Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 3 2015 Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual Jump Starting ....10-95 OnStar ..... . . 14-1 Towing the Vehicle .
Page 4: Using This Manual
à l'adresse Refer to the purchase this manual including, but not limited savant: documentation relating to your to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, Helm, Incorporated specific vehicle to confirm the the CHEVROLET Emblem, Attention: Customer Service features.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Danger, Warnings, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Cautions Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. For more labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index.
Page 6 Introduction : LATCH System Child Restraints : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Oil Pressure : Power : Remote Vehicle Start : Safety Belt Reminders : Tire Pressure Monitor ® : Traction Control/StabiliTrak : Windshield Washer Fluid...
Page 7 Introduction NOTES...
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Vehicle Features Infotainment System ..1-12 Radio(s) ..... 1-12 Satellite Radio .
Page 9: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 10: Information
In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-3. 10. Exterior Lamp Controls on 17. Transmission Temperature page 6-1. Gauge (Except ZL1) on 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and page 5-13 (If Equipped). Lane-Change Signals on Front Fog Lamps on page 6-5 (If Equipped).
Page 11: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive Press and release to initiate vehicle locator. Information Press and hold for at least This section provides a brief three seconds to sound the panic overview about some of the alarm. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 12: Trunk Release
In Brief When the engine starts, the parking Door Locks Trunk Release lamps will turn on and remain on as To lock or unlock a door: To open the trunk, press the trunk long as the engine is running. The release button on the lower portion doors will be locked and the climate To lock the door from the inside,...
Page 13: Seat Adjustment
In Brief the front of the switch down to open Seat Adjustment See Seat Adjustment on page 3-3. the window. Pull the switch up to Power Seats Manual Seats close it. See Windows on page 2-16. The switches work when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP).
Page 14: Head Restraint Adjustment
In Brief Raise or lower the entire seat by Press the button once for the Safety Belts moving the entire horizontal highest setting. With each press of control up or down. the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, See Power Seat Adjustment on and then the off setting.
Page 15: Passenger Sensing System
In Brief Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status 2. Press one of the four sides on indicator lights are visible on the (control pad) to adjust the System overhead console when the vehicle mirror. is started. See Passenger Airbag 3. Adjust each outside mirror so Status Indicator on page 5-15.
Page 16 In Brief Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Adjustment Dome Lamps The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel, on the outboard To change the settings, press the side of the steering wheel. following: There are four positions: : Turns the lamp off, even when To adjust the steering wheel: : Briefly turn to this position to a door is open.
Page 17 1-10 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer INT: Move the lever up to INT for : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and intermittent wipes, then turn the instrument panel lights. INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent : Press to turn the fog lamps on wipes.
Page 18: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-11 Climate Controls Transmission The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Automatic Transmission controlled with this system. Tap Shift Tap Shift allows the driver to manually control the automatic transmission. To use Tap Shift, the shift lever must be in M (Manual Mode) or D (Drive).
Page 19: Vehicle Features
1-12 In Brief instrument cluster. When using the Manual Transmission Vehicle Features ERS mode a number will display One to Four Shift Message next to the M, indicating the current Infotainment System (V8 Only) maximum gear allowed. The base radio is included in this To use this feature: manual.
Page 20 In Brief 1-13 Setting the Clock 4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob SEEK : Press to seek the next to select the 12 hour or 24 hour radio station or track. Adjusting the Time and Date display format. Buttons 1 6: Press to save and The clock menu can only be used For detailed instructions on setting select favorite stations.
Page 21: Portable Audio Devices
1-14 In Brief Refer to: The Bluetooth-enabled mobile Some audio steering wheel controls phone must be paired with the can be adjusted at the steering www.siriusxm.com or call in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it wheel. 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.). can be used in the vehicle. Not all : Press to interact with the www.xmradio.ca or call phones will support all functions.
Page 22 In Brief 1-15 Cruise Control hold upward to accelerate. If cruise 1. SET/CLR: Press to set, or press control is already active, use to and hold to clear, the menu item increase vehicle speed. displayed. SET/ : Press the thumbwheel : Use the band to scroll down briefly to set the speed and through the items in each menu.
Page 23: Universal Remote System
1-16 In Brief Parking Assist The accessory power outlets do not available to assist you with work when the key is removed from programming the Universal Remote If equipped, this system uses the ignition and the driver door is system. sensors on the rear bumper to opened.
Page 24: Maintenance
In Brief 1-17 Convertible Performance and Maintenance If equipped, the convertible top can be lowered and stowed under the tonneau cover behind the rear seat. Traction Control/ For step-by-step instructions, see Electronic Stability Convertible Top on page 2-19. Control The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel spin.
Page 25 1-18 In Brief To turn off both traction control the tires to the recommended The oil life system should be reset and electronic stability control, pressure shown on the Tire and to 100% only following an oil press and hold the TCS/ Loading Information label.
Page 26: Onstar Overview
Canada: 1-800-268-6800 if equipped. Automatic car conditions require. New Chevrolet owners are washes are not recommended, Keep vehicle tires properly automatically enrolled in the due to lack of clearance for the inflated.
Page 27 1-20 In Brief NOTES...
Page 28: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-14 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-14 Keys Heated Mirrors .
Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows The combination and size of the Warning (Continued) rings that came with your keys were specifically selected for your the engine will shut off, braking vehicle. The rings are connected to and steering power assist may be the key like two links of a chain to impacted, and airbags may not reduce the risk of unintentionally...
Page 30: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other The key can be used for the ignition vehicles or objects may be and all locks. blocking the signal. If it becomes difficult to turn the key, Check the transmitter's battery. inspect the key blade for debris. See Battery Replacement later Periodically clean with a brush in this section.
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows transmitters will no longer work Pressing may also arm the alarm turn signals flash until is pressed once the new transmitter is system. See Vehicle Alarm System again or the key is placed in the programmed. on page 2-12.
Page 32: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming without a 5. Repeat Steps 2 4 two more 2. Remove the used battery by Recognized Transmitter times. After the third time, turn to pushing on the battery and ON/RUN; the key is learned and sliding it toward the key blade.
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows Heated Seats under Heated Front 3. Immediately after completing Extending Engine Run Time Seats on page 3-6 and Vehicle Step 2, press and hold for at The engine run time can also be Personalization on page 5-43. least four seconds or until the extended by another 10 minutes, turn signal lamps flash.
Page 34: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Two remote vehicle starts, or a Canceling a Remote Start Warning (Continued) single remote start with an To cancel a remote start, do one of extension, have already the following: Young children who get into been used. unlocked vehicles may be Aim the RKE transmitter at the The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Page 35: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Only the driver door has a key Power Door Locks cylinder. Unlock the door from the If equipped, there is a power door outside by turning the key lock switch on the instrument panel counterclockwise. and on the front door panels. Lock all doors from the outside by turning the key clockwise.
Page 36: Delayed Locking
Keys, Doors, and Windows Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks Lockout Protection This feature delays the locking of When the doors are closed, the When locking is requested with the the doors until five seconds after all ignition is on, and the shift lever is driver door open and the key in the doors are closed.
Page 37: Doors
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors For automatic transmissions, the Warning (Continued) vehicle must be in P (Park). For manual transmissions, the vehicle Trunk Adjust the climate control must be off, or stationary with the system to a setting that parking brake set.
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Emergency Trunk Release 4. Remove the key. There is an emergency trunk release handle inside the trunk on Lock (Convertible Only) Emergency Trunk Release the liner, near the trunk latch. On Handle some vehicles, the release handle can be accessed by folding the rear Caution seatback down.
Page 39: Vehicle Security
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security On Solid: Vehicle is secured The vehicle alarm system will not during the delay to arm the system. arm if the doors are locked with This vehicle has theft-deterrent the key. Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured. features;...
Page 40: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Disarming the System How to Detect a Tamper The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is Condition To disarm the system or turn off the started with the correct key. The key alarm if it has been activated, do is pressed on the RKE uses a transponder that matches an one of the following:...
Page 41: Exterior Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the engine does not start and the Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors immobilizer light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the Convex Mirrors ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and Warning the key appears to be undamaged or the light continues to stay on, try...
Page 42: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Turn Signal Indicator Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, an arrow on the mirror flashes in the direction of the turn or Interior Rearview Mirrors If equipped, automatic dimming lane change. reduces the glare of headlamps Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear from behind.
Page 43: Windows
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows Power Windows the front of the switch down to open the window. Pull the switch up to close it. Warning Warning The switches work when the ignition Children could be seriously is in ON/RUN or ACC/ Never leave a child, a helpless ACCESSORY, or in Retained injured or killed if caught in the...
Page 44 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 the top of the window inward while Express Window Anti-Pinch Warning (Continued) closing the door so the top of the Feature window goes under the roof seal. When express-up is active, the express override, make sure that Express Window Operation window will auto-reverse if there is all people and obstructions are...
Page 45: Roof
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows To program each front window: Roof Vent: Press and release the rear of the switch to vent the sunroof. 1. With the ignition in ON/RUN, close all doors. Sunroof The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ 2.
Page 46 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 If the sunshade is closed, it opens Convertible Top automatically when the sunroof Power Operation opens past the vented position. Caution Forcing the sunshade forward of the sliding glass panel may cause damage and the sunroof may not Dirt and debris may collect on the operate properly.
Page 47 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows To operate the convertible top use 4. Remove all objects on or above Caution the following steps. the rear trunk partition. 5. Close the trunk. If you raise or lower the Caution convertible top while the vehicle 6.
Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Center (DIC) may display a 3. Move any objects that have message regarding the convertible fallen against the convertible top top. See Convertible Top Messages inside the trunk. on page 5-33. 4. Close the trunk. 5.
Page 49 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows 8. Release the convertible top front Never attempt to open or close the Warning (Continued) latch from the lock position by convertible top manually without first pulling down and turning it releasing pressure. may cause injury. Keep hands clockwise.
Page 50 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 6. Using the provided wrench, turn 10. Lock the convertible top front the pressure release bolt latch by pulling down and counterclockwise no more than turning it counterclockwise, one turn. then push it up. 7. Reinstall the trim cover. When power is restored to the vehicle, the pressure release bolt 8.
Page 51 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Cleaning the Convertible Top To protect the convertible top: After washing, the top must be The convertible top should be completely dry before lowering. cleaned often. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter Do not get any cleaner on the the vehicle.
Page 52: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Use During Adding Equipment to the Pregnancy ....3-14 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-27 Restraints Safety Belt Extender .
Page 53: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints If equipped with base seats, the vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. If equipped with high performance seats, the vehicle s front seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted.
Page 54: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Front Seats Seat Position Height Adjustment Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. High Performance Seat Shown, Base Manual Seat Shown, High Other Manual Seats Similar...
Page 55: Power Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Raise or lower the entire seat by Power Seat Adjustment Warning moving the entire horizontal control up or down. Sitting in a reclined position when Reclining Seatbacks the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job.
Page 56: Seatback Latches
Seats and Restraints Seatback Latches Warning (Continued) Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. To return the seatback to the upright position, lift the seatback and manually push it rearward until it locks in place. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 57: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats Remote Start Auto Heated Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats can be turned on Warning automatically during a remote start. If you cannot feel temperature They are canceled when the ignition is turned on.
Page 58: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats To fold the seatback down: Warning (Continued) seriously injured. After raising the Caution rear seatback, always check to be On convertible models, there is a sure that the safety belts are speaker between the two rear properly routed and attached, and seating positions on the seatback.
Page 59: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work Warning (Continued) This section of the manual are more likely to be seriously describes how to use safety belts injured or killed. Do not allow properly. It also describes some passengers to ride in any area of things not to do with safety belts.
Page 60: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 61: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-10 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Adjust the seat, if the seat is shoulder and across the chest. adjustable, so you can sit up All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are best straight.
Page 62 Seats and Restraints 3-11 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it.
Page 63 3-12 Seats and Restraints They can help tighten the safety Rear shoulder belt comfort guides belts during the early stages of a may provide added safety belt moderate to severe frontal, comfort for older children who have near-frontal, or rear crash if the outgrown booster seats and for threshold conditions for pretensioner some adults.
Page 64 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Warning (Continued) and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 2. Place the guide over the belt 3. Be sure that the belt is not and insert the two edges of the twisted and it lies flat.
Page 65: Safety Belt Use During
3-14 Seats and Restraints To remove and store the comfort Safety Belt Extender guide, squeeze the belt edges If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten together so that the safety belt can around you, you should use it. be removed from the guide. Slide the guide onto the clip, leaving only But if a safety belt is not long the loop of the elastic cord exposed.
Page 66: Safety Belt Care
Seats and Restraints 3-15 to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt See your dealer to have the safety safety belts may not protect you in a belt assemblies inspected or System Parts after a crash. They can rip apart under replaced.
Page 67: Airbag System
3-16 Seats and Restraints Airbag System All vehicle airbags in your vehicle Here are the most important things will have the word AIRBAG in the to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following trim or on a label near the airbags: deployment opening.
Page 68: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Where Are the Airbags? Warning Warning Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured against, or very close to any or killed.
Page 69 3-18 Seats and Restraints Coupe Models, Driver Side Shown, Convertible Models, Driver Side The front outboard passenger Passenger Side Similar Shown, Passenger Side Similar frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. On coupe models, the seat-mounted On convertible models, the side impact airbags for the driver seat-mounted side impact airbags...
Page 70: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-19 When Should an Airbag Warning (Continued) Inflate? that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with or even death. The path of an airbags. See Airbag System on inflating airbag must be kept page 3-16. Airbags are designed to clear.
Page 71: What Makes An Airbag
3-20 Seats and Restraints It depends on what is hit, the Seat-mounted side impact airbags In any particular crash, no one can direction of the impact, and how are designed to inflate in moderate say whether an airbag should have quickly the vehicle slows down.
Page 72: What Will You See After An
Seats and Restraints 3-21 moderate to severe side collisions, What Will You See after Warning even belted occupants can contact an Airbag Inflates? the inside of the vehicle. When an airbag inflates, there After the frontal airbags and Airbags supplement the protection may be dust in the air.
Page 73: Passenger Sensing
3-22 Seats and Restraints threshold. You can lock the doors, Additional windshield breakage may an airbag system will not work and turn off the interior lamps, and also occur from the front outboard properly. See your dealer for turn off the hazard warning flashers passenger airbag.
Page 74 Seats and Restraints 3-23 certain conditions. No other airbag Warning is affected by the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child The passenger sensing system restraint can be seriously injured works with sensors that are part of or killed if the passenger frontal the front outboard passenger seat.
Page 75 3-24 Seats and Restraints The system determines that a passenger sensing system has Warning (Continued) small child is present in a allowed the airbag to be enabled, booster seat. the on indicator will light and stay lit Secure rear-facing child restraints to remind you that the airbag is A front outboard passenger in a rear seat, even if the airbag...
Page 76 Seats and Restraints 3-25 4. Reinstall the child restraint 6. Restart the vehicle. Warning (Continued) following the directions provided If the on indicator is still lit, by the child restraint secure the child in the child away. See Airbag Readiness manufacturer and refer to restraint in a rear seat position in Light on page 5-15 for more...
Page 77 3-26 Seats and Restraints properly in the seat. If this happens, A thick layer of additional material, Warning use the following steps to allow the such as a blanket or cushion, system to detect that person and or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger enable the front outboard passenger seat covers, seat heaters, and seat...
Page 78: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Servicing the Your dealer and the service manual Warning (Continued) have information about the location Airbag-Equipped Vehicle of the airbag sensors, sensing and proper service procedures, and diagnostic module, and airbag Airbags affect how the vehicle make sure the person performing wiring.
Page 79: Airbag System Check
3-28 Seats and Restraints turning off the passenger airbag(s). Caution Warning (Continued) See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-22. If an airbag covering is damaged, protect you and your If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail opened, or broken, the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting airbags, see Different Size Tires may not work properly.
Page 80: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-29 Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 81 3-30 Seats and Restraints In a crash, children who are not Warning (Continued) buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be belt. The belt force would then be thrown out of the vehicle. Older applied right on the abdomen. children need to use safety belts That could cause serious or fatal properly.
Page 82: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-31 Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Warning Children the way back into the retractor, Never hold an infant or a child Everyone in a vehicle needs but it cannot do this if it is while riding in a vehicle. Due to protection! This includes infants and wrapped around a child s neck.
Page 83 3-32 Seats and Restraints weight, height, and age but also Warning (Continued) whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor the front outboard seat, always vehicle in which it will be used. move the front passenger seat as For most basic types of child far back as it will go.
Page 84: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-33 Child Restraint Systems Warning Warning (Continued) To reduce the risk of neck and any bony structure. This alone head injury during a crash, infants could cause serious or fatal need complete support. In a injuries. To reduce the risk of crash, if an infant is in a serious or fatal injuries during a rear-facing child restraint, the...
Page 85 3-34 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 86: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-35 Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children aged crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 87: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
3-36 Seats and Restraints Child restraints and booster seats Lower Anchors and Warning (Continued) vary considerably in size, and some Tethers for Children may fit in certain seating positions system is fail-safe. No one can (LATCH System) better than others. guarantee that an airbag will not The LATCH system secures a child Depending on where you place the...
Page 88 Seats and Restraints 3-37 recommends that the booster seat The following explains how to attach Lower Anchors be secured with the LATCH system, a child restraint with these this can be done as long as the attachments in the vehicle. booster seat can be positioned Not all vehicle seating positions or properly and there is no interference...
Page 89 3-38 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single Rear Seat Coupe Model attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor.
Page 90 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Rear Seat Convertible Model To assist in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Top Tether Anchors To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is on the cover of the anchor.
Page 91: System
3-40 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, Warning (Continued) Warning children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child following the instructions that Children can be seriously injured restraint system or infant restraint came with the child restraint and or strangled if a shoulder belt is system secured in a rear seating the instructions in this manual.
Page 92 Seats and Restraints 3-41 secure the restraints. Some 2. On coupe models, if the child Caution restraints also use another vehicle restraint manufacturer anchor to secure the top tether. recommends that the top tether Do not let the LATCH be attached, attach and tighten 1.
Page 93: Replacing Latch System
3-42 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has a Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints single tether, route the Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) tether over the seatback. When securing a child restraint in a Warning rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child A crash can damage the LATCH restraint to make sure it is...
Page 94 Seats and Restraints 3-43 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 95: (Front Passenger Seat)
3-44 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Front Passenger Seat) manufacturer instructions regarding the use of the top This vehicle has airbags. A rear tether. See Lower Anchors and seat is a safer place to secure a Tethers for Children (LATCH forward-facing child restraint.
Page 96 Seats and Restraints 3-45 In Canada, the law requires that Warning Warning (Continued) forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints attached. restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag When using the lap-shoulder belt to or killed if the front outboard...
Page 97 3-46 Seats and Restraints the guide on the seat. Do not 4. Push the latch plate into the secure the child restraint with buckle until it clicks. the safety belt routed through Position the release button on the guide. the buckle, so that the safety 3.
Page 98 Seats and Restraints 3-47 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 99 3-48 Seats and Restraints NOTES...
Page 100: Storage
Storage Storage Storage The trunk partition attaches to the sides of the trunk to protect the Compartments convertible top or can be rolled up and stored when the convertible top Storage Compartments is up. Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Glove Box .
Page 101: Center Console Storage
Storage 1. Pull the handle (3) toward the Center Console Storage rear of the trunk while pulling up To open, lift the latch on the front to release the trunk partition (2) edge of the armrest. from the brackets (1). There is an accessory power outlet.
Page 102: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Features Tonneau Cover Installation 1. Remove the tonneau cover storage bag from the trunk and remove the tonneau cover. 3. Fold the sides of the tonneau 4. Insert the tab (1) under the cover over. Attach the cord (1) at trim (2) on both sides.
Page 103 Storage 5. Push the outside rim (1) of the Removal tonneau cover under the vehicle trim (2) on both sides. 2. Fold the sides of the tonneau cover over and remove the cord (1) from the post (2) on the 1.
Page 104: Convenience Net
Storage Convenience Net For vehicles with a convenience net inside the trunk, it can be used to secure loose items. The upper (1) and lower (3) hooks on each side of the trunk opening are provided to attach the net. Install the opening of the net at the top and over the two middle hooks (2).
Page 105 Storage NOTES...
Page 106 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Information Displays Gauge ..... . 5-12 Driver Information Controls Transmission Temperature Center (DIC) ....5-24 Gauge (Except ZL1) .
Page 107: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages ..5-41 Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Vehicle Reminder while driving. Messages ....5-42 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Vehicle Speed Messages .
Page 108: Horn
Instruments and Controls Horn (Press to Talk): If equipped ® ® with Bluetooth or OnStar , press to Press on the steering wheel pad interact with those systems. See to sound the horn. Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7-25 or Bluetooth Windshield Wiper/Washer (Infotainment Controls) on page 7-21 or Bluetooth (Overview)
Page 109: Compass
Instruments and Controls Wiper Parking See Washer Fluid on page 10-37 for miles or degrees of turn before information on filling the windshield needing a signal from the GPS If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ washer fluid reservoir. satellites. When the compass OFF while the wipers are on LO, HI, display shows CAL, drive the or INT, they will immediately stop.
Page 110: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls 5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob 3. Highlight Month & Day Format. When adding electrical equipment, to select the next value. be sure to follow the proper 4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob installation instructions included with 6. To save the time or date and to select MM/DD (month/day) or the equipment.
Page 111: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 112: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster V8 English Shown, V6, Metric, and Manual Transmission Similar...
Page 113 Instruments and Controls ZL1 English Shown, Z/28, Metric, and Manual Transmission Similar...
Page 114: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls Speedometer Tachometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The tachometer displays the engine vehicle's speed in either kilometers speed in revolutions per per hour (km/h) or miles per minute (rpm). hour (mph). Caution Odometer If the engine is operated with the The odometer shows how far the rpm s in the warning area at the vehicle has been driven, in either...
Page 115: Engine Oil Pressure
5-10 Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the fuel Here are some situations that can Engine Oil Pressure gauge shows about how much fuel occur with the fuel gauge. None of Gauge the vehicle has left in the fuel tank. these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge.
Page 116: Engine Oil Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-11 in kPa (kilopascals) or psi (pounds Engine Oil Temperature Caution (Continued) per square inch) when the engine is Gauge running. range and the oil pressure is still Oil pressure may vary with engine low, have the vehicle serviced. speed, outside temperature, and oil Always follow the maintenance viscosity, but readings above the...
Page 117: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
5-12 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge English English For vehicles with this gauge, it is This gauge indicates the engine near the shift lever and indicates coolant temperature. If the gauge Metric engine oil temperature. If the gauge pointer moves to the H or the pointer moves to the higher end of shaded area, the engine coolant is...
Page 118: Transmission Temperature Gauge (Except Zl1)
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Transmission reading in the red area and/or a Voltmeter Gauge message appears in the Driver Temperature Gauge Information Center (DIC), the (Except ZL1) vehicle must be stopped and the cause checked. One possible cause is a low fluid level in the transmission.
Page 119: Safety Belt Reminders
5-14 Instruments and Controls The vehicle's charging system Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt regulates voltage based on the state Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder of charge of the battery. It is normal There is a passenger safety belt for the voltmeter to fluctuate.
Page 120: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls 5-15 The front passenger safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on Passenger Airbag Status reminder light and chime may turn for several seconds when the Indicator on if an object is put on the seat vehicle is started. If the light does such as a briefcase, handbag, not come on then, have it fixed The vehicle has a passenger...
Page 121: Charging System Light
5-16 Instruments and Controls as a system check. Then, after a check to show the light is working. Warning several seconds, the status It should go out when the engine is indicator will light either ON or OFF, started. If the airbag readiness light ever or either the on or off symbol, to let If the light stays on or comes on comes on and stays on, it means...
Page 122 Instruments and Controls 5-17 maintain a clean environment. The assists the service technician in Caution (Continued) malfunction indicator lamp comes correctly diagnosing any on when the vehicle is placed in malfunction. (TPC) can affect the vehicle's ON/RUN as a check to show it is emission controls and can cause working.
Page 123 5-18 Instruments and Controls Avoid hard accelerations. A few driving trips with the cap Emissions Inspection and properly installed should turn the Maintenance Programs Avoid steep uphill grades. light off. If the light continues to flash, find a Depending on where you live, your Check that good quality fuel is safe place to stop and park the vehicle may be required to...
Page 124: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-19 the ignition is turned to ON/RUN Brake System Warning When the ignition is on, the brake while the engine is off. See your system warning light also comes on Light dealer for assistance in verifying when the parking brake is set. The proper operation of the light stays on if the parking brake The vehicle brake system consists...
Page 125: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-20 Instruments and Controls This light comes on briefly when the See Brake System Warning Light on Warning (Continued) engine is started. page 5-19 and Brake System Messages on page 5-33. If the light does not come on, have it Driving with the brake system fixed so it will be ready to warn if warning light on can lead to a...
Page 126: Traction Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-21 If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not feature(s) is no longer functioning This light comes on when the limited. Adjust driving accordingly. and whether the vehicle requires StabiliTrak system is turned off. service. If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not See Traction Control/Electronic limited.
Page 127: Tire Pressure Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light This light should come on briefly as will come on at every ignition cycle.
Page 128: High-Beam On Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 The immobilizer light should come Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off.
Page 129: Information Displays Driver Information
5-24 Instruments and Controls Information Displays The bottom of the DIC display is also used to return to or exit shows what position the shift lever the last screen displayed on is in (automatic transmission only), the DIC. Driver Information the odometer, and the direction the Trip/Fuel Menu Items Center (DIC)
Page 130 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Trip 1 and Trip 2 that the vehicle has right now, and Blank will change as driving conditions The Trip display shows the current This display shows no information. change. This number is calculated distance traveled, in either based on the number of L/ Vehicle Information Menu kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since...
Page 131 5-26 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure Maintenance Schedule. See For example, the display may read Maintenance Schedule on Battery Voltage 15.0 Volts. The The display will show a vehicle with page 11-2. vehicle's charging system regulates the approximate pressures of all voltage based on the state of the four tires.
Page 132 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Performance Menu lap timer. Press and hold SET/CLR Oil Temperature and Oil Pressure to clear and exit the lap timer The oil temperature display shows Some vehicles may have a function. the temperature of the engine oil in Performance Menu.
Page 133: Head-Up Display (Hud)
5-28 Instruments and Controls Head-Up Display (HUD) images are projected through the Driver Information Center (DIC). HUD lens on the driver side of the See the Infotainment Manual and instrument panel. Driver Information Center (DIC) on Warning page 5-24. Caution If the HUD image is too bright or too high in your field of view, it If you try to use the HUD image...
Page 134 Instruments and Controls 5-29 The following indicator lights come or CD track status changes. This To adjust the HUD image so that on in the instrument cluster when may happen whenever radio items are properly displayed: activated and may also appear on information is changed.
Page 135 5-30 Instruments and Controls The four formats are as follows: (Up): or (Down): Press the up or down arrows to center the HUD image in your view. The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down, not side to side. PAGE: Press to select the display English formats.
Page 136 Instruments and Controls 5-31 The shift timing lights at the top of the display will appear with increases in engine rpm. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-28 or Manual Transmission on page 9-34. English English All formats, except Format Four, will show Turn-by-Turn Navigation information and provide details about the next driving maneuver to...
Page 137: Vehicle Messages
5-32 Instruments and Controls Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth Vehicle Messages sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe Messages displayed on the DIC the lens gently, then dry it. indicate the status of the vehicle or If You Cannot See the HUD some action that may be needed to Image When the Ignition Is On correct a condition.
Page 138: Battery Voltage And Charging
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages Compass Messages Charging Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message is displayed when the This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low; see Brake compass needs to be calibrated. This message displays when the Fluid on page 10-39.
Page 139: Cruise Control Messages
5-34 Instruments and Controls CLOSE TRUNK TO and the power convertible top pump UNLATCH TOP motor temperature is below 0°C (32° OPERATE TOP This message displays and a sound F). Wait for the power convertible will be heard if you try to lower the This message displays if the trunk is top pump motor to warm up before convertible top without first...
Page 140: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls 5-35 PASSENGER DOOR OPEN If this message continues to appear, severe damage. This message have the system repaired by your clears when the engine has cooled This message will display when the dealer as soon as possible to avoid to a safe operating temperature.
Page 141: Engine Power Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls before filling to the recommended next time the vehicle is driven. The REPLACE BATTERY IN level. If the oil is not low and this vehicle may be driven at a reduced REMOTE KEY message remains on, take the speed while this message is on, but This message displays when the vehicle to your dealer for service.
Page 142: Object Detection System
Instruments and Controls 5-37 LEFT FRONT TURN RIGHT FRONT TURN Object Detection System INDICATOR FAILURE INDICATOR FAILURE Messages This message is displayed if the This message is displayed if the PARK ASSIST OFF turn signal bulb needs to be turn signal bulb needs to be replaced.
Page 143: Ride Control System
5-38 Instruments and Controls Ride Control System PERF TRACTION 2 PERF TRACTION 3 SPORT 1 ACTIVE HANDLING ON ACTIVE HANDLING ON Messages CHASSIS MODE TOUR (ZL1 CHASSIS MODE SPORT (ZL1 PERF TRACTION 1 Coupe and Z/28 Only) Coupe and Z/28 Only) ACTIVE HANDLING ON This message displays when this This message displays when this...
Page 144 Instruments and Controls 5-39 PERF TRACTION 4 SPORT 2 PERF TRACTION 5 RACE SERVICE STABILITRAK ACTIVE HANDLING OFF ACTIVE HANDLING OFF This message displays if there is a CHASSIS MODE SPORT (ZL1 CHASSIS MODE TRACK (ZL1 ® problem with the StabiliTrak Coupe and Z/28 Only) Coupe and Z/28 Only) system.
Page 145: Airbag System Messages
5-40 Instruments and Controls SERVICE SUSPENSION STABILITRAK COMPETITIVE Security Messages SYSTEM (ZL1 Only) MODE (LS3, L99 and ZL1 THEFT ATTEMPTED Convertible Only) This message displays when the This message displays if the vehicle Selective Ride Control system has This message may display when detects a tamper condition.
Page 146: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 This message also displays LEFT SERVICE TIRE MONITOR PRESS CLUTCH TO START FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT SYSTEM This message displays when REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate attempting to start a vehicle with a This message displays if there is a the location of the low tire.
Page 147: Window Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE selected on the wiper control. See Window Messages Windshield Wiper/Washer on ENGINE OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ page 5-3. This message displays and a chime PASSENGER WINDOW sounds if the transmission fluid in Vehicle Speed Messages This message is displayed when the the vehicle gets hot.
Page 148: Vehicle Personalization
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Time and Date Vehicle Using the Touch Screen Radio Settings Press a screen feature to: Personalization Phone Settings View more feature options. Use the audio system controls to Navigation Settings Enable or disable the feature. access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features.
Page 149 5-44 Instruments and Controls Maximum Startup Volume Normalization Number of Favorites Pages or Radio Favorites Number of Favorites Pages This feature improves voice recognition and media groupings. Press to set the number of favorites Radio Favorites See CD Player, USB, Auxiliary to display.
Page 150 Instruments and Controls 5-45 RDS Text Device List Display Settings When on, this allows the RDS Select to connect to a different Press and the following may information from the station to be phone source, disconnect a phone, display: displayed. or delete a phone.
Page 151 5-46 Instruments and Controls Comfort and Convenience Select and follow the screen Chime Volume prompts. Collision Detection Systems This allows the selection of the chime volume level to be changed. Restore Home Page Defaults Lighting Select Normal or High. This feature will restore the Home Power Door Locks Page to the factory settings.
Page 152 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Remote Unlock Light Feedback Vehicle Locator Lights Open Door Anti Lock Out or Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Remote Lock Feedback This allows the feature to be turned on or off. When on, the headlamps, When on, this feature will keep the Remote Door Unlock parking lamps, taillamps, license driver door from locking until the...
Page 153: Universal Remote System
5-48 Instruments and Controls If Driver Door is selected, all Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote doors will unlock on the second system with any garage door opener System that does not have the stop and press of within five seconds of reverse feature.
Page 154 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and programming is complete. has a new battery for quick and hold both the hand-held There is no need to accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the complete Steps 4 6.
Page 155 5-50 Instruments and Controls does not flash, press and hold enough for the Universal Remote the same button a second time system to pick up the signal during for two seconds, then release it. programming. Again, if the door does not move If the programming did not work, or the garage door lamp does replace Step 2 under Programming...
Page 156: Universal Remote System Operation
Instruments and Controls 5-51 Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Operation Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons.
Page 157 5-52 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 158: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Entry Lighting ....6-6 Exit Lighting ....6-6 Exterior Lamp Controls Theater Dimming .
Page 159: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Lighting AUTO also controls the Daytime Headlamp High/ Daytime Running Running Lamps (DRL). See Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6-2. Push the turn signal lever away DRL can make it easier for others to from you and release to turn the see the front of your vehicle during (Parking Lamps): Turns on the high beams on.
Page 160: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting When the DRL are on, the turn on the headlamps at the normal The vehicle has a light sensor on headlamps, taillamps, sidemarker brightness along with other lamps the top of the instrument panel. Do lamps, instrument panel lights, and such as the taillamps, sidemarker not cover this sensor or the system other lamps will not be on.
Page 161: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting headlamp system changes to the Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change DRL. During that delay, the Signals instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-5.
Page 162: Front Fog Lamps
Lighting If after signaling a turn or lane Interior Lighting (Front Fog Lamps): Press to change the arrow flashes rapidly or turn the fog lamps on or off. An does not come on, a signal bulb indicator light on the instrument Instrument Panel may be burned out.
Page 163: Dome Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamps Lighting Features Exit Lighting The headlamps, taillamps, parking Entry Lighting lamps, back-up lamps, outside mirror lamps, and license plate When it is dark enough outside or in lamps come on at night, or in areas areas of limited lighting, the interior with limited lighting, when the key is lamps, headlamps, back-up lamps, removed from the ignition.
Page 164: Battery Load Management
Lighting Battery Load enough at idle to produce all of the recommended that the driver reduce power needed for very high the electrical loads as much as Management electrical loads. possible. See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5-33. The vehicle has Electric Power A high electrical load occurs when Management (EPM) that estimates...
Page 165 Lighting timer, turn the exterior lamp control to the off position and then back to the parking lamp or headlamp position. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the ignition must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position.
Page 166 Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction The infotainment system has built-in features intended to help avoid System distraction by disabling some Infotainment functions when driving. These functions may gray out when they Base radio information is included in are unavailable. Many infotainment this manual.
Page 167: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System To play the infotainment system with Overview the ignition off, see Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-23. Theft-Deterrent Feature The theft-deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the infotainment system. The infotainment system does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle.
Page 168: Operation
Infotainment System 3. Buttons 1 6 8. CD/AUX 13. CONFIG Radio: Saves and selects Selects between the CD Opens the Configuration favorite stations. player or a connected Settings menu. external audio source. 4. FAV 14. TONE 9. PHONE Radio: Opens the Opens the Tone favorites list.
Page 169 Infotainment System Automatic Off MENU/SELECT: Press to: Selecting a Menu Option If the infotainment system has been Enter the menu system. turned on after the ignition is turned Select or activate the highlighted off, the system turns off menu option. automatically after 10 minutes.
Page 170 Infotainment System Activating a Setting Turning a Function On or Off Press the BACK button to delete the last character or press and hold BACK to delete the entire character sequence. Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio 1.
Page 171 Infotainment System Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer) 3. Select Radio Favorites. and Bass For vehicles that have an equalizer: 4. Select the number of available favorite pages. 5. Press the BACK button to go back to the System Configuration menu.
Page 172: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System 3. Select Auto Volume. Radio station is available. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast 4. Select the setting. incorrect information that causes the AM-FM Radio radio features to work improperly. 5. Press the BACK button to go If this happens, contact the radio back to the System Control Buttons...
Page 173 Infotainment System Selecting a Station 2. Select AM or FM Station List. All the PTY code depending on the receivable stations in the current content. The system stores the RDS Seek Tuning reception area are displayed. stations, sorted by program type, in If no station list has been the FM category list.
Page 174: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Up to six stations can be stored in SiriusXM Satellite Radio Control Buttons each favorite page and the number Service The buttons used to control the of available favorite pages can SiriusXM radio are: SiriusXM is a satellite radio service be set.
Page 175: Radio Reception
7-10 Infotainment System Removing or Adding Categories To select a SiriusXM station using Up to six stations can be stored in the MENU/SELECT knob: each favorite page and the number 1. Press the CONFIG button. of available favorite pages can 1.
Page 176: Backglass Antenna
Infotainment System 7-11 interference or static, unplug the SiriusXM Satellite Radio damaged, it could interfere with item from the accessory power radio reception. For proper radio Service outlet. reception, the antenna connector If equipped, SiriusXM Satellite needs to be properly attached to the Radio Service provides digital radio post on the glass.
Page 177: Diversity Antenna System
7-12 Infotainment System Multi-Band Antenna Audio Players Caution The multi-band antenna is on the CD Player Do not apply aftermarket glass roof of the vehicle. The antenna is tinting with metallic film. The used for OnStar, the SiriusXM The CD player can play audio CDs metallic film in some tinting Satellite Radio Service System, and and MP3 CDs.
Page 178 Infotainment System 7-13 mild neutral detergent solution Inserting a CD Caution (Continued) mixed with water, and clean it. Wipe With the printed side facing up, the disc from the center to the insert a disc into the CD slot until it load one CD at a time, and keep outer edge.
Page 179: Auxiliary Devices
7-14 Infotainment System Turn the MENU/SELECT knob Using the CD Menu: 2. Select Search. counterclockwise or clockwise to 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, select the previous or next track. Song Titles, Genres, 2. Select Playlists/Folders. Using the CD Menu: or Folder View.
Page 180 Infotainment System 7-15 Adjusting the Volume Searching for a Track Tracks can be searched for by: Turn the VOL/ knob to adjust the volume of the infotainment system Playlists after the volume level has been set Artists on the portable audio device. Albums USB Port Song Titles...
Page 181 7-16 Infotainment System Shuffle Connecting and Controlling a Shuffle Functionality PlaysForSure Device (PFD) Press the MENU/SELECT knob and Press the MENU/SELECT knob and ® or Zune set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On or Off. or Off, then press the BACK Connecting a PFD or Zune button to return to the main screen.
Page 182 Infotainment System 7-17 Folder View When a device is not supported, the Repeat Off: Starts playback from message No supported data found. the beginning of the current track *This only displays if a playlist is You can safely disconnect the after the last track finishes.
Page 183 7-18 Infotainment System Only one paired device can be To select the Bluetooth Music Setup 3. After the system determines connected to the infotainment menu when a device is not attached what type of Bluetooth device is system at a time. to the USB port, or when a device is being paired, the Bluetooth attached to the USB port but not...
Page 184 Infotainment System 7-19 ® 2. Select the new device. Changing the PIN Controlling a Bluetooth Device To connect a paired device when To change the default PIN: another device is connected to the Bluetooth devices that support 1. Select Change Default PIN from infotainment system: AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote the Bluetooth Music...
Page 185: Bluetooth (Overview)
7-20 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Phone make and receive phone calls. The The system may not work with infotainment system and voice all cell phones. See Pairing in recognition are used to control the Bluetooth (Overview) this section.
Page 186: Audio System
Infotainment System 7-21 Infotainment System Controls Audio System Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) If equipped, the infotainment system When using the Bluetooth system, allows certain controls to be sound comes through the vehicle's For information about how to selected on the infotainment display. front audio system speakers and navigate the menu system using the overrides the audio system.
Page 187 7-22 Infotainment System The pairing process is disabled 4. Select Pair Device (Phone). Listing All Paired and Connected when the vehicle is moving. A four-digit Personal Phones Identification Number (PIN) Pairing only needs to be 1. Press the CONFIG button. appears on the display.
Page 188 Infotainment System 7-23 2. Select Phone Settings or The Phone Book menu allows you To make a call using the Call Bluetooth Settings. to access the phone book stored in Lists menu: the cell phone to make a call. 3. Select Bluetooth. 1.
Page 189 7-24 Infotainment System Accepting or Declining a Call Declining a Call 3. Enter the character sequence then select Call. See Entering a Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to When an incoming call is received, Character Sequence in Decline and press the MENU/ the infotainment system mutes and Operation on page 7-3.
Page 190 Infotainment System 7-25 Only one paired cell phone can Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Pairing be connected to the Bluetooth (DTMF) Tones A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone system at a time. must be paired to the Bluetooth The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can If multiple paired cell phones are system and then connected to the send numbers during a call.
Page 191 7-26 Infotainment System 4. Start the pairing process on the Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone cell phone that you want to pair. Phones To connect to a different cell phone, For help with this process, see The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the your cell phone manufacturer's...
Page 192 Infotainment System 7-27 Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command 3. Say each digit, one at a time, that you want to store. After Numbers 1. Press . The system each digit is entered, the system The system can store up to 30 responds Ready, followed by repeats back the digit it heard phone numbers as name tags in the...
Page 193 7-28 Infotainment System To delete all name tags: Digit Dial: This command allows a 4. Say "Dial." System responds: phone number to be dialed by "OK, dialing 911." 1. Press . The system entering the digits one at a time. Using the Digit Dial Command responds Ready, followed by Redial: This command is used to...
Page 194 Infotainment System 7-29 followed by a tone. After the last Call Waiting 3. Use the dial or call command to digit has been entered, dial the number of the third party Call waiting must be supported on say Dial. to be called. the cell phone and enabled by the Once connected, the person called 4.
Page 195 7-30 Infotainment System The cell phone must be paired and Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency connected with the Bluetooth (DTMF) Tones Voice pass-thru allows access to the system before a call can be voice recognition commands on the The Bluetooth system can send transferred.
Page 196 Infotainment System 7-31 Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information. See the previous sections on Deleting a Paired Phone and Deleting Name Tags.
Page 197 7-32 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 198: Climate Control Systems
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Climate Control Systems controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Air Vents Air Vents ..... . 8-3 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter .
Page 199 Climate Controls Air Conditioning To improve fuel efficiency and to and the air conditioning system cool the vehicle faster, recirculation is turned on and air is recirculated (Air Conditioning, If may be automatically selected in inside the vehicle. Equipped): Press to turn the air warm weather.
Page 200: Air Vents
Climate Controls Use of non-GM approved hood Air Vents Caution (Continued) deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system. Use the air outlets in the center and rear glass. These actions may Check with your dealer before on the side of the instrument panel damage the rear defogger.
Page 201: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter reduces dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter will need to be replaced periodically. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11-2. Using the climate control system without an air filter installed is not recommended.
Page 202 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-24 Ride Control Systems Shifting out of Park ..9-25 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Parking (Manual Stability Control .
Page 203: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Trailer Towing (ZL1 or Driving Information passenger to handle potential Z/28) ..... . . 9-59 distractions.
Page 204: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 205: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it See your dealer if there is a vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel, and is problem. normally but do not pump the held against that position for an brakes.
Page 206: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Steering or Cornering Skid Steering in Emergencies The vehicle's right wheels can drop too much speed or steering in a off the edge of a road onto the There are some situations when curve causes tires to slip and shoulder while driving.
Page 207 Driving and Operating material on the road. Learn to Engine Oil recommendations outlined by the recognize warning clues such fluid manufacturer. Do not use as enough water, ice, or packed silicone or DOT-5 brake fluids. Caution snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow If you use the vehicle for racing or...
Page 208: Driving
Driving and Operating Load Limit Caution (Continued) Caution ZL1, 1LE, and Z/28: For racing and competitive driving, the vehicle load long or as fast the first time the These procedures are specific to should be limited to the driver only vehicle is driven on the track or the ZL1 or Camaro SS brake and no cargo.
Page 209 Driving and Operating increase. After the procedure is between applying the brakes. application. Drive for at least complete, the brake pads may This first step may be skipped if 1 km (0.6 mi) between appear white at the rotor contact. there are more than 320 km applications.
Page 210 Driving and Operating When performed as instructed, 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 five times. Caution these procedures will not damage This should take about 10 the brakes. During the burnishing minutes. Brake pedal fade will occur during procedure, the brake pads will 4.
Page 211: Driving On Wet Roads
9-10 Driving and Operating Wheel Alignment Rear Alignment Specification Warning (Continued) Camber: -1 +/- 0.50 deg. Z/28 Racing Alignment After driving through a large Total or Sum Toe: 0.1 +/- If the vehicle has the Z/28 package, puddle of water or a car/vehicle 0.20 deg.
Page 212: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating 9-11 Check all fluid levels and brakes, There is no hard and fast rule about Warning (Continued) tires, cooling system, and hydroplaning. The best advice is to transmission. slow down when the road is wet. loss of steering. Always have the Shift to a lower gear when going Other Rainy Weather Tips engine running and the vehicle...
Page 213: Winter Driving
9-12 Driving and Operating Tie a red cloth to an outside Winter Driving apply the brakes sooner than when mirror. on dry pavement. See Antilock Driving on Snow or Ice Brake System (ABS) on page 9-36. Warning Drive carefully when there is snow Allow greater following distance on or ice between the tires and the any slippery road and watch for...
Page 214: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-13 If it takes some time for help to Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on vehicle can overheat, causing an pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument engine compartment fire or other faster than the idle speed.
Page 215: Vehicle Load Limits
9-14 Driving and Operating the vehicle out after a few tries, it Tire and Loading Information Warning (Continued) might need to be towed out. If the Label vehicle does need to be towed out, (GVWR), or either the see Towing the Vehicle on maximum front or rear Gross page 10-97.
Page 216 Driving and Operating 9-15 maximum vehicle capacity Steps for Determining Correct and luggage load capacity is weight (2) in kilograms and Load Limit 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) pounds. = 650 lbs.) Locate the statement "The The Tire and Loading Determine the combined combined weight of Information label also shows the...
Page 217 9-16 Driving and Operating Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
Page 218 Driving and Operating 9-17 seating positions. The combined Rating (GVWR). The GVWR Warning (Continued) weight of the driver, passengers, includes the weight of the and cargo should never exceed vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cause loss of control and a the vehicle's capacity weight.
Page 219: Starting And Operating
9-18 Driving and Operating Starting and Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) Operating far forward as possible. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle when the Try to spread the weight New Vehicle Break-In engine speed will exceed evenly. 4,000 rpm. Never stack heavier Caution Do not let the engine labor.
Page 220: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating 9-19 Ignition Positions The key must be fully extended to Caution (Continued) start the vehicle. To shift out of P (Park), turn the To break in new tires, drive at ignition to ON/RUN and apply the moderate speeds and avoid brake pedal.
Page 221 9-20 Driving and Operating The ignition switch can bind in the 4. Set the parking brake. See be used to operate the electrical LOCK/OFF position with the wheels Parking Brake on page 9-37. accessories, including the turned off center. If this happens, ventilation fan and 12-volt power move the steering wheel from right outlet, as well as to display some...
Page 222: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-21 key is in the ignition. If the ignition Starting Procedure Caution (Continued) becomes difficult to turn, see Keys 1. With your foot off the accelerator on page 2-1. pedal, turn the ignition key to may occur to the hydraulic power START.
Page 223: Engine Heater
9-22 Driving and Operating too much gasoline. Push the the plug-end of the cord will prevent The electrical cord is on the accelerator pedal all the way to engine coolant heater operation at passenger side of the engine the floor and hold it there as you temperatures above 18°C (0°F).
Page 224: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-23 The length of time the heater should Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the function. An ungrounded vehicle. Possible heater cord area where you will be parking the outlet could cause an electric and thermostat damage could vehicle for the best advice on this.
Page 225: Shifting Into Park
9-24 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park Release the button and check that Warning (Continued) the shift lever cannot be moved out Use this procedure to shift into of P (Park). It is dangerous to get out of the P (Park): Torque Lock vehicle if the shift lever is not fully 1.
Page 226: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-25 Shifting out of Park 2. Turn the key to the ON/RUN moved from the P (Park) position. position. If the battery has lost power, the This vehicle is equipped with an shift lever cannot be moved from 3.
Page 227: Transmission)
9-26 Driving and Operating 8. Place the console trim panel in Parking over Things the original position, aligning the That Burn fasteners on the trim panel with the slots in the console. Press in Warning the side trim until it clicks in place.
Page 228: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating 9-27 When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) as cruising at a constant vehicle speed, the system will operate in There are holes or openings Warning the half cylinder mode, allowing the in the vehicle body from vehicle to achieve better fuel damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon...
Page 229: Running The Vehicle While
9-28 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to While Parked Transmission use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move It is better not to park with the The Driver Information Center (DIC) easily.
Page 230 Driving and Operating 9-29 Make sure the shift lever is fully in Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) P (Park) before starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic the vehicle warranty. Shift to You could lose control and hit transmission shift lock control R (Reverse) only after the vehicle people or objects.
Page 231 9-30 Driving and Operating If more power is needed for activates driver manual gear Caution passing, and the vehicle is: selection. See Manual Mode on page 9-31. Going less than 56 km/h If the vehicle accelerates slowly, (35 mph), push the accelerator V6 Models without Axle GW8, V8 or does not shift gears, the pedal about halfway down.
Page 232: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-31 shifting to 6 (Sixth) gear, or coming at a time, until 6 (Sixth) gear. After next to the M, indicating the current to a complete stop, the transmission shifting to 6 (Sixth) gear, or coming maximum gear allowed. Vehicles will return to normal Sport Mode to a complete stop, the transmission with this feature have indicators on...
Page 233 9-32 Driving and Operating The transmission will not shift into Vehicles with any axle other than 5 (Fifth) until the + (Plus) paddle is GW8 have a Tap Shift Mode. Tap used or you shift back into D (Drive). Shift allows you to manually control the automatic transmission.
Page 234 Driving and Operating 9-33 See Driver Information Center (DIC) You may use this for sport driving or When coasting to a stop in Tap Shift on page 5-24 and Head-Up Display when climbing or descending hills, Mode, the V6 transmission will (HUD) on page 5-28.
Page 235: Manual Transmission
9-34 Driving and Operating Manual Transmission Shift Pattern (V6 Engine) and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into 1 (First). Shift Pattern (V8 Engines) 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2 (Second).
Page 236 Driving and Operating 9-35 The vehicle is accelerating from R (Reverse): To back up, press 2 (Second). The message will be a stop and going 24 to 31 km/h down the clutch pedal and shift into displayed in the Driver Information (15 to 19 mph).
Page 237: Antilock Brake
9-36 Driving and Operating together in the middle of the display. Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it If the lights begin flashing, you have becomes necessary to slam on the exceeded the shift point. Shift brakes and continue braking to Antilock Brake immediately.
Page 238: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-37 suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake 2. Pull the parking brake handle up leave enough room up ahead to until you can press the release stop, even with ABS. button. 3. Hold the release button in as Using ABS you move the brake handle all Do not pump the brakes.
Page 239: Brake Assist
9-38 Driving and Operating If you are towing a trailer and automatically disengage when the Ride Control Systems parking on a hill, see Driving brake pedal is released or brake Characteristics and Towing Tips on pedal pressure is quickly Traction Control/ page 9-56.
Page 240 Driving and Operating 9-39 vehicle wheel brakes to assist the comes on and stays on: driver in keeping the vehicle on the 1. Stop the vehicle. intended path. 2. Turn the engine off and wait If cruise control is being used and 15 seconds.
Page 241: Competitive Driving Mode
9-40 Driving and Operating Competitive Driving Mode StabiliTrak OFF light come on Caution and stay on in the instrument Competitive Driving Mode, cluster. Do not repeatedly brake or Performance Traction Management accelerate heavily when TCS is To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on (PTM), and Launch Control are off.
Page 242 Driving and Operating 9-41 When the TCS/StabiliTrak button is Caution pressed again, the TCS and StabiliTrak systems are on. The Attempting to shift when the drive appropriate message displays wheels are spinning and do not briefly in the DIC. have traction may cause damage Performance Traction to the transmission.
Page 243 9-42 Driving and Operating PERF TRACTION 1 ACTIVE HANDLING ON CHASSIS MODE TOUR (ZL1 Coupe and Z/28 Only) Intended for all driver skill levels. Wet or damp conditions only These lights are on when the not intended for use in heavy vehicle is in the PTM Mode.
Page 244 Driving and Operating 9-43 PERF TRACTION 3 SPORT 1 PERF TRACTION 5 RACE manual transmission to allow the driver to achieve high levels of ACTIVE HANDLING ON ACTIVE HANDLING OFF vehicle acceleration in a straight CHASSIS MODE SPORT (ZL1 CHASSIS MODE TRACK (ZL1 line.
Page 245: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
9-44 Driving and Operating Improved Road Isolation pedal to wide open throttle. Limited-Slip Rear Axle A smooth, quick release of the Improved High-Speed Stability Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle clutch, while maintaining the fully Improved Handling Response can give more traction on snow, pressed accelerator pedal, will mud, ice, sand, or gravel.
Page 246: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-45 SPORT: Use where road conditions The Selective Ride button indicator Cruise Control or personal preference demand lights will not illuminate when any With cruise control, the vehicle can more control. The +SPORT button PTM mode is selected. When this maintain a speed of about 40 km/h selects a suspension and EPS mode is selected, pressing the...
Page 247 9-46 Driving and Operating ® If the StabiliTrak system begins to (On/Off): Press to turn the 1. Press to turn cruise limit wheel spin while using cruise system on and off. A white indicator control on. control, the cruise control appears in the instrument cluster 2.
Page 248 Driving and Operating 9-47 Increasing Speed While Using Reducing Speed While Using set cruise control speed. While Cruise Control Cruise Control pressing the accelerator pedal or shortly following the release to If the cruise control system is If the cruise control system is override cruise control, briefly already activated: already activated:...
Page 249: Driver Assistance Systems
9-48 Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) There are four ways to end cruise Systems control: greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, or vehicle To disengage cruise control, Parking Assist damage, even with parking assist, step lightly on the brake pedal or If equipped, the Rear Parking Assist always check the area around the...
Page 250: Rear Vision
Driving and Operating 9-49 The park assist sensors are Other conditions, such as Turning the System On and Off covered by frost or ice. Frost or vibrations from a jackhammer or The RPA system can be turned on ice can form around and behind the compression of air brakes on and off using the infotainment the sensors and may not always...
Page 251 9-50 Driving and Operating If equipped, the RVC system is symbols. The error message Rear Rear Vision Camera Error designed to help the driver when Parking Assist Symbols Unavailable Messages backing up by displaying a view of may display if RPA has been SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA the area behind the vehicle.
Page 252 Driving and Operating 9-51 Ice, snow, mud, or anything else The area displayed by the camera is builds up on the camera lens. limited. It does not display objects Clean the lens, rinse it with that are close to either corner or water, and wipe it with a soft under the bumper and can vary cloth.
Page 253: Fuel
9-52 Driving and Operating Fuel posted octane rating of 87 or higher. damage to the engine may occur Do not use gasoline with an octane and may void the vehicle warranty. Use of the recommended fuel is an rating below 87, as it may cause If heavy knocking is heard when important part of the proper engine damage and will lower fuel...
Page 254: California Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-53 other fuels containing more than California Fuel Fuels in Foreign 15% ethanol must be used only in Requirements Countries FlexFuel vehicles. If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S.
Page 255: Filling The Tank
9-54 Driving and Operating gasoline additive recommended by Warning (Continued) General Motors. It is available at your dealer. Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let Filling the Tank children pump fuel. Fuel can spray out if the fuel Warning cap is opened too quickly.
Page 256: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-55 When replacing the fuel cap, turn it Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) clockwise until it clicks, otherwise the malfunction indicator lamp may Remove the container from may cause the malfunction turn on. The diagnostic system can the vehicle, trunk, or pickup indicator lamp to light, and could determine if the fuel cap has been bed before filling.
Page 257: Trailer Towing
9-56 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Trailer Towing Warning first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent damage to the engine, axle or General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust other parts. gases may collect at the rear of Information Then, during the first 800 km the vehicle and enter if the...
Page 258 Driving and Operating 9-57 Towing a trailer requires a certain trailer, which mainly occurs during Making Turns amount of experience. The cornering. This is normal when combination you are driving is towing heavier trailers. Caution longer and not as responsive as the Following Distance vehicle itself.
Page 259 9-58 Driving and Operating lamps also flash, telling other grades, the vehicle could show If parking the rig on a hill: drivers the vehicle is turning, signs similar to engine overheating. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do changing lanes or stopping. To avoid this, let the engine run not shift into P (Park) yet.
Page 260 Driving and Operating 9-59 2. Let up on the brake pedal. Trailer Towing (ZL1 or a trailer are all important. It can depend on any special equipment Z/28) 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is on the vehicle, and the amount of clear of the chocks.
Page 261: Towing Equipment
9-60 Driving and Operating cargo carried in it, and the people After loading the trailer, weigh the bumper-type hitches to it. Use who will be riding in the vehicle. trailer and then the tongue, only a frame-mounted hitch that If there are a lot of options, separately, to see if the weights are does not attach to the bumper.
Page 262: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating 9-61 Trailer Brakes Conversions and Does the trailer have its own Add-Ons brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes Add-On Electrical so they are installed, adjusted, and Equipment maintained properly. Because the vehicle has antilock Caution brakes, do not tap into the vehicle's brake system.
Page 263 9-62 Driving and Operating NOTES...
Page 264 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Park Brake and P (Park) (ZL1 Only) ....10-23 Mechanism Check ..10-42 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Z/ Wiper Blade 28 Only) .
Page 265 10-2 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Tire Pressure for High-Speed If a Tire Goes Flat ..10-78 Block ..... 10-49 Operation .
Page 266: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 General Information cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and For service and parts needs, visit exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock your dealer. You will receive many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability genuine GM parts and GM-trained...
Page 267: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. Caution Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing the Doing Your Own If equipped with the 1LE, ZL1, Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on or Z/28 package, or any Service Work page 3-27.
Page 268: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood To open the hood: 2. Push the secondary hood release to the right. The lever is near the middle of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 1. Pull the release handle below the instrument panel to the left of Before closing the hood, be sure all the steering wheel.
Page 269 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 3.6L V6 Engine...
Page 270 Vehicle Care 10-7 1. Underhood Electrical Center. 5. Radiator Fill Cap (Out of View). 10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Engine Compartment Fuse See Engine Coolant on See Battery on page 10-40. Block on page 10-49. page 10-30. 11. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 6.
Page 271 10-8 Vehicle Care 6.2L V8 Engine (L99 Engine Shown, LS3 Similar)
Page 272 Vehicle Care 10-9 1. Underhood Electrical Center. 6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of 9. Brake Fluid and Hydraulic Clutch See Engine Compartment Fuse View). See Cooling System Reservoir (If Equipped with Block on page 10-49. (Except ZL1 and Z/28 Engines) Manual Transmission).
Page 273 10-10 Vehicle Care 6.2L V8 Engine (ZL1)
Page 274 Vehicle Care 10-11 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle 7. Intercooler Fill Cap (Out of 9. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Except and Cap. See Engine Coolant View). See Cooling System ZL1 and Z/28)) on page 10-21 or on page 10-30. (Except ZL1 and Z/28 Engines) Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1 on page 10-25 or Cooling Only) on page 10-23 or Engine...
Page 275 10-12 Vehicle Care 7.0L V8 Engine (Z/28)
Page 276: Engine Cover
Vehicle Care 10-13 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle 9. Brake Fluid and Hydraulic Clutch Engine Cover and Cap. See Engine Coolant Reservoir. See Brakes on 3.6L V6 Engine Cover on page 10-30. page 10-38 or Hydraulic Clutch on page 10-21. 2.
Page 277 10-14 Vehicle Care 3. Pull the engine cover forward to 2. Lift the engine cover (2) to To remove: disengage it from the two disengage the two front 1. Lift the engine cover to rear tabs. attachment points. disengage from the five 4.
Page 278: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-15 Check the engine oil level To remove the engine covers: to drain back into the oil pan. regularly and maintain the Checking the oil level too soon 1. Lift the outboard edge of each proper oil level. See Checking after engine shutoff will not engine cover to disengage from Engine Oil and When to Add...
Page 279 10-16 Vehicle Care When to Add Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil (Z/28) Caution (Continued) (Except Z/28) to the engine. If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range, i.e., the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could...
Page 280 Vehicle Care 10-17 These vehicles have a dry sump enough to reach normal operating 4. Remove the dipstick from the engine lubrication system. This high temperature. Do not add engine oil external engine oil tank and wipe performance system operates based on cold engine dipstick it with a clean lint-free paper differently than a standard engine...
Page 281 10-18 Vehicle Care for an explanation of what kind of oil Add enough oil to put the level to use. For engine oil crankcase somewhere in the proper operating capacity, see Capacities and range. Push the dipstick all the way Specifications on page 12-2.
Page 282: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-19 temperatures. When selecting an oil What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System of the appropriate viscosity grade, Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil always select an oil of the correct elements that can be unhealthy for specification.
Page 283: Automatic Transmission
10-20 Vehicle Care be changed at least once a year 2. Press and hold the SET/CLR Automatic Transmission and, at this time, the system must button on the DIC while the Oil Fluid be reset. Your dealer has trained Life display is active. The oil life service people who will perform this will change to 100%.
Page 284: Manual Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-21 Change the fluid and filter at the A fluid loss in this system could Do not remove the cap to check the intervals listed in Maintenance indicate a problem. Have the fluid level or to top off the fluid level. Schedule on page 11-2, and be sure system inspected and repaired.
Page 285 10-22 Vehicle Care How to Inspect the Engine Air 3. Loosen the clamp at the duct of the air cleaner/filter housing. Cleaner/Filter 4. Unlatch the retaining clips on the To inspect the air cleaner/filter, air cleaner/filter housing. remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release 5.
Page 286: (Zl1 Only)
Vehicle Care 10-23 loose dust and dirt. If the filter Warning (Continued) Caution remains covered with dirt, a new filter is required. helps to stop flames if the engine If water is sprayed and enters the To inspect or replace the engine air backfires.
Page 287 10-24 Vehicle Care 3. Remove the two screws When to Inspect the Engine Air Caution securing the cover on the air Cleaner/Filter cleaner/filter housing. If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the 4. Pull straight up on the cover; scheduled maintenance intervals can easily get into the engine, while holding the cover, remove...
Page 288: Cooling System (Except Zl1 And Z/28 Engines)
Vehicle Care 10-25 To inspect or replace the engine air 4. Inspect or replace the air filter. Caution cleaner/filter: See Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11-14. If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 5. Using the same air filter/cleaner can easily get into the engine, clamp (1), install the air cleaner/ which could damage it.
Page 289 10-26 Vehicle Care 2. Electric Cooling Fans (Out Warning Warning of View) 3. Radiator Cap (Under Engine An electric engine cooling fan Heater and radiator hoses, and Cover) under the hood can start up even other engine parts, can be very when the engine is not running hot.
Page 290: Engine Only)
Vehicle Care 10-27 Cooling System (ZL1 Caution Warning Engine Only) Using coolant other than An electric engine cooling fan ® DEX-COOL can cause under the hood can start up even premature engine, heater core, when the engine is not running or radiator corrosion.
Page 291: Cooling System
10-28 Vehicle Care Warning Caution Heater and radiator hoses, and Using coolant other than ® other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL can cause hot. Do not touch them. If you do, premature engine, heater core, you can be burned. or radiator corrosion.
Page 292: Engine Only)
Vehicle Care 10-29 6. Reverse Steps 1 3 to install Cooling System (Z/28 Warning intercooler fill cap and turn the Engine Only) intercooler fill neck. An electric engine cooling fan The intercooler cooling system has under the hood can start up even a special procedure for draining and when the engine is not running adding coolant.
Page 293: Engine Coolant
10-30 Vehicle Care What to Use Warning Caution Warning Heater and radiator hoses, and Using coolant other than ® other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL can cause Adding only plain water or some hot. Do not touch them. If you do, premature engine, heater core, other liquid to the cooling system you can be burned.
Page 294 Vehicle Care 10-31 Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Check coolant as follows: Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL 1. Turn the ignition off. coolant. If using this mixture, mixture can freeze and crack 2. Locate the engine coolant nothing else needs to be added. engine cooling parts.
Page 295 10-32 Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the 2. Pour the coolant into the engine coolant recovery bottle. Coolant Recovery Bottle 3. When the level is correct, Warning replace the dipstick and turn the cap clockwise to secure. You can be burned if you spill How to Add Coolant to the coolant on hot engine parts.
Page 296 Vehicle Care 10-33 If coolant is needed, add the proper 4. If there is no coolant visible or Warning mixture directly to the radiator, but the level is low, slowly fill the be sure the cooling system is cool system through the radiator cap An electric engine cooling fan before this is done.
Page 297 10-34 Vehicle Care 8. With the engine still running, 13. Check the coolant level in the 3. If there is no coolant visible or raise the engine to 2500 rpm for engine coolant recovery bottle the level is low, slowly fill the 30 40 seconds.
Page 298: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-35 Engine Overheating Caution The vehicle has an indicator to warn Running the engine without of engine overheating. coolant may cause damage or a There is an engine coolant fire. Vehicle damage would not be temperature gauge on the vehicle covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 299: Power Steering Fluid (L99, Ls3, Zl1 And Z/28)
10-36 Vehicle Care If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the Warning (Continued) with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while parked. If the warning is still 1. Turn the air conditioning off. If you keep driving when the displayed, turn off the engine until it engine is overheated, the liquids...
Page 300: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-37 When to Check Power Steering 5. Wipe the dipstick with a Washer Fluid clean rag. Fluid What to Use 6. Replace the cap and completely It is not necessary to regularly tighten it. When windshield washer fluid is check power steering fluid unless needed, be sure to read the you suspect there is a leak in the...
Page 301: Brakes
10-38 Vehicle Care Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Caution can cause a brake squeal when the Disc brake pads have built-in wear brakes are first applied or lightly Do not use engine coolant indicators that make a high-pitched applied. This does not mean (antifreeze) in the windshield warning sound when the brake pads something is wrong with the brakes.
Page 302: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-39 In addition, brake pad inspection performance expected can change There are only two reasons why the is required any time the tires are in many other ways if the wrong fluid level in the reservoir might removed. replacement brake parts are go down: installed or parts are improperly...
Page 303: Battery
10-40 Vehicle Care Warning Warning Caution (Continued) If brake fluid is spilled on the If too much brake fluid is added, it With the wrong kind of fluid in the vehicle's painted surfaces, can spill on the engine and burn, brake/clutch hydraulic system, the the paint finish can be if the engine is hot enough.
Page 304: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care 10-41 Extended Storage: Remove the 1. Before starting this check, be Warning black, negative ( ) cable from the sure there is enough room battery or use a battery trickle around the vehicle. Battery posts, terminals, and charger. 2.
Page 305: Function Check
10-42 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission normal effort. If the shift lever Park Brake and P (Park) moves out of P (Park), contact Shift Lock Control Mechanism Check your dealer for service. Function Check Warning Ignition Transmission Warning Lock Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move.
Page 306: Windshield Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-43 To check the P (Park) warranty. Do not allow the wiper mechanism's holding ability: blade arm to touch the With the engine running, shift to windshield. P (Park). Then release the 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper parking brake followed by the blade replacement.
Page 307: Headlamp Aiming
10-44 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on Warning page 10-47. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Page 308: Headlamps, Front Turn Signal And Parking Lamps
Vehicle Care 10-45 function of the HID headlamp. See 7. Pull the duct back out of the air High Intensity Discharge (HID) cleaner/filter housing until the Lighting on page 10-44. tabs snap the duct back into position. To replace the turn signal bulb: 1.
Page 309: Taillamps, Turn Signal, And Stoplamps
10-46 Vehicle Care 6. Reconnect the electrical 2. Remove the close out panel connector. retainers to gain access to the bulb socket connectors. 7. Pull the duct back out of the air cleaner/filter housing until the 3. Turn the bulb socket tabs snap the duct back into counterclockwise to remove it.
Page 310: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-47 License Plate Lamp 5. Push the bulb straight into the Bulb Exterior Lamp socket and turn clockwise to Number To replace one of these bulbs: reinstall. Rear Turn W21/5W 6. Reinstall the license plate lamp Signal Lamp by lifting it through the fascia opening until the clip is in place.
Page 311: Electrical System
10-48 Vehicle Care Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers An electrical overload may cause Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...
Page 312: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-49 Engine Compartment Fuse Block To remove the hinged fuse block cover, press the clip at the front of the cover, and swing it up. Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical The vehicle may not be equipped component.
Page 313 10-50 Vehicle Care J-Case Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Fuses Engine Control Transmission Wiper Module Main Control Module/ Ignition Starter Pre-Catalytic Converter Oxygen Engine Control Brake Sensor Module/Ignition Vacuum Pump Post-Catalytic Outside Rearview Power Converter Oxygen Mirror Windows Rear Sensor Canister Vent Power Windows...
Page 314: Block
Vehicle Care 10-51 Instrument Panel Fuse Mini Fuses Usage Micro Usage Block Relays Horn Wiper Control Spare K613 Cooling Fan Low High-Beam Headlamp Right K617 Air Conditioning Front Compressor Clutch High-Beam K619 Wiper Speed Headlamp Left K627 High Intensity Front Discharge Heated Mirror Headlamps...
Page 315 10-52 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Body Control Module 2 Battery Spare Spare Spare Spare Display ® OnStar Universal Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped) Body Control Module 3 The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Body Control with all of the fuses, relays, and Module 4 Airbag features shown.
Page 316: Block
Vehicle Care 10-53 net retainers, the rear sill plate, and Fuses Usage Relays Usage the passenger side trim retainers, Retained Accessory Spare then swing the trim out of the way. Power Spare K609 Trunk Trunk SPARE SPARE Automatic Occupant Sensing Rear Compartment Fuse Body Control Block...
Page 317 10-54 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Real Time Damping Active Exhaust Flapper Spare 4 Engine Control Module/Battery Regulated Voltage Control Fuel System Control Module Relays Usage Spare The vehicle may not be equipped Active Exhaust Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Flapper Amplifier features shown.
Page 318: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-55 Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires and a serious crash. See Worn or old tires can Vehicle Load Limits on cause a crash. If the tread Every new GM vehicle has page 9-14. is badly worn, high-quality tires made by a replace them.
Page 319: All-Season Tires
10-56 Vehicle Care Use only radial ply tires of the All-Season Tires Winter Tires same size, load range, and This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally speed rating as the original all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires.
Page 320: Competition Oriented
Vehicle Care 10-57 cold climates, heavy rain, and Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) standing water. We recommend installing winter tires on the vehicle with road hazards like potholes, driven on snow, ice, or road when driving at temperatures below or sharp edged objects, or when surfaces below 10°C (50°F).
Page 321: Summer Tires
10-58 Vehicle Care on ice or snow covered roads is Tire Sidewall Labeling Caution (Continued) expected. See Winter Tires on Useful information about a tire is page 10-56. vehicle on which they are molded into its sidewall. The installed. Do not apply heat or examples show a typical Caution blow heated air directly on the...
Page 322 Vehicle Care 10-59 and service description. See the digits represent the week (01 performance factors: treadwear, Tire Size illustration later in this 52) and the last two digits, the traction, and temperature section. year. For example, the third resistance. For more information week of the year 2010 would see Uniform Tire Quality (2) TPC Spec (Tire...
Page 323: Tire Designations
10-60 Vehicle Care (2) Temporary Use Only (4) Maximum Cold Inflation criteria have a TPC specification compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit Maximum load that code molded onto the sidewall. use tire should not be driven at can be carried and the GM's TPC specifications meet or speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph).
Page 324: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-61 vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of automatic transmission, power standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air and Rim Association. conditioning. (6) Service Description These (2) Tire Width The three-digit characters represent the load Aspect Ratio...
Page 325 10-62 Vehicle Care before a tire has built up heat GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to on page 10-64. Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated.
Page 326 Vehicle Care 10-63 outward when mounted on a Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic of a tire when only 1.6 mm vehicle. The side of the tire that tire in which the ply cords that (1/16 in) of tread remains. See contains a whitewall, bears extend to the beads are laid at When It Is Time for New Tires...
Page 327: Tire Pressure
10-64 Vehicle Care Vehicle Maximum Load on the The Tire and Loading Caution Tire Load on an individual tire Information label on the vehicle due to curb weight, accessory indicates the original equipment Neither tire underinflation nor weight, occupant weight, and tires and the correct cold tire overinflation is good.
Page 328 Vehicle Care 10-65 How to Check Recheck the tire pressure with Warning (Continued) the tire gauge. Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure. Return the valve caps on the the tires are rated for high-speed operation, in excellent condition, Proper tire inflation cannot be valve stems to prevent leaks and set to the correct cold tire...
Page 329: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-66 Vehicle Care 300 kPa (44 psi) before operating Each tire, including the spare (if tread life, and may affect the the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h provided), should be checked vehicle's handling and stopping (100 mph) or higher. monthly when cold and inflated to ability.
Page 330: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-67 pressure as intended. TPMS and wheel assembly. The TPMS tires are inflated to the correct malfunctions may occur for a variety sensors monitor the air pressure in inflation pressure. Using the DIC, of reasons, including the installation the tires and transmit the tire tire pressure levels can be viewed.
Page 331 10-68 Vehicle Care The TPMS can warn about a low sensors. See Tire Sealant and matching process is performed tire pressure condition but it does Compressor Kit on page 10-80 for successfully. See "TPMS Sensor not replace normal tire information regarding the inflator kit Matching Process"...
Page 332 Vehicle Care 10-69 could prevent the TPMS from at the next ignition cycle. The 3. Use the MENU button to select functioning properly. See Buying sensors are matched to the tire/ the Vehicle Information menu in New Tires on page 10-73. wheel positions, using a TPMS the Driver Information relearn tool, in the following order:...
Page 333: Tire Inspection
10-70 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, A horn chirp confirms that the Tire Inspection or other damage that cannot sensor identification code has We recommend that the tires, been matched to this tire and be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the wheel position.
Page 334 Vehicle Care 10-71 See When It Is Time for New Use this rotation pattern if the Adjust the front and rear tires to Tires on page 10-72 and Wheel vehicle has different size tires the recommended inflation Replacement on page 10-77. on the front and rear and they pressure on the Tire and are non-directional.
Page 335: When It Is Time For New
10-72 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. Warning (Continued) This also applies to the spare tire, Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is off and cause an accident. When never used.
Page 336: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-73 of grease, gasoline, or other the overall performance of the replaced at the same time. substances that can deteriorate vehicle, including brake system If proper rotation and rubber. performance, ride and handling, maintenance have been done, traction control, and tire all four tires should wear out at Parking for an extended period can pressure monitoring...
Page 337: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-74 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Information label indicates the original equipment tires on the could cause injury or death. after many miles of driving. vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits Only your dealer or authorized A tire and/or wheel could fail on page 9-14.
Page 338: Uniform Tire Quality
Vehicle Care 10-75 treadwear, traction, and Quality grades can be found Warning temperature performance. This where applicable on the tire applies only to vehicles sold in sidewall between tread shoulder If different sized wheels are used, the United States. The grades and maximum section width.
Page 339: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-76 Vehicle Care their use, however, and may Temperature overloaded. Excessive speed, depart significantly from the underinflation, or excessive The temperature grades are A norm due to variations in driving loading, either separately or in (the highest), B, and C, habits, service practices and combination, can cause heat representing the tire's resistance...
Page 340: Wheel Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-77 Wheel Replacement Used Replacement Wheels Warning Replace any wheel that is bent, Warning Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming Replacing a wheel with a used loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts can be dangerous.
Page 341: If A Tire Goes Flat
10-78 Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning (Continued) Warning It is unusual for a tire to blow out control and a crash. Use another Driving on a flat tire will cause while driving, especially if the tires type of traction device only if its permanent damage to the tire.
Page 342 Vehicle Care 10-79 and compressor kit, see Tire Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10-80. 1. Set the parking brake firmly. changing a flat tire. If it is used for When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), anything else, you or others could 2.
Page 343: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-80 Vehicle Care Tire Sealant and If this vehicle has a tire sealant and Warning (Continued) compressor kit, there may not be a Compressor Kit spare tire or tire changing and compressor kit instructions equipment, and on some vehicles and inflate the tire to its Warning there may not be a place to store recommended pressure.
Page 344 Vehicle Care 10-81 The kit includes: There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. After usage, the tire sealant canister must be replaced. Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes.
Page 345 10-82 Vehicle Care 1. Remove the tire sealant canister (4) and compressor from its storage location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10-87. 2. Remove the air only hose (10) and the power plug (9) from the bottom of the compressor.
Page 346 Vehicle Care 10-83 8. Plug the power plug (9) into the pressure will quickly drop and Caution (Continued) accessory power outlet in the start to rise again as the tire vehicle. Unplug all items from inflates with air only. farther. The tire is too severely other accessory power outlets.
Page 347 10-84 Vehicle Care 13. Unplug the power plug (9) from 23. Stop at a safe location and the accessory power outlet in check the tire pressure. Refer the vehicle. to Steps 1 10 under Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor 14.
Page 348 Vehicle Care 10-85 26. Replace it with a new canister Using the Tire Sealant and available from your dealer. Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not 27. After temporarily sealing a tire Punctured) using the tire sealant and compressor kit, take the The kit includes: vehicle to an authorized dealer...
Page 349 10-86 Vehicle Care 2. Remove the air only hose (10) Do not pinch the power plug Caution and the power plug (9) from the cord in the door or window. bottom of the compressor. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle If the recommended pressure 3.
Page 350: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-87 12. Turn the air only hose (10) counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem. 13. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 14. Return the air only hose (10) and power plug (9) back to their original storage location. 15.
Page 351: Tire Changing
10-88 Vehicle Care Coin/Pierce Jack with Two-Piece 6. Remove the compressor (1) and 3. Turn the center retainer Wrench the sealant canister (2). counterclockwise to remove the spare tire cover. To store the tire sealant and 1. Tool Container compressor kit, reverse the steps. 4.
Page 352 Vehicle Care 10-89 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-78 for more information. 2. If the vehicle has wheel bolt caps, remove the caps. Store the caps with the wheel cover.
Page 353 10-90 Vehicle Care 4. Position the jack lift head at the Caution Warning (Continued) jack location nearest the flat tire. The location is indicated by a Make sure that the jack lift head appropriate safety equipment and mark on the bottom edge of the is in the correct position or you training.
Page 354 Vehicle Care 10-91 5. If you have a coin/pierce jack, 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the attach the jack handle extension wrench clockwise until the to the jack by sliding the hook vehicle is far enough off the through the end of the jack and ground to allow enough room for insert the other end of the jack the compact spare tire to fit...
Page 355 10-92 Vehicle Care 10. Reinstall the wheel nuts with Warning the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the nut as much as possible using parts to which it is fastened, can the wheel wrench until the make wheel nuts become loose wheel is held firmly against...
Page 356 Vehicle Care 10-93 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in To store a flat or spare tire and Caution a crisscross sequence, as tools: shown. 1. Return the jack and tools as they Improperly tightened wheel nuts were originally stored in the can lead to brake pulsation and Warning trunk.
Page 357: Compact Spare Tire
10-94 Vehicle Care 6. Route the strap provided, as Stop as soon as possible and check Caution shown, to secure the flat tire. that the spare tire is correctly inflated after being installed on the The compact spare tire is for When the compact spare is vehicle.
Page 358: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-95 Jump Starting The jump start remote positive (1) Caution and negative (2) terminals are in the For more information about the engine compartment on the driver Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see Battery on side of the vehicle. in costly damage to the vehicle page 10-40.
Page 359 10-96 Vehicle Care 3. Set the parking brake firmly. Warning Warning Vehicles with an automatic transmission should be in An electric fan can start up even Fans or other moving engine P (Park). See Shifting Into Park when the engine is not running parts can injure you badly.
Page 360: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-97 10. Try to start the vehicle that had Towing the Vehicle Due to low ramp angles on the the dead battery. If it will not ZL1 and Z/28, use care when start after a few tries, it loading the vehicle onto a flatbed Caution probably needs service.
Page 361: Recreational Vehicle
10-98 Vehicle Care Recreational Vehicle Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Towing Exterior Care products can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all Caution Locks manufacturer directions regarding Dolly towing or dinghy towing the correct product usage, necessary Locks are lubricated at the factory. vehicle may cause damage Use a de-icing agent only when safety precautions, and...
Page 362 Vehicle Care 10-99 washed. This could cause damage Rinse the vehicle well, before Occasional hand waxing or mild that would not be covered by the washing and after, to remove all polishing should be done to remove vehicle warranty. cleaning agents completely. If they residue from the paint finish.
Page 363 10-100 Vehicle Care Always dilute a concentrated Protecting Exterior Bright Metal cleaner according to the Moldings manufacturer s instructions. Caution Do not use chrome cleaners. Do not use cleaners that are not Failure to clean and protect the intended for automotive use. bright metal moldings can result Use a nonabrasive wax on the in a hazy white finish or pitting.
Page 364 Vehicle Care 10-101 Washer fluids and other cleaning The air extractor may have vent Only lower the top when it is agents in higher concentrations screens in the openings. Keep completely dry and avoid leaving than suggested by the leaves or other debris out of the the top lowered for extended manufacturer.
Page 365 10-102 Vehicle Care Replace the wiper blades if they are Caution (Continued) Caution worn or damaged. Damage can be caused by extreme dusty non-uniform finish. Clean low Using petroleum-based tire conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, gloss stripes with soap and dressing products on the vehicle snow, and ice.
Page 366 Vehicle Care 10-103 Steering, Suspension, and underbody. Take care to thoroughly Caution (Continued) clean any areas where mud and Chassis Components other debris can collect. or sodium chloride. These Visually inspect steering, Sheet Metal Damage suspension, and chassis chlorides are used on roads for components for damaged, loose, conditions such as ice and dust.
Page 367: Interior Care
10-104 Vehicle Care Never use a brush with stiff Chemical Paint Spotting Your dealer may have products for bristles. cleaning the interior. Use cleaners Airborne pollutants can fall upon specifically designed for the Never rub any surface and attack painted vehicle surfaces surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive causing blotchy, ring-shaped...
Page 368 Vehicle Care 10-105 Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Caution soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth to using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being abrasive cleaners on automotive...
Page 369 10-106 Vehicle Care Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, Caution (Continued) and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and solvents can permanently change Natural Open Pore Wood the appearance and feel of For vehicles with high gloss Surfaces surfaces or vehicle displays, use a...
Page 370: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-107 Do not use a floor mat if the Cargo Cover and Floor Mats vehicle is not equipped with a Convenience Net floor mat retainer on the driver Warning Wash with warm water and mild side floor. detergent. Do not use chlorine Use the floor mat with the If a floor mat is the wrong size or bleach.
Page 371 10-108 Vehicle Care Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to remove it from the hooks. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and hook into position.
Page 372: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil Maintenance Your vehicle is an important changes and tire rotations and investment. This section describes additional maintenance items like the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper vehicle.
Page 373: Maintenance Schedule
11-2 Service and Maintenance Frequently towing a trailer. Because of the way people use Maintenance vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Used for high speed or Schedule There may need to be more competitive driving. frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Owner Checks and Services Additional Required Services - service.
Page 374 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine coolant level. See Inspect brake system. for up to a year. The engine oil and Engine Coolant on page 10-30. filter must be changed at least once Visually inspect steering, a year and the oil life system must Check windshield washer fluid suspension, and chassis be reset.
Page 375 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check ignition transmission lock. See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10-42. Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check on page 10-42. Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed.
Page 376 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Except ZL1, Z/28: Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 377 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent (6) Or every three years, whichever replacement may be needed if the comes first.
Page 378 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Except ZL1, Z/28: Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 379: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services Services - Severe excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever Severe Commercial Use comes first.
Page 380: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
Page 381 11-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control split in the tire. be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride.
Page 382 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Wheel Alignment Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance. provide a clear view. Signs that the alignment may Signs of wear include streaking, need to be adjusted include skipping across the windshield,...
Page 383: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. Look for the dexos1 approved logo for GM approved engine oil.
Page 384 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Manual Transmission (V6 Engine) SAE 75W-90 GL5 Gear Oil (GM Part No. 88862475, in Canada 88862476). Manual Transmission (V8 Engine) Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 88861800, in Canada 88861801). Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Automatic Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 (GM Part No.
Page 385: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hinges Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481). Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.
Page 386 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Spark Plugs 3.6L V6 Engine 12622561 41-109 6.2L V8 Engine (L99 or LS3) 12621258 41-110 6.2L V8 Engine (LSA) 12571165 41-104 7.0L V8 Engine (LS7) 12571165 41-104 Wiper Blades Driver Side 92231676 Passenger Side...
Page 387: Maintenance Records
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 388: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 389: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 3.6L V6 Engine (LFX) Automatic Transmission 10.2 L 10.8 qt...
Page 390 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English 7.0L V8 Engine 9.5 L 10.0 qt Fuel Tank 71.0 L 18.8 gal Rear Axle Fluid V6 Engine 6 Speed Automatic 0.9 L 1.0 qt V6 Engine 6 Speed Manual* 0.9 L 1.0 qt V8 Engine* (L99, LS3, or LS7) 0.9 L 1.0 qt...
Page 391 12-4 Technical Data Capacities Application Metric English *Add 3.3 oz. (98 mL) of friction modifier to the specified quantity of axle lubricant. **See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10-20 for information on checking fluid level. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Page 392: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data 12-5 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6.2L V8 Engine (LSA) 3.6L V6 Engine 7.0L V8 Engine (LS7) 6.2L V8 Engines (L99 or LS3)
Page 393 12-6 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 394: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 395 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be...
Page 396: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 397: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Online Owner Experience 1-800-263-3777 (English) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com 1-800-263-7854 (French) (Warranty Tracking 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Information): Track the vehicle s The Chevrolet online owner Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information. experience allows interaction with Roadside Assistance: Chevrolet and keeps important (Recall Information): View...
Page 398: Program
GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre: for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help representatives. Roadside Assistance...
Page 399 General Motors North America and to the service vehicle or is not a warranty service, or if the vehicle Chevrolet reserve the right to make regularly traveled or maintained was in a crash and cannot be any changes or discontinue the public road, which includes ice and driven.
Page 400: Program
Customer Information 13-7 Services Specific to permission to get local safety related. If it is, please call emergency road service. You will your dealership, let them know this, Canadian-Purchased Vehicles receive payment, up to $100, and ask for instructions. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement after sending the original receipt If your dealer requests you to bring is up to 7 liters.
Page 401: Collision Damage Repair
13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation is not a by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. It may not be possible to provide a part of the New Vehicle Limited customers arrange their own like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Warranty. A separate booklet transportation, limited Additional Program entitled Limited Warranty and...
Page 402 Customer Information 13-9 value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts center that has GM-trained be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New technicians and comparable collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any equipment. related failures are not covered by Collision Parts Insuring the Vehicle...
Page 403 13-10 Customer Information If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: Managing the Vehicle Damage company may require you to have Repair Process Driver name, address, and insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. In the event that the vehicle requires Genuine GM Original Equipment damage repairs, GM recommends Driver license number.
Page 404: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions Current and Past Models company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Technical Service Bulletins and you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. Manuals are available for current repair valuation based on that and past model GM vehicles.
Page 405: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
13-12 Customer Information Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Identification (RFID) Statement Defects RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that Reporting Safety Defects vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States system security, as well as in...
Page 406: Government
Customer Information 13-13 To contact NHTSA, you may call Reporting Safety Defects Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: the Vehicle Safety Hotline to the Canadian Chevrolet Motor Division toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Chevrolet Customer Assistance Government (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Center http://www.safercar.gov; or If you live in Canada, and you P.O.
Page 407: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
13-14 Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to recorded by your vehicle only if a...
Page 408: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 if the vehicle is leased, with the OnStar Terms and Conditions and consent of the lessee; in response Privacy Statement on the OnStar to an official request by police or website. similar government office; as part of Infotainment System GM's defense of litigation through the discovery process;...
Page 409 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 410: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview services may require a paid subscription. OnStar requires the vehicle battery and electrical system, cellular service, and GPS OnStar Overview satellite signals to be available and OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 operating.
Page 411 14-2 OnStar Clean the mirror while the Blinking: Button has been Press to connect to a live vehicle is off to avoid making pressed. Advisor to: calls. Solid: On a call. Verify account information or Status Indicator update contact information. (Fault Icon On): Indicates a The OnStar system status light is problem.
Page 412: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-3 OnStar Services Security 4. Follow the voice-guided commands. OnStar provides services including Emergency Using Voice Commands Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote During a Planned Route Ignition Block, and Roadside With Automatic Crash Response, Assistance, if equipped. OnStar can the OnStar system can Cancel Route unlock the vehicle doors remotely, automatically connect to an OnStar...
Page 413: Connections
14-4 OnStar 2. Say Repeat. System responds navigation system in the vehicle (if WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) with the last direction given, then equipped). After the call ends, press The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that responds with OnStar ready, the Go button on the navigation provides a high-speed, wireless then a tone.
Page 414 OnStar 14-5 pressure (if the vehicle is equipped OnStar Hands-Free Calling 4. Say Call. System responds: with the tire pressure monitoring OK, dialing 911. This service allows calls to be made system); or activate remote horn and received from the vehicle. Retrieve My Number and lights.
Page 415: Vehicle Diagnostics
14-6 OnStar 4. Pick a name tag. System Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional responds: About to store <name Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can tag>. Does that sound OK? perform a vehicle check every 5. Say Yes or No to try again. Transferring Service month.
Page 416 OnStar 14-7 How OnStar Service Works in that area. The wireless service Services for People with provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Automatic Crash Response, network capacity, reception, and Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Advisors provide services to help technology compatible with OnStar Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle subscribers with physical disabilities services.
Page 417 14-8 OnStar In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) OnStar cannot perform Remote location to send to emergency Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
Page 418 OnStar 14-9 Vehicle and Power Issues Advisor. Users of wireless Permission to use, copy, modify, communications are cautioned that and distribute this software for any OnStar services require a vehicle the privacy of any information sent purpose with or without fee is electrical system, wireless service, via wireless cellular communications hereby granted, provided that the...
Page 419 14-10 OnStar Except as contained in this notice, Johnny Lee, Onno van der Linden, 2. Redistributions in binary form the name of a copyright holder shall Igor Mandrichenko, Steve P. Miller, (compiled executables) must not be used in advertising or Sergio Monesi, Keith Owens, reproduce the above copyright otherwise to promote the sale, use...
Page 420 OnStar 14-11 Info-ZIP releases including, but not limited to, labeling of the altered versions with the names Info-ZIP (or any variation thereof, including, but not limited to, different capitalizations), Pocket UnZip, WiZ or MacZip without the explicit permission of Info-ZIP. Such altered versions are further prohibited from misrepresentative use of the...
Page 421 14-12 OnStar NOTES...
Page 422 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Assistance Program, What Will You See after an Roadside ..... 13-5 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-21 Audio Players .
Page 423 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Carbon Monoxide Headlamps, Front Engine Exhaust ....9-27 Battery ..... . . 10-40 Turn Signal, and Trunk .
Page 424: Daytime Running
INDEX Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Coolant Air Conditioning ....8-1 Engine ..... . 10-30 Damage Repair, Collision .
Page 425 INDEX Driving (cont'd) Electrical System (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Instrument Panel Fuse Oil Life System ... . . 10-19 For Better Fuel Economy ..1-19 Hill and Mountain Roads ..9-11 Block .
Page 426 INDEX Fuel ......9-52 Additives .....9-53 Filter, Garage Door Opener .
Page 427 INDEX Hood ......10-5 Horn ......5-3 Halogen Bulbs .
Page 428: For Children (Latch)
INDEX LATCH, Lower Anchors and Lights (cont'd) Maintenance Schedule ..11-2 Traction Control OFF/ Tethers for Children ..3-36 Recommended Fluids Latches, Seatback ....3-5 StabiliTrak OFF .
Page 429 INDEX ® Messages (cont'd) OnStar Vehicle Transmission ....5-41 Diagnostics ....14-6 Object Detection System Vehicle .
Page 430 INDEX Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-22 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Perchlorate Materials System ......2-3 Radio Frequency Requirements, California .
Page 431: Accessories And
i-10 INDEX Roadside Assistance Sealant Kit, Tire ....10-80 Service (cont'd) Publications Ordering Program ..... . 13-5 Seatback Latches .
Page 432 INDEX i-11 Starting the Engine ... . 9-21 Tires (cont'd) Pressure Light ....5-22 Steering ......9-4 Tachometer .
Page 433 i-12 INDEX Track Events and Vehicle Care Competitive Driving ... 9-6 Storing the Tire Sealant Uniform Tire Quality Traction ......5-21 and Compressor Kit .
Page 434 INDEX i-13 When It Is Time for New Tires ......10-72 Where to Put the Restraint ..3-35 Windows .
Page 435 i-14 INDEX NOTES...

Chevrolet Camaro 2015 Owner's Manual

Keys, Doors, and

3-1 Seats and

Safety Belts

Rear Seats

Airbag System

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Engine Oilpressure

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer

Flash-To-Pass

Daytime Running

Automatic Headlamp

Instrument Panel Illumination

Turn and Lane-Change

Hazard Warning Flashers

Front Fog Lamps

Lighting Features

Dome Lamps

Infotainment

Infotainment

Bluetooth (Voice

Bluetooth (Infotainment

Driving and Operating

Track Events and Competitive Manual Mode

Manual Transmission

Brakes

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