Page 1 Cruze Limited...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ..... . 2 In Brief ......5 Keys, Doors, and Windows .
Page 3: Introduction
Helm, Incorporated specific vehicle to confirm the this manual including, but not limited Attention: Customer Service features. to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, 47911 Halyard Drive Keep this manual in the vehicle for the CHEVROLET Emblem, Plymouth, MI 48170 quick reference.
Page 4 Introduction Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Caution 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 5 Introduction : Fuses : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer : LATCH System Child Restraints : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Oil Pressure : Power : Remote Vehicle Start : Safety Belt Reminders : Tire Pressure Monitor : Traction Control/Active Handling System : Under Pressure : Windshield Washer Fluid...
Page 6: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance Infotainment System ... 18 Traction Control/Electronic Steering Wheel Controls ..18 Stability Control ....20 Cruise Control .
Page 7: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 8: Instrument Panel
In Brief 1. Air Vents 0 156. 11. Passenger Temperature Voice Recognition Controls. Control. See Dual Automatic See Steering Wheel Controls 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn Climate Control System 0 152. in the infotainment manual. and Lane-Change Signals 0 143. Passenger Heated and Driver Information Center (DIC) Ventilated Seat Controls (If...
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive : If equipped, press and release and then immediately Information press and hold continuously to This section provides a brief open the convertible top all the way. overview about some of the Release the button to stop important features that may or may movement.
Page 10: Door Locks
In Brief 3. Start the vehicle normally after entering. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on. Remote start can be extended. Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: Press and hold until the parking lamps turn off.
Page 11: Trunk Release
In Brief Loss of Vehicle Electrical Windows Press and hold on the Power Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless If the vehicle has lost battery power, Entry (RKE) System 0 25. the doors can be opened manually. See Power Door Locks 0 35. Trunk Release For automatic transmissions, the vehicle must be in P (Park).
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Seat Adjustment Lumbar and Bolster Reclining Seatbacks Adjustment Power Seats To adjust the seatback: To adjust the lumbar or bolster Tilt the top of the control To adjust the seat: support, if equipped: rearward to recline. Move the seat forward or Press and hold the control Tilt the top of the control forward rearward by sliding the control...
Page 13: Memory Features
In Brief Memory Features When Easy Exit Options is enabled Press on the left side of the in the personalization menu, the climate control panel to ventilate or seats will move rearward when the heat the driver seat. A ventilated ignition is changed to OFF and seat has a fan that pulls or pushes driver door is opened within a...
Page 14: Safety Belts
In Brief For driver and passenger controls, Refer to the following sections for press the button once for the important information on how to use highest setting. With each press of safety belts properly: the button, the seat will change to Safety Belts 0 61.
Page 15: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief Mirror Adjustment To fold, pull the mirror toward the Steering Wheel vehicle. Push the mirror outward to Adjustment Exterior Mirrors return it to the original position. Interior Mirror Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle. Manual Rearview Mirror To avoid glare of the headlamps from behind, push the tab forward...
Page 16: Interior Lighting
In Brief Interior Lighting The reading lamps are in the AUTO : Sets the exterior lamps to overhead console. The lamps go on automatic mode. AUTO mode turns Interior Light Control when a door is opened. When the the exterior lamps on and off doors are closed, press the lamp depending on how much light is The knob for this feature is on the...
Page 17: Climate Controls
In Brief With the ignition in ACC/ Climate Controls ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with move the lever to select the wiper this system. speed. HI : Use for fast wipes. LO : Use for slow wipes.
Page 18: Transmission
In Brief Transmission The Manual Paddle Shift system will not allow either an upshift or a Manual Paddle Shift downshift if the vehicle speed is too (Automatic Transmission) fast or too slow, nor will it allow a start from 3 (Third) or higher gear. See Manual Mode 0 184.
Page 19: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1 4 Shift Message (Manual Vehicle Features Cruise Control Transmission) Infotainment System On vehicles with a manual transmission, when this DIC See the infotainment manual for message is displayed, the information on the radio, audio transmission can only shift from players, phone, navigation system, 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth).
Page 20: Driver Information
In Brief See Assistance Systems for Parking : Press to disengage cruise : Press to open or Backing 0 205. control without erasing the set application menus on the left. Press speed from memory. to open interaction menus on the Power Outlets right.
Page 21: Universal Remote System
In Brief Universal Remote System See Universal Remote Performance and System 0 137. Maintenance Roof Panel Traction Control/ If equipped with a removable roof Electronic Stability panel, there are three release Control handles. Two are at the front of the roof panel and one is at the rear of The traction control system limits the roof panel.
Page 22: Tire Pressure Monitor
In Brief To turn off both traction control See Tire Pressure Monitor and StabiliTrak, press and hold System 0 265. the TCS/StabiliTrak button, Performance Vehicle until the Traction Off light Features the StabiliTrak OFF light illuminate in the instrument Checking Engine Oil The low tire pressure warning light cluster.
Page 23: Engine Oil Life System
In Brief performance brake pads. Brake and filter. The oil life system should Car Wash Guidelines squeal is normal and does not affect be reset to 100% only following an system performance. oil change. Caution Tire Chatter/Hop Dry Sump Engine Break-In Oil Some automatic car washes can Change When driving at slow speeds and in...
Page 24: Roadside Assistance
TTY Users (U.S. Only): conditions require. 1-888-889-2438 Keep vehicle tires properly Canada: 1-800-268-6800 inflated. New Chevrolet owners are Combine several trips into a automatically enrolled in the single trip. Roadside Assistance Program. Replace the vehicle's tires with See Roadside Assistance the same TPC Spec number Program 0 319.
Page 25: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....42 Windows Power Mirrors ....42 Keys Folding Mirrors .
Page 26: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 329. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 325. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: With Remote Start and Convertible Check the distance.
Page 27: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry Personalization 0 130. If the passenger door is open when (RKE) System Operation pressed, both doors lock. The Keyless Access system allows Pressing may also arm the for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft). See theft-deterrent system.
Page 28 Keys, Doors, and Windows least four seconds to start the way. Release the button to stop The Keyless Access system can be engine from outside the vehicle movement. This button will only programmed to unlock both doors using the RKE transmitter. See open the convertible top.
Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows transmitter inside the vehicle. Do Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Programming Transmitters to not leave the RKE transmitter in an the Vehicle When the vehicle is turned off and a unattended vehicle. remote is left in the vehicle, the horn Only RKE transmitters programmed To customize whether the doors will chirp three times after both...
Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows 5. Open the hatch/trunk. 3. Open the hatch/trunk. 11. Press on each newly programmed transmitter to 6. Turn the key five times within 4. Turn the key five times within complete the process. 10 seconds. 10 seconds. 12.
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows To program additional To start the vehicle: transmitters, repeat Steps 8 10. When all additional transmitters are programmed, press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for approximately 12 seconds to exit programming mode. Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal,...
Page 32: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement 3. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. Caution 4. Insert the new battery on the back housing, positive side When replacing the battery, do facing down. Replace with a not touch any of the circuitry on CR2032 or equivalent battery.
Page 33 Keys, Doors, and Windows During a remote start, the heated or lamps flash to confirm the A maximum of two remote starts, ventilated seats, if equipped, may request to remote start the or a remote start with an extension, turn on automatically. See Heated vehicle has been received.
Page 34: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows The hazard warning flashers Warning (Continued) are on. There is an emission control So, wear safety belts system malfunction. properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. The engine coolant temperature is too high. Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be The oil pressure is low.
Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows To open a door from the inside, Use the key to open the hatch/trunk. press the door latch button (3). See Keys 0 24. Loss of Vehicle Electrical Power If the vehicle has lost battery power, open the doors manually.
Page 36: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks When is pressed on the power door lock switch with the door open, a chime will sound three times indicating that delayed locking is active. The doors will then lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed.
Page 37: Lockout Protection
Keys, Doors, and Windows speed becomes faster than 13 km/h Lockout Protection Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout (8 mph) for manual transmissions, If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is If the vehicle is in ACC/ both doors will lock. turned on and the vehicle is off, the ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START Use the power door unlock switch to driver door is open, and locking is...
Page 38: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors To release the hatch/trunk: Warning (Continued) Hatch (Trunk) highest setting. See Climate Control Systems in the Index. Warning If the vehicle is equipped Exhaust gases can enter the with a power liftgate, disable vehicle if it is driven with the the power liftgate function.
Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows Use the pull cup to close the hatch/ There is a glow-in-the-dark trunk with light force until the power emergency trunk release handle on latch feature activates. The hatch/ the trunk lid. This handle will glow trunk will close the rest of the way following exposure to light.
Page 40: Vehicle Security
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 41: Immobilizer
Keys, Doors, and Windows Unlock the vehicle using the Inclination Sensor and Intrusion and Inclination Keyless Access system. Intrusion Sensor Sensors Disable Switch Start the vehicle. In addition to the standard It is recommended that the intrusion theft-deterrent system features, this and inclination sensors be To avoid setting off the alarm by system may also have an inclination...
Page 42: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Immobilizer Operation The system has one or more RKE The immobilizer system can learn transmitters that are matched to an new or replacement RKE The vehicle has a passive immobilizer control unit in the transmitters. Up to eight RKE theft-deterrent system.
Page 43: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors To fold, pull the mirror toward the Convex Mirrors vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position. Warning Heated Mirrors A convex mirror can make things, (Rear Window Defogger) : like other vehicles, look farther Press to heat the mirrors.
Page 44: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows The mirror(s) return to the original Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming position when: Rearview Mirror The vehicle is shifted out of Interior Rearview Mirrors If equipped, automatic dimming R (Reverse), or remains in reduces the glare of headlamps Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear R (Reverse) for about from behind.
Page 45: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows Power Windows Warning Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with Never leave a child, a helpless the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, transmitter is dangerous for many especially with the windows reasons;...
Page 46: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows To activate express-down, press START by holding the window convertible top will not function until the switch fully to the second switch in the first or second detent the windows are reset. After battery detent and release. until the window is closed.
Page 47: Roof
Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Warning (Continued) Roof Panel and strike another vehicle. Remove the roof panel only when If equipped with a removable roof the vehicle is parked. panel, use the following procedures to remove or install it. It may be necessary to have help removing the roof panel.
Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows 7. Press the button on the front of 2. Insert the front of the roof panel Caution the rear release handle to so that the indents lay on top of unlock it. The latch lever the receivers. Dirt, dust, or other contaminants will open.
Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows Installing the Roof Panel 1. Shift an automatic transmission the pins at the rear of the roof into P (Park). Shift a manual panel inside the openings in transmission into 1 (First) or the rear overhead weatherstrip. Warning R (Reverse).
Page 50: Convertible Top
Keys, Doors, and Windows Caution (Continued) Caution covered by the vehicle warranty. Follow these guidelines when Do not use glass cleaner on the operating the convertible top or painted roof panel. damage can occur: Remove all items from the roof, trunk lid, or tonneau When cleaning, removing, and/or cover before operating.
Page 51 Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. When possible, operate the 6. After the convertible top is Caution (Continued) convertible top when the completely open, a chime vehicle is stopped. The top can sounds and a DIC message time without starting the be operated while driving displays.
Page 52 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the top still stops opening try the 2. Remove all objects from the following: top of the tonneau cover and forward of the partition. Place Move closer to the vehicle. the partition in the rear storage area in the upright position.
Page 53 Keys, Doors, and Windows Troubleshooting If the top has recently been Do not try to start the vehicle cycled repeatedly or left in an while opening the top with the Check the following if the intermediate state, it will be RKE transmitter.
Page 54 Keys, Doors, and Windows Partial Top Cycling If the tonneau cover is not secured and latched, and the vehicle is If the convertible top operation is moving above 10 km/h (6 mph), the stopped before completion, the top tonneau cover may automatically will temporarily hold its position.
Page 55 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Lift and pivot the convertible To protect the convertible top: top rearward into the fully Make sure the convertible top is stowed position. completely dry before lowering it. If the convertible top does not Do not get any cleaner on the operate after this adjustment, close vehicle's painted finish;...
Page 56: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Airbag System Head Restraints Airbag System ....67 Restraints The vehicle's front seats have head Where Are the Airbags? ..68 restraints in the outboard seating When Should an Airbag positions that cannot be adjusted.
Page 57: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Front Seats To adjust the seat: If a seat is folded forward, all rearward or downward seat Move the seat forward or movement will stop. Normal Power Seat Adjustment rearward by sliding the control operation will resume when the seat forward or rearward.
Page 58: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks Storing Memory Positions Warning (Continued) To store positions to the 1 and 2 buttons: For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the 1. Place the ignition in ON/RUN/ seatback upright. Then sit well START or ACC/ACCESSORY.
Page 59 Seats and Restraints RKE transmitters are not labeled Seat Travel Limit 1, 2, or before the stored with a number. If your memory seat positions are reached stops the If the seat is folded forward or position is stored to 1 or 2 but this recall.
Page 60: Seatback Latches
Seats and Restraints If recalling the exit position, Heated and Ventilated Warning press and hold the appropriate Front Seats manual control for the exit If either seatback is not locked, it feature not recalling for could move forward in a sudden Warning two seconds.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The indicator lights show three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.
Page 62: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints The heated or ventilated seat Safety Belts Warning (Continued) indicator lights do not turn on during This section of the manual a remote start. passengers to ride in any area of describes how to use safety belts The temperature performance of an the vehicle that is not equipped properly.
Page 63: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear safety to buckle up. Statistics show that vehicle stops suddenly, you keep unbelted people are hurt more often belts?
Page 64: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints Wear the lap part of the belt low Warning (Continued) and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, Never wear the shoulder this applies force to the strong belt under both arms or pelvic bones and you would be behind your back.
Page 65 Seats and Restraints 2. Adjust the seat, if the seat is locking feature may be adjustable, so you can sit up engaged. If this happens, let straight. To see how, see the belt go back all the way Seats in the Index. and start again.
Page 66: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints Before a door is closed, be sure the Safety Belt Use During that the fetus will not be hurt in a safety belt is out of the way. If a crash. For pregnant women, as for Pregnancy door is slammed against a safety anyone, the key to making safety belt, damage can occur to both the...
Page 67: Safety Belt Care
Seats and Restraints anchorages are all working properly. Replacing Safety Belt New parts and repairs may be Look for any other loose or necessary even if the safety belt System Parts after a damaged safety belt system parts system was not being used at the Crash that might keep a safety belt system time of the crash.
Page 68: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints Airbag System are also designed to help reduce Warning (Continued) the risk of injury from the force of an The vehicle has the following inflating bag, all airbags must inflate vehicle should wear a safety belt airbags: very quickly to do their job.
Page 69: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints There is an airbag readiness light Warning (Continued) on the instrument cluster which shows the airbag symbol. you are sitting well back and The system checks the airbag upright in the seat with both feet electrical system for malfunctions. on the floor.
Page 70: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints severity of the impact. Deployment Warning (Continued) thresholds can vary with specific vehicle design. clear. Do not put anything Frontal airbags are designed to between an occupant and an inflate in moderate to severe frontal airbag, and do not attach or put or near frontal crashes to help anything on the steering wheel reduce the potential for severe...
Page 71: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints In addition, the vehicle has of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, What Will You See after advanced technology frontal and related hardware are all part of an Airbag Inflates? airbags. Advanced technology the airbag module. frontal airbags adjust the restraint After the frontal and seat-mounted For airbag locations, see Where Are according to crash severity.
Page 72: Passenger Sensing System
Seats and Restraints airbag system will not be there Warning (Continued) Warning to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include for people with a history of A crash severe enough to inflate airbag modules and possibly asthma or other breathing trouble.
Page 73 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system will Warning turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under A child in a rear-facing child certain conditions. No other airbag restraint can be seriously injured is affected by the passenger or killed if the passenger frontal sensing system.
Page 74 Seats and Restraints as a reminder that the airbag is off. Warning (Continued) Warning See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 105. the front outboard passenger If the airbag readiness light ever The passenger sensing system is seat, always move the seat as far comes on and stays on, it means designed to turn on the front back as it will go.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3. Remove any additional items 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an from the seat such as blankets, restraint and restarting the Adult-Sized Occupant cushions, seat covers, seat vehicle, the on indicator is still heaters, or seat massagers.
Page 76 Seats and Restraints 2. Remove any additional material A thick layer of additional material, Warning from the seat, such as such as a blanket or cushion, blankets, cushions, seat or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger covers, seat heaters, or seat seat covers, seat heaters, and seat airbag is turned off for an massagers.
Page 77: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
Seats and Restraints Your dealer and the service manual Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) have information about the location of the airbag sensors, sensing and seatback may interfere with the are close to an airbag when it diagnostic module, and airbag proper operation of the passenger inflates.
Page 78: Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints If you have to modify your vehicle If an airbag inflates, you will need to Caution (Continued) because you have a disability and replace airbag system parts. See you have questions about whether your dealer for service. covering and/or airbag module the modifications will affect the If the airbag readiness light stays on...
Page 79: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Sit all the way back on the seat. It should never be worn over the Do the knees bend at the seat abdomen, which could cause edge? If yes, continue. If no, severe or even fatal internal Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 80: Infants And Young Children
Seats and Restraints restraints. In fact, the law in every Warning (Continued) state in the United States and in every Canadian province says That could cause serious or fatal children up to some age must be injuries. The shoulder belt should restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 81 Seats and Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.
Page 82: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints restraint will have a label saying Child Restraint Systems Warning that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. A young child's hip bones are still The restraint manufacturer so small that the vehicle's regular instructions that come with the safety belt may not remain low on restraint state the weight and the hip bones, as it should.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats...
Page 84: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Seats and Restraints Keep in mind that an unsecured Securing the Child Within the Some child restraints with a top child restraint can move around in a tether are designed to be used Child Restraint collision or sudden stop and injure whether the top tether is anchored people in the vehicle.
Page 85: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints Rear-facing child restraints should Warning (Continued) not be installed in the vehicle, even This vehicle has airbags. In if the airbag is off. child restraint can be seriously addition, the vehicle has a Do not secure a child seat in a injured or killed if the front passenger sensing system which is position without a top tether anchor...
Page 86 Seats and Restraints lit when you start the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 105. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. Remove the safety belt from the guide by sliding the webbing through the opening on the guide. Do not secure the child restraint with the safety belt routed through the guide.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 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. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of...
Page 88: Storage
Storage Storage Storage There is a USB port in the upper left hand corner. See Audio Players in Compartments the infotainment manual. Storage Compartments Press the button again to raise the Warning display and close the storage area. Storage Compartments ..87 Instrument Panel Storage .
Page 89: Cupholders
Storage To open, press the button. Rear Storage Rear Trunk Partition If equipped, the glove box locks If equipped with a convertible top, when Valet Mode is enabled. See Caution there is a trunk partition to keep Vehicle Personalization 0 130. cargo from getting in the way of the Do not store heavy or sharp convertible top.
Page 90: Center Console Storage
Storage The trunk partition is a flat carpeted Center Console Storage Additional Storage board with a horizontal flap that can Features be attached to the top of the trunk to Caution provide additional storage space. Cargo Cover The area inside the console can get hot.
Page 91: Convenience Net
Storage Attach the elastic loops on the four Do not use the cargo cover hooks corners of the cargo cover to the and tie-downs to secure anything hooks on the front and rear corners but the cargo cover. They are not of the hatch.
Page 92: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Charging System Light ..106 Information Displays Malfunction Indicator Lamp Driver Information Controls (Check Engine Light) ..106 Center (DIC) ....113 Brake System Warning Head-Up Display (HUD) .
Page 93: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Reminder Controls Steering Wheel Controls Messages ....129 The infotainment system can be Vehicle Speed Messages ..130 Steering Wheel operated by using the steering Washer Fluid Messages .
Page 94: Compass
Instruments and Controls HI : Use for fast wipes. If the windshield wiper lever is then (Windshield Washer) : Pull moved to OFF before the driver the windshield wiper lever toward LO : Use for slow wipes. door is opened or within 10 minutes, you to spray washer fluid and the wipers will restart and move to activate the wipers.
Page 95: Clock
Instruments and Controls GPS signal is restored and provide If auto timing is set, the time Power Outlets a heading again. See Compass displayed on the clock may not Use the accessory power outlet to Messages 0 121 for the messages update immediately when driving plug in electrical equipment, such as that may be displayed for the...
Page 96: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls OFF. Use this power outlet for Certain electrical accessories may Warning Lights, plugging in the battery maintainer, not be compatible with the Gauges, and if equipped. accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses. Indicators If a problem is experienced, see Warning your dealer.
Page 97: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Sport Theme Shown, Metric and Other Themes Similar...
Page 98 Instruments and Controls English Z06 Sport Theme Shown, Metric and Other Themes Similar...
Page 99 Instruments and Controls Reconfigurable Instrument Includes a circular tachometer centered in the display. The DIC is Cluster contained within the tachometer There are four instrument cluster ring. Additionally, there are two display configurations to choose configurable pocket gauges in the from: Link to Drive Mode, Sport, lower left and right corners.
Page 100 Instruments and Controls Navigation (If Equipped) end speeds have been entered, press to set the Sport display to Settings the set speeds and the performance Performance timer is ready to use. On the next acceleration, the performance time Press SEL to enter the Performance will record the time.
Page 101 Instruments and Controls Oil Temperature : Shows the medium, and high. See Limited-Slip last route and turn the voice current oil temperature in either Differential (Except Z51 and Z06) prompts on/off. If there is an active degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees 0 201 or Limited-Slip Differential route, press SEL to cancel route Fahrenheit (°F).
Page 102: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls this feature can be turned off by Odometer Caution (Continued) pressing SEL while viewing this The odometer shows how far the page. If the selected speed limit is by the vehicle warranty. Do not vehicle has been driven, in either exceeded, a pop-up warning is operate the engine with the rpm s kilometers or miles.
Page 103: Boost Gauge
Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some Boost Gauge owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
Page 104: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge English English This gauge indicates vacuum during This gauge shows the engine light to moderate throttle and boost coolant temperature. Metric under heavier throttle. If the gauge pointer moves to the It displays the air pressure level in high end, the engine is too hot.
Page 105: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder the object from the seat or buckle There is a passenger safety belt Light the safety belt.
Page 106: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is Warning lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front If the airbag readiness light stays outboard passenger frontal airbag is on after the vehicle is started or allowed to inflate.
Page 107: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls Charging System Light Malfunction Indicator Caution Lamp (Check Engine If the vehicle is driven continually Light) with this light on, the emission This light is part of the vehicle s control system may not work as emission control on-board well, the fuel economy may be diagnostic system.
Page 108 Instruments and Controls If the light is flashing : A The diagnostic system can malfunction has been detected that detect if the adapter has been could damage the emission control left installed in the vehicle, system and increase vehicle allowing fuel to evaporate into emissions.
Page 109: Electric Parking Brake Light
Instruments and Controls before the system is ready for This light should come on briefly Electric Parking Brake inspection. This can happen if when the engine is started. If it does Light the 12-volt battery has recently not come on then, have it fixed so it been replaced or run down, or if will be ready to warn you if there is the vehicle has been recently...
Page 110: Service Electric Parking Brake
Instruments and Controls Service Electric Parking Antilock Brake System If both the ABS and the brake system warning light are on, the Brake Light (ABS) Warning Light vehicle's antilock brakes are not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See your dealer for service.
Page 111: Traction Off Light
Instruments and Controls Traction Off Light Traction Control System Electronic Stability (TCS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Light Control Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, This light comes on briefly while have the vehicle serviced by your starting the engine.
Page 112: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant The engine coolant temperature inflate the tires to the pressure value warning light comes on when the shown on the Tire and Loading Temperature Warning engine has overheated. Information label. See Tire Light Pressure 0 262. If this happens, pull over and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 113: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls Low Fuel Warning Light serviced by your dealer. If the Caution (Continued) system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. and the oil pressure is still low, If the light stays on and the engine have the vehicle serviced. Always does not start, there could be a follow the maintenance schedule problem with the theft-deterrent...
Page 114: Lamps On Reminder
Instruments and Controls Lamps On Reminder Door Ajar Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays are shown in the center of the instrument cluster in the Info application. See Instrument Cluster 0 96. The Info application is This light comes on when the This light comes on when a door is only available when the vehicle is in...
Page 115 Instruments and Controls Average Fuel Economy displays the vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel : Press to open approximate average liters per range estimate is based on an application menus on the left. Press 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles average of the vehicle's fuel to open interaction menus on the per gallon (mpg).
Page 116: Head-Up Display (Hud)
Instruments and Controls as possible. See Engine Oil 0 223. Best Average Fuel Economy : This display may also show the In addition to the engine oil life Displays the average fuel economy, number of cylinders the vehicle is system monitoring the oil life, the best fuel economy over the running on.
Page 117 Instruments and Controls If equipped with HUD, some The HUD may display different Upcoming Maneuver from information concerning the alerts and information for vehicles OnBoard Navigation operation of the vehicle is projected equipped with these features: Upcoming Maneuver from onto the windshield. Speedometer OnStar The HUD information appears as an...
Page 118 Instruments and Controls Display Views (Image Adjustment) : Press down or lift up to adjust the vertical There are several HUD views that position of the HUD image in the can be displayed: windshield. (Display View) : Press to select the display view. Each press English will cause the display view to change to the next view.
Page 119 Instruments and Controls content displayed depends on which feature is currently in use in the instrument cluster. See Instrument Cluster 0 96. Interrupts The interrupt information temporarily Metric Metric displays in any HUD view. Once Track : Displays the vehicle speed, Audio : May display when a new displayed, HUD returns to the a linear tachometer, gear position,...
Page 120 Instruments and Controls pending. It appears until the HUD Troubleshooting maneuver is complete and then the Check that: HUD display returns to the Nothing is covering the previous view. HUD lens. HUD brightness setting is not English too dim or too bright. HUD is adjusted to the proper height.
Page 121: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages Charging Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message is displayed when the some action that may be needed to brake fluid level is low.
Page 122: Compass Messages
Instruments and Controls STEP ON BRAKE TO BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW make sure that all objects are clear of the path of the top system RELEASE PARK BRAKE TOP DISABLED components. This message is displayed if you This message displays when the ONLY MANUAL OPERATION attempt to release the Electric battery voltage is too low to operate...
Page 123: Cruise Control Messages
Instruments and Controls vehicle to a warmer location and TOP SYSTEM OVERHEATED, Door Ajar Messages wait for the vehicle temperature to PLEASE WAIT DOOR OPEN rise. This may take several hours This message displays and a sound depending on the initial vehicle A door open symbol will display on will be heard when the power temperature and the temperature of...
Page 124: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED ENGINE OIL HOT, IDLE TURN VEHICLE OFF ENGINE Messages This message displays and a This message displays when the A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH continuous chime sounds if the engine oil temperature is too hot. ENGINE TEMP engine cooling system reaches Stop and allow the vehicle to idle...
Page 125: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls UPSHIFT NOW, ENGINE Fuel System Messages transmitter battery may be weak. See Starting the Vehicle with a Low PROTECTION ACTIVE FUEL LEVEL LOW Transmitter Battery under Remote This message indicates the engine Keyless Entry (RKE) System This message displays when the controls have taken action to Operation 0 26.
Page 126: Lamp Messages
Instruments and Controls Lamp Messages mode. Adjust your driving available when this mode is accordingly. See Competitive selected. In this mode the Traction AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL Control and Stability Control Driving Mode 0 198, including the ON/OFF Launch Control information. systems are available but intended for use on wet race track conditions.
Page 127 Instruments and Controls mode is available only on PERFORMANCE TRACTION PERFORMANCE TRACTION Z06 models and models with FE4. SPORT 2 ACTIVE RACE ACTIVE HANDLING OFF See Performance Traction HANDLING OFF This message displays and a sound Management and Launch Control will be heard when this Performance This message displays and a sound under Competitive Driving Mode...
Page 128: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls aggressive driving, and sharp SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM warning to the driver that the vehicle cornering. The system could be handling may be affected. Have the If this message displays when you overheated. Allow the system to vehicle serviced by your dealer as are driving, there is a problem with cool.
Page 129: Starting The Vehicle
Instruments and Controls SERVICE POWER STEERING SERVICE VEHICLE SOON Tire Messages This message displays and a chime This message is displayed if there is SERVICE TIRE MONITOR may sound when there may be a a problem with the vehicle. Take the SYSTEM problem with the power steering vehicle to your dealer for service.
Page 130: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls If a tire pressure message appears SERVICE TRANSMISSION allow the transmission to cool. This on the DIC, stop as soon as message clears when the fluid This message displays if there is a possible. Inflate the tires by adding temperature reaches a safe level.
Page 131: Vehicle Speed Messages
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Speed Messages Window Messages Vehicle Personalization SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ PASSENGER WINDOW This message is displayed when the Use the audio system controls to vehicle speed is greater than the access the personalization menus This message is displayed when the speed warning speed.
Page 132 Instruments and Controls Personalization Menus Driving Mode Valet Mode (If Equipped) The following list of menu items may Select and the following may This will lock the infotainment be available: display: system and steering wheel controls. It may also limit access to vehicle Time and Date Engine Sound Management storage locations (if equipped).
Page 133 Instruments and Controls Manage Favorites Maximum Start Up Volume Auto Fan Max Speed This allows favorites to be edited. This feature sets the maximum This feature will set the maximum See Manage Favorites in startup volume. If the vehicle is auto fan speed.
Page 134 Instruments and Controls Auto Memory Recall Auto Door Unlock Lighting This feature automatically recalls Select and the following may Delayed Door Lock the current driver s previously stored display: Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout 1 or 2 button positions when Vehicle Locator Lights entering the vehicle.
Page 135 Instruments and Controls Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Passive Door Lock Remote Door Unlock Select and the following may This allows selection of which doors This feature can be turned on, off, display: or select feedback. See Remote will unlock when pressing on the Keyless Entry (RKE) System RKE transmitter.
Page 136 Instruments and Controls Device Management Apple CarPlay Select Off or On. Select to connect to a different This feature allows Apple devices to Manage Android Auto Devices phone source, disconnect a phone, be connected to the infotainment Select to manage Android devices. or delete a phone.
Page 137 Instruments and Controls Audio Feedback Speed Rear Camera Clear All Private Data This feature adjusts the audio This allows selection to clear all Select and the following may feedback speed. private information from the vehicle. display: Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. Select Delete or Cancel.
Page 138: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls Universal Remote This system can replace up to three To program a garage door opener, remote control transmitters used to park outside directly in line with and System activate devices such as garage facing the garage door opener door openers, security systems, and receiver.
Page 139 Instruments and Controls transmitter was supplied by the programming is complete. manufacturer of the garage There is no need to door opener receiver. complete Steps 4 6. 2. At the same time, press and If the indicator light does hold both the hand-held not come on or the garage transmitter button and one of door does not move, a...
Page 140: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls press and hold the same If the programming did not work, Erasing Universal Remote button a second time for replace Step 2 under Programming System Buttons two seconds, then release it. the Universal Remote System with Erase all programmed buttons when Again, if the door does not the following: vehicle ownership is terminated.
Page 141: Lighting
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting To reset to AUTO mode, turn the control to and then release back to AUTO. Automatic mode also Exterior Lamp Controls resets when the vehicle is turned off Exterior Lighting and then back on again if the control Exterior Lamp Controls .
Page 142: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting Headlamp High/ Daytime Running When it is bright enough outside, the regular lamps go off, and the Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) front DRL will take over. If the Push the turn signal lever away DRL can make it easier for others to vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system from you and release to turn the...
Page 143: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior There is a light sensor on top of the The automatic headlamp system lamp control to the off position or instrument panel. Do not cover the turns off when the exterior lamp shift into P (Park).
Page 144: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting lamps to turn on depends on the The hazard warning flashers work turn signal flashes three times. wiper speed. When the wipers are no matter what mode the ignition is If more flashes are desired, turned off, the lamps turn off. To in, even if the ignition is turned off.
Page 145: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting The rear compartment lights only Lighting Features come on when the rear compartment is opened. Instrument Panel Entry Lighting To turn the courtesy lamps on or off, Illumination Control Some exterior lamps turn on briefly turn the instrument panel brightness at night, or in areas with limited knob completely clockwise or lighting, when...
Page 146: Exit Lighting
Lighting Exit Lighting Exterior Lighting Battery Saver Some exterior lamps come on at night, or in areas with limited The exterior lamps turn off about lighting, when the driver door is 10 minutes after the ignition is opened after the ignition is turned turned off, if the parking lamps or off.
Page 147: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction Performance Data Recorder (PDR) System Infotainment If equipped, the PDR icon displays See the infotainment manual for on the Home screen. information on the radio, audio Introduction The PDR records video, audio, and players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment .
Page 148 Infotainment System Touch the PDR icon to access the To delete a recording, go to the PDR menu. The options Recorded Sessions menu and touch displayed are: next to the item. See Recorded Sessions later in this section. Start Recording The elapsed time will show when recording.
Page 149 Infotainment System A list of recordings displays. Delete Recording : Touch to delete the video. A confirmation screen Select the recording to start displays. Touch Yes to delete or No playback. to cancel. Touch next to an item to delete Pause/Play : Touch to play or that recording.
Page 150 Infotainment System Track Transmission State (Current GPS Tracking Map: Shows the Gear): Automatic transmissions vehicle s current position relative Performance Timing display PRDN. D can change to to a known route. No Overlay: D1, D2, etc. When an automatic Engine Rotations Per Minute transmission is in manual shift No vehicle data displays on top of (RPMs): The vertical line and...
Page 151 Infotainment System steering. The numerical steering Displays these vehicle metrics: If the recorded session was angle displays below the recorded while the system was in Vehicle Speed: Same as Sport. graphic. Valet Mode, the file name will Engine Rotations Per Minute display the mode, date, and length Active Handling Active Indicator: (RPMs): Same as Sport.
Page 152 Infotainment System Valet Mode Recording : Allows recording preferences to be selected. It is recommended that a blank SD card be used. Available choices are: Automatically record when in Valet Mode: Enables the PDR to begin recording as soon as the vehicle is in Valet Mode.
Page 153: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with Control System ... . . 152 this system.
Page 154 Climate Controls When the AUTO indicator light is Turn the knob clockwise or on, the system is in full automatic counterclockwise to increase or operation. If the air delivery mode or decrease the driver temperature fan setting is manually adjusted or setting.
Page 155 Climate Controls or reduce the entry of outside air A/C (Air Conditioning) : Press to (Vent) : Air is directed to the turn the air conditioning on or off. and odors. Recirculation mode is instrument panel outlets. not available in defrost or If the fan is turned off, the air (Floor) : Air is directed to the conditioner will not run and the...
Page 156 Climate Controls If equipped with heated outside Remote Start Climate Control The climate control system uses the rearview mirrors, they turn on with Operation (If Equipped) : If remote sensor information to adjust the the rear window defogger and help start is used to start the vehicle, the temperature, fan speed, to clear fog or frost from the surface...
Page 157: Air Vents
Climate Controls Air Vents Maintenance The passenger compartment air filter is on the passenger side of the Use the tab on the air outlets to engine compartment near the Passenger Compartment change the direction of the airflow. coolant surge tank. See Engine Air Filter Compartment Overview 0 218.
Page 158 Climate Controls 3. Remove the filter and install the new air filter. 4. Replace the filter cover. 5. Attach the retainer clips.
Page 159: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting out of Park ... 180 Limited-Slip Differential Parking (Manual (Except Z51 and Z06) ..201 Operating Transmission) ....180 Limited-Slip Differential Parking over Things (Z51 and Z06 Only) .
Page 160: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle Refer to the infotainment manual for features before driving, such as more information on using that programming favorite radio system and the navigation system, Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate if equipped, including pairing and control and seat settings.
Page 161: Control Of A Vehicle
Driving and Operating Average driver reaction time is Steering Warning about three-quarters of a second. In Electric Power Steering that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m The vehicle has electric power dangerous.
Page 162: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Take curves at a reasonable speed. Loss of Control Reduce speed before entering a Skidding curve. There are three types of skids that Maintain a reasonable steady correspond to the vehicle's three speed through the curve.
Page 163: Track Events And Competitive
Driving and Operating The vehicle may straighten out. Track Events and Engine Oil Be ready for a second skid if it Competitive Driving occurs. Caution Participating in track events or other Slow down and adjust your competitive driving without following If the vehicle is used for track driving according to weather the instructions provided may affect...
Page 164 Driving and Operating range on the engine oil dipstick. performance brake fluid is used, Wheel Alignment After the competitive driving, replace it with GM approved brake remove excess oil so that the level fluid before driving on public roads. Caution on the dipstick is not above the If high performance brake fluid is in upper mark that shows the proper...
Page 165 Driving and Operating Toe: 0.05 degrees toe in competitive driving event, and then If the vehicle has the Z51 after every 24 hours of racing or Performance Package and Rear (per corner) competitive driving. See equipped with a one piece brake Caster: 0 degrees Recommended Fluids and rotor, a cooling ring is not required.
Page 166 Driving and Operating 4. Place the rotor ring in the gap 8. Bend the twisted wire so it is Caution between the rotor brake plate flush with the inside of the rotor and rotor hat, with the holes on ring to prevent contact with the Performing the brake burnish each side of the rotor spoke on caliper or brake hoses.
Page 167 Driving and Operating When this procedure is performed 2. Repeatedly apply the brakes Street High Performance Brake as instructed, it will not damage the from 100 km/h (60 mph) to Burnishing Procedure (Z06 with brakes. The brake pads will smoke 25 km/h (15 mph) while Z07 Performance Package or Z06 with J57 Ceramic Brakes)
Page 168 Driving and Operating Racing/Track Brake Burnishing 3. Drive Lap 4 near full speed, Warning Procedure (Z06 with Z07 while allowing for reduced Performance Package or Z06 with brake output and increased Changing the following track J57 Ceramic Brakes) stopping distance due to settings could reduce tire traction brake fade.
Page 169: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating spoiler is delivered but not installed. Other Rainy Weather Tips Warning (Continued) This is intended to be installed for Besides slowing down, other wet track use only. weather driving tips include: Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Driving through Driving on Wet Roads Allow extra following distance.
Page 170: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Be alert on top of hills; The Antilock Brake System Warning something could be in your lane (ABS) improves vehicle stability (e.g., stalled car, accident). during hard stops, but the Using the brakes to slow the brakes should be applied sooner Pay attention to special road vehicle on a long downhill slope than when on dry pavement.
Page 171: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating Turn on the hazard warning If the Vehicle Is Stuck Warning (Continued) flashers. Slowly and cautiously spin the Tie a red cloth to an outside Adjust the climate control wheels to free the vehicle when mirror. system to circulate the air stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 172: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get includes the weight of all Tire and Loading Information Label it Out occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Turn the steering wheel left and Two labels on the vehicle may right to clear the area around the show how much weight it may front wheels.
Page 173 Driving and Operating For more information on tires Subtract the combined your vehicle. Consult this and inflation see Tires 0 254 manual to determine how weight of the driver and and Tire Pressure 0 262. this reduces the available passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
Page 174 Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label Example 2 Example 3 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 181 kg Example 3 = 181 kg (400 lbs) (400 lbs) 2.
Page 175: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating Starting and Caution Warning (Continued) Operating Overloading the vehicle may Do not leave an cause damage. Repairs would not unsecured child restraint New Vehicle Break-In be covered by the vehicle in your vehicle. Follow these recommended warranty. Do not overload the When you carry guidelines during the first 2 414 km vehicle.
Page 176: Front Air Dam
Driving and Operating Avoid driving at any one Front Air Dam Warning constant speed, fast or slow, If equipped, the front air dam has including the use of cruise The exposed edges of carbon minimal ground clearance. control. fiber parts can be sharp when Under normal operation, the Avoid downshifting to brake or damaged.
Page 177 Driving and Operating The vehicle has an electronic If the vehicle is in P (Park), the 1. Brake using a firm and steady keyless ignition with pushbutton ignition will turn off, and Retained pressure. Do not pump the start. Accessory Power (RAP) will remain brakes repeatedly.
Page 178: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, Service Only Mode Caution (Continued) and must be shut off while driving, This power mode is available for press and hold the ENGINE START/ service and diagnostics, and to covered by the vehicle warranty. STOP button for longer than verify the proper operation of the See Add-On Electrical...
Page 179 Driving and Operating Cell phone chargers can interfere See Starting the Vehicle with a be flooded with too much with the operation of the Keyless Low Transmitter Battery under gasoline. Try pushing the Access system. Battery chargers Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) accelerator pedal all the way to should not be plugged in when System Operation 0 26.
Page 180: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating Stopping the Engine Retained Accessory Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running (Automatic Power (RAP) If the vehicle has an automatic Transmission) transmission, move the shift lever to These vehicle accessories can be P (Park) and press and hold the used for up to 10 minutes after the ENGINE START/STOP button on Warning...
Page 181: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating you leave it. After you have moved If torque lock does occur, you may If you still are unable to shift out of the shift lever into P (Park), hold need to have another vehicle push P (Park): down the regular brake pedal.
Page 182: Parking Over Things
Driving and Operating Parking over Things When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust as cruising at a constant vehicle That Burn speed, the system will operate in Warning the half cylinder mode, allowing the Warning vehicle to achieve better fuel Engine exhaust contains carbon economy.
Page 183: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not running, follow the proper steps to completely sealed.
Page 184 Driving and Operating P (Park) as brake application is Warning Warning maintained. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever It is dangerous to get out of the Shifting into a drive gear while the into another gear. See Shifting out vehicle if the shift lever is not fully engine is running at high speed is of Park 0 180.
Page 185: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating D : This position is for normal Manual Mode driving. It provides the best fuel Manual Paddle Shift economy. If more power is needed for passing, push the pedal down to achieve the desired level of acceleration. Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding.
Page 186 Driving and Operating select 1 (First) gear as the vehicle When a requested shift is denied stops. From a stop, the vehicle will due to the speed restrictions shown, start from and hold 1 (First) gear a DIC message will be displayed, unless the manual paddle shifts are and the current gear remains used to shift into a different gear,...
Page 187 Driving and Operating Upshifts to 8 (Eighth) gear Upshifts to 4 (Fourth) gear Into 4 (Fourth) gear over require approximately 95 km/h require approximately 34 km/h 161 km/h (100 mph). (59 mph). (21 mph). Into 3 (Third) gear over 131 km/h To prevent damage to the Upshifts to 5 (Fifth) gear require (93 mph).
Page 188: Manual Transmission
Driving and Operating Manual Transmission 2 : Press the clutch pedal while The vehicle can be safely shifted letting up on the accelerator pedal into R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph). and shift into 2 (Second). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as If the vehicle is going faster than the accelerator pedal is pressed.
Page 189: Active Rev Match
Driving and Operating See Transmission Messages 0 129. The transmission has a spring that speed to match a calibrated value centers the shift lever near 3 (Third) based on gear selection. On Downshifting upshifts and downshifts, engine and 4 (Fourth). This spring helps to know what gear the shift lever is in speed will be increased and Do not downshift into the gear at a...
Page 190: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating ARM will also: Brakes Be active above 14 km/h (9 mph). Antilock Brake System (ABS) Match engine speed up to 5400 rpm. This vehicle has ABS, an advanced Not operate when the A gear indicator in the instrument electronic braking system that helps accelerator pedal is applied.
Page 191: Electric Parking Brake
Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it Using ABS The vehicle has an Electric Parking becomes necessary to slam on the Brake (EPB). The switch is on the Do not pump the brakes. Just hold brakes and continue braking to center console.
Page 192 Driving and Operating 2. Lift up the EPB switch held up. If the switch is held up until and holding it down. Continue to momentarily. the vehicle comes to a stop, the hold the switch until the red parking EPB will remain applied. brake status light is off.
Page 193: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating accelerator pedals in preparation for Minor brake pedal pulsation or Ride Control Systems starting the vehicle moving in the pedal movement during this time is intended direction. In this case, normal and the driver should Traction Control/ there is no need to push the switch continue to apply the brake pedal as Electronic Stability...
Page 194 Driving and Operating If cruise control is being used when The indicator light for both systems Drive the vehicle. If comes on TCS begins to limit wheel spin, the is in the instrument cluster. This and stays on, the vehicle may need cruise control will automatically light will: more time to diagnose the problem.
Page 195: Driver Mode Control
Driving and Operating To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on Driver Mode Control Caution again, press and release the button. The Traction Off light Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is StabiliTrak OFF light in the off. The vehicle driveline could be instrument cluster turn off.
Page 196 Driving and Operating Press the button in the center of the There are 12 attributes that vary by knob for Stability Control and mode shown below. Not all vehicles Traction Control, or if the vehicle is have all features, depending on the in Track mode with Performance vehicle options.
Page 197 Driving and Operating Modes: WEATHER TOUR SPORT TRACK Default Cluster Display Tour Tour Tour Sport Track Throttle Progression Weather Normal Normal Sport Track Trans Shift Mode (if equipped) Normal Normal Normal Sport Track Active Fuel Management Normal Normal Normal Normal Exhaust Mode Tour Sport...
Page 198 Driving and Operating Throttle Progression Active Fuel Management (engine Magnetic Ride Control (if cylinder shuts off) equipped) Adjusts throttle sensitivity by 4-Cylinder Mode selecting how quick or slow the Adjusts the shock dampening throttle reacts to input. Normal with automatic firmness based on driving transmission: The engine uses conditions to improve comfort and...
Page 199: Competitive Driving Mode
Driving and Operating Competitive Driving Mode Caution (Continued) If equipped, Competitive Driving caused by misuse of the vehicle Mode, Performance Traction is not covered by the vehicle Management, and Launch Control warranty. Do not attempt to shift are systems designed to allow increased performance while when the drive wheels do not These lights are on when the...
Page 200 Driving and Operating MODE displays in the Driver To select this optional handling The PTM system contains five Information Center (DIC). See Ride mode, the vehicle mode must be modes. These modes are selected Control System Messages 0 125. by turning the Selective Ride Track.
Page 201 Driving and Operating Dry conditions only. PERF TRAC 5 RACE ACTIVE vehicle acceleration in a straight line. Launch Control is a form of HANDLING OFF StabiliTrak is on and engine traction control that manages tire power is slightly reduced. For use by experienced drivers spin while launching the vehicle.
Page 202: Limited-Slip Differential (Except Z51 And Z06)
Driving and Operating Manual Transmissions The Launch Control feature will Limited-Slip Differential initially limit engine speed as the (Except Z51 and Z06) The clutch is pressed and the driver rapidly applies the accelerator vehicle is in 1 (First) gear. pedal to wide open throttle. Allow If equipped, the mechanical The accelerator pedal is rapidly the engine rpm to stabilize.
Page 203: (Z51 And Z06 Only)
Driving and Operating Limited-Slip Differential Cruise Control If the Traction Control System (TCS) begins to limit wheel spin while you (Z51 and Z06 Only) With cruise control, a speed of are using cruise control, the cruise about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more If equipped, the Electronic control automatically disengages.
Page 204 Driving and Operating RES/+ (Resume/Accelerate) : If 4. Remove foot from the To increase vehicle speed in there is a set speed in memory, accelerator. small increments, briefly press press briefly to resume to that RES/+. For each press, the The cruise control indicator on the speed or press and hold to vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h...
Page 205 Driving and Operating Passing Another Vehicle While Cruise Control in Manual Paddle gear for the terrain or select D Using Cruise Control Shift Gear Selection (Drive) on the shift lever for full automatic transmission Use the accelerator pedal to When the vehicle is in M (Manual operation.
Page 206: Driver Assistance Systems
Driving and Operating Driver Assistance Systems Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera (RVC) and Curb View Camera may help the driver park or avoid objects. Always check around the vehicle when parking or backing. The camera is above the license Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 1.
Page 207: Fuel
Driving and Operating Curb View Camera Fuel Warning Use of the recommended fuel is an The camera(s) do not display important part of the proper children, pedestrians, bicyclists, maintenance of this vehicle. When crossing traffic, animals, or any driving in the U.S. and Canada, to other object outside of the help keep the engine clean and cameras field of view, below the...
Page 208: Requirements
Driving and Operating 87 octane or higher can be used, starting could be affected. Drive the Some gasolines, mainly high octane but acceleration and fuel economy vehicle until the fuel is at one-half racing gasolines, can contain an will be reduced, and an audible tank or less, then refuel with the octane-enhancing additive called knocking noise may be heard.
Page 209: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Driving and Operating vehicle may not pass a smog-check Fuel Additives Warning (Continued) test. See Malfunction Indicator To keep fuel systems clean, TOP Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 106. Turn off the engine when TIER Detergent Gasoline is If this occurs, return to your refueling.
Page 210 Driving and Operating Warning Warning (Continued) Overfilling the fuel tank by more shutting off the pump or by than three clicks of a standard fill notifying the station attendant. nozzle may cause: Leave the area immediately. Vehicle performance issues, including engine stalling and Filling the Tank With a Portable damage to the fuel system.
Page 211: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Warning Warning (Continued) General Towing Attempting to refuel without using Use approved fuel containers. the funnel adapter may cause fuel Information spillage and damage the capless Remove the container from The vehicle is neither designed nor fuel system.
Page 212: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating Conversions and Caution Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause Add-On Electrical components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check Warning with your dealer before adding electrical equipment.
Page 213: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care Vehicle Care Washer Fluid ....238 Wheels and Tires Brakes ..... . . 239 Tires .
Page 214: General Information
Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat ... . 275 General Information harm. Engine exhaust, many parts Tire Sealant and and systems, many fluids, and For service and parts needs, visit Compressor Kit .
Page 215: Lifting The Vehicle
Vehicle Care airbags, braking, stability, ride and Also, see Adding Equipment to the Warning handling, emissions systems, Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 76. aerodynamics, durability, and Getting under a vehicle when it is Lifting the Vehicle electronic systems like antilock lifted on a jack is dangerous. brakes, traction control, and stability If the vehicle slips off the jack, control.
Page 216 Lift only in the areas shown in the following illustrations. For additional information, see your dealer and the Chevrolet Corvette service manual. Use only a service jack with a lifting pad diameter of 64 mm (2.5 in) or...
Page 217: Vehicle Checks
Vehicle Care Lifting from the Rear Cradle Lifting from the Rear Frame Vehicle Checks The rear lifting points can be accessed from the rear driver or Doing Your Own passenger side of the vehicle. Service Work Warning It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge, service manual, tools, or parts.
Page 218: Hood
Vehicle Care Keep a record with all parts receipts 1. Pull the hood release lever and list the mileage and the date of inside the vehicle. It is below any service work performed. See the instrument panel on the Maintenance Records 0 310. driver side.
Page 219: Engine Compartment
Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 6.2L LT1 V8 Engine (without Dry Sump Engine Oil Tank)
Page 220 Vehicle Care 1. Passenger Compartment Air 7. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Filter 0 156 (Out of View). See Checking Engine Oil under Passenger Compartment Air Engine Oil 0 223. Filter 0 156. 8. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See 2. Coolant Surge Tank and Brake Fluid 0 240.
Page 221 Vehicle Care 6.2L LT1 V8 Engine (with Z51 Dry Sump Engine Oil Tank)
Page 222 Vehicle Care 1. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 6. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 230. Checking Engine Oil under 7. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of Engine Oil 0 223. View). See Cooling System 2. Dry Sump Engine Oil Tank Fill (Engine) 0 232 or Cooling Cap.
Page 223 Vehicle Care 6.2L LT4 V8 Engine (with Z06 Dry Sump Engine Oil Tank)
Page 224: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 1. Engine Oil Dipstick. See 10. Windshield Washer Fluid Checking Engine Oil (Except Checking Engine Oil under Reservoir. See Adding Washer Stingray with Z51 and Z06) Engine Oil 0 223. Fluid under Washer If the ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL Fluid 0 238.
Page 225 Vehicle Care this section for an explanation of See Engine Compartment Overview Warning what kind of oil to use. For engine 0 218 for the location of the engine oil crankcase capacity, see oil fill cap. The engine oil dipstick handle Capacities and Specifications 0 312.
Page 226 Vehicle Care The engine oil dipstick handle is a tank and there could be no engine Warning loop. The dipstick is located on the oil at all showing on the dipstick. dry sump engine oil tank. See This is normal since the dipstick is The engine oil dipstick handle Engine Compartment Overview designed to read the engine oil level...
Page 227 Vehicle Care When to Add Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil and Filter Caution (Stingray with Z51 and Z06) (Stingray with Z51 and Z06) Do not add too much oil. Oil The vehicle may have a levels above or below the racetrack-ready dry sump engine lubrication system.
Page 228 Vehicle Care Steps to follow: 7. Install the oil fill cap and insert Engine oils that have been the dipstick, if removed. approved by GM as meeting the 1. Remove the two engine oil dexos1 specification are marked drain plugs from the bottom of 8.
Page 229: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care is recommended to select an oil of or a good hand cleaner. Wash or Z51 and Z06 models have a the correct specification. See properly dispose of clothing or rags racetrack-ready dry sump engine Specification earlier in this section. containing used engine oil.
Page 230: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care If the system is ever reset 2. Press and hold the SEL button dealer for additional information or accidentally, the oil must be on the DIC while the Oil Life the procedure can be found in the changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) display is active.
Page 231: Hydraulic Clutch
Vehicle Care reason for fluid loss. If a leak The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir Caution occurs, take the vehicle to the cap has this symbol on it. See dealer and have it repaired as soon Engine Compartment Overview If water is sprayed and enters the as possible.
Page 232 Vehicle Care dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air 3. Reverse Step 2 to replace the Caution cleaner/filter for damage, and hood extractor duct. replace if damaged. Do not clean To inspect or replace the engine air If the engine coolant surge tank the engine air cleaner/filter or cleaner/filter: hose is not carefully lifted out of...
Page 233: Cooling System (Engine)
Vehicle Care Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
Page 234 Vehicle Care Warning Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.
Page 235: Cooling System
Vehicle Care Cooling System (Aero Panel) The aero panel enhances aerodynamic efficiency and improves fuel economy. Remove the aero panel and bracket to improve engine cooling and air conditioning performance when driving aggressively or in hot weather. To remove the aero panel and Non-Z51 and Z51 Shown, Z06 Non-Z51 and Z51 Shown, Z06 bracket:...
Page 236: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care Engine Coolant Warning (Continued) Caution The cooling system in the vehicle is ® could get too hot but you would If improper coolant mixture, filled with DEX-COOL engine not get the overheat warning. The inhibitors, or additives are used in coolant.
Page 237 Vehicle Care If ambient temperatures are The engine coolant surge tank is Warning anticipated below 28 °C ( 18 °F), toward the rear of the engine make sure a proper mixture ratio of compartment on the passenger side Steam and scalding liquids from a 50% DEX-COOL coolant and 50% of the vehicle.
Page 238: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 2. Keep turning the pressure cap Steps 1 4, then reinstall the If the decision is made not to lift the slowly, and remove it. pressure cap. If the coolant is hood but to get service help right not at the proper level when away, see Roadside Assistance 3.
Page 239: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care If Steam Is Coming from the too serious. Sometimes the engine back on, continue to drive normally can get a little too hot when the and have the cooling system Engine vehicle: checked for proper fill and function. Warning Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
Page 240: Brakes
Vehicle Care Adding Washer Fluid heard all the time the vehicle is Caution (Continued) moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. solution to freeze and damage the washer fluid Warning tank and other parts of the washer system. The brake wear warning sound When using concentrated means that soon the brakes will washer fluid, follow the...
Page 241: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care If equipped with high performance replacement brake parts are Normal brake lining wear. When brake linings, there could be an installed or parts are improperly new linings are installed, the increased build-up of brake dust as installed. fluid level goes back up. well as minor noises as compared A fluid leak in the brake Brake Fluid...
Page 242: Battery - North America
Vehicle Care For battery replacement, see your Warning (Continued) Warning dealer or the service manual. To purchase a service manual, see Add brake fluid only when work is The wrong or contaminated brake Service Publications Ordering done on the brake hydraulic fluid could result in damage to the Information 0 324.
Page 243: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage the battery charged when the Rear Axle vehicle is not in use. Plug the When to Check Lubricant battery maintainer into the rear Warning accessory power outlet only. The It is not necessary to regularly front APO turns off after the ignition Batteries have acid that can burn check rear axle fluid unless a leak is is off.
Page 244: Starter Switch Check
Vehicle Care The fluid level should be at or within 1. Before starting this check, be Automatic Transmission 13 mm (0.5 in) of the bottom of the sure there is enough room Shift Lock Control fill plug hole threads. If it is at this around the vehicle.
Page 245: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
Vehicle Care normal effort. If the shift lever pressure from the regular brake To replace the windshield wiper moves out of P (Park), contact pedal. Do this until the vehicle is blade: your dealer for service. held by the parking brake only. 1.
Page 246: Windshield Replacement
Vehicle Care Allowing the wiper blade arm to Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement touch the windshield when no Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement wiper blade is installed could should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement damage the windshield.
Page 247: Led Lighting
Vehicle Care LED Lighting Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb This vehicle has several LED lamps. Number For replacement of any LED lighting assembly, contact your dealer. License W5W LL Plate Lamp License Plate Lamp For replacement bulbs not listed To replace one of these bulbs: here, contact your dealer.
Page 248: Electrical System
Vehicle Care Electrical System Although the circuit is protected Engine Compartment from electrical overload, overload Fuse Block due to heavy snow or ice may Electrical System cause wiper linkage damage. There is one fuse block in the Overload Always clear ice and heavy snow engine compartment on the from the windshield before using the passenger side of the vehicle.
Page 249 Vehicle Care...
Page 250 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped J-Case Micro Usage Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Fuses Fuses 2-pin features shown. Electronic Rear Heated Seat 2 Micro Differential Module J-Case Usage Body Control Fuses Transmission Module 7 Cooling Fan 2 Front Wiper Electric Steering...
Page 251 Vehicle Care Micro Micro Micro Usage Usage Usage Fuses 2-pin Fuses 3-pin Relays Headlamp Washer Integrated Chassis Headlamp Washer Control Module/ Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Automatic Compressor Clutch Control Occupant Sensing Engine Outside Logistics 1 Theft/Vehicle Position Headlamp Low Interface Module Real Time Engine/ Damping...
Page 252: Rear Compartment Fuse
Vehicle Care SPARE Usage FUSES Spare Spare Spare Spare Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is in the rear of the vehicle, under the load floor. Lift the carpet and access door in the center of the load floor to access the fuses.
Page 253 Vehicle Care...
Page 254 Vehicle Care You can remove fuses using the Fuses Usage Fuses Usage fuse puller. Not Used The vehicle may not be equipped Outside Rearview OnStar (If with all of the fuses, relays, and Mirror Equipped) features shown. Fuses Usage Body Control Camera Module Module 1 Window...
Page 255: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Fuses Usage Warning (Continued) Spare Tires Underinflated tires pose Spare the same danger as Every new GM vehicle has overloaded tires. The Spare high-quality tires made by a resulting crash could Spare leading tire manufacturer. See cause serious injury.
Page 256: Winter Tires
Vehicle Care Winter Tires Winter tires with the same speed Warning (Continued) rating as the original equipment tires This vehicle was not originally may not be available for H, V, W, Y, Replace any tires that equipped with winter tires. Winter and ZR speed rated tires.
Page 257: Low-Profile Tires
Vehicle Care any distance while deflated, check Low-Profile Tires Warning (Continued) with an authorized run-flat tire Low-Profile Performance Tire service center to determine whether drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) when the tire can be repaired or should be The original equipment tires on the low tire warning light is replaced.
Page 258: Competition Oriented Tires
Vehicle Care 10 °C (50 °F) or on ice or snow Caution (Continued) Caution covered roads. See Winter Tires 0 255. when possible, avoid contact with Competition oriented tires have curbs, potholes, and other road rubber compounds that lose Warning hazards.
Page 259: Summer Tires
Vehicle Care Summer Tires Caution (Continued) High Performance Summer Tires indoors and at temperatures This vehicle may come with high above 7 °C (20 °F) when not in performance summer tires. These use. If the tires have been tires have a special tread and subjected to 7 °C (20 °F) or less, compound that are optimized for let them warm up in a heated...
Page 260: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care GM's TPC specifications meet or tire size, and date the tire was Tire Designations exceed all federal safety manufactured. The TIN is Tire Size guidelines. molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may The following is an example of a (3) DOT (Department of have the date of manufacture.
Page 261: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care (3) Aspect Ratio A two-digit Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains number that indicates the tire steel wires wrapped by steel Definitions height-to-width measurements. cords that hold the tire onto Air Pressure The amount of For example, if the tire size the rim.
Page 262 Vehicle Care Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire Normal Occupant Weight (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and number of occupants a vehicle Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger is designed to seat multiplied by includes the Tire Identification vehicles.
Page 263: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care tire inflation pressure as shown Treadwear Indicators Narrow Vehicle Maximum Load on the on the tire placard. See Tire bands, sometimes called wear Tire Load on an individual tire Pressure 0 262 and Vehicle bars, that show across the due to curb weight, accessory Load Limits 0 171.
Page 264 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading For additional information Caution Information label on the vehicle regarding how much weight the indicates the original equipment vehicle can carry, and an Neither tire underinflation nor tires and the correct cold tire example of the Tire and Loading overinflation is good.
Page 265: Tire Pressure For High-Speed
Vehicle Care Remove the valve cap from the Tire Pressure for higher, where it is legal. Set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum tire valve stem. Press the tire High-Speed Operation inflation pressure shown on the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to sidewall, or 265 kPa (38 psi), get the pressure measurement.
Page 266: System
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Accordingly, when the low tire This sequence will continue upon pressure telltale illuminates, you subsequent vehicle start-ups as System should stop and check your tires as long as the malfunction exists. The Tire Pressure Monitor System soon as possible, and inflate them When the malfunction indicator is to the proper pressure.
Page 267: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor shown on the tire loading they are cold. See Vehicle Load information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 171, for an example of the Operation Limits 0 171. Tire and Loading Information label This vehicle may have a Tire and its location.
Page 268 Vehicle Care Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits message should go off after TPMS Sensor Matching use a GM approved liquid tire successfully completing the Process Auto Learn sealant. Using non-approved tire sensor matching process. Function sealants could damage the TPMS One or more TPMS sensors are Each TPMS sensor has a unique sensors.
Page 269: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care Tire Inspection Tire Rotation We recommend that the tires, The tires should be rotated including the spare tire, if the every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. See vehicle has one, be inspected Maintenance Schedule 0 298. for signs of wear or damage at Tires are rotated to achieve least once a month.
Page 270: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care Check that all wheel nuts are When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. This also applies to the spare tire, properly tightened. See Wheel Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is Nut Torque under Capacities Factors such as maintenance, never used.
Page 271: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care of grease, gasoline, or other vehicle, including brake system on proper tire rotation. However, substances that can deteriorate performance, ride and handling, if it is necessary to replace only rubber. traction control, and tire one axle set of worn tires, place pressure monitoring the new tires on the rear axle.
Page 272: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care load range, speed rating, and traction control, electronic stability Warning control, or All-Wheel Drive, the construction (radial) as the performance of these systems can original tires. Mixing tires of different sizes also be affected. (other than those originally Vehicles that have a tire installed on the vehicle), brands, pressure monitoring system...
Page 273 Vehicle Care Traffic Safety Administration Quality grades can be found norm due to variations in driving (NHTSA), which grades tires by where applicable on the tire habits, service practices and treadwear, traction, and sidewall between tread shoulder differences in road temperature performance.
Page 274: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care to the generation of heat and its Wheel Alignment and Tire Tire Chatter/Hop ability to dissipate heat when Balance When driving at slow speeds and in tested under controlled very tight turns, the vehicle may The tires and wheels were aligned conditions on a specified indoor have tire chatter/hop.
Page 275 Vehicle Care Warning Caution Warning Using the wrong replacement The wrong wheel can also cause Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel problems with bearing life, brake tightened wheel nuts can cause nuts can be dangerous. It could cooling, speedometer or the wheel to become loose and affect the braking and handling of...
Page 276: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care the accelerator pedal and grip the Warning (Continued) steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then control and a crash. Use another gently brake to a stop, well off the type of traction device only if its road, if possible.
Page 277: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care Tire Sealant and Warning (Continued) Warning Compressor Kit procedures are not used, injury or Driving on a flat tire will cause vehicle damage may occur. permanent damage to the tire. Warning Always be sure the proper tools Re-inflating a tire after it has been and procedures, as described in driven on while severely Idling a vehicle in an enclosed...
Page 278 Vehicle Care The tire sealant and compressor The kit includes: Warning (Continued) can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in recommended pressure. Do not the tread area of the tire. It can also exceed the recommended be used to inflate an pressure.
Page 279 Vehicle Care 3. Pressure Gauge Using the Tire Sealant and 4. Pressure Deflation Button Compressor Kit to Temporarily 5. Tire Sealant Canister Seal and Inflate a 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) Punctured Tire 7. Air Only Hose (Black) Follow the directions closely for 8.
Page 280 Vehicle Care 5. Tire Sealant Canister 3. Place the kit on the ground. 8. Press and turn the selector switch (1) counterclockwise to 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) Make sure the tire valve stem the Sealant + Air position. 7. Air Only Hose (Black) is positioned close to the 8.
Page 281 Vehicle Care is on. Turn the compressor off therefore, Steps 12 18 must be maximum speed label from the to get an accurate reading. The done immediately after sealant canister (5) and place it compressor may be turned on/ Step 11. in a highly visible location.
Page 282 Vehicle Care If the tire pressure has not Using the Tire Sealant and dropped more than 68 kPa Compressor Kit without (10 psi) from the recommended Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not inflation pressure, inflate the Punctured) tire to the recommended To use the air compressor to inflate inflation pressure.
Page 283 Vehicle Care 5. Tire Sealant Canister 4. Remove the tire valve stem 9. Press the on/off button (2) to cap from the flat tire by turning turn the compressor on. 6. Sealant/Air Hose (Clear) it counterclockwise. 7. Air Only Hose (Black) The compressor will inflate the 8.
Page 284: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care This option is only functional 4. Replace with a new canister when using the air only which is available from your hose (7). dealer. 11. Press the on/off button (2) to 5. Push the new canister into turn the tire sealant and place.
Page 285: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care Jump Starting Warning Jump Starting - North Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: America They contain acid that can For more information about the burn you. vehicle battery, see Battery - North America 0 241. They contain gas that can explode or ignite.
Page 286 Vehicle Care The battery is under a battery cover 1. Check the other vehicle. manual transmission in Neutral in the hatch/trunk area on the It must have a 12-volt battery before setting the parking passenger side under the carpet. with a negative ground system. brakes.
Page 287 Vehicle Care 5. Remove the battery cover and 10. Connect the other end of the locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) terminals. negative ( ) terminal (2) on the dead battery. 6. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing 11.
Page 288: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care Jumper Cable Removal Towing the Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the Reverse the sequence exactly when disabled vehicle must be towed. removing the jumper cables. Caution To tow the vehicle behind another After starting the disabled vehicle vehicle for recreational purposes, Incorrectly towing a disabled and removing the jumper cables,...
Page 289: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care Appearance Care If using an automatic car wash, Caution (Continued) comply with the car wash instructions. The windshield wiper Exterior Care your dealer. Follow all must be off. Remove any manufacturer directions regarding accessories that may be damaged Locks correct product usage, necessary or interfere with the car wash...
Page 290 Vehicle Care the vehicle as soon as possible. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Do not use cleaners that are not If necessary, use non-abrasive Moldings intended for automotive use. cleaners that are marked safe for Use a nonabrasive wax on the painted surfaces to remove foreign Caution vehicle after washing to protect...
Page 291 Vehicle Care Carbon Fiber Care Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Air Intakes or other harsh cleaners. Carbon fiber parts can be washed Clear debris from the air intakes, Ice scrapers or other hard items. and waxed like any other parts. Use between the hood and windshield, a clear or black pigmented wax.
Page 292 Vehicle Care require more frequent application. Caution Caution (Continued) Black marks from rubber material on painted surfaces can be removed by Chrome wheels and other chrome brushes. Damage could occur rubbing with a clean cloth. See trim may be damaged if the and the repairs would not be Recommended Fluids and vehicle is not washed after driving...
Page 293: Interior Care
Vehicle Care Inspect power steering for proper Composite Springs Finish Damage hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, Quickly repair minor chips and chafing, etc. Caution scratches with touch-up materials Visually check constant velocity joint available from your dealer. Larger Do not use acidic or corrosive boots and axle seals for leaks.
Page 294 Vehicle Care hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect use approximately 20 drops per Cleaning the windshield with water repellent from all interior surfaces or 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. during the first three to six months permanent damage may result. A concentrated soap solution will of ownership will reduce tendency create streaks and attract dirt.
Page 295 Vehicle Care Gently blot liquids with a paper If the soil is not completely Caution towel. Continue blotting until no removed, it may be necessary to more soil can be removed. use a commercial upholstery Do not attach a device with a cleaner or spot lifter.
Page 296: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care Floor Mats Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Warning Wipe excess moisture from these the vehicle, blot immediately and surfaces after cleaning and allow clean with a soft cloth dampened If a floor mat is the wrong size or them to dry naturally. Never use with a mild soap solution.
Page 297 Vehicle Care Do not use a floor mat if the Installing and Replacing the vehicle is not equipped with a Floor Mats floor mat retainer on the driver 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor side floor. mat to remove it from the Use the floor mat with the retainers.
Page 298: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance Service and General Information changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like Maintenance Your vehicle is an important tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper investment. This section describes blades. the required maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this schedule to help General Information Caution protect against major repair...
Page 299 Service and Maintenance frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Maintenance Additional Required Services - service. Schedule Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance Schedule Additional Owner Checks and Services within recommended limits on Required Services - Severe chart.
Page 300 Service and Maintenance a year and the oil life system must Visually inspect windshield wiper Visually inspect exhaust system be reset. Your trained dealer blades for wear, cracking, and nearby heat shields for technician can perform this work. or contamination. See Exterior loose or damaged parts.
Page 301 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Dry Sump Engines Only (Z51 and Z06) - Required: Initial break-in oil change. Change engine oil and filter after the first 800 km/500 mi. Follow the engine oil life system for every oil change thereafter.
Page 302 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) Replace brake fluid every five passenger compartment air filter years.
Page 303 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Dry Sump Engines Only (Z51 and Z06) - Required: Initial break-in oil change. Change engine oil and filter after the first 800 km/500 mi. Follow the engine oil life system for every oil change thereafter.
Page 304 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 305: Maintenance And Care
Service and Maintenance Additional To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have Your vehicle is an important engineered for the vehicle.
Page 306 Service and Maintenance Lamps of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and or damage, and can advise protect the vehicle s interior and Properly working headlamps, when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 292 and taillamps, and brake lamps are Exterior Care 0 288.
Page 307 Service and Maintenance Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view. Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, and worn or split rubber. Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed.
Page 308: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 309 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Electronic Limited Slip Differential DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. (eLSD) Clutch System Lubricant (Z51 and Z06 Only) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in Canada 89021674) Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 310: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 23107355 A3191C Engine Oil Filter 12640445 PF64 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 22862632 CF139 Spark Plug...
Page 311: Maintenance Records
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 312: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification This label, under the carpet in the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) hatch/trunk area on the passenger Vehicle Identification side, has the following information: Number (VIN) ....311 Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label .
Page 313: Technical Data
Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 307. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge type and amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 314 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Firing Order 6.2L V8 LT1 Automatic 0.95 1.10 mm 1 8 7 2 6 5 4 3 Manual (0.037 0.043 in) 6.2L LT4 Supercharged Automatic 0.725 0.875 mm 1 8 7 2 6 5 4 3 Manual (0.029 0.034 in) Engine Data...
Page 315 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 6.2L LT4 Engine 6.2L LT1 Engine...
Page 316: Customer Information
Privacy Procedure ....315 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Vehicle Data Recording and Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the Privacy .
Page 317 You may contact the BBB Auto Line further help, in the U.S., call the Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Chevrolet Customer Assistance dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Center at 1-800-222-1020. In...
Page 318: Customer Assistance
1-800-496-9994 decision, should be completed in assistance. However, if a customer about 70 days. We believe our wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, Canada impartial program offers advantages the letter should be addressed to: General Motors of Canada Limited...
Page 319: Customer Assistance For Text
(Canada) chevroletowner.ca : Download owner manuals and Please contact the local General view vehicle-specific how-to videos. Motors Business Unit. Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre: : View maintenance schedules, Chat live with online help Customer Assistance for alerts, and OnStar Vehicle representatives.
Page 320: Program
When calling Roadside Assistance, reimbursement of eligible General Motors North America and have the following information aftermarket adaptive equipment Chevrolet reserve the right to make ready: required for the vehicle, such as any changes or discontinue the Your name, home address, and...
Page 321 Customer Information warranty service, or if the vehicle Services Not Included in Trip Interruption Benefits and was in a crash and cannot be Assistance: Must be over Roadside Assistance driven. Assistance is not given 150 km from where your trip was Impound towing caused by when the vehicle is stuck in the started to qualify.
Page 322: Scheduling Service
Customer Information Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Appointments Program Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, When the vehicle requires warranty To enhance your ownership if you are unable to do so, your service, contact your dealer and experience, we and our participating dealer may offer the following request an appointment.
Page 323: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information Courtesy Rental Vehicle General Motors reserves the right to are preserved. The use of Genuine unilaterally modify, change, GM parts can help maintain the GM For an overnight warranty repair, the or discontinue Courtesy New Vehicle Limited Warranty. dealer may provide an available Transportation at any time and to courtesy rental vehicle or provide for...
Page 324 Customer Information Limited Warranty, and any vehicle specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information failure related to such parts is not When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved covered by that warranty. recommend that you ensure that the in the crash.
Page 325: Information
Customer Information If the airbag has inflated, see What repaired with Genuine GM parts, Service Bulletins Will You See after an Airbag even if your insurance coverage Service Bulletins give additional Inflates? 0 70. does not pay the full cost. technical service information If another party's insurance needed to knowledgeably service...
Page 326: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Statement Technical Service Bulletins and Defects Manuals are available for current This vehicle has systems that and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that ORDER TOLL FREE: complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the to the United States...
Page 327: Government
You can also obtain other transmission performance, to Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: information about motor monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle safety from Chevrolet Motor Division deployment and deploy them in a http://www.safercar.gov Chevrolet Customer Assistance crash, and, if equipped, to provide Center...
Page 328: Event Data Recorders
Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder (EDR).
Page 329: Infotainment System
Customer Information OnStar Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website. See OnStar Additional Information 0 334. Infotainment System If the vehicle is equipped with a navigation system as part of the infotainment system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information.
Page 330: Onstar
OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview requires the vehicle battery and electrical system, cellular service, and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating. OnStar acts OnStar Overview as a link to existing emergency OnStar Overview ... . . 329 service providers.
Page 331 OnStar Status Indicator OnStar Commands Press to get a priority connection to an OnStar Advisor The OnStar system status light is Press or call 1-888-4ONSTAR available 24/7 to: next to the OnStar controls on the (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an manual rearview mirror.
Page 332: Onstar Services
OnStar OnStar Services Security Turn-by-Turn Navigation If equipped, OnStar provides these 1. Press to connect to an Emergency services: Advisor. Emergency Services require an With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, 2. Request directions to be active, OnStar subscription plan OnStar Advisors can use GPS to downloaded to the vehicle.
Page 333: Connections
OnStar Repeat the navigation screen can only be settings. On some vehicles, canceled through the navigation touch Wi-Fi Settings on the 1. Press . System responds: screen. system. OnStar ready, then a tone. See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display 2.
Page 334 OnStar Activate the horn and lamps OnStar Hands-Free Calling Retrieve My Number Check the fuel level, oil life, Make and receive calls with the 1. Press . System responds: or tire pressure, built-in wireless calling service OnStar ready. if factory-equipped with the Tire which requires available minutes.
Page 335: Diagnostics
OnStar Diagnostics OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Information Advanced Diagnostics provides a status of the vehicle s key systems Press and follow the prompts to In-Vehicle Audio Messages with a monthly e-mail or by pressing speak to an Advisor as soon as .
Page 336 OnStar See Radio Frequency OnStar Personal Identification Press to speak with an Statement 0 325. Number (PIN) Advisor. Services for People with A PIN is needed to access some OnStar services cannot work unless OnStar services. The PIN will need Disabilities the vehicle is in a place where to be changed the first time when...
Page 337 OnStar vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas Add-on Electrical Equipment five days, OnStar can contact Cellular reception is required for The OnStar system is integrated Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to into the electrical architecture of the to help gain access to the vehicle.
Page 338 OnStar statement or separately disclosed at may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this the time of installation. These transmissions and private permission notice appear in all updates or changes may also cause communications without consent. copies. a system to automatically THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OnStar - software communicate with GM servers to...
Page 339 OnStar unzip: This software is provided as is, self-extracting archive; that is without warranty of any kind, permitted without inclusion of This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the express or implied. In no event shall this license, as long as the Info-ZIP copyright and license.
Page 340 OnStar the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names Info-ZIP, Zip, UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip, and MacZip for its own source and binary releases.
Page 341: Index
Index Index Airbag System (cont'd) When Should an Airbag Accessories and Inflate? ......69 Modifications ....213 Where Are the Airbags? .
Page 342 Index Automatic (cont'd) Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Chains, Tire ....275 Headlamp Aiming ... . . 245 Transmission Fluid .
Page 343 Index Connections Customer Assistance (cont'd) Drive Belt Routing, Engine ..314 ® Text Telephone (TTY) OnStar ..... . 332 Driver Information Control Users .
Page 344 Index Electrical System (cont'd) Engine (cont'd) Front Seats Running While Parked ..182 Fuses ......247 Heated and Ventilated .
Page 345 Index Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) Speedometer ....101 High-Beam On Light ...112 Jump Starting - North Tachometer .
Page 346 Index LED Lighting ....246 Lights (cont'd) Maintenance Schedule (cont'd) Security ..... . .112 Lifting the Vehicle, Tires .
Page 347 Index Messages (cont'd) Outlets Starting the Vehicle ... 128 Power ......94 Navigation ®...
Page 348 Index Power (cont'd) Reimbursement Program, Rotation, Tires ....268 Outlets ......94 GM Mobility .
Page 349 Index Seats (cont'd) Shift Lock Control Function Storage Areas (cont'd) Instrument Panel ....87 Power Adjustment, Front ..56 Check, Automatic Reclining Seatbacks .
Page 350 Index Tires (cont'd) Traction Vehicle (cont'd) Pressure ..... . 264 Limited-Slip Identification Number (VIN) ..311 Pressure Light ....111 Differential .
Page 351 Index Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance . . 273 Different Size ....271 Replacement ....273 When It Is Time for New Tires .

Chevrolet Corvette 2016 User Manual

Cruze Limited

In Brief 5 in Brief Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Initial Drive Information

Vehicle Features

Performance and Maintenance

24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks

Keys and Locks

Leaving Children in Avehicle with

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

Doors

Vehicle Security

Exterior Mirrors

Interior Mirrors

Windows

Roof

Seats and Restraints 55 Seats and Airbag System Head Restraints

Head Restraints

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Storage

Instruments and

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Vehicle Personalization

Universal Remote System

Lighting

Driving and

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Automatic Transmission

Manual Transmission

Brakes

Ride Control Systems

Cruise Control

Driver Assistance Systems

California Fuel

Fuel

Trailer Towing

Conversions and Add-Ons

Quick Links

Chapters

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