Page 1: Table Of Contents
2013 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Trademarks and License Instrument Panel .
Page 2 2013 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 3: Using This Manual
Danger, Warnings, and this manual including, but not limited Cautions Canadian Vehicle Owners to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Warning messages found on vehicle Propriétaires Canadiens SPARK are trademarks and/or labels and in this manual describe...
Page 4: Index
Introduction Symbols Vehicle Symbol Chart WARNING Here are some additional symbols The vehicle has components and that may be found on the vehicle These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of and what they mean. For more that could hurt you or other text.
Page 5 Introduction : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Oil Pressure : Power : Safety Belt Reminders : Tire Pressure Monitor : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® : StabiliTrak® Off : Traction Control Off : Windshield Washer Fluid...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief ® In Brief Bluetooth ....1-12 Steering Wheel Controls ..1-12 Cruise Control ....1-13 Driver Information Instrument Panel Center (DIC) .
Page 8: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8 3. 14. Steering Wheel Controls on Initial Drive page 5 2 (If Equipped). 2. Exterior Lamp Controls on Information page 6 1. 15. Heated Front Seats on page 3 5 (If Equipped). This section provides a brief 3.
Page 10 In Brief Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm. See Keys on page 2 1 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2 3. Door Locks To lock or unlock the doors from Press the key release button to To lock or unlock the doors from...
Page 11 In Brief Liftgate To lock or unlock the liftgate from the outside, use the key in the liftgate lock or press on the RKE transmitter, if equipped. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2 3. With RKE To open the liftgate, pull the handle and lift up.
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Windows Seat Adjustment Seat Height Adjuster Manual Seats If available, turn the knob to raise or Press the switch down to open the lower the seat. window. Pull the front of the switch To adjust the seat: up to close it. See Seat Adjustment on page 3 3.
Page 13: Safety Belts
In Brief Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright while keeping the seat and the head position: restraint height in the proper position. 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the See Head Restraints on page 3 2 seatback, and the seatback will and Seat Adjustment on page 3 3.
Page 14 In Brief Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3 11. passenger sensing system. See If equipped, move the control up, Passenger Sensing System on down, or side to side to adjust the Lower Anchors and Tethers for page 3 24 for important information. mirror.
Page 15 In Brief 3. Return the selector switch to the Steering Wheel Interior Lighting center with done. Adjustment Dome Lamps See Power Mirrors on page 2 11. Folding Mirrors The vehicle has manual folding mirrors. These mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash.
Page 16 1-10 In Brief For more information about interior Move the lever to one of the : Turns on the parking lamps, lighting, see Instrument Panel following positions: together with the taillamps, license Illumination Control on page 6 4 or plate lamp, and instrument panel HI: Use for fast wipes.
Page 17: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-11 Climate Controls Vehicle Features To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding The heating, cooling, and ventilation button 1 6 until a beep is heard. Radio(s) for the vehicle can be controlled For more information, see Storing a with this system.
Page 18: Portable Audio Devices
1-12 In Brief ® Refer to: Bluetooth Steering Wheel Controls www.siriusxm.com or call The Bluetooth® system allows 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.). users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive www.xmradio.ca or call hands-free calls using the vehicle 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). audio system and controls. See Satellite Radio on page 7 12.
Page 19: Onstar
In Brief 1-13 Cruise Control See Cruise Control on page 9 30. : For vehicles with a Bluetooth or OnStar, press to Driver Information interact with those systems. See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7 20 Center (DIC) or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) The DIC has different displays, on page 7 21 or OnStar Overview which can be accessed by using the...
Page 20: Performance And Maintenance
1-14 In Brief ® Performance and StabiliTrak System : Use to scroll through the menus. Maintenance The StabiliTrak system assists with SET/CLR: Press to set or clear the directional control of the vehicle in menu item displayed. difficult driving conditions. The Traction Control system is on when the vehicle is See Driver Information Center (DIC)
Page 21: Tire Pressure Monitor
In Brief 1-15 Tire Pressure Monitor tire pressures are getting low and Engine Oil Life System the tires need to be inflated to the This vehicle may have a Tire The engine oil life system calculates proper pressure. Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). engine oil life based on vehicle use The TPMS does not replace normal and displays a DIC message when...
Page 22: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
Avoid idling the engine for long 1-888-889-2438 periods of time. Canada: 1-800-268-6800 When road and weather As the owner of a new Chevrolet, conditions are appropriate, use you are automatically enrolled in the cruise control. Roadside Assistance program. Always follow posted speed...
Page 23: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-10 Windows Manual Mirrors ....2-10 Keys Power Mirrors .
Page 24 Keys, Doors, and Windows The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks. Press the key release button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key.
Page 25 Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry The following buttons are on the transmitter: (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation (Lock): Press once to lock all See Radio Frequency Statement on The RKE transmitter may work up to doors and the liftgate.
Page 26 Keys, Doors, and Windows See Remote Door Unlock under remaining transmitters must also be Door Locks Vehicle Personalization on reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen page 5 25. transmitters will no longer work WARNING once the new transmitter is Pressing may also disarm the programmed.
Page 27: Door Ajar Reminder
Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Ajar Reminder WARNING (CONTINUED) If one of the doors or the liftgate is injuries or even death from not closed properly while the ignition heat stroke. Always lock the is on, the door ajar light on the vehicle whenever leaving it.
Page 28: Safety Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows For vehicle with a manual Using the Rear Door Canceling a Rear Door transmission, remove the key Safety Lock Safety Lock from the ignition. 1. Move the lever up to lock. 1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the Safety Locks 2.
Page 29: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors To avoid damage to the WARNING (CONTINUED) liftgate or liftgate glass, make sure the area above and behind Liftgate Adjust the climate control the liftgate is clear before system to a setting that opening it. brings in only outside air and WARNING To lock or unlock the liftgate from...
Page 30: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows To lock or unlock the liftgate from Vehicle Security the inside, press This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal. Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system.
Page 31: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Arming the System If you set off the alarm by accident, The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is turn off the alarm by pressing 1. Press once on the Remote removed from the ignition. on the RKE transmitter or start Keyless Entry (RKE).
Page 32: Exterior Mirrors
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the engine does not start and the Exterior Mirrors Manual Mirrors security light stays on, there is a problem with the system. Turn the Convex Mirrors ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and WARNING the key appears to be undamaged or the light continues to stay on, try...
Page 33: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Interior Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror The vehicle has manual folding To adjust the inside rearview mirror, mirrors. These mirrors can be folded hold the rearview mirror in the inward to prevent damage when center and move it to view the area going through an automatic car...
Page 34: Windows
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a WARNING pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open a front window.
Page 35: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Window Lockout Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block out glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount and swing it to the side. Visor Vanity Mirror The vehicle may have vanity mirrors and card holders on the back of the sun visors.
Page 36 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
Page 37: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Extender ..3-16 Adding Equipment to the Safety System Check ..3-16 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-28 Restraints Safety Belt Care .
Page 38: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 39: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats the button, located on the top of the The vehicle's rear seats have seatback, and push the head Seat Adjustment adjustable head restraints in the restraint down. Try to move the outboard seating positions.
Page 40: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints To adjust the seat: Reclining Seatbacks 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then 1. Lift the bar under the front edge release the lever to lock the of the seat cushion to unlock WARNING seatback in place.
Page 41: Front Seat Armrest
Seats and Restraints Front Seat Armrest WARNING (CONTINUED) The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt could go up over your abdomen.
Page 42: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats WARNING (CONTINUED) Folding the Seatback reduce the risk of burns, people Either side of the seatback can be with such a condition should use folded down for more cargo space. care when using the seat heater, Fold a seatback only when the especially for long periods of vehicle is not moving.
Page 43 Seats and Restraints 2. Slide the front seats forward and 5. Fold the seatback forward place the front seatbacks in the and down. upright position. See Seat 6. Repeat Steps 1 5 for the other Adjustment on page 3 3 and seatback and seat cushion, Reclining Seatbacks on if desired.
Page 44 Seats and Restraints To return the rear seats to the Anchors and Tethers for WARNING (CONTINUED) normal seating position: Children (LATCH System) on page 3 37. seriously injured. After raising the 3. Push the seatback rearward all rear seatback, always check to be the way to lock it in place.
Page 45: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work WARNING (CONTINUED) This section of the manual are more likely to be seriously describes how to use safety belts injured or killed. Do not allow properly. It also describes some passengers to ride in any area of things not to do with safety belts.
Page 46: How To Wear Safety Belts
3-10 Seats and Restraints safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle...
Page 47 Seats and Restraints 3-11 Wear the shoulder belt over the Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull shoulder and across the chest. the belt across you. Do not let it All seating positions in the vehicle These parts of the body are best get twisted.
Page 48: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
3-12 Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3. Push the latch plate into the To unlatch the belt, push the button buckle until it clicks.
Page 49 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Adjust the height so the shoulder After the adjuster is set to the Rear Safety Belt Comfort portion of the belt is on the shoulder desired position, try to move it down Guides and not falling off of it. The belt without pressing the release button Rear safety belt comfort guides may should be close to, but not...
Page 50 3-14 Seats and Restraints To install the adjustable comfort guide to the seatback and the safety belt: 3. Place the guide over the belt, 4. Be sure that the belt is not and insert the two edges of the twisted and it lies flat. The belt into the slots of the guide.
Page 51: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seats and Restraints 3-15 Improper comfort guide Safety Belt Use During adjustment could reduce the Pregnancy effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to WARNING be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts.
Page 52: Safety System Check
3-16 Seats and Restraints The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check Safety Belt Care to protect the mother. When a safety Now and then, check that the safety Keep belts clean and dry. belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a buckles, latch plates, retractors, and...
Page 53: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Replacing Safety Belt See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System belt assemblies inspected or System Parts after a The vehicle has the following replaced. Crash airbags: New parts and repairs may be A frontal airbag for the driver. necessary even if the safety belt WARNING system was not being used at the...
Page 54 3-18 Seats and Restraints A roof-rail airbag for the front the risk of injury from the force of an WARNING (CONTINUED) outboard passenger and the inflating bag, all airbags must inflate passenger seated directly very quickly to do their job. vehicle should wear a safety belt behind the front outboard Here are the most important things...
Page 55: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Where Are the Airbags? WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED) Occupants should not lean on or vehicle. To read how, see Older sleep against the door or side Children on page 3 30 or Infants windows in seating positions with and Young Children on seat-mounted side impact airbags page 3 32.
Page 56 3-20 Seats and Restraints The driver knee airbag is below the Driver Side Shown, Passenger Rear Seat Driver Side Shown, steering column. The front outboard Side Similar Passenger Side Similar passenger knee airbag is below the The seat-mounted side impact The second row seat-mounted side glove box.
Page 57: When Should An Airbag Inflate
Seats and Restraints 3-21 When Should an Airbag whether the object is fixed or WARNING (CONTINUED) moving, rigid or deformable, narrow Inflate? or wide. or even death. The path of an Frontal airbags are designed to Thresholds can also vary with inflating airbag must be kept inflate in moderate to severe frontal specific vehicle design.
Page 58: How Does An Airbag Restrain
3-22 Seats and Restraints The vehicle has seat-mounted side the vehicle is about to roll over on How Does an Airbag impact airbags for the driver, front its side, or in a severe frontal Restrain? passenger and for the second row impact.
Page 59: What Will You See After
Seats and Restraints 3-23 But airbags would not help in many be some smoke and dust coming The vehicle has a feature that may types of collisions, primarily from the vents in the deflated automatically unlock the doors, turn because the occupant's motion is airbags.
Page 60 3-24 Seats and Restraints Let only qualified technicians In many crashes severe enough to work on the airbag systems. inflate the airbag, windshields are Improper service can mean that broken by vehicle deformation. an airbag system will not work Additional windshield breakage may properly.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints 3-25 airbag under certain conditions. No Never put a rear-facing child seat in WARNING (CONTINUED) other airbag is affected by the the front. This is because the risk to passenger sensing system. the rear-facing child is so great, inflate under some unusual if the airbag inflates.
Page 62 3-26 Seats and Restraints A front outboard passenger For some children, including If the On Indicator Is Lit for a takes his/her weight off of the children in child restraints, and for Child Restraint seat for a period of time. very small adults, the passenger If a child restraint has been installed sensing system may or may not turn...
Page 63 Seats and Restraints 3-27 5. If, after reinstalling the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material restraint and restarting the from the seat, such as blankets, Adult-Size Occupant vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, cushions, seat covers, seat turn the vehicle off.
Page 64: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-28 Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, Servicing the WARNING (CONTINUED) such as a blanket or cushion, Airbag-Equipped Vehicle or aftermarket equipment such as proper service procedures, and seat covers, seat heaters, and seat Airbags affect how the vehicle make sure the person performing massagers can affect how well the should be serviced.
Page 65: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-29 Your dealer and the service manual turning off the passenger airbag(s). Notice: If an airbag covering is have information about the location See Passenger Sensing System on damaged, opened, or broken, the of the airbag sensors, sensing and page 3 24.
Page 66: Child Restraints
3-30 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that WARNING (CONTINUED) come with the booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for Older Children systems are working properly that booster. Use a booster seat after a crash, have them with a lap-shoulder belt until the inspected and any necessary child passes the below fit test:...
Page 67 Seats and Restraints 3-31 Q: What is the proper way to thrown out of the vehicle. Older wear safety belts? children need to use safety belts properly. A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the WARNING additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 68: Infants And Young
3-32 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer WARNING (CONTINUED) protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children belt. The belt force would then be and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Q: What are the different types of WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED) add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which arms. An infant should be child restraint in the right front are purchased by the vehicle secured in an appropriate seat.
Page 70: Child Restraint Systems
3-34 Seats and Restraints are many kinds of restraints Child Restraint Systems WARNING (CONTINUED) available for children with special needs. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, WARNING the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by To reduce the risk of neck and any bony structure.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 72: Where To Put The Restraint
3-36 Seats and Restraints Children can be endangered in a locate the nearest child safety seat We recommend that children and crash if the child restraint is not inspection station. For CPST child restraints be secured in a rear properly secured in the vehicle. availability in Canada, check with seat, including: an infant or a child Transport Canada or the Provincial...
Page 73: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-37 When securing a child restraint in a Keep in mind that an unsecured WARNING (CONTINUED) rear seating position, study the child restraint can move around in a instructions that came with your collision or sudden stop and injure passenger airbag inflates and the child restraint to make sure it is people in the vehicle.
Page 74 3-38 Seats and Restraints a top tether, you must also use Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint. A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-39 The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether To assist in locating the lower single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). anchors, each seating position with Anchor Locations Either will have a single lower anchors has two labels, near attachment (2) to secure the top the crease between the seatback...
Page 76: System
3-40 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, WARNING children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child Do not attach more than one child restraint system or infant restraint restraint to a single anchor. system secured in a rear seating Attaching more than one child position.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-41 use the vehicle's safety belts. 1.2. Put the child restraint on WARNING (CONTINUED) Instead use the vehicle's anchors the seat. and child restraint attachments to For outboard rear seating of the retractor to set the lock, secure the restraints.
Page 78 3-42 Seats and Restraints 2. If the child restraint manufacturer 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten recommends that the top tether the top tether according to be attached, attach and tighten your child restraint the top tether to the top tether instructions and the anchor, if equipped.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-43 If the rear outboard seating To remove the head restraint: position you are using has 1. Partially fold the seatback an adjustable head restraint forward. See Rear Seats on and you are using a dual page 3 6 for additional tether, raise the head information.
Page 80: Replacing Latch System
3-44 Seats and Restraints 4. When the child restraint is To reinstall the head restraint: 3. Try to move the head restraint to removed, reinstall the head make sure that it is locked in restraint before the seating place. position is used. Replacing LATCH System WARNING Parts After a Crash...
Page 81: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-45 New parts and repairs may be Never put a rear-facing child seat in WARNING (CONTINUED) necessary even if the LATCH the front. This is because the risk to system was not being used at the the rear-facing child is so great, inflate under some unusual time of the crash.
Page 82 3-46 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a the vehicle. See Passenger position without a top tether anchor Airbag Status Indicator on if a national or local law requires page 5 10. that the top tether be anchored, or if 2.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-47 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 84: Securing Child Restraints
3-48 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that 1. Put the child restraint on forward-facing child restraints have the seat. (Rear Seat) a top tether, and that the tether be If the head restraint interferes attached.
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-49 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 86 3-50 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top Reinstallation under Lower Anchors tether, follow the child restraint and Tethers for Children (LATCH manufacturer's instructions System) on page 3 37. regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 37 for more information.
Page 87 Storage Storage Storage Additional Storage Compartments Features Storage Compartments Glove Box Cargo Cover Glove Box ....4-1 Lift up on the glove box lever to Additional Storage Features WARNING open it.
Page 88: Cargo Net
Storage Shopping Bag Hooks To remove the cargo cover: To install the cargo cover: 1. Remove both of the cords (1) 1. Align the cargo cover (3) on the The vehicle has a shopping bag from the hooks at the top of the trim panel edge (2) on both sides hook under the front seat headrests.
Page 89 Storage Roof Rack System Loading cargo on the Do not exceed the maximum vehicle roof rack that weighs more than capacity when loading the vehicle. 75 kg (165 lbs) or hangs over the For more information on vehicle WARNING rear or sides of the vehicle may capacity and loading, see Vehicle damage the vehicle.
Page 90 Storage NOTES...
Page 91 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Safety Belt Reminders ..5-9 Engine Oil Pressure Light ..5-18 Airbag Readiness Light ..5-9 Low Fuel Warning Light ..5-19 Controls Passenger Airbag Status Immobilizer Light .
Page 92: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Controls (Push to Talk): Vehicles with a Bluetooth or OnStar, press to interact with those systems. See Steering Wheel Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7 20 Adjustment or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7 21 or OnStar Overview on page 14 1.
Page 93: Windshield Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer Clear snow and ice from the wiper WARNING blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or In freezing weather, do not use thaw them. Damaged wiper blades the washer until the windshield is should be replaced.
Page 94: Clock
Instruments and Controls OFF: Turns the rear wiper off. Setting the Time and Date Setting the Month and Day Format (Rear Washer): Sprays washer 1. Press or CONFIG button and fluid on the rear window. The control select Time and Data Settings. 1.
Page 95: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls 2. Press time and date settings, Power Outlets do not plug in equipment that and then set time and date. exceeds the maximum 20 ampere The accessory power outlets can be rating. 3. Press to adjust the used to plug in electrical equipment, Certain accessory power plugs may value.
Page 96: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Warning lights come on when there When one of the warning lights could be a problem with a vehicle comes on and stays on while Gauges, and function. Some warning lights come driving, or when one of the gauges on briefly when the engine is started shows there may be a problem, Indicators...
Page 97: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission Shown, Metric and Manual Transmission Similar...
Page 98: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls Speedometer The trip odometer measures the The fuel gauge indicates about how distance the vehicle has been much fuel is left when the ignition is The speedometer shows the driven since the function was last turned to ON/RUN. vehicle's speed in either kilometers reset.
Page 99: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls The indicator moves a little when If the driver safety belt is buckled, If the passenger safety belt is turning a corner or speeding up. neither the chime nor the light buckled, neither the chime nor the comes on.
Page 100: Passenger Airbag Status
5-10 Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on. See Vehicle Messages on page 5 25. Passenger Airbag Status The airbag readiness light comes on United States Indicator for several seconds when the vehicle is started.
Page 101: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Instruments and Controls 5-11 If the word ON or the on symbol is dealer. Driving while this light is on WARNING (CONTINUED) lit on the passenger airbag status could drain the battery. If a short indicator, it means that the front distance must be driven with the avoid injury to yourself or others, outboard passenger frontal airbag...
Page 102 5-12 Instruments and Controls smoothly. This could lead to could damage the emission control costly repairs that might not be system on the vehicle. Diagnosis covered by the vehicle warranty. and service might be required. Notice: Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to engine, transmission, exhaust, the vehicle:...
Page 103 Instruments and Controls 5-13 The following may correct an If one or more of these conditions emission control system occurs, change the fuel brand used. malfunction: It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. Check that the fuel cap is fully installed.
Page 104: Service Vehicle Soon
5-14 Instruments and Controls happen if the 12-volt battery has If the light comes on, take the If the warning light comes on, there recently been replaced or run vehicle to your dealer for service as is a brake problem. Have the brake down.
Page 105: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and Controls 5-15 This light should come on briefly Antilock Brake System problem with the regular brakes. when the ignition is turned to ON. See Brake System Warning Light on (ABS) Warning Light If it does not come on then, have it page 5 14.
Page 106: Power Steering Warning
5-16 Instruments and Controls Power Steering Warning Traction Off Light See Traction Control System (TCS) ® on page 9 27 and StabiliTrak Light System on page 9 29. ® StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, This light comes on briefly when the have the vehicle serviced by your ignition is turned to ON/RUN as a...
Page 107: Traction Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-17 See Traction Control System (TCS) If the indicator/warning light is on Notice: Driving with the engine ® on page 9 27 and StabiliTrak and flashing, the TCS and/or the coolant temperature warning light System on page 9 29. StabiliTrak system is actively on could cause the vehicle to working.
Page 108: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Engine Oil Pressure Light If the vehicle has low engine oil Monitor System (TPMS), this light pressure, this light will stay on after comes on briefly when the engine is the engine is started, or come on started.
Page 109: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Low Fuel Warning Light vehicle serviced by your dealer. vehicle and turn off the ignition. Wait If the system is working normally, for 10 seconds and restart the the indicator light turns off. vehicle. This might correct the condition.
Page 110: Daytime Running Lamps
5-20 Instruments and Controls Daytime Running Lamps For vehicles with front fog lamps, Cruise Control Light this light, in the display on the top of (DRL) Indicator Light the center stack, comes on when the front fog lamps are in use. The light goes out when the front fog lamps are turned off.
Page 111: Door Ajar Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 Door Ajar Light Information Displays DIC Buttons Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays information about the vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. See Vehicle Messages on This light comes on when a door is page 5 25.
Page 112 5-22 Instruments and Controls Odo/Trip Menu Items Menu 1 Average Fuel Economy Press MENU until the upper display Press MENU until the lower display area flashes. Use to scroll area flashes. Use to scroll through the menu items. Not all through the menu items.
Page 113 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Fuel Range driving conditions change. Unlike Timer average economy, this display cannot be reset. Average Speed Metric Shown, English Similar This display can be used as a timer. This displays the approximate To start the timer, press SET/CLR distance the vehicle can be driven while the timer is displayed.
Page 114 5-24 Instruments and Controls Menu 2 Maintenance Schedule. See Tire Learn Maintenance Schedule on This display allows for matching of Press MENU until one of the page 11 2. the TPMS sensors. See Tire following items is displayed on the Pressure Monitor System on Remember, the oil life display must upper and lower display areas.
Page 115: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Vehicle Messages 21: Check Left Position Lamp Vehicle 22: Check Right Position Lamp Personalization DIC messages display when the 23: Reversing Lamp Failure status of the vehicle has changed Personalization Menu (Radio and action may be needed to 24: License Plate Lamp Failure Without Touchscreen) correct the condition.
Page 116 5-26 Instruments and Controls 2. Turn the MENU TUNE knob to 2. Press the MENU TUNE knob to 4. To save and return to the Time select the desired menu. select. Settings menu, press BACK button at any time. 3. Press the MENU TUNE knob. Press BACK to go back to the last menu.
Page 117 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Set Date Format Auto Volume 2. Press the Menu Tune knob to select the value. Select this to set the month and day The auto volume feature format. automatically adjusts the radio Vehicle Settings volume to compensate for road and 1.
Page 118: Power Door Locks
5-28 Instruments and Controls 2. Press the Menu Tune knob to Exit Lighting 2. Press the Menu Tune knob to select. select. This allows the selection of how 3. Turn the Menu Tune knob to the long the exterior lamps stay on Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out when leaving the vehicle and it is desired level.
Page 119 Instruments and Controls 5-29 Lock, Unlock, Settings 1. Turn the Menu Tune knob to the settings. Press MENU TUNE when desired selection. Vehicle Factory Settings is selected Select Power Door Locks and the and open the menu. Select Yes or 2.
Page 120 5-30 Instruments and Controls About Press the menu item to select it. Press Auto Fan Speed when Each of the menus is detailed in the highlighted. Select Low, Medium, DivX® VOD following information. or High. Press Climate and Air Quality Settings menus and functions may Auto Compartment Zone Temp Select the Climate and Air Quality...
Page 121 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Press Air Quality Sensor when Auto Rear Defog Remote Start Auto Seat Cool highlighted. Select Off, Low This allows the auto rear defog to When on, this feature will turn the Sensitivity, High Sensitivity. be turned on or off. This feature will cooled seats on when using the Press automatically turn on the rear...
Page 122 5-32 Instruments and Controls Press Cluster Eco Telltale when Easy Exit Steering Column shifted out of R (Reverse), the highlighted. Select On or Off or turn. ignition is turned to OFF, or the This allows the selection of the vehicle is left in reverse. Press Easy Exit Steering Column position when exiting the vehicle.
Page 123 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Collision/Detection Systems Press Side Blind Zone Alert when Press Exit Lighting when highlighted. Select On or Off. highlighted. Select On or Off. Select the Collision/Detection Press Press Systems menu and the following may be displayed: Lighting Power Door Locks Park Assist Select the Lighting menu and the...
Page 124 5-34 Instruments and Controls Press Auto Door Lock when Press Delayed Door Lock when Passive Entry Lock highlighted. Select On or Off or turn. highlighted. Select On or Off. This feature can be turned on or off Press Press or to select feedback when using the button on the driver door to lock Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Lock, Unlock Settings...
Page 125 Instruments and Controls 5-35 Remote Lock Light & Horn Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors door. The current driver is identified Feedback when the RKE transmitter is used to When on, if the doors are unlocked unlock the driver door. This allows selection of what type of from the RKE transmitter and a door is not opened after a period of time, Memory Remote Recall is when the...
Page 126 5-36 Instruments and Controls Sport Steering Rear Camera Option All Wheel Drive Steering All Wheel Drive Steering This feature will turn on the all Select Rear Camera Option and the wheel drive steering feature. following may be displayed: Instrument Lighting Press All Wheel Drive Steering Guidelines Sport Suspension...
Page 127 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Text Scroll Max Startup Volume DivX VOD This allows the Text Scroll feature to This allows the startup volume of Press DivX VOD when highlighted. be turned on or off. the infotainment system to be set. DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital When on, if there is long text Press Max Startup Volume when...
Page 128 5-38 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 129: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting (Parking Lamps): Turns on the parking lamps, together with the taillamps, license plate lamp, and Exterior Lamp Controls instrument panel lights. Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 OFF: Turns all the lamps off, Exterior Lamps Off except the Daytime Running Reminder .
Page 130: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting Headlamp High/ Daytime Running When the DRL system is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) parking lamps, and instrument panel lights do not come on unless the The headlamps must be on for this Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can exterior lamp control is turned to the feature to work.
Page 131: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or Signals does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Replace any burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse.
Page 132: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps Turn the band to to turn the fog lamps on. The band automatically The courtesy lamps come on returns to its starting position when Instrument Panel automatically when any door is released. The fog lamp indicator opened and the dome lamp is in the Illumination Control light comes on in the center of the...
Page 133: Lighting Features
Lighting Move the control to change the Lighting Features Battery Power Protection lamp setting. The battery saver feature is OFF: Turns the lamps off, even Exit Lighting designed to protect the vehicle's when a door is open. battery. If the dome lamps are in the DOOR DOOR: Turns the lamps on position, they come on automatically If some interior lamps and/or...
Page 134 Lighting NOTES...
Page 135 Infotainment System Infotainment Phone Introduction Bluetooth (Overview) ..7-20 System Bluetooth (Infotainment Infotainment Controls) ....7-21 Hands-Free Phone .
Page 136: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker Overview adjustments, and preset radio stations. Radio Without Touchscreen See Defensive Driving on page 9 2. Contact your dealer before adding any equipment. Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the engine, radio, or other systems, and could damage them.
Page 137 Infotainment System 3. MENU/TUNE © 12. CONFIG (Configuration) SEEK (Previous) Press to open menus and Press to open the System Press to seek the previous select menu items. Configuration menu. station. Turn to highlight menu BACK Press and hold to reverse items or to set values while through the currently Press to go to the...
Page 138: Home Page
Infotainment System Radio With Touchscreen Home Page (Radio with Touchscreen) Touchscreen Buttons Touchscreen buttons show on the screen when available. When a function is unavailable, the button may gray out. When a function is selected, the button may highlight. Home Page Features (Volume) (Home Page) Press to decrease or...
Page 139: Operation
Infotainment System Turning the System On or Off telephone: Press to activate the Press and hold to mute the phone features (if equipped). See /VOL (Power/Volume): Press to infotainment system. Press Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7 20 turn the radio on and off. again or turn the /VOL knob to or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)
Page 140 Infotainment System Country 3. Press the MENU/TUNE knob to BACK: select the desired tone. Press the BACK button to go Press to: 4. Turn the MENU/TUNE knob to back to the Tone Settings menu. Exit a menu. adjust the desired tone. System Settings Go back to the previous menu 5.
Page 141 Infotainment System The level of volume compensation Automatic Switch-Off The level of volume compensation can be selected, or the feature can can be selected, or the feature can If the infotainment system has been be turned off. be turned off. turned on after the ignition is turned off, the system will turn off 1.
Page 142: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Tone Settings: Press menu, then Radio Radio Broadcast Data tone settings from the AM or System (RBDS) FM menu. AM-FM Radio RBDS is a service by FM stations that makes it easier to find radio EQ (Equalizer): Press Playing the Radio without stations with fault-free reception.
Page 143 Infotainment System Selecting an Auxiliary Device Favorites List Stations List 1. From AM or FM, turn the MENU/ There are two ways to select a Press the AUX button to select a TUNE knob to select the station from the Favorites List. connected auxiliary device.
Page 144 7-10 Infotainment System Some stations change the program From AM or FM, turn the MENU/ Playing the Radio with type code depending on the TUNE knob to select the Update AM Touchscreen content. The system stores the RDS or FM Stations List, then press the Audio Source Menu stations sorted by program type in MENU/TUNE knob.
Page 145 Infotainment System 7-11 Selecting a Band Selecting a Station Press to scroll through the list. Press on the station to Seek Tuning Press , audio, then Source select it. choose AM, FM, or SiriusXM®, If the radio station is not known: Station List if equipped.
Page 146: Satellite Radio
7-12 Infotainment System Update Station List Storing Stations Satellite Radio To store the station to a position in Vehicles with a SiriusXM® Satellite the list, press the corresponding Radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM button 1 5 until a beep is heard. Satellite subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.
Page 147 Infotainment System 7-13 Using the Preset Buttons Using the SiriusXM Menu 3. Press Source Operation 4. From the drop-down menu, press XM and the most recent 1. Press MENU on the XM radio listened to SiriusXM channel will screen. display. Press to return to the HOME menu.
Page 148: Radio Reception
7-14 Infotainment System 3. Press OK. 2. Press to find the desired station. Tune to the station by FM signals only reach about 16 to Tone Settings selecting it. 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the From the tone settings menu, the radio has a built-in electronic circuit Channel List sound features can be set up for...
Page 149: Multi-Band Antenna
Infotainment System 7-15 interfere with satellite radio signals, Audio Players Make sure the iPod has the latest causing the sound to fade in and firmware from Apple® for proper out. In addition, traveling or standing operation. iPod firmware can be USB Port under heavy foliage, bridges, updated using the latest iTunes®...
Page 150: Auxiliary Devices
7-16 Infotainment System FAT32. Auxiliary Devices Use the /VOL knob to adjust the exFAT. volume. Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Connecting a USB Storage Radio with Touchscreen Settings menus and functions may Device or iPod/iPhone vary depending on vehicle options. The infotainment system can play To connect a USB storage device, music or movies connected by the...
Page 151 Infotainment System 7-17 Using the AUX Movie Menu 2. Press the desired menu. 3. Press Source tone settings: Adjust the 4. Press AUX/USB. sound setup. See Tone To adjust the tone settings, see Settings under Radio Tone Settings under Radio Controls with Touchscreen Controls with Touchscreen in in Operation on page 7 5.
Page 152: Onstar ® System
7-18 Infotainment System Navigation OnStar Buttons Hands-Free Calling : Press to speak to an Advisor. Press to make a call, end a call, ® OnStar System and answer an incoming call. Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. If equipped, this vehicle has a Press to give OnStar Hands-Free...
Page 153: Onstar Services
Infotainment System 7-19 Press to move to the pressing . If there is no Press to connect to an navigation settings menu. operation for about Emergency Advisor. GPS five seconds, the current technology is used to identify the Press update route to update Turn-by-Turn Navigation vehicle location and can provide the route, then press Yes.
Page 154: Bluetooth (Overview)
7-20 Infotainment System Phone duplicate or rarely used entries. Vehicles with a Bluetooth system If possible, program speed dial can use a Bluetooth-capable cell or other shortcuts. phone with a Hands-Free Profile to Bluetooth (Overview) make and receive phone calls. The Review the controls and infotainment system is used to For vehicles equipped with...
Page 155: Controls)
Infotainment System 7-21 Bluetooth Controls Bluetooth (Infotainment (Push to Talk): Press to interact with Bluetooth or OnStar, Controls) For vehicles equipped with if equipped. See Bluetooth Bluetooth capability, use the buttons To use infotainment controls to (Overview) on page 7 20 or on the infotainment system and the access the menu system, see Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on...
Page 156 7-22 Infotainment System The pairing process is disabled according to the type of the phone. 5. Press Yes on the pop-up screen when the vehicle is moving. In this case, proceed with the of the Bluetooth device and phonebook download on phone. infotainment system.
Page 157 Infotainment System 7-23 4. Press bluetooth settings. Pairing a Phone successfully paired, the telephone screen is displayed on 5. Press pair device. When there is no paired device on the infotainment system. the infotainment system and the 6. Press Search Bluetooth Device. SSP is not supported: When the connection fails, a failure 7.
Page 158 7-24 Infotainment System indicates the 5. Press pair device. hands-free and phone music 6. The paired device will show with function are enabled. when connected. indicates only hands-free Disconnecting the Bluetooth function is enabled. Device indicates only Bluetooth 1. Press music is enabled.
Page 159 Infotainment System 7-25 7. Press Yes. Bluetooth music, connect the automatically play upon entering Bluetooth phone to the play mode, and it will Bluetooth Music infotainment system. automatically stop when the Before playing Bluetooth music, music player mode ends. If the If the Bluetooth device is read the follow information.
Page 160 7-26 Infotainment System Pause Playing a File Randomly in a different mode, then the device transmits the order to Press to pause. Press during playback. stop. Depending on the cell phone s options, this order to NO: Plays all files repeatedly. Press again to resume.
Page 161: Hands-Free Phone
Infotainment System 7-27 Hands-Free Phone system. Not all phones support all (Mute/End Call): Press to functions and not all phones work end a call, decline a call, or cancel General Information Without with the Hands-Free Phone system. an operation. Touchscreen Hands-Free Phone Controls Making a Call by Entering a Phone Number...
Page 162 7-28 Infotainment System Switching a Call to the Cell Phone Taking calls 2. Press on the phone book (Private Mode) screen. When a phone call comes through To switch the call from the cell the connected Bluetooth cell phone, 3. Use the keypad to input the phone to hands-free: the playing track will be cut off and name to search.
Page 163: Downloadable Applications Smartphone Link
Infotainment System 7-29 To search for the name Alex: Making a Call with Speed Dial Downloadable Numbers 1. Press (abc) to select the first Applications character. Press and hold the speed dial number using the keypad on the 2. Press (jkl) to select the second Smartphone Link telephone screen.
Page 164 7-30 Infotainment System On a BlackBerry® phone, Stitcher SmartRadio is an Internet iOS Version Error through Bluetooth wireless. radio service that streams news, If the iOS version of the iPhone is sports, and entertainment shows Stitcher less than 4.0, the error message is through the audio system.
Page 165: (Pandora)
Infotainment System 7-31 Press iPhone or bluetooth phone then press the desired If the activated application is on the on the smartphone list menu to application menu on the smartphone link menu, the switch to the desired device. infotainment system. activated in the upper position of the Displaying or Hiding Application HOME menu or playing screen.
Page 166 7-32 Infotainment System 5. Press smartphone link. Changing Tracks Creating Stations by Searching by Artist or Track 6. Press Pandora. Press to change to the next 1. Press MENU. The Pandora track. menu is displayed. Bookmark 2. Press create station. To bookmark a favorite artist or 3.
Page 167: (Stitcher)
Infotainment System 7-33 2. Connect the smartphone to the If the smartphone is not connected 2. Press QuickMix to listen to a infotainment system through the to the infotainment system or the selection of tracks from your USB port or Bluetooth wireless application is not installed on the stations.
Page 168: Bluetooth Phone/Devices Pictures And Movies
7-34 Infotainment System ID3 Tag information for MP3 Stitcher Menus Bluetooth Phone/ files, such as the album name The Stitcher Station menu displays Devices and the artist, can be played. available station data from the To display album title, track title, Stitcher server.
Page 169 Infotainment System 7-35 Only USB storage devices USB storage device capacity on while the USB device is formatted in FAT16/32, exFAT limit is 2,500 music files, 2500 connected, the USB device may file system are recognized. photo files, 250 movie files, be damaged or may not operate NTFS and other file systems are 2,500 folders, and 10 stages of...
Page 170 7-36 Infotainment System The iPod/iPhone may be damaged if the ignition is turned off when it is connected to the vehicle. When not in use, disconnect the iPod/iPhone. When the iPod/iPhone is connected to the USB port by using the iPod/iPhone cable, the Bluetooth music is not Refer to the table for the supported.
Page 171 Infotainment System 7-37 1: Plays the current file The information for songs Pause repeatedly. expressed in special symbols or Press to pause. in unavailable languages may be ALL: Plays all files repeatedly. displayed as Press to resume. OFF: Returns to normal Using the USB Music Menu playback.
Page 172 7-38 Infotainment System iPod/iPhone player To stop the device and select Press and hold during another media source, press playback to rewind or fast-forward. This feature is limited to models Source , then select the other Release the button to resume supporting the iPod/iPhone source.
Page 173 Infotainment System 7-39 The information displayed File extensions: .jpg, .bmp, .png, Tone Settings includes the title, file name, .gif. Animated .gif files are not 1. Press on the iPod menu. folder name, and artist/album supported. saved with the song. 2. Press tone settings. The tone Some files may not operate due settings menu is displayed.
Page 174 7-40 Infotainment System clock/temp display: allows Using the USB Picture Menu 3. Press Source . selection of On or Off to 1. Press MENU from the picture 4. Press USB picture. show the clock and screen. temperature on the full Some features are disabled while screen.
Page 175 Infotainment System 7-41 Playable Codec format: divx, Playing a Movie File Pause xvid, mpeg-1, mpeg-4 (mpg4, 1. Connect the USB device to the Press to pause. mp42, mp43), wmv9 (wmv3). USB port. Playable Audio format: MP3, Press to resume. 2. Press the screen to open to full AC3, AAC, WMA.
Page 176 7-42 Infotainment System display settings: adjusts for Viewing Full Screen Audio Language Brightness and Contrast. If the movie file has an audio Press from the movie screen. tone settings: shows the language, it can be used. Press again to return to the sound setup.
Page 177 Infotainment System 7-43 Trademarks and Covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents: 7,295,673; License Agreements 7,460,668; 7,515,710; 7,519,274. DivX®, DivX Certified® and FCC Information associated logos are trademarks of See Radio Frequency Statement on Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries page 13 15 regarding Part 15 of the Fees and Taxes: Subscription fee, and are used under license.
Page 178 7-44 Infotainment System Explicit Language Notice: Channels General Requirements: with frequent explicit language are 1. A License Agreement from indicated with an XL preceding the SiriusXM is required for any channel name. Channel blocking is product that incorporates available for SiriusXM Satellite SiriusXM Technology and/or for Radio receivers by notifying use of any of the SiriusXM...
Page 179 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or Systems decrease the fan speed. Turning the fan control to 0 turns the fan off. The Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation fan must be turned on to run the air for the vehicle can be controlled Climate Control Systems .
Page 180 Climate Controls ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. (Defog): This mode clears the (Recirculation): This mode If turned on again it runs for about windows of fog or moisture. Air is recirculates and helps to quickly five minutes before turning off. directed to the floor, windshield, and cool the air inside the vehicle.
Page 181 Climate Controls Air Vents Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow, Adjustable air vents are in the or leaves from air inlets at the center and on the side of the base of the windshield that could instrument panel. block the flow of air into the vehicle.
Page 182: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter Air Intake The filter removes dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2.
Page 183 Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....9-17 Traction Control Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-17 System (TCS) .
Page 184: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Driving Information WARNING passenger to handle potential distractions. Distracted Driving Taking your eyes off the road too Become familiar with vehicle long or too often could cause a Distraction comes in many forms features before driving, such as crash resulting in injury or death.
Page 185: Drunk Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the between you and the driver in vehicle is being driven, brake Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. normally but do not pump the are important factors in helping to brakes.
Page 186: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Holding both sides of the If the steering wheel is turned until it The vehicle's right wheels can drop steering wheel allows you to turn reaches the end of its travel and is off the edge of a road onto the 180 degrees without removing held against that position for an shoulder while driving.
Page 187: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Steering or Cornering Skid material on the road. Learn to WARNING too much speed or steering in a recognize warning clues such curve causes tires to slip and as enough water, ice, or packed Wet brakes can cause crashes. lose cornering force.
Page 188: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating Turn off cruise control. Check all fluid levels and brakes, Hydroplaning tires, cooling system, and Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water Highway Hypnosis transmission. can build up under the vehicle's Shift to a lower gear when going Always be alert and pay attention to tires so they actually ride on the down steep or long hills.
Page 189: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Winter Driving apply the brakes sooner than when WARNING (CONTINUED) on dry pavement. See Antilock Driving on Snow or Ice Brake System (ABS) on page 9 25. they would not work well. You Drive carefully when there is snow Allow greater following distance on would then have poor braking or or ice between the tires and the...
Page 190: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating Tie a red cloth to an outside feel really uncomfortable from the WARNING (CONTINUED) mirror. cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps. Fully open the air outlets on WARNING If it takes some time for help to or under the instrument arrive, now and then when you run panel.
Page 191: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating Slowly spinning the wheels in the WARNING WARNING forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could Do not load the vehicle any If the vehicle's tires spin at high free the vehicle. If that does not get speed, they can explode, and you heavier than the Gross the vehicle out after a few tries, it...
Page 192 9-10 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information The Tire and Loading Determine the combined Label Information label also shows the weight of the driver and tire size of the original passengers that will be riding equipment tires (3) and the in your vehicle.
Page 193 Driving and Operating 9-11 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 194 9-12 Driving and Operating seating positions. The combined fuel, and cargo. Never exceed weight of the driver, passengers, the GVWR for the vehicle, or the and cargo should never exceed Gross Axle Weight Rating the vehicle's capacity weight. (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle.
Page 195: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-13 If you put things inside the Starting and WARNING (CONTINUED) vehicle like suitcases, tools, Operating packages, or anything Never stack heavier else they will go as fast as the things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In vehicle goes. If you have to stop inside the vehicle so that or turn quickly, or if there is a Notice: The vehicle does not...
Page 196: Ignition Positions
9-14 Driving and Operating Following break in, engine speed 1 (STOPPING THE ENGINE/LOCK/ 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). and load can be gradually OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, This can be done while the increased. turn the ignition switch to LOCK/ vehicle is moving.
Page 197: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-15 Notice: Using a tool to force the If you leave the key in the ACC/ Starting the Engine key to turn in the ignition could ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position Automatic Transmission cause damage to the switch or with the engine off, the battery could break the key.
Page 198: Engine Heater
9-16 Driving and Operating Starting Procedure Notice: Holding the key in START you hold the key in START for for longer than 15 seconds at a about three seconds. If the 1. With your foot off the accelerator time will cause the battery to be vehicle starts briefly but then pedal, turn the ignition to START.
Page 199: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-17 Retained Accessory WARNING Power (RAP) Plugging the cord into an These vehicle accessories may be ungrounded outlet could cause an used for up to 10 minutes after the electrical shock. Also, the wrong engine is turned off: kind of extension cord could Audio System overheat and cause a fire.
Page 200 9-18 Driving and Operating 2. Move the shift lever into P (Park) Torque Lock (Automatic WARNING (CONTINUED) by pressing the button on the Transmission) shift lever and pushing the lever Do not leave the vehicle when the If you are parking on a hill and you all the way toward the front of do not shift your transmission into engine is running.
Page 201: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-19 Shifting out of Park 3. Press the shift lever button. lost power, the shift lever cannot be moved from P (Park) unless the shift 4. Move the shift lever to the This vehicle is equipped with a shift lock manual release is disengaged desired position.
Page 202: Parking
9-20 Driving and Operating Parking Parking over Things That Burn If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before getting out of the vehicle, move the shift lever into WARNING R (Reverse) if parking on a downhill slope. On a level surface or an Things that can burn could touch uphill slope, use 1 (First) gear.
Page 203: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating 9-21 Engine Exhaust Running the Vehicle WARNING (CONTINUED) While Parked There are holes or openings WARNING It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from engine running. damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not monoxide (CO) which cannot be...
Page 204: Automatic Transmission
9-22 Driving and Operating Automatic ease pressure on the shift lever and WARNING push the shift lever all the way into Transmission P (Park) as you maintain brake It is dangerous to get out of the application. Then move the shift The automatic transmission is an vehicle if the shift lever is not fully lever into another gear.
Page 205 Driving and Operating 9-23 D (Drive): This position is for L (Low): This position locks the WARNING normal driving. It allows the transmission in 1 (First) gear. Select transmission to shift into all four 1 (First) for maximum engine Shifting into a drive gear while the forward gears.
Page 206: Manual Transmission
9-24 Driving and Operating Manual Transmission If you have come to a complete stop R (Reverse): To back up, press and it is hard to shift into 1 (First), down the clutch pedal and shift into put the shift lever in Neutral and let R (Reverse).
Page 207: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating 9-25 Up-Shift Light Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a System (ABS) computer senses that the wheels are slowing down.
Page 208: Parking Brake
9-26 Driving and Operating suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake Notice: Driving with the parking leave enough room up ahead to brake on can overheat the brake stop, even with ABS. system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system Using ABS parts.
Page 209: Ride Control Systems
Driving and Operating 9-27 Minor brake pedal pulsation or brakes will automatically release Ride Control Systems pedal movement during this time is when the accelerator pedal is normal and the driver should applied within the two-second Traction Control continue to apply the brake pedal as window.
Page 210 9-28 Driving and Operating Notice: Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle's driveline could be damaged. TCS/StabiliTrak Light Traction Off Light flashes to indicate that the The Traction Off Light comes on to traction control system is active. indicate that TCS has been turned off.
Page 211: Stabilitrak System
Driving and Operating 9-29 If cruise control is being used when StabiliTrak is on automatically comes on and stays on, reset TCS activates, cruise control will whenever the vehicle is started. To the system: automatically disengage. Press the assist with directional control of the 1.
Page 212: Cruise Control
9-30 Driving and Operating Cruise Control WARNING For vehicles with cruise control, the Cruise control can be dangerous vehicle can maintain a speed of where you cannot drive safely at about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more a steady speed. So, do not use without keeping your foot on the the cruise control on winding accelerator.
Page 213 Driving and Operating 9-31 Resuming a Set Speed (Cancel): Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the If the cruise control is set at a set speed from memory. desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control is Setting Cruise Control disengaged without erasing the set If the cruise button is on when not in...
Page 214: Fuel
9-32 Driving and Operating Reducing Speed While Using might have to step on the Fuel Cruise Control accelerator pedal to maintain the Use of the recommended fuel is an vehicle speed. When going If the cruise control system is important part of the proper downhill, you might have to brake or already activated: maintenance of this vehicle.
Page 215: Recommended Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-33 Gasoline Specifications vehicle might fail a smog check test. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on At a minimum, gasoline should meet page 5 11. If this occurs, return to ASTM specification D 4814. Some your authorized dealer for diagnosis. gasolines contain an If it is determined that the condition octane-enhancing additive called...
Page 216 9-34 Driving and Operating deposits from forming, allowing the System Treatment PLUS is the only Some gasolines that are not emission control system to work gasoline additive recommended by reformulated for low emissions can properly. In most cases, nothing General Motors. It is available at contain an octane-enhancing should have to be added to the fuel.
Page 217: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-35 Filling the Tank The tethered fuel cap is behind a WARNING (CONTINUED) hinged fuel door on the passenger side of the vehicle. To open the fuel WARNING Fuel can spray out if the fuel filler door, lift the fuel door release cap is opened too quickly.
Page 218: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-36 Driving and Operating When replacing the fuel cap, turn it light, and could damage the fuel WARNING (CONTINUED) clockwise until it clicks. Make sure tank and emissions system. See the cap is fully installed. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp on Place the nozzle inside the fill diagnostic system can determine if page 5 11.
Page 219: General Towing
Driving and Operating 9-37 Towing Conversions and Add-Ons General Towing Information Add-On Electrical Equipment The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer. Notice: Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty.
Page 220 9-38 Driving and Operating NOTES...
Page 221: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Washer Fluid ....10-17 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Brakes ..... 10-18 Stoplamps, and Back-Up Brake Fluid .
Page 222: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Appearance Care General Information Operation ....10-43 Exterior Care ....10-68 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Inspection .
Page 223: California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
Vehicle Care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock Doing Your Own many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability Service Work wear by-products contain and/or control.
Page 224: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care Keep a record with all parts receipts 1. Pull the hood release handle and list the mileage and the date of inside the vehicle. It is on the any service work performed. lower left side of the instrument panel.
Page 225: Engine Compartment
Vehicle Care 10-5 into place when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage. 2. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in) above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches. Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary.
Page 226 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview...
Page 227: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-7 1. Windshield Washer Fluid 11. Engine Compartment Fuse Checking Engine Oil Reservoir. See Washer Fluid on Block on page 10 28. It is a good idea to check the engine page 10 17. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to Engine Oil 2.
Page 228 10-8 Vehicle Care 2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it to the engine. If you find that you Specification with a paper towel or cloth, then have an oil level above the Use and ask for licensed engine oils push it back in all the way.
Page 229: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-9 Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not Engine Oil Life System recommended and could cause SAE 5W-20 is the best viscosity When to Change Engine Oil engine damage not covered by the grade for the vehicle. Do not use vehicle warranty.
Page 230: Automatic Transmission
10-10 Vehicle Care and, at this time, the system must 2. Press and hold the SET/CLR procedure is difficult, this should be be reset. Your dealer has trained button on the DIC for more than done at the dealer. Contact the service people who will perform this five seconds.
Page 231: Hydraulic Clutch
Vehicle Care 10-11 Hydraulic Clutch How to Check and Add Fluid page 11 2. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the Visually check the brake/clutch fluid For vehicles with a manual filter at each engine oil change. reservoir to make sure the fluid level transmission, it is not necessary to is at the MIN (minimum) line on the How to Inspect the Engine Air...
Page 232: Cooling System
10-12 Vehicle Care 1. Remove the six screws and lift Cooling System WARNING the cover out of the assembly. The cooling system allows the 2. Inspect or replace the engine air An electric engine cooling fan engine to maintain the correct cleaner/filter.
Page 233: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-13 Gives boiling protection up to corrosion. In addition, the engine What to Use 129°C (265°F), engine coolant may require changing temperature. sooner, at the first maintenance WARNING service after each 30,000 miles Protects against rust and (50 000 km) or 24 months, Adding only plain water or some corrosion.
Page 234 10-14 Vehicle Care requirements regarding used could cause the engine to coolant disposal. This will help overheat and be severely protect the environment and your damaged. health. If no problem is found, check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant Checking Coolant surge tank.
Page 235 Vehicle Care 10-15 will allow any pressure still left to WARNING WARNING be vented out the discharge hose. Adding only plain water or some You can be burned if you spill 2. Keep turning the pressure cap other liquid to the cooling system coolant on hot engine parts.
Page 236: Engine Overheating
10-16 Vehicle Care Notice: If the pressure cap is not Then check to see if the engine WARNING (CONTINUED) tightly installed, coolant loss and cooling fan is running. If the engine possible engine damage may is overheating, the fan should be Wait until there is no sign of occur.
Page 237: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-17 If the overheat warning is displayed If the warning continues, pull over, Adding Washer Fluid with no sign of steam: stop, and park the vehicle right away. 1. Turn the air conditioning off. If there is no sign of steam, idle the 2.
Page 238: Brakes
10-18 Vehicle Care Fill the washer fluid tank only Brake linings should always be WARNING three-quarters full when it is replaced as complete axle sets. very cold. This allows for Brake Pedal Travel The brake wear warning sound fluid expansion if freezing means that soon the brakes will occurs, which could damage See your dealer if the brake pedal...
Page 239: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-19 installing disc brake pads that are There are only two reasons why the WARNING wrong for the vehicle, can change brake fluid level in the reservoir the balance between the front and might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it rear brakes for the worse.
Page 240: Battery
10-20 Vehicle Care When the brake/clutch fluid falls to a spill brake fluid on the WARNING low level, the brake warning light vehicle. If you do, wash it off comes on. See Brake System immediately. With the wrong kind of fluid in the Warning Light on page 5 14.
Page 241: Starter Switch Check
Vehicle Care 10-21 Vehicle Storage Starter Switch Check If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service. WARNING WARNING Automatic Transmission Batteries have acid that can burn When you are doing this you and gas that can explode. Shift Lock Control inspection, the vehicle could You can be badly hurt if you are...
Page 242: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
10-22 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) 3. With the engine off, turn the Park Brake and P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: ignition on, but do not start the Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to engine. Without applying the P (Park).
Page 243: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-23 damage that occurs would not be 3. Remove the wiper blade. Headlamp Aiming covered by your warranty. Do not 4. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper Headlamp aim has been preset and allow the wiper arm to touch the blade replacement.
Page 244: Bulb Replacement
10-24 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn 2. Remove the connector retaining tab (1). Signal and Parking For the proper type of replacement 3. Disconnect the wiring harness Lamps bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on connector from the bulb (3) by page 10 27.
Page 245: Fog Lamps
Vehicle Care 10-25 Fog Lamps Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up To replace the front fog lamp bulb: Lamps 1. Locate the fog lamp under the front fascia. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog lamp bulb assembly. 3. Remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out of the assembly.
Page 246: License Plate Lamp
10-26 Vehicle Care 7. Reinstall the lamp assembly and 3. Turn the bulb socket (3) two screws. counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp assembly. License Plate Lamp 4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of the socket. 5. Push the new bulb into the socket.
Page 247: Replacement Bulbs
Vehicle Care 10-27 Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause Bulb Exterior Lamp Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in Number some cases to remain off. Have the Overload Back-Up Lamps headlamp wiring checked right away The vehicle has fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or Front Turn Signal/...
Page 248: Fuses And Circuit
10-28 Vehicle Care Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Breakers Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
Page 249 Vehicle Care 10-29...
Page 250 10-30 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped Number Usage Number Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Headlamp Front Wiper features shown. High Left Number Usage Front Wiper Headlamp High Control Relay Windshield Washer Right Spare Fuse Rear Window Fan Low Washer Relay...
Page 251 Vehicle Care 10-31 Auxiliary Fuse Block Number Usage Air Conditioning Relay Air Conditioning ECM/TCM 1 ECM/TCM 2 Low Vacuum Switch Automatic Occupant Sensing The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and Mirror Heater features shown. The auxiliary fuse block is located Rear Defog on the driver side of the vehicle,...
Page 252: Block
10-32 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block Open the fuse panel door by pulling Remove the fuse panel door out at the top. diagonally. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the The instrument panel fuse block is vehicle may damage it. Always on the underside of the driver side keep the covers on any electrical instrument panel.
Page 253 Vehicle Care 10-33 Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Rear Parking Assist Not Used Body Control Heater, Ventilation, Module 1 and Air Conditioning Body Control Module 2 Switch Heated Seat Body Control Module 3 Not Used Body Control Blower Module 6 Body Control Body Control Module 4...
Page 254: Wheels And Tires
10-34 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Number Usage Number Usage OnStar Not Used Tires Not Used Spare Fuse Every new GM vehicle has Instrument Cluster Spare Fuse high-quality tires made by a Air Bag Ignition Spare Fuse leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for Rear Window Spare Fuse...
Page 255: All-Season Tires
Vehicle Care 10-35 identified by the last two characters WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING (CONTINUED) of this TPC code, which will be MS. Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can Consider installing winter tires on same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the the vehicle if frequent driving on tires.
Page 256: Summer Tires
10-36 Vehicle Care With winter tires, there may be Summer Tires decreased dry road traction, This vehicle may come with high increased road noise, and shorter performance summer tires. These tread life. After changing to winter tires have a special tread and tires, be alert for changes in vehicle compound that are optimized for handling and braking.
Page 257: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-37 criteria have a TPC specification (4) Tire Identification Number (7) Maximum Cold Inflation code molded onto the sidewall. (TIN) The letters and numbers Load Limit Maximum load that GM's TPC specifications meet or following the DOT code are the can be carried and the exceed all federal safety Tire Identification Number (TIN).
Page 258: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-38 Vehicle Care vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of steering, power brakes, power standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air and Rim Association. conditioning. (6) Service Description These (2) Tire Width The three-digit characters represent the load Aspect Ratio...
Page 259 Vehicle Care 10-39 before a tire has built up heat GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to on page 10 41. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 9. which a cold tire can be inflated.
Page 260 10-40 Vehicle Care outward when mounted on a A metal support for a tire UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality vehicle. The side of the tire that and upon which the tire beads Grading Standards) A tire contains a whitewall, bears are seated. information system that provides white lettering, or bears consumers with ratings for a...
Page 261: Tire Pressure
Vehicle Care 10-41 Premature or Vehicle Placard A label For additional information irregular wear. permanently attached to a regarding how much weight the vehicle showing the vehicle vehicle can carry, and an Poor handling. capacity weight and the original example of the Tire and Loading Reduced fuel economy.
Page 262: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-42 Vehicle Care has not been driven for at least Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly three hours or no more than System under-inflated. 1.6 km (1 mi). The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire Remove the valve cap from the (TPMS) uses radio and sensor...
Page 263: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-43 The TPMS malfunction indicator is Federal Communications combined with the low tire pressure Commission (FCC) Rules and telltale. When the system detects a with Industry Canada malfunction, the telltale will flash for Standards approximately one minute and then See Radio Frequency Statement on remain continuously illuminated.
Page 264 10-44 Vehicle Care A Tire and Loading Information label Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits is replaced and the sensor shows the size of the original use a GM-approved liquid tire matching process is performed equipment tires and the correct sealant. Using non-approved tire successfully.
Page 265 Vehicle Care 10-45 could prevent the TPMS from the tire/wheel positions, using a 5. Press and hold the SET/CLR functioning properly. See Buying TPMS relearn tool, in the following button to begin the sensor New Tires on page 10 48. order: driver side front tire, matching process.
Page 266: Tire Inspection
10-46 Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, 9. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Inspection or other damage that cannot front tire, and repeat the We recommend that the tires, procedure in Step 8. be repaired well because of including the spare tire, if the the size or location of the 10.
Page 267: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-47 Check that all wheel nuts are tire rotation to prevent corrosion properly tightened. See Wheel or rust build-up. Do not get Nut Torque under Capacities grease on the flat wheel and Specifications on mounting surface or on the page 12 2.
Page 268: Buying New Tires
10-48 Vehicle Care Treadwear indicators are one way to Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, tell when it is time for new tires. GM strongly recommends Tires age when stored normally Treadwear indicators appear when buying tires with the same TPC mounted on a parked vehicle.
Page 269 Vehicle Care 10-49 Braking and handling WARNING WARNING performance may be adversely affected if all the tires are not Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the replaced at the same time. improper service. Attempting vehicle may cause the wheel If proper rotation and to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks...
Page 270: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-50 Vehicle Care The Tire and Loading Uniform Tire Quality WARNING Information Label indicates the Grading original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire on page 9 9, for the label level of performance and safety if...
Page 271 Vehicle Care 10-51 nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include or to some limited-production the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, tires.
Page 272: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-52 Vehicle Care performance on the laboratory road, the tires and wheels might WARNING need to be rebalanced. See your test wheel than the minimum dealer for proper diagnosis. required by law. Warning: The Using the wrong replacement temperature grade for this tire is wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel Wheel Replacement established for a tire that is...
Page 273: If A Tire Goes Flat
Vehicle Care 10-53 Used Replacement Wheels If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (CONTINUED) This vehicle has a tire sealant and WARNING parts. The area damaged by the compressor kit. See Tire Sealant tire chains could cause loss of and Compressor Kit on page 10 54. Replacing a wheel with a used control and a crash.
Page 274: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-54 Vehicle Care accelerator pedal and steer to 3. Turn off the engine. WARNING straighten the vehicle. It may be 4. Inspect the flat tire. very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake Lifting a vehicle and getting under If the tire has been separated from to a stop, well off the road, it to do maintenance or repairs is the wheel, has damaged sidewalls,...
Page 275 Vehicle Care 10-55 If the tire has been separated from WARNING (CONTINUED) WARNING the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, or has a large puncture, the tire is It can cause unconsciousness Storing the tire sealant and too severely damaged for the tire and even death.
Page 276 10-56 Vehicle Care 4. Tire Sealant Canister Check the tire sealant expiration See If a Tire Goes Flat on date on the tire sealant canister. page 10 53 for other important 5. On/Off Button The tire sealant canister (4) should safety warnings.
Page 277 Vehicle Care 10-57 4. Attach the air only hose (10) to 5. Slide the base of the tire sealant 7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) to the sealant canister inlet canister (3) into the slot on the the tire valve stem by turning it valve (1) by turning it clockwise top of the compressor (6) to hold clockwise until tight.
Page 278 10-58 Vehicle Care 8. Plug the power plug (9) into the pressure will quickly drop and the accessory power outlet and accessory power outlet in the start to rise again as the tire unscrew the inflating hose from vehicle. Unplug all items from inflates with air only.
Page 279 Vehicle Care 10-59 15. Replace the tire valve 20. If the flat tire was able to inflate 23. Stop at a safe location and stem cap. to the recommended inflation check the tire pressure. Refer pressure, remove the to Steps 1 10 under Using the 16.
Page 280 10-60 Vehicle Care 24. Wipe off any sealant from the Using the Tire Sealant and wheel, tire, or vehicle. Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not 25. Dispose of the used tire Punctured) sealant canister (4) at a local dealer or in accordance with The kit includes: local state codes and practices.
Page 281 Vehicle Care 10-61 1. Remove the compressor from its 6. Plug the power plug (9) into the 9. Inflate the tire to the storage location. See Storing the accessory power outlet in the recommended inflation pressure Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit vehicle.
Page 282: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-62 Vehicle Care Notice: If the recommended 13. Replace the tire valve pressure cannot be reached after stem cap. approximately 25 minutes, the 14. Return the air only hose (10) vehicle should not be driven and power plug (9) back to farther.
Page 283: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-63 Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps The jump start positive post is in the could result in costly damage to engine compartment on the driver For more information about the the vehicle that would not be side of the vehicle. See Engine vehicle battery, see Battery on covered by the warranty.
Page 284 10-64 Vehicle Care not have a 12-volt system with a 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. WARNING (CONTINUED) negative ground, both vehicles Turn off all lights and can be damaged. accessories in both vehicles, Be sure the battery has enough except the hazard warning 2.
Page 285: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-65 5. Connect one end of the red Notice: If the jumper cables are Towing positive (+) cable to the connected or removed in the positive (+) post (2) on the wrong order, electrical shorting Towing the Vehicle discharged battery.
Page 286: Recreational Vehicle
10-66 Vehicle Care The proper towing equipment. Recreational Vehicle Notice: If the vehicle is towed See your dealer or trailering with all four wheels on the Towing professional for additional advice ground, the drivetrain and equipment components could be damaged. Recreational vehicle towing refers to recommendations.
Page 287 Vehicle Care 10-67 Dinghy Towing (With Manual Notice: If 89 km/h (55 mph) is Dolly Towing exceeded while towing the Transmission) vehicle, it could be damaged. Never exceed 89 km/h (55 mph) while towing the vehicle. Tow the vehicle with the two rear wheels on the ground and the front To dinghy tow the vehicle from the wheels on a dolly:...
Page 288: Appearance Care
10-68 Vehicle Care 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a Appearance Care exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) straight-ahead position with a can result in damage or removal clamping device designed for of paint and decals. Exterior Care towing. Rinse the vehicle well, before Washing the Vehicle 5.
Page 289 Vehicle Care 10-69 cleaners that are marked safe for Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Clean rubber blades using a lint-free painted surfaces to remove foreign Parts cloth or paper towel soaked with matter. windshield washer fluid or a mild Regularly clean bright metal parts detergent.
Page 290 10-70 Vehicle Care Tires and dust. Always wash the check constant velocity joints, chrome with soap and water after rubber boots, and axle seals for Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to exposure. leaks. clean the tires. Notice: To avoid surface damage, Body Component Lubrication Notice: Using petroleum-based do not use strong soaps,...
Page 291: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-71 material to parts repaired or Interior Care remain on the surface being replaced to restore corrosion cleaned for extended periods To prevent dirt particle abrasions, protection. of time. regularly clean the vehicle's interior. Cleaners may contain solvents that Original manufacturer replacement Immediately remove any soils.
Page 292 10-72 Vehicle Care 3.78 L (1 gal) of water. Notice: Cleaning the windshield Fabric/Carpet/Suede A concentrated soap solution will with water during the first three to Start by vacuuming the surface leave a residue that creates six months of ownership will using a soft brush attachment.
Page 293 Vehicle Care 10-73 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Radio Displays Use a soft microfiber cloth a clean area frequently to dampened with water to remove...
Page 294: Floor Mats
10-74 Vehicle Care Do not use cleaners that increase Use the following guidelines for WARNING gloss, especially on the instrument proper floor mat usage: panel. Reflected glare can decrease The original equipment floor Do not bleach or dye safety belts. visibility through the windshield mats were designed for your It may severely weaken them.
Page 295 Vehicle Care 10-75 Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place.
Page 296 10-76 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 297: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil Maintenance Your vehicle is an important changes and tire rotations and investment. This section describes additional maintenance items like the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper vehicle.
Page 298: Maintenance Schedule
11-2 Service and Maintenance Frequently towing a trailer. Because of the way people use Maintenance vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Used for high speed or Schedule There may need to be more competitive driving. frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery Owner Checks and Services Additional Required Services service.
Page 299 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check windshield washer fluid Check restraint system year. The engine oil and filter must level. See Washer Fluid on components. See Safety System be changed at least once a year page 10 17. Check on page 3 16. and the oil life system must be reset.
Page 300 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. Check accessory drive belt tension, or once a year, whichever comes first. Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage. Check the hold open ability of the strut.
Page 301 Service and Maintenance 11-5...
Page 302 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (6) Inspect for fraying, excessive Schedule Additional Required cracking, or damage; replace, Services Normal if needed. (1) Or every two years, whichever (7) Or every two years, whichever comes first. More frequent comes first. replacement may be needed if the vehicle is driven in areas with heavy traffic, areas with poor air quality,...
Page 303 Service and Maintenance 11-7...
Page 304: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (4) Or every five years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. See Cooling System on Services Services Severe page 10 12. (1) Or every two years, whichever (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Severe Commercial Use comes first.
Page 305: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 To avoid break down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Additional 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 11-10 Service and Maintenance Lamps the shocks and struts for signs Vehicle Care of leaking, blown seals, Properly working headlamps, To help keep the vehicle looking like or damage, and can advise taillamps, and brake lamps are new, vehicle care products are when service is needed.
Page 307 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Windshield For safety, appearance, and the best viewing, keep the windshield clean and clear. Signs of damage include scratches, cracks, and chips. Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed. Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view.
Page 308: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 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 Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 309: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant 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. Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
Page 310 11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts (cont'd) Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Wiper Blades Driver Side 60 cm (23.6 in) 95108156 Passenger Side 40 cm (15.7 in) 95108153 Rear 96688389...
Page 311: Maintenance Records
Service and Maintenance 11-15 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 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 313 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 314 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 315: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 316: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 317 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Transmission, Automatic 4.5 L 4.8 qt Wheel Nut Torque 92 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code...
Page 318 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 319: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 320 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be...
Page 321: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 322: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Online Owner Experience 1-800-263-3777 (English) (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com 1-800-263-7854 (French) (Warranty Tracking 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Information): Track the vehicle s The Chevrolet online owner Telephone devices (TTYs)) warranty information. experience is a one-stop resource Roadside Assistance: that allows interaction with (Recall Information): View...
Page 323: Program
GM Mobility General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 324 Road or Highway: Tow to the the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. driven on a non-public road or nearest Chevrolet dealer for Chevrolet and General Motors of highway. warranty service, or if the vehicle Canada Limited reserve the right to was in a crash and cannot be...
Page 325: Scheduling Service
Customer Information 13-7 restricted. Propane and other to Roadside Assistance. If your dealer requests you to bring fuels are not provided through Mechanical failures may be the vehicle for service, you are this service. covered, however any cost for urged to do so as early in the work parts and labor for repairs not day as possible to allow for Lock-Out Service: Vehicle...
Page 326 13-8 Customer Information furnished with each new vehicle Public Transportation or Fuel Rental reimbursement will be limited provides detailed warranty coverage Reimbursement and must be supported by original information. receipts. This requires that you sign If the vehicle requires overnight and complete a rental agreement warranty repairs, and public Transportation Options...
Page 327: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 General Motors reserves the right to ensure that the vehicle's designed corrosion problems, and may not unilaterally modify, change, appearance, durability, and safety perform properly in subsequent or discontinue Courtesy are preserved. The use of Genuine collisions. Aftermarket parts are not Transportation at any time and to GM parts can help maintain the GM covered by the GM New Vehicle...
Page 328 13-10 Customer Information Vehicle Identification Many insurance policies provide If a Crash Occurs Number (VIN). reduced protection to the GM If there has been an injury, call vehicle by limiting compensation for Insurance company and policy emergency services for help. Do not damage repairs by using number.
Page 329: Service Publications
Customer Information 13-11 original GM parts. Remember, Service Publications In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, recycled parts will not be covered by Owner Manual, and Warranty Ordering Information the GM vehicle warranty. Booklet. Service Manuals Insurance pays the bill for the repair, RETAIL SELL PRICE: but you must live with the repair.
Page 330: Reporting Safety Defects
13-12 Customer Information Or write to: Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Helm, Incorporated Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Attention: Customer Service (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to 47911 Halyard Drive Reporting Safety Defects http://www.safercar.gov; or Plymouth, MI 48170 to the United States write to: Prices are subject to change without...
Page 331: Reporting Safety Defects To
Customer Information 13-13 Reporting Safety Defects Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Vehicle Data to the Canadian Chevrolet Motor Division Recording and Chevrolet Customer Assistance Government Privacy Center If you live in Canada, and you P.O. Box 33170 The vehicle has a number of...
Page 332: Event Data Recorders
13-14 Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a if the vehicle is leased, with the better understanding of the consent of the lessee; in response This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and to an official request by police or event data recorder (EDR).
Page 333: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
Customer Information 13-15 Radio Frequency Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Identification (RFID) 1. The device may not cause RFID technology is used in some harmful interference. vehicles for functions such as tire 2. The device must accept any pressure monitoring and ignition interference received, including system security, as well as in...
Page 334 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 335: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Push Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
Page 336: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Push the OnStar Emergency button OnStar Services equipped with automatic door locks, to get a priority connection to an and can help police locate the Emergency Advisor available vehicle if it is stolen. Emergency 24/7 to: Navigation With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency.
Page 337: Connections
OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds Destination Download: Push with the last direction given, then During a Planned Route then request the Advisor to responds with OnStar ready, download directions to the Cancel Route then a tone. navigation system in the vehicle.
Page 338 14-4 OnStar 2. Say Call. System responds: End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Please say the name or number Number Push . System responds: Call to call. ended. 1. Push . System responds: 3. Say the entire number without OnStar ready.
Page 339: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling perform a vehicle check every are available on most vehicles. Not Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, all OnStar services are available transmission, antilock brakes, and everywhere or on all vehicles.
Page 340 14-6 OnStar network capacity, reception, and Services for People with OnStar.com technology compatible with OnStar Disabilities The website provides access to service. Service involving location account information, manages the Advisors provide services to help information about the vehicle cannot OnStar subscription, and allows subscribers with physical disabilities work unless GPS signals are viewing of videos of each service.
Page 341 OnStar 14-7 manufacturer of the vehicle garages; or in an area with very Unable to Connect to OnStar furnishes detailed warranty dense trees. If GPS signals are Message information. not available, the OnStar system If there is limited cellular coverage should still operate to call Languages or the cellular network has reached...
Page 342 14-8 OnStar Privacy Permission to use, copy, modify, Except as contained in this notice, and distribute this software for any the name of a copyright holder shall The complete OnStar Privacy purpose with or without fee is not be used in advertising or Statement may be found at hereby granted, provided that the otherwise to promote the sale, use...
Page 343 OnStar 14-9 Johnny Lee, Onno van der Linden, 2. Redistributions in binary form Info-ZIP releases including, but Igor Mandrichenko, Steve P. Miller, (compiled executables) must not limited to, labeling of the Sergio Monesi, Keith Owens, reproduce the above copyright altered versions with the names George Petrov, Greg Roelofs, Kai notice, definition, disclaimer, and Info-ZIP (or any variation...
Page 344 14-10 OnStar NOTES...
Page 345 INDEX Airbags Automatic Adding Equipment to the Door Locks ....2-5 Accessories and Vehicle ..... .3-28 Transmission .
Page 346 INDEX Bulb Replacement ... . 10-27 Carbon Monoxide Cleaning Fog Lamps ... . . 10-25, 6-3 Engine Exhaust ....9-21 Exterior Care .
Page 347 INDEX Cruise Control ....9-30 Dome Lamps ....6-4 Light .
Page 348 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Front Fog Lamp Overheating ....10-16 Light ......5-20 Gasoline Pressure Light .
Page 349 INDEX Headlamps Aiming ..... . 10-23 Ignition Positions ....9-14 Labeling, Tire Sidewall .
Page 350 INDEX Lights Lights (cont'd) Manual Transmission ..9-24 Airbag Readiness ....5-9 Traction Off ....5-16 Fluid .
Page 351 INDEX Outlets Phone Power ......5-5 Bluetooth ....7-20, 7-21 Odometer .
Page 352 INDEX Replacement Bulbs ... 10-27 Replacement Parts Radio Frequency Safety Belts ....3-9 Airbags .
Page 353 INDEX Securing Child Shopping Bag Hooks ... 4-2 Sun Visors ..... 2-13 Restraints .
Page 354 i-10 INDEX Tires (cont'd) Transmission Vehicle (cont'd) Load Limits ....9-9 Sealant and Automatic .....9-22 Compressor Kit .
Page 355 INDEX i-11 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ....10-52 Different Size ....10-50 Replacement .
Page 356 i-12 INDEX NOTES...

Chevrolet 2013 Spark Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

3-1 Seats and

Instruments and Controls 5-1 Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Vehicle Messages

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Exterior Lighting

Infotainment System 7-1 Infotainment System Phone Introduction

Introduction

Radio

Navigation

Phone

Driving and Operating 9-1 Driving and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Manual Transmission

Brakes

Cruise Control

Fuel

Towing

General Information

General Information

Vehicle Checks

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Electrical System

Wheels and Tires

Jump Starting

Quick Links

Chapters

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