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Getting to Know Your
2016 Spark
This Quick Reference Guide provides some tips to help you become familiar with the sophisticated
Spark EV. It's a quick and easy reference to get you going down the road. Complete details can be
found in your Owner Manual.
View additional information and videos at www.chevrolet.com/sparkev
or call 1-855-477-2754 (1-855-4-SPARKINFO).
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  • Page 1 This Quick Reference Guide provides some tips to help you become familiar with the sophisticated Spark EV. It’s a quick and easy reference to get you going down the road. Complete details can be found in your Owner Manual. View additional information and videos at www.chevrolet.com/sparkev or call 1-855-477-2754 (1-855-4-SPARKINFO).
  • Page 2: Instrument Panel

    Instrument Panel Pedestrian Friendly Instrument Instrument Driver Power Windshield Alert/Turn Signal Panel Cluster/Driver Information Mirrors Lever/Exterior Lamps Illumination Information Wipers Center Control Lever Control Control Center Controls Power Window Switches/ Cruise Tilt Steering Audio Steering Power Door Locks Button Control Wheel Lever Wheel Controls Buttons...
  • Page 3 Hazard Warning Infotainment Information Flashers Leaf System/Electric Display Button Button Information Auxiliary Heated Seat Power Traction Electric Climate Input Jack/ Buttons Control/Sport Parking Brake Controls Button USB Port Buttons Switch Lights On Reminder Refer to your Owner Manual to learn about the information Low Tire Pressure being relayed by the lights, gauges and indicators of the...
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Getting Started See More Online To get started driving your Spark EV, review the basic information in this guide along with your Owner Manual. To view informative videos about your Spark EV, scan the QR codes in this guide with your smartphone. To scan a code: Sample 1.
  • Page 5 Getting Started Starting and Stopping the Vehicle The Spark EV features a push-button start/stop ignition system. The POWER button flashes when the driver’s door is open and the vehicle is not ON. Once the vehicle is ON, the button illuminates. The RKE transmitter must be in the vehicle. Note: A fan may run anytime the vehicle is ON to cool the propulsion battery.
  • Page 6: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster The instrument cluster features a configurable LCD screen that can display basic infor- mation for EV operation as well as more detailed operating information with additional gauges. There are four configurations available: • Simple battery gauge with power indicator gauge •...
  • Page 7: Electric Power

    Electric Power Factors that Impact Range Your driving style plays a large role in the efficiency and range of the vehicle. Avoid rapid acceleration or deceleration to help maximize energy efficiency and range. Electric range is maximized at 50 mph and below. Higher speeds use more energy and significantly reduce electric range.
  • Page 8 Efficiency Operating Modes Normal (Default) Use in normal driving conditions for efficient operation; this mode is active each time the vehicle is started. Sport Use when more responsive acceleration is desired; efficiency is reduced. Press the SPORT button, located on the center console behind the shift lever, to activate Sport Mode.
  • Page 9 Efficiency Information Displays Press the Leaf button on the center stack and then touch the desired tab at the bottom of the screen to display Power Flow, Charging and Energy Information. Power Flow The Power Flow screens show the current system operating condition, including Battery Power (Active), Battery Power (Stationary), Regen Power Recovery, and...
  • Page 10 Before using a Bluetooth-enabled device in the vehicle, it must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. Not all devices will support all functions. For more informa- tion, visit my.chevrolet.com/learn. To pair a device, on the touch screen, touch settings > connection settings> Bluetooth settings >...
  • Page 11 For more information, including device compatibility, visit www.chevrolet.com/mylink or call 1-855-4-SUPPORT (1-855-478-7767). Some of the currently available apps are described below. Apps must be downloaded (separate purchase may be required) to the smartphone. Connect the smartphone using a USB cable (iPhone) or Bluetooth (Android).
  • Page 12: OnstarĀ® With 4G Lte And Wi-Fi

    OnStar® with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi® With OnStar 4G LTE and Wi-Fi®, up to seven devices (smartphones, tablets and laptops) can be connected to high-speed Internet through the vehicle’s built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. To retrieve the SSID and password for the hotspot, press the white OnStar Voice Command button on the overhead console or rearview mirror, wait for the prompt, and then say “Wi-Fi settings.”...
  • Page 13 AC Charging The Spark EV is powered by a lithium-ion high voltage battery pack. It is recommended to keep the vehicle plugged in when temperatures are below 32°F (0°C) or above 90°F (32°C). The CHARGE SOON message indicates that the driving range is getting low and the vehi- cle needs to be charged.
  • Page 14 AC Charging Programmable Charging The Spark EV can be programmed for three charging modes: Immediately; Departure Time; and Rate and Departure Time. 1. Press the Leaf button and then touch the Charging tab on the touch screen to view the current charge mode status.
  • Page 15: Customer Support

    See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual. Customer Support 1-855-477-2754 (1-855-4-SPARKINFO) Chevrolet has a team of dedicated Spark EV experts ready to help owners. Contact the team if you have any questions or would like more information about your Spark EV. Optional equipment...
  • Page 16: Roadside Assistance

    1-888-811-1926 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program for up to 5 years/60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, at no expense to you. Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by a team of trained...

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