Table Of Contents - Chevrolet 2014 Cruze Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Contents1
Table Of Contents2
Danger, Warnings And Cautions4
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
In Brief7
Instrument Panel Overview8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System10
Remote Vehicle Start11
Door Locks11
Starting The Vehicle11
Canceling A Remote Start11
Power Door Locks12
Safety Locks12
Manual Safety Locks12
Power Safety Locks12
Windows13
Seat Adjustment13
Manual Front Seats13
Seat Height Adjuster14
Reclining Seatbacks14
Power Driver Seat15
Rear Seats15
Heated Seats15
Head Restraint Adjustment15
Safety Belts16
Passenger Sensing System16
Mirror Adjustment16
Exterior16
Steering Wheel Adjustment17
Interior Mirror17
Manual Rearview Mirror17
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror17
Interior Lighting18
Dome Lamps18
Reading Lamps18
Instrument Panel Illumination Control18
Exterior Lighting19
Windshield Wiper/Washer19
Climate Controls20
Vehicles Without Air Conditioning20
Vehicles With Air Conditioning20
Transmission21
Manual Mode21
Up-Shift Light21
Automatic Climate Control System21
Vehicle Features22
Radio22
Storing A Favorite Station22
Setting The Clock22
Siriusxm Satellite Radio Service23
Portable Audio Devices23
Bluetooth23
Steering Wheel Controls23
Cruise Control24
Navigation System24
Driver Information Center (Dic)25
Ultrasonic Parking Assist25
Performance And Maintenance26
Power Outlets26
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control26
Tire Pressure Monitor26
Engine Oil Life System27
Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit27
Driving For Better Fuel Economy27
Resetting The Oil Life System27
Diesel Particulate Filter28
Cleaning The Dpf (Exhaust Filter)28
Special Dpf Driver Messages28
Fuel29
Diesel Exhaust Fluid29
Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid29
Roadside Assistance Program30
Onstar30
Keys, Doors And Windows31
Keys32
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation33
Keyless Access Operation35
Keyless Unlocking/Locking From The Driver Door35
Keyless Unlocking/Locking From The Passenger Doors35
Passive Locking35
Temporary Disable Passive Locking Feature36
Keyless Trunk Opening36
Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle36
Programming With A Recognized Transmitter36
Programming Without A Recognized Transmitter38
Starting The Vehicle With A Low Transmitter Battery39
Battery Replacement39
Extending Engine Run Time41
Conditions In Which Remote Start Will Not Work41
Keyless Access42
Automatic Door Locks43
Doors45
Trunk45
Remote Trunk Release45
Vehicle Security46
Emergency Trunk Release Handle46
Vehicle Alarm System46
Arming The Alarm System47
Disarming The Alarm System47
How To Detect A Tamper Condition47
Immobilizer47
Immobilizer Operation48
Exterior Mirrors49
Convex Mirrors49
Manual Mirrors49
Power Mirrors49
Folding Mirrors50
Interior Mirrors50
Power Windows51
Express Window Operation52
Obstacle Detection Feature52
Programming The Lower Windows52
Window Lockout52
Sun Visors53
Roof53
Sunroof53
Overload Feature53
Sunshade54
Safety Function54
Seats And Restraints55
Head Restraints56
Front Seats57
Power Seat Adjustment58
Heated Front Seats60
Remote Start Heated Seats60
Why Safety Belts Work63
Questions And Answers About Safety Belts63
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly64
Lap-Shoulder Belt65
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster66
Safety Belt Pretensioners67
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides67
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy69
Safety Belt Extender69
Safety System Check69
Safety Belt Care70
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash70
Airbag System71
Where Are The Airbags?73
When Should An Airbag Inflate?74
What Makes An Airbag Inflate?75
How Does An Airbag Restrain?76
What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates?76
If The On Indicator Is Lit For A Child Restraint80
If The Off Indicator Is Lit For An Adult-Sized Occupant80
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation81
Servicing The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle82
Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle82
Airbag System Check83
Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash84
Child Restraints84
Older Children84
Infants And Young Children86
Child Restraint Systems89
Rear-Facing Infant Seat89
Forward-Facing Child Seat89
Securing An Add-On Child Restraint In The Vehicle90
Booster Seats90
Securing The Child Within The Child Restraint91
Where To Put The Restraint91
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (Latch System)92
Lower Anchors93
Top Tether Anchor93
Lower Anchor And Top Tether Anchor Locations94
Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System95
Head Restraint Removal And Reinstallation98
Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash99
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)99
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)102
Storage Compartments105
Instrument Panel Storage105
Glove Box105
Additional Storage Features106
Cupholders106
Center Console Storage106
Cargo Tie-Downs106
Instruments And Controls107
Keys And Locks107
Controls108
To Adjust The Steering Wheel108
Horn109
Compass110
Clock110
Wipe Parking110
Setting The Time And Date111
Setting The 12/24 Hour Format111
Cigarette Lighter112
Ashtrays112
Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators113
Instrument Cluster114
Speedometer116
Trip Odometer116
Tachometer116
Fuel Gauge116
Engine Coolant Temperature117
Safety Belt Reminders117
Airbag Readiness Light118
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light118
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator119
Charging System Light120
Malfunction Indicator Lamp120
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs122
Instrument Panel122
Brake System Warning Light123
Antilock Brake System (Abs)123
Power Steering Warning Light124
Traction Off Light125
Stabilitrak Off Light125
Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light125
Stabilitrak ® Off Light125
Wait-To-Start Light126
Tire Pressure Light126
Engine Oil Pressure Light126
Low Fuel Warning Light127
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (Def) Warning Light127
Security Light128
Reduced Engine Power Light128
High-Beam On Light128
Front Fog Lamp Light128
Lamps On Reminder129
Cruise Control Light129
Door Ajar Light129
Dic Operation And Displays130
Dic Buttons130
Trip/Fuel Menu (Trip) Items130
Information Displays Driver Information130
Vehicle Information Menu132
Eco Drive Assist Menu (Eco) Items133
Vehicle Messages134
Battery Voltage And Charging Messages134
Battery Saver Active134
Low Battery134
Brake System Messages135
Compass Messages135
Cruise Control Messages135
Door Ajar Messages135
Engine Oil Messages136
Engine Power Messages136
Fuel System Messages136
Change Engine Oil Soon136
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Messages137
Diesel Particulate Filter Messages137
Tighten Gas Cap137
Water In Fuel Contact Service137
Key And Lock Messages138
Lamp Messages138
Object Detection System Messages138
Replace Battery In Remote Key138
Ride Control System Messages139
Airbag System Messages139
Security Messages139
Side Blind Zone Alert Off139
Service Vehicle Messages140
Starting The Vehicle Messages140
Tire Messages140
Tire Learning Active140
Maintenance140
Transmission Messages141
Vehicle Reminder Messages141
Vehicle Speed Messages141
Steering Column Is Locked141
Vehicle Personalization142
Speed Limited To 105 Km/H142
Speed Limited To 88 Km/H142
Climate And Air Quality143
Air Quality Sensor143
Auto Fan Speed143
Remote Start Auto Heat Seats143
Auto Defog144
Auto Rear Defog144
Comfort And Convenience144
Collision/Detection Systems144
Languages145
Lighting145
Auto Door Unlock145
Delayed Door Lock145
Remote Locking, Unlocking, Starting146
Remote Lock Feedback146
Door Unlock Or Remote Door Unlock146
Remote Unlock Light Feedback146
Passive Door Unlock147
Passive Door Lock147
Return To Factory Settings147
Exterior Lamp Controls149
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer150
Daytime Running Lamps150
Flash-To-Pass150
Automatic Headlamp System151
Lights On With Wipers151
Hazard Warning Flashers152
Turn And Lane-Change Signals152
Front Fog Lamps153
Courtesy Lamps154
Lighting Features155
Entry Lighting155
Exit Lighting155
Battery Power Protection155
Infotainment System157
Infotainment157
Introduction157
Theft-Deterrent Feature158
Vehicle Identification158
Overview159
Operation160
Turning The System On Or Off160
Automatic Switch-Off160
Volume Control160
Menu System161
Selecting A Menu Option161
Submenus161
Activating A Setting161
Entering A Character Sequence162
Audio Settings162
System Settings162
Adjusting The Treble, Midrange, And Bass162
Am-Fm Radio163
Auto Volume163
Maximum Startup Volume163
Rds (Radio Data System)164
Radio Menus164
Selecting A Station164
Seek Tuning164
Storing A Station As A Favorite165
Autostore Stations165
Updating Station & Category Lists165
Storing Stations165
Satellite Radio166
Selecting The Xm Band166
Siriusxm Categories166
Selecting A Siriusxm Channel167
Storing A Siriusxm Channel As A Favorite167
Xm Messages167
Radio Reception169
Fm169
Multi-Band Antenna169
Satellite Radio Antenna169
Audio Players170
Cd Player170
Care Of Cds170
Care Of The Cd Player170
Inserting A Cd171
Removing A Cd171
Selecting A Cd Track171
Searching For Mp3 Tracks171
Auxiliary Devices172
Usb Port172
Connecting And Controlling An Ipod172
Connecting And Controlling A Playsforsure Device (Pfd) Or Zune173
Searching For A Track173
Connecting And Controlling A Usb Drive173
Phone174
Bluetooth (Overview)174
Bluetooth Controls175
Voice Recognition175
Audio System176
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)176
Making A Call Using Phone Book177
Making A Call178
Accepting Or Declining A Call178
Call Waiting178
Conference Calling179
Ending A Call179
Muting A Call179
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (Dtmf) Tones179
Recognition)179
Listing All Paired And Connected Phones180
Storing And Deleting Phone Numbers181
Deleting A Paired Phone181
Connecting To A Different Phone181
Using The Store Command181
Using The Delete Command182
Listing Stored Numbers182
Using The List Command182
Using The Dial Or Call Command182
Receiving A Call183
Using The Re-Dial Command183
Calling 911 Emergency183
Using The Digit Dial Command183
Three-Way Calling184
Transferring A Call184
Voice Pass-Thru184
Clearing The System185
Trademarks And License Agreements185
Climate Control Systems191
Air Conditioning192
Rear Window Defogger192
Automatic Operation193
Driving And Operating199
Driving Information200
Distracted Driving200
Defensive Driving201
Drunk Driving201
Control Of A Vehicle201
Braking201
Electric Power Steering202
Curve Tips202
Steering In Emergencies202
Off-Road Recovery203
Loss Of Control203
Skidding203
Driving On Wet Roads204
Hydroplaning204
Other Rainy Weather Tips204
Highway Hypnosis204
Hill And Mountain Roads205
Winter Driving205
Driving On Snow Or Ice205
Blizzard Conditions206
If The Vehicle Is Stuck207
Rocking The Vehicle To Get It Out207
Vehicle Load Limits208
Tire And Loading Information Label208
Certification Label211
Starting And Operating212
New Vehicle Break-In212
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)213
Ignition Positions (Key Access)215
Key Lock Release216
Starting The Engine217
Automatic Transmission217
Manual Transmission217
Gasoline Engine Starting Procedure (Key Access)218
Diesel Engine Starting Procedure220
Cold Weather Starting (Diesel Engine)220
If The Diesel Engine Will Not Start221
Engine Heater221
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)222
To Use The Heater222
Shifting Into Park223
Leaving The Vehicle With The Engine Running223
Torque Lock223
Shifting Out Of Park224
Shift Lock Manual Release224
Parking Over Things That Burn225
Engine Exhaust226
Cleaning Process227
Filling The Def Tank228
Exhaust Fluid Low228
Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor230
Service Exhaust Fluid System231
Service Emission System232
Running The Vehicle While Parked233
Driver Shift Control (Dsc)235
Electronic Range Select (Ers) Mode237
Fuel Economy Model237
Shift Pattern238
Brakes239
Parking Brake240
Using Abs240
Braking In Emergencies240
Brake Assist241
To Release The Parking Brake241
Ride Control Systems242
Turning The Systems Off And On243
Setting Cruise Control244
Resuming A Set Speed245
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control245
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control245
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control245
Driver Assistance Systems246
Using Cruise Control On Hills246
Ending Cruise Control246
Erasing Speed Memory246
How The System Works247
Turning The System On And Off247
When The System Does Not Seem To Work Properly247
Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)248
Sbza Detection Zones248
Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)250
Sbza Error Messages250
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (Rcta)251
To Turn The Rcta On Or Off252
Guidelines252
Rear Vision Camera Error Messages252
Rear Vision Camera Location252
Recommended Fuel254
Prohibited Fuels254
Gasoline Specifications255
California Fuel Requirements255
Fuels In Foreign Countries255
Fuel Additives (Gasoline)255
Fuel For Diesel Engines256
Diesel Fuel Grades256
Premium Diesel Fuel256
Biodiesel257
Refueling260
Accidental Refueling With Gasoline260
Cold Weather Operation261
Water In Fuel (Diesel)261
Running Out Of Fuel261
Filling The Tank262
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (Def)263
Filling A Portable Fuel Container264
Trailer Towing264
General Towing Information264
Driving Characteristics And Towing Tips264
Towing With A Stability Control System266
Following Distance266
Passing266
Backing Up266
Parking On Hills267
Leaving After Parking On A Hill267
Maintenance When Trailer Towing267
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing267
Weight Of The Trailer268
Weight Of The Trailer Tongue268
Diesel Engine268
Towing Equipment269
Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires269
Hitches269
Safety Chains269
Conversions And Add-Ons270
Trailer Brakes270
Add-On Electrical Equipment270
Vehicle Care271
General Information271
California Proposition 65 Warning273
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements273
Accessories And Modifications273
Vehicle Checks274
Doing Your Own Service Work274
Hood274
To Close The Hood275
Engine Compartment Overview276
Engine Oil281
Checking Engine Oil281
When To Add Engine Oil282
Selecting The Right Engine Oil283
Specifications283
Viscosity Grade283
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes285
What To Do With Used Oil285
When To Change Engine Oil285
Automatic Transmission Fluid286
Manual Transmission Fluid286
How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System286
How To Check Manual Transmission Fluid286
When To Check And What To Use287
How To Check And Add Fluid287
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter287
When To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter287
Cooling System289
Engine Coolant290
Checking Coolant291
How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank292
Engine Overheating294
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment294
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment295
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode295
Washer Fluid296
Adding Washer Fluid296
Brake Pedal Travel297
Brake Adjustment297
Replacing Brake System Parts297
Brake Fluid298
Checking Brake Fluid298
Battery299
Vehicle Storage299
Starter Switch Check300
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check300
Ignition Transmission Lock Check301
Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check301
Wiper Blade Replacement301
Headlamp Aiming302
Bulb Replacement303
Halogen Bulbs303
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal And Parking Lamps303
Parking/Turn Signal Lamp304
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, And Back-Up Lamps305
License Plate Lamp307
Electrical System308
Replacement Bulbs308
Electrical System Overload308
Headlamp Wiring308
Fuses And Circuit Breakers309
Engine Compartment Fuse Block309
Instrument Panel Fuse Block313
Wheels And Tires314
Tires314
All-Season Tires315
Winter Tires316
Low-Profile Tires316
Tire Sidewall Labeling317
Tire Size317
Tpc Spec317
Dot317
Tire Identification Number318
Tire Ply Material318
Uniform Tire Quality Grading318
Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit318
Tire Designations319
Tire Width319
Aspect Ratio319
Construction Code319
Tire Terminology And Definitions320
Air Pressure320
Accessory Weight320
Cold Tire Pressure320
Intended Outboard Sidewall321
Load Index321
Maximum Load Rating321
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight321
Recommended Inflation Pressure322
Radial Ply Tire322
Rim322
Speed Rating322
Tire Pressure323
Vehicle Maximum Load On The Tire323
Vehicle Placard323
When To Check323
Tire Pressure Monitor System324
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation325
Tpms Malfunction Light And Message327
Tpms Sensor Matching Process327
Tire Inspection328
Tire Rotation329
When It Is Time For New Tires330
Buying New Tires331
Different Size Tires And Wheels333
Treadwear334
Traction334
Temperature334
Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance335
Wheel Replacement335
Used Replacement Wheels335
Tire Chains336
If A Tire Goes Flat336
Tire Sealant339
Using The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit To Temporarily Seal And Inflate A Punctured Tire340
Using The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit Without Sealant To Inflate A Tire343
Removal And Installation Of The Sealant Canister344
Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit345
Tire Changing346
Removing The Spare Tire And Tools346
Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire347
Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools353
Storing The Flat Tire And Tools353
Storing The Compact Spare Tire And Tools353
Compact Spare Tire354
Jump Starting355
Jumper Cable Removal357
Towing The Vehicle358
Recreational Vehicle Towing358
Dinghy Towing359
Dolly Towing360
Appearance Care361
Exterior Care361
Locks361
Washing The Vehicle361
Finish Care362
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings363
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses And Emblems363
Air Intakes363
Shutter System364
Windshield And Wiper Blades364
Weatherstrips364
Wheels And Trim - Aluminum Or Chrome365
Steering, Suspension And Chassis Components365
Body Component Lubrication365
Underbody Maintenance365
Interior Care366
Sheet Metal Damage366
Finish Damage366
Chemical Paint Spotting366
Interior Glass367
Speaker Covers367
Coated Moldings367
Fabric/Carpet/Suede367
Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces And Vehicle Information And Radio Displays368
Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl And Other Plastic Surfaces368
Cargo Cover And Convenience Net369
Care Of Safety Belts369
Floor Mats369
Removing And Replacing The Floor Mats370
Service And Maintenance371
Maintenance Schedule372
Engine Oil Change373
Tire Rotation And Required Service Every 12 000 Km/7,500 Mi373
Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services376
Special Application Services378
Additional Maintenance And Care379
Belts379
Fluids379
Hoses380
Lamps380
Shocks And Struts380
Wheel Alignment381
Windshield381
Wiper Blades381
Recommended Fluids And Lubricants382
Maintenance Replacement Parts384
Technical Data389
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)389
Engine Identification389
Vehicle Data390
Capacities And Specifications390
Engine Drive Belt Routing392
Customer Information393
Customer Satisfaction Procedure393
Transportation Options400
Shuttle Service400
Additional Program Information401
Collision Damage Repair401
Collision Parts401
Repair Facility402
Insuring The Vehicle402
If A Crash Occurs402
Managing The Vehicle Damage Repair Process403
Service Publications Ordering Information403
Service Bulletins403
Reporting Safety Defects404
Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy406
Event Data Recorders406
Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)408
Radio Frequency Statement408
Onstar Overview409
Onstar Services410
Emergency410
Security410
Navigation410
Using Voice Command During A Planned Route411
Connections411
Onstar Mobile App412
Hands-Free Calling412
Retrieve My Number412
End A Call412
Onstar Additional Information413
Diagnostics413
How Onstar Service Works413
Onstar Personal Identification Number (Pin)415
Potential Issues415
Cellular And Gps Antennas415
Index419
Air Vents419
Services421
Recommended Fluids425
Privacy427
Maintenance Records428
Side Blind Zone428
Traction Control/Electronic429