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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
2014 SPARK EV
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 2014 SPARK EV 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.
- Page 2 OVERVIEW Pedestrian Friendly Instrument Instrument Driver Power Windshield Alert/Turn Signal Panel Cluster/Driver Information Mirrors Wipers Lever/Exterior Illumination Information Center Control Lever Lamps Control Control Center Controls Power Window Cruise Tilt Steering Audio Steering Switches/Power Door Control Wheel Wheel Locks Button Buttons Lever Controls...
- Page 3 Hazard Infotainment Warning System/ Information Flashers Leaf Electric Display Button Information Button Auxiliary Heated Power Traction Electric Climate Input Jack/ Seat Control Parking Controls Button USB Port Buttons Button/Sport Brake Button Switch Low Tire Pressure Refer to your Owner Manual to learn about the StabiliTrak/ information being relayed by the lights, gauges Traction Control...
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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.
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Page 6: Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER The instrument cluster features a configurable LCD screen that can display basic informa- tion 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
The ball will turn yellow and move up or down during inefficient acceleration or aggressive braking. The ball stops spinning when the vehicle stops. How the Spark EV See Instruments and Controls in your Owner Manual. works... - 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 SETTINGS, SIGHTS AND SOUNDS Touch Screen Display Refer to your Owner Manual for important safety information about using the infotainment system while driving. multimedia: smartphone AM, FM, XM , iPod/ telephone: electric info: link: iPhone™, USB, Aux, Open the View electric Play apps Bluetooth audio, video Phone menu...
- 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 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 vehicle needs to be charged.
- Page 13 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 center stack touch screen to view the current charge mode status.
- Page 14 DC CHARGING DC charging stations are typically found in public locations. Charging Time Using a DC charging station, it will take approximately 20 minutes to recharge a depleted battery to 80%. Charge times will vary with outside temperature. Start DC Charging 1.
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Page 15: Charging Status
CUSTOMER SUPPORT 1-855-477-2754 (1-855-4-SPARKINFO) Chevrolet has a team of dedicated Spark EV experts ready to help owners. If you have any questions or would like more information about your Spark EV, contact the team of Spark EV advisors. -
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/100,000 miles, whichever occurs first, at no expense to you. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive across town or travel the open road.