Page 1: Table Of Contents
2014 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Trademarks and License Instrument Panel .
Page 2 2014 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 3: Using This Manual
For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Motors of Canada Limited for...
Page 4: Index
Introduction Danger, Warnings, and Symbols Caution Cautions The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of Text marked Caution provides text. Symbols are shown along with Danger information that may indicate a the text describing the operation or hazard that could result in injury information relating to a specific Text marked...
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction : Audio Steering Wheel : Tire Pressure Monitor ® Controls or OnStar ® : Traction Control/StabiliTrak : Brake System Warning Light ® : StabiliTrak : Charging System : Traction Control Off : Cruise Control : Windshield Washer Fluid : Engine Coolant Temperature : Exterior Lamps : Fog Lamps : Fuel Gauge...
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. 13. Cruise Control on page 9-29 Initial Drive (If Equipped). 2. Exterior Lamp Controls on Information page 6-1. 14. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5-2. This section provides a brief 3. Horn on page 5-2. overview about some of the 15.
Page 10: Door Locks
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 outside the vehicle:...
Page 11 In Brief Liftgate To lock or unlock the liftgate from the inside, press To lock or unlock the liftgate from the outside, use the key in the liftgate lock. If equipped, press on the RKE transmitter to unlock all doors and press to lock.
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: Passenger Sensing System
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. Children (LATCH System) on page 3-38.
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 2-12. 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 AUTO: Turns the exterior lamps on LO: Use for slow wipes. lighting, see Instrument Panel and off automatically depending on Illumination Control on page 6-5 or the exterior light. Courtesy Lamps on page 6-5. : Turns all the lamps off, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
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: Onstar Overview
1-12 In Brief Refer to: The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone If equipped with audio steering must be paired with the in-vehicle wheel controls, some audio controls www.siriusxm.com or call Bluetooth system before it can be can be adjusted at the steering 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 Cruise Control SET/ : Press briefly to set the DIC Buttons speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory.
Page 20: Performance And Maintenance
1-14 In Brief Power Outlets Performance and the center stack, until illuminate in the instrument Maintenance The accessory power outlets can be cluster. used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button Traction Control/ again to turn on both systems.
Page 21: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
In Brief 1-15 Avoid idling the engine for long pressure shown on the Tire and and filter. The oil life system should periods of time. Loading Information label. See be reset to 100% only following an Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-9. oil change.
Page 22: Roadside Assistance Program
In Brief Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5. ® OnStar If equipped, this vehicle has a...
Page 23: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-11 Windows Manual Mirrors ....2-12 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: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
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 Programming Transmitters to 3. Insert the new key to be (Unlock): Press to unlock the programmed and turn it to the the Vehicle driver door. Press again to unlock all ON/RUN position within doors and the liftgate. The turn Only RKE transmitters programmed five seconds.
Page 27 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle must be off and all of the Battery Replacement The battery is not rechargeable. To keys you wish to program must be replace the battery: with you. 1. Press the button on the 1. Insert the new vehicle key into transmitter to extend the key.
Page 28: Central Locking System
Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks Warning (Continued) Warning injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it. dangerous. Outsiders can easily enter Passengers, especially through an unlocked door children, can easily open the when you slow down or stop doors and fall out of a moving the vehicle.
Page 29: Safety Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows If equipped with a manual Door Ajar Reminder 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the transmission, remove the key other rear door lock. If one of the doors or the liftgate is from the ignition. not closed properly while the ignition Caution Safety Locks...
Page 30: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Canceling a Rear Door Doors Warning (Continued) Safety Lock Liftgate Adjust the climate control 1. Unlock the door from the inside system to a setting that and open the door from the brings in only outside air and outside.
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows To lock or unlock the liftgate from the outside, use the key in the liftgate lock. If equipped, press on the RKE transmitter to unlock all doors and press to lock. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.
Page 32: Vehicle Security
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security Arming the System Disarming the System To disarm the system, either unlock 1. Press once on the Remote This vehicle has theft-deterrent the doors using the RKE transmitter, Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. features; however, they do not make or start the vehicle.
Page 33: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Immobilizer Operation The security light, in the instrument Exterior Mirrors cluster, comes on if there is a This vehicle has a passive problem with arming or disarming Convex Mirrors theft-deterrent system. the theft-deterrent system. The system does not have to be When trying to start the vehicle, the Warning manually armed or disarmed.
Page 34: Power Mirrors
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors The vehicle has manual folding mirrors. These mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle.
Page 35: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Interior Mirrors Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Interior Rearview Mirrors Warning pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up.
Page 36: Sun Visors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows 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 37 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: Seats And 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 head restraint after the button is Front Seats released to make sure that it is The vehicle's rear seats have locked in place. Seat Adjustment adjustable head restraints in the If you are installing a child restraint 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 Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 42: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats Rear Seats Folding the Seatback Warning Either side of the seatback can be If you cannot feel temperature folded down for more cargo space. change or pain to the skin, the Fold a seatback only when the seat heater may cause burns.
Page 43 Seats and Restraints 2. Slide the front seats forward and Warning (Continued) place the front seatbacks in the upright position. See Seat Always push and pull on the Adjustment on page 3-3 and seatbacks to be sure they are Reclining Seatbacks on locked.
Page 44 Seats and Restraints To return the rear seats to the 2. Lift the seatback up slightly and Warning normal seating position: reinstall the head restraint. See Head Restraint Removal and With head restraints that are not Reinstallation under Lower installed and adjusted properly, Anchors and Tethers for there is a greater chance that Children (LATCH System) on...
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: Lap-Shoulder Belt
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 replaced. See Replacing Safety Belt portion of the belt is on the shoulder desired position, try to move it down System Parts after a Crash on and not falling off of it.
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 Belt Extender
3-16 Seats and Restraints The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check Warning to protect the mother. When a safety Now and then, check that the safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely Do not bleach or dye safety belts. belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a It may severely weaken them.
Page 53: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-17 A roof-rail airbag for the front Airbag System Warning (Continued) outboard passenger and the passenger seated directly The vehicle has the following inspected and any necessary behind the front outboard airbags: replacements made as soon as passenger.
Page 54 3-18 Seats and Restraints the risk of injury from the force of an Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. vehicle should wear a safety belt Occupants should not lean on or Here are the most important things properly, whether or not there is sleep against the door or side...
Page 55: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-19 Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical The driver knee airbag is below the problem.
Page 56 3-20 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
Page 57: When Should An Airbag Inflate
Seats and Restraints 3-21 When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Seat-mounted side impact airbags direction of the impact, and how are designed to inflate in moderate Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact.
Page 58: What Makes An Airbag
3-22 Seats and Restraints In any particular crash, no one can moderate to severe side collisions, What Will You See after say whether an airbag should have even belted occupants can contact an Airbag Inflates? inflated simply because of the the inside of the vehicle.
Page 59 Seats and Restraints 3-23 the interior lamps and hazard In many crashes severe enough to Warning warning flashers by using the inflate the airbag, windshields are controls for those features. broken by vehicle deformation. When an airbag inflates, there Additional windshield breakage may may be dust in the air.
Page 60 3-24 Seats and Restraints Let only qualified technicians airbag under certain conditions. No work on the airbag systems. other airbag is affected by the Improper service can mean that passenger sensing system. an airbag system will not work The passenger sensing system properly.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints 3-25 The system determines that a Warning Warning (Continued) small child is present in a booster seat. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints A front outboard passenger restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the takes his/her weight off of the or killed if the passenger frontal airbag(s) are off.
Page 62 3-26 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system is 4. Reinstall the child restraint Warning designed to turn on the front following the directions provided outboard passenger frontal airbag by the child restraint If the airbag readiness light ever and knee airbag anytime the system manufacturer and refer to comes on and stays on, it means senses that a person of adult size is...
Page 63 Seats and Restraints 3-27 If the on indicator is still lit, secure Use the following steps to allow the and then buckle the belt again the child in the child restraint in a system to detect that person and without pulling the belt out all rear seat position in the vehicle, and enable the front outboard passenger the way.
Page 64 3-28 Seats and Restraints Additional Factors Affecting The on indicator may be lit if an purchase a service manual, see object, such as a briefcase, Service Publications Ordering System Operation handbag, grocery bag, laptop, Information on page 13-11. Safety belts help keep the or other electronic device, is put on passenger in position on the seat an unoccupied seat.
Page 65: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-29 operation of the airbag system can of the seat fabric, could also Airbag System Check also be affected by changing any interfere with the operation of the The airbag system does not need parts of the front seats, safety belts, passenger sensing system.
Page 66: Child Restraints
3-30 Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash your dealer for service. Older Children If the airbag readiness light stays on Warning after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag A crash can damage the airbag...
Page 67 Seats and Restraints 3-31 Can proper safety belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that In a crash, children who are not maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the buckled up can strike other people trip? If yes, continue.
Page 68: Infants And Young Children
3-32 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Children belt. The belt force would then be Everyone in a vehicle needs applied right on the abdomen. protection! This includes infants and That could cause serious or fatal all other children. Neither the injuries.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Every time infants and young Warning (Continued) children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by seat, always move the front appropriate child restraints. Neither passenger seat as far back as it the vehicle's safety belt system nor will go.
Page 70 3-34 Seats and Restraints Q: What are the different types of The restraint manufacturer Warning add-on child restraints? instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and A: Add-on child restraints, which A young child's hip bones are still height limitations for a particular are purchased by the vehicle so small that the vehicle's regular...
Page 71: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-35 Child Restraint Systems Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint Rear-Facing Infant Seat restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the A rear-facing infant seat provides harness.
Page 72: Where To Put The
3-36 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. inspection station.
Page 73 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Whenever possible, children aged Child restraints and booster seats Warning (Continued) 12 and under should be secured in vary considerably in size, and some a rear seating position. may fit in certain seating positions system is fail-safe. No one can better than others.
Page 74: Latch System
3-38 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat The following explains how to attach be secured with the LATCH system, a child restraint with these Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the attachments in the vehicle.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
Page 76 3-40 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3-36 for To assist in locating the lower additional information.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-41 If you need to secure more than one Warning Warning (Continued) child restraint in the rear seat, see Where to Put the Restraint on Do not attach more than one child of the retractor to set the lock, page 3-36.
Page 78 3-42 Seats and Restraints 1.1. Find the lower anchors for 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten the desired seating attachments on the child the top tether according to position. restraint to the lower your child restraint anchors.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-43 If the rear outboard seating 3. Before placing a child in the position you are using has child restraint, make sure it is an adjustable head restraint securely held in place. To check, and you are using a single grasp the child restraint at the tether, raise the head LATCH path and attempt to...
Page 80 3-44 Seats and Restraints 1. Insert the head restraint posts Warning into the holes in the top of the seatback. The notches on the With head restraints that are not posts must face the driver side installed and adjusted properly, of the vehicle.
Page 81: Passenger Seat
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Warning Parts After a Crash (Right Front A child in a rear-facing child Passenger Seat) restraint can be seriously injured Warning This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat or killed if the passenger frontal is a safer place to secure a A crash can damage the LATCH airbag inflates.
Page 82 3-46 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run Warning (Continued) child restraint say that the top strap the lap and shoulder portions of must be anchored. the vehicle's safety belt through Secure rear-facing child restraints or around the restraint.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-47 4. Push the latch plate into the 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. 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 84: Rear Seat
3-48 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the Securing Child Restraints In Canada, the law requires that child restraint, make sure it is forward-facing child restraints have (Rear Seat) securely held in place. To check, a top tether, and that the tether be grasp the child restraint at the attached.
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-49 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint, the head restraint may be removed. See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-38.
Page 86 3-50 Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top To remove the child restraint, tether, follow the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and manufacturer's instructions let it return to the stowed position. regarding the use of the top If the top tether is attached to a top tether.
Page 87 Storage Storage Storage Additional Storage Compartments Features Storage Compartments Cargo Cover Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Glove Box ....4-1 Do not store heavy or sharp Warning Additional Storage Features...
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 head liftgate.
Page 89 Storage Roof Rack System Do not exceed the maximum vehicle Caution capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle Loading cargo on the roof rack Warning capacity and loading, see Vehicle that weighs more than 50 kg Load Limits on page 9-9. If something is carried on top of (110 lb) or hangs over the rear or the vehicle that is longer or wider...
Page 90 Storage NOTES...
Page 91 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Safety Belt Reminders ..5-10 Engine Oil Pressure Light ..5-19 Airbag Readiness Light ..5-10 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): If equipped with Bluetooth or OnStar, press to interact with those systems. See Steering Wheel Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7-19 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 INT: (Intermittent Wipes): Move The wipers will continue until the the lever up to INT for intermittent lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. wipes, then turn the INT band up for more frequent wipes or down When the windshield wiper lever is for less frequent wipes.
Page 94: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls Rear Window Wiper/ Rear Wiper Arm Assembly interval wipes, then the rear wiper Protection automatically performs interval Washer wipes. If the vehicle is equipped with an If equipped with the rear wiper/ automatic transmission, when using This feature can be changed. See washer, the controls are on the end an automatic car wash, move the Vehicle Personalization on...
Page 95 Instruments and Controls Setting the Time and Date Setting the Month and Day 2. Press time and date settings, and then set time and date. Format 1. Press the or CONFIG button 3. Press to adjust the and select Time and Date 1.
Page 96: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Caution Caution The accessory power outlets can be Leaving electrical equipment Hanging heavy equipment from used to plug in electrical equipment, plugged in for an extended period the power outlet can cause such as a cell phone or MP3 player. of time while the vehicle is off will damage not covered by the The vehicle has an accessory...
Page 97: 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 98: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission Shown, Metric and Manual Transmission Similar...
Page 99: 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 100: Safety Belt Reminders
5-10 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 light nor the chime buckled, neither the chime nor the comes on.
Page 101: Passenger Airbag Status
Instruments and Controls 5-11 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 102: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
5-12 Instruments and Controls 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 103 Instruments and Controls 5-13 Caution Caution (Continued) If the vehicle is continually driven could lead to costly repairs not with this light on, the emission covered by the vehicle warranty. controls might not work as well, This could also result in a failure the vehicle fuel economy might to pass a required Emission If the malfunction indicator lamp...
Page 104 5-14 Instruments and Controls Check that good quality fuel is If the light continues to flash, find a Emissions Inspection and used. Poor fuel quality causes safe place to stop and park the Maintenance Programs the engine not to run as vehicle.
Page 105: Service Vehicle Soon
Instruments and Controls 5-15 The vehicle may not pass system readiness, your dealer Owner Manual Indicator inspection if: can prepare the vehicle for inspection. The malfunction indicator lamp is on with the engine running, or if Service Vehicle Soon the light does not come on when Light the ignition is turned to ON/RUN while the engine is off.
Page 106: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-16 Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the brake This light comes on briefly when the Warning system warning light will also come engine is started. on when the parking brake is set. If the light stays on, turn the ignition The brake system might not be The light will stay on if the parking to LOCK/OFF or if the light comes...
Page 107: Up-Shift Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Up-Shift Light This light comes on briefly when the The traction off light comes on when ignition is turned to ON/RUN as a the Traction Control System (TCS) check to show it is working. has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak If it does not come on have the button.
Page 108: Traction Control System
5-18 Instruments and Controls This light comes on when the If the light does not come on, have If it does not, have the vehicle StabiliTrak system is turned off. the vehicle serviced by your dealer. serviced by the dealer. If the system If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction If the system is working normally, is working normally the indicator...
Page 109: Tire Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light This light should come on briefly as will come on at every ignition cycle.
Page 110: Immobilizer Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls This light also comes on when the Reduced Engine Power High-Beam On Light fuel level is low. When fuel is added, Light the light should go off. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced. Immobilizer Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use.
Page 111: Front Fog Lamp Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 See Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Lamps On Reminder The light turns off when the cruise on page 6-2. control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 9-29. Front Fog Lamp Light Door Ajar Light This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use.
Page 112: Information Displays Driver Information
5-22 Instruments and Controls Information Displays DIC Buttons Odo/Trip Menu Items Press MENU until the upper display Driver Information area flashes. Use to scroll Center (DIC) through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle. The DIC displays information about The following is a list of all possible the vehicle.
Page 113 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Menu 1 Average Fuel Economy Fuel Range Press MENU until the lower display area flashes. Use to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle. The following is a list of all possible menu items: Average Fuel Economy Fuel Range...
Page 114 5-24 Instruments and Controls Instantaneous Fuel Economy Timer Menu 2 This display shows the current fuel Press MENU until one of the economy in liters per 100 kilometers following items is displayed on the (L/100 km) or miles per gallon upper and lower display areas.
Page 115: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-25 recommended in the Maintenance Tire Learn Vehicle Messages Schedule. See Maintenance This display allows for matching of DIC messages display when the Schedule on page 11-2. the TPMS sensors. See Tire status of the vehicle has changed Pressure Monitor System on Remember, the oil life display must and action may be needed to...
Page 116: Engine Oil Messages
5-26 Instruments and Controls 21: Check Left Position Lamp Engine Oil Messages If a tire pressure message appears, stop as soon as you can. Inflate the 22: Check Right Position Lamp tires by adding air until the tire % CHANGE 23: Reversing Lamp Failure pressure is equal to the values This message displays when the...
Page 117: Vehicle Personalization
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Vehicle 2. Turn the MENU/TUNE knob to 2. Press the MENU/TUNE knob to select the desired menu. select. Personalization 3. Press the MENU/TUNE knob. Press BACK to go back to the Personalization Menu (Radio last menu. Settings menus and functions may without Touchscreen) vary depending on vehicle options.
Page 118 5-28 Instruments and Controls 4. To save and return to the Time Set Date Format Auto Volume Settings menu, press the Select to set the month and day The auto volume feature BACK button at any time. format. automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and Set Date 1.
Page 119 Instruments and Controls 5-29 2. Press the MENU/TUNE knob to 2. Press the MENU/TUNE knob to Exit Lighting select the value. select. Select to set how long the exterior 3. Turn the MENU/TUNE knob to lamps stay on when leaving the Vehicle Settings vehicle and it is dark outside.
Page 120 5-30 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Delayed Door Lock 2. Press the MENU/TUNE knob to select. Select to set which of the doors will When on, this feature will delay the automatically unlock when the locking of the doors after the last Remote Lock Light and Horn vehicle is shifted into P (Park) with door is closed.
Page 121 Instruments and Controls 5-31 Connection Settings When set to Driver Door, the driver The following are all possible personalization features. Depending Vehicle Settings door will unlock the first time on the vehicle, some may not be pressed and all doors will unlock Text Scroll available.
Page 122 5-32 Instruments and Controls Set Time and Date Select On to display the real time or Radio Favorites Off to display the time set by Automatic Clock Sync Select to set the number of favorite the user. pages from one to seven. Set Time Format Radio Settings Radio Tune Bar...
Page 123 Instruments and Controls 5-33 Change Ringtone Power Door Locks Lighting Ringtone Volume Lock, Unlock Settings Select the Lighting menu and the following may be displayed: Rear Camera Option Bluetooth Settings Exit Lighting Vehicle Factory Settings Select this feature to: Vehicle Location Lights Connect, disconnect, or delete a Comfort &...
Page 124 5-34 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Remote Door Unlock Select On or Off. Press Select to set which of the doors will Select to set which doors will unlock Lock, Unlock Settings automatically unlock when the when pressing on the RKE vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Page 125 Instruments and Controls 5-35 ® Guidelines Touch Beep Sound DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. See divx.com for When on, guideline overlay the Select to set the Touch Beep Sound more information and software screen to help when backing into a feature on or off.
Page 126 5-36 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 127: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO (Automatic): Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on the Exterior Lamp Controls exterior light. Exterior Lighting (OFF): Turns all the lamps off, Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 except the Daytime Running Exterior Lamps Off Lamps (DRL).
Page 128: Flash-To-Pass
Lighting The DRL system makes the The DRL system turns off when one light comes on in the headlamps come on when the of the following conditions is met: instrument cluster while the high following conditions are met: beams are on and the ignition is The ignition is off.
Page 129: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Lights On with Wipers The hazard warning flasher button is on the center stack. If the windshield wipers are (Hazard Warning Flasher): activated in daylight with the vehicle Press to make the front and rear on, and the exterior lamp control is turn signal lamps flash on and off.
Page 130: Fog Lamps
Lighting An arrow on the instrument cluster Fog Lamps To turn the fog lamps off, turn the flashes in the direction of the turn or band to again. The fog lamp lane change. indicator light will go off. Raise or lower the lever until the The fog lamps will also turn off arrow starts to flash to signal a lane when the high-beam headlamps are...
Page 131: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting The dome lamp controls are in the (Instrument Panel overhead console. Brightness): Move the thumbwheel up or down to brighten Instrument Panel Move the control to change the or dim the instrument panel controls lamp setting. Illumination Control and infotainment display screen.
Page 132: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features This feature can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-27. Entry Lighting Battery Power Protection The headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, back-up lamps, and the The battery saver feature is interior lights turn on briefly at night designed to protect the vehicle's when the Remote Keyless Entry battery.
Page 133 Infotainment System Infotainment Downloadable Applications Introduction Smartphone Link System (Overview) ....7-29 Infotainment Smartphone Link (Pandora) ....7-31 Determine which radio the vehicle Smartphone Link has and read the following pages to...
Page 134: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker available at this Customer adjustments, and preset radio Assistance number: stations. U.S. (855) 4 SUPPORT (478-7767). See Defensive Driving on page 9-2. Theft-Deterrent Feature Caution The infotainment system has an electronic security system installed Contact your dealer before adding to prevent theft.
Page 135: Overview
Infotainment System Overview 3. MENU/TUNE Press to open menus and Radio without Touchscreen select menu items. Turn to highlight menu items or to set values while in a menu. Turn to manually select radio stations. 4. FAV 123 (Favorites) Press to go to a favorite page.
Page 136 Infotainment System © 12. CONFIG (Configuration) SEEK (Previous) Press to open the System Press to seek the previous Configuration menu. station. BACK Press and hold to reverse through the currently Press to go to the playing song on an external previous screen.
Page 137: 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 138: Operation
Infotainment System Turning the System On or Off Press and hold to mute the telephone: Press to activate infotainment system. Press again or the phone features (if equipped). /VOL (Power/Volume): Press to See Bluetooth (Overview) on turn the /VOL knob to turn the radio on and off.
Page 139 Infotainment System Country 3. Press the MENU/TUNE knob to BACK: select the desired tone. 5. 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 140 Infotainment System The level of volume compensation Automatic Switch-Off 4. Select Auto Volume. can be selected, or the feature can If the infotainment system has been 5. Select the setting by pressing be turned off. turned on after the ignition is turned off, the system will turn off 1.
Page 141: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Audio Settings Radio Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS) The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio AM-FM Radio RBDS is a service by FM stations player source. that makes it easier to find radio Playing the Radio without stations with fault-free reception.
Page 142 7-10 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 143 Infotainment System 7-11 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 144 7-12 Infotainment System 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 145: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System 7-13 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 146 7-14 Infotainment System Listening to SiriusXM Radio 2. Press the preset button to listen Press and hold Channel to the channel saved to that jump four channels backward or 1. Press button. forward in the same category, then release the button at the desired 2.
Page 147: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-15 Favorite List Direct Access plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or 1. Press favorite list from the XM 1. Press direct access from the XM static, unplug the item from the menu. The favorite list menu.
Page 148: Multi-Band Antenna
7-16 Infotainment System ® SiriusXM Satellite Radio Multi-Band Antenna Audio Players Service The multi-band antenna is on the USB Port SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service roof of the vehicle. The antenna is gives digital radio reception from used for the AM-FM radio, OnStar, Using the USB Port coast to coast in the 48 contiguous the SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service...
Page 149: Auxiliary Devices
Infotainment System 7-17 FAT32. Make sure the iPod has the latest For more information on USB ® firmware from Apple for proper usage, see Audio System exFAT. operation. iPod firmware can be Information under Pictures and Connecting a USB Storage ®...
Page 150 7-18 Infotainment System Radio without Touchscreen Playing Music Playing Movies Movies are not available while To use a portable device, connect driving. the device with a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) cable to the auxiliary input jack. The If the USB storage device is already radio will automatically switch to the connected: device if the radio is on.
Page 151: Bluetooth (Overview)
Infotainment System 7-19 Using the AUX Movie Menu 2. Press the desired menu. Phone tone settings: Adjust the sound setup. See Tone Bluetooth (Overview) Settings under Radio ® If equipped with Bluetooth Controls with Touchscreen capability, the system can interact in Operation on page 7-6.
Page 152 7-20 Infotainment System duplicate or rarely used entries. Vehicles with a Bluetooth system Bluetooth Controls If possible, program speed dial can use a Bluetooth-capable cell For vehicles equipped with or other shortcuts. phone with a Hands-Free Profile to Bluetooth capability, use the buttons make and receive phone calls.
Page 153: Controls)
Infotainment System 7-21 The pairing process is disabled Bluetooth (Infotainment (Push to Talk): Press to when the vehicle is moving. interact with Bluetooth or OnStar, Controls) Pairing only needs to be if equipped. See Bluetooth To use infotainment controls to completed once, unless the (Overview) on page 7-19 or access the menu system, see...
Page 154 7-22 Infotainment System according to the type of the phone. 5. Press Yes on the pop-up screen 4. Press bluetooth settings. In this case, proceed with the phone of the Bluetooth device and 5. Press pair device. book download on the phone. infotainment system.
Page 155 Infotainment System 7-23 Pairing a Phone successfully paired, the telephone screen is displayed on When there is no paired device on the infotainment system. the infotainment system and the SSP is not supported: When the connection fails, a failure message is displayed on the 1.
Page 156 7-24 Infotainment System The connected phone is 4. Press bluetooth settings. 2. Select settings. highlighted by 5. Press pair device. 3. Press connection settings. indicates the hands-free 6. Press Delete. 4. Press bluetooth settings. and phone music functions are 7. Press Yes. 5.
Page 157 Infotainment System 7-25 Bluetooth music can be played connecting as a stereo headset. 4. Press Bluetooth, then select the only when a Bluetooth device After being played at least once, connected Bluetooth music has been connected. To play the music player will play mode.
Page 158: Hands-Free Phone
7-26 Infotainment System Playing a File Randomly in a different mode, then the Hands-Free Phone device transmits the order to Press during playback. General Information without stop. Depending on the cell phone s options, this order to Touchscreen NO: Plays all files repeatedly. play/stop may take time to OFF: Returns to normal activate.
Page 159 Infotainment System 7-27 system. Not all phones support all Switching a Call to the Cell Phone (Mute/End Call): Press to functions and not all phones work (Private Mode) end a call, decline a call, or cancel with the Hands-Free Phone system. an operation.
Page 160 7-28 Infotainment System Taking calls To search for the name Alex: 2. Press on the phone book screen. When a phone call comes through 1. Press (abc) to select the first the connected Bluetooth cell phone, character. 3. Use the keypad to input the the playing track will be cut off and name to search.
Page 161: (Overview)
Infotainment System 7-29 Making a Call with Speed Dial Downloadable www.pandora.com. Pandora may Numbers not be available in Canada or Applications Mexico. Press and hold the speed dial number using the keypad on the Stitcher SmartRadio is an Internet Smartphone Link telephone screen.
Page 162 7-30 Infotainment System Connect Andriod phones Activate the application on your To switch to another application through Bluetooth. iPhone, then press the desired while playing an application and application menu on the connected through the USB port, iPod/iPhone Error Messages and infotainment system.
Page 163: (Pandora)
Infotainment System 7-31 To connect an application: Using Pandora 1. Install the application on the 1. Install the Pandora application smartphone from Appstore or on the smartphone. Playstore. 2. Connect the smartphone to the 2. Connect the smartphone to the infotainment system through the infotainment system through the USB port or Bluetooth wireless...
Page 164 7-32 Infotainment System If the smartphone is not connected Pandora Menus 5. Press the desired station. The to the infotainment system or the station is added into the Creating Stations from Currently application is not installed on the Pandora menu automatically. Playing Music smartphone, the Pandora menu is Listening to Stations...
Page 165: (Stitcher)
Infotainment System 7-33 Smartphone Link Changing Stations (Stitcher) Press to change to the next station. Some images and explanations may vary by phone operating systems, Saving Favorites versions, and/or application (App) To save a station as a favorite, versions. press on the stitcher screen.
Page 166: Bluetooth Phone/Devices Pictures And Movies
7-34 Infotainment System ID3 Tag information for MP3 Only USB storage devices Bluetooth Phone/ files, such as the album name formatted in FAT16/32, exFAT Devices and the artist, can be played. file system are recognized. NTFS and other file systems are To display album title, track title, not recognized.
Page 167 Infotainment System 7-35 USB storage device capacity When the iPod/iPhone is on while the USB device is limit is 2,500 music files, 2,500 connected to the USB port by connected, the USB device may photo files, 250 movie files, using the iPod/iPhone cable, the be damaged or may not operate 2,500 folders, and 10 stages of Bluetooth music is not...
Page 168 7-36 Infotainment System Refer to the table for the If the USB device is already Press within five seconds of classification items related to the connected: the playback time to play the search function provided by the previous file. Press iPod/iPhone.
Page 169 Infotainment System 7-37 Play will start from the previously Playing a File Randomly played point after the system Press during playback. has finished reading the USB device. NO: Plays all files randomly. If a non-readable USB device is OFF: Returns to normal connected, an error message playback.
Page 170 7-38 Infotainment System Incorrect information cannot be Pause Playing a File Repeatedly modified or corrected on the Press to pause. Press during playback. infotainment system. 1: Plays the current file The information for songs Press to resume. repeatedly. expressed in special symbols or Changing to Next/Previous Song in unavailable languages may be ALL: Plays all files repeatedly.
Page 171 Infotainment System 7-39 Some files may not operate due Tone Settings Some features are disabled while to a different recording format or the vehicle is in motion. 1. Press on the iPod menu. the condition of the file. Viewing a Slide Show 2.
Page 172 7-40 Infotainment System mpeg-4 (mpg4, mp42, mp43): 3. Press to exit. 4Mbps Pictures and Movies wmv9: 3 Mbps (Movie System) divx 3: 3 Mbps The infotainment system can play divx 4/5/6: 4.8 Mbps movie files stored on a USB device. xvid: 4.5 Mbps Movie System Information Max audio bitrate:...
Page 173 Infotainment System 7-41 If the USB device is already Changing to Next/Previous Movie connected: Press to change to the 1. Press next file. 2. Press picture & movie. Press within five seconds of the playback time to play the 3. Press Source . previous file.
Page 174 7-42 Infotainment System ® ® Subtitle Language Trademarks and DivX , DivX Certified associated logos are trademarks of If the movie file has a subtitle License Agreements Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries language, it can be viewed. and are used under license. FCC Information Press from the movie screen.
Page 175 Infotainment System 7-43 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 176 7-44 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 177 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 178 Climate Controls after the air in the vehicle has or by turning the ignition to ACC/ (Defog): This mode clears the cooled, turn the recirculation ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. windows of fog or moisture. Air is mode off. If turned on again it runs for about directed to the floor, windshield, and five minutes before turning off.
Page 179 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 180: 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 181 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-18 Cruise Control Shifting out of Park ..9-19 Cruise Control ....9-29 Operating Parking .
Page 182: 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 183: 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 184: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating If the steering wheel is turned until it Steering in Emergencies The vehicle's right wheels can drop reaches the end of its travel and is off the edge of a road onto the There are some situations when held against that position for an shoulder while driving.
Page 185: 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 186: 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 187: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating Wet ice can occur at about 0°C shaded areas. The surface of a Warning (Continued) (32°F) when freezing rain begins to curve or an overpass can remain icy fall, resulting in even less traction. when the surrounding roads are loss of steering.
Page 188: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating If it takes some time for help to Warning Warning (Continued) arrive, now and then when you run the engine, push the accelerator Fully open the air outlets on Snow can trap engine exhaust pedal slightly so the engine runs or under the instrument under the vehicle.
Page 189: 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 190 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 191 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, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
Page 192 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 193: 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 some of them are above...
Page 194: Ignition Positions
9-14 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions This position locks the steering Caution (Continued) wheel, ignition, and transmission. The ignition switch can bind in the Avoid making hard stops for LOCK/OFF position with the wheels the first 322 km (200 mi) or turned off center.
Page 195 Driving and Operating 9-15 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). for emission inspection purposes. Caution This can be done while the The switch stays in this position vehicle is moving. After shifting when the engine is running. Using a tool to force the key to to N (Neutral), firmly apply the If you leave the key in the ACC/ turn in the ignition could cause...
Page 196: Starting The Engine
9-16 Driving and Operating Starting the Engine Starting Procedure Caution 1. With your foot off the accelerator Automatic Transmission pedal, turn the ignition to START. Holding the key in START for Move the shift lever to P (Park) or When the engine cranks, let go longer than 15 seconds at a time N (Neutral).
Page 197: Engine Heater
Driving and Operating 9-17 3. If the engine still will not start, Engine Heater It is shipped from the factory or starts but then stops, it could with a tie holding it in place. Use The engine heater can provide be flooded with too much care in removing the tie so that easier starting and better fuel...
Page 198: Retained Accessory
9-18 Driving and Operating The length of time the heater should Shifting Into Park Warning (Continued) remain plugged in depends on 1. Hold the brake pedal down and several factors. Ask a dealer in the It is dangerous to get out of the set the parking brake.
Page 199: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-19 P (Park) without first pushing the the pressure from the parking pawl To shift out of P (Park): button on the shift lever. If you can, in the transmission, so you can pull 1. Apply the brake pedal. it means that the shift lever was not the shift lever out of P (Park).
Page 200: Parking
9-20 Driving and Operating Parking Parking over Things Engine Exhaust That Burn If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before getting out of Warning the vehicle, move the shift lever into Warning Engine exhaust contains carbon R (Reverse) if parking on a downhill monoxide (CO) which cannot be slope.
Page 201: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-21 Running the Vehicle Automatic Warning (Continued) While Parked Transmission There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from Continuously Variable engine running. damage or aftermarket Transmission (CVT) If the vehicle is left with the engine modifications that are not The CVT is electronically controlled...
Page 202 9-22 Driving and Operating P (Park): This position locks the applied, and the shift lever button To rock the vehicle back and forth to front wheels. Select P (Park) only pressed before shifting from get out of snow, ice, or sand without when the vehicle is stationary and P (Park) while the ignition key is in damaging the transmission, see If...
Page 203: Manual Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-23 L (Low): This position reduces Manual Transmission Caution vehicle speed without using the brakes by using the braking effect of Shifting out of P (Park) or engine compression. It can help N (Neutral) with the engine control vehicle speed going down running at high speed may steep hills, on long downhill grades,...
Page 204 9-24 Driving and Operating 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal Neutral: Use this position when Shift Speeds and shift into 1 (First). Then, slowly you start or idle the engine. let up on the clutch pedal as you Warning R (Reverse): To back up, press press the accelerator pedal.
Page 205: Antilock Brake
Driving and Operating 9-25 For the best fuel economy, Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it accelerate slowly and shift when the becomes necessary to slam on the light comes on, and if the weather, brakes and continue braking to Antilock Brake road, and traffic conditions allow.
Page 206: Parking Brake
9-26 Driving and Operating suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake Caution leave enough room up ahead to stop, even with ABS. Driving with the parking brake on Using ABS can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or Do not pump the brakes.
Page 207: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
Driving and Operating 9-27 each corner of the vehicle until the After the driver completely stops Ride Control Systems ABS activates. Minor brake pedal and holds the vehicle in a complete pulsation or pedal movement during standstill on a grade, HSA will be Traction Control/ this time is normal and the driver automatically activated.
Page 208 9-28 Driving and Operating vehicle wheel brakes to assist the comes on and stays on: driver in keeping the vehicle on the 1. Stop the vehicle. intended path. 2. Turn the engine off and wait If cruise control is being used and 15 seconds.
Page 209: Stability Control
Driving and Operating 9-29 The button for TCS and StabiliTrak Cruise Control StabiliTrak Off Light come on and is on the center stack. stay on in the instrument cluster. To If equipped with cruise control, the turn TCS and StabiliTrak on again, vehicle can maintain a speed of Caution press and release the...
Page 210 9-30 Driving and Operating SET/ (Set/Coast): Press briefly to Warning set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already Cruise control can be dangerous active, use to decrease vehicle where you cannot drive safely at speed. a steady speed. Do not use the (Cancel): Press to disengage cruise control on winding roads or cruise control without erasing the...
Page 211 Driving and Operating 9-31 Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using Using Cruise Control on Hills Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a How well cruise control works on desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is hills depends on the vehicle speed, are applied, the cruise control is already activated:...
Page 212: Driver Assistance Systems Rear Vision
9-32 Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) There are four ways to end cruise Systems control: screen, during longer, higher speed backing maneuvers, Step lightly on the brake pedal Rear Vision or where there could be cross (manual and automatic Camera (RVC) traffic.
Page 213 Driving and Operating 9-33 Turning the Rear Vision Camera To turn the guidelines on or off: Rear Vision Camera Location System On or Off 1. Shift into P (Park). To turn the RVC system on or off: 2. Press the CONFIG button on the 1.
Page 214 9-34 Driving and Operating The back of the vehicle was in 2. Corner of the rear bumper. an accident. The position and When the System Does Not mounting angle of the camera Seem To Work Properly can change or the camera can be affected.
Page 215: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-35 Fuel Recommended Fuel then they are acceptable to use. However, E85 and other fuels Use regular unleaded gasoline with Use of the recommended fuel is an containing more than 15% ethanol a posted octane rating of 87 or important part of the proper must be used only in FlexFuel higher.
Page 216: Gasoline Specifications
9-36 Driving and Operating Gasoline Specifications vehicle may not pass a smog-check Fuel Additives test. See Malfunction Indicator At a minimum, gasoline should meet To keep fuel systems clean, TOP Lamp on page 5-12. If this occurs, ASTM specification D 4814. Some TIER Detergent Gasoline is return to your authorized dealer for gasolines contain an...
Page 217: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-37 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
9-38 Driving and Operating When replacing the fuel cap, turn it Filling a Portable Fuel Caution clockwise until it clicks. Make sure Container the cap is fully installed. The If a new fuel cap is needed, be diagnostic system can determine if sure to get the right type of cap Warning the fuel cap has been left off or...
Page 219: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-39 Trailer Towing Conversions and Warning (Continued) Add-Ons General Towing keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is Information Add-On Electrical complete. Equipment The vehicle is neither designed nor Fill the container no more intended to tow a trailer.
Page 220 9-40 Driving and Operating NOTES...
Page 221: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Washer Fluid ....10-18 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Brakes ..... 10-18 Stoplamps, and Back-Up Brake Fluid .
Page 222: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Jump Starting General Information Operation ....10-44 Jump Starting ....10-63 For service and parts needs, visit Tire Inspection .
Page 223: California Perchlorate
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 This vehicle has an airbag system. Hood Before attempting to do your own To open the hood: service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-28. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed.
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 10-29. It is a good idea to check the engine page 10-18. 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 Add enough oil to put the level Caution with a paper towel or cloth, then somewhere in the proper operating push it back in all the way. range, between the cross-hatched Do not add too much oil.
Page 229: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-9 ( 20°F), an SAE 0W-20 oil may be cancer. Do not let used oil stay on used. An oil of this viscosity grade your skin for very long. Clean your will provide easier cold starting for skin and nails with soap and water, the engine at extremely low or a good hand cleaner.
Page 230: Automatic Transmission
10-10 Vehicle Care mileage at which an oil change is If the system is ever reset Automatic Transmission indicated can vary considerably. For accidentally, the oil must be Fluid the oil life system to work properly, changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) the system must be reset every time since the last oil change.
Page 231: Manual Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-11 Manual Transmission When to Check and What Do not remove the cap to check the fluid level or to top off the fluid level. to Use Fluid Remove the cap only when necessary to add the proper fluid How to Check Manual until the level reaches the MIN line.
Page 232: Cooling System
10-12 Vehicle Care release loose dust and dirt. If the Warning filter remains covered with dirt, a new filter is required. Operating the engine with the air To inspect or replace the air cleaner/ cleaner/filter off can cause you or filter: others to be burned.
Page 233: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-13 What to Use Warning Caution (Continued) Warning Heater and radiator hoses, and vehicle warranty. Always use other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant Adding only plain water or some hot. Do not touch them. If you do, in the vehicle.
Page 234: Checking Coolant
10-14 Vehicle Care Gives boiling protection up to Never dispose of engine coolant by 129°C (265°F), engine putting it in the trash, pouring it on temperature. the ground, or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water. Have the coolant Protects against rust and changed by an authorized service corrosion.
Page 235 Vehicle Care 10-15 If no coolant is visible in the coolant Warning Warning (Continued) surge tank, add coolant as follows: How to Add Coolant to the Steam and scalding liquids from a could catch fire and you or others Coolant Surge Tank hot cooling system can blow out could be burned.
Page 236: Engine Overheating
10-16 Vehicle Care 4. With the coolant surge tank Check the level in the coolant surge pressure cap off, start the tank when the cooling system has engine and let it run until you cooled down. If the coolant is not at can feel the upper radiator hose the proper level, repeat Steps 1 getting hot.
Page 237 Vehicle Care 10-17 running. If it is not, do not continue If the overheat warning is displayed Warning (Continued) to run the engine. Have the vehicle with no sign of steam: serviced. 1. Turn the air conditioning off. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open 2.
Page 238: Washer Fluid
10-18 Vehicle Care If the warning continues, pull over, Adding Washer Fluid Caution (Continued) stop, and park the vehicle right away. to freeze and damage the If there is no sign of steam, idle the washer fluid tank and other engine for three minutes while parts of the washer system.
Page 239: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-19 proper sequence to torque new, approved replacement parts. Warning specifications. See Capacities and If this is not done, the brakes might Specifications on page 12-2. not work properly. For example, The brake wear warning sound installing disc brake pads that are Brake linings should always be means that soon the brakes will wrong for the vehicle, can change...
Page 240: Checking Brake Fluid
10-20 Vehicle Care There are only two reasons why the When the brake/clutch fluid falls to a Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir low level, the brake warning light might go down: comes on. See Brake System If too much brake fluid is added, it Warning Light on page 5-15.
Page 241: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-21 Vehicle Storage Warning Caution (Continued) Warning If brake fluid is spilled on the With the wrong kind of fluid in the vehicle's painted surfaces, brake/clutch hydraulic system, the Batteries have acid that can burn the paint finish can be brakes might not work well.
Page 242: Function Check
10-22 Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact Shift Lock Control your dealer for service. Warning Function Check Ignition Transmission When you are doing this Warning Lock Check inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly.
Page 243: Park Brake And P (Park)
Vehicle Care 10-23 To check the P (Park) Park Brake and P (Park) Caution mechanism's holding ability: Mechanism Check With the engine running, shift to Allowing the wiper arm to touch P (Park). Then release the the windshield when no wiper parking brake followed by the Warning blade is installed could damage...
Page 244: Headlamp Aiming
10-24 Vehicle Care Rear Wiper Blade Replacement Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary, see your dealer.
Page 245: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-25 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 246: Fog Lamps
10-26 Vehicle Care 2. Disconnect the electrical 1. Stoplamp/Taillamp connector from the fog lamp bulb 2. Turn Signal Lamp/Taillamp assembly. 3. Back-up Lamp 3. Remove the bulb by turning it To replace a taillamp, turn signal counterclockwise and pulling it lamp, stoplamp, or back-up bulb: straight out of the assembly.
Page 247: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-27 4. Press the bulb in and turn 2. License Plate Bulb Replacement Bulbs counterclockwise to remove it 3. Bulb Socket Bulb from the socket. Exterior Lamp Number To replace a license plate 5. Press the new bulb in and turn lamp bulb: Back-Up Lamps clockwise to install the bulb into...
Page 248: Electrical System
10-28 Vehicle Care Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers An electrical overload may cause Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the Overload protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away...
Page 249: Engine Compartment Fuse
Vehicle Care 10-29 Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. To access the fuses, press the tab at the front of the cover, and lift the cover.
Page 250 10-30 Vehicle Care...
Page 251 Vehicle Care 10-31 The vehicle may not be equipped Number Usage Number Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Canister Headlamp features shown. High Left Number Usage Fuel Pump Headlamp High Windshield Washer Front Wiper Right Rear Window Front Wiper Fan Low Washer Relay Control Relay...
Page 252 10-32 Vehicle Care Auxiliary Fuse Block Number Usage Not Used Air Conditioning Relay Air Conditioning ECM/TCM 1 ECM/TCM 2 Low Vacuum Switch The vehicle may not be equipped Automatic with all of the fuses, relays, and Occupant Sensing features shown. The auxiliary fuse block is on the Mirror Heater driver side of the vehicle, near the...
Page 253: Block
Vehicle Care 10-33 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Open the fuse panel door by pulling Remove the fuse panel door out at the top. diagonally. The instrument panel fuse block is on the underside of the driver side instrument panel.
Page 254 10-34 Vehicle Care 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 255: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-35 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 256: All-Season Tires
10-36 Vehicle Care All-Season Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) This vehicle may come with and a serious crash. See Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are Vehicle Load Limits on cause a crash. If the tread designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces page 9-9.
Page 257: Winter Tires
Vehicle Care 10-37 Use only radial ply tires of the Winter Tires Tire Sidewall Labeling same size, load range, and This vehicle was not originally Useful information about a tire is speed rating as the original equipped with winter tires. Winter equipment tires.
Page 258: Tire Designations
10-38 Vehicle Care (2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would resistance. For more information Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date see Uniform Tire Quality Specification) Original of 0310. Grading on page 10-51. equipment tires designed to (4) Tire Identification Number (7) Maximum Cold Inflation GM's specific tire performance...
Page 259: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-39 the tire size means a passenger (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of automatic transmission, power vehicle tire engineered to the wheel in inches. windows, power seats, and air standards set by the U.S. Tire conditioning. (6) Service Description These and Rim Association.
Page 260 10-40 Vehicle Care 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 10-42. Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated.
Page 261 Vehicle Care 10-41 outward when mounted on a Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic of a tire when only 1.6 mm vehicle. The side of the tire that tire in which the ply cords that (1/16 in) of tread remains. See contains a whitewall, bears extend to the beads are laid at When It Is Time for New Tires...
Page 262: Tire Pressure
10-42 Vehicle Care Vehicle Maximum Load on the The Tire and Loading Caution Tire Load on an individual tire Information label on the vehicle due to curb weight, accessory indicates the original equipment Neither tire underinflation nor weight, occupant weight, and tires and the correct cold tire overinflation is good.
Page 263: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-43 How to Check of the tire valve to release air. tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire Re-check the tire pressure with Use a good quality pocket-type inflation pressure for those tires.) the tire gauge. gauge to check the tire As an added safety feature, your pressure.
Page 264: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-44 Vehicle Care not reached the level to trigger ensure that the replacement or illumination of the TPMS low tire alternate tires and wheels allow the pressure telltale. TPMS to continue to function properly. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction See Tire Pressure Monitor indicator to indicate when the Operation on page 10-44.
Page 265 Vehicle Care 10-45 A Tire and Loading Information label TPMS Malfunction Light Caution (Continued) shows the size of the original The TPMS will not function properly equipment tires and the correct if one or more of the TPMS sensors the GM approved tire sealant inflation pressure for the tires when are missing or inoperable.
Page 266 10-46 Vehicle Care rotating the tires. The If the TPMS is not functioning There are two minutes to match the malfunction light should go off properly, it cannot detect or signal a first tire/wheel position, and after successfully completing the low tire condition.
Page 267: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-47 The tire has a bump, bulge, 6. Start with the driver side 11. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. or split. front tire. 12. Set all four tires to the 7. Place the relearn tool against recommended air pressure The tire has a puncture, cut, the tire sidewall, near the valve level as indicated on the Tire...
Page 268: When It Is Time For New
10-48 Vehicle Care See When It Is Time for New Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor Warning (Continued) Tires on page 10-48 and Wheel System. See Tire Pressure Replacement on page 10-53. Monitor Operation on used, however, use a scraper page 10-44. or wire brush to remove all rust or dirt.
Page 269: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-49 equipped, be replaced after six at least a month, remove the tires or years, regardless of tread wear. The raise the vehicle to reduce the tire manufacturer date is the last weight from the tires. four digits of the DOT Tire Buying New Tires Identification Number (TIN) which is molded into one side of the tire...
Page 270 10-50 Vehicle Care number is molded onto the tire's Winter tires with the same speed Warning sidewall near the tire size. If the rating as the original equipment tires have an all-season tread tires may not be available for H, Mixing tires of different sizes, design, the TPC spec number V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated...
Page 271: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-51 If the vehicle tires must be Different Size Tires and Warning (Continued) replaced with a tire that does not Wheels have a TPC Spec number, make specific wheel and tire systems If wheels or tires are installed that sure they are the same size, developed for the vehicle, and are a different size than the original...
Page 272 10-52 Vehicle Care (NHTSA), which grades tires by All Passenger Car Tires Must Traction treadwear, traction, and Conform to Federal Safety The traction grades, from temperature performance. This Requirements In Addition To highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, applies only to vehicles sold in These Grades.
Page 273: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-53 conditions on a specified indoor Wheel Alignment and Tire If the wheel leaks air, replace it. Some aluminum wheels can be laboratory test wheel. Sustained Balance repaired. See your dealer if any of high temperature can cause the these conditions exist.
Page 274: Tire Chains
10-54 Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning a crash. Always use the correct parts. The area damaged by the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel tire chains could cause loss of Replacing a wheel with a used nuts for replacement.
Page 275 Vehicle Care 10-55 It is unusual for a tire to blow out, Warning Warning (Continued) especially if the tires are maintained properly. See Tires on page 10-35. Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for air goes out of a tire, it is much permanent damage to the tire.
Page 276: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-56 Vehicle Care 6 mm (0.25 in), the tire is too If this vehicle has a tire sealant and Warning severely damaged for the tire compressor kit, there may not be a sealant and compressor kit to be spare tire or tire changing Overinflating a tire could cause effective.
Page 277 Vehicle Care 10-57 The kit includes: There is only enough sealant to seal one tire. After usage, the tire sealant canister must be replaced. Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes.
Page 278 10-58 Vehicle Care Do not remove any objects that 4. Attach the air only hose (10) to have penetrated the tire. the sealant canister inlet valve (1) by turning it clockwise 1. Remove the tire sealant until tight. canister (4) and compressor from its storage location.
Page 279 Vehicle Care 10-59 If the vehicle only has a cigarette 11. Inflate the tire to the Caution (Continued) lighter, use the cigarette lighter. recommended inflation pressure using the pressure Do not pinch the power plug tire. Remove the power plug from gauge (7).
Page 280 10-60 Vehicle Care 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) 20. If the flat tire was able to inflate severely damaged and the tire counterclockwise to remove it to the recommended inflation sealant cannot seal the tire. from the tire valve stem. pressure, remove the See Roadside Assistance maximum speed label from the...
Page 281 Vehicle Care 10-61 Using the Tire Sealant and 1. Remove the compressor from its storage location. See Storing the Compressor Kit without Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not on page 10-63. Punctured) 2. Remove the air only hose (10) The kit includes: and the power plug (9) from the bottom of the compressor.
Page 282 10-62 Vehicle Care 6. Plug the power plug (9) into the 9. Inflate the tire to the Caution accessory power outlet in the recommended inflation pressure vehicle. Unplug all items from using the pressure gauge (7). If the recommended pressure other accessory power outlets.
Page 283: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-63 12. Turn the air only hose (10) Jump Starting counterclockwise to remove it For more information about the from the tire valve stem. vehicle battery, see Battery on 13. Replace the tire valve page 10-21. stem cap. If the battery has run down, try to 14.
Page 284 10-64 Vehicle Care 3. Good Battery Positive Post Caution Caution 4. Good Battery Negative Post Ignoring these steps could result If the other vehicle does not have The jump start positive post is in the in costly damage to the vehicle a 12-volt system with a negative engine compartment on the driver that would not be covered by the...
Page 285 Vehicle Care 10-65 Caution Warning Warning If any accessories are left on or Using a match near a battery can Fans or other moving engine plugged in during the jump cause battery gas to explode. parts can injure you badly. Keep starting procedure, they could be People have been hurt doing this, your hands away from moving...
Page 286: Towing The Vehicle
10-66 Vehicle Care 9. Start the engine in the vehicle Towing the Vehicle Consult your dealer or a with the good battery and run professional towing service if the the engine at idle speed for at disabled vehicle must be towed. Caution least four minutes.
Page 287 Vehicle Care 10-67 Here are some important things to Dinghy Towing (with Automatic Vehicles with an automatic consider before recreational vehicle transmission should not be towed Transmission) towing: with all four wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly The towing capacity of the should be used.
Page 288 10-68 Vehicle Care 2. Shift the transmission to Neutral. 2. Shift the automatic transmission Caution into P (Park) or a manual 3. Turn the ignition to ACC/ transmission into 1 (First) gear. ACCESSORY. Towing the vehicle from the rear 3. Set the parking brake. could damage it.
Page 289: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-69 Appearance Care Caution Caution (Continued) Exterior Care Towing the vehicle from the rear products can be obtained from could damage it. Also, repairs your dealer. Follow all Locks would not be covered by the manufacturer directions regarding vehicle warranty.
Page 290 10-70 Vehicle Care washed. This could cause damage calcium chloride and other salts, ice Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle warranty. sap, bird droppings, chemicals from may damage it. Use only industrial chimneys, etc., can If using an automatic car wash, non-abrasive waxes and polishes...
Page 291 Vehicle Care 10-71 Ice scrapers or other hard items. The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ vehicle are aluminum. To prevent Lenses and Emblems Aftermarket appearance caps or damage always follow these covers while the lamps are Use only lukewarm or cold water, a cleaning instructions: illuminated, due to excessive soft cloth, and a car washing soap...
Page 292 10-72 Vehicle Care a buildup of vehicle wash/wax Caution Caution (Continued) treatments may cause wiper streaking. Using petroleum-based tire or sodium chloride. These Replace the wiper blades if they are dressing products on the vehicle chlorides are used on roads for worn or damaged.
Page 293: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-73 Steering, Suspension, and washing system can do this. If not Chemical Paint Spotting removed, rust and corrosion can Chassis Components Airborne pollutants can fall upon develop. and attack painted vehicle surfaces Visually inspect the front and rear causing blotchy, ring-shaped Sheet Metal Damage suspension and steering system for...
Page 294 10-74 Vehicle Care Never use a brush with stiff Your dealer may have products for Caution bristles. cleaning the interior. Use cleaners specifically designed for the Never rub any surface To prevent scratching, never use surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive abrasive cleaners on automotive permanent damage.
Page 295 Vehicle Care 10-75 Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth to Radio Displays using a soft brush attachment. If a a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being For vehicles with high gloss...
Page 296 10-76 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Cargo Cover and Caution (Continued) Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces Convenience Net and Low Gloss Paint Surfaces change the appearance and feel Wash with warm water and mild detergent. Do not use chlorine of leather or soft trim and are not Use a soft microfiber cloth bleach.
Page 297: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-77 Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage: The original equipment floor Warning mats were designed for your If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended is not properly installed, it can that GM certified floor mats be interfere with the pedals.
Page 298 10-78 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 299: 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 300: 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 301 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine oil level and oil Inspect engine air cleaner filter. Engine Oil Change life percentage. If needed, See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on When the Code 82 DIC message change engine oil and filter, and page 10-11. displays, have the engine oil and reset oil life system.
Page 302 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check automatic transmission Visually inspect gas strut for shift lock control function. See signs of wear, cracks, or other Automatic Transmission Shift damage. Check the hold open Lock Control Function Check on ability of the strut. See your page 10-22.
Page 303: Additional Required Services
Service and Maintenance 11-5 Additional Required Services Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system.
Page 304 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Inspect for fraying, excessive Schedule Additional Required cracking, or damage. Services - Normal (6) Inspect for fraying, excessive (1) Or every two years, whichever cracking, or damage. Check belt comes first. More frequent tension and replace if needed.
Page 305 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 306: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (5) Inspect for fraying, excessive Special Application Schedule Additional Required cracking, or damage. Services Services - Severe (6) Inspect for fraying, excessive (1) Or every two years, whichever cracking, or damage. Check belt Severe Commercial Use comes first.
Page 307: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to start Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance and Care the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. additional electrical accessories. Your vehicle is an important Signs of brake wear may include investment and caring for it properly To avoid break-down or failure to chirping, grinding, or squealing...
Page 308 11-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall; or a bulge or Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in control split in the tire. be regularly inspected to ensure for a smoother ride.
Page 309 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Wheel Alignment Wiper Blades Wheel alignment is critical for Wiper blades need to be cleaned ensuring that the tires deliver and kept in good condition to optimal wear and performance. provide a clear view. Signs that the alignment may Signs of wear include streaking, need to be adjusted include skipping across the windshield,...
Page 310: 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 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 311: 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 312 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 313: 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 314 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 315 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 316 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 317: 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 318: 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 319 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Drive Belt Routing...
Page 320 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 321: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 322 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 323: 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 324: 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 325: Program
General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca (Canada) chevroletowner.ca Reimbursement Program or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner for details. TTY users call Centre: 1-800-263-3830. Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives.
Page 326 New Vehicle Limited Warranty. nearest Chevrolet dealer for chains, or other traction devices. Chevrolet and General Motors of warranty service, or if the vehicle Canada Limited reserve the right to Towing or services for vehicles...
Page 327: Scheduling Service
Customer Information 13-7 Services Specific to Assistance advisor may give safety related. If it is, please call permission to get local your dealership, let them know this, Canadian-Purchased Vehicles emergency road service. You will and ask for instructions. Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement receive payment, up to $100, If your dealer requests you to bring is approximately $5 Canadian.
Page 328 13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation is not a one-way or round-trip shuttle service Courtesy Rental Vehicle part of the New Vehicle Limited within reasonable time and distance Your dealer may arrange to provide Warranty. A separate booklet parameters of your dealer's area. you with a courtesy rental vehicle or entitled Limited Warranty and reimburse you for a rental vehicle...
Page 329: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Additional Program value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New Information collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any All program options, such as shuttle related failures are not covered by Collision Parts service, may not be available at...
Page 330 13-10 Customer Information center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing Gather the following information: technicians and comparable company may require you to have Driver name, address, and equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number. Genuine GM Original Equipment Insuring the Vehicle Driver license number.
Page 331: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance Each bulletin contains instructions company is paying for the repairs, to assist in the diagnosis and Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a service of the vehicle. In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that Owner Information...
Page 332: Reporting Safety Defects
13-12 Customer Information Current and Past Models Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Technical Service Bulletins and Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Manuals are available for current (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to and past model GM vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 333: 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 334: 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 335: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
Customer Information 13-15 OnStar Terms and Conditions and Radio Frequency Privacy Statement on the OnStar Statement website. This vehicle has systems that Radio Frequency operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Identification (RFID) Communications Commission (FCC) RFID technology is used in some rules and with Industry Canada vehicles for functions such as tire...
Page 336 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 337: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Press 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 338: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Press the OnStar Emergency button OnStar Services Navigation to get a priority connection to an OnStar navigation requires the Emergency Advisor available Emergency Directions and Connections 24/7 to: service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Get help for an emergency. the built-in system can automatically Press to receive directions or...
Page 339: Connections
OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds After the call ends, press the Go with the last direction given, then button on the navigation screen to During a Planned Route responds with OnStar ready, begin driving directions. Cancel Route then a tone.
Page 340 14-4 OnStar OnStar Mobile App Calling 911 Emergency Store a Name Tag for Speed Dialing Download the OnStar RemoteLink 1. Press . System responds: ® mobile app to select Apple OnStar Ready, followed by 1. Press . System responds: ® Android , and BlackBerry devices a tone.
Page 341: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Verify Minutes and Expiration OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information Press and say Minutes then Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, Verify to check how many minutes Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service remain and their expiration date. Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Press to request account transfer...
Page 342 14-6 OnStar to function properly. These systems vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a system can provide in-vehicle may not operate if the battery is crash, or wireless phone network access to all of the OnStar services, discharged or disconnected. congestion or jamming.
Page 343 OnStar 14-7 change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar Roadside Assistance and a route or may ask for a call back and provide the Advisor with the locksmith to help gain access to the after the vehicle is driven into an current number.
Page 344 14-8 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment OnStar - libcurl and unzip FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF acknowledgments The OnStar system is integrated THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO into the electrical architecture of the Certain OnStar components include EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR vehicle.
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Page 347: Adding Equipment To The
INDEX Airbags Automatic Adding Equipment to the Door Locks ....2-7 Accessories and Vehicle ..... .3-28 Headlamp System .
Page 348 INDEX Break-In, New Vehicle ..9-13 Carbon Monoxide Cleaning Bulb Replacement ... . 10-27 Engine Exhaust ....9-20 Exterior Care .
Page 349 INDEX Courtesy Lamps ....6-5 Devices Courtesy Transportation Auxiliary ..... .7-17 Electrical Equipment, Program .
Page 350 INDEX Engine (cont'd) Fog Lamps Fuses Oil Messages ....5-26 Bulb Engine Compartment Overheating ....10-16 Replacement .
Page 351 INDEX Hood ......10-4 Hooks Halogen Bulbs ....10-25 Jump Starting .
Page 352: Lower Anchors And Tethers
INDEX LATCH System Lights (cont'd) High-Beam On ....5-20 Replacing Parts after a Maintenance Crash ..... . .3-45 High/Low Beam Changer .
Page 353 INDEX ® OnStar Navigation ... . 14-2 Passenger Compartment Air ® OnStar Overview ... . . 14-1 Filter ......8-4 Navigation ®...
Page 354 INDEX Privacy Records Retained Accessory Radio Frequency Maintenance ....11-15 Power (RAP) ....9-18 Identification (RFID) .
Page 355 INDEX Safety Defects Reporting Service (cont'd) Starter Switch Check ..10-22 Maintenance Records ..11-15 Canadian Government ..13-13 Starting the Engine ... . 9-16 General Motors .
Page 356 i-10 INDEX Tires (cont'd) Trip Odometer ....5-9 Terminology and Turn and Lane-Change Tachometer ..... 5-9 Definitions .
Page 357 INDEX i-11 Vehicle Care Windshield Storing the Tire Sealant Wiper/Washer ....5-3 and Compressor Kit ..10-63 Winter Tire Pressure .
Page 358 i-12 INDEX NOTES...

Chevrolet Spark 2014 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Instruments and Controls 5-1 Instruments and Controls

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

O(Off):Turns Allthelampsoff

Exterior Light.

Automatically Depending on the

Daytime Running

Interior Lighting

Lighting Features

7-1 Infotainment System Downloadable Applications Introduction

Introduction

Radio

Phone

Driving and Operating 9-1 Driving and Operating

General Information

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