Page 1 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2014 Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual Jump Starting ....10-87 Technical Data ....12-1 OnStar .
Page 3 à l'adresse the features found on your vehicle. this manual including, but not limited savant: For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, Motors of Canada Limited for...
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual information relating to a specific Caution component, control, message, To quickly locate information about gauge, or indicator. the vehicle, use the Index in the Text marked Caution provides : This symbol is shown when back of the manual. It is an information that may indicate a you need to see your owner manual alphabetical list of what is in the...
Page 5 Introduction : Cruise Control : Headlamp High/Low-Beam : Remote Vehicle Start Changer : Engine Coolant Temperature : Safety Belt Reminders : LATCH System Child : Exterior Lamps : Tire Pressure Monitor Restraints ® : Fog Lamps : Traction Control/StabiliTrak : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : Fuel Gauge : Windshield Washer Fluid : Oil Pressure...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Steering Wheel Rear Vision Adjustment ....1-10 Camera (RVC) ... . . 1-16 Interior Lighting .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 9: Climate Control Systems
In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-3. 9. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out 17. Transmission Temperature of View). See Malfunction Gauge (Except ZL1) on 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Indicator Lamp on page 5-17. page 5-13. Lane-Change Signals on 10.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive The RKE transmitter can have one of the two symbols for the remote Information trunk release. This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.
Page 11: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief When the engine starts, the parking Press and hold for at least lamps will turn on and remain on as three seconds to sound the panic long as the engine is running. The alarm. doors will be locked and the climate Press again to cancel the panic control system may come on.
Page 12: Trunk Release
In Brief Door Locks Trunk Release 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in To lock or unlock a door: To open the trunk, press the trunk place. release button on the lower portion To lock the door from the inside, See Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.
Page 13: Heated Seats
In Brief Raise or lower the front part of Heated Seats Head Restraint the seat cushion by moving the Adjustment front of the horizontal control up or down. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and Raise or lower the entire seat by adjusted properly.
Page 14: Passenger Sensing System
In Brief while keeping the seat and the head Safety Belts Passenger Sensing restraint height in the proper System position. If equipped with high performance seats, the front seat head restraints cannot be adjusted. See Head Restraints on page 3-2 and Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-3.
Page 15: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief The passenger airbag status To adjust each mirror: On vehicles with an automatic indicator lights are visible on the dimming inside rearview mirror. The 1. Press the switch to select the overhead console when the vehicle mirror reduces glare from the driver or passenger side mirror.
Page 16: Exterior Lighting
1-10 In Brief Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Adjustment Dome Lamps The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel, on the outboard The dome lamp buttons are side of the steering wheel. overhead near the rearview mirror. There are four positions: To change the settings, press the To adjust the steering wheel: : Briefly turn to this position to...
Page 17 In Brief 1-11 AUTO: Automatically turns the Windshield Wiper/Washer exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting. : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, except the headlamps. : Turns on the headlamps INT: Move the lever up to INT for together with the parking lamps and intermittent wipes, then turn the instrument panel lights.
Page 18: Climate Controls
1-12 In Brief Climate Controls Transmission The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Automatic Transmission controlled with this system. Tap Shift Tap Shift allows the driver to manually control the automatic transmission. To use Tap Shift, the shift lever must be in M (Manual Mode) or D (Drive).
Page 19: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-13 instrument cluster. When using the Manual Transmission Vehicle Features ERS mode a number will display One to Four Shift Message next to the M, indicating the current Radio(s) (V8 Only) maximum gear allowed. VOL/ : Press to turn the system To use this feature: on and off.
Page 20 1-14 In Brief Storing a Favorite Station 5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob SiriusXM Satellite Radio to select the next value. Service Stations from all bands can be 6. To save the time or date and stored in the favorite lists in any SiriusXM is a satellite radio service return to the Time and Date order.
Page 21: Onstar
In Brief 1-15 Portable Audio Devices Steering Wheel Controls : Press to select an audio source. This vehicle may have a 3.5 mm Turn up or down to select the next (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB or previous favorite radio station, port in the center console bin.
Page 22: Infotainment System
1-16 In Brief Cruise Control upwards to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed. SET/ : Move the thumbwheel down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is 1. SET/CLR: Press to set, or press already active, use to decrease and hold to clear, the menu item speed.
Page 23: Ultrasonic Parking Assist
In Brief 1-17 See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on They can be used to plug in Read the instructions completely page 9-47. electrical equipment, such as a cell before attempting to program the phone or an MP3 player. Universal Remote system. Because Ultrasonic Parking Assist of the steps involved, it may be The accessory power outlets do not...
Page 24: Maintenance
1-18 In Brief Convertible Performance and Maintenance If equipped, the convertible top can be lowered and stowed under the tonneau cover behind the rear seat. Traction Control/ For step-by-step instructions, see Electronic Stability Convertible Top on page 2-19. Control The traction control system limits wheel spin.
Page 25: Information
In Brief 1-19 To turn off both traction control pressure shown on the Tire and The oil life system should be reset and electronic stability control, Loading Information label. See to 100% only following an oil press and hold the TCS/ Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-12.
Page 26: Onstar Overview
Canada: 1-800-268-6800 if equipped. Automatic car conditions require. New Chevrolet owners are washes are not recommended, Keep vehicle tires properly automatically enrolled in the due to lack of clearance for the inflated.
Page 27: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-14 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-14 Keys Heated Mirrors .
Page 28 Keys, Doors, and Windows With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-15. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: The key that is part of the Remote Press the key release button on the...
Page 29: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to (RKE) System Operation indicate locking. See Locking Feedback under Vehicle The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Personalization on page 5-44. transmitter may work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle.
Page 30 Keys, Doors, and Windows The buttons on the keys are 3. Insert the new key to be Pressing will disarm the disabled when there is a key in the programmed and turn it to the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle ignition. ON/RUN position within Alarm System on page 2-11.
Page 31 Keys, Doors, and Windows vehicle must be off and all of the Battery Replacement Remote Vehicle Start keys you wish to program must be If equipped, this feature allows the with you. Caution engine to be started from outside 1. Insert the new vehicle key into the vehicle.
Page 32 Keys, Doors, and Windows Other conditions can affect the 3. Immediately after completing Steps 1 3 are repeated while the performance of the transmitter. See engine is still running. This provides Step 2, press and hold for at Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) a total of 20 minutes.
Page 33: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Turn the vehicle on and then off. Door Locks Warning (Continued) Conditions in Which Remote Start Will Not Work Warning Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door The remote start will not operate if: Unlocked doors can be when slowing or stopping the The key is in the ignition.
Page 34: Delayed Locking
Keys, Doors, and Windows The door lock cylinder turns freely (Unlock): Press to unlock the when either the wrong key is used, doors. or the correct key is not fully To program the power door locks, inserted. The free turning door lock see Vehicle Personalization on feature prevents the lock from being page 5-44.
Page 35: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows This feature can also be Automatic door unlocking can be Doors programmed. See Vehicle programmed through the Driver Personalization on page 5-44. Information Center (DIC). See Trunk Vehicle Personalization on Automatic Door Locks page 5-44. Warning When the doors are closed, the Lockout Protection ignition is on, and the shift lever is...
Page 36 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows For automatic transmissions, the Emergency Trunk Release Warning (Continued) vehicle must be in P (Park). For Lock (Convertible Only) manual transmissions, the vehicle Adjust the climate control must be off, or stationary with the system to a setting that parking brake set.
Page 37: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 4. Remove the key. Vehicle Security Emergency Trunk Release This vehicle has theft-deterrent Handle features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal. Caution Vehicle Alarm System Do not use the emergency trunk This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm release handle as a tie-down or system.
Page 38 2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows On Solid: Vehicle is secured The vehicle alarm system will not Disarming the System during the delay to arm the system. arm if the doors are locked with To disarm the system, or turn off the the key.
Page 39: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 How to Detect a Tamper The system is automatically If the engine does not start and the disarmed when the vehicle is immobilizer light stays on, there is a Condition started with the correct key. The key problem with the system.
Page 40: Exterior Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Turn Signal Indicator If equipped, an arrow on the mirror Convex Mirrors flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Warning Heated Mirrors A convex mirror can make things, For vehicles with heated mirrors: like other vehicles, look farther (Rear Window Defogger):...
Page 41: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Windows If equipped with a manual rearview Interior Rearview Mirrors mirror, push the tab forward for Warning daytime use and pull it for nighttime Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless use to avoid glare from the view of the area behind your...
Page 42: Power Windows
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Windows the front of the switch down to open the top of the window inward while the window. Pull the switch up to closing the door so the top of the close it. window goes under the roof seal. Warning The switches work when the ignition Express Window Operation...
Page 43: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Express Window Anti-Pinch To program each front window: Warning (Continued) Feature 1. With the ignition in ON/RUN, close all doors. When express-up is active, the express override, make sure that window will auto-reverse if there is all people and obstructions are 2.
Page 44: Roof
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Roof Vent: Press and release the rear of If the sunshade is closed, it opens the switch to vent the sunroof. automatically when the sunroof opens past the vented position. Sunroof The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ If equipped, the sunroof switch is on Caution...
Page 45 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Convertible Top Caution Power Operation Do not open the convertible top if: Objects are in the storage area that could damage it or break the glass rear window. The top is wet or dirty. This can cause stains, mildew or Dirt and debris may collect on the damage the inside of the...
Page 46 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Remove all objects on or above Caution the rear trunk partition. 5. Close the trunk. If you raise or lower the convertible top while the vehicle 6. Start the engine. is in motion, you could damage the top or the top mechanism.
Page 47 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 vehicle's battery. Under certain Raising the Convertible Top conditions, the Driver Information 1. Park on a level surface. Place Center (DIC) may display a the vehicle in P (Park) with an message regarding the convertible automatic transmission and top.
Page 48 2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows 7. After the convertible top is If the convertible top has been Neutral with a manual completely raised, release the opened repeatedly within a short transmission. Set the parking convertible top button. time and is not working, wait brake.
Page 49 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 When power is restored to the vehicle, the pressure release bolt must be tightened using the provided wrench, by turning it clockwise. The convertible top button can then be used to lower or raise the convertible top. If the convertible top is operated multiple times, the engine should be 5.
Page 50 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Cleaning the Convertible Top Wet the entire vehicle and wash the top evenly to avoid spots or rings. The convertible top should be Let the soap remain on the fabric for cleaned often. High pressure car a few minutes.
Page 51 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Use During Adding Equipment to the Pregnancy ....3-13 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-26 Restraints Safety Belt Extender .
Page 52: Seats And
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints If equipped with base seats, the vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. If equipped with high performance seats, the vehicle s front seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted.
Page 53: Seat Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Front Seats To adjust a manual seat, Power Seat Adjustment if equipped: Seat Adjustment 1. Lift the handle under the seat to unlock it. 2. Slide the seat and release the Warning handle. You can lose control of the 3.
Page 54: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Raise or lower the entire seat by Warning moving the entire horizontal control up or down. Sitting in a reclined position when Reclining Seatbacks the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled Power Reclining Seatbacks up, the safety belts cannot do their job.
Page 55: Seatback Latches
Seats and Restraints Seatback Latches Heated Front Seats Warning (Continued) Warning Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are If you cannot feel temperature locked. change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. To To return the seatback to the upright reduce the risk of burns, people position, lift the seatback and...
Page 56: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Remote Start Heated Seats Rear Seats When it is cold outside, the heated seats can be turned on Caution automatically during a remote start. They are canceled when the ignition On convertible models, there is a is turned on. Press the button to use speaker between the two rear the heated seats after the vehicle is seating positions on the seatback.
Page 57: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints To fold the seatback down: Safety Belts Warning This section of the manual A safety belt that is improperly describes how to use safety belts routed, not properly attached, properly. It also describes some or twisted will not provide the things not to do with safety belts.
Page 58: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Warning (Continued) safety belts makes such good sense. are more likely to be seriously Questions and Answers About injured or killed. Do not allow Safety Belts passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle with seats and safety belts.
Page 59: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the Also, in nearly all states and in shoulder and across the chest. all Canadian provinces, the law These parts of the body are best requires wearing safety belts. able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 60 3-10 Seats and Restraints The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull 4. Push the latch plate into the the belt across you. Do not let it buckle until it clicks. get twisted.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints 3-11 They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near-frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met. If the vehicle has side impact airbags, safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash.
Page 62 3-12 Seats and Restraints shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 2.
Page 63: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-13 To remove and store the comfort Warning (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can and across the chest. These parts be removed from the guide. Slide of the body are best able to take the guide onto the clip, leaving only belt restraining forces.
Page 64: Safety Belt Extender
3-14 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt safety belts may not protect you in a System Parts after a If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten crash. They can rip apart under Crash around you, you should use it.
Page 65: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-15 See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System All vehicle airbags in your vehicle belt assemblies inspected or will have the word AIRBAG in the The vehicle has the following replaced. trim or on a label near the airbags: deployment opening.
Page 66 3-16 Seats and Restraints Here are the most important things Warning Warning to know about the airbag system: Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, Warning force and faster than the blink of or very close to, any airbag when an eye, anyone who is up it inflates can be seriously injured You can be severely injured or...
Page 67: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Where Are the Airbags? Coupe Models, Driver Side Shown, The front outboard passenger Passenger Side Similar frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. On coupe models, the seat-mounted The driver frontal airbag is in the side impact airbags for the driver middle of the steering wheel.
Page 68 3-18 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) that person causing severe injury 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 69: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-19 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 70: What Makes An Airbag
3-20 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 71 Seats and Restraints 3-21 Airbags are designed to inflate the hazard warning flashers by Warning only once. After an airbag using the controls for those inflates, you will need some new features. When an airbag inflates, there parts for the airbag system. may be dust in the air.
Page 72: Passenger Sensing
3-22 Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing word ON or OFF, or the symbol for Never put a rear-facing child seat in on or off, will be visible. See the front. This is because the risk to System Passenger Airbag Status Indicator the rear-facing child is so great if the on page 5-15.
Page 73 Seats and Restraints 3-23 The system determines that a any time the system senses that a Warning (Continued) small child is present in a child person of adult size is sitting restraint. properly in the front outboard inflate under some unusual passenger seat.
Page 74 3-24 Seats and Restraints 4. Reinstall the child restraint 6. Restart the vehicle. Warning following the directions provided If the on indicator is still lit, by the child restraint secure the child in the child If the airbag readiness light ever manufacturer and refer to restraint in a rear seat position in comes on and stays on, it means...
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-25 If a person of adult size is sitting in A thick layer of additional material, Warning the front outboard passenger seat, such as a blanket or cushion, but the off indicator is lit, it could be or aftermarket equipment such as If the front outboard passenger because that person is not sitting...
Page 76: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
3-26 Seats and Restraints Servicing the Your dealer and the service manual Warning (Continued) have information about the location Airbag-Equipped Vehicle of the airbag sensors, sensing and proper service procedures, and diagnostic module, and airbag Airbags affect how the vehicle make sure the person performing wiring.
Page 77: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-27 turning off the passenger airbag(s). Caution Warning (Continued) See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-22. If an airbag covering is damaged, protect you and your If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail opened, or broken, the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting airbags, see Different Size Tires may not work properly.
Page 78: Child Restraints
3-28 Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-29 In a crash, children who are not Warning (Continued) buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be belt. The belt force would then be thrown out of the vehicle. Older applied right on the abdomen. children need to use safety belts That could cause serious or fatal properly.
Page 80: Infants And Young
3-30 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should Children have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither Everyone in a vehicle needs the vehicle's safety belt system nor protection! This includes infants and its airbag system is designed all other children.
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-31 weight, height, and age but also Warning (Continued) Warning whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor seat, always move the front To reduce the risk of neck and vehicle in which it will be used. passenger seat as far back as it head injury during a crash, infants For most basic types of child...
Page 82: Child Restraint Systems
3-32 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning (Continued) any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-33 Securing an Add-On Child Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not Restraint in the Vehicle properly secured in the vehicle. Warning When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which killed in a crash if the child...
Page 84: Where To Put The Restraint
3-34 Seats and Restraints Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children aged Warning (Continued) locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in inspection station. For CPST a rear seating position. system is fail-safe. No one can availability in Canada, check with Never put a rear-facing child seat in guarantee that an airbag will not...
Page 85: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-35 Child restraints and booster seats Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat vary considerably in size, and some be secured with the LATCH system, Tethers for Children may fit in certain seating positions this can be done as long as the (LATCH System) better than others.
Page 86 3-36 Seats and Restraints The following explains how to attach Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor a child restraint with these attachments in the vehicle. Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-37 The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether Rear Seat Convertible Model single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single Rear Seat Coupe Model attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor.
Page 88 3-38 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors On coupe models, the top tether the instructions that come with the anchors are on the rear seatback child restraint say that the top tether filler panel. must be attached. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint...
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Warning (Continued) Warning Caution (Continued) belts to secure the restraint, Children can be seriously injured Do not fold the empty rear seat following the instructions that or strangled if a shoulder belt is with a safety belt buckled. This came with the child restraint and wrapped around their neck and could damage the safety belt or...
Page 90: Parts After A Crash
3-40 Seats and Restraints attachments, secure the child 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten If the child restraint has a restraint with the safety belts the top tether according to dual tether, route the tether and top tether, if equipped. Refer the child restraint over the seatback.
Page 91: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-41 If the child restraint has the LATCH sure to follow the instructions that Warning (Continued) system, see Lower Anchors and came with the child restraint. Secure Tethers for Children (LATCH the child in the child restraint when working properly after a crash, System) on page 3-35 for how and and as the instructions say.
Page 92 3-42 Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 5. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the lock.
Page 93: Securing Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-43 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints Warning tether, follow the child restraint (Right Front manufacturer instructions A child in a rear-facing child Passenger Seat) regarding the use of the top restraint can be seriously injured tether.
Page 94 3-44 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a 2. Put the child restraint on Warning (Continued) position without a top tether anchor the seat. if a national or local law requires If the seat has a safety belt Secure rear-facing child restraints that the top tether be anchored, or if guide, remove the safety belt...
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-45 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 96 3-46 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the If the airbag is off, the off indicator in child restraint, make sure it is the passenger airbag status securely held in place. To check, indicator will come on and stay on grasp the child restraint at the when the vehicle is started.
Page 97: Storage
Storage Storage Storage The trunk partition attaches to the sides of the trunk to protect the Compartments convertible top or can be rolled up and stored when the convertible top Storage Compartments is up. Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 Glove Box .
Page 98: Center Console Storage
Storage 1. Pull the handle (3) toward the Center Console Storage rear of the trunk while pulling up To open, lift the latch on the front to release the trunk partition (2) edge of the armrest. from the brackets (1). There is an accessory power outlet 2.
Page 99: Additional Storage Features
Storage Additional Storage Features Tonneau Cover Installation 1. Remove the tonneau cover storage bag from the trunk and remove the tonneau cover. 3. Fold the sides of the tonneau 4. Insert the tab (1) under the cover over. Attach the cord (1) at trim (2) on both sides.
Page 100 Storage 5. Push the outside rim (1) of the Removal tonneau cover under the vehicle trim (2) on both sides. 2. Fold the sides of the tonneau cover over and remove the cord (1) from the post (2) on the 1.
Page 101: Convenience Net
Storage Convenience Net For vehicles with a convenience net inside the trunk, it can be used to secure loose items. The upper (1) and lower (3) hooks on each side of the trunk opening are provided to attach the net. Install the opening of the net at the top and over the two middle hooks (2).
Page 102 Storage NOTES...
Page 103 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Information Displays Gauge ..... . 5-12 Driver Information Controls Transmission Temperature Center (DIC) ....5-25 Gauge (Except ZL1) .
Page 104: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages ..5-42 Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel Vehicle Reminder while driving. Messages ....5-43 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls Vehicle Speed Messages .
Page 105: Horn
Instruments and Controls Horn (Push to Talk): For vehicles ® ® with Bluetooth or OnStar , press to Press on the steering wheel pad interact with those systems. See to sound the horn. Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7-25 or Bluetooth Windshield Wiper/Washer (Infotainment Controls) on page 7-22 or Bluetooth (Overview)
Page 106: Compass
Instruments and Controls Wiper Parking been activated. See Washer Fluid operate for a certain number of on page 10-30 for information on miles or degrees of turn before If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ filling the windshield washer fluid needing a signal from the GPS OFF while the wipers are on LO, HI, reservoir.
Page 107: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls 5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob 2. Select Time and Date Settings. When adding electrical equipment, to select the next value. be sure to follow the proper 3. Highlight Month & Day Format. installation instructions included with 6. To save the time or date and 4.
Page 108: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while...
Page 109: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster V8 English Shown, V6, Metric, and Manual Transmission Similar...
Page 110 Instruments and Controls ZL1 English Shown, Metric and Manual Transmission Similar...
Page 111: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the The trip odometer can show how far vehicle's speed in either kilometers the vehicle has been driven since per hour (km/h) or miles per the trip odometer was last reset. hour (mph).
Page 112: Engine Oil Pressure
5-10 Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the fuel Here are some situations that can Engine Oil Pressure gauge shows about how much fuel occur with the fuel gauge. None of Gauge the vehicle has left in the fuel tank. these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge.
Page 113: Engine Oil Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-11 in kPa (kilopascals) or psi (pounds Engine Oil Temperature Caution per square inch) when the engine is Gauge running. Lack of proper engine oil Oil pressure may vary with engine maintenance can damage the speed, outside temperature, and oil engine.
Page 114: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-12 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge English English For vehicles with this gauge, it is This gauge indicates the engine near the shift lever and indicates coolant temperature. If the gauge Metric engine oil temperature. If the gauge pointer moved to the H or the pointed moves to the higher end of shaded area, the engine coolant is...
Page 115: Transmission Temperature Gauge (Except Zl1)
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Transmission reading in the red area and/or a Voltmeter Gauge message appears in the Driver Temperature Gauge Information Center (DIC), the (Except ZL1) vehicle must be stopped and the cause checked. One possible cause is a low fluid level in the transmission.
Page 116: Safety Belt Reminders
5-14 Instruments and Controls The vehicle's charging system Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt regulates voltage based on the state Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder of charge of the battery. It is normal There is a passenger safety belt for the voltmeter to fluctuate.
Page 117: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls 5-15 The front passenger safety belt If there is a problem with the airbag warning light and chime may turn on system, a Driver Information Center if an object is put on the seat such (DIC) message may also come on. as a briefcase, handbag, grocery See Airbag System Messages on bag, laptop, or other electronic...
Page 118: Charging System Light
5-16 Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is Warning (Continued) lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front away. See Airbag Readiness outboard passenger frontal airbag is Light on page 5-15 for more allowed to inflate.
Page 119: Malfunction
Instruments and Controls 5-17 system. Have it checked by your vehicle serviced by your dealer. See Caution dealer. Driving while this light is on Ignition Positions on page 9-17 for could drain the battery. more information. If the vehicle is continually driven When this light comes on, the Driver with this light on, the emission Information Center (DIC) also...
Page 120 5-18 Instruments and Controls Check that good quality fuel is If the light continues to flash, find a Caution (Continued) used. Poor fuel quality causes safe place to stop and park the the engine not to run as vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at could lead to costly repairs not efficiently as designed and may least 10 seconds, and restart the...
Page 121: Brake System Warning
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Emissions Inspection and the ignition is turned to ON/RUN Brake System Warning while the engine is off. See your Maintenance Programs Light dealer for assistance in verifying Depending on where you live, your proper operation of the The vehicle brake system consists vehicle may be required to malfunction indicator lamp.
Page 122: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-20 Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the brake Antilock Brake System Warning system warning light also comes on (ABS) Warning Light when the parking brake is set. The The brake system might not be light stays on if the parking brake working properly if the brake does not fully release.
Page 123: Traction Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 If the ABS light is the only light on, dealer. If the system is working Traction Control System the vehicle has regular brakes, but normally, the indicator light then ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light the antilock brakes are not turns off.
Page 124: Traction Control System (Tcs) Off/Stabilitrak
5-22 Instruments and Controls If the indicator/warning light is on controlling the vehicle. Turn on the Tire Pressure Light and flashing, the TCS and/or the TCS and the StabiliTrak system and StabiliTrak system is actively the warning light turns off. working.
Page 125: Engine Oil Pressure Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 When the Light Flashes First and Engine Oil Pressure Light Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute Caution and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the Lack of proper engine oil problem is not corrected, the light maintenance can damage the...
Page 126: Immobilizer Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls Immobilizer Light High-Beam On Light Taillamp Indicator Light The immobilizer light should come This light comes on when the This light comes on when the on briefly as the engine is started. high-beam headlamps are in use. taillamps are in use.
Page 127: Information Displays Driver Information
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Information Displays The bottom of the DIC display Trip/Fuel Menu Items shows what position the shift lever Press the MENU button on the turn is in (Automatic Transmission Only), Driver Information signal lever until Trip/Fuel the odometer, and the direction the Information Menu is displayed.
Page 128 5-26 Instruments and Controls Trip 1 and Trip 2 since the last time this menu item Vehicle Information Menu was reset. The fuel economy can be Items The Trip display shows the current reset by pressing the SET/CLR distance traveled, in either Press the MENU button on the turn button while the Average Fuel kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since...
Page 129 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Tire Pressure Maintenance Schedule. See Battery Voltage Maintenance Schedule on The display will show a vehicle with This display, available on some page 11-2. the approximate pressures of all vehicles, shows the current battery four tires. Tire pressure is displayed voltage.
Page 130: Head-Up Display (Hud)
5-28 Instruments and Controls Performance Menu Coolant Temperature and Battery Head-Up Display (HUD) Voltage Some vehicles may have a The coolant temperature display performance menu. Press the Warning shows the temperature of the MENU button on the turn signal engine cooling system fluid in either If the HUD image is too bright or lever until Performance Menu is degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees...
Page 131 Instruments and Controls 5-29 images are projected through the Driver Information Center (DIC). The following indicator lights come HUD lens on the driver side of the See the Infotainment Manual and on in the instrument cluster when instrument panel. Driver Information Center (DIC) on activated and may also appear on page 5-25.
Page 132 5-30 Instruments and Controls or CD track status changes. This To adjust the HUD image so that (Up): or (Down): Press the may happen whenever radio items are properly displayed: up or down arrows to center the information is changed. The HUD image in your view.
Page 133 Instruments and Controls 5-31 The four formats are as follows: English English English Metric Metric Metric Format Two: This display includes Format Three: This display the information in Format One includes the information in Format Format One: This display gives the without the transmission One along with a circular speedometer reading (in English or...
Page 134: Onstar Services
5-32 Instruments and Controls The shift timing lights at the top of the display will appear with increases in engine rpm. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-26 or Manual Transmission on page 9-32. English English All formats, except Format Four, will show Turn-by-Turn Navigation information and provide details about the next driving maneuver to...
Page 135: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Care of the HUD If You Cannot See the HUD Vehicle Messages Image When the Ignition Is On Clean the inside of the windshield Messages displayed on the DIC as needed to remove any dirt or film Check that: indicate the status of the vehicle or that could reduce the sharpness or...
Page 136: Brake System Messages
5-34 Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage and Brake System Messages Charging Messages Dashes will be displayed if the BRAKE FLUID LOW compass needs service. See your BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message is displayed when the dealer for service. brake fluid level is low; see Brake This message displays when the Fluid on page 10-32.
Page 137: Cruise Control Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 trunk is closed before operating the TOP NOT SECURE Cruise Control Messages convertible top. See Convertible Top This message displays when the CRUISE SET TO XXX on page 2-19. power convertible top is closed This message displays when the without the convertible top front COMPLETE TOP MOTION TO cruise control is set and shows the...
Page 138: Engine Cooling System
5-36 Instruments and Controls TRUNK OPEN COOLANT LEVEL LOW ADD Engine Oil Messages COOLANT This message will display when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON trunk is open. Close the trunk This message will display if the This message displays when the completely.
Page 139: Engine Power Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 message remains on, take the speed while this message is on, but REPLACE BATTERY IN vehicle to your dealer for service. maximum acceleration and speed REMOTE KEY See Engine Oil on page 10-12. may be reduced. Anytime this This message displays when the message stays on, the vehicle OIL PRESSURE LOW...
Page 140: Object Detection System
5-38 Instruments and Controls LEFT FRONT TURN RIGHT FRONT TURN Object Detection System INDICATOR FAILURE INDICATOR FAILURE Messages This message is displayed if the This message is displayed if the PARK ASSIST OFF turn signal bulb needs to be turn signal bulb needs to be replaced.
Page 141: Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Ride Control System Transmissions Only) under (V8 with Manual Transmissions Competitive Driving Mode on Only) under Competitive Driving Messages page 9-39. Mode on page 9-39. PERF TRACTION 1 PERF TRACTION 2 PERF TRACTION 3 SPORT1 ACTIVE HANDLING ON ACTIVE HANDLING ON ACTIVE HANDLING ON SUSPENSION MODE TOUR...
Page 142 5-40 Instruments and Controls Transmissions Only) under Launch Control (V8 with Manual (PTM) (ZL1 Coupe Only) and Competitive Driving Mode on Transmissions Only) under Launch Control (V8 with Manual page 9-39. Competitive Driving Mode on Transmissions Only) under page 9-39. Competitive Driving Mode on PERF TRACTION 4 SPORT2...
Page 143: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-41 SERVICE SUSPENSION STABILITRAK COMPETITIVE Security Messages SYSTEM (ZL1 Only) MODE (LS3 and L99 Only) THEFT ATTEMPTED This message displays when the This message displays when This message displays if the vehicle Selective Ride Control system has Competitive Mode is selected.
Page 144: Transmission Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls This message also displays LEFT SERVICE TIRE MONITOR PRESS CLUTCH TO START FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT SYSTEM This message displays when REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate attempting to start a vehicle with a This message displays if there is a the location of the low tire.
Page 145: Window Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE selected on the wiper control. See Window Messages Windshield Wiper/Washer on ENGINE OPEN, THEN CLOSE DRIVER/ page 5-3. This message displays and a chime PASSENGER WINDOW sounds if the transmission fluid in Vehicle Speed Messages This message is displayed when the the vehicle gets hot.
Page 146: Vehicle Personalization
5-44 Instruments and Controls Vehicle 3. Press the center of the MENU/ Remote Start Heated Seats SELECT knob to select the When on, this feature will turn the Personalization Vehicle Settings menu. heated seats on when using remote start on cold days. The audio system controls are used The following list of menu items will to access the personalization...
Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-45 Collision/Detection Systems Language Exit Lighting This allows the selection of how Select the Collision/Detection Select the Language menu and the long the exterior lamps stay on Systems menu and the following will following will be displayed: when leaving the vehicle when it is be displayed: English...
Page 148 5-46 Instruments and Controls Delayed Door Lock Delayed Door Lock Flash Lights or Off. Press the knob to confirm and go back to the Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out When on, this feature will delay the last menu. locking of the doors. To override the When on, this feature will keep the delay, press the power door lock on Locking Feedback...
Page 149: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-47 Return to Factory Settings Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote system with any garage door opener Select Return to Factory Settings to System that does not have the stop and return all of the vehicle reverse feature.
Page 150 5-48 Instruments and Controls Make sure the hand-held transmitter 2. At the same time, press and programming is complete. has a new battery for quick and hold both the hand-held There is no need to accurate transmission of the transmitter button and one of the complete Steps 4 6.
Page 151 Instruments and Controls 5-49 receiver does not flash, press enough for the Universal Remote and hold the same button a system to pick up the signal during second time for two seconds, programming. then release it. Again, if the door If the programming did not work, does not move or the garage replace Step 2 under Programming...
Page 152: Universal Remote System Operation
5-50 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Operation Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for buttons.
Page 153: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO also controls the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). See Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on Exterior Lamp Controls page 6-2. Exterior Lighting (Parking Lamps): Turns on the Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 parking lamps including all lamps, Headlamp High/Low-Beam except the headlamps.
Page 154: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting Headlamp High/ Daytime Running When the DRL are on, the headlamps, taillamps, sidemarker Low-Beam Changer Lamps (DRL) lamps, instrument panel lights, and other lamps will not be on. Push the turn signal lever away DRL can make it easier for others to from you and release to turn the see the front of your vehicle during The headlamps automatically...
Page 155 Lighting turn on the headlamps at the normal The vehicle has a light sensor on headlamp system changes to the brightness along with other lamps the top of the instrument panel. Do DRL. During that delay, the such as the taillamps, sidemarker not cover this sensor or the system instrument cluster may not be as lamps, parking lamps, license plate...
Page 156: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or Signals does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Have any burned out bulbs replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse.
Page 157: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting Dome Lamps (Front Fog Lamps): Press to turn the fog lamps on or off. An indicator light on the instrument Instrument Panel cluster comes on when the fog Illumination Control lamps are on. The fog lamps come on together with the parking and sidemarker lamps.
Page 158: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Features Exit Lighting Battery Load Management The headlamps, taillamps, parking Entry Lighting lamps, back-up lamps, outside The vehicle has Electric Power mirror lamps, and license plate Management (EPM) that estimates When it is dark enough outside or in lamps come on at night, or in areas the battery's temperature and state areas of limited lighting, the interior...
Page 159: Battery Power Protection
Lighting enough at idle to produce all of the Normally, these actions occur in power needed for very high steps or levels, without being electrical loads. noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, A high electrical load occurs when this action may be noticeable to the several of the following are on, such driver.
Page 160 Lighting NOTES...
Page 161: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker Infotainment Introduction adjustments, and preset radio System stations. Infotainment See Defensive Driving on page 9-3. Read the following pages to become familiar with the Introduction Caution infotainment system features. Infotainment ....7-1 Theft-Deterrent Feature .
Page 162: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System and navigation system, audio Overview players, phone, and voice recognition. There is also information on settings and downloadable applications (if equipped). Theft-Deterrent Feature The theft-deterrent feature works by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to the infotainment system.
Page 163: Operation
Infotainment System 3. Buttons 1 6 8. CD/AUX 13. CONFIG Radio: Saves and selects Selects between the CD Opens the Configuration favorite stations. player or a connected Settings menu. external audio source. 4. FAV 14. TONE 9. PHONE Radio: Opens the Opens the Tone favorites list.
Page 164 Infotainment System Automatic Off MENU/SELECT: Press to: Selecting a Menu Option If the infotainment system has been Enter the menu system. turned on after the ignition is turned Select or activate the highlighted off, the system turns off menu option. automatically after 10 minutes.
Page 165 Infotainment System Activating a Setting Turning a Function On or Off Press the BACK button to delete the last character or press and hold BACK to delete the entire character sequence. Audio Settings The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio 1.
Page 166 Infotainment System Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer) 3. Select Radio Favorites. and Bass For vehicles that have an equalizer: 4. Select the number of available favorite pages. 5. Press the BACK button to go back to the System Configuration menu.
Page 167: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System 3. Select Auto Volume. Radio station is available. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast 4. Select the setting. incorrect information that causes the AM-FM Radio radio features to work improperly. 5. Press the BACK button to go If this happens, contact the radio back to the System Control Buttons...
Page 168 Infotainment System Selecting a Station 2. Select AM or FM Station List. All the PTY code depending on the receivable stations in the current content. The system stores the RDS Seek Tuning reception area are displayed. stations, sorted by program type, in If no station list has been the FM category list.
Page 169: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System Up to six stations can be stored in SiriusXM Satellite Radio Control Buttons each favorite page and the number Service The buttons used to control the of available favorite pages can SiriusXM radio are: SiriusXM is a satellite radio service be set.
Page 170 7-10 Infotainment System Removing or Adding Categories To select an XM station using the Up to six stations can be stored in MENU/SELECT knob: each favorite page and the number 1. Press the CONFIG button. of available favorite pages can 1.
Page 171: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-11 Loading XM: The audio system is No Subscription Please Renew: Unknown: If this message is acquiring and processing audio and SiriusXM subscription needs to be received when tuned to channel 0, text data; no action is needed. reactivated.
Page 172: Backglass Antenna
7-12 Infotainment System addition, traveling or standing under Caution heavy foliage, bridges, garages, FM signals only reach about 16 to or tunnels may cause loss of the 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the Using a razor blade or sharp SiriusXM signal for a period of time.
Page 173: Diversity Antenna System
Infotainment System 7-13 Diversity Antenna System Audio Players mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it. Wipe For vehicles with convertible tops, the disc from the center to the CD Player the AM-FM antenna is a hidden outer edge. self-tuning system, and is in the rear The CD player can play audio CDs Care of the CD Player...
Page 174 7-14 Infotainment System Inserting a CD Turn the MENU/SELECT knob Caution (Continued) counterclockwise or clockwise to With the printed side facing up, select the previous or next track. insert a disc into the CD slot until it load one CD at a time, and keep Using the CD Menu: is drawn in.
Page 175: Auxiliary Devices
Infotainment System 7-15 Using the CD Menu: To search for tracks: 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. 2. Select Playlists/Folders. 2. Select Search. 3. Select the playlist or folder. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Song Titles, Genres, 4.
Page 176 7-16 Infotainment System Adjusting the Volume Searching for a Track Shuffle Tracks can be searched for by: Press the MENU/SELECT knob and Turn the VOL/ knob to adjust the set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On volume of the infotainment system Playlists or Off, then press the BACK after the volume level has been set...
Page 177 Infotainment System 7-17 Connecting and Controlling a Shuffle Functionality When a device is not supported, the message No supported data found. PlaysForSure Device (PFD) Press the MENU/SELECT knob and You can safely disconnect the or Zune set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On device appears.
Page 178 7-18 Infotainment System Folder View Only one paired device can be Repeat Off: Starts playback from connected to the infotainment the beginning of the current track *This only displays if a playlist is system at a time. after the last track finishes. found on the device.
Page 179 Infotainment System 7-19 To select the Bluetooth Music Setup 3. After the system determines 2. Select the new device. menu when a device is not attached what type of Bluetooth device is To connect a paired device when to the USB port, or when a device is being paired, the Bluetooth another device is connected to the attached to the USB port but not...
Page 180: Bluetooth (Overview)
7-20 Infotainment System ® Changing the PIN Controlling a Bluetooth Phone Device To change the default PIN: Bluetooth (Overview) Bluetooth devices that support 1. Select Change Default PIN from AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote the Bluetooth Music For vehicles equipped with Control Profile) version 1.4 may be Setup menu.
Page 181 Infotainment System 7-21 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. make and receive phone calls. The Infotainment System Controls The system may not work with infotainment system and voice If equipped, the infotainment system all cell phones. See Pairing in recognition are used to control the allows certain controls to be this section.
Page 182: Controls)
7-22 Infotainment System The pairing process is disabled Audio System Bluetooth (Infotainment when the vehicle is moving. Controls) When using the Bluetooth system, Pairing only needs to be sound comes through the vehicle's For information about how to completed once, unless the front audio system speakers and navigate the menu system using the pairing information on the cell...
Page 183 Infotainment System 7-23 4. Select Pair Device (Phone). Listing All Paired and Connected 2. Select Phone Settings or A four-digit Personal Phones Bluetooth Settings. Identification Number (PIN) 1. Press the CONFIG button. 3. Select Bluetooth. appears on the display. The PIN 2.
Page 184 7-24 Infotainment System The Phone Book menu allows you To make a call using the Call Accepting or Declining a Call to access the phone book stored in Lists menu: When an incoming call is received, the cell phone to make a call. 1.
Page 185: Recognition)
Infotainment System 7-25 Declining a Call 3. Enter the character sequence Dual Tone Multi-Frequency then select Call. See Entering a (DTMF) Tones Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to Character Sequence in Decline and press the MENU/ The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can Operation on page 7-3.
Page 186 7-26 Infotainment System Only one paired cell phone can Pairing 4. Start the pairing process on the be connected to the Bluetooth cell phone that you want to pair. A Bluetooth-enabled cell phone system at a time. For help with this process, see must be paired to the Bluetooth your cell phone manufacturer's If multiple paired cell phones are...
Page 187 Infotainment System 7-27 Listing All Paired and Connected Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Phones Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, The system can list all cell phones the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to paired to it.
Page 188 7-28 Infotainment System Using the Store Command 3. Say each digit, one at a time, To delete all name tags: that you want to store. After 1. Press . The system 1. Press . The system each digit is entered, the system responds Ready, followed by responds Ready, followed by repeats back the digit it heard...
Page 189 Infotainment System 7-29 Digit Dial: This command allows a 4. Say "Dial". System responds: followed by a tone. After the last phone number to be dialed by "OK, dialing 911". digit has been entered, entering the digits one at a time. say Dial.
Page 190 7-30 Infotainment System Call Waiting 3. Use the dial or call command to The cell phone must be paired and dial the number of the third party connected with the Bluetooth Call waiting must be supported on to be called. system before a call can be the cell phone and enabled by the transferred.
Page 191 Infotainment System 7-31 Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass-thru allows access to the Unless information is deleted out of voice recognition commands on the the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send cell phone.
Page 192 7-32 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 193: Climate Control Systems
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be Climate Control Systems controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Air Vents Air Vents ..... . 8-3 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter .
Page 194 Climate Controls cool the air inside the vehicle or (Fan Control): Turn to increase (Defrost): Clears the prevent outside air and odors from or decrease the fan speed. Turn the windshield of fog or frost more entering. knob to O to turn the fan off. quickly.
Page 195: Air Vents
Climate Controls Keep the path under the front six minutes before turning off. At Air Vents seats clear of objects to help higher vehicle speeds, the rear circulate the air inside of the Use the air outlets in the center and defogger can stay on continuously.
Page 196: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter removes most of the pollen and dust from the air that enters the vehicle. The filter will need to be replaced periodically. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11-2. Using the climate control system without an air filter installed is not recommended.
Page 197: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....9-21 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-22 Stability Control .
Page 198: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Trailer Towing Driving Information passenger to handle potential General Towing distractions. Information ....9-54 Distracted Driving Driving Characteristics and Become familiar with vehicle Towing Tips .
Page 199: Control Of A Vehicle
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating front of you. Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 200 Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the steering wheel is turned until it See your dealer if there is a vehicle is being driven, brake reaches the end of its travel, and is problem. normally but do not pump the held against that position for an brakes.
Page 201: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Steering in Emergencies Off-Road Recovery 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. There are some situations when steering around a problem may Loss of Control be more effective than braking. Skidding Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn There are three types of skids that 180 degrees without removing...
Page 202 Driving and Operating If the vehicle starts to slide, follow Remember: Antilock brakes help For Track events or competitive these suggestions: avoid only the braking skid. driving, it is recommended that the brake fluid be replaced with a high Ease your foot off the Track Events and performance brake fluid that has a accelerator pedal and steer the...
Page 203 Driving and Operating Caution Caution Caution During a first time track or racing Extended track operation without The new vehicle break-in period event, high rear axle this kit installed may result in a should be completed before temperatures can occur. Damage low oil level and could result in performing the brake burnish could be caused to the rear axle...
Page 204: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Racing/Track Brake Burnish activating the Antilock Brake of driving conditions and avoid Procedure System (ABS). Drive for at least driving through large puddles and 1 km (0.6 mi) between stops. deep standing or flowing water. Repeat until the brake pedal Caution travel starts to increase.
Page 205: 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 206: Winter Driving
9-10 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 207: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-11 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 208: Vehicle Load Limits
9-12 Driving and Operating the vehicle out after a few tries, it Warning (Continued) Warning might need to be towed out. If the vehicle does need to be towed out, Do not load the vehicle any vehicle can overheat, causing an see Towing the Vehicle on engine compartment fire or other heavier than the Gross...
Page 209 Driving and Operating 9-13 Tire and Loading Information maximum vehicle capacity Steps for Determining Correct Label weight (2) in kilograms and Load Limit pounds. Locate the statement "The The Tire and Loading combined weight of Information label also shows the occupants and cargo should tire size of the original never exceed XXX kg or...
Page 210 9-14 Driving and Operating and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) 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.
Page 211 Driving and Operating 9-15 seating positions. The combined Rating (GVWR). The GVWR weight of the driver, passengers, includes the weight of the and cargo should never exceed vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and the vehicle's capacity weight. cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle, or the Gross Certification Label Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for...
Page 212: Starting And Operating
9-16 Driving and Operating Starting and Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Operating cause loss of control and a far forward as possible. crash. Overloading can also Try to spread the weight New Vehicle Break-In shorten the life of the vehicle. evenly. Never stack heavier Caution If you put things inside the...
Page 213: Ignition Positions
Driving and Operating 9-17 Ignition Positions Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Avoid downshifting to brake To break in new tires, drive at or slow the vehicle when the moderate speeds and avoid engine speed will exceed hard cornering for the first 4,000 rpm.
Page 214 9-18 Driving and Operating The key must be fully extended to The ignition switch can bind in the 4. Set the parking brake. See start the vehicle. LOCK/OFF position with the wheels Parking Brake on page 9-36. turned off center. If this happens, To shift out of P (Park), turn the move the steering wheel from right Warning...
Page 215: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-19 be used to operate the electrical key is in the ignition. If the ignition floor and start the engine. The accessories, including the becomes difficult to turn, see Keys vehicle will not start if the clutch ventilation fan and 12-volt power on page 2-1.
Page 216: Engine Heater
9-20 Driving and Operating to prevent cranking motor 2. If the engine does not start after Caution damage. To prevent gear five to 10 seconds, especially in damage, this system also very cold weather (below 18°C If you add electrical parts or prevents cranking if the engine or 0°F), it could be flooded with accessories, you could change...
Page 217 Driving and Operating 9-21 Using the Engine Coolant Retained Accessory Warning Heater Power (RAP) 1. Turn off the engine. Plugging the cord into an These vehicle accessories may be ungrounded outlet could cause an 2. Open the hood and unwrap the used for up to 10 minutes after the electrical shock.
Page 218: Shifting Into Park
9-22 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park Release the button and check that Warning (Continued) the shift lever cannot be moved out Use this procedure to shift into of P (Park). It is dangerous to get out of the P (Park): Torque Lock vehicle if the shift lever is not fully 1.
Page 219: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-23 Shifting out of Park 2. Turn the key to the ON/RUN moved from the P (Park) position. position. If the battery has lost power, the This vehicle is equipped with an shift lever cannot be moved from 3.
Page 220: Active Fuel Management
9-24 Driving and Operating 8. Place the console trim panel in Parking over Things the original position, aligning the That Burn fasteners on the trim panel with the slots in the console. Press in Warning the side trim until it clicks in place.
Page 221: Engine Exhaust
Driving and Operating 9-25 When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) as cruising at a constant vehicle speed, the system will operate in There are holes or openings Warning the half cylinder mode, allowing the in the vehicle body from vehicle to achieve better fuel damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon...
Page 222 9-26 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to While Parked Transmission use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move It is better not to park with the The Driver Information Center (DIC) easily.
Page 223 Driving and Operating 9-27 Make sure the shift lever is fully in Caution Warning P (Park) before starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic Shifting to R (Reverse) while the Shifting into a drive gear while the transmission shift lock control vehicle is moving forward could engine is running at high speed is system.
Page 224 9-28 Driving and Operating D (Drive): This position is for If the brake is released for some axle other than GW8 will be in Sport normal driving. It provides the best time, the transmission will upshift a Mode. Sport Mode provides firmer, fuel economy.
Page 225: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-29 vehicle is then driven for a short below approximately 3000 rpm. downhill or towing a trailer. The time at a steady speed, and without If the vehicle is then driven for a vehicle has an electronic shift high cornering loads, the short time at a steady speed, and position indicator within the...
Page 226 9-30 Driving and Operating available. For example, when Tap Shift While in M (Manual Mode), the 4 (Fourth) is shown next to the M, transmission will prevent shifting to 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears are a lower gear if the engine speed is automatically shifted by the vehicle.
Page 227 Driving and Operating 9-31 See Driver Information Center (DIC) vehicle speed and engine on page 5-25 and Head-Up Display revolutions per minute (rpm). The (HUD) on page 5-28. transmission will not automatically shift to the next higher gear if the When in Tap Shift Mode, the driver engine rpm is too high.
Page 228 9-32 Driving and Operating When accelerating the vehicle from Manual Transmission Shift Pattern (V6 Engine) a stop in snowy and icy conditions, you may want to shift into Shift Pattern (V8 Engines) 2 (Second) gear. A higher gear ratio allows you to gain more traction on slippery surfaces.
Page 229 Driving and Operating 9-33 and let up on the clutch. Press the Neutral: Use this position when One to Four Shift Message clutch pedal back down. Then shift you start or idle the engine. The (V8 Only) into 1 (First). shift lever is in Neutral when it is centered in the shift pattern, not in 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal...
Page 230 9-34 Driving and Operating After shifting to 4 (Fourth), you may Vehicles equipped with a Head-Up downshift to a lower gear if you Display (HUD) may also have shift prefer. timing lights across the top of the display. As you approach a shift point, the rows of lights grow closer Caution together.
Page 231 Driving and Operating 9-35 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
Page 232: Parking Brake
9-36 Driving and Operating Parking Brake 2. Pull the parking brake handle up If you are towing a trailer and until you can press the release parking on a hill, see Driving button. Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9-54. 3.
Page 233: Ride Control Systems
Driving and Operating 9-37 automatically disengage when the Ride Control Systems vehicle wheel brakes to assist the brake pedal is released or brake driver in keeping the vehicle on the pedal pressure is quickly intended path. Traction Control/ decreased. If cruise control is being used and Electronic Stability traction control or StabiliTrak begins Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Page 234 9-38 Driving and Operating comes on and stays on: Caution 1. Stop the vehicle. Do not repeatedly brake or 2. Turn the engine off and wait accelerate heavily when TCS is 15 seconds. off. The vehicle driveline could be 3. Start the engine. damaged.
Page 235: Competitive Driving Mode
Driving and Operating 9-39 Competitive Driving Mode StabiliTrak OFF light come on Caution and stay on in the instrument Competitive Driving Mode, cluster. Attempting to shift when the drive Performance Traction Management wheels are spinning and do not To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on (PTM), and Launch Control are systems designed to allow have traction may cause damage...
Page 236 9-40 Driving and Operating When the TCS/StabiliTrak button is pressed again, the TCS and StabiliTrak systems are on. The appropriate message displays briefly in the DIC. Performance Traction Management (PTM) (ZL1 Coupe Only) PTM integrates the TCS, StabiliTrak, and Selective Ride Control systems to provide improved and consistent These lights are on when the...
Page 237 Driving and Operating 9-41 Dry conditions only. To experience the performance up or down through modes 1 5 by benefit of this system, after entering pressing the TOUR or +SPORT StabiliTrak is on and engine a curve and at the point where the button.
Page 238 9-42 Driving and Operating Dry conditions only. The accelerator pedal is rapidly Launch Control (V8 with applied to wide open throttle. Manual Transmissions Only) StabiliTrak is off and available engine power is the same as The Launch Control feature will A Launch Control feature is mode 3.
Page 239: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-43 Limited-Slip Rear Axle The setting can be changed at any time. Based on road conditions, Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle steering wheel angle, and the can give more traction on snow, vehicle speed, the system mud, ice, sand, or gravel.
Page 240: Cruise Control
9-44 Driving and Operating ® Cruise Control If the StabiliTrak system begins to (Cancel): Press to disengage limit wheel spin while using cruise cruise control without erasing the With cruise control, the vehicle can control, the cruise control set speed from memory. maintain a speed of about 40 km/h automatically disengages.
Page 241 Driving and Operating 9-45 To slow down in small 3. Press the thumbwheel toward Increasing Speed While Using increments, press the SET/ and release it. Cruise Control thumbwheel toward SET/ 4. Remove foot from the If the cruise control system is briefly.
Page 242: Driver Assistance Systems
9-46 Driving and Operating downhill, you might have to brake or Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) shift to a lower gear to maintain the Systems vehicle speed. When the brakes are greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To applied the cruise control is prevent injury, death, or vehicle disengaged.
Page 243: Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)
Driving and Operating 9-47 An object was hanging out of the Turning the System On and Off ice, and slush. For cleaning trunk during the last drive cycle. instructions, see Exterior Care The URPA system can be turned on Once the object is removed, on page 10-91.
Page 244 9-48 Driving and Operating previous screen after approximately Symbols and Guidelines Warning (Continued) 4 seconds once the vehicle is The RVC system may have a shifted out of R (Reverse). feature that lets the driver view of view, below the bumper, symbols on the infotainment screen To see the previous screen sooner, or under the vehicle.
Page 245 Driving and Operating 9-49 3. Select Rear Camera Options. Rear Vision Camera Location 4. Select Symbols or Guidelines. The feature is on when a check mark appears next to it. Rear Vision Camera Error Messages SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA SYSTEM: This message can display on the infotainment screen when the system is not working properly.
Page 246 9-50 Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Fuel an audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark Seem to Work Properly Use of the recommended fuel is an knock, might be heard when driving. The RVC system may not work important part of the proper If this occurs, use a gasoline rated properly or display a clear image if:...
Page 247: Gasoline Specifications
Driving and Operating 9-51 If the vehicle has an LS7 or LSA containing more than 15% ethanol Gasoline Specifications high performance V8 engine, use must be used only in FlexFuel At a minimum, gasoline should meet premium unleaded gasoline with a vehicles.
Page 248: Fuel Additives
9-52 Driving and Operating test. See Malfunction Indicator Fuel Additives Filling the Tank Lamp on page 5-17. If this occurs, To keep fuel systems clean, TOP return to your authorized dealer for Warning TIER Detergent Gasoline is diagnosis. If it is determined that the recommended.
Page 249 Driving and Operating 9-53 The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel improperly installed. This would Warning (Continued) door on the passenger side of the allow fuel to evaporate into the vehicle. To open the fuel door, push atmosphere. See Malfunction Fuel can spray out if the fuel the rearward center edge in and Indicator Lamp on page 5-17.
Page 250: Trailer Towing
9-54 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Trailer Towing Warning (Continued) Container General Towing keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is Information Warning complete. Only use towing equipment that has Filling a portable fuel container Fill the container no more been designed for the vehicle.
Page 251 Driving and Operating 9-55 Do not tow a trailer during the Towing a trailer requires a certain Warning first 800 km (500 mi), to prevent amount of experience. The damage to the engine, axle or combination you are driving is When towing a trailer, exhaust other parts.
Page 252 9-56 Driving and Operating trailer, which mainly occurs during Making Turns lamps also flash, telling other cornering. This is normal when drivers the vehicle is turning, towing heavier trailers. changing lanes or stopping. Caution When towing a trailer, the arrows on Following Distance Making very sharp turns while the instrument cluster flash for turns...
Page 253 Driving and Operating 9-57 grades, the vehicle could show If parking the rig on a hill: 2. Let up on the brake pedal. signs similar to engine overheating. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is To avoid this, let the engine run not shift into P (Park) yet.
Page 254: Trailer Towing
9-58 Driving and Operating Trailer Towing (ZL1) on the vehicle, and the amount of If there are a lot of options, tongue weight the vehicle can carry. equipment, passengers, or cargo in The vehicle is neither designed nor See Weight of the Trailer Tongue the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue intended to tow a trailer.
Page 255: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-59 After loading the trailer, weigh the bumper-type hitches to it. Use Trailer Brakes trailer and then the tongue, only a frame-mounted hitch that Does the trailer have its own separately, to see if the weights are does not attach to the bumper.
Page 256: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-60 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-26 and Adding Caution...
Page 257: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Park Brake and P (Park) (ZL1 Only) ....10-18 Mechanism Check ..10-35 Cooling System (Except ZL1 Wiper Blade Engine) .
Page 258 10-2 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Different Size Tires and General Information Block ..... 10-42 Wheels ....10-67 For service and parts needs, visit Instrument Panel Fuse Uniform Tire Quality...
Page 259: California Perchlorate
Vehicle Care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or handling, emissions systems, Caution other reproductive harm. Engine aerodynamics, durability, and exhaust, many parts and systems, electronic systems like antilock If equipped with the 1LE or ZL1 many fluids, and some component brakes, traction control, and stability package, or any accessory wear by-products contain and/or...
Page 260: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service Hood work, use the proper service To open the hood: manual. It tells you much more Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle Service Work than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information Warning...
Page 261 Vehicle Care 10-5 2. Push the secondary hood release to the right. The lever is near the middle of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure. Pull the hood down on the passenger side to close it firmly.
Page 262 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 3.6L V6 Engine...
Page 263 Vehicle Care 10-7 1. Underhood Electrical Center. 5. Radiator Fill Cap (Out of View). 9. Brake Master Cylinder and See Engine Compartment Fuse See Engine Coolant on Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (if Block on page 10-42. page 10-23. equipped with manual transmission).
Page 264 10-8 Vehicle Care 6.2L V8 Engine (L99 Engine Shown, LS3 Similar)
Page 265 Vehicle Care 10-9 1. Underhood Electrical Center. 6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of 9. Brake Master Cylinder and See Engine Compartment Fuse View). See Cooling System Hydraulic Clutch Reservoir (if Block on page 10-42. (Except ZL1 Engine) on equipped with manual page 10-20 or Cooling System transmission).
Page 266 10-10 Vehicle Care 6.2L V8 Engine (ZL1)
Page 267: Engine Cover
Vehicle Care 10-11 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle 8. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of Engine Cover and Cap. See Engine Coolant View). See Cooling System 3.6L V6 Engine Cover on page 10-23. (Except ZL1 Engine) on page 10-20 or Cooling System 2.
Page 268: Engine Oil
10-12 Vehicle Care 3. Pull the engine cover forward to 2. Lift the engine cover (2) to To remove: disengage it from the two disengage the two front 1. Remove the engine oil rear tabs. attachment points. fill cap (1). 4.
Page 269: Checking Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-13 Check the engine oil level Obtaining an accurate oil level When to Add Engine Oil regularly and maintain the reading is essential: proper oil level. See Checking 1. If the engine has been running Engine Oil and When to Add recently, turn off the engine and Engine Oil in this section.
Page 270 10-14 Vehicle Care Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution (Continued) Caution Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil have an oil level above the Failure to use the recommended specification and viscosity grade. operating range, i.e., the engine engine oil can result in engine See Recommended Fluids and has so much oil that the oil level...
Page 271: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-15 specification. See Specification containing used engine oil. See the When the system has calculated earlier in this section for more manufacturer's warnings about the that oil life has been diminished, it information. use and disposal of oil products. indicates that an oil change is necessary.
Page 272: Automatic Transmission
10-16 Vehicle Care How to Reset the Engine Oil If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON service manual. To purchase a message comes back on when the service manual, see Service Life System vehicle is started, the engine oil life Publications Ordering Information Reset the system whenever the system has not been reset.
Page 273: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicle Care 10-17 unless there is a leak suspected. side of the reservoir. The brake/ How to Inspect the Engine Air Adding fluid will not correct a leak. hydraulic clutch fluid system should Cleaner/Filter A fluid loss in this system could be closed and sealed.
Page 274: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
10-18 Vehicle Care Warning 3. Loosen the clamp at the duct of Operating the engine with the air the air cleaner/filter housing. cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air 4. Unlatch the retaining clips on the cleaner not only cleans the air;...
Page 275 Vehicle Care 10-19 When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the engine air 4. Pull straight up on the cover; cleaner/filter: while holding the cover, remove Cleaner/Filter the air filter. Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the 5. Inspect or replace the air filter. scheduled maintenance intervals See Maintenance Replacement and replace it at the appropriate...
Page 276: Cooling System
10-20 Vehicle Care 2. Electric Cooling Fans (Out Caution Warning of View) 3. Radiator Cap (Under Engine If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt An electric engine cooling fan Cover) can easily get into the engine, under the hood can start up even which could damage it.
Page 277: Engine Only)
Vehicle Care 10-21 Cooling System (ZL1 Warning Caution Engine Only) Heater and radiator hoses, and Using coolant other than ® other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL can cause hot. Do not touch them. If you do, premature engine, heater core, you can be burned.
Page 278: (Intercooler)
10-22 Vehicle Care Warning Warning Caution An electric engine cooling fan Heater and radiator hoses, and Using coolant other than ® under the hood can start up even other engine parts, can be very DEX-COOL can cause when the engine is not running hot.
Page 279: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-23 6. Reverse Steps 1 3 to install What to Use intercooler fill cap and turn the intercooler fill neck. Warning The intercooler cooling system has Adding only plain water or some a special procedure for draining and other liquid to the cooling system adding coolant.
Page 280 10-24 Vehicle Care Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Checking Coolant Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL The vehicle must be on a level coolant. If using this mixture, surface when checking the coolant mixture can freeze and crack nothing else needs to be added. level.
Page 281 Vehicle Care 10-25 How to Add Coolant to the 2. Pour the coolant into the engine coolant recovery bottle. Coolant Recovery Bottle 3. When the level is correct, Warning replace the dipstick and turn the cap clockwise to secure. You can be burned if you spill How to Add Coolant to the coolant on hot engine parts.
Page 282 10-26 Vehicle Care If coolant is needed, add the proper 4. If there is no coolant visible or Warning mixture directly to the radiator, but the level is low, slowly fill the be sure the cooling system is cool system through the radiator cap An electric engine cooling fan before this is done.
Page 283 Vehicle Care 10-27 8. With the engine still running, 13. Check the coolant level in the 3. If there is no coolant visible or raise the engine to 2500 rpm for engine coolant recovery bottle the level is low, slowly fill the 30 40 seconds.
Page 284: Engine Overheating
10-28 Vehicle Care Engine Overheating Caution The vehicle has an indicator to warn Running the engine without of engine overheating. coolant may cause damage or a There is an engine coolant fire. Vehicle damage would not be temperature gauge on the vehicle covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 285: Power Steering Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-29 If the overheat warning is displayed If there is no sign of steam, idle the Warning (Continued) with no sign of steam: engine for three minutes while parked. If the warning is still 1. Turn the air conditioning off. If you keep driving when the displayed, turn off the engine until it engine is overheated, the liquids...
Page 286: Washer Fluid
10-30 Vehicle Care When to Check Power Steering 5. Wipe the dipstick with a Washer Fluid clean rag. Fluid What to Use 6. Replace the cap and completely It is not necessary to regularly tighten it. When windshield washer fluid is check power steering fluid unless needed, be sure to read the you suspect there is a leak in the...
Page 287: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-31 Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Caution can cause a brake squeal when the This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly Do not use engine coolant brake pads have built-in wear applied. This does not mean (antifreeze) in the windshield indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes.
Page 288: Brake Fluid
10-32 Vehicle Care Replacing Brake System Parts Brake Fluid since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes and/or clutch The braking system on a vehicle is will not work well. complex. Its many parts have to be Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid. of top quality and work well together Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
Page 289: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-33 When the brake/clutch fluid falls to a Battery Caution low level, the brake warning light The battery is in the trunk, under the comes on. See Brake System Using the wrong fluid can floor panel. Refer to the Warning Light on page 5-19.
Page 290: Rear Axle
10-34 Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage noise is heard. A fluid loss could 3. For automatic transmission indicate a problem. Have it vehicles, try to start the engine inspected and repaired by your in each gear. The vehicle should Warning dealer. start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral).
Page 291: Park Brake And P (Park)
Vehicle Care 10-35 Automatic Transmission normal effort. If the shift lever Park Brake and P (Park) moves out of P (Park), contact Shift Lock Control Mechanism Check your dealer for service. Function Check Warning Ignition Transmission Warning Lock Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move.
Page 292: Replacement
10-36 Vehicle Care To check the P (Park) warranty. Do not allow the wiper mechanism's holding ability: blade arm to touch the With the engine running, shift to windshield. P (Park). Then release the 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper parking brake followed by the blade replacement.
Page 293: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-37 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on Warning page 10-40. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected.
Page 294: Headlamps, Front Turn
10-38 Vehicle Care function of the HID headlamp. See 7. Pull the duct back out of the air High Intensity Discharge (HID) cleaner/filter housing until the Lighting on page 10-37. tabs snap the duct back into position. To replace the turn signal bulb: 1.
Page 295: Taillamps, Turn Signal, And Stoplamps
Vehicle Care 10-39 6. Reconnect the electrical 2. Remove the close out panel connector. retainers to gain access to the bulb socket connectors. 7. Pull the duct back out of the air cleaner/filter housing until the 3. Turn the bulb socket tabs snap the duct back into counterclockwise to remove it.
Page 296: License Plate Lamp
10-40 Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp 5. Push the bulb straight into the Bulb Exterior Lamp socket and turn clockwise to Number To replace one of these bulbs: reinstall. High Beam H9LL 6. Reinstall the license plate lamp Headlamp by lifting it through the fascia (Except Z28) opening until the clip is in place.
Page 297: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-41 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 298: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
10-42 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Block To remove the hinged fuse block cover, press the clip at the front of the cover, and swing it up. Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.
Page 299 Vehicle Care 10-43 J-Case Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Fuses Engine Control Transmission Wiper Module Main Control Module/ Ignition Starter Pre-Catalytic Converter Oxygen Engine Control Brake Sensor Module/Ignition Vacuum Pump Post-Catalytic Outside Rearview Power Converter Oxygen Mirror Windows Rear Sensor Canister Vent Power Windows...
Page 300: Block
10-44 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Mini Fuses Usage Micro Usage Block Relays Horn Wiper Control Spare K613 Cooling Fan Low High-Beam Headlamp Right K617 Air Conditioning Front Compressor Clutch High-Beam K619 Wiper Speed Headlamp Left K627 High Intensity Front Discharge Heated Mirror Headlamps...
Page 301 Vehicle Care 10-45 Fuses Usage Body Control Module 2 Battery Spare Spare Spare Spare Display ® OnStar Universal Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped) Body Control Module 3 The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Body Control with all of the fuses, relays, and Module 4 Airbag features shown.
Page 302 10-46 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breakers Spare Passenger Seat Spare CB26 Driver Seat Trunk Automatic Occupant Relays Usage Sensing Retained Accessory Body Control Power Module 1 K609 Trunk Body Control SPARE SPARE Module 8 Front Heater, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Spare Body Control...
Page 303: Rear Compartment Fuse
Vehicle Care 10-47 Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is on the right side of the trunk behind a cover. Remove the convenience The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage net retainers, the rear sill plate, and with all of the fuses, relays, and the passenger side trim retainers, Amplifier...
Page 304: Wheels And Tires
10-48 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Fuses Usage Warning (Continued) Real Time Damping Tires and a serious crash. See Active Exhaust Vehicle Load Limits on Every new GM vehicle has Flapper page 9-12. high-quality tires made by a Spare 4 Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer.
Page 305: All-Season Tires
Vehicle Care 10-49 All-Season Tires Winter Tires Warning (Continued) This vehicle may come with This vehicle was not originally Worn or old tires can all-season tires. These tires are equipped with winter tires. Winter cause a crash. If the tread designed to provide good overall tires are designed for increased performance on most road surfaces...
Page 306: Summer Tires
10-50 Vehicle Care Use only radial ply tires of the below approximately 5°C (40°F) or Caution same size, load range, and on ice or snow covered roads is speed rating as the original expected. See Winter Tires on Ultra high performance summer equipment tires.
Page 307: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Vehicle Care 10-51 Tire Sidewall Labeling and service description. See the digits represent the week (01 Tire Size illustration later in this 52) and the last two digits, the Useful information about a tire is section. year. For example, the third molded into its sidewall.
Page 308 10-52 Vehicle Care performance factors: treadwear, (2) Temporary Use Only (4) Maximum Cold Inflation traction, and temperature compact spare tire or temporary Load Limit Maximum load that resistance. For more information use tire should not be driven at can be carried and the see Uniform Tire Quality speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph).
Page 309: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-53 criteria have a TPC specification vehicle tire engineered to (5) Rim Diameter Diameter of code molded onto the sidewall. standards set by the U.S. Tire the wheel in inches. GM's TPC specifications meet or and Rim Association. (6) Service Description These exceed all federal safety...
Page 310 10-54 Vehicle Care automatic transmission, power before a tire has built up heat GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight windows, power seats, and air from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating for the front axle. See conditioning. on page 10-56. Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-12.
Page 311 Vehicle Care 10-55 Maximum Inflation Pressure outward when mounted on a Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic The maximum air pressure to vehicle. The side of the tire that tire in which the ply cords that which a cold tire can be inflated. contains a whitewall, bears extend to the beads are laid at The maximum air pressure is...
Page 312: Tire Pressure
10-56 Vehicle Care of a tire when only 1.6 mm Vehicle Maximum Load on the Caution (1/16 in) of tread remains. See Tire Load on an individual tire When It Is Time for New Tires due to curb weight, accessory Neither tire underinflation nor on page 10-64.
Page 313 Vehicle Care 10-57 The Tire and Loading How to Check Recheck the tire pressure with Information label on the vehicle the tire gauge. Use a good quality pocket-type indicates the original equipment gauge to check tire pressure. Return the valve caps on the tires and the correct cold tire Proper tire inflation cannot be valve stems to prevent leaks...
Page 314: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-58 Vehicle Care 300 kPa (44 psi) before operating indicated on the vehicle placard or Warning (Continued) the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h tire inflation pressure label, you (100 mph) or higher. should determine the proper tire the tires are rated for high-speed inflation pressure for those tires.) Return the tires to the operation, in excellent condition,...
Page 315: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-59 pressure, even if under-inflation has tires or wheels on your vehicle to 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.
Page 316 10-60 Vehicle Care details about the DIC operation and TPMS Malfunction Light and Caution displays see Driver Information Message Center (DIC) on page 5-25. Tire sealant materials are not all The TPMS will not function properly The low tire pressure warning light if one or more of the TPMS sensors the same.
Page 317 Vehicle Care 10-61 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or relearn tool, in the following order: process was not done or not being near facilities using radio driver side front tire, passenger side completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the front tire, passenger side rear tire, rotating the tires.
Page 318: Tire Inspection
10-62 Vehicle Care 5. Press the SET/CLR button to 9. Proceed to the passenger side Tire Inspection begin the sensor matching front tire, and repeat the We recommend that the tires, process. procedure in Step 8. including the spare tire, if the A message requesting 10.
Page 319: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-63 The tire has a puncture, cut, alignment. See When It Is Time Use this rotation pattern if the or other damage that cannot for New Tires on page 10-64 vehicle has different size tires be repaired well because of and Wheel Replacement on on the front and rear and they the size or location of the...
Page 320: When It Is Time For New
10-64 Vehicle Care Adjust the front and rear tires to When It Is Time for New Warning (Continued) the recommended inflation Tires pressure on the Tire and off and cause an accident. When Factors such as maintenance, Loading Information label after changing a wheel, remove any temperatures, driving speeds, the tires have been rotated.
Page 321: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-65 The rubber in tires ages over time. slow aging. This area should be free GM's exclusive TPC Spec This also applies to the spare tire, of grease, gasoline, or other system considers over a dozen if the vehicle has one, even if it is substances that can deteriorate critical specifications that impact never used.
Page 322 10-66 Vehicle Care maintenance have been done, Warning Warning all four tires should wear out at about the same time. See Tire Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the Rotation on page 10-63. improper service. Attempting vehicle may cause the wheel However, if it is necessary to to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks...
Page 323: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-67 The Tire and Loading Uniform Tire Quality Warning Information label indicates the Grading original equipment tires on the If different sized wheels are used, Quality grades can be found vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits there may not be an acceptable where applicable on the tire on page 9-12.
Page 324 10-68 Vehicle Care nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include or to some limited-production the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, tires.
Page 325: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-69 performance on the laboratory surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor test wheel than the minimum vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new required by law.
Page 326: Tire Chains
10-70 Vehicle Care Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat Caution (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out Warning height, vehicle ground clearance, while driving, especially if the tires and tire or tire chain clearance to are maintained properly. See Tires Do not use tire chains.
Page 327 Vehicle Care 10-71 Warning Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) 1. Set the parking brake firmly. Driving on a flat tire will cause changing a flat tire. If it is used for permanent damage to the tire. anything else, you or others could 2.
Page 328: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-72 Vehicle Care and compressor kit, see Tire Tire Sealant and Warning (Continued) Sealant and Compressor Kit on Compressor Kit page 10-72. and compressor kit instructions When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), and inflate the tire to its Warning use the following example as a recommended pressure.
Page 329 Vehicle Care 10-73 If this vehicle has a tire sealant and The kit includes: compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire or tire changing equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire. The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in...
Page 330 10-74 Vehicle Care There is only enough sealant to seal 1. Remove the tire sealant one tire. After usage, the tire sealant canister (4) and compressor canister must be replaced. from its storage location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10-79.
Page 331 Vehicle Care 10-75 8. Plug the power plug (9) into the pressure will quickly drop and accessory power outlet in the start to rise again as the tire vehicle. Unplug all items from inflates with air only. other accessory power outlets. 11.
Page 332 10-76 Vehicle Care 13. Unplug the power plug (9) from Caution (Continued) the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. farther. The tire is too severely 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) damaged and the tire sealant and counterclockwise to remove it compressor kit cannot inflate the from the tire valve stem.
Page 333 Vehicle Care 10-77 23. Stop at a safe location and 24. Wipe off any sealant from the Using the Tire Sealant and check the tire pressure. Refer wheel, tire, or vehicle. Compressor Kit without to Steps 1 10 under Using the Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not 25.
Page 334 10-78 Vehicle Care 8. Pressure Gauge 1. Remove the compressor from its 6. Plug the power plug (9) into the storage location. See Storing the accessory power outlet in the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit vehicle. Unplug all items from on page 10-79.
Page 335: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-79 9. Inflate the tire to the 14. Return the air only hose (10) Caution (Continued) recommended inflation pressure and power plug (9) back to using the pressure gauge (8). their original storage location. tire. Remove the power plug from The recommended inflation 15.
Page 336: Tire Changing
10-80 Vehicle Care 3. Turn the center retainer 4. Remove the tire sealant and 6. Remove the compressor (1) and counterclockwise to remove the compressor kit case. the sealant canister (2). cover. 5. Open the case. To store the tire sealant and compressor kit, reverse the steps.
Page 337 Vehicle Care 10-81 Coin/Pierce Jack with Two-Piece Hex-Head Jack with Three-Piece 3. Turn the center retainer Wrench Wrench counterclockwise to remove the spare tire cover. 1. Tool Container 1. Tool Container 4. Remove the spare tire and place 2. Two-Piece Wrench 2.
Page 338 10-82 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and Caution Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before Make sure that the jack lift head proceeding. See If a Tire Goes is in the correct position or you Flat on page 10-70 for more may damage your vehicle.
Page 339 Vehicle Care 10-83 4. Position the jack lift head at the 5. If you have a coin/pierce jack, Warning (Continued) jack location nearest the flat tire. attach the jack handle extension The location is indicated by a to the jack by sliding the hook appropriate safety equipment and mark on the bottom edge of the through the end of the jack and...
Page 340 10-84 Vehicle Care 6. Raise the vehicle by turning the Warning wrench clockwise until the vehicle is far enough off the Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the ground to allow enough room for parts to which it is fastened, can the compact spare tire to fit make wheel nuts become loose under the vehicle.
Page 341 Vehicle Care 10-85 10. Reinstall the wheel nuts with 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in the rounded end of the nuts a crisscross sequence, as toward the wheel. Tighten each shown. nut as much as possible using the wheel wrench until the Warning wheel is held firmly against the hub.
Page 342: Compact Spare Tire
10-86 Vehicle Care To store a flat or spare tire and 6. Route the strap provided, as Caution tools: shown, to secure the flat tire. 1. Return the jack and tools as they The compact spare tire is for Improperly tightened wheel nuts were originally stored in the temporary use only.
Page 343: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-87 Stop as soon as possible and check Jump Starting Caution that the spare tire is correctly For more information about the inflated after being installed on the When the compact spare is vehicle battery, see Battery on vehicle.
Page 344 10-88 Vehicle Care The jump start remote positive (1) 3. Set the parking brake firmly. Caution and negative (2) terminals are in the Vehicles with an automatic engine compartment on the driver transmission should be in Ignoring these steps could result side of the vehicle.
Page 345 Vehicle Care 10-89 6. Connect the other end of the red Warning Warning (Continued) positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the good An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that battery. when the engine is not running first.
Page 346: Towing The Vehicle
10-90 Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle Caution (Continued) may occur and damage the Caution vehicle. The repairs would not be Incorrectly towing a disabled covered by the vehicle warranty. vehicle may cause damage. The Always connect and remove the damage would not be covered by jumper cables in the correct order, the vehicle warranty.
Page 347: Recreational Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-91 Recreational Vehicle Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Towing Exterior Care products can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all Caution Locks manufacturer directions regarding Dolly towing or dinghy towing the correct product usage, necessary Locks are lubricated at the factory. vehicle may cause damage Use a de-icing agent only when safety precautions, and...
Page 348 10-92 Vehicle Care washed. This could cause damage Dry the finish with a soft, clean Do not apply waxes or polishes to that would not be covered by the chamois or an all-cotton towel to uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, vehicle warranty. avoid surface scratches and water decals, simulated wood, or flat paint spotting.
Page 349 Vehicle Care 10-93 Use a cleaning solution Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Hood Air Extractor approved for aluminum. Some Moldings cleaners are highly acidic or contain alkaline substances and Caution can damage the moldings. Failure to clean and protect the Always dilute a concentrated bright metal moldings can result cleaner according to the in a hazy white finish or pitting.
Page 350 10-94 Vehicle Care It is not recommended that the air Convertible Top Care emblems. Follow instructions under extractor on the ZL1, SS and 1LE "Washing the Vehicle" previously in Frequently hand wash convertible Performance Package be waxed, as this section. tops with mild car wash soap.
Page 351 Vehicle Care 10-95 Replace the wiper blades if they are Caution Caution worn or damaged. Damage can be caused by extreme dusty Failure to clean lamps properly Using petroleum-based tire conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, can cause damage to the lamp dressing products on the vehicle snow and ice.
Page 352 10-96 Vehicle Care Steering, Suspension, and washing system can do this. If not Caution (Continued) removed, rust and corrosion can Chassis Components develop. or sodium chloride. These Visually inspect front and rear Sheet Metal Damage suspension and steering system for chlorides are used on roads for damaged, loose, or missing parts or conditions such as ice and dust.
Page 353: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-97 Never use a brush with stiff Chemical Paint Spotting Your dealer may have products for bristles. cleaning the interior. Use cleaners Airborne pollutants can fall upon specifically designed for the Never rub any surface and attack painted vehicle surfaces surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive causing blotchy, ring-shaped...
Page 354 10-98 Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Caution soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface center. Fold the cleaning cloth to using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being abrasive cleaners on automotive...
Page 355 Vehicle Care 10-99 Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, Caution (Continued) and Vehicle Information and Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Radio Displays Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and these solvents can permanently Natural Open Pore Wood change the appearance and feel For vehicles with high gloss Surfaces surfaces or vehicle displays, use a...
Page 356: Floor Mats
10-100 Vehicle Care Cargo Cover and Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. Convenience Net The original equipment floor Warning Wash with warm water and mild mats were designed for your detergent. Do not use chlorine If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
Page 357 Vehicle Care 10-101 Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to remove it from the hooks. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and hook into position.
Page 358 10-102 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 359: 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 360: 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 361 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine coolant level. See Visually inspect steering, for more than a year. The engine oil Engine Coolant on page 10-23. suspension, and chassis and filter must be changed at least components for damaged, loose, once a year and the oil life system Check windshield washer fluid or missing parts or signs of must be reset.
Page 362 11-4 Service and Maintenance Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check on page 10-35. Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage.
Page 363: 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 364 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook-up, comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal routing, and condition. excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed.
Page 365 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) Except ZL1: Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Page 366: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance (3) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. Services Services - Severe (4) Or every five years, whichever (1) Or every two years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System Severe Commercial Use comes first.
Page 367: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Additional start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Maintenance and Care battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have Your vehicle is an important engineered for the vehicle.
Page 368 11-10 Service and Maintenance As part of the multi-point Trained dealer technicians can Lamps inspection, trained dealer inspect and recommend the right Properly working headlamps, technicians can visually inspect tires. Your dealer can also taillamps, and brake lamps are the shocks and struts for signs provide tire/wheel balancing important to see and be seen on of leaking, blown seals,...
Page 369 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 370: Lubricants, And Parts
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil on page 10-12. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant.
Page 371 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Automatic Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 (GM Part No. 88900401, in Transmission) Canada 89021678). Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Manual Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 Limited Slip (GM Part No. 88900401 and Transmission) Limited Slip Additive 88900330, in Canada 89021678 and Limited Slip Additive 00992694).
Page 372: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (except ZL1) 92196275 A3137C Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1) 92229651 A3177C Engine Oil Filter...
Page 373: 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 374 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 375 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 376 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 377: 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 378: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 3.6L V6 Engine (LFX) Automatic Transmission 10.2 L 10.8 qt...
Page 379 Technical Data 12-3 Capacities Application Metric English Rear Axle Fluid V6 Engine 6 Speed Automatic 0.9 L 1.0 qt V6 Engine 6 Speed Manual* 0.9 L 1.0 qt V8 Engine* (L99 or LS3) 0.9 L 1.0 qt V8 Engine (LSA) 2.0 L 2.1 qt Transmission Fluid...
Page 380 12-4 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3.6L V6 (LFX) Automatic 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 Manual 0.043 in) 6.2L V8 (L99) Automatic 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.2L V8 (LS3) Manual 0.95 1.10 mm (0.037 0.043 in) 6.2L V8 (LSA) Automatic...
Page 381 Technical Data 12-5 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6.2L V8 Engines (L99 or LS3) 6.2L V8 Engines (LSA) 3.6L V6 Engine...
Page 382 12-6 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 383: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 384 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 385: Offices
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 386: 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 387: 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 388 Road or Highway: Tow to the the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. driven on a non-public road or nearest Chevrolet dealer for Chevrolet and General Motors of highway. warranty service, or if the vehicle Canada Limited reserve the right to was in a crash and cannot be...
Page 389: Program
Customer Information 13-7 restricted. Propane and other to Roadside Assistance. If your dealer requests you to bring fuels are not provided through Mechanical failures may be the vehicle for service, you are this service. covered, however any cost for urged to do so as early in the work parts and labor for repairs not day as possible to allow for Lock-Out Service: Vehicle...
Page 390 13-8 Customer Information furnished with each new vehicle Public Transportation or Fuel Rental reimbursement will be limited provides detailed warranty coverage Reimbursement and must be supported by original information. receipts. This requires that you sign If the vehicle requires overnight and complete a rental agreement warranty repairs, and public Transportation Options...
Page 391: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 General Motors reserves the right to ensure that the vehicle's designed corrosion problems, and may not unilaterally modify, change, appearance, durability, and safety perform properly in subsequent or discontinue Courtesy are preserved. The use of Genuine collisions. Aftermarket parts are not Transportation at any time and to GM parts can help maintain the GM covered by the GM New Vehicle...
Page 392 13-10 Customer Information Vehicle Identification Many insurance policies provide If a Crash Occurs Number (VIN). reduced protection to the GM If there has been an injury, call vehicle by limiting compensation for Insurance company and policy emergency services for help. Do not damage repairs through the use of number.
Page 393: Service Publications Ordering Information
Customer Information 13-11 original GM parts. Remember, Service Publications In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, recycled parts will not be covered by Owner Manual, and Warranty Ordering Information the GM vehicle warranty. Manual. Service Manuals Insurance pays the bill for the repair, RETAIL SELL PRICE: but you must live with the repair.
Page 394: Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects To The United States
13-12 Customer Information Or write to: Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual Helm, Incorporated Defects problems between you, your Attention: Customer Service dealer, or General Motors. 47911 Halyard Drive Reporting Safety Defects Plymouth, MI 48170 To contact NHTSA, you may call to the United States Prices are subject to change without the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
Page 395: Government
Transport Canada Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: about the vehicle s performance and immediately, and notify General Chevrolet Motor Division how it is driven. For example, the Motors of Canada Limited. Call Chevrolet Customer Assistance vehicle uses computer modules to...
Page 396: 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 397: Infotainment System
Customer Information 13-15 OnStar Terms and Conditions and Radio Frequency Radio Frequency Privacy Statement on the OnStar Identification (RFID) Statement website. RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that Infotainment System vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that pressure monitoring and ignition comply with Part 15 of the Federal...
Page 398 13-16 Customer Information NOTES...
Page 399: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Manual and Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirrors Press the mirror controls. OnStar Overview If OnStar does not respond, OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 adjust finger position or remove any gloves.
Page 400: Emergency
14-2 OnStar Three Color Icons: The system OnStar Services Press to connect to a live is enabled and active. Advisor to: No Icons: The vehicle is in Emergency Verify account information or motion or the OnStar update contact information. With Automatic Crash Response, subscription is inactive Get driving directions.
Page 401: Navigation
OnStar 14-3 Navigation Using Voice Commands 2. Say Repeat. System responds with the last direction given, then During a Planned Route OnStar navigation requires the responds with OnStar ready, Directions and Connections Cancel Route then a tone. service plan. 1. Press .
Page 402: Connections
14-4 OnStar After the call ends, press the Go OnStar Mobile App Calling 911 Emergency button on the navigation screen to Download the OnStar RemoteLink 1. Press . The system responds begin driving directions. ® mobile app to your Apple OnStar Ready, followed by ®...
Page 403: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Store a Name Tag for Speed Verify Minutes and Expiration OnStar Additional Dialing Information Press and say Minutes then Verify to check how many minutes 1. Press . System responds: Transferring Service remain and their expiration date. OnStar ready. 2.
Page 404 14-6 OnStar Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn your vehicle is in a place where page 13-15. Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling OnStar has an agreement with a Services for People with are available on most vehicles.
Page 405 OnStar 14-7 access to all of the OnStar services, change the OnStar PIN, call OnStar Roadside Assistance and a except Virtual Advisor and OnStar and provide the Advisor with the locksmith to help gain access to the Turn-by-Turn Navigation. current number. vehicle.
Page 406 14-8 OnStar route or may ask for a call back Add-on Electrical Equipment OnStar - libcurl and unzip after the vehicle is driven into an acknowledgments The OnStar system is integrated open area. into the electrical architecture of the Certain OnStar components include vehicle.
Page 407 OnStar 14-9 FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE should be available at Info-ZIP or its contributors be held AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF ftp://ftp.info-zip.org/pub/infozip/ liable for any direct, indirect, THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO license.html indefinitely. incidental, special or consequential EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR damages arising out of the use of or Copyright (c) 1990-2005 Info-ZIP.
Page 408 14-10 OnStar permitted without inclusion of versions also must not be 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use this license, as long as the misrepresented as being the names Info-ZIP, Zip, normal SFX banner has not Info-ZIP releases including, but UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, been removed from the binary or not limited to, labeling of the...
Page 409 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Audio Players ....7-13 What Will You See after an CD ......7-13 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? .
Page 410 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) Carbon Monoxide Headlamps, Front Engine Exhaust ....9-25 Battery ..... . . 10-33 Turn Signal, and Trunk .
Page 411 INDEX Climate Control Systems ..8-1 Coolant Air Conditioning ....8-1 Engine ..... . 10-23 Damage Repair, Collision .
Page 412 INDEX Driving Electrical System Engine (cont'd) Oil Life System ... . . 10-15 Characteristics and Engine Compartment Towing Tips ....9-54 Fuse Block .
Page 413 INDEX Floor Mats ....10-100 Fuses Gauges (cont'd) Trip Odometer ....5-9 Fluid Engine Compartment Automatic Transmission .
Page 414 INDEX Headlamps (cont'd) High Intensity Discharge Ignition Positions ....9-17 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..10-51 (HID) Lighting ... . . 10-37 Ignition Transmission Lock Lamps High-Beam On Light .
Page 415: For Children (Latch)
INDEX Lights Locks Messages (cont'd) Compass .....5-34 Airbag Readiness ... . .5-15 Automatic Door .
Page 416 INDEX Mirrors (cont'd) Overview, Infotainment Heated ..... . .2-14 Engine ..... . 10-12 System .
Page 417: Retained Accessory
INDEX Power Radios Replacement Parts Door Locks ....2-8 AM-FM Radio ....7-7 Airbags .
Page 418: Running The Vehicle While
i-10 INDEX Rotation, Tires ....10-63 Seats Service (cont'd) Publications Ordering Routing, Engine Drive Belt ..12-5 Adjustment, Front ....3-3 Running the Vehicle While Head Restraints .
Page 419 INDEX i-11 Steering ......9-4 Taillamps Tires (cont'd) Sealant and Compressor Fluid, Power ....10-29 Turn Signal and Wheel Adjustment .
Page 420 i-12 INDEX Traction ......5-22 Transportation Program, Control OFF/StabiliTrak Courtesy ..... 13-7 Vehicle OFF Light .
Page 421 INDEX i-13 When It Is Time for New Tires ......10-64 Warning Where to Put the Restraint ..3-34 Brake System Light .
Page 422 i-14 INDEX NOTES...

Chevrolet 2014 Camaro Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

3-1 Seats and

Head Restraints

Safety Belts

Rear Seats

Airbag System

Instruments and Controls

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Engine Oilpressure

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Running Lamps (DRL). See

AUTO also Controls the Daytime

Daytime Running

Interior Lighting

Lighting Features

System

Infotainment

Introduction

Radio

Phone

Bluetooth (Infotainment

Bluetooth (Voice

General Information

Quick Links

Chapters

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Summary of Contents for Chevrolet 2014 Camaro