Page 1: Table Of Contents
2011 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Navigation .
Page 2 2011 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual Vehicle Care ....10-1 Technical Data ....12-1 General Information .
Page 3 CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET General Motors of Canada Limited P.O. Box 07130 Emblem, VOLT, and the VOLT for Chevrolet Motor Division Detroit, MI 48207 logo are trademarks and/or service wherever it appears in this manual. marks of General Motors LLC, its...
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information The vehicle has components and These mean there is something about the vehicle, use the Index labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other in the back of the manual. It is an text.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbol Chart
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Exterior Lamps Here are some additional symbols : Fault that may be found on the vehicle : First Responder and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer : Fuel Gauge to the Index. : Fuses : Airbag Readiness Light : Headlamp High/Low-Beam...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 7 In Brief In Brief Interior Lighting ....1-11 Performance and Maintenance Exterior Lighting ... . . 1-11 Traction Control Windshield Wiper/Washer .
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 9 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 9. H. Light Sensor. See Daytime R. Leaf Button. See Center Stack Running Lamps (DRL) on Display on page 5 31. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. page 6 3. See Turn and Lane-Change S.
Page 10: Initial Drive Information
In Brief Initial Drive Remote Keyless : Press to lock all doors. Entry (RKE) System Information Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) This section provides a brief Personalization on page 5 53. transmitter will work up to 60 m overview about some of the (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
Page 11: Remote Start
In Brief Remote Start After entering the vehicle during a Door Locks remote start, press the POWER This feature starts the heating or To lock or unlock the door, use button on the center stack with the air conditioning systems and rear the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) brake pedal applied to operate as window defogger from outside the...
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
In Brief See Power Door Locks on Windows Seat Adjustment page 2 11. Seat Position Hatch To adjust the seat position: 1. Pull the handle at the front of the The power window switches seat cushion to unlock it. are on the driver door armrest. Each passenger door has a switch 2.
Page 13 In Brief Height Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Page 14: Heated Seats
In Brief Heated Seats Auto Heated Seats Press to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then the off setting.
Page 15: Head Restraint Adjustment
In Brief Head Restraint Safety Belts Press the touch screen AUTO or AUTO button. The button color Adjustment will change to green when this Do not drive until the head restraints feature is on. for all occupants are installed and When the vehicle is on, this feature adjusted properly.
Page 16: Mirror Adjustment
1-10 In Brief Sensing System for Mirror Adjustment To adjust a mirror: Passenger Airbag 1. Move the selector switch to Exterior L (left) or R (right) to choose Mirrors can be folded inward toward the driver or passenger mirror. the vehicle to prevent damage when 2.
Page 17: Interior Lighting
In Brief 1-11 Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Adjustment Dome Lamps The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console. To operate, press the following buttons: : Press to turn on the dome The exterior lamp control is on the lamps.
Page 18 1-12 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer : Turns on the parking lamps, together with the sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. : Turns on the headlamps, together with the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license : Move the lever up to plate lamps, and instrument panel adjustable interval wipes, then turn lights.
Page 19: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-13 Climate Controls Heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled by using the climate control buttons and the climate touch screen. Climate Control Buttons A. Temperature Control D. Climate B. Driver and Passenger Heated E. Auto (Automatic Operation) Seats Rear Window Defogger C.
Page 20 1-14 In Brief Climate Modes: Fan Only, ECO, Comfort G. Climate Power Gauge H. Manual Fan Control Temperature Setting Display Air Conditioning Indicator K. Heat Status Indicator See Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1. Auto Heated Seats are selected using the climate control touch screen.
Page 21: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-15 Vehicle Features XM Satellite Radio Service Portable Audio Devices XM is a satellite radio service based This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) Radio(s) in the 48 contiguous United States auxiliary input and a USB port and 10 Canadian provinces.
Page 22: Steering Wheel Controls
1-16 In Brief ® Bluetooth Steering Wheel Controls : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again The Bluetooth system allows users to turn the sound on. For vehicles with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, to make and receive hands-free press to reject an incoming call, calls using the vehicle audio...
Page 23: Cruise Control
In Brief 1-17 Cruise Control RES/+ : Move the thumbwheel up Power Outlets to resume to a previously set speed The accessory power outlets can be or to accelerate. used to plug in electrical equipment, SET/ : Move the thumbwheel such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Page 24: Battery And Efficiency
1-18 In Brief Battery and Efficiency If the vehicle is in a crash, the Charging sensing system may shut down The high voltage battery can the high voltage system. When this High Voltage Safety be charged using a household occurs, the high voltage battery is electrical outlet.
Page 25 In Brief 1-19 Charging In cold weather conditions, ice It is located near the tire sealant may form around the charge port and compressor kit (C). Pull up Start Charge door. The charge port door may on the charge cord handle (D) not open on the first attempt.
Page 26 1-20 In Brief End Charge 4. Unplug the charge cord from the electrical outlet. 1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter to disarm the charge 5. Before storing the charge cord, cord theft alert. have the charge cord face up and wrap the charge cable neatly counterclockwise around the body of the charge cord.
Page 27 In Brief 1-21 While the charge cord is plugged into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be driven. Fueling The fuel system on this vehicle requires a refueling process to control evaporative emissions. To refuel the vehicle: 2. When the READY TO REFUEL message displays, the fuel door on the passenger side will 6.
Page 28: Total Vehicle Range
1-22 In Brief 3. Turn the fuel cap Total Vehicle Range Regenerative Braking counterclockwise to remove. Regenerative braking takes some of While refueling, hang the fuel the energy from the moving vehicle cap tether from the hook on and turns it back into electrical the inside of the fuel door.
Page 29: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-23 Service Performance and Tire Pressure Monitor Maintenance This vehicle may have a Tire WARNING Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). Traction Control Never try to do your own service System (TCS) on high voltage components. You can be injured and the The Traction Control System limits vehicle can be damaged if you wheel spin.
Page 30 1-24 In Brief During cooler conditions, the low tire Tire Sealant and Resetting the Oil Life System pressure warning light may appear Compressor Kit 1. Use the SELECT knob to select when the vehicle is first started and OIL LIFE on the DIC menu. then turn off.
Page 31 In Brief 1-25 Driving for Better Energy Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection Efficiency Avoid unnecessary rapid Use Normal Mode when possible. accelerations and decelerations. Sport Mode provides more Use the following tips to help Electric range is maximized at responsive acceleration than maximize energy efficiency and 80 km/h (50 mph) and below.
Page 32 1-26 In Brief Climate Setting Use the auto heated seat feature Maintenance instead of climate settings. Heating Always keep the tires properly Using the heat and air conditioning the seat uses less energy than inflated and the vehicle properly systems decreases the energy heating the vehicle interior.
Page 33: Roadside Assistance Program
OnStar advisor who will assess your problem, contact Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Roadside Assistance, and relay As the owner of a new Chevrolet, your exact location to get the help you are automatically enrolled in you need. For vehicles with an active OnStar the Roadside Assistance program.
Page 34 1-28 In Brief How OnStar Service Works OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR reception, and technology (1 888 466 7827) or TTY compatible with OnStar service. : Push this blue button to 1 877 248 2080, or push Service involving location connect to a specially trained information about your vehicle button to speak with an OnStar Advisor to verify your...
Page 35 In Brief 1-29 ® See Radio Frequency Your Responsibility OnStar Statement on page 13 28 for Increase the volume of the radio If the vehicle is equipped with information regarding Part 15 if the OnStar Advisor cannot be an active OnStar system, that of the Federal Communications heard.
Page 36 1-30 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 37: Keys, Doors And Windows
Keys, Doors and Windows Keys, Doors and Doors Interior Mirrors Hatch ......2-12 Automatic Dimming Rearview Windows Mirror .
Page 38: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks The key that is part of the RKE The key has a bar-coded key tag transmitter can be used for all locks. that the dealer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys. Store Keys this information in a safe place, not in the vehicle.
Page 39: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Keyless Remote Keyless Entry The hazard warning lamps will flash twice each time the button Entry (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation is pressed and the anti-theft alarm system will be disarmed. See Radio Frequency The RKE transmitter functions will See Anti-theft Alarm System on Statement on page 13 28 for work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from...
Page 40 Keys, Doors and Windows Programming with a Recognized (Panic Alarm): Press and (Charge Port Door): Press Transmitter release one time to locate the to open the charge port door. vehicle. The exterior lamps flash See Plug-In Charging on page 9 49 A new transmitter can be and the horn chirps three times.
Page 41 Keys, Doors and Windows Programming without a 4. Press and hold the POWER Recognized Transmitter button on the center stack for two seconds. When the Non-Canadian (U.S.) owners transmitter is programmed, the are permitted to program a DIC will show that it is ready to new transmitter to their vehicle program the next transmitter.
Page 42 Keys, Doors and Windows This procedure will take 3. Repeat Step 2 two more times. 5. Press and hold the POWER approximately 30 minutes to After the third time, all previously button for two seconds. When complete. The vehicle must be known transmitters will no longer the transmitter is programmed, off and all of the transmitters...
Page 43 Keys, Doors and Windows Starting the Vehicle with a Low Battery Replacement Transmitter Battery When replacing the battery, do not touch any of If the transmitter battery is weak, the circuitry on the transmitter. the DIC may display NO REMOTE Static from your body could DETECTED when you try to damage the transmitter.
Page 44 Keys, Doors and Windows If the vehicle has heated The engine may start to provide Remote Start seats, and this feature has energy for heating and cooling, This feature starts the heating or been enabled through vehicle independent of the vehicle being air conditioning systems and rear personalization, the heated plugged in or completely...
Page 45 Keys, Doors and Windows With the remote start feature, the Remote start will automatically shut Extending the Time RKE transmitter functions will have off after 10 minutes unless a time To extend the time of the first an increased range of operation. extension is done.
Page 46 2-10 Keys, Doors and Windows Conditions in Which Remote Door Locks WARNING (Continued) Start May Not Work WARNING Conditions in which a remote start Young children who get into may not occur include: unlocked vehicles may be Unlocked doors can be unable to get out.
Page 47: Delayed Locking
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-11 Power Door Locks Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks This vehicle may have a delayed Automatic Door Lock locking feature. If delayed locking The doors are programmed to is enabled, a chime will sound to automatically lock when the shift indicate a door or hatch is open lever is moved out of P (Park).
Page 48: Doors
2-12 Keys, Doors and Windows Safety Locks Doors WARNING (Continued) Hatch If the vehicle must be driven in Extended Range Mode with the hatch open: WARNING Do not operate in Mountain Exhaust gases can enter the Mode if driving with the vehicle if it is driven in Extended hatch open.
Page 49: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-13 Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal. Anti-theft Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. Arming the System To arm the system, close all of the To open the hatch, with all doors Use the inside pull handle to lower windows and doors and then:...
Page 50: Immobilizer Operation
2-14 Keys, Doors and Windows Charge Cord Theft Alert Immobilizer Operation Pressing on the RKE transmitter a second time will bypass the To arm or disarm the charge cord This vehicle has a passive 30-second delay and immediately theft alert, lock or unlock the vehicle theft-deterrent system.
Page 51: Exterior Mirrors
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-15 Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Convex Mirrors WARNING The security light in the instrument A convex mirror can make things, cluster comes on if there is a like other vehicles, look farther problem with arming or disarming away than they really are.
Page 52: Interior Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors and Windows Folding Mirrors Interior Mirrors Windows Manual Foldaway Mirrors Automatic Dimming WARNING The mirrors can be folded inward Rearview Mirror toward the vehicle to prevent Leaving children, helpless damage when going through an The vehicle has an automatic adults, or pets in a vehicle automatic car wash.
Page 53: Power Windows
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-17 Power Windows WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the RKE transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Page 54 2-18 Keys, Doors and Windows Express Down/Up Windows preset factory position. Weather Programming the Power conditions such as severe icing Windows Windows with an express-down may also cause the window to or up feature allow the window Programming the power windows auto-reverse.
Page 55: Sun Visors
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-19 Window Lockout Sun Visors The rear window lockout switch Pull the sun visor down to block is on the driver door. This feature glare. Detach the sun visor from prevents the rear passenger the center mount to pivot to the side windows from operating, except window, or to extend along the rod, from the driver position.
Page 56 2-20 Keys, Doors and Windows NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 57: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Airbag System Child Restraints Airbag System ....3-25 Older Children ....3-41 Restraints Where Are the Airbags? .
Page 58: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the WARNING outboard seating positions. With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash.
Page 59 Seats and Restraints Pull and push on the head restraint To lower the head restraint, press after the button is released to make the button, located on the top of sure that it is locked in place. the seatback, and push the head restraint down.
Page 60: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Front Seats To adjust the seat position: Reclining Seatbacks 1. Pull the handle at the front of the Seat Adjustment seat cushion to unlock it. WARNING 2. Move the seat forward or You can lose control of the rearward and release the vehicle if you try to adjust a handle.
Page 61 Seats and Restraints To recline the seatback: WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body.
Page 62: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats Auto Heated Seats WARNING If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time.
Page 63 Seats and Restraints When the vehicle is on, this feature Remote Start Heated Seats The indicator lights on the heated will automatically activate the seat buttons do not turn on during a When it is cold outside, the heated heated seats at the level required remote start.
Page 64: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats WARNING Folding the Seatback A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, WARNING or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. If either seatback is not locked, it The person wearing the belt could could move forward in a sudden be seriously injured.
Page 65 Seats and Restraints 2. Pull the seatback release lever To raise the seatback: 2. Raise the seatback and push it to unlock the seatback. rearward to lock it into place. A tab near the lever raises when A tab near the seatback release the seatback is unlocked.
Page 66: Safety Belts
3-10 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts In most states and in all Canadian WARNING provinces, the law requires wearing This section of the manual safety belts. Here is why: It is extremely dangerous to ride describes how to use safety belts You never know if you will be in in a cargo area, inside or outside properly.
Page 67 Seats and Restraints 3-11 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. Take the simplest vehicle.
Page 68 3-12 Seats and Restraints The person keeps going until or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! stopped by something. In a real With safety belts, you slow down vehicle, it could be the windshield... as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop.
Page 69: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-13 Questions and Answers About Q: If I am a good driver, and I How to Wear Safety Belts never drive far from home, Safety Belts Properly why should I wear safety Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle belts? This section is only for people of after a crash if I am wearing a...
Page 70 3-14 Seats and Restraints First, before you or your worn low and snug on the hips, just Q: What is wrong with this? passenger(s) wear a safety belt, touching the thighs. In a crash, this there is important information you applies force to the strong pelvic should know.
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-15 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the You can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose. In a lap belt is too loose. In a crash, crash, you would move forward you could slide under the lap too much, which could increase...
Page 72 3-16 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured if the belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen.
Page 73 Seats and Restraints 3-17 Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING WARNING You can be seriously injured if the You can be seriously injured belt goes over an armrest like if you wear the shoulder belt this. The belt would be much too under your arm.
Page 74 3-18 Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? Q: What is wrong with this? WARNING You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-19 2. Adjust the seat, if the seat is WARNING adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see Seats You can be seriously injured by a in the Index. twisted belt. In a crash, you would 3.
Page 76 3-20 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly. 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...
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-21 Rear Safety Belt Comfort before using the comfort guide. To install a comfort guide to the Guides safety belt: This vehicle may have rear safety belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats...
Page 78 3-22 Seats and Restraints WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 79: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seats and Restraints 3-23 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Now and then, check that the belt is worn properly, it is more likely safety belt reminder light, safety that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone,...
Page 80 3-24 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may WARNING have been stressed or damaged.
Page 81: Properly
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Airbag System All of the airbags in the vehicle will Here are the most important things have the word AIRBAG embossed to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following in the trim or on an attached label airbags: near the deployment opening.
Page 82 3-26 Seats and Restraints WARNING WARNING Airbags inflate with great force, Children who are up against, faster than the blink of an eye. or very close to, any airbag Anyone who is up against, or when it inflates can be seriously very close to, any airbag when it injured or killed.
Page 83: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Where Are the Airbags? Driver Side Shown, The driver knee airbag is below Passenger Side Similar the steering column. The right front passenger knee airbag is below the The seat-mounted side impact The driver frontal airbag is in the glove box.
Page 84: When Should An Airbag
3-28 Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag WARNING (Continued) Inflate? or even death. The path of an Frontal airbags are designed inflating airbag must be kept to inflate in moderate to severe clear. Do not put anything frontal or near frontal crashes between an occupant and an to help reduce the potential for airbag, and do not attach or...
Page 85 Seats and Restraints 3-29 Frontal airbags may inflate Frontal airbags are not intended to The vehicle has seat-mounted side at different crash speeds. inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impact airbags and roof-rail airbags. For example: impacts, or in many side impacts. See Airbag System on page 3 25.
Page 86: What Makes An Airbag
3-30 Seats and Restraints In any particular crash, no one What Makes an Airbag How Does an Airbag can say whether an airbag should Inflate? Restrain? have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because In a deployment event, the sensing In moderate to severe frontal or of what the repair costs were.
Page 87: What Will You See After An Airbag Inflates
Seats and Restraints 3-31 Rollover capable roof rail airbags What Will You See after WARNING are designed to help contain the an Airbag Inflates? head and chest of occupants in When an airbag inflates, there the outboard seating positions After the frontal airbags and may be dust in the air.
Page 88 3-32 Seats and Restraints The vehicle has a crash You can lock the doors, turn off the In many crashes severe enough to sensing and diagnostic module interior lamps and hazard warning inflate the airbag, windshields are which records information flashers by using the controls for broken by vehicle deformation.
Page 89: Passenger Sensing
Seats and Restraints 3-33 Passenger Sensing The passenger sensing system According to accident statistics, turns off the right front passenger children are safer when properly System frontal airbag and the knee airbag secured in a rear seat in a correct on the passenger side, under child restraint for their weight The vehicle has a passenger...
Page 90 3-34 Seats and Restraints A right front passenger takes WARNING WARNING (Continued) his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints Or, if there is a critical problem restraint can be seriously in a rear seat, even if the with the airbag system or the...
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-35 For some children, including If the On Indicator is Lit for a 5. If, after reinstalling the child children in child restraints, restraint and restarting the Child Restraint and for very small adults, the vehicle, the on indicator is If a child restraint has been installed passenger sensing system may still lit, turn the vehicle off.
Page 92 3-36 Seats and Restraints If the Off Indicator is Lit for an system to detect that person and Additional Factors Affecting enable the right front passenger Adult-Size Occupant System Operation frontal airbag and passenger Safety belts help keep the knee airbag: passenger in position on the 1.
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Liquid pooled on the seat that See Adding Equipment to the The on indicator may be lit if has not soaked in may make it Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on an object, such as a briefcase, more likely that the passenger page 3 38 for more information handbag, grocery bag, laptop or sensing system will enable...
Page 94: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-38 Seats and Restraints Servicing the Adding Equipment to the WARNING Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle For up to 10 seconds after the Airbags affect how the vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add vehicle is turned off and the should be serviced.
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-39 In addition, the vehicle has a airbag(s) or prevent the Q: Because I have a disability, passenger sensing system passenger sensing system I have to get my vehicle for the right front passenger from properly turning off modified.
Page 96: Airbag System Check
3-40 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need See your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance If the airbag readiness light stays on or replacement.
Page 97: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer's 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 98 3-42 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, WARNING (Continued) children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child head and neck injury. The child restraint system or infant restraint might also slide under the lap system secured in a rear seating position.
Page 99: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Infants and Young Airbags plus lap shoulder belts WARNING (Continued) offer protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs infant will suddenly become a safety belt system nor its airbag...
Page 100 3-44 Seats and Restraints For most basic types of child WARNING restraints, there are many different models available. Never do this. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed Children who are up against, to be used in a motor vehicle. or very close to, any airbag when If it is, the restraint will have a it inflates can be seriously injured...
Page 101: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Child Restraint Systems WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular need complete support. This is safety belt may not remain low because an infant's neck is not on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 102 3-46 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 103: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-47 See Lower Anchors and Tethers In some areas, Certified Child Where to Put the for Children (LATCH System) on Passenger Safety Technicians Restraint page 3 49 for more information. (CPSTs) are available to inspect Children can be endangered in a and demonstrate how to correctly According to accident statistics, crash if the child restraint is not...
Page 104 3-48 Seats and Restraints Depending on where you place WARNING WARNING (Continued) the child restraint and the size of the child restraint, you may A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints not be able to access adjacent restraint can be seriously in a rear seat, even if the safety belt assemblies or LATCH...
Page 105: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-49 Lower Anchors and a top tether, you must also use Lower Anchors either the lower anchors or the Tethers for Children safety belts to properly secure the (LATCH System) child restraint. A child restraint must never be attached using only the The LATCH system holds a child top tether and anchor.
Page 106 3-50 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have Lower Anchor and Top Tether a single tether (A) or a dual Anchor Locations tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-51 Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached.
Page 108: System
3-52 Seats and Restraints Securing a Child Restraint WARNING WARNING Designed for the LATCH System Do not attach more than one Children can be seriously injured child restraint to a single anchor. or strangled if a shoulder belt WARNING Attaching more than one child is wrapped around their neck restraint to a single anchor could and the safety belt continues to...
Page 109 Seats and Restraints 3-53 Do not fold the empty rear attachments or the desired 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower seat with a safety belt buckled. seating position does not have attachments on the child This could damage the safety lower anchors, secure the child restraint to the lower belt or the seat.
Page 110 3-54 Seats and Restraints 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are using If the rear outboard seating does not have a headrest position you are using has or head restraint, or the an adjustable head restraint headrest or head restraint...
Page 111 Seats and Restraints 3-55 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. There should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement for proper installation.
Page 112 3-56 Seats and Restraints 4. When the child restraint is To reinstall the head restraint: 2. Push the head restraint down. removed, reinstall the head If necessary, press the height restraint before the seating adjustment release button to position is used. further lower the head restraint.
Page 113: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-57 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. When securing a child restraint in WARNING Be sure to follow the instructions...
Page 114 3-58 Seats and Restraints 2. Remove the safety belt from the guide on the seatback by sliding the webbing through the opening on the guide. Do not secure the child restraint with the safety belt routed through the guide. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint.
Page 115 Seats and Restraints 3-59 7. If the child restraint has a top To remove the child restraint, tether, follow the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt manufacturer's instructions and let it return to the stowed regarding the use of the top position.
Page 116: Securing Child Restraints
3-60 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints A label on the sun visor says, WARNING (Continued) Never put a rear-facing child seat (Front Passenger Seat) in the front. This is because the risk Even if the passenger sensing to the rear-facing child is so great, This vehicle has airbags.
Page 117 Seats and Restraints 3-61 If the child restraint has the LATCH You will be using the lap-shoulder system, see Lower Anchors and belt to secure the child restraint in Tethers for Children (LATCH this position. Follow the instructions System) on page 3 49 for how and that came with the child restraint.
Page 118 3-62 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 119 Storage Storage Storage Glove Box Compartments Open the glove box by lifting up on the lever. Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 Floor Console Storage Glove Box ....4-1 Floor Console Storage .
Page 120 Storage Umbrella Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover The rear console has open storage with an auxiliary power outlet and cupholders. Slide an umbrella into the opening on either the driver or passenger doors. There is a cover for the rear cargo area.
Page 121 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Battery Gauge (High Traction Control System ® Voltage) ....5-16 (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light ..5-27 Controls Fuel Gauge .
Page 122 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Ride Control System Messages ....5-50 Vehicle Messages ... 5-45 Airbag System Messages .
Page 123 Instruments and Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 124: Instrument Panel Overview
Instruments and Controls Instrument Panel Overview I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 125 Instruments and Controls A. Air Vents on page 8 9. H. Light Sensor. See Daytime R. Leaf Button. See Center Stack Running Lamps (DRL) on Display on page 5 31. B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. page 6 3. See Turn and Lane-Change S.
Page 126: Controls
Instruments and Controls Controls 3. Pull or push the steering wheel (Push to Talk): For vehicles closer or away from you. with an OnStar, Bluetooth, Steering Wheel or navigation system, press 4. Pull the lever (A) up to lock the to interact with those systems.
Page 127: Horn
Instruments and Controls Press SRC to change between Windshield Wiper/Washer radio and CD or DVD. (Volume): Press + to increase the volume; press decrease the volume. Horn (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Press near the horn symbols to Move the lever up to The windshield wiper lever is on sound the horn.
Page 128: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls Clear ice and snow from the wiper Windshield Washer Power Outlets blades before using them. If frozen Pull the windshield wiper lever The accessory power outlets can be to the windshield, carefully loosen or toward you to spray windshield used to plug in electrical equipment, thaw them.
Page 129: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Remove the cover to access and Warning Lights, When one of the warning lights replace when not in use. comes on and stays on while Gauges, and driving, or when one of the gauges Certain accessory plugs may shows there may be a problem, Indicators not be compatible with the...
Page 130 5-10 Instruments and Controls The following screens may appear, depending on the status. This screen indicates that the This screen indicates that charging charge cord is connected and is active and the estimated charge the charging is complete. completion time is 10:00 a.m. This screen indicates that the charge cord is not connected.
Page 131 Instruments and Controls 5-11 This screen indicates that charging This screen indicates that the This screen indicates that the is programmed to be delayed with vehicle is fully charged and the charge cord is connected, but the an estimated completion time of charge cord is not connected.
Page 132 5-12 Instruments and Controls Complete Cluster with Enhanced Configuration in Electric Mode I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 133 Instruments and Controls 5-13 A. Brake System Warning Light on K. Turn and Lane-Change Signals U. Tire Pressure Light on page 5 24. on page 6 4. page 5 27. B. Battery Gauge (High Voltage) Compass on page 5 16. V.
Page 134 5-14 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Display Choose either the Simple or Enhanced Configuration display. Configurations There are two instrument cluster display configurations to choose from. Press CONFIG located left of the steering wheel to change the configuration. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5 43 for more information.
Page 135: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). The DIC menu can be used to change the units. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5 43. Enhanced Configuration Enhanced Configuration in Electric Mode...
Page 136: Compass
5-16 Instruments and Controls Compass Battery Gauge Fuel Gauge (High Voltage) The vehicle has a compass display in the instrument cluster above the speedometer. The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Positioning System (GPS) antenna and vehicle speed information. The compass system has automatic calibration and zone adjustment features.
Page 137: Driver Efficiency Gauge
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Driver Efficiency Gauge See Driving for Better Energy Total Vehicle Range Efficiency on page 9 2. accel: If the ball turns yellow and travels above the center of the gauge, acceleration is too aggressive to optimize efficiency. brake: If the ball turns yellow and travels below the center of the gauge, braking is too aggressive to...
Page 138: Safety Belt Reminders
5-18 Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder the light comes on. Light The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other...
Page 139: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Second Row Passenger Safety the instrument cluster to alert the Airbag Readiness Light driver that passengers may need to Belt Reminder Light This light shows if there is an fasten their safety belts. After the electrical problem. The system passenger safety belt is buckled, check includes the airbag sensor, the corresponding safety belt...
Page 140: Passenger Airbag Status
5-20 Instruments and Controls A message may also display in the Passenger Airbag Status Then, after several more seconds, Driver Information Center (DIC). the status indicator will light either Indicator ON or OFF to let you know the See Airbag System Messages on status of the right front passenger The vehicle has a passenger page 5 51 for more information.
Page 141: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 If, after several seconds, both Charging System Light Malfunction status indicator lights remain on, (12-Volt Battery) Indicator Lamp or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights A computer system called OBD II or the passenger sensing system.
Page 142 5-22 Instruments and Controls Notice: Modifications made This light comes on during a to the engine, electric drive unit, malfunction in one of two ways: exhaust, intake, or fuel system Light Flashing: A misfire condition of the vehicle or the replacement has been detected.
Page 143 Instruments and Controls 5-23 Check that good quality fuel Light On Steady: An emission Emissions Inspection and is used. Poor fuel quality control system malfunction has Maintenance Programs causes the engine not to run been detected on the vehicle. Some state and local governments as efficiently as designed and Diagnosis and service might be have or might begin programs...
Page 144: Brake System Warning
5-24 Instruments and Controls The vehicle will not pass Brake System Warning If the light comes on and stays on, this inspection if the OBD II there is a base brake problem. Light (On-Board Diagnostic) system determines that critical emission The vehicle brake system WARNING control systems have not been...
Page 145: Electric Parking Brake
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Electric Parking Brake Service Electric Parking If this light stays on, there is a problem with a system on the Light Brake Light vehicle that is causing the parking brake system to work at a reduced level.
Page 146: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
5-26 Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System If the ABS warning light remains on Sport Mode Light after resetting the system or comes (ABS) Warning Light on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. If the ABS warning light is on, but the regular brake system warning light is not on, the antilock brakes are not working properly, but the regular brakes are...
Page 147: Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Traction Control System Engine Coolant Tire Pressure Light ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light Temperature Warning Light For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this light This light comes on briefly while comes on briefly when the vehicle is starting the vehicle.
Page 148: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-28 Instruments and Controls When the Light Flashes First and Notice: Lack of proper engine Low Fuel Warning Light Then is On Steady oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be This indicates that there may be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 149: Security Light
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Security Light High-Beam On Light Cruise Control Light This light comes on briefly when the The high-beam on light comes on The cruise control light comes on vehicle is started. when the high-beam headlamps are when the cruise control is turned on in use.
Page 150: Door, Hood, Or Hatch Open
5-30 Instruments and Controls Door, Hood, or Hatch Open Light If a door, hood, or hatch is not completely closed, a light comes on together with a graphic in the Driver Information Center (DIC). Hood Open Hatch Open The DIC indicates when a door, the hood, or the hatch is open.
Page 151: Information Displays
Instruments and Controls 5-31 Information Displays Use the finger pad rather than the Power Flows finger tip to minimize response time. To view the Power Flow screens, If the controls are not responding, Center Stack Display press the button on the remove the gloves.
Page 152 5-32 Instruments and Controls Battery Power Vehicle is stationary Engine Power Vehicle is stationary in electric mode and no power is in extended range mode and no flowing to the wheels. power is flowing to the wheels. Regen Power Recovery Power from the wheels returns to the battery during regenerative braking or coasting.
Page 153: Charging
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Charging Charge Mode Status Programmable Charging This vehicle has three programmable charge modes. To view the current charge mode status in the center stack display, press the button on the center stack and then press the Charging Power Off No power is flowing to button at the top of the touch the wheels.
Page 154 5-34 Instruments and Controls departure time for the current day of the week. Charging begins at the start time and is complete by the departure time only if sufficient time is allowed after the charge cord is plugged in. The vehicle uses an internal clock for programmable charging, not the clock in the center stack.
Page 155 Instruments and Controls 5-35 Charge Mode Selection Departure Time Entry Charge Rate Selection From the Charge Mode Status From the Delayed Charge Mode From the Delayed Rate and screen, press Change Status screen, press Edit to change Departure Time Charge Mode Charge Mode.
Page 156 5-36 Instruments and Controls Charge during Mid Peak and Charge Rate Preference Selection Electric Rate Plan Selection Off Peak Rates: The vehicle will From the Departure Time & Rate Electric rates, or cost per unit, charge during Off-Peak and/or Information screen, press Select may vary based on time, weekday/ Mid-Peak rate periods only and Charge Rate Preference.
Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-37 Summer/Winter Schedule Start Electric Rate Schedule Editing Date Entering From the Enter Summer/Winter From the Select Electric Rate Plan Start Dates screen, press Edit screen, press Summer/Winter Summer Schedule or Edit Winter Schedule then press Edit. Schedule.
Page 158 5-38 Instruments and Controls Both weekday and weekend Electric Rate Finish Time Editing schedules must be set. The rate From the Edit (Summer, Winter, schedule only applies for a 24-hour or Yearly) Electric Rate Schedule period, starting at 12:00 AM and screen, press Edit next to the row ending at 12:00 AM.
Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-39 Electric Rate Schedule Viewing From the Select Electric Rate Plan screen, press View (Summer, Winter, or Yearly) Schedule. 1. Press + or to adjust the time. Temporary Charge Mode Override and Cancel 2. Press Peak, Mid-Peak, or Off-Peak to select the Programmed Delayed Charge electric rate.
Page 160 5-40 Instruments and Controls To temporarily override a Delayed Programmable Charging Charge Mode from inside the Disabled vehicle: 1. Press the charge port door release button on the driver door to view the Charge Mode Status pop-up in the center stack display.
Page 161: Energy Information
Instruments and Controls 5-41 The Programmable Charging Energy Usage There are maximum limits to some system will be disabled if the of the values that can be displayed. Charge Complete Time cannot When these values are replaced be confidently estimated. If the with dashes, the value limits have Programmable Charging system been reached.
Page 162: Clock
5-42 Instruments and Controls Energy Efficiency Efficiency Tips The Energy Usage information will also appear automatically on The Efficiency Tips screen is power off when Retained Accessory The Energy Efficiency screen is accessed by pressing Efficiency Power is active. This automatic accessed by pressing Energy Tips from the Energy Usage pop-up can be disabled through...
Page 163: Driver Information
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Driver Information DIC Controls DIC Menu Items Center (DIC) At the main DIC menu: 1. Turn the SELECT knob to scroll through the possible DIC menus. 2. Press the center of the SELECT knob when a menu item is highlighted to enter that menu.
Page 164 5-44 Instruments and Controls Trip A and Trip B The oil life must be reset after Vehicle Messages each oil change. Avoid accidental The trip displays show fuel used, Turn the SELECT knob to scroll resetting of the Engine Oil Life average fuel economy, and distance through any active warning System.
Page 165: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 Vehicle Messages Battery and Charging CHARGE CORD CONNECTED Messages This message displays when the Messages displayed in the DIC charge cord is connected to the indicate the status of the vehicle BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE vehicle. The vehicle cannot be or some action that may be needed shifted out of P (Park) with the This message displays when the...
Page 166: Brake System Messages
5-46 Instruments and Controls SERVICE HIGH VOLTAGE SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST Cruise Control Messages CHARGING SYSTEM This message displays when there CRUISE SET TO XXX is a problem with the brake boost This message displays when there This message displays when the assist system.
Page 167: Drive Mode Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-47 Drive Mode Messages Electric Drive Unit ENGINE OVERHEATED TURN VEHICLE OFF Messages MOUNTAIN MODE NOT This message displays and a AVAILABLE SHIFT TO PARK continuous chime sounds if the This message displays when engine cooling system reaches This message displays when in Mountain Mode and the unsafe temperatures for operation.
Page 168: Engine Oil Messages
5-48 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Messages Fuel System Messages READY TO REFUEL This message displays when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON CLOSE FUEL DOOR fuel system is depressurized and This message displays when the This message displays when the the vehicle can be refueled.
Page 169: Lamp Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-49 NO REMOTE DETECTED REMINDER: KEY LEFT IN CHECK LAMP or LAMP VEHICLE FAILURE This message displays when the RKE transmitter is not detected This message displays when Depending on the lamp, one of while attempting to start the vehicle. leaving the vehicle with the RKE these messages may display.
Page 170: Propulsion Power
5-50 Instruments and Controls Propulsion Power This message can display when Ride Control System driving in mountainous terrain Messages Messages without using Mountain Mode or by not entering Mountain Mode soon PROPULSION POWER IS LOW TRACTION enough to build a sufficient battery REDUCED This message displays when the charge reserve before climbing...
Page 171: Airbag System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-51 SERVICE TRACTION Anti-theft Alarm System ENGINE NOT AVAILABLE CONTROL SERVICE SOON Messages This message displays when there This message displays when the SERVICE THEFT ALARM is a problem detected with the engine is not available due to a Traction Control System (TCS).
Page 172: Starting The Vehicle
5-52 Instruments and Controls SERVICE POWER STEERING PRESS BUTTON AGAIN TO TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE TURN OFF This message displays if there is a This message displays when the problem with the power steering pressure in one or more of the tires This message displays as a system.
Page 173: Vehicle Speed Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-53 Vehicle Speed Messages Vehicle TUNE/MENU Knob Press to enter, select, or activate Personalization SPEED LIMITED TO XXX a highlighted menu option. This message displays when the The Vehicle Personalization Turn to highlight a menu option. vehicle speed is limited. features can be accessed by using Press to turn a system setting on either the infotainment controls or...
Page 174 5-54 Instruments and Controls Turning a Function On or Off Submenus Entering the Personalization Menu 1. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob to An arrow on the right hand edge highlight the function. of the menu indicates that it has a submenu with other options. 2.
Page 175 Instruments and Controls 5-55 Climate and Air Quality 3. Select Auto Fan Speed. Remote Start Auto Heat Seats 4. Select the fan speed. When on, this feature will turn the Select the Climate and Air Quality heated seats on when using remote menu to display: 5.
Page 176 5-56 Instruments and Controls To turn the auto defog on or off: Chime Volume 3. Turn the button chime feature on or off. 1. Press the Vehicle menu. This allows the selection of the chime volume level to be either 4.
Page 177 Instruments and Controls 5-57 Languages Exit Lighting Vehicle Locator Lights This allows the selection of how This allows the vehicle locator lights This allows the selection of a long the exterior headlamps stay on to be turned on or off. When on, the language: when leaving the vehicle and it is headlamps, parklamps, taillamps,...
Page 178 5-58 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Unlock Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out To turn the delayed door lock feature on or off: This allows selection of which doors When on, this feature will keep the will automatically unlock when the driver door from locking until the 1.
Page 179 Instruments and Controls 5-59 Remote Lock Feedback Remote Unlock Light Feedback If All Doors is selected, all doors will be unlocked. This allows selection of what When on, the exterior lamps will feedback is provided when flash when unlocking the vehicle If Driver Door is selected, only the unlocking the vehicle with with the RKE transmitter.
Page 180: Universal Remote System
5-60 Instruments and Controls Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder Universal Remote This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control When on, the horn will chirp rapidly System transmitters used to activate three times if an RKE transmitter is devices such as garage door left in the vehicle.
Page 181 Instruments and Controls 5-61 Keep the original hand-held Programming the Universal 2. At the same time, press transmitter for use in other vehicles and hold both the hand-held Remote System as well as for future Universal transmitter button and one For questions or help programming Remote system programming.
Page 182 5-62 Instruments and Controls 3. Press and hold for five seconds It may be helpful to have 6. Immediately return to the the newly trained Universal another person assist with vehicle. Firmly press and hold Remote system button (the the remaining Steps 4 for two seconds the Universal button selected in Step 2) while through 6.
Page 183: Operation
Instruments and Controls 5-63 Gate Operator and Canadian If you live in Canada, or you are Universal Remote System having difficulty programming a Programming Operation gate operator or garage door If you have questions or need help opener by using the Programming Using the Universal Remote programming the Universal Remote the Universal Remote System...
Page 184 5-64 Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the three Universal Remote system buttons: 1. Press and hold the desired Universal Remote system button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds.
Page 185 Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO (Automatic Headlamps): Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on the Exterior Lamp Controls exterior light. Exterior Lighting (Parking Lamps): Turns on Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 the parking lamps together with the Headlamp High/Low-Beam following:...
Page 186: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting Headlamp High/ Flash-to-Pass To use the pedestrian friendly alert: Low-Beam Changer Pull the turn signal/lane change The flash to pass feature works with lever all the way toward you the low beams or Daytime Running Headlamp High/Low Beam momentarily. See Exterior Lamps (DRL) on or off.
Page 187: Daytime Running
Lighting Daytime Running When the DRL are on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, instrument panel Lamps (DRL) lights, and other lamps will not be on. The instrument cluster will be lit. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) system comes on in daylight when When the exterior lamp control band the following conditions are met: is turned to the headlamp position,...
Page 188: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Signals change. Hold it there until the lane change is complete. If the lever is moved momentarily to the lane change position, the arrow will flash three times.
Page 189: Interior Lighting
Lighting Interior Lighting The thumbwheel is on the Lighting Features instrument panel to the left of the steering column. Instrument Panel Entry Lighting Move the thumbwheel up or down to Illumination Control The headlamps, parking lamps, brighten or dim the lights. taillamps, back up lamps, and the interior lights turn on briefly, when Dome Lamps...
Page 190: Exit Lighting
Lighting Exit Lighting Battery Power Protection The headlamps, parking lamps, The battery saver feature is taillamps, back up lamps, and designed to protect the vehicle's license plate lamps come on 12 volt battery. when the vehicle is turned off. If the exterior lamps or any interior Some interior lights also come lamp is left on and the vehicle is on when the vehicle is turned off.
Page 191 Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Vehicle Positioning ..7-75 Problems with Route CD/DVD Player ....7-18 System Guidance ....7-76 MP3 .
Page 192: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Introduction This system provides access to Contact your dealer many audio and non audio listings. before adding any equipment. Infotainment To minimize taking your eyes off the Adding audio or communication road while driving, do the following equipment could interfere with The vehicle has a navigation system while the vehicle is parked: the operation of the engine,...
Page 193: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System Theft-Deterrent Feature Overview screen appears and OK must be pressed to access the NAV and The theft-deterrent feature works When the navigation system is DEST functions. See instructions by learning a portion of the turned on, a screen may appear that later in this section.
Page 194 Infotainment System A. RADIO BAND (AM, FM, XM) B. HDD/DVD/AUX (Source) C. FAV (Favorite) D. TUNE/MENU BACK TONE G. CONFIG (Configuration) SEEK/SEEK (Phone/Mute) TP (Time Program) K. DEL (Delete) REC (Record) (Play/Pause) N. VOL/ (Volume/Power) O. INFO (Information) DEST (Destination) Q.
Page 195 Infotainment System S. AS1-2 (Autostore) Config Setup Menu (Eject) NAV (Navigation) Menu Use the Navigation Menu screen to access the navigation system settings. See Using the Navigation System on page 7 39 for more information. Press the NAV button to change between a map/audio split view or a full map view.
Page 196 Infotainment System Languages Deleting Personal Information Storing Radio Station Presets To change the display language, The navigation system can record Up to 36 preset stations can see Vehicle Personalization on and store destinations and personal be stored. AM, FM, and XM, page 5 53 for more information.
Page 197 Infotainment System Entering an Address and Point 3. Select the street name field. 5. Select the city from the list or Enter the street name. Do not enter the city name. of Interest, and Storing Preset enter directional information Destinations 6.
Page 198 Infotainment System Entering a Point of Interest (POI) 6. Press the Go screen button. 5. Press Save from the map The system calculates the route. screen to add the current final To set a destination by entering a destination to the address book. Point of Interest (POI): 7.
Page 199 Infotainment System Using the Stored Preset Canceling Guidance 3. Press Voice Volume. Destinations 4. Press the + or screen buttons Guidance is canceled at the final to increase or to decrease the destination. To cancel guidance These destinations are available for volume of the voice prompts.
Page 200: Radio
7-10 Infotainment System Radio RADIO BAND: Press to select the AM, FM, and XM (if equipped) band. AM-FM Radio The audio sources can also be changed by using the steering Playing the Radio wheel controls. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 6 Audio Source Menu for more information.
Page 201 Infotainment System 7-11 Navigation Audio System Adjusting the Speakers EQ Settings To adjust the speaker balance using Sound Menu the Sound menu: To access the Sound menu, press Press and hold the left arrow the TONE button. for more sound from the left Use the Sound menu to adjust the speakers or the right arrow following features:...
Page 202 7-12 Infotainment System Radio Menu Audio Cue Options There are two ways to access the Radio menu: Audio Cue Volume: Press the + or This menu allows changes to the screen buttons to adjust the audio cue volume. The audio cue volume Audio Cue features.
Page 203 Infotainment System 7-13 Auto Volume Show/Hide XM Categories Local Station List Search Select OFF, Low, Medium, or High Configure favorite categories to be sensitivity to automatically adjust used during XM mode. the volume to minimize the effects DivX Registration Code of unwanted background noise that can result from changing road Display the DivX registration code...
Page 204 7-14 Infotainment System To scroll through the pages, press 4. Press and hold one of the Timeshift the FAV button. The current page preset buttons for more than The timeshift feature automatically number displays above the preset two seconds. The station begins recording the audio when buttons.
Page 205 Infotainment System 7-15 To resume listening to the broadcast Radio Data System (RDS) This system relies on receiving specific information from these at the point left off, press again. The audio system has a Radio stations and only works when Data System (RDS).
Page 206: Satellite Radio
7-16 Infotainment System Satellite Radio XM Categories XM Updating: The encryption code in the receiver is being updated. XM stations are organized in Satellite Radio Service No action is required. This process categories. should take no longer than Vehicles with an XM satellite radio 30 seconds.
Page 207: Radio Reception
Infotainment System 7-17 No Title Info: The system is CAT Not Found: The system is Radio Reception working properly. No song title working properly. There are no Frequency interference and static information is available at this channels available for the selected can occur during normal radio time on this channel.
Page 208: Multi-Band Antenna
7-18 Infotainment System Cellular Phone Usage Audio Players The range for most AM stations is Cellular phone usage can cause CD/DVD Player greater than for FM, especially at interference with the vehicle's radio. night. The longer range can cause The player can be used for CD, Multi-Band Antenna station frequencies to interfere with MP3, and DVD audio, and as a...
Page 209 Infotainment System 7-19 The system is capable of playing: There can be increased skipping, Loading and Ejecting Discs difficulty in recording tracks, Most audio CDs To load a disc: difficulty in finding tracks/chapters, CD-R 1. Turn the vehicle on. and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting.
Page 210 7-20 Infotainment System There are two ways to play a CD Menu SEEK CD/DVD: Press to seek to the next track. Insert the disc and play starts Press and hold to fast forward automatically. through a track. Release the Press the HDD/DVD/AUX button to return to playing button, then press the disc speed.
Page 211 Infotainment System 7-21 Playing an Audio and There are two pages of DVD (Arrow Buttons): options. Press the arrow screen Video DVD Use these arrow screen buttons to button, in the bottom right corner navigate through the DVD menu. To view the DVD video, the vehicle of the screen, to access the other must be in P (Park) or the parking (Play/Pause): Use to start,...
Page 212 7-22 Infotainment System Stop: Menu: Press to display the menu SEEK: for the part of the DVD currently 1. Press on the display screen 1. Press to seek to the beginning of playing. Availability of this feature to show the available buttons. the current or previous chapter.
Page 213: Mp3
Infotainment System 7-23 The disc is very hot. Try the disc Subtitle: Press while a DVD is again when the temperature playing to view with subtitles on returns to normal. Playing an MP3 CD and DVD or off or to change the language of the subtitles.
Page 214: Press And Hold This Button To Reverse Quickly Through Playback
7-24 Infotainment System The Artist/Album/Song Titles/ To play a disc: 3. Press and hold this button Genre information requires a to reverse quickly through (Play/Pause): Use to start, CD to be fully scanned before playback. pause, or resume play of a the music navigator works with loaded disc.
Page 215 Infotainment System 7-25 Track List (All Songs) Genres Press to view a list of all songs Press to view the genres on the on the disc. There might be a disc. Select a genre to view a delay before the list displays. list of all songs of that genre.
Page 216: Hard Drive Device (Hdd)
7-26 Infotainment System Empty Directory or Folder Preprogrammed Playlists For optimal recording performance, make sure the disc is clean with If a root directory or folder is empty The radio recognizes no damage; otherwise the system or contains only folders, the player preprogrammed playlists;...
Page 217 Infotainment System 7-27 Recording from a CD to the To record selected tracks from 2. Press the REC button. the disc: Hard Drive 3. A confirmation displays. 1. Load a CD or press the The speed of the recording 4. Select All Songs to copy all HDD/DVD/AUX button until increases if you are listening to tracks.
Page 218 7-28 Infotainment System Duplicate Content Power Mode SEEK When the record function starts, If the system is turned off during 1. Press to seek to the next track. there is a check to verify that the a CD or USB recording process, 2.
Page 219 Infotainment System 7-29 TUNE/MENU: Playlists: 1. Turn to the right or left to display 1. Press to view the playlists on the All Songs. hard drive. 2. Turn it again to cycle through 2. Select a playlist to view a list of the list.
Page 220 7-30 Infotainment System All Songs: Saving HDD Favorites Playing HDD Favorites 1. Press to view a list of all songs During HDD playback, to save the Favorites can be played two on the hard drive. current song playing to a category different ways: preset: 2.
Page 221: Seek
Infotainment System 7-31 USB-Supported Devices Playing from a USB To play a USB device: 1. Connect the USB and it begins The USB connector uses the A USB mass storage device can be to play. following: connected to the USB port to copy compressed audio files onto the 2.
Page 222: Release The Button To Return To Playing Speed. Elapsed Time Displays
7-32 Infotainment System USB Music Menu Track List: Press to view a list of SEEK: songs and what track the songs are 1. Press to seek to the beginning stored on. of the current or previous track. Artists: Press to view the artists If the track has been playing stored on the USB.
Page 223 Infotainment System 7-33 Eject USB: Press when the USB For proper operation, make sure If the iPod is an unsupported is to be removed. If the USB is the iPod has the latest firmware model, it can still be listened to ®...
Page 224 7-34 Infotainment System Playlists: Albums: Genres: 1. Press to view the playlists stored 1. Press to view the albums stored 1. Press to view the genres stored on the iPod. on the iPod. on the iPod. 2. Select a playlist name to view a 2.
Page 225 Infotainment System 7-35 Audio Books: Audio Book After inserting the USB or CD storage media, the following 1. Press to view the audio books The system can play back audio screen displays: stored on the iPod. book content downloaded from Audible.com by either burning it 2.
Page 226 7-36 Infotainment System Playing Audio Book Content 4. Select a chapter to start playback. After activating and transferring www.audible.com files to the system, play the files: 2. Press the HDD Menu. The HDD Music Menu displays. Scroll down to the Audio Book option and select.
Page 227 Infotainment System 7-37 Selecting Another Audio Book To play a different audio book from the one selected, return to the Audio Book menu options. To change the audio book currently playing: 2. The Audio Book screen 4. The audio book begins displays a list of the available playback.
Page 228: Auxiliary Devices
7-38 Infotainment System Changing Chapters within an Auxiliary Devices If an auxiliary device has already Audio Book been connected, but a different This vehicle may have an auxiliary source is currently active, do either To change chapters within an input jack in the center console. of the following to switch back to the audio book: Possible auxiliary audio sources...
Page 229: Using The Navigation
Infotainment System 7-39 Set up the audio by presetting Navigation WARNING favorite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the Using the Navigation Avoid looking too long or too speakers. often at the moving map on the System Set up the navigation features navigation screen.
Page 230 7-40 Infotainment System Always be alert and obey traffic Infotainment Control Buttons TUNE/MENU: Turn to highlight and roadway laws and instructions, a feature. Press to activate the The buttons on the faceplate are regardless of the guidance from highlighted feature. used to start primary functions the navigation system.
Page 231 Infotainment System 7-41 Adjust the time as needed. See NAV (Navigation): Press to view SEEK: Configure Menu on page 7 66 later the vehicle's current position on 1. Press to seek to the beginning of in this section. the map screen. Continue pressing the current or previous track or to cycle through the full map and REC (Record): Press to record...
Page 232 7-42 Infotainment System Touch Screen Buttons A-Z (Alphabet): To select letters Navigation Settings from the alphabet. Touch screen buttons are on the Symbols: To select symbols. screen and are highlighted when a feature is available. Some screen (Space): To enter a space buttons highlight when active and between characters or the words grey out when inactive.
Page 233 Infotainment System 7-43 Voice Prompt Route Preference Press the Route Preference screen button to change route options when a route is calculated. Voice Guidance: Press to This menu allows changes to the enable or disable voice guidance. A checkmark indicates on. voice features.
Page 234: Maps
7-44 Infotainment System Back Track Map Database Information Off-Road Mode Press the Back Track screen Displays map database version When selected, the off-road feature button to turn on, off, or delete information. is on. When the off-road mode is the recording and displaying of turned on, the navigation system will the traveled path.
Page 235 Infotainment System 7-45 Installing the DVD Map Disc 4. Press the Update screen button Handling the DVD Map Disc when the Update Confirmation Your dealer installs the map Handle the disc very carefully to screen displays. database information on the HDD. avoid contamination or flaws.
Page 236 7-46 Infotainment System Scroll speed increases when Map Adjustments The scale ranges from 100 m touching closer to the edge of (150 ft) to 400 km (250 mi). The scale of view on the map can the screen. To change from metric to English, be adjusted.
Page 237: Navigation Symbols
Infotainment System 7-47 Navigation Symbols Following are the most common symbols that appear on a map screen. The waypoint symbol marks This symbol indicates that the map a set waypoint and is numbered view is North-up: North-up displays depending on how many have North at the top of the map screen been set.
Page 238 7-48 Infotainment System Press this screen symbol to change to 3 D mode. The 3-D symbol is the same as the Heading-up symbol, but the map is in 3-D. This symbol indicates that a menu is available and displays on the left side of the screen.
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-49 Urgent Maneuver Map Screen Options An urgent maneuver is displayed While on route, several options are when the next maneuver is less available while viewing the map than or equal to 0.8 km (0.5 mi) screen. To access this menu: away on a residential road or less than or equal to 1.5 km (2 mi) away on a highway.
Page 240 7-50 Infotainment System distance and time remaining from the current vehicle position to any of the set waypoints or final destination. Save: Press to save a specific location to the address book. When this symbol is selected, the Show POI: Press to view POI distance and time remaining from information nearby and on route.
Page 241: Destination
Infotainment System 7-51 Hide: Press to hide the POIs from Destination view on the map. To display, go to While destination is not set, press the Map menu, press the Show POI the DEST button to access the Icons menu and press the Show Select Destination screen.
Page 242 7-52 Infotainment System Cross Street Name: Enter a street 3. Enter the city name. The city 7. Press Go located on the name that intersects with the field is automatically selected. confirmation screen if the selected street. information is correct. 4.
Page 243 Infotainment System 7-53 3. Select the street name field. 7. Press Go located on the Point of Interest Enter the street name. Do not confirmation screen if the The POI destination entry allows enter directional information information is correct. selection of a destination by or street type.
Page 244 7-54 Infotainment System A list displays if four or fewer 5. Enter the new state and city. names are available. If there 6. Select a category, then a are more than four, there is a sub-category. match counter with a number The available POI names will of available POI names.
Page 245 Infotainment System 7-55 Previous Destination 4. Press Go located on the Address Book confirmation screen if the Select a destination from a list Choose a destination by selecting information is correct. of previous destinations. Up to an address that has been stored in The route is calculated.
Page 246 7-56 Infotainment System 3. Select the destination from 3. Press the Zoom in/out arrow Lat/Long Coordinates the list. key on the screen and press the Choose a destination based map to locate the destination to 4. Press Go on the confirmation on latitudinal and longitudinal select.
Page 247 Infotainment System 7-57 3. Enter the coordinates for the to use. See Entering an Address Getting Started on the Route destination in degrees, minutes, and Point of Interest, and Storing Several functions can be performed and seconds. Preset Destinations under after a destination has been Overview on page 7 3 for 4.
Page 248 7-58 Infotainment System Voice Prompt Turn List Waypoints Select Voice Volume to change the volume of voice prompts and voice recognition. Select the Voice Guidance, Speech Confirmation Feedback, or Traffic Voice Prompt screen buttons to turn voice prompts on or off for each category.
Page 249 Infotainment System 7-59 3. Enter the waypoint by any of the To delete a waypoint: Route Preview add destination methods. See 1. Press the DEST button. Preview the entire route in either Destination on page 7 51 for direction. 2. Press the Delete Waypoint more information.
Page 250 7-60 Infotainment System Address Entry: Enter a Previous Destinations (Fast Reverse or Forward destination through the Deleting Scroll): Address Entry menu. Press the To delete all previous destinations Press the fast reverse scroll Go screen button. The Save arrow to go to the start point. from the system: screen button displays at the bottom of the screen.
Page 251 Infotainment System 7-61 5. Press the Change Name option. To add a voice tag to an address book entry: 6. Use the alpha keyboard to enter the name. 1. Press the DEST button. 7. Press the OK screen button to 2.
Page 252 7-62 Infotainment System 3. Select the address book entry to Favorite Route To change the route name: be deleted. 1. Select Change Route Name. 1. After the route has been 4. Press the Delete Entry screen planned, press the NAV button 2.
Page 253 Infotainment System 7-63 Menu Screen Button Map Heading Show POI: Press to display POI icons to be shown on the map. Select from a list of six pre-programmed POI sub-categories. Scroll through a list of categories, or select nearby and on route options. Various navigation system settings are available through the Menu screen button.
Page 254: Download
7-64 Infotainment System ® OnStar Destination Using Destination Download Download The OnStar Destination Download lets an OnStar subscriber ask an OnStar Advisor to download a destination to the navigation system. OnStar will send address information and location coordinates of the destination into the navigation In this case, Using Coordinates system.
Page 255 Infotainment System 7-65 Press the Save screen button; Route Guidance Not Active Route Guidance Active the navigation system copies If an OnStar destination is If an OnStar destination is the downloaded destination to downloaded while route guidance downloaded while route guidance is the address book and displays is not active, the navigation system already active, the system displays...
Page 256: Configure Menu
7-66 Infotainment System Previous Destinations Configure Menu Nav (Navigation) Previously downloaded OnStar Press the CONFIG button to Adjust features and preferences destinations are saved under enter the Menu options. Turn the through the Configure Menu. Previous Destinations in the TUNE/MENU knob to scroll through The last selected menu screen navigation system where they the available menu options.
Page 257 Infotainment System 7-67 If activated, traffic information To turn XM NavTraffic on or off: Traffic Icon displays: 1. Press the CONFIG button to When traffic conditions are found Unscheduled traffic incident enter the menu options. Turn in the local area, the Traffic Icon data, such as accidents and the TUNE/MENU knob to scroll appears in the lower left side of...
Page 258 7-68 Infotainment System It could take some time to sort the 2. Scroll down and press the Traffic received information. The list of screen button. A list of traffic traffic conditions displays in the conditions with distance from order of distance from the vehicle, the vehicle s current position for up to approximately 125 km displays.
Page 259 Infotainment System 7-69 Traffic: Press to enable or disable Traffic Flow Status Enables or Traffic flow data arrows display the traffic function. disables the green, yellow, red, and on the map when scaled up to black arrows that display beside the eight miles.
Page 260 7-70 Infotainment System On Route Scrolling to Traffic Events on (Stopped Traffic): Traffic the Map stopped, stop-and-go traffic, delayed and congested traffic. While scrolling the map, the traffic event icons can appear indicating a (Alert): Object on the roadway, traffic event within 125 km (75 mi) disabled vehicle, or dangerous road from current position.
Page 261 Infotainment System 7-71 Traffic Event Information Back, Map, More, and Avoid Traffic Voice Prompts The traffic voice prompt can be turned on and off by selecting Traffic Voice Prompt in Voice Prompt on the CONFIG Nav screen. If the voice prompts are on and an Alert for Approaching Traffic displays, the related voice prompt is provided.
Page 262 7-72 Infotainment System Alternate Route Traffic Condition Symbols When Alternate Route Available The following traffic condition displays, a possible quicker route symbols may display: is available and can be selected to detour around the traffic condition. Press the Yes screen button and the Lane Narrows Road new route is calculated.
Page 263 Infotainment System 7-73 Weather Extended Forecast From the XM Weather Menu Screen, press Along the Route: (where available) Press INFO, then press it again until the Weather screen button is selected or press the Weather screen button. Current Condition Press INFO until the Weather screen button is selected to show the current weather condition in the Enter the weather menu by pressing...
Page 264: System (Gps)
7-74 Infotainment System Display Night: The map background Display: Press Display to turn the darkens. display of the time on the screen on or off. To change the overall brightness setting for the display, use the Global Positioning vehicle interior lighting dimming System (GPS) control.
Page 265: Vehicle Positioning
Infotainment System 7-75 The vehicle changes directions When the vehicle is not receiving Vehicle Positioning more than once, or the vehicle signals from the satellites, a symbol At times, the position of the vehicle is turning on a turn table in a appears on the map screen.
Page 266: Problems With Route
7-76 Infotainment System The route prohibits the entry Problems with Route Ordering Map DVDs of a vehicle due to a regulation Guidance The map data in the vehicle is by time or season or any other regulation which may be given. the most up-to-date information Inappropriate route guidance can available when the vehicle was...
Page 267: Database Coverage
Infotainment System 7-77 Database Coverage Voice Recognition Using Voice Recognition Explanations 1. Press and release the The navigation system's voice steering wheel button. The audio recognition allows for hands-free Coverage areas vary with respect to system mutes, and a beep is operation of the navigation system the level of map detail available for heard.
Page 268 7-78 Infotainment System When the system does not Canceling Voice Recognition Helpful Hints for Speaking recognize the command, Commands 1. Press and release the the system issues an error When multiple commands are message such as pardon steering wheel button to cancel available, choose the command or command not recognized.
Page 269 Infotainment System 7-79 This system is able to recognize Voice Recognition Help Display (help): The system plays commands in different back helpful advice about display To enter the help playback session, languages, such as English, commands, and some common clearly speak one of the help French Canadian, and Spanish.
Page 270 7-80 Infotainment System Display Commands Radio Commands CD/DVD/Disc Commands Display (set) day (mode), Radio AM, radio (band) AM, The following commands are only display (select) day (mode): radio FM, radio (band) FM, available when a CD, MP3, or DVD This command instructs the system radio XM, radio (band) XM: is loaded: to switch the display to day mode.
Page 271 Infotainment System 7-81 General Navigation Commands Point of Interest (POI) Navigation show ATM(s), navigation hide ATM(s): These Commands Feedback on, feedback off: commands instruct the system to This command instructs the The following is a list of POI display and hide ATM POIs on the system to turn on and off the commands.
Page 272 7-82 Infotainment System Destination and Guidance If the destination to be entered is in the displayed state, then say the Commands desired city name. Otherwise, say Navigation (go to) preset Change State and say the state destination (number) (one, two, name the search should take place three, four, five, or six): These in.
Page 273 Infotainment System 7-83 5. Reply with the street name Voice Tag Commands including the suffix (Blvd, Ave, Voice tags are recorded phrases Rd, etc.), when prompted. that can be stored in the navigation The radio might display a system. These voice tags are candidate list with the closest associated with address book matches to the spoken street...
Page 274 7-84 Infotainment System OnStar (if equipped) Command CD/DVD/Disc Commands Navigation hide Radio (CD/DVD/Disc) (dining/restaurant/restaurants) Hands Free: This command Radio (CD/DVD/Disc) select Navigation hide (ATM/ATMs) instructs the system to enter the <track number> Navigation hide (hotel/hotels) OnStar voice recognition system. Navigation hide (airport/airports) See Hands-Free Calling in the General Navigation Commands Navigation hide...
Page 275: Bluetooth
Infotainment System 7-85 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Phone Route (used in conjunction with The system may not work with another command) all cell phones. See Pairing a Next waypoint Bluetooth Phone in this section for more (used in conjunction with information.
Page 276 7-86 Infotainment System Using Voice Recognition 4. Start the pairing process on the Listing All Paired and Connected Phones cell phone that you want to pair. To use voice recognition, press the For help with this process, see The system can list all cell phones button on the steering wheel.
Page 277 Infotainment System 7-87 Connecting to a Different Phone Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command Numbers To connect to a different cell phone, 1. Press . Say Hands Free the Bluetooth system looks for the The system can store up to after the tone.
Page 278 7-88 Infotainment System 3. One at a time, say each number Using the Delete All Name Tags Making a Call Command to store. After each number is Calls can be made using the entered, the system repeats This command deletes all stored following commands: back the number it heard name tags in the Hands-Free...
Page 279 Infotainment System 7-89 Using the Digit Dial Command Once connected, the person called Call Waiting will be heard through the audio The digit dial command allows a Call waiting must be supported on speakers. phone number to be dialed by the cell phone and enabled by the entering the number one at a time.
Page 280 7-90 Infotainment System Three Way Calling Muting a Call To Transfer Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone Three way calling must be During a call, all sounds from inside During a call with the audio in the supported on the cell phone the vehicle can be muted so that the vehicle:...
Page 281 Infotainment System 7-91 Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass thru allows access to Unless information is deleted out the voice recognition commands on of the in vehicle Bluetooth system, The Bluetooth system can send the cell phone.
Page 282 7-92 Infotainment System Pairing a Phone Using the Infotainment System The pairing process can be started by using the controls on the infotainment system. 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob On the cell phone, locate the until Bluetooth displays. Press device named Your Vehicle. the TUNE/MENU knob or press Follow the instructions given on the Bluetooth screen button to...
Page 283 Infotainment System 7-93 Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob 3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob until until Bluetooth displays. Press Device List displays. Press the the TUNE/MENU knob or press TUNE/MENU knob or press the 1. Press the CONFIG button. the Bluetooth screen button to Device List screen button to Turn the TUNE/MENU knob...
Page 284 7-94 Infotainment System Deleting a Paired Phone 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob 3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob until until Bluetooth displays. Press Device List displays. Press the 1. Press the CONFIG button. the TUNE/MENU knob or press TUNE/MENU knob or press the the Bluetooth screen button to Device List screen button to Turn the TUNE/MENU knob...
Page 285 Infotainment System 7-95 Linking to a Different Phone To link to a different phone, the new phone must be in the vehicle and available to be connected to the Bluetooth system before the process is started. 4. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob, 2.
Page 286 7-96 Infotainment System 3. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob until 4. Select the phone to be linked 5. The Phone menu will be Device List displays. Press the and then follow the on-screen displayed with the name TUNE/MENU knob or press the prompts.
Page 287 Infotainment System 7-97 Making a Call Phone Book Press on the infotainment system, to access the Phone Menu. 2. Enter the phone number by pressing the numbers on the The phone book can be accessed keypad. by pressing the Phone Book 3.
Page 288 7-98 Infotainment System Press the TUNE/MENU knob or Call Lists press the appropriate search line to obtain the numbers of the listed persons or places that have been saved. The Phone Book feature also has a search menu that can be accessed The Call Lists selection from the by pressing that option screen Phone Menu screen can be used...
Page 289 Infotainment System 7-99 2. Turn the TUNE/MENU knob, Accepting or Declining an then press this knob or press Incoming Call either Incoming Calls, Outgoing When an incoming call is received, Calls, or Missed Calls. the audio is muted and a ring tone sounds.
Page 290 7-100 Infotainment System Call Waiting Conference Calling Call waiting must be supported on Conference and three-way calling the Bluetooth phone and enabled by must be supported on the Bluetooth the wireless service carrier to work. phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work.
Page 291 Infotainment System 7-101 Ending a Call Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can send numbers during a call. This is used when calling a menu-driven phone system. 1. Press To end a call: 1. Press 2. Select Hang Up. Mute or UnMute a Call 1.
Page 292 7-102 Infotainment System NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 293: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control This provides additional heating and defrost capability obtained Systems by running the engine, even if the high voltage battery is adequately Climate Control Systems Automatic Climate charged. Under these conditions, Automatic Climate Control the engine will start and use fuel. Control System System .
Page 294 Climate Controls Climate Control Buttons A. Temperature Control E. Auto (Automatic Operation) B. Driver and Passenger Heated Rear Window Defogger Seats G. Manual Fan Control C. Defrost D. Climate I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 295 Climate Controls Climate Control Touch Screen The climate mode, fan, air delivery, recirculation, and auto heated seats are controlled by pressing the CLIMATE button on the center stack and viewing information in the center stack display. Climate Mode Operation There are three climate mode settings: Fan Only, ECO, and Comfort.
Page 296 Climate Controls Fan Only Mode: The air This is normal. To prevent cold air Comfort Mode: The vehicle air conditioning and electric heat are from blowing into the interior, turn conditioning and electric heat are off the fan control and select the controlled to reach the best comfort turned off.
Page 297 Climate Controls The air conditioning may also run (Temperature Control): is selected, regardless of the Press to increase or decrease the temperature. climate mode. Auto Defog: The system will Automatic Operation monitor high humidity inside the The system automatically controls vehicle.
Page 298 Climate Controls Manual Operation Air Delivery Mode Control: (Defog): Air is directed to the Press CLIMATE to select the windshield and floor outlets. Clears (Fan Control): Press the Climate touch screen. Press the the windows of fog or moisture. fan control buttons or the touch air delivery mode touch screen screen fan control, to increase or (Defrost): Air is directed to...
Page 299 Climate Controls Pressing this button cancels AUTO (Auto Recirculation): Press the touch screen AUTO or automatic recirculation. Press Press to allow the system to AUTO button. The button color AUTO or AUTO to return to automatically choose the air will change to green when this supply mode for best performance automatic operation;...
Page 300 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger Do not try to clear frost Compressor or other material from the inside (Rear Window Defogger): The vehicle has an electric powered of the front windshield and rear Press to turn the rear window air conditioning compressor. window with a razor blade or defogger on or off.
Page 301 Climate Controls Sensors Humidity Sensor Air Vents The humidity sensor is near the Solar Sensor Use the louvers on the air vents to base of the inside rearview mirror. change the direction of the airflow. The solar sensor is located on top The climate control system uses of the instrument panel, near the Use the thumbwheels near each...
Page 302 8-10 Climate Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 303 Driving and Operating Driving and Shifting Into Park ... . 9-22 Ride Control Systems Shifting out of Park ..9-23 Traction Control Operating Parking over Things System (TCS) .
Page 304: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Fuel Driving Information Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Fuel ......9-57 Avoid unnecessary rapid Gasoline Specifications (U.S. Driving for Better Energy accelerations and decelerations.
Page 305 Driving and Operating Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection Climate Setting Use remote start to heat or cool the interior when the vehicle is plugged Use Normal Mode when possible. Using the heat and air conditioning in to maximize the electric range by systems decreases the energy Sport Mode provides more utilizing electricity from the electrical...
Page 306: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Maintenance Defensive Driving Drunk Driving Always keep the tires properly Defensive driving means always inflated and the vehicle properly WARNING expect the unexpected. The first aligned. step in driving defensively is to wear Drinking and then driving is the safety belt.
Page 307: Control Of A Vehicle
Driving and Operating Alcohol affects four things that Medical research shows that Braking anyone needs to drive a vehicle: alcohol in a person's system See Brake System Warning Light on judgment, muscular coordination, can make crash injuries worse, page 5 24. vision, and attentiveness.
Page 308: Steering
Driving and Operating And, of course, actual stopping braking. Keeping pace with the Steering distances vary greatly with the traffic and allowing realistic following Electric Power Steering surface of the road, whether it is distances eliminates a lot of pavement or gravel; the condition unnecessary braking.
Page 309 Driving and Operating Steering Tips Steering in Emergencies It is important to take curves at a There are times when steering can reasonable speed. be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill Traction in a curve depends on the and find a truck stopped in your condition of the tires and the road lane, or a car suddenly pulls out...
Page 310: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery Turn the steering wheel 8 to 13 cm Skidding (3 to 5 in), about one-eighth turn, In a skid, a driver can lose control of The vehicle's right wheels can drop until the right front tire contacts the vehicle.
Page 311: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Of course, traction is reduced when Driving on Wet Roads WARNING (Continued) water, snow, ice, gravel, or other Rain and wet roads can reduce material is on the road. For safety, Flowing or rushing water creates vehicle traction and affect your slow down and adjust your driving strong forces.
Page 312: Highway Hypnosis
9-10 Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Besides slowing down, other wet Always be alert and pay attention Driving on steep hills or through weather driving tips include: to your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than If you become tired or sleepy, find driving on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 313: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating 9-11 Winter Driving The Antilock Brake System (ABS) WARNING (Continued) improves vehicle stability during Driving on Snow or Ice hard stops on slippery roads, but to slow the vehicle enough to apply the brakes sooner than when Drive carefully when there is maintain speed and control.
Page 314 9-12 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about the vehicle unless there is help carbon monoxide, see Engine Clear away snow from nearby.
Page 315: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-13 If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get WARNING it Out Slowly and cautiously spin the If the vehicle's tires spin at high Turn the steering wheel left and wheels to free the vehicle when speed, they can explode, and right to clear the area around the stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
Page 316: Vehicle Load Limits
9-14 Driving and Operating Vehicle Load Limits Tire and Loading Information WARNING Label It is very important to know Do not load the vehicle how much weight the vehicle any heavier than the can carry. This weight is called Gross Vehicle Weight the vehicle capacity weight Rating (GVWR), or either the and includes the weight of...
Page 317 Driving and Operating 9-15 The Tire and Loading Steps for Determining Correct passengers in your vehicle, Information label shows the Load Limit the amount of available cargo number of occupant seating and luggage load capacity Locate the statement positions (A), and the maximum is 650 lbs (1400 The combined weight of vehicle capacity weight (B) in...
Page 318 9-16 Driving and Operating Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg for Example 2 = 453 kg for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
Page 319 Driving and Operating 9-17 Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Certification Label for the vehicle, or the Gross Loading Information label for Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) specific information about the for either the front or rear axle. vehicle's capacity weight and Spread out heavy loads equally seating positions.
Page 320: Starting And Operating
9-18 Driving and Operating If you put things inside the Starting and WARNING (Continued) vehicle like suitcases, Operating tools, packages, or anything Never stack heavier else they will go as fast as things, like suitcases, New Vehicle Break-In the vehicle goes. If you have to inside the vehicle so that stop or turn quickly, or if there is Notice: The vehicle does not...
Page 321 Driving and Operating 9-19 on. The flashing light will eventually The engine will only start if needed. STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF: If the vehicle did not start, the To turn the vehicle off, push the time out. The POWER button instrument cluster will display a POWER button with the vehicle light is on steady when in ON/RUN...
Page 322: Starting And Stopping The Vehicle
9-20 Driving and Operating 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). 5. If the vehicle must be stopped Notice: The vehicle is designed This can be done while the while driving, press and hold to work with the electronics in vehicle is moving.
Page 323 Driving and Operating 9-21 The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The instrument cluster displays an transmitter must be in the vehicle. active fuel or battery gauge, along Press the brake pedal and push with an audio startup cue, when the vehicle is ready to be driven. and release the POWER button.
Page 324: Retained Accessory
9-22 Driving and Operating Restarting Procedure See Maintenance Modes on Shifting Into Park page 9 28. If the vehicle must be restarted while it is still moving, move the A chime will sound if the driver WARNING shift lever to N (Neutral) and door is opened while the vehicle It can be dangerous to get out of is in ON/RUN.
Page 325: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-23 Leaving the Vehicle with the the shift lever into P (Park), hold Shifting out of Park down the regular brake pedal. Propulsion System On To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle See if you can move the shift lever must be in ON/RUN, the brake away from P (Park) without first WARNING...
Page 326: Parking Over Things
9-24 Driving and Operating If the console shift lever cannot be Parking over Things Electric Vehicle moved out of P (Park): That Burn Operating Modes 1. Apply and maintain the regular brakes. WARNING System Operation 2. Turn the vehicle on using the Things that can burn could touch This vehicle is an Extended Range POWER...
Page 327: Electric Mode
Driving and Operating 9-25 Electric Mode Extended Range Mode In either Electric Mode or Extended Range Mode, when the hood is In Electric Mode, the vehicle does When the vehicle reaches the end open, the engine will run without not use fuel or produce tailpipe of its electric range, it switches turning off if the vehicle is on.
Page 328: Driver Selected Operating
9-26 Driving and Operating Driver Selected Operating At next start, the vehicle will default to the Normal Mode. Drive modes Modes can then be selected again as desired. While driving in Electric or Extended Range Mode, additional operating During some conditions, certain modes can be selected.
Page 329 Driving and Operating 9-27 Sport Mode Mountain Mode Mountain Mode will not change normal vehicle braking performance for steep downhill grades. See Hill and Mountain Roads on page 9 10 and Electric Drive Unit on page 9 32. Press the DRIVE MODE button to select Mountain Mode.
Page 330: Maintenance Modes
9-28 Driving and Operating Press the Drive Mode button again DIC messages indicate reduced Maintenance Modes to return to Normal Mode and it propulsion power, that the engine Engine Maintenance Mode (EMM) becomes active in three seconds. is not available, and the need for fuel or service.
Page 331 Driving and Operating 9-29 During EMM, a DIC message displays to show the EMM percentage complete. If No is selected, the EMM Request screen will appear when the vehicle is next started. The EMM request can be delayed for only one day. If the EMM request was delayed for one day, EMM will automatically Fuel Maintenance Mode (FMM)
Page 332: Engine Exhaust
9-30 Driving and Operating When FMM is needed, the FMM If the FMM request was delayed for Engine Exhaust Request screen appears on the one day, FMM will start at the next center stack display at vehicle start. vehicle start and display the FMM WARNING Notification screen on the center stack display.
Page 333: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating 9-31 Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) WARNING While Parked There are holes or openings It can be dangerous to get out of It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from the vehicle if the electric drive unit propulsion system on.
Page 334: Electric Drive Unit
9-32 Driving and Operating Electric Drive Unit must be fully applied first and then WARNING the shift lever button pressed before The vehicle uses an electric drive shifting from P (Park) when the It is dangerous to get out of the unit.
Page 335: System (Abs)
Driving and Operating 9-33 N (Neutral): In this position, the L (Low): This position reduces Brakes propulsion system does not connect vehicle speed without using the with the wheels. brakes. You can use L (Low) on Antilock Brake hills. It can help control vehicle D (Drive): This position is for System (ABS) speed going down steep mountain...
Page 336 9-34 Driving and Operating ABS can change the brake pressure Using ABS to each wheel, as required, faster Do not pump the brakes. Just hold than any driver could. This can help the brake pedal down firmly and let the driver steer around the obstacle ABS work.
Page 337: Electric Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-35 Electric Parking Brake EPB Apply Releasing the switch during the deceleration will release the parking The EPB can be applied anytime the vehicle is stopped. The EPB is brake. If the switch is held in applied by momentarily lifting up on the up position until the vehicle comes to a stop, the EPB will switch.
Page 338 9-36 Driving and Operating To apply the EPB when this EPB Release Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake light is on, lift up on the switch To release the EPB, place the system and cause premature and hold it in the up position.
Page 339: Regenerative Braking
Driving and Operating 9-37 Regenerative Braking interprets the braking request Ride Control Systems and uses regenerative braking, Regenerative braking takes some of conventional hydraulic braking, or a Traction Control the energy from the moving vehicle combination of both as necessary. and turns it back into electrical System (TCS) Because the controller applies the...
Page 340 9-38 Driving and Operating When the vehicle is started comes on and stays on, reset and begins to move, the system the system: performs several diagnostic checks 1. Stop the vehicle. to ensure there are no problems. The system may be heard or 2.
Page 341: Electronic Stability
Driving and Operating 9-39 Electronic Stability StabiliTrak activates when the computer senses a difference Control (ESC) between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually The vehicle has an Electronic traveling. StabiliTrak selectively Stability Control system called StabiliTrak. It is an advanced applies braking pressure to help steer the vehicle in the intended computer controlled system that...
Page 342: Cruise Control
9-40 Driving and Operating Cruise Control comes on and stays on, reset WARNING the system: The cruise control lets the vehicle Cruise control can be dangerous 1. Stop the vehicle. maintain a speed of about 40 km/h where you cannot drive safely at (25 mph) or more without keeping 2.
Page 343 Driving and Operating 9-41 RES/+ (Resume/Accel): Move 3. Move the thumbwheel down the thumbwheel up to resume toward SET/ and release it. to a previously set speed or to The desired set speed briefly accelerate. appears in the instrument cluster. SET/ (Set/Coast): Move the thumbwheel down to set a speed 4.
Page 344 9-42 Driving and Operating Increasing Speed While Using Reducing Speed While Using Using Cruise Control on Hills Cruise Control Cruise Control How well the cruise control works If the cruise control system is If the cruise control system is on hills depends upon the vehicle already activated: already activated: speed, load, and the steepness...
Page 345: Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist
Driving and Operating 9-43 Ending Cruise Control Object Detection WARNING There are three ways to end cruise Systems control: The Ultrasonic Front and Rear Parking Assist (UFRPA) system Step lightly on the brake pedal; Ultrasonic Parking Assist does not replace driver vision. when cruise control disengages, For vehicles with the Ultrasonic It cannot detect:...
Page 346 9-44 Driving and Operating How the System Works High-toned beeps from the front Objects Detected by Both the Front and Rear Sensors speakers are for objects detected UFRPA comes on automatically near the front bumper. Low-toned If objects are detected at the when the shift lever is moved into beeps from the rear speakers are same time near both the front and...
Page 347 Driving and Operating 9-45 An object was hanging out of the Turning the System On and Off When the System Does Not hatch during the last drive cycle. Seem to Work Properly The UFRPA system can be turned Once the attached object is on and off by pressing the park If UFRPA does not turn on due to a removed, UFRPA will return to...
Page 348: Rear Vision
9-46 Driving and Operating Rear Vision How the System Works WARNING (Continued) Camera (RVC) When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), the image Do not back the vehicle by only The vehicle may have a Rear Vision of the area behind the vehicle looking at the RVC screen, or use Camera (RVC) system.
Page 349 Driving and Operating 9-47 Turning the Rear Vision Camera The error message REAR PARKING Guidelines System On or Off ASSIST SYMBOLS UNAVAILABLE The RVC system has a guideline may display if UFRPA has been To turn the RVC system on or off: overlay that can help the driver align disabled and the symbols have the vehicle when backing into a...
Page 350 9-48 Driving and Operating Rear Vision Camera Error The area displayed by the camera is Messages limited. SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA It does not display objects that SYSTEM: If this message appears are close to either corner or in the center stack display, the under the bumper and can vary system is not receiving information it depending on vehicle orientation or...
Page 351: Plug-In Charging
Driving and Operating 9-49 When the System Does Not Charging Charging Seem To Work Properly Start Charge Plug-In Charging The RVC system may not work properly or display a clear image if: This section explains the process The RVC is turned off. for charging the vehicle's high See Turning the Rear Vision voltage battery.
Page 352 9-50 Driving and Operating In cold weather conditions, ice It is located near the tire sealant may form around the charge port and compressor kit (C). Pull up door. The charge port door may on the charge cord handle (D) not open on the first attempt.
Page 353 Driving and Operating 9-51 End Charge 3. Close the charge port door by pressing firmly in the center to 1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE latch properly. transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert. 4. Unplug the charge cord from the electrical outlet.
Page 354: Delayed Charging Override
9-52 Driving and Operating Delayed Charging Charging Status the windshield. When the vehicle is plugged in and the vehicle power is Override Feedback off, the CSI indicates the following: To temporarily override a delayed Solid Green Vehicle is plugged charge event, unplug the charge in.
Page 355: Charging Status
Driving and Operating 9-53 The system may be thermally Charging Status Sound Action/Reason conditioning the battery during Indicator any of the states above, requiring Solid Green One horn chirp Charging has begun. electrical energy to be transferred to the vehicle. Long Flashing Charging is delayed, Two horn chirps...
Page 356: Charge Cord
9-54 Driving and Operating Charge Cord Charging Status Sound Action/Reason Indicator See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 28 for Charge cord connection None (After Green information regarding Part 15 should be checked. or Yellow CSI None of the Federal Communications See Malfunction Indicator Indication Observed) Commission (FCC) rules and...
Page 357 Driving and Operating 9-55 A portable charge cord used to Charge Cord Status Indicators WARNING charge the vehicle high voltage The charge cord status indicators battery is stored under the rear illuminate green or flashing red to An extension cord should not luggage compartment.
Page 358: Electrical Requirements For Battery Charging
9-56 Driving and Operating A flashing red FAULT (B) indicates a will flash briefly. To change the Electrical Requirements charge cord fault. The charge cord charge level, unplug the vehicle for Battery Charging will attempt to reset automatically. plug from the charge port on the If the flashing red FAULT (B) vehicle and select the desired The AC outlet must have a...
Page 359: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-57 The following are the minimum Fuel requirements for circuits used to Use of the recommended fuel charge this vehicle: is an important part of the proper 120V/15Amp maintenance of this vehicle. 240V/20Amp To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle Charging equipment with a performance, we recommend...
Page 360: Gasoline Specifications (U.s. And Canada Only)
9-58 Driving and Operating Gasoline Specifications California Fuel Fuels in Foreign (U.S. and Canada Only) Requirements Countries At a minimum, gasoline should If the vehicle is certified to meet Never use leaded gasoline or any meet ASTM specification California Emissions Standards, other fuel not recommended in the D 4814 in the United States or it is designed to operate on fuels...
Page 361: Fuel Additives
Driving and Operating 9-59 Fuel Additives Detergent Gasoline. Look for the Gasolines containing oxygenates, TOP TIER label on the fuel pump such as ethers and ethanol, To provide cleaner air, all gasolines to ensure gasoline meets enhanced and reformulated gasolines in the United States are now detergency standards developed might be available in your area.
Page 362: Filling The Tank
9-60 Driving and Operating Some gasolines that are Filling the Tank The fuel system on this vehicle not reformulated for low requires a refueling process to emissions can contain an control evaporative emissions. WARNING octane-enhancing additive To refuel the vehicle: called methylcyclopentadienyl Fuel vapor burns violently and a manganese tricarbonyl (MMT);...
Page 363 Driving and Operating 9-61 4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel WARNING cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks. Close the fuel door. If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the WARNING nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by Fuel can spray out on you notifying the station attendant.
Page 364: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-62 Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill Information WARNING opening before operating the The vehicle is neither designed nor Never fill a portable fuel nozzle.
Page 365: Conversions And Add-Ons
Driving and Operating 9-63 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 Notice: Do not add anything Vehicle on page 3 38 and Adding...
Page 366 9-64 Driving and Operating NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 367 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Cooling System (Engine) . . . 10-18 Headlamp Aiming Cooling System (High Headlamp Aiming ..10-32 Voltage Battery) ... 10-19 Bulb Replacement Cooling System (Power General Information...
Page 368 10-2 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Buying New Tires ... 10-63 Jump Starting Different Size Tires and Tires ......10-48 Jump Starting .
Page 369: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 General Information California Proposition California Perchlorate 65 Warning Materials Requirements For service and parts needs, visit your dealer. You will receive Most motor vehicles, including this Certain types of automotive genuine GM parts and GM-trained one, contain and/or emit chemicals applications, such as airbag and supported service people.
Page 370: Vehicle Care
10-4 Vehicle Care Accessories and Damage to vehicle components When you go to your GM dealer resulting from modifications or and ask for GM Accessories, Modifications the installation or use of non GM you will know that GM-trained and certified parts, including control supported service technicians will Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications,...
Page 371: Lifting The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-5 Lifting the Vehicle Lifting the Vehicle with a Service Jack This vehicle can be lifted with a hoist or a service jack. Do not use WARNING any other type of jack to lift the vehicle. Lifting a vehicle can cause an injury.
Page 372 10-6 Vehicle Care When using a jack to lift the vehicle, WARNING WARNING follow the instructions that came with the jack and be sure to use Getting under a vehicle when it Raising the vehicle with the the correct lifting points to avoid is jacked up is dangerous.
Page 373 Vehicle Care 10-7 There are four points where When lifting the vehicle from the When lifting the vehicle from the the vehicle can be lifted with a rear, place the service jack directly front, place the service jack directly service jack. under the spring seat.
Page 374: Vehicle Checks
10-8 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Doing Your Own Be sure to use the proper High voltage components are nuts, bolts, and other identified by labels. Do not Service Work fasteners. Metric and remove, open, take apart, English fasteners can be or modify these components.
Page 375: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-9 Keep a record with all parts receipts To close the hood: and list the mileage and the date 1. Before closing the hood, check of any service work performed. that all filler caps are properly See Maintenance Records on installed.
Page 376 10-10 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 377 Vehicle Care 10-11 A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank E. Engine Cover. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. and Pressure Cap. See Engine See Jump Starting on Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 10 21. page 10 79. Oil on page 10 12. B.
Page 378: Engine Oil
10-12 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the To ensure proper engine engine oil level at each fuel fill. performance and long life, In order to get an accurate reading, careful attention must be paid the vehicle must be on level ground.
Page 379 Vehicle Care 10-13 Notice: Do not add too much Selecting the Right Engine Oil Notice: Use only engine oil oil. Oil levels above or below that is approved to the dexos Selecting the right engine oil the acceptable operating range specification or an equivalent depends on both the proper oil shown on the dipstick are harmful...
Page 380 10-14 Vehicle Care Use of Substitute Engine Oils if Cold Temperature Operation: dexos is unavailable: In the event In an area of extreme cold, that dexos approved engine oil is where the temperature falls not available at an oil change or below 29°C ( 20°F), an for maintaining proper oil level, SAE 0W-30 oil should be used.
Page 381: Engine Oil Life System
Vehicle Care 10-15 Engine Oil Additives/Engine What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System Oil Flushes Used engine oil contains certain When to Change Engine Oil elements that can be unhealthy for Do not add anything to the oil. This vehicle has a computer system your skin and could even cause The recommended oils with the...
Page 382: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
10-16 Vehicle Care When the system has calculated How to Reset the Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter that oil life has been diminished, Life System See Engine Compartment Overview it indicates that an oil change is Reset the system whenever the on page 10 10 for the location of the necessary.
Page 383 Vehicle Care 10-17 To inspect or replace the air filter: 4. Disconnect the electrical 3. Reconnect the air duct and connector (C). tighten the air duct clamp (B). 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 10 9. 5. Lift the retaining clips (A) from 4.
Page 384: Cooling System (Engine)
10-18 Vehicle Care Cooling System (Engine) If the coolant inside the coolant If there seems to be no leak, surge tank is boiling, do not do with the engine on, check to When it is safe to lift the hood: anything else until it cools down.
Page 385: Cooling System (High Voltage Battery)
Vehicle Care 10-19 Cooling System What to Use (High Voltage Battery) The high voltage battery coolant reservoir in the vehicle is filled During vehicle operation and with a 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL also during charging, the high engine coolant and deionized water. voltage battery cells in the If using this mixture, nothing else vehicle are kept within a normal...
Page 386 10-20 Vehicle Care Cooling System What to Use (Power Electronics and The power electronics and charger modules coolant reservoir in the Charger Modules) vehicle is filled with a 50/50 mixture The power electronics and charger of DEX-COOL engine coolant modules are cooled using the same and deionized water.
Page 387: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-21 Will not damage aluminum parts. Engine Coolant WARNING (Continued) Helps keep the proper engine The engine cooling system in the temperature. vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL With plain water or the wrong Notice: If an improper coolant engine coolant.
Page 388 10-22 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant The coolant level should be at WARNING or above the cold fill line on the The vehicle must be on a level coolant surge tank. If it is not, surface when checking the coolant The electric cooling fans under there could be a leak in the level.
Page 389: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-23 If coolant is needed, add the proper Engine Overheating DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the The vehicle has an indicator to warn coolant surge tank. of engine overheating. If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service help right away.
Page 390: Power Steering Fluid
10-24 Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid Adding Washer Fluid Notice When using concentrated The WASHER FLUID LOW ADD The vehicle is equipped with an washer fluid, follow the FLUID message will appear on electric power steering system. manufacturer's instructions the Driver Information Center No fluid or general maintenance for adding water.
Page 391: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-25 Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Brake Adjustment can cause a brake squeal when Every time the brakes are applied, This vehicle has disc brakes. the brakes are first applied or with or without the vehicle moving, Disc brake pads have built-in wear lightly applied.
Page 392: Brake Fluid
10-26 Vehicle Care Brake Fluid There are only two reasons why WARNING the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, The brake fluid level goes down it can spill on the engine because of normal brake lining and burn, if the engine is hot wear.
Page 393 Vehicle Care 10-27 Checking Brake Fluid After work is done on the brake Notice hydraulic system, make sure the Check brake fluid by looking at the Using the wrong fluid level, with the vehicle running, is brake fluid reservoir. See Engine can badly damage brake in the proper operating range (B) Compartment Overview on...
Page 394: Battery
10-28 Vehicle Care Battery Only a trained service technician DANGER with the proper knowledge and This vehicle has a high voltage tools should inspect, test, or replace Battery posts, terminals, and battery and a standard 12 volt the high voltage battery. See your related accessories contain lead battery.
Page 395: Propulsion System Start
Vehicle Care 10-29 Extended Storage Propulsion System Start 2. Firmly apply both the electric parking brake and the regular Check Remove the 12 volt battery black, brake. See Electric Parking negative ( ) cable from the battery Brake on page 9 35. to keep the 12 volt battery from WARNING running down or use a battery...
Page 396: Electrical Drive Unit Shift
10-30 Vehicle Care Electrical Drive Unit Shift 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. Park Brake and P (Park) See Electric Parking Brake on Lock Control Function Mechanism Check page 9 35. Check Be ready to apply the regular WARNING brake immediately if the vehicle WARNING begins to move.
Page 397: Wiper Blade Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-31 Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Wiper Blade Replacement vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Windshield wiper blades should be your foot on the regular brake, inspected for wear and cracking. set the electric parking brake. See Scheduled Maintenance on To check the electric parking page 11 2 for more information.
Page 398: Headlamp Aiming
10-32 Vehicle Care The vehicle should be placed so Headlamp Aiming To adjust the vertical aim: it is perpendicular to the wall or 1. Open the hood. See Hood on other flat surface. The headlamp aiming system has page 10 9 for more information. been preset at the factory.
Page 399 Vehicle Care 10-33 6. Turn on the low-beam 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw headlamps and place a until the headlamp beam piece of cardboard or something is aimed to the horizontal equivalent in front of the tape line. Turn it clockwise or headlamp not being adjusted.
Page 400: Bulb Replacement
10-34 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Headlamps 3. Remove the bulb socket from the headlamp assembly by Driver Side Headlamps For the proper type of replacement turning it counterclockwise. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on To replace the high/low beam 4. Remove the bulb from the page 10 37.
Page 401: Back-Up Lamps
Vehicle Care 10-35 Passenger Side Headlamps 11. Install the engine air cleaner/filter assembly cover. To replace the high/low beam See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter headlamp: on page 10 16. 1. Open the hood. See Hood on Back-Up Lamps page 10 9. 4.
Page 402: License Plate Lamp
10-36 Vehicle Care 3. Turn the bulb socket License Plate Lamp counterclockwise to remove it To replace one of these bulbs: from the bulb assembly. 4. Pull the bulb from the bulb socket. 5. Push a new bulb straight into the bulb socket.
Page 403: Replacement Bulbs
Vehicle Care 10-37 6. Reinstall the lamp assembly (C) Electrical System Electrical System into the fascia by inserting the Overload left side first. High Voltage Devices and The vehicle has fuses and circuit 7. Push the spring clip side into Wiring breakers to protect against an place.
Page 404: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
10-38 Vehicle Care If there is a problem on the road Windshield Wipers Engine Compartment and a fuse needs to be replaced, Fuse Block If the wiper motor overheats due to the same amperage fuse can be heavy snow or ice, the windshield borrowed.
Page 405 Vehicle Care 10-39 Mini Fuses Usage Ignition Coils/Injectors Empty Empty Rear Defogger (Lower Grid) Empty Empty Heated Mirrors Air Conditioning Control Module Traction Engine Compartment Fuse Block Power Inverter Module Battery A fuse puller is located in the engine Mini Fuses Usage Cabin Heater Pump compartment fuse block.
Page 406 10-40 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Traction Power Run/Crank for Fuel Front Windshield Inverter Module System Control Washer and Transmission Module/Vehicle Right High Beam Control Integration Control Headlamp Module Battery Module Empty Engine Control Vehicle Empty Module...
Page 407 Vehicle Care 10-41 Mini Fuses Usage J Case Usage Mini Relays Usage Fuses Traction Empty Power Inverter Charge Port Door Empty Module Run/Crank Empty Empty Run/Crank for Air Empty Empty Conditioning Control Module/Instrument Empty Run/Crank Cluster/Passenger Antilock Brake Airbag Display/ System Motor Micro Usage...
Page 408: Block
10-42 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left Side) The instrument panel fuse block is on the driver side end of the instrument panel. To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door by pulling out. To reinstall the door, insert the bottom tab first, then push the door back into its original location.
Page 409: Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right Side)
Vehicle Care 10-43 Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Block (Right Side) Empty Empty The instrument panel fuse block is Empty Power Outlet (Inside on the passenger side end of the Floor Console/Rear Body Control instrument panel. To access the of Floor Console) Module 1/Body fuses, open the fuse panel door...
Page 410 10-44 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Body Control Module 2/Body Control Module Electronics/Hatch Lamp/Right Daytime Running Lamp/ Shifter Lock/Switch Backlighting Body Control Module 5/Retained Accessory Power Instrument Panel Fuse Block Relay Control/Right Front Turn Signal A fuse puller is located in the engine Fuses Usage Lamp/Left Rear Stop...
Page 411: Rear Compartment Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-45 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Body Control Empty Empty Module 7/Left Front Empty Empty Turn Signal/Right Empty Rear Stop and Turn Diodes Usage Signal Lamp/Child Empty Security Lock Relay DIODE Empty Empty Control Empty Rear Compartment Fuse Body Control Module 8/Locks Block...
Page 412 10-46 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Passive Start Module Heated Seats (If Equipped) Driver Door Switches (Outside Rearview Mirror/ Charge Port Door Release/Refuel Request/Driver Window Switch) Fuel (Diurnal Valve and Evap. Leak Check Module) Accessory Power A fuse puller is located in the engine Module Cooling Fan Fuses Usage...
Page 413 Vehicle Care 10-47 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Regulated Voltage Empty Empty Control/Ultrasonic Hatch Release Empty Front and Rear Empty Empty Parking Assist (If Equipped) Empty Empty Horn Horn Relays Usage Rear Power Windows Rear Defog Diodes Usage (Upper Grid) Electric Parking DIODE Empty...
Page 414: Wheels And Tires
10-48 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Overloading the tires can Worn or old tires can cause cause overheating as a a crash. If the tread is badly Every new GM vehicle has result of too much flexing. worn, replace them.
Page 415: Winter Tires
Vehicle Care 10-49 Winter Tires See your dealer for details Tire Sidewall Labeling regarding winter tire availability Consider installing winter tires Useful information about a and proper tire selection. Also, see on the vehicle if frequent driving tire is molded into its sidewall. Buying New Tires on page 10 63.
Page 416: Tire Designations
10-50 Vehicle Care (B) TPC Spec (Tire manufacturer and plant code, Tire Designations Performance Criteria tire size, and date the tire Tire Size Specification) Original was manufactured. The TIN is equipment tires designed to molded onto both sides of the The following is an example GM's specific tire performance tire, although only one side may...
Page 417: Tire Terminology And Definitions
Vehicle Care 10-51 (B) Tire Width The three digit (F) Service Description These Aspect Ratio The relationship number indicates the tire section characters represent the load of a tire's height to its width. width in millimeters from index and speed rating of the Belt A rubber coated layer of sidewall to sidewall.
Page 418 10-52 Vehicle Care Curb Weight The weight of a GAWR FRT Gross Axle Maximum Inflation Pressure motor vehicle with standard and Weight Rating for the front axle. The maximum air pressure to optional equipment including the See Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated.
Page 419 Vehicle Care 10-53 Outward Facing Sidewall Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic Treadwear Indicators Narrow The side of an asymmetrical tire tire in which the ply cords that bands, sometimes called wear that has a particular side that extend to the beads are laid at bars, that show across the faces outward when mounted 90 degrees to the centerline of...
Page 420: Tire Pressure
10-54 Vehicle Care Vehicle Capacity Weight Tire Pressure Overinflated tires, or tires The number of designated that have too much air, can Tires need the correct amount seating positions multiplied by result in: of air pressure to operate 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated Unusual wear.
Page 421: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-55 For additional information the vehicle has not been driven Tire Pressure Monitor regarding how much weight for at least three hours or no System more than 1.6 km (1 mi). the vehicle can carry, and an The Tire Pressure Monitor System example of the Tire and Loading Remove the valve cap from the (TPMS) uses radio and sensor...
Page 422 10-56 Vehicle Care As an added safety feature, your has not reached the level to trigger Always check the TPMS malfunction vehicle has been equipped with a illumination of the TPMS low tire telltale after replacing one or more tire pressure monitoring system pressure telltale.
Page 423: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-57 Tire Pressure Monitor A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Operation Information Center (DIC). The low tire pressure warning light and the This vehicle may have a Tire DIC warning message come on Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
Page 424 10-58 Vehicle Care This could be an early indicator that Notice: Tire sealant materials are TPMS Malfunction Light and the air pressure is getting low and not all the same. A non-approved Message needs to be inflated to the proper tire sealant could damage the The TPMS will not function properly pressure.
Page 425 Vehicle Care 10-59 Replacement tires or wheels do The malfunction light and DIC TPMS Sensor Matching not match the original equipment message should go off after Process tires or wheels. Tires and wheels the road tire is replaced and Each TPMS sensor has a unique other than those recommended the sensor matching process identification code.
Page 426 10-60 Vehicle Care There are two minutes to match 6. Use the SELECT knob to 9. Proceed to the passenger the first tire/wheel position, and select YES with the highlighted side front tire, and repeat the five minutes overall to match all selection, and press the procedure in Step 8.
Page 427: Tire Inspection
Vehicle Care 10-61 Tire Inspection Tire Rotation GM recommends that the Tires should be rotated every tires, including the spare, be 12 000 km (7,500 mi). The first inspected for signs of wear or rotation is the most important. damage at least once a month. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2.
Page 428: When It Is Time For New
10-62 Vehicle Care Check that all wheel nuts are Lightly coat the center of the properly tightened. See Wheel wheel hub with wheel bearing Nut Torque under Capacities grease after a wheel change and Specifications on or tire rotation to prevent page 12 2.
Page 429: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-63 The rubber in tires ages over time. Vehicle Storage Buying New Tires This also applies to the spare tire, Tires age when stored normally GM has developed and matched if the vehicle has one, even if it is mounted on a parked vehicle.
Page 430 10-64 Vehicle Care GM's exclusive TPC Spec WARNING WARNING system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact Using bias-ply tires on the Tires could explode during the overall performance of the improper service. Attempting to vehicle may cause the wheel vehicle, including brake system mount or dismount a tire could rim flanges to develop cracks...
Page 431: Different Size Tires And Wheels
Vehicle Care 10-65 The Tire and Loading Information Uniform Tire Quality WARNING Label indicates the original Grading equipment tires on the vehicle. If different sized wheels are used, See Vehicle Load Limits on Quality grades can be found there may not be an acceptable page 9 14, for the label location where applicable on the tire level of performance and safety...
Page 432 10-66 Vehicle Care The grades are molded on the Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C sidewalls of most passenger The treadwear grade is a The traction grades, from car tires. The Uniform Tire comparative rating based highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, Quality Grading (UTQG) on the wear rate of the tire and C.
Page 433: Wheel Alignment And Tire
Vehicle Care 10-67 Temperature A, B, C temperature grade for this tire Wheel Replacement is established for a tire that The temperature grades Replace any wheel that is bent, is properly inflated and not are A (the highest), B, and C, cracked, or badly rusted or overloaded.
Page 434 10-68 Vehicle Care Replace wheels, wheel bolts, WARNING WARNING wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors with new Rust or dirt on a wheel, Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly GM original equipment parts. or on the parts to which it is tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and fastened, can make wheel...
Page 435: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-69 Used Replacement Wheels If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (Continued) This vehicle has a tire sealant and WARNING parts. The area damaged by compressor kit. See Tire Sealant the tire chains could cause and Compressor Kit on page 10 71. Replacing a wheel with a used loss of control and a crash.
Page 436 10-70 Vehicle Care But if there ever is a blowout, here 3. Put the shift lever in P (Park). WARNING are a few tips about what to expect See Shifting Into Park on and what to do: page 9 22. Driving on a flat tire will cause If a front tire fails, the flat tire will 4.
Page 437: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-71 Tire Sealant and If this vehicle has a tire sealant and WARNING compressor kit, there may not be a Compressor Kit spare tire, tire changing equipment, Overinflating a tire could cause and on some vehicles there may not the tire to rupture and you or WARNING be a place to store a tire.
Page 438 10-72 Vehicle Care The kit includes: A. Selector Switch Replacement sealant canisters (Sealant/Air or Air Only) are available at your local dealer. See Removal and Installation of B. On/Off Button the Sealant Canister following. C. Pressure Gauge There is only enough sealant to D.
Page 439 Vehicle Care 10-73 When using the tire sealant Do not remove any objects that and compressor kit during cold have penetrated the tire. temperatures, warm the kit in a 1. Remove the tire sealant and heated environment for five minutes. compressor kit from its storage This will help to inflate the tire location.
Page 440 10-74 Vehicle Care 6. Plug the power plug (H) into the 9. Press the on/off button (B) The pressure gauge (C) may accessory power outlet in the to turn the tire sealant and read higher than the actual tire vehicle. Unplug all items from compressor kit on.
Page 441 Vehicle Care 10-75 11. Press the on/off button (B) 19. Stop at a safe location and to turn the tire sealant and check the tire pressure. compressor kit off. Refer to Steps 1 through 11 under Using the Tire Sealant The tire is not sealed and and Compressor Kit without will continue to leak air until...
Page 442 10-76 Vehicle Care 20. Wipe off any sealant from the If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire wheel, tire, and vehicle. and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard 21. Dispose of the used sealant warning flashers.
Page 443 Vehicle Care 10-77 6. Plug the power plug (H) into the 10. Inflate the tire to the 11. Press the on/off button (B) accessory power outlet in the recommended inflation to turn the tire sealant and vehicle. Unplug all items from pressure using the pressure compressor kit off.
Page 444: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-78 Vehicle Care Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister: 1. Unwrap the sealant hose. 2. Press the canister release button. 3. Pull up and remove the canister. 4. Replace with a new canister which is available from your dealer.
Page 445: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-79 Jump Starting WARNING WARNING Jump starting is connecting jumper Batteries are dangerous and can Electric fans can start up cables between the two vehicles to cause injury. Batteries contain even when the engine is not enable vehicle starting. If the Volt acid and can explode or ignite.
Page 446 10-80 Vehicle Care Jump Starting the Volt Put both vehicles in P (Park) for an automatic transmission or If the Volt won't start, the 12 volt electric drive unit. For a manual battery may be run down. To jump transmission, place the vehicle start the Volt use the underhood in N (Neutral) and set the remote positive (+) and negative ( )
Page 447 Vehicle Care 10-81 6. Check that the jumper cables Notice: If the jumper cables 3. Connect the black negative ( ) do not have loose or missing are connected or removed in jumper cable to the negative ( ) insulation or a shock could the wrong order, electrical battery terminal of the other result and the vehicles could...
Page 448 10-82 Vehicle Care Disconnecting the Jumper Cables Jump Starting Another Vehicle unwanted ground connection that could damage both vehicles' 1. Disconnect the black When using the Volt to jump electrical systems. negative ( ) jumper cable start another vehicle with a from the Volt.
Page 449 Vehicle Care 10-83 4. Locate the positive (+) and 6. Check that the jumper cables Notice: If the jumper cables are negative ( ) terminals on the do not have loose or missing connected or removed in the vehicle with the run down insulation or a shock could wrong order, electrical shorting battery.
Page 450: Towing The Vehicle
10-84 Vehicle Care 3. Connect the black negative ( ) Disconnecting the Jumper Cables Towing jumper cable to the negative ( ) 1. Disconnect the black battery terminal of the Volt. negative ( ) jumper cable Towing the Vehicle Do not let the other end touch from the other vehicle that had anything until the next step.
Page 451 Vehicle Care 10-85 To load a vehicle onto a flatbed carrier: 1. The vehicle must be on a flat surface. 2. The front tires must be properly inflated. If necessary, move a rear tire to the front to replace a flat or damaged tire.
Page 452 10-86 Vehicle Care 7. When the fascia has enough clearance to clear the flatbed, lower the flatbed, and finish pulling the vehicle onto the flatbed. Notice: When using tow straps to If the vehicle is parked off the move the vehicle, damage may shoulder of the road, at an angle occur if the tow straps contact that it cannot be pulled onto a...
Page 453: Recreational Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-87 Recreational Vehicle Here are some important things to Dinghy Towing consider before recreational vehicle Towing towing: Recreational vehicle towing refers to The towing capacity of the towing the vehicle behind another towing vehicle. Read the vehicle such as a motor home. tow vehicle manufacturer's The two most common types of recommendations.
Page 454 10-88 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing from the Front 2. Drive the front wheels onto Dolly Towing from the Rear the dolly. 3. Put the shift lever in P (Park). 4. Set the parking brake and remove the key. 5. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing.
Page 455: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-89 Appearance Care Notice: Machine compounding Protecting Exterior Bright Metal or aggressive polishing on a Parts basecoat/clearcoat paint finish Bright metal parts should be Exterior Care may damage it. Use only cleaned regularly to keep their non-abrasive waxes and polishes Cleaning Exterior luster.
Page 456 10-90 Vehicle Care Front Air Deflector Washing the Vehicle or damage may occur and it would not be covered by the To preserve the finish, keep it clean warranty. by washing it often. Follow all manufacturer directions Do not wash the vehicle in regarding correct product usage, direct sunlight and use a car necessary safety precautions, and...
Page 457 Vehicle Care 10-91 Notice: Conveyor systems on Notice: Chrome wheels and other Windshield and Wiper Blades some automatic car washes could chrome trim may be damaged if Clean the outside of the windshield damage the vehicle. There may the vehicle is not washed after with glass cleaner.
Page 458 10-92 Vehicle Care Tires Finish Damage At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to Any stone chips, fractures, or deep with plain water. Clean any areas clean the tires. scratches in the finish should be where mud and debris can collect.
Page 459: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-93 Interior Care Permanent damage can result Do not clean the interior using the from using cleaners on surfaces following cleaners or techniques: The interior will continue to look for which they were not intended. Never use a knife or any other its best if it is cleaned often.
Page 460 10-94 Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet 3. Start on the outside edge of the Leather soil and gently rub toward the Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft Leather, and lighter colored leather center. Continue cleaning, using brush attachment to remove dust in particular, will need more frequent a clean area of the cloth each and loose dirt.
Page 461 Vehicle Care 10-95 Do not use silicone or wax-based to clean the interior because Care of Safety Belts products, or those containing they can alter the appearance Keep belts clean and dry. organic solvents to clean the by increasing the gloss in a interior because they can alter non-uniform manner.
Page 462: Floor Mats
10-96 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats The original equipment floor WARNING Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove. If a floor mat is the wrong size or vehicle.
Page 463: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information Because of all the different ways people use vehicles, maintenance Maintenance Maintenance needs vary. The vehicle might need intervals, checks, inspections, more frequent checks and services. recommended fluids, and Please read the information under lubricants are necessary to Scheduled Maintenance.
Page 464: Scheduled Maintenance
11-2 Service and Maintenance The proper replacement parts, Scheduled WARNING fluids, and lubricants to use are Maintenance listed in Recommended Fluids Performing maintenance work can and Lubricants on page 11 6 and Required Services be dangerous. Some jobs can Maintenance Replacement Parts on cause serious injury.
Page 465 Service and Maintenance 11-3 Windshield washer fluid level Cooling systems inspection. Body hinges and latches and check. See Washer Fluid on Visually inspect the hoses, key lock cylinders lubrication. page 10 24. pipes, fittings, and clamps. See Recommended Fluids Replace, if needed. and Lubricants on page 11 6.
Page 466 11-4 Service and Maintenance Exhaust system and nearby heat Accelerator pedal check for Every 24 Months or When the shields inspection for loose or damage, high effort, or binding. Change Engine Oil Soon Message damaged components. Replace if needed. Displays See Propulsion System Start Check the sealant expiration Every 24 months or when the...
Page 467 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Your dealer has trained service An Emission Control Service. Every 240 000 km/150,000 mi or every 5 years, whichever occurs technicians who will perform The U.S. Environmental this work and reset the system. Protection Agency or the first If the engine oil life system is California Air Resources Board...
Page 468: Lubricants, And Parts
11-6 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification Engine Oil mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade.
Page 469: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-7 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, Key Lock Cylinders in Canada 10953474). Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, Hood and Hatch Hinges in Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No.
Page 470: Maintenance Records
11-8 Service and Maintenance 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. Maintenance Record Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 471 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Maintenance Record (cont.) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 472 11-10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont.) Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 473: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN Vehicle Identification is 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 474: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 475 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Electric Drive Unit Spark Plug Gap 1.4 L L4 Automatic 0.7 mm (0.027 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 476 12-4 Technical Data NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 477: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-25...
Page 478 That is why we suggest you may reject it and proceed with without further help, in the U.S., following Step One first. any other venue for relief available call the Chevrolet Customer to you. STEP THREE U.S. Owners: Assistance Center at...
Page 479: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre, assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware 1-800-263-3777 (English), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, of its participation in a no-charge 1-800-263-7854 (French), the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 480: Customer Assistance For Text
13-4 Customer Information Canada Mexico, Central America, and Online Owner Center Caribbean Islands/Countries General Motors of Canada Limited Chevrolet Owner Center (U.S.) (Except Puerto Rico and Customer Communication Centre, www.chevyownercenter.com U.S. Virgin Islands) Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive...
Page 481: Gm Mobility Reimbursement
Here are a few of the valuable GM Mobility tools and services you will have Reimbursement Program Chevrolet www.chevrolet.com access to: Chevrolet Merchandise My Showroom: Find and save www.chevymall.com information on vehicles and Help Center www.chevrolet.com/ current offers in your area.
Page 482: Program
Calling for Assistance must present identification the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. before this service is given. When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet and General Motors of have the following information Canada Limited reserve the right to Emergency Tow from a Public ready:...
Page 483 Customer Information 13-7 Flat Tire Change: Service to Services Specific to Canadian pre-authorization, original change a flat tire with the tire detailed receipts, and a copy Vehicles sealant and compressor kit. of the repair orders. Once Fuel Delivery: Reimbursement If the tire has been separated authorization has been received, is approximately $5 Canadian.
Page 484: Program
13-8 Customer Information Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Appointments Program Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, When the vehicle requires To enhance your ownership if you are unable to wait, GM helps warranty service, contact experience, we and our participating to minimize inconvenience by your dealer and request an...
Page 485 Customer Information 13-9 Public Transportation or Fuel Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Reimbursement Information Your dealer may arrange to provide If the vehicle requires overnight you with a courtesy rental vehicle All program options, such as warranty repairs, and public or reimburse you for a rental vehicle shuttle service, may not be available transportation is used instead...
Page 486: Collision Damage Repair
13-10 Customer Information Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses Repair Facility in prior crashes. In most cases, GM also recommends that you If the vehicle is involved in a the parts being recycled are from choose a collision repair facility that collision and it is damaged, undamaged sections of the vehicle.
Page 487 Customer Information 13-11 Vehicle license plate number. Some insurance companies will If a Crash Occurs not specify aftermarket collision Vehicle make, model, and If there has been an injury, call parts. When purchasing insurance, model year. emergency services for help. Do not we recommend that you ensure that leave the scene of a crash until all Vehicle Identification...
Page 488: Service Publications Ordering Information
13-12 Customer Information Managing the Vehicle Damage initially value the repair using Service Publications aftermarket parts. Discuss this with Repair Process Ordering Information the repair professional, and insist In the event that the vehicle requires on Genuine GM parts. Remember, Service Manuals damage repairs, GM recommends if the vehicle is leased, you may...
Page 489: Trademarks And License
Customer Information 13-13 Owner Information Current and Past Models Trademarks and License Agreements Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. information about the vehicle.
Page 490 13-14 Customer Information www.vod.divx.com with this code to complete the registration process and learn more about DivX VOD. ® ® DivX , DivX Certified Manufactured under license from associated logos are registered Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are double-D symbol are trademarks used under license.
Page 491 Customer Information 13-15 Explicit Language Notice: Channels any of its content. Furthermore, the with frequent explicit language are AMBER voice compression software indicated with an XL preceding the included in this product is protected channel name. Channel blocking is by intellectual property rights available for XM Satellite Radio including patent rights, copyrights, receivers by notifying XM at:...
Page 492 13-16 Customer Information See the Gracenote website for a non-exhaustive list of applicable Gracenote patents. Gracenote and CDDB, MusicID, Media VOCS, the Gracenote logo and logotype, and the Powered by Gracenote logo are either registered trademarks This product incorporates copyright Music and video recognition or trademarks of Gracenote in protection technology that is...
Page 493 Customer Information 13-17 ® Gracenote End User License YOU AGREE NOT TO USE OR The Gracenote service uses a EXPLOIT GRACENOTE DATA, unique identifier to track queries This application or device contains THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE, for statistical purposes. software from Gracenote, Inc. of OR GRACENOTE SERVERS, Emeryville, California ( Gracenote ).
Page 494 13-18 Customer Information No warranty is made that the Map End User License END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT Gracenote Software or Gracenote Agreement PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT Servers are error-free or that CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE © 2010 Tele Atlas North America, functioning of Gracenote Software NAVIGATION SYSTEM.
Page 495 Customer Information 13-19 LICENSE GRANT DATABASE, except for the LIMITATIONS ON USE license to use the DATABASE DENSO CORPORATION The DATABASE is restricted for use according and subject to the ( DENSO ), as a licensed distributor in the specific system for which it terms and conditions of this of the DATABASE, grants to you was created.
Page 496 13-20 Customer Information DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARNINGS WARRANTIES IS AN ESSENTIAL THE DATABASE IS PROVIDED The DATABASE comprises facts CONDITION OF THIS ON AN AS IS AND WITH ALL and information from government AGREEMENT. FAULTS BASIS AND DENSO AND and other sources reflecting TANA (AND THEIR LICENSORS circumstances in existence before...
Page 497 Customer Information 13-21 U.S. GOVERNMENT RIGHTS FAR 12.212 (commercial item DATABASE from public disclosure acquisitions), as applicable. In case and to consider the DATABASE If you are an agency, department, of conflict between any of the exempt from any statute, law, or other entity of the United States FAR and DFARS provisions listed regulation, or code, including any...
Page 498 13-22 Customer Information END USER NOTICE 2. Limitations on Use 4. Disclaimer of Warranty PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE Except to the extent explicitly EXCEPT AS STATED CAREFULLY BEFORE USING permitted by mandatory laws, HEREIN, INFOUSA MAKES THIS NAVIGATION SYSTEM. you may not extract or re-utilize NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED any portion of the contents of WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,...
Page 499 Customer Information 13-23 END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT No Warranty This information Disclaimer of Liability: DENSO is provided to you as is, and you SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU Personal Use Only You agree agree to use it at your own risk. FOR ANY CLAIM, DEMAND OR to use this information for solely DENSO and its licensors (and their...
Page 500: Open Source Information
13-24 Customer Information Indemnity You agree to END USER NOTICE Reporting Safety indemnify, defend and hold The marks of companies displayed Defects DENSO and its licensors (including by this product to indicate business their respective licensors, suppliers, locations are the marks of their Reporting Safety Defects assignees, subsidiaries, affiliated respective owners.
Page 501: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Vehicle Safety Hotline safety defect, notify Transport Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 Canada immediately, and notify Chevrolet Motor Division (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); General Motors of Canada Limited. Chevrolet Customer Assistance go to http://www.safercar.gov; or Call them at 1-800-333-0510 or...
Page 502: Vehicle Data Recording And Privacy
13-26 Customer Information Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances Recording and This vehicle has an Event Data in which crashes and injuries occur. Recorder (EDR). The main purpose Privacy Important: EDR data is recorded of an EDR is to record, in certain by the vehicle only if a non-trivial crash or near crash-like situations,...
Page 503: Onstar
Customer Information 13-27 ® GM will not access this data or OnStar Radio Frequency share it with others except: with the Identification (RFID) If the vehicle is equipped with an consent of the vehicle owner or, active OnStar system, that system if the vehicle is leased, with the RFID technology is used in some may also record data in crash...
Page 504: Statement
13-28 Customer Information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS 210/220/310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 505 INDEX Airbags Audio Players Passenger Status Indicator . . .5-20 CD/DVD ..... .7-18 Accessories and Readiness Light ....5-19 MP3 .
Page 506 INDEX Brake System Warning Light . . . 5-24 Camera, Rear Vision ..9-46 Child Restraints Brakes ......10-25 Canadian Vehicle Owners .
Page 507 INDEX Coolant Drive Unit Engine ..... . 10-21 Electric ..... . .9-32 Damage Repair, Collision .
Page 508 INDEX Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ... 10-16 Electric Drive Unit ... . . 9-32 Filter, Check and Service Engine Electric Drive Unit Engine Air Cleaner .
Page 509 INDEX Fuel (cont.) Gauges (cont.) Headlamps (cont.) Low Fuel Warning Light ..5-28 Speedometer ....5-15 Flash-to-Pass ....6-2 Requirements, California .
Page 510: Traction Control System
INDEX Lights Airbag Readiness ... . .5-19 Immobilizer ....2-14 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..10-49 Antilock Brake System Infants and Young Children, Lamp Messages .
Page 511 INDEX Locks Menu Mirrors Automatic Door ....2-11 Configure .....7-66 Automatic Dimming Delayed Locking .
Page 512: Perchlorate Materials
INDEX Ordering Personalization Map DVDs ....7-76 Vehicle ..... . .5-53 Navigation Service Publications .
Page 513: Roadside Assistance
INDEX Proposition 65 Warning, Recreational Vehicle Retained Accessory California ..... 10-3 Towing ..... . 10-87 Power (RAP) .
Page 514 i-10 INDEX Safety Defects Reporting Service (cont.) Starting the Vehicle Canadian Government ..13-25 Maintenance Records ..11-8 Messsages ....5-52 Maintenance, General General Motors .
Page 515 INDEX i-11 Tires (cont.) Uniform Tire Quality Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-4 Ultrasonic Parking Assist ..9-43 Grading ....10-65 Theft-Deterrent Systems .
Page 516 i-12 INDEX Vehicle Care Wheels Storing the Tire Sealant Alignment and Tire and Compressor Kit ..10-78 Balance ....10-67 Tire Pressure .

Chevrolet 2011 Volt Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

In Brief

Satellite Radio

Radio(S)

Windows

Anti-Theft Alarm System

Vehicle Security

Immobilizer

Convex Mirrors

3-1 Seats and Airbag System Child Restraints

Front Seats

Safety Belts

Controls

Lighting

Infotainment System

Table of Contents

Onstar Destination

Global Positioning

Voice Recognition

Phone

Driving and

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Shifting into Park

Shifting out of Park

Parking over Things

System Operation

Extended Range Mode

Electric Mode

Driver Selected Operating

Maintenance Modes

Engine Exhaust

Running the Vehicle While

Electric Drive Unit

Electric Parking Brake

Ride Control Systems Traction Control

Regenerative Braking

Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist

Conversions and Add-Ons

Quick Links

Chapters

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Summary of Contents for Chevrolet 2011 Volt