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Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual - 2011

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Climate Controls

Vehicles With Air Conditioning

A. Temperature Control

B. Bi-level Air Mode

C. Floor Air Mode

D. Vent Air Mode

E. Fan Control

Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped)

G. Rear Window Defogger

H. Recirculation

Defog

Air Conditioning

K. Defrost

(Fan Control):

Turn to increase

or decrease the fan speed.

Temperature Control:

Turn to

increase or decrease the
temperature.

Air Delivery Mode Control:

change the current mode, press one
of the following:

(Vent):

Air is directed to the

instrument panel outlets.

(Bi-level):

Air is directed to the

instrument panel outlets and the
floor outlets.

(Floor):

Air is directed to the

floor outlets.

(Defog):

Clears the windows of

fog or moisture. Air is directed to the
windshield and floor outlets.

(Defrost):

Clears the

windshield of fog or frost more
quickly. Air is directed to the
windshield and side window outlets.

For best results, clear all snow and
ice from the windshield before
defrosting.

Do not drive the vehicle until all the
windows are clear.

Air Conditioning

(Air Conditioning, If

Equipped):

Press to turn the

air conditioning on or off. If the
fan is turned off or the outside
temperature falls below freezing, the
air conditioning compressor will
not work.

(Recirculation, If Equipped):

Press to turn on the recirculation.
An indicator light comes on. Air is
recirculated inside the vehicle.
It helps to quickly cool the air inside
the vehicle or prevent outside air
and odors from entering.

Summary of Contents for 2011 Cruze

Page 1: ...nd Indicators 5 7 Information Displays 5 24 Vehicle Messages 5 27 Vehicle Personalization 5 34 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 5 Lighting Features 6 6 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 11 Audio Players 7 18 Phone 7 23 Climate Controls 8 1 Climate Control Systems 8 1 Air Vents 8 6 Driving and Operating 9 1 Driving Information 9 2 Starting and Operating 9 17 Eng...

Page 2: ...neral Information 11 1 Scheduled Maintenance 11 2 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 6 Maintenance Records 11 9 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects 13 13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 14 Index i 1 ...

Page 3: ...er to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of th...

Page 4: ...njury or death WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols...

Page 5: ...Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monito...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ...el Adjustment 1 11 Interior Lighting 1 11 Exterior Lighting 1 12 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 14 Transmission 1 15 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 16 Satellite Radio 1 17 Portable Audio Devices 1 17 Bluetooth 1 17 Steering Wheel Controls 1 18 Cruise Control 1 18 Navigation System 1 19 Driver Information Center DIC 1 19 Power Outlets 1 19 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control S...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...

Page 9: ...nt on page 7 1 Satellite Radio on page 7 13 If Equipped J Infotainment Display Screen K Light Sensor See Automatic Headlamp System on page 6 3 L Passenger Airbag See Where Are the Airbags on page 3 27 M Hood Release See Hood on page 10 4 N Data Link Connector DLC See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 13 O Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10 41 P Cruise Control on page 9 36 Q Steering Wheel A...

Page 10: ... about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle For more detailed information refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter will work up to 20 m 65 ft away from the vehicle RKE Transmitter with Remote Start Shown Press the key release button to extend the key...

Page 11: ... long as the engine is running The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes Repeat the steps for a 10 minute time extension Remote start can be extended only once Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning...

Page 12: ...n the rear doors The LED will turn off If the LED flashes the feature may not be working properly See Safety Locks on page 2 7 Seat Adjustment Manual Front Seats To adjust a manual seat 1 Pull the handle at the front of the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place Seat Height Adjuster If available mo...

Page 13: ... the seatback 1 Lift the lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback returns to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is loc...

Page 14: ...n page 3 4 Rear Seats The rear seatbacks can be folded For detailed instructions see Rear Seats on page 3 8 Heated Seats On vehicles with heated front seats the controls are on the center console The engine must be running to operate the heated seats Press L or M to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback Press the control once for the highest setting With each press of the control ...

Page 15: ... Belts Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts on page 3 9 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3 13 Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 18 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 49 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag United States Canada The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger front...

Page 16: ...er Mirrors on page 2 12 If the vehicle has heated mirrors see Heated Mirrors on page 2 12 Vehicles with a manual mirror adjustment have controls next to each mirror See Manual Mirrors on page 2 11 Interior Adjust the inside rearview mirror by moving it up and down or side to side Adjust the mirror to avoid glare from the headlamps behind you Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nig...

Page 17: ...lever A up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamp controls are located in the overhead console Press to turn the lamps off even when a door is open H Press to turn the lamps on automatically when a door is opened Press to turn on the dome lamps Reading Lamps The reading lamps are located in the overhead console ...

Page 18: ... Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic light control off or on again AUTO Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness together with the parking lamps taillamps license plate lamps side marker lamps and instrument panel lights Turns on the parking lamps taillamps license plate lamps side marker lamps and instrument panel lights 5 Turns on the headlamps parking lamps tail...

Page 19: ...nd up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes 9 Turns the windshield wipers off 3 Single wipe briefly move the wiper lever down Several wipes hold the wiper lever down Windshield Washer Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached See Winds...

Page 20: ...de D Vent Air Mode E Fan Control F Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped G Rear Window Defogger H Defog I Defrost Vehicles With Air Conditioning A Temperature Control B Bi level Air Mode C Floor Air Mode D Vent Air Mode E Fan Control F Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped G Rear Window Defogger H Recirculation I Defog J Air Conditioning K Defrost Automatic Climate Control System A...

Page 21: ...t an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission To use the DSC feature 1 Move the shift lever from D Drive to the left into the or manual position 2 Press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward to downshift An M and the current gear will be displayed in the Driver Information Center DIC See Manual Mode on page 9 28 Up Shift Light If the vehicle has a manual transmission it wil...

Page 22: ...ored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set To store the station to a position in the list press the corresponding numeric button 1 to 6 until a beep is heard For more information see Storing a Station as a Favorite in AM FM Radio on page 7 11 Setting the Clock Adjusting the Time 1 Press the CONFIG button and select Time Settings 2 Select Set Time 3 Turn the ME...

Page 23: ...tion see Satellite Radio on page 7 13 Portable Audio Devices This vehicle may have a 3 5 mm 1 8 in auxiliary input and a USB port located in the center console External devices such as iPods laptop computers MP3 players CD changers and USB storage devices may be connected depending on the audio system For more information see Auxiliary Devices on page 7 20 Bluetooth The Bluetooth system allows use...

Page 24: ...reject an incoming call or to end a current call _ SRC Press _ or to select a radio band or audio source Press _ or to select the next or previous favorite radio station CD DVD track chapter or MP3 track x Press to increase or to decrease the volume For more information see Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 Cruise Control 5 Press to turn the cruise control system on and off RES Move the thumbwhe...

Page 25: ...ter It shows the status of many vehicle systems The controls for the DIC are located on the turn signal lever A SET CLR Press to set or clear the menu item when it is displayed B w x Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the items in each menu C MENU Press to get to the Trip Fuel Menu and the Vehicle Information Menu This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC...

Page 26: ...ehicle in difficult driving conditions The system is on when the vehicle is started To turn off both Traction Control and StabiliTrak press and hold g until g and i illuminate and the appropriate DIC message displays See Vehicle Messages Canada Base Level on page 5 27 or Vehicle Messages Canada Uplevel and United States on page 5 28 Press g again to turn on both systems For more information see St...

Page 27: ...e Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON DIC message or Code 82 DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter Remember the Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other tha...

Page 28: ...nce Program U S 1 800 243 8872 TTY Users 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program This program provides technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day 365 days a year to give minor repair information or make towing arrangements For more information see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13...

Page 29: ...avigation and Hands Free Calling are available on most vehicles Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles For more information see the OnStar Owner s Guide visit www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or push the Q button to speak with an OnStar Advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week For a full description of OnSta...

Page 30: ...hone network congestion or jamming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 16 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS 210 220 310 OnStar Steering Wheel Controls This vehicle may have a b g i Talk Mute button that can be used to interact with OnStar Hands Free calling See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 for more inf...

Page 31: ...Door Locks 2 7 Automatic Door Locks 2 7 Safety Locks 2 7 Doors Trunk 2 8 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 9 Vehicle Alarm System 2 9 Immobilizer 2 10 Immobilizer Operation 2 10 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 11 Manual Mirrors 2 11 Power Mirrors 2 12 Folding Mirrors 2 12 Heated Mirrors 2 12 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 12 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 13 Windows Windows 2 1...

Page 32: ... could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks Press the key release button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key blade Press the button and the key blade to retract the key See your dealer if a new key is n...

Page 33: ... for service Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation The Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter will work up to 20 m 65 ft away from the vehicle Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 3 RKE Transmitter With Remote Start Shown The following may be available Q Lock Press to lock all doors The turn signal indicators may flash and o...

Page 34: ...vehicles with this feature press Q and then press and hold to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 for additional information Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer When t...

Page 35: ...uirements There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 3 for additional information Starting the Engine Using Remote Start To start the engine using the remote start feature 1 Press Q on the RKE transmitter 2 Press and hold for about two seconds The turn signal lamps will briefly flash to confirm the command was receiv...

Page 36: ...arning flashers are on The malfunction indicator lamp is on The engine coolant temperature is too high The oil pressure is low Two remote vehicle starts or a single remote start with an extension have already been used The vehicle is not in P Park Door Locks WARNING Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle The chance ...

Page 37: ...he door handle Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door Power Door Locks The power door lock switches are located on the instrument panel Q Lock Press to lock the doors K Unlock Press to unlock the doors Automatic Door Locks Automatic Door Lock The doors are programmed to automatically lock when the shift lever is moved out of P Park The automatic door lock feature cannot be disabled Autom...

Page 38: ...ass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Continued WARNING Continued Adjust the Climate Control sys...

Page 39: ...to open the trunk from the inside There is an emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk The release handle can be accessed by folding the rear seatback See Rear Seats on page 3 8 Pull the release handle to open the trunk from the inside Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make it impossible to steal Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has a th...

Page 40: ...This vehicle has a passive theft deterrent system The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the key is removed from the ignition The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is started with the correct key The key uses a transponder that matches an immobilizer control unit in the vehicle and automatically disarms the system Onl...

Page 41: ...ey or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors WARNING A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on the right Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The passenger side mirror is co...

Page 42: ...an be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold pull the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors The vehicle may have heated mirrors Rear Window Defogger Press to heat the outside rearview mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 3 for more information Inte...

Page 43: ...ide for more information about the services OnStar provides Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Windows WARNING Leaving children helpless adults or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a he...

Page 44: ...operation of the windows The power window switches on the driver door control all four windows The passenger doors have a window switch that controls that window Push the switch down to open the window Pull the front of the switch up to close it The switches work when the ignition is in ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or in Retained Accessory Power RAP See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 21 Express Wi...

Page 45: ...partially pulled up position will cause the window to stop Release of the switch from the fully pulled up position will activate the express up and related obstacle detection features Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged disconnected or is not working you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express up feature to work Before reprogramming...

Page 46: ... still be raised or lowered using the driver window switches when the lockout feature is active To restore power to the rear windows press the button again The light on the button goes out If the light flashes the feature may not be working properly Overload Feature If the windows are operated repeatedly in short intervals the window operation is disabled for a short time Sun Visors Pull the sun v...

Page 47: ...the movement press the switch again To automatically tilt or close the sunroof press the tilt open or close sunroof switch B If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in...

Page 48: ...izing the Sunroof If the sunroof cannot be fully closed or the express open or close feature does not function the sunroof may need to be initialized This can happen if the battery has been disconnected or the sunroof has been serviced To initialize the sunroof 1 Press the close sunroof switch to the first detent position Hold the switch in this position for 10 seconds after the sunroof has fully ...

Page 49: ...ystem Airbag System 3 25 Where Are the Airbags 3 27 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 29 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 30 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 31 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 3 31 Passenger Sensing System 3 33 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 38 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 38 Airbag System Check 3 39 Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash 3 4...

Page 50: ...ll occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the hea...

Page 51: ...a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 49 Front Seats Seat Adjustment WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver seat only when the veh...

Page 52: ...f available move the lever up or down to raise or lower the front of the seat cushion Power Seat Adjustment To adjust the power driver seat if equipped Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up or down...

Page 53: ...pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked To recline the seatback 1 Lift the lever If necessary move the safety belt out of the way to access the l...

Page 54: ...o their job when reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries Continued WARNING Continued The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could caus...

Page 55: ...ack Press the control once for the highest setting With each press of the control the heated seat will change to the next lower setting and then the off setting Three lights indicate the highest setting and one light the lowest The passenger seat may take longer to heat up Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside the heated seats can be turned on automatically during a remote vehicle star...

Page 56: ...er the safety belt and pull the lever to release the seatback 3 Fold the seatback forward To raise the seatback WARNING A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and ...

Page 57: ...ries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle You and your passenger s can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passenger s are restrained properly too WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a...

Page 58: ... In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without safety belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Pu...

Page 59: ...Manual 2011 Seats and Restraints 3 11 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel or the safety belts ...

Page 60: ...down Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far f...

Page 61: ...nts who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the t...

Page 62: ...will not give as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body Q What is wrong with this A The lap belt is too loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way ...

Page 63: ...n fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs Q What is wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle 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 The belt forces would be there not on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries ...

Page 64: ...goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests Q What is wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times ...

Page 65: ...rnal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Q What is wrong with this A The belt is behind the body 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 You might als...

Page 66: ...houlder belt The following instructions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to ...

Page 67: ...kled if necessary If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster move it to the height that is right for you See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information 4 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Before a door is close...

Page 68: ...adjuster can be moved up by pushing the slide trim up After the adjuster is set to the desired position try to move it down without pushing the release button to make sure it has locked into position 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 c...

Page 69: ... older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide if equipped for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat To install a comfort guide to the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat 2 Place the guide over the belt ...

Page 70: ... 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 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it The belt should be close to but not contacting the neck 5 To remove and store the comfor...

Page 71: ...o in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the...

Page 72: ... death in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of safety belts may not be necessary But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or...

Page 73: ...ated directly behind the right front passenger All of the airbags in the vehicle will have the word AIRBAG embossed in the trim or on an attached label near the deployment opening For frontal airbags the word AIRBAG will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger With knee airbags the word AIRBAG will appear on the lower...

Page 74: ...lose to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag as you would be if you were sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear a safety belt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle Occ...

Page 75: ...tem for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 11 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side The driver knee airbag is below the steering column The front passenger knee airbag is ...

Page 76: ...osest to the door WARNING If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury Continued WARNING Continued or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or ne...

Page 77: ...eforms the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straigh...

Page 78: ...ply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal airbags inflation is determined by what the vehicle hits the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down For seat mounted side impact and roof rail airbags deployment is determined by the location and severity of the side impact In a rollover event roof rail airbag deployment is determined by...

Page 79: ...nts in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows The rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events although no system can prevent all such ejections But airbags would not help in many types of collisions primarily because the occupant s motion is not toward those airbags See When Should an Airbag Inflate on ...

Page 80: ...cle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing Continued WARNING Continued problems following an airbag deployment you should seek medical attention The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors turn on the interior lamps turn on the hazard warning flashers and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate You can ...

Page 81: ... records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on page 13 14 and Event Data Recorders on page 13 15 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position The passe...

Page 82: ...iding in a booster seat and children who are large enough using safety belts A label on the sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the ...

Page 83: ...ee Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 12 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on may inflate the right front passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit...

Page 84: ...Child Restraints Front Passenger Seat on page 3 58 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion 6 Restart the vehicle If the on indicator is s...

Page 85: ...n position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety Belts and Child Restraints in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massag...

Page 86: ... anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change the vehicle s frame bumper system height front end or side sheet metal they may keep the airbag system from working properly Changing or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module steering wheel instrument panel ro...

Page 87: ...airbag system A If you have questions call Customer Assistance The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 13 1 In addition your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring Airbag Sy...

Page 88: ...s are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See your dealer for service If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving the airbag system may not work properly Have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Rea...

Page 89: ...belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should...

Page 90: ...usly injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never do this Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck inj...

Page 91: ...ildren to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Children who are not restrained p...

Page 92: ...ild restraints which are purchased by the vehicle owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchas...

Page 93: ...aints WARNING A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a ...

Page 94: ...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 instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle Child res...

Page 95: ...hild restraints In the U S refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station For CPST availability in Canada check with Transport Canada or the Provincial Ministry of Transportation office Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not ...

Page 96: ...restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 33 for additional information When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle Child restr...

Page 97: ...alling a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether anchor In order to use the LATCH system in the vehicle you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to ...

Page 98: ...y have a single tether A or a dual 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 attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached ...

Page 99: ...sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed 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 According to accident statistics...

Page 100: ...can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Buckle any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock if your vehicle has one after the child restraint has been installed Notice Do not let the LATCH attachments rub ...

Page 101: ...nstallation of the child restraint the head restraint may be removed See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation at the end of this section 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the child restraint ...

Page 102: ...r in the center seating position without a headrest or the rear outboard head restraint has been removed route the single tether over the seatback If you are using a dual tether in the center seating position without a headrest or the rear outboard head restraint has been removed route the dual tether over the seatback 3 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held i...

Page 103: ...or additional information 2 Press both buttons on the head restraint posts at the same time and pull up on the head restraint 3 Store the head restraint in the trunk of the vehicle 4 When the child restraint is removed reinstall the head restraint before the seating position is used WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly there is a greater chance that occupants w...

Page 104: ...nd it was being used during a crash new LATCH system parts may be needed New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle If the child restr...

Page 105: ... If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint the head restraint may be removed See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 49 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will ...

Page 106: ... attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it If the head restraint was removed reinstall it before the seating position is...

Page 107: ...ce even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 33 for additional information If the child restraint has the...

Page 108: ...airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 12 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pos...

Page 109: ...and 6 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 When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbags are off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come o...

Page 110: ...Black plate 62 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 3 62 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES ...

Page 111: ...2 Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs 4 2 Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage There may be a storage compartment on the instrument panel Pull the handle to open Glove Box Open the glove box by lifting up on the lever Cupholders Two cupholders are in the center console Cupholders may be located in the second row seat armrest To access pull the armrest down ...

Page 112: ... up on the latch and slide the center console armrest to adjust the position Return the armrest to the rear position to access the storage area There may be an auxiliary jack outlet and a USB port located in the center console See Auxiliary Devices on page 7 20 Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs On the driver side in the rear compartment is a retainer to hang light items on ...

Page 113: ...t 5 17 Up Shift Light 5 18 Power Steering Warning Light 5 18 Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Light 5 18 Traction Off Light 5 19 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 19 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 19 Tire Pressure Light 5 20 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 21 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 21 Security Light 5 22 Reduced Engine Power Light 5 22 High Beam On Light 5 22 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Ligh...

Page 114: ...ion 5 34 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever A down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Push the lever A up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adju...

Page 115: ...orn Press near the horn symbols or press on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper lever is on the side of the steering column With the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed 2 Fast wipes 1 Slow wipes Adjustable Interval Wipes Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipe...

Page 116: ...id on page 10 22 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir WARNING In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Compass The vehicle may have a compass display in the Driver Information Center DIC The compass receives its heading and other information from the Global Po...

Page 117: ...fter adjusting the minutes Setting the 12 24 Hour Format 1 Press the CONFIG button and select Time Settings 2 Highlight 12 24 Hour Format 3 Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player There is one accessory power outlet located on the center f...

Page 118: ...le To activate the cigarette lighter push it into the heating element and let go When the lighter is ready it will pop back out Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is...

Page 119: ...hen there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving or when one of the gauges sho...

Page 120: ...Black plate 8 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 5 8 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission Cluster Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 121: ... how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 24 for more information Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Notice If the engine is operated with the tachometer in the shaded warning area the vehicle ...

Page 122: ...he ignition is turned off Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature If the indicator needle moves to the hot side of the gauge toward the H or shaded area the engine is too hot If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions pull off the road stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt...

Page 123: ... laptop or other electronic device To turn off the warning light and or chime remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensor the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag S...

Page 124: ...senger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag are enabled may inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger f...

Page 125: ...tery If a short distance must be driven with the light on be sure to turn off all accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems It ensures that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a c...

Page 126: ...ories and Modifications on page 10 3 This light comes on during a malfunction in one of two ways Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle Diagnosis and service might be required To prevent more serious damage to the vehicle Reduce vehicle speed Avoid hard accelerations Avoid steep uphill g...

Page 127: ...rand used It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off See Recommended Fuel on page 9 40 If none of the above have made the light turn off your dealer can check the vehicle The dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state pr...

Page 128: ...condition exists that may require the vehicle to be taken in for service Vehicles not equipped with a light display a SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message See Service Vehicle Messages on page 5 32 for more information If the light comes on take the vehicle to your dealer for service as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits If one circuit is...

Page 129: ...ystem ABS Warning Light The Antilock Brake System ABS light comes on briefly when the engine is started If the light does not come on have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem If the ABS light comes on and stays on while driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Start the engine again to reset the system If the light stays on after driving at a speed above 20...

Page 130: ... dealer If this light stays on or comes on while driving the system may not be working If this happens see your dealer for service Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Light For vehicles equipped with this light it comes on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON RUN and then turns off Vehicles not equipped with the light display a SERVICE PARK ASSIST message in the DIC See Object Detection System Messages...

Page 131: ...rak System on page 9 34 for more information StabiliTrak OFF Light This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer This light comes on when the StabiliTrak system is turned off If StabiliTrak is off TCS is also off If the Traction Control System TCS is off the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle Turn on the TCS and the Sta...

Page 132: ...s information about tire pressures and the TPMS When the Light is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated A Driver Information Center DIC tire pressure message may also display See Vehicle Messages Canada Base Level on page 5 27 or Vehicle Messages Canada Uplevel and United States on page 5 28 for more information Stop as soon as possible and inflate ...

Page 133: ...dule for changing engine oil The oil pressure light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly The vehicle could be low on oil and might have some other system problem See your dealer Low Fuel Warning Light This light comes on for a fe...

Page 134: ... See Immobilizer Operation on page 2 10 for more information Reduced Engine Power Light The reduced engine power light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer This light along with the service engine soon light displays when a noticeable reduction in the vehicle s performance occurs Stop the vehicle and turn off the ignition W...

Page 135: ...mps this light comes on when the front fog lamps are in use The light goes out when the front fog lamps are turned off See Front Fog Lamps on page 6 4 for more information Lamps On Reminder The lamps on reminder light comes on when the lights are in use Cruise Control Light The cruise control light is white whenever the cruise control is set and turns green when the cruise control is active The li...

Page 136: ...le Messages Canada Uplevel and United States on page 5 28 for more information All messages appear in the DIC display located in the center of the instrument panel cluster DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons located on the turn signal lever located on the left side of the steering wheel The DIC displays trip fuel and warning mess...

Page 137: ...ecent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank Fuel range cannot be reset Average Fuel Economy or Average Fuel Economy and Instantaneous Fuel Economy The Average Fuel Economy display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km or miles per gallon mpg This number is based on the number of L 100 km mpg recorded since the last time this menu item was rese...

Page 138: ...Information Menu Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until Vehicle Information menu is displayed Use w x to scroll through the following menu items Units Tire Pressure Remaining Oil Life Battery Voltage Blank Display Units Move w x to change between Metric or US when the Unit display is active Press SET CLR to confirm the setting This will change the displays on the cluster and DIC to either...

Page 139: ...10 12 Battery Voltage This display available on some vehicles shows the current battery voltage If the voltage is in the normal range the value will display For example the display may read Battery Voltage 15 0 Volts The vehicle s charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery The battery voltage can fluctuate while viewing this information on the DIC This is normal See Chargi...

Page 140: ...r to acknowledge and clear them from the display More urgent messages cannot be cleared from the DIC display All messages should be taken seriously Clearing messages will not correct the problem On the Canadian uplevel cluster and on vehicles sold in the United States vehicle messages are displayed as text The messages and information about them follow Battery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY...

Page 141: ... to be calibrated See Compass on page 5 4 Two dashes will be displayed if the compass needs service See your dealer for service Cruise Control Messages APPLY BRAKE BEFORE CRUISE If this message displays when attempting to activate cruise control apply the brake pedal and try again CRUISE SET TO XXX This message displays when the cruise control is set and shows the speed it was set to See Cruise Co...

Page 142: ...if the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature HIGH COOLANT TEMPERATURE This message displays if the coolant temperature is hot See Engine Overheating on page 10 20 Engine Oil Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This ...

Page 143: ...uel as soon as possible TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight Tighten the fuel cap Key and Lock Messages REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays when the battery in the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter needs to be replaced Lamp Messages AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON This message is displayed when the automatic light control has been turned on See Auto...

Page 144: ...tabiliTrak System on page 9 34 Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIRBAG This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system Take the vehicle to your dealer for service Security Messages THEFT ATTEMPTED This message displays if the vehicle detects a tamper condition Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE AC SYSTEM This message is displays if there is a problem with the air conditioning system...

Page 145: ...arning new tires See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10 53 for more information TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicle s tires is low There is also an icon with the warning that will indicate the location of the low tire The low tire pressure warning light will also come ...

Page 146: ...o cool This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message is displays when ice conditions are possible STEERING COLUMN IS LOCKED This message is displays when the steering column is locked Vehicle Personalization The audio system controls are used to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle feature...

Page 147: ... system will display a check mark to indicate this feature is on Climate and Air Quality If equipped select the Climate and Air Quality menu and the following will be displayed Auto Fan Speed Air Quality Sensor Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Auto Defog Auto Rear Defog Auto Fan Speed This will allow you to select the automatic fan speed This feature sets the climate control fan speed to maintain the ...

Page 148: ... defogger at vehicle start when the interior temperature is cold and likely fog The Auto rear defog function can be disabled by pressing 1 When OFF the feature can be turned on by pressing 1 See Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 for more information Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob when Auto Rear Defog is highlighted to open the menu Turn the knob to highlight On or Off...

Page 149: ...icle Locator Lights This allows the vehicle locator lights to be turned on or off When on the head lamps and back up lamps will flash when the keb fob unbutton K is pressed Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob when Vehicle Locator Lights is highlighted to open the menu Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob to highlight On or Off Press MENU or MENU SEL to select On or Off Press the BACK button to confirm the s...

Page 150: ...f is selected the Delayed Door Lock feature may be enabled through an additional menu selection Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob when Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out is highlighted to select On or Off Press BACK to return to the last menu Auto Door Lock This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted into P Park Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob when Auto D...

Page 151: ...nob to confirm and go back to the last menu Remote Unlock Light Feedback If equipped this allows selection of what type of feedback is given when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob when Remote Unlock Light Feedback is highlighted Turn the knob to select On or Off Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu Remote Start If equipped this allows ...

Page 152: ...Black plate 40 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 5 40 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES ...

Page 153: ...ghting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the outboard side of the steering column It controls the following systems Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Fog Lamps The exterior lamps control has four positions O Off Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic light control off or on again AUTO Aut...

Page 154: ...igh Low Beam Changer Push the turn signal lane change lever away from you to turn the high beams on Pull the lever toward you to return to low beams This indicator light turns on in the instrument panel cluster when the high beam headlamps are on Flash to Pass To flash the high beams pull the turn signal lane change lever all the way toward you Then release it Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Run...

Page 155: ...lamps off or on again turn the exterior lamps control to the off position and then release For vehicles first sold in Canada the DRL lamps cannot be turned off Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside and the exterior lamps control is in the automatic position the headlamps come on automatically See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 The vehicle has a light sensor located on top of...

Page 156: ... be burned out Have the bulbs replaced If the bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 37 for more information Front Fog Lamps For vehicles with front fog lamps the button is located on the outboard side of the instrument panel The ignition must be on to turn on the fog lamps Press to turn the fog lamps on or off An indicator light on the instrument panel clu...

Page 157: ...rument Panel Brightness Turn the thumbwheel up or down and hold to brighten or dim the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on automatically when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the door position Dome Lamps The dome lamp controls are located in the overhead console Dome Lamp Override Press to turn the lamps off even when a door...

Page 158: ...cle Personalization on page 5 34 Exit Lighting The headlamps taillamps parking lamps back up lamps and license plate lamps come on at night or in areas with limited lighting when the key is removed from the ignition The dome lamps also come on when the key is removed from the ignition The exterior lamps and dome lamps remain on after the door is closed for a set amount of time then automatically t...

Page 159: ...the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others Do not give extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving This system provides access to many audio and non audio listings To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving do the following while the vehicle is parked Become familiar with the operation and controls of the audio system Se...

Page 160: ...e Identification Number VIN to the infotainment system The infotainment system does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle Overview Base Level A O Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume B Buttons 1 to 6 Radio Saves and selects favorite stations C g Radio Seeks the previous station CD Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track ...

Page 161: ...ions list J BACK Menu Moves one level back Character Input Deletes the last character K Y Removes a disc from the CD slot L MENU or MENU SEL knob depending on system Turn to open menus highlight menu items or set numeric values while in a menu Press to select menu items Radio Manually selects radio stations CD Selects tracks M FAV Radio Opens the favorites list N 5 Opens the phone main menu Mutes ...

Page 162: ...ts favorite stations C g Radio Seeks the previous station CD Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track D u CD Moves up one folder level while playing an MP3 E k CD Pauses playback and stops playback F w CD Moves back one folder level while playing an MP3 G l Radio Seeks the next station CD Selects the next track or fast forwards within a track H CLOCK Opens the clock menu ...

Page 163: ...emoves a disc from the CD slot N MENU or MENU SEL knob depneing on system Turn to open menus highlight menu items or set numeric values while in a menu Press to select menu items Radio Manually selects radio stations CD Selects tracks O FAV Radio Opens the favorites list P 5 Opens the phone main menu Mutes the audio system Q CONFIG Opens the settings menu R CD Slot Insert a CD S CD AUX Selects the...

Page 164: ...the O knob to cancel mute MENU System Base Level The menu system for the base level infotainment system appears on the top half of the display screen Menu Icons The menu icons indicate the following A The up and down arrows indicate that the main menu is active B The angled arrow indicates that a submenu with more options is available C A single right arrow indicates that the first submenu level i...

Page 165: ...le right arrow indicates that a second submenu with other options is available Activating a Setting 1 Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob to enter the displayed menu 2 Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob to display the setting 3 Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob to activate the setting Setting a Value 1 Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob to enter the displayed menu 2 Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob to change the...

Page 166: ...m for the uplevel infotainment system appears on the display screen Controls The MENU or MENU SEL knob and the BACK button are used to navigate the menu system MENU or MENU SEL Knob depending on system Press to Enter the menu system Select or activate the highlighted menu option Confirm a set value Turn a system setting on or off Turn to Highlight a menu option Select a value BACK Press to Exit a ...

Page 167: ...NU or MENU SEL knob to change the current value of the setting 2 Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob to confirm the setting Turning a Function On or Off 1 Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob to highlight the function 2 Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob to turn the function on or off Entering a Character Sequence 1 Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob to highlight the character 2 Press the MENU or MENU SEL knob to ...

Page 168: ...u Adjusting the EQ Equalizer For vehicles that have an equalizer 1 Press the TONE button 2 Select EQ presets 3 Select the setting Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu System Settings Configuring the Number of Favorite Pages To configure the number of available favorite pages 1 Press the CONFIG button 2 Select Radio Settings 3 Select Radio Favorites 4 Select the number of avai...

Page 169: ...ion that may be available for the current song g l Press to search for stations FAV Press to open the favorites list and select the favorites page 1 to 6 Press to select preset stations AS Autostore Press to open the autostore list RDS Radio Data System The radio may have RDS The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information This feature only works when the in...

Page 170: ...ENU or MENU SEL knob 2 Select Favorites List 3 Select the station Station Lists 1 Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob 2 Select AM or FM Station List All receivable stations in the current reception area are displayed If a station list has not been created an automatic station search is done 3 Select the station Category Lists Most stations that broadcast an RDS program type code specify the type of pro...

Page 171: ...utton 1 to 6 until a beep is heard Retrieving Stations Press the FAV button to open a favorite page or to switch to another favorite page Briefly press one of the 1 to 6 buttons to retrieve the station Autostore Stations AS Autostore Autostore searches and stores six FM and six AM stations with the strongest signal To use autostore 1 Press RADIO BAND to select FM or AM 2 Press AS for at least two ...

Page 172: ...annel FAV Press to open the favorites list 1 to 6 Press to select a favorite MENU or MENU SEL depending on system Turn to select a channel INFO Press to display additional information that may be available about the current song k Play Pause Press to pause time shifted content if equipped Selecting the XM Band Press the RADIO BAND button to choose between the AM FM and XM bands The last channel pl...

Page 173: ... stored in any order in the favorite pages Up to six channels can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set Storing a Channel as a Favorite To store the channel to a position in the list press and hold the corresponding 1 to 6 button until the channel can be heard again Retrieving Channels Press the FAV button to open a favorite page or to change to anot...

Page 174: ...al The system is working properly The vehicle may be in a location where the XM signal is being blocked When the vehicle is moved into an open area the signal should return CAT Not Found The system is working properly There are no channels available for the selected category XM Radio ID If tuned to channel 0 this message alternates with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to a...

Page 175: ...r hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out In addition traveling or standing under heavy foliage bridges garages or tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time Cellular Phone Usage Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the vehicle s radio This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls charging the phone s ba...

Page 176: ...l detergent solution mixed with water and clean it Wipe the disc from the center to the outer edge Care of the CD Player Do not add a label to a disc as it could get caught in the CD player If a label is needed label the top of the recorded disc with a marking pen Do not use disc lens cleaners because they could contaminate the lens of the disc optics and damage the CD player Notice If a label is ...

Page 177: ...CD Track Using the control buttons Press the g or l button to select the previous or next track Turn the TUNE knob Using the CD Menu 1 Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob 2 Select Tracks list 3 Select the track Playing Tracks in Random Order Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob and then set Shuffle Songs to On Fast Forward and Rewind Press and hold l or g to fast forward or rewind within the current track Se...

Page 178: ...the menu system described in Operation on page 7 6 The AUX input USB port is located in the center console Remove the cover to access and replace when not in use 3 5 mm Jack Connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 in cable to the auxiliary input jack to use a portable audio player Playback of an audio device that is connected to the 3 5 mm jack can only be controlled using the controls on the device Adjusting the Vo...

Page 179: ...ists Albums Song Titles Podcasts Genres Audiobooks or Composers 4 Select the track Shuffle Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob and set Shuffle Songs Random to On or Off then press the BACK button to return the main screen On Plays tracks in the current folder in random order Off Plays tracks in the current folder in sequential order Repeat Turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob and set Repeat to On or Off then...

Page 180: ...Drive The infotainment system can only play back mp3 and wma files from a USB drive Only the first 10 000 songs are recognized on the device When a device is not supported the message No supported data found You can safely disconnect the device appears Connecting a USB Drive Connect the USB drive to the USB port Searching for a Track It is normal for the search feature to take some time to display...

Page 181: ... ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9 1 m 30 ft Not all phones support all functions and not all phones work with the Bluetooth system See www gm com bluetooth for more information about compatible phones Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the infotainment system and the steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth system Steering Wheel Controls b g Push T...

Page 182: ...e menu system using the infotainment controls see Operation on page 7 6 Pairing A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system first and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See the cell phone manufacturer s user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone If a Bluetooth phone is not connected calls will be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling ...

Page 183: ...enter the four digit PIN provided by the system 6 The system prompts for a name for the phone and confirms the name provided This name is used to indicate which phone is connected 7 The system responds with Phone name has been successfully paired after the pairing process is complete 8 Repeat Steps 1 through 7 to pair additional phones Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1 Press the CONFIG but...

Page 184: ... 5 button twice 2 Select Phone Book 3 You can search through the list by selecting the letter group the phone book entry begins with or press the MENU or MENU SEL knob to scroll through the entire list of names numbers in the phone book 4 Select the name or number you want to call To make a call using the Call Lists menu 1 Press the 5 button twice 2 Select Call Lists 3 Select the Incoming Calls Ou...

Page 185: ... or MENU SEL knob 2 Select Enter Number 3 Enter the character sequence then select call See Entering a Character Sequence in Operation on page 7 6 for more information 4 After the call has been placed turn the MENU or MENU SEL knob button and choose Merge Calls 5 To add more callers to the conference call repeat Steps 1 through 4 The number of callers that can be added is limited by your wireless ...

Page 186: ...Bluetooth phone is not connected calls will be made using OnStar Hands Free Calling if available Refer to the OnStar owner s guide for more information Pairing Information Up to five cell phones can be paired to the Bluetooth system The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving Pairing only needs to be completed once unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell...

Page 187: ...that phone name 1 Press b g For vehicles with a navigation system say Hands Free after the tone 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say List Deleting a Paired Phone If the phone name you want to delete is unknown see Listing All Paired and Connected Phones 1 Press b g For vehicles with a navigation system say Hands Free after the tone 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say Delete 4 Say the name of the phone you want to delete Conne...

Page 188: ...th a navigation system say Hands Free after the tone 2 Say Store 3 Say the phone number or group of numbers you want to store all at once with no pauses then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Digit Store Command If an unwanted number is recognized by the system say Clear at any time to clear the last number To hear all of the numbers recognized ...

Page 189: ...by entering the digits one at a time Re dial This command is used to dial the last number used on the cell phone Using the Dial or Call Command 1 Press b g For vehicles with a navigation system say Hands Free after the tone 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say the entire number without pausing or say the name tag Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Using the Digit Dial Co...

Page 190: ...Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier Press b g to answer an incoming call when another call is active The original call is placed on hold Press b g again to return to the original call To ignore the incoming call no action is required Press i to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold Three Way Calling Three wa...

Page 191: ... Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle 1 Press b g 2 Say Transfer Call To Transfer Audio to the Bluetooth System From a Cell Phone During a call with the audio on the cell phone press b g The audio transfers to the vehicle If the audio does not transfer to the vehicle use the audio transfer feature on the cell phone See your cell phone manufacturer s user guide for more information Voi...

Page 192: ...s can also be stored for use Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call 1 Press b g 2 Say Dial 3 Say the number or name tag to send Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information For information on how to delete this information see the previo...

Page 193: ...ystem 8 3 Air Vents Air Vents 8 6 Climate Control Systems The heating cooling defrosting and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with these systems Vehicles Without Air Conditioning A Temperature Control B Bi level Air Mode C Floor Air Mode D Vent Air Mode E Fan Control F Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped G Rear Window Defogger H Defog I Defrost ...

Page 194: ... outlets 7 Floor Air is directed to the floor outlets W Defog Clears the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets 0 Defrost Clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly Air is directed to the windshield and side window outlets For best results clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are ...

Page 195: ...ered by your warranty Heated Seats If Equipped Press to turn the heated seats on or off See Heated Front Seats on page 3 7 Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system A Temperature Control B Rear Window Defogger C AUTO D Defrost E Fan Control F Driver and Passenger Heated Seats G Power H Recirculation I MODE Air Delivery M...

Page 196: ... manual mode is initiated Press AUTO to return to automatic operation To change the current mode select one of the following Y Vent Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Bi level Air is divided between the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets C Tri Level Air is divided between the windshield instrument panel and floor outlets Floor Air is directed to the floor outlets Defog Cle...

Page 197: ...n page 5 34 Auto Defog The climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle When high humidity is detected the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner If the climate control system does not detect possible window fogging it returns to normal operation To turn Auto Defog off or on see Climate and Air Qu...

Page 198: ... page 3 7 Remote Start Climate Control Operation For vehicles with the remote vehicle start feature the climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely The system will default to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperature and then go back to the previous settings See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 The rear window defogger turns on if it is cold outside Sen...

Page 199: ...se are fixed and cannot be adjusted Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively Use of non GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system Check with ...

Page 200: ...Black plate 8 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 8 8 Climate Controls 2 NOTES ...

Page 201: ...e Exhaust 9 24 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 25 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 26 Manual Mode 9 28 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 9 29 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 31 Parking Brake 9 32 Brake Assist 9 33 Ride Control Systems Traction Control System TCS 9 33 StabiliTrak System 9 34 Cruise Control Cruise Control 9 36 Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking As...

Page 202: ...runk Driving WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Death ...

Page 203: ... provide Meaning you can lose control of the vehicle Adding non dealer accessories can affect vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 16 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time Actually doing it is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourt...

Page 204: ...o operate until you are able to stop the vehicle If power steering assist is lost because the electric power steering system is not functioning the vehicle can be steered but it will take more effort If you turn the steering wheel in either direction several times until it stops or hold the steering wheel in the stopped position for an extended amount of time you may notice a reduced amount of pow...

Page 205: ...he left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions it can be turned a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object The fact that s...

Page 206: ... tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin If the vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough the vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when wate...

Page 207: ...or a car vehicle wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Wat...

Page 208: ...ips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep interior temperature cool Keep your eyes moving scan the road ahead and to the sides Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips for driving in these conditions include Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape...

Page 209: ... creating less traction or grip Wet ice can occur at about 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to fall resulting in even less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand Drive with caution whatever the condition Accelerate gently so traction is not lost Accelerating too quickly causes the wheels to spin and makes the surface under the tires sli...

Page 210: ...base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control system to a setting that circulates the air inside the vehicle and s...

Page 211: ...the engine runs faster than the idle speed This keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps Do this as little as possible to save fuel If the Vehicle is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and us...

Page 212: ...on that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If the vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing the Vehicle on page 10 87 Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory ins...

Page 213: ...quipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 10 42 and Tire Pressure on page 10 50 There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle see Certification Label later in this sectio...

Page 214: ...ly exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle See Trailer Towing Except Fuel Economy Model on page 9 50 or Trailer Towing Fuel Economy Model on page 9 ...

Page 215: ...ht 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to the vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed the...

Page 216: ...on WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on the vehicle can break and it can change the way the vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of the vehicle If you put things inside the vehicle like suitcases tools...

Page 217: ...In Notice The vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 805 km 500 miles Do not make full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km 200 miles or so During this time the new brake linings are ...

Page 218: ...tained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 22 This is the only position from which the key can be removed This locks the steering wheel ignition and automatic transmission Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags In an emergency if the vehicle must be shut off while driving 1 Brake using a firm ...

Page 219: ... used to operate the electrical accessories including the ventilation fan and 12 volt power outlet as well as to display some warning and indicator lights The transmission is also unlocked in this position on automatic transmission vehicles The battery could be drained if the key is left in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position with the engine off The vehicle might not start if the battery is allow...

Page 220: ...stem also prevents cranking if the engine is already running Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to ACC ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF Notice Cranking the engine for long periods of time by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let th...

Page 221: ... Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The electrical cord is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment in front of the air cleaner 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet WARNING Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the c...

Page 222: ... You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 46 Use this procedure to shift into P Park 1 Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 9 32 for more information 2 Hold the button on the shift l...

Page 223: ...ift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P Park unless the ignition is in ON RUN and the brake pedal is applied The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage less than 9 volt batte...

Page 224: ... exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death Exhaust may enter the vehicle if The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation parking garages tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicl...

Page 225: ...utomatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when it is on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the au...

Page 226: ... not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park See Shifting I...

Page 227: ... feature which allows the transmission to automatically shift to N Neutral when the vehicle is stopped with a forward gear engaged The reduced load on the engine improves vehicle fuel economy WARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit peopl...

Page 228: ...allows you to shift an automatic transmission similar to a manual transmission To use the DSC feature 1 Move the shift lever from D Drive to the left into the or manual position 2 Press the shift lever forward to upshift or rearward to downshift An M and the current gear will be displayed in the DIC While using the DSC feature the vehicle will have firmer quicker shifting You can use this for spor...

Page 229: ...mission Shift Pattern All Models Except Fuel Economy Model Fuel Economy Model These are the shift patterns for the six speed manual transmissions To operate the transmissions Notice Do not rest your hand on the shift lever while driving The pressure could cause premature wear in the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Notice Do not rest your foot on the clutch ped...

Page 230: ...press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine The shift lever is in Neutral when it is centered in the shift pattern not in any gear R Reverse To back up with the vehicle at a complete stop press down the clutch pedal Then pull up the ring on the shift lever and shift into R Reverse Let up on the clutch pedal slowly whil...

Page 231: ...rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard As the brakes are applied the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS does not change the time needed to get a ...

Page 232: ... can press the release button 3 Hold the release button in as you move the brake handle all the way down Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Driving with the parking brake applied will cause a warning chime ...

Page 233: ...ontrol Systems Traction Control System TCS The vehicle has a Traction Control System TCS that limits wheel spin On a front wheel drive vehicle the system operates if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system brakes the spinning wheel s and or reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The system may be heard or felt while i...

Page 234: ...d or snow and rocking the vehicle is required See If the Vehicle is Stuck on page 9 11 for more information See also Winter Driving on page 9 9 for information on using TCS when driving in snowy or icy conditions If cruise control is being used when TCS activates cruise control will automatically disengage Press the cruise control button to reengage when road conditions allow See Cruise Control on...

Page 235: ...d comes on and stays on the vehicle is safe to drive but the system is not operational Driving should be adjusted accordingly If d comes on and stays on reset the system by 1 Stopping the vehicle 2 Turning the engine off and waiting 15 seconds 3 Starting the engine If d still comes on and stays on at a speed above 20 km h 13 mi h see your dealer for service TCS StabiliTrak Button g is located on t...

Page 236: ...age 9 34 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again the cruise control can be turned back on WARNING Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed So do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip and you could...

Page 237: ...ached and then release it To increase the speed in small amounts move the thumbwheel up toward RES briefly and then release it Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Move the thumbwheel toward SET and hold until the desired lower speed is reached then release it To slow down in ...

Page 238: ...Parking Assist URPA system it assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in R Reverse URPA operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph and the sensors on the rear bumper detect objects up to 2 5 m 8 ft behind the vehicle and at least 20 cm 8 in off the ground WARNING The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system does not replace driver vision It cannot detect Objects that are below ...

Page 239: ... may be less during warmer or humid weather PARK ASSIST OFF may display on the Driver Information Center DIC to indicate that URPA is off The message disappears after a short period of time Turning the System On and Off The URPA system can be turned on and off through the vehicle personalization menu on the infotainment system See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 34 for more information When the ...

Page 240: ...engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance we recommend the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by auto companies A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be found at www toptiergas com Recommended Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline wit...

Page 241: ... fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards the vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance might be affected The malfunction indicator lamp could turn on and the vehicle might fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 13 If this occurs return to your authorized dealer for dia...

Page 242: ...help clean deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your dealer Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area We recommend that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier Howe...

Page 243: ...ump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is behind the fuel door on the vehicle s passenger side To open the fuel door push the rearward center edge in and release and the door will open Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise to...

Page 244: ...the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Notice If a new fuel cap is needed be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer The wrong type fuel cap might not fit properly might cause the malfunction indicator lamp to light and could damage the fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 13 Filling a...

Page 245: ...ed for the vehicle Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer See the following trailer towing information in this section For information on driving while towing a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips For maximum vehicle and trailer weights see Trailer Towing For information on equipment to tow a trailer see Towing Equipm...

Page 246: ... Trailer Towing Fuel Economy Model on page 9 51 Trailering changes handling acceleration braking durability and fuel economy With the added weight the engine transmission wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder and under greater loads The trailer also adds wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements For safe trailering correctly use the proper trailering equipment The followin...

Page 247: ...e and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working During the trip check regularly to be sure that the load is secure and the lamps and trailer brakes are working properly Towing with a Stability Control System When towing the sound of the stability control system might be heard The system is reacting to the vehicle movement caused by the tra...

Page 248: ...d and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade If the transmission is not shifted down the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well Vehicles with an automatic transmission can tow in D Drive but M Manual Mode is recommended Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hil...

Page 249: ...ke and shift into P Park for vehicles with an automatic transmission or into gear for vehicles with a manual transmission 5 Release the brake pedal Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal while you Start the engine Shift into a gear and Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick...

Page 250: ... has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices See Customer Assistance Offices on page 13 3 for more information Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any tr...

Page 251: ...hes Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to it Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper Will any holes be made in the body of the vehicle when the trailer hitch is installed If there are seal the holes when the hitch is removed If the holes are not sealed dirt water and deadly carbon monoxide CO from the exhaust can get into the vehicle See Engine Exha...

Page 252: ... vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 38 ...

Page 253: ...ery 10 26 Starter Switch Check 10 26 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 27 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 28 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 28 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 29 Windshield Replacement 10 29 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 30 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 30 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 10 30 Taillamps Turn Si...

Page 254: ... 65 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 65 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 68 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 75 Tire Changing 10 75 Compact Spare Tire 10 83 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 84 Towing Towing the Vehicle 10 87 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 87 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 90 Interior Care 10 94 Floor Mats 10 97 General Information For service and parts needs visit your deale...

Page 255: ...he vehicle can affect vehicle performance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control Some of these accessories could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the inst...

Page 256: ...eners are used parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 12 This vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicin...

Page 257: ...the underside of the hood To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot on the underside of the hood and return the prop to its retainer The prop rod must click into place when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage 2 Lower the hood 30 cm 12 in above the...

Page 258: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1 4 L L4 Engine ...

Page 259: ...l under Engine Oil on page 10 9 E Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 84 F Brake Clutch Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 10 23 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 10 14 G Battery on page 10 26 Under Cover H Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap See Engine Coolant on page 10 17 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 84 J Engine Compartment Fuse B...

Page 260: ...Black plate 8 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 10 8 Vehicle Care 1 8 L L4 Engine ...

Page 261: ... Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 10 84 J Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 37 K Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Washer Fluid on page 10 22 Engine Oil To ensure proper engine performance and long life careful attention must be paid to engine oil Following these simple but important steps will help protect your investment Always use engine oil appro...

Page 262: ...lecting the Right Engine Oil in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Notice Do not add too much oil Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much ...

Page 263: ...red by the vehicle warranty If you are unsure whether the oil is approved to the dexos specification ask your service provider Use of Substitute Engine Oils if dexos is unavailable In the event that dexos approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level you may use substitute engine oil displaying the API Starburst symbol and of SAE 5W 30 viscosity grade Us...

Page 264: ...ater or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash or pouring it on the ground into sewers or in...

Page 265: ...l scroll until you reach REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC oil can symbol with sign for Canada 2 Press the SET button to reset the oil life at 100 When prompted use the thumbwheel to highlight YES or NO Press the SET CLEAR button to confirm Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed It cannot be reset accurately If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SO...

Page 266: ...not necessary to regularly check brake clutch fluid unless there is a leak suspected Adding fluid will not correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use The brake hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it The common brake clutch fluid reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated o...

Page 267: ...ee Scheduled Maintenance on page 11 2 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or ...

Page 268: ...r cleaner filter in place when you are driving Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 1 4 L L4 Engine Shown 1 8 L L4 Engine Similar A Engine Cooling Fans Out of View B Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep han...

Page 269: ...o the cooling system can be dangerous Plain water and other liquids can boil before the proper coolant mixture will The vehicle coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable ...

Page 270: ...nk is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for more information on location How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged If no problem is found check to see if coolant is vis...

Page 271: ...oolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 4 L L4 Engine Shown 1 8 L L4 Engine Similar 1...

Page 272: ...stem has cooled down If the coolant is not at the proper level repeat Steps 1 through 3 and reinstall the pressure cap If the coolant still is not at the proper level when the system cools down again see your dealer Engine Overheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating There is an engine coolant temperature gauge on the vehicle instrument panel cluster See Engine Cool...

Page 273: ...limbs a long hill on a hot day Stops after high speed driving Idles for long periods in traffic Tows a trailer If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam 1 Turn the air off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed Open the windows as necessary 3 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in N Neutral while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the ro...

Page 274: ...overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss change the oil and reset the oil life system See Engine Oil on page 10 9 Power Steering Fluid The vehicle is equipped with an electric power steering system No fluid or general maintenance is required Wash...

Page 275: ...s moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly WARNING The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could lead to a crash When the brake wear warning sound is heard have the vehicle serviced Notice Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are...

Page 276: ...e to get new approved replacement parts If this is not done the brakes might not work properly For example installing disc brake pads that are wrong for the vehicle can change the balance between the front and rear brakes for the worse The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is...

Page 277: ...What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir WARNING With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system the brakes might not work well This could cause a crash Always use the prope...

Page 278: ... Jump Starting on page 10 84 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage Remove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger Starter Switch Check WARNING When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle...

Page 279: ... not pushed all the way down contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check WARNING When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Pa...

Page 280: ... the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s hold...

Page 281: ...shield wiper blade 1 Pull the wiper assembly away from the windshield 2 Lift up on the plastic latch in the middle of the wiper blade where the wiper arm attaches 3 With the latch open pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield far enough to release it from the J hooked end of the wiper arm 4 Remove the wiper blade Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is in...

Page 282: ... necessary if oncoming drivers flash their high beam headlamps at you for vertical aim If the headlamps need to be re aimed it is recommended that the vehicle be taken to a dealer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 10 36 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemar...

Page 283: ...ing straight back 4 Remove the bulb C from the headlamp assembly by turning counterclockwise and pulling straight back 5 Install the new bulb in the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise 6 Install the wiring harness connector to the bulb Be sure the connector release B locks into place 7 Install the connector retaining tab A Parking Turn Signal Lamp 1 Open the hood See Hood on page 10 4 2 Remove ...

Page 284: ...rker Lamp 1 Push lamp assembly toward the rear of the vehicle and remove 2 Remove the socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 3 Remove the bulb from the bulb socket A 4 Install the new bulb in the bulb socket 5 Replace the bulb socket into the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise 6 Replace the lamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps Trunk Deck...

Page 285: ...Remove the bulb socket B by turning counterclockwise and pulling straight out 4 Remove the bulb from the socket A 5 Install the new bulb in the bulb socket 6 Install the bulb socket by turning clockwise 7 Install the trunk deck trim cover A Back up Lamp B Stop Lamp Taillamp C Turn Signal Lamp D Sidemarker Lamp ...

Page 286: ...one of these bulbs Stoplamp Taillamp Turn Signal Back up and Sidemarker Lamp 1 Open the trunk 2 Open the two screw covers 3 Remove the two screws which secure the taillamp assembly 4 Remove the taillamp assembly by pulling it straight back until the two posts disengage from the grommets ...

Page 287: ...ll the taillamp assembly and tighten the two screws 9 Close the two screw covers License Plate Lamp To replace the license plate lamp bulb 1 Remove the two screws from the license plate lamp assembly 2 Turn and pull the license plate lamp assembly down 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Push the new bulb in and turn it clockwise to install 5 Inst...

Page 288: ... protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems Fuses and circuit breakers protect the following in the vehicle Headlamp Wiring Windshield Wiper Motor Power Windows and Other Power Accessories Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If there...

Page 289: ...y a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems To check a fuse look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location if a fuse...

Page 290: ...n Control Module 2 Engine Control Module Mini Fuses Usage 3 Not Used 4 Canister Vent Solenoid 5 Ignition 7 Not Used Mini Fuses Usage 8 Fuel Injection 9 Fuel Injection Ignition System 10 Engine Control Module 11 Lambda Sensor 13 Canister Vent Solenoid 14 Not Used 15 Rear Wiper 16 Ignition Air Quality Sensor Aero Shutter 17 Ignition Airbag 18 Fuel Control Module 19 Not Used 20 Fuel Pump 23 Not Used ...

Page 291: ...ed 40 Not Used 46 Cooling Fan Mini Fuses Usage 47 Lambda Sensor 48 Fog Lights 49 Not Used 50 Not Used 51 Horn 52 Ignition 53 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 54 Light Switch Light Control 55 Mirror Folding 56 Windshield Washer 57 Steering Column Lock 58 Not Used 60 Heated Mirror 61 Heated Mirror Mini Fuses Usage 62 Air Conditioning 63 Rear Window Sensor 64 Air Quality Sensor 65 Rear Fog Lamp 66 R...

Page 292: ... 28 Rear Window Defogger 41 Not Used 42 Cooling Fan K2 J Case Fuses Usage 43 Not Used 44 Not Used 45 Cooling Fan K1 59 Not Used Micro Relays Usage 1 A C Clutch 2 Starter Solenoid 4 Front Wiper Speed 5 Front Wiper On 6 Not Used 10 Cooling Fan K3 12 Cooling Fan K3 14 Not Used U Micro Relays Usage 3 Cooling Fan K7 8 Fuel Pump 11 Not Used HC Relays Usage 9 Cooling Fan K2 13 Cooling Fan K1 Mini Relays ...

Page 293: ...move the lower edge of the cover 3 Remove the cover To reinstall the cover reverse the steps above Instrument Panel Fuse Block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage 1 Infotainment System Hands free Phone 2 Not Used 3 Body Control Module 4 Infotainment System 5 Information Display Parking Assist 6 Cigarette Lighter 7 Power Outlet 8 Body Control ...

Page 294: ...r Fuses Usage 22 Ignition Electronic Key System 23 Body Control Module 24 Body Control Module 25 Steering Column Lock 26 Not Used Relays Usage 1 Trunk Open 2 Logistics Module 3 Power Outlet Wheels and Tires Tires This new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about the tire warranty and where to obtain service see the vehicle Warranty ...

Page 295: ...ith potholes curbs etc Improperly repaired tires can cause a crash Only the dealer or an authorized tire service center should repair replace dismount and mount the tires Do not spin the tires in excess of 55 km h 35 mph on slippery surfaces such as snow mud ice etc Excessive spinning may cause the tires to explode Winter Tires If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often you may want...

Page 296: ...ires are designed for very responsive driving on wet or dry pavement You may also notice more road noise with low profile performance tires and that they tend to wear faster Notice If the vehicle has low profile tires they are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb impact than standard profile tires Tire and or wheel assembly damage can occur when coming into contact with road hazard...

Page 297: ...the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT Department of Transportation code is the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one...

Page 298: ...turer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 420 kPa 60 psi For more in...

Page 299: ...A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load index and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load ca...

Page 300: ...ers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation DOT motor vehicle safety standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating See...

Page 301: ... The side of the tire that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressu...

Page 302: ...lied by 68 kg 150 lbs plus the rated cargo load See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 12 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading...

Page 303: ...pact spare should be at 420 kPa 60 psi For additional information regarding the compact spare tire seeCompact Spare Tire on page 10 83 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure You cannot tell if the tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under inflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when ...

Page 304: ... Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has...

Page 305: ...n on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 12 At the same time a message to check the pressure in a specific tire appears on the Driver Information Center DIC display The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can b...

Page 306: ...e and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle A DIC warning message is also displayed The malfunction light and DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected Some of the conditions that can cause the malfunction light and DIC message to come on are One of the road tires has been replaced with the spare tire The spare tire does not have a TPMS senso...

Page 307: ...nger side front tire passenger side rear tire and driver side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool See your dealer for service The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each tire wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire s air pressure If increasing the tire s air pressure do not exceed the maximum inflation pressure indicated on the tire s sidewall To decrease air pressure out of a tire...

Page 308: ...tep 8 11 Proceed to the driver side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 8 The horn sounds two times to indicate the sensor identification code has been matched to the driver side rear tire and the TPMS sensor matching process is no longer active The TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message on the DIC display screen goes off 12 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 13 Set all four tires to the recommended air p...

Page 309: ... like it did when the tires were new Any time you notice unusual wear rotate the tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels SeeWhen It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 58 and Wheel Replacement on page 10 64 When rotating the vehicle s tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Do not include the compact spare tire in the tire rotation A...

Page 310: ... hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build up Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts When It Is Time for New Tires Various factors such as maintenance temperatures driving speeds vehicle loading and road conditions influence when you need new tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires ...

Page 311: ...GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed on the vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way the vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed t...

Page 312: ...ose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes brands or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes brands or types may also cause damage to the vehicle Be sure to use the correct size brand and type of tires on all wheels It is all right to drive with the compact spare temporarily as it was develo...

Page 313: ...ls or tires that are a different size than the original equipment wheels and tires this could affect the way the vehicle performs including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover Additionally if the vehicle has electronic systems such as antilock brakes rollover airbags traction control and electronic stability control the performance of these systems ca...

Page 314: ...inal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addit...

Page 315: ... life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is prope...

Page 316: ...ave the right wheel wheel bolts wheel nuts and TPMS sensors for the vehicle WARNING Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on the vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle make the tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel...

Page 317: ...cturer s instructions To help avoid damage to the vehicle drive slowly re adjust or remove the device if it is contacting the vehicle and do not spin the wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving especially if you maintain your vehicle s tires properly If air goes out of a tire i...

Page 318: ... to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire If a tire goes flat avoid furt...

Page 319: ...el block s or a tire sealant and compressor kit To use the jacking equipment to change a spare tire safely follow the instructions below Then see Tire Changing on page 10 75 To use the tire sealant and compressor kit see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 68 To use the wheel blocks lift the wheel block and lock into place When the vehicle has a flat tire B use the following example as a gu...

Page 320: ...pressure WARNING Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit there may not be a spare tire tire changing equipment and on some veh...

Page 321: ...d be replaced before its expiration date Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced See Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...

Page 322: ...all items from other accessory power outlets See Power Outlets on page 5 5 If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 7 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor 8 Press the on off D button to turn the tir...

Page 323: ...t in the vehicle 12 Turn the sealant air hose G counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem 13 Replace the tire valve stem cap 14 Replace the sealant air hose G and the power plug C back in their original location 15 If the flat tire was able to inflate to the recommended inflation pressure remove the maximum speed label from the sealant canister B and place it in a highly visible locat...

Page 324: ...Inflate a Tire Not Punctured To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 3 See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 65 for other important safety warnings 1 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its st...

Page 325: ...and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 50 The pressure gauge E may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached 12 Press the on off button D to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off Be careful while handling the tire sealant...

Page 326: ...ealant canister B so the inflator filling hose is aligned with the slot in the compressor 5 Lift the sealant canister B from the compressor and replace with a new sealant canister See your dealer for more information To install a new sealant canister 1 Align the sealant air hose G with the slot in the air compressor 2 Push the sealant canister B down and turn it clockwise 3 Wrap the sealant air ho...

Page 327: ... 2 8 2 Turn the left knob counterclockwise and the right knob clockwise 90 degrees at the same time Then pull the access panel rearward and up to remove it 3 Pull the inflator kit rearward Squeeze the two tabs of the quick release buckle to remove the tire sealant and compressor kit To store the inflator kit reverse the steps Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools To access the spare tire...

Page 328: ...stow rod the tool bag containing the wheel wrench and wheel blocks C and the spare tire D 4 Remove the jack handle extension B and jack A This vehicle will have either a coin pierce jack D and a jack handle extension C or a hex head jack B and a jack lift assist tool A Place the tools next to the tire being changed 5 Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed ...

Page 329: ... of the cover until it comes off The edge of the wheel cover could be sharp so do not try to remove it with your bare hands Do not drop the cover or lay it face down as it could become scratched or damaged Store the wheel cover in the trunk until the flat tire is repaired or replaced Once you have removed the wheel cover use the following procedure to remove the flat tire and install the spare tir...

Page 330: ... through the end of the jack If you have a hex head jack attach the jack lift assist tool by placing the hex of the jack lift assist tool over the hex head of the jack Notice Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty 8 Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire The locati...

Page 331: ...opriate safety equipment and training If a jack is provided with the vehicle it is designed only for changing a flat tire If it is used for anything else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire Coin Pierce Jack Shown Hex Head Jack Similar 9 Raise the jack by turning the handle clock...

Page 332: ...st or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 65 12 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 13 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface WARNING ...

Page 333: ...ies and Specifications on page 12 2 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the wheel nut torque specification 16 Tighten the...

Page 334: ...pment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 1 Replace the wheel wrench and wheel blocks in the tool bag 2 Remove the foam container from the rear storage compartment 3 Place the flat tire in the storage compartment with the valve stem down 4 Place the jack and jack handle extension in the foam container 5 Place the foam container inside the flat t...

Page 335: ...o 105 km h 65 mph for distances up to 5 000 km 3 000 miles so you can finish your trip and have the full size tire repaired or replaced at your convenience Of course it is best to replace the spare with a full size tire as soon as possible The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again Notice When the compact spare is installed do not take the vehicle through an au...

Page 336: ... warranty Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle The jump start positive post B is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle The jump start negative grounding point D is the engine block or an engine mounting bolt Connect to a spot as far away from the discharged battery as possible These locations are used inste...

Page 337: ...ic fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan WARNING Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery install...

Page 338: ...nd run the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes 10 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cabl...

Page 339: ...r or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle needs to be towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 6 To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome for recreational purposes see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing refers to towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motor home The t...

Page 340: ...ls on the ground 1 Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it to the towing vehicle 2 Shift the automatic transmission to P Park or a manual transmission into first gear and turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 3 Set the parking brake 4 To prevent the battery from draining while the vehicle is being towed remove the following fuse from the instrument panel fuse block IGN SENSOR See Instrument Panel F...

Page 341: ...cle with two wheels on the ground and a dolly 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Shift the automatic transmission into P Park or a manual transmission into first gear 3 Set the parking brake 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Remove the key from the ignition 6 Secure the vehicle to the dolly 7 Release the parking brake Notice Towin...

Page 342: ... tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years To...

Page 343: ...leaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes could cause water to enter the vehicle Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 30 cm 12 in to the surface of the vehicle Use of power washers exceeding 8 274 kPa 1 200 psi can...

Page 344: ...eaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels could damage the surface of the wheel s The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners wit...

Page 345: ... make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into ma...

Page 346: ...hicles interior only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces that are being cleaned Permanent damage can result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Apply the cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth to prevent over spray Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately Notice Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on the vehicle ...

Page 347: ...iques For liquids gently blot the remaining soil with a paper towel Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed For solid dry soils remove as much as possible and then vacuum To clean 1 Saturate a lint free clean white cloth with water or club soda 2 Remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Continue cleaning usin...

Page 348: ... alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces To remove dust a soft cloth dampened with water can be used If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces Many commercial cleaners an...

Page 349: ...g it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the accelerator or brake pedal Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the driver side Do not plac...

Page 350: ...Black plate 98 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 10 98 Vehicle Care 2 NOTES ...

Page 351: ...icle owner you are responsible for the scheduled maintenance in this section We recommend having your dealer perform these services Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition improves fuel economy and reduces vehicle emissions for better air quality Because of all the different ways people use vehicles maintenance needs vary The vehicle might need more frequent ...

Page 352: ... Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 6 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 8 We recommend the use of genuine parts from your dealer Rotation of New Tires To maintain ride handling and performance of the vehicle it is important that the first rotation service for new tires be performed Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 miles See Tire Rotation on page 10 57 Scheduled Maintenance Wh...

Page 353: ...ndshield and wiper blade cleaning if contaminated See Exterior Care on page 10 90 Worn or damaged wiper blade replacement See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 29 Tire inflation pressures check See Tire Pressure on page 10 50 Tire wear inspection See Tire Inspection on page 10 56 Rotate tires if necessary See Tire Rotation on page 10 57 Fluids visual leak check or every 12 months whichever occurs...

Page 354: ... 17 Windshield washer fluid level check See Washer Fluid on page 10 22 Once a Month Tire inflation check See Tire Pressure on page 10 50 Tire wear inspection See Tire Inspection on page 10 56 Sunroof track and seal inspection if equipped See Sunroof on page 2 17 Once a Year See Starter Switch Check on page 10 26 See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 27 See Ignitio...

Page 355: ...n Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded First Engine Oil Change After Every 160 ...

Page 356: ...identified with the dexos certification mark Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade See Engine Oil on page 10 9 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 17 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 88862806 in Canada 88862807 Windshield ...

Page 357: ...uperlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Door and Folding Seat Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip L...

Page 358: ...ler Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 1 4L L4 Engine 13272719 AC3144C 1 8L L4 Engine 13272720 AC3145C Engine Oil Filter 1 4L L4 Engine 93185674 PF2257G 1 8L L4 Engine 93185674 PF2257G Passenger Compartment Air Filter Element 13271191 CF176 Spark Plugs 1 4L L4 Engine 55576026 1 8L L4 Engine 55576026 Wiper Blades Driver 60 0 cm 23 6 in 96910777 Passenger 45 0 cm 17 7 ...

Page 359: ...aintenance 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 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 360: ...Black plate 10 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 11 10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 361: ...Black plate 11 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 Service and Maintenance 11 11 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 362: ...Black plate 12 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 11 12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 363: ...dshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 for the vehicle s engine code Serv...

Page 364: ...acities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 1 4L L4 Engine 5 5 L 5 8 qt 1 8L L4 Engine 6 5 L 6 9 qt Engine Oil with Filter 1 4L L4 Engine 4 0 L 4 25 qt 1 8L L4 Engine 4 5 L 4 76 qt Fuel Tank Fuel Economy Model with MH8 Automati...

Page 365: ...ission Fluid Automatic 6 Speed 4 0 L 4 2 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1 4L L4 Engine 9 Automatic Manual 0 70 mm 0 028 in 1 8L L4 Engine H Automatic Manual 0 70 mm 0 028 in ...

Page 366: ...Black plate 4 1 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual 2011 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 1 4L L4 Engine 1 8L L4 Engine with Air Conditioning 1 8L L4 Engine without Air Conditioning ...

Page 367: ...nd Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 14 Event Data Recorders 13 15 OnStar 13 16 Navigation System 13 16 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 16 Radio Frequency Statement 13 16 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to the dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle ...

Page 368: ...th the new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation...

Page 369: ...t jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Communication Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o Customer Communication Centre General Motors of Canad...

Page 370: ...o D F 01 800 466 0800 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0800 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user in the U S can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 2438 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830...

Page 371: ... Save details such as address and phone number for each of your preferred GM dealers My Driveway Access quick links to parts and service estimates check trade in values or schedule a service appointment by adding the vehicles you own to your driveway profile My Preferences Manage your profile and use tools and forms with greater ease To sign up visit the My GM ca section within www gm ca GM Mobili...

Page 372: ... Services are provided up to 5 years 160 000 km 100 000 miles whichever comes first In the U S anyone driving the vehicle is covered In Canada a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roads...

Page 373: ...nadian Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service Lock Out Service Vehicle registration is required Trip Routing Service Detailed maps of North America are provided when requested either with the most direct route or the most scenic route There is a limit of six requests per year Additional travel information is also available Allow three w...

Page 374: ...ogram for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Courtesy Transportation options are available to assist in reducing your inconvenience when warranty repairs are required Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Wa...

Page 375: ...pt for an overnight warranty repair Rental reimbursement will be limited and must be supported by original receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state provincial local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also b...

Page 376: ...ese parts is not known Such parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that warranty Aftermarket collision parts are also available These are made by companies other than GM and may not have been tested for the vehicle As a result these parts may fit poorly exhibit premature durability corrosion problems and may not perform properly in ...

Page 377: ...nvolved in the crash For emergency towing see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 6 Gather the following information Driver name address and telephone number Driver license number Owner name address and telephone number Vehicle license plate number Vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN Insurance company and policy number General description of the damage to the oth...

Page 378: ... control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on the engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgeably servic...

Page 379: ...Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicl...

Page 380: ...00 263 7854 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy This GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example the vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engi...

Page 381: ...n trivial crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and ...

Page 382: ...gy is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in vehicle transmitters for garage door openers RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal informati...

Page 383: ...diness Light 5 11 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 38 System Check 3 25 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 9 AM FM Radio 7 11 Antenna Multi Band 7 17 Satellite Radio 7 17 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 31 Warning Light 5 17 Appearance Care Exterior 10 90 Interior 10 94 Ashtrays 5 6 Assistance Program Roadside 13 6 Audio Players 7 18 CD 7 18 Audio System Radio Reception 7 16 Theft Deterrent Feature 7 2 Auto...

Page 384: ...9 41 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 3 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 24 Trunk 2 8 Winter Driving 9 9 Cargo Tie Downs 4 2 Cautions Danger and Warnings iv CD Player 7 18 Center Console Storage 4 2 Chains Tire 10 65 Charging System Light 5 13 Check Engine Light 5 13 Ignition Transmission Lock 10 28 Child Restraints I...

Page 385: ...3 4 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 12 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 D Damage Repair Collision 13 10 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 15 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light 5 23 Defensive Driving 9 2 Devices Auxiliary 7 20 Dome Lamps 6 5 Door Ajar Light 5 24 Ajar Messages 5 29 Locks 2 6 Power Locks ...

Page 386: ...While Parked 9 25 Starting 9 19 Engine Heater 9 21 Engine Oil Life System 10 12 Messages 5 30 Entry Lighting 6 6 Equipment Towing 9 51 Event Data Recorders 13 15 Exit Lighting 6 6 Extender Safety Belt 3 23 Exterior Lamp Controls 6 1 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 10 15 Flash to Pass 6 2 Flashers Hazard Warning 6 3 Flat Tire 10 65 Flat Tire Changing 10 75 Floor Mats 10 97 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...

Page 387: ...g Flashers 6 3 Head Restraints 3 2 Headlamps Aiming 10 30 Automatic 6 3 Bulb Replacement 10 30 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 2 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light 5 23 Flash to Pass 6 2 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 10 30 Headlamps cont High Beam On Light 5 22 High Low Beam Changer 6 2 Lamps On Reminder 5 23 Heated Front Seats 3 7 Heated Mirrors 2 12 Heater Engine 9 ...

Page 388: ...fter a Crash 3 56 Latch Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 49 Light StabiliTrak OFF 5 19 Lighter Cigarette 5 6 Lighting Entry 6 6 Exit 6 6 Illumination Control 6 5 Lights Airbag Readiness 5 11 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning 5 17 Brake System Warning 5 16 Lights cont Charging System 5 13 Cruise Control 5 23 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 5 23 Door Ajar 5 24 Engine Oil Pressure 5 21 Flash to Pas...

Page 389: ... 10 14 Messages Airbag System 5 32 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 28 Brake System 5 29 Compass 5 29 Door Ajar 5 29 Engine Cooling System 5 30 Engine Oil 5 30 Engine Power 5 31 Fuel System 5 31 Key and Lock 5 31 Lamp 5 31 Object Detection System 5 32 Ride Control System 5 32 Security 5 32 Service Vehicle 5 32 Starting the Vehicle 5 33 Tire 5 33 Transmission 5 34 Vehicle 5 27 5 28 Vehicle Reminder 5...

Page 390: ... of 9 23 Parking 9 24 Assist Ultrasonic 9 38 Brake 9 32 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 28 Over Things That Burn 9 24 Ultrasonic Sensor Light 5 18 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 12 Passenger Sensing System 3 33 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 10 3 Personalization Vehicle 5 34 Phone Bluetooth 7 23 7 24 7 28 Power Door Locks 2 7 Mirrors 2 12 Outlets 5 5 Protection Battery 6 6 ...

Page 391: ...eplacement Bulbs 10 36 Replacement Parts Airbags 3 40 Maintenance 11 8 Replacing Airbag System 3 40 Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash 3 56 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After a Crash 3 24 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 13 14 General Motors 13 14 U S Government 13 13 Restraints Where to Put 3 47 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 22 Ride Control Systems Messages 5 32 Roads D...

Page 392: ...1 1 Parts Identification Label 12 1 Publications Ordering Information 13 12 Scheduling Appointments 13 8 Vehicle Messages 5 32 Vehicle Soon Light 5 16 Servicing the Airbag 3 38 Shift Lock Control Function Check Automatic Transmission 10 27 Shifting Into Park 9 22 Out of Park 9 23 Sidemarker Bulb Replacement 10 32 Signals Turn and Lane Change 6 4 Spare Tire Compact 10 83 Specifications and Capaciti...

Page 393: ...57 Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 68 Sealant and Compressor Kit Storing 10 75 Sidewall Labeling 10 44 Terminology and Definitions 10 47 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 62 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 63 Wheel Replacement 10 64 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 58 Winter 10 43 Towing Driving Characteristics 9 46 Equipment 9 51 General Information 9 45 Towing cont Recreational Vehicle 10 87 Tra...

Page 394: ...icle Alarm System 2 9 Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 75 Tire Pressure 10 50 Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label 12 1 Ventilation Air 8 6 Visors 2 16 W Warning Brake System Light 5 16 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 7 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 3 Washer Fluid 10 22 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 63 Different S...

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