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Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual - 2013 - 1st - 5/2/12

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INDEX

R

Radio Frequency

Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . . 13-15
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15

Radios

AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-14
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12

Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . 5-3
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Recommended

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-33

Recommended Fluids and

Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12

Records

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-15

Recreational Vehicle

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-66

Reduced Engine Power

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19

Reimbursement Program,

GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27
Replacement Parts

Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-29
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-13

Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . 3-29
Replacing LATCH System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44

Replacing Safety Belt

System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-17

Reporting Safety Defects

Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-13
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-12

Restraints

Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-36

Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17

Roads

Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5

Roadside Assistance

Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5

Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-46
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-4
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21

S

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16
How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10

Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . .3-17
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . .3-15

Safety Defects Reporting

Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-13
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-12

Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . 13-7
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-54
Seats

Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Summary of Contents for 2013 Spark

Page 1: ... Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 6 Information Displays 5 21 Vehicle Messages 5 25 Vehicle Personalization 5 25 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 4 Lighting Features 6 5 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 8 Audio Players 7 15 Navigation 7 18 Phone 7 20 Downloadable Applications 7 29 Bluetooth Phone Devices 7 34 Tra...

Page 2: ...ervice and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Maintenance Schedule 11 2 Special Application Services 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 12 Maintenance Records 11 15 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects 13 12 Vehicle Data Recording and Pr...

Page 3: ...on 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 this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l adresse suivante Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48...

Page 4: ... or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean For...

Page 5: ...wner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 Introduction v Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure O Power Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak g StabiliTrak Off i Traction Control Off M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ...t 1 8 Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 9 Interior Lighting 1 9 Exterior Lighting 1 10 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 10 Climate Controls 1 11 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 11 Satellite Radio 1 11 Portable Audio Devices 1 12 Bluetooth 1 12 Steering Wheel Controls 1 12 Cruise Control 1 13 Driver Information Center DIC 1 13 Power Outlets 1 14 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System TCS 1 14 StabiliTra...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 9: ... page 5 2 14 Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 If Equipped 15 Heated Front Seats on page 3 5 If Equipped 16 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission on page 9 22 If Equipped or Manual Transmission on page 9 24 If Equipped 17 USB Port See Auxiliary Devices on page 7 16 18 Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 19 Traction Control System TCS on page 9 27 StabiliTrak System on page 9 29 Initial Drive In...

Page 10: ...or at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm Press 7 again to cancel the panic alarm See Keys on page 2 1 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 Door Locks To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle Use the key in the driver door to lock and unlock the door Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter if equipped to lock and unlock the doors See Remot...

Page 11: ...tgate lock or press Q or K on the RKE transmitter if equipped See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 Without RKE With RKE To lock or unlock the liftgate from the inside press Q or K To open the liftgate pull the handle and lift up When closing the liftgate use the pull cup See Liftgate on page 2 7 or Central Locking System on page 2 5 ...

Page 12: ...ive See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 17 and Power Windows on page 2 12 Seat Adjustment Manual Seats To adjust the seat 1 Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock the seat 2 Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar 3 Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place See Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 Seat Height Adjuster If availabl...

Page 13: ...o make sure it is locked See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 4 Second Row Seats The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space See Rear Seats on page 3 6 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating position change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping t...

Page 14: ...ensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 24 for important information The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the center display when the vehicle is started See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 10 Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Manual Outside Mirrors If equipped move the control up down or side to side to adjust the mirror See Manual Mirrors on page 2 10...

Page 15: ...view mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the vehicle Manual Rearview Mirror Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the st...

Page 16: ...tomatically turn off when the ignition key is turned off See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 and Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 6 2 Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is on the right side of the steering column Move the lever to one of the following positions HI Use for fast wipes LO Use for slow wipes INT Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes then turn the x...

Page 17: ...n page 7 5 Storing a Favorite Station Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order Up to six stations can be stored 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 button 1 6 until a beep is heard For more information see Storing a Station as a Favorite in AM FM Radio on p...

Page 18: ...nding on the audio system See Auxiliary Devices on page 7 16 Bluetooth The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to make and receive hands free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls The Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired with the in vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions See Bluetooth ...

Page 19: ...rease or decrease the volume Cruise Control I Press to turn the cruise control system on and off RES Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or press and hold to accelerate SET Press to set the speed and activate cruise control or make the vehicle decelerate Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory See Cruise Control on page 9 30 Driver...

Page 20: ... started To turn off traction control press and release the TCS StabiliTrak button g on the center stack i illuminates in the instrument cluster Press and release the TCS StabiliTrak button g again to turn traction control back on i goes off in the instrument cluster See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 27 StabiliTrak System The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehic...

Page 21: ...o be inflated to the proper pressure The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance Maintain the correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 42 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit This vehicle may have a tire sealant and compressor kit that can be used to seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire Significant sidewall damage will require the tire to be replace...

Page 22: ... Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Roadside Assistance Program U S 1 800 243 8872 TTY Users U S Only 1 888 889 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 Roadside Assistance and OnStar If the vehicle has an a...

Page 23: ...zer Operation 2 9 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 10 Manual Mirrors 2 10 Power Mirrors 2 11 Folding Mirrors 2 11 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 11 Windows Windows 2 12 Power Windows 2 12 Sun Visors 2 13 Keys and Locks Keys WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed They could operate the power wi...

Page 24: ...ton on the RKE transmitter to extend the key Press the button and the key blade to retract the key See your dealer if a new key is needed If it becomes difficult to turn the key inspect the key blade for debris Periodically clean with a brush or pick If you are locked out of the vehicle see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 With an active OnStar subscription an OnStar Advisor may remotely u...

Page 25: ...Operation The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m 195 ft away from the vehicle Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System on page 2 3 The following buttons are on the transmitter Q Lock Press once to lock all doors and the liftgate The turn signal indicators may flash and or the horn may sound to indicate locking If any door is open when Q is...

Page 26: ...n transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed See your dealer to have new transmitters programmed Battery Replacement The battery is not rechargeable To replace the battery 1 Push the button on the transmitter to extend the key 2 Remove the battery cover by prying it with a finger 3 Remove the battery by pushing on the battery and sliding it toward the key blade 4 Inser...

Page 27: ...op of the door panel Central Locking System This system allows the doors and liftgate to be locked and unlocked by using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or by using the key in the driver door See Door Locks on page 2 4 and Liftgate on page 2 7 Door Ajar Reminder If one of the doors or the liftgate is not closed properly while the ignition is on the door ajar light on the instrument cluste...

Page 28: ...afety locks are engaged could damage your vehicle Do not pull the inside door handle while the rear door safety locks are engaged The rear doors on the vehicle cannot be opened from the inside while this feature is in use Opening a Rear Door When the Safety Lock is On 1 Unlock the door from the inside 2 Open the door from the outside For the rear doors to open from the inside the safety locks have...

Page 29: ... air outlets on or under the instrument panel Continued WARNING CONTINUED Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 21 N...

Page 30: ...the liftgate pull the handle and lift up When closing the liftgate use the pull cup See Central Locking System on page 2 5 Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has an anti theft alarm system The indicator light on the center stack indicates the status of the system ...

Page 31: ...ansmitter in the vehicle The alarm will stop after 30 seconds and reset to the activated anti theft mode If the system does not operate as described above have it checked by your dealer Immobilizer See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Immobilizer Operation T...

Page 32: ... theft deterrent system and have a new key made Do not leave the key 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 y...

Page 33: ...o the center when done Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors The vehicle has manual folding mirrors These mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold pull the mirror toward the vehicle Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror To adjust the inside rearview mirror hold the rearview mirro...

Page 34: ...re up To reduce the sound open a front window Power Windows WARNING Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent operation of the windows See Keys on page 2 1 The switches on the driver door control all windows In addition each pas...

Page 35: ...the driver position Press v to activate the window lockout Press v again to deactivate the window lockout Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block out glare Detach the sun visor from the center mount and swing it to the side Visor Vanity Mirror The vehicle may have vanity mirrors and card holders on the back of the sun visors Swing down the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror ...

Page 36: ...Black plate 14 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 2 14 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES ...

Page 37: ...System Airbag System 3 17 Where Are the Airbags 3 19 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 21 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 22 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 22 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 23 Passenger Sensing System 3 24 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 28 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 28 Airbag System Check 3 29 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash 3 ...

Page 38: ...ting positions 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 chances 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 head restraint press the button loca...

Page 39: ...ess the button located on the top of the seatback and push the head restraint down Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat see Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 37 Front Seats Seat Adjustment ...

Page 40: ...at 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 2 Move the seatback to the desired position and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully withou...

Page 41: ...your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving Front Seat Armrest There is an armrest on the inboard side of the driver seat To raise or lower the armrest push up or pull down on the arm...

Page 42: ...ress L or M to heat the driver or passenger seat The indicator light on the control turns on when this feature is on Press the control again to turn this feature off The passenger seat may take longer to heat up Rear Seats Folding the Seatback Either side of the seatback can be folded down for more cargo space Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving Notice Folding a rear seat with the ...

Page 43: ...le 4 Pull up the release knob on the top of the seatback 5 Fold the seatback forward and down 6 Repeat Steps 1 5 for the other seatback and seat cushion if desired Raising the Seatback 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 WARNING A...

Page 44: ...he hole on the side trim before raising the seatback The safety belt should not cross the seatback locking mechanism when raising the seatback 2 Lift the seatback up slightly and reinstall the head restraint See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 37 3 Push the seatback rearward all the way to lock it in place 4 Push and pul...

Page 45: ...a inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas Continued WARNING CONTINUED are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Always wear a safety belt and check that all passenger s are restrained properly too This vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buc...

Page 46: ...r Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size There are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on page 3 30 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 32 Follow those rules for everyone s protection It is very important for all occupants to...

Page 47: ...lder belt over an armrest Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder 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 i...

Page 48: ... to the height that is right for you See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster in this section for instructions on use and important safety information 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should ...

Page 49: ...for front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal near frontal side or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met Pretensioners if equipped work only once If the pretensioners activate in a crash th...

Page 50: ...e guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 4 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 5 The elastic cord on the comfort guide is adjustable You can make it longer or shorter by squeezing both ends of the plastic adjuster and pulling on the elastic cord or the guide 6 Adjust the gui...

Page 51: ...he safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide Un hook the guide from the loop on the seat Store the guide in a convenient place like the glove box for the next time it is needed Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Sa...

Page 52: ...ing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Safety System Check Now and then check that the safety belt reminder light safety belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are all working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system fr...

Page 53: ...e the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash Have the safety belt pretensioners if equipped checked if the vehicle has been in a crash or if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or while you are driving See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 9 Airbag Syst...

Page 54: ...bout the airbag system WARNING You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt even with airbags Airbags are designed to work with safety belts not replace them Also airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash In some crashes safety belts are the only restraint See When Should an Airbag Inflate on page 3 21 Wearing your safety belt during a crash hel...

Page 55: ...t system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in the Continued WARNING CONTINUED vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 3 30 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 32 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol ...

Page 56: ...ger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door The roof rail airbags for the driver right front passenger and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Rear Seat Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The second row seat mounted side impact airbags are in the sides of the rear seatback closest to the door WARNING If something is between an occupant and an...

Page 57: ...h is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling It depends on what is hit the direction of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds depending on whether the vehicle hits an object straight ...

Page 58: ...ide or in a severe frontal impact In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle damage or repair costs What Makes an Airbag Inflate In a deployment event the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover The inflato...

Page 59: ...or does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle WARNING When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get f...

Page 60: ... a crash See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on page 13 13 and Event Data Recorders on page 13 14 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 front outboard passenger position The passenger airbag status indi...

Page 61: ...reat if the airbag inflates WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat ...

Page 62: ...ults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that s...

Page 63: ...outboard passenger seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat Use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 3 P...

Page 64: ...r and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13 11 WARNING For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Avoid ye...

Page 65: ...fferent Size Tires and Wheels on page 10 50 for additional important information If you have to modify your vehicle because you have a disability and have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehicle s airbag system or if you have questions about whether the airbag system will be affected if the vehicle is modified for any other reason call Customer Assistance See Customer Ass...

Page 66: ... Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s safety belts The manufacturer s instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster Use a booster seat with a lap shoulder belt until the child passes the below fit test Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no return to the bo...

Page 67: ...nt system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly WARNING Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt The safety belt cannot properly spread the impact forces In a crash they can be crushed ...

Page 68: ... shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children 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 in...

Page 69: ... back as it will go Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child 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 mo...

Page 70: ... still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Continued WARNING CONTINUED 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 crash young chi...

Page 71: ...cle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system following the 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 t...

Page 72: ...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 properly secured in the child restraint Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics children and infants are safer whe...

Page 73: ...straint is properly secured Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint you may not be able to access adjacent safety belt assemblies or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restraints Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the child restraint prevents access to or interferes with the routing of the safety belt Wherever you install a c...

Page 74: ... how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in your vehicle Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments Lower Anchors Lower anchors 1 are metal bars built into the vehicle There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments 2 Top Teth...

Page 75: ...Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations I Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors H Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors To assist in locating the lower anchors each seating posi...

Page 76: ... a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to anchors the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Install a LATCH type child restraint properly using the anchors or use the vehicle safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual...

Page 77: ... attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer i...

Page 78: ...ng the top tether Place the cargo cover on the floor of the cargo area The cargo cover should remain off while the top tether is in use 2 3 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If you are using a single tether in an outboard seating position and the head restraint has been removed route the tether over the seatback If...

Page 79: ...osts 3 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation The rear outboard head restraints can be removed if they interfere with the prope...

Page 80: ...sts must face the driver side of the vehicle 2 Push the head restraint down If necessary press the height adjustment release button to further lower the head restraint See Head Restraints on page 3 2 3 Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system ma...

Page 81: ...al airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag s no system is fail s...

Page 82: ...Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag the off indicator on the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 10 2 Put the child restraint on the seat...

Page 83: ...t of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 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 ...

Page 84: ...child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say If more than one child restraint needs to be installed ...

Page 85: ...actor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 5 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten th...

Page 86: ...n 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 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 ...

Page 87: ...argo Net 4 2 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System 4 3 Storage Compartments Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover WARNING An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle The cargo cover can be used to cover items in the rear of the vehicle ...

Page 88: ... cover 1 Align the cargo cover 3 on the trim panel edge 2 on both sides and push it forward locking the cargo cover into the hooks 1 2 Reconnect both of the cords to the hooks at the top of the liftgate Shopping Bag Hooks The vehicle has a shopping bag hook under the front seat headrests Lift the headrests to access the hook Cargo Net The cargo net is located in the trunk and used to store small l...

Page 89: ... Notice Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 75 kg 165 lbs or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails making sure to fasten cargo securely To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehic...

Page 90: ...Black plate 4 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 4 4 Storage 2 NOTES ...

Page 91: ...p 5 11 Service Vehicle Soon Light 5 14 Owner Manual Indicator 5 14 Brake System Warning Light 5 14 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 15 Up Shift Light 5 15 Power Steering Warning Light 5 16 Traction Off Light 5 16 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 16 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 17 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 17 Tire Pressure Light 5 17 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 1...

Page 92: ...ing wheel or SEEK Next Previous Press to go to the next or previous radio station song on an iPod or file on a USB device if equipped 5 g Push to Talk Vehicles with a Bluetooth or OnStar press to interact with those systems See Bluetooth Overview on page 7 20 or Bluetooth Infotainment Controls on page 7 21 or OnStar Overview on page 14 1 R Mute End Call Press to silence the vehicle speakers only P...

Page 93: ... on page 10 22 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools 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 When the windshield wiper lever is released additional wipes may occur de...

Page 94: ...ton and select Time and Data Settings 2 Select Set Time or Set Date 3 Turn the Menu Tune knob to the desired value 4 Press the Menu Tune knob to select the value 5 Turn the Menu Tune knob to change the desired value 6 To save and return to the Time Settings menu press BACK button at any time Setting the 12 24 Hour Format 1 Press the H or CONFIG button and select Time and Date Settings 2 Select Set...

Page 95: ... cover to access and replace when not in use WARNING Power is always supplied to the outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death Notice Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery Always unplug electrical equipment when no...

Page 96: ... on when 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 gauge...

Page 97: ...Black plate 7 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 Instruments and Controls 5 7 Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission Shown Metric and Manual Transmission Similar ...

Page 98: ...he fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left when the ignition is turned to ON RUN When the tank nears empty the low fuel warning light will come on There is still a little fuel left but the vehicle s fuel tank should be filled soon See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 5 19 for more information An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates on which side of the vehicle the fuel door is located Here are...

Page 99: ...ator See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 24 When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the passenger safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the li...

Page 100: ...th the airbag system a Driver Information Center DIC message may also come on See Vehicle Messages on page 5 25 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 24 for important safety information The center display has a passenger airbag status indicator United States Canada When the vehicle is started the passenger airbag status ...

Page 101: ... right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 9 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on and the engine is not running as a check to show it is working It should go out when the engine is started If it stays on or comes on while driving there may be a problem with the electrical charging syst...

Page 102: ...h other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect the vehicle s emission controls and can cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 This light comes on durin...

Page 103: ... off See Recommended Fuel on page 9 33 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 Depending on where you live your vehicle may be required to participate in an emission control sys...

Page 104: ... on take the vehicle to your dealer for service as soon as possible Owner Manual Indicator This symbol is shown when you need to see the owner manual for additional instructions or information Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits If one circuit is not working the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle For normal braking performance bo...

Page 105: ...mes on briefly when the engine is started If the light stays on turn the ignition to LOCK OFF or if the light comes on stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service See your dealer If the regular brake system warning light is not on the brakes will still work b...

Page 106: ...en turns off The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System TCS has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS StabiliTrak button This light and the StabiliTrak OFF light come on when StabiliTrak is turned off If the TCS is off wheel spin is not limited Adjust driving accordingly See Traction Control System TCS on page 9 27 and StabiliTrak System on page 9 29 StabiliTrak O...

Page 107: ...StabiliTrak system is actively working See StabiliTrak System on page 9 29 and Traction Control System TCS on page 9 27 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by the dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off Notice Driving with the engine coolant temperature warning light o...

Page 108: ...your dealer Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine Driving with the engine oil low can also damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Check the oil level as soon as possible Add oil if required but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low have the vehicle serviced Always follow the maintenance sche...

Page 109: ...ion on page 2 9 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 Wait for 10 seconds and restart the vehicle Th...

Page 110: ...ay on the top of the center stack comes on when the front fog lamps are in use The light goes out when the front fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 6 3 Lamps On Reminder The lamps on reminder light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Cruise Control Light For vehicles with cruise control the cruise control light is white when the cruise con...

Page 111: ...sages if a system problem is detected See Vehicle Messages on page 5 25 All messages appear in the DIC display in the instrument cluster DIC Operation and Displays The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the right side of the instrument cluster DIC Buttons MENU Press to display the DIC menus Some items display in the upper display area some in the lower dis...

Page 112: ... trip odometer To reset the trip odometer press and hold SET CLR while the trip odometer is being displayed Menu 1 Press MENU until the lower display area flashes Use w or x to scroll through the menu items Not all items are available on every vehicle The following is a list of all possible menu items Average Fuel Economy Fuel Range Instantaneous Fuel Economy Average Speed Timer Average Fuel Econo...

Page 113: ...r gallon mpg This number reflects only the fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change Unlike average economy this display cannot be reset Average Speed English Shown Metric Similar This display shows the average speed To reset the average speed to zero press and hold the SET CLR button while the average speed is displayed Timer This display can ...

Page 114: ...ife additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 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 than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil ...

Page 115: ...ght Position Lamp 23 Reversing Lamp Failure 24 License Plate Lamp Failure 25 Left Front Turn Indicator Failure 26 Left Rear Turn Indicator Failure 27 Right Front Turn Indicator Failure 28 Right Rear Turn Indicator Failure 58 Winter Tire Recognition 65 Theft Attempted 75 Service AC System 81 Service Transmission 82 Change Engine Oil Soon 89 Service Vehicle Soon 95 Service Airbag Vehicle Personaliza...

Page 116: ... Settings Select the Time and Data Settings menu and the following may be displayed Set Time Set Data Set Time Format Set Date Format Auto Time Adjust Set Time Select this to manually set the time 1 Turn the Menu Tune knob to the desired value 2 Press the Menu Tune knob to select the value 3 Turn the Menu Tune knob to change the desired value 4 To save and return to the Time Settings menu press BA...

Page 117: ...o that the volume level is consistent 1 Turn the Menu Tune knob to the desired value 2 Press the Menu Tune knob to select the value Maximum Startup Volume Select this to manually set the startup volume of the radio 1 Turn the Menu Tune knob to increase or decrease the value 2 To save press the Menu Tune or BACK button Radio Favorites This feature allows for the manually setting of the number of fa...

Page 118: ... outside 1 Turn the Menu Tune knob to the desired time 2 Press the Menu Tune knob to select Power Door Locks Select Power Door Locks and the following may be displayed Auto Door Unlock Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out Delayed Door Lock Auto Door Unlock This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P Park select from All Doors Driver Door or Off 1...

Page 119: ...g K on the RKE transmitter select from All Doors or Driver Door When set to Driver Door the driver door will unlock the first timeK is pressed and all doors will unlock when the button is pressed a second time When set to All Doors all of the doors will unlock at the first press ofK 1 Turn the Menu Tune knob to the desired selection 2 Press the Menu Tune knob to select Vehicle Factory Settings Sel...

Page 120: ... Rear Zone Temp Air Quality Sensor Air Conditioning Mode Auto Defog Auto Rear Defog Auto Cooled Vented Seats Auto Heated Seats Remote Start Auto Seat Cool Remote Start Heated Seats Auto Fan Speed This allows the selection of the automatic fan speed It can be adjusted to run lower or higher than normal Press Auto Fan Speed when highlighted Select Low Medium or High Press 4 Auto Compartment Zone Tem...

Page 121: ...n the rear window defogger when it is cold outside Press Auto Rear Defog when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Auto Cooled Vented Seats When on this feature will turn the cooled seats on when using remote start on warm days Press Auto Cooled Vented Seats when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Auto Heated Seats When on this feature will turn the heated seats on Press Auto Heated Seats when h...

Page 122: ...ss Easy Exit Driver Seat when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Auto Parking Mirror Tilt This allows the selection of the reverse tilt mirror feature on or off When on both the driver and passenger mirrors will tilt downward when vehicle is shifted to R Reverse to improve visibility of the ground near the rear wheels They will return to their previous driving position when the vehicle is shifte...

Page 123: ...splayed Vehicle Locator Lights Exit Lighting Vehicle Locator Lights This allows the vehicle locator lights to be turned on or off The vehicle locator lights come on when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Press Vehicle Locator Lights when highlighted Select Off 30 Sec 60 Sec or 120 Sec Press 4 Exit Lighting This allows selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the v...

Page 124: ...lighted Select On or Off Press 4 Lock Unlock Settings Select Lock Unlock Settings and the following may be displayed Passive Entry Unlock Passive Entry Lock Sliding Door Selection Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Lock Light Horn Feedback Remote Door Unlock Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors Relock Unlocked Doors Memory Remote Recall Remote Start Remote Left in Vehicle Reminder Passive Entry Lock Th...

Page 125: ...emotely Unlocked Doors when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Relock Unlocked Door When on the doors will automatically lock after a period of time not entering or exiting the vehicle Press Relock Unlocked Door when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Memory Remote Recall This allows the Memory Remote Recall feature to be turned on or off When on this feature will recall the current driver s l...

Page 126: ...hting Sport Suspension This feature will turn on the sport suspension feature Press Sport Suspension when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Powertrain Performance This feature will turn on the powertrain performance feature Press Powertrain Performance when highlighted Select On or Off Press 4 Sport Steering This feature will turn on the sport steering feature on Press Sport Steering when highl...

Page 127: ...r T select the desired volume between 9 21 Press 4 About Select the About menu and the following will be displayed System Version Legal Information System Version Press System Version when highlighted to view the version of the infotainment system Press 4 Legal Information Press Legal Information when highlighted to view the Open source information Press 4 DivX VOD Press DivX VOD when highlighted ...

Page 128: ...Black plate 38 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 5 38 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES ...

Page 129: ...ontrol is on the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column There are three positions 3 Headlamps Turns on the headlamps together with the following Taillamps License Plate Lamp Instrument Panel Lights Parking Lamps Parking Lamps Turns on the parking lamps together with the taillamps license plate lamp and instrument panel lights OFF Turns all the lamps off except the Daytime Runnin...

Page 130: ... to see the front of your vehicle during the day Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system makes the headlamps come on when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp band is in OFF or parking lamp position The parking brake is released This indicator light in the center stack display comes on when the DRL sys...

Page 131: ...lane change Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change Hold it there until the lane change is completed The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Replace any bur...

Page 132: ... are turned off the fog lamps will turn on again Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen The thumbwheel is to the left of the steering column on the instrument panel D Instrument Panel Brightness...

Page 133: ...on after the door is closed for a set amount of time then automatically turn off To turn on the exterior lamps while the ignition is off 1 Open the drivers door 2 Pull and release the turn lever The headlamps parking lamps and back up lamps will turn on for a set amount of time then automatically turn off This feature can be changed See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 25 Battery Power Protection...

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Page 135: ...nk Stitcher 7 33 Bluetooth Phone Devices Pictures and Movies Audio System 7 34 Pictures and Movies Picture System 7 39 Pictures and Movies Movie System 7 40 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 7 43 Introduction Infotainment Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features WARNING Taking your eyes off the road fo...

Page 136: ... systems and could damage them Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone equipment Theft Deterrent Feature The infotainment system has an electronic security system installed to prevent theft The infotainment system only works in the vehicle in which it was first installed and cannot be used in another vehicle Overview Radio Without Touchscreen 1 O VOL Power Volume Press to turn the...

Page 137: ...y playing song on an external audio device 7 SEEK Previous Press to seek the previous station Press and hold to reverse through the currently playing song on an external audio device 8 AUX Auxiliary Press to access the auxiliary input device 9 RADIO BAND Press to select AM FM or band Press to select the radio when listening to a different audio source 10 H Clock Press to enter the time and date se...

Page 138: ... See Home Page Radio with Touchscreen on page 7 4 Home Page Radio with Touchscreen Touchscreen Buttons Touchscreen buttons show on the screen when available When a function is unavailable the button may gray out When a function is selected the button may highlight Home Page Features Press F to go to the Home Page e audio Press to select AM FM SiriusXM if equipped USB iPod Bluetooth Audio or AUX G ...

Page 139: ... multifunction knobs and menus shown on the display Turning the System On or Off O VOL Power Volume Press to turn the radio on and off Automatic Switch Off If the infotainment system has been turned on after the ignition is turned off the system will turn off automatically after 10 minutes Volume Control O VOL Power Volume Turn to adjust the volume 5 Phone Mute Press 5 to activate OnStar See OnSta...

Page 140: ...UNE knob to save the setting Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu Adjusting the EQ Equalizer 1 Press the TONE button 2 Turn the MENU TUNE knob to EQ 3 Press the MENU TUNE knob Turn the MENU TUNE knob to select one of the following then press the MENU TUNE knob to select it OFF Pop Rock Classical Talk Country Press the BACK button to go back to the Tone Settings menu System Se...

Page 141: ...h Off If the infotainment system has been turned on after the ignition is turned off the system will turn off automatically after 10 minutes Volume Control z VOL y Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume or press the volume bar Mute Press z VOL y then press to mute and unmute the system System Settings Auto Volume This feature automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road a...

Page 142: ...ff Turn to increase or decrease the volume MENU TUNE Turn to change the radio station RADI BAND Press to select AM and FM INFO Press to display additional information that may be available for the current song FAV 123 Press to open the favorites list and select a favorite page Preset Buttons 1 6 Press to select preset stations Radio Broadcast Data System RBDS RBDS is a service by FM stations that ...

Page 143: ...List There are two ways to select a station from the Favorites List Continue pressing the FAV 123 button to select the desired favorite preset page From AM or FM turn the MENU TUNE knob to select the Favorites List then press to select The Favorites List information will be displayed Turn the MENU TUNE knob to move to the desired station from the Favorites List then press to receive the station St...

Page 144: ...ations from all bands can be stored in any order in the favorite pages Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page Storing Stations Press the FAV 123 button to select the desired page of saved favorites To store the station to a position in the list press the corresponding preset button 1 6 until a beep is heard Playing the Radio with Touchscreen Audio Source Menu z VOL y Volume Press t...

Page 145: ... If the radio station is not known Press g SEEK l to automatically search for available radio stations Hold and drag to the left or right of the radio station to automatically search for available radio stations Manual Tuning Continue pressing q TUNE r to manually change the radio station Favorite List From the AM or FM menu press favorite list on the screen Press Q or R to scroll through the list...

Page 146: ...age of saved favorites 3 Hold down any of the preset buttons to save the current radio station to that button of the selected favorites page To change a preset button tune to the new desired radio station and hold the button Satellite Radio Vehicles with a SiriusXM Satellite Radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM Satellite subscription can receive SiriusXM programming SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service Si...

Page 147: ...forward in the same category then release the button at the desired channel Using the Preset Buttons Up to seven favorites pages can be saved and each page can store up to five channels To change a preset button tune to the new desired channel and hold the button Listening to Preset Channels 1 Continue pressing S or T to select the desired favorites page 2 Press the preset button to listen to the ...

Page 148: ...n page 7 5 2 Press OK Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as mobile phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the item from the accessory power outlet FM FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km 10 to 40 mi Alt...

Page 149: ...stem can play music or movies by connecting an auxiliary device to the USB port if equipped USB Support The USB connector is in the center console and uses the USB 2 0 standard USB Supported Devices USB Flash Drives Portable USB Hard Drives 2G 5G iPod nano 1G 3G iPod touch 120GB 160GB iPod classic 3G 3GS 4 4S iPhone Not all iPods and USB drives are compatible with the USB port Make sure the iPod h...

Page 150: ...e Auxiliary Input Jack Settings menus and functions may vary depending on vehicle options The auxiliary input jack in the center stack can be used to connect external audio devices such as an iPod iPhone MP3 player CD player and other supported devices for use as another source for audio listening This input jack is not an audio output do not plug headphones into the front auxiliary input jack Rad...

Page 151: ...vie 3 Press Source R 4 Press USB Movie For iPod iPhone connect the iPod iPhone to the AUX input terminal by using the AUX cable for iPod iPhone to play movie files Using the AUX Movie Menu 1 Press MENU from the AUX movie screen The AUX menu is displayed 2 Press the desired menu tone settings Adjust the sound setup See Tone Settings under Radio Controls with Touchscreen in Operation on page 7 5 clo...

Page 152: ...ation voice commands Requires the available Directions and Connections service plan Q Press to connect to an Advisor Verify account information or update contact information Get driving directions Requires the available Directions and Connections service plan Receive On Demand Diagnostics for a check on the vehicle s key operating systems Receive Roadside Assistance Press to connect to an Emergenc...

Page 153: ...on for about five seconds the current Turn by Turn Navigation information is displayed Press repeat to repeat the Turn by Turn Navigation voice guidance While the route is calculating the Cancel route menu is only activated Blue OnStar Press Q to be connected to a specially trained OnStar Advisor who can verify account information and answer questions about the system Emergency With Automatic Cras...

Page 154: ...nes See Pairing in this section See Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers in this section WARNING When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too long or too often at the screen of the phone or the infotainment navigation system Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death Focus your attention on driving Vehicles with a Bluetooth syste...

Page 155: ...r decrease the volume Audio System When using the Bluetooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system Use the volume bar during a call to change the volume level The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls The system maintains a minimum volume level Bluetooth Infotainment Controls To use infotainment controls to access the m...

Page 156: ...d infotainment system are successfully paired the phone book is downloaded automatically However the phone book may not be downloaded automatically according to the type of the phone In this case proceed with the phonebook download on phone Pairing a Phone When there is no paired device on the infotainment system and the Simple Secure Pairing SSP is supported 1 Press D 2 Press telephone then press...

Page 157: ...ing a Phone When there is no paired device on the infotainment system and the SSP is not supported 1 Press D 2 Press telephone then press Yes 3 Press Search Bluetooth Device 4 Press the desired device to pair on the searched list screen 5 Input the PIN code default 1234 to the Bluetooth device When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired the telephone screen is display...

Page 158: ...nds free function is enabled The 5 indicates only Bluetooth music is enabled Connecting a Bluetooth Device 1 Press D 2 Select settings 3 Press connection settings 4 Press bluetooth settings 5 Press pair device 6 Press the device to be paired 7 Press OK Checking the Bluetooth Connection 1 Press D 2 Select settings 3 Press connection settings 4 Press bluetooth settings 5 Press pair device 6 The pair...

Page 159: ...hone music the music is discontinued The audio streaming function may not be supported in some Bluetooth phones Only one function can be used at a time between the Bluetooth hands free or Phone music function For example if you convert to the Bluetooth hands free while playing Phone music the music is discontinued Playing music from the car is not possible when there are no music files stored in t...

Page 160: ... quickly when playing Bluetooth music Conditions that may occur when playing Bluetooth music It takes some time to transmit data from the cell phone to the infotainment system If the cell phone or Bluetooth device is not in the waiting screen mode it may not automatically play despite being carried out from the Bluetooth music play mode The infotainment system transmits the order to play from the ...

Page 161: ... Phone Controls Use the buttons on the infotainment system and the steering wheel to operate the Hands Free Phone system Steering Wheel Controls Steering wheel controls can be used to Answer incoming calls Confirm system information End a call Decline a call Cancel an operation Make outgoing calls using the call list 5 g Push to Talk Press to answer incoming calls and to confirm system information...

Page 162: ...steering wheel controls or press Reject on the screen Using the Phone Book Menu 1 Press Phone Book on the telephone screen 2 Press Q or R to scroll through the list 3 Select the phone book entry to call 4 Press the number to dial Searching for Phone Book Entries 1 Press Phone Book on the telephone screen 2 Press 9 on the phone book screen 3 Use the keypad to input the name to search For details re...

Page 163: ...ready stored on the cell phone can be used for speed dial calls Up to two digit speed dial numbers are supported For two digit speed dial numbers press and hold the second digit to make a call to the speed dial number Downloadable Applications Smartphone Link Overview Before Using Smartphone link If equipped the vehicle can connect to Pandora and Stitcher SmartRadio through the infotainment system...

Page 164: ...he infotainment system fails to activate the application on your iPod iPhone connected through the USB port the error message is displayed as Unable to start application possible reasons Your iPhone is locked To resolve unlock the iPhone You have another active application open To resolve close the other active application You have not installed the application on your iPhone To resolve install th...

Page 165: ...possible to switch between the two applications using the smartphone list menu Press iPhone or bluetooth phone on the smartphone list menu to switch to the desired device Displaying or Hiding Application Icons To display or hide application icons on the smartphone link menu 1 Press D 2 Press smartphone link 3 Press SETTINGS 4 Press the desired application icon to hide or display it on the smartpho...

Page 166: ...nus Creating Stations from Currently Playing Music 1 Press MENU The Pandora menu is displayed 2 Press create station 3 Press from currently playing 4 Press Artist or Track 5 Press the desired station The station is added into the Pandora menu automatically Creating Stations by Searching by Artist or Track 1 Press MENU The Pandora menu is displayed 2 Press create station 3 Press enter artist track ...

Page 167: ...r application on the smartphone 2 Connect the smartphone to the infotainment system through the USB port or Bluetooth wireless technology iPhone USB connection Android phone BlackBerry phone Bluetooth wireless technology 3 Activate the Stitcher application 4 Press D 5 Press smartphone link 6 Press Stitcher 7 Press Stitcher If the smartphone is not connected to the infotainment system or the applic...

Page 168: ...Music files with mp3 wma ogg and wav file name extensions can be played MP3 files that can be played are Bit rate 8 kbps 320 kbps Sampling frequency 48 kHz 44 1 kHz 32 kHz 24 kHz 22 05 kHz and 16 kHz Files with a bit rate above 128 kbps will result in higher quality sound ID3 Tag information for MP3 files such as the album name and the artist can be played To display album title track title and ar...

Page 169: ...y be connected for playing music movies viewing photo files or upgrading Do not use the USB terminal to charge USB accessory equipment The heat generated may cause performance issues or damage Store files in the top level drive of the USB storage device When the logical drive is separated from the device only the USB music files from the top level logical drive can be played Music files stored on ...

Page 170: ...ck functions and the information displayed may be different when played on the infotainment system Refer to the table for the classification items related to the search function provided by the iPod iPhone USB Player Playing Music from a USB Device Connect the USB device to the USB port Play will start automatically after the system has finished reading the USB device If a non readable USB device ...

Page 171: ...iles repeatedly OFF Returns to normal playback Playing a File Randomly Press u during playback NO Plays all files randomly OFF Returns to normal playback Viewing Information on the Currently Playing File Press the title during playback to display information about the current file playing The information displayed includes the title file name folder name and artist album saved with the song Incorr...

Page 172: ...ice select another function then remove the device Pause Press j to pause Press r to resume Changing to Next Previous Song Press l to change to the next song Press g within two seconds of the playback time to play the previous file Returning to the Beginning of the Current File Press g after two seconds of the playback time Scanning Forward or Backward Press and hold g or l during playback to rewi...

Page 173: ...gs under Radio Controls with Touchscreen in Operation on page 7 5 Pictures and Movies Picture System The Infotainment system can view picture files that are stored on a USB device Picture System Information Caution For Using Picture Files File size JPG Within 64 to 5 000 pixels Width and 64 to 5 000 pixels Height BMP PNG GIF Within 64 to 1 024 pixels Width and 64 to 1 024 pixels Height File extens...

Page 174: ...e picture screen 2 Press the appropriate menu picture file list lists all picture files sort by title shows pictures in title order sort by date shows pictures in date order slide show time allows selection of the slide show interval clock temp display allows selection of On or Off to show the clock and temperature on the full screen display setting adjusts for Brightness and Contrast 3 Press 4 to...

Page 175: ...creen If the USB device is already connected 1 Press D 2 Press picture movie 3 Press SourceR 4 Press USB movie Movie is not available while driving Viewing Slide Show From the picture screen press z The slide show will start to play Press the screen to cancel the slide show during the slide show playback The last played audio source will play as background music during the slide show playback Paus...

Page 176: ... tone settings shows the sound setup See Tone Settings under Radio Controls with Touchscreen in Operation on page 7 5 3 Press 4 to exit Subtitle Language If the movie file has a subtitle language it can be viewed Press q from the movie screen Press S or T on the pop up screen Press r to close the pop up screen If there is only one subtitle language it can be set to On Off Audio Language If the mov...

Page 177: ...vX DivX Certified and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license Made for iPod and Made for iPhone mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S ...

Page 178: ...ine Service or any of its content Furthermore the AMBER voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems Inc General Requirements 1 A License Agreement from SiriusXM is required for any product that incorporates SiriusXM Technology and or for use of any of the SiriusXM mark...

Page 179: ...fogger 6 Air Delivery Mode Control A Fan Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed Turning the fan control to 0 turns the fan off The fan must be turned on to run the air conditioning compressor Air Delivery Mode Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to change the current airflow mode Temperature Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or ...

Page 180: ...mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle Press the button to turn the recirculation mode on An indicator light comes on to show that the recirculation is on Press the button again to return to outside air mode Using the recirculation mode for extended periods may cause the windows to fog If this...

Page 181: ... stop the airflow Additional air vents are located beneath the windshield and the driver and passenger side door windows and in the footwells These 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...

Page 182: ...side air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 To find out what type of filter to use see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11 13 1 Open the glove box completely and pull it up by each side to remove 2 Push the two tabs upwards and release the latches holding the service door Lift the service...

Page 183: ...RAP 9 17 Shifting Into Park 9 17 Shifting out of Park 9 19 Parking 9 20 Parking over Things That Burn 9 20 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 21 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 21 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 22 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 9 24 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 25 Parking Brake 9 26 Brake Assist 9 26 Ride Control Systems Traction Control System TCS ...

Page 184: ...cle features before driving such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings Program all trip information into any navigation device prior to driving Wait until the vehicle is parked to retrieve items that have fallen to the floor Stop or park the vehicle to tend to children Keep pets in an appropriate carrier or restraint Avoid stressful conversations wh...

Page 185: ...rake pedal is perception time Actually doing it is reaction time Average driver reaction time is about three quarters of a second In that time a vehicle moving at 100 km h 60 mph travels 20 m 66 ft which could be a lot of distance in an emergency Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you Avoid needless heavy braking Keep pace with...

Page 186: ...encies There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand The Antilock Brake System ABS allows steering while braking Off Road Recovery The vehicle s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving Follow these tips 1 Ease off the acc...

Page 187: ...e or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Try to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide Remember Antilock brakes help avoid only the braking skid Driving on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ...

Page 188: ... driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest Other driving tips include Keep the vehicle well ventilated Keep the 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...

Page 189: ... 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 slick so there is even less traction Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more The Antilock Brake System ABS improves vehicle s...

Page 190: ... setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 21 Run the engine for short periods only as needed to keep warm but be careful To save fuel run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the way to save heat Repeat this until help arrives but only...

Page 191: ...smission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion 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 65 Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry This weight i...

Page 192: ...s 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 section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 D...

Page 193: ...be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle This vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Example 1 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 1 Vehi...

Page 194: ... attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar The label tells the gross weight capacity of the vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for the vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if there is a heavy load it should be spread out See Steps for ...

Page 195: ...e the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle Secure loose items in the vehicle Do not leave a seat folded down unless needed Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break 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...

Page 196: ...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 If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to N Neutral This can be done while the v...

Page 197: ... position with the engine off the battery could be drained You may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time 4 START This is the position that starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch returns to ON RUN for driving A warning tone will sound when the driver door is opened the ignition is in ACC ACCESSORY or ...

Page 198: ...ing the battery or damaging the starter 2 If the engine does not start wait about 15 seconds and try again Wait about 15 seconds between each try When the engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up the vehicle is ready to be driven Do not run the engine at high speed when it is cold If the weather is below freezing 0 C or 32 F let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If the engine still w...

Page 199: ... cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged The length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best advice on this Retained Accessory Power RAP These v...

Page 200: ...ting Into Park on page 9 17 If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running be sure the vehicle is in P Park and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you have moved the shift lever into P Park hold the brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pushing the button on the shift lever If you can it means that the shift lever ...

Page 201: ...ke pedal 2 Turn the ignition to ON RUN 3 Press the shift lever button 4 Move the shift lever to the desired position If still unable to shift out of P Park 1 Fully release the shift lever button 2 Hold the brake pedal down and press the shift lever button again 3 Move the shift lever to the desired position If the shift lever still cannot be moved from P Park see Shift Lock Manual Release The door...

Page 202: ...hicle move the shift lever into R Reverse if parking on a downhill slope On a level surface or an uphill slope use 1 First gear Firmly apply the parking brake Turn the wheels toward the curb for a downhill slope or away from the curb for an uphill slope Once the shift lever has been placed into gear with the clutch pedal pressed in turn the ignition key to LOCK OFF remove the key and release the c...

Page 203: ...ed Continued WARNING CONTINUED There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows completely down Have the vehicle repaired immediately Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such ...

Page 204: ...to Park on page 9 17 Make sure the shift lever is fully in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has a shift lock control You must fully apply the brake pedal then press the shift lever button before you can shift from P Park while the ignition key is in ON RUN If you cannot shift out of P Park ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into P Park as you maintai...

Page 205: ...r forward gears Fourth gear is overdrive which reduces engine speed and noise while increasing fuel economy If you need more power for passing and you are Going less than 56 km h 35 mph push the accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 56 km h 35 mph or more push the accelerator all the way down I Intermediate This position allows the transmission to shift from 1 First gear to 2 Second gea...

Page 206: ... up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal 3 Third 4 Fourth and 5 Fifth Shift into 3 Third 4 Fourth and 5 Fifth the same way as for 2 Second Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use th...

Page 207: ...test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light on page 5 15 If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle a computer senses that the wheels are slowing down If one of...

Page 208: ...arking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever 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 befo...

Page 209: ...eases the brake pedal and starts to accelerate to drive off on a grade HSA holds the braking pressure to ensure that there is no rolling The brakes will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is applied within the two second window It will not activate if the vehicle is in a drive gear and facing downhill or if the vehicle is in a drive gear and facing downhill or if the vehicle is facin...

Page 210: ...rvice Notice Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off The vehicle s driveline could be damaged TCS StabiliTrak Button To turn TCS off press the TCS StabiliTrak button on the center stack Traction Off Light The Traction Off Light comes on to indicate that TCS has been turned off When TCS is turned off the system will not limit wheel spin Driving should be adjusted accordingly P...

Page 211: ...king pressure at any one of the vehicle s brakes to help steer the vehicle in the intended direction StabiliTrak is on automatically whenever the vehicle is started To assist with directional control of the vehicle the system should always be left on TCS StabiliTrak Light When the stability control system activates d flashes on the instrument cluster This also occurs when traction control is activ...

Page 212: ...cruise control the vehicle can maintain a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below 40 km h 25 mph If the brakes are applied the cruise control disengages If the vehicle s Traction Control System TCS or StabiliTrak system begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control the cruise control will automatically ...

Page 213: ...e cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed 1 Press I 2 Get up to the desired speed 3 Press and release the SET button 4 Remove foot from the accelerator Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed fro...

Page 214: ...eed When going downhill you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to maintain the vehicle speed When the brakes are applied cruise control is disengaged Ending Cruise Control There are four ways to end cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal manual and automatic transmissions Press the clutch pedal to the floor manual transmissions Press on the steering wheel To turn off the cruise c...

Page 215: ...fuels that meet California specifications See the underhood emission control label If this 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 Malfu...

Page 216: ... 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 However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 15 ethano...

Page 217: ... fuel cap is opened too quickly This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop then unscrew the cap all the way The tethered fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger side of the vehicle To open the fuel filler door lift the fuel door release lever on the floor left front side of the drive...

Page 218: ... be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer The wrong type of 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 11 Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either...

Page 219: ...t can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment 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 ...

Page 220: ...Black plate 38 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 9 38 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES ...

Page 221: ...r Switch Check 10 21 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 21 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 22 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 22 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 22 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 23 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 24 Halogen Bulbs 10 24 Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 10 24 Fog Lamps 10 25 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and B...

Page 222: ...t 10 53 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 54 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 62 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 63 Towing Towing the Vehicle 10 65 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 66 Appearance Care Exterior Care 10 68 Interior Care 10 71 Floor Mats 10 74 General Information For service and parts needs visit your dealer You will receive genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported se...

Page 223: ...fications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to compl...

Page 224: ...tamination can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood To open the hood 1 Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle It is on the lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release lever up 3 Lift the hood and release the hood prop from the prop retainer which is ...

Page 225: ...properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the prop holder in the rear passenger side of the engine compartment and secure it to the retainer on the underside of the hood 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 vehicle and release it so it fully latches Check t...

Page 226: ...Black plate 6 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview ...

Page 227: ...oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 9 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to ...

Page 228: ...ine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range between the cross hatched areas Push the dipstick all the way back in when through ...

Page 229: ...ith soap and water 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 int...

Page 230: ... Code 82 DIC message comes back on when the vehicle is started the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possi...

Page 231: ... reservoir The brake hydraulic clutch fluid system should be closed and sealed Do not remove the cap to check the fluid level or to top off the fluid level Remove the cap only when necessary to add the proper fluid until the level reaches the MIN line Engine Air Cleaner Filter The engine air cleaner filter is in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overvi...

Page 232: ...e which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 1 Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap 2 Engine Cooling Fan Out of View WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands cl...

Page 233: ...he 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 water and DEX COOL coolant Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 37 C 34 F outside tempe...

Page 234: ...stem is cool before this is done If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank add coolant as follows 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 visible in the coolant surge tank If coolant is ...

Page 235: ...nd it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one quarter of a turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left t...

Page 236: ...ine is overheating the fan should be running If it is not do not continue to run the engine Have the vehicle serviced Notice Running the engine without coolant may cause damage or a fire Vehicle damage would not be covered by the warranty If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment WARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engin...

Page 237: ...rning does not come back on continue to drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle right away If there is no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while parked If the warning is still displayed turn off the engine until it cools down Washer Fluid What to Use When windshield washer fluid is needed be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use ...

Page 238: ...imates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake lining...

Page 239: ...d level Have the brake clutch hydraulic system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake clutch fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic system...

Page 240: ...s might not work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake clutch fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake clutch hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of flu...

Page 241: ... starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 9 26 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The vehicle should start only in P Park or N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact yo...

Page 242: ...o 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 holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held ...

Page 243: ... the arm connector 1 3 Remove the wiper blade 4 Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement Rear Wiper Blade Replacement 1 Pull the wiper arm 1 a short distance away from the glass 2 Push the blade 2 away from the arm 1 3 Once the blade pin disengages from the wiper arm remove the wiper blade by sliding the blade off the arm 4 Reverse the steps to install the new blade Headlamp Aiming Headlamp a...

Page 244: ...Beam Headlamp 1 Connector Retaining Tab 2 Connector Release 3 Headlamp Bulb To replace a headlamp bulb 1 Open the hood See Hood on page 10 4 2 Remove the connector retaining tab 1 3 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the bulb 3 by pressing the connector release 2 and pulling straight back 4 Remove the bulb 3 from the headlamp assembly by turning counterclockwise and pulling straight back...

Page 245: ...lace the front fog lamp bulb 1 Locate the fog lamp under the front fascia 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog lamp bulb assembly 3 Remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out of the assembly 4 Install the new bulb by turning it clockwise into the assembly 5 Reverse Steps 1 3 to reinstall Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 1 Stoplamp Tail...

Page 246: ... Reinstall the lamp assembly and two screws License Plate Lamp 1 Attachment Screws 2 License Plate Bulb 3 Bulb Socket To replace a license plate lamp bulb 1 Remove the two screws 1 from the license plate lamp assembly 2 Turn and pull the license plate lamp assembly down 3 Turn the bulb socket 3 counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp assembly 4 Pull the bulb 2 straight out of the socket 5 Pus...

Page 247: ...ircuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced the same amperage fuse can be borrowed Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off or ...

Page 248: ...s broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you 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 goes out Replace the fuse as soon as you can Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is on the driver side of the vehicle near the battery Notice Spilling liquid on any ...

Page 249: ...Black plate 29 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 Vehicle Care 10 29 ...

Page 250: ...Fuse 12 Fan High 13 Front Fog Number Usage 14 Headlamp High Left 15 Headlamp High Right 16 Fan Low 17 Antilock Brake System 2 18 Not Used 19 Spare Fuse 20 Front Fog Relay 21 Headlamp High Relay 22 Fuel Pump Relay 23 Not Used 24 Spare Fuse 25 Antilock Brake System 3 26 EMIS 2 27 Canister 28 Fuel Pump Number Usage 29 Front Wiper 30 Front Wiper Control Relay 31 Spare Fuse 32 Starter 33 Ignition 34 EM...

Page 251: ...eater 51 Rear Defog 52 Fuse Puller 53 Not Used 54 Voltage Sensing 55 Rear Wiper 56 Rear Wiper 57 Rear Defog Relay Auxiliary Fuse Block The auxiliary fuse block is located on the driver side of the vehicle near the battery To access the fuses press the tab at the side of the cover and lift the cover The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Number Usage EVP REL...

Page 252: ...k The instrument panel fuse block is on the underside of the driver side instrument panel Open the fuse panel door by pulling out at the top Remove the fuse panel door diagonally Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component ...

Page 253: ...Not Used 6 Blower 7 Body Control Module 4 8 Body Control Module 5 9 Body Control Module 7 10 Instrument Cluster 11 Not Used 12 Air Bag Power 13 Radio 14 Not Used Number Usage 15 Rear Parking Assist 16 Body Control Module 1 17 Body Control Module 2 18 Body Control Module 3 19 Body Control Module 6 20 Body Control Module 8 21 Heater Ventilation and Air Conditioning 22 Data Link Connector 23 Discrete...

Page 254: ...Usage 40 OnStar 41 Spare Fuse 42 Spare Fuse 43 Spare Fuse 44 Spare Fuse 45 Spare Fuse 46 Spare Fuse Wheels and Tires Tires Every new GM vehicle has high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer WARNING Poorly maintained and improperly used ...

Page 255: ... to explode All Season Tires This vehicle may come with all season tires These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall Original equipment all season tires can be identified by the last two characters of this ...

Page 256: ...me with high performance summer tires These tires have a special tread and compound that are optimized for maximum dry and wet road performance This special tread and compound will decrease performance in cold climates and on ice and snow We recommend installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving in cold temperatures or on snow or ice covered roads is expected See Winter Tires on page...

Page 257: ...DOT code are 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 side may have the date of manufacture 5 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 6 Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are require...

Page 258: ...e tire The load index represents the load carrying capacity a tire is certified to carry The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weig...

Page 259: ...ar axle See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 9 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle Kilopascal kPa The metric unit for air pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying c...

Page 260: ...bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 6 mm 1 16 in of tread...

Page 261: ...can result in Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards The Tire and Loading Information label on the vehicle indicates the original equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures The recommended pressure is the minimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight the ve...

Page 262: ...o the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure mo...

Page 263: ...on page 13 15 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly excluding the s...

Page 264: ... and instructions TPMS Malfunction Light The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable When the system detects a malfunction the low tire warning light flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle The malfunction light comes on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected Some of the conditions th...

Page 265: ... passenger side front tire passenger side rear tire and driver side rear See your dealer for service or to purchase a relearn tool There are two minutes to match the first tire wheel position and five minutes overall to match all four tire wheel positions If it takes longer the matching process stops and must be restarted The TPMS sensor matching process is 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignit...

Page 266: ...hicle has one be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Replace the tire if The indicators at three or more places around the tire can be seen There is cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be r...

Page 267: ...ARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause a crash When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the center of...

Page 268: ...h in a cool dry clean area away from direct sunlight to slow aging This area should be free of grease gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tir...

Page 269: ...tempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or death Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires WARNING Mixing tires of different sizes brands or types may cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting in a crash or other vehicle damage Use the correct size brand and type of tire on all wheels WARNING Using bias ply tires on the vehicle may c...

Page 270: ...an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 10 48 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10 3 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...

Page 271: ...iving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction...

Page 272: ...osis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it Some aluminum wheels can be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed Each new wheel should have the same load carryi...

Page 273: ... damage drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle Do not spin the wheels If traction devices are used install them on the front tires If a Tire Goes Flat This vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 54 There is no spare tire no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire It is unusual for a tire to...

Page 274: ...r 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 further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place well off the road if possible 1 Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 3 2 Park the vehicle Set the parking brake firmly a...

Page 275: ... 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 or tire changing equipment and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to 6 mm 0 25 in in t...

Page 276: ...placed Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes This will help to inflate the tire faster 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 Haz...

Page 277: ...l tight 5 Slide the base of the tire sealant canister 3 into the slot on the top of the compressor 6 to hold it upright Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it 6 Remove the valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise 7 Attach the sealant air hose 2 to the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until tight ...

Page 278: ...on pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 41 The pressure gauge 7 may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on Turn the compressor off to get an accurate pressure reading The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached Notice If the recommended pressure cannot be reached after approximately ...

Page 279: ...e it in a highly visible location Do not exceed the speed on this label until the damaged tire is repaired or replaced 21 Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle 22 Immediately drive the vehicle 8 km 5 mi to distribute the sealant in the tire 23 Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure Refer to Steps 1 10 under Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit witho...

Page 280: ...within 161 km 100 mi of driving to have the tire repaired or replaced Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured The kit includes 1 Sealant Canister Inlet Valve 2 Sealant Air Hose 3 Base of Sealant Canister 4 Tire Sealant Canister 5 On Off Button 6 Slot on Top of Compressor 7 Pressure Gauge 8 Pressure Deflation Button 9 Power Plug 10 Air Only Hose If ...

Page 281: ...e 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 button 5 to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on The compressor will inflate the tire with air only 9 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure usi...

Page 282: ...m after usage 11 Unplug the power plug 9 from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 12 Turn the air only hose 10 counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem 13 Replace the tire valve stem cap 14 Return the air only hose 10 and power plug 9 back to their original storage location 15 Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle The tire sealant and compressor k...

Page 283: ...ot work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Discharged Battery Negative Grounding Point 2 Discharged Battery Positive Post 3 Good Battery Positive Post 4 Good Battery Negative Post The jump start positive post is in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 The jump start negative post is the engine block or an engine mounting bolt Connect ...

Page 284: ...both vehicles except the hazard warning flashers if needed WARNING An electric 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 Continued WA...

Page 285: ... 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 cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables Towing Towing the Vehicle Notice Incorrectly towing a disabled ...

Page 286: ...le manufacturer s recommendations How far the vehicle will be towed Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow The proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations If the vehicle is ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed Dinghy Towin...

Page 287: ...xceeded while towing the vehicle it could be damaged Never exceed 89 km h 55 mph while towing the vehicle Notice Towing the vehicle from the rear could damage it Also repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never have the vehicle towed from the rear Dolly Towing Tow the vehicle with the two rear wheels on the ground and the front wheels on a dolly To tow the vehicle with two wheels on...

Page 288: ...ctions regarding correct product usage necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Notice 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 result in damage or removal of paint and decals Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents comp...

Page 289: ...ish steam or caustic soap to clean A coating of wax rubbed to a high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses and Emblems Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps lenses and emblems Follow instructions under Washing the Vehicle in this section Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield wi...

Page 290: ...e plated wheels Use only approved cleaners Also never drive a vehicle with aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Steering Suspension and Chassis Components Visually inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or mi...

Page 291: ...ices on the instrument cluster Using a mild soap solution immediately remove hand lotions sunscreen and insect repellent from all interior surfaces or permanent damage may result Your dealer may have products for cleaning the interior Use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned to prevent permanent damage Apply all cleaners directly to the cleaning cloth Do not spray cleaners...

Page 292: ...ip will reduce tendency to fog Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker will not be damaged Clean spots with just water and mild soap Coated Moldings Coated moldings should be cleaned When lightly soiled wipe with a sponge or soft lint free cloth dampened with water When heavily soiled use warm soapy water Fabric Carpet Suede Start by vacuuming the surface using a so...

Page 293: ...e surfaces Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that could scratch the surface Then use the microfiber cloth by gently rubbing to clean Never use window cleaners or solvents Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately using mild soap Do not use bleach or fabric softener Rinse thoroughly and air dry before next use Notice Do not atta...

Page 294: ...y severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Floor Mats WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed it can interfere with the pedals Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration and or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury Make su...

Page 295: ...ng the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals ...

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Page 297: ...ns who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services With trained technic...

Page 298: ...mpetitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart WARNING Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform maintenance work only if the required information proper tools and equipment are available If they are not see your dealer to have a trained technician do t...

Page 299: ...r wear cracking or contamination See Exterior Care on page 10 68 Replace worn or damaged wiper blades See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10 22 Check tire inflation pressures See Tire Pressure on page 10 41 Inspect tire wear See Tire Inspection on page 10 46 Visually check for fluid leaks Inspect engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 10 11 Inspect brake system Visually in...

Page 300: ...rt or binding Replace if needed Check accessory drive belt tension or once a year whichever comes first Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the strut See your dealer if service is required Check tire sealant expiration date See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10 54 ...

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Page 302: ...evels Replacement may also be needed if there is a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve if the vehicle has one works properly Replace as needed 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System on page 10 12 5 Or ...

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Page 304: ...dow fogging or odors 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve if the vehicle has one works properly Replace as needed 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System on page 10 12 5 Or every 10 years whichever comes first 6 Inspect for fraying excessive cracking or damag...

Page 305: ...ostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer technicians can inspect the belts and recommend replacement when necessary Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to safe driving Signs of brake wear may include chirping grinding or squealing n...

Page 306: ...ated rotated and balanced Maintaining the tires can save money fuel and can reduce the risk of tire failure Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right tires Your dealer can a...

Page 307: ... include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of wear include streaking skipping across the windshield and worn or split rubber Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed ...

Page 308: ...s1 Synthetic Blend is recommended See Engine Oil on page 10 7 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 13 Hydraulic Brake Clutch System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 88958860 in Canada 88901244 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Automatic Transmissi...

Page 309: ...urpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part ...

Page 310: ...Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 11 14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts cont d Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Wiper Blades Driver Side 60 cm 23 6 in 95108156 Passenger Side 40 cm 15 7 in 95108153 Rear 96688389 ...

Page 311: ...ntenance 11 15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 312: ...Black plate 16 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 11 16 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 313: ...Black plate 17 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 314: ...Black plate 18 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 315: ...he windshield 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 cod...

Page 316: ...nglish conversions See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 4 8 L 5 0 qt Engine Oil with Filter 3 8 L 4 0 qt Fuel Tank 35 L 9 gal ...

Page 317: ...smission Automatic 4 5 L 4 8 qt Wheel Nut Torque 125 Y 92 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1 2L L4 9 Automatic and Manual 0 8 mm 0 031 in ...

Page 318: ...Black plate 4 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing ...

Page 319: ...Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 13 Event Data Recorders 13 14 OnStar 13 14 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 15 Radio Frequency Statement 13 15 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be...

Page 320: ...with 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 interpretati...

Page 321: ...m offers advantages over courts in most 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 Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to The Mediation Arbitration Program c o Customer Care Centre Gen...

Page 322: ...rolet online owner experience is a one stop resource that allows interaction with Chevrolet and keeps important vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Vehicle Information Download owner manuals and view vehicle specific how to videos G Maintenance Information View maintenance schedules required alerts OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic information and schedule service appoi...

Page 323: ...lable to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift for the vehicle For more information on the limited offer visit www gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text Telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobi...

Page 324: ...or the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available if you have OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow from a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest Chevrolet dealer for warranty service or if the vehicle was in a crash and...

Page 325: ...ranty service contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising the service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If the vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is plea...

Page 326: ... through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts See your dealer for information regarding the allowance amounts for reimbursement of fuel or other transportation costs Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimb...

Page 327: ...most cases the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled original equipment GM part may be an acceptable choice to maintain the vehicle s originally designed appearance and safety performance however the history of these 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 Aft...

Page 328: ...e been taken care of Move the vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer Give only the necessary information to police and other parties involved in the crash For emergency towing see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 Gather the following information Driver name address and telephone number Driver license number Owner name address an...

Page 329: ...ts 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 service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the dia...

Page 330: ... 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 vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you you...

Page 331: ...ll 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy The vehicle has a number of 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...

Page 332: ...ng conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location are 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 access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacture...

Page 333: ...or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 The device may not cause harmful ...

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Page 335: ...ext to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Push or call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Push to Make a call end a call or answer an incoming call Give OnStar Hands Free Calling voice commands Give OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation voice commands Requires the available Directions and Connections serv...

Page 336: ...nce in emergency situations before first responders arrive Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehicle is equipped with these services OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely if it is equipped with automatic door locks and can help police locate the vehicle if it is stolen Navigation OnStar navigation requires t...

Page 337: ...d the distance to the destination then responds with OnStar ready then a tone 3 Say Goodbye Exits voice commands Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav Allows subscribers to send destinations from Google Maps and MapQuest com to their Turn by Turn Navigation or screen based navigation system When ready the directions will be downloaded to the vehicle Destination Download Push ...

Page 338: ...ing 1 Push System responds OnStar ready 2 Say Store System responds Please say the number you would like to store 3 Say the entire number without pausing System responds Please say the name tag 4 Pick a name tag System responds About to store name tag Does that sound OK 5 Say Yes or No to try again System responds OK storing name tag Place a Call Using a Stored Number 1 Push System responds OnStar...

Page 339: ...ll update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar service offers and options available How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response Emergency Services Crisis Assist Stolen Vehicle Assistance Vehicle Diagnostics Remote Door Unlock Roadside Assistance Turn by Turn Navigation and Hands Free Calling are available on most vehicles Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehi...

Page 340: ...with physical disabilities and medical conditions Push for help with Locating a gas station with an attendant to pump gas Finding a hotel restaurant etc that meets accessibility needs Providing directions to the closest hospital or pharmacy in urgent situations TTY Users OnStar has the ability to communicate to the deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired customers while in the vehicle The availabl...

Page 341: ...ncy responders A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of the ability to send a Turn by Turn Navigation route The Advisor may give a verbal route or may ask for a call back after the vehicle is driven into an open area Cellular and GPS Antennas Avoid placing items over or near the antenna to prevent blocking cellular and GPS signal reception Cellular reception is required for OnStar to send remote ...

Page 342: ...LUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISING FROM OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE Except as co...

Page 343: ...is list of conditions in documentation and or other materials provided with the distribution The sole exception to this condition is redistribution of a standard UnZipSFX binary including SFXWiz as part of a self extracting archive that is permitted without inclusion of this license as long as the normal SFX banner has not been removed from the binary or disabled 3 Altered versions including but n...

Page 344: ...Black plate 10 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 14 10 OnStar 2 NOTES ...

Page 345: ...ger Status Indicator 5 10 Readiness Light 5 9 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 28 System Check 3 17 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 8 AM FM Radio 7 8 Antenna Multi band 7 15 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 25 Warning Light 5 15 Appearance Care Exterior 10 68 Interior 10 71 Armrest Front Seat 3 5 Assistance Program Roadside 13 5 Audio System Radio Reception 7 14 Theft Deterrent Feature 7 2 Automatic Door ...

Page 346: ... Cautions Danger and Warnings iii Central Locking System 2 5 Chains Tire 10 53 Charging System Light 5 11 Check Engine Light 5 11 Ignition Transmission Lock 10 22 Child Restraints Infants and Young Children 3 32 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 37 Older Children 3 30 Securing 3 45 3 48 Systems 3 34 Circuit Breakers 10 28 Cleaning Exterior Care 10 68 Interior Care 10 71 Climate Control Syst...

Page 347: ...entral Locking System 2 5 Locks 2 4 Drive Belt Routing Engine 12 4 Driver Information Center DIC 5 21 Driving Defensive 9 2 Drunk 9 3 For Better Fuel Economy 1 16 Highway Hypnosis 9 6 Hill and Mountain Roads 9 6 If the Vehicle is Stuck 9 8 Loss of Control 9 4 Off Road Recovery 9 4 Vehicle Load Limits 9 9 Wet Roads 9 5 Winter 9 7 E Electrical Equipment Add On 9 37 Electrical System Engine Compartme...

Page 348: ...ront Seat Armrest 3 5 Front Seats Adjustment 3 3 Heated 3 5 Fuel 9 32 Additives 9 33 Economy Driving 1 16 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 9 36 Filling the Tank 9 35 Foreign Countries 9 33 Gasoline Specifications 9 33 Gauge 5 8 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 19 Recommended 9 33 Requirements California 9 33 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 10 28 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 10 28 Instrument Panel Fuse ...

Page 349: ...ch 10 11 I Ignition Positions 9 14 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 22 Immobilizer 2 9 Light 5 19 Indicator Owner Manual 5 14 Infants and Young Children Restraints 3 32 Infotainment 7 1 Instrument Cluster 5 7 Introduction iii J Jump Starting 10 63 K Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 2 3 Keys 2 1 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 10 36 Lamps Courtesy 6 4 Daytime Running DRL 6 2 Dome 6 4 Exterior Controls 6...

Page 350: ... 17 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak 5 17 Lights cont d Traction Off 5 16 Up Shift 5 15 Warning Power Steering 5 16 Link Smartphone 7 29 7 31 7 33 Locks Automatic Door 2 5 Central Locking System 2 5 Door 2 4 Safety 2 6 Loss of Control 9 4 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 19 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 3 37 M Maintenance Records 11 15 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids a...

Page 351: ...fotainment System 7 2 Owner Manual Indicator 5 14 P Park Shifting Into 9 17 Shifting Out of 9 19 Parking 9 20 Brake 9 26 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 22 Over Things That Burn 9 20 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 10 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 4 Passenger Sensing System 3 24 Perchlorate Materials Requirements California 10 3 Personalization Vehicle 5 25 Phone Bluetooth 7 20 7 21 H...

Page 352: ...Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 17 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 13 13 General Motors 13 13 U S Government 13 12 Restraints Where to Put 3 36 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 17 Roads Driving Wet 9 5 Roadside Assistance Program 13 5 Roof Rack System 4 3 Rotation Tires 10 46 Routing Engine Drive Belt 12 4 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 21 S Safety Belts 3 9 Care ...

Page 353: ... 7 29 7 31 7 33 Specifications and Capacities 12 2 Speedometer 5 8 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 16 System 9 29 Starter Switch Check 10 21 Starting the Engine 9 15 Steering 9 3 Power Warning Lights 5 16 Wheel Adjustment 5 2 Wheel Controls 5 2 Stoplamps and Back up Lamps Bulb Replacement 10 25 Storage Areas Cargo Cover 4 1 Glove Box 4 1 Roof Rack System 4 3 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 ...

Page 354: ...Automatic 9 22 Fluid Automatic 10 10 Fluid Manual 10 10 Transportation Program Courtesy 13 7 Trip Odometer 5 8 Turn and Lane Change Signals 6 3 Turn Signal Bulb Replacement 10 25 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 50 Up Shift Light 5 15 USB Port 7 15 Using This Manual iii V Vehicle Alarm System 2 8 Canadian Owners iii Control 9 3 Identification Number VIN 12 1 Vehicle cont d Load Limits 9 9 Message...

Page 355: ...Alignment and Tire Balance 10 52 Different Size 10 50 Replacement 10 52 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 47 Where to Put the Restraint 3 36 Windows 2 12 Power 2 12 Windshield Wiper Washer 5 3 Winter Driving 9 7 Winter Tires 10 35 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 22 Wipers Rear Washer 5 3 ...

Page 356: ...Black plate 12 1 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual 2013 1st 5 2 12 i 12 INDEX 2 NOTES ...

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