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Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

9234744) - 2016 - CRC - 3/9/16

Driving and Operating

193

Driving and
Operating

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 204
Ignition Positions (Key

Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204

Ignition Positions (Keyless

Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206

Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211

Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211

Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Parking over Things

That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

Engine Exhaust

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 214
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216

Manual Transmission

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 217

Brakes

Antilock Brake

System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219

Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221

Ride Control Systems

Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221

Cruise Control

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223

Driver Assistance Systems

Driver Assistance Systems . . . 225

Assistance Systems for

Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . . 226

Assistance Systems for

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228

Forward Collision Alert (FCA)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229

Side Blind Zone

Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231

Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 231
Lane Departure

Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . 233

Fuel

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
California Fuel

Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236

Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 236
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Filling a Portable Fuel

Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238

Trailer Towing

General Towing

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238

Conversions and Add-Ons

Add-On Electrical

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239

Summary of Contents for Cruze 2016

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Page 2: ...f 5 Keys Doors and Windows 28 Seats and Restraints 55 Storage 101 Instruments and Controls 103 Lighting 151 Infotainment System 159 Climate Controls 185 Driving and Operating 193 Vehicle Care 240 Serv...

Page 3: ...untry specifications features applications that may not be available in your region or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your spec...

Page 4: ...ls that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gauge or indicator M Shown when the o...

Page 5: ...RC 3 9 16 4 Introduction 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders 7 Tire Pressure Monit...

Page 6: ...ighting 15 Exterior Lighting 16 Windshield Wiper Washer 16 Climate Controls 17 Transmission 19 Vehicle Features Infotainment System 20 Radio s 20 Satellite Radio 21 Portable Audio Devices 21 Bluetooth...

Page 7: ...Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 6 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview...

Page 8: ...tomatic Climate Control System 0 188 If Equipped 11 Power Outlets 0 108 USB Port 0 167 12 Wireless Charging Pocket If Equipped See Wireless Charging 0 110 13 Traction Control Electronic Stability Cont...

Page 9: ...engine may turn off When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pushed the engine will restart See Starting the Engine 0 207 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System The Remote Keyless Entry R...

Page 10: ...smitter 2 Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash Start the vehicle normally after entering When the vehicle starts the parking lamps will turn on Rem...

Page 11: ...y RKE System Operation Keyless Access 0 33 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access 0 31 Windows Press the switch down to open the window Pull the front of the switch up to close it See...

Page 12: ...he desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position 1 Lift the lever fully...

Page 13: ...ear of the control up or down See Power Seat Adjustment 0 58 Rear Seats The rear seatbacks can be folded For detailed instructions see Rear Seats 0 61 Heated Seats If equipped the controls are on the...

Page 14: ...o the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly Safety Belts 0 64 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 65 Lap Shoulder Belt 0 66 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chi...

Page 15: ...earview mirror push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare from the headlamps from behind See Manual Rearview Mirror 0 50 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equ...

Page 16: ...Reading Lamps If Equipped There are front reading lamps on the overhead console and rear reading lamps in the headliner if equipped or Press the button near each lamp to turn it on or off Instrument P...

Page 17: ...license plate lamps instrument panel lights and sidemarker lamps Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instru...

Page 18: ...n For several wipes hold the lever down f Pull the lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers See Windshield Wiper Washer 0 105 Climate Controls The heating cooling and...

Page 19: ...Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 18 In Brief Climate Control System With Heater Only 1 Fan Control 2 Defrost 3 Rear Window Defogger 4 TEMP Temperature Control 5 Air De...

Page 20: ...pped 8 Rear Window Defogger 9 Recirculation 10 Power See Climate Control Systems With Air Conditioning 0 185 or Climate Control Systems With Heater Only 0 187 and Automatic Climate Control System 0 18...

Page 21: ...Many infotainment features are also available through the instrument cluster and steering wheel controls Before driving Become familiar with the operation faceplate buttons and screen buttons Set up...

Page 22: ...ca or call 1 877 209 0079 Canada See Satellite Radio 0 164 Portable Audio Devices This vehicle has a USB port in the center stack External devices such as iPhones iPods and USB storage devices may be...

Page 23: ...ise control system on and off A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory RES If there is...

Page 24: ...s It may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning LDW al...

Page 25: ...ter to provide the object distance In addition multiple beeps may occur if very close to an object See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 226 Power Outlets The 12 volt accessory power outlet...

Page 26: ...liTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions The system also turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started To turn off traction control pres...

Page 27: ...r Information Center DIC Uplevel Cluster 0 133 or Driver Information Center DIC Base Level Cluster 0 130 2 Press and hold SET CLR on the turn signal lever while the Oil Life display is active The oil...

Page 28: ...ed Combine several trips into a single trip Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Roadside As...

Page 29: ...eyless Access 48 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 49 Power Mirrors 49 Folding Mirrors 50 Heated Mirrors 50 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 50 Manual Rearview Mirror 50 Automatic Dimming Rear...

Page 30: ...he way the ignition key and Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter if equipped are connected to the provided key rings If the vehicle is equipped with a keyed ignition the ignition key key rings and RKE...

Page 31: ...he key out without pressing the button See your dealer if a new key is needed If locked out of the vehicle see Roadside Assistance Program 0 346 With an active OnStar subscription an OnStar Advisor ma...

Page 32: ...o unlock the driver door Press unlock again within five seconds to unlock all doors depending on vehicle personalization See Vehicle Personalization 0 143 The turn signal indicators may flash to indic...

Page 33: ...ut a Recognized Transmitter Key Vehicles Only Program a new key to the vehicle when a recognized key is not available Canadian regulations require that owners see their dealer If there are no currentl...

Page 34: ...er 3 Insert a new battery positive side up pushing it down until it is held in place Use a CR 2032 or equivalent battery 4 Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE Sy...

Page 35: ...The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times Press and hold 7 for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds or until 7 is p...

Page 36: ...Access the vehicle will lock several seconds after all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and at least one RKE transmitter has been removed or none remain in the vehicle If other electronic device...

Page 37: ...n be programmed to the vehicle when there is one recognized transmitter To program the vehicle must be off and all of the transmitters both currently recognized and new must be with you 1 Place the re...

Page 38: ...outside of the driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 10 seconds The Driver Information Center DIC displays REMOTE LEARN PENDING PLEASE WAIT 2 Wait for 10 minutes until...

Page 39: ...EN START YOUR VEHICLE The REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message may also be displayed at this time To start the vehicle 1 Place the transmitter in the front cupholder 2 With the vehicle in P Park or N...

Page 40: ...itter Remote Vehicle Start If equipped this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle See Engine Exhaust 0 213 This button will be on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remo...

Page 41: ...n Time The engine run time can be extended by another 15 mintues if during the first 15 minutes Step 2 and 3 are repeated while the engine is still running An extension can be requested 30 seconds aft...

Page 42: ...dren who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever l...

Page 43: ...em Operation Key Access 0 31 Power Door Locks Q Press to lock the doors K Press to unlock the doors Delayed Locking This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are...

Page 44: ...and then the driver door will unlock This can be manually overridden by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch Keyless Access When locking is requested with the driver door open and the...

Page 45: ...door from the inside Cancel the safety locks to enable the doors to open from the inside To cancel the safety lock 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Move the lever rearward to unlock Do...

Page 46: ...sions or with the shift lever in P Park for automatic transmissions Press the trunk release button To open the trunk from outside the vehicle press X twice on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter...

Page 47: ...system The indicator light on the instrument panel near the windshield indicates the status of the system Off Alarm system is disarmed On Solid Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system Fa...

Page 48: ...arm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated Press K on the RKE transmitter Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access system if equipped Start the vehicle To avoid setting off...

Page 49: ...the vehicle does start the first key may be damaged See your dealer who can service the theft deterrent system and have a new key made Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the th...

Page 50: ...ft deterrent system and have a new transmitter programmed to the vehicle Do not leave the transmitter or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors C...

Page 51: ...ng mirror is manually unfolded pressing down on the knob will only unfold the other mirror Heated Mirrors The rear window defogger also heats the outside mirrors if equipped Press to heat the outside...

Page 52: ...sunroof if equipped 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...

Page 53: ...o stop Release of the switch from the fully pulled up position will activate the express up and related obstacle detection features Programming the Power Windows If the battery on the vehicle has been...

Page 54: ...t Vent From the closed position press the rear of the switch 2 to vent the sunroof Press the front of the switch 2 to close Open Close To open the sunroof press and hold the switch 1 until the sunroof...

Page 55: ...ng difficulties like frost or other conditions it is possible to override the reversal system To override the reversal system close in manual mode To stop the movement release the switch Dirt and debr...

Page 56: ...ety Belt System Parts after a Crash 69 Airbag System Airbag System 70 Where Are the Airbags 72 When Should an Airbag Inflate 73 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 74 How Does an Airbag Restrain 74 What Will...

Page 57: ...a crash The height of the head restraint can be adjusted To raise or lower the head restraint press the button located on the side of the head restraint and pull up or push the head restraint down an...

Page 58: ...d for the LATCH System under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 89 Front Seats Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while t...

Page 59: ...s 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...

Page 60: ...buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job The shoulder belt will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The...

Page 61: ...passenger seat cushion Press the control once for the highest setting With each press of the control the heated seat will change to the next lower setting and then the off setting Three lights indica...

Page 62: ...eat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Unbuckle the rear safety belt and make sure the safety belt is in...

Page 63: ...nst the seatback Apply enough pressure to both sides of the seatback to lock it when returning it to its upright position A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place Wa...

Page 64: ...sh with the seatback Heated Rear Seats Warning If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin the seat heater may cause burns See the Warning under Heated Front Seats 0 60 If available the...

Page 65: ...njured or killed Do not allow Continued Warning Continued 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 pa...

Page 66: ...operly 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...

Page 67: ...nstructions 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...

Page 68: ...belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out If this happens pull the safety belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing and then release it I...

Page 69: ...one including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion shoul...

Page 70: ...everely weaken the webbing In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean and rinse safety belt webbing only with mild soap and lukewarm water Allow the webbing to dry Safety b...

Page 71: ...airbag for the driver A seat mounted side impact airbag for the front outboard passenger Seat mounted side impact airbags for the second row outboard passengers A roof rail airbag for the driver and...

Page 72: ...seriously injured or killed Do not sit unnecessarily close to any airbag as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward Safety belts help keep you in position before and during...

Page 73: ...assenger side instrument panel The driver knee airbag is below the steering column The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the glove box Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The driver a...

Page 74: ...ting roof rail airbag will be blocked When Should an Airbag Inflate This vehicle is equipped with airbags See Airbag System 0 70 Airbags are designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airb...

Page 75: ...rear impacts Both roof rail airbags will inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck if the sensing system predicts that the vehicle is about to roll over on its side or in a severe frontal impa...

Page 76: ...m 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...

Page 77: ...roperly 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 indicator will light on th...

Page 78: ...e front outboard passenger seat always move the seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure child restraints in the rear seat Consider using another vehicle to transport the child when a rea...

Page 79: ...blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing Child Restraint...

Page 80: ...way the child restraint locking feature will be engaged This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for some adult sized occupants If this happens unbuckle the...

Page 81: ...Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the veh...

Page 82: ...Tires and Wheels 0 291 for additional important information If you have to modify your vehicle because you have a disability and you have questions about whether the modifications will affect the vehi...

Page 83: ...le s safety belts The manufacturer 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 pas...

Page 84: ...66 According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can...

Page 85: ...the retractor It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor but it cannot do this if it is wrapped around a child s neck If the shoulder belt is locked and tig...

Page 86: ...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 us...

Page 87: ...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 children should always be secured in appropriate child restr...

Page 88: ...Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 89 Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint ref...

Page 89: ...the front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No on...

Page 90: ...facing child seat Booster seats use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the child in the booster seat If the manufacturer recommends that the booster seat be secured with the LATCH system this can be...

Page 91: ...anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either...

Page 92: ...ional or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached According to accident statistics children...

Page 93: ...d restraint so children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock and tighten the belt behind the child restraint after the child restraint has been ins...

Page 94: ...and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the...

Page 95: ...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 Rem...

Page 96: ...lacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint resulting in serious injury or eve...

Page 97: ...ild restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 88 1 Put the child restraint on the seat If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation...

Page 98: ...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...

Page 99: ...aint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System 0 76 for additional information If a child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 89 for top tether anch...

Page 100: ...aint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle away from the chi...

Page 101: ...r 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 mo...

Page 102: ...artments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Glove Box Open the glove box by lifting up...

Page 103: ...e The center console has a storage area under the armrest Fixed Armrest If equipped with a fixed armrest pull up on the latch on the front of the armrest to access the storage area Sliding Armrest If...

Page 104: ...ght 125 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 125 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 126 Traction Off Light 126 StabiliTrak OFF Light 126 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 127 Tire Pressure Light 127 Engine Oil...

Page 105: ...down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while drivi...

Page 106: ...n on a media source press to select the next or previous track 2 Volume Press to increase or decrease the volume Heated Steering Wheel If equipped press to turn on or off A light on the button display...

Page 107: ...e performing wipes due to windshield washing the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield f Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and ac...

Page 108: ...r Q to adjust AM or PM for 12 hour format 5 Touch 0 Auto Set 1 Press then touch SETTINGS 2 Touch Time and Date then Auto Set 3 Select from the available selections 4 Touch 0 Setting the 12 24 Hour For...

Page 109: ...24 Hr for 12 or 24 hour clock 3 Touch to go back to the previous menu Auto Set requires OnStar subscription If auto timing is set the time displayed on the clock may not update immediately when drivi...

Page 110: ...t See Add On Electrical Equipment 0 239 Caution Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty The power outlets are designed for accessory power pl...

Page 111: ...arges one PMA or Qi compatible mobile device To check for phone or other device compatibility In the U S see my chevrolet com learn In Canada see gmtotalconnect ca Or see your dealer for details Warni...

Page 112: ...ly positioned and charging If a phone is inserted into the pocket and does not display remove the phone from the pocket turn 180 degrees and wait three seconds before inserting the phone into the pock...

Page 113: ...Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 112 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Base Level English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 114: ...Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 Instruments and Controls 113 English Auto Stop Shown Metric Similar...

Page 115: ...Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 114 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Uplevel English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 116: ...Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 Instruments and Controls 115 English Auto Stop Shown Metric Similar...

Page 117: ...croll through radio stations or move to the next previous track of a CD USB Bluetooth device that is connected to the vehicle Press V to select the Audio app then press p to enter the Audio menu In th...

Page 118: ...hows how far the vehicle has been driven in either kilometers or miles Trip Odometer The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset The trip odomete...

Page 119: ...the warning area Fuel Gauge Metric Base Level Metric Uplevel English Base Level English Uplevel When the ignition is on the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank An arrow on the...

Page 120: ...takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated For example the gauge indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to...

Page 121: ...hen the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the driver safety belt is buckled...

Page 122: ...ess light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving it means the airbag system might not be working properly The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could...

Page 123: ...turned on but the engine is not running as a check to show the light is working The light turns off when the engine is started If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light stay...

Page 124: ...age reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as possible If the light continues to flash find a safe plac...

Page 125: ...en recently serviced See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass or cannot be made ready for the test Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits If one cir...

Page 126: ...rakes but not antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Lig...

Page 127: ...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 Stab...

Page 128: ...ine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the TPMS When the Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated A Driver Information C...

Page 129: ...o comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel The light turns off when fuel is added If it does not have the vehicle serviced Security Light The security light should come on briefly as the engine is s...

Page 130: ...mes on when the exterior lamps are in use See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 151 Cruise Control Light For vehicles with cruise control the cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and rea...

Page 131: ...sible menu items Digital Speed Displays how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph The speedometer cannot be reset Trip 1 or Trip 2 Average Fuel Economy Di...

Page 132: ...LR Navigation Used for the OnStar Turn by Turn guidance See OnStar Overview 0 356 Blank Display Displays no information Vehicle Information Menu VEHICLE Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until...

Page 133: ...l the ECO menu is displayed Use to scroll through the menu items Not all items are available on every vehicle The following is a list of all possible menu items Best Average Fuel Economy The bottom di...

Page 134: ...croll to the Settings application 3 Press V to enter the Settings menu 4 Scroll to Info Pages and press p 5 Press w or x to move through the list of possible information displays 6 Press V while an it...

Page 135: ...fe additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule See Maintenance Schedule 0 326 The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change It will not reset itself Do not to reset th...

Page 136: ...behavior affects the running average and how well recent driving compares to the best that has been achieved for the selected distance Timer This display can be used as a timer To start the timer pres...

Page 137: ...hicle has detected that the battery voltage is dropping beyond a reasonable point The battery saver system starts reducing features of the vehicle that may be noticed At the point that features are di...

Page 138: ...when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off When the coolant temperature...

Page 139: ...splays when the vehicle s engine power is reduced Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your des...

Page 140: ...RKE transmitter still inside REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays when the battery in the RKE transmitter needs to be replaced Lamp Messages AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON This message is...

Page 141: ...r dealer to repair the system Forward Collision Alert FCA Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing and or Lane Keep Assist LKA system may not work Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been...

Page 142: ...vehicle is equipped with the Safety Belt Assurance System and the driver and front outboard passenger if present safety belts are not buckled The vehicle will not shift out of P Park Buckle the safety...

Page 143: ...le Messages PRESS BRAKE TO START or PRESS CLUTCH TO START This message displays when attempting to start the vehicle without first pressing the brake or clutch pedal TURN STEERING WHEEL START VEHICLE...

Page 144: ...ehicle gets hot Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears when the flu...

Page 145: ...t Language then select from the available language s The selected language will display on the system and voice recognition will reflect the selected language Valet Mode If Equipped This will lock the...

Page 146: ...hicle is started and the volume is greater than this level the volume is adjusted to this level To set the maximum startup volume turn the MENU knob or press or to increase or decrease Audio Cue Volum...

Page 147: ...the Rear Cross Traffic Alert feature to be turned on or off Select On or Off See Rear Cross Traffic Alert in Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 226 Lane Change Alert This allows the Lane Chan...

Page 148: ...door Select Off or On Remote Lock Unlock Start Select and the following may display Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Lock Feedback Remote Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Passive Door Unlo...

Page 149: ...in Infotainment Controls under Bluetooth in the infotainment manual Discoverable This allows the system to find a device Select Off or On Device Management Select to connect to a different phone sourc...

Page 150: ...at Can I Say Tips Confidence Threshold This feature allows the adjustment of the sensitivity of the speech recognition system Select Confirm More or Confirm Less Prompt Length This feature adjusts the...

Page 151: ...ay Restore Vehicle Settings Clear All Private Data Restore Radio Settings Restore Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring vehicle settings Select Restore or Cancel Clear All Private Data T...

Page 152: ...on the instrument panel There are four positions O Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic lamp control off or on again AUTO Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness toget...

Page 153: ...detects an approaching vehicle s headlamps The system detects a preceding vehicle s taillamps The outside light is bright enough that high beam headlamps are not required The vehicle s speed drops bel...

Page 154: ...o be on Flash to Pass To flash the high beams pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you Then release it Daytime Running Lamps DRL If equipped DRL can make it easier for others to see the front...

Page 155: ...nt cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure the instrument panel illumination control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 156 Lights On with Wipers This f...

Page 156: ...ns to its starting position when it is released If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Have any burned out bulbs replace...

Page 157: ...is next to the exterior lamp control D Move the thumbwheel up or down and hold to brighten or dim the instrument panel controls and infotainment display Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on autom...

Page 158: ...ng can be disabled manually by changing the ignition out of the OFF position or by pressing the RKE transmitter Q button This feature can be changed See Vehicle Personalization 0 143 Exit Lighting If...

Page 159: ...m automatically turns the lamp off after some time Exterior Lighting Battery Saver The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off if the parking lamps or headlamps have...

Page 160: ...ovies Audio System 176 Pictures and Movies Picture System 180 Pictures and Movies Movie System 181 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 183 Introduction Infotainment Bas...

Page 161: ...ceplate buttons and screen buttons Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing...

Page 162: ...ess and release to fast seek the strongest previous station or channel USB Music Pictures Press to go to the previous content Press and hold to fast rewind 3 O Press to turn the power on Press and hol...

Page 163: ...phone features if equipped See Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 0 169 or Bluetooth Overview 0 168 Projection Touch to access supported devices when connected See USB Port 0 167 Settings Touch to acces...

Page 164: ...e set for each radio band and each audio player source Custom Tone Settings 1 Touch SETTINGS from the home screen 2 Select Radio 3 Select Tone Settings Bass Midrange or Treble Touch or Fader or Balanc...

Page 165: ...m all bands can be stored in any order in the favorite pages Up to 25 stations can be stored Storing Stations To store the station to a position in the list touch the corresponding button 1 5 until a...

Page 166: ...annel Press g or d to seek the previous or next channel Using the Preset Buttons Up to five favorites pages can be saved and each page can store up to five channels To change a preset button tune to t...

Page 167: ...for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other Static can occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this...

Page 168: ...test iTunes application See www apple com itunes For help with identifying your iPod go to www apple com support The USB port can play both lower and upper case mp3 wma ogg and wav files stored on a U...

Page 169: ...ction before driving and with the vehicle parked Become familiar with the features of the cell phone Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used entries If po...

Page 170: ...Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 0 169 or Bluetooth Overview 0 168 or OnStar Overview 0 356 c Press to decline an incoming call or end a current call Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system whe...

Page 171: ...eplate or press g on the steering wheel without OnStar 3 Touch Search Device 4 Touch the desired device to pair on the searched list screen 5 Touch Yes on the pop up screen of the Bluetooth device and...

Page 172: ...Bluetooth device is turned off a failure message is displayed on the infotainment system Pairing a Phone No SSP and Paired Device When a paired device is on the infotainment system and SSP is not sup...

Page 173: ...be registered and connected to the product From the cell phone or Bluetooth device find the Bluetooth device type to set connect the item as a stereo headset e will appear on the screen if the stereo...

Page 174: ...der to play from the Bluetooth device in the Bluetooth music play mode If this is done in a different mode then the device transmits the order to stop Depending on the Bluetooth device options this or...

Page 175: ...is a trademark of Google Inc Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc Hands Free Phone General Information Vehicles with a Hands Free Phone system can use a Bluetooth capable cell phone with a hands...

Page 176: ...through the list 3 Touch the phone book entry to call 4 If there is more than one number associated with the name touch the number to dial Searching for Contacts Entries 1 Touch contacts on the phone...

Page 177: ...he 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...

Page 178: ...All devices may not be supported depending on the performance of the USB hub If there is not enough power supply it may not operate normally Do not disconnect the USB storage device while it is playin...

Page 179: ...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 D...

Page 180: ...Tone Settings Touch Tone Settings The Tone Settings menu is displayed See Tone Settings under Radio Controls in Operation 0 162 Auto Volume Touch Auto Volume The Auto Volume menu is displayed See Aut...

Page 181: ...st forward Release the button to resume playback at normal speed Playing a File Randomly Touch Z during playback ON Plays all files randomly OFF Returns to normal playback Using the iPod Menu Touch Me...

Page 182: ...icture screen Using the USB Picture Menu 1 Touch MENU from the picture screen 2 Touch the appropriate menu Slide Show Time Allows selection of the slide show interval Clock Temp Display Allows selecti...

Page 183: ...of the playback time to play the previous file Returning to the Beginning of the Current Movie Touch t after five seconds of the playback time Scanning Forward or Backward Touch and hold t or u during...

Page 184: ...r 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 and other countries Fees and Taxes Subsc...

Page 185: ...oduct that incorporates SiriusXM Technology and or for use of any of the SiriusXM marks to be manufactured distributed or marketed in the SiriusXM Service Area 2 For products to be distributed markete...

Page 186: ...tenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 192 Service 192 Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems With Air Conditioning The heating cooling defrosting and ventilation for the vehicle can be con...

Page 187: ...s below freezing the air conditioning compressor will not work L Press to turn on the recirculation An indicator light comes on Air is recirculated inside the vehicle It helps to quickly cool the air...

Page 188: ...the following Y Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets Air is directed to the floor outlets Clears the windows of fog or...

Page 189: ...e actions may damage the rear defogger Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Automatic Climate Control System If equipped the heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be cont...

Page 190: ...turn to automatic operation Air Delivery Mode Controls Press to change the direction of the airflow The indicator light in the button will turn on The current mode appears in the display screen Automa...

Page 191: ...d as needed to help quickly cool the inside of the vehicle Auto Defog The climate control system may have a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle When high humidity is detect...

Page 192: ...d ambient conditions The rear defog indicator light does not come on during a remote start If the vehicle has front heated seats they may come on during a remote start The heated seat indicator lights...

Page 193: ...ritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance See Maintenance Schedule 0 326 See your dealer regarding replacement of...

Page 194: ...Burn 213 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 213 Running the Vehicle While Parked 214 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 214 Manual Mode 216 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 217 Brakes Ant...

Page 195: ...l 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 t...

Page 196: ...lude Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you Avoid needless heavy braking Keep pace with traffic If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven brake normally but...

Page 197: ...ips 1 Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer the vehicle so that it straddles the edge of the pavement 2 Turn the steering wheel about one eighth of a turn until the ri...

Page 198: ...brakes can cause crashes They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car v...

Page 199: ...ive at speeds that keep the vehicle in its own lane Do not swing wide or cross the center line Be alert on top of hills something could be in your lane e g stalled car accident Pay attention to specia...

Page 200: ...vehicle is stuck in snow Clear snow from the base of the vehicle especially any blocking the exhaust pipe Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the vehicle side that is away from the wind to bring in fresh...

Page 201: ...or pedal while shifting and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could...

Page 202: ...cation label It may show 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 Corr...

Page 203: ...anual 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...

Page 204: ...le A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar The label may show the gross weight capacity of the vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Th...

Page 205: ...me you get new brake linings Following break in engine speed and load can be gradually increased Ignition Positions Key Access The ignition switch has four different positions Caution Using a tool to...

Page 206: ...the ignition to ACC ACCESSORY 1 ACC ACCESSORY This position provides power to some of the electrical accessories It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition To move the key from ACC ACCESSORY to LOCK...

Page 207: ...he Engine OFF When the vehicle is stopped press ENGINE START STOP once to turn the engine off If the vehicle is in P Park the ignition will turn off and Retained Accessory Power RAP will remain active...

Page 208: ...riving With the ignition off and the brake pedal applied pressing the button once will place the ignition system in ON RUN START Once engine cranking begins release the button Engine cranking will con...

Page 209: ...nd drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor cool down 2 If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds especially in very cold weather below 18 C or...

Page 210: ...t could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you press ENGINE START STOP for up to a maximum of 15 seconds Wait at least...

Page 211: ...ime is greater than two minutes Engine Heater The engine heater if equipped can help in cold weather conditions at or below 18 C 0 F for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up P...

Page 212: ...f 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 vehi...

Page 213: ...awl in the transmission This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the transmission into P Park is not done properly and then it is difficult to shift out of P Park To prevent torque lock set th...

Page 214: ...level surface or an uphill slope use 1 First gear Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake 0 220 Turn the wheels toward the curb for a downhill slope or away from the curb for an uphill slope...

Page 215: ...paired immediately Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not...

Page 216: ...plication Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into another gear See Shifting out of Park 0 212 R Use this gear to back up Caution Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is movi...

Page 217: ...Driver Shift Control DSC Electronic Range Select ERS or Manual Mode allows the range of gear positions to be selected Use this mode when driving downhill or to limit the top gear and vehicle speed The...

Page 218: ...your hand on the shift lever while driving The pressure could cause premature wear in the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Do not rest your foot on the clu...

Page 219: ...tops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to Neutral Neutral Use this position when you start or idle the engine The shift lever is in Neutral when it is centered in the shift pattern...

Page 220: ...stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help you steer around the obst...

Page 221: ...Hold the release button in as you move the brake handle all the way down Caution Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system part...

Page 222: ...lly applied the brake pedal in an attempt to quickly stop or slow down the vehicle The stability system hydraulic brake control module increases brake pressure at each corner of the vehicle until the...

Page 223: ...Turning the Systems Off and On later in this section The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster This light will Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin Flash when StabiliTrak is...

Page 224: ...r foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below 40 km h 25 mph Warning Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed Do not use cruise control...

Page 225: ...ise control indicator on the instrument cluster turns green after cruise control has been set to the desired speed See Instrument Cluster Base Level 0 112 or Instrument Cluster Uplevel 0 114 Resuming...

Page 226: ...he hills When going up steep hills you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed When going downhill you might have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed...

Page 227: ...s required while driving and you should be ready to take action and apply the brakes and or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes Audible Alert Some driver assistance features alert the driver of obstacl...

Page 228: ...different from actual distances Do not drive or park the vehicle using only these camera s Always check behind and around the vehicle before driving Failure to use proper care may result in injury de...

Page 229: ...left or right side of the vehicle When an object is detected three beeps sound from the left or right depending on the direction of the detected vehicle Use caution while backing up when towing a trai...

Page 230: ...mals signs guardrails bridges construction barrels or other objects Be ready to take action and apply the brakes See Defensive Driving 0 194 FCA can be disabled with the FCA steering wheel control Det...

Page 231: ...button presses will change this setting The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect the timing of both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating Alert features The timing of both a...

Page 232: ...rivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone or spot areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind The LCA warning display will...

Page 233: ...r the system to calibrate to maximum performance This calibration may occur more quickly if the vehicle is driven on a straight highway road with traffic and roadside objects e g guardrails barriers D...

Page 234: ...crashes due to unintentional lane departures It may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction It may a...

Page 235: ...e steering wheel and display A as amber if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction It may also provide an LDW alert by flashing A amber as the lane...

Page 236: ...ime driving or starting could be affected Drive the vehicle until the fuel is at one half tank or less then refuel with the current seasonal fuel Prohibited Fuels Gasolines containing oxygenates such...

Page 237: ...l might be hard to find Check regional auto club or fuel retail brand websites for availability in the country where driving Never use leaded gasoline fuel containing methanol manganese or any other f...

Page 238: ...es including engine stalling and damage to the fuel system Fuel spills Potential fuel fires Be careful not to spill fuel Wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle C...

Page 239: ...s could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged Always Use approved fuel containers Remove the container from the vehicle trunk or pickup bed before filling Continued Warning Continued Place...

Page 240: ...th vehicle systems This could affect vehicle operation and cause a crash Such devices may also access information stored in the vehicle s systems Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehic...

Page 241: ...and P Park Mechanism Check 261 Wiper Blade Replacement 262 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 263 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 263 Halogen Bulbs 263 High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting 263 Headlam...

Page 242: ...Information For service and parts needs visit your dealer You will receive genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition...

Page 243: ...dynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehi...

Page 244: ...ce work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information 0 35...

Page 245: ...its retainer located above the radiator Securely place the hood prop into the slot on the underside of the hood To close the hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are properly in...

Page 246: ...Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 Vehicle Care 245 Engine Compartment Overview...

Page 247: ...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 Sy...

Page 248: ...ving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil See Engine Compartment Overview 0 245 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Add enough oil to put the level...

Page 249: ...rs or into streams or bodies of water Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when...

Page 250: ...e to 100 The oil life system can also be reset as follows 1 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds The system i...

Page 251: ...3 brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap See Engine Compartment Overview 0 245 for reservoir location How to Check and Add Fluid Visually check the brake clutch fluid reservoir to make sure th...

Page 252: ...e four air cleaner filter housing cover screws 1 5 Raise the air cleaner filter housing cover and remove the air cleaner filter from the air cleaner filter housing 6 Clean the air cleaner filter seali...

Page 253: ...f there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Caution Using coolant other th...

Page 254: ...e cooling system the engine could overheat and be damaged Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack engine cooling parts The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Use only the...

Page 255: ...me out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever...

Page 256: ...lt getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to t...

Page 257: ...can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop the engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment If an engine o...

Page 258: ...tains any type of water repellent coating This can cause the wiper blades to chatter or skip Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in the windshield washer It can damage the windshield washer system an...

Page 259: ...be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing Drum brakes have an inspection hole to inspect lining wear during scheduled maintenance When the front brake pads are...

Page 260: ...and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake clutch hydraulic system When the brake clutch fluid falls to a low level the brake warning light comes on See Brake...

Page 261: ...arning 0 241 Vehicle Storage Warning Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting North America 0 309 for tips on worki...

Page 262: ...ry to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of P Park contact your dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check If equipped with a key type ignition...

Page 263: ...e in different types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Maintenance Replacement Parts 0 336 Caution Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is...

Page 264: ...isted in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs Warning Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read a...

Page 265: ...r and firmly pulling it straight up and out of the bottle 3 For the passenger side disengage the air cleaner and push it aside to allow easier access to the bulb cover 4 Remove the bulb cover by turni...

Page 266: ...ssembly by turning clockwise 7 For the driver side reinstall the windshield washer bottle filler neck by firmly pushing it straight into the bottle and re attaching it to the tie bar Taillamps and Bac...

Page 267: ...Remove the three screws that secure the taillamp assembly 4 Remove the taillamp assembly by pulling it straight back 5 Remove the bulb socket from the taillamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise...

Page 268: ...ad is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fir...

Page 269: ...cle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems To check a fuse look at the silver colored...

Page 270: ...Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 Vehicle Care 269 Engine Compartment Fuse Block...

Page 271: ...sel NOx CVT8 transmission Fuses Usage F15 O2 sensor F16 Fuel injection F17 Fuel injection F18 Diesel NOx F19 Diesel NOx F20 F21 Electric parking brake F22 ABS system F23 Windshield washer Rear windows...

Page 272: ...rter K02 A C control K03 Engine functions K04 CVT8 transmission K05 Starter K06 Diesel fuel heating Secondary air induction K07 Right low beam headlamp Right daytime running lamp K08 Transmission K09...

Page 273: ...anel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is in the center of the console under the heater ventilation and air conditioning controls To access the fuses 1 Open the fuse block cover by pulling ou...

Page 274: ...Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 Vehicle Care 273 Instrument Panel Fuse Block...

Page 275: ...ane keep assist High beam headlamp auto control F15 Body control module 1 F16 Body control module 7 F17 Body control module 6 F18 Body control module 3 F19 Data link connector F20 Airbag F21 A C F22 T...

Page 276: ...us injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a...

Page 277: ...proper tire selection Also see Buying New Tires 0 290 With winter tires there may be decreased dry road traction increased road noise and shorter tread life After changing to winter tires be alert for...

Page 278: ...n DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards DOT Tire Date of Manufacture The last four digits of the TIN indicate the t...

Page 279: ...ortation 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 o...

Page 280: ...ewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide 4 Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means d...

Page 281: ...with the U S Department of Transportation DOT Motor Vehicle Safety Standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manuf...

Page 282: ...pressure as shown on the tire placard See Tire Pressure 0 282 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 200 Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to...

Page 283: ...ood Underinflated tires or tires that do not have enough air can result in Tire overloading and overheating which could lead to a blowout Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy...

Page 284: ...lve caps designed for the vehicle by GM TPMS sensors could be damaged and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Tire Pressure for High Speed Operation Warning Driving at high speeds 160 km h 10...

Page 285: ...to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tir...

Page 286: ...e Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see Driver Information Center DIC Uplevel Cluster 0 133 or Driver Informa...

Page 287: ...after rotating the tires The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off after successfully completing the sensor matching process See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One o...

Page 288: ...mation Center DIC Uplevel Cluster 0 133 or Driver Information Center DIC Base Level Cluster 0 130 4 If the vehicle has an uplevel DIC use the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wheel to sc...

Page 289: ...s 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 t...

Page 290: ...used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion...

Page 291: ...Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system rating When replacement tires are needed GM strongly recommends buying tires with the same TPC Spec rating GM s exclusive TPC Spec system...

Page 292: ...replaced with a tire that does not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction radial as the original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure mon...

Page 293: ...rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they...

Page 294: ...r the Federal Motor Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this ti...

Page 295: ...ter calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis Used Replacement Wheels Warning Replacing a wheel with a used one is danger...

Page 296: ...t what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly S...

Page 297: ...y Continued Warning Continued 2 Put an automatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in 1 First or R Reverse 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not a...

Page 298: ...e 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...

Page 299: ...tured 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 a...

Page 300: ...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 9 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running while using the a...

Page 301: ...ressor kit as it could be warm after usage 13 Unplug the power plug 9 from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 14 Turn the sealant air hose 2 counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve st...

Page 302: ...at a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices 26 Replace it with a new canister available from your dealer 27 After temporarily sealing a tire using the tire sealant and com...

Page 303: ...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 r...

Page 304: ...compressor kit has accessory adapters located in a compartment on the bottom of its housing that can be used to inflate air mattresses balls etc Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit The tire se...

Page 305: ...295 2 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts but do not remove them yet 3 Place the jack near the flat tire 4 Place the jack under the vehicle 5 Put the compact spare tire...

Page 306: ...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 Caution Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or...

Page 307: ...sh later to remove all rust or dirt 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 11 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface Warning Never use oi...

Page 308: ...the jack from under the vehicle 16 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench When reinstalling the wheel cover or center cap on the full size tire tighten all five plastic caps hand snug wit...

Page 309: ...t should be 420 kPa 60 psi Stop as soon as possible and check that the spare tire is correctly inflated after being installed on the vehicle The compact spare tire is designed for temporary use only T...

Page 310: ...try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely Warning WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead...

Page 311: ...itive terminal 4 and negative terminal 3 are on the battery of the vehicle providing the jump start The positive jump start connection for the discharged battery is under a trim cover Open the cover t...

Page 312: ...If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately Warning Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away...

Page 313: ...ould not be used to recover a vehicle from an off road situation Caution Improper use of the tow eye can cause vehicle damage Use caution and low speeds to prevent damage to the vehicle Carefully open...

Page 314: ...t recommendations Whether 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 Caution Use of a shield mounted in front of the v...

Page 315: ...being towed remove fuses F15 F23 F26 and F27 from the instrument panel fuse block See Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 272 Remember to reinstall the fuses once the destination has been reached Caution If...

Page 316: ...Also repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never have the vehicle towed from the rear Appearance Care Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory Use a de icing agent only...

Page 317: ...ipment Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or a...

Page 318: ...n Use only approved cleaning solutions for aluminum chrome or stainless steel Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain alkaline substances and can damage the moldings Always dilute a concentrated cl...

Page 319: ...cause wiper streaking Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions sand salt heat sun snow and ice Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades bef...

Page 320: ...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 Brake System Visually inspect brake line...

Page 321: ...ns and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface See Finish Care previously in this section Interior Care To prevent dirt particle abrasions regularly clean the vehicle s interior Immed...

Page 322: ...oth dampened with water When heavily soiled use warm soapy water Fabric Carpet Suede Start by vacuuming the surface using a soft brush attachment If a rotating vacuum brush attachment is being used on...

Page 323: ...eather Vinyl Other Plastic Surfaces Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and Natural Open Pore Wood Surfaces Use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with water to remove dust and loose dirt For a more thorough clean...

Page 324: ...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 sure the floor mat does not int...

Page 325: ...co 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 324 Vehicle Care Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snapping into position Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in p...

Page 326: ...hnicians 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...

Page 327: ...y driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain Frequently towing a trailer Used for high speed or competitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery serv...

Page 328: ...ollowing services See Tire Rotation 0 288 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage If needed change engine oil and filter and reset oil life system See Engine Oil 0 246 and Engine Oil Life Syste...

Page 329: ...ition transmission lock See Ignition Transmission Lock Check 0 261 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 0 261 Check accelerator pedal...

Page 330: ...4 4 0 0 0 k m 9 0 0 0 0 mi 1 5 6 0 0 0 k m 9 7 5 0 0 mi 1 6 8 0 0 0 k m 1 0 5 0 0 0 mi 1 8 0 0 0 0 k m 11 2 5 0 0 mi 1 9 2 0 0 0 k m 1 2 0 0 0 0 mi 2 0 4 0 0 0 k m 1 2 7 5 0 0 mi 2 1 6 0 0 0 k m 1 3...

Page 331: ...ir filter replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow window fogging or odors Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for...

Page 332: ...e oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Change automatic transmission fluid Change manual transmi...

Page 333: ...ehicles Only Lubricate chassis components every oil change Have underbody flushing service performed See Underbody Maintenance in Exterior Care 0 315 Additional Maintenance and Care Your vehicle is an...

Page 334: ...fe driving Signs of brake wear may include chirping grinding or squealing noises or difficulty stopping Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommen...

Page 335: ...e wheel balancing services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds Your dealer sells and services name brand tires Vehicle Care To help keep the vehicle looking like new vehicle care products...

Page 336: ...818 in Canada 19299819 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Tran...

Page 337: ...identified here by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 95021102 A3184C Engine Oil Filter 12674698 UPF6...

Page 338: ...rvice and Maintenance 337 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 prov...

Page 339: ...windshield from outside The Vehicle Identification Number VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The e...

Page 340: ...cities 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 Cool...

Page 341: ...ing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 340 Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1 4L L4 Turbo LE2 M Automatic Manual 0 60 0 70 mm 0 024 0 028 in Spar...

Page 342: ...Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9234744 2016 CRC 3 9 16 Technical Data 341 Engine Drive Belt Routing...

Page 343: ...rting Safety Defects to General Motors 354 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 354 Event Data Recorders 354 Infotainment System 355 Customer Information Customer Sati...

Page 344: ...e 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 Th...

Page 345: ...tial program 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 Arbitratio...

Page 346: ...S my chevrolet com The Chevrolet online owner experience allows interaction with Chevrolet and keeps important vehicle specific information in one place Membership Benefits E Download owner manuals a...

Page 347: ...call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program For U S purchased vehicles call 1 800 243 8872 Text Telephone TTY 1 888 889 2438 For Canadian purchased vehicles call 1 800 268 6800 Service is availabl...

Page 348: ...e if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead battery Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty event incidental...

Page 349: ...y related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If your dealer requests you to bring the vehicle for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day...

Page 350: ...onal Program Information All program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Contact your dealer for specific availability General Motors reserves the right to unilaterall...

Page 351: ...ifferences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to the GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs throug...

Page 352: ...ys the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair...

Page 353: ...Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover see Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to change withou...

Page 354: ...der a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll fre...

Page 355: ...uipped to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how the...

Page 356: ...such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR GM will not access this data or share it with others except with the cons...

Page 357: ...tery and electrical system cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about y...

Page 358: ...e to help Press for a priority connection to an OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency service providers direct them to your exact location and relay important information With OnStar Crisis Assist...

Page 359: ...e destination then responds with OnStar ready then a tone Destination Download Subscribers can have directions sent to the vehicle s navigation screen if equipped Press Q then ask the Advisor to downl...

Page 360: ...erry or Windows mobile devices OnStar Subscribers can access the following services from a mobile device Remotely start stop the vehicle if factory equipped Lock unlock doors if equipped with automati...

Page 361: ...key systems with a monthly e mail or by pressing Q If equipped Diagnostic Alerts can be received in real time via e mail or text The Proactive Alerts feature if available can help predict and alert o...

Page 362: ...y compatible with OnStar services Service involving location information about the vehicle cannot work unless GPS signals are available unobstructed and compatible with the OnStar hardware OnStar serv...

Page 363: ...around airports in tunnels and underpasses or in an area with very dense trees If GPS signals are not available the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar However OnStar could have difficu...

Page 364: ...h GM servers to collect information about vehicle system status identify whether updates or changes are available or deliver updates or changes An active OnStar agreement constitutes consent to these...

Page 365: ...of individuals Mark Adler John Bush Karl Davis Harald Denker Jean Michel Dubois Jean loup Gailly Hunter Goatley Ed Gordon Ian Gorman Chris Herborth Dirk Haase Greg Hartwig Robert Heath Jonathan Hudso...

Page 366: ...t not be misrepresented as being the original source Such altered versions also must not be misrepresented as being Info ZIP releases including but not limited to labeling of the altered versions with...

Page 367: ...bag Restrain 74 Passenger Sensing System 76 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 74 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 75 When Should an Airbag Inflate 73 Where Are the Airbags 72 Airbags Adding Equip...

Page 368: ...19 Assist 221 Fluid 258 Parking 220 System Messages 136 Braking 195 Break In New Vehicle 204 Bulb Replacement 267 Halogen Bulbs 263 Headlamp Aiming 263 Headlamps 263 Headlamps and Front Turn Signal 26...

Page 369: ...y Lamps 156 Courtesy Transportation Program 348 Cruise Control 223 Light 129 Messages 137 Cupholders 101 Customer Assistance 345 Offices 344 Text Telephone TTY Users 345 Customer Information Service P...

Page 370: ...While Parked 214 Starting 207 Entry Lighting 157 Event Data Recorders 354 Exit Lighting 157 Extender Safety Belt 68 Exterior Lamp Controls 151 Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 158 F Filter Engine Air C...

Page 371: ...ischarge HID Lighting 263 High Beam On Light 128 High Low Beam Changer 153 Lamps On Reminder 129 Heated Rear Seats 63 Steering Wheel 105 Heated Front Seats 60 Heated Mirrors 50 Heater Engine 210 Heati...

Page 372: ...Brake System Warning 124 Charging System 122 Cruise Control 129 Door Ajar 129 Engine Oil Pressure 127 Flash to Pass 153 Front Fog Lamp 129 High Beam On 128 High Low Beam Changer 153 Low Fuel Warning...

Page 373: ...igation OnStar 357 New Vehicle Break In 204 O Object Detection System Messages 139 Odometer 117 Trip 117 Off Road Recovery 196 Oil Engine 246 Engine Oil Life System 248 Messages 138 Pressure Light 127...

Page 374: ...Reading Lamps 156 Rear Seat Armrest 63 Rear Seats 61 Heated 63 Rearview Mirrors 50 Automatic Dimming 50 Reclining Seatbacks 58 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 335 Records Maintenance 337 Recreation...

Page 375: ...Service 192 Accessories and Modifications 242 Climate Control System 185 187 Doing Your Own Work 243 Engine Soon Light 122 Maintenance Records 337 Maintenance General Information 325 Parts Identificat...

Page 376: ...Pressure Light 127 Pressure Monitor Operation 285 Pressure Monitor System 284 Rotation 288 Sealant and Compressor Kit 296 Sealant and Compressor Kit Storing 303 Sidewall Labeling 277 Terminology and...

Page 377: ...and Compressor Kit 303 Tire Pressure 282 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 354 Ventilation Air 191 Visors 53 W Warning Brake System Light 124 Caution and Danger 3 Warning cont d Lane Departure LDW 23...

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