Chevrolet spark 2017 Owner'S Manual Download

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Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-9956101) -

2017 - crc - 4/25/16

320

Index

Accessories and

Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 205
Additional Information

OnStar

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315

Additional Maintenance

and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287

Agreements

Trademarks and License . . . . . 158

Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 218
Air Conditioning Regular

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

Air Filter, Passenger

Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Airbag System

Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
How Does an Airbag

Restrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Passenger Sensing System . . . . 65
What Makes an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

What Will You See after an

Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Airbag System (cont'd)

When Should an Airbag

Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 60

Airbags

Adding Equipment to the

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Passenger Status Indicator . . . 102
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Servicing Airbag-Equipped

Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Alarm

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Antenna

Multi-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 189

Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Appearance Care

Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276

Apple CarPlay and

Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Armrest

Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Summary of Contents for spark 2017

Page 1: ...Spark Owner s Manual 2017 Spark 23469008 A C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 2k17_Chevrolet_Spark_23469008A ai 1 5 3 2016 10 43 46 AM 2k17_Chevrolet_Spark_23469008A ai 1 5 3 2016 10 43 46 AM ...

Page 2: ... 5 Keys Doors and Windows 23 Seats and Restraints 46 Storage 90 Instruments and Controls 92 Lighting 129 Infotainment System 135 Climate Controls 160 Driving and Operating 165 Vehicle Care 207 Service and Maintenance 280 Technical Data 293 Customer Information 296 Reporting Safety Defects 307 OnStar 310 Index 320 ...

Page 3: ...our region or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or from Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en frança...

Page 4: ...pecific component control message gauge or indicator M Shown when the owner manual has additional instructions or information Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information 0 Shown when there is more information on another page see page Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean For more information on the sym...

Page 5: ...Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9956101 2017 crc 4 25 16 4 Introduction g StabiliTrak Off 7 Tire Pressure Monitor d Traction Control StabiliTrak i Traction Control Off a Under Pressure M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ...t 13 Interior Lighting 13 Exterior Lighting 14 Windshield Wiper Washer 14 Climate Controls 15 Vehicle Features Radio s 16 Satellite Radio 16 Portable Audio Devices 16 Bluetooth 16 Steering Wheel Controls 17 Cruise Control 17 Driver Information Center DIC 18 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 18 Lane Departure Warning LDW 18 Rear Vision Camera RVC 18 Parking Assist 18 Power Outlets 19 Sunroof 19 Pe...

Page 7: ...Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9956101 2017 crc 4 25 16 6 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 8: ...wer Outlets 0 96 10 Climate Control Systems 0 160 11 Heated Front Seats 0 50 If Equipped 12 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission 0 185 If Equipped or Manual Transmission 0 187 If Equipped 13 Parking Brake 0 189 14 Auxiliary Devices 0 149 If Equipped 15 Ignition Positions Key Access 0 176 or Ignition Positions Keyless Access 0 177 16 Steering Wheel Controls 0 93 If Equipped 17 Horn 0 94 18 Steeri...

Page 9: ...ound later in this owner manual Remote Keyless Entry RKE System For vehicles with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter it may work up to 20 m 66 ft away from the vehicle LS 1LT 2LT Press the key release button to release the key The key can be used for the ignition and all locks Press K to unlock the driver door or all doors and the liftgate Press Q to lock all doors and the liftgate Lock and ...

Page 10: ...or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle Press Q or K on the power door lock switch Use the lock knob on the top of the door panel See Door Locks 0 33 Keyless Access From the outside if the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Access press the button on the door handle when the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is within range See Remote K...

Page 11: ...itches work when the vehicle is in ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 42 and Power Windows 0 42 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 ...

Page 12: ...re it is locked See Reclining Seatbacks 0 49 Second Row Seats The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space See Rear Seats 0 51 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 the seat and the head re...

Page 13: ...irror Adjustment Interior Mirror Adjustment Push the tab forward to the daytime position then adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle Manual Rearview Mirror To avoid glare of the headlamps from behind pull the tab backward for nighttime use Push the tab forward for daytime use Exterior Mirrors Manual Mirrors If equipped controls for the outside manual mirrors are...

Page 14: ...eel up or down 3 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamp controls are in the headliner above the front seats Press to turn the lamps off even when a door is open 1 When the button is returned to the middle position the lamps turn on automatically when a door is opened Press to turn on the dome l...

Page 15: ...d instrument panel lights A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on If equipped press to turn the fog lamps on or off See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 129 Fog Lamps 0 132 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...

Page 16: ...rward to spray washer fluid on the rear window The lever returns to its starting position when released See Windshield Wiper Washer 0 94 or Rear Window Wiper Washer 0 95 If Equipped Climate Controls If equipped with these climate control systems the heating cooling and ventilation can be controlled for the vehicle Climate Control System with Heater and Air Conditioning 1 Temperature Control 2 Fan ...

Page 17: ...satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in digital quality sound A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service Refer to www siriusxm com or call 1 888 601 6296 U S www siriusxm ca or call 1 877 438 9677 Canada See Satellite Radio 0 140 Porta...

Page 18: ...rrent call _ SRC Press to select a source or toggle to change favorite stations x Press to increase the volume Press to decrease the volume For more information see Steering Wheel Controls 0 93 Cruise Control o Press to turn the cruise control system on and off A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on RES If there is a set speed in memory move the thumbwheel up...

Page 19: ...icle ahead too quickly FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 198 Lane Departure Warning LDW If equipped LDW may help avoid unintentional lane departures at speeds of 56 km h 35 mph or greater LDW uses a camera sensor to detect the lane markings The LDW light is green if a lane marking is detected If the vehicle departs the la...

Page 20: ...Release the switch to stop movement The sunshade automatically opens with the sunroof but must be closed manually Close Press and hold g 2 to close Release the switch to stop movement The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure See Sunroof 0 44 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control Electronic Stability Control The TCS limits wheel spin The system is on wh...

Page 21: ...is corrected The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as the vehicle is driven This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance Maintain the correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monito...

Page 22: ...off 2 Press the DIC MENU button on the turn signal lever to enter the Vehicle Information Menu Use the thumbwheel to scroll through the menu items until you reach REMAINING OIL LIFE 3 Press the SET CLR button to reset the oil life at 100 4 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 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 a...

Page 23: ...16 22 In Brief 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 New Chevrolet owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program See Roadside Assistance Program 0 300 ...

Page 24: ...n Key Access 38 Immobilizer Operation Keyless Access 39 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 40 Manual Mirrors 40 Power Mirrors 41 Folding Mirrors 41 Heated Mirrors 41 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 41 Manual Rearview Mirror 41 Windows Windows 42 Manual Windows 42 Power Windows 42 Sun Visors 44 Roof Sunroof 44 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key i...

Page 25: ...ags may not deploy To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the ignition key do not change the 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 transmitter if equipped are designed to work together As a system it reduces the risk of unintention...

Page 26: ...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 0 300 With an active OnStar subscription an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle See OnStar Overview 0 310 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 306 If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry RKE operating ...

Page 27: ... through vehicle personalization If enabled only the driver door unlocks See Vehicle Personalization 0 123 Pressing Q may also arm the theft deterrent system See Vehicle Alarm System 0 37 Pressing Q on the transmitter will also lock the fuel door K Press to unlock the driver door Press again to unlock all doors and the liftgate The turn signal indicators flash to indicate unlocking has occurred Se...

Page 28: ...e security light will turn off once the key has been programmed 6 Repeat Steps 1 5 if additional keys are to be programmed If a key is lost or damaged see your dealer to have a new key made Programming without a Recognized Key Program a new key to the vehicle when a recognized key is not available Canadian regulations require that owners see their dealer If two currently recognized keys are not av...

Page 29: ...ide facing up Push the battery down until it is held in place Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 5 Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access The RKE transmitter may work up to 20 m 66 ft away from the vehicle Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 0 25 2LT The follo...

Page 30: ...ome vehicles have a Keyless Access system that lets you lock and unlock the doors without removing the RKE transmitter from your pocket purse briefcase etc The RKE transmitter should be within 1 m 3 ft of the door being opened If the vehicle has this feature there will be buttons on the outside front door handles The vehicle can be customized to always unlock all doors on the first lock unlock but...

Page 31: ...ature Temporarily disable the passive locking by pressing and holding K on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds or until three chimes are heard Passive locking will then remain disabled until Q on the interior door is pressed or until the vehicle is turned on To customize the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle see Vehicle Personalization 0 123 Remot...

Page 32: ...TART STOP button for at least 10 seconds to exit programming mode Programming without Recognized Transmitters Keyless Access Vehicles Only If two currently recognized transmitters are not available follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters This feature is not available in Canada This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete The vehicle must be off and all of the tra...

Page 33: ...rogramming mode Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED when trying to start the 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 transmitter pocket with the buttons facing the front of the vehicle 2 With the vehicle in P Park...

Page 34: ...erly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven Young children 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 leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle Locking the doors can ...

Page 35: ...an also be programmed See Vehicle Personalization 0 123 Automatic Door Locks If equipped the vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are closed the ignition is on and the shift lever is moved out of P Park for automatic transmissions or the vehicle speed is above 13 km h 8 mph for manual transmissions the doors and the liftgate will lock To unlock the doors and the liftgate Press K on the doo...

Page 36: ...e turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menus See Vehicle Personalization 0 123 Safety Locks The vehicle has rear door safety locks on each rear door that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside Using the Rear Door Safety Lock 1 Move the lever up to lock 2 Close the door 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the other rear door lock Caution Pulling the inside door handle w...

Page 37: ...lled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or hatch trunk open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the Continued Warning Continued highest setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index If th...

Page 38: ...hicle Alarm System This vehicle has an anti theft alarm system The security 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 Fast Flash Vehicle is unsecured A door the hood or the liftgate is open Slow Flash Alarm system is armed Arming the Alarm System 1 Turn off the veh...

Page 39: ... all occupants have left the vehicle and all doors are closed Always unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the alarm Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system or turn off the alarm How to Detect a Tamper Condition If K is pressed on the RKE transmitter and the horn chirps or the lights flash three times a previous...

Page 40: ... The system does not have to be manually armed or disarmed The vehicle is automatically immobilized when the transmitter leaves the vehicle The immobilization system is disarmed when the ignition button is pressed and a valid transmitter is found in the vehicle The security light in the instrument cluster comes on when there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system The syst...

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

Page 42: ...e Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Heated Mirrors If equipped the rear window defogger also heats the outside mirrors 1 Press to heat the outside mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control Systems 0 160 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle If equipped with OnStar the vehicle m...

Page 43: ...e sound open a front window Manual Windows If equipped turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows The rear windows do not open fully 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 pre...

Page 44: ... reverse The window will operate as normal after the object or condition is removed Obstacle Detection Override Warning If obstacle detection override is activated the window will not reverse automatically You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged Before you use obstacle detection override make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path The window can b...

Page 45: ...unroof If equipped the ignition must be in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY or in Retained Accessory Power RAP to operate the sunroof See Ignition Positions Key Access 0 176 or Ignition Positions Keyless Access 0 177 and Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 182 Vent Open Press and hold e 1 to vent Press and hold e 1 again to open the sunroof Release the switch to stop movement The sunshade automatically opens wi...

Page 46: ...ct on the sunroof seal or in the track This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise It could also plug the water drainage system Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth mild soap and water Do not remove grease from the sunroof ...

Page 47: ...stem Airbag System 59 Where Are the Airbags 60 When Should an Airbag Inflate 62 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 63 How Does an Airbag Restrain 63 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 63 Passenger Sensing System 65 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 69 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 69 Airbag System Check 70 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash 70 Child Restraints Olde...

Page 48: ...y in a crash Front Seats The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions 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 located on the top of the seatback and push the head restraint down Try to move the head ...

Page 49: ... Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 77 Front Seats Seat Adjustment Manual Seats Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving 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 ...

Page 50: ...ion 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even when buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job Continued Warning Continued The shoulder belt will not be against your body ...

Page 51: ...isk of burns people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater especially for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket cushion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat If equipped the buttons are on the center console To operate...

Page 52: ...ront seatbacks in the upright position See Seat Adjustment 0 48 and Reclining Seatbacks 0 49 2 Remove the rear head restraints See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 77 3 Pull up on the front edge of the rear seat cushion to release it Tilt the seat cushion forward toward the front of the vehicle 4 Pull up the release knob on the t...

Page 53: ...e rear seats to the normal seating position 1 Move the safety belt out of the way by putting the safety belts into the belt guide on the trim 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...

Page 54: ...ny 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 buckle the safety belts See Safety Belt Reminders 0 101 Why Safety Belts Work When riding in a vehicle you travel as fast as the vehicle does If the vehicle stops suddenly you keep going until somet...

Page 55: ...cs show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts There are important things to know about wearing a safety belt properly Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you Always use the correct buckle for your seating position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this appli...

Page 56: ...ly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the front outboard seating position may affect the passenger s...

Page 57: ...elt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal near frontal or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met Safety belt pretensioners can also help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover event Pretensioners work only once If the pr...

Page 58: ... safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child restraints To wear it attach it to the ...

Page 59: ...ty of the system Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon a...

Page 60: ... airbags the word AIRBAG is on the lower part of the instrument panel For seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback closest to the door For roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from th...

Page 61: ... are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags Warning Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Always secure children properly in the vehicle To read...

Page 62: ...eatbacks closest to the door The roof rail airbags for the driver front passenger and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Rear Seat Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar On vehicles with second row seat mounted side impact airbags they are in the sides of the seatback closest to the door Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag mi...

Page 63: ...es to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver s or front outboard passenger s head and chest 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 t...

Page 64: ...l In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts by distributing the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s body Rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first and second rows The r...

Page 65: ...s by using the controls for those features Warning A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle such as the fuel system brake and steering systems etc Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle Use caution if you should attempt to ...

Page 66: ...y seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag should be allowed to inflate or not According to accident statistics children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size Whenever possible children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position Never put a rear facing child sea...

Page 67: ...icator 0 102 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front outboard passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbags to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are active For some ...

Page 68: ...at cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint See Head Restraints 0 47 6 Restart the vehicle The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbags for a child in a child restraint depending...

Page 69: ... of serious injury or even death An adult sized occupant should not ride in the front outboard passenger seat if the passenger airbag off indicator is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety Belts and Ch...

Page 70: ...er system height front end or side sheet metal may keep the airbag system from working properly The operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changing any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module steering wheel instrument panel any of the airbag modules ceiling or pillar garnish trim front sensors side impact sensors or airbag wiring Your dealer a...

Page 71: ...he airbag may not work properly Do not open or break the airbag Continued Caution Continued coverings If there are any opened or broken airbag coverings have the airbag covering and or airbag module replaced For the location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags 0 60 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehi...

Page 72: ...de is not available or if the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An olde...

Page 73: ...wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen Contin...

Page 74: ...children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle Warning Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle Due to crash forces an infant or a child will beco...

Page 75: ... meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash infants and toddlers should be secured in a rear facing chi...

Page 76: ... acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child restraint provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A belt positioning booster seat is used for children who have outgrown their forward facing child restraint Boosters are designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system until the child is large enough ...

Page 77: ...t copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas of the United States and Canada Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians CPSTs are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly ...

Page 78: ...hat came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle Child restraints and booster seats vary considerably in size and some may fit in certain seating positions better than others Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint you may not be able to access adjacent safety belts or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child res...

Page 79: ...e top tether The LATCH anchorage system can be used until the combined weight of the child plus the child restraint is 29 5 kg 65 lbs Use the safety belt alone instead of the LATCH anchorage system once the combined weight is more than 29 5 kg 65 lbs See Securing Child Restraints With the Safety Belt in the Rear Seat 0 84 or Securing Child Restraints With the Safety Belt in the Front Seat 0 86 Chi...

Page 80: ...er to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor L...

Page 81: ...aint 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 s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual Warning To reduce the ...

Page 82: ... than one child restraint in the rear seat see Where to Put the Restraint 0 76 This system is designed to make installation of child restraints easier When using lower anchors do not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead use the vehicle s anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether 1 Attach and tighten the...

Page 83: ...tach the top tether to the top tether anchor The cargo cover can be removed and placed in a secure area if it interferes with the attachment of the top tether to the top tether anchor 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 be...

Page 84: ...ere 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 proper installation of the child restraint see Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System previously in this section Store the head restraints in a secure place To remove the head restraint 1 P...

Page 85: ...straint resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash see your dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash new LATCH system parts may be needed New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH sy...

Page 86: ...int needs to be installed in the rear seat be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint 0 76 1 Put the child restraint on the seat If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint the head restraint may be removed See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 77 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap a...

Page 87: ...the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it If the head restraint was removed reinstall it before the seating position is used See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation under...

Page 88: ...65 for additional information If the child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 77 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored I...

Page 89: ...r belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 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 t...

Page 90: ...forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbags are off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit see If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passenger Sensing System 0 65 To...

Page 91: ... result in injury 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 Warning Do not place objects on the cargo cover Sudden stops or turns can cause objects to be thrown in the vehicle You or others could b...

Page 92: ...ing U S Canada 9956101 2017 crc 4 25 16 Storage 91 To remove pull the cargo cover upward To reinstall align the cover with the hooks on the trim panel edge and push downward Cargo Tie Downs The cargo tie downs can be used to secure small loads ...

Page 93: ...g Warning Light 106 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 107 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 107 Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Light 107 Traction Off Light 107 StabiliTrak OFF Light 108 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 108 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 108 Tire Pressure Light 109 Engine Oil Pressure Light 109 Low Fuel Warning Light 110 Immobilizer Light 110 Reduced Engine Power Light 110 H...

Page 94: ... 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 steering wheel while driving Steering Wheel Controls For vehicles with audio steering wheel controls some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel b g For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar press to interact with those systems See Bluetooth Infotainment Controls...

Page 95: ...per lever down Wiper Parking If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are on LO HI or INT they will immediately stop If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing the wipers cont...

Page 96: ... rear wiper will automatically operate continuously when the shift lever is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing low or high speed wipes If the rear wiper control is off the shift lever is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing interval wipes then the rear wiper automatically performs interval wipes This feature can be changed See Vehicle Personalization 0 1...

Page 97: ... 0 Setting the 12 24 Hour Format 1 Press then touch Settings 2 Touch Time and Date then select 12h or 24h format 3 Touch 0 Setting the Month and Day Format 1 Press then touch Settings 2 Touch Time and Date then Set Date Format 3 Select DD MM YYYY day month year MM DD YYYY month day year or YYYY MM DD year month day format 4 Touch 0 Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in e...

Page 98: ...heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only such as cell phone charge cords Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights a...

Page 99: ...Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9956101 2017 crc 4 25 16 98 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster Cluster with Base Level DIC English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 100: ...Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9956101 2017 crc 4 25 16 Instruments and Controls 99 Cluster with Uplevel DIC English Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 101: ...e vehicle warranty Do not operate the engine with the rpm s in the warning area Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on the fuel gauge shows how much fuel is left in the fuel tank When the indicator nears empty a message in the Driver Information Center DIC displays See Fuel System Messages 0 120 The vehicle still has a little fuel left but the vehicle should be fueled soon An arrow on the fuel gauge i...

Page 102: ...ten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle continues several times if the front passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the front passenger safety belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light comes on The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase...

Page 103: ... the status indicator will light either ON or OFF or the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed to inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger a...

Page 104: ...etected and the vehicle may require service The light should come on to show that it is working when the ignition is in ON RUN with the engine not running for Key Access or in Service Only Mode for Keyless Access See Ignition Positions Key Access 0 176 or Ignition Positions Keyless Access 0 177 Malfunctions are often indicated by the system before any problem is noticeable Being aware of the light...

Page 105: ... If this occurs change the fuel brand It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off See Fuel 0 201 If the light remains on see your dealer Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs If the vehicle requires an Emissions Inspection Maintenance test the test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle s Data Link Connector DLC The DLC is under the instrument panel...

Page 106: ...hicle For normal braking performance both circuits need to be working If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have the brake system inspected right away Warning The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off Continu...

Page 107: ...t the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light stays on or comes on again while driving the vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light is not on the vehicle still has brakes 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 Light...

Page 108: ...cle Ahead Indicator If equipped this indicator will display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 198 Ultrasonic Parking Sensor Light If equipped this light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced This light indicates a malfunction in the ...

Page 109: ...on briefly when the engine is started If the light does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light is on and not flashing there is a malfunction in the system See your dealer A Driver Information Center DIC message may display Check the DIC messages to determine which feature s is no longer functioning and wheth...

Page 110: ... 0 122 Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure 0 247 When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on there may be a problem with the TPMS If the problem is not corrected the light will come on at every ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Monitor O...

Page 111: ...light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off If the light stays on and the engine does not start there could be a problem with the immobilizer system See Immobilizer Operation Key Access 0 38 or Immobilizer Operation Keyless Access 0 39 Reduced Engine Power Light...

Page 112: ...g lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps 0 132 for more information Lamps On Reminder This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 129 Cruise Control Light The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready and turns green when the cruise control is set and active The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control 0...

Page 113: ...r display area some in the lower display area and others use both the upper and lower display areas Use w x to scroll through the menu items Not all items are available on every vehicle The following is a list of possible menu items Remaining Oil Life Units Tire Learn Remaining Oil Life This menu is not available while the vehicle is moving This display shows an estimate of the oil s remaining use...

Page 114: ...Instantaneous Fuel Economy Average Fuel Economy Timer Trip Odometer This display shows the current distance traveled in either kilometers km or miles mi since the last reset for the trip odometer The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing SET CLR or pressing and holding the trip odometer reset stem while the trip odometer display is showing Fuel Range This display shows the approximate dis...

Page 115: ... and 59 seconds 9 59 59 after which the display will return to zero To stop the timer press SET CLR briefly while Timer is displayed To reset the timer to zero press and hold SET CLR Trip Fuel Menu Items Uplevel DIC Press MENU until the Trip Fuel menu is displayed Use w x to scroll through the menu items Not all items are available on every vehicle The following is a list of possible menu items Di...

Page 116: ... the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset of this value The average speed can be reset by pressing SET CLR while the Average Vehicle Speed display is showing Timer Available on some vehicles this display can be used as a timer To start the timer press SET CLR while Timer is displayed The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not includi...

Page 117: ...the Maintenance Schedule See Maintenance Schedule 0 281 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 life system press SET CLR while the Oil Life display...

Page 118: ... Camera 79 Engine Oil Low Add Oil 81 Service Transmission 84 Engine Power Is Reduced 88 Use Transmitter Pocket to Start 89 Service Vehicle Soon 91 No Remote Detected 92 No Remote Detected Press Brake To Restart 93 Press Button Again To Turn Engine Off 94 Shift to Park 95 Service Airbag 174 Low Battery 258 Park Assist Off Engine Oil Messages CHANGE This message displays when the engine oil needs to...

Page 119: ...n there is a fault in the battery charging system Take the vehicle to your dealer for service Brake System Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low See Brake Fluid 0 225 RELEASE PARKING BRAKE This message is displayed as a reminder that the parking brake is on Release it before you attempt to drive SERVICE PARKING BRAKE This message is displayed when the...

Page 120: ...avoid damage to the engine ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE This message displays and a continuous chime sounds if the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to av...

Page 121: ...P This message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight Tighten the fuel cap Key and Lock Messages NO REMOTE DETECTED This message displays when the transmitter battery is weak on vehicles with Keyless Access See Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery under Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Keyless Access 0 28 or Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation Key Access 0 26 REPL...

Page 122: ...eld behind the rearview mirror may correct the issue Forward Collision Alert and the Lane Departure Warning system will not operate LANE DEPARTURE WARNING UNAVAILABLE If your vehicle has the Lane Departure Warning LDW system this message may display if the LDW system cannot activate due to a temporary condition PARK ASSIST OFF This message displays when the parking assist system has been turned of...

Page 123: ...e is a problem with the air conditioning system Take the vehicle to your dealer for service SERVICE POWER STEERING This message displays and a chime may sound when there may be a problem with the power steering system If this message displays and a reduction in steering performance or loss of power steering assistance is noticed see your dealer SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays if there i...

Page 124: ... let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible Window Messages OPEN THEN CLOSE DRIVER PASSENGER WINDOW This message is displayed when the window needs to be reprogrammed If the vehicle s battery has been discharged or disc...

Page 125: ...edited See Manage Favorites in Radio Setup under Home Page 0 138 Audible Touch Feedback This allows Audible Touch Feedback to be turned on or off Select to enable or disable Text Scroll Select to see text scroll on the screen Select to enable or disable Tone Settings Select to adjust the radio tone See Operation 0 138 Auto Volume This feature adjusts the volume based on vehicle speed and ambient n...

Page 126: ...s feature will flash the exterior lamps and allows some of the exterior lamps and most of the interior lamps to turn on briefly when it is dark outside and K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is pressed to locate the vehicle Select to enable or disable Exit Lighting This allows the selection of how long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside Select Of...

Page 127: ...ote Door Unlock This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing K on the RKE transmitter Select All Doors or Driver Door Passive Door Unlock This allows the selection of what doors will unlock when using the button on the driver door to unlock the vehicle Select All Doors or Driver Door Only Passive Door Lock This feature can be turned on off or select feedback See Remote Keyless En...

Page 128: ...able Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Select to manage Apple devices Apple CarPlay must be on for this feature to be accessed Android Auto Select and the following may display Android Auto Manage Android Auto Devices Android Auto This feature allows Android devices to be connected to the infotainment system through a USB port Select to enable or disable Manage Android Auto Devices Select to manage And...

Page 129: ...ore Radio Settings Reset Vehicle Settings This allows selection of resetting vehicle settings Select Continue or Cancel Clear All Private Data This allows selection to clear all private information from the vehicle Select Continue or Cancel Restore Radio Settings This allows selection to restore radio settings Select Continue or Cancel Software Information Select to view the infotainment system cu...

Page 130: ...column There are four positions O Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic light control off or on again AUTO If equipped turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Sidemarker Lamps Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 5 Turns the headlamps on tog...

Page 131: ...re 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 control is in the AUTO or parking lamp position The parking brake is released This indicator light in the center stack display comes on when the DRL system is on When the DRL system is on the taillamps sidemarker lamps parking lamps ...

Page 132: ...anel Illumination Control 0 133 When it is bright enough outside the headlamps will turn off or may change to Daytime Running Lamps DRL The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control or the ignition is off Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the vehicle on and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO the headlamps parking lamps and othe...

Page 133: ...leased 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 burned out bulbs If a bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 235 Fog Lamps If equipped with front fog lamps the button is on the outboard side of the instrument panel Press to turn the front fog lamps on or off An indicator ligh...

Page 134: ...righten or dim the instrument panel controls and infotainment display screen Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on when any door is opened and the dome lamp is in the 1 position Dome Lamps The dome lamp controls are in the headliner above the front seats Press to turn the lamps off even when a door is open 1 When the button is returned to the middle position the lamps turn on automatically whe...

Page 135: ... key is removed from the ignition The exterior lamps and dome lamps remain on after the door is closed for a set amount of time then automatically turn off The headlamps parking lamps and back up lamps will turn on for a set amount of time when the vehicle is turned off and the key is removed from the ignition then automatically turn off This feature can be changed See Vehicle Personalization 0 12...

Page 136: ...hone 155 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 158 Introduction Infotainment Read the following pages to become familiar with these features Warning Taking your eyes off the road for too long or too often while using any infotainment feature can cause a crash You or others could be injured or killed Do not give extended attention to infotainment tasks while driving Li...

Page 137: ... and adjusting the speakers Set up phone numbers in advance so they can be called easily by touching a single button or by using a single voice command if equipped with Bluetooth phone capability See Defensive Driving 0 166 To play the infotainment system with the ignition off see Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 182 Theft Deterrent Feature The infotainment system has an electronic security system i...

Page 138: ...s 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 hold to turn the power off Press to mute unmute the system when on Turn to decrease or increase the volume 4 d Radio Press and release to fast seek the next strongest station or channel ...

Page 139: ...one Touch to activate the phone features if equipped See Bluetooth Infotainment Controls 0 151 or Bluetooth Overview 0 149 Projection Touch to access supported devices when connected See USB Port 0 143 Settings Touch to access the Personalization menu See Vehicle Personalization 0 123 OnStar If equipped touch to access the OnStar menu See OnStar Overview 0 310 Operation Radio Controls The infotain...

Page 140: ...ct Radio 3 Select Tone Settings Bass Midrange or Treble Touch or Fader or Balance Adjust the front rear or left right speakers by dragging the dot in the vehicle image on the screen 4 Touch 3 to go back to the source screen Radio AM FM Radio Playing the Radio Audio Source Menu Press to go to the Home Page O Press to turn on mute or unmute the system Press and hold to turn off the system Selecting ...

Page 141: ... Select the desired station 2 Touch S or T to select the desired page of saved favorites 3 Touch and hold 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 touch and hold the preset button Satellite Radio If equipped vehicles with an SiriusXM Satellite Radio tuner and a valid...

Page 142: ...atedly to select the desired favorites page 2 Touch the preset button to listen to the channel Using the SiriusXM Menu Operation 1 Touch MENU on the SXM radio screen 2 Touch the menu to select the desired item or to display the detail menu item 3 Touch 0 to return to the previous menu Channel List 1 Touch Channel List from the SXM menu The channel list is displayed 2 Touch Q or R to find the desir...

Page 143: ...ucing the treble on the radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada Just as with FM tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out In addition traveling or standing under heavy foliage bridges garages or tunnels may ...

Page 144: ...t 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 USB storage device Supported Apple Devices To view supported devices in the U S see www my chevrolet com learned To view supported devices in Canada see www chevroletowner ca To view supported devices in ...

Page 145: ...ly in a short time as this may cause static electricity and problems using the device Use a USB device with a metal connecting terminal Connection with i Stick Type USB storage devices may be faulty due to vehicle vibration Do not touch the USB connecting terminal Only USB storage devices formatted in FAT16 32 or exFAT file systems are recognized NTFS and other file systems are not recognized The ...

Page 146: ...e connectivity or functionality of this product Only connect the iPod iPhone with connection cables supported by iPod iPhone products Other connection cables cannot be used The iPod iPhone may be damaged if it is connected to the vehicle with the ignition on When not in use disconnect the iPod iPhone When the iPod iPhone is connected to the USB port by using the iPod iPhone cable the Bluetooth mus...

Page 147: ...ng to the Beginning of the Current File Touch g after five seconds of the playback time Scanning Forward or Backward Touch and hold g or l during playback to rewind or fast forward Release the button to resume playback at normal speed Playing Files Randomly Touch Z during playback ON Plays all files randomly OFF Returns to normal playback Using the USB Music Menu Touch Menu during playback Touch t...

Page 148: ...vice If a non readable USB device is connected an error message displays and the system will switch to the previous audio function If the iPod iPhone is already connected 1 Press 2 Touch AUDIO 3 Touch Source 4 Touch iPod To stop the device and select another media source touch Source then select the other source To remove the device select another function then remove the device Pause Touch j to p...

Page 149: ...ition of the file Viewing Pictures 1 Connect the USB device to the USB port 2 Touch the screen to open to full screen Touch the screen again to return to the previous screen If the USB device is already connected 1 Press 2 Touch GALLERY Some features are disabled while the vehicle is in motion Viewing a Slide Show 1 Touch z from the picture screen 2 Touch the screen to cancel the slide show during...

Page 150: ... the system has finished reading the information on the device Playing Music To play music from the device if the device is already connected 1 Press 2 Touch AUDIO 3 Touch Source 4 Touch AUX 5 Touch 0 To adjust the tone settings See Tone Settings under Radio Controls in Operation 0 138 Phone Bluetooth Overview If equipped with Bluetooth capability the system can interact with many Bluetooth phones...

Page 151: ...k with the Bluetooth system See www gm com bluetooth for more information about compatible phones The Bluetooth system range can be up to 9 1 m 30 ft There may be restrictions on using Bluetooth wireless technology in some locations Due to the variety of Bluetooth devices and their firmware versions the device may respond differently when performing over Bluetooth On a current phone call an image ...

Page 152: ...ll phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were first paired When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired the phone book is downloaded automatically This is dependent on the type of phone paired If the automa...

Page 153: ... on the steering wheel without OnStar 3 Touch Search Device 4 Touch the desired device to pair on the searched list screen 5 Input the Personal Identification Number PIN code default 1234 to the Bluetooth device When the Bluetooth device and infotainment system are successfully paired the PHONE screen is displayed on the infotainment system When the connection fails a failure message is displayed ...

Page 154: ...oth Connection 1 Press 2 Touch SETTINGS 3 Touch Bluetooth then Device Management 4 The paired device will show Disconnecting a Bluetooth Device 1 Press 2 Touch SETTINGS 3 Touch Bluetooth then Device Management 4 Touch the name of the device to be disconnected 5 Touch Disconnect Deleting a Bluetooth Device 1 Press 2 Touch SETTINGS 3 Touch Bluetooth then Device Management 4 Touch the device to delet...

Page 155: ...wo seconds of playback time to play the previous song Returning to the Beginning of the Current Song Touch g after two seconds of playback time Search Touch and hold g or l to rewind or fast forward Playing Music Randomly Touch Z during playback Touch again to return to normal play This function may not be supported depending on the Bluetooth device Do not change the track too quickly when playing...

Page 156: ...utomatically launch upon USB connection If not touch the ANDROID AUTO and or APPLE CARPLAY icon on the Home Page to launch For further information on how to set up Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in the vehicle see www my chevrolet com for the U S and www chevroletowner ca for Canada only or Customer Assistance Offices 0 298 Android Auto is provided by Google and is subject to Google s terms and pr...

Page 157: ...o hands free 1 Touch 0 2 Touch 0 again to switch back to hands free Turning the Microphone On and Off Touch 3 to turn the microphone on or off Calling by Redial To call by using redial Press b g on the steering wheel controls to display the redial guidance screen Touch 5 on the phone screen Redialing is not possible when there is no call history Taking Calls When a phone call comes through the con...

Page 158: ...ected the names that include those characters will display on the phone book screen As more characters of the name are entered the list of possible names is shortened To search for the name Alex 1 Touch abc to select the first character 2 Touch jkl three times to select the second character 3 Touch def two times to select the third character 4 Touch wxy two times to select the fourth character Mak...

Page 159: ...he 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 Subscription fee taxes one time activation fee and other fees may apply Subscription fee is consumer only All fees and programming subject to change Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at www siriusxm com or www siriusxm ca...

Page 160: ...hnology 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 marketed and or sold in Canada a separate agreement is required with Canadian Satellite Radio Inc operating as SiriusXM Canada FreeType 2 Portions of this software are copyright 2007 2012 The FreeType Project www freetype org All rights reserv...

Page 161: ...s control the heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle Climate Control System with Heater and Air Conditioning 1 Temperature Control 2 Fan Control 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 4 Rear Window Defogger 5 Recirculation 6 Air Conditioning Climate Control System with Heater Only 1 Temperature Control 2 Fan Control 3 Air Delivery Mode Control 4 Rear Window Defogger 5 Recirculation Temperature Contr...

Page 162: ...m Turn A to the desired speed The air conditioning does not operate when the fan control knob is in the off position Press A C to turn the air conditioning on and off When A C is pressed an indicator light comes on to show that the air conditioning is on For quick cool down on hot days 1 Open the windows to let hot air escape 2 Press M 3 Press A C 4 Select the coolest temperature 5 Select the high...

Page 163: ...dow defogger and help to clear fog or frost from the surface of the mirror See Heated Mirrors 0 41 Caution Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window can damage the rear window defogger Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp objects Air Vents Adjustable air vents are in the center and on the side of the instrumen...

Page 164: ... Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle Maintenance Air Intake The air intake at the base of the windshield under the hood must be kept clear to allow the flow of air into the vehicle Clear away any ice snow or leaves Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces the dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicl...

Page 165: ...rigerant systems should only be serviced by qualified personnel Always use the correct refrigerant Warning Performing service work to the climate control system could cause personal injury or damage Continued Warning Continued to the vehicle Climate control systems are serviced by qualified personnel only Service All vehicles have a label underhood that identifies the refrigerant used in the vehic...

Page 166: ... 182 Shifting out of Park 183 Parking 184 Parking over Things That Burn 184 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 184 Running the Vehicle While Parked 185 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 185 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission 187 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 189 Parking Brake 189 Brake Assist 190 Hill Start Assist HSA 190 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Co...

Page 167: ...g 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 while driving whether with a...

Page 168: ... 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 traffic If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven brake normally but do not pump the brakes Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down If the engine stops there will be some power brake ass...

Page 169: ...ving Follow these tips 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 right front tire contacts the pavement edge 3 Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Loss of Control Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the ve...

Page 170: ...es and deep standing or flowing water Warning Wet 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 vehicle wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water c...

Page 171: ...r with the ignition off is dangerous This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear Drive 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 special road signs e g falling rocks area winding ...

Page 172: ...et inside Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the 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 air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel...

Page 173: ...stop spinning before shifting gears Release the accelerator 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 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 ...

Page 174: ...ight 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 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the dri...

Page 175: ...upant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 340 kg 750 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Available...

Page 176: ...t them as far forward as possible Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside 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 Caution The vehicle does not need an el...

Page 177: ...OCK OFF position with the wheels turned off center If this happens move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC ACCESSORY If this does not work then the vehicle needs service Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency...

Page 178: ...ate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument cluster warning and indicator lights This position can also be used for service and diagnostics and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as may be required for emission inspection purposes The switch stays in this position when the engine is running If you leave the key in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position...

Page 179: ...tion Center DIC See Transmission Messages 0 123 When the vehicle is shifted into P Park the ignition system will switch to OFF Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly...

Page 180: ...he vehicle in Service Only Mode The instruments and audio systems will operate as they do in ON RUN but the vehicle will not be able to be driven The engine will not start in Service Only Mode Press the button again to turn the vehicle off Starting the Engine Place the transmission in the proper gear Caution If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates An...

Page 181: ...l the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts Keyless Access 1 With the Keyless Access system the RKE transmitter must be in the vehicle Press the ENGINE START STOP button with the brake pedal applied When the engine begins cranking let go of the button The idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm Do not race the engine immediately after starting it If the RKE transmitter is not in the...

Page 182: ...ours before starting 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is located in the driver side of the engine compartment near the engine coolant surge tank It is shipped from the factory with a tie holding it in place Use care in removing the tie so that the cord is not damaged Check the heater cord for damage If it is damaged do not use it See your dealer for a r...

Page 183: ...or the best advice on this Retained Accessory Power RAP These vehicle accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off Audio System Power Windows Sunroof if equipped The power windows will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened The radio will work when the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from ON RUN to LOCK OFF the...

Page 184: ...too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P Park This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park properly before you leave the driver seat To find out how see Shifting Into Park previously in this section When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of P Park before you ...

Page 185: ...he 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 clutch Parking over Things That Burn Warning Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park over p...

Page 186: ... as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running If the vehicle is left with the engine running follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move See Shifting Into Park 0 182 and Engine Exhaust 0 184 If the vehicle has a manual transmission see Parking 0 184 Automatic Transmission Continuously ...

Page 187: ... of Park 0 183 R Use this gear to back up Select R Reverse only when the vehicle is stationary Caution Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift to R Reverse only after the vehicle is stopped To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging the transmission...

Page 188: ...in the proper sequence and time the gear shifting with the accelerator to avoid revving the engine and damaging the clutch 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into 1 First Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into 1 First put the shift lever in Neutral and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal bac...

Page 189: ...e could cause premature wear in the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Shift Speeds Warning If you skip a gear when downshifting you could lose control of the vehicle You could injure yourself or others Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when downshifting Up Shift Light Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may have an up shift light This light...

Page 190: ...ing 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 obstacle while braking hard As the brakes are applied the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to ...

Page 191: ... down the vehicle The stability system hydraulic brake control module increases brake pressure at each corner of the vehicle until the ABS activates Minor brake pedal pulsation or pedal movement during this time is normal and the driver should continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation dictates The Brake Assist feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal is released o...

Page 192: ... begins to limit wheel spin cruise control will disengage Cruise control may be turned back on when road conditions allow Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move The systems may be heard or felt while they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle It is recommended to leave both...

Page 193: ...light i displays in the instrument cluster The appropriate DIC message displays To turn TCS on again press and release g The Traction Off light i displayed in the instrument cluster will turn off The appropriate DIC message displays If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g is pressed the system will not turn off until the wheels stop spinning To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak press and hold g until...

Page 194: ...c Stability Control 0 191 If a collision alert occurs when cruise control is activated cruise control is disengaged See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 198 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again the cruise control can be turned back on Cruise control will disengage if either TCS or StabiliTrak is turned off If the brakes are applied cruise control disengages o Press to turn the...

Page 195: ...il the desired speed is reached then release it To increase the vehicle speed in small increments move the thumbwheel up toward RES briefly and then release it For each press the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph faster The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Driver Information Center DIC 0 112 The increment value used depends on the units displayed Reducing ...

Page 196: ...e cruise control step lightly on the brake pedal or clutch for manual transmission Press n on the steering wheel Shift the transmission to N Neutral To turn off cruise control press o on the steering wheel Erasing Speed Memory The cruise control set speed is erased from memory if the o button is pressed or if the ignition is turned off Driver Assistance Systems Rear Vision Camera RVC If equipped t...

Page 197: ... a parking spot To turn the guidelines on or off 1 Shift into P Park 2 Press the Home button on the infotainment system 3 Select Vehicle Settings then Rear Camera Option 4 Select Guidelines On or Off Rear Vision Camera Error Messages SERVICE REAR VISION CAMERA SYSTEM If this message appears in the infotainment display the system may need service If any other problem occurs or if a problem persists...

Page 198: ...e driver with parking and avoiding objects while in R Reverse RPA operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph The sensors on the rear bumper detect objects up to 1 7 m 5 5 ft behind the vehicle and at least 20 cm 8 in off the ground The distance objects can be detected may be less during warmer or humid weather Warning The parking assist system does not detect children pedestrians bicyclists animals...

Page 199: ...brations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on a very large truck are affecting system performance If the above conditions do not exist take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped the FCA system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly FCA provides a red flas...

Page 200: ...amps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition Keep the windshield headlamps and FCA sensors clean and in good repair Collision Alert When your vehicle approaches another detected vehicle too rapidly the red FCA display will flash on the windshield Also eight rapid high pitched beeps will sound from the front When this Collision Alert occurs the brake system may prepare for driver braki...

Page 201: ...shes due to unintentional lane departures It may provide an alert if the vehicle is crossing a lane without using a turn signal in that direction LDW uses a camera sensor to detect the lane markings at speeds of 56 km h 35 mph or greater Warning The LDW system does not steer the vehicle The LDW system may not Provide enough time to avoid a crash Detect lane markings under poor weather or visibilit...

Page 202: ...hen there are Close vehicles ahead Sudden lighting changes such as when driving through tunnels Banked roads If the LDW system is not functioning properly when lane markings are clearly visible cleaning the windshield may help LDW alerts may occur due to tar marks shadows cracks in the road temporary or construction lane markings or other road imperfections This is normal system operation the vehi...

Page 203: ... vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards it is designed to operate on 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 may be affected The malfunc...

Page 204: ...se a cell phone while refueling Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel Continued Warning Continued Keep children away from the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel Fuel can spray out if the 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 ...

Page 205: ...l door closed until it latches Warning If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Caution If a new fuel cap is needed be sure to get the right type of cap from your dealer The wrong type of fuel cap may not fit properly may cause the malfunction indicator lamp ...

Page 206: ...ation The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Conversions and Add Ons Add On Electrical Equipment Warning The Data Link Connector DLC is used for vehicle service and Emission Inspection Maintenance testing See Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light 0 103 A device connected to the DLC such as an aftermarket fleet or driver behavior tracking device may interfere with veh...

Page 207: ... would not be covered by the vehicle 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 0 69 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 6...

Page 208: ...k Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 228 Wiper Blade Replacement 228 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 229 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 230 Halogen Bulbs 230 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 230 Fog Lamps 232 Fog Lamps Canada Only 232 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 233 License Plate Lamp 234 Replacement Bulbs 234 Electrical System Electrical System Overl...

Page 209: ... as many of its service parts and fluids contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems many fluids and some component wear by products contain and or emit these chemicals See Battery North America 0 226 and Jump Starting North America 0 265 California Perchlorate Materials Requiremen...

Page 210: ...nty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on the vehicle See your dealer to accessorize the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories installed by a dealer technician Also see Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 69 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work Warning It can be dangerous to work...

Page 211: ...nance Records 0 292 Caution Even small amounts of contamination 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 move the secondary hood release lever toward the right side of...

Page 212: ...hood 1 Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop rod Remove the hood prop rod from the prop rod 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 hoo...

Page 213: ...Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9956101 2017 crc 4 25 16 212 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview ...

Page 214: ...k 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 0 215 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section Checking Engine Oil Check the engine oil level regularly every 650 km 400 mi especially prior to a long ...

Page 215: ...cceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove t...

Page 216: ... not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with 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 Ne...

Page 217: ... that 99 of the current oil life remains 2 To reset the engine oil life system press the SET CLR button while the oil life display is active After a few seconds the oil life will be reset to 100 Be careful not to reset the oil life display accidentally at any time other than after the oil is changed It cannot be reset accurately If the CHANGE message in the DIC comes back on when the vehicle is st...

Page 218: ...d How to Check Manual Transmission Fluid It is not necessary to check the manual 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 possible Hydraulic Clutch For vehicles with a manual transmission it is not necessary to regularly check brake clutch fluid unless there is a leak suspec...

Page 219: ...s are free of dirt and debris Remove the engine air cleaner filter Lightly tap and shake the engine air cleaner filter away from the vehicle to release loose dust and dirt Inspect the engine air cleaner filter for damage and replace if damaged Do not clean the engine air cleaner filter or components with water or compressed air To inspect or replace the air cleaner filter 1 Remove the two screws a...

Page 220: ...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 than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core Continued Caution Continued or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner Any repairs would not be covered by the ...

Page 221: ...p the proper engine temperature Caution If improper coolant mixture inhibitors or additives are used in the vehicle 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 proper mixture of engine coolant for the cooling system See Recommended Fluids and Lub...

Page 222: ...dd a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it Warning Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly Never turn Continued Warning Continued the cap when the cooling system including the surge tank pressure cap is ho...

Page 223: ...Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture to the indicated level mark 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If th...

Page 224: ...way from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when the engine is overheated the liquids in it 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 overheat warning is ...

Page 225: ...st freezing Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview 0 212 for reservoir location Caution Do not use washer fluid that contains 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 w...

Page 226: ... for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications See Capacities and Specifications 0 294 Brake pads should be replaced as complete sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service may be required Replacing Brake System Parts Alway...

Page 227: ...dd 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 System Warning Light 0 105 Brake fluid absorbs water over time which degrades the effectiveness of the brake fluid Replace brake fluid at the specified intervals to prevent increased stopping distance See Maintenance Schedule 0 281 W...

Page 228: ...e black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger Starter Switch Check Warning When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle 2 Apply both the parking brake and the regular brake Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to ...

Page 229: ...in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and the transmission in N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until t...

Page 230: ...de attaches 3 Remove the wiper blade 4 Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement Rear Wiper Blade 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the rear windshield 2 Push the wiper blade away from the wiper arm 3 Once the blade pin disengages from the wiper arm remove the wiper blade by sliding the blade off the arm 4 Reverse Steps 1 3 to install a new wiper blade Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset...

Page 231: ...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 and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 1 Sidemarker Lamp 2 Low High Beam Headlamp 3 Turn Signal Lamps High Low Beam Headlamp To replace a headlamp bulb 1 Open the hood See Hood 0 210 2 Remove the washer funn...

Page 232: ...r bulb 1 Open the hood See Hood 0 210 2 Remove the sidemarker lamp bulb socket from the headlamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 3 Remove the bulb from the bulb socket by pulling it straight out 4 Install the new bulb in the bulb socket 5 Install the bulb socket into the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise Front Turn Signal Parking Lamps To replace a front turn signal bulb 1 Open the hood ...

Page 233: ...older 4 Remove and pull the bulb assembly straight out of the lamp 5 Install a new bulb into the bulb holder 6 Reinstall the bulb assembly into the lamp 7 Reconnect the electrical connector to the bulb assembly 8 Reinstall the wheel liner with two push pins Fog Lamps Canada Only 1 Tilt the wheel and tire to access the front fog lamp cover on the front wheelhouse liner 2 Turn the front fog lamp cov...

Page 234: ...amp cover counterclockwise to remove it from the front wheelhouse liner Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 1 Stoplamp Taillamp 2 Turn Signal Lamp Taillamp 3 Back up Lamp To replace a taillamp turn signal lamp stoplamp or back up bulb 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate 0 36 2 Remove the two screws and the lamp assembly 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the socket 4 Pre...

Page 235: ...out of the lamp assembly 4 Pull the bulb 2 straight out of the socket 5 Push the new bulb into the socket 6 Install the bulb socket 3 by turning clockwise into the license plate lamp assembly 7 Replace the license plate lamp assembly by using the two screws to secure Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back Up Lamps W16W Fog Lamps PSX24W Front Turn Signal Parking Lamps 7444NA Front Sidemar...

Page 236: ...ng An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off Have the headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off Windshield Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due t...

Page 237: ... may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component To access the fuses press the tab at the front of the cover and lift the cover The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Number Usage 1 Liftgate latch 2 3 Rear defogger 4 Exterior rearview mirror heater 5 Sunroof 6 Continuously variable transmission control module 7 Mass air flow sensor 8 Auxili...

Page 238: ...umber Usage 26 Engine control module Transmission control module battery 27 Canister vent solenoid 28 Brake pedal switch 29 Automatic occupant sensing 30 Headlamp leveling motor 31 Horn 32 Front fog lamps 33 Left high beam headlamp 34 Right high beam headlamp 35 36 Rear wiper 37 Left cornering lamp 38 Washer motor Number Usage 39 Right cornering lamp 40 41 42 Starter 2 43 In panel bussed electrica...

Page 239: ...panel fuse block is on the underside of the driver side instrument panel The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Number Usage ONSTAR OnStar HVAC CNTR ECC HVAC control module ECC IPC Instrument panel cluster TCM Transmission control module RDO Radio BCM1 AT S S Body control module 1 CVT stop and start SBSA RPA SBSA Rear parking assist DLC Data link connector ...

Page 240: ...mission module APO Auxiliary power outlet S ROOF Sunroof BCM8 Body control module 8 BCM7 Body control module 7 BCM6 Body control module 6 BCM5 Body control module 5 BCM4 Body control module 4 BCM3 Body control module 3 BCM2 Non AT S S Body control module 2 non CVT stop and start Number Usage BCM1 Non AT S S Body control module 1 non CVT stop and start DLIS AT S S Discrete logic ignition switch CVT...

Page 241: ... Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits 0 172 Continued Warning Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended...

Page 242: ... All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads See Winter Tires 0 241 Winter Tires This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires Winter tires are designed for increased traction on snow and ice covered roads Consider installing winter tires o...

Page 243: ...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 tire manufactured date The first two digits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 4 Tire Identific...

Page 244: ...ation 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 4 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load 5 Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should...

Page 245: ...ype of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction 5 Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches 6 Service Description These characters represent the load index and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load carrying capacity a tire is certified to ...

Page 246: ...er TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating See Vehicle Load Limits 0 172 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Vehicle Load Limits 0 172 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle See Vehicle Load Limits 0 172 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymm...

Page 247: ...ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the 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 amo...

Page 248: ...re overloading and overheating which could lead to a blowout Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy Overinflated tires or tires that have too much air 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 ...

Page 249: ...S uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure...

Page 250: ...e TPMS to continue to function properly See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 249 See Radio Frequency Statement 0 306 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 spare tire and wheel assembly The TPM...

Page 251: ... or included in the vehicle TPMS Malfunction Light and Message 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 pressure warning light defined above flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle A DIC warning message may also display The malfunction light and ...

Page 252: ...C message if equipped should go off at the next ignition cycle The sensors are matched to the tire wheel positions using a TPMS relearn tool in the following order driver side front tire passenger side front tire passenger side rear tire and driver side rear See your dealer for service or to purchase a relearn tool A TPMS relearn tool can also be purchased See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor Activati...

Page 253: ... on the DIC display screen goes off 12 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF or press ENGINE START STOP to turn the ignition off 13 Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label Tire Inspection We recommend that the tires including the spare tire if the vehicle has one be inspected for signs of wear or damage at least once a month Replace t...

Page 254: ... Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident 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 later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the...

Page 255: ... 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 Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec syste...

Page 256: ...s on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly and cause a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle If the vehicle tires must be 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 ...

Page 257: ...nited States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG system does not apply to deep tread winter tires compact spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of...

Page 258: ...ified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory t...

Page 259: ...us It could Continued Warning Continued affect the braking and handling of the vehicle Tires can lose air and cause loss of control causing a crash Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Caution The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or ...

Page 260: ...e the same correction as used in a skid Stop pressing the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten the vehicle It may be very bumpy and noisy Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash Never at...

Page 261: ...at the opposite corner of the tire being changed When the vehicle has a flat tire 2 use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks 1 if equipped 1 Wheel Block If Equipped 2 Flat Tire The following information explains how to repair or change a tire Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The spare tire and tools are located in the storage compartment in...

Page 262: ...n to the jack by sliding the hook through the end of the jack 6 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise until the lift head is firmly contacting the proper lifting point nearest the flat tire Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Warning Ra...

Page 263: ... so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 8 Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to remove them 9 Remove the flat tire Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches ...

Page 264: ...tion Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications 0 294 for the wheel nut torque specification 14 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench in a crisscross sequence as shown Caution Wheel covers will...

Page 265: ... a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire 0 264 Compact Spare Tire Warning Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured Use only one compact spare tire at a time If this vehicle has a compact spare tire it was fully inflated when new however it can lose air over t...

Page 266: ...cles Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not fit Keep the spare tire and its wheel together Caution Tire chains will not fit the compact spare Using them can damage the vehicle and the chains Do not use tire chains on the compact spare Jump Starting Jump Starting North America For more information about the vehicle battery see Battery North America 0 226...

Page 267: ...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 0 212 The jump start negative grounding point is in front of the engine cover or an engine mounting bolt The jump start positive post and negative post are on the battery of the vehicle...

Page 268: ...jure 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 Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and ...

Page 269: ...ts Use the proper straps around the tires to secure the vehicle Use only a flatbed tow truck for towing a disabled vehicle Never use a sling type lift or damage will occur Use ramps to help reduce approach angles if necessary A towed vehicle should have its drive wheels off the ground Consult a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed Caution Improper use of the tow eye ca...

Page 270: ...ong trip make sure the vehicle is prepared to be towed Caution Use of a shield mounted in front of the vehicle grille could restrict airflow and cause damage to the Continued Caution Continued transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If using a shield only use one that attaches to the towing vehicle Dinghy Towing with Automatic Transmission Caution If the vehicle is to...

Page 271: ... vehicle it could be damaged Never exceed 113 km h 70 mph while towing the vehicle Caution 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 To tow the vehicle with the two rear wheels on the ground and the front wheels on a dolly 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Shift the automatic ...

Page 272: ... s finish wash it often and out of direct sunlight Caution Do not use petroleum based acidic or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle s paint metal or plastic parts If damage occurs it would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Approved cleaning products can be obtained from Continued Caution Continued your dealer Follow all manufacturer directions regarding correct product usa...

Page 273: ... melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove residue from the paint finis...

Page 274: ...ft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps lenses emblems decals and stripes Follow instructions under Washing the Vehicle previously in this section Lamp covers are made of plastic and some have a UV protective coating Do not clean or wipe them when dry Do not use any of the following on lamp covers Abrasive or caustic agents Washer fluids and other cleaning agents in higher concentr...

Page 275: ...ubricants 0 290 Tires Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires Caution Using petroleum based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle Wheels and Trim Aluminum or Chrome Use a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water to clean the wheels After rins...

Page 276: ...stick or squeak Underbody Maintenance At least twice a year spring and fall use plain water to flush any corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to thoroughly clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the fluid Contaminated fluid will dec...

Page 277: ... cleaners or techniques Never use a razor or any other sharp object to remove soil from any interior surface Never use a brush with stiff bristles Never rub any surface aggressively or with too much pressure Do not use laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with degreasers For liquid cleaners use approximately 20 drops per 3 8 L 1 gal of water A concentrated soap solution will create streaks and ...

Page 278: ... area frequently to prevent forcing the soil in to the fabric 4 Continue gently rubbing the soiled area until there is no longer any color transfer from the soil to the cleaning cloth 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution followed only by plain water If the soil is not completely removed it may be necessary to use a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter Test a sma...

Page 279: ...rance and feel of leather or soft trim and are not recommended Do not use cleaners that increase gloss especially on the instrument panel Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Caution Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehi...

Page 280: ...r mats be purchased Non GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor Use the floor mat with the correct side up Do not turn it over Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat Use only a sing...

Page 281: ...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 technicians the dealer is the place for routine...

Page 282: ...efer 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 the work See Doing Your Own Service Work 0 209 Maintenance Sc...

Page 283: ...28 Check tire inflation pressures See Tire Pressure 0 247 Inspect tire wear See Tire Inspection 0 252 Visually check for fluid leaks Inspect engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 218 Inspect brake system See Exterior Care 0 271 Visually inspect steering suspension and chassis components for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear See Exterior Care 0 271 Check restraint ...

Page 284: ... 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 5 0 0 0 mi 2 2 8 0 0 0 k m 1 4 2 5 0 0 mi 2 4 0 0 0 0 k m 1 5 0 0 0 0 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 In...

Page 285: ...eeded if there is reduced airflow window fogging or odors Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter 2 Visually check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 4 Or every five years whichever comes...

Page 286: ...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 5 0 0 0 mi 2 2 8 0 0 0 k m 1 4 2 5 0 0 mi 2 4 0 0 0 0 k m 1 5 0 0 0 0 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative contro...

Page 287: ...eplace the filter 2 Visually check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper attachment connection routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed 4 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System 0 219 5 Inspect for fraying excessive cracking or damage 6 Inspect for fray...

Page 288: ...the vehicle maintain a battery with full cranking power Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic 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 have access to tools and equipment to inspect the belts and recommend adjustment or replaceme...

Page 289: ... for signs of leaking blown seals or damage and can advise when service is needed Tires Tires need to be properly inflated rotated and balanced Maintaining the tires can save money and 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 sidew...

Page 290: ...f damage 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...

Page 291: ... ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended See Engine Oil 0 213 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 89021668 in Canada 89021674 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Key Lock Cylinders Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Transmission...

Page 292: ...fied below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 95238310 Engine Oil Filter 12670058 UPF64R Passenger Compartment Air Filter 95369731 CF202 Spark Plugs 12659684 41 124 Wiper Blades Driver Side 60 cm 23 6 in 95391363 Passenger Side 35 cm 13 8 in 95391365 Rear 95391371 ...

Page 293: ...Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 294: ...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 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 0 294 for the ...

Page 295: ...efrigerant 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 4 0 L 4 2 qt Fuel Tank 35 L 9 gal Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck flui...

Page 296: ...Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada 9956101 2017 crc 4 25 16 Technical Data 295 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...

Page 297: ...ehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 308 Event Data Recorders 308 OnStar 309 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 resolved by your dealer s sales or service departments Sometimes however...

Page 298: ...ness Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of ...

Page 299: ...k 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 General Motors of Canada Company Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa...

Page 300: ... 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 and view vehicle specific how to videos G View maintenance schedules alerts and OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Information Schedule service appointments I View and print dealer recorded service records and se...

Page 301: ...ll 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 available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have the following information ready Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your lo...

Page 302: ...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 expenses may be reimbursed within the Powertrain warranty period Items considered are reasonable and customary hotel meals rental car or a vehicle being delivered back to the customer up to 805 km 500 m...

Page 303: ...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 as possible to allow for same day repair Courtesy Transportation Program To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer suppo...

Page 304: ...al 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 unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Collisio...

Page 305: ...ferences 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 through the use of aftermarket collision parts Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts When purchasing insurance we recommend that you ensure that the vehicle will be repaired wi...

Page 306: ...company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair professional and insist on Genuine GM parts Remember if the vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost If another party s insurance company is paying for the repairs you are not obligated to accept a re...

Page 307: ...n Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Make checks payable in U S funds Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that complies with Part 15 Part 18 of the Federal Communications Commission ...

Page 308: ... 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S E Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that the vehicle has a safety defect notify Transport Canada immediately and notify General Motors of Ca...

Page 309: ...erstanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all the driver was...

Page 310: ...eives may also be used for GM research needs or may be made available to others for research purposes where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active subscription additional data may be collected through the OnStar system This includes information about the vehicle s operation collisions involving...

Page 311: ...d 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 you and your vehicle including location information See OnStar User Terms Privacy Statement and Software Terms for more details including system limitations at www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada The O...

Page 312: ...hicle 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 specially trained Advisors are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to provide a central point of contact assistance and information during a crisis With Roadside Assistance Advisors can locate ...

Page 313: ...hen a tone 2 Say Repeat System responds with the last direction given then responds with OnStar ready then a tone Get My Destination 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with the address and distance to the destination then responds with OnStar ready then a tone Send Destination to Vehicle Subscribers can have directions sent to the vehicle s na...

Page 314: ...od excellent 3 To change the SSID or password press Q or call 1 888 4ONSTAR to connect with an Advisor After initial set up your vehicle s Wi Fi hotspot will connect automatically to your mobile devices Manage data usage by turning Wi Fi on or off on your mobile device using the RemoteLink mobile app or by contacting an OnStar Advisor OnStar RemoteLink Mobile App If Equipped Download the OnStar Re...

Page 315: ... or number to call 3 Say 911 without pausing System responds 911 4 Say Call System responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is then says the number End a Call Press System responds Call ended Verify Minutes and Expiration Press and say Minutes then Verify to check how many minutes remain an...

Page 316: ...ssistance Turn by Turn Navigation and Hands Free Calling are available on most vehicles Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles For more information a full description of OnStar services system limitations and OnStar User Terms Privacy Statement and Software Terms Call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 See www onstar com U S See www onstar ca Canada Call TTY 1 877 248 2080 P...

Page 317: ...irst time when speaking with an Advisor To change the OnStar PIN contact an OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or calling 1 888 4ONSTAR Warranty OnStar equipment may be warranted as part of the vehicle warranty Languages The vehicle can be programmed to respond in multiple languages Press Q and ask for an Advisor Advisors are available in English Spanish and French Available languages may vary by countr...

Page 318: ...e operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate Vehicle Software Updates OnStar or GM may remotely deliver software updates or changes to the vehicle without further notice or consent These updates or changes may enhance or maintain safety security or the operation of the vehicle or the vehicle systems Software updates or changes may affect or erase data or settings that are stored in...

Page 319: ...NESS 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 contained in this notice the name of a copyright holder shall not...

Page 320: ... 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 not limited to ports to new operating systems existing ports with new graphical ...

Page 321: ... 162 Airbag System Check 70 How Does an Airbag Restrain 63 Passenger Sensing System 65 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 63 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 63 Airbag System cont d When Should an Airbag Inflate 62 Where Are the Airbags 60 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 69 Passenger Status Indicator 102 Readiness Light 101 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 69 System Check 59 Alarm Ve...

Page 322: ...essages 118 Braking 167 Break In New Vehicle 175 Bulb Replacement 234 Fog Lamps 232 Halogen Bulbs 230 Headlamp Aiming 229 Headlamps 230 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 230 License Plate Lamps 234 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 233 Buying New Tires 254 C Calibration 95 California Fuel Requirements 202 California cont d Perchlorate Materials Requirements 2...

Page 323: ...ngine Temperature Warning Light 108 Cooling System 219 Engine Messages 119 Courtesy Lamps 133 Courtesy Transportation Program 302 Cover Cargo 90 Covers Wheel 256 Cruise Control 193 Light 111 Messages 118 Customer Assistance 299 Offices 298 Text Telephone TTY Users 299 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 305 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 296 D Damage Repair Collision 30...

Page 324: ...e Belt Routing 295 Exhaust 184 Heater 181 Oil Life System 215 Oil Messages 119 Oil Pressure Light 109 Overheating 223 Power Messages 120 Reduced Power Light 110 Running While Parked 185 Starting 179 Entry Lighting 134 Event Data Recorders 308 Exit Lighting 134 Extender Safety Belt 57 Exterior Lamp Controls 129 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 129 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 218 Flash to Pass 130 Flashe...

Page 325: ...matic 130 Bulb Replacement 230 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 130 Flash to Pass 130 Headlamps Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 230 High Beam On Light 111 High Low Beam Changer 130 Lamps On Reminder 111 Heated Front Seats 50 Heated Mirrors 41 Heater Engine 181 Heating and Air Conditioning 160 High Beam On Light 111 Hill and Mountain Roads 170 Hill Start Assist HSA 190 Home Page 138 Hood 21...

Page 326: ...rol 111 Door Ajar 111 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 108 Engine Oil Pressure 109 Flash to Pass 130 Front Fog Lamp 111 High Beam On 111 High Low Beam Changer 130 Immobilizer 110 Lane Departure Warning 107 Low Fuel Warning 110 Operate Pedal 106 Reduced Engine Power 110 Safety Belt Reminders 101 Service Vehicle Soon 105 StabiliTrak OFF 108 Tire Pressure 109 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak...

Page 327: ...ual Rearview 41 Power 41 Mirrors Interior Rearview 41 Monitor System Tire Pressure 248 Multi band Antenna 142 N Navigation OnStar 312 New Vehicle Break In 175 O Object Detection System Messages 121 Odometer 100 Trip 100 Off Road Recovery 168 Oil Engine 213 Engine Oil Life System 215 Messages 119 Pressure Light 109 Older Children Restraints 71 Online Owner Center 299 OnStar 309 OnStar Additional In...

Page 328: ...hicle Data Recording 308 Program Courtesy Transportation 302 Proposition 65 Warning California 208 226 265 R Radio Frequency Statement 306 Radio Reception 142 Radios AM FM Radio 139 Satellite 140 Reading Lamps 133 Rear Seats 51 Rear Vision Camera RVC 195 Rear Window Washer Wiper 95 Rearview Mirrors 41 Reclining Seatbacks 49 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 290 Records Maintenance 292 Recreational...

Page 329: ...4 86 Security Messages 122 OnStar 311 Vehicle 37 Vehicle Alarm 37 Service 164 Accessories and Modifications 208 Climate Control System 160 Doing Your Own Work 209 Engine Soon Light 103 Maintenance Records 292 Maintenance General Information 280 Parts Identification Label 293 Publications Ordering Information 305 Scheduling Appointments 302 Vehicle Messages 122 Vehicle Soon Light 105 Services Speci...

Page 330: ...onitor System 248 Rotation 252 Sidewall Labeling 242 Terminology and Definitions 244 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 256 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 257 Wheel Replacement 258 When It Is Time for New Tires 253 Winter 241 Towing General Information 205 Recreational Vehicle 268 Vehicle 268 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 108 Off Light 107 Traction Control Electronic Stability Control ...

Page 331: ...Ventilation Air 162 Visors 44 W Warning Brake System Light 105 Caution and Danger 2 Lane Departure LDW 200 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 97 Warnings Hazard Flashers 131 Washer Fluid 224 Wheel Covers 256 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 257 Wheels cont d Different Size 255 Replacement 258 When It Is Time for New Tires 253 Where to Put the Restraint 76 Wi Fi 312 Windows 42 Manual 42 Messages...

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