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

9807421) - 2017 - CRC - 11/18/15

Instruments and Controls

Propulsion Power

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Ride Control System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Airbag System Messages . . . . 139
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 139
Starting the Vehicle

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Vehicle Reminder

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 140

Vehicle Personalization

Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 141

Controls

Steering Wheel
Adjustment

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull the lever down.

2. Move the steering wheel up

or down.

3. Pull or push the steering wheel

closer or away from you.

4. Pull the lever up to lock the

steering wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.

Steering Wheel Controls

The infotainment system can be
operated by using the steering
wheel controls. See "Steering
Wheel Controls" in the infotainment
manual.

Heated Steering Wheel

(

If equipped, press to turn on or

off. A light on the button displays
when the feature is turned on.

The steering wheel takes about
three minutes to start heating.

Summary of Contents for Volt 2017

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Page 2: ...rief 5 Keys Doors and Windows 29 Seats and Restraints 50 Storage 93 Instruments and Controls 95 Lighting 149 Infotainment System 156 Climate Controls 157 Driving and Operating 164 Vehicle Care 235 Service and Maintenance 324 Technical Data 337 Customer Information 341 Reporting Safety Defects 352 OnStar 355 Index 365 ...

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

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

Page 5: ...ibited Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer _ High Voltage I LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure O Power B Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders g StabiliTrak Disable 7 Tire Pressure Monitor i Traction Control System TCS Disable a Under Pressure Q Vehicle Ready M Windshield Washer Fluid ...

Page 6: ... 16 Vehicle Features Infotainment System 16 Steering Wheel Controls 16 Cruise Control 16 Driver Information Center DIC 17 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 17 Forward Automatic Braking FAB 17 Lane Keep Assist LKA 18 Lane Change Alert LCA 18 Rear Vision Camera RVC 18 Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA System 18 Parking Assist 18 Automatic Parking Assist APA 19 Power Outlets 19 Battery and Efficiency Hi...

Page 7: ...Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9807421 2017 CRC 11 18 15 6 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 8: ...ft Lever See Electric Drive Unit 0 186 10 Drive MODE Button See Driver Selected Operating Modes 0 181 Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 204 If Equipped Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 192 11 Hazard Warning Flashers 0 152 12 Electric Parking Brake 0 188 13 Power Button 0 175 14 Steering Wheel Controls 0 96 15 Audio Controls Out of View If Equipped See Steering Wheel Contro...

Page 9: ...d the panic alarm Press again to cancel the panic alarm Press and release Q and then immediately press and hold for at least four seconds to start the vehicle s heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter See Remote Start 0 36 See Keys 0 29 and Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 30 Remote Start Use remote start to heat or...

Page 10: ...lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle Press Q or K on the power door lock switch Push down the manual lock knob on the driver door to lock all doors Push down the manual lock knob on a passenger door to lock only that door Pull once on the door handle to unlock the door and again to open the door Press the power door lock switch to lock or unlock all doors Power Door Locks K Press to un...

Page 11: ...Operation 0 30 Windows The window switches on the driver door control all windows Each passenger door has a switch that controls only that window Press the switch to lower the window Pull the switch to raise it The driver and passenger windows have an express down feature and the driver window has express up See Power Windows 0 47 Seat Adjustment Seat Position To adjust the seat position 1 Pull th...

Page 12: ... place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked See Reclining Seatbacks 0 53 Heated Seats The controls are on the center stack To operate the vehicle must be on...

Page 13: ...ts can also be programmed to come on during a remote start See Vehicle Personalization 0 141 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 restraint height in the proper position See Head Rest...

Page 14: ...cle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position Interior Mirror Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind See Manual Rearview Mirror 0 46 Autom...

Page 15: ...e lamp override is activated Press j OFF again to deactivate this feature and the LED indicator will turn off The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened ON OFF Press to turn the dome lamps on manually Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps The front reading lamps are in the overhead console Press the lamp lenses to turn the front reading lamps on or off The rear reading lamps ...

Page 16: ...ogether with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 149 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 0 151 Windshield Wiper Washer With the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN move the lever to select the wiper speed HI Use for fast wipes LO Use for slow wipes INT Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes then turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequen...

Page 17: ... Climate Mode Button 7 Temperature Control Knob 8 Driver and Passenger Heated Seats If Equipped 9 MAX Climate Mode Button 10 Power Button 11 Air Delivery Mode Controls 12 Rear Window Defogger See Automatic Climate Control System 0 157 Vehicle Features Infotainment System Your vehicle has an infotainment system See the infotainment manual Steering Wheel Controls The infotainment system can be opera...

Page 18: ...ress to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster Press o to go back to the previous menu V Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens See Instrument Cluster 0 101 and Driver Information Center DIC 0 130 Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes FCA provides a gr...

Page 19: ...icles rapidly approaching these areas from behind The LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on The Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA system is included as part of the LCA system See Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 0 211 and Lane Change Alert LCA 0 211 Rear Vision Camera RVC If equipped RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle ...

Page 20: ...er There are two accessory power outlets In the storage area below the climate control system On the rear of the front console armrest The power outlets supply power while the vehicle is on or if the vehicle is in Retained Accessory Power RAP See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 177 Lift the cover to access and replace when not in use See Power Outlets 0 99 Battery and Efficiency High Voltage Safety...

Page 21: ...ed see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 0 68 Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect test or replace the high voltage battery See your dealer if the high voltage battery needs service See Battery North America 0 256 Charging This section explains the process for charging the high voltage battery Do not allow the vehicle to remain in temperatur...

Page 22: ...ompartment door and remove the charge cord The vehicle plug is stored as shown 4 Plug the charge cord into the electrical outlet See Electrical Requirements for Battery Charging 0 229 Verify the charge cord status See Charge Cord 0 222 Select the appropriate charge level using the Charge Limit Preference screen on the center stack See Charge Limit Selection under Programmable Charging 0 119 5 Plug...

Page 23: ...n devices for heavy duty service at a 12 amp continuous load Electrical outlets may wear out with normal usage or be damaged over time making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging Check the electrical outlet plug while charging and discontinue use if the electrical outlet plug is hot then have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician When outdoors plug into an electrical o...

Page 24: ...ss to control evaporative emissions To refuel the vehicle 1 Press the fuel door button on the driver door for one second A WAIT TO REFUEL message displays on the Driver Information Center 2 When the READY TO REFUEL message displays the fuel door on the passenger side will unlock To open the fuel door push and release the rearward center edge of the door 3 Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise to remo...

Page 25: ...ity Control system called StabiliTrak assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is on To turn off traction control press and release g on the center console behind the shift lever i illuminates and the appropriate Driver Information Center DIC message is displayed See Ride Control System Messages 0 138 T...

Page 26: ...sult in vehicle damage and lower fuel economy See Fuel 0 230 E85 or FlexFuel No E85 or FlexFuel Gasoline ethanol fuel blends greater than E15 15 ethanol by volume such as E85 cannot be used in this vehicle Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and fil...

Page 27: ...ad for decelerations and coast whenever possible For example do not rush to traffic signals Do not shift to N Neutral to coast The vehicle recovers energy while coasting and braking in D Drive or L Low Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection Use Normal Mode when possible Sport Mode provides more responsive acceleration than Normal Mode but can reduce efficiency Use Mountain Mode prior to climbing long stee...

Page 28: ...Assist Heat Plugged In under Vehicle Personalization 0 141 In hot weather avoid parking in direct sunlight or use sunshades inside the vehicle Turn off the front and rear window defog defrost when they are no longer needed Avoid driving with the windows open at highway speeds Vehicle Charging Maintenance Charging Keep the vehicle plugged in even when fully charged to keep the battery temperature r...

Page 29: ...89 2438 Canada 1 800 268 6800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program This program provides security and convenience in the event of an on road failure or emergency situation Service is provided 24 hours a day 365 days a year for the duration of the vehicle s powertrain warranty See Roadside Assistance Program 0 345 ...

Page 30: ...ior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 45 Power Mirrors 46 Folding Mirrors 46 Heated Mirrors 46 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 46 Manual Rearview Mirror 46 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 46 Windows Windows 47 Power Windows 47 Sun Visors 49 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously ...

Page 31: ...ick If locked out of the vehicle call Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program 0 345 With an active OnStar subscription an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle See OnStar Overview 0 355 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement 0 351 If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check th...

Page 32: ...er door is open when Q is pressed all doors lock and then the driver door will unlock if the feature is enabled through vehicle personalization See Vehicle Personalization 0 141 7 Press and release to initiate vehicle locator The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds P...

Page 33: ...the door handle pressing the lock unlock button on that door handle will unlock all doors Pressing the lock unlock button will cause all doors to lock under any of the following conditions After the lock unlock button was used to unlock all doors After any vehicle door has opened and all doors are now closed Passive Locking The vehicle will lock several seconds after all doors are closed if the ve...

Page 34: ...r battery see Door Locks 0 39 Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work on...

Page 35: ...le Follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters Canadian regulations require that owners see their dealer This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete The vehicle must be off and all transmitters to be programmed must be with you 1 Remove the key lock cylinder cap on the driver door handle See Door Locks 0 39 Insert the vehicle key of the transmitter into the key lock...

Page 36: ... POWER O for 12 seconds to exit programming mode 8 Return the key back into the transmitter Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak or there is an interference with the signal the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE when you try to start the vehicle The REPLACE BATTER...

Page 37: ...eparate the two halves of the transmitter using a flat tool inserted into the area near the key slot Do not use the key slot 4 Remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 5 Insert the new battery on the back housing positive side facing down Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 6 Align the front and back housing and the release button on the side of the transmitter then snap the transm...

Page 38: ...1 selected will minimize the impact to electric range Shutting the vehicle off in other modes will maximize heating or air conditioning The engine may start to provide energy for heating and cooling independent of the vehicle being plugged in or completely charged Engine Assisted Heating operation if available can be personalized See Engine Assist Heat Plugged In under Vehicle Personalization 0 14...

Page 39: ...minute period is added on to the first 10 minutes for a total of 20 minutes A maximum of two remote starts or a remote start with an extension are allowed between vehicle operation The vehicle s ignition must be changed to ON RUN and then back to OFF before the remote start procedure can be used again Canceling Remote Start To cancel a remote start do any of the following Aim the RKE transmitter a...

Page 40: ...cle whenever leaving it Continued Warning Continued Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle Lock the doors to help prevent this from happening To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Use the key in the driver door To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle Press Q or K on...

Page 41: ...ors are closed When Q is pressed on the power door lock switch while the door is open a chime will sound three times indicating delayed locking is active The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed If a door is reopened before that time the five second timer will reset when all doors are closed again Press Q on the door lock switch again or press Q on the RKE transmit...

Page 42: ... not reduced the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on the power door lock switch Unlocked Door Anti Lockout If Unlocked Door Anti Lockout is turned on and the vehicle is off the driver door is open and locking is requested all the doors will lock and only the driver door will...

Page 43: ...ch Warning Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven in Extended Range Mode with the hatch open or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the hatch Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven in Extended Range Mode with the hatch open Do not operate in Mounta...

Page 44: ...y RKE System Operation 0 30 Always close the hatch before driving Do not press the touch pad while closing the hatch it will unlatch again Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft deterrent features however they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal Vehicle Alarm System This vehicle has an anti theft alarm system Arming the Alarm System 1 Turn off the vehicle 2 Lock the vehicle in one of thre...

Page 45: ...off the alarm if it has been activated do one of the following Press K on the RKE transmitter Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access system Start the vehicle To avoid setting off the alarm by accident Lock the vehicle after all occupants have exited Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter or use the Keyless Access system Unlocking the driver door with the key will not disarm the system ...

Page 46: ...Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 30 It may be necessary to check the fuse See Electrical System Overload 0 262 If the vehicle does start the first transmitter is bad If the vehicle still does not start the vehicle needs service See your dealer Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the vehicle theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Warn...

Page 47: ...window defogger also heats the outside mirrors if equipped K Press to heat the outside rearview mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Automatic Climate Control System 0 157 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Manual Rearview Mirro...

Page 48: ...d the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows Warning Children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout switch to prevent operation of the windows Se...

Page 49: ...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 be closed by holding the window switch in the up position if conditions preve...

Page 50: ...017 CRC 11 18 15 Keys Doors and Windows 49 press and hold K on the RKE transmitter See Vehicle Personalization 0 141 Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or if equipped extend along the rod ...

Page 51: ... System Airbag System 63 Where Are the Airbags 65 When Should an Airbag Inflate 66 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 67 How Does an Airbag Restrain 68 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 68 Passenger Sensing System 69 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 73 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 74 Airbag System Check 75 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash 75 Child Restraints O...

Page 52: ...ats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash To raise or lower the head restraint press the button on the side of the head restraint and pull up or push the head restraint d...

Page 53: ...sh the head restraint down Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place If you are installing a child restraint in the rear seat see Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 82 Front Seats Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust...

Page 54: ...n a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even when buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job The shoulder belt will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious i...

Page 55: ...eat heater may cause burns To reduce the risk of burns people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater especially for long periods of time 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 available the c...

Page 56: ...cally during a remote vehicle start If the vehicle has auto heated seats the seat heating level will automatically change to the level required by the vehicle s interior temperature when the vehicle is turned on The indicator lights on the heated seat buttons do not turn on during a remote start The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced This is normal The heated seats will n...

Page 57: ...k Caution Damage to the safety belt or seatback locking mechanism can occur if the safety belt is caught between the rear seatback and the seatback locking mechanism The safety belt must be out of the way when the rear seat is raised to the upright locked position If the safety belt is damaged see your dealer and have it replaced To raise the seatback 1 The safety belt should not cross the seatbac...

Page 58: ...re on the rear of the center console Press M or L to heat the left outboard or right outboard seat cushion Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly and some things not to do Warning Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly In a crash if you or your passenger s are not wearing safety belts injuries can be much worse than if you are...

Page 59: ...t is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt A You could be whether you are wearing a safety belt or not Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have ...

Page 60: ...elt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash Warning You can be seriously injured or even killed by not wearing your safety belt properly Never allow the lap or shoulde...

Page 61: ...y the child restraint locking feature may be engaged If this happens let the belt go back all the way and start again If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate to flat to unlock 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender 0 62 Posit...

Page 62: ...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 pretensioners activate in a crash they need to be replaced and other new parts for the...

Page 63: ...Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders 0 107 Keep safety belts clean and dry See Safety Belt Care 0 62 Safety Belt Care Keep belts clean and dry Warning Do not bleach or dye safety belt webbing It may severely ...

Page 64: ...passengers A roof rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver A roof rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening For frontal airbags the word AIRBAG is on the center of the steering wheel for the dri...

Page 65: ...ot sit unnecessarily close to any airbag as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning forward Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear a safety belt even with airbags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle The safety belts and the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when you a...

Page 66: ... steering wheel The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel The driver knee airbag is below the steering column The front outboard passenger knee airbag is below the glove box Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The driver and front outboard passenger seat mounted side impact airbags are in the sides of the seatbacks closest to the door ...

Page 67: ... person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept Continued Warning Continued clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anything to the...

Page 68: ... inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal impacts Knee airbags are not designed to inflate during vehicle rollovers in rear impacts or in many side impacts Seat mounted side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of the impact Seat mounted side impact airbags are not designed to inflate in frontal impacts near frontal impact...

Page 69: ... seat mounted side impact airbags inflate they quickly deflate so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated Roof rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they inflate Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes For location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags 0 65 The parts of the airbag that come into contact wit...

Page 70: ... the Driver Information Center DIC will be displayed Before the vehicle can be operated again it must be serviced at your dealer In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the front outboard passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some ...

Page 71: ...flates Warning A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward posit...

Page 72: ...ear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person Warning If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light 0 108 for more information including important safety information If the On Indicator Is Li...

Page 73: ... could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat Use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers Also remove laptops or other electronic devices 3 Place th...

Page 74: ...d is soaked into the seat If this happens the off indicator will be lit and the airbag readiness light on the instrument panel will also be lit Liquid pooled on the seat that has not soaked in may make it more likely that the passenger sensing system will turn on the passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag while a child restraint or child occupant is on the seat If the passenger frontal...

Page 75: ...airbag wiring Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors sensing and diagnostic module and airbag wiring In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system that includes sensors as part of the front outboard passenger seat The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non GM covers upholstery o...

Page 76: ...ce Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger s in a crash resulting in serious injury or even death To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible ...

Page 77: ...l restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash According to accident statistics children are safer wh...

Page 78: ... some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way back into the retractor but it cannot do t...

Page 79: ... outboard seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you must secure a forward facing child restraint in the front outboard seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehi...

Page 80: ...ch the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint Warning A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injurie...

Page 81: ... Warning Continued restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder bel...

Page 82: ...perly following the instructions that came with that child restraint Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position Whenever possible children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position Never put a rear facing child seat ...

Page 83: ...nt 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 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System The LATCH system secures a child restraint during driving or in a crash LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child restraint to the anchors in the ve...

Page 84: ...icle Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments In this case the safety belt must be used with top tether where available to secure the child restraint See Securing Child Restraints With the Safety Belt in the Front Seat 0 90 or Securing Child Restraints With the Safety Belt in the Rear Seat 0 88 Lower Anchors Lowe...

Page 85: ...g position with lower anchors has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion To assist in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchor Top Tether Anchors The top tether anchors for outboard rear seating positions are on the back of the rear seatback Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating positi...

Page 86: ... attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured Warning Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the retractor It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all the way ...

Page 87: ...ower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat If the head restraint interferes with the proper installation o...

Page 88: ...outboard seating position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the head restraint and route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts 3 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and ba...

Page 89: ...child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 82 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 mu...

Page 90: ... on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 4 and 5 6 If the child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 82 for more information 7 Befo...

Page 91: ...ing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger airbag s no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not inflate under some unusual circumstance even though the airbag s are off Secure rea...

Page 92: ...assenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 108 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 4 Push...

Page 93: ...ocked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbags are off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status ...

Page 94: ...ge 93 Center Console Storage 94 Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover 94 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Glove Box Open the glove box by lifting up on the lever Rear Storage There is storage in the rear Turn the handle horizontal to open ...

Page 95: ... 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 be injured There is a cover for the rear cargo area Use the four cargo cover loops to hook the cov...

Page 96: ...Parking Brake Light 112 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 112 Sport Mode Light 112 Mountain Mode Light 113 Hold Mode Light 113 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 113 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 113 Traction Off Light 113 StabiliTrak OFF Light 114 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 114 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 114 Tire Pressure Light 115 Engine Oil Pressure Light 115 Low Fuel W...

Page 97: ...Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Steering Wheel Controls The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls See Steering Wh...

Page 98: ...aced See Wiper Blade Replacement 0 258 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor If the wiper motor overheats the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and the wiper control is turned off See Electrical System Overload 0 262 Wiper Parking If the vehicle is turned to STOPPING THE VEHICLE OFF while the wipers are on LO HI or INT they will immediately stop If the windshield wiper lev...

Page 99: ...n receive a GPS signal The compass system will automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again See Compass Messages 0 133 for the messages that may be displayed for the compass Clock Setting the Time and Date To set the time 1 Touch SETTINGS on the Home Page then touch Time and Date 2 Touch Set Time then touch or ª to increase or decrease hours minutes and AM or P...

Page 100: ...uipment 0 234 Caution Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty The power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only such as cell phone charge cords Wireless Charging The vehicle may have a wireless charging pocket inside the armrest of the center console The system wirelessly charges one PMA or Qi compatible mobile device To check ...

Page 101: ...the phone and allow the metallic object to cool before removing it from the charging pocket to prevent burns To charge a mobile device 1 Remove all objects from the charging pocket The system may not charge if there are any objects in the charging pocket 2 With the mobile device screen facing the rear of the vehicle slowly insert the device into the charging pocket until displays on the infotainme...

Page 102: ...e gauges shows there may be a problem check the section that explains what to do Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous Instrument Cluster The instrument cluster displays a preview of information that includes electric range charging odometer and battery status This happens upon entry when the driver door is opened before starting the vehicle The CHARGING OVERRIDE INTERRUPTION OCCU...

Page 103: ...Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9807421 2017 CRC 11 18 15 102 Instruments and Controls English Cluster Shown Metric Similar ...

Page 104: ... scroll through the different displays To change the cluster configuration 1 Press o to access the cluster applications 2 Use w or x to scroll through the list until Display Layout is highlighted Then press V to select it 3 Each layout in the menu is represented by a small preview image of the display layout Scroll up or down and highlight the selection Press V to select the desired cluster config...

Page 105: ...here is an active route press p to end route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off Settings Press p to enter the Settings menu Use w or x to scroll through the items in the Settings menu Units Press V while Units is highlighted to enter the Unit menu Choose US Metric or Imperial units by pressing V while the desired item is highlighted A checkmark will be displayed next to the selected item...

Page 106: ...rip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC 0 130 Battery Gauge High Voltage This gauge shows the high voltage battery charge level The arrow next to the battery symbol points to the side of the vehicle the charge port is on See Electric Mode 0 180 Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on the fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is l...

Page 107: ... and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Driver Efficiency Gauge This gauge appears on the left side of the display in the Classic Enhanced configuration This gauge is a guide to driving in an efficient manner by keeping the ball green and in the center of the gauge See Driving for Better Energy Efficiency 0 26 accel If the ball turns yellow and travels above the center of the gauge...

Page 108: ...asten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving If the driver safety belt is buckled neither the light nor the chime comes on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator See P...

Page 109: ...the vehicle might not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury have the vehicle serviced right away If there is a problem with the airbag system a Driver Information Center DIC message may also come on See Airbag System Messages 0 139 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System 0 69 for importan...

Page 110: ...e vehicle is in ON RUN as a check to show the light is working If the light stays on or comes on while driving there could be a problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked by your dealer Driving while this light is on could drain the 12 volt battery If a short distance must be driven with the light on be sure to turn off all accessories such as the radio Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...

Page 111: ...educe vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades If the light continues to flash find a safe place to park Turn the vehicle off and wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine If the light is still flashing follow the previous guidelines and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the light is on steady A malfunction has been detected Diagnosis and service ma...

Page 112: ... test Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits If one circuit is not working the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle For normal braking performance both circuits need to be working If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have the brake system inspected right away Metric English This light should come on briefly when the ...

Page 113: ...it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the ABS warning light stays on longer than a few seconds after the vehicle is in ON RUN or comes on and stays on while driving try resetting the system To reset the system 1 While driving pull over when it is safe to do so 2 Place the vehicle in P Park 3 Turn the vehicle off 4 Restart the vehicle If the ABS warning light remains on af...

Page 114: ...o assist LKA may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using the turn signal in that direction The LKA light will turn amber This light is amber and flashes as a Lane Departure Warning LDW alert to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed See Lane Keep Assist LKA 0 213 Vehicle Ahead Indicator If equipped this indicator will dis...

Page 115: ...e warning light turns off See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 192 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light This light comes 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 the TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak system...

Page 116: ...0 271 When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady This indicates that there may be a problem with the TPMS The light flashes for about one minute and stays on steady until the vehicle is in OFF This sequence repeats each time the vehicle is in ON RUN See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 280 Engine Oil Pressure Light Caution Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine Driving w...

Page 117: ...e 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 theft deterrent system See Immobilizer Operation 0 44 Vehicle Ready Light The vehicle ready light comes on whenever the vehicle is ready to be driven High Beam On Light This...

Page 118: ...ight comes on when the Adaptive Cruise Control if equipped is active See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 196 Door Ajar Light This light comes on when a door is open or not securely latched Information Displays Power Flows To view the Power Flow screens touch Energy on the infotainment display and then touch Power Flow at the bottom of the touch screen The Power Flow screens indicate the current system o...

Page 119: ...active with energy flowing to the wheels Engine Power Vehicle is stationary in Extended Range Mode and no power is flowing to the wheels Engine Power Engine is active with energy flowing to the wheels Engine is charging the battery Engine Power Vehicle is stationary and no power is flowing to the wheels Engine is charging the battery Engine and Battery Power Both the engine and battery are active ...

Page 120: ... electrical outlet have a qualified electrician inspect and verify the electrical system electrical outlet wiring junctions and protection devices for heavy duty service at a 12 amp continuous load Electrical outlets may wear out with normal usage or be damaged over time making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging Check the electrical outlet plug while charging and discontinue use if the ...

Page 121: ...the current charge mode status in the center stack display touch Energy in the infotainment display and then touch Charging at the bottom of the touch screen The Charge Start and Charge Complete time estimates are also displayed on the screen These estimates are most accurate when the vehicle is plugged in and in moderate temperature conditions Charge Mode Status Immediately The vehicle starts cha...

Page 122: ...ing location If the vehicle consistently stops charging after plugging in or if a circuit breaker continues to trip reducing to a lower Charge Limit Preference may resolve the issue The Charge Limit Preference should be configured to match the electrical current rating for the electrical outlet that the charge cord is connected to The Charge Limit Preference settings are Maximum Limits AC current ...

Page 123: ...Touch S to store changes and return to the previous screen Charge Rate Information From the Delayed Charge Mode Status screen touch Charge Rate Information Select one of the following Charge Completion Earliest Possible Latest Possible Electric Rate Schedule Charge Rate Preference Earliest or Latest Completion Time If the vehicle calculates that the cost would be the same for various charge modes ...

Page 124: ...For example if the vehicle is plugged in for only one hour prior to the departure time and the battery is completely discharged the vehicle will not be fully charged by the departure time regardless of the rate selection Also if the selected electric rate settings result in a very long charge completion time the vehicle will start charging immediately upon plug in For example if the electric rate ...

Page 125: ...h y or z to set the month and day for the start of summer 4 Touch the winter icon 5 Touch y or z to set the month and day for the start of winter 6 Touch S to save changes Electric Rate Schedule Editing From the Charge Rate Information Screen touch Electric Rate Schedule Select the season you wish to edit if summer winter rates are selected If yearly rate schedule is selected no summer winter icon...

Page 126: ...ide and Cancel Programmed Delayed Charge Modes can be temporarily overridden to an Immediate Charge Mode for one charge cycle Also the next planned departure time can be temporarily overridden for one charge cycle In addition to the in vehicle overrides via the center stack there are other ways to temporarily override a Delayed Charge Mode See Plug In Charging 0 215 Temporary Override of a Delayed...

Page 127: ...Time can only be updated for the same day as the original Next Planned Departure Time Also the vehicle will not accept a Temporary Departure Time that is before the present time of day To cancel the temporary override of the Next Planned Departure Time From the Temporary Override Options screen touch Cancel Temporary Override Setting From the main charging screen touch the X on the right side of t...

Page 128: ... Location Based Charging to get to the Location Based Charging screen 2 Touch ON or OFF to turn the system on or off Updating Home Location To update the home location 1 Follow Steps 1 4 under Using Location Based Charging to get to the Location Based Charging screen 2 Choose Update Home Location 3 Choose Update Use when the vehicle is parked in a new location Cancel Use to cancel this operation a...

Page 129: ... main charging screen will display for the Charge Complete Time The Programmable Charging system will be disabled if the Charge Complete Time cannot be confidently estimated If the Programmable Charging system is consistently disabled see your dealer Energy Information To view Energy Usage Energy Usage Score and Energy Details touch Energy on the infotainment display touch INFO then touch h or k T...

Page 130: ...estimate of the factors that influence energy usage since the last full charge of the high voltage battery A positive score is desired to reach the vehicle s electric and fuel economy rating Technique includes accelerating and braking Terrain includes road conditions such as hills rain and snow and may be affected by wind and tire pressure Climate Settings includes how the heating and air conditio...

Page 131: ... DIC Information Display Options The info displays on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Settings menu 1 Press V while viewing the Settings page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster 2 Scroll to Info Pages and press V 3 Press w or x to move through the list of possible info displays 4 Press V while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item When an item is sel...

Page 132: ...Oil 0 243 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended See Maintenance Schedule 0 326 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 nex...

Page 133: ...uire immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing V The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed All messages should be taken seriously clearing the message does not correct the problem The following are the possible messages and some information about them Battery and Charging Messages BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE This message displays when t...

Page 134: ...n there is a problem with the brake boost system When this message displays the brake pedal may be harder to push and the stopping distance may be longer See your dealer for service SERVICE PARKING BRAKE This message displays when there is a problem with the Electric Parking Brake See your dealer for service STEP ON BRAKE TO RELEASE PARK BRAKE This message displays when attempting to release the E...

Page 135: ... ENGINE OVERHEATED TURN VEHICLE OFF 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 avoid severe damage This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature ENGINE RUNNING DUE TO TEMPERATURE This message displays when the high voltage ...

Page 136: ... system is pressurized You must wait to refuel the vehicle until this message goes off Key and Lock Messages NO REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN START YOUR VEHICLE This message displays when trying to start the vehicle if an RKE transmitter is not detected The transmitter battery may be weak See Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery under Remote Keyless En...

Page 137: ...ssage displays when Forward Automatic Braking FAB has been unavailable for some time FAB does not need service This message can display under the following conditions The front of the vehicle or windshield is not clean Keep these areas clean and free of mud dirt snow ice and slush For cleaning instructions see Exterior Care 0 314 Heavy rain or snow is interfering with the object detection performa...

Page 138: ...d SERVICE FRONT CAMERA If this message remains on after continued driving see your dealer for service Do not use the Lane Keep Assist LKA Lane Departure Warning LDW Forward Automatic Braking FAB and Forward Collision Alert FCA features SERVICE PARK ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with the Parking Assist system Do not use this system to help you park See your dealer for service S...

Page 139: ...attery charge reserve before climbing steep grades This is normal operation to protect the high voltage battery Only if both the PROPULSION POWER IS REDUCED message and the malfunction indicator lamp are on should the vehicle be taken to the dealer for service While climbing the grade with this message displayed the vehicle speed may be reduced until the engine can recover the battery state of cha...

Page 140: ... is not available due to a malfunction that will not allow the engine to start The vehicle can continue to be driven in Electric Mode until the battery is depleted but will have reduced acceleration When this message is displayed the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible See Out of Fuel Engine Unavailable 0 183 SERVICE AC SYSTEM This message displays if there is a ...

Page 141: ...ys when the system is learning new tires See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 281 TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE This message displays when the pressure in one or more of the tires is low This message also displays LEFT FRONT RIGHT FRONT LEFT REAR or RIGHT REAR to indicate the location of the low tire The low tire pressure warning light will also come on See Tire Pressure Light 0 115 If a tire...

Page 142: ...o select the desired feature setting 3 Press o BACK on the faceplate or touch 0 to return to the previous menu or exit Personalization Menus The following list of menu items may be available Time and Date Language Language Teen Driver Valet Mode Radio Vehicle Bluetooth Apple CarPlay Android Auto USB Auto Launch Voice Display Rear Camera Return to Factory Settings Software Information Each menu is ...

Page 143: ...ys and PINs to be cleared Select Continue or Cancel Valet Mode This will lock the infotainment system and steering wheel controls It may also limit access to vehicle storage locations if equipped To enable valet mode 1 Enter a four digit code on the keypad 2 Select Enter to go to the confirmation screen 3 Re enter the four digit code Press LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or unlock the system Press Back to ...

Page 144: ... Speed This feature will set the maximum auto fan speed Select Low Medium or High Auto Heated Seats When enabled the AUTO heated seat buttons on the touch screen will be highlighted This feature will automatically activate heated seats at the level required by the interior temperature The auto heated seats can be turned off by using the heated seat buttons on the center stack Select Off or On Auto...

Page 145: ...ystems for Parking or Backing 0 204 Lane Change Alert This allows the Lane Change Alert feature to be turned on or off Select Off or On See Lane Change Alert LCA 0 211 Comfort and Convenience Select and the following may display Chime Volume Extended Hill Start Assist Chime Volume This allows the selection of the chime volume level Select or to adjust the volume Extended Hill Start Assist This all...

Page 146: ...or Locks Select and the following may display Unlocked Door Anti Lockout Auto Door Unlock Delayed Door Lock Unlocked Door Anti Lockout When on this feature will keep the driver door from locking when the door is open If Off is selected the Delayed Door Lock menu will be available Select Off or On Auto Door Unlock This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicl...

Page 147: ...dle touch pad button on the driver door to unlock the vehicle Select All Doors or Driver Door Passive Door Lock This allows passive locking to be turned on or off and selects feedback See Passive Locking in Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 30 Select Off On with Horn Chirp or On Remote Left in Vehicle Alert This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle Sele...

Page 148: ...uto This feature allows Android devices to be connected to the infotainment system through a USB port Select Off or On Manage Android Auto Devices Select to manage Android devices Android Auto must be on for this feature to be accessed USB Auto Launch This allows Android and Apple CarPlay devices to automatically connect when plugged into the USB port Select Off or On Voice Select and the followin...

Page 149: ...e following may display Guidance Lines Rear Park Assist Symbols Guidance Lines Select to turn Off or On See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 204 Rear Park Assist Symbols Select to turn Off or On See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 204 Return to Factory Settings Select and the following may display Restore Vehicle Settings Clear All Private Data Restore Radio Settings Restore...

Page 150: ...erior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column There are four positions O Turns the exterior lamps off AUTO Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 5 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel light...

Page 151: ... The vehicle s speed drops below 20 km h 12 mph The IntelliBeam system is disabled by the high low beam changer or the flash to pass feature If this happens press b on the turn signal lever when the exterior lamp control is in the AUTO or 5 position to reactivate the IntelliBeam system The instrument cluster light will come on to indicate the IntelliBeam system is reactivated See Headlamp High Low...

Page 152: ...s on in daylight when the following conditions are met The vehicle is on The exterior lamp control is in the automatic position The electric drive unit is not in P Park The light sensor determines it is daytime Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada When the DRL are on the taillamps sidemarker lamps instrument panel lights and other lamps will not be on The instrume...

Page 153: ...s in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 153 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 is turned to O or the ignition is off Lights On with Wipers If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the vehicle pushbutton start in...

Page 154: ...lever returns to its starting position when it is released If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on a signal bulb may be burned out Have any burned out bulbs replaced If a bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 266 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control The brightness of the instrument panel cluster dis...

Page 155: ... when the dome lamp override is activated Press j OFF again to deactivate this feature and the LED indicator will turn off The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened ON OFF Press to turn the dome lamps on manually Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps The front reading lamps are in the overhead console Press the lamp lenses to turn the front reading lamps on or off The rear r...

Page 156: ... night when the vehicle is turned off and the driver door is opened Some interior lights also come on when the vehicle is turned off The exterior lamps and interior lights remain on after the door is closed for a brief period and then turn off The exit lighting feature can be changed See Vehicle Personalization 0 141 Battery Power Protection The battery saver feature is designed to protect the veh...

Page 157: ... GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9807421 2017 CRC 11 18 15 156 Infotainment System Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment 156 Introduction Infotainment Your vehicle has an infotainment system See the infotainment manual ...

Page 158: ...e heating cooling and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system The vehicle may require the use of an auxiliary heat source under certain cold conditions This provides additional heating and defrost capability obtained by running the engine even if the high voltage battery is adequately charged Under these conditions the engine will start and use fuel Make sure there is fuel i...

Page 159: ...at are turned off As long as 0 MAX is not selected the climate control settings may not have a noticeable effect on the vehicle electric range and fuel economy When in Fan Only mode the AUTO indicator light will be on When AUTO is selected in Fan Only mode the mode will change to either eco or MAX When in Fan Only mode the air conditioning system may turn on automatically if the high voltage batte...

Page 160: ...ic operation If the air delivery mode or fan speed setting is adjusted the AUTO indicator turns off and the selected settings display For automatic operation 1 Press AUTO 2 Set the temperature An initial setting of 23 C 74 F is recommended Allow the system time to stabilize Adjust the temperature as needed Manual Operation O Press to turn the climate control system on and off A Turn the knob clock...

Page 161: ...e When high humidity is detected the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply and turn on the air conditioner or the heater The fan speed may slightly increase to help prevent fogging When high humidity is no longer detected the system will return to its prior operation To turn Auto Defog off or on see Climate and Air Quality under Vehicle Personalization 0 141 L or M If equipped pr...

Page 162: ... without running the engine The compressor operating speed is not tied to the engine speed so some noise may be heard from the compressor especially when air conditioning use is high and the engine has turned off This is normal Sensors Solar Sensor The solar sensor is on top of the instrument panel near the windshield where it monitors solar intensity The climate control system uses the sensor inf...

Page 163: ...the air inside the vehicle more effectively Use of non GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system Do not attach any devices to the air vent slats This restricts airflow and may cause damage to the air vents Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle The...

Page 164: ...e instrument panel 2 Remove the five screws and pull the entire glove box toward you to release completely The service door can now be accessed 3 Release the retainer clips holding the service door Open the service door and remove the old filter 4 Install the new air filter 5 Close the service door and attach the retainer clips 6 Reverse the steps to reinstall the glove box See your dealer if addi...

Page 165: ...ting Modes 181 Out of Fuel Engine Unavailable 183 Maintenance Modes 183 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 185 Running the Vehicle While Parked 186 Electric Drive Unit Electric Drive Unit 186 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 188 Electric Parking Brake 188 Hill Start Assist HSA 190 Regenerative Braking 190 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 192 Driver Mode Control 193 Cru...

Page 166: ... on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions Become familiar with vehicle features before driving such as pro...

Page 167: ... then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle Braking steering a...

Page 168: ...ecific vehicle steering messages under Service Vehicle Messages 0 139 See your dealer if there is a problem Curve Tips Take curves at a reasonable speed Reduce speed before entering a curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed through the curve Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are some situations when steering a...

Page 169: ... can be affected when traction is reduced by water snow ice gravel or other material on the road Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Try to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a low gear or by using Regen on Demand Any sudden ch...

Page 170: ...oads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain See Mountain Mode under Driver Selected Operating Modes 0 181 Tips include Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape Check all fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and electric drive unit Keep the vehicle in gear when going down steep or long hills Warning Coasting downhill in N Neutral ...

Page 171: ...f a curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear Avoid sudden steering maneuvers and braking while on ice Turn off cruise control Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby If possible use Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program 0 345 To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe Turn on the hazard warning flashers Tie a red cloth to an outside mi...

Page 172: ...ontrol System prevents the tires from spinning at high speeds To prevent electric drive unit wear wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears Release the accelerator pedal while shifting and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the electric drive unit is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle...

Page 173: ...ere is also important loading information on the Certification label It may show the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle See Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining 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...

Page 174: ...iler will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle This vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer Example 1 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Exampl...

Page 175: ...ple A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar The label may show the gross weight capacity of the vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Warning Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo ar...

Page 176: ...e the vehicle in ON RUN When the READY light is on in the instrument cluster the vehicle is ready to be driven This could take up to 15 seconds at extremely cold temperatures See Vehicle Ready Light 0 116 The engine will only start if needed If the vehicle did not start the instrument cluster will display a screen with inactive fuel and battery gauges See Starting and Stopping the Vehicle 0 176 Se...

Page 177: ...g Brake 0 188 Warning Turning off the vehicle while moving may disable the airbags While driving only shut the propulsion system off in an emergency If the vehicle cannot be pulled over and must be shut off while driving press and hold POWER O for longer than two seconds or press twice in five seconds Starting and Stopping the Vehicle Computers determine when the engine needs to run The engine may...

Page 178: ... Restarting Procedure If the vehicle must be restarted while it is still moving move the shift lever to N Neutral and press POWER O twice without pressing the brake pedal The propulsion system will not restart in any other position Forced Engine On Some vehicle conditions that force the engine to run There are cold ambient temperatures The hood is open or not completely latched while the vehicle i...

Page 179: ... shift lever was not fully locked into P Park Torque Lock Torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the parking pawl in the electric drive unit This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the electric drive unit into P Park is not done properly and then it is difficult to shift out of P Park To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into P Park If ...

Page 180: ... dealer or a professional towing service Parking over Things That Burn Warning Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Electric Vehicle Operating Modes System Operation This vehicle is an Extended Range Electric Vehicle EREV It uses an electric propulsion system to drive the vehicle at al...

Page 181: ...he vehicle range Operation will continue in ERM until the vehicle can be plugged in to recharge the high voltage battery and restore Electric Mode The high voltage battery will continue to provide some power and work together with the engine to provide peak performance when it is required such as driving up a steep incline or for high acceleration maneuvers The battery will not be charged nor will...

Page 182: ...l return to Normal Mode and it will become active after three seconds During some conditions certain drive modes may be unavailable The unavailable mode is grayed out in the DIC menu and cannot be selected If in Sport Mountain or Hold Mode the mode may become unavailable and the vehicle will return to Normal Mode The indicator light goes off and a DIC message displays See Propulsion Power Messages...

Page 183: ...re driving on steep grades This will allow the vehicle time to build a sufficient battery charge reserve If Mountain Mode is not selected for these conditions propulsion power may be reduced and the engine speed may increase See Propulsion Power Messages 0 138 The engine may run when Mountain Mode is selected depending on the high voltage battery charge to build reserve battery charge for uphill c...

Page 184: ...ontinue to be driven in Electric Mode until the current charge is depleted The vehicle will have less responsive acceleration DIC messages indicate reduced propulsion power that the engine is not available and the need for fuel or service Once the vehicle is refueled or the malfunction is corrected the engine will start the next time the vehicle is turned on to perform a self test and DIC messages...

Page 185: ...An adequate fuel level must be maintained in the vehicle to keep it operational See Propulsion Power Messages 0 138 Fuel Maintenance Mode FMM FMM tracks average fuel age Old fuel can cause engine problems If low engine usage causes average fuel age to exceed approximately one year FMM will run the engine to use up the old fuel The engine will run until enough fresh fuel is added to bring the avera...

Page 186: ...O which cannot be seen or smelled Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death Exhaust may enter the vehicle if The engine is running in Extended Range Mode in areas with poor ventilation parking garages tunnels or deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle exh...

Page 187: ...us to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not leave the vehicle when the propulsion system is running If you have left the propulsion system running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking br...

Page 188: ...s not provide power to the wheels The high voltage battery is neither charged or discharged when in N Neutral at low vehicle speeds D This position is for normal driving It provides the best fuel economy If more power is needed for passing press the accelerator pedal to gain the desired acceleration Caution If the vehicle seems to accelerate slowly or not respond when you go faster and you continu...

Page 189: ...e computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard As the brakes are applied the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to...

Page 190: ...eeps flashing have the vehicle serviced Do not drive the vehicle if the red parking brake status light is flashing See your dealer See Electric Parking Brake Light 0 111 If the amber parking brake warning light is on lift up on the EPB switch and hold it up Continue to hold the switch until the red parking brake status light remains on If the amber parking brake warning light is on see your dealer...

Page 191: ...nded Hill Start Assist EHSA See Extended Hill Start Assist under Comfort and Convenience in Vehicle Personalization 0 141 When Standard Hold is selected the vehicle is held stationary for up to two seconds after the brake pedal is released When Extended Hold is selected the vehicle is held stationary for up to five minutes after the brake pedal is released In either case override the hold feature ...

Page 192: ...e brake pedal may be harder to push and the stopping distance may be longer Regen on Demand Regen on Demand allows increased deceleration by pressing and holding the steering wheel paddle It works in D Drive and L Low The accelerator pedal must be fully released for it to work The brake pedal must be applied at low speed because Regen on Demand will not bring the car to a full stop Cruise control ...

Page 193: ...ise 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 systems on for normal driving ...

Page 194: ...in the instrument cluster will turn off To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak press and hold g until the Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak Off light g come on and stay on in the instrument cluster The appropriate DIC message is displayed See Ride Control System Messages 0 138 To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on again press and release g The Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak Off light g in the inst...

Page 195: ... a collision alert occurs when cruise control is activated cruise control is disengaged See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 208 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again cruise control can be turned back on If the brakes or the Regen on Demand paddle are applied cruise control disengages 5 Press to turn the cruise control system on and off A white indicator comes on in the instrum...

Page 196: ...ng Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Press and hold SET until the desired lower speed is reached then release it To slow down in small increments briefly press SET For each press the vehicle goes about 1 km h 1 mph slower The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Cluster 0 101 The increment value used ...

Page 197: ...irectly ahead in your path moving in the same direction If no vehicle is detected in your path ACC works like regular cruise control ACC uses camera and radar sensors See Radio Frequency Statement 0 351 If a vehicle is detected in your path ACC can apply acceleration or limited moderate braking to maintain the selected following gap To disengage ACC apply the brake If ACC is controlling your vehic...

Page 198: ...ACC is already activated To increase speed by 1 km h 1 mph briefly press RES To increase speed to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedometer press and hold RES then release SET Press briefly to set the speed and activate ACC or to decrease vehicle speed if ACC is already activated To decrease speed by 1 km h 1 mph briefly press SET To decrease speed to the next 5 km h 5 mph mark on the speedome...

Page 199: ...ted do one of the following Use the accelerator to get to the higher speed Press SET Release the control and the accelerator pedal The vehicle will now cruise at the higher speed When the accelerator pedal is pressed ACC will not brake because it is overridden A warning message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC See Cruise Control Messages 0 133 Press and hold RES until the desired s...

Page 200: ...a following time Far Medium or Near the following distance will vary based on vehicle speed The faster the vehicle speed the further back your vehicle will follow a vehicle detected ahead Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting the following gap The range of selectable gaps may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions Changing the gap setting automatically changes t...

Page 201: ...utomatically Disengages ACC may automatically disengage and the driver will need to manually apply the brakes to slow the vehicle when The sensors are blocked The Traction Control System TCS or StabiliTrak system has activated or been disabled No traffic or other objects are being detected There is a fault in the system The ACC active indicator will not be displayed when ACC is no longer active No...

Page 202: ...ntrol Messages 0 133 ACC will resume operation when the accelerator pedal is not being pressed Warning The ACC will not automatically apply the brakes if your foot is resting on the accelerator pedal You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you Curves in the Road Warning On curves ACC may not detect a vehicle ahead in your lane You could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed es...

Page 203: ...ardrails and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve This is normal operation The vehicle does not need service Other Vehicle Lane Changes ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane The brake may need to be manually applied Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a Trailer Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills or when towing a trailer ACC will not...

Page 204: ...ce crash damage while driving backing and parking Read this entire section before using these systems Warning Do not rely on the Driver Assistance Systems These systems do not replace the need for paying attention and driving safely You may not hear or see alerts or warnings provided by these systems Failure to use proper care when driving may result in injury death or vehicle damage See Defensive...

Page 205: ... Reverse the RVC displays an image of the area behind the vehicle in the center stack display The previous screen displays when the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse after a short delay To return to the previous screen sooner press a button on the infotainment system shift into P Park or reach a vehicle speed of 8 km h 5 mph Press MENU to adjust the display brightness while viewing the rear came...

Page 206: ...rs will not detect objects and can also cause false detections Keep the sensors clean of mud dirt snow ice and slush and clean sensors after a car wash in freezing temperatures Warning The Parking Assist system does not detect children pedestrians bicyclists animals or objects located below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle It is not available at speeds greater than 8 km...

Page 207: ... If equipped APA searches for and steers the vehicle into parallel and perpendicular parking spots When using APA you must still shift gears and control the brakes and accelerator The Driver Information Center DIC and audible beeps help to guide parking maneuvers Warning APA does not apply the brakes APA may not detect objects in the parking space objects that are soft or narrow objects high off t...

Page 208: ...oundings and continue braking or accelerating as needed and be prepared to stop to avoid vehicles pedestrians or objects If the vehicle is in R Reverse but does not steer into the expected space this may be because the system is maneuvering the vehicle into a previously detected space The APA system does not need service If the vehicle exceeds 10 km h 6 mph APA is automatically disengaged and auto...

Page 209: ...rning system and does not apply the brakes When approaching a slower moving or stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly or when following a vehicle too closely FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash It also may not provide any warning at all FCA does not warn of pedestrians animals signs guardrails bridges construction barrels or other objects Be ready to take action and app...

Page 210: ...he Collision Alert control is on the steering wheel Press to set the FCA timing to Far Medium or Near or on some vehicles Off The first button press shows the current setting on the Driver Information Center DIC Additional button presses will change this setting The chosen setting will remain until it is changed and will affect the timing of both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating Alert featur...

Page 211: ...ert FCA System 0 208 The system works when driving in a forward gear between 8 km h 5 mph and 60 km h 37 mph It can detect vehicles up to approximately 60 m 197 ft Warning FAB is an emergency crash preparation feature and is not designed to avoid crashes Do not rely on FAB to brake the vehicle FAB will not brake outside of its operating speed range and only responds to detected vehicles FAB may no...

Page 212: ... in Collision Detection Systems under Vehicle Personalization 0 141 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA If equipped the SBZA system is a lane changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone or spot areas When the vehicle is in a forward gear the left or right side mirror display will light up if a moving vehicle is detected in that blind zone I...

Page 213: ...ching that zone from behind A lit LCA symbol indicates it may be unsafe to change lanes Before making a lane change check the LCA display check mirrors glance over your shoulder and use the turn signals Left Side Mirror Display Right Side Mirror Display When the vehicle is started both outside mirror LCA displays will briefly come on to indicate the system is operating When the vehicle is in a for...

Page 214: ... toward the rear corners of the vehicle see your dealer If the LCA displays do not light up when moving vehicles are in the side blind zone or rapidly approaching this zone and the system is clean the system may need service Take the vehicle to your dealer When LCA is disabled for any reason other than the driver turning it off the Lane Change Alert On option will not be available on the personali...

Page 215: ...r the vehicle Always keep your attention on the road and maintain proper vehicle position within the lane or vehicle damage injury or death could occur Always keep the windshield headlamps and camera sensors clean and in good repair Do not use LKA in bad weather conditions Warning Using LKA on slippery roads could cause loss of control of the vehicle and a crash Turn the system off How the System ...

Page 216: ...o maximize the life of the high voltage battery When using a 120 volt AC electrical outlet it will take approximately 13 hours to charge the vehicle with the 12 amp AC current setting or 19 hours using the default 8 amp AC current setting When using a 240 volt charging station it will take approximately 4 5 hours to charge the vehicle Charge times will vary with outside temperature There are three...

Page 217: ...at the charging status indicator illuminates on top of the instrument panel and an audible beep occurs See Charging Status Feedback 0 217 6 To arm the charge cord theft alert lock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter To disable this feature see Charge Cord Theft Alert in Vehicle Personalization 0 141 End Charge 1 Unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert 2 U...

Page 218: ...of the instrument panel near the windshield When the vehicle is plugged in and the vehicle power is off the CSI indicates the following Short Flashing Green Vehicle is plugged in Battery is not fully charged Flash rate increases from one to four flashes as battery charges Long Flashing Green Vehicle is plugged in Battery is not fully charged Battery charging is delayed Solid Green Vehicle is plugg...

Page 219: ...ruption using OnStar or a charging fault has been detected See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 228 or Charge Cord Status Indicators in Charge Cord 0 222 If equipped the charge port bezel light acts as an additional CSI when the vehicle is plugged in and charging It will flash along with the CSI on the instrument panel When the charge port door is open and the vehicle is not plugged in the bezel...

Page 220: ...y by a total utility interruption via OnStar Charging will begin later See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 228 Solid Green None Charging is complete Yellow Upon Plug in None Charge cord is OK and the vehicle is not yet charging Yellow For Extended Time Period after Plug in None Charge cord is OK but the vehicle is not charging This may be due to a total utility interruption via Onstar and charg...

Page 221: ...ully charge by departure time due to the selected rate preference To increase the battery state of charge at the departure time perform a delayed charging override See Delayed Charging Override 0 217 None Upon Plug in None Charge cord connection should be checked None After Green or Yellow CSI Indication Observed None Charge cord connection should be checked If connection is good this may be due t...

Page 222: ... Power Loss Alert in Vehicle Person alization 0 141 To stop this alert do one of the following Unplug the charge cord Press K on the RKE transmitter Press and hold 7 on the RKE transmitter then press again to stop the panic alarm Press the horn pad Electricity has been interrupted before charging was complete Repeated beeps will stop if power is restored within 90 seconds None Three audible beeps ...

Page 223: ...ging an electric vehicle can stress a building s electrical system more than a typical household appliance Before plugging into any electrical outlet have a qualified electrician inspect and verify the electrical system for heavy duty service at a 12 amp continuous load Electrical outlets may wear out with normal usage or may be damaged over time making them unsuitable for electric vehicle chargin...

Page 224: ...perly grounded Do not use an electrical outlet that is on a circuit with other electrical loads Warning When using electric products basic precautions should always be followed including the following Read all the safety warnings and instructions before using this product Failure to follow the warnings and the instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Never leave childre...

Page 225: ...ution Continued Do not use this product if the enclosure or the vehicle plug is broken cracked open or shows any other indication of damage The plug must be plugged into an appropriate electrical outlet that is properly installed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances Do not modify the plug provided with the product If the plug does not fit the electrical outlet have a proper electrical...

Page 226: ...let or have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician Reset the charge cord by unplugging the charge cord from the electrical outlet and re plugging it Off No Light O Solid Red R o Electrical System Fault The charge cord has detected a missing or improper ground within the building s electrical system Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly grounded Use another electri...

Page 227: ...e the lowest charge level until a qualified electrician inspects the Continued Warning Continued electrical circuit capacity Use the lowest charge level if the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity is not known Grounding Instructions This product must be grounded If this product should malfunction or break down grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce...

Page 228: ...ht for mounting the charge cord is 91 cm 36 in from the floor 3 Mark and drill the mounting holes in a wall stud or suitable structure Stay away from any power source Space the holes 18 7 cm 7 3 8 in apart 4 Install the mounting screws in the wall surface leaving the head of the screws 5 mm 3 16 in from the surface 5 Securely mount the charge cord on to the screws 6 Connect the wall plug to the el...

Page 229: ...ote requests through OnStar to limit or completely block electrical power grid usage for brief time periods A utility interruption of charging may increase AC vehicle charge times When electrical grid power is completely blocked the vehicle will delay charging until the utility interruption has expired The vehicle should be left plugged in so that the vehicle can automatically begin charging Chang...

Page 230: ... vehicle charging equipment complying with one or more of the following SAE J1772 SAE J2847 2 IEC 61851 1 IEC 61851 22 IEC 61851 23 IEC 61851 24 IEC 62196 1 IEC 62196 2 IEC 62196 3 ISO 15118 GB T 18487 1 GB T 20234 1 GB T 20234 2 The following are the minimum requirements for circuits used to charge this vehicle 120 volts 15 amps 240 volts 20 amps Charging equipment with a rating of at least 240 v...

Page 231: ...ter than 15 ethanol by volume such as mid level ethanol blends 16 50 ethanol E85 or FlexFuel Fuel with any amount of methanol methylal and aniline These fuels can corrode metal fuel system parts or damage plastic and rubber parts Fuel containing metals such as methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl Continued Caution Continued MMT which can damage the emissions control system and spark plugs ...

Page 232: ... oil change can help GM Fuel System Treatment Cleaner is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors It is available at your dealer Filling the Tank Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Keep sparks flames an...

Page 233: ...rom the hook on the inside of the fuel door Complete refueling within 30 minutes of pressing the fuel door button on the driver door If refueling after more than 30 minutes press the fuel door button again 4 After refueling reinstall the fuel cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks Close the fuel door Warning Overfilling the fuel tank by more than three clicks of a standard fill nozzle may cau...

Page 234: ...heck Engine Light 0 109 Filling a Portable Fuel Container Warning Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other means You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged Always Use approved fuel containers Remove the container from the vehicle trunk or pickup bed before filling Place the con...

Page 235: ... connected to the DLC such as an aftermarket fleet or driver behavior tracking device may interfere with vehicle systems This could affect vehicle operation and cause a crash Such devices may also access information stored in the vehicle s systems Caution Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always check w...

Page 236: ... P Park Mechanism Check 258 Wiper Blade Replacement 258 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 259 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 260 Halogen Bulbs 260 LED Lighting 260 Headlamps 260 Taillamps 261 License Plate Lamp 261 Replacement Bulbs 262 Electrical System High Voltage Devices and Wiring 262 Electrical System Overload 262 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 263 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 266 Rear Compar...

Page 237: ...oposition 65 Warning WARNING Most motor vehicles including this one as well 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 0 256 and Ju...

Page 238: ...ing control module or software modifications is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts GM Accessories are designed to 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 Equi...

Page 239: ...ting 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 Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle or the vehicle may fall and cause injury to you or others When using a jack to lift the vehicle follow the instruction...

Page 240: ...knowledge and tools Exposure to high voltage can cause shock burns and even death The high voltage components in the vehicle can only be serviced by technicians with special training High voltage components are identified by labels Do not remove open take apart Continued Warning Continued or modify these components High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering Do not probe tamper with cut or mo...

Page 241: ...ion can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood To open the hood 1 Turn the vehicle off before opening the hood If the vehicle is on the engine will start when the hood is opened See Electric Mode 0 180 and Extended Range Mode 0 180 2 Pull the release handle with this symbol It is below the instrument panel outboard of the st...

Page 242: ... closing the hood check that all filler caps are properly installed Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop 2 Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return it to its retainer above the radiator support The prop rod must lock into place when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage 3 Lower the hood 20 cm 8 in above the vehicle and release it so it fully latche...

Page 243: ...Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9807421 2017 CRC 11 18 15 242 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview ...

Page 244: ... Engine Coolant 0 250 10 Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting North America 0 305 11 Power Electronics Coolant Reservoir and Pressure Cap See Cooling System Engine 0 248 or Cooling System High Voltage Battery 0 248 or Cooling System Power Electronics and Charger Modules 0 249 12 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 0 263 13 Remote Negative Terminal See Jump Starting North America 0 305 Engine Oil T...

Page 245: ... the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick add 1 L 1 qt of the recommended oil and then recheck the level See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications 0 338 Caution...

Page 246: ...n Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do 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 clothi...

Page 247: ...oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change To reset the system 1 Select REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC menu 2 Press and hold V for several seconds while the Oil Life display is active to reset the Oil Life system 3 100 OIL LIFE will be displayed when the oil life system is successfully reset The oil life system can also be reset as follows 1 Turn the ignition to ON R...

Page 248: ...ing assembly How to Reinstall the Engine Air Filter 1 Install the air filter into the engine air cleaner filter assembly The outer air filter seal must be fitted properly in the engine air cleaner filter assembly 2 Replace the air cleaner filter cover by lowering it to meet the bottom of the engine air cleaner filter housing assembly 3 Install the five screws to secure the air cleaner filter cover...

Page 249: ...could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the cooling fans are running If the engine is overheating the fans should be running If it is not the vehicle needs service Turn off the vehicle Cooling System High Voltage Battery During vehicle operation and...

Page 250: ...nt is visible but the coolant level is below the cold fill line on the side of the reservoir there could be a leak in the cooling system The high voltage battery cooling system supports the operation of sensitive electronics that are critical to vehicle operation The high voltage battery cooling system should only be serviced by a qualified technician Cooling System Power Electronics and Charger M...

Page 251: ...the operation of sensitive electronics The power electronics cooling system should only be serviced by a qualified technician Engine Coolant The engine cooling system in the vehicle is filled with GM Premix DEX COOL engine coolant See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 334 The coolant requires changing at certain intervals See Maintenance Schedule 0 326 The following explains the cooling system a...

Page 252: ...streams or bodies of water Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is...

Page 253: ...tinued Warning Continued come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap If coolant is needed add the proper GM Premix DEX COOL engine coolant at the coolant surge tank The coolant surge tank pressure cap can be removed when the co...

Page 254: ...the engine without coolant may cause damage or a fire Vehicle damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Washer Fluid What to Use When adding windshield washer fluid to the vehicle be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If operating the vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Wa...

Page 255: ...on Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten whee...

Page 256: ...e too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Warning If too much brake fluid is added it can spill on the engine and burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and the vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When the brake fluid fa...

Page 257: ...w to recycle the high voltage battery There is also information available at http www recyclemybattery com Keep the vehicle plugged in even when fully charged to keep the high voltage battery temperature ready for the next drive This is important when outside temperatures are extremely hot or cold A vehicle cover which can reduce sun loading on the vehicle and improve high voltage battery life is ...

Page 258: ...mote positive and negative terminals See Jump Starting North America 0 305 for the location of these terminals Caution The vehicle is equipped with an AGM VRLA 12 volt battery which can be damaged by using the incorrect type of trickle charger An AGM VRLA compatible charger must be used with the appropriate setting selected Follow the trickle charger manufacturer instructions Reconnecting the 12 V...

Page 259: ...ut of P Park contact your dealer for service Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check Warning When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with th...

Page 260: ...uld not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not allow the wiper arm to touch the windshield To replace the windshield wiper blade 1 Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield 2 Press the button in the middle of the wiper arm connector and pull the wiper blade away from the arm connector 3 Remove the wiper blade 4 Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement Headlamp Aiming Head...

Page 261: ...ps High Beam Headlamps and Turn Signal Lamps 1 High Beam Headlamp 2 Turn Signal Lamp To replace a high beam headlamp or turn signal lamp 1 Open the hood See Hood 0 240 2 For the passenger side bulb remove the windshield washer bottle filler neck by firmly pulling it straight up and out of the bottle 3 Remove the cover from the back of the headlamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise 4 Remove t...

Page 262: ...p assembly 6 Remove the bulb from the taillamp assembly Hold the connector and pull on the bulb to disconnect it from the wiring harness 7 Install a new bulb into the wiring connector 8 Reinstall the connector by inserting it into the taillamp housing and turning clockwise 9 Reinstall the taillamp housing by aligning the two pins 1 on the back of the housing with the rubber anchors in the vehicle ...

Page 263: ...st 7 Push the spring clip side into place Replacement Bulbs Lamp Bulb Number High Beam Lamps 9005 Turn Signal Lamps 7443NA Brake Lamps 7443 Reverse Lamps 7440 License Plate Lamps 5W5 LL For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System High Voltage Devices and Wiring Warning Exposure to high voltage can cause shock burns and even death The high voltage components in the v...

Page 264: ...ctrical 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 the wiper control is turned off After removal of the blockage the wiper motor will restart when the ...

Page 265: ...Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9807421 2017 CRC 11 18 15 264 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...

Page 266: ...echargeable energy storage system F13 Cabin heater control module Fuses Usage F14 Coolant heater control module F15 Emissions F16 Ignition coils F17 Engine control module F18 F19 F20 Electric brake boost F21 Front wiper F22 ABS pump F23 Front windshield wiper F24 F25 F26 F27 ABS module F28 Left power window F29 Rear window defogger F30 Heated mirrors F31 F32 Variable functions Fuses Usage F33 F34 ...

Page 267: ...3 Engine control module K04 K05 K06 K07 Relays Usage K08 K09 K10 K11 K12 High beam headlamps K13 K14 Run Crank K15 Rear window defogger K16 Horn PCB relay K17 K18 K19 Coolant pump PCB relay K20 K21 K22 Front washer K23 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is on the left side of the instrument panel To access the fuses open the fuse panel door by pulling out To reinstall the ...

Page 268: ...Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9807421 2017 CRC 11 18 15 Vehicle Care 267 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...

Page 269: ...8 Body control module 3 F9 Fuel power pump module F10 F11 F12 Fuses Usage F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 Data link connector F18 Body control module 7 F19 Cluster F20 Body control module 1 F21 Body control module 4 F22 Body control module 6 F23 OnStar F24 Airbag F25 Display F26 Infotainment F27 Fuses Usage F28 F29 Overhead console F30 Radio F31 Steering wheel controls F32 Body control module 8 F33 HVAC Integ...

Page 270: ...age CB1 Front auxiliary power outlet CB2 Rear auxiliary power outlet Relays Usage R1 R2 Retained accessory power R3 Hatch R4 R5 Rear Compartment Fuse Block The rear compartment fuse block is in the center of the rear compartment under the load floor Open the rear load floor door and remove the cover to access the fuse block ...

Page 271: ...Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9807421 2017 CRC 11 18 15 270 Vehicle Care ...

Page 272: ...ghting F13 F14 Fuses Usage F15 F16 F17 F18 F19 Obstacle detection F20 Fuel F21 Rear heated seat F22 Right power windows Relays Usage K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 Wheels and Tires Tires Every new GM vehicle has high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service For additional information refer to the tire manufacture...

Page 273: ...surfaces such as snow mud ice etc Excessive spinning may cause the tires to explode All Season Tires This vehicle may come with all season tires These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall Original equipmen...

Page 274: ...tire s maximum speed capability Low Profile Tires If the vehicle has 215 50R17 size tires they are classified as low profile tires Caution Low profile tires are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb impact than standard profile tires Tire and or wheel assembly damage can occur when coming into contact with road hazards like potholes or sharp edged objects or when sliding into a curb...

Page 275: ... the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 4 Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following the DOT Department of Transportation code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture 5 T...

Page 276: ... the maximum pressure needed to support that load 5 Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 420 kPa 60 psi For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Tire Pressure 0 278 6 Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in the...

Page 277: ...ating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in kPa kilopascal or psi pounds per square inch Accessory Weight The combined weight of optional accessories Some examples of optional accessories are electric drive unit power windo...

Page 278: ... pressure Light Truck LT Metric Tire A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles Load Index An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating fo...

Page 279: ...road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 6 mm 1 16 in of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires 0 285 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using governme...

Page 280: ...ever load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry When to Check Check the tires once a month or more Do not forget the compact spare if the vehicle has one The cold compact spare tire pressure should be at 420 kPa 60 psi See Compact Spare Tire 0 304 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure Proper tire inflation cannot be determined by looking at t...

Page 281: ...tes you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenan...

Page 282: ...Load Limits 0 171 A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Information Center DIC The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays se...

Page 283: ...o come on are One of the road tires has been replaced with the spare tire The spare tire does not have a TPMS sensor The malfunction light and DIC message should go off after the road tire is replaced and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section The TPMS sensor matching process was not done or not completed successfully after rota...

Page 284: ...r the matching process stops and must be restarted The TPMS sensor matching process is 1 Set the parking brake 2 Place the vehicle in ON RUN See Power Button 0 175 3 Make sure the Tire Pressure info page option is turned on The info pages on the DIC can be turned on and off through the Settings menu See Driver Information Center DIC 0 130 4 Use the DIC controls on the right side of the steering wh...

Page 285: ... The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 mi See Maintenance Schedule 0 326 Tires are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all tires The first ...

Page 286: ...at the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build up Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts Check that the spare tire if the vehicle has one is stored properly Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves tighten the cable See Tire Changing 0 299 When It Is T...

Page 287: ...l Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec system rating When replacement tires are needed GM strongly recommends buying tires with the same TPC Spec rating GM s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the overall performance of the vehicle including brake system performance ride and handling traction control and tire pressure monitoring ...

Page 288: ...e replaced with a tire that does not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction radial as the original tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low pressure warning if non TPC Spec rated tires are installed See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 280 The Tire and Loading Information Label indicates the orig...

Page 289: ...l rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread...

Page 290: ...er the Federal Motor Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible t...

Page 291: ...eel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire clearance to the body and chassis Warning Never use oil or grease on studs or the threads of the wheel nuts The wheel nuts might come loose and the wheel could fall off causing a crash Warning Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel...

Page 292: ...riving especially if the tires are maintained properly See Tires 0 271 If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if there is ever a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer t...

Page 293: ...oll over or fall causing injury or death Find a level place to change the tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in 1 First or R Reverse 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 5 Place wheel blocks if equipped on bot...

Page 294: ...nded pressure Warning Storing the tire sealant and compressor kit or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store the tire sealant and compressor kit in its original location If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit there may not be a spare tire or tire changing equipment and on ...

Page 295: ... Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit to Temporarily Seal and Inflate a Punctured Tire When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes This will help to inflate the tire faster If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Wa...

Page 296: ...te lighter If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter use the cigarette lighter Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window 9 Start the vehicle The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor 10 Press the on off button 5 to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on The compressor will inject sealant and air into the tire The pressure gauge 8 will initially show a high pres...

Page 297: ...mpressor kit as it could be warm after usage 13 Unplug the power plug 9 from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 14 Turn the sealant air hose 2 counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem 15 Replace the tire valve stem cap 16 Remove the tire sealant canister 4 from the slot on top of the compressor 6 17 Turn the air only hose 10 counterclockwise to remove it from the tire sealant ...

Page 298: ...4 at a local dealer or in accordance with local state codes and practices 26 Replace it with a new canister available from your dealer 27 After temporarily sealing a tire using the tire sealant and compressor kit take the vehicle to an authorized dealer within 161 km 100 mi of driving to have the tire repaired or replaced Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire ...

Page 299: ... must be running while using the air compressor 8 Press the on off button 5 to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on The compressor will inflate the tire with air only 9 Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge 8 The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure 0 278 The pressure gauge 8 may rea...

Page 300: ... used to inflate air mattresses balls etc Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit To access the tire sealant and compressor kit 1 Open the hatch See Hatch 0 42 2 Lift the cover 3 Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise to remove the tire sealant and compressor kit bag 4 Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from the bag To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps Tire Ch...

Page 301: ...pact spare tire near you 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 Continued Warning Continued killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal ...

Page 302: ...h ends of the jack and tool over one another 6 Place the jack under the vehicle Caution Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty 7 Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire The location is indicated by a notch on the bottom edge of the body side The jack must not be use...

Page 303: ...11 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 12 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface Warning Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 13 Reinstall the wheel nuts Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 14 Lower the vehicle by turni...

Page 304: ...the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown 16 Lower the jack all the way and remove the jack from under the vehicle 17 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Warning Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someon...

Page 305: ...heck the inflation pressure regularly It should be 420 kPa 60 psi Stop as soon as possible and check that the spare tire is correctly inflated after being installed on the vehicle The compact spare tire is designed for temporary use only The vehicle will perform differently with the spare tire installed and it is recommended that the vehicle speed be limited to 80 km h 50 mph To conserve the tread...

Page 306: ...condition jumper cables There are different procedures depending on if the Volt has a run down battery or another vehicle has a run down battery Read the appropriate procedures that follow Warning The high voltage battery cannot be jump started either with another vehicle or battery charger Personal injury death or damage to the vehicle could result Warning WARNING Battery posts terminals and rela...

Page 307: ...he 12 volt battery may be run down To jump start the Volt use the underhood remote positive and negative terminals 1 Remote Positive Terminal 2 Remote Negative Terminal 1 The other vehicle used to jump start the Volt must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Caution If the other vehicle does not have a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use a ve...

Page 308: ... cables do not have loose or missing insulation or a shock could result and the vehicles could be damaged Before connecting the jumper cables here are some basic things to know Positive jumper cable goes to positive battery terminal or a remote positive terminal if available Negative jumper cable goes to negative battery terminal or a remote negative terminal if available Do not connect positive t...

Page 309: ...other vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive jumper cable from the other vehicle Do not let the other end of the cable touch anything until after the next step 4 Disconnect the red positive jumper cable from the Volt 5 Return the positive and negative terminal covers to their original positions After starting the disabled vehicle and removing the jumper cables allow it to idle...

Page 310: ... both batteries and accessories 4 Locate the positive and negative terminals on the vehicle with the run down battery 5 Locate the positive and negative battery terminals on the Volt The 12 volt battery is under the load floor in the rear cargo area Open the access covers for the positive terminal 1 and the negative terminal 2 6 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation ...

Page 311: ...ed metal engine part or to the remote negative terminal on the other vehicle with the run down battery 5 Press POWER O to start the Volt This will wake up the electronics on the Volt The engine will only start if it is needed 6 Try to start the other vehicle that had the run down battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Disconnecting the Jumper Cables 1 Disconnect t...

Page 312: ...ith a tow eye only use the tow eye to pull the vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier from a flat road surface Do not use the tow eye to pull the vehicle from snow mud or sand Caution Improper use of the tow eye can cause vehicle damage Use caution and low speeds to prevent damage to the vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed To load a vehicl...

Page 313: ...ps to move the vehicle damage may occur if the tow straps contact the rear fascia Do not let the tow straps contact the rear fascia To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motor home see Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 312 Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing refers to towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home The t...

Page 314: ...would not be covered by the vehicle warranty If using a shield only use one that attaches to the towing vehicle Dinghy Towing Caution If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground the drive unit could be damaged Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on...

Page 315: ...nd could damage the drive unit and front fascia Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground Appearance Care Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory Use a de icing agent only when absolutely necessary and have the locks greased after using See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 334 Washing the Vehicle To preserve the vehicle s finish wash it often and o...

Page 316: ...ter to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Finish Care Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant wax materials is not recommended If painted surfaces are damaged see your dealer to have the damage assessed and repaired Foreign...

Page 317: ...o prevent damage always follow these cleaning instructions Be sure the molding is cool to the touch before applying any cleaning solution Use only approved cleaning solutions for aluminum chrome or stainless steel Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain alkaline substances and can damage the moldings Always dilute a concentrated cleaner according to the manufacturer s instructions Do not use cl...

Page 318: ... hard items Aftermarket appearance caps or covers while the lamps are illuminated due to excessive heat generated Caution Failure to clean lamps properly can cause damage to the lamp cover that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Using wax on low gloss black finish stripes can increase the gloss level and create a non uniform finish Clean low gloss stripes with soap and water only...

Page 319: ...en 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 rinsing thoroughly with clean water dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Caution Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving ...

Page 320: ...r an underbody car washing system can do this If not removed rust and corrosion can develop 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 decrease the life of the transfer case and or axles and should be replaced Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires s...

Page 321: ...ly 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 attract dirt Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap Do not heavily saturate the upholstery when cleaning Do not use solvents or cleaners containing solvents Inte...

Page 322: ...e 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 small hidden area for colorfastness before using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter If ring formation occurs clean the entire fabric or carpet After cleaning use a paper towel to blot excess moisture Cleaning High Glo...

Page 323: ... surfaces If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehicle blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Cargo Cover and Convenience Net Wash with warm water and mild detergent Do not use chlorine bleach Rinse with cold water and then dry completely ...

Page 324: ...he 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 single floor mat on the driver side Do not place one floor mat on top of another Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats Pull up on the rear of the floor m...

Page 325: ...tain the value of the vehicle if it is sold It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online schedu...

Page 326: ...See Vehicle Load Limits 0 171 Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits Use the recommended fuel See Fuel 0 230 Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart The Additional Required Services Severe are for vehicles that are Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain Frequ...

Page 327: ...st be reset See Engine Oil Life System 0 245 More frequent changes may be required when the vehicle is exposed to a corrosive environment such as areas of high humidity along an ocean coast and or areas that apply road salt during winter Your trained dealer technician can perform this work If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 mi since the la...

Page 328: ...ally inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts Lubricate body components See Exterior Care 0 314 Check electric drive unit shift lock control function See Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock Control Function Check 0 258 Check parking brake and electric drive unit mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 0 258 Ch...

Page 329: ...6 0 0 0 k m 9 7 5 0 0 mi 1 6 8 0 0 0 k m 1 0 5 0 0 0 mi 1 8 0 0 0 0 k m 11 2 5 0 0 mi 1 9 2 0 0 0 k m 1 2 0 0 0 0 mi 2 0 4 0 0 0 k m 1 2 7 5 0 0 mi 2 1 6 0 0 0 k m 1 3 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 ...

Page 330: ... reduced airflow window fogging or odors Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up 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 Engine 0 248 o...

Page 331: ...ine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Change electric drive unit fluid Replace spark plugs Inspect spark plug wires Drain and fill engine power electronics and high voltage battery cooling systems 4 Visually inspect accessory drive belts 5 Replace brake fluid 6 Footnotes Maintenance Schedule ...

Page 332: ...pecial Application Services Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km 3 000 mi Have underbody flushing service performed See Underbody Maintenance in Exterior Care 0 314 Additional Maintenance and Care Your vehicle is an important investment and caring for it properly may help to avoid future costly repairs To maintain vehicle performance additional maintenanc...

Page 333: ...irping grinding or squealing noises or difficulty stopping Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts engineered for the vehicle Fluids Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle s systems and components See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 334 for GM approved fluids Engine oil and windshield washer fluid leve...

Page 334: ...re wheel balancing services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds Your dealer sells and services name brand tires Vehicle Care To help keep the vehicle looking like new vehicle care products are available from your dealer For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle s interior and exterior see Interior Care 0 319 and Exterior Care 0 314 Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is crit...

Page 335: ...ttery Cooling System Premix DEX COOL GM Part No 12378390 in Canada 10953456 Power Electronics Cooling System Premix DEX COOL GM Part No 12378390 in Canada 10953456 Brake Hydraulic System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Electric Drive Unit DEXRON VI Automatic Tr...

Page 336: ...eplacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 20871244 A3148C Cabin Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Engine Oil Filter 12670058 UPF64R Spark Plugs 12637197 41 124 Wiper Blades Left 65 cm 25 6 in 23251330 Right 65 cm 25 6 in 23251332 ...

Page 337: ...36 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 338: ...seen through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications 0 338 for the vehicle s eng...

Page 339: ... to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 334 for more information Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge type and amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling Systems Engine 7 0 L 7 4 qt High Voltage Battery 4 2 L 4 5 qt Power Electronics 4 8 L 5 0 qt Engine Oil with Filter...

Page 340: ...cities Metric English Electric Drive Unit 6 75 L 7 13 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Electric Drive Unit Spark Plug Gap 1 5L L4 5 Automatic 0 80 0 90 mm 0 031 0 035 in ...

Page 341: ...Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 9807421 2017 CRC 11 18 15 340 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing ...

Page 342: ...g Safety Defects to General Motors 352 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 353 Event Data Recorders 353 OnStar 354 Infotainment System 354 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...

Page 343: ...e However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights 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 Vehic...

Page 344: ...artial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle 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 Ca...

Page 345: ...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 self recorded service records D Select a preferred dealer ...

Page 346: ...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 location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Descrip...

Page 347: ...effective and the vehicle will have to be towed It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire 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 consider...

Page 348: ...s of course the problem is safety 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 Courte...

Page 349: ...tional 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 Coll...

Page 350: ...icant differences 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 by using 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 wit...

Page 351: ...arts be original equipment parts either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair professional and insist on...

Page 352: ...rd Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to change 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 system...

Page 353: ... 424 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 o...

Page 354: ...st in understanding 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 d...

Page 355: ...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 the vehicle the use of the vehicle and its features and in certain situations the location and approximate GPS speed of the vehicle Refer to the OnStar...

Page 356: ...y and electrical system cellular service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers OnStar may collect information about 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 T...

Page 357: ... vehicle 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 loca...

Page 358: ...dy then 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 ...

Page 359: ...et connection 3G 4G 4G LTE and signal quality poor good 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 Rem...

Page 360: ...ncy 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say Call System responds Call Please say the name 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 ...

Page 361: ...e Assistance 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 1 877 248 208...

Page 362: ...e first 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 cou...

Page 363: ... the 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...

Page 364: ... FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE ARISING FROM OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE Except as contained in this notice the name of a copyright holder shall...

Page 365: ... the distribution The sole exception to this condition is redistribution of a standard UnZipSFX binary including SFXWiz as part of a self extracting archive that is permitted without inclusion of this license as long as the normal SFX banner has not been removed from the binary or disabled 3 Altered versions including but not limited to ports to new operating systems existing ports with new graphi...

Page 366: ...ger Sensing System 69 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 67 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 68 When Should an Airbag Inflate 66 Where Are the Airbags 65 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 74 Passenger Status Indicator 108 Readiness Light 108 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 73 System Check 63 Alarm Vehicle Security 43 Alert Lane Change 211 Side Blind Zone SBZA 211 All Season Tires 272 ...

Page 367: ...uel Requirements 230 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 236 California Proposition 65 Warning 236 256 305 Canadian Vehicle Owners 2 Capacities and Specifications 338 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 185 Hatch 42 Winter Driving 170 Cargo Cover 94 Caution Danger and Warning 3 Center Console Storage 94 Chains Tire 291 Charge Cord 222 Charging Delay Override 217 Electrical Requirements 229 Charging cont...

Page 368: ...tion 3 Data Collection Infotainment System 354 OnStar 354 Data Recorders Event 353 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 151 Defensive Driving 166 Delayed Charging Override 217 Delayed Locking 40 Diagnostics OnStar 359 Distracted Driving 165 Dome Lamps 154 Door Ajar Light 117 Ajar Messages 133 Delayed Locking 40 Locks 39 Power Locks 40 Drive Belt Routing Engine 340 Drive Unit Electric 186 Driver Assistance Sy...

Page 369: ... Life System 245 Oil Messages 134 Oil Pressure Light 115 Overheating 253 Running While Parked 186 Engine Unavailable Out of Fuel 183 Entry Lighting 155 Event Data Recorders 353 Exit Lighting 155 Extended Range Mode 180 Extender Safety Belt 62 Exterior Lamp Controls 149 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 246 Flash to Pass 151 Flashers Hazard Warning 152 Flat Tire 291 Changing 299 Floor Mats 322 Fluid Brak...

Page 370: ...ss 151 High Beam On Light 116 High Low Beam Changer 151 Lamps On Reminder 117 Heated Rear Seats 57 Steering Wheel 96 Heated Front Seats 54 Heated Mirrors 46 Heating and Air Conditioning 157 High Voltage Battery Gauge 105 High Voltage Devices and Wiring 262 High Beam On Light 116 Hill and Mountain Roads 169 Hill Start Assist HSA 190 Hold Mode Light 113 Hood 240 Horn 97 How to Wear Safety Belts Prop...

Page 371: ... Warning 111 Charging System 109 Cruise Control 117 Door Ajar 117 Electric Parking Brake 111 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning 114 Engine Oil Pressure 115 Flash to Pass 151 High Beam On 116 High Low Beam Changer 151 Low Fuel Warning 116 Mountain Mode 113 Safety Belt Reminders 107 Security 116 Service Electric Parking Brake 112 Sport Mode 112 StabiliTrak OFF 114 Tire Pressure 115 Traction Control ...

Page 372: ...xtended Range 180 Hold Light 113 Modes Driver Selected 181 Maintenance 183 Monitor System Tire Pressure 280 Mountain Mode Light 113 N Navigation OnStar 357 New Vehicle Break In 175 O Object Detection System Messages 136 Odometer 105 Trip 105 Off Road Recovery 167 Oil Engine 243 Engine Oil Life System 245 Messages 134 Pressure Light 115 Older Children Restraints 75 Online Owner Center 344 OnStar 35...

Page 373: ...ng Lamps 154 Ready Indicator 116 Rear Seats 55 Heated 57 Rear Storage 93 Rear Vision Camera RVC 204 Rearview Mirrors 46 Automatic Dimming 46 Reclining Seatbacks 53 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 334 Records Maintenance 336 Recreational Vehicle Towing 312 Regenerative Braking 190 Reimbursement Program GM Mobility 345 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 30 Remote Start 36 Replacement Bulbs 262 Replac...

Page 374: ...ice Accessories and Modifications 237 Doing Your Own Work 239 Engine Soon Light 109 Maintenance Records 336 Maintenance General Information 324 Parts Identification Label 337 Publications Ordering Information 350 Scheduling Appointments 347 Vehicle Messages 139 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 112 Services Special Application 331 Servicing the Airbag 73 Shifting Into Park 177 Out of Park 178 S...

Page 375: ...ifting the Vehicle 237 Low Profile 273 Messages 140 Pressure Light 115 Pressure Monitor Operation 281 Pressure Monitor System 280 Rotation 284 Sealant and Compressor Kit 293 Sealant and Compressor Kit Storing 299 Sidewall Labeling 273 Terminology and Definitions 276 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 288 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 289 Wheel Replacement 289 When It Is Time for New Tires 285 Winter ...

Page 376: ... and Privacy 353 Vehicle Ready Light 116 Ventilation Air 162 Visors 49 Voltage Devices and Wiring 262 W Warning Brake System Light 111 Caution and Danger 3 Lane Departure LDW 213 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 101 Warnings Hazard Flashers 152 Washer Fluid 253 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 289 Different Size 287 Replacement 289 When It Is Time for New Tires 285 Where to Put the Restraint ...

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