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ELECTRIC AND EXTENDED-RANGE MODES
Volt is an electric vehicle with extended range capability. Plug it in, let it charge overnight,
and it’s ready to run on a pure electric charge — gas- and tailpipe emissions-free. After that,
Volt keeps going, even if you can’t plug it in. Volt uses a range-extending gas engine that
produces enough energy to power it for hundreds of miles on a single tank of gas.
Electric Mode
In Electric Mode, the Volt will not use gasoline or produce tailpipe emissions unless in
extreme cold temperatures. During this primary mode, the Volt is powered by electri-
cal energy stored in its propulsion battery. It can operate in this mode until the battery is
depleted to a predetermined level.
Extended-Range Mode
Once the electric charge is depleted, the range-extending gas engine will start to gener-
ate enough power to continue driving the vehicle. The engine ensures that you will not be
stranded by a depleted battery. The vehicle determines when the engine needs to run.
Engine speed will vary, depending on driving conditions, to optimize efficiency. The engine
will not fully charge the propulsion battery. The vehicle must be plugged in to recharge.
Total Vehicle Range
The Total Range indicator displays the total
distance that can be driven, based on the
combined electric and extended range,
before recharging or refueling the vehicle.
The displayed electric and fuel ranges
are projections based on past vehicle
perfor mance and charge/fuel level. The dis-
played ranges will change based on current
driving style and climate settings.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
PARkING
Electric Parking Brake
To apply the parking brake, pull the
PARK
Parking Brake switch by the shift lever.
To release the parking brake, with the ignition ON, press the brake pedal and press the
PARK
Parking Brake switch.
Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Low Ground Clearance
The low ground clearance of the Volt aids in the
aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle. As a result,
the flexible air deflector under the front fascia
(bumper) may contact a parking block or curb if
the vehicle is parked too closely. Use care when
parking to avoid damage.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner Manual.
