Chevrolet Boltev 2019 Owner's Manual

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . .. . . . . 2

In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 5

Keys, Doors, and Windows . . .. . 32

Seats and Restraints . ... . . . . . . . 56

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 109

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. 152

Infotainment System . ... . . . . . . 159

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

Driving and Operating . ... . . . .. 195

Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 255

Service and Maintenance . . . . . 322

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331

Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 333

Reporting Safety Defects . . .. . . 343

OnStar . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. 347

Connected Services . . . . . . . . . .. 355

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359

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2 Introduction

Introduction

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and BOLT are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.

For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Company” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.

This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner’s manual.

Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features.

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:

Propriétaires Canadiens

On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:

Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 USA

Using this Manual

To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84214429 B Second Printing

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Danger, Warning, and Caution

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.

Danger

{

Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.

Warning

{

Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.

A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.

M : Shown when the owner’s

manual has additional instructions

Caution

Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.

or information.

* : Shown when the service

manual has additional instructions or information.

0 : Shown when there is more

information on another page — “see page.”

Introduction 3

Vehicle Symbol Chart

Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. See the features in this manual for information.

u : Air Conditioning System G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil 9 : Airbag Readiness Light

! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) $ : Brake System Warning Light

9 : Dispose of Used Components

Properly

P : Do Not Apply High Pressure

Water

[ : Energy Usage and Charge

Mode Selection

_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited H : Flammable

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g : First Responder

[ : Forward Collision Alert

R : Fuse Block Cover Lock

Location

+ : Fuses _ : High Voltage

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

a : Under Pressure V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator ] : Vehicle Ready

j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child

Restraints

Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers

Properly Installed

| : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist X : Park Assist ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator O : Power

/ : Remote Vehicle Start 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert I : Registered Technician > : Seat Belt Reminders Z : Service Vehicle Soon I : Side Blind Zone Alert

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In Brief

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 6

Initial Drive Information

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8

Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 8

Door Locks . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Liftgate . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . 10

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 10

Seat Adjustment . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 11

Heated Seats . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . .. 12

Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12

Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Passenger Sensing System . . . 13

Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 13

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 14

Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 14

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Windshield Wiper/Washer . .... . 15

Climate Controls . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 16

Vehicle Features

Radio(s) . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 17

Satellite Radio . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . 18

Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . 18

Bluetooth . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 18

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 18

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 20

Forward Collision Alert (FCA)

System . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 20

Forward Automatic

Braking (FAB) ... . . . . . . . . . . . .. 20

Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)

System . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 20

Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 21

Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 21

Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 21

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

System . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 21

Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Battery and Efficiency

High Voltage Safety

Information . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . ... . 22

Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 23

Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . .. . 28

Service . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 29

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . .. . . . . . 29

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Driving for Better Energy

Efficiency ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 30

Roadside Assistance

Program . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . 31

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Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents 0 192.

2. Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 156.

IntelliBeam System Button (If Equipped). See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 152.

3. Instrument Cluster 0 119.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

0 143.

4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 112.

5. Charging Status Feedback

0 241.

Automatic Headlamp System

0 155.

Indicator Light and Solar Sensor (ILSS). See “Sensors” under Automatic Climate Control System 0 188.

6. Infotainment System. See

AM-FM Radio 0 164.

Heated Front Seats 0 60 (If

Equipped).

7. Automatic Climate Control System 0 188.

8. Storage Compartments 0 106.

9. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive Unit 0 210.

10. Electric Parking Brake 0 215.

11. Power Outlets 0 115.

12. Hazard Warning Flashers

0 155.

Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 218.

Driver Selected Operating Modes 0 210.

13. Power Button 0 205.

14. Steering Wheel Controls 0 110 (If Equipped).

15. Horn 0 111.

16. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 110 (Out of View).

17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 110 (If Equipped).

18. Regen on Demand (Out of View). See Regenerative Braking 0 217.

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19. Cruise Control 0 220.

Heated Steering Wheel 0 111

(If Equipped).

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 227 (If Equipped).

Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 234

(If Equipped).

20. Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 277.

21. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Service Vehicle Soon Light 0 127.

22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 152.

23. Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 156.

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Initial Drive Information

This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.

For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner’s manual.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.

Press the key release button to extend the key. The key can be used for all locks.

K : Press to unlock the driver door

or all doors, depending on the vehicle personalization setting.

Q : Press to lock all doors. 7 : Press and release one time to

initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at least three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.

/ : Press and release Q and then

immediately press and hold least four seconds to start the

/ for at

vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter.

See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 33.

Remote Start

Remote Starting the Vehicle

Use remote start to heat or cool the interior when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Normal operation of the system will return after the vehicle has been turned on.

To remote start the vehicle:

1. Press and release RKE transmitter.

2. Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.

Q on the

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3. After entering the vehicle during a remote start, press

POWER pedal applied to operate as normal.

When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on. Remote start run time can be extended.

O with the brake

Canceling Remote Start

To cancel a remote start, do any of the following:

Press and hold parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Press POWER pedal applied, then press

POWER vehicle off.

See Remote Start 0 40.

/ until the

O with the brake

O again to turn the

Door Locks

To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle:

Use the key in the driver door to lock and unlock the door.

Press

Q or K on the Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to lock and unlock the doors.

To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle:

Press

Q or K on the power door

lock switch.

Use the lock knob on the top of the door panel to lock the door

only. Press

K to unlock the door.

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K : Press to unlock the doors.

Q : Press to lock the doors.

Keyless Access

The Keyless Access system allows the doors and liftgate to be locked and unlocked without pressing the RKE transmitter button. The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened. If the vehicle has this feature, there will be a button on both outside front and rear door handles.

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Keyless Access can be programmed to unlock all doors on the first unlock/lock button press from the driver door.

See “Keyless Access Operation” in

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 33.

Liftgate

To lock or unlock the liftgate from the outside, press

RKE transmitter.

To lock or unlock the liftgate from the inside, press

Q or K on the

To open the liftgate, press the touch pad on the underside of the liftgate and lift up.

When closing the liftgate, use the pull cup.

See Liftgate 0 47.

Q or K.

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 front of the switch to raise it.

The driver window has an express feature which allows the window to be lowered or raised without holding the switch.

The front and rear passenger windows have express open only.

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See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 208 and Power Windows 0 53.

Seat Adjustment

Seat Position

To adjust a manual seat:

1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat.

2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the handle.

3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place.

See Seat Adjustment 0 59.

Seat Height Adjuster

Move the lever on the outboard side of the seat up or down to manually adjust the seat height.

See “Seat Height Adjuster” under Seat Adjustment 0 59.

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Reclining Seatbacks

To recline the seatback:

1. Lift the lever.

2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.

3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.

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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 59.

Heated Seats

Front Heated Seats

If equipped, the heated seat controls are on the infotainment display. To operate, the vehicle must be on.

Touch

M or L to heat the driver or

passenger seat cushion. Indicator lights on the infotainment display show the current setting.

Touch the screen once for the highest setting. With each touch of the screen, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then off. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest.

The passenger seat may take longer to heat up.

See Heated Front Seats 0 60.

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 Restraints 0 57 and Seat Adjustment 0 59.

Seat Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use seat belts properly:

Seat Belts 0 65

How to Wear Seat Belts Properly 0 66

Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 68

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 91

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Passenger Sensing System

The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 125.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirrors

United States

Canada

The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 78 for important information.

Power Mirrors

1. Press } or | to choose the

driver or passenger mirror.

2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired position.

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3. Press

See Power Mirrors 0 50.

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirror

Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water.

Manual Rearview Mirror

Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.

} or | again to

deselect the mirror.

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Rear Camera Mirror

If equipped, this automatic dimming rearview mirror provides a wide angle camera for a view of the area behind the vehicle. See Rear Camera Mirror 0 51.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

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.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps

1 : When the button is returned to

the middle position, the lamps turn on automatically when a door is opened.

+ ON : Press to turn on the dome

lamps.

Front and Rear Reading Lamps

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull the lever down.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down.

The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console above the front seats.

* OFF : Press to turn the lamps

off, even when a door is open.

The front reading lamps are in the overhead console.

Press the lamp lenses to turn the reading lamps on or off.

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The rear reading lamps are in the headliner.

* OFF : Press to turn the lamp off. + ON : Press to turn the lamp on.

For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 156.

Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column.

O : Turns the exterior lamps off and

deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn to

O again to reactivate the

AUTO mode.

In Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).

AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically, depending on outside lighting.

; : Turns on the parking lamps

including all lamps, except the headlamps. The instrument panel lights also turn on.

5 : Turns on the headlamps

together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.

See:

Exterior Lamp Controls 0 152.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 0 154.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

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The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the side of the steering column. With the vehicle on or in Service Mode, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.

HI : Use for fast wipes.

LO : Use for slow wipes.

INT : If equipped with intermittent

wipes, move the windshield wiper lever to INT. Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.

OFF : Use to turn the wipers off.

1X : For a single wipe, briefly move

the lever down. For multiple wipes, hold the lever down.

f : Pull the windshield wiper

lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.

Rear Window Wiper/Washer

The controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever. Move the control to:

ON : To turn on.

OFF : To turn off.

INT : To turn on intermittent rear

wipes.

1 : Push the windshield wiper

lever to spray washer fluid on the rear window.

See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 112.

Climate Controls

The climate control buttons on the center stack and on the climate control display are used to adjust the heating, cooling, and ventilation.

Center Stack Climate Controls

1. Defrost/Defog

2. Air Delivery Mode Controls

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3. Max Defrost

4. Manual Fan Control Buttons

5. Temperature Control Knob

6. AUTO (Automatic Operation)

7. Rear Window Defogger

Climate Control Display

1. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped)

2. Climate On-Off

3. Recirculation

4. Heater Power

5. A/C (Air Conditioning) Power

6. Fan Speed and Temperature Status

See Automatic Climate Control System 0 188.

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Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

Volume Knob : Turn to increase or

decrease the volume.

O : Press and hold to enter the

Clean Screen Mode. The radio will be in a low power mode with the infotainment display turned off.

Press to cancel the Clean Screen Mode or to mute/unmute the audio when the system is on.

{ : Press to go to the Home Page.

Press and hold to launch Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, if equipped.

g or d : For radio and SirusXM,

press to seek the previous or next strongest station or channel. For USB content, press to go to the previous or next content or press and hold to fast rewind or fast forward music.

See Overview 0 160.

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Satellite Radio

If equipped, a SiriusXM satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.

SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service

SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service.

Refer to:

www.siriusxm.com or call 1-888-601-6296 (U.S.).

www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada).

See Satellite Radio 0 166.

Portable Audio Devices

This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and two USB ports in the center console for data and charging. If equipped, there are two USB charge ports in the rear of the center console. External devices such as iPods, MP3 players, and USB storage devices may be connected.

See Auxiliary Devices 0 174 and USB Port 0 168.

Bluetooth

The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls.

The Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.

See Bluetooth 0 177.

Steering Wheel Controls

If equipped, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.

g : If equipped with OnStar or a

Bluetooth system, press to interact with those systems. See OnStar Overview 0 347 or Bluetooth 0 177.

c : Press to decline an incoming

call or end a current call. Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call.

w or x : Press to go to the

previous or next selection.

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o or p : Press to move between

the interactive display zones in the cluster.

@ : Press to select a highlighted

menu option.

yFAV or FAVz : Press to display

a list of favorites and select the next or previous favorite when listening to the radio.

There is a paddle on the left rear side of the steering wheel for regenerative braking. See Regenerative Braking 0 217.

The volume switches are on the right rear side of the steering wheel. Press to increase or decrease the volume.

Cruise Control

J : Press to turn the cruise control

system on and off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on.

* : Press to disengage cruise

control without erasing the set speed from memory.

+RES : If there is a set speed in memory, press to resume that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed.

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−SET : Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed.

See Cruise Control 0 220.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.

o or p : Press to move between

the interactive display zones in the cluster.

V : Press to open a menu or select

a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.

See Instrument Cluster 0 119 and

Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 143.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System

If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a

green indicator, is detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps.

w or x : Press to move up or

down in a list.

See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 227.

V, when a vehicle

Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)

If the vehicle has Forward Collision Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear.

See Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 229.

Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System

If equipped, the FPB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays an

amber indicator, pedestrian is detected directly ahead. When approaching a

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detected pedestrian too quickly, FPB provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps. FPB can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle.

See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System 0 230.

Lane Keep Assist (LKA)

If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert as the lane marking is crossed. The system will not assist or alert if it detects that you are actively steering. Override LKA by turning the steering wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 150 km/h (93 mph).

See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

0 234 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 234.

Lane Change Alert (LCA)

If equipped, the LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside 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)

0 232 and Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 232.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

If equipped, RVC shows a view of the area behind the vehicle on the infotainment display when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to aid with parking and low-speed backing maneuvers.

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See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 224.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System

If equipped, the RCTA system uses a triangle with an arrow on the infotainment display to warn of traffic behind your vehicle that may cross your vehicle's path while in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will sound.

See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 224.

Park Assist

If equipped, Rear Park Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may show a warning triangle on the infotainment display and/or a graphic on the instrument cluster to provide the object distance. In addition, multiple beeps may occur if very close to an object.

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See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 224.

Power Outlets

The accessory power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a mobile phone or MP3 player. The accessory power outlet only works with the vehicle turned on.

The vehicle has an accessory power outlet on the lower center stack below the climate control.

Open the cover to access and replace when not in use.

See Power Outlets 0 115.

Battery and Efficiency

High Voltage Safety Information

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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, or modify these components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering or labels. Do not probe, tamper with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or wiring.

This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12-volt battery.

If the vehicle is in a crash, the sensing system may shut down the high voltage system. When this occurs, the high voltage battery is disconnected and the vehicle will not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will be displayed. Before the vehicle can be operated again, it must be serviced at your dealer.

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Damage to the high voltage battery or high voltage system can create a risk of electric shock, overheating, or fire.

If the vehicle is damaged from a moderate to severe crash, flood, fire, or other event, the vehicle should be inspected as soon as possible. Until the vehicle has been inspected, store it outside at least 15 m (50 ft) from any

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structure or anything that can burn. Ventilate the vehicle by opening a window or a door.

Contact Customer Assistance as soon as possible to determine whether an inspection is needed. See Customer Assistance Offices 0 335.

See Battery - North America 0 265 for important safety information. If an airbag has inflated, see What

Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? 0 76.

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 0 265.

Charging

This section explains the process for charging the high voltage battery. Do not allow the vehicle to remain in temperature extremes for long periods without being driven or plugged in. It is recommended that the vehicle be plugged in when temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F) and above 32 °C (90 °F) to maximize high voltage battery life.

When using a 120-volt AC electrical outlet, it will take approximately 50 hours to charge the vehicle with the 12 amp AC current setting, allowing approximately 6 km (4 mi) for every hour of charging.

When using a 240-volt charging station, it will take approximately

9.5 hours to charge the vehicle with the 32 amp setting, allowing approximately 40 km (25 mi) for every hour of charging.

Charge times will vary based on battery condition, charge level, and outside temperature. See Programmable Charging 0 132 for charge mode selection.

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The charging system may run fans and pumps that result in sounds from the vehicle while it is turned off. Additional unexpected clicking sounds may be caused by the electrical devices used while charging.

The vehicle does not require indoor charging area ventilation before, during, or after charging.

While the charge cord is plugged into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be driven.

Charging Override

A CHARGING OVERRIDE/ INTERRUPTION OCCURRED message may display to indicate that a charging override or interruption has occurred. See Plug-In Charging 0 237 and Programmable Charging 0 132.

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AC Charging

AC Charge Cord Vehicle Plug

Start Charge

A portable charge cord used to charge the vehicle high voltage battery is stored in the rear cargo area.

1. Make sure the vehicle is parked.

2. Push the rearward edge of the charge port door and release to open the door.

In cold weather conditions, ice may form around the charge port door. Remove ice from the area before attempting to open or close the charge port door.

3. Open the liftgate, lift the load floor cover, and remove the charge cord.

4. Plug the charge cord into the electrical outlet. See Electrical

Requirements for Battery Charging 0 253. Verify the

charge cord status. See Charge Cord 0 246. Select the appropriate charge level. See “Charge Limit Selection” under Programmable Charging 0 132.

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7. To arm the charge cord theft alert, lock the vehicle twice with the RKE transmitter. To disarm this feature, see Charging Options 0 142.

End Charge

1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert.

2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the charge cord from the vehicle.

5. Plug in the AC vehicle plug of the charge cord into the charge port on the vehicle. Make sure the AC vehicle plug is fully connected to the AC charge port. If it is not properly seated, the charge may not occur.

6. Verify that the Charging Status Indicator illuminates on top of the instrument panel and an audible chirp occurs. See

Charging Status Feedback

0 241.

Unlock the vehicle plug of the charge cord from the vehicle by pressing the button on the top of the charge cord plug.

3. Close the charge port door by pressing firmly in the center until it latches.

4. Unplug the charge cord from the electrical outlet.

5. Place the charge cord into the storage compartment.

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DC Charging (If Equipped)

DC Charging Station Hardware

Check the charge station DC vehicle plug for compatibility with the DC charge port on this vehicle. When recharging at a DC fast charge station, the power cable connected to the vehicle must be less than 10 m (33 ft) in length.

Follow the steps listed on the charging station to perform a DC vehicle charge.

If for any reason DC charging does not begin or is interrupted, check the DC charge station display for messages. Unplug to restart the DC charge process.

Start Charge

1. Make sure the vehicle is parked.

2. Push the rearward edge of the charge port door and release to open the door.

In cold weather conditions, ice may form around the charge port door. The charge port door

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may not open on the first attempt. Remove ice from the area and repeat attempting to open the charge port door.

3. Unlatch the DC charging dust cover and lower it fully.

4. Plug in the DC vehicle plug into the DC charge port on the vehicle. Make sure that the DC vehicle plug is fully connected to the DC charge port. If it is not properly seated then the charge may not occur. Proper plug connection can be checked by information on the DIC.

5. Follow the steps listed on the charging station to start charging. The Electric Parking Brake will automatically apply once the charge process has been started.

6. Once charging, the DC vehicle plug will be locked to the DC charge port and cannot be disconnected while charging is active.

7. Verify that the Charging Status Indicator illuminates on top of the instrument panel and an audible chirp occurs. See

Charging Status Feedback 0 241.

Caution

Do not attempt to disconnect the DC vehicle plug while charging is active. This action may damage vehicle or charging station hardware.

Stop Charge

Controls on the charging station can be used to stop the charge process at any time.

To stop the charge when inside the vehicle, you may use the stop charging button on the Charging screen. See Programmable Charging 0 132.

There is also an available mobile app with several charging functions. See KeyPass 0 45.

Stop Charge — Automatic

When the vehicle no longer needs to use power from the charging station, it will stop charging and the DC vehicle plug will be unlocked from the DC charge port.

Energy can still be consumed from the charging station when the vehicle’s displays and indicators show that the battery is fully charged. This is to ensure the battery is in optimal temperature operating range to maximize vehicle range. See Programmable Charging 0 132.

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End Charge

1. Wait until the charging process has been fully stopped, the vehicle plug is unlocked, and the Charging Status Indicator is solid green or off.

If the vehicle plug does not unlock from the vehicle charge port after a charge, contact Roadside Assistance for assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 337.

2. Unplug the DC vehicle plug from the DC charge port on the vehicle and close the dust cover.

3. Close the charge port door by pressing firmly in the center until it latches.

4. The Electric Parking Brake should be manually disengaged before driving the vehicle.

5. To start another DC charge, remove the DC vehicle plug and reconnect.

Charge Cord

See Radio Frequency Statement 0 343.

Important Information about Portable Electric Vehicle Charging

Charging 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 (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 may 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

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hot, then have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician.

When outdoors, plug into an electrical outlet that is weatherproof while in use.

Mount the charge cord to reduce strain on the electrical outlet/plug.

Do not place the charge cord in a position where it is expected to be submerged in water.

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Improper use of portable electric vehicle charge cords may cause a fire, electrical shock, or burns, and may result in damage to property, serious injury, or death.

Do not use extension cords, multi-outlet power strips, splitters, grounding adaptors, surge protectors, or similar devices.

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Do not use an electrical outlet that is worn or damaged, or will not hold the plug firmly in place.

Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly grounded.

Do not use an electrical outlet that is on a circuit with other electrical loads.

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Using a charge level that exceeds the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity may start a fire or damage the electrical circuit. Use the lowest charge level until a qualified electrician inspects the electrical circuit capacity. Use the lowest charge level if the electrical circuit or electrical outlet capacity is not known.

Regen on Demand

Charge Cord Status Indicators

See Charge Cord 0 246.

Charge Level Selection

Charge level selection can be made using the Charge Mode tab on the Charging screen on the infotainment display. See “Charge Limit Selection” under Programmable Charging 0 132.

Regenerative Braking

Regenerative braking takes some of the energy from the moving vehicle and turns it back into electrical energy. This energy is then stored in the high voltage battery system, contributing to increased energy efficiency.

This feature is activated using the steering wheel paddle. Regen on Demand slows the vehicle by recapturing energy.

See Regenerative Braking 0 217.

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Service

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Never try to do your own service on high voltage components. You can be injured and the vehicle can be damaged if you try to do your own service work. Service and repair of these high voltage components should only be performed by a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools. See Doing Your Own Service Work 0 257.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

The Traction Control System (TCS) limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is powered up.

The StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 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 TCS, press and release

g, on the center stack.

i illuminates.

To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC, press and hold

g, until i and g come on and

stay on in the instrument cluster.

Press and release both systems.

g to turn on

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See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 218.

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).

The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 201. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.

The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This may be an early indicator that the

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