Chevrolet Bolt EV 2020 Owner's Manual
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . .. . . . . 2
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . .. . . 7
Seats and Restraints . ... . . . . . . . 31
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 81
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 84
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. 128
Infotainment System . ... . . . . . . 135
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Driving and Operating . ... . . . .. 170
Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 300
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 312
Reporting Safety Defects . . .. . . 322
OnStar . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. 326
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . .. 332
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
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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.
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.
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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.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
damage.
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
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
g : First Responder
[ : Forward Collision Alert
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R : Fuse Block Cover Lock
Location
+ : Fuses
_ : High Voltage
j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child
Restraints
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
a : Under Pressure
V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator
] : Vehicle Ready
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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Instrument Panel Overview
Introduction 5
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1. Air Vents 0 167.
2. Turn and Lane-Change Signals
0 132.
IntelliBeam System Button (If
Equipped). See Exterior Lamp
Controls 0 128.
3. Instrument Cluster 0 94.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 118.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 87.
5. Charging Status Feedback
0 218.
Automatic Headlamp System
0 131.
Indicator Light and Solar
Sensor (ILSS). See “Sensors”
under Automatic Climate
Control System 0 163.
6. Infotainment System. See
AM-FM Radio 0 140.
Heated Front Seats 0 35 (If
Equipped).
7. Automatic Climate Control
System 0 163.
8. Storage Compartments 0 81.
9. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive
Unit 0 187.
10. Electric Parking Brake 0 192.
11. Power Outlets 0 90.
12. Hazard Warning Flashers
0 131.
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 194.
Driver Selected Operating
Modes 0 186.
13. Power Button 0 182.
14. Steering Wheel Controls 0 85
(If Equipped).
15. Horn 0 86.
16. Steering Wheel Adjustment
0 85 (Out of View).
17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 85
(If Equipped).
18. Regen on Demand (Out of
View). See Regenerative
Braking 0 194.
19. Cruise Control 0 196.
Heated Steering Wheel 0 86 (If
Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 204 (If Equipped).
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 211
(If Equipped).
20. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
0 255.
21. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Service
Vehicle Soon Light 0 102.
22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 128.
23. Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0 132.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Start . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Door Locks . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . 17
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 19
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 19
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . .. . . . . 20
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . 20
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . 25
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 25
Manual Rearview Mirror .... . . . . 25
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Rear Camera Mirror .... . . . . . . . . 25
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 28
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . 30
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . 21
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . ...... 22
Vehicle Alarm System .... . . . . . 22
Immobilizer .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 22
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 23
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 24
Keys, Doors, and Windows 7
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 injured or killed. They
could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the
vehicle move. The windows will
function with the RKE transmitter
in the vehicle, and children or
others could be caught in the path
of a closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.
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The key that is part of the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can
be used for all locks.
To remove the key, press the button
near the bottom of the transmitter,
and pull the key out. Never pull the
key out without pressing the button.
If it becomes difficult to turn the key,
inspect the key blade for debris.
Periodically, clean the key with a
brush or a pick.
See your dealer if a new key is
needed.
If locked out of the vehicle, see
Roadside Assistance Program
0 316.
With an active OnStar or connected
service plan, an OnStar Advisor
may remotely unlock the vehicle.
See OnStar Overview 0 326.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 322.
If there is a decrease in the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) operating
range:
.
Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle.
.
Check the location. Other
vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
.
Check the transmitter's battery.
See “Battery Replacement” later
in this section.
.
If the transmitter is still not
working correctly, see your
dealer or a qualified technician
for service.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
The Keyless Access system allows
for vehicle entry when the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless
Access Operation” following.
The transmitter functions may work
up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the
vehicle.
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Other conditions can impact the
performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 0 8.
If the passenger door is open when
Q is pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing
system. See Vehicle Alarm System
0 22.
Q may also arm the alarm
K : Press to unlock the driver door.
Press unlock again within
five seconds to unlock all doors.
The RKE transmitter can be
programmed to unlock all doors on
the first button press. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 121.
The turn signal indicators may flash
to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 121.
Pressing
Q : Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash
and/or the horn may sound on the
second press to indicate locking.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 121.
If the driver door is open when
pressed, all doors will lock and the
driver door will immediately unlock,
if enabled. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 121.
Q is
system. See Vehicle Alarm System
0 22.
7 : Press and release one time to
initiate vehicle locator. The exterior
lamps flash and the horn chirps
three times.
Press and hold
three seconds to sound the panic
alarm. The horn sounds and the
K will disarm the alarm
7 for at least
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turn signals flash for about
30 seconds or until
again or the vehicle is started.
7 is pressed
/ : Press and release Q and then
immediately press and hold
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 15.
Keyless Access Operation
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 liftgate or door being opened.
If the vehicle has this feature, there
will be a button on both outside front
door handles.
Keyless Access can be
programmed to unlock all doors on
the first unlock/lock button press
from the driver door. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 121.
/ for at
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Keyless Unlocking/Locking
from the Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of
the driver door handle, pressing the
lock/unlock button on the driver door
handle will unlock the driver door.
If the lock/unlock button is pressed
again within five seconds, all
passenger doors will unlock. Pull
the door handle to unlatch the door.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will
cause all doors to lock if any of the
following occur:
It has been more than
five seconds since the first lock/
unlock button press.
.
Two lock/unlock button presses
were used to unlock all doors.
.
Any vehicle door has opened
and all doors are now closed.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 121.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking
from Passenger Doors
When the doors are locked and the
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft)
of 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 if any of the
following occur:
.
The lock/unlock button was used
to unlock all doors.
.
Any vehicle door has opened
and all doors are now closed.
Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking
of Exterior Door Handles and
Liftgate
If equipped, keyless unlocking of the
exterior door handles and liftgate
can be disabled and enabled.
Disabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold
Q and K on the RKE transmitter at
the same time for approximately
three seconds. The turn signal
lamps will flash four times quickly to
indicate access is disabled. Using
any exterior handle to unlock the
doors or open the liftgate will cause
the turn signal lamps to flash four
times quickly, indicating access is
disabled. If disabled, disarm the
alarm system before starting the
vehicle.
Enabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold
Q and K on the RKE transmitter at
the same time for approximately
three seconds. The turn signal
lamps will flash twice quickly to
indicate access is enabled.
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Passive Locking
The Keyless Access system will
lock the vehicle several seconds
after all doors are closed, if the
vehicle is off and at least one RKE
transmitter has been removed from
the interior or none remain in the
interior.
If other electronic devices interfere
with the RKE transmitter signal, the
vehicle may not detect the RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the
doors may lock with the RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle. Do
not leave the RKE transmitter in an
unattended vehicle.
To customize doors to automatically
lock when exiting the vehicle, see
Vehicle Personalization 0 121.
Temporary Disable of Passive
Locking
Temporarily disable passive locking
by pressing and holding
interior door switch with a door open
for at least four seconds, or until
three chimes are heard. Passive
K on the
locking will then remain disabled
until
Q on the interior door is
pressed, or until the vehicle is
started.
Remote Left In Vehicle Alert
When the vehicle is turned off and
an RKE transmitter is left in the
vehicle, the horn will chirp three
times after all doors are closed.
To turn on or off see Vehicle
Personalization 0 121.
Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on with a door open,
and then all doors are closed, the
vehicle will check for RKE
transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is not detected, the
Driver Information Center (DIC) will
display NO REMOTE DETECTED
and the horn will chirp three times.
This occurs only once each time the
vehicle is driven.
See Vehicle Personalization 0 121.
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Keyless Liftgate Opening
Press the touch pad on the
underside of the liftgate glass and
lift up to open if the RKE transmitter
is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors are
locked. If the doors are unlocked,
the transmitter is not required to
open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 21.
Key Access
To access a vehicle with a weak
transmitter battery, see Door Locks
0 17.
Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed
to the vehicle will work. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer.
The vehicle can be reprogrammed
so that lost or stolen transmitters no
longer work. Any remaining
transmitters will need to be
reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
have up to eight transmitters
matched to it.
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Programming with Two
Recognized Transmitters
A new transmitter can be
programmed to the vehicle when
there are two recognized
transmitters. To program, the vehicle
must be off and all of the
transmitters, both currently
recognized and new, must be
with you.
1. Open the center console and
take out the small tray,
if equipped. Place the two
recognized transmitters in the
backup location with the
buttons facing down.
2. Remove the key lock cylinder
cover on the driver door
handle. See Door Locks 0 17.
Insert the vehicle key of the
new transmitter into the key
lock cylinder on the driver door
handle and turn the key to the
unlock position five times within
10 seconds.
The DIC displays READY FOR
REMOTE # 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8.
3. Place the transmitter to be
programmed in the backup
location with the buttons
facing down.
4. Press POWER
vehicle. When the transmitter is
learned, the DIC will show that
it is ready to program the next
transmitter.
5. Remove the transmitter from
the backup location and press
K or Q.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.
O to start the
When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold POWER
to exit programming mode.
6. Put the key back into the RKE
transmitter.
7. Replace the key lock cylinder
cap. See Door Locks 0 17.
Programming without Two
Recognized Transmitters
If two currently recognized
transmitters are not available, follow
this procedure to program up to
eight transmitters. This feature is
not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle
must be off and all of the
transmitters to be programmed must
be with you.
1. Remove the key lock cylinder
cover on the driver door
handle. See Door Locks 0 17.
Insert the vehicle key of the
transmitter into the key lock
cylinder on the driver door
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handle and turn the key to the
unlock position five times within
10 seconds.
The DIC displays REMOTE
LEARN PENDING,
PLEASE WAIT.
2. Wait for 10 minutes until the
DIC displays PRESS ENGINE
START BUTTON TO LEARN
and then press POWER
The DIC will again show
REMOTE LEARN PENDING,
PLEASE WAIT.
3. Repeat Step 2 two additional
times. After the third time, all
previously known transmitters
will no longer work with the
vehicle. Remaining transmitters
can be relearned during the
next steps.
The DIC should now show
READY FOR REMOTE # 1.
O.
4. Open the center console and
take out the small tray,
if equipped. Place the
transmitter in the backup
location with the buttons
facing down.
5. Press POWER
vehicle. When the transmitter is
learned, the DIC will show that
it is ready to program the next
transmitter.
O to start the
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6. Remove the transmitter from
the backup location and press
K or Q.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold POWER
to exit programming mode.
7. Put the key back into the RKE
transmitter.
8. Replace the key lock cylinder
cap. See Door Locks 0 17.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery
While trying to start the vehicle,
if the transmitter battery is weak or if
there is interference with the signal,
the DIC may display NO REMOTE
DETECTED or USE
TRANSMITTER POCKET TO
START. The DIC may also display
REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY.
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To start the vehicle:
1. Open the center console and
take out the small tray,
if equipped. Place the
transmitter in the backup
location with the buttons
facing down.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or
N (Neutral), press the brake
pedal and press POWER
Replace the transmitter battery
as soon as possible.
O.
Battery Replacement
Warning
{
Never allow children to play with
the RKE transmitter. The
transmitter contains a small
battery, which can be a choking
hazard. If swallowed, internal
burns can occur, resulting in
severe injury or death. Seek
medical attention immediately if a
battery is swallowed.
Warning
{
To avoid personal injury, do not
touch metal surfaces on the RKE
transmitter when it has been
exposed to extreme heat. These
surfaces can be hot to the touch
at temperatures above 59 °C
(138 °F).
Caution
When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the
transmitter.
Caution
Always replace the battery with
the correct type. Replacing the
battery with an incorrect type
could potentially create a risk of
battery explosion. Dispose of
used batteries according to
instructions and local laws. Do
not attempt to burn, crush, or cut
the used battery, and avoid
exposing the battery to
environments with extremely low
air pressures or high
temperatures.
Replace the battery if the DIC
displays REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY.
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The battery is not rechargeable. To
replace the battery:
1. Press the button on the side of
the transmitter near the bottom
and pull the key out. Never pull
the key out without pressing
the button.
2. Separate the two halves of the
transmitter using a flat tool
inserted into the area near the
key slot.
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3. Remove the battery by pushing
on the battery and sliding it
toward the bottom of the
transmitter.
4. Insert the new battery, positive
side facing the back cover.
Push the battery down until it is
held in place. Replace with a
CR2032 or equivalent battery.
5. Snap the battery cover back on
to the transmitter.
6. Reinsert key into the
transmitter.
Remote Start
This feature starts the heating or air
conditioning systems and the rear
window defogger from outside 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.
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/ : This button is on the RKE
transmitter.
The climate control system will use
the previous settings during a
remote start. The rear defog may
come on during remote start based
on cold ambient conditions. The
rear defog indicator light does not
come on during a remote start.
Laws in some local communities
may restrict the use of remote
starters. For example, some laws
require a person using remote start
to have the vehicle in view. Check
local regulations for any
requirements.
If the vehicle is low on energy, do
not use the remote start feature.
The vehicle may run out of energy.
The RKE transmitter range may be
less while the vehicle is running.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 0 8.
Remote Starting the Vehicle
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.
3. After entering the vehicle
during a remote start, press
POWER
pedal applied to start the
vehicle and operate as normal.
Remote start will automatically shut
off after 20 minutes unless a time
extension is done.
When the vehicle starts, the parking
lamps will turn on. Remote start run
time can be extended.
O with the brake
Extending Vehicle Run Time
The vehicle run time can also be
extended by another 20 minutes,
if after 30 seconds and during the
first 20 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are
repeated while the vehicle is
running. This provides a total of
40 minutes.
Q on the
/
The remote start can only be
extended once.
A maximum of two remote starts,
or a single start with an extension,
are allowed between ignition cycles
using POWER
For additional remote starts, turn the
vehicle on with the transmitter in the
vehicle.
O.
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.
/ until the
O with the brake
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Conditions in Which Remote
Door Locks
Start Will Not Work
The remote vehicle start feature will
not operate if:
.
The RKE transmitter is in the
vehicle.
.
The ignition is on.
.
The hood is not closed.
.
The hazard warning flashers
are on.
.
The electric drive unit coolant
temperature is too high.
.
Two remote vehicle starts, or a
single remote start with an
extension, have already
been used.
.
The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Unlocked doors can be
dangerous.
.
.
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Passengers, especially
children, can easily open
the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. The doors
can be unlocked and
opened while the vehicle is
moving. The chance of
being thrown out of the
vehicle in a crash is
increased if the doors are
not locked. So, all
passengers should wear
seat belts properly and the
doors should be locked
whenever the vehicle is
driven.
Young children who get into
unlocked vehicles may be
unable to get out. A child
can be overcome by
extreme heat and can suffer
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Warning (Continued)
permanent injuries or even
death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle
whenever leaving it.
.
Outsiders can easily enter
through an unlocked door
when you slow down or stop
the vehicle. Locking the
doors can help prevent this
from happening.
To lock or unlock the doors from
outside the vehicle:
.
Use the key in the driver door to
lock and unlock the door without
the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. The key cylinder is
covered with a cap. See “Driver
Door Key Lock Cylinder Access
(In Case of Dead Battery)” later
in this section.
.
Press
Q or K on the RKE
transmitter to lock and unlock
the doors.
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Access Operation” in Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 8.
Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder
Access (In Case of Dead
Battery)
To lock or unlock the doors from
inside the vehicle:
.
Press
Q or K on the power door
lock switch.
.
Pull the door handle. Pulling an
interior door handle will unlock
the door. Pulling the door handle
again unlatches it.
Keyless Access
The RKE transmitter must be within
1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being
opened. Press the button on the
door handle to open. See “Keyless
To access the driver door key lock
cylinder:
1. Insert the key into the slot on
the bottom of the cap.
2. Lift the key upward to remove
the cap.
3. Insert the key into the cylinder
and turn to unlock.
To replace the cap:
1. Position the bottom edge of the
cap under the lower edge of
the metal piece (2). The
tabs (3) attach to the metal
piece (2) at the positions (1).
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Power Door Locks
2. Rotate the cap upward and
install into place.
3. Check that the cap is secure.
Free-Turning Locks
The door key lock cylinder turns
freely when either the wrong key is
used, or the correct key is not fully
inserted. The free-turning door lock
feature prevents the lock from being
forced open. To reset the lock, turn
it to the vertical position with the
correct key fully inserted. Remove
the key and insert it again. If this
does not reset the lock, turn the key
halfway around in the cylinder and
repeat the reset procedure.
K : Press to unlock the doors.
Q : Press to lock the doors.
Locking and unlocking the doors will
also unlock the liftgate. See Liftgate
0 21.
Delayed Locking
This feature delays the actual
locking of the doors until
five seconds after all doors are
closed.
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Delayed locking can only be turned
on when the Unlocked Door Anti
Lockout feature has been turned off.
Press
Q on the power door lock
switch with the door open.
The doors will then lock
automatically five seconds after all
doors are closed. If a door is
reopened before five seconds have
elapsed, the five-second timer will
reset once all the doors are closed
again.
Press
Q on the door lock switch
again or press
transmitter to override this feature
and lock the doors immediately.
Delayed locking can be
programmed. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 121.
Q on the RKE
Automatic Door Locks
The doors will lock automatically
when all doors are closed, the
vehicle is on, and the shift lever is
out of P (Park).
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If a vehicle door is unlocked and
then opened and closed, the doors
will lock either when your foot is
removed from the brake or the
vehicle speed becomes faster than
13 km/h (8 mph).
To unlock the doors:
.
Press
K on a door.
.
Shift the vehicle into P (Park).
Automatic door unlocking can be
programmed. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 121.
Lockout Protection
If the vehicle is on or in Service
Mode and the power door lock
switch is pressed with the driver
door open, all the doors will lock
and only the driver door will unlock.
If the vehicle is off and locking is
requested while a door is open,
when all doors are closed the
vehicle will check for RKE
transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is detected and the
number of RKE transmitters inside
has 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
power door lock switch.
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 unlock. The
Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature
can be turned on or off. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 121.
Safety Locks
Q on the
If equipped, the safety lock is on the
inside edge of the rear doors. To
use the safety lock:
1. Move the lever forward to the
lock position.
2. Close the door.
3. Do the same for the other
rear door.
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To open a rear door when the safety
lock is on:
1. Unlock the door by using the
inside handle, the power door
lock switch, or the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter.
2. Open the door from the
outside.
When the safety lock is enabled,
adults and older children will not be
able to open the rear door from the
inside. Cancel the safety locks to
enable the doors to open from the
inside.
To cancel the safety lock:
1. Unlock the door and open it
from the outside.
2. Move the lever rearward to
unlock. Do the same for the
other door.
Doors
Liftgate
To avoid damage to the liftgate or
liftgate glass, make sure the area
above and behind the liftgate is
clear before opening it.
To lock or unlock the liftgate from
the outside, press
RKE transmitter.
Caution
Q or K on the
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To lock or unlock the liftgate from
the inside, press
To open the liftgate, press the touch
pad and lift up.
When closing the liftgate, use the
pull cup.
Keyless Liftgate Opening
Press the touch pad on the
underside of the liftgate glass and
lift up to open if the RKE transmitter
is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors are
locked. If the doors are unlocked,
the transmitter is not required to
open the liftgate.
Q or K.
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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. Close the liftgate, then turn off
the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of
three ways:
.
Use the RKE transmitter.
.
Use the Keyless Access
system.
.
With a door open, press the
inside
Q.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm
system will arm. Pressing
the RKE transmitter a second
time will bypass the 30-second
delay and immediately arm the
alarm system.
Q on
The vehicle alarm system will not
arm if the doors are locked with
the key.
If the driver door is opened without
first unlocking with the RKE
transmitter, the horn will chirp and
the lights will flash to indicate
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not
started, or the door is not unlocked
by pressing
transmitter during the 10-second
pre-alarm, the alarm will be
activated.
If a door or the liftgate is opened
without first disarming the system,
the turn signals will flash and the
horn will sound for about
30 seconds. The alarm system will
then re-arm to monitor for the next
unauthorized event.
K on the RKE
Disarming the System
Do one of the following to disarm
the alarm system or turn off the
alarm if it has been activated:
.
Press
K on the RKE transmitter.
.
Unlock the vehicle using the
Keyless Access system.
.
Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by
accident:
.
Lock the vehicle after all
occupants have left the vehicle.
.
Always unlock a door with the
RKE transmitter.
Unlocking the driver door with the
key will not disarm the system or
turn off the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper
Condition
If K is pressed on the RKE
transmitter and the horn chirps and
the lights flash three times, an alarm
occurred previously while the alarm
system was armed.
If the alarm has been activated, a
message will appear on the DIC.
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement
0 322.
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Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive
theft-deterrent system.
The system does not have to be
manually armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically
immobilized when the transmitter
leaves the vehicle.
The immobilization system is
disarmed when POWER
pressed and a valid transmitter is
found in the vehicle.
The security light on the instrument
cluster comes on when there is a
problem with arming or disarming
the theft-deterrent system.
O is
The system has one or more
transmitters matched to an
immobilizer control unit in the
vehicle. Only a correctly matched
transmitter will start the vehicle.
If the transmitter is damaged, you
may not be able to start the vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light comes on briefly when
the vehicle is turned on.
If the vehicle does not start and the
security light stays on, there is a
problem with the system. Turn the
vehicle off and try again.
If the RKE transmitter appears to be
undamaged, try another transmitter,
or place the transmitter in the
transmitter pocket.
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See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery” under Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 8.
If the vehicle does not start with the
other transmitter or with the
transmitter placed in the transmitter
pocket, the vehicle needs service.
See your dealer who can service
the theft-deterrent system and have
a new transmitter programmed to
the vehicle.
Do not leave the transmitter or
device that disarms or deactivates
the theft-deterrent system in the
vehicle.
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Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
Warning
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A convex mirror can make things,
like other vehicles, look farther
away than they really are. If you
cut too sharply into the right lane,
you could hit a vehicle on the
right. Check the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex
shaped. A convex mirror's surface is
curved so more can be seen from
the driver seat.
Power Mirrors
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Press
2. Press the arrows on the control
3. Press
} or | to choose the
driver or passenger mirror. An
indicator will show the selected
mirror.
pad to move each mirror in the
desired position.
} or | again to
deselect the mirror.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
The vehicle has manual folding
mirrors. These mirrors can be folded
inward to prevent damage when
going through an automatic car
wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward
the vehicle. Push the mirror outward
to return it to the original position.
Turn Signal Indicator
The vehicle may have a turn signal
indicator lamp built into the mirror
housing. The turn signal lamp
flashes when the turn signals or
hazard flashers are used.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
The vehicle may have LCA. See
Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 209.
Side Blind Zone Alert
The vehicle may have Side Blind
Zone Alert. See Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA) 0 209.
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Heated Mirrors
The rear 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 0 163.
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
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.
Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming
mirror provides a wide angle camera
view of the area behind the vehicle.
Pull the tab to turn on the display.
Push the tab to turn it off. When off,
the mirror is automatic dimming.
Adjust the mirror for a clear view of
the area behind the vehicle while
the display is off.
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The adjustment options are:
Press V to scroll through the
adjustment options.
t and u to adjust the
Press
settings using the indicators on the
mirror. The indicators will remain
visible for five seconds after the last
button activation, and the settings
will remain saved.
.
Brightness
.
Tilt
.
Zoom
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Warning
{
The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM)
has a limited view. Portions of the
road, vehicles, and other objects
may not be seen. Do not drive or
park the vehicle using only this
camera. Objects may appear
closer than they are. Check the
outside mirrors or glance over
your shoulder when making lane
changes or merging. Failure to
use proper care may result in
injury, death, or vehicle damage.
See your dealer for service if a blue
screen and
mirror, and the display shuts off.
Also, push the tab as indicated to
return to the automatic
dimming mode.
The Rear Camera Mirror may not
work properly or display a clear
image if:
.
There is glare from the sun or
headlamps. This may obstruct
objects from view. If needed,
push the tab to turn off the
display.
3 are displayed in the
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.
Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks
the camera lens. Clean the lens
with a soft damp cloth.
.
The camera’s mounting on the
vehicle has been damaged, and/
or the position or the mounting
angle of the camera has
changed.
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Windows
Warning
{
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows
closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the
extreme heat and suffer
permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve electric range
performance. This may result in a
pulsing sound when either rear
window is down and the front
windows are up. To reduce the
sound, open a front window.
Power Windows
Warning
{
Leaving children in a vehicle with
the RKE transmitter is dangerous
for many reasons; children or
others could be badly injured or
even killed. They could operate
the power windows or other
controls or even make the vehicle
move. The windows will function
with the RKE transmitter in the
vehicle and they could be
seriously injured or killed if caught
in the path of a closing window.
Do not leave the RKE transmitter
in a vehicle with children.
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When there are children in the
rear seat, use the window lockout
switch to prevent unintentional
operation of the windows.
Press the switch to open the
window. Pull the front of the switch
up to close it.
The window switches on the driver
door control all windows.
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The power windows only operate
with the vehicle on or in Service
Mode, or when Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active.
Express Window Operation
The driver window has an express
feature which allows the window to
be lowered or raised without holding
the switch. To automatically raise or
lower the window, pull the driver
window switch up or press it down
all the way and release. Stop the
window by pressing or pulling the
switch in the same direction a
second time, or by briefly operating
the switch to the first position in
either direction. The front and rear
passenger windows have express
open only.
Safety Function
This is for vehicles with the
express-up feature. If any object is
in the path of the window when the
express-up feature is active, the
window will stop and auto-reverse to
a preset position. Weather
conditions may cause the window to
auto-reverse. The window switch
may be held up to the second
position to close the window. The
window will return to normal
operation once the obstruction or
condition is removed.
Safety Function Override
This is for vehicles with the
express-up feature. If the battery on
the vehicle has been recharged or
disconnected, or is not working, the
windows will need to be
reprogrammed for the express-up
feature to work. Before
reprogramming, replace or recharge
the vehicle's battery.
To program the driver window:
1. Close all doors with the vehicle
on or in Service Mode.
2. Press and hold the power
window switch until the window
is fully open.
3. Pull the power window switch
up until the window is fully
closed.
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4. Continue holding the switch up
for approximately two seconds
after the window is completely
closed.
Window Lockout
This feature prevents the rear
passenger windows from operating,
except from the driver position.
Press 2 on the driver door to
activate the window lockout. The
indicator light in the switch will
illuminate when activated.
Press
2 again to deactivate the
window lockout.
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