Chevrolet Cobalt 2010 Owner's Manual
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Owner Manual M
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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. 1-14
Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 1-18
Seats and Restraint System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . 2-1
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . 2-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . 2-10
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 2-31
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 2-53
Restraint System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74
Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ 3-1
Keys . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . 3-3
Doors and Locks . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... 3-8
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . 3-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 3-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3-20
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . 3-37
Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... 3-39
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . 3-40
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-3
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 4-14
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . .. . . . 4-18
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 4-38
Audio System(s) . .... . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 4-52
Driving Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Towing . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 5-30
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt Owner Manual M
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Service and Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . 6-4
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6-6
Checking Things Under the Hood . .... . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 6-46
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . 6-49
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . ........ . . 6-56
Tires . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 6-115
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . 6-123
Electrical System . .... . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 6-124
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 6-131
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . 7-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 7-2
Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Customer Assistance and Information . ... . . . .. . . . 8-2
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... 8-15
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
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CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and
the name COBALT are registered trademarks of
General Motors.
This manual describes features that may or may
not be on your specific vehicle either because they
are options that you did not purchase or due to changes
subsequent to the printing of this owner manual.
Please refer to the purchase documentation relating
to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features
found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada,
substitute the name “General Motors of Canada
Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it
appears in this manual.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
Canadian Owners
Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language copy of this manual can be obtained
from your dealer/retailer or from:
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français
auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:
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P.O. Box 07130
Detroit, MI 48207
1-800-551-4123
Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française
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Index
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.
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Safety Warnings and Symbols
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Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this
manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or
reduce them.
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk
which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result
in injury or death.
WARNING:
{
These mean there is something that could hurt
you or other people.
Notice: This means there is something that could
result in property or vehicle damage. This would not
be covered by the vehicle's warranty.
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.”
Vehicle 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 : This symbol is shown when you need to see your
owner manual for additional instructions or information.
* : This symbol is shown when you need to see a
service manual for additional instructions or information.
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Vehicle Symbol Chart
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Here are some additional symbols that may be found on
the vehicle and what they mean. For more information
on the symbol, refer to the index.
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
# : Air Conditioning
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar
®
$ : Brake System Warning Light
" : Charging System
I : Cruise Control
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
# : Fog Lamps
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
i : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
j : LATCH System Child Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
} : Power
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
F : Traction Control
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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2 NOTES
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Section 1 In Brief
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Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........ .. 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . .. . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Door Locks . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 1-5
Trunk Release . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-6
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Seat Adjustment . .... . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 1-6
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 1-9
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag . . .. . . . . . . 1-9
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . 1-10
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . 1-11
Interior Lighting . .... . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... . . . . 1-11
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . ... . 1-14
Satellite Radio . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Portable Audio Devices (Auxiliary Input or
USB Port) . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 1-16
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Bluetooth
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 1-17
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-18
Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Traction Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-18
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Engine Oil Life System . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-20
Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 1-21
®
OnStar
. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . 1-21
1-1
Instrument Panel
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1-2
A. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑16.
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B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4‑4.
C. Cruise Control
on page 4‑6
(If Equipped).
Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑38.
D. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑19.
E. Audio Steering Wheel Controls
on page 4‑84
(If Equipped).
F. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4‑3.
G. Windshield Wipers
on page 4‑5
and Windshield
Washer on page 4‑6.
H. Audio System(s) on page 4‑52.
I. Fog Lamps
on page 4‑10
(If Equipped).
J. Trunk Release. See Trunk on page 3‑12.
K. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑11.
L. Horn on page 4‑3.
M. Traction Control System (TCS)
(If Equipped). Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
page 5‑6
(If Equipped).
on page 5‑9
on
N. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). See Ashtray(s) and
Cigarette Lighter on page 4‑13.
O. Shift Lever (Manual Shown). See Manual
Transmission Operation
on page 3‑28
and
Automatic Transmission Operation on page 3‑26.
P. Climate Control System on page 4‑14.
Q. Heated Seats
on page 2‑4
(If Equipped).
R. Glove Box on page 3‑39.
1-3
Initial Drive Information
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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 manual.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and
unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away
from the vehicle.
Press K to unlock the
driver door. Press again
within five seconds to
unlock all remaining
doors.
Q to lock all doors.
Press
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.
Press and hold
open the trunk.
Press
L and release to locate the vehicle.
L and hold for more than two seconds to sound
Press
the panic alarm.
L again to cancel the panic alarm.
Press
See Keys
(RKE) System Operation on page 3‑4.
V for approximately one second to
on page 3‑3
and Remote Keyless Entry
Remote Vehicle Start
With this feature the engine can be started from outside
of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press
3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and
Q.
hold
/ until the turn signal lamps flash.
1-4
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn
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on and remain on as long as the engine is running.
The doors will be locked and the climate control system
may come on.
The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat
the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start
can be extended only once.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start:
.
Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press
and hold
.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.
Turn the ignition on and then back off.
/ until the parking lamps turn off.
See Remote Vehicle Start on page 3‑6.
Door Locks
To lock the driver door from outside the vehicle, turn the
key clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to unlock.
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can also
be used to lock or unlock the doors.
From the inside, use the manual lock knobs on each
door or use the power door locks.
Power Door Locks
This vehicle may have
power door locks.
The controls are located
on the driver and front
passenger door armrests.
K : Press to unlock the doors.
Q : Press to lock the doors.
For more information see:
.
Door Locks on page 3‑8.
.
Power Door Locks on page 3‑9.
.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
on page 3‑4
.
1-5
Trunk Release
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In addition to the trunk release button on the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, the trunk can be
opened from inside the vehicle by pressing the remote
trunk release button. This button is located inside the
driver storage compartment, on the left side of the
instrument panel.
See Trunk on page 3‑12.
Windows
Power Windows
For vehicles with power
windows, the switches
on the driver door armrest
control each window.
The switch on each
passenger door controls
only that doors window.
Sedan Shown, Coupe
Similar
Press the front of the switch to open the window and
pull the switch up to close it.
See Power Windows on page 3‑15.
Seat Adjustment
Manual Seats
1. Lift the bar to unlock
the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the
desired position and
release the bar.
Try to move the seat to be sure it is locked in place.
See Manual Seats on page 2‑2.
1-6
Seat Height Adjuster
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Reclining Seatbacks
To raise or lower the driver seat, move the lever upward
or downward repeatedly until the seat is at the desired
height.
See Seat Height Adjuster on page 2‑3.
To recline the seatback, do the following:
1. Lift the recline lever.
2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then
release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is
locked.
See Reclining Seatbacks on page 2‑4.
1-7
Manual Lumbar
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If equipped, the lumbar
knob is located on
the front of the driver
seat lower cushion.
Turn it clockwise or
counterclockwise to
increase or decrease
the lumbar support.
See Manual Lumbar on page 2‑3.
Heated Seats
This vehicle may have
heated front seats.
The switches are located
on the instrument panel
above the climate control
system.
Driver's Switch shown
Press the side of the switch with the double indicator
lights to turn the seat to the highest setting.
Press the side of the switch with the single indicator
light to turn the seat to the lowest setting.
Return the switch to the center to turn off the
heated seat.
See Heated Seats on page 2‑4.
Head Restraint Adjustment
Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants
are installed and adjusted properly.
See Head Restraints on page 2‑7.
1-8
Safety Belt
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Refer to the following sections for important information
on how to use safety belts properly.
.
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2‑10.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 2‑15.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2‑24.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
on page 2‑41
.
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag
The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will turn off
the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain
conditions. The driver airbags and roof‐rail airbags are
not affected by this.
If the vehicle has a passenger sensing system, the
passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the
instrument panel when the vehicle is started.
United States Canada
See Passenger Sensing System (Without Turbo Engine)
on page 2‑62
Turbo Engine)
or Passenger Sensing System (With
on page 2‑67
for important information.
1-9
Mirror Adjustment
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Exterior Mirrors
Controls for the outside
power mirrors are located
on the driver door
armrest.
1. Use the selector switch located below the four-way
control pad to choose either the left or right outside
mirror.
2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control
pad to move the mirror to the desired direction.
3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the
vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.
Keep the selector switch in the center position when not
adjusting either outside mirror.
Manually fold the mirrors 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.
Interior Mirror
Hold the inside rearview mirror in the center to move it
for a clearer view of behind the vehicle. Adjust the
mirror to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind.
Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for
nighttime use. See Manual Rearview Mirror
page 3‑37
.
on
1-10
Steering Wheel Adjustment
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The tilt wheel lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down into a
comfortable position.
3. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in
place.
See Tilt Wheel on page 4‑3.
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamp
The vehicle may have a dome lamp.
Move the lever near the dome lamp to the following
positions:
9: Turns the lamp off, even when a door is opened.
1: Turns the lamp on whenever a door is opened.
+: Turns the dome lamp on.
Mirror Reading Lamp
The vehicle may have reading lamps on the rearview
mirror. Press the button near each lamp to turn the
reading lamps on and off.
For more information on interior lighting, see:
.
Entry/Exit Lighting on page 4‑11.
.
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4‑11.
1-11
Exterior Lighting
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The lever is on the left side of the steering column.
2: Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, and
taillamps.
;: Turns on the parking lamps and taillamps only.
AUTO: Automatically turns on the Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) during daytime, and the headlamps,
parking lamps, and taillamps at night.
P: When operating in AUTO, a momentary turn of the
switch to Off/On will turn the Automatic Headlamp
System off or back on. For vehicles first sold in Canada,
the automatic transmission must be in P (Park) or the
manual transmission must have the park brake set,
before the Automatic Headlamp System can be
turned off.
For more information, see:
.
Headlamps on page 4‑9.
.
Fog Lamps on page 4‑10.
.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 4‑10.
.
Headlamps on Reminder on page 4‑10.
.
Wiper Activated Headlamps on page 4‑10.
1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer
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The windshield wiper lever is located on the right side of
the steering column.
9: Turns the wipers off.
&: Turn this band for intermittent or speed sensitive
operation. As vehicle speed increases or decreases, the
wiper interval also increases or decreases.
x: Delays wiping cycle. Turn the band up for more
frequent wipes.
6: Slow wipes.
1: Fast wipes.
8: Use for a single wiping cycle.
Windshield Washer: Press the button at the end of the
lever until the washers begin.
See Windshield Wipers
Washer on page 4‑6.
on page 4‑5
and Windshield
Climate Controls
The vehicle's heating, cooling, and ventilation can be
controlled with this system.
Vehicles with Air Conditioning shown, without Air
A. Air Delivery Mode
Control
B. Fan Control
C. Temperature Control
Conditioning similar
D. Air Conditioning
E. Rear Window Defogger
F. Recirculation
See Climate Control System on page 4‑14.
1-13
Vehicle Features
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Radio(s)
Radio with CD (MP3) and USB Port shown
O : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to
increase or decrease the volume.
BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™,
if equipped.
f : Select radio stations.
© ¨ : Seek or scan stations.
4 : Press 4 to display additional text information related
to the current FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3,
WMA song. Song title information will be displayed on
the top line of the display while the artist information
will be displayed on the bottom line, it the information
is available during XM, CD, MP3, or WMA playback.
When information is not available, “No Info” displays.
For more information about these and other radio
features, see Radio(s) on page 4‑55.
Storing a Favorite Station
Depending on which radio the vehicle has, radio
stations are stored as either favorites or presets.
For radios with a FAV button, a maximum of 36 stations
can be stored as favorites using the six softkeys located
below the radio station frequency tabs and by using
the radio FAV button. Press FAV to go through up to
six pages of favorites, each having six favorite stations
available per page. Each page of favorites can contain
any combination of AM, FM, or XM stations.
For radios without a FAV button, up to 18 stations
(six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed
on the six numbered buttons.
For more information, see Radio(s) on page 4‑55.
1-14
Setting the Clock
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To set the time and date for the Radio with CD (MP3)
and USB port or the Radio with CD (MP3) player:
1. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or
ON/RUN.
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press the softkey located below any one of the
5. Increase or decrease the time or date by
For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your
specific audio system, see Setting the Clock
page 4‑53
O to turn the radio on.
H and the HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY
(hour, minute, month, day, and year) displays.
tabs that you want to change.
turning
f clockwise or counterclockwise.
on
.
Satellite Radio
XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the
48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian
provinces. XM 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 XM service.
For more information, refer to:
.
www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.)
.
www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada)
See “XM Satellite Radio Service” under Radio(s)
page 4‑55
.
on
1-15
Portable Audio Devices
Information Provided by:
(Auxiliary Input or USB Port)
This vehicle may have an auxiliary input jack and
a USB port, located on the audio faceplate. External
devices such as iPods
players, CD changers, USB storage devices, etc. can
be connected to the auxiliary input jack using a 3.5 mm
(1/8 in) cable or the USB port depending on the audio
system.
Press the CD/AUX button to play audio from the
portable player.
See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” and “Using the
USB Port” under Radio(s) on page 4‑55.
®
, laptop computers, MP3
Steering Wheel Controls
If equipped, some audio
controls can be adjusted
using the controls on the
right side of the steering
wheel.
e + / e − : Increases or decreases volume.
w / x : Press to change radio stations, select tracks
on a CD, or to select tracks and navigate folders on an
®
iPod
or USB device.
b g : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press
again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer than
two seconds to interact with the OnStar
systems.
c : Press to reject an incoming call, or to end a call.
For more information, see Audio Steering Wheel
Controls on page 4‑84.
®
or Bluetooth
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Bluetooth
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®
For vehicles with an in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it
allows users with a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to
make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle’s
audio system and controls.
The Bluetooth enabled cell 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.
For more information visit www.gm.com/bluetooth.
For more information, see Bluetooth
®
on page 4‑73.
Cruise Control
The cruise control buttons
are located on the left
side of the steering wheel.
J: On/Off.
RES+: Press to resume or accelerate speed.
SET−: Press to set or decrease speed.
For more information, see Cruise Control on page 4‑6.
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Power Outlets
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Accessory power outlets can be used to connect
electrical equipment, such as a cellular phone.
The accessory power outlet is located in the center
console, rearward of the shift lever.
To use the accessory power outlet, remove the cover.
See Accessory Power Outlet(s)
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter
(If Equipped).
on page 4‑12
on page 4‑13
and
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control System (TCS)
The traction control system limits wheel spin.
The system turns on automatically every time the
vehicle is started.
.
To turn off traction control, press and release d on
the instrument panel.
appropriate DIC message displays. See DIC
Warnings and Messages on page 4‑40.
.
Press and release the button again to turn on
traction control.
For more information, see Traction Control System
(TCS) on page 5‑9.
F illuminates and the
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The Electronic Stability Control system assists with
directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving
conditions. The system turns on automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
.
To turn off both traction control and Electronic
Stability Control, press and hold
F illuminates and the appropriate DIC message
displays. See DIC Warnings and Messages
page 4‑40
.
Press and release the button again to turn on both
systems.
For more information, see Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) on page 5‑6.
.
d until
on
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Tire Pressure Monitor
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This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS).
The Tire Pressure
Monitor alerts you when
a significant reduction in
pressure occurs in one or
more of the vehicle’s tires
by illuminating the low tire
pressure warning light on
the instrument cluster.
If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible
and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure
shown on the tire loading information label located on
the driver side center pillar (B pillar). See Loading the
Vehicle
until the tire pressure is corrected.
on page 5‑25
. The warning light will remain on
You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire
pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is
first started and then turn off as you drive. This may be
an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting
low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper
pressure.
The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you about low tire
pressure, but it does not replace normal monthly tire
maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6‑68.
on page 6‑67
and
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or a
tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to
seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire.
See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
complete operating information.
on page 6‑84
for
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Engine Oil Life System
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The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life
based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message
when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.
The oil life system should be reset to 100% only
following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine off.
2. Press the DIC information and reset buttons at the
same time to enter the personalization menu.
3. Press the information button until the DIC display
shows OIL-LIFE RESET.
4. Press and hold the reset button until the DIC
display shows ACKNOWLEDGED.
5. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 6‑21.
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some
driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
.
Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
.
Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
.
Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
.
When road and weather conditions are
appropriate, use cruise control, if equipped.
.
Always follow posted speed limits or drive more
slowly when conditions require.
.
Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
.
Combine several trips into a single trip.
.
Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC
Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near
the size.
.
Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
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Roadside Assistance Program
Information Provided by:
U.S.: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872)
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically
enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.
This program provides technically trained advisors
who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year,
minor repair information or towing arrangements.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar
If you have a current OnStar subscription, press the
OnStar button and the current GPS location will be sent
to an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem,
contact Roadside Assistance, and relay exact location
to get you the help you need.
Online Owner Center
The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service
that includes online service reminders, vehicle
maintenance tips, online owner manual, special
privileges and more.
Sign up today at: www.gmownercenter.com/chevrolet
(U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada).
OnStar
OnStar®uses several innovative technologies and live
advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security,
navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.
®
Automatic Crash Response
In a crash, built in sensors can automatically alert an
OnStar advisor who is immediately connected to the
vehicle to see if you need help.
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How OnStar Service Works
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: This blue button connects you to a specially
Q
trained OnStar advisor to verify your account
information and to answer questions.
] : Push this red emergency button to get priority help
from specially trained OnStar emergency advisors.
X : Push this button for hands‐free, voice‐activated
calling and to give voice commands for turn‐by‐turn
navigation.
Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle
Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, Roadside
Assistance, Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation and Hands‐Free
Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar
services are available on all vehicles. For more
information see the OnStar Owner's Guide or visit
www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada),
contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1‐888‐466‐7827)
or TTY 1‐877‐248‐2080, or press
OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Q to speak with an
For a full description of OnStar services and system
limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the
glove box.
OnStar service is subject to the OnStar terms and
conditions included in the OnStar Subscriber
Information.
OnStar service cannot work unless the vehicle is in a
place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless
service provider for service in that area. OnStar service
also cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where
the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that
area has coverage, network capacity and reception
when the service is needed, and technology that is
compatible with the OnStar service. Not all services
are available everywhere, particularly in remote or
enclosed areas, or at all times.
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The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicle
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information. This information is automatically sent to an
OnStar call center when
or if the airbags or ACR system deploy. This information
usually includes the vehicle's GPS location and, in the
event of a crash, additional information regarding the
crash that the vehicle was involved in (e.g. the direction
from which the vehicle was hit). When the virtual
advisor feature of OnStar hands-free calling is used, the
vehicle also sends OnStar the vehicle's GPS location
so they can provide services where it is located.
Location information about the vehicle is only available
if the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed and
available.
The vehicle must have a working electrical system,
including adequate battery power, for the OnStar
equipment to operate. There are other problems OnStar
cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing
OnStar service at any particular time or place. Some
examples are damage to important parts of the vehicle
in a crash, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather or
wireless phone network congestion.
Q is pressed, ] is pressed,
OnStar Steering Wheel Controls
This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can
be used to interact with OnStar hands-free calling.
See Audio Steering Wheel Controls
for more information.
On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to
dial numbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phone
extensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more
information.
on page 4‑84
Your Responsibility
Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar advisor
cannot be heard.
If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, the system
may not be functioning properly. Press
vehicle diagnostic. If the light appears clear (no light is
appearing), your OnStar subscription has expired and
all services have been deactivated. Press
that the OnStar equipment is active.
Q and request a
Q to confirm
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