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CHEVROLET Colorado 2012 User Manual

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In Brief . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . .1-3
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . ... .2-15
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Front Seats . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-20
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Information Displays . . . . . . . .. . 5-20
Vehicle Messages.. . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . ..7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Phone . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . 7-21
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-26
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Automatic Transmission . . . . . .9-36
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 9-40
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . .9-47
Cruise Control . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 9-50
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-67
Vehicle Care . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . .10-2
Vehicle Checks.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87
Towing . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . .10-96
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . .11-3
Special Application
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
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Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-16
Technical Data . . . . . . ......... 12-1
Vehicle Identification.. . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-19
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-20
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
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Introduction iii

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 COLORADO are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20901233 B Second Printing
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.
©
2011 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens
A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from:
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:
Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207
1-800-551-4123 Numéro de poste 6438 de langue française www.helminc.com
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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, Warnings, and Cautions

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.”

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
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) J : OnStar
®
Hands-Free Phone
J : Brake System Warning
Light
" : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps
# : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j : LATCH System Child
Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure
} : Power
> : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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2 NOTES
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In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 1-5
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-9
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Steering Wheel
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... 1-12
Climate Controls . . . . . .. . . . . . . 1-13
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control
System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
StabiliTrak
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-18
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-18
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . 1-19
OnStar
®
System . . . . . . . . . 1-18
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
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Instrument Panel

Manual Transmission shown, Automatic Transmission similar
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A. Air Vents on page 8‑3.
B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever.
See Turn and Lane-Change
Signals on page 6‑4.
Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑2.
C. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑7.
D. Hazard Warning Flashers on
page 6‑4.
E. Passenger Side Airbag. See
Airbag System on page 3‑20.
F. Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6‑1.
Fog Lamps on page 6‑5
(If Equipped).
Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 6‑5.
G. Parking Brake on page 9‑45.
H. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑13.
I. Horn on page 5‑2.
J. StabiliTrak
page 9‑48.
Four-Wheel Drive on page 10‑30.
K. Infotainment on page 7‑1.
L. Climate Control Systems on
page 8‑1.
M. Power Outlets on page 5‑5.
N. Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator on page 5‑11.
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System on

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 manual.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The RKE transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors from up to 9 m (30 ft) away from the vehicle.
Press UNLOCK to unlock the doors and press LOCK to lock them.
Press
L to sound the horn and to
flash the exterior lamps for 30 seconds.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Driver
Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑20.
See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.

Door Locks

Manual Door Locks
Lock or unlock the doors from the outside with the key in the driver or front passenger door or press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
From inside the vehicle, move the lever on the door forward or rearward to lock or unlock the door.
Seeing the red line on the lever indicates the door is unlock.
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Power Door Locks
Vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the front door armrests.
Press L to lock the doors.
Press U to unlock the doors.
For more information see:
.
Door Locks on page 2‑5.
.
Power Door Locks on page 2‑6.
Safety Locks (Crew Cab)
If the vehicle is a crew cab model, it may have rear door safety locks on the rear doors. With this feature, the rear doors are locked so they cannot be opened from the inside.
The rear door safety locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door below the safety lock label.
For more information, see Safety Locks (Crew Cab) on page 2‑6.

Tailgate

Open the tailgate by pulling up on the outside handle while pulling the tailgate down.
On vehicles with a locking tailgate, use the ignition key to unlock it.
For more information see Tailgate on page 2‑8.
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Windows

Manual Windows
Use the window crank to open and close each window.
Power Windows
Regular Cab Shown, Crew Cab
Similar
Push the switch down to open the window. Pull the front of the switch up to close it.
See Manual Windows on page 2‑17 or Power Windows on page 2‑17.
Express-Down Window
Windows with an express-down feature allow the window to be lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch. Press the front of the switch to the first position, and the window opens a small amount. Press the switch down fully and the window goes all the way down.
To stop the window while it is lowering, pull up the front of the switch.
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Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats
To adjust a manual seat:
1. Lift the bar under the front of the seat cushion to unlock the seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar.
3. Try to move the seat back and forth to make sure it is locked in place.
See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 for more information.
Power Seats
To adjust a power seat, if available:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down.
Use the vertical control to adjust the seatback.
See Power Seat Adjustment on
page 3‑3 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑4 for more information.
Power Lumbar
If available, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. Release the control when the level of support is reached.
See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑4 for more information.
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Heated Seats

If available, the switches are on the outboard sides of the front seats. To operate, the ignition must be on.
.
Press the top of the switch for the high setting.
.
Press the bottom of the switch for the low setting.
.
Put the switch in the center position to turn this feature off.
See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑7 for more information.

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.
For more information see Head
Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3.

Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly.
.
Safety Belts on page 3‑11.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3‑12.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑13.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑43.
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Passenger Sensing System

The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags are not affected by this.
If the vehicle has one of the passenger airbag status indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then 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 and Mexico
See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑27 for important information.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirrors
Vehicles with outside power mirrors have controls on the driver door armrest.
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To adjust the power mirrors:
1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction.
3. Return the selector switch to the center position once the mirrors are adjusted.
See Power Mirrors on page 2‑14.
Vehicles with manual outside mirrors can be adjusted by pressing the mirror up and down and left and right so that you can see a clear view behind you.
Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward, to return to its original position.
See Manual Mirrors on page 2‑14.
Interior Mirror
On vehicles with a manual inside rearview mirror, the mirror can be adjusted by holding it in the center to move it for a clear view behind you. To avoid glare from the headlamps behind you, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use.
See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2‑15.
The automatic dimming inside rearview mirror will automatically reduce the glare of lights from behind the vehicle.
See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑15.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment

The steering wheel adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering wheel.
To adjust:
1. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down.
3. Release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps
The dome lamps come on when any door is opened.
To manually turn on the dome lamps, turn the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps control, all the way up. The cargo lamps may come on, if the vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth. In this position, the lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed.
Reading Lamps
Press the lens on the lamps to turn each reading lamp on or off.
These lamps will not come on with the dome lamps.
For more information see:
.
“Dome Lamp Override” under
Dome Lamps on page 6‑6.
.
Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑6.
.
Exit Lighting on page 6‑7.
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Exterior Lighting

O : Turns off all exterior lamps
including the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
AUTO: Automatic operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps at normal brightness.
; : Manual operation of the
parking lamps and other exterior lamps.
5 : Manual operation of the
headlamps and other exterior lamps.
For more information, see:
.
Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1.
.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑3.
.
Automatic Headlamp System on page 6‑3.
.
Fog Lamps on page 6‑5.
.
Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 6‑5.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

8: For a single wipe, move the band to several wipes, hold the band on
longer.
8 and then release it. For
8
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N: For adjustable interval wipes, turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
6: For slow wipes, turn the band to the first solid position past the delay settings.
1: For fast wipes, turn the band to the second solid position past the delay settings.
9: Use to turn the wipers off.
Windshield Washer: Push the
paddle on top of the turn signal/lane change lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑2.

Climate Controls

A. Temperature Control
B. Fan Control
C. Air Delivery Mode Control
D. Air Conditioning
E. Air Recirculation
See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1.
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Four-Wheel Drive

Four-wheel drive sends engine power to all four wheels for extra traction.
The transfer case buttons are located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel.
Use these buttons to shift into and out of four-wheel drive.
m (Two-Wheel High): Use for
2
driving in most street and highway situations.
WARNING
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Shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P (Park). You or someone else could be seriously injured. Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in N (Neutral). See Parking Brake on page 9‑45.
N (Neutral): Use the N (Neutral) position only when towing the vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑91.
4
m (Four-Wheel High): Use when
extra traction is needed in most off-road situations.
n (Four-Wheel Low): Use this
4
position to deliver extra torque to all four wheels. Used for extreme off‐ road conditions. See Four-Wheel Drive on page 9‑40.
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Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

Radio with CD (MP3/WMA)
PWR: Press to turn the system on
and off.
q VOL r : Turn to increase or
decrease the volume.
BAND: Press to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1, or XM2 (if equipped). The selection displays.
q TUNE r : Turn to select radio
stations.
q SEEK r : Press to go to the
previous or to the next station and stay there.
For more information about these and other radio features, see Infotainment on page 7‑1.
Setting Preset Stations
Radio stations are stored as presets.
For vehicles with an XM radio, a maximum of 30 stations can be stored as presets using the six numbered pushbuttons.
If the radio does not have XM, up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on the six numbered buttons.
See “Setting Preset Stations” under Operation on page 7‑3.
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Setting the Clock
To set the time and date for the radio with CD (MP3/WMA):
Press and hold the HR button until the correct hour displays. Press and hold the MN button until the correct minute displays. The time can be set with the ignition on or off.
To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and hold the HR and MN buttons at the same time until RDS TIME displays. To accept this time, press and hold the HR and MN buttons, at the same time, for another two seconds. If the time is not available from the station, NO UPDAT (update) displays.
RDS time is broadcast once a minute. After tuning to an RDS broadcast station, it could take a few minutes for the time to update.
For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio system, see Clock on page 5‑4.

Satellite Radio

XM is a satellite radio service 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 Satellite Radio on page 7‑11.

Cruise Control

The cruise controls are located at the end of the multifunction lever.
9: Turns the system off.
R : Turns the system on.
+ (Resume/Accelerate): Use to make the vehicle accelerate or resume a previously set speed.
r T (Set): Press the button at
the end of the lever to set the speed.
For more information, see Cruise Control on page 9‑50.
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Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC is located on the instrument panel cluster. It displays the status of many vehicle systems and enables some features to be personalized.
Use the trip reset stem located on the instrument panel cluster to scroll through the available functions. For more information, see Driver
Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑20.
Vehicle Personalization
Some vehicle features can be personalized through the DIC. These features include:
.
Language: English, Spanish, or French
.
Automatic Door Locks
.
RKE Feedback
For more information, see Driver
Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑20.

Power Outlets

The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle may have an accessory power outlet located below the climate control system and on the rear of the center console.
See Power Outlets on page 5‑5.

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 the TCS/StabiliTrak
button
d on the instrument
g illuminates and the
panel. appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑26.
.
Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on traction control.
For more information, see Traction
Control System (TCS) on page 9‑47.
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StabiliTrak®System

The StabiliTrak 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 StabiliTrak, press and hold
the TCS/StabiliTrak button until g illuminates and the
appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑26.
.
Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak button again to turn on both systems.
For more information, see
StabiliTrak
®
System on page 9‑48.
d

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS warning light alerts you 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 on page 9‑19. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑56.

Engine Oil Life System

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.
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Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine off.
2. Press and release the stem in the lower center of the instrument cluster until the OIL LIFE message is displayed.
3. Once the alternating OIL LIFE and RESET messages appear, press and hold the stem until several beeps sound. This confirms that the oil life system has been reset.
4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑12.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
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Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Assistance Program

U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S.): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
Mexico: 01-800-466-0800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.
See Roadside Assistance Program
(U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10 for more
information.
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Roadside Assistance and OnStar (U.S. and Canada)
If you have an active OnStar subscription, press the
and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay your exact location to get the help you need.
Online Owner Center (U.S. and Canada)
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:
U.S.: chevrolet.com (click on “Owners,” then “Manage My Chevrolet/Owners Login”)
Canada: chevroletowner.ca
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OnStar
For vehicles with an active OnStar subscription, 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 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
Q : Push this blue button to
connect to a specially 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 Hands‐Free Calling and Turn‐by‐Turn Navigation.
Automatic Crash Response, Emergency Services, 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,
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see the OnStar Owner's Guide; 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 push
Q to speak with an OnStar Advisor
24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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 Glove Box Kit.
OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times.
OnStar service cannot work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless
service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar's service. Service involving location information about your vehicle cannot work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware. The vehicle must have a working electrical system and adequate battery power for the OnStar equipment to operate. OnStar service may not work if the OnStar equipment is not properly installed or you have not maintained it even if your vehicle is in good working order and in compliance with all government regulations. If you try to add, connect, or modify any equipment or software in your vehicle, OnStar service may not work. Other problems beyond OnStar's control may prevent service to you, such as hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, electrical system design and architecture of your vehicle, damage
to important parts of your vehicle in a crash, or wireless phone network congestion or jamming.
See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑22 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.
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. Push and request a vehicle diagnostic. If the light appears clear (no light appears), your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have
been deactivated. Push confirm that the OnStar equipment is active.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Safety Locks (Crew Cab) . . . . . 2-6
Doors
Rear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 2-8
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . ...... 2-10
Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . . 2-10
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Immobilizer Operation
(PASS-Key III+
Canada Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Immobilizer Operation
(Passlock U.S. Only) . . . . . . . 2-13
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2-14
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ..... 2-14
Interior Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-15
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 2-16
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Rear Windows . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 2-19
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 2-19
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Keys and Locks

Keys

WARNING
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Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key 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 keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
The key can be used for the ignition, all door locks, and the tailgate.
The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in your vehicle.
If locked out of your vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See
Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10.
With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar
page 1‑20.
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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑22 for information
regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.
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