Chevrolet Corvette 2015 Owner's Manual

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In Brief . . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Vehicle Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Keys, Doors, and

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1

Additional Storage Features . . . 4-4

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-26

Vehicle Messages. . . . . . . . . . . .5-34

Vehicle Personalization. . . . . . . 5-45

Universal Remote System . . . . 5-52

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Performance Data

Recorder (PDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1

Air Vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1

Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-18

Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26

Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-27

Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-31

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34

Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-37

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48

Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-51

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53

Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57

Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-57

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Vehicle Checks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5

Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-37

Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39

Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-46

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Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-79

Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 10-82

Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-82

Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . .11-2

Special Application

Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8

Additional Maintenance

and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-9

Recommended Fluids,

Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12

Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-15

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1

Vehicle Identification. . . . . . . . . 12-1

Vehicle Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2

Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1

Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-12

Vehicle Data Recording and

Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14

OnStar .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1

OnStar Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . .14-1

OnStar Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3

OnStar Additional

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-6

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1

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Introduction iii

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

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 CORVETTE 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 Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 22885403 A First Printing

that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner 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

Propriétaires Canadiens

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

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

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

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.

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iv Introduction

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

{

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

Warning

{

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

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

Symbols

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

M : This symbol is shown when

you need to see your owner manual

Caution

{

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

for additional instructions or information.

* : This symbol is shown when

you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.

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) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls

or OnStar

(if equipped)

$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System

I : Cruise Control

B : Engine Coolant Temperature

O : Exterior Lamps

. : Fuel Gauge

+ : Fuses

3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Changer

j : LATCH System Child

Restraints

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* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure

} : Power

/ : Remote Vehicle Start

> : Safety Belt Reminders

7 : Tire Pressure Monitor

d : Traction Control/Active

Handling System

M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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2 NOTES

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Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Initial Drive Information

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Heated and Ventilated

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Passenger Sensing

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Steering Wheel

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-14

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Vehicle Features

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-17

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Rear Vision

Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Universal Remote System . . . 1-18

Roof Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Convertible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/Electronic

Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-20

Performance Vehicle

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-21

Car Wash Guidelines . . . . . . . . 1-21

Driving for Better Fuel

Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21

Roadside Assistance

Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

OnStar

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22

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Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents on page 8-5.

2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and

Lane-Change Signals on page 6-5.

Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1.

3. Manual Shift Paddles (If Equipped). See Manual Mode on page 9-28.

Active Rev Match Paddles (If Equipped). See Active Rev Match on page 9-33.

4. Instrument Cluster on page 5-7.

5. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-2.

6. Instrument Panel Storage Button. See Instrument Panel Storage on page 4-1.

7. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-20.

8. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System on page 6-3.

9. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-4.

10. Infotainment on page 7-1.

11. Power Mirrors on page 2-20.

12. Head-Up Display Controls (If

Equipped). See Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 5-29.

13. Hatch/Trunk Release Button.

See Hatch (Trunk) on page 2-14.

Intrusion and Inclination Sensors Disable Switch. See

Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-16.

14. Data Link Connector (DLC)

(Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-18.

15. Hood Release (Out of View).

See Hood on page 10-6.

16. Cruise Control on page 9-48.

17. Steering Wheel Controls on

page 5-2.

18. Steering Wheel Adjustment on

page 5-2.

19. Horn on page 5-2.

20. Bluetooth Controls. See

Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-2.

Voice Recognition Controls. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-2.

Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver

Information Center (DIC) on page 5-26.

21. Keyless Ignition. See Ignition Positions on page 9-19.

22. Driver and Redundant Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seat Controls (If Equipped). See Heated and

Ventilated Front Seats on page 3-7.

23. Shift Lever (Manual Shown). See Automatic Transmission

on page 9-27 or Manual Transmission on page 9-31.

24. Mode Select Knob. See

Competitive Driving Mode on page 9-43.

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25. Electric Parking Brake on page 9-35.

26. Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1.

27. Passenger Temperature Control. See Dual Automatic

Climate Control System on page 8-1.

Passenger Heated and Ventilated Seat Controls (If Equipped). See Heated and

Ventilated Front Seats on page 3-7.

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.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the transmitter is within range. See

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.

The RKE transmitter is used to lock and unlock the doors may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.

With Remote Start and Convertible

Top Shown, Others Similar

Press the button to remove the key. The key can be used to open the vehicle and hatch/trunk if power to the vehicle is lost. See Hatch (Trunk) on page 2-14.

K : Press to unlock the driver door.

Press again within five seconds to unlock both doors.

Q : Press to lock both doors. s : Press and hold to release

the hatch/trunk.

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M : If equipped, press and

release press and hold

open the convertible top all the way. Release the button to stop movement. This button will only open the convertible top.

See Convertible Top on page 2-27.

K and then immediately

M continuously to

L : Press and release once to

initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press again or start the vehicle to stop panic alarm.

/ : If equipped, press and release

Q and then immediately press and

hold

/ for at least four seconds to

start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter.

See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.

Remote Vehicle Start

If equipped, this feature allows the engine to be started from outside the vehicle.

Starting the Vehicle

1. Press and release Q on the

RKE transmitter.

2. Immediately after completing Step 1, press and hold

least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.

3. To drive, have the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, press the brake pedal, and then start the vehicle.

When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.

/ for at

The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. After 30 seconds, repeat the steps if a 10 minute extension is desired. Remote start can be extended only once.

Canceling a Remote Start

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

Press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off.

Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

Turn the vehicle on and then off.

See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-9.

Door Locks

To lock or unlock a door from the outside, press

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.

Q or K on the

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Loss of Vehicle Electrical Power

If the vehicle has lost battery power, open the driver door manually.

From Inside the Vehicle

Driver Door

1. Door Handle Sensor

2. Power Door Lock Switch

3. Door Latch Button

For Keyless Access, hold the RKE transmitter within 1 m (3 ft) of the door handle. Grip and press the door handle sensor (1). See Remote

Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3. This feature can be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

To lock or unlock a door from the inside, use the power door lock switch.

Q : Press to lock the doors. K : Press to unlock the doors.

To open a door from the inside, press the door latch button.

The fuel door is also locked and unlocked using these features.

See Power Door Locks on page 2-13.

Passenger Door

Pull the door release handle.

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From Outside the Vehicle

Use the key to open the hatch/trunk.

From Inside the Hatch/Trunk

Pull the manual door release handle.

Trunk Release

For automatic transmissions, the vehicle must be in P (Park).

For manual transmissions, the vehicle must be off or stationary with the parking brake set. See

Electric Parking Brake on page 9-35.

To release the hatch/trunk:

Press }.

Press and hold i on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless

Entry (RKE) System on page 2-2.

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Windows

Press the hatch/trunk release touch pad with the RKE transmitter within range or use the key in the key cylinder. See

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-2 and Keys on page 2-1.

See Hatch (Trunk) on page 2-14.

Pull up or press down on the switch to raise or lower the window. See Power Windows on page 2-22.

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) allows the power windows to operate when the ignition is off. See

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-23.

Seat Adjustment

Power Seats

To adjust the seat:

Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.

Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.

Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.

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See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3-2.

Lumbar and Bolster Adjustment

To adjust the lumbar or bolster support (if equipped):

Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease lumbar support.

If equipped, press and hold the control upward to increase or downward to decrease the side bolster support.

See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-3.

Reclining Seatbacks

To adjust the seatback:

Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.

Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.

See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-3.

Memory Features

If equipped, the "1," "2," SET, and S (Exit) buttons on the driver door are used to manually save and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, and power tilt and telescoping steering column.

See Memory Seats on page 3-4 and

Vehicle Personalization on page 5-45.

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Heated and Ventilated Seats

Passenger Controls

The passenger buttons are also on

Driver and Redundant Passenger

Controls

If equipped, the driver buttons are on the center stack. To operate, the ignition must be on.

Press

C or M on the left side of the

climate control panel to ventilate or heat the driver seat. A ventilated seat has a fan that pulls or pushes air through the seat. The air is not cooled.

the right side of the instrument panel under the air vent. Press

{ to heat or ventilate the passenger

seat. The driver can also turn on or off the passenger heated and ventilated seats using the buttons on the right side of the climate control panel.

For driver and passenger controls, press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to

L or

the off setting. The indicator lights show three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the level may automatically be lowered after approximately 30 minutes.

See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3-7.

Safety Belts

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

Safety Belts on page 3-8.

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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3-10.

Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-11.

Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-32.

Passenger Sensing System

In Brief 1-11

is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-20.

The passenger airbag status indicator lights on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-17.

Mirror Adjustment

United States

Canada and Mexico

The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag

Exterior Mirrors

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To adjust the mirrors:

1. Press L (Left) or R (Right) to select the mirror.

2. Press the control pad to adjust the mirror.

3. Return the switch to the center to deselect the mirror.

See Power Mirrors on page 2-20.

If the vehicle has the memory feature, a preferred mirror position can be stored. See Memory Seats on page 3-4.

To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.

Interior Mirror

Adjustment

Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle.

Manual Rearview Mirror

To avoid glare of the headlamps from behind, push the tab forward for daytime and pull it rearward for nighttime use.

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror

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

See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-21.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Press the control to move the tilt and telescoping steering wheel up and down or forward and rearward.

Both the tilt and telescoping steering column positions can be stored with your memory settings. See Memory Seats on page 3-4.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

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Interior Lighting

Courtesy Lamps

When any door or the hatch/trunk is opened, the interior lamps will come on, unless it is bright outside.

To turn the courtesy lamps on or off, turn the instrument panel brightness knob completely clockwise or counterclockwise.

Reading Lamps

The reading lamps are in the overhead console. The lamps go on when a door is opened. When the doors are closed, press the lamp buttons to turn on each lamp.

Interior Light Control

The knob for this feature is on the left side of the instrument panel. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights. Turn the knob completely clockwise to turn the interior lights on.

For more information on interior lighting, see:

Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6-5.

Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamps

There are four positions:

O : Briefly turn to this position to

turn the automatic light control off or on again. When released, the control returns to the AUTO position.

AUTO: Sets the exterior lamps to automatic mode. AUTO mode turns the exterior lamps on and off depending on how much light is available outside the vehicle.

; : Turns on the parking lamps

including all lamps except the headlamps.

5 : Turns on the headlamps

together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.

See:

Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1.

Automatic Headlamp System on page 6-3.

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Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering column.

With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/START, move the lever to select the wiper speed.

HI: Use for fast wipes.

LO: Use for slow wipes.

INT: Move the lever up to INT for

intermittent wipes, then turn the INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.

OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.

1X : For a single wipe, briefly move

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

n L : Pull the lever toward you to

spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.

See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-2.

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Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.

1. Driver Temperature Control

2. AUTO (Automatic Operation)

3. A/C (Air Conditioning)

4. Air Delivery Modes

5. Defrost

6. SYNC

7. Fan Control

8. Driver and Passenger Redundant Heated and Ventilated Front Seat Controls

9. Recirculation

10. Rear Window Defogger

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Passenger Temperature Control

The passenger temperature control is below the passenger side air vent.

See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8-1.

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Transmission

Manual Paddle Shift (Automatic Transmission)

The Manual Paddle Shift system can be used in D (Drive) or M (Manual Mode). The system is activated by pushing the left paddle to downshift and right paddle to upshift. The current gear will be displayed in the instrument cluster, or the Head-Up Display (HUD), if equipped.

The Manual Paddle Shift system will not allow either an upshift or a downshift, if the vehicle speed is too fast or too slow, nor will it allow a start from 4 (Fourth) or higher gear.

See Manual Mode on page 9-28.

Active Rev Match (Manual Transmission)

Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have Active Rev Match (ARM). ARM aids in smoother shifting by matching the engine speed to the next selected gear. The system is normally off. It is activated and deactivated by pressing either of the paddles marked REV MATCH on the steering wheel. See Active Rev Match on page 9-33.

1–4 Shift Message (Manual Transmission)

On vehicles with a manual transmission, when this DIC message is displayed, the

transmission can only shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth) instead of 1 (First) to 2 (Second).

For more information about shifting for the best fuel economy, see Manual Transmission on page 9-31.

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Vehicle Features

Infotainment System

See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.

Steering Wheel Controls

The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual.

Cruise Control

1 : Press to turn cruise control on

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

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

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

* : Press to disengage cruise

control without erasing the set speed from memory.

See Cruise Control on page 9-48.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

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

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Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

The RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle, on the infotainment system display, when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).

See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9-51.

Power Outlets

w or x : Press to move up or

down in a list.

o or p : Press o to open

application menus on the left. Press

p to open interaction menus on the

right.

SEL: Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.

See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-26.

Use the accessory power outlet to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.

There are three accessory power outlets:

Inside the center console storage compartment.

In front of the cupholder.

In the rear compartment.

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

See Power Outlets on page 5-4.

Universal Remote System

This system, if equipped, provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.

Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person

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available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote system.

See Universal Remote System on page 5-52.

Roof Panel

If equipped with a removable roof panel, there are three release latches. Two are at the front of the roof panel and one is at the rear of the roof panel. See “Removing the Roof Panel” under Roof Panel on page 2-24.

Help may be needed to remove the roof panel. Always store the roof panel properly in the rear storage compartment.

For more information:

See “Storing the Roof Panel” under Roof Panel on page 2-24.

See “Installing the Roof Panel” under Roof Panel on page 2-24.

Convertible

If equipped, the convertible top can be automatically opened and closed. For step-by-step instructions, see Convertible Top on page 2-27.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.

StabiliTrak is a computer controlled system that helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. This is accomplished by selectively applying any one of the vehicle’s brakes. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.

To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/

StabiliTrak center console.

the instrument cluster.

g button on the

i illuminates in

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To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold

the TCS/StabiliTrak until the Traction Off Light and the StabiliTrak OFF Light g

illuminate in the instrument cluster.

Press and release the TCS/ StabiliTrak

turn on both systems.

See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-37.

The vehicle has Driver Mode Control and may have Competitive Driving Mode. See Driver Mode

Control on page 9-39 and Competitive Driving Mode on page 9-43.

g button again to

g button,

Tire Pressure Monitor

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

The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.

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

See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10-57.

Performance Vehicle Features

Checking Engine Oil

Your vehicle may have a high performance dry sump lubrication system. This system operates differently than a standard engine lubrication system. See Engine Oil on page 10-12.

Check the oil level only after the engine has been thoroughly warmed up and then check between five and 10 minutes of shutoff. This ensures that the oil level reading obtained will be accurate.

Brake Noise

Under certain weather or operating conditions, occasional brake squeal may be heard with the vehicle's

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performance braking system. This brake system is designed for superior fade resistance and consistent operation using high performance brake pads. Brake squeal is normal and does not affect system performance.

Tire Chatter/Hop

When driving at slow speeds and in very tight turns, the vehicle may have tire chatter/hop. This condition is normal and the vehicle does not require service.

Road Imperfections/Crown Effects

The vehicle's precise steering and handling make it very responsive to road surface feedback. A slight pull may be felt in the steering depending on the crown of the road and/or other road surface variations such as troughs or ruts. This is normal and the vehicle does not require service.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON 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. Scroll through the DIC Info Pages menu until the REMAINING OIL LIFE percentage is displayed. See

Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-26.

2. Press and hold the SEL button on the DIC while the Oil Life display is active. The oil life will change to 100%.

See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-18.

Car Wash Guidelines

Caution

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Some automatic car washes can cause damage to the vehicle, wheels, or convertible top, if equipped. Automatic car washes are not recommended, due to lack of clearance for the undercarriage and/or wide rear tires and wheels. See "Washing the Vehicle" under Exterior Care

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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.

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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.

When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.

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.

Select Eco mode for improved fuel economy. This will result in better Active Fuel Management (AFM) operation. See Active

Fuel Management

page 9-25.

For recommended shift speeds, see Manual Transmission on page 9-31.

Premium Fuel

Premium fuel is recommended. See Fuel on page 9-53.

Roadside Assistance Program

U.S.: 1-800-243-8872

TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438

Canada: 1-800-268-6800

New Chevrolet owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program.

See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5.

OnStar

This vehicle may be equipped with a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security,

Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. OnStar services may require a paid subscription. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . 2-13

Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Doors

Hatch (Trunk) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . 2-16

Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18

Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-18

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 2-20

Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . 2-20

Interior Mirrors

Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . 2-21

Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-21

Automatic Dimming Rearview

Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Windows

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21

Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22

Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23

Roof

Roof Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24

Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27

Keys and Locks

Keys

Warning

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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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