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Chevrolet Spark 2015 Owner's Manual

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In Brief . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-1
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-27
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Downloadable Applications . . . 7-29
Bluetooth Phone/Devices . . . . . 7-34
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-42
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-13
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-21
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-23
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-27
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-32
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-39
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Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-26
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-64
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 10-67
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3
Special Application
Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-14
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2
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 SPARK are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
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.
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. 22950745 B Second Printing

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
©
2014 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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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, Warning, and Caution

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Danger
{
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”
{
{
Warning
Caution

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 ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) 5 /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
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
j : LATCH System Child
Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power > : Safety Belt Reminders
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
g : StabiliTrak
®
Off
®
i : Traction Control Off M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief 1-1

In Brief

Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-8
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 1-9
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-10
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-12
Bluetooth
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-13
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
®
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-15
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-15
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
®
OnStar
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
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Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents on page 8-3.
2. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1.
3. Horn on page 5-2.
4. Instrument Cluster on page 5-8.
5. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3.
6. Infotainment on page 7-1.
7. Information Display.
8. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-3.
9. Instrument Panel Illumination
Control on page 6-5.
Power Mirrors on page 2-13 (If
Equipped).
10. Hood Release. See Hood on
page 10-5.
11. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5-12.
12. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
on page 10-34.
13. Cruise Control on page 9-30 (If Equipped).
14. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5-2.
15. Steering Wheel Controls on page 5-2 (If Equipped).
16. Heated Front Seats on page 3-7 (If Equipped).
17. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-21 (If Equipped) or Manual Transmission on page 9-23 (If Equipped).
18. USB Port on page 7-16 (If Equipped).
19. Climate Control Systems on page 8-1.
20. Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-27.

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

For vehicles with the RKE transmitter, it may work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
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Press and hold three seconds to sound the panic alarm.
7 again to cancel the panic
Press alarm.
See Keys on page 2-1 and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.
7 for at least

Door Locks

Press the key release button to extend the key blade. The key can be used for the ignition and all locks.
K to unlock the driver door or
Press all doors and the liftgate.
Q to lock all doors and the
Press liftgate.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-27.
Press and release vehicle locator.
7 to initiate
To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle:
.
Use the key in the driver door to lock and unlock the door.
.
Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped, to lock and unlock the doors. See Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.
To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle:
.
Press Q or K, if equipped.
.
Use the lock knob on the top of the door panel.
See Door Locks on page 2-5 and
Central Locking System on page 2-6.

Liftgate

To lock or unlock the liftgate from the outside, use the key in the liftgate lock.
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If equipped, press K on the RKE transmitter to unlock all doors and
press
Q to lock. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.
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With RKE
To lock or unlock the liftgate from the inside, press
Without RKE
Q or K.
To open the liftgate, pull the handle and lift up.
When closing the liftgate, use the pull cup.
See Liftgate on page 2-8 or Central Locking System on page 2-6.
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1-6 In Brief

Windows

Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats
Press the switch down to open the window. Pull the front of the switch up to close it.
The switches work when the vehicle is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
See Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 9-18 and Power Windows on page 2-14.
To adjust the seat:
1. Lift the bar under the front edge 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 be sure it is locked in place.
See Seat Adjustment on page 3-5.
Seat Height Adjuster
If available, turn the knob to raise or lower the seat.
See Seat Adjustment on page 3-5.
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Reclining Seatbacks
To recline the seatback:
1. Lift the lever.
2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place.
To return the seatback to the upright position:
1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback, and the seatback will return to the upright position.
2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-6.

Second Row Seats

The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space.
See Rear Seats on page 3-8.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary
while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
See Head Restraints on page 3-2 and Seat Adjustment on page 3-5.

Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly.
.
Safety Belts on page 3-10.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3-12.
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.
Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-13.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-40.

Passenger Sensing System

passenger sensing system. See
Passenger Sensing System on page 3-25 for important information.
The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the center display when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-11.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior Mirrors
Manual Outside Mirrors
United States
Canada
The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the
If equipped, move the control up, down, or side to side to adjust the mirror.
See Manual Mirrors on page 2-13.
Power Outside Mirrors
1. If equipped, move the selector switch to L (Left) or R (Right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Move the control up, down, or side to side to adjust the mirror.
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3. Return the selector switch to the center with done.
See Power Mirrors on page 2-13.
Folding Mirrors
The vehicle has manual folding mirrors. These mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position.
See Folding Mirrors on page 2-13.
Interior Mirror
Adjustment
Push the tab forward to the daytime position, then adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
To avoid glare of the headlamps from behind, pull the tab backward for nighttime use. Push the tab forward for daytime use.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down.
3. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps
The dome lamp controls are in the overhead console.
Move the control to change the lamp setting.
OFF: Turns the lamps off, even when a door is open.
DOOR: Turns the lamps on automatically when a door is opened.
ON: Turns on the dome lamps.
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For more information about interior lighting, see Instrument Panel
Illumination Control on page 6-5 or Courtesy Lamps on page 6-5.

Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamp control is on the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column.
There are four positions:
3 : Turns on the headlamps
together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the headlamps.
AUTO: Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on the exterior light.
O : Turns all the lamps off, except
the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).
The DRL automatically turn off when the vehicle is turned off.
See Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6-1 and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6-2.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper/washer lever is on the right side of the steering column.
Move the lever to one of the following positions:
HI: Use for fast wipes.
LO: Use for slow wipes.
INT: Move the lever up to INT for
intermittent wipes, then turn the
x INT band up for more
frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
OFF: Use to turn the wipers off.
8 : For a single wipe, briefly move
the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers.
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Rear Wiper/Washer
If equipped with the rear wiper/ washer, the controls are on the end of the windshield wiper lever.
ON: Turns the rear wiper on for continuous wipes.
OFF: Turns the rear wiper off.

Climate Controls

The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system.
= : Sprays washer fluid on the rear
window. The control returns to its ON or OFF starting position when released.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer on
page 5-3 or Rear Window Wiper/ Washer on page 5-4 (If Equipped).
1. Fan Control
2. Air Conditioning
3. Recirculation
4. Temperature Control
5. Rear Window Defogger
6. Air Delivery Mode Control
See Climate Control Systems on page 8-1.

Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

/VOL: Press to turn the system
O
on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume.
RADIO/BAND: Press to select AM, FM, or band.
© SEEK or SEEK ¨ : Press to seek
the previous or next station.
Buttons 1−6: Press to save and select favorite stations.
INFO: Press to view current radio information.
For more information about these and other radio features, see Operation on page 7-6.
Storing a Favorite Station
Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set.
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To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding button 1−6 until a beep is heard.
For more information, see “Storing a Station as a Favorite” in AM-FM Radio on page 7-9.
Setting the Clock
See Clock on page 5-5.

Satellite Radio

If equipped, vehicles with a SiriusXM valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to
®
satellite radio tuner and a
coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service.
Refer to:
.
www.siriusxm.com or call 1-866-635-2349 (U.S.).
.
www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-209-0079 (Canada).
See Satellite Radio on page 7-14.

Portable Audio Devices

Some vehicles may have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port in the center stack. External devices such as iPods computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB drives may be connected, depending on the audio system.
See Auxiliary Devices on page 7-17.
®
, laptop
Bluetooth
®
The Bluetooth®system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle 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.
See Bluetooth (Overview) on
page 7-19 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7-21.
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Steering Wheel Controls

5 / g : If equipped with Bluetooth
or OnStar, press to interact with those systems. See Bluetooth
(Overview) on page 7-19 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7-21 or OnStar Overview on page 14-1.
> / R : Press to silence the
vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. If equipped with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to decline an incoming call, to end speech recognition, or to end a current call.
If equipped with audio steering wheel controls, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel.
x + or x − : Press + or − to
increase or decrease the volume.
¦ SEEK or SEEK ¥ : Press to
go to the next or previous radio station, song on an iPod a USB device (if equipped).
®
, or file on

Cruise Control

If equipped with cruise control:
I : Press to turn the cruise
control system on and off. A white indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.
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.
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SET/−: Press briefly to set the
speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed.
[ : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control on page 9-30.

Driver Information Center (DIC)

The DIC has different displays, which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the right side of the instrument cluster. The DIC displays trip, fuel, and warning messages if a system problem is detected.
DIC Buttons
MENU: Press to display the DIC
menus.
w or x : Use to scroll through the
menus.
SET/CLR: Press to set or clear the menu item displayed.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-22.

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 9-32.

Power Outlets

The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The vehicle has an accessory power outlet in front of the cupholders on the center stack.
See Power Outlets on page 5-6.
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Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

The TCS limits wheel spin. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
The StabiliTrak system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system is on when the vehicle is started.
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To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak
button
g on the center stack. i
illuminates in the instrument cluster.
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To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and hold
the TCS/StabiliTrak button
g on
the center stack, until illuminate in the instrument cluster.
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Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button
g again to turn on both
systems. instrument cluster.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-27.
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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
i and g
pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-9. 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 10-44.

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.
: % CHANGE
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The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Display
: % on the DIC.
2. Press and hold the SET/CLR button on the DIC for more than five seconds. The oil life will change to 100%.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-10.

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. Only): 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.
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
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Central Locking System . . . . . . . 2-6
Door Ajar Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . 2-14
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . 2-14
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Vehicle Alarm System .. . . . . . 2-10
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . 2-11
Keys and Locks

Keys

Warning
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Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key 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 keys in the ignition, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key.
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The key that is part of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can be used for the ignition and all locks.
Press the key release button on the RKE transmitter to extend the key. Press the button and the key blade to retract the key.
See your dealer if a new key is needed.
Base Level Key
Uplevel Key
If it becomes difficult to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick.
If you are locked out of the vehicle, see Roadside Assistance Program on page 13-5.
With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13-12.
If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range:
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Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
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Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
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Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
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If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation

The RKE transmitter may work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle.
Other conditions can affect the performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-2.
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The following buttons are on the transmitter:
Q (Lock): Press once to lock all
doors and the liftgate. The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate locking.
If any door is open when pressed, all doors and the liftgate will lock, if Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out is disabled through vehicle personalization. If Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out is enabled, only the driver door unlocks.
Q is
See “Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5-27.
Pressing theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-10.
Pressing also lock the fuel door.
Q may also arm the
Q on the transmitter will
K (Unlock): Press to unlock the
driver door. Press again to unlock all doors and the liftgate. The turn signal indicators flash to indicate unlocking has occurred.
See “Remote Door Unlock” under
Vehicle Personalization on page 5-27.
Pressing theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-10.
Pressing also unlock the fuel door.
K may also disarm the
K on the transmitter will
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7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic
Alarm): Press and release one time to initiate vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and the horn chirps three times. Press and hold
7 for at least three seconds to
sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the turn signals flash for
30 seconds, or until again, or the key is placed in the ignition and turned to ON/RUN.
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. See your dealer to have new transmitters programmed.
7 is pressed
Programming with a Recognized Transmitter
To program a new key:
1. Insert the original, already programmed key in the ignition and turn the key to the ON/RUN position.
2. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF, and remove the key.
3. Insert the new key to be programmed and turn it to the ON/RUN position within five seconds.
The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed.
4. Repeat Steps 1–3 if additional keys are to be programmed.
If a key is lost or damaged, see your dealer to have a new key made.
Programming without a Recognized Transmitter
Program a new key to the vehicle when a recognized key is not available. Canadian regulations require that owners see their dealer.
If there are no currently recognized keys available, follow this procedure to program the first key.
This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes to complete for the first key. The vehicle must be off and all of the keys you wish to program must be with you.
1. Insert the new vehicle key into the ignition.
2. Turn to ON/RUN. The security light will come on.
3. Wait 10 minutes until the security light turns off.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
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5. Repeat Steps 2–4 two more times. After the third time, turn to ON/RUN; the key is learned and all previously known keys will no longer work with the vehicle.
Remaining keys can be learned by following the procedure in “Programming with a Recognized Transmitter.”
Battery Replacement
Caution
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When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
The battery is not rechargeable. To replace the battery:
1. Press the button on the transmitter to extend the key.
2. Remove the battery cover by prying it with a finger.
3. Remove the battery by pushing on the battery and sliding it toward the key blade.
4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Push the battery down until it is held in place. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
5. Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter.

Door Locks

Warning
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Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
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Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
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Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out. A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent
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injuries or even death from heat stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it.
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Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening.
To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle:
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Use the key in the driver door to lock and unlock the door.
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Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped, to lock and unlock the doors. See Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-3.
To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle:
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Press Q or K, if equipped.
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Use the lock knob on the top of the door panel.

Central Locking System

This system allows the doors and liftgate to be locked and unlocked by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or by using the key in the driver door.
See Door Locks on page 2-5 and Liftgate on page 2-8.

Door Ajar Reminder

If one of the doors or the liftgate is not closed properly while the ignition is on, the door ajar light on the instrument cluster comes on and stays on until the doors are closed. See Door Ajar Light on page 5-22.

Delayed Locking

This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed.
When
Q is pressed on the power
door lock switch while the door is open, a chime will sound three times indicating delayed locking is active.
The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before that time, the five-second timer will reset when all doors are closed again.
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Press Q on the door lock switch again or press
transmitter to lock doors immediately.
This feature can also be programmed. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-27.
Q on the RKE

Automatic Door Locks

If equipped, the vehicle is programmed so that when the doors are closed, the ignition is on, and the shift lever is moved out of P (Park) for automatic transmissions, or the vehicle speed is above 13 km/h (8 mph) for manual transmissions, the doors and the liftgate will lock.
To unlock the doors and the liftgate:
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Press K on the door.
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If equipped with an automatic transmission, shift the transmission into P (Park).
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If equipped with a manual transmission, remove the key from the ignition.

Lockout Protection

When locking is requested with the driver door open and the key in the ignition, all the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. This can be manually overridden by
pressing and holding power door lock switch.
If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is turned on, the vehicle is off with the driver door open, and door locking is requested, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. The Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menus. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5-27.
Q on the

Safety Locks

The vehicle has rear door safety locks on each rear door that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside.
Using the Rear Door Safety Lock
1. Move the lever up to lock.
2. Close the door.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the other rear door lock.
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