Chevrolet Volt 2016 Owner's Manual
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 28
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 92
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . 94
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 154
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 162
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 316
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 333
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 344
OnStar .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 347
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 357
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2 Introduction
Introduction
The names, logos, emblems,
slogans, vehicle model names, and
vehicle body designs appearing in
this manual including, but not limited
to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET,
the CHEVROLET Emblem, VOLT,
and the VOLT logo 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. 23137942 B Second Printing
This manual describes features that
may or may not be on the vehicle
because of optional equipment that
was not purchased on the vehicle,
model variants, country
specifications, features/applications
that may not be available in your
region, or changes subsequent to
the printing of this owner manual.
Refer to the purchase
documentation relating to your
specific vehicle to confirm the
features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for
quick reference.
Canadian Vehicle Owners
A French language manual can be
obtained from your dealer, at
www.helminc.com, or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de
ce guide en français auprès du
concessionnaire ou à l'adresse
suivante:
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
USA
Using this Manual
To quickly locate information about
the vehicle, use the Index in the
back of the manual. It is an
alphabetical list of what is in the
manual and the page number where
it can be found.
©
2015 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Introduction 3
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
{
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 : Shown when the owner
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
damage.
manual has additional instructions
or information.
* : Shown when the service
manual has additional instructions
or information.
0 : Shown when there is more
information on another page —
“see page.”
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)
b / g : Audio Steering Wheel
Controls or OnStar
®
I : Brake System Warning
Light
" : Charging System (12-Volt
Battery)
I : Cruise Control
` : Do Not Puncture
^ : Do Not Service
f : Electric Parking Brake
d : Electronic Stability
Control (ESC)
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
y : Fault
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g : First Responder
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
_ : High Voltage
I : LATCH System Child
Restraints
[ : Leaf
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
O : Power
B : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders
g : StabiliTrak
®
Disable
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
i : Traction Control System (TCS)
Disable
a : Under Pressure
Q : Vehicle Ready
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
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In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . .... 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Start . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . 8
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . 10
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . 12
Passenger Sensing System . . . 12
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 13
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Windshield Wiper/Washer .... . . 15
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 16
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 18
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 18
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 18
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Automatic Parking
Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Battery and Efficiency
High Voltage Safety
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . 20
Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Regenerative Braking . . . . . .. . . . 23
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 24
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 25
Driving for Better Energy
Efficiency ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 25
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Instrument Panel
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1. Air Vents 0 160.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn
and Lane-Change
Signals 0 151.
®
IntelliBeam
System Button (If
Equipped). See Exterior Lamp
Controls 0 147.
3. Instrument Cluster 0 100.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Display. See Driver Information
Center (DIC) 0 128.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 96.
5. Charging Status Indicator. See
Charging Status
Feedback 0 208.
Light Sensor. See Daytime
Running Lamps (DRL) 0 149.
6. Infotainment 0 154.
Navigation System (If
Equipped). See the navigation
manual.
7. Automatic Climate Control
System 0 155.
Heated Front Seats 0 53 (If
Equipped).
8. Power Outlets 0 98.
USB Port. See the infotainment
manual.
Auxiliary Jack. See the
infotainment manual.
9. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive
Unit 0 184.
10. Drive MODE Button. See
Driver Selected Operating
Modes 0 178.
Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing 0 194 (If
Equipped).
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 189.
11. Hazard Warning
Flashers 0 150.
12. Electric Parking Brake 0 186.
13. Power Button 0 172.
14. Steering Wheel Controls 0 95.
15. Audio Controls (Out of View) (If
Equipped). See Steering Wheel
Controls 0 95.
16. Horn 0 96.
17. Steering Wheel Adjustment
0 95 (Out of View).
18. Regen on Demand Paddles
(Out of View). See
Regenerative Braking 0 188.
19. Cruise Control 0 191.
Heated Steering Wheel 0 95 (If
Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 198 (If Equipped).
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 204
(If Equipped).
20. Hood Release. See
Hood 0 231.
21. Data Link Connector (DLC)
(Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine
Light) 0 109.
22. Instrument Panel Fuse Door.
See Instrument Panel Fuse
Block 0 258.
23. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147.
24. Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0 151.
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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 RKE transmitter may work up to
60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Press the key release button to
release the key. The key can be
used for all locks.
K : Press once to unlock the driver
door. Press a second time within
five seconds to unlock all doors.
Q : Press to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be
personalized. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 139.
7 : Press and release to initiate
vehicle locator. Press and hold for
three seconds to sound the panic
alarm. Press again to cancel the
panic alarm.
/ : Press and release Q and then
immediately press and hold
least four seconds to start the
vehicle's heating or air conditioning
systems and rear window defogger
from outside the vehicle using the
RKE transmitter. See Remote
Start 0 35.
See Keys 0 28 and Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29.
/ for at
Remote Start
Use remote start to heat or cool the
interior when the vehicle is plugged
in to maximize electric range by
utilizing electricity from the electrical
outlet. The engine may start to
support the climate control
operation. Normal operation of the
system will return after the vehicle
has been turned on.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Press and release Q on the
RKE transmitter.
2. Immediately press and hold
for at least four seconds or until
the turn signal lamps flash.
3. After entering the vehicle
during a remote start, press
POWER
pedal applied to operate as
normal.
When the vehicle starts, the parking
lamps will turn on.
Remote start can be extended.
O with the brake
/
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Canceling Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do any of
the following:
.
Press and hold
parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
.
Press POWER
pedal applied, then press
POWER
vehicle off.
See Remote Start 0 35.
/ until the
O with the brake
O again to turn the
Door Locks
To lock or unlock the doors from
outside the vehicle:
.
Use the key. The driver door key
cylinder is covered with a cap.
See Door Locks 0 37.
.
Press
Q or K on the RKE
transmitter. See Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System
Operation 0 29.
To lock or unlock the doors from
inside the vehicle:
.
Press
Q or K on the power door
lock switch.
.
Push down the manual lock
knob on the driver door to lock
all doors. Push down the manual
lock knob on a passenger door
to lock only that door.
.
Pull once on the door handle to
unlock the door and again to
open the door. Press the power
door lock switch to lock or
unlock all doors.
Power Door Locks
K : Press to unlock.
Q : Press to lock.
See Power Door Locks 0 39.
Keyless Access
When the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft)
of the driver door, the door can be
locked and unlocked by pressing
the door handle button. When
unlocking from the driver door, the
first press will unlock only that door;
press again within five seconds to
unlock all passenger doors. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation 0 29.
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Hatch
To open the hatch, press the touch
pad on the underside of the hatch
and lift after unlocking all doors. See
Hatch 0 41.
Keyless Access : Press the touch
pad on the underside of the hatch
and lift up when the RKE transmitter
is within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the
vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation 0 29.
Windows
The window switches on the driver
door control all windows. Each
passenger door has a switch that
controls only that window.
Press the switch to lower the
window. Pull the switch to raise it.
The driver and passenger windows
have an express-down feature and
the driver window has express-up.
See Power Windows 0 46.
Seat Adjustment
Seat Position
To adjust the seat position:
1. Pull the handle at the front of
the seat cushion to unlock it.
2. Move the seat forward or
rearward and release the
handle.
3. Try to move the seat back and
forth to be sure it is locked in
place.
See Seat Adjustment 0 51.
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Height Adjustment
Move the lever up or down to raise
or lower the seat.
See “Seat Height Adjuster” under
Seat Adjustment 0 51.
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.
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 0 51.
Heated Seats
If equipped, the controls are on the
center stack. To operate, the vehicle
must be on.
Press
L or M to heat the driver or
passenger seat.
Press the button once for the
highest setting. With each press of
the button, the heated seat will
change to the next lower setting,
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and then the off setting. Three lights
indicate the highest setting and one
light the lowest.
See Heated Front Seats 0 53.
Auto Heated Seats
If equipped, the controls can be
accessed while the vehicle is on by
pressing
stack.
When the vehicle is on, this feature
will automatically activate the
heated seats at the level required by
the vehicle's interior temperature.
The active high, medium, low, or off
heated seat level will be indicated
by the heated seat button lights on
the center stack. Use the heated
seat buttons on the center stack to
turn auto heated seats off.
See Heated Front Seats 0 53.
The heated seats can also be
programmed to come on during a
remote start. See Vehicle
Personalization 0 139.
L or M on the center
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 0 49 and Seat
Adjustment 0 51.
Safety Belts
Refer to the following sections for
important information on how to use
safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts 0 56.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly 0 57.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 58.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) 0 80.
Passenger Sensing System
The passenger sensing system will
turn off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag under certain conditions. No
other airbag is affected by the
passenger sensing system. See
Passenger Sensing System 0 68.
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The passenger airbag status
indicator lights on the overhead
console are visible when the vehicle
is started. See Passenger Airbag
Status Indicator 0 108.
Mirror Adjustment
Power Mirrors
See Power Mirrors 0 44.
When the rear window defogger is
activated, the heated mirrors,
if equipped, will also come on. See
Heated Mirrors 0 45.
Folding Mirrors
Mirrors can be folded inward toward
the vehicle to prevent damage when
going through an automatic car
wash. Push the mirror outward to
return it to the original position.
Interior Mirror
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind your
vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward for
daytime use and pull it for nighttime
To adjust a mirror:
1. Press
2. Press the arrows on the control
} or | to choose the
driver or passenger mirror.
pad to move each mirror in the
desired direction.
use to avoid glare of the headlamps
from behind. See Manual Rearview
Mirror 0 45.
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror
If equipped, the mirror will
automatically reduce the glare of
headlamps from behind. The
dimming feature comes on when the
vehicle is started. See Automatic
Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 45.
Steering Wheel Adjustment
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel up
or down.
3. Pull or push the steering wheel
closer or away from you.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in place.
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Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamps
The dome lamp controls are in the
overhead console.
To operate, press the following
buttons:
j OFF : Press to turn off the
dome lamps when a door is open.
An LED indicator on the button will
turn on when the dome lamp
override is activated. Press
OFF again to deactivate this feature
j
and the LED indicator will turn off.
The dome lamps will come on when
doors are opened.
+ ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome
lamps on manually.
Reading Lamps
There are front and rear reading
lamps.
The front reading lamps are in the
overhead console.
Press the lamp lenses to turn the
front reading lamps on or off.
The rear reading lamps are in the
headliner.
Press the button near each lamp to
turn the rear reading lamps on
or off.
For more information on interior
lighting, see Instrument Panel
Illumination Control 0 151.
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Exterior Lighting
The exterior lamp control is on the
instrument panel to the left of the
steering column.
There are four positions.
O : Turns the exterior lamps off.
AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on
and off automatically depending on
outside lighting.
; : 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 0 147.
.
Daytime Running Lamps
(DRL) 0 149.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
With the ignition in ACC/
ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, 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
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.
f : Pull the lever toward you to
spray windshield washer fluid and
activate the wipers.
See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 96.
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Climate Controls
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with
this system.
1. Manual Fan Control Knob
2. MAX Defrost
3. Defrost/Defog
4. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
5. Recirculation
6. eco Climate Mode Button
7. Temperature Control Knob
8. Driver and Passenger Heated
Seats (If Equipped)
9. MAX Climate Mode Button
10. Power Button
11. Air Delivery Mode Controls
12. Rear Window Defogger
See Automatic Climate Control
System 0 155.
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System
Your vehicle has an infotainment
system. See the infotainment
manual.
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
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1 : Press to turn the cruise control
system on and off. A white indicator
comes on in the instrument cluster
when cruise is turned on.
* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set
speed from memory.
+RES : If there is a set speed in
memory, press to resume 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.
See Cruise Control 0 191.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the instrument
cluster. It shows the status of many
vehicle systems.
w or x : Press to go to the
previous or next selection.
o or p : Press to move between
the interactive display zones in the
cluster. Press
previous menu.
V : Press to open a menu or select
a menu item. Press and hold to
reset values on certain screens.
See Instrument Cluster 0 100 and
Driver Information Center
(DIC) 0 128.
o to go back to the
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or
reduce the harm caused by
front-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator,
is detected ahead. This indicator
displays amber if you follow a
vehicle much too closely. When
approaching a vehicle ahead too
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
alert on the windshield and rapidly
beeps.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0 198.
V, when a vehicle
Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System
If the vehicle has Forward Collision
Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which
includes Intelligent Brake
Assist (IBA). When the system
detects a vehicle ahead in your path
that is traveling in the same
direction that you may be about to
crash into, it can provide a boost to
braking or automatically brake the
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vehicle. This can help avoid or
lessen the severity of crashes when
driving in a forward gear.
See Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
System 0 200.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
If equipped, LKA may help avoid
crashes due to unintentional lane
departures. It may assist by gently
turning the steering wheel if the
vehicle approaches a detected lane
marking without using a turn signal
in that direction. It may also provide
a Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
alert as the lane marking is crossed.
The system will not assist or alert if
it detects that you are actively
steering. Override LKA by turning
the steering wheel. LKA uses a
camera to detect lane markings
between 60 km/h (37 mph) and
180 km/h (112 mph).
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
0 204 and Lane Keep Assist
(LKA) 0 204.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
If equipped, the LCA system is a
lane-changing aid that assists
drivers with avoiding lane change
crashes that occur with moving
vehicles in the side blind zone (or
spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly
approaching these areas from
behind. The LCA warning display
will light up in the corresponding
outside side mirror and will flash if
the turn signal is on. The Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) system is
included as part of the LCA system.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
0 202 and Lane Change Alert
(LCA) 0 202.
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC displays a view of
the area behind the vehicle on the
center stack display when the
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to
aid with parking and low-speed
backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 194.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
If equipped, the RCTA system uses
a triangle with an arrow displayed
on the RVC screen to warn of traffic
behind your vehicle that may cross
your vehicle's path while in
R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will
sound.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 194.
Parking Assist
If equipped, Rear Parking Assist
(RPA) uses sensors on the rear
bumper to assist with parking and
avoiding objects while in
R (Reverse). It operates at speeds
less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may
display a warning triangle on the
RVC screen and a graphic on the
instrument cluster to provide the
object distance. In addition, multiple
beeps may occur if very close to an
object.
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The vehicle may also have the Front
Parking Assist system.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0 194.
Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
If equipped, the APA system helps
to search for and maneuver the
vehicle into parallel or perpendicular
parking spots using automatic
steering, DIC displays, and beeps.
When the vehicle speed is below
30 km/h (18 mph), press
enable the system.
See “Automatic Parking Assist
(APA)” under Assistance Systems
for Parking or Backing 0 194.
O to
Power Outlets
The accessory power outlets can be
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
There are two accessory power
outlets:
.
In the storage area below the
climate control system.
.
On the rear of the front console
armrest.
The power outlets supply power
while the vehicle is on, or if the
vehicle is in Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). See Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0 175.
Lift the cover to access and replace
when not in use.
See Power Outlets 0 98.
Battery and Efficiency
High Voltage Safety Information
Warning
{
Exposure to high voltage can
cause shock, burns, and even
death. The high voltage
components in the vehicle can
only be serviced by technicians
with special training.
High voltage components are
identified by labels. Do not
remove, open, take apart,
or modify these components.
High voltage cable or wiring has
orange covering or labels. Do not
probe, tamper with, cut, or modify
high voltage cable or wiring.
This vehicle has a high voltage
battery and a standard 12-volt
battery.
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If the vehicle is in a crash, the
sensing system may shut down the
high voltage system. When this
occurs, the high voltage battery is
disconnected and the vehicle will
not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE
SOON message in the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will be
displayed. Before the vehicle can be
operated again, it must be serviced
at your dealer.
Warning
{
Damage to the high voltage
battery or high voltage system
can create a risk of electric shock,
overheating, or fire.
If the vehicle is damaged from a
moderate to severe crash, flood,
fire, or other event, the vehicle
should be inspected as soon as
possible. Until the vehicle has
been inspected, store it outside at
least 15 m (50 ft) from any
structure or anything that can
burn. Ventilate the vehicle by
opening a window or a door.
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
Contact Customer Assistance as
soon as possible to determine
whether an inspection is needed.
See Customer Assistance
Offices 0 335.
See Battery - North America 0 246
for important safety information.
If an airbag has inflated, see What
Will You See after an Airbag
Inflates? 0 66.
Only a trained service technician
with the proper knowledge and tools
should inspect, test, or replace the
high voltage battery. See your
dealer if the high voltage battery
needs service.
See Battery - North America 0 246.
Charging
This section explains the process
for charging the high voltage battery.
Do not allow the vehicle to remain in
temperature extremes for long
periods without being driven or
plugged in. It is recommended that
the vehicle be plugged in when
temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F)
and above 32 °C (90 °F) to
maximize high voltage battery life.
When using a 120-volt AC electrical
outlet, it will take approximately
13 hours to charge the vehicle with
the 12 amp AC current setting or
19 hours using the default 8 amp
AC current setting. When using a
240-volt charging station, it will take
approximately 4.5 hours to charge
the vehicle. Charge times will vary
with outside temperature. There are
three ways to program how the
vehicle is charged. See
Programmable Charging 0 118.
The charging system may run fans
and pumps that result in sounds
from the vehicle while it is turned
off. Additional unexpected clicking
sounds may be caused by the
electrical devices used while
charging.
While the charge cord is plugged
into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot
be driven.
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Start Charge
A portable charge cord used to
charge the vehicle high voltage
battery is stored in the left storage
compartment in the rear cargo area.
1. Place the vehicle in P (Park)
with the ignition off.
2. Push the rearward edge of the
charge port door in and release
to open the door.
In cold weather conditions, ice
may form around the charge
port door. Remove ice from the
area before attempting to open
or close the charge port door.
3. Open the rear hatch. Open the
left storage compartment door
and remove the charge cord.
The vehicle plug is stored as
shown.
4. Plug the charge cord into the
electrical outlet. See Electrical
Requirements for Battery
Charging 0 220. Verify the
charge cord status. See
Charge Cord 0 213. Select the
appropriate charge level using
the Charge Limit Preference
screen on the center stack.
See “Charge Limit Selection”
under Programmable
Charging 0 118.
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5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the
charge cord into the charge
port on the vehicle. Verify that
the charging status indicator
illuminates on top of the
instrument panel and an
audible beep occurs. See
Charging Status
Feedback 0 208.
6. To arm the charge cord theft
alert, lock the vehicle with the
RKE transmitter. To disable this
feature, see “Charge Cord
Theft Alert” in Vehicle
Personalization 0 139.
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End Charge
1. Unlock the vehicle with the
RKE transmitter to disarm the
charge cord theft alert.
2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the
charge cord from the vehicle.
3. Close the charge port door by
pressing firmly on the rearward
edge of the door surface.
4. Unplug the charge cord from
the electrical outlet.
5. Place the charge cord into the
storage compartment.
Charge Cord
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 343.
Important Information about
Portable Electric Vehicle Charging
.
Charging an electric vehicle can
stress a building’s electrical
system more than a typical
household appliance.
.
Before plugging into any
electrical outlet, have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the
electrical system (electrical
outlet, wiring, junctions, and
protection devices) for
heavy-duty service at a 12 amp
continuous load.
.
Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or be
damaged over time, making
them unsuitable for electric
vehicle charging.
.
Check the electrical outlet/plug
while charging and discontinue
use if the electrical outlet/plug is
hot, then have the electrical
outlet serviced by a qualified
electrician.
.
When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is
weatherproof while in use.
.
Mount the charging cord to
reduce strain on the electrical
outlet/plug.
Danger
{
Improper use of portable electric
vehicle charge cords may cause
a fire, electrical shock, or burns,
and may result in damage to
property, serious injury, or death.
.
Do not use extension cords,
multi-outlet power strips,
splitters, grounding
adaptors, surge protectors,
or similar devices.
.
Do not use an electrical
outlet that is worn or
damaged, or will not hold
the plug firmly in place.
.
Do not use an electrical
outlet that is not properly
grounded.
.
Do not use an electrical
outlet that is on a circuit with
other electrical loads.
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Charge Cord Status Indicators
See Charge Cord 0 213.
Charge Level Selection
Charge level selection can be made
using the Charge Limit Preference
screen on the center stack. See
“Charge Limit Selection” under
Programmable Charging 0 118.
Warning
{
Using a charge level that exceeds
the electrical circuit or electrical
outlet capacity may start a fire or
damage the electrical circuit. Use
the lowest charge level until a
qualified electrician inspects the
electrical circuit capacity. Use the
lowest charge level if the
electrical circuit or electrical outlet
capacity is not known.
1. Press the fuel door button on
the driver door for one second.
A WAIT TO REFUEL message
displays on the Driver
Information Center.
Fueling
The fuel system on this vehicle
requires a refueling process to
control evaporative emissions. To
refuel the vehicle:
2. When the READY TO REFUEL
message displays, the fuel
door on the passenger side will
unlock. To open the fuel door,
push and release the rearward
center edge of the door.
3. Turn the fuel cap
counterclockwise to remove.
While refueling, hang the fuel
cap tether from the hook on the
inside of the fuel door.
Complete refueling within
30 minutes of pressing the fuel
door button on the driver door.
If refueling after more than
30 minutes, press the fuel door
button again.
4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel
cap by turning it clockwise until
it clicks. Close the fuel door.
See Filling the Tank 0 222.
Regenerative Braking
Regenerative braking takes some of
the energy from the moving vehicle
and turns it back into electrical
energy. This energy is then stored in
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the high voltage battery system,
contributing to increased energy
efficiency.
Regen on Demand
This feature will slow the vehicle by
recapturing energy using the
steering wheel paddle.
See Regenerative Braking 0 188.
®
Service
Warning
{
Never try to do your own service
on high voltage components. You
can be injured and the vehicle
can be damaged if you try to do
your own service work. Service
and repair of these high voltage
components should only be
performed by a trained service
technician with the proper
knowledge and tools. See Doing
Your Own Service Work 0 230.
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control
The TCS limits wheel spin. The
system turns on automatically every
time the vehicle is powered up.
The Electronic Stability Control
system called StabiliTrak assists
with directional control of the vehicle
in difficult driving conditions. The
system turns on automatically every
time the vehicle is on.
.
To turn off traction control, press
and release
console behind the shift lever.
illuminates and the appropriate
Driver Information Center (DIC)
message is displayed. See Ride
Control System
Messages 0 136.
.
To turn off both traction control
and StabiliTrak, press and hold
g, until i and g come on and
g, on the center
stay on in the instrument cluster
and the appropriate DIC
message is displayed. See Ride
Control System
Messages 0 136.
.
Press and release
both systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0 189.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
i
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
g to turn on
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Vehicle Load Limits 0 169. 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 0 272.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates
engine oil life based on vehicle use
and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOON message when it is time
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. Select REMAINING OIL LIFE
on the DIC menu.
2. Press and hold
seconds while the Oil Life
display is active to reset the Oil
Life system.
3. 100% OIL LIFE will be
displayed when the oil life
system is successfully reset.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 236.
V for several
Driving for Better Energy Efficiency
Use the following tips to help
maximize energy efficiency and
range.
In colder temperatures, while these
efficiency tips will help, the electric
vehicle driving range may be lower
due to higher energy usage.
Driving Style
Efficiency Gauge (Instrument
Cluster)
The ball indicator should be kept
green and toward the center of the
gauge for efficient operation.
Inefficient acceleration is indicated
when the ball turns yellow and
travels above the center of the
gauge.
Aggressive braking is indicated
when the ball turns yellow and
travels below the center of the
gauge.
Acceleration/Braking/Coasting
Avoid unnecessary rapid
accelerations and decelerations.
Electric range is maximized at
80 km/h (50 mph) and below. Higher
speeds use more energy and can
significantly reduce electric range.
Use cruise control when
appropriate.
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Plan ahead for decelerations and
coast whenever possible. For
example, do not rush to traffic
signals.
Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast.
The vehicle recovers energy while
coasting and braking in D (Drive)
or L (Low).
Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection
Use Normal Mode when possible.
Sport Mode provides more
responsive acceleration than
Normal Mode but can reduce
efficiency.
Use Mountain Mode prior to
climbing long, steep grades in
mountainous areas. Be sure to
engage Mountain Mode before
starting to climb. Mountain Mode
reduces electric range and power
but may be needed to maintain
speeds or steep grades.
Use Hold Mode on a trip where it is
expected that all of the electric
charge will be depleted. Use Hold
Mode mainly during highway or high
speed driving to maximize both EV
miles and fuel efficiency.
Use L (Low) in heavy stop-and-go
traffic or when traveling downhill.
L (Low) requires less brake pedal
application and provides a
controlled, efficient way to slow the
vehicle down.
Climate Setting
Using the heat and air conditioning
systems decreases the energy
available for electric driving.
Optimal energy efficiency is
achieved with the heat, air
conditioning, and fan turned off.
Less energy is used at low fan
speeds. When using the fan:
.
Fan Only is the most energy
efficient climate setting as long
as
0 is not selected.
.
Use eco for moderate air
conditioning and heater
operation. This is the next most
energy efficient setting as long
as
0 is not selected.
.
MAX provides the most comfort
but is the least energy efficient.
Use the auto heated seat feature
and the heated steering wheel
instead of climate settings. Heating
the seat and steering wheel uses
less energy than heating the vehicle
interior.
Use remote start to heat or cool the
interior when the vehicle is plugged
in to maximize the electric range by
utilizing electricity from the electrical
outlet.
Engine Assisted Heating,
if equipped, can be personalized
while plugged in. See “Engine
Assist Heat Plugged In” under
Vehicle Personalization 0 139.
In hot weather, avoid parking in
direct sunlight or use sunshades
inside the vehicle.
Turn off the front and rear window
defog/defrost when they are no
longer needed.
Avoid driving with the windows open
at highway speeds.
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Vehicle Charging/Maintenance
Charging
Keep the vehicle plugged in, even
when fully charged, to keep the
battery temperature ready for the
next drive. This is important when
outside temperatures are extremely
hot or cold.
Maintenance
Always keep the tires properly
inflated and the vehicle properly
aligned.
The weight of excess cargo in the
vehicle affects efficiency and range.
Avoid carrying more than is needed.
If fuel is not regularly used, consider
keeping the fuel tank only one-third
full. Excess fuel weight impacts
efficiency and range.
For fuel recommendations, see
Fuel 0 221.
Avoid unnecessary use of electrical
accessories. Power used for
functions other than propelling the
vehicle will reduce EV range.
Using a rooftop carrier will reduce
efficiency due to additional weight
and drag.
Roadside Assistance Program
U.S.: 1-888-811-1926
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. This
program provides security and
convenience in the event of an
on-road failure or emergency
situation. Service is provided
24 hours a day, 365 days a year for
the duration of the vehicle’s
powertrain warranty.
See Roadside Assistance
Program 0 337.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Delayed Locking . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 39
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 39
Lockout Protection . . . . . .. . . . . . . 39
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . 40
Doors
Hatch . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 41
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . .... . . . . . 42
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 42
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 43
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . 44
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . ...... 45
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . 45
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 45
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 45
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 45
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . 45
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 48
Keys and Locks
Keys
Warning
{
Leaving children in a vehicle with
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is dangerous and
children or others could be
seriously injured or killed. They
could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the
vehicle move. The windows will
function with the RKE transmitter
in the vehicle, and children or
others could be caught in the path
of a closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.
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To remove the key, press the button
near the bottom of the RKE
transmitter, and pull the key out.
Never pull the key out without
pressing the button.
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 the vehicle.
See your dealer if a replacement
There is a key inside the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter that
can be used for all locks.
key or an additional key is needed.
If it becomes difficult to turn the key
in a vehicle lock, inspect the key
blade for debris. Periodically clean
with a brush or pick.
If locked out of the vehicle, call
Roadside Assistance. See Roadside
Assistance Program 0 337. With an
active OnStar subscription, an
OnStar Advisor may remotely
unlock the vehicle. See OnStar
Overview 0 347.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
See Radio Frequency
Statement 0 343.
If there is a decrease in the RKE
operating range:
.
Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle.
.
Check the location. Other
vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
.
Check the transmitter's battery.
See “Battery Replacement” later
in this section.
.
If the transmitter is still not
working correctly, see your
dealer or a qualified technician
for service.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
The Keyless Access system allows
for vehicle entry when the
transmitter is within range. See
“Keyless Access Operation” later in
this section.
The RKE transmitter functions may
work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from
the vehicle.
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