2012 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual

Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1)

2012 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual M

In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4 Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32 Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Battery and Efficiency. . . . . . . . 1-20 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20
Performance and Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1 Trademarks and License
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2 Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31
Keys, Doors, and Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1 Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 5-4 Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-29 Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45 Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-53 Electric Vehicle Operating
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-62 Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-33
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5


2012 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual M

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-38 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-13
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53 Special Application Vehicle Data Recording and
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-58 Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8 Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-58 Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8 OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 Recommended Fluids, OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12 OnStar Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-6 Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-14 OnStar Additional
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-26 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-26 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30 Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40 Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-68
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-73
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-78


Introduction iii

This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners
may or may not be on your specific
vehicle either because they are Propriétaires Canadiens
options that you did not purchase or A French language copy of this
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iv Introduction

Using this Manual Symbols
{ WARNING
To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and
the vehicle, use the Index in the These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of
back of the manual. It is an that could hurt you or other text. Symbols are shown along with
alphabetical list of what is in the people. the text describing the operation or
manual and the page number where information relating to a specific
it can be found. component, control, message,
Notice: This means there is
gauge, or indicator.
something that could result in
Danger, Warnings, and property or vehicle damage. This M : This symbol is shown when
Cautions would not be covered by the you need to see your owner manual
vehicle's warranty. for additional instructions or
Warning messages found on vehicle
information.
labels and in this manual describe
hazards and what to do to avoid or * : This symbol is shown when
reduce them. you need to see a service manual
for additional instructions or
Danger indicates a hazard with a
information.
high level of risk which will result in
serious injury or death.
Warning or Caution indicates a A circle with a slash through it is a
hazard that could result in injury or safety symbol which means “Do
death. Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let
this happen.”


Introduction v

Vehicle Symbol Chart f: Electric Parking Brake * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Here are some additional symbols d: Electronic Stability : : Oil Pressure
that may be found on the vehicle Control (ESC)
and what they mean. For more O : Power
information on the symbol, refer to B : Engine Coolant Temperature B : Remote Vehicle Start
the Index. O : Exterior Lamps > : Safety Belt Reminders
9 : Airbag Readiness Light y : Fault g : StabiliTrak® Disable
# : Air Conditioning g : First Responder 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) . : Fuel Gauge i : Traction Control System (TCS)
b / g : Audio Steering Wheel
®
+ : Fuses Disable
Controls or OnStar
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Q : Vehicle Ready
I: Brake System Warning Changer M : Windshield Washer Fluid
Light
_: High Voltage
A : Charge Port Door j: LATCH System Child
" : Charging System (12‐Volt Restraints
Battery)
[: Leaf
I: Cruise Control


vi Introduction

2 NOTES


In Brief 1-1

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
In Brief Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-14 System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Electronic Stability
Instrument Panel
Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Vehicle Features Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-26
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Tire Sealant and
Initial Drive Information Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4 Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-18 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Driving for Better Energy
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-18 Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Roadside Assistance
Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19 Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-29
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 Battery and Efficiency
Head Restraint High Voltage Safety
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Passenger Sensing Fueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Total Vehicle Range . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . 1-24
Steering Wheel Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12


1-2 In Brief

Instrument Panel


In Brief 1-3

A. Air Vents on page 8‑8. H. Light Sensor. See Daytime R. Leaf Button. See Center Stack
B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. Running Lamps (DRL) on Display on page 5‑29.
See Turn and Lane-Change page 6‑2. S. DRIVE MODE Button. See
Signals on page 6‑3. I. Instrument Panel Storage on Driver Selected Operating
Exterior Lamp Controls on page 4‑1. Modes on page 9‑22.
page 6‑1. J. Automatic Climate Control T. Power Button on page 9‑16.
Pedestrian Friendly Alert on System on page 8‑1. U. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive
page 5‑7. K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Unit on page 9‑28.
C. Instrument Cluster on Controls. See Driver Information V. Infotainment on page 7‑1.
page 5‑10. Center (DIC) on page 5‑43.
Navigation System. See the
Driver Information Center (DIC) L. Instrument Panel Illumination separate navigation system
Display. See Driver Information Control on page 6‑4. manual.
Center (DIC) on page 5‑43. M. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out W. Electric Parking Brake on
D. Windshield Wiper/Washer on of View). See Malfunction page 9‑30.
page 5‑7. Indicator Lamp on page 5‑19.
X. Power Door Locks on
E. Heated Front Seats on page 3‑7 N. Cruise Control on page 9‑36. page 2‑11.
(If Equipped). O. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Y. Hazard Warning Flashers on
F. Center Stack Display on page 5‑6. page 6‑3.
page 5‑29. P. Horn on page 5‑7.
G. Charging Status Indicator. See Q. Steering Wheel Controls on
Charging Status Feedback on page 5‑6 (If Equipped).
page 9‑47.


1-4 In Brief

Initial Drive 7 : Press and release to locate
the vehicle. Press and hold for
Information three seconds to sound the panic
This section provides a brief alarm. Press again to cancel the
overview about some of the panic alarm.
important features that may or may B: Press Q and then press and
not be on your specific vehicle. hold B within five seconds to
For more detailed information, refer start the vehicle's heating or air
to each of the features which can be conditioning systems and rear
found later in this owner manual. window defogger from outside the
vehicle using the RKE transmitter.
Remote Keyless Entry Press the key release button to
See Remote Start on page 2‑7 for
(RKE) System more information.
extend the key. The key can be
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) used for all locks. A : Press to open the charge port
door. See Plug-In Charging on
transmitter will work up to 60 m K : Press once to unlock the driver page 9‑44 for more information.
(195 ft) away from the vehicle. door. Press a second time within
five seconds to unlock all doors. See Keys on page 2‑1 and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Q: Press to lock all doors. Operation on page 2‑2.
Lock and unlock feedback can be
personalized. See Vehicle
Personalization on page 5‑53.


In Brief 1-5

Remote Start After entering the vehicle during a Door Locks
remote start, press the POWER O
Use remote start to heat or cool the Keyless Access
interior when the vehicle is plugged button on the center stack with the
in to maximize electric range by brake pedal applied to operate as The RKE transmitter must be within
utilizing electricity from the wall normal. 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened.
outlet. The engine may start to Canceling Remote Start
support the climate control
operation. Normal operation of the To cancel a remote start, do any of
system will return after the vehicle the following:
has been turned on. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the
Activating the Remote Start vehicle and press and hold B
until the parking lamps turn off.
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the
vehicle.
. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
2. Press Q on the RKE transmitter;
the doors will lock.
. Press the POWER O button on
the center stack, with the brake
3. Within five seconds, press and pedal applied, then press the
hold B until the turn signal POWER O button again to turn
To unlock the door from the driver
lamps flash, or for approximately door, press the lock/unlock button
the vehicle off. on the door handle. Press again
four seconds. Pressing B again
See Remote Start on page 2‑7. within five seconds to unlock all
during a remote start will turn the passenger doors.
feature off.


1-6 In Brief

To lock the doors, press the lock/ The Keyless Access can be Power Door Locks
unlock button if: programmed to unlock all doors
. More than five seconds have on the first lock/unlock press from
passed. the driver door. See Vehicle
Personalization on page 5‑53.
. The lock/unlock button was used
to unlock all doors. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE):
The RKE transmitter must be within
. All doors are closed. 60 m (195 ft) of the vehicle.
To unlock all doors from the K: Press to unlock.
passenger door, press the lock/
unlock button on the door handle. Q: Press to lock.

To lock the doors, press the lock/ See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
unlock button if: System Operation on page 2‑2.
. The lock/unlock button was used Key: To unlock or lock the door,
turn the key left or right. The power door lock switches are
to unlock all doors. on the center stack.
Inside the vehicle: Use the door
. All doors are closed.
lock knob, the door handle, or the K: Press to unlock.
power door switch. See Door Locks Q: Press to lock.
on page 2‑10. See Power Door Locks on
page 2‑11.


In Brief 1-7

Hatch Remote Keyless Entry (RKE): Windows
To open the hatch with the doors
locked, the RKE transmitter must be
within 60 m (195 ft) of the vehicle.
Unlock the doors with the RKE
transmitter, then press the button on
the underside of the hatch and lift
up. Always close the hatch before
driving. Do not press the button
while closing the hatch; it will
unlatch again. See Hatch on
page 2‑13.

The power window switches are
Keyless Access with Remote
on the driver door armrest. Each
Keyless Entry (RKE): To open the
passenger door has a switch that
hatch with the doors locked, the
controls only that window.
RKE transmitter must be within
1 m (3 ft) of the trunk. Press the Press the front of the switch to lower
button on the underside of the hatch the window. Pull the switch up to
and lift up. raise it.
The driver and passenger windows
have an express-down feature and
the driver window has express-up.
See Power Windows on page 2‑18.


1-8 In Brief

Remote Window Operation Seat Adjustment Height Adjustment
Seat Position

Move the lever up or down to raise
or lower the seat.
To adjust the seat position:
See “Seat Height Adjuster” under
The vehicle may have remote 1. Pull the handle at the front of the Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.
operating windows that will open seat cushion to unlock it.
all the windows from outside the 2. Move the seat forward or
vehicle by pressing and holding K rearward and release the
on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) handle.
transmitter. 3. Try to move the seat back and
This feature can be disabled by a forth to be sure it is locked in
dealer technician. place.
See Power Windows on page 2‑18. See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4.


In Brief 1-9

Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright Heated Seats
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 3‑5.
To recline the seatback:
1. Lift the lever.
2. Move the seatback to the
desired position, and then If available, the controls are on the
release the lever to lock the center stack. To operate, the vehicle
seatback in place. must be on.
3. Push and pull on the seatback to Press M or L to heat the driver
make sure it is locked. or passenger seat cushion and
seatback.


1-10 In Brief

Press the button once for the Press the touch screen M AUTO Head Restraint
highest setting. With each press of
or L AUTO button. The button color Adjustment
the button, the heated seat will
change to the next lower setting, will change to green when this Do not drive until the head restraints
and then the off setting. Three lights feature is on.
for all occupants are installed and
indicate the highest setting and one When the vehicle is on, this feature adjusted properly.
light the lowest. will automatically activate the To achieve a comfortable seating
See Heated Front Seats on heated seats at the level required by
position, change the seatback
page 3‑7 for more information. the vehicle's interior temperature.
recline angle as little as necessary
The active high, medium, low, or off while keeping the seat and the
Auto Heated Seats heated seat level will be indicated head restraint height in the proper
by the manual heated seat button
position.
lights on the center stack. Use the
touch screen buttons or the manual For more information see Head
heated seat buttons on the center Restraints on page 3‑2 and Seat
stack to turn auto heated seats off. Adjustment on page 3‑4.
See Heated Front Seats on
page 3‑7 for more information.
The heated seats can also be
programmed to come on during
a remote start. See Vehicle
Personalization on page 5‑53 for
more information.
If available, the controls can be
accessed while the vehicle is on by
pressing the CLIMATE button on the
center stack.


In Brief 1-11

Safety Belts Passenger Sensing No other airbag is affected by the
passenger sensing system. See
System Passenger Sensing System on
page 3‑26 for more information.
The passenger airbag status
indicator lights on the overhead
console when the vehicle is started.
See Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator on page 5‑18.
United States
Mirror Adjustment
Exterior
Mirrors can be folded inward toward
Refer to the following sections for the vehicle to prevent damage when
important information on how to use going through an automatic car
safety belts properly: Canada wash. Push the mirror outward to
return it to the original position.
. Safety Belts on page 3‑11. The passenger sensing system
will turn off the front outboard See Folding Mirrors on page 2‑16.
. How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly on page 3‑12. passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag under certain conditions.
. Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑13.
. Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH System) on
page 3‑41.


1-12 In Brief

When the rear window defogger is Steering Wheel
activated, the heated mirriors,
if equipped, will also come on. See
Adjustment
Heated Mirrors on page 2‑16.
Interior
The vehicle has an automatic
dimming inside rearview mirror.
Automatic dimming reduces the
glare from the headlamps of the
vehicle behind you. The dimming
feature and the indicator light come
on each time the vehicle is started.
Controls for the outside power
Hold the mirror in the center to
mirrors are on the driver door.
adjust it. See Automatic Dimming
To adjust a mirror: Rearview Mirror on page 2‑17.
1. Move the selector switch to To adjust the steering wheel:
L (left) or R (right) to choose the 1. Pull the lever (A) down.
driver or passenger mirror.
2. Move the steering wheel up
2. Press the arrows on the control or down.
pad to move each mirror in the
desired direction. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel
closer or away from you.
3. Return the selector switch to the
center position. 4. Pull the lever (A) up to lock the
steering wheel in place.
See Power Mirrors on page 2‑16.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.


In Brief 1-13

Interior Lighting Reading Lamps

Dome Lamps There are front and rear reading
lamps.

The rear reading lamps are in the
headliner.
For more information on interior
lighting, see Instrument Panel
The dome lamp controls are in the
Illumination Control on page 6‑4.
overhead console.
To operate, press the following
buttons:
The front reading lamps are in the
': Press to turn on the dome overhead console.
lamps.
#$: Press to turn each lamp on
H: Press to turn the lamps on or off.
automatically when a door is
opened.
(: Press to turn the lamps off,
even when a door is open.


1-14 In Brief

Exterior Lighting For more information, see:
. Exterior Lamp Controls on
page 6‑1.
. Turn and Lane-Change Signals
on page 6‑3.
. Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer on page 6‑2. G: Move the lever up to G for
adjustable interval wipes, then turn
The exterior lamp control is on the
turn signal/lane change lever.
Windshield Wiper/Washer the band up for more frequent wipes
or down for less frequent wipes.
O : Turn to operate the exterior 9 : Use to turn the windshield
lamps. wipers off.
O: Turns the exterior lamps off. 3 : For a single wipe, briefly move
AUTO: Turns the exterior lamps on the wiper lever down. For several
and off automatically depending on wipes, hold the wiper lever down.
the exterior light.
The windshield wiper lever is on the Windshield Washer
;: Turns on the parking lamps,
side of the steering column. With
together with the sidemarker lamps, Pull the windshield wiper lever
the vehicle on, move the windshield toward you to spray windshield
taillamps, license plate lamps, and
wiper lever to select the wiper washer fluid and activate the wipers.
instrument panel lights.
speed.
5 : Turns on the headlamps, See Windshield Wiper/Washer on
2: Move the lever up to 2 for fast page 5‑7.
together with the parking lamps,
wipes.
sidemarker lamps, taillamps, license
plate lamps, and instrument panel 1: Move the lever up to 1 for slow
lights. wipes.


In Brief 1-15

Climate Controls E. Auto (Automatic Operation)

Heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled by using the climate F. Rear Window Defogger
control buttons and the climate touch screen. G. Manual Fan Control

Climate Control Buttons

A. Temperature Control C. Defrost
B. Driver and Passenger Heated D. Climate
Seats


1-16 In Brief

See Automatic Climate Control
System on page 8‑1.
Auto Heated Seats are selected
using the climate control touch
screen. See Heated Front Seats on
page 3‑7.

Climate Touch Screen Controls

A. Driver and Passenger Auto F. Climate Modes: Fan Only, ECO,
Heated Seats Comfort
B. Air Delivery Mode Controls G. Climate Power Gauge
C. Auto Recirculation H. Manual Fan Control
D. Manual Recirculation I. Temperature Setting Display
E. Outside Air Temperature J. Air Conditioning Indicator
Display K. Heat Status Indicator


In Brief 1-17

Vehicle Features Storing a Favorite Station knob or press the Time screen
button to display other options
Stations from all bands can be
within that feature.
Radio(s) stored in the favorite lists in any
order. Up to six stations can be 2. Press + or − to increase or
VOL/ O : Press to turn the system stored in each favorite page and the decrease the Hours and Minutes
on and off. Turn to increase or number of available favorite pages displayed on the clock.
decrease the volume. can be set. 12/24 HR Format: Press the 12 HR
SOURCE: Press to choose To store the station to a position in screen button for standard time;
between FM, AM, or XM™, the list, press the corresponding press the 24 HR screen button for
if equipped. numeric button 1 to 6 until a beep is military time.
TUNE/MENU: Turn to select radio heard. Day + or Day −: Press the Day +
stations. Press to select a menu. See “Storing a Station as a or Day − display buttons to increase
Favorite” in AM-FM Radio on or decrease the day.
r SEEK: Press to seek the
previous station or track. page 7‑7 for more information. Display: Press Display to turn the
Setting the Clock display of the time on the screen on
SEEK [ : Press to seek the next or off.
station or track. Adjusting the Time
See Clock on page 5‑42 for more
INFO: Press to show available The clock is in the center stack information.
information about the current station display.
or track.
To set the time:
See Overview on page 7‑2 for more
information about these and other 1. Press the CONFIG button to
radio features. enter the menu options. Turn the
TUNE/MENU knob to scroll
through the available setup
features. Press the TUNE/MENU


1-18 In Brief

Satellite Radio Portable Audio Devices See Bluetooth (Overview) on
page 7‑20 or Bluetooth
Vehicles with an XM™ satellite radio This vehicle has a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) (Infotainment Controls) on
tuner and a valid XM satellite radio auxiliary input and a USB port page 7‑21 or Bluetooth (Voice
subscription can receive XM located in the center stack. External Recognition) on page 7‑25.
programming. devices such as iPods®, laptop
computers, MP3 players, CD Steering Wheel Controls
XM Satellite Radio Service changers, and USB storage devices
XM is a satellite radio service based may be connected, depending on
in the 48 contiguous United States the audio system.
and 10 Canadian provinces. XM For more information, see Auxiliary
satellite radio has a wide variety of Devices on page 7‑15.
programming and commercial-free
music, coast to coast, and in
digital-quality sound. A fee is
Bluetooth®
required to receive the XM service. The Bluetooth system allows users
with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone
For more information refer to:
to make and receive hands-free
. www.xmradio.com or call calls using the vehicle audio system
1-800-929-2100 (U.S.). and controls.
. www.xmradio.ca or call The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone
1-877-438-9677 (Canada). must be paired with the in-vehicle For vehicles with audio steering
Bluetooth system before it can be wheel controls, some audio controls
For more information, see Satellite can be adjusted at the steering
Radio on page 7‑9. used in the vehicle. Not all phones
will support all functions. wheel.
b / g : Press to interact with an
Onstar, Bluetooth, or navigation
system (if equipped).


In Brief 1-19

$ / i : Press to silence the Cruise Control SET/− : Move the thumbwheel
vehicle speakers only. Press again down to set a speed and activate
to turn the sound on. For vehicles cruise control or to make the vehicle
with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, decelerate.
press to reject an incoming call, See Cruise Control on page 9‑36.
or to end a current call.
_ SRC ^ : Turn _ or ^ to select a Navigation System
radio band or audio source. If the vehicle has a navigation
Turn _ or ^ to select the next or system, there is a separate
previous favorite radio station, CD navigation system manual that
track, DVD track/chapter (with includes information on the radio,
navigation), or MP3 track. audio players, and navigation
system.
Press SRC to change between
radio and CD or DVD. The cruise control buttons are on The navigation system provides
the steering wheel. detailed maps of most major
Press and hold SRC to interact with freeways and roads. After a
the navigation system. 1 : Press to turn the cruise control destination has been set, the
system on and off. An indicator light system provides turn-by-turn
+ x −: Press + to increase or − to
will turn on or off in the instrument instructions for reaching the
decrease the volume. cluster. destination. In addition, the system
For more information, see Steering *: Press to disengage cruise can help locate a variety of points
Wheel Controls on page 5‑6. control without erasing the set of interest (POIs), such as banks,
speed from memory. airports, restaurants, and more.
RES/+ : Move the thumbwheel up See the navigation system manual
to resume to a previously set speed for more information.
or to accelerate.


1-20 In Brief

Power Outlets Battery and Efficiency If the vehicle is in a crash, the
sensing system may shut down the
The accessory power outlets can be high voltage system. When this
used to plug in electrical equipment, High Voltage Safety occurs, the high voltage battery is
such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Information disconnected and the vehicle will
There are three accessory power not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE
outlets: { WARNING SOON message in the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will be
. Inside the front of the center
Exposure to high voltage can displayed. Before the vehicle can be
floor console. operated again, it must be serviced
cause shock, burns, and even
. On the rear of the center floor death. The high voltage at your dealer.
console. components in the vehicle can See Battery on page 10‑23 for
. Inside the instrument panel only be serviced by technicians important safety information. If an
storage area. with special training. airbag has inflated, see What Will
The power outlets supply power High voltage components are You See after an Airbag Inflates? on
while the vehicle is on, or if the page 3‑24.
identified by labels. Do not
vehicle is in Retained Accessory remove, open, take apart, Only a trained service technician
Power (RAP). See Retained or modify these components. with the proper knowledge and tools
Accessory Power (RAP) on High voltage cable or wiring has should inspect, test, or replace the
page 9‑19. orange covering. Do not probe, high voltage battery. See your
Remove the cover to access and tamper with, cut, or modify high dealer if the high voltage battery
replace when not in use. voltage cable or wiring. needs service.

See Power Outlets on page 5‑9. See Battery on page 10‑23.
This vehicle has a high voltage
battery and a standard 12‐volt
battery.


In Brief 1-21

Charging While the charge cord is plugged one second and release to open
into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot the charge port door. The charge
The high voltage battery can be be driven. port door can also be opened
charged using a household using the RKE transmitter. See
electrical outlet. There are three Charging Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
ways to program how the vehicle System Operation on page 2‑2.
Start Charge
is charged. See Charging on
page 5‑31 for more information. In cold weather conditions, ice
may form around the charge port
This section explains the process door. The charge port door may
for charging the high voltage battery. not open on the first attempt.
Do not allow the vehicle to remain in Remove ice from the area and
temperature extremes for long repeat attempting to open the
periods without being driven or charge port door.
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.
The charging system may run fans
and pumps that result in sounds 1. The charge port door release
from the vehicle while it is turned button is on the driver door inner
off. Additional unexpected clicking trim panel. With the vehicle in
sounds may be caused by the P (Park), press the button for
electrical devices used while
charging.


1-22 In Brief

indicators are both green. See feature, see “Charge Cord Theft
Charge Cord on page 9‑50 for Alert” in Vehicle Personalization
more information. on page 5‑53.
End Charge
1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter to disarm the charge
cord theft alert.

2. Open the rear hatch, lift the load
support floor covering (A), and
remove the charge cord (D). It is
located near the tire sealant and
compressor kit (C). Pull up on 4. Then plug in the vehicle plug of
the charge cord handle (D) to the charge cord into the charge
release it from the handle port on the vehicle. Verify that 2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the
clip (E). Lift the charge cord up the charging status indicator charge cord from the vehicle by
and rearward to remove it from illuminates on top of the squeezing the vehicle plug lever
the vehicle. The vehicle plug (B) instrument panel and a horn and pull to remove.
is stored as shown. chirp occurs. See Charging 3. Close the charge port door by
3. Plug the charge cord into the Status Feedback on page 9‑47 pressing firmly in the center to
electrical outlet. See Electrical for more information. latch properly.
Requirements for Battery 5. To arm the charge cord theft 4. Unplug the charge cord from the
Charging on page 9‑52. Verify alert, lock the vehicle with the electrical outlet.
that the charge cord status RKE transmitter. To disable this


In Brief 1-23

5. Before storing the charge cord, Fueling
have the charge cord face up
and wrap the charge cable The fuel system on this vehicle
neatly counterclockwise around requires a refueling process to
the body of the charge cord. control evaporative emissions. To
refuel the vehicle:

6. Place the charge cord, face
down, into the storage
compartment with the front
edge (F) of the charge cord
body under the clips (G) located
in the front of the storage
compartment. The vehicle
plug (B) should be on the right 1. Press the fuel door button on
side of the charge cord. the driver door for one second.
A WAIT TO REFUEL message
7. Push the charge cord handle displays on the Driver
down until it locks into the Information Center.
handle clip at the rear of the
storage compartment.


1-24 In Brief

4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel Regenerative Braking
cap by turning it clockwise until it
clicks. Close the fuel door. Regenerative braking takes some of
the energy from the moving vehicle
See Filling the Tank on page 9‑56. and turns it back into electrical
energy. This energy is then stored
Total Vehicle Range back into the high voltage battery
system, contributing to increased
energy efficiency.
2. When the READY TO REFUEL See Regenerative Braking on
message displays, the fuel door page 9‑32.
on the passenger side will
unlock. Push the rearward edge
of the fuel door in and release to
open the door.
3. Turn the fuel cap
counterclockwise to remove.
Total vehicle range is the remaining
While refueling, hang the fuel
distance the vehicle can be driven
cap tether from the hook on the
combining the electric range and
inside of the fuel door. Complete
fuel range.
refueling within 30 minutes of
pushing the fuel door button on See Driving for Better Energy
the driver door. If refueling more Efficiency on page 9‑2.
than 30 minutes, push the fuel
door button again.


In Brief 1-25

Service Performance and Electronic Stability
Maintenance Control (ESC)
{ WARNING The Electronic Stability Control
Never try to do your own service Traction Control system called StabiliTrak assists
with directional control of the vehicle
on high voltage components. You System (TCS) in difficult driving conditions. The
can be injured and the vehicle
The TCS limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every
can be damaged if you try to do
system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is on.
your own service work. Service time the vehicle is on.
and repair of these high voltage . To turn off both traction control
components should only be
. To turn off traction control, press and StabiliTrak, press and hold
performed by a trained service and release the TCS/ESC the TCS/ESC button located on
technician with the proper button, located on the overhead the overhead console, until i
knowledge and tools. See Doing console. i illuminates and the and g illuminate in the
Your Own Service Work on appropriate DIC message is instrument cluster and the
page 10‑6. displayed. See Ride Control appropriate DIC message is
System Messages on page 5‑50. displayed. See Ride Control
. Press and release the TCS/ESC System Messages on page 5‑50.
button again to turn on traction . Press and release the TCS/ESC
control. button to turn on both systems.
For more information, see Traction For more information, see Electronic
Control System (TCS) on Stability Control (ESC) on
page 9‑33. page 9‑34.


1-26 In Brief

Tire Pressure Monitor indicator that the tire pressures are Engine Oil Life System
getting low and the tires need to be
This vehicle may have a Tire inflated to the proper pressure. The engine oil life system calculates
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). engine oil life based on vehicle use
The TPMS does not replace normal and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
monthly tire maintenance. It is the OIL SOON message when it is time
driver’s responsibility to maintain to change the engine oil and filter.
correct tire pressures. The oil life system should be reset
See Tire Pressure Monitor System to 100% only following an oil
on page 10‑47. change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
The TPMS warning light alerts you Tire Sealant and
1. Use the SELECT knob to select
to a significant loss in pressure of Compressor Kit OIL LIFE on the DIC menu.
one of the vehicle's tires. If the
warning light comes on, stop as This vehicle may have a tire sealant 2. Press SELECT to start the OIL
soon as possible and inflate the and compressor kit that can be used LIFE reset procedure.
tires to the recommended pressure to seal small punctures in the tread
area of the tire. Significant sidewall 3. The DIC menu will display “Are
shown on the Tire and Loading
damage will require the tire to be you sure that you want to reset?”
Information label. See Vehicle Load
replaced. Use SELECT to choose YES to
Limits on page 9‑11. The warning
reset oil life or NO to exit and
light will remain on until the tire See Tire Sealant and Compressor return to the previous menu.
pressure is corrected. Kit on page 10‑60 for complete
During cooler conditions, the low tire operating information.
pressure warning light may appear
when the vehicle is first started and
then turn off. This may be an early


In Brief 1-27

4. If YES is selected, the DIC menu Aggressive braking is indicated Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection
will display RESET OIL LIFE for when the ball turns yellow and Use Normal Mode when possible.
a short time and then 100% OIL travels below the center of the
LIFE will be displayed when OIL gauge. Sport Mode provides more
LIFE is successfully reset. responsive acceleration than
Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Normal Mode but can reduce
See Engine Oil Life System on efficiency.
page 10‑12. Avoid unnecessary rapid
accelerations and decelerations. Use Mountain Mode prior to
Driving for Better Energy Electric range is maximized at climbing long, steep grades in
80 km/h (50 mph) and below. Higher mountainous areas. Be sure to
Efficiency speeds use more energy and can engage Mountain Mode before
Use the following tips to help significantly reduce electric range. starting to climb. Mountain Mode
maximize energy efficiency and reduces electric range and power
Use cruise control when but may be needed to maintain
range. appropriate. speeds above 96 km/h (60 mph)
Driving Style Plan ahead for decelerations and when climbing grades of 5% or
Efficiency Gauge (Instrument coast whenever possible. For greater.
Cluster) example, do not rush to traffic Use L (Low) in heavy stop‐and‐go
signals. traffic or when traveling downhill.
The ball indicator should be kept
green and in the center of the Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast. L (Low) requires less brake pedal
gauge. The vehicle recovers energy while application and provides a
coasting and braking in D (Drive) controlled, efficient way to slow the
Inefficient acceleration is indicated or L (Low). vehicle down.
when the ball turns yellow and
travels above the center of the
gauge.


1-28 In Brief

Climate Setting Use remote start to heat or cool the Maintenance
interior when the vehicle is plugged Always keep the tires properly
Using the heat and air conditioning
in to maximize the electric range by inflated and the vehicle properly
systems decreases the energy
utilizing electricity from the electrical aligned.
available for electric driving.
outlet.
Optimal energy efficiency is The weight of excess cargo in the
In hot weather, avoid parking in vehicle affects efficiency and range.
achieved with the heat, air
direct sunlight or use sunshades Avoid carrying more than is needed.
conditioning, and fan turned off.
inside the vehicle.
Less energy is used at low fan If fuel is not regularly used, consider
Turn off the front and rear window keeping the fuel tank only one‐third
speeds. When using the fan:
defog/defrost when they are no full. Excess fuel weight impacts
. Fan Only is the most energy longer needed. efficiency and range.
efficient climate setting as long
Avoid driving with the windows open Use premium fuel.
as 0 is not selected. at highway speeds.
. ECO is for moderate air Avoid unnecessary use of electrical
Vehicle Charging/Maintenance accessories. Power used for
conditioning and heater
operation and is the next most Charging functions other than propelling the
energy efficient setting as long vehicle will reduce EV range.
Keep the vehicle plugged in, even
as 0 is not selected when fully charged, to keep the Using a rooftop carrier will reduce
battery temperature ready for the efficiency due to additional weight
. Comfort provides the most and drag.
comfort but is the least energy next drive. This is important when
efficient. outside temperatures are extremely
hot or cold.
Use the auto heated seat feature
instead of climate settings. Heating
the seat uses less energy than
heating the vehicle interior.


In Brief 1-29

Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance and OnStar OnStar®
Program If you have an active OnStar If equipped, this vehicle has a
U.S.: 1-888-811-1926 subscription, press the Q button comprehensive, in-vehicle system
and the current GPS location will that can connect to a live Advisor
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 be sent to an OnStar advisor who for Emergency, Security, Navigation,
Canada: 1-800-268-6800 will assess your problem, contact Connection, and Diagnostic
Roadside Assistance, and relay Services. See OnStar Overview on
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, your exact location to get the help page 14‑1 for more information.
you are automatically enrolled in you need.
the Roadside Assistance program.
This program provides security and Online Owner Center
convenience in the event of an The Online Owner Center is a
on-road failure or emergency complimentary service that includes
situation. Service is provided online service reminders, vehicle
24 hours a day, 365 days a year for maintenance tips, online owner
the 5 year/160 000 km (100,000 mi) manual, special privileges,
coverage period. and more.
See Roadside Assistance Program Sign up today at:
on page 13‑6 for more information. www.chevyownercenter.com
(U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada).


1-30 In Brief

2 NOTES


Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1

Keys, Doors, and Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Keys and Locks
Windows Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . .
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2-14
2-15 Keys
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-15
Keys and Locks Exterior Mirrors
{ WARNING
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Leaving children in a vehicle with
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous for many
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 reasons; children or others could
System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Interior Mirrors be badly injured or even killed.
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Automatic Dimming Rearview They could operate the power
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 windows or other controls or even
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 make the vehicle move. The
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . 2-12 Windows windows will function with the
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 RKE transmitter in the vehicle
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 and they could be seriously
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 injured or killed if caught in the
Doors
Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 path of a closing window. Do not
leave the RKE transmitter in a
vehicle with children.

The key that is part of the RKE
transmitter can be used for all locks.


2-2 Keys, Doors, and Windows

If locked out of the vehicle, call the
. Check the transmitter's battery.
Roadside Assistance Center. See See “Battery Replacement” later
Roadside Assistance Program on in this section.
page 13‑6. With an active OnStar . If the transmitter is still not
subscription, an OnStar Advisor working correctly, see your
may remotely unlock the vehicle. dealer or a qualified technician
See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1. for service.

Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System (RKE) System Operation
See Radio Frequency Statement on The RKE transmitter functions will
page 13‑16 for information work up to 60 m (195 ft) away from
Press the key release button on the regarding Part 15 of the Federal
RKE transmitter to extend the key. the vehicle.
Communications Commission (FCC)
Press the key release button and rules and Industry Canada Keep in mind that other conditions,
fold the key blade to retract the key. Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. such as those previously stated, can
The key has a bar-coded key tag impact the performance of the
If there is a decrease in the RKE transmitter.
that the dealer or qualified locksmith operating range:
can use to make new keys. Store
this information in a safe place, not . Check the distance. The
in the vehicle. transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle.
See your dealer if a replacement
key or an additional key is needed. . Check the location. Other
vehicles or objects may be
Notice: If the keys get locked in blocking the signal.
the vehicle, it may have to be
damaged to get them out. Always
carry a spare key.



Windows on page 2‑18. This feature sounds and the turn signals flash for
can be disabled by a service 30 seconds. Press again to cancel
technician. the panic alarm.
Q (Lock): Press to lock all doors. B (Remote Start): Press Q and
The hazard warning lamps will flash then press and hold B within
once and the anti-theft alarm system five seconds to start the vehicle's
will be armed. See Anti-theft Alarm heating or air conditioning systems
System on page 2‑14. and rear window defogger from
If the driver door is open when Q is outside the vehicle using the RKE
pressed, all doors lock and then transmitter. See Remote Start on
the driver door will unlock if the page 2‑7 for more information.
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out The auto heated seats, if equipped,
K (Unlock): Press once to unlock feature is enabled through the can be programmed to come on
the driver door. Press a second time vehicle personalization. See when the vehicle is remotely
within five seconds to unlock all “Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out” started. See Vehicle Personalization
doors. under Vehicle Personalization on on page 5‑53 for more information.
page 5‑53 for more information. Also see “Auto Heated Seats” under
The hazard warning lamps will This may vary based on vehicle Heated Front Seats on page 3‑7.
flash twice each time the button is personalization.
pressed and the anti-theft alarm A (Charge Port Door): Press to
system will be disarmed. See 7 (Panic Alarm): Press and open the charge port door. See
Anti-theft Alarm System on release one time to locate the Plug-In Charging on page 9‑44 for
page 2‑14. vehicle. The exterior lamps flash more information.
and the horn chirps three times.
On some models, pressing and Press and hold for three seconds to
holding K will open all of the sound the panic alarm. The horn
vehicle's windows. See Power


2-4 Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keyless Access Operation
. Two lock/unlock button presses Keyless Hatch Opening
were used to unlock all doors.
With the keyless access system, Press the button on the underside of
. Any vehicle door has opened
you can lock and unlock the doors the hatch and lift up to open if the
and access the hatch without and all doors are now closed. RKE transmitter is within range and
removing the RKE transmitter from The vehicle can be customized to the doors are locked. If the doors
your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. always unlock all doors on the first are unlocked, the transmitter is not
The RKE transmitter should be lock/unlock button press. required to open the hatch.
within 1 m (3 ft) of the door or hatch
being opened. Keyless Unlocking/Locking from Programming Transmitters to
Passenger Doors the Vehicle
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from
When the doors are locked and the Only RKE transmitters programmed
the Driver Door
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of to this vehicle will work. If a
When the doors are locked and the the door handle, pressing the lock/ transmitter is lost or stolen, a
RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of unlock button on that door handle replacement can be purchased and
the driver door handle, pressing the will unlock all doors. Pressing the programmed through your dealer.
lock/unlock button on the driver door lock/unlock button will cause all When the replacement transmitter
handle will unlock the driver door. doors to lock if any of the following is programmed to this vehicle, all
If the lock/unlock button is pressed occur: remaining transmitters must also be
again within five seconds, all reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen
. After the lock/unlock button was
passenger doors will unlock. transmitters will no longer work
used to unlock all doors.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will once the new transmitter is
cause all doors to lock if any of the . After any vehicle door has programmed. Each vehicle can
following occur: opened and all doors are now have up to five transmitters matched
closed. to it.
. It has been more than
five seconds since the first lock/
unlock button press.



Programming with a Recognized 5. Remove the transmitter from the
Transmitter transmitter slot and press K on
A new transmitter can be the transmitter.
programmed to the vehicle when To program additional
there is one recognized transmitter. transmitters, repeat Steps 3
For vehicles sold in Canada, two through 5.
recognized transmitters are required
to program a new transmitter. To When all additional transmitters
program, the vehicle must be off are programmed, press and
and all of the transmitters, both hold the POWER O button
currently recognized and new, must for 10 seconds to exit
be in the vehicle. programming mode.
1. Place the recognized 3. Remove the rubber mat in the Programming without a
transmitter(s) in the cupholder. instrument panel storage. Recognized Transmitter
Extend the key blade on the new
2. Insert the vehicle key of the new transmitter and insert the key Non-Canadian (U.S.) owners
transmitter into the key lock blade into the transmitter slot. are permitted to program a new
cylinder on the outside of the transmitter to their vehicle when a
driver door and turn the key to 4. Press and hold the POWER O recognized transmitter is not
the unlock position five times button on the center stack available. The Canadian regulations
within 10 seconds. for two seconds. When the require that Canadian owners see
The Driver Information Center transmitter is programmed, the their dealer for programming new
(DIC) displays READY FOR DIC will show that it is ready to transmitters when two recognized
REMOTE #2, 3, 4 OR 5. program the next transmitter. transmitters are not available.

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