Page 1 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2012 Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual Bulb Replacement ..10-28 Technical Data ....12-1 Electrical System ... . 10-32 Vehicle Identification .
Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name General Helm, Incorporated the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Motors of Canada Limited for...
Page 4: Using This Manual
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbol Chart
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuel Gauge Here are some additional symbols : Fuses that may be found on the vehicle : Headlamp High/Low-Beam and what they mean. For more Changer information on the symbol, refer to the Index. : LATCH System Child Restraints : Airbag Readiness Light : Malfunction Indicator Lamp...
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7 In Brief In Brief Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-9 Performance and Maintenance Mirror Adjustment ... . 1-10 Traction Control Steering Wheel System (TCS) ....1-19 ®...
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel...
Page 9: Initial Drive Information
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 3. M. Cruise Control on page 9 33. Initial Drive B. Exterior Lamp Controls on N. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Information page 6 1. page 5 2. This section provides a brief C.
Page 10: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Engine cranking can be stopped by Remote Vehicle Start Press to unlock the driver door or turning the ignition key to ACC/ all doors. For vehicles with this feature, the ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. See engine can be started from outside Press to lock all doors.
Page 11: Door Locks
In Brief Canceling a Remote Start Door Locks To cancel a remote start, do one of To lock or unlock the doors from the following: outside the vehicle: Aim the RKE transmitter at the Use the key in the driver door to lock all doors or unlock the vehicle and press and hold driver door only.
Page 12: Trunk Release
In Brief For more information see: Trunk Release Door Locks on page 2 6. To lock or unlock the trunk from the Central Locking System on outside, press on the RKE page 2 7. transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on Liftgate page 2 3.
Page 13: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Windows Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power Manual Windows (RAP) on page 9 19. Use the window crank to open and See Power Windows on page 2 15. close each window. Seat Adjustment See Manual Windows on page 2 14. Manual Seats Power Windows To open the trunk from outside of...
Page 14 In Brief 3. Try to move the seat back and Reclining Seatbacks 2. Move the seatback to the forth to be sure it is locked in desired position, and then place. release the lever to lock the seatback in place. See Seat Adjustment on page 3 4.
Page 15: Second Row Seats
In Brief Second Row Seats Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space. See Rear Seats on page 3 8. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints United States for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 16: Mirror Adjustment
1-10 In Brief The passenger airbag status Power Outside Mirrors Interior Mirror indicator will be visible on the Hold the inside rearview mirror in instrument panel when the vehicle is the center to move it for a clearer started. See Passenger Airbag view behind your vehicle.
Page 17: Interior Lighting
In Brief 1-11 Steering Wheel Interior Lighting Reading Lamps Adjustment Dome Lamps For vehicles with front reading lamps, they are located in the overhead console. : Press to turn each lamp on or off. To adjust the steering wheel: The dome lamp controls are located For more information about interior in the headliner above the rear 1.
Page 18: Exterior Lighting
1-12 In Brief Exterior Lighting Windshield Wiper/Washer : Turns on the parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights. : Turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, license plate lamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights. A warning Sedan chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is...
Page 19: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-13 Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger G. Recirculation For vehicles with these climate control systems, the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled for the vehicle. Hatchback Shown, Sedan Similar INT: Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn INT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less...
Page 20 1-14 In Brief Transmission Manual Transmission Up Shift Light Automatic Transmission Manual Mode This position allows you to change gears similar to a manual transmission. To use this feature: 1. Move the shift lever from D (Drive) rearward to Vehicles equipped with a manual M (Manual Mode).
Page 21: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-15 Reverse Lockout Vehicle Features MENU/TUNE: Turn to navigate the available menus. Turn to search for stations. Radio(s) CD/AUX: Press to play a CD when /VOL: Press to turn the system listening to the radio. on or off. For more information about these Turn to increase or decrease the and other radio features, see...
Page 22: Satellite Radio
1-16 In Brief ® Retrieving Stations A fee is required to receive the XM Bluetooth service. Press the FAV 1-2-3 button to open The Bluetooth system allows users a favorite page or to switch to For more information, refer to: with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone another favorite page.
Page 23: Steering Wheel Controls
In Brief 1-17 Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control : Press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. Press to silence the vehicle speakers while using the infotainment system. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call.
Page 24: Power Outlets
1-18 In Brief Sunroof : Press to disengage cruise : Use the thumbwheel to control without erasing the set scroll through the items in speed from memory. each menu. See Cruise Control on page 9 33. C. MENU: Press to display the DIC menu items.
Page 25: Performance And Maintenance
In Brief 1-19 ® Open/Close: To open the sunroof, Performance and StabiliTrak System press and hold the rear of the Maintenance The StabiliTrak system assists with switch. To close the sunroof, press directional control of the vehicle in and hold the front of the switch. difficult driving conditions.
Page 26 1-20 In Brief Tire Pressure Monitor During cooler conditions, the low tire If the vehicle came with a spare tire pressure warning light may appear and tire changing equipment, see If This vehicle may have a Tire when the vehicle is first started and a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 57.
Page 27: Hood Release
In Brief 1-21 Avoid idling the engine for long Resetting the Oil Life System 2. Go the front of the vehicle and periods of time. move the secondary hood 1. Using the DIC MENU button and release lever to the right side of When road and weather thumbwheel, scroll until you the vehicle.
Page 28: Roadside Assistance Program
Connection, and Diagnostic Canada: 1-800-268-6800 and more. Services. See OnStar Overview on As the owner of a new Chevrolet, page 14 1. Sign up today at: you are automatically enrolled in the U.S.: chevrolet.com (click on Roadside Assistance program.
Page 29 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors Trunk (Sedan) ....2-8 Manual Rearview Mirror ..2-14 Windows Liftgate (Hatchback) .
Page 30: Keys, Doors, And Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks Keys WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls The key that is part of the Remote Press the button on the RKE or even make the vehicle move.
Page 31: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows Remote Keyless Entry Remote Keyless Entry indicate locking; see Remote Lock Feedback under Vehicle (RKE) System (RKE) System Operation Personalization on page 5 27. See Radio Frequency Statement on The RKE transmitter will work up to If any door is open when page 13 16 for information 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle.
Page 32: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Transmitters to 4. Insert the new battery, positive (Remote Trunk Release): side facing up. Replace with a the Vehicle Press to open the trunk. CR2032 or equivalent battery. Only RKE transmitters programmed (Vehicle Locator/Panic 5. Snap the battery cover back on to this vehicle will work.
Page 33: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)
Keys, Doors, and Windows Laws in some local communities When the engine starts, the parking A maximum of two remote starts, may restrict the use of remote lamps will turn on and remain on as or a single start with an extension, starters.
Page 34: Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Conditions in Which Remote Start Door Locks WARNING (Continued) Will Not Work The remote vehicle start feature will WARNING injuries or even death from not operate if: heat stroke. Always lock the Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it.
Page 35: Central Locking System
Keys, Doors, and Windows Central Locking System Delayed Locking This system allows for the doors Pressing on the central locking and liftgate/trunk to be locked and switch or on the RKE transmitter unlocked from the RKE transmitter when this feature is on will delay or the central locking switch located the locking of the doors until on the center stack.
Page 36: Safety Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows To unlock the doors and the trunk/ Safety Locks Doors liftgate: The rear door safety locks prevent Trunk (Sedan) Press on the center stack. passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. For vehicles with an automatic WARNING transmission, shift the transmission into P (Park).
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows when securing items in the trunk WARNING (Continued) as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release Adjust the climate control handle is only intended to aid a system to a setting that person trapped in a latched trunk, brings in only outside air and enabling them to open the trunk set the fan speed to the...
Page 38: Liftgate (Hatchback)
2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Liftgate (Hatchback) WARNING (Continued) WARNING Adjust the climate control system to a setting that Exhaust gases can enter the brings in only outside air vehicle if it is driven with the and set the fan speed to the liftgate, trunk/hatch open, or with highest setting.
Page 39: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Vehicle Security Disarming the System Immobilizer Operation This vehicle has a passive To disarm the system press This vehicle has theft-deterrent theft-deterrent system. the RKE transmitter. features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal. The system does not have to be Turning off the System Alarm manually armed or disarmed.
Page 40: Exterior Mirrors
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the engine still does not start, and Exterior Mirrors the key appears to be undamaged or the light continues to stay on, try Convex Mirrors another ignition key. If the engine does not start with the other key, the WARNING vehicle needs service.
Page 41: Manual Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 Manual Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors The vehicle has manual folding mirrors. These mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle.
Page 42: Interior Mirrors
2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Windows Manual Rearview Mirror WARNING Hold the inside rearview mirror in Leaving children, helpless adults, the center to move it for a clearer or pets in a vehicle with the view behind your vehicle. Adjust the windows closed is dangerous.
Page 43: Power Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Power Windows Express Window Operation Windows with an express-down or WARNING express-up feature allow the window to be lowered or raised without Leaving children in a vehicle with holding the switch. The driver the keys is dangerous for many window has express-down and reasons.
Page 44: Sun Visors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Safety Function Override Window Lockout Sun Visors If the battery on the vehicle has To block out glare, swing down the been recharged or disconnected, sun visors. You can also remove or is not working, the windows will them from the center mount and need to be reprogrammed for the swing them to the side.
Page 45: Roof
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Roof Open/Close: To open the sunroof, Periodically open the sunroof and press and hold the rear of the remove any obstacles or loose switch. To close the sunroof, press debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and Sunroof and hold the front of the switch.
Page 46 2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
Page 47 Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety System Check ..3-17 Child Restraints Safety Belt Care ... . . 3-18 Older Children ....3-32 Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System Infants and Young...
Page 48: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 49 Seats and Restraints To lower the head restraint, press To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head seatback, and push the head restraint down.
Page 50: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Front Seats Seat Height Adjuster Seat Adjustment Manual Seats WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could To adjust a manual seat: startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do 1.
Page 51: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the WARNING seatback in place. If either seatback is not locked, it 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place.
Page 52: Front Seat Armrest
Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback to Front Seat Armrest WARNING (Continued) make sure it is locked. For proper protection when the WARNING vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well Sitting in a reclined position when back in the seat and wear the the vehicle is in motion can be safety belt properly.
Page 53: Heated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats Remote Start Heated Seats When it is cold outside, the WARNING heated seats can be turned on automatically during a remote If you cannot feel temperature vehicle start. The heated seats will change or pain to the skin, the be canceled when the ignition is seat heater may cause burns turned on.
Page 54: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats To fold the seatback down: Folding the Seatback Either side of the seatback can be folded down for more cargo space. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
Page 55 Seats and Restraints Raising the Seatback A tab near the seatback lever WARNING retracts when the seatback is locked in place. WARNING A safety belt that is improperly The center rear safety belt routed, not properly attached, If either seatback is not locked, it may lock when you raise the or twisted will not provide the could move forward in a sudden...
Page 56: Safety Belts
3-10 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Why Safety Belts Work WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual It is extremely dangerous to describes how to use safety belts ride in a cargo area, inside or properly. It also describes some outside of a vehicle.
Page 57: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-11 When you wear a safety belt, you Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why How to Wear Safety Belts and the vehicle slow down together. should I have to wear safety Properly There is more time to stop because belts? you stop over a longer distance and, This section is only for people of...
Page 58: Properly
3-12 Seats and Restraints There are important things to know would apply force on your Lap-Shoulder Belt about wearing a safety belt properly. abdomen. This could cause All seating positions in the vehicle serious or even fatal injuries. have a lap-shoulder belt. Wear the shoulder belt over the The following instructions explain shoulder and across the chest.
Page 59 Seats and Restraints 3-13 The lap-shoulder belt may lock if If the latch plate will not go fully you pull the belt across you very into the buckle, check if the quickly. If this happens, let the correct buckle is being used. belt go back slightly to unlock it.
Page 60 3-14 Seats and Restraints Adjust the height so the shoulder After the adjuster is set to the portion of the belt is on the shoulder desired position, try to move it down and not falling off of it. The belt without pressing the release button should be close to, but not to make sure it has locked into...
Page 61 Seats and Restraints 3-15 Rear Safety Belt Comfort 2. Attach the adjustable comfort guide to the anchor loop by Guides threading the hook through Rear safety belt comfort guides the loop. may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Page 62 3-16 Seats and Restraints 6. Adjust the guide so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper comfort guide adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.
Page 63: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is Safety System Check to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy Now and then, check that the safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely belt reminder light, safety belts, that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone,...
Page 64: Safety Belt Care
3-18 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Care Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a Keep belts clean and dry. But the safety belt assemblies that Crash were used during any crash may WARNING have been stressed or damaged.
Page 65: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-19 A roof-rail airbag for the front Airbag System For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG outboard passenger and the is on the lower part of the passenger seated directly The vehicle has the following instrument panel. behind the front outboard airbags except where noted below: For seat-mounted side impact passenger.
Page 66 3-20 Seats and Restraints Here are the most important things WARNING WARNING to know about the airbag system: Because airbags inflate with great Children who are up against, WARNING force and faster than the blink or very close to, any airbag of an eye, anyone who is up when it inflates can be seriously You can be severely injured or...
Page 67: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical The driver knee airbag, if equipped, problem.
Page 68 3-22 Seats and Restraints WARNING If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear.
Page 69: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-23 When Should an Airbag whether the object is fixed or inflate at a level less than full moving, rigid or deformable, narrow deployment. For more severe frontal Inflate? or wide. impacts, full deployment occurs. Frontal airbags are designed to Thresholds can also vary with The vehicle has seat-mounted side inflate in moderate to severe frontal...
Page 70: What Makes An Airbag
3-24 Seats and Restraints Roof rail airbags are not For airbag location, see Where Are But airbags would not help in intended to inflate in rear impacts. the Airbags? on page 3 21. many types of collisions, primarily A seat-mounted side impact airbag, because the occupant's motion is How Does an Airbag if equipped, is intended to inflate on...
Page 71 Seats and Restraints 3-25 be some smoke and dust coming The vehicle has a feature that may In many crashes severe enough to from the vents in the deflated automatically unlock the doors, turn inflate the airbag, windshields are airbags. Airbag inflation does not on the interior lamps, turn on the broken by vehicle deformation.
Page 72: Passenger Sensing
3-26 Seats and Restraints Let only qualified technicians The passenger sensing system work on the airbag systems. works with sensors that are part of Improper service can mean that the front outboard passenger seat. an airbag system will not work The sensors are designed to detect properly.
Page 73 Seats and Restraints 3-27 The system determines that a WARNING WARNING (Continued) small child is present in a booster seat. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints A front outboard passenger restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the takes his/her weight off of the or killed if the passenger frontal airbag is off.
Page 74 3-28 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system 4. Reinstall the child restraint WARNING is designed to turn on the front following the directions outboard passenger frontal airbag provided by the child restraint If the airbag readiness light ever anytime the system senses that manufacturer and refer to comes on and stays on, it means a person of adult size is sitting...
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-29 If the on indicator is still lit, secure Use the following steps to allow the Additional Factors Affecting the child in the child restraint in a system to detect that person and System Operation rear seat position in the vehicle, and enable the front outboard passenger Safety belts help keep the check with your dealer.
Page 76: Servicing The Airbag-Equipped
3-30 Seats and Restraints See Adding Equipment to the diagnostic module, steering wheel, WARNING Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on instrument panel, roof-rail airbag page 3 30 for more information modules, ceiling headliner or pillar For up to 10 seconds after the about modifications that can affect garnish trim, front sensors, side vehicle is turned off and the how the system operates.
Page 77: Airbag System Check
Seats and Restraints 3-31 This could either prevent proper readiness light is working. See WARNING (Continued) deployment of the passenger Airbag Readiness Light on airbag(s) or prevent the passenger page 5 11. passenger(s) in a crash, resulting sensing system from properly Notice: If an airbag covering is in serious injury or even death.
Page 78: Child Restraints
3-32 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that Q: What is the proper way to come with the booster seat, state wear safety belts? the weight and height limitations for Older Children A: An older child should wear a that booster.
Page 79 Seats and Restraints 3-33 In a crash, children who are not WARNING (Continued) buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be belt. The belt force would then be thrown out of the vehicle. Older applied right on the abdomen. children need to use safety belts That could cause serious or fatal properly.
Page 80: Infants And Young
3-34 Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer WARNING (Continued) protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children arms. An infant should be and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs secured in an appropriate safety belt system nor its airbag protection! This includes infants and...
Page 81 Seats and Restraints 3-35 sure it is designed to be used WARNING in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying Children who are up against, that it meets federal motor or very close to, any airbag when vehicle safety standards.
Page 82: Child Restraint Systems
3-36 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems WARNING A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen.
Page 83 Seats and Restraints 3-37 Securing an Add-On Child endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in Restraint in the Vehicle the vehicle. WARNING When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured that come with the restraint which or killed in a crash if the child may be on the restraint itself or in a...
Page 84: Where To Put The Restraint
3-38 Seats and Restraints In the U.S., refer to the restraint system or infant restraint WARNING (Continued) National Highway Traffic Safety system secured in a rear seating Administration (NHTSA) website position. be very close to the inflating to locate the nearest child safety We recommend that children and airbag.
Page 85: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
Seats and Restraints 3-39 restraints. Adjacent seating the vehicle and attachments on the WARNING (Continued) positions should not be used if the child restraint that are made for use child restraint prevents access to or with the LATCH system. back as it will go. It is better to interferes with the routing of the Make sure that a LATCH-compatible secure the child restraint in a...
Page 86 3-40 Seats and Restraints Not all vehicle seating positions or Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have child restraints have lower anchors a single tether (A) or a dual and attachments or top tether tether (C). Either will have a anchors and attachments.
Page 87 Seats and Restraints 3-41 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations To assist in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. Sedan For sedan models, the top tether anchors are under the covers behind the rear seat on the filler (Top Tether Anchor): Seating...
Page 88: System
3-42 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the WARNING (Continued) child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. belts to secure the restraint, According to accident statistics, following the instructions that children and infants are safer when came with the child restraint and properly restrained in a child the instructions in this manual.
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-43 Do not fold the empty rear seat 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower WARNING with a safety belt buckled. This attachments on the child could damage the safety belt or restraint to the lower Children can be seriously injured the seat.
Page 90 3-44 Seats and Restraints 2.4. Route and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you If the position you are using does not are using has an have a headrest or adjustable headrest head restraint and or head restraint and...
Page 91: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-45 and forth. There should be no New parts and repairs may be more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of necessary even if the LATCH movement for proper installation. system was not being used at the time of the crash. Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash...
Page 92 3-46 Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a If more than one child restraint position without a top tether anchor needs to be installed in the rear if a national or local law requires seat, be sure to read Where to Put that the top tether be anchored, or if the Restraint on page 3 38.
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-47 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3 39 for more information.
Page 94: Securing Child Restraints
3-48 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints WARNING WARNING (Continued) (Front Outboard A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints Passenger Seat) restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the This vehicle has airbags. A rear or killed if the passenger frontal airbag is off.
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-49 Do not secure a child seat in a 2. Put the child restraint on position without a top tether anchor the seat. if a national or local law requires 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run that the top tether be anchored, or if the lap and shoulder portions of the instructions that come with the...
Page 96 3-50 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 97: Storage Compartments
Storage Storage Storage Luggage/Load Compartments Locations Storage Compartments Instrument Panel Storage Load Compartment Instrument Panel Storage ..4-1 (Hatchback) Glove Box ....4-1 The load compartment cover can be Luggage/Load Locations used to conceal objects under it or...
Page 98: Additional Storage Features
Storage To install the load compartment Additional Storage The cargo cover can be used to cover: cover items in the rear of the Features vehicle. 1. Align the front sides of the load compartment cover into the slots To remove the cargo cover: Cargo Cover (Hatchback) on both sides at the front of the 1.
Page 99 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Tachometer ....5-9 Engine Coolant Temperature Fuel Gauge ....5-9 Warning Light .
Page 100: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Controls (Mute/End Call): Press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. Press to silence the Steering Wheel vehicle speakers while using the Adjustment infotainment system. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a...
Page 101: Windshield Wiper/Washer
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer long the windshield washer had been activated. See Washer Fluid on page 10 20 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir. WARNING Hatchback Shown, Sedan Similar INT: (Intermittent Wipes): Move Sedan In freezing weather, do not use the lever up to INT for intermittent the washer until the windshield wipes, then turn the...
Page 102: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls Rear Window Wiper/ Avoid covering the GPS antenna, (Rear Washer): Push the located on the roof, for long periods windshield wiper lever forward to Washer of time with objects that may spray washer fluid on the rear interfere with the antenna's ability For vehicles with the rear wiper/ window.
Page 103: Clock
Instruments and Controls Clock 5. Press the MENU/TUNE knob to To set the month and day format: select the next value. 1. Press the TP (Time Program) The infotainment system controls 6. To save the time or date button or (depending on are used to access the time and and return to the Time and...
Page 104: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls Remove the cover to access and Certain accessory power plugs Cigarette Lighter replace when not in use. may not be compatible with the For vehicles with a cigarette lighter, accessory power outlet and could it is located in the center floor overload vehicle or adapter fuses.
Page 105: Ashtrays
Instruments and Controls Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and The vehicle may have a removable function. Often gauges and warning ashtray. lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. The removable ashtray can be Warning lights and gauges can placed in the front cupholders.
Page 106: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster United States Manual Transmission Shown, Canada Similar...
Page 107: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls Speedometer Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Odometer The trip odometer measures the distance the vehicle has been driven since the function was last reset.
Page 108: Safety Belt Reminders
5-10 Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt owners ask about. None of these Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder show a problem with the fuel gauge: Light At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gauge There is a driver safety belt reads full.
Page 109: Airbag Readiness Light
Instruments and Controls 5-11 The front passenger safety belt WARNING reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat If the airbag readiness light stays such as a briefcase, handbag, on after the vehicle is started or grocery bag, laptop, or other comes on while driving, it means electronic device.
Page 110: Charging System Light
5-12 Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is WARNING (Continued) lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front away. See Airbag Readiness outboard passenger frontal airbag is Light on page 5 11 for more allowed to inflate.
Page 111: Indicator Lamp
Instruments and Controls 5-13 distance must be driven with the Notice: Modifications made to the light on, turn off all accessories, engine, transmission, exhaust, such as the radio and air conditioner intake, or fuel system of the to help reduce the drain on the vehicle or the replacement battery.
Page 112 5-14 Instruments and Controls To prevent more serious damage to evaporate into the atmosphere. diagnostic tools to fix any the vehicle: A few driving trips with the cap mechanical or electrical problems properly installed should turn the that might have developed. Reduce vehicle speed.
Page 113: Service Vehicle Soon
Instruments and Controls 5-15 The vehicle may not pass If this has been done and the Owner Manual Indicator inspection if: vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD II The malfunction indicator lamp is system readiness, your dealer on with the engine running, or if can prepare the vehicle for the light does not come on when...
Page 114: Brake System Warning
5-16 Instruments and Controls Brake System Warning on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle on Light page 10 77. The vehicle brake system consists Antilock Brake System of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining (ABS) Warning Light circuit can still work to stop the Metric...
Page 115: Up-Shift Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 If the regular brake system warning Up-Shift Light Speed Sensitive Power light is not on, the brakes will still Steering (SSPS) Warning work, but the antilock brakes will not Light work. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the antilock brakes will not work and there is a problem with the regular brakes.
Page 116: Traction Off Light
5-18 Instruments and Controls Traction Off Light See Traction Control System (TCS) See Traction Control System (TCS) ® ® on page 9 29 and StabiliTrak on page 9 29 and StabiliTrak System on page 9 31. System on page 9 31. ®...
Page 117: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-19 feature(s) is no longer functioning If it does not, have the vehicle Tire Pressure Light and whether the vehicle requires serviced by the dealer. If the system service. is working normally the indicator light goes off. If the indicator/warning light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the Notice: Driving with the engine...
Page 118: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls When the Light Flashes First and covered by the vehicle warranty. ignition on, there may be a Then Is On Steady Check the oil level as soon as problem with the fuse or bulb. possible. Add oil if required, Have it fixed right away.
Page 119: Immobilizer Light
Instruments and Controls 5-21 To turn the light off, add fuel to the Reduced Engine Power The vehicle can be driven at a fuel tank. See Filling the Tank on reduced speed when the reduced Light page 9 37. engine power light is on but acceleration and speed might be Immobilizer Light reduced.
Page 120: Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) Indicator Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls Daytime Running Lamps The light goes out when the fog Cruise Control Light lamps are turned off. See Fog (DRL) Indicator Light Lamps on page 6 4 for more information. Lamps On Reminder The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and This light turns on whenever the ready, and turns green when the...
Page 121: Door Ajar Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Door Ajar Light Information Displays DIC Buttons Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system A. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear problem is detected. See Vehicle This light comes on when a door is the menu item displayed.
Page 122 5-24 Instruments and Controls DIC Menu Items Trip This displays the current distance Press MENU on the turn signal traveled, in either kilometers (km) or lever until the DIC menu displays. miles (mi), from the last reset for the to scroll through the trip odometer.
Page 123 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Fuel Range Average Fuel Economy To reset the average fuel economy, press and hold the SET/CLR button while the average fuel economy is displayed. Timer Metric Shown, English Similar Metric This displays the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling.
Page 124 5-26 Instruments and Controls Remaining Oil Life Remember, the oil life display must Language be reset after each oil change. Press MENU to show the remaining Press MENU to show the language It will not reset itself. Also, be oil life display. This display shows display.
Page 125: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Vehicle Messages 20: Right Low Beam Failure Vehicle 21: Left Front Position Lamp Personalization DIC messages display when the Failure status of the vehicle has changed The audio system controls are 22: Right Front Position Lamp and action may be needed to used to access the personalization Failure...
Page 126 5-28 Instruments and Controls The following list of menu items may Chime Volume Language be available: This allows selection of the chime Select the Language menu and the Comfort and Convenience volume level. following will be displayed: Climate and Air Quality Press MENU/TUNE when Chime English Volume is highlighted.
Page 127 Instruments and Controls 5-29 Press MENU/TUNE when Auto Door Unlock Delayed Door Lock Exterior Vehicle Locator Lights is This allows selection of which of the When on, this feature will delay highlighted. Turn the MENU/TUNE doors will automatically unlock when the locking of the doors until knob to select On or Off.
Page 128 5-30 Instruments and Controls Remote Unlock Feedback Remote Door Unlock Return to Factory Settings When on, the exterior lamps will This allows selection of which doors Select Return to Factory Settings flash when unlocking the vehicle to return all of the vehicle will unlock when pressing on the with the RKE transmitter.
Page 129: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting The exterior lamps control has four positions: Exterior Lamp Controls (Off): Briefly turn to this position Exterior Lighting to turn the automatic light control off or on again. Exterior Lamp Controls ..6-1 Headlamp High/Low-Beam AUTO (Automatic): Turns the Changer .
Page 130: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting Headlamp High/ Flash-to-Pass (Headlamps): Turns the headlamps on together with the Low-Beam Changer To flash the high beams, pull the lamps listed below. A warning chime turn signal/lane change lever all the sounds if the driver door is opened way toward you.
Page 131: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting The DRL system makes the When it is bright enough outside, low beam headlamps come on the headlamps go off and the DRL at a reduced brightness when the come on. following conditions are met: To turn the DRL lamps off or on The ignition is in the again, turn the exterior lamps ON/RUN mode.
Page 132: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane change the arrow flashes rapidly or Signals does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Replace any burned out bulbs. If the bulb is not burned out, check the fuse.
Page 133: Interior Lighting
Lighting The ignition must be on to turn on Interior Lighting (Instrument Panel the fog lamps. Brightness): Move the thumbwheel up or down and hold, (Fog Lamps): Press to turn the Instrument Panel to brighten or dim the instrument fog lamps on or off. An indicator Illumination Control panel controls and infotainment light on the instrument panel cluster...
Page 134: Dome Lamps
Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Lighting Features Battery Load Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery's temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery. For vehicles with front reading When the battery's state of charge lamps, they are located in the...
Page 135: Battery Power Protection
Lighting The battery can be discharged at EPM works to prevent excessive Battery Power Protection idle if the electrical loads are very discharge of the battery. It does this The battery saver feature is high. This is true for all vehicles. by balancing the generator's output designed to protect the vehicle's This is because the generator...
Page 136 Lighting NOTES...
Page 137 Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Introduction CD Player ....7-13 System Auxiliary Devices ... . 7-16 Infotainment Bluetooth Audio .
Page 138: Infotainment System
Infotainment System Set up the tone, speaker Overview (AM-FM Radio) adjustments, and preset radio stations. See Defensive Driving on page 9 3. Contact your dealer before adding any equipment. Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the engine, radio, or other systems, and could damage them.
Page 139 Infotainment System A. FAV 1-2-3 (Favorites) MENU/TUNE (Phone Mute) Radio: Opens the Radio: Manually selects Opens the Phone favorites list. radio stations. main menu. CD: Selects tracks. /VOL (Power/Volume) Mutes the audio system. G. RADIO/BAND Turns the system on or off TONE and adjusts the volume.
Page 140 Infotainment System Overview (Radio with CD/USB) /VOL (Power/Volume) Turns the system on or off and adjusts the volume. (Eject) Removes a disc from the CD slot. C. Buttons 1 6 Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. D. AUX Port 3.5 mm (1/8 in) connection for external devices.
Page 141: Operation
Infotainment System G. INFO (Information) RADIO/BAND Operation Radio: Shows available Changes the band while Controls information about the listening to the radio. The infotainment system is current station. Selects the radio when operated by using the pushbuttons, CD: Shows available listening to a different multifunction knobs, menus shown information about the...
Page 142 Infotainment System For vehicles without OnStar, MENU/TUNE Button: Selecting a Menu Option press to mute the Press to: infotainment system. Press Select or activate the highlighted again, or turn the /VOL knob to menu option. cancel mute. Confirm a set value. Menu System Turn a system setting on or off.
Page 143 Infotainment System Activating a Setting Audio Settings Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass The audio settings can be set for each radio band and each audio player source. To quickly reset an audio setting value to 0: 1. Press the TONE button. 1.
Page 144 Infotainment System Adjusting the Fader and Balance System Settings Auto Volume 1. Press the TONE button. The auto volume feature Configuring the Number of automatically adjusts the radio Favorite Pages 2. Select Fader or Balance. volume to compensate for road and 3.
Page 145: Am-Fm Radio
Infotainment System Radio FAV 1-2-3: Press to open the Selecting a Band favorites list and select the Press the RADIO/BAND button to favorites page. AM-FM Radio choose AM, FM, or XM, if equipped. 1 6: Press to select preset The last station that was playing Control Buttons stations.
Page 146 7-10 Infotainment System Station Lists 3. Select the programming type. Storing a Station as a Favorite A list of stations that transmit 1. Turn the MENU/TUNE knob. Stations from all bands can be programming of the selected stored in any order in the favorite 2.
Page 147: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System 7-11 Satellite Radio Storing an XM Channel 3. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until Drivers are encouraged to set up XM Satelite Radio Service a beep sounds. When the XM channel favorites while the pushbutton is pressed and XM is a satellite radio service based vehicle is not moving.
Page 148: Radio Reception
7-12 Infotainment System XM Radio Messages RADIO ID: If tuned to channel 0, this message alternates with the XM UPDATING: The encryption code The range for most AM stations is Radio eight-digit radio ID label. This in the receiver is being updated, and greater than for FM, especially at label is needed to activate the no action is required.
Page 149: Fixed Mast Antenna
Infotainment System 7-13 XM Satellite Radio Service Fixed Mast Antenna Audio Players XM Satellite Radio Service gives Vehicles without OnStar have a CD Player digital radio reception from coast to fixed mast antenna that can coast in the 48 contiguous United withstand most car washes The CD player can play audio CDs States, and in Canada.
Page 150 7-14 Infotainment System If the bottom surface of a disc is If a label is added to a INFO: Press to display additional dirty, take a soft, lint free cloth, CD, more than one CD is inserted information about the current track or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a into the slot at a time, or an that may be available.
Page 151 Infotainment System 7-15 Playing a CD or MP3 CD Fast Forward and Rewind Tracks can be searched by: Playlists Press the CD/AUX button. If there Press and hold SEEK SEEK is a disc in the player, it begins to fast forward or rewind within the Artists playing.
Page 152: Auxiliary Devices
7-16 Infotainment System Auxiliary Devices Adjusting the Volume Turn the /VOL knob to adjust the The optional AUX input allows portable devices to connect to the volume of the infotainment system vehicle using the 3.5 mm (1/8 in) after the volume level has been set input jack or the USB port.
Page 153 Infotainment System 7-17 Connecting and Controlling 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Connecting and Controlling a Song Titles, Podcasts, Genres, an iPod® PlaysForSure Device (PFD) Audiobooks, or Composers. or Zune Not all iPods can be controlled by 4. Select the track. the infotainment system.
Page 154 7-18 Infotainment System Shuffle Functionality When a device is not supported, the *This only displays if a playlist is message No supported data found. found on the device. Turn the MENU/TUNE knob and set You can safely disconnect the Shuffle Songs (Random) to On To search for tracks: device appears.
Page 155: Bluetooth Audio
Infotainment System 7-19 Repeat Off: Playback starts from When selecting Bluetooth audio, the Phone the beginning of the current track radio may not be able to launch the after the last track finishes. audio player on the connected Bluetooth (Overview) device to start playing.
Page 156 7-20 Infotainment System Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Vehicles with a Bluetooth system (Mute/End Call): Press to The system may not work with can use a Bluetooth-capable cell end a call, reject a call, or cancel an all cell phones. See Pairing in phone with a Hands-Free Profile operation.
Page 157: Controls)
Infotainment System 7-21 When to Speak: A tone sounds to See Radio Frequency Statement on Pairing Information indicate that the system is ready for page 13 16 for information A Bluetooth phone with MP3 a voice command. Wait for the tone regarding Part 15 of the Federal capability can be paired and then speak.
Page 158 7-22 Infotainment System If multiple paired cell phones are 6. Locate the device named Your Deleting a Paired Phone within range of the system, the Vehicle in the list on the cell 1. Press the CONFIG button. system connects to the first phone.
Page 159 Infotainment System 7-23 5. Select the new phone to link The Call Lists menu allows you to 3. Select the Incoming Calls, to and follow the on-screen access the phone numbers from the Outgoing Calls, or Missed prompts. Incoming Calls, Outgoing Calls, and Calls list.
Page 160 7-24 Infotainment System Declining a Call Conference Calling Ending a Call Turn the MENU/TUNE knob to Conference calling and three-way Turn or press the MENU/TUNE Decline and press the MENU/ calling must be supported on the knob and select Hang Up. TUNE knob to decline the call.
Page 161: Recognition)
Infotainment System 7-25 Bluetooth (Voice Pairing Information Pairing a Phone Recognition) A Bluetooth phone with MP3 1. Press . The system capability can be paired to the responds Ready, followed by Using Voice Recognition vehicle as a phone and an MP3 a tone.
Page 162 7-26 Infotainment System This name will be used to Deleting a Paired Phone 2. Say Bluetooth. indicate which phones are If the phone name you want to 3. Say Change phone. paired and connected to the delete is unknown, see Listing All If another cell phone is vehicle.
Page 163 Infotainment System 7-27 Delete: This command is used to To hear all of the numbers Using the Delete All Name Tags delete individual name tags. recognized by the system, say Command Verify at any time. Delete All Name Tags: This This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands-Free command deletes all stored name...
Page 164 7-28 Infotainment System Making a Call Using the Digit Dial Command Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio The digit dial command allows a Calls can be made using the speakers. phone number to be dialed by following commands.
Page 165 Infotainment System 7-29 Call Waiting 3. Use the dial or call command to The cell phone must be paired dial the number of the third party and connected with the Bluetooth Call waiting must be supported on to be called. system before a call can be the cell phone and enabled by the transferred.
Page 166 7-30 Infotainment System Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass-thru allows access to Unless information is deleted out of the voice recognition commands on the in-vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send the cell phone. See the cell phone will be retained indefinitely.
Page 167: Climate Control Systems
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control E. Air Conditioning Rear Window Defogger Systems G. Recirculation Climate Control Systems For vehicles with these climate control systems, the heating, Climate Control Systems ..8-1 cooling, and ventilation can be Air Vents controlled for the vehicle.
Page 168 Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn For quick cool down on hot days, do (Defog): This mode clears the clockwise or counterclockwise to the following: windows of fog or moisture. Air is increase or decrease the directed to the floor, windshield, and 1.
Page 169: Air Vents
Climate Controls Press the button to turn the The rear window defogger turns off Air Vents recirculation mode on. An indicator after about 10 minutes. It can also Use the air vents located in the light comes on to show that the be turned off by pressing again center and on the side of the...
Page 170: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Maintenance Air Intake Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air intake at the base of the windshield that can block the flow of air into the vehicle. Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter removes dust, pollen, and 1.
Page 171 Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....9-19 Traction Control Operating Shifting Into Park (Automatic System (TCS) ....9-29 ®...
Page 172: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Replace the vehicle's tires with Watch the road. Do not Driving Information the same TPC Spec number read, take notes, or look up molded into the tire's sidewall information on phones or other Driving for Better Fuel near the size.
Page 173: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating careless and make mistakes. WARNING WARNING (Continued) Anticipate what they might do and be ready. Taking your eyes off the road too Do not drink and drive or ride with Allow enough following distance long or too often could cause a a driver who has been drinking.
Page 174: Steering
Driving and Operating Wait until out of the curve before Helpful braking tips to keep in mind If power steering assist is lost due accelerating gently into the include: to a system malfunction, the vehicle straightaway. can be steered, but may require Keep enough distance between increased effort.
Page 175: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not pavement edge. overdriving those conditions.
Page 176: Driving On Wet Roads
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, There is no hard and fast rule about WARNING (Continued) acceleration, or braking, hydroplaning. The best advice is to including reducing vehicle speed slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large by shifting to a lower gear.
Page 177: Hill And Mountain Roads
Driving and Operating Stay in your own lane. Do not Other driving tips include: WARNING swing wide or cut across the Keep the vehicle well ventilated. center of the road. Drive at If you do not shift down, the speeds that let you stay in your Keep the interior brakes could get so hot that they own lane.
Page 178 Driving and Operating Drive with caution, whatever the when the surrounding roads are WARNING condition. Accelerate gently so clear. Avoid sudden steering traction is not lost. Accelerating too maneuvers and braking while Snow can trap engine exhaust quickly causes the wheels to spin on ice.
Page 179: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating To save fuel, run the engine for only If stuck too severely for the traction WARNING (Continued) short periods as needed to warm system to free the vehicle, turn the the vehicle and then shut the engine traction system off and use the Fully open the air outlets on off and close the window most of...
Page 180: Vehicle Load Limits
9-10 Driving and Operating Rocking the Vehicle to Get Vehicle Load Limits WARNING (Continued) it Out It is very important to know how vehicle handles. This could Turn the steering wheel left and much weight the vehicle can right to clear the area around the cause loss of control and a carry.
Page 181 Driving and Operating 9-11 pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and Steps for Determining Correct and luggage load capacity Loading Information label shows Load Limit is 650 lbs (1400 the number of occupant seating (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Locate the statement positions (A), and the maximum Determine the combined The combined weight of...
Page 182 9-12 Driving and Operating Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg Example 2 = 453 kg Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs). (1,000 lbs).
Page 183 Driving and Operating 9-13 Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Certification Label The label tells the gross weight Loading Information label for capacity of the vehicle, called specific information about the the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating vehicle's capacity weight and (GVWR).
Page 184 9-14 Driving and Operating And, if there is a heavy load, it If you put things inside the WARNING (Continued) should be spread out. See vehicle like suitcases, Steps for Determining Correct tools, packages, or anything Never stack heavier Load Limit earlier in this else they will go as fast as the things, like suitcases,...
Page 185: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-15 Starting and Following break in, engine speed A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ and load can be gradually LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is Operating increased. stopped, turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off. Ignition Positions New Vehicle Break-In This position locks the steering wheel, ignition, and transmission.
Page 186 9-16 Driving and Operating 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift and turn it only with your hand. D (START): This is the position that to P (Park) with an automatic If the key cannot be turned by starts the engine. When the engine transmission, or Neutral with a hand, see your dealer.
Page 187: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-17 This system is to prevent ignition Notice: Do not try to shift to begins cranking, the engine key removal unless the shift lever is P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. will continue cranking for a in P (Park).
Page 188: Engine Heater
9-18 Driving and Operating When the engine has run about stops again, do the same thing, Engine Heater 10 seconds to warm up, the but this time keep the pedal The engine heater can provide vehicle is ready to be driven. Do down for five or six seconds.
Page 189: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-19 factory with a tie holding it in 4. Before starting the engine, be The power windows and sunroof place. Use care in removing sure to unplug and store the will continue to work for up to the tie so that the cord is not cord as it was before to keep it 10 minutes or until any door is...
Page 190: Shifting Into Park
9-20 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park 3. Turn the ignition key to If you have to leave the vehicle with LOCK/OFF. the engine running, be sure the (Automatic Transmission) vehicle is in P (Park) and the 4. Remove the key and take it with parking brake is firmly set before you.
Page 191: Shifting Out Of Park (Automatic Transmission)
Driving and Operating 9-21 This is called torque lock. Shifting out of Park To shift out of P (Park): To prevent torque lock, set the (Automatic Transmission) 1. Apply the brake pedal. parking brake and then shift into 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN. P (Park) properly before you leave This vehicle is equipped with a shift the driver seat.
Page 192: Parking
9-22 Driving and Operating Parking Parking over Things Engine Exhaust That Burn If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before getting out of WARNING the vehicle, move the shift lever into WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon R (Reverse) if parking on a downhill monoxide (CO) which cannot be slope.
Page 193: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating 9-23 Running the Vehicle WARNING (Continued) WARNING While Parked There are holes or openings It can be dangerous to get out It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from of the vehicle if the automatic engine running.
Page 194: Automatic Transmission
9-24 Driving and Operating Automatic If you cannot shift out of P (Park), WARNING ease pressure on the shift lever Transmission and push the shift lever all the It is dangerous to get out of the way into P (Park) as you maintain vehicle if the shift lever is not fully brake application.
Page 195: Manual Mode
Driving and Operating 9-25 N (Neutral) only. Also, use D (Drive): This position is for When coming to a stop in the N (Neutral) when the vehicle is normal driving. It provides the best manual position, the vehicle being towed. fuel economy.
Page 196: Manual Transmission
9-26 Driving and Operating The Driver Information Center (DIC) Manual Transmission 1 (First): Press the clutch pedal in the instrument cluster will change and shift into 1 (First). Then, slowly from the currently displayed let up on the clutch pedal as you message to the letter M, for press the accelerator pedal.
Page 197 Driving and Operating 9-27 To stop, let up on the accelerator Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) Up Shift Light pedal and press the brake pedal. while the vehicle is moving Just before the vehicle stops, press forward could damage the the clutch pedal and the brake transmission.
Page 198: Antilock Brake
9-28 Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and suddenly slows or stops. Always it becomes necessary to slam on leave enough room up ahead to the brakes and continue braking stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake to avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS System (ABS)
Page 199: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-29 Parking Brake To release the parking brake, hold Ride Control Systems the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can Traction Control press the release button. Hold the System (TCS) release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down.
Page 200 9-30 Driving and Operating TCS is on whenever the vehicle comes on and stays on, reset is started. To limit wheel spin, the system: especially in slippery road 1. Stop the vehicle. conditions, the system should always be left on. But, TCS can be 2.
Page 201: Stabilitrak System
Driving and Operating 9-31 ® Driving should be adjusted StabiliTrak System accordingly. Press and release The vehicle has a vehicle stability the TCS/StabiliTrak button again to enhancement system called turn the system back on. StabiliTrak. It is an advanced It may be necessary to turn the computer controlled system that system off if the vehicle gets stuck assists with directional control of the...
Page 202 9-32 Driving and Operating comes on and stays on, reset the Traction Off light and the the system: StabiliTrak Off light come on in the instrument panel. When StabiliTrak 1. Stop the vehicle. is turned off, the system will not 2.
Page 203: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-33 Cruise Control WARNING For vehicles with cruise control, the Cruise control can be dangerous vehicle can maintain a speed of where you cannot drive safely at about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more a steady speed. So, do not use without keeping your foot on the the cruise control on winding accelerator.
Page 204 9-34 Driving and Operating To slow down in small amounts, Setting Cruise Control briefly. The vehicle returns to the move the thumbwheel toward speed selected previously and stays is on when not in use, it could SET/ briefly. Each time this is there.
Page 205: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-35 Ending Cruise Control Fuel There are three ways to end cruise Use of the recommended fuel is control: an important part of the proper To disengage cruise control, maintenance of this vehicle. To help step lightly on the brake pedal or keep the engine clean and maintain clutch for manual transmission.
Page 206: Gasoline Specifications
9-36 Driving and Operating Gasoline Specifications be affected. The malfunction Fuel Additives indicator lamp could turn on and the At a minimum, gasoline should To provide cleaner air, all gasolines vehicle might fail a smog check test. meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States are now See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on in the United States or CAN/...
Page 207: Filling The Tank
Driving and Operating 9-37 For customers who do not use TOP Notice: This vehicle was not Filling the Tank TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, designed for fuel that contains one bottle of GM Fuel System methanol. Do not use fuel WARNING Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel containing methanol.
Page 208 9-38 Driving and Operating To remove the fuel cap, turn it Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not WARNING slowly counterclockwise. The fuel top off or overfill the tank. Wait a cap has a spring in it; if the cap is few seconds after you have finished If a fire starts while you are released too soon, it will spring back...
Page 209: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-39 Filling a Portable Fuel Towing WARNING (Continued) Container General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill Information WARNING opening before operating the The vehicle is neither designed nor Never fill a portable fuel container nozzle.
Page 210: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-40 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12 volt battery, even if the Add-Ons vehicle is not operating. The vehicle has an airbag system. Add-On Electrical Before attempting to add anything Equipment electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Notice: Do not add anything Vehicle on page 3 30 and Adding...
Page 211 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Washer Fluid ....10-20 Electrical System Brakes ..... 10-21 Electrical System Brake Fluid .
Page 212: Vehicle Care
10-2 Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality General Information California Proposition Grading ....10-54 65 Warning For service and parts needs, visit Wheel Alignment and Tire your dealer.
Page 213: California Perchlorate
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Perchlorate Accessories and Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the Materials Requirements Modifications installation or use of non GM certified parts, including control Certain types of automotive Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications, is applications, such as airbag making modifications to the vehicle not covered under the terms of the...
Page 214: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service Hood work, use the proper service To open the hood: manual. It tells you much more Doing Your Own about how to service the vehicle Service Work than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information WARNING...
Page 215 Vehicle Care 10-5 To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then, lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the underside of the hood and return the prop to its retainer.
Page 216 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 1.4L L4 Engine...
Page 217 Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on D. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine G. Battery on page 10 23. page 10 13. Oil on page 10 9. H. Windshield Washer Fluid B. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine E. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Reservoir.
Page 218 10-8 Vehicle Care 1.8L L4 Engine...
Page 219: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-9 Change the engine oil at the A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Engine Oil appropriate time. See Engine Oil page 10 13. To ensure proper engine Life System on page 10 12. B. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine performance and long life, careful Always dispose of engine oil Oil on page 10 9.
Page 220 10-10 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil operating range, i.e., the engine has so much oil that the oil level It is a good idea to check the engine gets above the upper mark that oil level at each fuel fill. In order to shows the proper operating get an accurate reading, the oil range, the engine could be...
Page 221 Vehicle Care 10-11 Specification Viscosity Grade Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause Use and ask for licensed engine SAE 5W 30 is the best viscosity engine damage not covered by the ® oils with the dexos1 approved grade for the vehicle.
Page 222: Engine Oil Life System
10-12 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Life System filter must be changed at least once 2. Press the SET/CLR button to a year and, at this time, the system reset the oil life at 100%. When When to Change Engine Oil must be reset.
Page 223: Manual Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-13 There is a special procedure for Hydraulic Clutch Do not remove the cap to check checking and changing the the fluid level or to top off the fluid For vehicles with a manual transmission fluid. Because this level.
Page 224 10-14 Vehicle Care How to Inspect the Engine Air WARNING Cleaner/Filter To inspect the engine air cleaner/ Operating the engine with the air filter, remove the filter from the cleaner/filter off can cause you or vehicle and lightly shake the filter to others to be burned.
Page 225: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-15 Cooling System WARNING The cooling system allows the Heater and radiator hoses, and engine to maintain the correct other engine parts, can be very working temperature. hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak.
Page 226: Engine Coolant
10-16 Vehicle Care Engine Coolant Notice: If an improper coolant WARNING (Continued) mixture is used, the engine could The cooling system in the vehicle overheat and be badly damaged. mixture, the engine could get too is filled with DEX-COOL engine The repair cost would not be hot but you would not get the coolant.
Page 227 Vehicle Care 10-17 Check to see if coolant is visible in indicated level mark, add a WARNING the coolant surge tank. If the coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable inside the coolant surge tank is water and DEX-COOL coolant at Adding only plain water or some boiling, do not do anything else until the coolant surge tank, but be sure...
Page 228 10-18 Vehicle Care Turn the pressure cap slowly 4. With the coolant surge tank WARNING counterclockwise about pressure cap off, start the one-quarter of a turn. If you engine and let it run until you You can be burned if you spill hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
Page 229: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-19 Engine Overheating damaged. The costly repairs If No Steam Is Coming from would not be covered by the the Engine Compartment The vehicle has an indicator to warn vehicle warranty. If an engine overheat warning is of the engine overheating. If Steam Is Coming from the displayed but no steam can be seen If the decision is made not to lift the...
Page 230: Washer Fluid
10-20 Vehicle Care 3. In heavy traffic, let the engine Washer Fluid Notice idle in N (Neutral) for an When using concentrated What to Use automatic transmission washer fluid, follow the or Neutral for a manual When the vehicle needs windshield manufacturer's instructions transmission while stopped.
Page 231: Brakes
Vehicle Care 10-21 Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Brake linings should always be can cause a brake squeal when the replaced as complete axle sets. This vehicle has front disc brakes brakes are first applied or lightly Brake Pedal Travel and could have rear drum brakes or applied.
Page 232: Brake Fluid
10-22 Vehicle Care Replacing Brake System Parts Brake Fluid since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes and/or clutch The braking system on a vehicle is will not work well. complex. Its many parts have to be Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid. of top quality and work well together Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
Page 233: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-23 When the brake/clutch fluid falls to a Notice WARNING low level, the brake warning light Using the wrong fluid can comes on. See Brake System badly damage brake/clutch Battery posts, terminals, and Warning Light on page 5 16. hydraulic system parts.
Page 234: Function Check
10-24 Vehicle Care Extended Storage: Remove the 3. For automatic transmission Automatic Transmission black, negative ( ) cable from the vehicles, try to start the engine Shift Lock Control battery or use a battery trickle in each gear. The vehicle should Function Check charger.
Page 235: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
Vehicle Care 10-25 3. With the engine off, turn the On all vehicles, the ignition key Park on a fairly steep hill, with the ignition on, but do not start the should come out only in LOCK/OFF. vehicle facing downhill. Keeping engine.
Page 236: Replacement
10-26 Vehicle Care Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the windshield wiper blade: Front Wiper Blade 1. Pull the windshield wiper Replacement assembly away from the windshield. Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See the Maintenance Schedule on 3.
Page 237: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-27 Rear Wiper Blade Replacement Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. However, if the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low-beam headlamps may be necessary if oncoming drivers flash their high-beam headlamps at you...
Page 238: Bulb Replacement
10-28 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Headlamps, Front Turn High-Beam Headlamp/ Low-Beam Headlamp Signal and Parking For the proper type of replacement 1. Open the hood. See Hood on Lamps bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10 4. page 10 32. 2.
Page 239 Vehicle Care 10-29 5. Disconnect the wiring harness Parking/Turn Signal Lamp connector from the bulb. 1. Open the hood. See Hood on 6. Install the new bulb in the page 10 4. headlamp assembly by turning clockwise. 7. Reconnect the wiring harness connector.
Page 240: Taillamps, Turn Signal
10-30 Vehicle Care 3. Remove the bulb from the bulb Taillamps, Turn Signal, socket by pulling it straight out. Stoplamps, and Back-Up 4. Install the new bulb in the bulb Lamps socket. 5. Install the bulb socket into the headlamp assembly by turning clockwise.
Page 241: License Plate Lamp
Vehicle Care 10-31 7. Install the bulb socket into the 3. Turn the bulb socket (A) taillamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise to remove it clockwise. from the lamp assembly (C). 8. Install the taillamp assembly and 4. Pull the bulb (B) straight out of tighten the two screws.
Page 242: Replacement Bulbs
10-32 Vehicle Care Replacement Bulbs Electrical System Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause Bulb Exterior Lamp Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in Number some cases to remain off. Have Overload Back-Up Lamp the headlamp wiring checked right The vehicle has fuses and circuit away if the lamps go on and off or Front Parking/Turn...
Page 243: Fuses And Circuit
Vehicle Care 10-33 Fuses and Circuit Engine Compartment Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the Breakers Fuse Block vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical The wiring circuits in the vehicle are component. protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit To access the fuses, press the clips breakers, and fusible thermal links.
Page 244 10-34 Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage Mini Fuses Usage Antilock Brake Fuel System System Valve Control Module 1 Sunroof Flex Fuel Not Used Washer Rear Wiper Fuel Pump (1.8L) Regulated Voltage Engine Control Control Module/ Transmission Antilock Brake Control Module System Fluid Fuel System Automatic...
Page 245 Vehicle Care 10-35 Mini Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Relays Usage Fuses Injector Cooling Fan Not Used K3 Relay (1.8L), Engine Control RLY 8 Cooling Fan K3 Module Cooling Fan K5 High Current Air Conditioning Cooling Fan K4 Relay (1.4L) Compressor Clutch RLY 9 Powertrain Relay Transmission...
Page 246: Block
10-36 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Number Usage Block DLIS Data Link Connector Airbag Liftgate Spare Body Control Module Body Control Module Body Control The instrument panel fuse block is Module located on the underside of the Body Control driver side instrument panel. Module Notice: Spilling liquid on any Body Control...
Page 247 Vehicle Care 10-37 Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Cigarette Lighter Body Control HDLP ALC Module Clutch Spare Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Rear Power Cluster Cluster/Automatic Windows OnStar Occupant Sensing Front Power Ultrasonic Rear Airbag Run/Crank Windows Park Assist Run Relay RAP/ACCY Driver Information Liftgate Release...
Page 248: Wheels And Tires
10-38 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Tires Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury.
Page 249 Vehicle Care 10-39 (B) TPC Spec (Tire tire size, and date the tire was Performance Criteria manufactured. The TIN is Specification) Original molded onto both sides of the equipment tires designed to tire, although only one side may GM's specific tire performance have the date of manufacture.
Page 250 10-40 Vehicle Care has a compact spare tire, information on tire pressure and see Compact Spare Tire on inflation see Tire Pressure on page 10 73 and If a Tire Goes page 10 44. Flat on page 10 57. (F) Tire Size A combination of (C) Tire Identification Number letters and numbers define a...
Page 251: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-41 Tire Designations (C) Aspect Ratio A two digit is certified to carry. The speed number that indicates the tire rating is the maximum speed a Tire Size height to width measurements. tire is certified to carry a load. For example, if the tire size The following is an example of a Tire Terminology and...
Page 252 10-42 Vehicle Care Belt A rubber coated layer of Curb Weight The weight of a GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight cords that is located between motor vehicle with standard and Rating for the front axle. See the plies and the tread. Cords optional equipment including the Vehicle Load Limits on may be made from steel or other...
Page 253 Vehicle Care 10-43 Maximum Inflation Pressure Outward Facing Sidewall Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic The maximum air pressure to side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that which a cold tire can be inflated. has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at The maximum air pressure is outward when mounted on a...
Page 254: Tire Pressure
10-44 Vehicle Care Treadwear Indicators Narrow Vehicle Capacity Weight Tire Pressure bands, sometimes called wear The number of designated Tires need the correct amount bars, that show across the tread seating positions multiplied by of air pressure to operate of a tire when only 1.6 mm 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated effectively.
Page 255 Vehicle Care 10-45 Overinflated tires, or tires How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the that have too much air, can affects vehicle handling and ride tire valve stem. Press the tire result in: comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement.
Page 256: Tire Pressure Monitor
10-46 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or The TPMS malfunction indicator is more of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure System under inflated. telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for The Tire Pressure Monitor System Accordingly, when the low tire approximately one minute and then...
Page 257: Tire Pressure Monitor
Vehicle Care 10-47 Federal Communications The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when Commission (FCC) Rules and the vehicle is first started, and then with Industry Canada turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Standards could be an early indicator that the See Radio Frequency Statement on...
Page 258 10-48 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching The TPMS can warn about a TPMS Malfunction Light process was not done or low tire pressure condition but it The TPMS will not function properly not completed successfully does not replace normal tire if one or more of the TPMS sensors after rotating the tires.
Page 259 Vehicle Care 10-49 Operating electronic devices or order: driver side front tire, 5. Press and hold the SET/CLR being near facilities using radio passenger side front tire, passenger button to begin the sensor wave frequencies similar to the side rear tire, and driver side rear. matching process.
Page 260: Tire Inspection
10-50 Vehicle Care 11. Proceed to the driver side rear Replace the tire if: Tire Rotation tire, and repeat the procedure The indicators at three or Tires should be rotated every in Step 8. The horn sounds more places around the tire 12 000 km (7,500 mi).
Page 261: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-51 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor Lightly coat the center of the System. See Tire Pressure wheel hub with wheel bearing Monitor Operation on grease after a wheel change or page 10 47. tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up.
Page 262: Buying New Tires
10-52 Vehicle Care to be replaced due to wear before Buying New Tires they may need to be replaced GM has developed and matched due to age. Consult the tire specific tires for the vehicle. The manufacturer for more information original equipment tires installed on when tires should be replaced.
Page 263 Vehicle Care 10-53 will be followed by MS for mud WARNING WARNING and snow. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 10 38 for Tires could explode during Using bias-ply tires on the additional information. improper service. Attempting vehicle may cause the wheel to mount or dismount a tire rim flanges to develop cracks GM recommends replacing...
Page 264: Different Size Tires And Wheels
10-54 Vehicle Care Vehicles that have a tire may be affected. If the vehicle has Uniform Tire Quality electronic systems such as antilock pressure monitoring system Grading brakes, rollover airbags, traction could give an inaccurate control, and electronic stability Quality grades can be found low pressure warning if non TPC control, the performance of these where applicable on the tire...
Page 265 Vehicle Care 10-55 with nominal rim diameters of graded 150 would wear one Warning: The traction grade 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), and a half (1½) times as well assigned to this tire is based on or to some limited-production on the government course as a straight-ahead braking traction tires.
Page 266: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-56 Vehicle Care The grade C corresponds to a basis. However, check the Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel alignment if there is unusual tire nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor level of performance which all wear or if the vehicle is pulling to System (TPMS) sensors with new passenger car tires must meet one side or the other.
Page 267: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-57 Used Replacement Wheels If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blow out WARNING parts. The area damaged by the while driving, especially if the tires tire chains could cause loss of are maintained properly.
Page 268 10-58 Vehicle Care A rear blowout, particularly on a WARNING WARNING curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction as Lifting a vehicle and getting Changing a tire can be used in a skid. Stop pressing the under it to do maintenance or dangerous.
Page 269: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-59 This vehicle may come with a jack The following information explains WARNING and spare tire or a tire sealant and how to repair or change a tire. compressor kit. To use the jacking Overinflating a tire could cause Tire Sealant and equipment to change a spare tire the tire to rupture and you or...
Page 270 10-60 Vehicle Care If the tire has been separated from D. Tire Sealant Canister WARNING the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, E. On/Off Button or has a large puncture, the tire is Storing the tire sealant and Slot on Top of Compressor too severely damaged for the tire compressor kit or other sealant and compressor kit to be...
Page 271 Vehicle Care 10-61 Check the tire sealant expiration If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire date on the tire sealant canister. and wheel damage by driving slowly The tire sealant canister (D) should to a level place. Turn on the hazard be replaced before its expiration warning flashers.
Page 272 10-62 Vehicle Care If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the cigarette lighter. Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window. 9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor. 10.
Page 273 Vehicle Care 10-63 11. Inflate the tire to the the tire valve. See Roadside 16. Remove the tire sealant recommended inflation Assistance Program on canister (D) from the slot on pressure using the pressure page 13 5. top of the compressor (F). gauge (H).
Page 274 10-64 Vehicle Care Do not exceed the speed on If the tire pressure has not Using the Tire Sealant and this label until the damaged tire dropped more than 68 kPa Compressor Kit without is repaired or replaced. (10 psi) from the recommended Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not inflation pressure, inflate the Punctured)
Page 275 Vehicle Care 10-65 Slot on Top of Compressor See If a Tire Goes Flat on See Power Outlets on page 5 5. page 10 57 for other important G. Pressure Deflation Button If the vehicle has an accessory safety warnings. power outlet, do not use the H.
Page 276: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-66 Vehicle Care The pressure gauge (H) may 11. Unplug the power plug (I) from Storing the Tire Sealant read higher than the actual tire the accessory power outlet in and Compressor Kit pressure while the compressor is the vehicle. on.
Page 277: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-67 To store the tire sealant canister and compressor: 1. Attach the sealant/air hose to the sealant canister inlet valve. 2. Return the sealant canister and the compressor to their original storage location. Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools A.
Page 278 10-68 Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 57. 3. Turn the wheel nuts 4. Place the jack at the position counterclockwise to loosen marked with a half circle.
Page 279 Vehicle Care 10-69 6. Turn the wheel wrench WARNING clockwise until the lift head is firmly contacting the proper Raising the vehicle with the lifting point nearest the flat tire. jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even WARNING make the vehicle fall.
Page 280 10-70 Vehicle Care 8. Turn the wheel nuts WARNING counterclockwise to remove them. Never use oil or grease on bolts 9. Remove the flat tire. or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel WARNING could fall off, causing a crash. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the 12.
Page 281 Vehicle Care 10-71 Notice: Improperly tightened WARNING wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To Wheel nuts that are improperly or avoid expensive brake repairs, incorrectly tightened can cause evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the wheels to become loose or the proper sequence and to the come off.
Page 282 10-72 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire If the vehicle is a sedan the flat tire should be against the back and Tools of the rear seats. WARNING If the vehicle is a hatchback the flat tire should be against the Storing a jack, a tire, or other back of the trunk.
Page 283: Compact Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-73 Storing the Compact Spare Tire If this vehicle has a compact spare Notice: When the compact spare and Tools tire, it was fully inflated when the is installed, do not take the vehicle was new; however, it can vehicle through an automatic Reverse the instructions for lose air after a time.
Page 284: Jump Starting
10-74 Vehicle Care Jump Starting Notice: Ignoring these steps The jump start positive post (B) and could result in costly damage to negative post (D) are on the battery For more information about the the vehicle that would not be on the driver side of the vehicle.
Page 285 Vehicle Care 10-75 transmission, or Parking on WARNING WARNING page 9 22 with a manual transmission. Using a match near a battery can Fans or other moving engine Notice: If any accessories are left cause battery gas to explode. parts can injure you badly. Keep on or plugged in during the jump People have been hurt doing this, your hands away from moving...
Page 286 10-76 Vehicle Care 6. Connect the other end of the Always connect and remove the To disconnect the jumper cables red positive (+) cable to the jumper cables in the correct from both vehicles: positive (+) terminal of the good order, making sure that the 1.
Page 287: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-77 Towing Recreational Vehicle Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle Towing towing: Towing the Vehicle Recreational vehicle towing means What is the towing capacity towing the vehicle behind another Notice: To avoid damage, the of the towing vehicle? Be vehicle, such as a motor home.
Page 288 10-78 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing 2. Shift the automatic transmission Notice: If 105 km/h (65 mph) is to P (Park) or a manual exceeded while towing the When dinghy towing a vehicle with transmission into 1 (First) gear vehicle, it could be damaged. an automatic transmission, the and turn the ignition to Never exceed 105 km/h (65 mph)
Page 289 Vehicle Care 10-79 Dolly Towing from the Front 2. Drive the front wheels onto the Dolly Towing from the Rear dolly. 3. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission into 1 (First) gear. 4. Set the parking brake and remove the key.
Page 290: Appearance Care
10-80 Vehicle Care Appearance Care Notice: Avoid using high Finish Care pressure washes closer than Application of aftermarket clearcoat 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the Exterior Care sealant/wax materials is not vehicle. Use of power washers recommended. If painted surfaces exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) Washing the Vehicle are damaged, see your dealer to...
Page 291 Vehicle Care 10-81 Do not apply waxes or polishes to For aluminum, never use auto or Weatherstrips uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, chrome polish, steam, or caustic Apply silicone grease on decals, simulated wood, or flat paint soap to clean. A coating of wax, weatherstrips to make them last as damage can occur.
Page 292 10-82 Vehicle Care Wheels and Trim Aluminum Notice: To avoid surface damage, Body Component Lubrication do not use strong soaps, or Chrome Lubricate all key lock cylinders, chemicals, abrasive polishes, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the Use a soft, clean cloth with mild cleaners, brushes, or cleaners steel fuel door hinge unless the soap and water to clean the wheels.
Page 293: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-83 Original manufacturer replacement Interior Care Cleaners may contain solvents that parts will provide the corrosion can become concentrated in the To prevent dirt particle abrasions, protection while maintaining the interior. Before using cleaners, read regularly clean the vehicle's interior. vehicle warranty.
Page 294 10-84 Vehicle Care A concentrated soap solution will Fabric/Carpet 3. Start on the outside edge of the leave a residue that creates soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface streaks and attracts dirt. Do not center. Rotate the cleaning cloth using a soft brush attachment.
Page 295 Vehicle Care 10-85 Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase Care of Safety Belts gloss, especially on the instrument Vinyl, & Other Plastic Surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. panel. Reflected glare can decrease Use a soft microfiber cloth visibility through the windshield dampened with water to remove WARNING...
Page 296: Floor Mats
10-86 Vehicle Care Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats The original equipment floor WARNING Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove. If a floor mat is the wrong size vehicle.
Page 297: Service And Maintenance
Service and Maintenance 11-1 Service and General Information technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as Maintenance Your vehicle is an important oil changes and tire rotations and investment. This section describes additional maintenance items like the required maintenance for the tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper vehicle.
Page 298 11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use The Additional Required WARNING vehicles, maintenance needs Services Severe are for vehicles vary. There may need to be more that are: Performing maintenance work frequent checks and services. Mainly driven in heavy city traffic can be dangerous and can The Additional Required in hot weather.
Page 299: Maintenance Schedule
Service and Maintenance 11-3 Check engine coolant level. See Maintenance year. The engine oil and filter must Engine Coolant on page 10 16. be changed at least once a year Schedule and the oil life system must be Check windshield washer fluid reset.
Page 300 11-4 Service and Maintenance Visually inspect steering, Check starter switch. See Starter Check accelerator pedal for suspension, and chassis Switch Check on page 10 24. damage, high effort, or binding. components for damaged, loose, Replace if needed. Check automatic transmission or missing parts or signs of shift lock control function.
Page 301 Service and Maintenance 11-5...
Page 302 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance b) Check all fuel and vapor lines e) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required and hoses for proper hook up, comes first. See Cooling System on Services Normal routing, and condition. Check that page 10 15.
Page 303 Service and Maintenance 11-7...
Page 304 11-8 Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance c) Or every four years, whichever Special Application Schedule Additional Required comes first. Services Services Severe d) Or every 10 years, whichever a) Or every two years, whichever comes first. Severe Commercial Use comes first. Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis e) Or every five years, whichever components every 5 000 km/...
Page 305: And Care
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Additional Battery Brakes The battery supplies power to Brakes stop the vehicle and are Maintenance start the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. and Care additional electrical accessories. Signs of brake wear may include To avoid break down or failure chirping, grinding, or squealing Your vehicle is an important...
Page 306 11-10 Service and Maintenance Hoses Shocks and Struts Tires Hoses transport fluids and should Shocks and struts help aid in Tires need to be properly inflated, be regularly inspected to ensure control for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining that there are no cracks or leaks.
Page 307 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Vehicle Care Windshield Wiper Blades To help keep the vehicle looking For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned like new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to available from your dealer.
Page 308: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of Engine Oil the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 309 Service and Maintenance 11-13 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Key Lock Cylinders Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or Manual Transmission Shift Linkage lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No.
Page 310: Maintenance Replacement Parts
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 96950990 Engine Oil Filter 93185674 PF2257G Passenger Compartment Air Filter...
Page 311: Maintenance Records
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 312 11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 313 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 314 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Services Performed Reading...
Page 315: Vehicle Identification
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN Vehicle Identification is the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 316: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
Page 317: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 1.4L L4 Manual 0.7 mm (0.028 in) 1.8L L4 Automatic and Manual 0.7 mm (0.028 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing 1.8L L4 Engine (with Air 1.8L L4 Engine (without Air Conditioning) Conditioning) 1.4L L4 Engine...
Page 318 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 319: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-14...
Page 320 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, 40 days. If you do not agree with the member of dealership management, remember that your concern will decision given in your case, you it appears your concern cannot be...
Page 321: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, of its participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program.
Page 322: Customer Assistance For Text
Caribbean Islands/Countries General Motors of Canada Limited Manage your vehicle (U.S.) (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: at chevrolet.com. Click on Virgin Islands) CA1-163-005 Owners, then Manage My 1908 Colonel Sam Drive General Motors de Mexico, S. de Chevrolet/Owners Login.
Page 323: Program
Chevrolet Owner Centre has a Mobility Program. Call (Canada) chevroletowner.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) GM Mobility for details. TTY users call Take a trip to the Chevrolet Owner Reimbursement Program 1-800-263-3830. Centre: Chat live with online help Roadside Assistance representatives. Program Use the Vehicle Tools section.
Page 324 Road or Highway: Tow to the the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. When calling Roadside Assistance, nearest Chevrolet dealer for Chevrolet and General Motors of have the following information warranty service, or if the vehicle Canada Limited reserve the right to...
Page 325: Scheduling Service
Customer Information 13-7 Towing or services for vehicles General Motors of Scheduling Service driven on a non-public road or Canada Limited requires Appointments highway. pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, and a copy When the vehicle requires warranty Services Specific to of the repair orders. Once service, contact your dealer and Canadian-Purchased Vehicles authorization has been received,...
Page 326: Courtesy Transportation
13-8 Customer Information Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount Program Warranty service can generally be allowed by GM for shuttle service. completed while you wait. However, In addition, for U.S. customers, To enhance your ownership if you are unable to wait, GM helps should you arrange transportation...
Page 327: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-9 Requirements vary and may General Motors reserves the right ensure that the vehicle's designed include minimum age requirements, to unilaterally modify, change, appearance, durability, and safety insurance coverage, credit card, or discontinue Courtesy are preserved. The use of Genuine etc.
Page 328 13-10 Customer Information As a result, these parts may fit Insuring the Vehicle If the vehicle is leased, the leasing poorly, exhibit premature durability/ company may require you to have Protect your investment in the GM corrosion problems, and may not insurance that ensures repairs with vehicle with comprehensive and perform properly in subsequent...
Page 329 Customer Information 13-11 Gather the following information: If the airbag has inflated, see What Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Will You See after an Airbag but you must live with the repair. Driver name, address, and Inflates? on page 3 24. Depending on your policy limits, telephone number.
Page 330: Service Publications
13-12 Customer Information Service Publications Owner Information Current and Past Models Ordering Information Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and Manuals are available for current Service Manuals intended to provide basic and past model GM vehicles. operational information about the Service Manuals have the diagnosis ORDER TOLL FREE:...
Page 331: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-13 Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your Government dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may to the United States believe that the vehicle has a safety call the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
Page 332: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: hitting a road obstacle, data that information about the vehicle s will assist in understanding how a Chevrolet Motor Division performance and how it is driven. vehicle's systems performed. The Chevrolet Customer For example, the vehicle uses...
Page 333: Onstar
Customer Information 13-15 This data can help provide a better GM will not access this data or at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or understanding of the circumstances share it with others except: with the www.onstar.ca (Canada), or by in which crashes and injuries occur. consent of the vehicle owner or, pressing the button and...
Page 334: Statement
13-16 Customer Information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN/210/220/310. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 335: Onstar Overview
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Push Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
Page 336: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to get a priority connection to an Emergency Advisor available OnStar navigation requires the 24/7 to: Emergency Directions and Connections Get help for an emergency. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Be a Good Samaritan or the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or...
Page 337 OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push . System responds: OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers OnStar ready, then a tone. Cancel Route to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
Page 338: Connections
14-4 OnStar Connections End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Number OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows Push . System responds: Call calls to be made and received from ended. 1. Push . System responds: the vehicle. The vehicle can also OnStar ready.
Page 339: Diagnostics
OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Push to request account transfer...
Page 340 14-6 OnStar OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on available dealer installed TTY your vehicle is in a place where page 13 16 for information system can provide in-vehicle OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal access to all of the OnStar services, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 341 OnStar 14-7 Warranty Global Positioning Cellular and GPS Antennas System (GPS) OnStar equipment may be Avoid placing items over or near the warranted as part of the new-vehicle antenna to prevent blocking cellular Obstruction of the GPS can limited warranty. The manufacturer and GPS signal reception.
Page 342 14-8 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not add any electrical equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9 40. Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate.
Page 343: Passenger Sensing
INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Antilock Brake What Will You See after an System (ABS) ....9-28 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-24 Warning Light .
Page 344 INDEX Automatic Brake Door Locks ....2-7 System Warning Light ..5-16 Calibration ..... . 5-4 Headlamp System .
Page 345 INDEX Chains, Tire ....10-57 Cluster, Instrument ... . . 5-8 Cruise Control ....9-33 Charging System Light .
Page 346 INDEX ® Diagnostics, OnStar ..14-5 Engine (cont'd) Pressure Light ....5-20 Distracted Driving ....9-2 Electrical Equipment, Dome Lamps .
Page 347 INDEX Front Seat Armrest ... . . 3-6 Headlamps Front Seats Aiming ..... . 10-27 Gasoline Adjustment .
Page 348: Headlamps, Front Turn
INDEX Lights Airbag Readiness ... . . 5-11 Ignition Positions ....9-15 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ..10-38 Antilock Brake System Ignition Transmission Lock Lamps...
Page 349: Traction Control System
INDEX Lights (cont'd) Manual Mode ....9-25 Traction Control System Manual Transmission ..9-26 Engine .
Page 350 INDEX Power (cont'd) Rear Window Washer/Wiper ..5-4 Reduced Engine Light ..5-21 Rearview Mirrors ....2-14 Park Retained Accessory (RAP) .
Page 351 INDEX Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Parts after a Crash ... 3-45 Restraints ....3-45, 3-48 Safety Belts ....3-10 Replacing Safety Belt Security Care .
Page 352 i-10 INDEX Signals, Turn and Storage Areas Tires Lane-Change ....6-4 Cargo Cover ....4-2 Buying New Tires .
Page 353 INDEX i-11 Tires (cont'd) Trunk ......2-8 Vehicle (cont'd) Remote Start ....2-4 Wheel Alignment and Tire Turn and Lane-Change Balance .
Page 354 i-12 INDEX Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ....10-56 Different Size ....10-54 Replacement .

Chevrolet 2012 Sonic Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Initial Drive Information

Vehicle Features

Performance and Maintenance

Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Interior Mirrors

Vehicle Security

Windows

Restraints

Head Restraints

Rear Seats

Airbag System

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Vehicle Messages

Lighting

Infotainment System 7-1 Infotainment System Audio Players Introduction

Introduction

Radio

Phone

Driving and Operating

Engine Exhaust

Manual Transmission

Brakes

Cruise Control

Fuel

Towing

Electrical System

Quick Links

Chapters

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Questions and answers

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