2012 Chevrolet Camaro Owners Manual

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Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56
Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-58
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19
Filling a Portable Fuel

Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-61
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-59
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . .9-58
Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . .9-57
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Management, Active . . . . . . . . . .9-29
Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-56
Requirements, California . . . . .9-57
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-39

Fuses

Engine Compartment

Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48

Fuses and Circuit

Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47

Instrument Panel Fuse

Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-50

Rear Compartment Fuse

Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-52

Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . 5-49
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-49

Gasoline

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-57

Gauges

Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
Engine Coolant

Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-13
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Engine Oil Temperature . . . . . . .5-12
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Transmission Temperature . . . .5-14
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-14
Warning Lights and

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

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General Information

Service and Maintenance . . . . . 11-1
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-61
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-3
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
GM Mobility Reimbursement

Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7

Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 6-4
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Headlamps

Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-41
Daytime Running

Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . 10-44, 6-3
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
High Intensity Discharge

(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . .5-25
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . 6-2
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

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Heater

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-24
Heating and Air Conditioning . . . 8-1
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . 10-63
Highway Hypnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . 9-10
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17

Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Ignition Transmission Lock

Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25

Infants and Young Children,

Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii

Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-93

Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . . 5-39
Keyless Entry

Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . 2-3
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . 10-56
Lamps

Daytime

Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . 10-44, 6-3
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Front Fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps . . . . . 10-42, 10-43
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-46
Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . .5-18
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-39
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

LATCH System

Replacing Parts after a

Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-46

LATCH, Lower Anchors and

Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . 3-41
Latches, Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Lighting

Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Theater Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Lights

Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-16
Antilock Brake System

(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22
Brake System Warning . . . . . . .5-21
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-18
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . .5-24
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Front Fog Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . 6-2
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . .5-15
Taillamp Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-25
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24

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Traction Control OFF/

StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-23

Traction Control System

(TCS)/StabiliTrak® . . . . . . . . . .5-23
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22
Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . 9-48
Locks

Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Lower Anchors and Tethers

for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41

Maintenance

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

Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids

and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 5-18
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17

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Messages

Mirrors

Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . . .5-43
Battery Voltage and

Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-35
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-35
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36
Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-37
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . .5-37
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-38
Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-38
Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-39
Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-39
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-39
Object Detection System . . . . .5-40
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . .5-40
Service Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-44
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-35
Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-45
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-45
Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-45

Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Automatic Dimming

Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13

Monitor System, Tire

Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-64

Navigation

OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-2
Net, Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . 9-19

Object Detection System

Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

Off-Road

Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5

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Oil

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-16
Engine Oil Pressure

Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-38
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . 3-33
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . 13-6
OnStar®

Additional Information . . . . . . . .14-5
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-4
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-5
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-2
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-2
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-1
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-2
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-20
System, In Brief

Operation, Infotainment

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Ordering

Service Publications . . . . . . . . 13-18

Outlets

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Overview, Infotainment

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Overview, OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1

Park

Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-25
Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-26
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Assist, Ultrasonic . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-52
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-40
Brake and P (Park)

Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . 10-37
Over Things That Burn . . . . . . .9-28

Passenger Airbag Status

Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Passenger Sensing System . . . 3-25
Perchlorate Materials

Requirements, California . . . . . 10-3

Personalization

Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-46

Phone

Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . 7-23, 7-25, 7-28

Power

Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13
Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-25
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . 10-31, 10-32
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15

Pregnancy, Using Safety

Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Privacy

Radio Frequency

Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . 13-21

Program

Courtesy Transportation . . . . 13-14

Proposition 65 Warning,

California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

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Racing or Other Competitive

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6

Radio Frequency

Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . . 13-21
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-22

Radios

AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-13
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10
Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Limited-Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-48
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 9-54
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . .2-14
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Recommended

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-56

Recommended Fluids and

Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12

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Records

Ride Control Systems

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

Recreational Vehicle

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-96

Limited Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . .9-48
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-40
Selective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-49

Reimbursement Program,

Roads

GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7

Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . 10-46
Replacement Parts

Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-32
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-14
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . 3-32
Replacing LATCH System

Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 3-46

Replacing Safety Belt

System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-16

Reporting Safety Defects

Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-19
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-20
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-19

Restraints

Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-40

Retained Accessory

Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25

Roadside Assistance

Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7, 13-10

Roof

Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-68
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . 12-6
Running the Vehicle While

Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30

Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-16
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15
How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . .3-16
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . .3-15

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Safety Defects Reporting

Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-19
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-20
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-19
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 13-13
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-78
Seatback Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Seats

Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 3-4
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Securing Child

Service

Accessories and

Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-4
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . .10-4
Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . .5-18
Maintenance Records . . . . . . .11-15
Maintenance, General

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
. . . . .12-1

Parts Identification Label Publications Ordering

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-18
Scheduling Appointments . . . 13-13
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Shift Lock Control Function

Check, Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-37

Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47, 3-49

Shifting

Security

OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-2
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Selective Ride Control . . . . . . . . . 9-49

Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-25
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-26

Signals, Turn and

Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Spare Tire

Compact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-92

Specifications and

Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2

Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
StabiliTrak

OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-23
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-43
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Fluid, Power . . . . . . . . . 10-31, 10-32
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Storage

Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storage Areas

Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Storing the Tire Sealant

and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . 10-85
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13
Summer Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-56
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv System

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

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Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Taillamp Indicator Light . . . . . . . . 5-25
Taillamps

Turn Signal and

Stoplamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-45
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-6
Theater Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . 2-12
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-12
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Tires

All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-55
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-71
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-76
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-86
Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-92
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-58
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-73
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . 10-77
Inflation Monitor System . . . . 10-65
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-68
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-43
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-63
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24
Pressure Monitor System . . . 10-64

Tires (cont'd)

Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-68
Sealant and

Compressor Kit

. . . . . . . . . . . 10-78

Sealant and Compressor

Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-85
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . 10-56
Summer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-56
Terminology and

Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-59

Uniform Tire Quality

Traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23

Control OFF/StabiliTrak

OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-23
Control System (TCS) . . . . . . . .9-41
Control System (TCS)/

StabiliTrak® Light . . . . . . . . . . . .5-23
Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . .9-48
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22
Selective Ride Control . . . . . . . .9-49

Trailer

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-66

Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-73

Transmission

Wheel Alignment and Tire

Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-75
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . 10-75
When It Is Time for New

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-55
Tonneau Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Towing

Driving Characteristics . . . . . . . .9-62
Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-67
General Information . . . . . . . . . .9-61
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . 10-96
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-66
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-96

Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-30
Fluid, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17
Fluid, Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-44
Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . .5-14

Transportation Program,

Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Turn and Lane-Change

Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

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INDEX

Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . . . 9-52
Uniform Tire Quality

Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-73
Universal Remote System . . . . . 5-49
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-52
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-49
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Vehicle

Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Identification

Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-1
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-14
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-35
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-46
Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . .5-45
Remote Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-45
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-96

Vehicle Care

Storing the Tire Sealant

and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . 10-85
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-62
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14

Warning

Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . .5-21

Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Cautions and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . .iv Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Wheels

Alignment and Tire

Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-75
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-73
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-75

When It Is Time for New

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
. . . . 3-40
Where to Put the Restraint Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-45
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15

Windshield

Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Winter

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-55
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 10-38

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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Performance and

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18

Keys, Doors, and

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17

Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-3

Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-46
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-49

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-15
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23

Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4

Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-19
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-30
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-37
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-41
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-52
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-61
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-68

Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-41
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-54
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-93
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-96
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-97

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Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3
Special Application

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

Additional Maintenance

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

Recommended Fluids,

Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-12
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-15

Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . 12-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2

Customer Information . . . . . . . 13-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 13-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 13-19
Vehicle Data Recording and

Privacy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-20

OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1
OnStar Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2
OnStar Additional

Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5
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This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are options that you did not purchase, or due to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Introduction

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Canadian Vehicle Owners

Propriétaires Canadiens A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, CAMARO, and the CAMARO Emblem are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.

Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 22825335 B Second Printing

©2011 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.

{ WARNING

These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

Notice: This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty.

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

Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information.

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Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps

# : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® M : Windshield Washer Fluid

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In Brief

Instrument Panel

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

Initial Drive Information

Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 1-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Passenger Sensing System . . . 1-8

Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 1-9
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 1-10
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Vehicle Features

Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . 1-14
Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . 1-14
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Driver Information

Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . 1-16

In Brief

1-1

Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Universal Remote System . . . 1-17
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Convertible . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control

System (TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
StabiliTrak® System . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . 1-18
Tire Sealant and

Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . 1-19
Driving for Better Fuel

Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19

Roadside Assistance

Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20

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Instrument Panel

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A. Air Vents on page 8‑4. B. Turn and Lane-Change Lever.

See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑5. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 6‑2. Flash-to-Pass on page 6‑3. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons (If Equipped). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑26.

C. Driver Shift Controls (If

Equipped). See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑30. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑7.

D. E. Windshield Wiper/Washer on

F.

page 5‑3. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System on page 6‑3. Infotainment on page 7‑1.

G. H. Hood Release (Out of View).

See Hood on page 10‑5.

I. Data Link Connector (DLC)

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

J. Exterior Lamp Controls on

page 6‑1. Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑5
(If Equipped). Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑6.

K. Cruise Control on page 9‑50. L. Steering Wheel Adjustment on

page 5‑2.

M. Horn on page 5‑3. N. Steering Wheel Controls on

page 5‑2.

O. Head-Up Display (HUD) on

page 5‑30 (If Equipped).

P. Climate Control Systems on

page 8‑1.

Q. Transmission Temperature

Gauge (Except ZL1) on page 5‑14.

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Voltmeter Gauge on page 5‑14. Engine Oil Temperature Gauge on page 5‑12. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge on page 5‑11. Boost Gauge (ZL1 Only) on page 5‑10.

R. Traction Control System (TCS)

on page 9‑41. Performance Traction Management (PTM). See Competitive Driving Mode on page 9‑44 (ZL1 Model Only).

S. Shift Lever. See Automatic

Transmission on page 9‑30 or Manual Transmission on page 9‑37.

T. Power Outlets on page 5‑5. U. Hazard Warning Flashers on

page 6‑4. Power Door Locks on page 2‑8.

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Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter will work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle.

Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑46. Press and hold V to open the trunk. Press and release 7 to locate the vehicle. Press and hold 7 for at least two seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press 7 again to cancel the panic alarm. See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.

Press the key release button to extend the key blade. The key can be used for the ignition and all locks. Press K to unlock the driver door or all doors. Press Q to lock all doors.

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Remote Vehicle Start For vehicles with this feature, the engine can be started from outside the vehicle. Starting the Vehicle 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the

vehicle.

2. Press and release Q. 3.

Immediately after completing Step 2, press and hold / until the turn signal lamps flash, or for about two seconds if the vehicle is not in view.

When the engine starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once.

Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start, do one of the following: . Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold / until the parking lamps turn off. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the vehicle on and then off.

See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2‑5.

Door Locks To lock or unlock a door:

To lock the door from the inside, use the door lock knob on the top of the door. To unlock the door from inside, pull the handle once. Pulling the handle again unlatches the door.

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From the outside turn the key clockwise or counterclockwise, or press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Door Locks on page 2‑7 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3.

Power Door Locks There is a power door lock switch on the instrument panel and on the front door panels. Q : Press to lock the doors. K : Press to unlock the doors. See Power Door Locks on page 2‑8.

Trunk Release The trunk may be opened by pressing the remote trunk release button located on the lower portion of the driver door or V on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Trunk on page 2‑9.

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Seat Adjustment

Manual Seats

Power Seats

To adjust the seat, if equipped: 1. Lift the handle under the seat to

unlock it.

2. Slide the seat and release the

handle.

3. Try to move the seat back and

forth to be sure it is locked in place.

See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3.

To adjust the seat, if equipped: . Move the seat forward or

rearward by sliding the horizontal control forward or rearward.

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

. Raise or lower the entire seat by

moving the entire horizontal control up or down.

See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑4. To raise or recline the seatback, tilt the vertical control forward or rearward. See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑4.

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

Heated Seats

If available, press L or M to turn on the heated seat. A light indicates this feature is on. To operate, the engine must be running. Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Two lights indicate the highest setting, and one light indicates the lowest. See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑6.

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Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly: . Safety Belts on page 3‑8. . How to Wear Safety Belts

Properly on page 3‑9. Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑11. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑41.

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Passenger Sensing System

United States

The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑25 for more information.

Mirror Adjustment

Exterior

To adjust each mirror: 1. Press the switch to select the

driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press one of the four sides on

the h (control pad) to adjust the mirror.

3. Adjust each outside mirror so

that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can be seen.

See Power Mirrors on page 2‑13.

Canada and Mexico

The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbag and roof‐rail airbags, if equipped, are not affected by the passenger sensing system.

Coupe Shown, Convertible Similar Vehicles with outside power mirrors have controls located on the driver door armrest.

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Interior Adjust the inside rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. To avoid glare of the headlamps from behind, push the tab forward for daytime and pull it for nighttime use. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 2‑14. On vehicles with an automatic dimming inside rearview mirror. The mirror reduces glare from the headlamps of the vehicle behind you. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑14.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps

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To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel up

or down.

3. Pull or push the steering wheel

closer or away from you.

4. Pull the lever up to lock the

steering wheel in place.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

The dome lamp buttons are located overhead near the rearview mirror. To change the settings, press the following:

( : Turns the lamp off, even when a door is open. H : Turns the lamp on automatically when a door is opened.

' : Turns the lamp on.

For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑6.

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Exterior Lighting

The exterior lamps control is on the instrument panel, on the outboard side of the steering wheel. The exterior lamps control has four positions: P : Briefly turn to this position to turn the automatic light control off or on again. When released, the control returns to the AUTO position. AUTO: Use to automatically turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights.

; : Use to turn on the parking lamps together with the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lights. 5 : Use to turn on the headlamps together with the parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. # : Use to turn the fog lamps on or off. The fog lamps come on together with the parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. For more information, see: . Exterior Lamp Controls on

page 6‑1.

. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

on page 6‑3. Front Fog Lamps on page 6‑5.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper lever is on the side of the steering column. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed. 2: Use for fast wipes. 1: Use for slow wipes.

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3 : Move the lever up to 3 for adjustable interval wipes, then turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.

Climate Controls

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

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9 : Use to turn the windshield wipers off. 3 : To use for a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down. 3 : Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3.

A. Fan Control B. Heated Seats C. Temperature Control D. Air Delivery Mode Controls E. Air Conditioning

F. Defrost G. Rear Window Defogger H. Recirculation See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1.

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Transmission

Automatic Transmission

Tap Shift Tap Shift allows the driver to manually control the automatic transmission. To use Tap Shift, the shift lever must be in M (Manual Mode) or D (Drive). Vehicles with this feature have indicators on the steering wheel. The controls are on the back of the steering wheel. Tap the left control to downshift, and the right control to upshift. A Driver Information Center (DIC) message indicates the gear the vehicle is in.

Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode Vehicles with axle code GW8 have an ERS mode. ERS mode allows you to choose the top-gear limit of the transmission with fully automatic gear selection. This can help control the vehicle's speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer. The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster. When using the ERS mode a number will display next to the M, indicating the current maximum gear allowed. To use this feature: 1. Move the shift lever to

M (Manual Mode).

2. Press the plus/minus buttons

located on the back of the steering wheel, to increase or decrease the gear range available.

See Manual Mode on page 9‑34.

Manual Transmission

One to Four Shift Message (V8 Only)

When this message comes on, you can only shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth) instead of 1 (First) to 2 (Second). The message will be displayed in the Driver Information Center. See Manual Transmission on page 9‑37.

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Vehicle Features

Radio(s) VOL/ O : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. RADIO/BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XMâ„¢, if equipped. MENU/SELECT: Turn to select radio stations.

SEEK 7 : Press to seek the previous radio station or track.

SEEK 6 : Press to seek the next radio station or track. Buttons 1−6: Press to save and select favorite stations. INFO: Press to show available information about the current station or track. For more information about these and other radio features, see Overview on page 7‑3.

Storing a Favorite Station Stations from all bands can be stored in the favorite lists in any order. Up to six stations can be stored in each favorite page and the number of available favorite pages can be set. To store the station to a position in the list, press the corresponding numeric button 1−6 until the station can be heard again. For more information, see “Storing and Retrieving Favorites” in AM-FM Radio on page 7‑8. Setting the Clock

Adjusting the Time The clock menu can only be used with the radio on while in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Select Set Time.

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4. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to

adjust the highlighted value.

5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob

to select the next value.

6. To save the time or date and return to the Time and Date Settings menu, press the / BACK button at any time or press the MENU/SELECT knob after adjusting the minutes.

Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.

For detailed instructions on setting the clock, see Clock on page 5‑5.

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Satellite Radio Vehicles with an XMâ„¢ satellite radio tuner and a valid XM satellite radio subscription can receive XM programming. XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast to coast, and in digital-quality sound. A fee is required to receive the XM service. Refer to: . www.xmradio.com or call

1-800-929-2100 (U.S.). . www.xmradio.ca or call

1-877-438-9677 (Canada).

See Satellite Radio on page 7‑10.

Portable Audio Devices Some vehicles have a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) auxiliary input and a USB port located in the center console. External devices such as iPods®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, and USB drives may be connected, depending on the audio system. See Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑17.

Bluetooth® The Bluetooth system allows users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls using the vehicle audio system and controls. The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions.

See Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑28 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑25 or Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑23.

Steering Wheel Controls

Some audio steering wheel controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. b / g : Press to interact with the available Bluetooth or OnStar systems.

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\ : Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the set speed from memory. RES/+: Move the thumbwheel up to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate to a higher speed. SET/−: Move the thumbwheel down to set a speed or to make the vehicle decelerate. See Cruise Control on page 9‑50.

$ / i : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. 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. _ SRC ^ : Press to select an audio source. Turn up or down to select the next or previous favorite radio station, CD, or MP3 track.

+ x −: Press + to increase the volume; press − to decrease the volume. See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5‑2.

Cruise Control

The cruise control buttons are located on the outboard side of the steering wheel. 5 : Press to turn the cruise control system on and off. An indicator light comes on in the instrument panel cluster.

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Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are located on the turn signal lever.

A. SET/CLR: Press to set or clear

the menu item when it is displayed.

B. w / x : Use the thumbwheel

to scroll through the items in each menu.

C. MENU: Press to display the

Trip/Fuel menu and the Vehicle Information menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.

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

Ultrasonic Parking Assist If available, the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information. Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑52.

Power Outlets The vehicle has two accessory power outlets; one is located below the climate control system and the other is inside the center console storage. They can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or an MP3 player. The accessory power outlets do not work when the key is removed from the ignition and the driver door is opened. This helps to preserve the battery life of the vehicle. See Power Outlets on page 5‑5.

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Universal Remote System

This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Universal Remote system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you with programming the Universal Remote system. See Universal Remote System on page 5‑49.

Sunroof The ignition must be in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) to operate the sunroof. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑25. The sunroof switches are on the overhead console.

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Express-open: Press and release the rear of the switch two times to express-open the sunroof. Vent: Press and release the rear of the switch to vent the sunroof.

Convertible If equipped, the convertible top can be lowered and stowed under the tonneau cover behind the rear seat. For step-by-step instructions, see Convertible Top on page 2‑19.

Open/Close: Press and hold the rear or front of the switch to open or close the sunroof.

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Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control System (TCS) The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.

To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button g located on the console in front of the shift lever. i illuminates.

. Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button

again to turn traction control back on.

See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑41.

StabiliTrak® System StabiliTrak assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started.

To turn off both traction control and electronic stability control, press and hold the TCS/ StabiliTrak button g located on the console in front of the shift lever. i and g illuminate.

. Press the TCS/StabiliTrak button

again to turn on both systems.

See StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑43.

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

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

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During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑64.

Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit This vehicle may come with a spare tire and tire changing equipment or a tire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used to temporarily seal small punctures in the tread area of the tire. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10‑78 for complete operating information.

If the vehicle came with a spare tire and tire changing equipment, see If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑77.

Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.

Resetting the Oil Life System 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with

the engine off.

2. Fully press and release the

accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.

See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑16.

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Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate

smoothly.

. Brake gradually and avoid

abrupt stops.

. Avoid idling the engine for long

periods of time.

. When road and weather

conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.

. Always follow posted speed

limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.

. Keep vehicle tires properly

inflated.

. Combine several trips into a

single trip.

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OnStar® If equipped, this vehicle has a comprehensive, in-vehicle system that can connect to a live Advisor for Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connection, and Diagnostic Services. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.

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. Replace the vehicle's tires with

the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S.): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
Mexico: 01-800-466-0800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10.

Roadside Assistance and OnStar (U.S. and Canada) If you have an active OnStar subscription, press the Q button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay your exact location to get the help you need.

Online Owner Center (U.S. and Canada) The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more. Sign up today at: U.S.: chevrolet.com (click on “Owners,” then “Manage My Chevrolet/Owners Login”) Canada: chevroletowner.ca

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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

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

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Keys, Doors, and Windows

2-1

Doors

Trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Vehicle Security

Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Anti-theft Alarm System . . . . . . 2-11
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . 2-12

Exterior Mirrors

Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . 2-13