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2018 Chevrolet Bolt EV Owner's Manual 18_CHEV_BOLT_EV_COV_en_US_U_84486646B_2018FEB19.ai 1 2/7/2018 3:13:49 PM C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 84486646 B Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11434431) - 2018 - crc - 2/14/18 Contents Introduction . 2 In Brief . 5 Keys, Doors, and Windows . 32 Seats and Restraints . 56 Storage . 105 Instruments and Controls . 108 Lighting . 150 Infotainment System . 157 Climate Controls . 186 Driving and Operating . 193 Vehicle Care . 254 Service and Maintenance . 321 Technical Data . 330 Customer Information . 332 Reporting Safety Defects . 342 OnStar . 346 Index . 358 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11434431) - 2018 - crc - 2/14/18 2 Introduction Introduction This manual describes features that Helm, Incorporated may or may not be on the vehicle Attention: Customer Service because of optional equipment that 47911 Halyard Drive was not purchased on the vehicle, Plymouth, MI 48170 model variants, country USA specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your Using this Manual region, or changes subsequent to To quickly locate information about the printing of this owner’s manual. the vehicle, use the Index in the The names, logos, emblems, Refer to the purchase back of the manual. It is an slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your alphabetical list of what is in the vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the manual and the page number where this manual including, but not limited features. it can be found. to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and Keep this manual in the vehicle for BOLT are trademarks and/or service quick reference. Danger, Warning, and marks of General Motors LLC, its Caution subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. Canadian Vehicle Owners Warning messages found on vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada, A French language manual can be labels and in this manual describe substitute the name “General obtained from your dealer, at hazards and what to do to avoid or Motors of Canada Company” for www.helminc.com, or from: reduce them. Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual. Propriétaires Canadiens On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 84486646 B Second Printing © 2018 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11434431) - 2018 - crc - 2/14/18 Introduction 3 A circle with a slash through it is a Vehicle Symbol Chart { Danger safety symbol which means “Do Here are some additional symbols Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let Danger indicates a hazard with a that may be found on the vehicle this happen.” high level of risk which will result and what they mean. See the in serious injury or death. features in this manual for Symbols information. The vehicle has components and 9 : Airbag Readiness Light labels that use symbols instead of { Warning text. Symbols are shown along with # : Air Conditioning the text describing the operation or ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning indicates a hazard that information relating to a specific $ : Brake System Warning Light could result in injury or death. component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. " : Charging System (12-Volt Battery) M : Shown when the owner’s Caution manual has additional instructions I : Cruise Control or information. ` : Do Not Puncture Caution indicates a hazard that * : Shown when the service could result in property or vehicle ^ : Do Not Service manual has additional instructions damage. or information. [ : Energy Usage and Charge Mode Selection 0 : Shown when there is more information on another page — O : Exterior Lamps “see page.” _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited g : First Responder + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11434431) - 2018 - crc - 2/14/18 4 Introduction _ : High Voltage j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Seat Belt Reminders Z : Service Vehicle Soon 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak a : Under Pressure ] : Vehicle Ready M : Windshield Washer Fluid Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11434431) - 2018 - crc - 2/14/18 In Brief 5 Bluetooth . 18 Driving for Better Energy In Brief Steering Wheel Controls . 18 Efficiency . 30 Cruise Control . 19 Roadside Assistance Driver Information Program . 31 Instrument Panel Center (DIC) . 20 Instrument Panel . 6 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Initial Drive Information System . 20 Initial Drive Information . 8 Forward Automatic Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Braking (FAB) . 20 System . 8 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) Remote Start . 8 System . 20 Door Locks . 9 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . 21 Liftgate . 10 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . 21 Windows . 11 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . 21 Seat Adjustment . 11 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Heated Seats . 12 System . 21 Head Restraint Adjustment . 13 Parking Assist . 21 Seat Belts . 13 Power Outlets . 22 Passenger Sensing System . 13 Battery and Efficiency Mirror Adjustment . 14 High Voltage Safety Steering Wheel Adjustment . 14 Information . 22 Interior Lighting . 14 Charging . 23 Exterior Lighting . 15 Regenerative Braking . 28 Windshield Wiper/Washer . 16 Service . 28 Climate Controls . 17 Performance and Maintenance Vehicle Features Traction Control/Electronic Radio(s) . 17 Stability Control . 29 Satellite Radio . 18 Tire Pressure Monitor . 29 Portable Audio Devices . 18 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11434431) - 2018 - crc - 2/14/18 6 In Brief Instrument Panel Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11434431) - 2018 - crc - 2/14/18 In Brief 7 1. Air Vents 0 190. 8. Storage Compartments 0 105. Heated Steering Wheel 0 110 2. Turn and Lane-Change Signals 9. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive (If Equipped). 0 154. Unit 0 208. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 0 IntelliBeam System Button (If 10. Electric Parking Brake 0 213. System 225 (If Equipped). 0 Equipped). See Exterior Lamp 11. Power Outlets 0 114. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 233 Controls 0 150. (If Equipped). 12. Hazard Warning Flashers 3. Instrument Cluster 0 118. 0 20. Instrument Panel Fuse Block 153. 0 Driver Information Center (DIC) 276. 0 Traction Control/Electronic 141. Stability Control 0 217. 21. Data Link Connector (DLC) 4. Windshield Wiper/Washer (Out of View). See Service 0 Driver Selected Operating Vehicle Soon Light 0 126. 111. Modes 0 208. 22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 150. 5. Charging Status Feedback 13. Power Button 0 204. 0 240. 23. Instrument Panel Illumination 14. Steering Wheel Controls 0 109 Control 0 154. Automatic Headlamp System (If Equipped). 0 153. 15. Horn 0 110. Indicator Light and Solar Sensor (ILSS). See “Sensors” 16. Steering Wheel Adjustment under Automatic Climate 0 109 (Out of View). 0 Control System 186. 17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 109 6. Infotainment System. See (If Equipped). 0 AM-FM Radio 162. 18. Regen on Demand (Out of Heated Front Seats 0 60 (If View). See Regenerative Equipped). Braking 0 215. 7. Automatic Climate Control 19. Cruise Control 0 219. System 0 186. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11434431) - 2018 - crc - 2/14/18 8 In Brief Initial Drive vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger Information from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. This section provides a brief overview about some of the See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) important features that may or may System Operation 0 33. not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer Remote Start to each of the features which can be Remote Starting the Vehicle found later in this owner’s manual. Use remote start to heat or cool the Remote Keyless Entry interior when the vehicle is plugged Press the key release button to in to maximize electric range by (RKE) System extend the key. The key can be utilizing electricity from the electrical The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) used for all locks. outlet. Normal operation of the transmitter may work up to 60 m K : Press to unlock the driver door system will return after the vehicle (197 ft) away from the vehicle. or all doors, depending on the has been turned on. vehicle personalization setting. To remote start the vehicle: Q : Press to lock all doors. 1. Press and release Q on the 7 : Press and release one time to RKE transmitter. initiate vehicle locator. Press and hold for at least three seconds to 2. Immediately press and hold / sound the panic alarm. Press again for at least four seconds or until to cancel the panic alarm. the turn signal lamps flash. / : Press and release Q and then immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds to start the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11434431) - 2018 - crc - 2/14/18 In Brief 9 3. After entering the vehicle Door Locks Power Door Locks during a remote start, press To lock or unlock the doors from POWER O with the brake outside the vehicle: pedal applied to operate as normal. Use the key in the driver door to lock and unlock the door. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on. Remote start run . Press Q or K on the Remote time can be extended. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter Canceling Remote Start to lock and unlock the doors. To lock or unlock the doors from To cancel a remote start, do any of inside the vehicle: the following: . Press or K on the power door . Press and hold / until the Q lock switch. parking lamps turn off. Use the lock knob on the top of K : Press to unlock the doors. Turn on the hazard warning the door panel to lock the door flashers.
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