2012 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual M
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Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) 2012 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual M In Brief . 1-1 Safety Belts . 3-11 Infotainment System . 7-1 Instrument Panel . 1-2 Airbag System . 3-19 Introduction . 7-1 Initial Drive Information . 1-4 Child Restraints . 3-32 Radio . 7-7 Vehicle Features . 1-17 Audio Players . 7-12 Battery and Efficiency. 1-20 Storage . 4-1 Phone . 7-20 Performance and Storage Compartments . 4-1 Trademarks and License Maintenance . 1-25 Additional Storage Features . 4-2 Agreements . 7-31 Keys, Doors, and Instruments and Controls . 5-1 Climate Controls . 8-1 Windows . 2-1 Instrument Panel Overview. 5-4 Climate Control Systems . 8-1 Keys and Locks . 2-1 Controls . 5-6 Air Vents . 8-8 Doors . 2-13 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Vehicle Security. 2-14 Indicators . 5-9 Driving and Operating . 9-1 Exterior Mirrors . 2-16 Information Displays . 5-29 Driving Information . 9-2 Interior Mirrors . 2-17 Vehicle Messages . 5-45 Starting and Operating . 9-16 Windows . 2-17 Vehicle Personalization . 5-53 Electric Vehicle Operating Universal Remote System . 5-62 Modes . 9-21 Seats and Restraints . 3-1 Engine Exhaust . 9-26 Head Restraints . 3-2 Lighting . 6-1 Electric Drive Unit . 9-28 Front Seats . 3-4 Exterior Lighting . 6-1 Brakes . 9-29 Rear Seats . 3-8 Interior Lighting . 6-4 Ride Control Systems . 9-33 Lighting Features . 6-5 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1) 2012 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual M Cruise Control . 9-36 Service and Maintenance . 11-1 Customer Information . 13-1 Object Detection Systems . 9-38 General Information . 11-1 Customer Information . 13-1 Charging . 9-44 Maintenance Schedule . 11-3 Reporting Safety Defects . 13-13 Fuel . 9-53 Special Application Vehicle Data Recording and Towing. 9-58 Services . 11-8 Privacy. 13-15 Conversions and Add-Ons . 9-58 Additional Maintenance and Care . 11-8 OnStar . 14-1 Vehicle Care . 10-1 Recommended Fluids, OnStar Overview. 14-1 General Information . 10-2 Lubricants, and Parts . 11-12 OnStar Services . 14-2 Vehicle Checks . 10-6 Maintenance Records . 11-14 OnStar Additional Headlamp Aiming . 10-26 Information . 14-5 Bulb Replacement . 10-26 Technical Data . 12-1 Index . i-1 Electrical System . 10-30 Vehicle Identification . 12-1 Wheels and Tires . 10-40 Vehicle Data . 12-2 Jump Starting . 10-68 Towing. 10-73 Appearance Care . 10-78 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Introduction iii This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are Propriétaires Canadiens options that you did not purchase or A French language copy of this due to changes subsequent to the manual can be obtained from your printing of this owner manual. dealer or from: Please refer to the purchase The names, logos, emblems, documentation relating to your On peut obtenir un exemplaire de slogans, vehicle model names, and specific vehicle to confirm each of ce guide en français auprès du vehicle body designs appearing in the features found on your vehicle. concessionnaire ou à l'adresse this manual including, but not limited For vehicles first sold in Canada, suivante: to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, substitute the name “General the CHEVROLET Emblem, VOLT, Helm, Incorporated Motors of Canada Limited” for and the VOLT logo are trademarks P.O. Box 07130 Chevrolet Motor Division wherever Detroit, MI 48207 and/or service marks of General it appears in this manual. Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, 1-800-551-4123 affiliates, or licensors. Keep this manual in the vehicle for Numéro de poste 6438 de quick reference. langue française www.helminc.com Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20819515 A First Printing © 2011 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1) iv Introduction Using this Manual Symbols { WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and the vehicle, use the Index in the These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of back of the manual. It is an that could hurt you or other text. Symbols are shown along with alphabetical list of what is in the people. the text describing the operation or manual and the page number where information relating to a specific it can be found. component, control, message, Notice: This means there is gauge, or indicator. something that could result in Danger, Warnings, and property or vehicle damage. This M : This symbol is shown when Cautions would not be covered by the you need to see your owner manual vehicle's warranty. for additional instructions or Warning messages found on vehicle information. labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or * : This symbol is shown when reduce them. you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or Danger indicates a hazard with a information. high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a A circle with a slash through it is a hazard that could result in injury or safety symbol which means “Do death. Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Introduction v Vehicle Symbol Chart f : Electric Parking Brake * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols d : Electronic Stability : : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle Control (ESC) O : Power and what they mean. For more B information on the symbol, refer to : Engine Coolant Temperature B : Remote Vehicle Start the Index. O : Exterior Lamps > : Safety Belt Reminders : Airbag Readiness Light y 9 : Fault g : StabiliTrak® Disable : Air Conditioning g # : First Responder 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) . : Fuel Gauge i : Traction Control System (TCS) b / g : Audio Steering Wheel + : Fuses Disable Controls or OnStar® 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Q : Vehicle Ready : Brake System Warning I Changer : Windshield Washer Fluid Light M _ : High Voltage A : Charge Port Door j : LATCH System Child " : Charging System (12‐Volt Restraints Battery) [ : Leaf I : Cruise Control Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (6,1) vi Introduction 2 NOTES Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) In Brief 1-1 Interior Lighting . 1-13 Performance and Maintenance In Brief Exterior Lighting . 1-14 Traction Control Windshield Wiper/Washer . 1-14 System (TCS) . 1-25 Instrument Panel Climate Controls . 1-15 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . 1-25 Instrument Panel . 1-2 Vehicle Features Tire Pressure Monitor . 1-26 Initial Drive Information Radio(s) . 1-17 Tire Sealant and Satellite Radio . 1-18 Compressor Kit . 1-26 Initial Drive Information . 1-4 Portable Audio Devices . 1-18 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ® Engine Oil Life System . 1-26 Bluetooth . 1-18 Driving for Better Energy System . 1-4 Steering Wheel Controls . 1-18 Remote Start . 1-5 Efficiency . 1-27 Cruise Control . 1-19 Roadside Assistance Door Locks . 1-5 Navigation System . 1-19 Windows . 1-7 Program . 1-29 Power Outlets . 1-20 ® Seat Adjustment . 1-8 OnStar . 1-29 Heated Seats . 1-9 Battery and Efficiency Head Restraint High Voltage Safety Adjustment . 1-10 Information . 1-20 Safety Belts . 1-11 Charging . 1-21 Passenger Sensing Fueling . 1-23 System . 1-11 Total Vehicle Range . 1-24 Mirror Adjustment . 1-11 Regenerative Braking . 1-24 Steering Wheel Service . 1-25 Adjustment . 1-12 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1) 1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) In Brief 1-3 A. Air Vents on page 8‑8. H. Light Sensor. See Daytime R. Leaf Button. See Center Stack Running Lamps (DRL) on Display on page 5 29. B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. ‑ See Turn and Lane-Change page 6‑2. S. DRIVE MODE Button. See Signals on page 6‑3. I. Instrument Panel Storage on Driver Selected Operating Exterior Lamp Controls on page 4‑1. Modes on page 9‑22. page 6‑1. J. Automatic Climate Control T. Power Button on page 9‑16. Pedestrian Friendly Alert on System on page 8‑1. U. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive page 5‑7. K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Unit on page 9‑28. Controls. See Driver Information C. Instrument Cluster on V. Infotainment on page 7‑1. Center (DIC) on page 5‑43. page 5‑10. Navigation System. See the Driver Information Center (DIC) L. Instrument Panel Illumination separate navigation system Display. See Driver Information Control on page 6‑4. manual. Center (DIC) on page 5‑43. M. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out W. Electric Parking Brake on of View). See Malfunction D. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 9‑30. Indicator Lamp on page 5‑19. page 5‑7. X. Power Door Locks on N. Cruise Control on page 9 36. E. Heated Front Seats on page 3‑7 ‑ page 2‑11. (If Equipped). O. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Y. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 5 6. F. Center Stack Display on ‑ page 6‑3. page 5‑29. P. Horn on page 5‑7. G. Charging Status Indicator. See Q. Steering Wheel Controls on Charging Status Feedback on page 5‑6 (If Equipped). page 9‑47. Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (4,1) 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive 7 : Press and release to locate the vehicle. Press and hold for Information three seconds to sound the panic This section provides a brief alarm. Press again to cancel the overview about some of the panic alarm. important features that may or may B : Press Q and then press and not be on your specific vehicle.