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Contents Introduction ...... 2 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...... 7 Seats and Restraints ...... 31 Storage ...... 81 Instruments and Controls ...... 84 Lighting ...... 128 Infotainment System ...... 135 Climate Controls ...... 163 Driving and Operating ...... 170 Vehicle Care ...... 232 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 300 Technical Data ...... 310 Customer Information ...... 312 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 322 OnStar ...... 326 Connected Services ...... 332 Index ...... 335 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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, , MI 48170 model variants, country USA specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your Using this Manual region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner’s manual. To quickly locate information about 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 LLC, its Caution Canadian Vehicle Owners subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. 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 Propriétaires Canadiens appears in this manual. On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:

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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 u : System labels that use symbols instead of { Warning text. Symbols are shown along with G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil the text describing the operation or Warning indicates a hazard that information relating to a specific 9 : Readiness Light could result in injury or death. component, control, message, ! : Antilock System (ABS) gauge, or indicator. $ : Brake System Warning Light M : Shown when the owner’s Caution manual has additional instructions 9 : Dispose of Used Components or information. Properly Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle * : Shown when the service P : Do Not Apply High Pressure damage. manual has additional instructions Water or information. [ : Energy Usage and Charge 0 : Shown when there is more Mode Selection information on another page — _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited “see page.” H : Flammable g : First Responder [ : Forward Collision Alert Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

4 Introduction R : Fuse Block Cover Lock 7 : Pressure Monitor Location d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/ + : Fuses Electronic Stability Control (ESC) _ : High Voltage a : Under Pressure j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator Restraints ] : Vehicle Ready Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly Installed | : Lane Change Alert @ : Lane Departure Warning A : Lane Keep Assist X : Park Assist ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start 7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert I : Registered Technician > : Belt Reminders Z : Service Vehicle Soon I : Side Blind Zone Alert Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Introduction 5 Instrument Panel Overview Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

6 Introduction 1. Air Vents 0 167. 9. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 0 0 2. Turn and Lane-Change Signals Unit 187. System 204 (If Equipped). 0 132. 10. Electric 0 192. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 211 IntelliBeam System Button (If 11. Power Outlets 0 90. (If Equipped). Equipped). See Exterior Lamp 20. Instrument Panel Fuse Block 0 12. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 Controls 128. 0 131. 255. 0 3. Instrument Cluster 94. Traction Control/Electronic 21. Data Link Connector (DLC) 0 (Out of View). See Service Driver Information Center (DIC) Stability Control 194. 0 0 118. Vehicle Soon Light 102. Driver Selected Operating 0 4. Wiper/Washer 0 87. Modes 0 186. 22. Exterior Lamp Controls 128. 5. Charging Status Feedback 13. Power Button 0 182. 23. Instrument Panel Illumination 0 Control 0 132. 218. 14. Controls 0 85 Automatic System (If Equipped). 0 131. 15. Horn 0 86. Indicator Light and Solar 16. Steering Wheel Adjustment Sensor (ILSS). See “Sensors” 0 85 (Out of View). under Automatic Climate Control System 0 163. 17. Steering Wheel Controls 0 85 (If Equipped). 6. Infotainment System. See AM-FM 0 140. 18. Regen on Demand (Out of 0 View). See Regenerative Heated Front Seats 35 (If Braking 0 194. Equipped). 19. 0 196. 7. Automatic Climate Control System 0 163. Heated Steering Wheel 0 86 (If Equipped). 8. Storage Compartments 0 81. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 7 Folding Mirrors ...... 24 Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Heated Mirrors ...... 25 Windows Interior Mirrors Keys Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 25 Manual Rearview Mirror ...... 25 Keys and Locks Automatic Dimming Rearview { Warning Keys ...... 7 Mirror ...... 25 Leaving children in a vehicle with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Rear Camera Mirror ...... 25 System ...... 8 a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Windows transmitter is dangerous and System Operation ...... 8 Windows ...... 28 children or others could be Remote Start ...... 15 Power Windows ...... 28 seriously injured or killed. They Door Locks ...... 17 Sun Visors ...... 30 could operate the power windows ...... 19 or other controls or make the Delayed Locking ...... 19 vehicle move. The windows will Automatic Door Locks ...... 19 function with the RKE transmitter Lockout Protection ...... 20 in the vehicle, and children or Safety Locks ...... 20 others could be caught in the Doors of a closing window. Do not leave Liftgate ...... 21 children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...... 22 Vehicle Alarm System ...... 22 Immobilizer ...... 22 Immobilizer Operation ...... 23 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...... 24 Power Mirrors ...... 24 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

8 Keys, Doors, and Windows To remove the key, press the button . Check the distance. The near the bottom of the transmitter, transmitter may be too far from and pull the key out. Never pull the the vehicle. key out without pressing the button. . Check the location. Other If it becomes difficult to turn the key, vehicles or objects may be inspect the key blade for debris. blocking the signal. Periodically, clean the key with a . Check the transmitter's battery. brush or a pick. See “Battery Replacement” later See your dealer if a new key is in this section. needed. . If the transmitter is still not If locked out of the vehicle, see working correctly, see your Roadside Assistance Program dealer or a qualified technician The key that is part of the Remote 0 Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter can 316. for service. be used for all locks. With an active OnStar or connected service plan, an OnStar Advisor Remote Keyless Entry may remotely unlock the vehicle. (RKE) System Operation See OnStar Overview 0 326. The Keyless Access system allows for vehicle entry when the Remote Remote Keyless Entry Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is (RKE) System within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless See Radio Frequency Statement Access Operation” following. 0 322. The transmitter functions may work If there is a decrease in the Remote up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the Keyless Entry (RKE) operating vehicle. range: Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 9 Other conditions can impact the If the passenger door is open when turn signals flash for about performance of the transmitter. See Q is pressed, all doors lock. 30 seconds or until 7 is pressed Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) again or the vehicle is started. System 0 8. Pressing Q may also arm the alarm system. See Vehicle Alarm System / : Press and release Q and then 0 22. immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds to start the K : Press to unlock the driver door. vehicle's heating or air conditioning Press unlock again within systems and rear window defogger five seconds to unlock all doors. from outside the vehicle using the The RKE transmitter can be RKE transmitter. See Remote Start programmed to unlock all doors on 0 15. the first button press. See Vehicle Personalization 0 121. Keyless Access Operation The turn signal indicators may flash The Keyless Access system allows to indicate unlocking. See Vehicle the doors and liftgate to be locked Personalization 0 121. and unlocked without pressing the Pressing K will disarm the alarm RKE transmitter button. The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) : Press to lock all doors. system. See Vehicle Alarm System Q of the liftgate or door being opened. 0 22. The turn signal indicators may flash If the vehicle has this feature, there and/or the horn may sound on the 7 : Press and release one time to will be a button on both outside front second press to indicate locking. initiate vehicle locator. The exterior door handles. 0 See Vehicle Personalization 121. lamps flash and the horn chirps Keyless Access can be three times. If the driver door is open when Q is programmed to unlock all doors on pressed, all doors will lock and the Press and hold 7 for at least the first unlock/lock button press driver door will immediately unlock, three seconds to sound the panic from the driver door. See Vehicle 0 if enabled. See Vehicle alarm. The horn sounds and the Personalization 121. Personalization 0 121. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking . It has been more than Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking from the Driver Door five seconds since the first lock/ of Exterior Door Handles and unlock button press. Liftgate When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of . Two lock/unlock button presses If equipped, keyless unlocking of the the driver door handle, pressing the were used to unlock all doors. exterior door handles and liftgate lock/unlock button on the driver door . Any vehicle door has opened can be disabled and enabled. handle will unlock the driver door. and all doors are now closed. Disabling Keyless Unlocking: If the lock/unlock button is pressed 0 again within five seconds, all See Vehicle Personalization 121. With the vehicle off, press and hold K passenger doors will unlock. Pull Keyless Unlocking/Locking Q and on the RKE transmitter at the door handle to unlatch the door. the same time for approximately from Passenger Doors three seconds. The turn signal When the doors are locked and the lamps will flash four times quickly to RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) indicate access is disabled. Using of the door handle, pressing the any exterior handle to unlock the lock/unlock button on that door doors or open the liftgate will cause handle will unlock all doors. the turn signal lamps to flash four Pressing the lock/unlock button will times quickly, indicating access is cause all doors to lock if any of the disabled. If disabled, disarm the following occur: alarm system before starting the vehicle. . The lock/unlock button was used to unlock all doors. Enabling Keyless Unlocking: . Any vehicle door has opened With the vehicle off, press and hold and all doors are now closed. Q and K on the RKE transmitter at Pressing the lock/unlock button will the same time for approximately cause all doors to lock if any of the three seconds. The turn signal following occur: lamps will flash twice quickly to indicate access is enabled. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 11 Passive Locking locking will then remain disabled Keyless Liftgate Opening The Keyless Access system will until Q on the interior door is Press the touch pad on the lock the vehicle several seconds pressed, or until the vehicle is underside of the liftgate glass and after all doors are closed, if the started. lift up to open if the RKE transmitter vehicle is off and at least one RKE Remote Left In Vehicle Alert is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors are transmitter has been removed from locked. If the doors are unlocked, the interior or none remain in the When the vehicle is turned off and the transmitter is not required to interior. an RKE transmitter is left in the open the liftgate. See Liftgate 0 21. vehicle, the horn will chirp three If other electronic devices interfere times after all doors are closed. Key Access with the RKE transmitter signal, the To access a vehicle with a weak vehicle may not detect the RKE To turn on or off see Vehicle 0 transmitter battery, see Door Locks transmitter inside the vehicle. Personalization 121. 0 17. If passive locking is enabled, the Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert Programming Transmitters to doors may lock with the RKE If the vehicle is on with a door open, transmitter inside the vehicle. Do and then all doors are closed, the the Vehicle not leave the RKE transmitter in an vehicle will check for RKE Only RKE transmitters programmed unattended vehicle. transmitters inside. If an RKE to the vehicle will work. If a To customize doors to automatically transmitter is not detected, the transmitter is lost or stolen, a lock when exiting the vehicle, see Driver Information Center (DIC) will replacement can be purchased and Vehicle Personalization 0 121. display NO REMOTE DETECTED programmed through your dealer. and the horn will chirp three times. The vehicle can be reprogrammed Temporary Disable of Passive This occurs only once each time the so that lost or stolen transmitters no Locking vehicle is driven. longer work. Any remaining Temporarily disable passive locking transmitters will need to be See Vehicle Personalization 0 121. reprogrammed. Each vehicle can by pressing and holding K on the have up to eight transmitters interior door switch with a door open matched to it. for at least four seconds, or until three chimes are heard. Passive Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming with Two 2. Remove the key lock cylinder When all additional transmitters Recognized Transmitters cover on the driver door are programmed, press and 0 A new transmitter can be handle. See Door Locks 17. hold POWER O for 12 seconds programmed to the vehicle when Insert the vehicle key of the to exit programming mode. there are two recognized new transmitter into the key lock cylinder on the driver door 6. Put the key back into the RKE transmitters. To program, the vehicle transmitter. must be off and all of the handle and turn the key to the unlock position five times within 7. Replace the key lock cylinder transmitters, both currently 0 recognized and new, must be 10 seconds. cap. See Door Locks 17. with you. The DIC displays READY FOR Programming without Two REMOTE # 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8. Recognized Transmitters 3. Place the transmitter to be If two currently recognized programmed in the backup transmitters are not available, follow location with the buttons this procedure to program up to facing down. eight transmitters. This feature is 4. Press POWER O to start the not available in Canada. This vehicle. When the transmitter is procedure will take approximately learned, the DIC will show that 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle it is ready to program the next must be off and all of the transmitter. transmitters to be programmed must be with you. 5. Remove the transmitter from the backup location and press 1. Remove the key lock cylinder K cover on the driver door 1. Open the center console and or Q. handle. See Door Locks 0 17. take out the small tray, To program additional Insert the vehicle key of the if equipped. Place the two transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5. transmitter into the key lock recognized transmitters in the cylinder on the driver door backup location with the buttons facing down. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 13 handle and turn the key to the 6. Remove the transmitter from unlock position five times within the backup location and press 10 seconds. K or Q. The DIC displays REMOTE To program additional LEARN PENDING, transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. PLEASE WAIT. When all additional transmitters 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the are programmed, press and DIC displays PRESS ENGINE hold POWER O for 12 seconds START BUTTON TO LEARN to exit programming mode. and then press POWER O. 7. Put the key back into the RKE The DIC will again show transmitter. REMOTE LEARN PENDING, 4. Open the center console and 8. Replace the key lock cylinder PLEASE WAIT. take out the small tray, cap. See Door Locks 0 17. 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional if equipped. Place the times. After the third time, all transmitter in the backup Starting the Vehicle with a Low previously known transmitters location with the buttons Transmitter Battery will no longer work with the facing down. While trying to start the vehicle, vehicle. Remaining transmitters 5. Press POWER O to start the if the transmitter battery is weak or if can be relearned during the vehicle. When the transmitter is there is interference with the signal, next steps. learned, the DIC will show that the DIC may display NO REMOTE The DIC should now show it is ready to program the next DETECTED or USE READY FOR REMOTE # 1. transmitter. TRANSMITTER POCKET TO START. The DIC may also display REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

14 Keys, Doors, and Windows To start the vehicle: Battery Replacement Caution

{ Warning When replacing the battery, do Never allow children to play with not touch any of the circuitry on the RKE transmitter. The the transmitter. Static from your transmitter contains a small body could damage the battery, which can be a choking transmitter. hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can occur, resulting in severe injury or death. Seek Caution medical attention immediately if a battery is swallowed. Always replace the battery with the correct type. Replacing the 1. Open the center console and battery with an incorrect type take out the small tray, could potentially create a risk of if equipped. Place the { Warning battery explosion. Dispose of transmitter in the backup To avoid personal injury, do not used batteries according to location with the buttons instructions and local laws. Do facing down. touch metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter when it has been not attempt to burn, crush, or cut 2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or the used battery, and avoid N (Neutral), press the brake exposed to extreme heat. These surfaces can be hot to the touch exposing the battery to pedal and press POWER O. at temperatures above 59 °C environments with extremely low Replace the transmitter battery (138 °F). air pressures or high as soon as possible. temperatures.

Replace the battery if the DIC displays REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 15 The battery is not rechargeable. To 3. Remove the battery by pushing replace the battery: on the battery and sliding it toward the bottom of the transmitter. 4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing the back cover. Push the battery down until it is held in place. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. 5. Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter.

2. Separate the two halves of the 6. Reinsert key into the transmitter using a flat tool transmitter. inserted into the area near the 1. Press the button on the side of key slot. Remote Start the transmitter near the bottom This feature starts the heating or air and pull the key out. Never pull conditioning systems and the rear the key out without pressing window defogger from outside the the button. vehicle. Use remote start to heat or cool the interior when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Normal operation of the system will return after the vehicle has been turned on. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

16 Keys, Doors, and Windows / : This button is on the RKE Remote Starting the Vehicle The remote start can only be extended once. transmitter. To remote start the vehicle: The climate control system will use A maximum of two remote starts, 1. Press and release on the the previous settings during a Q or a single start with an extension, remote start. The rear defog may RKE transmitter. are allowed between ignition cycles come on during remote start based 2. Immediately press and hold / using POWER O. on cold ambient conditions. The for at least four seconds or until For additional remote starts, turn the rear defog indicator light does not the turn signal lamps flash. vehicle on with the transmitter in the come on during a remote start. 3. After entering the vehicle vehicle. Laws in some local communities during a remote start, press Canceling Remote Start may restrict the use of remote POWER O with the brake starters. For example, some laws pedal applied to start the To cancel a remote start, do any of require a person using remote start vehicle and operate as normal. the following: to have the vehicle in view. Check local regulations for any Remote start will automatically shut . Press and hold / until the requirements. off after 20 minutes unless a time parking lamps turn off. extension is done. If the vehicle is low on energy, do . Turn on the hazard warning not use the remote start feature. When the vehicle starts, the parking flashers. lamps will turn on. Remote start run The vehicle may run out of energy. . Press POWER O with the brake time can be extended. The RKE transmitter range may be pedal applied, then press less while the vehicle is running. Extending Vehicle Run Time POWER O again to turn the Other conditions can affect the The vehicle run time can also be vehicle off. performance of the transmitter. See extended by another 20 minutes, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) if after 30 seconds and during the System 0 8. first 20 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while the vehicle is running. This provides a total of 40 minutes. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 17 Conditions in Which Remote Door Locks Start Will Not Work Warning (Continued) The remote vehicle start feature will { Warning permanent injuries or even not operate if: death from heat stroke. Unlocked doors can be Always lock the vehicle . The RKE transmitter is in the dangerous. whenever leaving it. vehicle. . Passengers, especially . Outsiders can easily enter . The ignition is on. children, can easily open through an unlocked door . The is not closed. the doors and fall out of a when you slow down or stop . The hazard warning flashers moving vehicle. The doors the vehicle. Locking the are on. can be unlocked and doors can help prevent this opened while the vehicle is from happening. . The electric drive unit coolant moving. The chance of temperature is too high. being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is To lock or unlock the doors from . Two remote vehicle starts, or a outside the vehicle: single remote start with an increased if the doors are extension, have already not locked. So, all . Use the key in the driver door to been used. passengers should wear lock and unlock the door without seat belts properly and the the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . The vehicle is not in P (Park). doors should be locked transmitter. The key cylinder is whenever the vehicle is covered with a cap. See “Driver driven. Door Key Lock Cylinder Access . Young children who get into (In Case of Dead Battery)” later unlocked vehicles may be in this section. unable to get out. A child . Press Q or K on the RKE can be overcome by transmitter to lock and unlock extreme heat and can suffer the doors. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Access Operation” in Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 8. Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Access (In Case of Dead Battery)

To lock or unlock the doors from To replace the cap: inside the vehicle: 1. Position the bottom edge of the . Press Q or K on the power door cap under the lower edge of lock switch. the metal piece (2). The tabs (3) attach to the metal . Pull the door handle. Pulling an piece (2) at the positions (1). interior door handle will unlock the door. Pulling the door handle again unlatches it. To access the driver door key lock cylinder: Keyless Access 1. Insert the key into the slot on The RKE transmitter must be within the bottom of the cap. 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being opened. Press the button on the 2. Lift the key upward to remove the cap. door handle to open. See “Keyless 3. Insert the key into the cylinder and turn to unlock. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 19 Power Door Locks Delayed locking can only be turned on when the Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature has been turned off. Press Q on the power door lock switch with the door open. The doors will then lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. If a door is reopened before five seconds have elapsed, the five-second timer will reset once all the doors are closed 2. Rotate the cap upward and again. install into place. Press Q on the door lock switch 3. Check that the cap is secure. again or press Q on the RKE K : Press to unlock the doors. transmitter to override this feature Free-Turning Locks and lock the doors immediately. Q : Press to lock the doors. The door key lock cylinder turns Delayed locking can be freely when either the wrong key is Locking and unlocking the doors will programmed. See Vehicle used, or the correct key is not fully also unlock the liftgate. See Liftgate Personalization 0 121. inserted. The free-turning door lock 0 21. feature prevents the lock from being Automatic Door Locks forced open. To reset the lock, turn Delayed Locking it to the vertical position with the The doors will lock automatically correct key fully inserted. Remove This feature delays the actual when all doors are closed, the the key and insert it again. If this locking of the doors until vehicle is on, and the shift lever is does not reset the lock, turn the key five seconds after all doors are out of P (Park). halfway around in the cylinder and closed. repeat the reset procedure. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

20 Keys, Doors, and Windows If a vehicle door is unlocked and has not reduced, the driver door will Safety Locks then opened and closed, the doors unlock and the horn will chirp three will lock either when your foot is times. removed from the brake or the Lockout Protection can be manually vehicle speed becomes faster than overridden with the driver door open 13 km/h (8 mph). by pressing and holding Q on the To unlock the doors: power door lock switch. . Press K on a door. If Unlocked Door Anti Lockout is . Shift the vehicle into P (Park). turned on and the vehicle is off, the driver door is open, and locking is Automatic door unlocking can be requested, all the doors will lock and programmed. See Vehicle only the driver door will unlock. The Personalization 0 121. Unlocked Door Anti Lockout feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Lockout Protection Personalization 0 121. If equipped, the safety lock is on the inside edge of the rear doors. To If the vehicle is on or in Service use the safety lock: Mode and the power door lock switch is pressed with the driver 1. Move the lever forward to the door open, all the doors will lock lock position. and only the driver door will unlock. 2. Close the door. If the vehicle is off and locking is 3. Do the same for the other requested while a door is open, rear door. when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 21 To open a rear door when the safety Doors To lock or unlock the liftgate from lock is on: the inside, press Q or K. 1. Unlock the door by using the Liftgate inside handle, the power door lock switch, or the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Caution transmitter. To avoid damage to the liftgate or 2. Open the door from the liftgate glass, make sure the area outside. above and behind the liftgate is When the safety lock is enabled, clear before opening it. adults and older children will not be able to open the rear door from the To lock or unlock the liftgate from inside. Cancel the safety locks to the outside, press or K on the enable the doors to open from the Q RKE transmitter. inside. To open the liftgate, press the touch To cancel the safety lock: pad and lift up. 1. Unlock the door and open it When closing the liftgate, use the from the outside. pull cup. 2. Move the lever rearward to Keyless Liftgate Opening unlock. Do the same for the other door. Press the touch pad on the underside of the liftgate glass and lift up to open if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors are locked. If the doors are unlocked, the transmitter is not required to open the liftgate. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security The vehicle alarm system will not . Start the vehicle. arm if the doors are locked with To avoid setting off the alarm by This vehicle has theft-deterrent the key. accident: features; however, they do not make If the driver door is opened without the vehicle impossible to steal. . Lock the vehicle after all first unlocking with the RKE occupants have left the vehicle. transmitter, the horn will chirp and Vehicle Alarm System the lights will flash to indicate . Always unlock a door with the This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not RKE transmitter. system. started, or the door is not unlocked Unlocking the driver door with the by pressing K on the RKE key will not disarm the system or Arming the Alarm System transmitter during the 10-second turn off the alarm. 1. Close the liftgate, then turn off pre-alarm, the alarm will be the vehicle. activated. How to Detect a Tamper Condition 2. Lock the vehicle in one of If a door or the liftgate is opened three ways: without first disarming the system, If K is pressed on the RKE the turn signals will flash and the . Use the RKE transmitter. transmitter and the horn chirps and horn will sound for about the lights flash three times, an alarm . Use the Keyless Access 30 seconds. The alarm system will occurred previously while the alarm system. then re-arm to monitor for the next system was armed. unauthorized event. . With a door open, press the If the alarm has been activated, a inside Q. Disarming the System message will appear on the DIC. 3. After 30 seconds the alarm Do one of the following to disarm Immobilizer system will arm. Pressing Q on the alarm system or turn off the the RKE transmitter a second alarm if it has been activated: See Radio Frequency Statement time will bypass the 30-second 0 322. . Press K on the RKE transmitter. and immediately arm the alarm system. . Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless Access system. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 23 Immobilizer Operation The system has one or more See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low transmitters matched to an Transmitter Battery” under Remote This vehicle has a passive immobilizer control unit in the Keyless Entry (RKE) System theft-deterrent system. vehicle. Only a correctly matched Operation 0 8. The system does not have to be transmitter will start the vehicle. If the vehicle does not start with the manually armed or disarmed. If the transmitter is damaged, you other transmitter or with the may not be able to start the vehicle. The vehicle is automatically transmitter placed in the transmitter immobilized when the transmitter When trying to start the vehicle, the pocket, the vehicle needs service. leaves the vehicle. security light comes on briefly when See your dealer who can service the vehicle is turned on. The immobilization system is the theft-deterrent system and have disarmed when POWERO is If the vehicle does not start and the a new transmitter programmed to pressed and a valid transmitter is security light stays on, there is a the vehicle. found in the vehicle. problem with the system. Turn the Do not leave the transmitter or vehicle off and try again. device that disarms or deactivates If the RKE transmitter appears to be the theft-deterrent system in the undamaged, try another transmitter, vehicle. or place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket.

The security light on the instrument cluster comes on when there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors Manual Folding Mirrors Convex Mirrors The vehicle has manual folding mirrors. These mirrors can be folded { Warning inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic A convex mirror can make things, wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward like other vehicles, look farther the vehicle. Push the mirror outward away than they really are. If you to return it to the original position. cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on the Turn Signal Indicator right. Check the inside mirror or The vehicle may have a turn signal glance over your shoulder before indicator lamp built into the mirror changing lanes. housing. The turn signal lamp To adjust the mirrors: flashes when the turn signals or The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Press } or | to choose the hazard flashers are used. shaped. A convex mirror's surface is driver or passenger mirror. An Lane Change Alert (LCA) curved so more can be seen from indicator will show the selected the driver seat. mirror. The vehicle may have LCA. See Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 209. 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the Side Blind Zone Alert desired position. The vehicle may have Side Blind 3. Press or again to Zone Alert. See Side Blind Zone } | 0 deselect the mirror. Alert (SBZA) 209. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 25 Heated Mirrors Interior Mirrors Rear Camera Mirror The rear window defogger also If equipped, this automatic dimming heats the outside mirrors, Interior Rearview Mirrors mirror provides a wide angle camera if equipped. Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. K : Press to heat the outside view of the area behind your rearview mirrors. See “Rear Window vehicle. Defogger” under Automatic Climate Do not spray glass cleaner directly 0 Control System 163. on the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened with water. Manual Rearview Mirror Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare of the from behind.

Automatic Dimming Pull the tab to turn on the display. Rearview Mirror Push the tab to turn it off. When off, the mirror is automatic dimming. If equipped, automatic dimming Adjust the mirror for a clear view of reduces the glare of headlamps the area behind the vehicle while from behind. The dimming feature the display is off. comes on when the vehicle is started. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

26 Keys, Doors, and Windows The adjustment options are:

Press V to scroll through the . Tilt adjustment options. . Brightness Press t and u to adjust the settings using the indicators on the mirror. The indicators will remain visible for five seconds after the last button activation, and the settings will remain saved.

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Keys, Doors, and Windows 27 Troubleshooting . Dirt, , or other debris blocks { Warning the camera lens. Clean the lens with a soft damp cloth. The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has a limited view. Portions of the road, vehicles, and other objects may not be seen. Do not drive or park the vehicle using only this camera. Objects may appear closer than they are. Check the outside mirrors or glance over your shoulder when making lane changes or merging. Failure to use proper care may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. See your dealer for service if a blue screen and 3 are displayed in the mirror, and the display shuts off. . The camera’s mounting on the Also, push the tab as indicated to vehicle has been damaged, and/ return to the automatic or the position or the mounting dimming mode. angle of the camera has The Rear Camera Mirror may not changed. work properly or display a clear image if: . There is glare from the sun or headlamps. This may obstruct objects from view. If needed, push the tab to turn off the display. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

28 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve electric range Warning (Continued) performance. This may result in a { Warning pulsing sound when either rear When there are children in the window is down and the front rear seat, use the window lockout Never leave a child, a helpless windows are up. To reduce the switch to prevent unintentional adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, sound, open a front window. operation of the windows. especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. Power Windows They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer { Warning permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Leaving children in a vehicle with the RKE transmitter is dangerous for many reasons; children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle and they could be Press the switch to open the seriously injured or killed if caught window. Pull the front of the switch in the path of a closing window. up to close it. Do not leave the RKE transmitter The window switches on the driver in a vehicle with children. door control all windows. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Keys, Doors, and Windows 29 The power windows only operate may be held up to the second 4. Continue holding the switch up with the vehicle on or in Service position to close the window. The for approximately two seconds Mode, or when Retained Accessory window will return to normal after the window is completely Power (RAP) is active. operation once the obstruction or closed. condition is removed. Express Window Operation Window Lockout The driver window has an express Safety Function Override This feature prevents the rear feature which allows the window to This is for vehicles with the passenger windows from operating, be lowered or raised without holding express-up feature. If the battery on except from the driver position. the switch. To automatically raise or the vehicle has been recharged or lower the window, pull the driver disconnected, or is not working, the window switch up or press it down windows will need to be all the way and release. Stop the reprogrammed for the express-up window by pressing or pulling the feature to work. Before switch in the same direction a reprogramming, replace or recharge second time, or by briefly operating the vehicle's battery. the switch to the first position in To program the driver window: either direction. The front and rear passenger windows have express 1. Close all doors with the vehicle open only. on or in Service Mode. Safety Function 2. Press and hold the switch until the window This is for vehicles with the is fully open. express-up feature. If any object is Press 2 on the driver door to in the path of the window when the 3. Pull the power window switch activate the window lockout. The express-up feature is active, the up until the window is fully indicator light in the switch will window will stop and auto-reverse to closed. illuminate when activated. a preset position. Weather Press 2 again to deactivate the conditions may cause the window to window lockout. auto-reverse. The window switch Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

30 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sun Visors

Pull the down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window or, if equipped, extend along the rod. Visor Vanity Mirror The vehicle may have vanity mirrors and card holders on the back of the sun visors. Swing down the sun visor to expose the vanity mirror. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 31 Airbag System Securing Child Restraints (With Seats and Airbag System ...... 47 the in the Restraints Where Are the ? ...... 48 Rear Seat) ...... 76 When Should an Airbag Securing Child Restraints (With Inflate? ...... 50 the Seat Belt in the Head Restraints What Makes an Airbag Front Seat) ...... 78 Head Restraints ...... 32 Inflate? ...... 51 How Does an Airbag Front Seats Restrain? ...... 51 Seat Adjustment ...... 34 What Will You See after an Reclining Seatbacks ...... 34 Airbag Inflates? ...... 51 Heated Front Seats ...... 35 Passenger Sensing System . . . 53 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Rear Seats Vehicle ...... 57 Rear Seats ...... 37 Adding Equipment to the Rear Seat ...... 38 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 57 Heated Rear Seats ...... 39 Airbag System Check ...... 58 Seat Belts Replacing Airbag System Parts Seat Belts ...... 39 after a Crash ...... 59 How to Wear Seat Belts Child Restraints Properly ...... 40 Older Children ...... 59 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 42 Infants and Young Children . . . . 61 Seat Belt Use During Child Restraint Systems ...... 63 Pregnancy ...... 44 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 65 Seat Belt Extender ...... 45 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Safety System Check ...... 45 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 66 Seat Belt Care ...... 45 Replacing LATCH System Parts Replacing Seat Belt System After a Crash ...... 75 Parts after a Crash ...... 46 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

32 Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle's front and rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.

{ 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 Adjust the head restraint so that the drive until the head restraints for top of the restraint is at the same all occupants are installed and height as the top of the occupant's The height of the head restraint can adjusted properly. head. This position reduces the be adjusted. To raise or lower the chance of a neck injury in a crash. head restraint, press the button located on the side of the head restraint, and pull up or push the head restraint down, and release the button. Pull and push on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 33 Rear Seats head restraint after the button is To fold the head restraint, press the released to make sure it is locked in button on the side of the head The vehicle s rear seats have ’ place. restraint. adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. If installing a child restraint in the rear seat, see Securing a Child The height of the head restraint can “ Restraint Designed for the LATCH be adjusted. System” under Lower Anchors and Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Tethers for Children (LATCH Try to move the head restraint to System) 0 66. make sure it is locked in place. Folding the Rear Head Restraint The head restraint can be folded rearward to allow for better visibility when the rear seat is unoccupied.

The head restraint will fold rearward automatically. When an occupant or child restraint is in the seat, always return the head restraint to the full upright position. Pull the head restraint up and forward until it locks into place. To lower the head restraint, press Push and pull on the head restraint the button on the top of the to make sure that it is locked. seatback and push the head Always adjust the head restraint so restraint down. Try to move the that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

34 Seats and Restraints Front Seats To adjust the seat: Reclining Seatbacks 1. Pull the handle at the front of Seat Adjustment the seat. { Warning 2. Slide the seat to the desired Manual Seats position and release the If either seatback is not locked, it handle. could move forward in a sudden { Warning stop or crash. That could cause 3. Try to move the seat back and injury to the person sitting there. You can lose control of the forth to be sure it is locked in Always push and pull on the place. vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seatbacks to be sure they are seat while the vehicle is moving. Seat Height Adjuster locked. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

Seat Position

Move the lever on the outboard side of the seat up or down to manually To recline the seatback: adjust the seat height. 1. Lift the lever. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 35 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then Warning (Continued) release the lever to lock the seatback in place. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will 3. Push and pull on the seatback be in front of you. In a crash, you to make sure it is locked. could go into it, receiving neck or To return the seatback to the upright other injuries. position: The lap belt could go up over 1. Lift the lever fully without your abdomen. The belt forces applying pressure to the would be there, not at your pelvic seatback, and the seatback will bones. This could cause serious return to the upright position. internal injuries. Do not have a seatback reclined if 2. Push and pull on the seatback For proper protection when the the vehicle is moving. to make sure it is locked. vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well Heated Front Seats { Warning back in the seat and wear the seat belt properly. Sitting in a reclined position when { Warning the vehicle is in motion can be If temperature change or pain to dangerous. Even when buckled the skin cannot be felt, the seat up, the seat belts cannot do heater may cause burns. To their job. reduce the risk of burns, use care (Continued) when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

36 Seats and Restraints show the current setting with three If the passenger seat is unoccupied, Warning (Continued) level indicators for high, medium, the auto heated seats feature will or low. not activate that seat. heat, such as a blanket, cushion, cover, or similar item. This may Touch the screen once for the The auto heated seats feature can cause the seat heater to highest setting. With each touch of be programmed to always be the screen, the heated seat will enabled when the vehicle is on. See overheat. An overheated seat 0 heater may cause a burn or may change to the next lower setting, Vehicle Personalization 121. and then to the off setting. The damage the seat. lights indicate three for the highest Remote Start Heated Seats setting and one for the lowest. When it is cold outside, the heated The passenger seat may take seats can be turned on longer to heat up. automatically during a remote vehicle start. Auto Heated Seats The heated seats will be canceled When the vehicle is on, this feature when the vehicle is started. If the will automatically activate the auto heated seats are enabled in heated seats at the level required by vehicle personalization, the seat the vehicle’s interior temperature. In heating level will automatically auto mode, the indicators change to the level required by the automatically show the level setting If equipped, the heated seat vehicle's interior temperature when required. controls are on the infotainment the vehicle is on. display. To operate, the vehicle must Use the manual heated seat buttons The temperature performance of an be on. to turn auto heated seats off. Once unoccupied seat may be reduced. M L this feature is turned off, the auto This is normal. Touch or to heat the driver or heated seats will be activated the The heated seats will not turn on passenger seat cushion. Indicator next time the vehicle is started. In during a remote start unless the lights on the infotainment display manual mode, the controls can be heated seat feature is enabled. See accessed while the vehicle is on by Vehicle Personalization 0 121. touching M or L. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 37 Rear Seats the vehicle through the rear door To fold the seatback down: and left the vehicle without the Rear Seat Reminder vehicle being shut off. If equipped, the message REAR The feature can be turned on or off. SEAT REMINDER LOOK IN REAR See Vehicle Personalization 0 121. SEAT displays under certain Folding the Seatback conditions indicating there may be an item or passenger in the rear Either side of the seatback can be seat. Check before exiting the folded down for more cargo space. vehicle. Fold a seatback only when the vehicle is not moving. This feature will activate when a second row door is opened while the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes Caution before the vehicle is turned on. There will be an alert when the Folding a rear seat with the seat 1. Make sure the seat belt is in vehicle is turned off. The alert does belts still fastened may cause the retainer hook. not directly detect objects in the rear damage to the seat or the seat seat; instead, under certain belts. Always unbuckle the seat conditions, it detects when a rear belts and return them to their door is opened and closed, normal stowed position before indicating that there may be folding a rear seat. something in the rear seat. The feature is active only once each time the vehicle is turned on and off, and will require reactivation by opening and closing the second row doors. There may be an alert even when there is nothing in the rear seat; for example, if a child entered Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

38 Seats and Restraints 2. Pull the lever on top of the The center rear seat belt may seatback to unlock the { Warning lock when you raise the seatback. seatback. If this happens, let A seat belt that is improperly A red indicator near the the belt go back all the way routed, not properly attached, and start again. seatback lever is exposed or twisted will not provide the when the seatback is unlocked. protection needed in a crash. The 2. Push and pull the top of the 3. Fold the seatback down. person wearing the belt could be seatback to be sure it is locked into position. seriously injured. After raising the Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other seatback, if desired. rear seatback, always check to be 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the sure that the seat belts are other seatback, if necessary. Raising the Seatback properly routed and attached, and When the seat is not in use, it are not twisted. should be kept in the upright, locked { Warning position. To raise a seatback: If either seatback is not locked, it Rear Seat Armrest could move forward in a sudden 1. Lift the seatback up and push it stop or crash. That could cause rearward to lock it in place. injury to the person sitting there. Make sure the seat belt is in Always push and pull on the the retainer hook and is not seatbacks to be sure they are twisted or caught in the locked. seatback. A tab near the seatback lever retracts when the seatback is locked in place. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 39 The rear seat has an armrest in the Seat Belts center of the seatback. Lower the armrest to access the two This section describes how to use cupholders. seat belts properly, and some things not to do. To fold, lift the armrest up and push it rearward until it is flush with the seatback. { Warning Heated Rear Seats Do not let anyone ride where a seat belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your { Warning passenger(s) are not wearing seat belts, injuries can be much If temperature change or pain to If equipped, the rear heated seat worse than if you are wearing the skin cannot be felt, the seat buttons are on the rear doors. seat belts. You can be seriously heater may cause burns. See the Press L or M to heat the left injured or killed by hitting things Warning under Heated Front outboard or right outboard seat inside the vehicle harder or by Seats 0 35. cushion. being ejected from the vehicle. In addition, anyone who is not buckled up can strike other passengers in the vehicle. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

40 Seats and Restraints When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear seat vehicle stops suddenly, you keep belts? passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you. the vehicle that is not equipped A: Airbags are supplemental It could be the windshield, the systems only. They work with with seats and seat belts. instrument panel, or the seat belts! seat belts — not instead of them. Always wear a seat belt, and When you wear a seat belt, you and Whether or not an airbag is check that all passenger(s) are the vehicle slow down together. provided, all occupants still have restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because to buckle up to get the most you stop over a longer distance and, protection. when worn properly, your strongest This vehicle has indicators as a Also, in nearly all states and in bones take the forces from the seat reminder to buckle the seat belts. all Canadian provinces, the law belts. That is why wearing seat belts See Seat Belt Reminders 0 99. requires wearing seat belts. makes such good sense. Why Seat Belts Work Questions and Answers About How to Wear Seat Belts Seat Belts Properly Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle Follow these rules for everyone's after a crash if I am wearing a protection. seat belt? There are additional things to know A: You could be — whether you are about seat belts and children, wearing a seat belt or not. Your including smaller children and chance of being conscious infants. If a child will be riding in the during and after a crash, so you vehicle, see Older Children 0 59 or can unbuckle and get out, is Infants and Young Children 0 61. much greater if you are belted. Review and follow the rules for children in addition to the following rules. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 41 It is very important for all occupants . Wear the lap part of the belt low to buckle up. Statistics show that and snug on the hips, just unbelted people are hurt more often touching the thighs. In a crash, in crashes than those who are this applies force to the strong wearing seat belts. pelvic bones and you would be There are important things to know less likely to slide under the lap about wearing a seat belt properly. belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. . Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash.

{ Warning You can be seriously injured, . Sit up straight and always keep or even killed, by not wearing your feet on the floor in front of your seat belt properly. you (if possible). . Always use the correct buckle for your seating position. Never allow the lap or shoulder belt to become loose or twisted. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

42 Seats and Restraints

{ Warning The seat belt can be pinched if it is routed under plastic trim on the seat, such as trim around the rear seatback folding handle or side airbag. In a crash, pinched seat belts might not be able to provide adequate protection. Never allow seat belts to be routed under plastic trim pieces. Always use the correct buckle for your seating position. Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back. Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 43 feature stays engaged after Pull up on the latch plate to letting the belt go back to make sure it is secure. If the stowed position on the seat, belt is not long enough, see move the seat rearward or Seat Belt Extender 0 45. recline the seat until the Position the release button on shoulder belt retractor lock the buckle so that the seat belt releases. could be quickly unbuckled if Engaging the child restraint necessary. locking feature in the front outboard seating position may affect the passenger sensing system. See Passenger 0 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull Sensing System 53. the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a 4. To make the lap part tight, pull passenger belt is pulled out all up on the shoulder belt. the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. See Child Restraint Systems 0 63. If this occurs, let 3. Push the latch plate into the the belt go back all the way buckle until it clicks. and start again. If the locking Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

44 Seats and Restraints Seat Belt Pretensioners Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle has seat belt Rear seat belt comfort guides may pretensioners for the front outboard provide added seat belt comfort for occupants. Although the seat belt older children who have outgrown pretensioners cannot be seen, they booster seats and for some adults. are part of the seat belt assembly. When installed on a shoulder belt, They can help tighten the seat belts the comfort guide positions the during the early stages of a shoulder belt away from the neck moderate to severe frontal, near and head. frontal, or rear crash if the threshold Comfort guides are available conditions for pretensioner through your dealer for the rear activation are met. Seat belt outboard seating positions. To unlatch the belt, push the button pretensioners can also help tighten Instructions are included with the on the buckle. The belt should the seat belts in a side crash or a guides. return to its stowed position. rollover event. Always stow the seat belt slowly. Pretensioners work only once. If the Seat Belt Use During If the seat belt webbing returns pretensioners activate in a crash, Pregnancy quickly to the stowed position, the the pretensioners and probably retractor may lock and cannot be other parts of the vehicle's seat belt Seat belts work for everyone, pulled out. If this happens, pull the system will need to be replaced. including pregnant women. Like all seat belt straight out firmly to unlock See Replacing Seat Belt System occupants, they are more likely to the webbing, and then release it. Parts after a Crash 0 46. be seriously injured if they do not If the webbing is still locked in the Do not sit on the outboard seat belt wear seat belts. retractor, see your dealer. while entering or exiting the vehicle Before a door is closed, be sure the or at any time while sitting in the belt is out of the way. If a door is seat. Sitting on the seat belt can slammed against a seat belt, damage the webbing and hardware. damage can occur to both the seat belt and the vehicle. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 45 Seat Belt Extender seat belt system from performing properly. See your dealer to have it If the vehicle's seat belt will repaired. Torn, frayed, or twisted around you, you should use it. seat belts may not protect you in a But if a seat belt is not long enough, crash. Torn or frayed seat belts can your dealer will order you an rip apart under impact forces. If a extender. When you go in to order it, belt is torn or frayed, have it take the heaviest coat you will wear, replaced immediately. If a belt is so the extender will be long enough twisted, it may be possible to for you. To help avoid personal untwist by reversing the latch plate injury, do not let someone else use on the webbing. If the twist cannot it, and use it only for the seat it is be corrected, ask your dealer to made to fit. The extender has been fix it. A pregnant woman should wear a designed for adults. Never use it for lap-shoulder belt, and the lap Make sure the seat belt reminder securing child restraints. For more portion should be worn as low as light is working. See Seat Belt information on the proper use and fit 0 possible, below the rounding, Reminders 99. of seat belt extenders see the throughout the pregnancy. instruction sheet that comes with Keep seat belts clean and dry. See 0 The best way to protect the fetus is the extender. Seat Belt Care 45. to protect the mother. When a seat belt is worn properly, it is more likely Safety System Check Seat Belt Care that the fetus will not be hurt in a Keep belts clean and dry. crash. For pregnant women, as for Periodically check the seat belt anyone, the key to making seat reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch Seat belts should be properly cared belts effective is wearing them plates, retractors, shoulder belt for and maintained. properly. height adjusters (if equipped), and seat belt anchorages to make sure Seat belt hardware should be kept they are all in working order. Look dry and free of dust or debris. As for any other loose or damaged seat necessary, exterior hard surfaces belt system parts that might keep a and seat belt webbing may be lightly cleaned with mild soap and water. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

46 Seats and Restraints Ensure there is not excessive dust Replacing Seat Belt After a minor crash, replacement of or debris in the mechanism. If dust seat belts may not be necessary. or debris exists in the system please System Parts after a But the seat belt assemblies that see the dealer. Parts may need to Crash were used during any crash may be replaced to ensure proper have been stressed or damaged. functionality of the system. See your dealer to have the seat { Warning belt assemblies inspected or replaced. { Warning A crash can damage the seat belt system in the vehicle. A damaged New parts and repairs may be Do not bleach or dye seat belt seat belt system may not properly necessary even if the seat belt webbing. It may severely weaken protect the person using it, system was not being used at the the webbing. In a crash, they resulting in serious injury or even time of the crash. might not be able to provide death in a crash. To help make Have the seat belt pretensioners adequate protection. Clean and sure the seat belt systems are checked if the vehicle has been in a rinse seat belt webbing only with working properly after a crash, crash, or if the airbag readiness light mild soap and lukewarm water. have them inspected and any stays on after you start the vehicle Allow the webbing to dry. necessary replacements made as or while you are driving. See Airbag soon as possible. Readiness Light 0 100. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 47 Airbag System . Seat-mounted side impact Here are the most important things airbags for the second row to know about the airbag system: The vehicle has the following outboard passengers airbags: All vehicle airbags have the word { Warning . A frontal airbag for the driver AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening. You can be severely injured or . A frontal airbag for the front killed in a crash if you are not outboard passenger For frontal airbags, the word wearing your seat belt, even with AIRBAG is on the center of the . A knee airbag for the driver airbags. Airbags are designed to steering wheel for the driver and on work with seat belts, not replace . A knee airbag for the front the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger outboard passenger. them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. A seat-mounted side impact . For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG In some crashes seat belts are airbag for the driver is on the lower part of the the only restraint. See When . A seat-mounted side impact instrument panel. Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 50. airbag for the front outboard For seat-mounted side impact Wearing your seat belt during a passenger airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the crash helps reduce your chance . A roof-rail airbag for the driver side of the seatback or side of the seat closest to the door. of hitting things inside the vehicle and the area directly behind the or being ejected from it. Airbags driver For roof-rail airbags, the word are “supplemental restraints” to . A roof-rail airbag for the front AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. the seat belts. Everyone in the outboard passenger and the Airbags are designed to supplement vehicle should wear a seat belt area directly behind the front the protection provided by seat properly, whether or not there is outboard passenger belts. Even though today's airbags an airbag for that person. Sedan models may have the are also designed to help reduce following airbags: the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

48 Seats and Restraints There is an airbag readiness light { Warning Warning (Continued) on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or system checks the airbag electrical force and faster than the blink of sleep against the door or side system for malfunctions. The light an eye, anyone who is up windows in seating positions with tells you if there is an electrical against, or very close to, any seat-mounted side impact airbags problem. See Airbag Readiness airbag when it inflates can be and/or roof-rail airbags. Light 0 100 for more information. seriously injured or killed. Do not sit unnecessarily close to any Where Are the Airbags? airbag, as you would be if sitting on the edge of the seat or leaning { Warning forward. Seat belts help keep you Children who are up against, in position before and during a or very close to, any airbag when crash. Always wear a seat belt, it inflates can be seriously injured even with airbags. The driver or killed. Always secure children should sit as far back as possible properly in the vehicle. To read while still maintaining control of how, see Older Children 0 59 or the vehicle. The seat belts and Infants and Young Children 0 61. the front outboard passenger airbags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat with both feet on the floor. The driver frontal airbag is in the (Continued) center of the steering wheel. The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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The driver knee airbag is below the Driver Side Shown, Passenger Rear Seat Driver Side Shown, steering column. The front outboard Side Similar Passenger Side Similar passenger knee airbag is below the The driver and front outboard On vehicles with second row glove box. passenger seat-mounted side seat-mounted side impact airbags, impact airbags are in the side of the they are in the sides of the seatback seatbacks closest to the door. closest to the door. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, front outboard passenger, and { Warning second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side If something is between an windows. 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 (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

50 Seats and Restraints threshold. Deployment thresholds whether the object is fixed or Warning (Continued) are used to predict how severe a moving, rigid or deformable, narrow crash is likely to be in time for the or wide. inflating airbag must be kept airbags to inflate and help restrain Frontal airbags are not intended to clear. Do not put anything the occupants. The vehicle has between an occupant and an inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear electronic sensors that help the impacts, or in many side impacts. airbag, and do not attach or put airbag system determine the anything on the steering wheel severity of the impact. Deployment In addition, the vehicle has hub or on or near any other thresholds can vary with specific advanced technology frontal airbag covering. vehicle design. airbags. Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint Do not use seat accessories that Frontal airbags are designed to according to crash severity. block the inflation path of a inflate in moderate to severe frontal seat-mounted side impact airbag. or near frontal crashes to help Knee airbags are designed to inflate reduce the potential for severe in moderate to severe frontal or Never secure anything to the roof injuries, mainly to the driver's or near frontal impacts. Knee airbags of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags front outboard passenger's head are not designed to inflate during by routing a rope or tie‐down and chest. vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, through any door or window or in many side impacts. Whether the frontal airbags will or opening. If you do, the path of an should inflate is not based primarily Seat-mounted side impact airbags inflating roof-rail airbag will be on how fast the vehicle is traveling. are designed to inflate in moderate blocked. It depends on what is hit, the to severe side crashes depending direction of the impact, and how on the location of the impact. quickly the vehicle slows down. Seat-mounted side impact airbags When Should an Airbag are not designed to inflate in frontal Inflate? Frontal airbags may inflate at impacts, near frontal impacts, different crash speeds depending on This vehicle is equipped with rollovers, or rear impacts. whether the vehicle hits an object A seat-mounted side impact airbag airbags. Airbags are designed to straight on or at an angle, and inflate if the impact exceeds the is designed to inflate on the side of specific airbag system's deployment the vehicle that is struck. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 51 Roof-rail airbags are designed to For airbag locations, see Where Are But airbags would not help in many inflate in moderate to severe side the Airbags? 0 48. types of collisions, primarily crashes depending on the location because the occupant's motion is of the impact. In addition, these How Does an Airbag not toward those airbags. See When roof-rail airbags are designed to Restrain? Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 50. inflate during a rollover or in a Airbags should never be regarded severe frontal impact. Roof-rail In moderate to severe frontal or as anything more than a supplement airbags are not designed to inflate in near frontal collisions, even belted to seat belts. rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags occupants can contact the steering will inflate when either side of the wheel or the instrument panel. In vehicle is struck or if the sensing moderate to severe side collisions, What Will You See after system predicts that the vehicle is even belted occupants can contact an Airbag Inflates? about to roll over on its side, or in a the inside of the vehicle. After the frontal, knee, and severe frontal impact. Airbags supplement the protection seat-mounted side impact airbags In any particular crash, no one can provided by seat belts by inflate, they quickly deflate, so say whether an airbag should have distributing the force of the impact quickly that some people may not inflated simply because of the more evenly over the even realize the airbags inflated. vehicle damage or repair costs. occupant's body. Roof-rail airbags may still be at least Rollover capable roof-rail airbags partially inflated for some time after What Makes an Airbag are designed to help contain the they inflate. Some components of Inflate? head and chest of occupants in the the airbag module may be hot for outboard seating positions in the several minutes. For location of the In a deployment event, the sensing airbags, see Where Are the first and second rows. The rollover 0 system sends an electrical signal capable roof-rail airbags are Airbags? 48. triggering a release of gas from the designed to help reduce the risk of The parts of the airbag that come inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the full or partial ejection in rollover into contact with you may be warm, airbag causing the bag to break out events, although no system can but not too hot to touch. There may of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, prevent all such ejections. be some smoke and dust coming and related hardware are all part of from the vents in the deflated the airbag module. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

52 Seats and Restraints airbags. Airbag inflation does not inflate. The feature may also If an airbag inflates or the vehicle prevent the driver from seeing out of activate, without airbag inflation, has been in a crash, the sensing the windshield or being able to steer after an event that exceeds a system may shut down the high the vehicle, nor does it prevent predetermined threshold. After voltage system. When this occurs, people from leaving the vehicle. turning the ignition off and then on the high voltage battery is again, the doors can be locked, the disconnected and the vehicle will interior lamps can be turned off, and not start. Before the vehicle can be { Warning the hazard warning flashers can be operated again, it must be serviced When an airbag inflates, there turned off using the controls for at your dealer. may be dust in the air. This dust those features. If any of these In many crashes severe enough to could cause breathing problems systems are damaged in the crash inflate the airbag, are for people with a history of they may not operate as normal. broken by vehicle deformation. asthma or other breathing trouble. Additional windshield breakage may To avoid this, everyone in the { Warning also occur from the front outboard vehicle should get out as soon as passenger airbag. A crash severe enough to inflate it is safe to do so. If you have . Airbags are designed to inflate breathing problems but cannot the airbags may have also damaged important functions in only once. After an airbag get out of the vehicle after an inflates, you will need some new the vehicle, such as the brake airbag inflates, then get fresh air parts for the airbag system. and steering systems, etc. Even if by opening a window or a door. If you do not get them, the If you experience breathing the vehicle appears to be drivable airbag system will not be there problems following an airbag after a moderate crash, there may to help protect you in another deployment, you should seek be concealed damage that could crash. A new system will include medical attention. make it difficult to safely operate airbag modules and possibly the vehicle. other parts. The service manual Use caution if attempting to for the vehicle covers the need The vehicle has a feature that may to replace other parts. automatically unlock the doors, turn restart the vehicle after a crash on the interior lamps and hazard has occurred. warning flashers after the airbags Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 53 . The vehicle has a crash sensing The passenger sensing system and diagnostic module which works with sensors that are part of records information after a the front outboard passenger seat crash. See Vehicle Data and seat belt. The sensors are Recording and Privacy 0 324 designed to detect the presence of and a properly seated occupant and 0 Event Data Recorders 324. determine if the front outboard . Let only qualified technicians passenger frontal airbag and knee work on the airbag systems. airbag should be allowed to inflate Improper service can mean that or not. an airbag system will not work According to accident statistics, properly. See your dealer for children are safer when properly service. secured in a rear seat in the correct child restraint for their weight Passenger Sensing Canada and size. System The words ON and OFF, or the Whenever possible, children aged symbols for on and off, will be 12 and under should be secured in The vehicle has a passenger visible during the system check. a rear seating position. sensing system for the front When the system check is outboard passenger position. The Never put a rear-facing child seat in complete, either the word ON or the front. This is because the risk to passenger airbag status indicator OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will will light on the overhead console the rear-facing child is so great, be visible. See Passenger Airbag if the airbag inflates. when the vehicle is started. Status Indicator 0 100. The passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

54 Seats and Restraints . There is a critical problem with { Warning Warning (Continued) the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child the front outboard passenger restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far When the passenger sensing or killed if the passenger frontal back as it will go. It is better to system has turned off the front airbag inflates. This is because secure child restraints in the rear outboard passenger frontal airbag the back of the rear-facing child seat. Consider using another and knee airbag, the OFF indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder restraint would be very close to vehicle to the child that the airbags are off. See the inflating airbag. A child in a when a rear seat is not available. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator forward-facing child restraint can 0 100. be seriously injured or killed if the If the vehicle does not have a rear passenger frontal airbag inflates The passenger sensing system is seat that will accommodate a designed to turn on the front and the passenger seat is in a rear-facing child restraint, a forward position. outboard passenger frontal airbag rear-facing child restraint should not and knee airbag anytime the system Even if the passenger sensing be installed in the vehicle, even if senses that a person of adult size is system has turned off the front the airbag is off. sitting properly in the front outboard outboard passenger airbag(s), no The passenger sensing system is passenger seat. When the system is fail-safe. No one can designed to turn off the front passenger sensing system has guarantee that an airbag will not outboard passenger frontal airbag allowed the airbags to be enabled, deploy under some unusual and knee airbag if: the ON indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbags are circumstance, even though the . The front outboard passenger active. airbag(s) are off. seat is unoccupied. For some children, including Never put a rear-facing child . The system determines an infant children in child restraints, and for restraint in the front seat, even if is present in a child restraint. very small adults, the passenger the airbag is off. If securing a . A front outboard passenger sensing system may or may not turn forward-facing child restraint in takes his/her weight off of the off the front outboard passenger (Continued) seat for a period of time. frontal airbag and knee airbag, Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 55 depending upon the person's in a child restraint. If a child restraint set, the belt can be tightened seating posture and body build. has been installed and the ON but not pulled out of the Everyone in the vehicle who has indicator is lit: retractor. outgrown child restraints should 1. Turn the vehicle off. 5. If, after reinstalling the child wear a seat belt properly — whether restraint and restarting the or not there is an airbag for that 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. vehicle, the ON indicator is still person. lit, turn the vehicle off. Then 3. Remove any additional items slightly recline the vehicle { Warning from the seat such as blankets, seatback and adjust the seat cushions, seat covers, seat cushion, if adjustable, to make If the airbag readiness light ever heaters, or seat massagers. sure that the vehicle seatback comes on and stays on, it means 4. Reinstall the child restraint is not pushing the child that something may be wrong following the directions restraint into the seat cushion. with the airbag system. To help provided by the child restraint Also make sure the child avoid injury to yourself or others, manufacturer and refer to restraint is not trapped under have the vehicle serviced right Securing Child Restraints (With the vehicle head restraint. away. See Airbag Readiness the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) If this happens, adjust the head Light 0 100 for more information, 0 76 or restraint. See Head Restraints 0 including important safety Securing Child Restraints (With 32. information. the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 6. Restart the vehicle. 0 78. The passenger sensing system may If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Make sure the seat belt or may not turn off the airbags for a Child Restraint retractor is locked by pulling child in a child restraint depending the shoulder belt all the way upon the child’s size. It is better to The passenger sensing system is out of the retractor when secure the child restraint in a rear designed to turn off the front installing the child restraint, seat. Consider using another outboard passenger frontal airbag even if the child restraint is vehicle to transport the child when a and knee airbag if the system equipped with a seat belt lock rear seat is not available. Never put determines that an infant is present off. When the retractor lock is Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

56 Seats and Restraints a rear-facing child restraint in the 1. Turn the vehicle off. 6. Restart the vehicle and have front seat, even if the ON indicator 2. Remove any additional material the person remain in this is not lit. from the seat, such as position for two to blankets, cushions, seat three minutes after the ON If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an indicator is lit. Adult-Sized Occupant covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 3. Place the seatback in the fully { Warning upright position. If the front outboard passenger 4. Have the person sit upright in airbag is turned off for an the seat, centered on the seat adult-sized occupant, the airbag cushion, with legs comfortably will not be able to inflate and help extended. protect that person in a crash, 5. If the shoulder portion of the resulting in an increased risk of belt is pulled out all the way, serious injury or even death. An the child restraint locking adult-sized occupant should not feature will be engaged. This ride in the front outboard may unintentionally cause the passenger seat, if the passenger passenger sensing system to airbag OFF indicator is lit. If a person of adult size is sitting in turn the airbag off for some the front outboard passenger seat, adult-sized occupants. If this but the OFF indicator is lit, it could happens, unbuckle the belt and Additional Factors Affecting be because that person is not sitting let the belt go back all the way, System Operation properly in the seat or that the child and then buckle the belt again Seat belts help keep the passenger restraint locking feature is engaged. without pulling the belt out all in position on the seat during Use the following steps to allow the the way. vehicle maneuvers and braking, system to detect that person and which helps the passenger sensing enable the front outboard passenger system maintain the passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag: airbag status. See “Seat Belts” and Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 57 “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the { Warning { Warning importance of proper restraint use. Stowing articles under the For up to 10 seconds after the A thick layer of additional material, passenger seat or between the vehicle is turned off and the 12‐ such as a blanket or cushion, passenger seat cushion and volt battery is disconnected, an or aftermarket equipment such as seatback may interfere with the airbag can still inflate during seat covers, seat heaters, and seat proper operation of the passenger improper service. You can be massagers can affect how well the sensing system. injured if you are close to an passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you airbag when it inflates. Avoid not use seat covers or other Servicing the yellow connectors. They are aftermarket equipment except when probably part of the airbag approved by GM for your specific Airbag-Equipped Vehicle system. Be sure to follow proper vehicle. See Adding Equipment to Airbags affect how the vehicle service procedures, and make the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 57 should be serviced. There are parts sure the person performing work for more information about of the airbag system in several for you is qualified to do so. modifications that can affect how places around the vehicle. Your the system operates. dealer and the service manual have Adding Equipment to the The ON indicator may be lit if an information about servicing the object, such as a briefcase, vehicle and the airbag system. To Airbag-Equipped Vehicle handbag, grocery bag, , purchase a service manual, see Adding accessories that change the or other electronic device is put on Publication Ordering Information 0 vehicle's frame, system, an unoccupied seat. If this is not 321. height, front end, or side sheet desired, remove the object from metal may keep the airbag system the seat. from working properly. The operation of the airbag system can also be affected by changing, including improperly repairing or replacing, any parts of the following: Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

58 Seats and Restraints . Airbag system, including airbag designed for a different vehicle. Any Airbag System Check modules, front or side impact object, such as an aftermarket seat sensors, sensing and diagnostic heater or a comfort-enhancing pad The airbag system does not need module, or airbag wiring or device, installed under or on top regularly scheduled maintenance or of the seat fabric, could also replacement. Make sure the airbag . Front seats, including stitching, readiness light is working. See seams or zippers interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This Airbag Readiness Light 0 100. . Seat belts could either prevent proper . Steering wheel, instrument deployment of the passenger Caution panel, overhead console, ceiling airbag(s) or prevent the passenger trim, or garnish trim sensing system from properly If an airbag covering is damaged, turning off the passenger airbag(s). opened, or broken, the airbag . Inner door seals, including See Passenger Sensing System may not work properly. Do not speakers 0 53. open or break the airbag Your dealer and the service manual If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail coverings. If there are any have information about the location airbags, see Different Size opened or broken airbag of the airbag modules and sensors, and Wheels 0 273 for additional coverings, have the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, and important information. covering and/or airbag module airbag wiring along with the proper replaced. For the location of the If the vehicle must be modified replacement procedures. airbags, see Where Are the because you have a disability and 0 In addition, the vehicle has a have questions about whether the Airbags? 48. See your dealer passenger sensing system for the modifications will affect the vehicle's for service. front outboard passenger position, airbag system, or if you have which includes sensors that are part questions about whether the airbag of the passenger seat. The system will be affected if the vehicle passenger sensing system may not is modified for any other reason, call operate properly if the original seat Customer Assistance. See trim is replaced with non-GM Customer Assistance Offices 0 314. covers, upholstery, or trim; or with GM covers, upholstery, or trim Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 59 Replacing Airbag System Child Restraints . Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat Parts after a Crash edge? If yes, continue. If no, Older Children return to the booster seat. { Warning . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. A crash can damage the airbag Does the shoulder belt rest on systems in the vehicle. the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear seat belt A damaged airbag system may comfort guide, if available. See not properly protect you and your “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” passenger(s) in a crash, resulting under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 42. in serious injury or even death. To If a comfort guide is not help make sure the airbag available, or if the shoulder belt systems are working properly still does not rest on the after a crash, have them shoulder, then return to the inspected and any necessary booster seat. replacements made as soon as . Does the lap belt fit low and possible. Older children who have outgrown snug on the hips, touching the booster seats should wear the thighs? If yes, continue. If no, If an airbag inflates, you will need to vehicle’s seat belts. return to the booster seat. replace airbag system parts. See The manufacturer instructions that . Can proper seat belt fit be your dealer for service. come with the booster seat state the maintained for the length of the If the airbag readiness light stays on weight and height limitations for that trip? If yes, continue. If no, after the vehicle is started or comes booster. Use a booster seat with a return to the booster seat. on when you are driving, the airbag lap-shoulder belt until the child system may not work properly. Have passes the fit test below: the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 100. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

60 Seats and Restraints Q: What is the proper way to wear seat belts? { Warning { Warning A: An older child should wear a Never allow more than one child Never allow a child to wear the lap-shoulder belt and get the to wear the same seat belt. The seat belt with the shoulder belt additional restraint a shoulder seat belt cannot properly spread behind their back. A child can be belt can provide. The shoulder the impact forces. In a crash, they seriously injured by not wearing belt should not cross the face or can be crushed together and the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a neck. The lap belt should fit seriously injured. A seat belt must crash, the child would not be snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. be used by only one person at restrained by the shoulder belt. This applies belt force to the a time. The child could move too far child's pelvic bones in a crash. forward increasing the chance of It should never be worn over the head and neck injury. The child abdomen, which could cause might also slide under the lap severe or even fatal internal belt. The belt force would then be injuries in a crash. applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort injuries. The shoulder belt should Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 42. go over the shoulder and across the chest. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use seat belts properly. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 61 appropriate child restraints. Neither { Warning the vehicle's seat belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is Children who are not restrained wrapped around their neck. The properly can strike other people, shoulder belt can tighten but or can be thrown out of the vehicle. cannot be loosened if it is locked. The shoulder belt locks when it is { Warning pulled all the way out of the Never hold an infant or a child retractor. It unlocks when the while riding in a vehicle. Due to shoulder belt is allowed to go all crash forces, an infant or a child the way back into the retractor, will become so heavy it is not Infants and Young but it cannot do this if it is possible to hold it during a crash. wrapped around a child’s neck. Children For example, in a crash at only If the shoulder belt is locked and Everyone in a vehicle needs 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) tightened around a child’s neck, protection! This includes infants and infant will suddenly become a the only way to loosen the belt is all other children. Neither the 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's to cut it. distance traveled nor the age and arms. An infant or child should be size of the traveler changes the Never leave children unattended secured in an appropriate child need, for everyone, to use safety in a vehicle and never allow restraint. restraints. In fact, the law in every children to play with the seat state in the United States and in belts. every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

62 Seats and Restraints For each type of child restraint, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the child restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The instruction manual that is provided with the child restraint states the weight and height limitations for that particular child Child restraints are devices used to restraint. In addition, there are many { Warning restrain, seat, or position children in kinds of child restraints available for children with special needs. Children who are up against, the vehicle and are sometimes called child seats or car seats. or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured There are three basic types of { Warning or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraints: To reduce the risk of neck and child restraint in the front . Forward-facing child restraints head injury in a crash, infants and outboard seat. Secure a toddlers should be secured in a . Rear-facing child restraints rear-facing child restraint in a rear rear-facing child restraint until age seat. It is also better to secure a . Belt-positioning booster seats two, or until they reach the forward-facing child restraint in a The proper child restraint for your maximum height and weight limits rear seat. If you must secure a child depends on their size, weight, of their child restraint. forward-facing child restraint in and age, and also on whether the the front outboard seat, always child restraint is compatible with the move the front passenger seat as vehicle in which it will be used. far back as it will go. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 63 Child Restraint Systems { Warning A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle seat belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce Forward-Facing Child Restraint the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash, young children Rear-Facing Infant Restraint A forward-facing child restraint should always be secured in an provides restraint for the child's A rear-facing child restraint provides body with the harness. appropriate child restraint. restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

64 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child Restraint in the Vehicle restraint, refer to the following: 1. Instruction labels provided on { Warning the child restraint 2. Instruction manual provided A child can be seriously injured or with the child restraint killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in 3. This vehicle owner's manual the vehicle. Secure the child The child restraint instructions are restraint properly in the vehicle important, so if they are not using the vehicle seat belt or available, obtain a replacement LATCH system, following the copy from the manufacturer. Booster Seats instructions that came with that Keep in mind that an unsecured A belt-positioning booster seat is child restraint and the instructions child restraint can move around in a used for children who have in this manual. collision or sudden stop and injure outgrown their forward-facing child people in the vehicle. Be sure to restraint. Boosters are designed to To help reduce the chance of injury, properly secure any child restraint in improve the fit of the vehicle's seat the child restraint must be secured the vehicle — even when no child is belt system until the child is large in the vehicle. Child restraints must in it. enough for the vehicle seat belts to be secured in vehicle seats by lap fit properly without a booster seat. In some areas Certified Child belts or the lap belt portion of a See the seat belt fit test in Older Passenger Safety Technicians lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH Children 0 59. (CPSTs) are available to inspect system. See Lower Anchors and and demonstrate how to correctly Tethers for Children (LATCH use and install child restraints. In System) 0 66 for more information. the U.S., refer to the National Children can be endangered in a Highway Traffic Safety crash if the child restraint is not Administration (NHTSA) to properly secured in the vehicle. locate the nearest inspection station. For CPST Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 65 availability in Canada, check with Never put a rear-facing child Transport Canada or the Provincial restraint in the front. This is because Warning (Continued) Ministry of Transportation office. the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys. Secure rear-facing child restraints Securing the Child Within the in a rear seat, even if the airbag Child Restraint is off. If you secure a { Warning forward-facing child restraint in { Warning A child in a rear-facing child the front seat, always move the restraint can be seriously injured front passenger seat as far back A child can be seriously injured or or killed if the front passenger as it will go. It is better to secure killed in a crash if the child is not airbag inflates. This is because the child restraint in a rear seat. properly secured in the child the back of the rear-facing child See Passenger Sensing System restraint. Secure the child restraint would be very close to 0 53 for additional information. properly following the instructions the inflating airbag. A child in a that came with that child restraint. forward-facing child restraint can If the vehicle does not have a rear be seriously injured or killed if the seat that will accommodate a Where to Put the front passenger airbag inflates rear-facing child restraint, a Restraint and the passenger seat is in a rear-facing child restraint should not forward position. be installed in the vehicle, even if According to accident statistics, Even if the passenger sensing the airbag is off. children and infants are safer when system has turned off the front properly restrained in an appropriate When securing a child restraint with child restraint secured in a rear passenger frontal airbag, no the seat belts in a rear seat position, seating position. system is fail-safe. No one can study the instructions that came with guarantee that an airbag will not the child restraint to make sure it is Whenever possible, children aged deploy under some unusual compatible with this vehicle. 12 and under should be secured in circumstance, even though it is a rear seating position. turned off. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

66 Seats and Restraints Child restraints and booster seats Lower Anchors and this can be done as long as the vary considerably in size, and some booster seat can be positioned may fit in certain seating positions Tethers for Children properly and there is no interference better than others. (LATCH System) with the proper positioning of the Depending on where you place the The LATCH system secures a child lap-shoulder belt on the child. child restraint and the size of the restraint during driving or in a crash. Make sure to follow the instructions child restraint, you may not be able LATCH attachments on the child that came with the child restraint, to access adjacent seat belts or restraint are used to attach the child and also the instructions in this LATCH anchors for additional restraint to the anchors in the manual. passengers or child restraints. vehicle. The LATCH system is When installing a child restraint with Adjacent seating positions should designed to make installation of a a top tether, you must also use not be used if the child restraint child restraint easier. either the lower anchors or the seat prevents access to or interferes with In order to use the LATCH system in belts to properly secure the child the routing of the seat belt. your vehicle, you need a child restraint. A child restraint must Wherever a child restraint is restraint that has LATCH never be installed using only the top installed, be sure to follow the attachments. LATCH-compatible tether and anchor. instructions that came with the child rear-facing and forward-facing child For a forward-facing 5-pt harness restraint and secure the child seats can be properly installed child restraint where the combined restraint properly. using either the LATCH anchors or weight of the child and restraint are Keep in mind that an unsecured the vehicle’s seat belts. Do not use up to 29.5 kg (65 lb), use either the child restraint can move around in a both the seat belts and the LATCH lower LATCH anchorages with the collision or sudden stop and injure anchorage system to secure a top tether anchorage, or the seat people in the vehicle. Be sure to rear-facing or forward-facing belt with the top tether anchorage. properly secure any child restraint in child seat. Where the combined weight of the the vehicle — even when no child is Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat child and restraint are greater than in it. belts to secure the child and the 29.5 kg (65 lb), use the seat belt with booster seat. If the manufacturer the top tether anchorage only. recommends that the booster seat be secured with the LATCH system, Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 67 Recommended Methods for Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use Only Approved Attachment Methods Shown with an X Weight of the LATCH Lower Seat Belt Only LATCH Lower Seat Belt and Child + Child – – Anchors Only Anchors and Top Top Tether Restraint Tether Anchor Anchor Rear-Facing Up to XX Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Rear-Facing Greater than X Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Forward-Facing Up to XX Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb) Forward-Facing Greater than X Child Restraint 29.5 kg (65 lb)

See Securing Child Restraints (With The following explains how to attach the child restraint. See Securing the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 76 a child restraint with these Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt or attachments in the vehicle. in the Rear Seat) 0 76 or Securing Child Restraints (With the Securing Child Restraints (With the 0 Not all vehicle seating positions 0 Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 78. have lower anchors. In this case, Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 78. Child restraints built after March the seat belt must be used (with top 2014 will be labeled with the tether where available) to secure specific child weight up to which the LATCH system can be used to install the restraint. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

68 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints with top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations

Lower anchors (1) are metal bars A top tether (3, 4) is used to secure built into the vehicle. There are two the top of the child restraint to the lower anchors for each LATCH vehicle. A top tether anchor is built seating position that will into the vehicle. The top tether accommodate a child restraint with attachment hook (2) on the child lower attachments (2). restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. The child restraint may have a Rear Seat Delete Model single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment hook (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 69 To assist in locating the lower To assist in locating the top tether anchors, each seating position with anchors on sedan models, the top lower anchors has two labels, near tether anchor symbol is on the trim the crease between the seatback near the anchor. and the seat cushion. For sedan models, the top tether anchors are behind the rear seats.

Sedan Models I : Seating positions with top tether anchors. H : Seating positions with two lower anchors. The outboard lower anchors are Sedan Model behind the vertical openings in the rear seat trim. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

70 Seats and Restraints may be covered. If the top tether the instructions that come with the anchors are covered, the top tether child restraint say that the top tether anchor symbol is on the cover. must be attached. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 65 for additional information.

Rear Seat Delete Model Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH For rear seat delete models, the top System tether anchors (1, 2) are located on the rear floor behind the passenger seat. Do not attach the top tether to this { Warning location. Use only the approved top tether anchors identified previously A child could be seriously injured in this section. or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly attached Be sure to use an anchor located to the vehicle using either the directly behind the seating position LATCH anchors or the vehicle where the child restraint will be placed. seat belt. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint To assist in locating the top tether Do not secure a child restraint in a and the instructions in this anchors on rear seat delete models, position without a top tether anchor manual. the top tether anchor symbol is near if a national or local law requires the anchor. The top tether anchors that the top tether be attached, or if Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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{ Warning Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) To reduce the risk of serious or but it cannot do this if it is Do not fold the rear seatback fatal injuries during a crash, do wrapped around a child’s neck. when the seat is occupied. Do not not attach more than one child If the shoulder belt is locked and fold the empty rear seat with a restraint to a single anchor. tightened around a child’s neck, seat belt buckled. This could Attaching more than one child the only way to loosen the belt is damage the seat belt or the seat. restraint to a single anchor could to cut it. Unbuckle and return the seat belt cause the anchor or attachment Buckle any unused seat belts to its stowed position, before to come loose or even break behind the child restraint so folding the seat. during a crash. A child or others children cannot reach them. Pull could be injured. the shoulder belt all the way out If you need to secure more than one of the retractor to set the lock, child restraint in the rear seat, see and tighten the belt behind the Where to Put the Restraint 0 65 for additional information. { Warning child restraint after the child restraint has been installed. Rear Seat Delete Model Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is 1. For models without a rear seat, wrapped around their neck. The forward-facing child restraints shoulder belt can tighten but Caution should only be installed in the right front seating position with cannot be loosened if it is locked. Do not let the LATCH the seat belt and a top tether. The shoulder belt locks when it is attachments rub against the See Securing Child Restraints pulled all the way out of the vehicle’s seat belts. This may (With the Seat Belt in the Rear retractor. It unlocks when the damage these parts. If necessary, Seat) 0 76 or shoulder belt is allowed to go all move buckled seat belts to avoid Securing Child Restraints (With the way back into the retractor, rubbing the LATCH attachments. the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 78. (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

72 Seats and Restraints If the child restraint are using a dual tether, 3. Before placing a child in the manufacturer recommends that route the tether around child restraint, make sure it is the top tether be attached, the head restraint. securely held in place. To attach and tighten the top check, grasp the child restraint tether to the top tether anchor, at the belt path and attempt to if your vehicle has one. Refer move it side to side and back to the child restraint and forth. There should be no instructions and the following more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of steps: movement for proper 1.1. Find the top tether installation. anchor. Sedan Models 1.2. Route, attach, and tighten 1. Attach and tighten the lower the top tether according If the position you are attachments to the lower to your child restraint using has an adjustable anchors. If the child restraint instructions and the head restraint and you does not have lower following instructions: are using a single tether, attachments or the desired raise the head restraint seating position does not have and route the tether lower anchors, secure the child under the head restraint restraint with the top tether and and in between the head the seat belt. Refer to the child restraint posts. restraint manufacturer instructions and the 2. Secure the child restraint in the instructions in this manual. right front seating position with the vehicle belts. See Securing 1.1. Find the lower anchors Child Restraints (With the Seat for the desired seating 0 position. If the position you are Belt in the Rear Seat) 76 or using has an adjustable Securing Child Restraints (With 1.2. Put the child restraint on head restraint and you the Seat Belt in the Front Seat) the seat. 0 78. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 73 For rear outboard seating if equipped. Refer to the child If the position you are positions, if the head restraint instructions and the using does not have a restraint interferes with following steps: headrest or head restraint the proper installation of 2.1. Find the top tether and you are using a the child restraint, the anchor. single tether, route the head restraint may be tether over the seatback. removed. See “Head 2.2. Remove the cargo cover Restraint Removal and before installing the top Reinstallation” at the end tether. Place the cargo of this section. cover in its original location after installing When installing a your child restraint when rear-facing child restraint, the head restraint is it may be necessary to removed. move the front seat forward to properly install 2.3. Route, attach, and tighten the child restraint per the the top tether according child restraint to your child restraint If the position you are manufacturer instructions. instructions and the using does not have a following instructions: headrest or head restraint 1.3. Attach and tighten the and you are using a dual lower attachments on the tether, route the tether child restraint to the lower over the seatback. anchors. 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

74 Seats and Restraints If the position you are 1. Partially fold the seatback using has an adjustable forward. See Rear Seats 0 37 headrest or head restraint for additional information. and you are using a single tether, raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in If the position you are between the headrest or using has an adjustable head restraint posts. headrest or head restraint 3. Before placing a child in the and you are using a dual child restraint, make sure it is tether, raise the headrest securely held in place. To or head restraint and check, grasp the child restraint route the tether under the at the LATCH path and attempt headrest or head restraint to move it side to side and 2. Press both buttons on the head and around the headrest back and forth. There should restraint posts at the same or head restraint posts. be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of time, and pull up on the head movement for proper restraint. installation. 3. Store the head restraint in a Head Restraint Removal and secure place. Reinstallation 4. When the child restraint is The rear outboard head restraints removed, reinstall the head can be removed if they interfere with restraint before the seating the proper installation of the child position is used. restraint. To remove the head restraint: Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 75 2. Insert the head restraint posts 5. Try to move the head restraint { Warning into the holes in the top of the in all directions to make sure seatback. The notches on the that it is locked in place. With head restraints that are not posts must face the driver side Always adjust the head installed and adjusted properly, of the vehicle. there is a greater chance that restraint so that the top of the occupants will suffer a neck/ 3. Push the head restraint down. restraint is at the same height spinal injury in a crash. Do not If necessary, press the height as the top of the occupant's head. See Head Restraints drive until the head restraints for adjustment release button to 0 32. all occupants are installed and further lower the head restraint. See Head Restraints 0 32. adjusted properly. Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash To reinstall the head restraint: { Warning A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle. A damaged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash, 4. Return the head restraint to the see your dealer to have the full upright position if folded. system inspected and any Pull the head restraint up and necessary replacements made as 1. Partially fold the seatback forward until it locks into place. soon as possible. forward. See Rear Seats 0 37. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

76 Seats and Restraints If the vehicle has the LATCH system Do not secure a child restraint in a Reinstallation” under Lower and it was being used during a position without a top tether anchor Anchors and Tethers for crash, new LATCH system parts if a national or local law requires Children (LATCH System) 0 66. may be needed. that the top tether be anchored, or if 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run New parts and repairs may be the instructions that come with the the lap and shoulder portions necessary even if the LATCH child restraint say that the top tether of the vehicle seat belt through system was not being used at the must be anchored. or around the restraint. The time of the crash. In Canada, the law requires that child restraint instructions will forward-facing child restraints have show you how. Securing Child Restraints a top tether, and that the tether be (With the Seat Belt in the attached. Rear Seat) If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH When securing a child restraint in a system, you will be using the seat rear seating position, study the belt to secure the child restraint. instructions that came with the child Be sure to follow the instructions restraint to make sure it is that came with the child restraint. compatible with this vehicle. If more than one child restraint If the child restraint has the LATCH needs to be installed in the rear system, see Lower Anchors and seat, be sure to read Where to Put Tethers for Children (LATCH the Restraint 0 65. System) 0 66 for how and where to 1. Put the child restraint on install the child restraint using 3. Push the latch plate into the the seat. LATCH. If a child restraint is buckle until it clicks. If the head restraint interferes secured in the vehicle using a seat Position the release button on with the proper installation of belt and it uses a top tether, see the buckle, away from the child the child restraint, the head Lower Anchors and Tethers for restraint, so that the seat belt 0 restraint may be removed. See Children (LATCH System) 66 for could be quickly unbuckled if Head Restraint Removal and top tether anchor locations. “ necessary. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 77 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) 0 66. 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 seat belt path and 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the 5. To tighten the belt, push down attempt to move it side to side way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the and back and forth. When the the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to child restraint is properly lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the installed, there should be no tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of the retractor. back into the retractor. When movement. installing a forward-facing child To remove the child restraint, restraint, it may be helpful to unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and use your knee to push down on let it return to the stowed position. the child restraint as you If the top tether is attached to a top tighten the belt. tether anchor, disconnect it. If the Try to pull the belt out of the head restraint was removed, retractor to make sure the reinstall it before the seating retractor is locked. If the position is used. See “Head retractor is not locked, repeat Restraint Removal and Steps 4 and 5. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

78 Seats and Restraints Reinstallation” under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH { Warning Warning (Continued) System) 0 66 for additional information on installing the head A child in a rear-facing child forward-facing child restraint in restraint properly. restraint can be seriously injured the front outboard passenger or killed if the front outboard seat, always move the seat as far Securing Child Restraints passenger frontal airbag inflates. back as it will go. It is better to This is because the back of the secure the child restraint in a (With the Seat Belt in the rear-facing child restraint would rear seat. Front Seat) be very close to the inflating See Passenger Sensing System This vehicle has airbags. A rear airbag. A child in a forward-facing 0 53 for additional information. seat is a safer place to secure a child restraint can be seriously forward-facing child restraint. See injured or killed if the front Where to Put the Restraint 0 65. outboard passenger frontal airbag If the vehicle does not have a rear inflates and the passenger seat is seat that will accommodate a In addition, the vehicle has a in a forward position. rear-facing child restraint, a passenger sensing system which is rear-facing child restraint should not designed to turn off the front Even if the passenger sensing be installed in the vehicle, even if outboard passenger frontal airbag system has turned off the front the airbag is off. and knee airbag under certain outboard passenger airbag(s), no If the child restraint uses a top conditions. See Passenger Sensing system is fail-safe. No one can 0 tether, see Lower Anchors and System 53 and guarantee that an airbag will not Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Tethers for Children (LATCH 0 deploy under some unusual System) 0 66 for top tether anchor 100 for more information, circumstance, even though the including important safety locations. airbag(s) are off. information. Do not secure a child restraint in a Never put a rear-facing child seat in Secure rear-facing child restraints position without a top tether anchor the front. This is because the risk to in a rear seat, even if the if a national or local law requires the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag(s) are off. If you secure a that the top tether be anchored, or if airbag deploys. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Seats and Restraints 79 the instructions that come with the lit when you start the vehicle. Position the release button on child restraint say that the top tether See Passenger Airbag Status the buckle, away from the child must be anchored. Indicator 0 100. restraint, so that the seat belt In Canada, the law requires that 2. Put the child restraint on could be quickly unbuckled if forward-facing child restraints have the seat. necessary. a top tether, and that the tether be 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run attached. the lap and shoulder portions When using the lap-shoulder belt to of the vehicle seat belt through secure the child restraint in this or around the restraint. The position, follow the instructions that child restraint instructions will came with the child restraint and the show you how. following instructions: 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. Move the seat upward or the seatback to an upright position, if needed, to get a tight 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the installation of the child way out of the retractor to set restraint. the lock. When the retractor When the passenger sensing lock is set, the belt can be system has turned off the front tightened but not pulled out of outboard passenger frontal the retractor. airbag and knee airbag, the OFF indicator on the 4. Push the latch plate into the passenger airbag status buckle until it clicks. indicator should light and stay Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

80 Seats and Restraints 7. If the vehicle does not have a If a child restraint has been installed rear seat and the child restraint and the ON indicator is lit, see “If manufacturer recommends the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child using a top tether anchor, Restraint” under Passenger Sensing attach the top tether to the top System 0 53. tether anchor. Refer to the To remove the child restraint, instructions that came with the unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and child restraint and to Lower let it return to the stowed position. Anchors and Tethers for 0 If the top tether is attached to a top Children (LATCH System) 66. tether anchor, disconnect it. 8. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is 6. To tighten the belt, push down securely held in place. To on the child restraint, pull the check, grasp the child restraint shoulder portion of the belt to at the seat belt path and tighten the lap portion of the attempt to move it side to side belt, and feed the shoulder belt and back and forth. When the back into the retractor. When child restraint is properly installing a forward-facing child installed, there should be no restraint, it may be helpful to more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of use your knee to push down on movement. the child restraint as you If the airbags are off, the OFF tighten the belt. indicator in the passenger airbag Try to pull the belt out of the status indicator will come on and retractor to make sure the stay on when the vehicle is started. retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Storage 81 Storage Storage Cupholders Compartments The front cupholders are near the shift lever. Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ...... 81 { Warning Instrument Panel Storage ...... 81 Cupholders ...... 81 Do not store heavy or sharp Center Console Storage ...... 82 objects in storage compartments. In a crash, these objects may Additional Storage Features cause the cover to open and Cargo Cover ...... 82 could result in injury. Cargo Management System . . . 83 Instrument Panel Storage

If equipped, lower the armrest to access the rear cupholders. The liner is removable for cleaning.

The instrument panel storage is near the power outlet. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

82 Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover

{ Warning An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle. To remove the cargo cover: 1. Remove the cords from the There is storage in the center If equipped, the cargo cover can be hooks at the top of the console. Pull up the latch and lift used to cover items in the rear of liftgate (1). to open. the vehicle. 2. Disconnect the loops from the There may be a small tray and hooks on the trim panel (2). additional storage when the small To install the cargo cover: tray is detached. 1. Attach the loops to the hooks on the trim panel (2). 2. Reconnect both of the cords to the hooks at the top of the liftgate (1). Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Storage 83 Cargo Management System

Pull up on the load floor cover to access the cargo management system, if equipped. There is a carpeted open storage area. Remove the carpet and the cover to access additional storage. To close, lift the load floor cover and place it on the retainers. Push down on the load floor to secure it. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

84 Instruments and Controls Seat Belt Reminders ...... 99 Door Ajar Light ...... 107 Instruments and Airbag Readiness Light ...... 100 Controls Passenger Airbag Status Information Displays Indicator ...... 100 Power Flows ...... 107 Charging System Light (12-Volt Programmable Charging ...... 107 Battery) ...... 101 Energy Information ...... 115 Controls Charging Options ...... 117 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 85 Service Vehicle Soon Light . . . 102 Brake System Warning Driver Information Steering Wheel Controls ...... 85 Center (DIC) ...... 118 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 86 Light ...... 102 Horn ...... 86 Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Messages Pedestrian Safety Signal ...... 86 Light ...... 102 Vehicle Messages ...... 120 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 87 Service Electric Parking Brake Propulsion Power Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . 88 Light ...... 103 Messages ...... 120 Compass ...... 89 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 121 Clock ...... 90 Warning Light ...... 103 Power Outlets ...... 90 Sport Mode Light ...... 103 Vehicle Personalization Charging ...... 91 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Personalization ...... 121 Light ...... 103 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 104 Indicators Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . 104 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Traction Off Light ...... 104 Indicators ...... 94 StabiliTrak OFF Light ...... 105 Instrument Cluster ...... 94 Traction Control System (TCS)/ ...... 97 StabiliTrak Light ...... 105 ...... 97 Tire Pressure Light ...... 105 Trip Odometer ...... 97 Security Light ...... 106 Battery Gauge (High Vehicle Ready Light ...... 106 Voltage) ...... 98 High-Beam On Light ...... 106 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...... 98 Lamps On Reminder ...... 106 Power Indicator Gauge ...... 99 Cruise Control Light ...... 107 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 85 Controls Do not adjust the steering wheel c : Press to decline an incoming while driving. call or end a current call. Press to mute or unmute the infotainment Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Controls system when not on a call. Adjustment w or x : Press to go to the previous or next selection. o or p : Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster. @ : Press to select a highlighted menu option. yFAV or FAVz : Press to display a list of favorites and select the next or previous favorite when listening to the radio. If equipped, some audio controls To adjust the steering wheel: can be adjusted at the steering 1. Pull the lever down. wheel. 2. Move the steering wheel up g : If equipped with OnStar or a or down. Bluetooth system, press to interact with those systems. See OnStar 3. Pull or push the steering wheel Overview 0 326 or closer or away from you. Bluetooth 0 153. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

86 Instruments and Controls There is a paddle on the left rear automatically in remote start along side of the steering wheel for with the heated seats when it is cold regenerative braking. See outside. The heated steering wheel Regenerative Braking 0 194. indicator light may not come on. See Heated Front Seats 0 35. Heated Steering Wheel Horn Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn. Pedestrian Safety Signal The volume switches are on the The vehicle is equipped with right rear side of the steering wheel. automatic sound generation. Press to increase or decrease the The automatic sound is generated volume. to indicate the vehicle presence to pedestrians. United States The sound changes if the vehicle is ( : If equipped, press to turn on or speeding up or slowing down. It is off. An indicator light on the button activated when the vehicle is shifted displays when the feature is into a forward gear or R (Reverse), turned on. up to 33 km/h (20 mph). The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating. If equipped with a remote start heated steering wheel, the heated steering wheel will turn on Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 87 Canada LO : Use for slow wipes. Damaged blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade The sound changes if the vehicle is 0 speeding up or slowing down. It is Replacement 244. activated when the vehicle is shifted Heavy snow or ice can overload the into a forward gear or R (Reverse), wiper motor. If the wiper motor up to 23 km/h (14 mph). overheats, the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and the Windshield Wiper/Washer wiper control is turned off. See Electrical System Overload 0 250.

{ Warning In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer INT : If equipped with intermittent fluid can form ice on the wipes, move the windshield wiper windshield, blocking your vision. lever to INT. Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. { Warning The windshield wiper/washer lever 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move Before driving the vehicle, always is on the side of the steering the lever down. For multiple wipes, clear snow and ice from the hood, column. With the vehicle on or in hold the lever down. windshield, roof, and rear of the Service Mode, move the windshield Clear snow and ice from the wiper vehicle, including all lamps and wiper lever to select the wiper blades and windshield before using windows. Reduced visibility from speed. them. If frozen to the windshield, snow and ice buildup could lead HI : Use for fast wipes. carefully loosen or thaw them. to a crash. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

88 Instruments and Controls Wiper Parking Rear Window Wiper/ INT : To turn on intermittent rear If the vehicle Is turned off while the Washer wipes. wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they will immediately stop. If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield. If the vehicle is turned off while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the windshield. f : Pull the windshield wiper 1 : Push the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield The controls are on the end of the washer fluid and activate the wipers. lever forward to spray washer fluid windshield wiper lever. on the rear window. If equipped with The wipers will continue until the Move the control to: the rear camera mirror, the washer lever is released or the maximum fluid is sprayed on the rear camera wash time is reached. When the ON : To turn on. at the same time. The lever returns lever is released, additional wipes OFF : To turn off. to its starting position when may occur depending on how long released. the windshield washer had been activated. See Washer Fluid 0 239 for information on filling the reservoir. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 89 This feature can be turned on or off. Compass { Warning See Vehicle Personalization 0 121. The vehicle has a compass display In freezing weather, do not use The windshield washer reservoir is in the instrument cluster above the the washer until the windshield is used for the windshield and the rear speedometer. The compass warmed. Otherwise the washer window. Check the fluid level in the receives its heading and other fluid can form ice on the reservoir if either washer is not information from the Global windshield, blocking your vision. working. Positioning System (GPS) antenna Rear Wiper Arm Assembly and vehicle speed information. Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Protection The compass system has automatic Wiper operation returns to normal calibration and zone adjustment If the rear wiper control is off, the features. rear wiper will automatically operate when the shift lever is no longer in continuously when the vehicle is in N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed Avoid covering the GPS antenna for R (Reverse), and the front increases. The rear wiper will also long periods of time with objects windshield wiper is performing low stop when the liftgate is open. that may interfere with the antenna's or high speed wipes. If the rear When using an automatic car wash, ability to receive a satellite signal. wiper control is off, the vehicle is in move the rear wiper control to OFF The compass system is designed to R (Reverse), and the front to disable the rear wiper. If the shift operate for a certain number of windshield wiper is performing lever is in N (Neutral) and the or degrees of turn before intermittent wipes, then the rear vehicle speed is very slow, the rear needing a signal from the GPS wiper automatically performs wiper will automatically stop at the satellites. The compass system will intermittent wipes. base of the rear window. automatically determine when a GPS signal is restored and provide a heading. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

90 Instruments and Controls Clock 4. Touch + or − to adjust the Setting the 12/24 Hour Format value. The infotainment system controls 1. Press D, then touch T. 5. Touch y or z to adjust AM or are used to access the time and 2. Touch Settings. date settings through the menu. PM for 12 hour format. This can also be changed by 3. Touch Time and Date, then 6. Touch 0. touching the clock, then touch 8 to touch Set Time. go to the Time and Date Setting the Date 4. Select 12 hr or 24 hr format. Settings menu. 1. Press D, then touch T. 5. Touch 0. D : Press to access the 2. Touch Settings. Home Page. Power Outlets 3. Touch Time and Date, then T : Touch to access the Icon View. touch Set Date. The accessory power outlet can be used to plug in electrical equipment, Y : Drag the scroll bar to navigate 4. Touch + or − to adjust the such as a mobile phone or MP3 the list. value. player. The accessory power outlet y or z : Touch to set up items. 5. Touch 0. only works with the vehicle turned on. 0 : Touch to exit or return to the Auto Set previous screen or menu. The vehicle has an accessory 1. Press D, then touch T. power outlet on the lower center Setting the Time stack below the climate control. 2. Touch Settings. When Auto Set is enabled, the time Open the cover to access and 3. Touch Time and Date, then cannot be manually set. replace when not in use. touch Auto Set. 1. Press D, then touch T. 4. Select from the available 2. Touch Settings. options. 3. Touch Time and Date, then 5. Touch 0. touch Set Time. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Caution Caution { Warning Leaving electrical equipment Hanging heavy equipment from Wireless charging can affect the plugged in for an extended period the power outlet can cause operation of an implanted of time while the vehicle is off will damage not covered by the pacemaker or other medical drain the battery. Always unplug vehicle warranty. The power devices. If you have one, it is electrical equipment when not in outlets are designed for recommended to consult with use and do not plug in equipment accessory power plugs only, such your doctor before using the that exceeds the maximum as cell phone charge cords. wireless charging system. 20 amp rating. Wireless Charging The vehicle must be on, in Service Certain accessory power plugs may Mode, or Retained Accessory not be compatible with the The vehicle may have a wireless Power (RAP) must be active. The accessory power outlet and could charging pocket outside the armrest wireless charging feature may not overload vehicle or adapter fuses. of the center console. The system correctly indicate charging when the If a problem is experienced, see operates at 145 kHz and wirelessly vehicle is in RAP. See Retained your dealer. charges one Qi compatible mobile Accessory Power (RAP) 0 184. device. The power output of the When adding electrical equipment, system is capable of charging at a The operating temperature is −20 °C be sure to follow the proper rate up to 3 amp (19.5W), as (−4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the installation instructions included with requested by the compatible mobile charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to the equipment. See Add-On device. See Radio Frequency 35 °C (95 °F) for the mobile phone. 0 Electrical Equipment 230. Statement 0 322. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

92 Instruments and Controls To maximize the charge rate, { Warning ensure the is fully seated and centered in the Remove all objects from the holder with nothing under it. charging pocket before charging A thick smartphone case may your mobile phone. Objects, such prevent the wireless charger as coins, keys, rings, paper clips, from working, or may reduce or cards, between the mobile the charging performance. See phone and the charger will your dealer for additional become very hot. On the rare information. occasion that the charging system The smartphone may become does not detect an object, and the warm during charging. This is object gets wedged between the To charge a mobile device: normal. In warmer mobile phone and the charger, temperatures, the speed of remove the mobile phone and 1. Remove all objects from the charging may be reduced. allow the object to cool before charging pocket. The system removing it from the charging may not charge if there are any If W does not appear on the pocket, to prevent burns. objects between the mobile infotainment display: device and charging pocket. 1. Remove the mobile device 2. With the mobile device screen from the pocket and wait facing the driver side, insert the three seconds. device into the charging pocket 2. Turn the mobile device and W will appear on the 180 degrees and insert it back infotainment display. This into the pocket with the screen indicates that the mobile device facing the driver side. is properly positioned and charging. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 93 Software Acknowledgements Freescale-WCT library THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED Certain Wireless Charging Module Copyright (c) 2012-2014 Freescale BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS product from LG Electronics, Inc. Semiconductor, Inc.. All rights AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" ("LGE") contains the open source reserved. AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED software detailed below. Refer to WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT 1. Redistributions of source code NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED the indicated open source licenses must retain the above copyright (as are included following this WARRANTIES OF notice, this list of conditions MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS notice) for the terms and conditions and the following disclaimer. of their use. FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE 2. Redistributions in binary form ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT OSS Notice Information must reproduce the above SHALL THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER To obtain the source code that is copyright notice, this list of OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE contained in this product, please conditions and the following FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, visit http://opensource.lge.com. In disclaimer in the INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, addition to the source code, all documentation and/or other EXEMPLARY, OR referred license terms, warranty materials provided with the CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES disclaimers and copyright notices distribution. (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF are available for download. LG 3. Neither the name of the Electronics will also provide open SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR copyright holder nor the names SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, source code to you on CD-ROM for of its contributors may be used a charge covering the cost of to endorse or promote products performing such distribution (such derived from this software as the cost of media, shipping, and without specific prior written handling) upon email request to permission. [email protected]. This offer is valid for three (3) years from the date on which you purchased the product. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

94 Instruments and Controls OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS Warning Lights, Instrument Cluster INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY Gauges, and The instrument cluster displays a OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN preview of information that includes CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, Indicators electric range, charging, odometer, OR TORT (INCLUDING Warning lights and gauges can and battery status. This happens NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) signal that something is wrong upon entry when the driver door is ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF before it becomes serious enough opened, before starting the vehicle. THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, to cause an expensive repair or This preview will dismiss after EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE replacement. Paying attention to the starting the vehicle or soon after POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. warning lights and gauges could closing the driver door. prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the propulsion system is started to indicate they are working. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Modern English Cluster Shown, Others and Metric Similar Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

96 Instruments and Controls Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster Menu Applications Cluster . Vehicle info. This is where the The cluster layout can be changed. Driver Information Center (DIC) There are three display displays can be viewed. See configurations to choose from: Driver Information Center (DIC) Classic, Modern, and Enhanced. 0 118. Use the steering wheel control to . Audio move between the different display zones and scroll through the . Phone different displays. See “Layout” . Onstar Navigation under Cluster Menu following. “ ” . Layout . Classic configuration displays . Options the speedometer with a Use the right steering wheel control to open and scroll through the simplified battery gauge and Audio efficiency light. different items and displays. In the main view of the Audio Press o to access the cluster . Modern configuration displays application, press w or x to scroll the speedometer with a battery applications. Use w or x to scroll through radio stations or move to gauge and efficiency gauge. through the list of available the next/previous track of a USB/ . Enhanced configuration displays applications. Press V to select the Bluetooth device that is connected the speedometer with battery application, then press p to enter to the vehicle. Press V to select the gauge, efficiency ring, and the application menu. Exit the menu Audio app, then press p to enter power gauge. by pressing o. the Audio menu. In the Audio menu Cluster Menu Not all applications will be available browse for music, select from the on all vehicles. favorites, or change the audio There is an interactive display area source. in the center of the instrument cluster. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 97 Phone Units : Press p while Units is Speedometer displayed to enter the Units menu. In the Phone menu, if there is no The speedometer shows the active phone call, view recent calls, Use w or x to scroll through the vehicle's speed in either kilometers scroll through contacts, or select items. Choose U.S., Metric, per hour (km/h) or miles per from the favorites. If there is an or Imperial by pressing V while the hour (mph). active call, mute or unmute the desired item is highlighted. phone or switch to handset or Speed Warning : The speed Odometer handsfree operation. warning display allows the driver to The odometer shows how far the Onstar Navigation set a speed that they do not want to vehicle has been driven, in either exceed. To set the speed warning, This display is used for OnStar kilometers or miles. press V when Speed Warning is Turn-by-Turn guidance, if equipped. displayed. Press w or x to adjust Trip Odometer Layout the value. Press V to set the speed. The trip odometer shows how far Choose Classic, Modern, Once set, this feature can be turned V the vehicle has been driven since or Enhanced layout by pressing V off by pressing while viewing this the trip odometer was last reset. while the desired item is highlighted. page. If the selected speed limit is The trip odometer is accessed and Exit the Layout menu by exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed and a chime may sound. reset through the Driver Information pressing o. Center (DIC). See Driver Options Help : Press p while Help is Information Center (DIC) 0 118. displayed to enter the Help menu. Press V to select the Options app. Use w or x to scroll through the Use w or x to scroll through the items in the Help menu. items in the Options menu. Exit the Open Source Software : Press V Options menu by pressing o. while Open Source Software is highlighted to display open source software information. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

98 Instruments and Controls Battery Gauge (High The mileage estimate and Max and Driver Efficiency Gauge Min numbers are affected by climate Voltage) control system usage. Estimated range may increase or decrease based on changes in climate control energy consumption. A trend bar on the far left estimates how recent driving habits, conditions, and climate settings are affecting the range prediction. When the high voltage battery state of charge is very low, the estimated range value in the center will change to Low. Max and Min ranges Modern Efficiency Gauge Shown, will no longer be displayed. Classic Similar Enhanced Battery Gauge Additional alerts may display and a This displays the high voltage sound may also be heard at low This gauge is a guide to driving in battery state of charge. The value in state of charge. an efficient manner. the center is an estimate of how far Efficient Driving the vehicle can be driven on the remaining charge based on driving . Classic layout: Keep the gauge habits and conditions learned over and leaf green. several days. . Modern layout: Keep the ball The Max and Min values above and green and in the center of the below the display indicate the gauge. longest and shortest possible range . Enhanced layout: Keep the outer as estimated from current vehicle ring of the speedometer green. conditions and climate settings. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 99 Inefficient Driving/Aggressive The power indicator gauge is on the limited, and a horizontal bar may Braking right side of the display in the display on the gauge, at the level of . Classic layout: The gauge and Enhanced layout. the vehicle’s maximum regenerative leaf turn yellow. This gauge displays the braking power. instantaneous charge and discharge . Modern layout: When driving Seat Belt Reminders inefficiently, the ball turns yellow power flowing either into or out of and moves above the center of the high voltage battery. Maximum Driver Seat Belt Reminder discharge power is available when the gauge. When braking Light aggressively, the ball turns the high voltage battery is fully yellow and moves below the charged. During normal operation, a There is a driver seat belt reminder center of the gauge. slight reduction in discharge power light on the instrument cluster. may occur as the high voltage . Enhanced layout: The outer ring battery state of charge decreases. of the speedometer turns yellow. The power indicator gauge value shows the instantaneous power Power Indicator Gauge used by the battery. Regenerative Braking When regenerative braking is active, When the vehicle is started, this the regen battery icon with arrows light flashes and a chime may come appears green. The power indicator on to remind the driver to fasten gauge value shows the amount of their seat belt. Then the light stays instantaneous power being on solid until the belt is buckled. regenerated. This cycle may continue several Regenerative Power Limited times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the Regenerative power may be limited vehicle is moving. when the high voltage battery is near full charge or cold. The regen battery icon will appear gray when Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

100 Instruments and Controls If the driver seat belt is buckled, The front passenger seat belt The airbag readiness light comes on neither the light nor the chime reminder light and chime may turn for several seconds when the comes on. on if an object is put on the seat vehicle is started. If the light does such as a briefcase, handbag, not come on then, have it fixed Passenger Seat Belt Reminder grocery bag, or other electronic immediately. Light device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove the object There is a passenger seat belt { Warning reminder light near the passenger from the seat or buckle the airbag status indicator. seat belt. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or Airbag Readiness Light comes on while driving, it means This light shows if there is an the airbag system might not be electrical problem with the airbag working properly. The airbags in system. The system check includes the vehicle might not inflate in a the airbag sensor(s), passenger crash, or they could even inflate sensing system, the pretensioners without a crash. To help avoid When the vehicle is started, this (if equipped), the airbag modules, injury, have the vehicle serviced light flashes and a chime may come the wiring, and the crash sensing right away. on to remind passengers to fasten and diagnostic module. their seat belt. Then the light stays If there is a problem with the airbag on solid until the belt is buckled. system, a Driver Information Center This cycle continues several times if (DIC) message may also come on. the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. Passenger Airbag Status If the passenger seat belt is Indicator buckled, neither the chime nor the The vehicle has a passenger light comes on. sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 53 for important Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 101 safety information. The overhead If the word ON or the on symbol is console has a passenger airbag lit on the passenger airbag status Warning (Continued) status indicator. indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag have the vehicle serviced right and knee airbag are allowed to away. See Airbag Readiness inflate. Light 0 100 for more information, including important safety If the word OFF or the off symbol is information. lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the United States passenger sensing system has Charging System Light turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee (12-Volt Battery) airbag. If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the Canada passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. When the vehicle is started, the The charging system light comes on passenger airbag status indicator briefly when the vehicle is started, will light ON and OFF, or the symbol { Warning as a check to show the light is for on and off, for several seconds working. as a system check. Then, after If the airbag readiness light ever several seconds, the status comes on and stays on, it means If the light stays on, or comes on indicator will light either ON or OFF, that something may be wrong while driving, there could be a or the on or off symbol to let you with the airbag system. To help problem with the electrical charging know the status of the front avoid injury to yourself or others, system. Have it checked by your dealer. Driving while this light is on outboard passenger frontal airbag (Continued) and knee airbag. could drain the 12-volt battery. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

102 Instruments and Controls If a short distance must be driven Brake System Warning with the light on, be sure to turn off { Warning all accessories, such as the radio. Light The brake system might not be Service Vehicle Soon working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Light Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after Metric English the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, This light should come on briefly have the vehicle towed for when the vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on then, have it fixed service. This light comes on if a condition so it will be ready to warn you if exists that may require the vehicle there is a problem. Electric Parking Brake to be taken in for service. If the light comes on and stays on at Light If the light comes on, take the start up, there is a brake problem. vehicle to your dealer for service as Have the brake system inspected soon as possible. right away. If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. The brake pedal might be harder to push, or the brake pedal may go Metric English closer to the floor. It could take longer to stop. If the light is still on, This light comes on when the have the vehicle towed for service. parking brake is applied. If the light See Towing the Vehicle 0 287. flashes and stays on after the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 103 parking brake is released, or while soon as possible. See Electric will still work, but the antilock driving, there is a problem with the Parking Brake 0 192. A message will not work. If the regular brake Electric Parking Brake system. may also display in the Driver system warning light is also on, the If the light does not come on, Information Center (DIC). antilock brakes will not work and or remains flashing, see your dealer. there is a problem with the regular Antilock Brake System brakes. (ABS) Warning Light Service Electric Parking Sport Mode Light Brake Light

The ABS warning light will come on briefly when the vehicle is started. This light comes on when Sport The Service Electric Parking brake Mode is selected. light should come on briefly when This is normal. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed so it will starting the vehicle. If it does not Lane Keep Assist (LKA) come on, have the vehicle serviced be ready to warn if there is a by your dealer. problem. Light If this light stays on, there is a If the light stays on or comes on problem with a system on the while driving, stop as soon as vehicle that is causing the parking possible and turn the vehicle off. brake system to work at a reduced Then start the vehicle again to reset level. The vehicle can still be driven, the system. If the light still stays on, but should be taken to a dealer as or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. See your dealer. If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the brakes Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

104 Instruments and Controls After the vehicle is started, this light Vehicle Ahead Indicator See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) turns off and stays off if LKA has not System 0 207. been turned on or is unavailable. If equipped, this light is white if LKA Traction Off Light is turned on, but not ready to assist. This light is green if LKA is turned on and is ready to assist. LKA may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle If equipped, this indicator will approaches a detected lane display green when a vehicle is marking. The LKA light is amber detected ahead and amber when when assisting. you are following a vehicle ahead This light comes on briefly while much too closely. starting the vehicle. If it does not, This light flashes amber as a Lane have the vehicle serviced by your Departure Warning (LDW) alert, to Pedestrian Ahead dealer. If the system is working indicate that the lane marking has normally, the indicator light then been crossed. Indicator turns off. LKA will not assist or alert if the turn The traction off light comes on when signal is active in the direction of the Traction Control System (TCS) lane departure, or if LKA detects has been turned off by pressing and that you are accelerating, braking, releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak or actively steering. button. 0 See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 211. This light and the StabiliTrak OFF If equipped, this indicator will light come on when StabiliTrak is display amber when a nearby turned off. pedestrian is detected in front of the If the TCS is off, wheel is not vehicle. limited. Adjust driving accordingly. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 105 StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System Tire Pressure Light (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light

This light comes on briefly while For vehicles with the Tire Pressure starting the vehicle. If it does not, This light comes on briefly when the Monitor System (TPMS), this light have the vehicle serviced by your vehicle is started. comes on briefly when the vehicle is dealer. started. It provides information If the light does not come on, have about tire pressures and the TPMS. This light comes on when the the vehicle serviced by your dealer. StabiliTrak system is turned off. If the system is working normally, When the Light is On Steady If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction the indicator light turns off. Control System (TCS) is also off. This indicates that one or more of If the light is on and not flashing, the the tires are significantly If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak/ underinflated. system does not assist in controlling Electronic Stability Control system A message in the Driver Information the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and have been disabled. the StabiliTrak systems, and the Center (DIC) may also display. Stop warning light turns off. If the indicator/warning light is on as soon as possible, and inflate the and flashing, the TCS and/or the tires to the pressure value shown on See Traction Control/Electronic StabiliTrak/ESC system is actively the Tire and Loading Information 0 Stability Control 194. working. label. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

106 Instruments and Controls When the Light Flashes First and Vehicle Ready Light IntelliBeam Light Then Is On Steady This indicates that there may be a problem with the TPMS. The light flashes for about one minute and stays on steady until the vehicle is off. This sequence repeats each time the vehicle is started. The vehicle ready light comes on This light comes on when the Security Light whenever the vehicle is ready to be IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is driven. enabled. High-Beam On Light Lamps On Reminder

The security light should come on briefly as the vehicle is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the This light comes on when the This light comes on when the system is working normally, the high-beam headlamps are in use. exterior lamps are in use. indicator light turns off. If the light stays on and the vehicle does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 107 Cruise Control Light Information Displays Programmable Charging Important Information about Power Flows Portable Charging To view the Power Flow screen on . Charging an electric vehicle can the infotainment display, touch stress a building’s electrical Energy and then touch Flow. system more than a typical household appliance. The cruise control light is white . Before plugging in to any when the cruise control is on and electrical outlet, have a qualified ready, and turns green when the electrician inspect and verify the cruise control is set and active. electrical system (electrical The light turns off when the cruise outlet, wiring, junctions, and control is turned off. See Cruise protection devices) for Control 0 196. heavy-duty service at a 10 amp continuous load. Door Ajar Light The Power Flow screen indicates . Electrical outlets may wear out the current operating condition. The with normal usage or may be screen shows energy flow to and damaged over time, making from the high voltage battery while them unsuitable for electric the vehicle is being driven. These vehicle charging. components will be highlighted . Check the electrical outlet/plug when they are active. while charging and discontinue use if the electrical outlet/plug is This light comes on when a door is hot, then have the electrical open or not securely latched. outlet serviced by a qualified electrician. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

108 Instruments and Controls . When outdoors, plug into an Charge Mode Selection electrical outlet that is Danger (Continued) weatherproof while in use. . Do not use an electrical . Mount the charge to reduce outlet that is not properly strain on the electrical grounded. outlet/plug. . Do not use an electrical . Do not place the charge cord in outlet that is on a circuit with a position where it is expected to other electrical loads. be submerged in water. See Plug-In Charging 0 214. { Danger Programmable Charging Immediate : The vehicle starts Improper use of portable electric Modes charging as soon as it is connected vehicle charge cords may cause to an electrical outlet. This is the a fire, electrical shock, or burns, To view the current charge mode only mode available at DC charging and may result in damage to status in the infotainment display, stations. See Plug-In Charging touch Energy and then touch property, serious injury, or death. 0 214. Charging. . Do not use extension cords, The charge Start and Complete time multi-outlet power strips, estimations are also displayed. splitters, grounding These estimates are most accurate adaptors, surge protectors, when the vehicle is plugged in and or similar devices. in moderate temperature conditions. . Do not use an electrical Also, to get an accurate time outlet that is worn or estimate, the vehicle uses an damaged, or will not hold internal clock for Programmable the plug firmly in place. Charging, not the clock in the center (Continued) stack. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 109 Departure : The vehicle will 2. The current programmed . 12 amps schedule charging to complete by departure time is displayed on . 8 amps the programmed departure time. the tab with the day of the The vehicle estimates the charging week. Select the tab for the Exact current levels may vary from schedule based on programmed day of the week to be edited. the values shown in this manual. departure times, charge rate limits, Check the vehicle for the current 3. Touch + or - to change the available levels. When the vehicle is electric rate preference and hours and minutes. schedule, and priority charging plugged into a , the settings. If there is not sufficient 4. Touch y or z to change AM Portable Cord Limit option on the time after the charge cord is or PM. Charge Mode tab will not be plugged in, the vehicle will not be available. 5. Touch 0 to exit the screen. fully charged by the departure time. The Portable Cord Limit can be Departure Time Entry Portable Cord Limit Selection changed and saved using Location The Portable Cord Limit setting Based Charging settings. The The Departure charge mode allows default value is the lower Portable allows the vehicle’s charge current for the departure time to be entered Cord Limit. The Portable Cord Limit to match your personal schedule. to be selected so it matches the capability of the charging location. will reset to the lower value when 1. With Departure charge mode If the vehicle consistently stops the vehicle is shifted from P (Park) selected, touch Edit. charging after being plugged in, or if unless the Location Based Charging a circuit breaker continues to trip, feature is active and set to retain reducing to a lower Portable Cord this preference. See “Location Limit setting may resolve the issue. Based Charging” later in this section. The Portable Cord Limit setting should be configured to match the electrical current rating for the electrical outlet that the charge cord is connected to. On the Charge Mode tab, toggle the Portable Cord Limit selection between: Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

110 Instruments and Controls Electric Rate Preference Selection . Cost Optimized All Rates: { Warning From the Charge Mode tab on the Charge during Peak, Mid-Peak, and Off-Peak Rates. Using a charge level that exceeds Charging screen with Departure the electrical circuit or electrical charge mode selected, touch More Charging begins at the start time outlet capacity may start a fire or to select the Electric Rate and is complete by the departure damage the electrical circuit. Use Preference. time only if sufficient time is allowed the lowest charge level until a after the charge cord is plugged in. For example, if the vehicle is qualified electrician inspects the plugged in for only one hour prior to electrical circuit capacity. Use the the departure time, and the battery lowest charge level if the is completely discharged, the electrical circuit or electrical outlet vehicle will not be fully charged by capacity is not known. the departure time regardless of the rate selection. Electric Rate Preference Also, if the selected electric rate settings result in a very long charge The vehicle estimates the charging Touch one of the following options start time based on the utility rate completion time, the vehicle will to select the Electric Rate start charging immediately upon schedule, utility rate preference, and Preference: programmed departure time for the plug-in. For example, if the electric current day of the week. The vehicle . Off: Delay charging based on rate table is set up with all Peak will charge during the least departure. rates and the rate preference is to charge during Off-Peak rates only, expensive rate periods to achieve a . Off-Peak Only: Charge during then the vehicle will start charging full battery charge by the departure Off-Peak Rates. time. Electrical rate information from immediately upon plug-in. the utility company for the charging . Cost Optimized Off- and location is required for this mode. Mid-Peak: Charge during If the selected charge mode is Mid-Peak and Off-Peak Rates. Departure, then electric rate preference selection will display. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 111 Electric Rate Schedule low, the rates are usually lower and Edit Summer/Winter Schedule From the Charge Mode tab on the are called Off-Peak rates. In some Start Date Charging screen with Departure areas, a Mid-Peak rate is offered. With Summer/Winter as the charge mode selected, touch Edit Contact the utility company to obtain preferred rate schedule, touch Edit next to Electric Rate Preference. the rate schedule for your area. The on the Summer tab next to the summer and winter start dates must dates. be established to use a summer/ winter schedule.

Select one of the following for the Charge Completion option: 1. Touch + or - to change the month and day for the start of . Earliest Possible Touch Edit Electric Rate Schedule Summer. . Latest Possible from the Electric Rate Schedule 2. Select the Winter tab. Edit Electric Rate Schedule screen and select the desired schedule. 3. Touch + or - to change the Electric rates, or cost per unit, may month and day for the start of vary based on time, weekday/ . Yearly Winter. weekend, and season. During the . Summer/Winter 4. Touch 0 to exit the screen. day when the demand for electricity is high, the rates are usually higher and called Peak rates. At night when the demand for electricity is Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

112 Instruments and Controls Edit Electric Rate Schedule . Weekends are Saturday 4. Select Peak, Mid-Peak, Electric rate information from the and Sunday and use the or Off-Peak. Use + or - to enter utility company for the charging same rate schedule. the time, and y or z to location is required. Both weekday and change AM or PM. 1. Touch Edit Electric Rate weekend schedules must The finish times must be Schedule from the Electric be set. The rate schedule consecutive. If a finish time Rate Schedule screen and only applies for a 24-hour does not follow a start time, an select the desired schedule. period, starting at 12 AM error message displays. and ending at 12 AM. There can be five rate changes for 5. Touch OK. each day; not all must Priority Charging be used. The priority charging feature will Select Weekday or work when the Departure charge Weekend. mode is selected. This feature is 3. Touch Set next to the row to be designed to ensure that the high edited. voltage battery has a minimal amount of energy prior to delaying a Yearly Shown, Summer/Winter charge. Upon completion of priority Similar charging, the vehicle will return to normal Programmable Charging operation. 2. Touch Edit in the lower right The feature can be enabled/ corner of the screen to edit the disabled by selecting On/Off from electric rate schedule. the Charge Mode tab on the . Weekdays are Monday Charging screen when the through Friday and use the Yearly Shown, Summer/Winter Departure charge mode is selected. same rate schedule. Similar When enabled, Priority Charging will only prevent Programmable Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 113 Charging while the high voltage Target Charge Level battery is recharged from a depleted This mode allows the charging state to a 40% state of charge. range for the vehicle to be set Temporary Charge Mode based on what is needed. When at Override and Cancel a public pay station and a full charge is not needed, the target Programmed delayed charge modes charge level can be set to only get can be temporarily overridden to an as much range as needed. immediate charge mode for one charge cycle. Also, the next planned Select: If driving on a hill, the target charge departure time can be temporarily level can be set to stop the charge . Immediate: Charge immediately overridden for one charge cycle. In before the battery is full to allow at plug in. addition to the in-vehicle overrides space for energy from regenerative via the programmable charging . Temporary Departure: Set the braking when going down a hill. screens, there are other ways to temporary departure time. There is a minimum target charge temporarily override a delayed . Off: Cancel Temporary level. Once this level is reached, – charge mode. See Plug-In Charging Charge mode. will be grayed out. 0 214. Target Charge Level can also be set Temporary Override of a Delayed separately for Location-Based Charge Mode Home and Away locations. The Temporary Override provides If available, the Home and Away the ability to set temporary charge buttons will appear on the screen. items for the next charge cycle. Touch the Target Charge Level tab Touch the Temporary Override tab on the Charging screen. on the Charging screen. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

114 Instruments and Controls customer’s preference every time the vehicle is returned to the saved home location. When the vehicle is not at the saved home location, then the vehicle will default to the lower limit of Portable Cord Limit Preference, and the Charge Mode will be set to Immediate. When Location Based Charging is on and Touch + or – to increase or If the Target Charge Level is higher the vehicle is away from the saved decrease the charge level. than 80%, fast charging on the home location, then the selection for instrument cluster will show a solid the delayed charge modes will be line to 80%, a shaded line up to the disabled and the selection will be Target Charge Level, and the time grayed out. to complete 80%. After 90 days, a notification will If the Target Charge Level is less display and the Portable Cord Limit than 80%, fast charging on the Preference will need to be reset for instrument cluster will show a the next 90 days. See “Important shaded line up to the Target Charge Information about Portable Electric Level and the time to complete. Vehicle Charging” earlier in this section. Target Charge Level defaults to A reminder will be displayed on the When the GPS location is not Instrument Cluster to show Target 100% if the 12-volt battery becomes discharged. available, dashes will be displayed Charge Level set. and Location Based Charging will Location Based Charging be disabled until the GPS is With Location Based Charging restored. enabled, the Charge Mode and Portable Cord Limit Preference are saved and set back to the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 115 Using Location Based Charging Charging Interrupted or See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 To use Location Based Charging, a Overridden Pop-Up 228. home location must first be stored. Programmable Charging To store a home location: Disabled 1. From the Energy Home screen, When the Programmable Charging touch Charging Options. system is disabled, the Unable to 2. Touch Location Based Charge screen will display. Charging. If the Programmable Charging 3. Touch Set Home Location [. system is consistently disabled, see your dealer. 4. Touch OK. 5. Touch On to enable Location The Charging Interrupted or Energy Information Based Charging. Overridden pop-up will appear if any of the following conditions occur: To view Energy Detail, Range To change the stored home location: Impacts, and Efficiency History, . The Charging Options have 1. Touch Update Home Location touch Energy on the infotainment been updated via the mobile display, and then touch Information. [ on the Location Based app. For example, the Departure Touch h or k to go to the next Charging screen. Time Tables, the Rate Tables, screen. 2. Touch Update, then OK to set or the Charge Mode were the new home location. updated using the customer website (available in select . Touch Cancel to make no regions). See KeyPass. changes. . There was an unintended loss of . Touch Remove to clear the AC power during the plug-in location and turn Location charge event. For example, Based Charging off. there was a power outage or the charge cord was unplugged from the wall. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

116 Instruments and Controls Energy Detail Range Impacts . Terrain includes road conditions, such as hills, rain, and snow. External factors like wind will also positively or negatively impact Terrain. Low tire pressure will worsen Terrain performance. . Climate Settings includes how the heating and air conditioning are used. Using Fan Only settings will help reduce climate setting losses. See “Climate This screen displays how energy is This screen provides an estimate of Controls”. being used since the last time the the factors that influence energy high voltage battery was fully usage since the last full charge of . Outside Temperature includes charged. It includes Driving and the high voltage battery. Each factor the effect that hot or cold Accessories, Climate Settings, and is evaluated for energy gains or ambient temperature has on the Battery Conditioning. The circle losses, and the total equivalent battery performance and graph displays these percentages. distance is indicated by the value on propulsion system efficiency. Energy Used and Distance Traveled the right side of the screen. All The individual vehicle range impacts are also displayed. values are reset after a complete provide an understanding of how charge. energy usage is different from day . Technique includes speed, to day, even when traveling the acceleration, and braking. Lower same route. speeds will increase electric vehicle technique miles, while higher speeds will reduce them. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 117 Efficiency History Charging Options . Displayed Charge Times: Determines which charge times are displayed on the Charge Mode Status screen when the vehicle is unplugged. Select Portable Cord or Charge Station based on user preference. . Location Based Charging: Allows the charging settings to be remembered at the saved GPS coordinates for the home This screen displays a graph location. See “Location Based showing the energy efficiency that To view and change the Charging Options, touch Energy and then Charging” in Programmable has been used over the last 50 km Charging 0 107. (50 mi). The Present point provides touch Charging Options. Use the the average energy efficiency for arrows to scroll through the list, . Departure Charging: Allows the current 5 km (5 mi). or hold and drag the list. delayed charging to match a scheduled departure time. See Touch Reset to clear the The following list of menu items may be available: “Departure Time Entry” in history data. Programmable Charging 0 107. . Portable Cord Limit: Allows the vehicle’s charge current to be . Utility Rate Charging: Allows selected so it matches the charging during the least capability of the charging expensive rate periods to location when using the portable achieve a full battery charge by cord. See “Portable Cord Limit the departure time. The vehicle Selection” in Programmable estimates the charging start time Charging 0 107. based on the utility rate schedule, utility rate preference, and programmed departure time Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

118 Instruments and Controls for the current day of the week. infotainment display will ask if See “Electric Rate Schedule” in the radio should enter Low Programmable Charging 0 107. Power Mode. Touch Yes or No. . Energy Summary Pop-Up : Low Power Mode Allows the feature to be set to To enter Low Power Mode manually: On or Off. O . Charge Status Feedback : 1. Press and hold . A message Allows the feature to be set to will show on the infotainment Horn Chirps or Off. display asking if the radio should enter Low Power Mode. . Charge Cord Theft Alert : Allows an alert to sound when 2. Touch Yes. The screen will the vehicle is locked and the turn off. charge cord is unplugged. Set 3. Press O again to turn the w or x : Press to move up or the charge cord theft alert. radio on. down in a list. . Charge Power Loss Alert : or : Press to move between Allows an alert to sound when o p Driver Information the interactive display zones in the the vehicle is charging and loses Center (DIC) cluster. power at the electrical outlet. Set the feature to On or Off. The DIC is displayed in the V : Press to open a menu or select instrument cluster. It shows the . Radio Power Down : Allows a menu item. Press and hold to status of many vehicle systems. The reset values on certain screens. automatic conservation of high controls for the DIC are on the right voltage battery power based on steering wheel control. See DIC Info Page Options the level of battery charge. Instrument Cluster 0 94. Select Off, 2%, 4%, 6%, 8%, The info pages on the DIC can be or 10%. When the selected high turned on or off through the voltage battery power level is Options menu. reached, a message on the 1. Press o to access the cluster applications. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 119 2. Press w or x to scroll to the Trip and Average Electrical Tire Pressure : Shows the Options application. Energy Economy : The Trip display approximate pressures of all four shows the current distance traveled, tires. Tire pressure is displayed in 3. Press V to enter the in either kilometers (km) or either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds Options menu. miles (mi), since the trip odometer per square inch (psi). If the pressure 4. Scroll to Info Pages and was last reset. The trip odometer is low, the value for that tire is press p. can be reset by pressing and shown in amber. holding V while this display is Average Speed : Shows the 5. Press w or x to move through active. average speed of the vehicle in the list of possible information The Average Electrical Energy kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles displays. Economy display shows the per hour (mph). This average is 6. Press V while an item is approximate average kWh per calculated based on the various highlighted to select or 100 kilometers (kWh/100 km) or vehicle speeds recorded since the deselect that item. When an miles per kWh. This number is last reset of this value. The average item is selected, a checkmark calculated based on the number of speed can be reset by pressing and will appear next to it. kWh/100 km recorded since the last holding V while this display is time this menu item was reset. This active. DIC Info Pages number reflects only the The following is the list of all approximate average electrical possible DIC info page displays. energy economy that the vehicle Some may not be available for your has right now, and will change as particular vehicle. Some items may driving conditions change. The not be turned on by default but can Average Electrical Energy Economy be turned on through the Options can be reset along with the trip app. See “DIC Info Page Options” odometer by pressing and holding V earlier in this section. while this display is active. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

120 Instruments and Controls Timer : This display can be used as . Brakes V Vehicle Messages a timer. To start the timer, press . Ride Control Systems while this display is active. The Messages displayed on the DIC display will show the amount of time indicate the status of the vehicle or . Driver Assistance Systems that has passed since the timer was some action that may be needed to . Cruise Control last reset. To stop the timer, press V correct a condition. Multiple messages may appear one after . Lighting and Bulb Replacement briefly while this display is active another. and the timer is running. To reset . Wiper/Washer Systems the timer to zero, press and hold V The messages that do not require . Doors and Windows while this display is active. immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by . Seat Belts Follow Distance Indicator : The pressing V. The messages that . Airbag Systems current follow time to the vehicle ahead is displayed as a time value require immediate action cannot be . Propulsion and cleared until that action is on this page. performed. . Tire Pressure Blank Page : The Blank Page All messages should be taken . Battery display allows for no information to seriously; clearing the message be displayed in the cluster info does not correct the problem. Propulsion Power display areas. If a SERVICE message appears, Messages see your dealer. PROPULSION POWER IS Follow the instructions given in the REDUCED messages. The system displays messages regarding the following This message displays when the topics: propulsion power is reduced and can affect the ability to accelerate. . Service Messages The vehicle may be driven at a . Fluid Levels reduced speed while this message is on, but maximum acceleration . Vehicle Security and speed may be reduced. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 121 This message is most commonly Vehicle Personalization Menu displayed when the high voltage The following list of menu items may battery charge level is low. The Personalization be available: vehicle is limiting power to maximize Use the audio system controls to range. . Time and Date access the personalization menus This message can display after the for customizing vehicle features. . Rear Seat Reminder vehicle is parked during extreme The following are all possible . Language (Language) cold conditions without being personalization features. Depending plugged in. While driving the vehicle . Teen Driver on the vehicle, some may not be with this message displayed, the available. . Radio Settings vehicle speed may be reduced until the high voltage battery is { : Press to access the . Vehicle conditioned. Home Page. . Devices Vehicle Speed Messages T : Touch to access the Icon view. . Device Remote Access Y : Drag the scroll bar to navigate . Bluetooth Phone SPEED LIMITED TO XXX the list. . Apple CarPlay KM/H (MPH) 0 : Touch to exit or return to the . This message shows that the previous screen or menu. vehicle speed has been limited to . KeyPass To access the menu: the speed displayed. The limited . USB Auto Launch speed is a protection for various 1. Touch T. propulsion and vehicle systems, . Wi-Fi such as lubrication, thermal, brakes, 2. Touch Settings. . Display Settings suspension, Teen Driver if 3. Touch the menu item to . Rear Camera equipped, or tires. select it. . Return to Factory Settings Each of the menus is detailed in the following information. . Audible Touch Feedback . Text Scroll Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

122 Instruments and Controls . Software Information Radio Settings Select Low, Medium, or High. Each menu is detailed in the To manage the radio features, see Auto Heated Seats following information. Radio Settings under Settings “ ” When set to On and it is cold 0 157. Time and Date outside, both the heated seats and the heated steering wheel will Manually set the time and date. See Vehicle 0 automatically turn on when the Clock 90. Select and the following may vehicle is started. See Automatic display: Rear Seat Reminder Climate Control System 0 163. . Climate and Air Quality This message displays under Select Off or On. . Comfort and Convenience certain conditions indicating there Auto Defog may be an item or passenger in the . Collision / Detection Systems rear seat. Check before exiting the When set to On, the front defog will vehicle. . Lighting automatically come on when the . Power Door Locks vehicle is started. See Automatic This feature allows for a chime and Climate Control System 0 163. a message when the rear door has . Remote Lock / Unlock / Start been opened before or during Select Off or On. Climate and Air Quality operation of the vehicle. Comfort and Convenience Select Off or On. Select and the following may display: Select and the following may Language (Language) display: . Auto Fan Speed Select Language, then select from . Chime Volume . Auto Heated Seats the available language(s). . Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear . Auto Defog Teen Driver Chime Volume Auto Fan Speed See Teen Driver 0 158. This allows the selection of the This feature will set the maximum chime volume level. auto fan speed. Select + or − to adjust the volume. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 123 Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. . Vehicle Locator Lights This allows the feature to be turned Front Pedestrian Detection . Exit Lighting on or off. See Rear Window Wiper/ Washer 0 88. This allows the feature’s notification Vehicle Locator Lights to be customized. Select Off or On. This feature will flash the exterior Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. lamps and allows some of the Collision / Detection Systems exterior lamps and most of the Park Assist Select and the following may interior lamps to turn on briefly when display: This allows the feature to be turned K on the Remote Keyless Entry on or off. (RKE) transmitter is pressed to . Forward Collision System Select Off or On. locate the vehicle. . Front Pedestrian Detection Rear Cross Traffic Alert Select Off or On. . Park Assist This allows the Rear Cross Traffic Exit Lighting . Rear Cross Traffic Alert Alert feature to be turned on or off. This allows the selection of how . Lane Change Alert Select Off or On. See Assistance long the exterior lamps stay on when leaving the vehicle when it is Forward Collision System Systems for Parking or Backing 0 200. dark outside. This setting controls the vehicle Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 response when detecting a vehicle Lane Change Alert Seconds, or 120 Seconds. ahead of you. The Off setting This allows the Lane Change Alert disables all Forward Collision Alert feature to be turned on or off. Power Door Locks (FCA) and Automatic Emergency Select and the following may Braking (AEB) functions. With the Select Off or On. See Lane Change 0 display: Alert and Brake setting, both FCA Alert (LCA) 209. and AEB are available. The Alert Lighting . Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out setting disables AEB. See . Auto Door Unlock Automatic Emergency Braking Select and the following may (AEB) 0 205. display: . Delayed Door Lock Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

124 Instruments and Controls Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Remote Start Auto Heat Seats When on, this feature will keep the . Passive Door Unlock If equipped and turned on, this driver door from locking when the . Passive Door Lock feature will turn the heated seats on door is open. If Off is selected, the when using remote start on Delayed Door Lock menu will be . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert cold days. available. Remote Unlock Light Feedback If equipped with auto heated Select Off or On. When on, the exterior lamps will steering wheel, this feature will turn on when the remote start auto Auto Door Unlock flash when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. heated seats turn on. This allows selection of which of the Select Off or On. doors will automatically unlock when Select Off or Flash Lights. the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). Remote Lock Feedback Passive Door Unlock Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. This allows selection of what type of This allows the selection of what doors will unlock when using the Delayed Door Lock feedback is given when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. button on the outside driver door When on, this feature will delay the handle to unlock the vehicle. locking of the doors. To override the Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Only, or Horn Only. Select All Doors or Driver delay, press the power door lock Door Only. switch on the door. Remote Door Unlock Passive Door Lock Select Off or On. This allows selection of which doors K This allows passive locking to be Remote Lock / Unlock / Start will unlock when pressing on the turned on or off and selects Select and the following may RKE transmitter. feedback. display: Select All Doors or Driver Door. Select Off, On with Horn . Remote Unlock Light Feedback Chirp, or On. . Remote Lock Feedback . Remote Door Unlock Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 125 Remote Left in Vehicle Alert . Resync Device Contacts KeyPass (If Equipped) This feature sounds an alert when My Number Select and the following may the RKE transmitter is left in the display: vehicle. This menu also enables This displays the phone number of KeyPass Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert. the connected Bluetooth device. . Manage KeyPass Devices Select Off or On. Privacy . KeyPass Devices This allows call alerts to appear on the infotainment display. This feature allows to This shows status of the connected Select Off or On. be connected to the vehicle. device. Select to turn Off or On. Touch Add Device if a device needs Sort Contacts to be added. Touch to sort by first or last name. Manage KeyPass Devices Device Remote Access Resync Device Contacts Select to manage smartphones. Smartphones must be on for this This will allow devices to control This resyncs the contacts on the feature to be accessed. system functionality and phone. access data. USB Auto Launch Apple CarPlay Select Off or On. This allows Android and Apple This feature allows Apple devices to CarPlay devices to automatically Bluetooth Phone be connected to the infotainment connect when plugged into the system through a USB port. This allows the connected Bluetooth USB port. phone to be configured. See Select Off or On. Select Off or On. Bluetooth Phone in Settings 0 157. “ ” Android Auto . My Number Wi-Fi This feature allows Android devices . Privacy Select and the following may to be connected to the infotainment display: . Sort Contacts system through a USB port. . Wi-Fi Select Off or On. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

126 Instruments and Controls . Manage Wi-Fi Networks . Symbols Restore Radio Settings Wi-Fi . Guidelines This allows radio settings preferences to be restored to the This feature allows for a connection Symbols default. to available protected Wi-Fi Select to turn Off or On. networks in range of the vehicle to Select Continue or Cancel. be turned off or on. Guidelines Audible Touch Feedback Select Off or On. Select to turn Off or On. Select to turn Off or On. Manage Wi-Fi Networks Return to Factory Settings Text Scroll Select to manage a list of available Select and the following may Select to turn Off or On. protected networks. Wi-Fi must be display: set to On for this feature to be Software Information accessed. . Reset Vehicle Settings . Clear All Private Data Select and the following may Display Settings display: . Restore Radio Settings Select and the following choices will . Open Source display: Reset Vehicle Settings . Software Update . Blue Sky This allows vehicle settings to be reset. . Update Preference . Sunset Orange Select Continue or Cancel. Open Source . Black Eclipse Clear All Private Data Select to view the infotainment Choose one of these options to system current software information. change the display settings. This allows all private information from the vehicle to be cleared. Software Update Rear Camera Select Continue or Cancel. This allows the ability to search for Select and the following may available vehicle software updates display: when connectivity is available through the vehicle’s built Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Instruments and Controls 127 in OnStar connection, if equipped, or a secure Wi-Fi , such as a mobile hotspot, home or public network. Applicable data rates may apply. Update Preference Select to download new vehicle software updates in the background. Select Off or On. Software downloads require Internet connectivity through the vehicle’s built-in OnStar connection, if equipped, or a secure Wi-Fi hotspot, such as a mobile hotspot, home or public network. Applicable data rates may apply. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

128 Lighting Lighting Features Exterior Lighting Lighting Entry Lighting ...... 134 Exit Lighting ...... 134 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Battery Power Protection . . . . . 134 Exterior Lighting Battery Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 128 Saver ...... 134 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...... 130 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...... 130 Flash-to-Pass ...... 130 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 130 Automatic Headlamp System ...... 131 The exterior lamp control is on the Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 131 instrument panel to the left of the Turn and Lane-Change steering column. Signals ...... 132 O : Turns the exterior lamps off and Interior Lighting deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn Instrument Panel Illumination O Control ...... 132 to again to reactivate the Courtesy Lamps ...... 132 AUTO mode. Dome Lamps ...... 133 In Canada, the headlamps will Reading Lamps ...... 133 automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Lighting 129 ; : Turns on the parking lamps Turning On and Enabling Keep this area of the windshield including all lamps, except the IntelliBeam clear of debris to allow for best headlamps. The instrument panel system performance. lights also turn on. The high-beam headlamps remain 5 : Turns on the headlamps on, under the automatic control, together with the parking lamps and until one of the following situations instrument panel lights. occurs: The system detects an IntelliBeam System . approaching vehicle’s If equipped, this system turns the headlamps. vehicle's high-beam headlamps on . The system detects a preceding and off according to surrounding vehicle’s taillamps. traffic conditions. To enable the IntelliBeam system, press b on the turn signal lever . The outside light is bright The system turns the high-beam when the exterior lamp control is in enough that high-beam headlamps on when it is dark 5 headlamps are not required. enough and there is no other traffic the AUTO or position. present. Driving with IntelliBeam . The vehicle's speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph). The system only activates the high The IntelliBeam system is beams when driving over 40 km/h . disabled by the button on (25 mph). the turn signal lever. If this The blue high-beam on light happens, press b on the turn appears on the instrument cluster signal lever when the exterior when the high beams are on. lamp control is in the AUTO or This light comes on in the There is a sensor near the top 5 position. instrument cluster when the center of the windshield that IntelliBeam system is enabled. automatically controls the system. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

130 Lighting The instrument cluster light will . The vehicle is loaded such that come on to indicate the the front end points upward, IntelliBeam system is causing the light sensor to aim reactivated. high and not detect headlamps The high beams may not turn off and taillamps. automatically if the system cannot . Driving on winding or hilly roads. This indicator light turns on in the detect another vehicle's lamps The IntelliBeam system may need to instrument cluster when the because of any of the following: be disabled if any of the above high-beam headlamps are on. . The other vehicle’s lamps are conditions exist. missing, damaged, obstructed from view, or otherwise Exterior Lamps Off Flash-to-Pass undetected. Reminder To flash the high beams, pull the . The other vehicle‘s lamps are turn signal lever toward you, and covered with dirt, snow, and/or A warning chime sounds if the driver release. road spray. door is opened while the vehicle is off and the exterior lamps are on. Daytime Running . The other vehicle’s lamps cannot be detected due to dense Headlamp High/ Lamps (DRL) exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road Low-Beam Changer DRL can make it easier for others to spray, mist, or other airborne see the front of your vehicle during obstructions. Push the turn signal lever away the day. Fully functional DRL are . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, from you and release, to turn the required on all vehicles first sold in cracked, or obstructed by high beams on. To return to low Canada. something that blocks the view beams, push the lever again or pull it toward you and release. The DRL system comes on in of the light sensor. daylight when the following conditions are met: . The power button is on. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Lighting 131 . The exterior lamp control is Lights On with Wipers in AUTO. If the windshield wipers are . The light sensor determines it is activated in daylight with the vehicle daytime. on, and the exterior lamp control is . The vehicle is not in P (Park). in AUTO, the headlamps, parking lamps, and other exterior lamps When the DRL are on, the taillamps, come on. The transition time for the sidemarker lamps, instrument panel lamps coming on varies based on lights, and other lamps will not wiper speed. When the wipers are be on. not operating, these lamps turn off. The DRL turn off when the Move the exterior lamp control to P headlamps are turned to P or the or ; to disable this feature. vehicle is off. There is a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Do not cover the Hazard Warning Flashers For vehicles first sold in Canada, sensor, otherwise the headlamps the DRL can only be turned off will come on when they are not when the vehicle is parked. needed. Automatic Headlamp The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a System parking garage or tunnel. The headlamps come on When it is bright enough outside, automatically when the exterior the headlamps will turn off or may lamp control is set to AUTO and it is change to Daytime Running dark enough outside. Lamps (DRL). The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control is turned to P or the vehicle is off. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

132 Lighting The hazard warning flasher button Raise or lower the lever until the Interior Lighting is on the center stack. arrow starts to flash to signal a lane | change. Hold it there until the lane : Press to make the front and change is completed. Instrument Panel rear turn signal lamps flash on and Illumination Control off. This warns others that you are If the lever is briefly pressed and having trouble. Press the button released, the turn signal flashes again to turn the flashers off. three times. When the hazard warning flashers The turn and lane-change signal are on, the turn signals will can be turned off manually by not work. moving the lever back to its original position. Turn and Lane-Change If after signaling a turn or lane Signals change, the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. The brightness of the instrument Replace any burned out bulbs. If a cluster display, infotainment display bulb is not burned out, check the and controls, steering wheel fuse. See Underhood Compartment controls, and all other illuminated Fuse Block 0 251. controls, as well as feature status indicators can be adjusted. The knob for this feature is on the instrument panel beside the steering column. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Courtesy Lamps An arrow on the instrument cluster The courtesy lamps come on when flashes in the direction of the turn or any door is opened and the dome lane change. lamp is in the 1 position. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Lighting 133 Dome Lamps Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps.

The rear reading lamps are in the headliner. * OFF : Press to turn the lamp off. + ON : Press to turn the lamp on. The dome lamp controls are in the headliner above the front seats. R OFF : Press to turn the lamps The front reading lamps are in the off, even when a door is open. overhead console. 1 : When the button is returned to Press the lamp lenses to turn the the middle position, the lamps turn reading lamps on or off. on automatically when a door is opened. + ON : Press to turn on the dome lamps. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

134 Lighting Lighting Features Battery Power Protection The battery saver feature is Entry Lighting designed to protect the vehicle's Some exterior lamps and the interior 12-volt battery. lamps turn on briefly at night when If some interior lamps and/or the the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) headlamps are left on and the transmitter K is pressed. See vehicle is turned off, the battery Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) rundown protection system System Operation 0 8. The lights automatically turns the lamp off after turn off immediately when the some time. vehicle is started or automatically after a brief period. Exterior Lighting Battery This feature can be turned on or off. Saver See “Vehicle Locator Lights” under 0 The exterior lamps turn off about Vehicle Personalization 121. 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off, if the parking lamps or Exit Lighting headlamps have been manually left Some exterior lamps come on at on. This protects against draining night when the vehicle is turned off the battery. To restart the 10-minute and the driver door is opened. timer, turn the exterior lamp control Some interior lamps also come on to the off position and then back to when the vehicle is turned off. The the parking lamp or headlamp exterior lamps and interior lamps position. remain on after the door is closed To keep the lamps on for more than for a brief period and then turn off. 10 minutes, the ignition must be on. This feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 121. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 135 Settings Introduction Infotainment Settings ...... 157 System Teen Driver ...... 158 Read the following pages to become familiar with the features. Trademarks and License Agreements Introduction { Warning Introduction ...... 135 Trademarks and License Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 136 Agreements ...... 161 Taking your eyes off the road for Overview ...... 136 too long or too often while using Operation ...... 137 any infotainment feature can Software Updates ...... 139 cause a crash. You or others could be injured or killed. Do not Radio give extended attention to AM-FM Radio ...... 140 infotainment tasks while driving. Satellite Radio ...... 141 Limit your glances at the vehicle Multi-Band Antenna ...... 143 displays and focus your attention Audio Players on driving. Use voice commands USB Port ...... 143 whenever possible. Auxiliary Devices ...... 149 Bluetooth Audio ...... 150 The infotainment system has built-in OnStar System features intended to help avoid OnStar System ...... 152 distraction by disabling some functions when driving. These Phone functions may gray out when they Bluetooth ...... 153 are unavailable. Many infotainment Apple CarPlay and features are also available through Android Auto ...... 154 the instrument cluster and steering Hands-Free Phone ...... 155 wheel controls. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

136 Infotainment System Before driving: Deactivation is required by your 1. Infotainment Display: . Become familiar with the dealer if related aftermarket . Display for Play/Reception/ operation, center stack controls, equipment is installed. Menu information. and infotainment display 2. Volume Knob: controls. Theft-Deterrent Feature The infotainment system has an . Turn the volume knob to . Set up the audio by presetting adjust the volume. favorite stations, setting the electronic security system installed tone, and adjusting the to prevent theft. 3. O : speakers. The infotainment system only works . Press and hold to enter the . Set up phone numbers in in the vehicle in which it was first Power Off Mode. The radio advance so they can be called installed, and cannot be used in will be in a power off mode easily by pressing a single another vehicle. with the climate control and control or by using a single voice clock display. command if equipped with Overview . Press to cancel the Power Bluetooth phone capability. Off Mode or to mute/ See Defensive Driving 0 173. unmute the audio when the To play the infotainment system with system is on. the ignition off, see Retained 4. { : Accessory Power (RAP) 0 184. . Press to go to the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) Home Page. If equipped, ANC reduces engine . Press and hold to launch noise in the vehicle’s interior. ANC Apple CarPlay or Android requires the factory-installed audio Auto, if equipped. system, radio, speakers, (if equipped), induction system, and exhaust system to work properly. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 137 5. g or d : Full Screen Clock Edit Home Page Layout . Radio: Press to seek the . Touch the time display on the 1. When the vehicle is stationary, previous or next strongest screen to display a full screen of touch { Edit on the station or channel. the clock. Home Page. . USB/Music/Pictures: Press . Touch 0 to return to the to go to the previous or next previous screen. content. Press and hold to fast rewind or fast forward. Volume Control Turn the volume knob to adjust the Operation volume. The current volume is indicated. Turning On/Off Automatically . If equipped, use the volume When the vehicle is on, the switches on the back of the infotainment system turns on steering wheel to adjust the automatically. volume. See Steering Wheel When the vehicle is off and the Controls 0 85. driver door of the vehicle is opened, . Turning on the infotainment 2. Select the desired layout: the infotainment system turns off system power will set the automatically. Standard, Family, Eco, volume level to its previous or Custom. If O is pressed and held when the selection if it is lower than the maximum starting volume level. If Custom is selected, the vehicle is off, the infotainment display will switch to custom system will turn on. The system will . If the volume level is louder than layout editing. This allows the turn off automatically after the maximum starting volume changing of location and approximately 10 minutes. level when the infotainment content of information system is turned on, the displayed on the Home Page. infotainment system is adjusted automatically to the maximum starting volume level. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

138 Infotainment System Using Icon View Settings : Touch to access the . Touch SXM to select Personalization menu. See Vehicle SiriusXM radio (if Personalization 0 121. equipped). Gallery : Touch to view a picture. . Touch iPod to select iPod See “Gallery” under “Selecting a music. Function” following. . Touch USB1 to select OnStar : Touch to use the OnStar USB1 music. function. See OnStar Overview 0 . Touch USB2 to select 326. USB2 music. Camera : Touch to access the . Touch Bluetooth to select camera application. See Assistance Bluetooth music. Systems for Parking or Backing 0 200. . Touch AUX to select auxiliary sound input. Touch T. Low Power Mode : Touch to access the Low Power Mode. See If the playback source (iPod/USB/ Icon view may vary depending on “Low Power Mode” in Charging AUX/Bluetooth) is not connected to vehicle options. Options 0 117. the infotainment system, this function is not available. Audio : Touch to select AM, FM, Selecting a Function SXM (if equipped), AUX, or USB/ Audio source availability may vary iPod/Bluetooth Audio. Audio depending on the region. Phone : Touch to activate the 1. Touch T. The infotainment system can only phone features. See Bluetooth support two USB devices for the 0 153. 2. Touch Audio, then Source. front USB ports. Projection : Touch to access . Touch AM to select AM supported devices when connected. radio. See USB Port 0 143. . Touch FM to select FM radio. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 139 Phone Software Updates home hotspot, or public hotspot can To operate Bluetooth Hands-Free be used. Applicable data rates may function, connect the Bluetooth Over-the-Air Software Updates apply. phone to the infotainment system. If equipped, the infotainment system To connect the infotainment system T can download and install select to a secured mobile device hotspot, 1. Touch . software updates over a wireless home hotspot, or public hotspot, 2. Touch Phone, then touch 5 on connection. The system will prompt touch Settings on the Home Page, the infotainment display, for certain updates to be followed by Wi-Fi, and then Manage or press g on the steering downloaded and installed. There is Wi-Fi Networks. Select the also an option to check for updates appropriate Wi-Fi network, and wheel controls. manually. follow the on-screen prompts. Settings To manually check for updates, Download speeds may vary. 1. Touch T. touch Settings on the Home Page, On most compatible mobile devices, followed by Software Information, activation of the Wi-Fi hotspot is in 2. Touch Settings, then select an and then System Update. Follow the the Settings menu under Mobile item from the menu and adjust on-screen prompts. Steps for Network Sharing, Personal Hotspot, the settings by selecting from downloading and installing updates Mobile Hotspot, or similar. the available options. See may vary by vehicle. Settings 0 157. Availability of Over-the-Air vehicle Downloading Over-the-Air vehicle software updates varies by vehicle Gallery software updates requires Internet and country. For more information 1. Touch T. connectivity, which can be accessed on this feature, see through the vehicle’s built-in OnStar www.my.chevrolet.com/learn. 2. Touch Gallery, then touch ' 4G LTE connection, if equipped and menu to view picture files active. If required, data plans are contained in the USB storage provided by a third party. Optionally, device. a secure Wi-Fi hotspot such as a compatible mobile device hotspot, Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

140 Infotainment System Radio 2. Using the keypad, enter the The steering wheel controls can desired station number. also be used to select favorites. See 0 AM-FM Radio Touching the period between digits Steering Wheel Controls 85. is not necessary. The radio will add Using the AM or FM Radio Tab Listening to AM-FM Radio it automatically at the correct location. Current Station Information 1. Touch T. 1. Touch Browse Audio. 2. Touch Audio, then Source. Favorite Preset Operation 2. Touch Current Station 3. Touch FM or AM. The most Saving Favorites Information to display the recently listened to AM or FM 1. Select the band. station information. radio station is displayed. 2. Select the desired station. AM or FM Stations RDS () function is only available in countries that 3. Touch q or touch and hold the 1. Touch Browse Audio. support this function. favorite in the Favorites list to 2. Touch AM Stations or FM overwrite. Searching for Stations Stations. The AM List or FM 4. To delete it from the Favorites List is displayed. Automatically q list, touch , or swipe the FM Categories Press g or d to automatically station from the list on the right. 1. Touch Browse Audio. search for an available station with Up to 15 radio stations can be good reception. saved in the Favorites list. 2. Touch FM Categories. If RDS is supported, it will tune to Listening to Favorites Directly 3. Touch the desired category and the station and may include station. additional information such as time, 1. Touch Favorites to see the list station identification, and program of favorites. The FM category list is only information. available for RDS (Radio Data 2. Touch the desired station. System). Searching for Stations Directly 1. Touch Tune. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 141 Update AM or FM Stations . Mid (Midrange) : Touch - or Auto Volume 1. Touch Browse Audio. + to adjust the midrange When Auto Volume is turned on, the level manually. 2. Touch Update AM Stations or volume will automatically be Update FM Stations. . Treble : Touch - or + to controlled according to the vehicle adjust the treble level speed to offset the noise from Tone Settings manually. outside. 1. Touch Audio Settings. . Fade : Adjust the front/rear 1. Touch Audio Settings. speaker balance by 2. Touch Auto Volume. dragging the dot in the vehicle interior image. 3. Select the desired option: Off, Low, Medium-Low, Medium, . Balance : Adjust the left/ Medium-High, or High. right speaker balance by dragging the dot in the RDS vehicle interior image. The RDS function can be set . EQ (Equalizer) : Select or for FM. turn off the sound style: 1. Touch Audio Settings. Talk, Rock, Jazz, Pop, Country, Classical, 2. Set RDS to On or Off. or Custom. If equipped with Bose premium audio, only Satellite Radio 2. Touch Tone Settings to enter Talk and Custom are the sound setup mode. The available. Vehicles equipped with a SiriusXM Tone settings menu is satellite radio tuner and a valid displayed. 3. Touch q Now Playing to return SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can receive SiriusXM programming. . Bass : Touch - or + to to the previous menu. adjust the bass level manually. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

142 Infotainment System SiriusXM Satellite Radio Searching for Channels Listening to Favorites Directly Service Automatically 1. Touch Favorites to see the list SiriusXM is a satellite radio service Press g or d to automatically of favorites. based in the 48 contiguous United search for available channels. 2. Touch the desired channel. States and 10 Canadian provinces. SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide Searching for Channels Using the SXM Radio Tab variety of programming and Directly Browse Audio commercial-free music, coast to 1. Touch Tune. coast, and in digital-quality sound. . Current Channel Information 2. Using the keypad, enter the A fee is required to receive the Touch Current Channel desired channel. SiriusXM service. Information. The channel Refer to: Searching for Channels Using information is displayed. . www.siriusxm.com or call Favorites . SXM Channels 1-888-601-6296 (U.S.). Saving Favorites Touch SXM Channels. The SXM List is displayed. . www.siriusxm.ca or call 1. Select the desired channel. 1-877-438-9677 (Canada). . SXM Categories 2. Touch q or touch and hold the Listening to SXM Radio favorite in the list to overwrite. SXM categories are defined by the SiriusXM service provider. 1. Touch T. 3. To delete a channel from Touch SXM Categories, then 2. Touch Audio, then Source. Favorites, touch q, or swipe the channel from the list on the touch the desired category and 3. Touch SXM. The most recently right. channel. listened to SXM channel is displayed. Up to 15 channels can be saved in the Favorites list. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 143 Audio Settings Mobile Phone Usage Audio Players . Tone Settings Mobile phone usage can cause Set up sound features from the interference with the vehicle's radio. USB Port Tone Settings menu. See “Tone Unplug the mobile phone or turn it off if this occurs. The USB ports are in the center Settings” under “AM-FM Radio” console and are for data and previously in this section. AM charging. If equipped, there are two USB charge ports in the rear of the . Auto Volume The range for most AM stations is center console. The infotainment Volume will be automatically greater than for FM, especially at system can play the music files controlled. See Auto Volume night. The longer range can cause “ ” contained in the USB storage under AM-FM Radio previously station frequencies to interfere with “ ” device or a device that supports in this section. each other. Static can occur when MTP or iPod/iPhone devices. things like storms and power lines . Explicit Content Filter interfere with radio reception. When Choose this menu item to turn this happens, try reducing the treble Caution On or Off the filtering of explicit on the radio. channels from SXM. A list item To avoid vehicle damage, unplug can be set to On or Off. From FM all accessories and disconnect all the SXM Settings, touch Audio FM signals only reach about 16 to accessory cables from the vehicle Settings. Set Explicit Content 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the when not in use. Accessory Filter feature to On or Off to radio has a built-in electronic circuit cables left plugged into the allow for a filtered list of that automatically works to reduce vehicle, unconnected to a device, channels. interference, some static can occur, could be damaged or cause an especially around tall buildings or electrical short if the unconnected Multi-Band Antenna hills, causing the sound to fade in end comes in contact with liquids and out. If equipped, the roof antenna is for or another power source such as AM, FM, and GPS (Global the accessory power outlet. Positioning System). Keep clear of obstructions for clear reception. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

144 Infotainment System Before Using the Audio . Waveform (WAV – PCM . Connection with i-Stick Type System Windows format) USB storage devices may be faulty due to vehicle vibration. Supported Audio File Formats . Audio Interchange File Format (AIFF) . Do not touch the USB . MP3 (MPEG-1 Layer 3, connecting terminal with an MPEG-2 Layer 3) . 3GPP (Generally used for mobile devices) object or any part of your body. Constant Bit Rate (CBR) . The USB storage device can between 8 and 320 kbps . Audio Books (MP3, WMA, AAC, AA) only be recognized when it is Variable Bit Rate (VBR) formatted in FAT16/32, NTFS, Guidelines for Using a USB HFS+. exFAT and other file Sampling frequencies of 8, Storage Device and iPod/iPhone systems cannot be recognized. 11.025, 12, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, and 48 kHz . Operation cannot be guaranteed . According to the type and if the HDD built-in USB mass capacity of the USB storage . Windows Media Audio storage device or CF or SD device and the type of the stored Windows Media Audio 10 is connected by file, the time it takes to recognize using a USB adaptor. Use a the files may differ. CBR between 32 and 768 kbps USB or flash memory type . Files in some USB storage VBR (Standard), Professional, storage device. devices may not be recognized Lossless, or higher according to . Avoid static electricity discharge due to compatibility problems. Microsoft specifications when connecting or . Do not disconnect the USB Sampling frequencies of 8, 12, disconnecting the USB. storage device while it is being 16, 22, 32, 44.1, and 48 kHz If connection and disconnection played. This may cause damage . AAC (MPEG-4 AAC, Low are repeated many times in a to the device or may affect the Complexity Profile) and AAC+ short time, this may cause a performance of the USB device. problem in using the device. CBR between 8 and 320 kbps . The infotainment system can . Operation is not guaranteed if . OGG Vorbis only support two USB devices the connecting terminal of the for the front USB ports. USB device is not metal. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 145 . Disconnect the connected USB . Music files to which DRM (Digital . When the iPod/iPhone device is storage device when the vehicle Right Management) is applied not being used, keep it is off. cannot be played. disconnected from the USB port . USB storage devices can only . The infotainment system can when the vehicle is off. be connected to this device for support USB storage devices . Connect the iPod/iPhone to the the purpose of playing music, that are in capacity with a limit of USB port by using the iPod/ viewing photo files, 5,000 files (music and photo), iPhone cable to play the music or upgrading. and 15 stages of folder files on the iPod/iPhone. When the iPod/iPhone is connected to . The USB terminal of the device structure. Normal usage cannot should not be used to charge be guaranteed for storage the AUX port, the music files are USB accessory equipment since devices that exceed this limit. played, but not controlled by the heat generation using the The iPod/iPhone can play all MyLink. USB terminal may cause music files supported. The music . iPod/iPhone movie file playback performance issues or damage file lists display up to 5,000 files is not supported. to the device. on the screen in alphabetical . The playback functions and the . When the logical drive is order. information display items of the separated from a mass USB . Some iPod/iPhone devices may iPod/iPhone used with this storage device, only the files not support the connectivity or infotainment system may be from the top-level logical drive functionality of the infotainment different from the iPod/iPhone in can be played for USB music system. terms of play order, method, and files. For this reason, store . Only connect the iPod/iPhone information displayed. music files to be played in the with connection cables . See the manufacturer for top-level drive of the device. supported by iPod/iPhone information related to the search Music files in a particular USB devices. Other connection function provided by the iPod/ storage device may not play cables cannot be used. iPhone device. normally if an application is loaded by partitioning a separate drive inside the USB device. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

146 Infotainment System USB Player infotainment system will Returning to the Beginning of the automatically switch to the Current File Playing USB Storage Device previous audio function. Touch g after five seconds of Music Files If the USB storage device is already playback time. Connect the USB storage device connected, touch T, Audio, Source, containing the music files to the Scanning Forward or Backward and USB to play the USB music USB port. Touch and hold g or d during files. playback to rewind or fast Ending USB Music File Playback forward. Release g or d to resume playback at normal 1. Touch Source. speed. 2. Select another function by touching AM, FM, AUX, Playing Files Randomly or Bluetooth. Touch Z during playback. Z To remove the USB storage device, Touch again to return to select another function, and then normal playback. remove the USB storage device. Playing Files Repeatedly Pause Touch j during playback. 1. Touch " during playback. Touch r to resume playback. 2. Touch the desired option. . Once the infotainment system Playing the Next File . Repeat All: Plays all files finishes reading the information d on the USB storage device, play Touch to play the next file. repeatedly. will begin automatically unless Playing the Previous File . Repeat Song: Plays a USB Auto Launch has been set Touch g within five seconds of current file repeatedly. to Off in Settings. playback time to play the . Repeat Off: Cancels the . If a non-readable USB storage previous file. repeat function. device is connected, an error message will appear and the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 147 Searching for a File by Using the The Infotainment Module will Auto Launch is set to Off in Favorites recognize playlist files by the Settings, it will not be extensions .asx, m3u, pls, wpl, automatically played. Saving Favorites b4s, and .xspf. . If a non-readable device that 1. Select the desired file. Tone Settings supports MTP is connected, then q an error message will appear 2. Touch , or touch and hold the Set up sound features from the favorite in the list to overwrite. and the infotainment system will Tone Settings menu. See “Tone automatically switch to the 3. To delete it from the Favorites Settings” under “AM-FM Radio” previous audio function. list, touch q, or swipe the file previously in this section. from the list on the right. . Depending on the connected Auto Volume device, some files may not play. Up to 15 media files can be See “Auto Volume” under “AM-FM saved in the Favorites list. . File loading may take a few Radio” previously in this section. minutes depending on the type Listening to Favorites Directly MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) of MTP device or the number of 1. Touch the Favorites menu to Player files/folders stored in the MTP see the Favorites list. device. Playing Music from a Supported . When connecting the MTP 2. Touch the desired favorite to MTP Device listen. device, the infotainment system Connect the supported MTP device scans audio files first, and then Browse Music containing music files to the picture files. While scanning 1. Touch Browse Music. USB port. picture files, these files may not be available until the loading . Once the infotainment system 2. Touch the desired item: indicator on the audio screen finishes reading the information Playlists, Folders, Artists, disappears even if the audio file on the device that supports MTP Songs, Albums, Genres, and in the MTP device is playing. Composers. (Media Transfer Protocol), it will be automatically played. If USB . If connecting an MTP device that 3. Touch the desired music to has external memory, it may be listen. recognized as USB1/USB2. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

148 Infotainment System . Other operations are the same Ending iPod/iPhone Playback Scanning Forward or Backward as the USB player. See “USB 1. Touch Source. Hold g or d during playback Player” under “USB Port” to rewind or fast forward. 2. Select another function by previously in this section. Release g or d to resume touching AM, FM, AUX, . The USB connection setting on or Bluetooth, or unplug the playback at normal speed. the device may need to be iPod/iPhone. changed to MTP. Playing Files Randomly To remove the iPod/iPhone, select Touch Z during playback. iPod/iPhone Player another function, and then remove Touch Z again to return to This is limited to devices supporting the iPod/iPhone. normal playback. the iPod/iPhone connection. Pause Browse Music Playing iPod/iPhone Music Files Touch j during playback. 1. Touch Browse Music. Touch r to resume playback. Use an Apple certified cord to 2. Touch the desired music. connect the iPod/iPhone containing Playing the Next Song Tone Settings the music files to the USB port. Touch d to play the next song. . Once the infotainment system Set up sound features from the finishes reading the information Playing the Previous Song Tone Settings menu. See “Tone on the iPod/iPhone, it will be Touch g within two seconds of Settings” under “AM-FM Radio” automatically played from the playback time to play the previously in this section. previous song. previously played point. If Auto Auto Volume Launch in Settings is set to Off, Returning to the Beginning of the Volume will be automatically it will not be automatically Current Song played. g controlled. See “Auto Volume” under Touch after two seconds of “AM-FM Radio” previously in this If the iPod/iPhone is already playback time. section. connected, touch T, Audio, Source, then iPod to play the iPod/iPhone. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 149 Gallery (Pictures) . Some features are disabled 2. Touch the desired menu. while the vehicle is in motion. The infotainment system can view . Slide Show Time: Select picture files contained in the USB Viewing a Slide Show the slide show interval. storage device. . Touch z from the picture screen . Clock/Temp Display: To display the clock and Before Using the Picture and the slide show will play. System temperature on the full . Touch the screen to cancel the screen, select On or Off. . Only the following file extensions slide show during slide show . Display Settings: Adjust the are supported: *.jpg, *.bmp, playback. brightness and contrast. *.png, *.gif. Viewing a Previous or Next 3. After the setting is complete, . Animated GIF is not supported. Picture touch 0. . Some files may not operate due From the picture screen, touch S or to a different format or the Auxiliary Devices condition of the file. T to view the previous or next picture. The AUX port is in the center Viewing a Picture Rotating a Picture console. The infotainment system 1. Connect the USB storage can play auxiliary music connected device containing the picture From the picture screen, touch w to by the auxiliary device. files to the USB port. rotate the picture. Playing Music from an 2. Press {, then T. Enlarging a Picture Auxiliary Device 3. Touch Gallery, then select the From the picture screen, touch T to Connect the auxiliary device desired picture folder. enlarge the picture. containing the music source to the 4. Select the desired file. AUX port. Once connected with the Using the USB Picture Menu infotainment system, music can be . Touch the screen to hide the 1. From the picture screen, played from the device. control bar. Touch the screen touch Menu. again to show the control bar. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

150 Infotainment System . If the auxiliary device is already . From the mobile phone or playing Phone music, the music connected, touch T, Audio, Bluetooth device, find the streaming function will be Source, then AUX to play music Bluetooth device type to set/ discontinued. from the auxiliary device. connect the item. . For Bluetooth music to play, the . Use an AUX cable with a . A ♪ will appear on the screen to music must be played at least 3.5 mm (1/8 in) type connector. indicate a successful Audio once from the music player Bluetooth connection. mode of the mobile phone or Tone Settings . The sound played by the Bluetooth device after From the AUX screen, touch Tone. Bluetooth device is delivered connecting as a stereo headset. See “Tone Settings” under “AM-FM through the infotainment system. After being played at least once, Radio” previously in this section. the music player will be . Bluetooth music can be played automatically played upon Bluetooth Audio only when a Bluetooth device entering play mode, and it will be has been connected. To play automatically stopped when the Bluetooth Music Bluetooth music, connect the music player mode ends. If the Bluetooth phone to the mobile phone or Bluetooth If equipped, music may be played infotainment system. device is not in the waiting from a paired Bluetooth device. . If the Bluetooth device is screen mode, some devices may Refer to the Phone section for help not automatically play in pairing a device. disconnected while playing music, the music is Bluetooth music play mode. Before Playing Bluetooth Music discontinued. The audio Playing Bluetooth Music streaming function may not be . The paired bluetooth device T must support Bluetooth profiles: supported in some Bluetooth 1. Touch . A2DP or AVRCP. phones. Only one function can 2. Touch Audio, then Source on be used at a time between the the screen. . Bluetooth music may not be Bluetooth hands-free phone supported depending on the function or the Phone music 3. Touch Bluetooth to select the mobile phone or Bluetooth function. For example, connected Bluetooth device device. if switching to Bluetooth music play mode. hands-free phone mode while Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 151 Pause Playing Files Repeatedly Auto Volume j Touch during playback. 1. Touch " during playback. Volume will be automatically Touch r again to resume controlled. See “Auto Volume” under 2. Touch the desired option. playback. “AM-FM Radio” previously in this . Repeat All: Plays all files section. Playing the Next Music repeatedly. Touch d to play the next music. Manage Bluetooth Devices . Repeat Song: Plays a 1. Touch Audio Settings. Playing the Previous Music current file repeatedly. Touch g within two seconds of 2. Touch Manage Bluetooth . Repeat Off: Cancels repeat Devices. playback time to play the function. previous music. 3. Select the desired device and Browse Music Returning to the Beginning of the then connect/disconnect or Current Music This function may not be supported delete. depending on the mobile phone. Touch g after two seconds of Playing Bluetooth Music playback time. 1. Touch Browse Music. . Do not change the track too Scanning Forward or Backward 2. Touch the desired item. The quickly when playing Bluetooth Hold g or d during playback number of relevant songs is music. displayed. to rewind or fast forward. . It takes some time to transmit Release g or d to resume 3. Touch the desired music to data from the mobile phone or playback at normal speed. listen. Bluetooth device to the infotainment system. The Tone Settings Playing Files Randomly infotainment system outputs the Touch Z during playback. From the Bluetooth music menu, audio from the mobile phone or Touch Z again to return to sound features can be set up. See Bluetooth device as it is normal playback. “Tone Settings” under “AM-FM transmitted. Radio” previously in this section. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

152 Infotainment System . If the mobile phone or Bluetooth OnStar System Call 1-888-4-ONSTAR device is not in the idle screen (1-888-466-7827) to connect to an mode, it may not automatically OnStar with 4G LTE OnStar Advisor for assistance. See play despite being carried out www.onstar.com for a detailed from the Bluetooth music instruction guide, vehicle availability, play mode. details, and system limitations. . The infotainment system Services and apps vary by make, transmits the order to play from model, year, carrier, availability, and the mobile phone in the conditions. 4G LTE service is Bluetooth music play mode. available in select markets. 4G LTE If this is done in a different performance is based on industry If equipped with OnStar 4G LTE, up mode, then the device transmits averages and vehicle systems to seven devices, such as the order to stop. Depending on design. Some services require a smartphones, tablets, and , the mobile phone s options, this data plan. ’ can be connected to high-speed order to play/stop may take time Internet through the vehicle s built-in to activate. ’ Wi-Fi hotspot. . If Bluetooth music playback is not functioning, then check to see if the mobile phone is in the idle screen mode. . Sometimes, sounds may be cut off during Bluetooth music playback. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 153 Phone . Due to the variety of Bluetooth 5. Verify phone matches. devices and their When the Bluetooth device and Bluetooth versions, the device may infotainment system are respond differently when successfully paired, the Phone Bluetooth Wireless Technology performing over Bluetooth. screen appears on the infotainment Bluetooth wireless technology . See the device’s user guide for display. establishes a wireless link between questions about Bluetooth When the connection fails, a failure two devices supported with functionality. message appears on the Bluetooth. After the initial pairing, . Multi-pairing is not supported. infotainment display. the two devices can connect automatically when turned on. Pairing and Connecting When There Is a Paired Device on Bluetooth allows wireless Bluetooth the Infotainment System transmission of information among To use the Bluetooth feature, make 1. Touch T. Bluetooth phones, PDAs, or other sure the Bluetooth on the device is devices within close range by using 2. Touch Settings, then Devices turned on and the device is in on the display. 2.45 GHz frequency short-distance discoverable mode. See the wireless Bluetooth device’s user guide. 3. Touch the device to pair from technologies. Within this vehicle, the list, and then follow Step 5. users can make hands-free calls, When There Is no Paired Device To add a device not in the list, transmit hands-free data, and play on the Infotainment System touch Add Device. audio streaming files by connecting 1. Touch T. a mobile phone with the system. 4. From the device’s Bluetooth 2. Touch Phone, then Add settings list, select . There may be restrictions on Device. myChevrolet. using Bluetooth wireless technology in some locations. 3. From the device’s Bluetooth 5. When the Bluetooth device and settings list, select the infotainment system are myChevrolet. successfully paired, e / 5 is 4. Touch Code Matches. displayed. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

154 Infotainment System ‐ The connected mobile phone . When the connection fails, the Connecting the Bluetooth is highlighted by a 5 mark. failure message displays on the Device infotainment system. ‐ The e / 5 mark indicates the 1. Touch T. . If the contact list has more than hands-free and mobile phone 2. Touch Settings, then Devices. music function are enabled. 5,000 contacts, the infotainment system may not properly list the 3. Touch the device to connect. ‐ The 5 mark indicates only remaining entries. Deleting the Bluetooth Device Hands-Free function is . Depending on the number of enabled. contact entries, pairing time 1. Touch T. e may vary. ‐ The mark indicates only 2. Touch Settings, then Devices. Bluetooth music is enabled. Checking the Connected 3. Touch Delete next to the device . When the Bluetooth device and Bluetooth Device to delete. the infotainment system are successfully paired, the contact 1. Touch T. 4. Touch Delete. list downloads automatically, 2. Touch Settings, then Devices. depending on the type of mobile Apple CarPlay and phone. If the contact list does 3. The connected device will be Android Auto not download automatically, displayed on the top of the list. proceed with the download on Disconnecting the Bluetooth If equipped, Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay capability may be the mobile phone. Always Device accept the contact list request available through a compatible on the initial pairing of the 1. Touch T. smartphone. If available, Projection mobile phone. will appear on the Home Page of 2. Touch Settings, then Devices. the infotainment display. . The infotainment system can 3. Touch the name of the device register up to 10 Bluetooth to disconnect. devices. 4. Touch Disconnect Device. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 155 To use Android Auto or Apple Projection on the Home Page will and other marks are trademarks of CarPlay: change to Android Auto or Apple Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a 1. Download the Android Auto CarPlay depending on the phone. trademark of Apple Inc. app to your phone from the Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay Google Play store. No app is may automatically launch upon USB Hands-Free Phone required for Apple CarPlay. connection. If not, touch the Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay icon on Making a Call by Entering the 2. Connect an Android phone or the Home Page to launch. Phone Number iPhone by using the compatible phone USB cable and plugging Press { on the center stack to 1. Touch T. return to the Home Page. into a USB data port. For best 2. Touch Phone. performance, use the device’s For further information on how to set 3. Enter the phone number using factory-provided USB cable. up Android Auto and Apple CarPlay the keypad on the Phone Aftermarket or third-party in the vehicle, see screen. cables may not work. www.my.chevrolet.com or see 3. When the phone is first Customer Assistance Offices 0 314. 4. Touch 5 on the display to call connected to activate Apple Android Auto is provided by Google the phone number. CarPlay or Android Auto, the and is subject to Google’s terms If the wrong number is entered, message Device Projection “ and privacy policy. Apple CarPlay is touch z to delete the entered Privacy Consent will appear. ” provided by Apple and is subject to number one digit at a time. Or touch Apple s terms and privacy policy. . Select Continue to launch ’ and hold z to delete all entered Data plan rates apply. For Android Apple CarPlay or numbers. Android Auto. Auto support see :// support.google.com/androidauto. Switching a Call to the Mobile . Select Disable to remove For Apple CarPlay support see Phone (Private Mode) Apple CarPlay and Android www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Apple Auto capability from the or Google may change or suspend 1. To switch the call to the mobile vehicle Settings menu. availability at any time. Android phone instead of the Bluetooth Other functions may Auto, Android, Google, Google Play, hands-free, touch 0. still work. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

156 Infotainment System 2. To switch the call back to the Using the Contacts Menu Making a Call from Call History Bluetooth hands-free, touch 0 1. Touch the contacts menu on 1. Touch W RECENT on the again. the Phone screen. Phone screen. Switching the 2. Select the contact entry to call. 2. Select the contact to call. On/Off . To call another phone . 9: Incoming call Switch the microphone on/off by number in the same touching 3. contacts, touch More in the . 2: Outgoing call Contacts screen and touch Calling by Re-Dial the desired phone number. . 4: Missed call Touch 5 on the display. . In the Contacts screen, Making a Call with Speed Dial touch q to add the contact Numbers Taking Calls to favorites. Touch q again Touch and hold a speed dial number 1. When a phone call comes to remove the contact from using the keypad on the Phone through the Bluetooth favorites. screen. connected mobile phone, the playing track will be cut off and Making a Call from Favorites Only speed dial numbers already stored on the mobile phone can be the phone will ring with the 1. Touch the favorites menu on relevant information displayed. used for speed dial calls. Up to the Phone screen. two-digit speed dial numbers are 2. To talk on the phone, press g 2. Select the contact to call. supported. on the steering wheel control or 5 The Favorites list is not For two-digit speed dial numbers, touch on the display. synchronized with the mobile phone touch and hold the second digit to To reject the call, press c on and is stored separately. make a call to the speed dial the steering wheel control or number. touch K on the display. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 157 Voice Mail Settings . Maximum Start-Up Volume: Set the Maximum Start-Up The default voice mail number is the Volume from 13 to 37. phone number of the currently Operation of the Settings Menu connected mobile phone. The voice The infotainment system can be . Audio Cues: Set the Audio mail number can be changed in customized to make it easier to use. Cues feature to On or Off. Bluetooth settings. 1. Touch T. . Audio Cues Volume: Set To dial a voice mail number: the Audio Cues Volume 2. Touch Settings. from 10 to 63. 1. Touch T. 3. Touch the desired menu to . Audio Volume Setting: Set 2. Touch Phone, then Voice Mail. select the item or to display the all Audio Volume features. item’s detailed menu. Audio Cues Volume is only available 4. Touch 0 to return to the when Audio Cues is set to On. previous menu. Devices Settings menus and functions may vary depending on vehicle options. 1. Touch T. Radio Settings 2. Touch Settings, then touch Devices. T 1. Touch . 3. Select the desired device and 2. Touch Settings, then touch connect/disconnect or delete. Radio Settings. To add a new Bluetooth device, . Auto Volume: Volume will touch Add Device. be automatically controlled. Bluetooth Phone See “Auto Volume” under “AM-FM Radio” previously 1. Touch T. in this section. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

158 Infotainment System 2. Touch Settings, then Bluetooth Android Auto If the device has not previously Phone and touch Y to scroll to been paired, the consent pop-up will 1. Touch T. the desired mobile phone. This display when touching continue. is only available when the 2. Touch Settings and find device is connected. Android Auto. Teen Driver . My Number: Displays the 3. Select On or Off. If equipped, this allows multiple current connected phone Even if Projection is set to Off, keys to be registered for beginner number. connecting the device and touching drivers, to encourage safe driving . Privacy: Set whether or not Projection on the Home Page will habits. When the vehicle is started incoming call alerts are display a pop-up message: with a Teen Driver key, it will automatically activate certain safety shown on the infotainment . For Apple CarPlay function: display. systems, allow setting of some “While active, Apple CarPlay will features, and limit the use of others. . Sort Contacts: Set to First be displayed on this screen.” The Report Card will record vehicle name, surname or . For Android Auto function: data about driving behavior that can Surname, first name. “While active, Android Auto will be viewed later. When the vehicle is . Resync Device Contacts: be displayed on this screen.” started with a registered key, the Driver Information Center (DIC) Resync the contacts list for When the device is first connected, the current connected displays a message that Teen Driver the device projection privacy is active. mobile phone. consent pop-up message will be Apple CarPlay displayed. To access: 1. Touch Settings on the Home 1. Touch T. . Touch Continue to activate the projection feature. Page, then touch Teen Driver. 2. Touch Settings and find Apple . Touch Disable and the device is 2. Create a Personal Identification CarPlay. charging only. Number (PIN) by choosing a 3. Select On or Off. four-digit PIN. Re-enter the PIN If Android Auto is not activated, to confirm. To change the PIN, make sure the mobile phone s USB ’ select Change PIN. connection mode is set to MTP. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 159 The PIN is required to: 6. From the Teen Driver Menu, Manage Settings . Register or unregister keys. select Key Registration. Use the PIN to change the following . Change Teen Driver settings. . If the transmitter key is in settings: the transmitter pocket, it will Audio Volume Limit : Allows a . Change or clear the Teen identify whether the Driver PIN. maximum radio volume to be set. transmitter key is registered Turn the audio volume limit On or . Access or delete Report or unregistered. Off, and if equipped, choose the Card data. . If the transmitter key is not maximum level for the audio Register keys to activate: registered, the option to volume. register displays. Select Any vehicle key can be registered, Teen Driver Speed Warning : Register and a confirmation Allows for setting a visual and up to a maximum of eight keys. message displays. Label the key to tell it apart from the audible warning when a certain other keys. . If the transmitter key is speed is exceeded. The speed already registered, the warning is selectable from 64 km/h 1. Start the vehicle. option to unregister (40 mph) to 120 km/h (75 mph). The 2. The vehicle must be in displays. If Unregister is speed warning does not limit the P (Park). selected, the transmitter speed of the vehicle. key is no longer registered Teen Driver Speed Limiter (If 3. From the Settings menu, select and a confirmation Teen Driver. Equipped) : Allows the maximum message displays. speed of the vehicle to be limited to 4. Enter the PIN. If a Teen Driver transmitter key and 137 km/h (85 mph). When the speed 5. Place the Remote Keyless a non-Teen Driver transmitter key limiter is turned On and the vehicle Entry (RKE) transmitter key in are both present at start up, the is started with a Teen Driver key, the the transmitter pocket. See vehicle will recognize the non-Teen DIC displays a message that the top Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Driver transmitter key to start the speed is limited to 137 km/h System Operation 0 8 for the vehicle. The Teen Driver settings (85 mph). transmitter pocket location. will not be active. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

160 Infotainment System When Teen Driver is Active: Report Card . Forward Collision Avoidance . The radio will mute when the The vehicle owner must secure the Braking – the number of times the vehicle detected that a driver seat belt is not fastened, driver’s consent to record certain and in some vehicles, when the vehicle data when the vehicle is forward collision was imminent right front passenger seat belt is driven with a registered Teen Driver and applied the brakes. Also not fastened. The audio from key. There is one Report Card per referred to as Automatic any device paired to the vehicle vehicle. Data is not recorded when Emergency Braking. will also be muted. Teen Driver is not active. . Stability Control – the number of events which required the use of . Certain electronic devices The Report Card data is collected placed on the front passenger from the time Teen Driver is electronic stability control. seat could cause the passenger activated or the last time the Report . ABS Active – the number of sensing system to falsely sense Card was reset. The following items Antilock Brake System an unbuckled front passenger may be recorded: activations. and mute the radio. See . Distance Driven – the total . Tailgating Alerts – the number of Passenger Sensing System 0 distance driven. times the driver was alerted for 53. following the vehicle ahead too . Maximum Speed – the maximum . Some safety systems, such as vehicle speed recorded. closely. Automatic Emergency Braking, . Traction Control the number of . Overspeed Warnings – the – if equipped and supported, times the Traction Control cannot be turned off. number of times the speed warning setting was exceeded. System activated to reduce . The gap setting for the Forward wheel spin or loss of traction. Collision Alert, if equipped, . Forward Collision Alerts – the . Wide Open – the cannot be changed. number of times the driver was notified when approaching a number of times the accelerator vehicle ahead too quickly and at pedal was pressed nearly all the potential risk for a crash. way down. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Infotainment System 161 Delete Report Card Data Trademarks and iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Data is saved for all trips until the Apple Computer, Inc., registered in data is deleted using the PIN or until License Agreements the U.S. and other countries. the maximum count is exceeded. FCC Information Each item will report a maximum of 1,000 counts. The distance driven See Radio Frequency Statement 0 will report a maximum of 64,374 km 322. (40,000 mi). Bluetooth® To delete Report Card data, do one The Bluetooth word mark and logos of the following: are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Fees and Taxes: Subscription fee, . From the Report Card display, taxes, one time activation fee, and select Reset. General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names other fees may apply. Subscription . Select Clear All Teen Keys/PIN are those of their respective owners. fee is consumer only. All fees and from the Teen Driver menu. This programming subject to change. will also unregister any Teen Subscriptions subject to Customer Driver keys and delete the PIN. Agreement available at www.siriusxm.com or Forgotten PIN www.siriusxm.ca. SiriusXM® service See your dealer to reset the PIN. only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. In Canada: Some deterioration of “Made for iPod” and “Made for service may occur in extreme iPhone” mean that an electronic northern latitudes. This is beyond accessory has been designed to the control of SiriusXM® Satellite connect specifically to iPod or Radio. iPhone and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple It is prohibited to copy, decompile, performance standards. disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate, or otherwise Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

162 Infotainment System make available any technology or FreeType 2 software incorporated in receivers Portions of this software are compatible with the SiriusXM ® Satellite Radio System or that copyright 2007-2012 The support the SiriusXM website, the FreeType Project Online Service or any of its content. (www.freetype.org). All rights Furthermore, the AMBER voice reserved. compression software included in Libjpeg this product is protected by The navigation software is based in intellectual property rights including part on the work of the independent patent rights, copyrights, and trade JPEG Group. secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. General Requirements: 1. A License Agreement from SiriusXM is required for any product that incorporates SiriusXM Technology and/or for use of any of the SiriusXM marks to be manufactured, distributed, or marketed in the SiriusXM Service Area. 2. For products to be distributed, marketed, and/or sold in Canada, a separate agreement is required with Canadian Satellite Radio Inc. (operating as SiriusXM Canada). Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Climate Controls 163 Climate Controls Climate Control 5. Temperature Control Knob Systems 6. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 7. Rear Window Defogger Climate Control Systems Automatic Climate Control Automatic Climate Climate Control Display System ...... 163 Control System Air Vents The climate control buttons on the Air Vents ...... 167 center stack and on the climate control display are used to adjust Maintenance the heating, cooling, and ventilation. Air Intake ...... 168 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 168 Air Conditioning Regular Operation ...... 169 Service ...... 169

1. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped) 2. Climate On-Off 3. Recirculation Center Stack Climate Controls 4. Heater Power 1. Defrost/Defog 5. A/C (Air Conditioning) Power 2. Air Delivery Mode Controls 6. Fan Speed and Temperature 3. Max Defrost Status 4. Manual Fan Control Buttons Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

164 Climate Controls The heated seats, if equipped, 2. Set the temperature. An initial Air Delivery Mode Control : Press climate on/off, recirculation, heat, setting of 22 °C (72 °F) is c, d, or 0 on the center stack and air conditioning can be recommended. Allow the to change the direction of airflow. controlled by touching Climate system time to stabilize. Adjust Any combination of the three Settings on the infotainment the temperature as needed. buttons can be selected. The Home Page. Manual Operation selected air delivery mode button A selection can then be made on indicator is lit. ON : Touch to turn the climate the climate settings page. Pressing any button cancels control system on and off. Automatic Operation automatic air delivery control and The climate control system will turn the direction of the airflow can be The system automatically controls on when any climate control button controlled manually. Press AUTO to the fan speed, air delivery, air is pressed on the center stack or return to automatic operation. conditioning, electric heating, and touched on the climate control recirculation to heat or cool the display. To turn the system off, 0 : Air is directed to the vehicle to the selected temperature. touch ON again. windshield. When AUTO is lit, all five functions D or C : Press the buttons to d : Air is directed to the instrument operate automatically. Each function increase or decrease the fan speed. panel outlets. can also be manually set and the The fan speed setting appears on c : Air is directed to the floor selected setting is displayed or the the climate control display. Manually outlets. indicator is lit. Functions not adjusting the fan speed cancels manually set will continue to be automatic fan control. Press AUTO 0 MAX : Air is directed to the automatically controlled, even if the to return to automatic operation. windshield and the fan runs at a AUTO indicator is not lit. Touch ON to turn off the fan and the higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared For automatic operation: climate control system. from the windshield more quickly. When the button is pressed again, Temperature Control : Turn the 1. Press AUTO. the system returns to the previous knob clockwise or counterclockwise mode setting. to increase or decrease the temperature setting. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Climate Controls 165 For best results, clear all snow and A/C : Touch to turn the air feature is turned off, the auto heated ice from the windshield before conditioning on when the fan is on. seats will be activated the next time defrosting. Auto Defog : The system will the vehicle is turned on. L : Touch to turn on monitor high humidity inside the In manual mode, the controls can recirculation. vehicle. When high humidity is be accessed while the vehicle is on detected, the climate control system by touching ( or M with three level An indicator light comes on. Air is may adjust to outside air supply and recirculated to quickly cool the indicators high, medium, low or off turn on the air conditioner or the on the climate control display. If the inside of the vehicle or to reduce the heater. The fan speed may slightly entry of outside air and odors. Using passenger seat is unoccupied, the increase to help prevent fogging. auto heated seats feature will not the recirculation mode for extended When high humidity is no longer periods may cause the windows to activate that seat. See Heated Front detected, the system will return to Seats 0 35 and fog. If this happens, select the its prior operation. To turn Auto 0 defrost mode. Vehicle Personalization 121. Defog off or on, see “Climate and Using air conditioning and Air Quality” under Vehicle Rear Window Defogger recirculation together for long Personalization 0 121. K : Press to turn the rear window periods of time may cause the air Auto Heated Seats : If equipped, defogger on or off. An indicator light inside the vehicle to become too when the vehicle is on, this feature on the button comes on to show that dry. To prevent this from happening, will automatically activate the the rear window defogger is on. after the air in the vehicle has heated seats at the level required by The defogger only works when the cooled, turn the recirculation the vehicle s interior temperature. In ’ vehicle is on. The defogger will turn mode off. auto mode, the indicators off if the vehicle is turned off. Touching this button cancels automatically show the level setting automatic recirculation. Press AUTO required. to return to automatic operation; Use the manual heated seat buttons recirculation runs automatically as on the infotainment display to turn needed. auto heated seats off. Once this v HEAT : Touch to turn the heater on when the fan is on. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

166 Climate Controls . Temperature Do not cover the sensor; otherwise Caution . Fan Speed the automatic climate control system may not work properly. Do not try to clear frost or other . Air Delivery Mode material from the inside of the Humidity Sensor . Climate Mode front windshield and rear window The humidity sensor is near the with a razor blade or anything . Recirculation base of the inside rearview mirror. else that is sharp. This may Once the settings are saved through The climate control system uses the damage the rear window the application, the vehicle will use sensor information to adjust the defogger grid and affect the these settings when turned on. After temperature and recirculation for radio's ability to pick up stations the vehicle is turned on, use the best comfort. clearly. The repairs would not be climate controls if additional Outside Air Temperature Sensor covered by the vehicle warranty. adjustments are desired. The outside air temperature sensor Sensors is behind the front of the Remote Start : The climate control vehicle. The vehicle uses the sensor system may be started by using the Indicator Light and Solar Sensor (ILSS) information to display outside air Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) temperature. The climate control transmitter. The climate control The ILSS is on top of the instrument system uses the information to system will default to an appropriate panel, near the windshield, where it adjust the climate system operation. heating or cooling mode. See monitors solar intensity. Remote Start 0 15. The climate control system uses the The rear window defogger turns on sensor information to adjust the if it is cold outside. temperature, fan speed, Mobile Application Feature recirculation, and air delivery mode for best comfort. If equipped, this feature allows a smartphone to set the start-up climate control settings. The following features can be set: Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Climate Controls 167 Air Vents Operation Tips . Keep all outlets open whenever Adjustable air vents are in the possible for best system center and on the side of the performance. instrument panel. . Clear snow off the hood to improve visibility and help decrease moisture drawn into the vehicle. . Keep the path under all seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside the vehicle more Move the slats to change the effectively. direction of the airflow. . Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect Move the slats to change the Additional air vents are located the performance of the system. direction of the airflow. The center beneath the windshield and the air vent does not close completely. driver and passenger side door . Do not attach any devices to the windows, and in the footwells. air vent slats. This restricts These are fixed and cannot be airflow and may cause damage adjusted. to the air vents. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

168 Climate Controls Maintenance Replace the filter as part of routine 2. Pull the damper and push the scheduled maintenance. side wall to unlock the stopper. Air Intake 3. Lower the glove box completely.

1. Open the glove box. The air intake at the base of the windshield under the hood must be 4. Hold the right side of the filter kept clear to allow the flow of air cover, and then pull and into the vehicle. Clear away any ice, remove it. snow, or leaves. 5. Install the new air filter. Passenger Compartment 6. Reinstall the filter cover. 7. Reconnect the glove box Air Filter damper. The filter reduces the dust, pollen, 8. Reinstall the glove box. and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the See your dealer if additional vehicle. assistance is needed. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Climate Controls 169 Air Conditioning Regular During service, all refrigerants { Warning should be reclaimed with proper Operation equipment. Venting refrigerants To ensure continuous efficient Performing service work to the directly to the atmosphere is harmful performance, operate the air climate control system could to the environment and may also conditioning for a few minutes once cause personal injury or damage create unsafe conditions based on a month. The air conditioning will to the vehicle. Climate control inhalation, combustion, frostbite, not operate if the outside systems are serviced by qualified or other health-based concerns. personnel only. temperature is too low. The air conditioning system requires periodic maintenance. See Caution Service Maintenance Schedule 0 301. Damage caused by improper All vehicles have a label underhood refrigerant usage could lead to that identifies the refrigerant used in costly repairs and may not be the vehicle. The refrigerant system covered by the vehicle warranty. should only be serviced by trained Refrigerant systems should only and certified technicians. The air be serviced by qualified conditioning evaporator should personnel. Always use the correct never be repaired or replaced by refrigerant. one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

170 Driving and Operating Shifting out of Park ...... 185 Assistance Systems for Driving and Extended Parking ...... 186 Driving ...... 203 Operating Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Electric Vehicle Operating System ...... 204 Modes Automatic Emergency Driving Information Driver Selected Operating Braking (AEB) ...... 205 Modes ...... 186 Driving for Better Energy Front Pedestrian Braking Efficiency ...... 171 Electric Drive Unit (FPB) System ...... 207 Side Blind Zone Distracted Driving ...... 172 Electric Drive Unit ...... 187 Alert (SBZA) ...... 209 Defensive Driving ...... 173 One-Pedal Driving ...... 190 Drunk Driving ...... 173 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 209 Control of a Vehicle ...... 173 Brakes Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 211 Braking ...... 173 Antilock Brake Charging System (ABS) ...... 191 Steering ...... 174 When to Charge ...... 213 Electric Parking Brake ...... 192 Off-Road Recovery ...... 175 Plug-In Charging ...... 214 Brake Assist ...... 193 Loss of Control ...... 175 Delayed Charging Override . . . 217 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 193 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 176 Charging Status Feedback . . . 218 Regenerative Braking ...... 194 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 176 Charge Cord ...... 222 Winter Driving ...... 177 Ride Control Systems Utility Interruption of If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 178 Traction Control/Electronic Charging ...... 228 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 178 Stability Control ...... 194 Electrical Requirements for Starting and Operating Battery Charging ...... 229 Cruise Control New Vehicle Break-In ...... 182 Cruise Control ...... 196 Trailer Towing Power Button ...... 182 General Towing Starting and Stopping the Driver Assistance Systems Information ...... 230 Vehicle ...... 184 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 199 Retained Accessory Assistance Systems for Conversions and Add-Ons Power (RAP) ...... 184 Parking or Backing ...... 200 Add-On Electrical Shifting Into Park ...... 185 Equipment ...... 230 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 171 Driving Information Use cruise control when Use the heated seat feature instead appropriate. of climate control system. Heating Driving for Better Energy Plan ahead for decelerations and the seat uses less energy than coast whenever possible. Do not heating the vehicle interior. Efficiency rush to traffic signals, and do not Use remote start to heat or cool the Use the following tips to help shift to N (Neutral) to coast. interior when the vehicle is plugged maximize energy efficiency and The vehicle recovers more energy in to maximize the electric range by range. while coasting and braking in utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. In colder temperatures, while these L (Low) than in D (Drive) mode. efficiency tips will help, the electric Using the steering wheel paddle In hot weather, avoid parking in vehicle driving range will be lower during deceleration recovers more direct sunlight or use sunshades due to higher energy usage energy. See Regenerative Braking inside the vehicle. including energy spent heating the 0 194. Keep the inside of the windows cabin. clean to reduce fogging, and turn off Terrain and Vehicle Speed The Range Impacts screen the front defroster and rear defogger estimates the influence of the main Higher speeds and grade changes when they are not needed. factors impacting vehicle range. use more energy and can Avoid driving with the windows open After charging is complete, this significantly reduce electric range. at highway speeds. information is reset. See Range “ Climate Setting Impacts” under Energy Information Use the Enhanced Battery Gauge 0 115. Using the heat and air conditioning on the Instrument Cluster to view systems decreases the energy the effect of climate control settings Acceleration/Braking/Coasting available for electric driving. on your estimated range. See Battery Gauge (High Voltage) 0 98. Avoid rapid accelerations and Optimal energy efficiency is decelerations. achieved when the heat, air Outside Temperature Electric range is maximized at conditioning, and fan are turned off. On colder days, it is best to plug in 89 km/h (55 mph) and less. the vehicle overnight, and then remote start the vehicle. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

172 Driving and Operating Allow the vehicle to warm up for Using a rooftop carrier will reduce . Designate a front seat 20 minutes before driving. efficiency due to additional weight passenger to handle potential If possible, use a level 2 (32 amp) and drag. distractions. high power charge station for best . Become familiar with vehicle results. This allows the interior of Distracted Driving features before driving, such as the vehicle and high voltage battery Distraction comes in many forms programming favorite radio to warm to optimal temperature. and can take your focus from the stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings. Vehicle Charging/Maintenance task of driving. Exercise good judgment and do not let other Program all trip information into Charging activities divert your attention away any navigation device prior to from the road. Many local driving. Keep the vehicle plugged in, even governments have enacted laws when fully charged, to keep the . Wait until the vehicle is parked regarding driver distraction. Become battery temperature ready for the to retrieve items that have fallen familiar with the local laws in next drive. This is important when to the floor. your area. outside temperatures are extremely . Stop or park the vehicle to tend hot or cold. To avoid distracted driving, keep to children. your eyes on the road, keep your Maintenance hands on the steering wheel, and . Keep pets in an appropriate Always keep the tires properly focus your attention on driving. carrier or restraint. inflated and the vehicle properly . Do not use a mobile phone in . Avoid stressful conversations aligned. demanding driving situations. while driving, whether with a The weight of excess cargo in the Use a hands-free method to passenger or on a mobile vehicle affects efficiency and range. place or receive necessary phone. Avoid carrying more than is needed. phone calls. Avoid unnecessary use of electrical . Watch the road. Do not read, accessories. Power used for take notes, or look up functions other than propelling the information on mobile phones or vehicle will reduce EV range. other electronic devices. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 173 Drunk Driving Braking { Warning Death and injury associated with Braking action involves perception Taking your eyes off the road too drinking and driving is a global time and reaction time. Deciding to long or too often could cause a tragedy. push the brake pedal is perception crash resulting in injury or death. time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Focus your attention on driving. { Warning Average driver reaction time is Refer to the Infotainment section for Drinking and then driving is very about three-quarters of a second. In more information on using that dangerous. Your reflexes, that time, a vehicle moving at system, including pairing and using perceptions, attentiveness, and 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m a mobile phone. judgment can be affected by even (66 ft), which could be a lot of a small amount of alcohol. You distance in an emergency. Defensive Driving can have a serious — or even Helpful braking tips to keep in mind fatal — collision if you drive after include: Defensive driving means “always drinking. expect the unexpected.” The first . Keep enough distance between step in driving defensively is to wear Do not drink and drive or ride with you and the vehicle in front the seat belt. a driver who has been drinking. of you. Ride home in a cab; or if you are . Assume that other road users . Avoid needless heavy braking. (pedestrians, bicyclists, and with a group, designate a driver . Keep pace with traffic. other drivers) are going to be who will not drink. careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do Control of a Vehicle and be ready. Braking, steering, and accelerating Allow enough following distance . are important factors in helping to between you and the driver in control a vehicle while driving. front of you. . Focus on the task of driving. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

174 Driving and Operating Steering Variable Effort Steering If the steering assist is used for an extended period of time while the The vehicle has a steering system vehicle is not moving, power assist that varies the amount of effort Caution may be reduced. required to steer the vehicle in To avoid damage to the steering relation to the speed of the vehicle. Normal use of the assist should return when the system, do not drive over curbs, The amount of steering effort system cools down. parking barriers, or similar objects required is less at slower speeds to at speeds greater than 3 km/h make the vehicle more See your dealer if there is a (1 mph). Use care when driving maneuverable and easier to park. At problem. over other objects such as lane faster speeds, the steering effort dividers and speed bumps. increases to provide a sport-like feel Curve Tips Damage caused by misuse of the to the steering. This provides . Take curves at a reasonable vehicle is not covered by the maximum control and stability. speed. vehicle warranty. Electric Power Steering . Reduce speed before entering a curve. The vehicle has electric power steering. It does not have power . Maintain a reasonable steady steering fluid. Regular maintenance speed through the curve. is not required. . Wait until the vehicle is out of If power steering assist is lost due the curve before accelerating to a system malfunction, the vehicle gently into the straightaway. can be steered, but may require Steering in Emergencies increased effort. . There are some situations when If the steering wheel is turned until it steering around a problem may reaches the end of its travel and is be more effective than braking. held against that position for an extended period of time, power steering assist may be reduced. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 175 . Holding both sides of the 1. Ease off the accelerator and Defensive drivers avoid most skids steering wheel allows you to turn then, if there is nothing in the by taking reasonable care suited to 180 degrees without removing way, steer the vehicle so that it existing conditions, and by not a hand. straddles the edge of the overdriving those conditions. But . Antilock Brake System (ABS) pavement. skids are always possible. allows steering while braking. 2. Turn the steering wheel about If the vehicle starts to slide, follow one-eighth of a turn, until the these suggestions: Off-Road Recovery right front tire contacts the . Ease your foot off the pavement edge. accelerator pedal and steer the 3. Turn the steering wheel to go way you want the vehicle to go. straight down the roadway. The vehicle may straighten out. Be ready for a second skid if it Loss of Control occurs. Skidding . Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather There are three types of skids that conditions. Stopping distance correspond to the vehicle's three can be longer and vehicle control systems: control can be affected when traction is reduced by water, . Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. snow, ice, gravel, or other material on the road. Learn to The vehicle's right wheels can drop . Steering or Cornering Skid — recognize warning clues — such off the edge of a road onto the too much speed or steering in a as enough water, ice, or packed shoulder while driving. Follow curve causes tires to and snow on the road to make a these tips: lose . mirrored surface — and slow . Acceleration Skid — too much down when you have any doubt. throttle causes the driving . Try to avoid sudden steering, wheels to spin. acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

176 Driving and Operating by shifting to a lower gear. Any There is no hard and fast rule about sudden changes could cause Warning (Continued) hydroplaning. The best advice is to the tires to slide. slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large Remember: Antilock brakes help puddle of water or a car/vehicle Other Rainy Weather Tips avoid only the braking skid. wash, lightly apply the brake Besides slowing down, other wet pedal until the brakes work weather driving tips include: Driving on Wet Roads normally. . Allow extra following distance. Rain and wet roads can reduce Flowing or rushing water creates vehicle traction and affect your strong forces. Driving through . Pass with caution. ability to stop and accelerate. flowing water could cause the . Keep windshield wiping Always drive slower in these types vehicle to be carried away. If this equipment in good shape. of driving conditions and avoid happens, you and other vehicle driving through large puddles and . Keep the windshield washer fluid deep-standing or flowing water. occupants could drown. Do not reservoir filled. ignore police warnings and be . Have good tires with proper very cautious about trying to drive tread depth. { Warning through flowing water. . Turn off cruise control. Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as well in a Hydroplaning quick stop and could cause Hill and Mountain Roads Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water pulling to one side. You could Driving on steep hills or through can build up under the vehicle's mountains is different than driving lose control of the vehicle. tires so they actually ride on the on flat or rolling terrain. (Continued) water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast . Keep the vehicle serviced and in enough. When the vehicle is good shape. hydroplaning, it has little or no . Check all fluid levels and brakes, contact with the road. tires, cooling system, and electric drive unit. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 177 . Keep the vehicle in gear when . Pay attention to special road . The Antilock Brake System going down steep or long hills. signs (e.g., falling rocks area, (ABS) improves vehicle stability winding roads, long grades, during hard stops, but the passing or no-passing zones) brakes should be applied sooner { Warning and take appropriate action. than when on dry pavement. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) . Allow greater following distance or with the vehicle turned off is Winter Driving and watch for slippery spots. Icy dangerous. The brakes will have Driving on Snow or Ice patches can occur on otherwise to do all the work of slowing down clear roads in shaded areas. the vehicle and could become too Snow or ice between the tires and The surface of a curve or an hot. Hot brakes may not be able the road creates less traction or overpass can remain icy when to slow the vehicle enough to grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can the surrounding roads are clear. maintain speed and control. You occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when Avoid sudden steering could crash. Always have the freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid maneuvers and braking while vehicle running and in gear when driving on wet ice or in freezing rain on ice. until roads can be treated. going downhill. This will allow the . Turn off cruise control. electric drive unit to assist in For Slippery Road Driving: . Avoid using Regen on Demand slowing and maintaining speed. . Recommend using D (Drive) in paddle. slippery conditions. Blizzard Conditions . Drive at speeds to keep the . Accelerate gently. Accelerating vehicle in its own lane. Do not too quickly causes the wheels to Being stuck in snow can be a swing wide or cross the spin and makes the surface serious situation. Stay with the center line. under the tires slick. vehicle unless there is help nearby. . Be alert on top of hills. If possible, use Roadside . Turn on the Traction Control Assistance. See Roadside Something could be in your lane System (TCS). 0 (e.g., stalled car, crash). Assistance Program 316. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

178 Driving and Operating . Turn on the hazard warning that could free the vehicle. If that flashers. { Warning does not get the vehicle out after a . Tie a red cloth to an outside few tries, it might need to be towed If the vehicle's tires spin at high out. See Towing the Vehicle 0 287. mirror. speed, they can explode, and you To save energy, run the vehicle for or others could be injured. The Vehicle Load Limits only short periods as needed to vehicle can overheat, causing an warm the vehicle and then shut the underhood compartment fire or It is very important to know how vehicle off and partially close the other damage. Spin the wheels as much weight the vehicle can window. Moving about to keep warm little as possible and avoid going carry. This weight is called the also helps. above 56 km/h (35 mph). vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all If the Vehicle Is Stuck Rocking the Vehicle to Get occupants, cargo, and all Slowly and cautiously spin the it Out nonfactory-installed options. wheels to free the vehicle when Two labels on the vehicle may stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. Turn the steering wheel left and show how much weight it may right to clear the area around the properly carry: the Tire and The Traction Control System (TCS) front wheels. Turn off TCS. Shift must be turned off by pressing the back and forth between R (Reverse) Loading Information label and TCS/ESC button. Traction control is and a low forward gear, spinning the the Certification label. not completely off, but will only wheels as little as possible. To engage if the maneuver can cause prevent electric drive unit wear, wait { Warning damage to the electric drive unit. until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. Release the Do not load the vehicle any accelerator pedal while shifting, and heavier than the Gross press lightly on the accelerator Vehicle Weight Rating pedal when the electric drive unit is (GVWR), or either the in gear. Slowly spinning the wheels maximum front or rear Gross in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 179 Tire and Loading Information equipment tires (3) and the Warning (Continued) Label recommended cold tire inflation Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). pressures (4). For more This can cause systems to information on tires and inflation 0 break and change the way the see Tires 257 and 0 vehicle handles. This could Tire Pressure 263. cause loss of control and a There is also important loading crash. Overloading can also information on the Certification reduce stopping distance, label. It may show the Gross damage the tires, and shorten Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) the life of the vehicle. and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle. See “Certification Label Example Label” later in this section. A vehicle-specific Tire and “Steps for Determining Correct Loading Information label is Load Limit– attached to the vehicle's center 1. Locate the statement "The pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and combined weight of Loading Information label shows occupants and cargo should the number of occupant seating never exceed XXX kg or positions (1), and the maximum XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s vehicle capacity weight (2) in placard. kilograms and pounds. 2. Determine the combined The Tire and Loading weight of the driver and Information label also shows the passengers that will be tire size of the original riding in your vehicle. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

180 Driving and Operating 3. Subtract the combined your vehicle. Consult this 3. Available Occupant and weight of the driver and manual to determine how Cargo Weight = 317 kg passengers from XXX kg or this reduces the available (700 lbs). XXX lbs. cargo and luggage load 4. The resulting figure equals capacity of your vehicle.” the available amount of This vehicle is neither designed cargo and luggage load nor intended to tow a trailer. capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = Example 2 650 lbs.) 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 5. Determine the combined for Example 2 = 453 kg weight of luggage and cargo (1,000 lbs). being loaded on the vehicle. Example 1 2. Subtract Occupant That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) and luggage load capacity for Example 1 = 453 kg × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). calculated in Step 4. (1,000 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight 2. Subtract Occupant = 113 kg (250 lbs). 6. If your vehicle will be towing Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) a trailer, load from your × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). trailer will be transferred to Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 181 Refer to the vehicle's Tire and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Loading Information label for (GVWR). The GVWR includes specific information about the the weight of the vehicle, all vehicle's capacity weight and occupants, fuel, and cargo. seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, { Warning and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Things inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a Certification Label sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Example 3 . Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle. In the 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight cargo area, put them as for Example 3 = 453 kg far forward as possible. (1,000 lbs). Try to spread the weight 2. Subtract Occupant evenly. Weight @ 91 kg . Never stack heavier (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg things, like suitcases, (1,000 lbs). inside the vehicle so that 3. Available Cargo Weight Label Example some of them are above = 0 kg (0 lbs). the tops of the seats. A vehicle-specific Certification (Continued) label is attached to the vehicle's center pillar (B-pillar). The label may show the gross weight capacity of the vehicle, called Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

182 Driving and Operating Power Button Warning (Continued) Starting and Operating . Do not leave an unsecured child restraint New Vehicle Break-In in the vehicle. . Secure loose items in the Caution vehicle. Avoid making hard stops for the . Do not leave a seat first 322 km (200 mi). During this folded down unless time the new brake linings are not needed. yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline The vehicle has an electronic every time you get new brake pushbutton start. linings. Following break-in, The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) vehicle speed and load can be transmitter must be in the vehicle for gradually increased. the system to operate. If the vehicle will not start, place the RKE transmitter in the transmitter pocket, inside the center console. ON/RUN : This position is for starting and driving. With the vehicle off, and the brake pedal applied, pressing POWER O once will place the vehicle in ON/RUN. When the vehicle ready light is on in the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 183 instrument cluster, the vehicle is 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). ready to be driven. This could take Caution This can be done while the up to 15 seconds at extremely cold vehicle is moving. After shifting temperatures. Placing the vehicle in Service to N (Neutral), firmly apply the Mode will use the 12-volt battery. brakes and steer the vehicle to Service Mode Do not use Service Mode for an a safe location. This power mode is available for extended period, or the vehicle may not start. 3. Come to a complete stop, shift service and diagnostics, and to to P (Park), and turn the vehicle verify the proper operation of the off by pressing POWER O. service vehicle soon light as may be STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF : required for emission inspection To turn the vehicle off, apply the 4. Set the parking brake. purposes. With the vehicle off, and brakes, press the button on top of the brake pedal not applied, the shift lever to shift to P (Park) and O { Warning pressing and holding POWER for press POWER O. more than five seconds will place Turning off the vehicle while the vehicle in Service Mode. The Alternatively, apply the brakes and moving may disable the airbags. instruments and audio systems will press POWER O. The electric drive While driving, only shut the operate as they do in ON/RUN, but unit will shift to P (Park) then shut propulsion system off in an the vehicle will not be able to be off automatically. emergency. driven. The propulsion system will Retained Accessory Power (RAP) not start in Service Mode. Press will remain active until the driver If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, POWER O again to turn the door is opened. vehicle off. and must be shut off while driving, If the vehicle must be shut off in an press and hold POWER O for longer emergency: than two seconds, or press twice in 1. Brake using a firm and steady five seconds. pressure. Do not pump the brakes repeatedly. This may deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

184 Driving and Operating Starting and Stopping the The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Restarting Procedure Vehicle transmitter must be in the vehicle. If the vehicle must be restarted Press the brake pedal, then press while it is still moving, move the shift Starting Procedure and release POWER O. lever to N (Neutral) and press Press the P (Park) button on the If the RKE transmitter is not in the POWER O twice without pressing shift lever, or move the shift lever vehicle or something is interfering the brake pedal. The propulsion into N (Neutral). The propulsion with the transmitter, a message system will not restart in any other system will not start in any other displays in the Driver Information position. position. Center (DIC). A chime will sound if the driver door If the vehicle will not start due to a is opened while the vehicle is on. Caution low RKE transmitter battery, the Always press POWER O to turn the vehicle can still be driven. See vehicle off before exiting. Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) vehicle is moving or the electric System Operation 0 8. Stopping Procedure drive unit could be damaged. For information on how to turn the Shift to P (Park) only when the vehicle off, see Power Button 0 182. vehicle is stopped. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Caution The following features will operate If you add electrical parts or A vehicle ready light displays in the for up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened: accessories, you could change lower right corner of the instrument the way the vehicle operates. Any cluster when the vehicle is ready to . Audio System be driven. resulting damage would not be . Accessory Power Outlets covered by the vehicle warranty. The instrument cluster also displays an active battery gauge when the . Power Windows vehicle is ready to be driven. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 185 Shifting Into Park Warning (Continued) To shift into P (Park): system running, the vehicle can 1. Hold the brake pedal down and move suddenly. You or others set the parking brake. See Electric Parking Brake 0 192. could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when 2. Press the button on top of the you are on fairly level ground, shift lever to shift into P (Park). always set the parking brake and 0 See Electric Drive Unit 187. press the P (Park) button. 3. The P indicator on the shift lever will turn red when the If the vehicle must be left with the vehicle is in P (Park). propulsion system on, be sure that This vehicle is equipped with an 4. Turn the vehicle off. the vehicle is in P (Park) with the electric drive unit. The shift lock parking brake set, before leaving release button is designed to Leaving the Vehicle with the the vehicle. After pressing the Propulsion System On prevent inadvertent shifting out of P (Park) button, hold down the P (Park) unless the ignition is on, regular brake pedal. If you cannot the brake pedal is applied, and the { Warning see the P (Park) indicator in shift lock release button is pressed. instrument cluster, it means that the It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle has not shifted to P (Park). Parking the vehicle in extreme cold vehicle if the P (Park) button is for several days without the charge not pressed with the parking Shifting out of Park cord connected may cause the brake set. The vehicle can roll. vehicle not to start. The vehicle will To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle need to be plugged in to allow the Do not leave the vehicle when the must be on, the brake pedal must high voltage battery to be warmed propulsion system is running. be applied, and the charge cord sufficiently. If you have left the propulsion must be unplugged. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

186 Driving and Operating The shift lock is always functional 7. After releasing the shift lever, it Electric Vehicle except in the case of an uncharged will return to the center or low charged 12-volt battery (less position. Operating Modes than 9 volts). If the vehicle has an uncharged Extended Parking Driver Selected Operating 12-volt battery or a 12-volt battery It is best not to park with the vehicle Modes with low voltage, try charging or running. If the vehicle is left running, jump starting the 12-volt battery. be sure it will not move and there is Sport Mode To shift out of P (Park): adequate ventilation. Sport Mode provides more responsive acceleration than 1. Apply the brake pedal. See Shifting Into Park 0 185. Normal Mode, but can reduce 2. Press POWER O to start the If the vehicle is left parked and efficiency. When the SPORT vehicle. running with the RKE transmitter indicator is not on, the vehicle is in outside the vehicle, it will continue Normal Mode. 3. Verify that the vehicle is to run for up to an hour. unplugged and the vehicle ready light is on. If the vehicle is left parked and running with the RKE transmitter 4. Press the shift lock release inside the vehicle, it will continue to button on the side of the shift run for up to two hour. lever. The timer will reset if the vehicle is 5. Move the shift lever into the taken out of P (Park) while it is desired position. running. 6. The P indicator will turn white and the gear indicator on the shift lever will turn red when the vehicle is no longer in P (Park). Press SPORT to select Sport Mode. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 187 Press SPORT again to return to Electric Drive Unit Normal Mode. { Warning An indicator will display in the It is dangerous to get out of the instrument cluster. vehicle if the P (Park) button is Each time the vehicle is started, it not pressed with the parking will return to Normal Mode. brake set. The vehicle can roll. Sport Mode may be unavailable if Do not leave the vehicle when the the battery charge is too low. propulsion system is running. If you have left the propulsion system running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, The vehicle uses an electric drive always set the parking brake and unit. The shift lever always starts from a center position. An amber press the P (Park) button. dot is displayed on the shift pattern. After releasing the shift lever, it will return to the center position. P: This position locks the drive wheels. Use P (Park) when starting the vehicle to ensure the vehicle does not move. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

188 Driving and Operating R: Use this gear to back up. At low vehicle speeds, R (Reverse) If the vehicle is shifted from either can be used to rock the vehicle R (Reverse) to D (Drive), back and forth to get out of snow, or D (Drive) to R (Reverse) while the ice, or sand without damaging the speed is too high, the vehicle will electric drive unit. shift to N (Neutral). Reduce the N: In this position, the propulsion vehicle speed and try the shift system does not connect with the again. wheels. To restart the propulsion To shift into R (Reverse): system when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Caution The shift lock release button is 2. From the center position, move designed to prevent inadvertent the shift lever forward, and The vehicle is not designed to shifting out of P (Park) unless the then to the left. R is illuminated stay in N (Neutral) for extended vehicle has been started, the brake in red. periods of time. It will pedal is applied, and the shift lock 3. After releasing the shift lever, it automatically shift into P (Park). release button is pressed. will return to the center When the vehicle is stopped, apply position. To shift into N (Neutral): the brakes and press the button on To shift out of R (Reverse): top of the shift lever to shift to 1. From the center position, move P (Park). 1. Bring the vehicle to a the shift lever forward. If the complete stop. vehicle is in P (Park), apply the The vehicle will not shift into brake pedal and press the shift P (Park) if it is moving too fast. Stop 2. Shift to the desired gear. lock release button while the vehicle and shift into P (Park). 3. After releasing the shift lever, it moving the shift lever forward. To shift in and out of P (Park), see will return to the center The shift lever indicator is Shifting Into Park and Shifting out position. illuminated in red. of Park. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 189 2. After releasing the shift lever, it 5. The indicator should continue Car Wash Mode (Vehicle will return to the center to show N. If it does not, repeat On) - Driver In Vehicle position. Steps 2–4. To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) To shift out of N (Neutral): 6. The vehicle is now ready for with the vehicle on and occupied: 1. Bring the vehicle to a the car wash. 1. Drive to the entrance of the complete stop. Car Wash Mode (Vehicle car wash. 2. Shift to the desired gear. Off) - Driver Out of Vehicle 2. Apply the brake pedal. 3. After releasing the shift lever, it To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) 3. Shift to N (Neutral). with the vehicle off and unoccupied: will return to the center 4. Release the brake pedal. position. 1. Drive to the entrance of the car wash. 5. The vehicle is now ready for Car Wash Mode the car wash. 2. Apply the brake pedal. This vehicle includes a Car Wash Car Wash Mode (Vehicle Mode that allows the vehicle to 3. Open the door. On) - Driver Out of Vehicle remain in N (Neutral) for use in 4. Shift to N (Neutral). automatic car washes. To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) 5. Turn off the vehicle and release with the vehicle on and unoccupied: Car Wash Mode (Vehicle the brake pedal. Off) - Driver In Vehicle 1. Drive to the entrance of the 6. The indicator should continue car wash. To place the vehicle in N (Neutral) to show N. If it does not, repeat 2. Apply the brake pedal. with the vehicle off and occupied: Steps 2–5. 3. Open the door. 1. Drive to the entrance of the 7. Exit the vehicle and close the car wash. door. The vehicle is now ready 4. Shift to N (Neutral). Then 2. Apply the brake pedal. for the car wash. release the brake pedal. 3. Shift to N (Neutral). 8. The vehicle may automatically 5. The indicator should continue shift into P (Park) upon reentry. to show N. If it does not, repeat 4. Turn off the vehicle and release Steps 2–4. the brake pedal. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

190 Driving and Operating 6. Exit the vehicle and close the 3. After releasing the shift lever, it One-Pedal Driving door. The vehicle is now ready will return to the center for the car wash. position. With One-Pedal Driving, the accelerator pedal can be used to 7. The vehicle may automatically control the deceleration of the shift into P (Park) upon reentry. Caution vehicle down to a complete stop. D: This position is for normal Spinning the tires excessively Completely lifting off the accelerator driving. If more power is needed for may damage the electric drive pedal will result in aggressive passing, press the accelerator unit. The repair will not be deceleration. Partially lifting off the pedal down. covered by the vehicle warranty. accelerator pedal will allow the To shift into D (Drive): If you are stuck, do not spin the deceleration of the vehicle to be adjusted as desired. 1. Bring the vehicle to a tires. complete stop. The amount of deceleration may vary under Regenerative Power 2. From the center position, move When stopping on a steep hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in Limited condition. See Power the shift lever back. If the Indicator Gauge 0 99. vehicle is in P (Park) press the place. shift lock release button on the When shifting to P (Park) on a hill, Use the brake pedal if emergency side of the shift lever, while use the brakes to hold the vehicle braking is required. moving the shift lever back. D then shift to P (Park). To use One-Pedal Driving, place the is illuminated in red. L: This position reduces vehicle vehicle in L (Low). Press the 3. After releasing the shift lever, it speed without using the brakes. Use accelerator pedal to the desired will return to the center L (Low) on very steep hills and in speed. The deceleration provided by position. stop-and-go traffic. One-Pedal Driving provides full regenerative braking and helps To shift out of D (Drive): increase energy efficiency. The 1. Bring the vehicle to a brake lamps may come on when the complete stop. accelerator pedal is released or 2. Shift to the desired gear. during substantial deceleration from regenerative braking. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 191 While operating in One-Pedal Brakes ABS does not change the time Driving, the electric parking brake needed to get a foot on the brake may apply in some circumstances. pedal and does not always This can occur when: Antilock Brake decrease stopping distance. If you . Driving on slopes. System (ABS) get too close to the vehicle ahead, there will not be enough time to The Antilock Brake System (ABS) . The driver’s door is open. apply the brakes if that vehicle helps prevent a braking skid and suddenly slows or stops. Always . The vehicle has remained maintain steering while leave enough room ahead to stop, stationary for 5 minutes. braking hard. even with ABS. . There is a problem with the ABS performs a system check when propulsion system. the vehicle is first driven. Using ABS To drive again, depress the A momentary motor or clicking noise Do not pump the brakes. Just hold accelerator pedal, and the electric may be heard while this test is going the brake pedal down firmly. parking brake will automatically on, and the brake pedal may move Hearing or feeling ABS operate is disengage. slightly. This is normal. normal. One-Pedal Driving may shift the car Braking in Emergencies into P (Park) if the vehicle is pushed once it has been stopped or if a ABS allows steering and braking at problem with the propulsion system the same time. In many develops. emergencies, steering can help even more than braking.

If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light 0 103. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

192 Driving and Operating Electric Parking Brake Before leaving the vehicle, check switch until the red parking brake the red parking brake status light to status light remains on. If the amber ensure that the parking brake is parking brake warning light is still applied. on, see your dealer. EPB Apply If the EPB is applied while the vehicle is moving, the vehicle will To apply the EPB: decelerate as long as the switch is 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a held up. If the switch is held up until complete stop. the vehicle comes to a stop, the EPB will remain applied. 2. Pull the EPB switch momentarily. The vehicle may automatically apply the EPB in some situations when The red parking brake status light the vehicle is not moving. This is will flash and then stay on once the normal, and is done to periodically EPB is fully applied. If the red The vehicle has an Electric Parking check the correct operation of the parking brake status light flashes EPB system. Brake (EPB). The EPB can always continuously, then the EPB is only be activated, even if the vehicle partially applied or there is a If the EPB fails to apply, block the is off. problem with the EPB. A DIC rear wheels to prevent vehicle The system has a red parking brake message will display. Release the movement. EPB and try to apply it again. If the status light and an amber parking EPB Release brake warning light. light does not come on, or keeps flashing, have the vehicle serviced. To release the EPB: There are also parking brake-related Do not drive the vehicle if the red Driver Information Center (DIC) O parking brake status light is flashing. 1. Press POWER to start the messages. See your dealer. vehicle. In case of insufficient electrical If the amber parking brake warning 2. Apply and hold the brake power, the EPB cannot be applied light is on, lift up on the EPB switch pedal. or released. and hold it up. Continue to hold the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 193 3. Press momentarily on the EPB drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration switch. when the EPB is applied, to Warning (Continued) preserve parking brake lining life. The EPB is released when the red You may not hear or feel alerts or parking brake status light is off. Brake Assist warnings provided by this system. If the amber parking brake warning Failure to use proper care when light is on, release the EPB by Brake Assist detects rapid brake driving may result in injury, death, pressing down on the EPB switch pedal applications due to or vehicle damage. See and holding it down. Continue to emergency braking situations and Defensive Driving 0 173. hold the switch until the red parking provides additional braking to brake status light is off. If either light activate the Antilock Brake System stays on after release is attempted, (ABS) if the brake pedal is not When the vehicle is stopped on a see your dealer. pushed hard enough to activate grade, Hill Start Assist (HSA) ABS normally. Minor noise, brake prevents the vehicle from rolling in an unintended direction during the Caution pedal pulsation, and/or pedal movement during this time may transition from brake pedal release to accelerator pedal apply. The Driving with the parking brake on occur. Continue to apply the brake pedal as the driving situation brakes release when the accelerator can overheat the brake system pedal is applied. If the accelerator and cause premature wear or dictates. Brake Assist disengages when the brake pedal is released. pedal is not applied within a few damage to brake system parts. minutes, the Electric Parking Brake Make sure that the parking brake Hill Start Assist (HSA) will apply. The brakes may also is fully released and the brake release under other conditions. Do warning light is off before driving. not rely on HSA to hold the vehicle. { Warning HSA is available when the vehicle is Automatic EPB Release Do not rely on the HSA feature. facing uphill in a forward gear, HSA does not replace the need to or when facing downhill in The EPB will automatically release if R (Reverse). The vehicle must the vehicle is running, placed into pay attention and drive safely. come to a complete stop on a grade gear, and an attempt is made to (Continued) for HSA to activate. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

194 Driving and Operating Regenerative Braking Cruise control will turn off and the Ride Control Systems brake lamps may come on when Some braking energy from the this feature is activated. moving vehicle is turned back into Traction Control/ electrical energy. This energy is If the vehicle is in D (Drive) and is Electronic Stability then stored back into the high brought to a complete stop while the voltage battery system, increasing Regen on Demand paddle is held, Control energy efficiency. the vehicle will not creep forward when the paddle is released. The System Operation Regen on Demand accelerator pedal must be pressed The vehicle has a Traction Control to move the vehicle forward. See System (TCS) and StabiliTrak/ “One-Pedal Driving” under Electric Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Drive Unit 0 187. an electronic stability control If the vehicle is on a steep grade, system. These systems help limit the brake pedal must be used to wheel slip and assist the driver in hold the vehicle. maintaining control, especially on slippery road conditions. Regenerative power may be limited when the battery is near full charge TCS activates if it senses that any or cold. The regen battery icon will of the drive wheels are spinning or appear gray when limited. The beginning to lose traction. When this regen power limit is also displayed happens, TCS applies the brakes to as a horizontal bar on the power the spinning wheels and reduces indicator gauge. propulsion system power to limit Regen on Demand allows increased wheel spin. Avoid using Regen On Demand deceleration by pressing and under slippery road conditions. StabiliTrak/ESC activates when the holding the steering wheel paddle. Under Regenerative Power Limited vehicle senses a difference between It works in D (Drive) and L (Low). Condition, the amount of vehicle the intended path and the direction The accelerator pedal can be used deceleration will be limited. Use the the vehicle is actually traveling. to manage deceleration while using brake pedal as the primary braking StabiliTrak/ESC selectively applies Regen on Demand. device. braking pressure to any one of the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 195 vehicle wheel brakes to assist the 2. Turn the vehicle off and wait driver in keeping the vehicle on the 15 seconds. intended path. 3. Start the vehicle. If cruise control is being used and d TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC begins to Drive the vehicle. If comes on and limit wheel spin, cruise control will stays on, the vehicle may need disengage. Cruise control may be The indicator light for both systems more time to diagnose the problem. turned back on when road is in the instrument cluster. This If the condition persists, see your conditions allow. light will: dealer. Both systems come on . Flash when TCS is limiting Turning the Systems Off automatically when the vehicle is wheel spin. and On started and begins to move. The . Flash when StabiliTrak/ESC is systems may be heard or felt while activated. they are operating or while performing diagnostic checks. This . Turn on and stay on when either is normal and does not mean there system is not working. is a problem with the vehicle. If either system fails to turn on or to It is recommended to leave both activate, a message displays in the systems on for normal driving Driver Information Center (DIC), and conditions, but it may be necessary d comes on and stays on to to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets indicate that the system is inactive stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. and is not assisting the driver in See “Turning the Systems Off and maintaining control. The vehicle is On” later in this section. safe to drive, but driving should be adjusted accordingly. If d comes on and stays on: 1. Stop the vehicle. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

196 Driving and Operating To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak/ Cruise Control Caution ESC, press and hold g until the traction off light i and StabiliTrak/ The cruise control lets the vehicle Do not repeatedly brake or maintain a speed of about 40 km/h accelerate heavily when TCS is ESC OFF light g come on and stay (25 mph) or more without keeping off. The vehicle driveline could be on in the instrument cluster. your foot on the accelerator. Cruise damaged. StabiliTrak can only be disabled control does not work at speeds below 56 km/h (35 mph). below 40 km/h (25 mph). To turn off only TCS, press and To turn TCS and StabiliTrak/ESC on release g. The traction off light i again, press and release g. The { Warning displays in the instrument cluster. traction off light i and StabiliTrak/ Cruise control can be dangerous ESC OFF light in the instrument To turn TCS on again, press and g where you cannot drive safely at cluster turn off. release g. The traction off light i a steady speed. Do not use displayed in the instrument cluster Adding accessories can affect the cruise control on winding roads or will turn off. vehicle performance. See in heavy traffic. Accessories and Modifications If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g 0 234. Cruise control can be dangerous is pressed, the system will not turn on slippery roads. On such roads, off until the wheels stop spinning. fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.

With the Traction Control System (TCS) or StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC), the system may begin to limit wheel spin while you are using cruise control. If this happens, the cruise control will Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 197 automatically disengage. See 5 : Press to turn the cruise control 3. Press and release −SET. The Traction Control/Electronic Stability system on and off. A white indicator desired set speed briefly Control 0 194. If a collision alert comes on in the instrument cluster appears in the instrument occurs when cruise control is when cruise is turned on. cluster. activated, cruise control is * : Press to disengage cruise 4. Remove foot from the disengaged. See Forward Collision accelerator pedal. Alert (FCA) System 0 204. When control without erasing the set road conditions allow you to safely speed from memory. The cruise control indicator on the use it again, cruise control can be +RES : If there is a set speed in instrument cluster turns green after turned back on. memory, press briefly to resume that cruise control has been set to the speed or press and hold to desired speed. See Instrument If the brakes or the Regen on Cluster 0 94. Demand paddle are applied, cruise accelerate. If cruise control is control disengages. already active, use to increase Resuming a Set Speed vehicle speed. Cruise control will disengage if If the cruise control is set at a either TCS or StabiliTrak/ESC is −SET : Press briefly to set the desired speed and then the brakes turned off. speed and activate cruise control. are applied or * is pressed, the If cruise control is already active, cruise control is disengaged without use to decrease vehicle speed. erasing the set speed from memory. Setting Cruise Control Once the vehicle speed reaches If 5 is on when not in use, −SET or about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, +RES could get bumped and go into briefly press +RES. The vehicle returns to the previous set speed. cruise when not desired. Keep 5 off when cruise is not being used. To set a speed: 1. Press 5 to turn the cruise system on. 2. Get up to the desired speed. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

198 Driving and Operating Increasing Speed While Using The speedometer reading can be speed down. If the brake pedal is Cruise Control displayed in either English or metric applied, cruise control will 0 If the cruise control system is units. See Instrument Cluster 94. disengage. already activated: The increment value used depends on the units displayed. Ending Cruise Control . Press and hold +RES until the There are five ways to end cruise vehicle accelerates to the Passing Another Vehicle While control: desired speed, then release it. Using Cruise Control . Step lightly on the brake pedal. . To increase the speed in small Use the accelerator pedal to increments, briefly press +RES. increase the vehicle speed. When . Press *. you take your foot off the pedal, the For each press, the vehicle goes . Shift the electric drive unit to vehicle will slow down to the about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. N (Neutral). previous set cruise speed. While The speedometer reading can be pressing the accelerator pedal or . Press 5 to turn the cruise displayed in either English or metric shortly following the release to 0 control system off completely. units. See Instrument Cluster 94. override cruise control, briefly The increment value used depends pressing −SET will result in cruise . Activate Regen on Demand. See on the units displayed. control set to the current vehicle “Regen on Demand” under Regenerative Braking 0 194. Reducing Speed While Using speed. Cruise Control Using Cruise Control on Hills Erasing Speed Memory If the cruise control system is How well the cruise control works The cruise control set speed is already activated: on hills depends upon the vehicle erased from memory if 5 is pressed . Press and hold −SET until the speed, load, and the steepness of or if the vehicle is turned off. desired lower speed is reached, the hills. When going up steep hills, then release it. you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the . To slow down in small vehicle speed. When going increments, briefly press −SET. downhill, you might have to brake or For each press, the vehicle goes shift to a lower gear to keep your about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Systems . Detect children, Complete attention is always This vehicle may have features that pedestrians, bicyclists, required while driving, and you work together to help avoid crashes or animals. should be ready to take action or reduce crash damage while . Detect vehicles or objects and apply the brakes and/or steer driving, backing, and parking. Read outside the area monitored the vehicle to avoid crashes. this entire section before using by the system. these systems. . Work at all driving speeds. Audible Alert { Warning . Warn you or provide you Some driver assistance features with enough time to avoid a alert the driver of obstacles by Do not rely on the Driver crash. beeping. To change the volume of Assistance Systems. These the warning chime, see Comfort . Work under poor visibility or “ systems do not replace the need and Convenience under Vehicle bad weather conditions. ” for paying attention and driving Personalization 0 121. safely. You may not hear or see . Work if the detection sensor Cleaning alerts or warnings provided by is not cleaned or is covered these systems. Failure to use by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. Depending on vehicle options, keep proper care when driving may . Work if the detection sensor these areas of the vehicle clean to result in injury, death, or vehicle is covered up, such as with ensure the best driver assistance damage. See Defensive Driving a sticker, magnet, or metal feature performance. Driver 0 173. plate. Information Center (DIC) messages may display when the systems are Under many conditions, these . Work if the area surrounding unavailable or blocked. systems will not: the detection sensor is damaged or not properly (Continued) repaired. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

200 Driving and Operating . Front camera lens in the front Rear Vision Camera (RVC) grille or near the front emblem When the vehicle is shifted into . Front side and rear side panels R (Reverse), the RVC displays an . Outside of the windshield in front image of the area behind the vehicle of the rearview mirror in the infotainment display. The previous screen displays when the . Side camera lens on the bottom vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) of the outside mirrors after a short delay. To return to the . Rear side corner bumpers previous screen sooner, press { on . Rear Vision Camera above the the center stack, shift into P (Park), license plate or reach a vehicle speed of approximately 12 km/h (8 mph). Radio Frequency Turn D to adjust the display This vehicle may be equipped with brightness while viewing the driver assistance systems that infotainment display. operate using radio frequency. See Radio Frequency Statement 0 322. Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera (RVC), Rear Park Assist (RPA), Surround Vision, and Rear Cross . Front and rear bumpers and the Traffic Alert (RCTA) may help the area below the bumpers driver park or avoid objects. Always check around the vehicle when . Front grille and headlamps parking or backing. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 201 1. View Displayed by the If d or a service message appears Camera on the infotainment display, there { Warning may be a camera malfunction. See The Surround Vision Cameras your dealer. have blind spots and will not Surround Vision display all objects near the corners of the vehicle. Folding If equipped, Surround Vision displays an image of the area side mirrors that are out of surrounding the vehicle, along with position will not display surround the front or rear camera views in the view correctly. Always check infotainment display. The front around the vehicle when parking camera is in the grille or near the or backing. 1. View Displayed by the front emblem, the side cameras are Camera on the bottom of the outside mirrors, 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper and the rear camera is above the license plate. Displayed images may be farther or closer than they appear. The area The Surround Vision system can be displayed is limited and objects that accessed by selecting CAMERA in are close to either corner of the the infotainment display or when the bumper or under the bumper do not vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). display. To return to the previous screen sooner, press any button on the A warning triangle may display to infotainment system, shift into show that RPA has detected an P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed object. This triangle changes from of approximately 12 km/h (8 mph). amber to red and increases in size the closer the object. 1. Views Displayed by the Surround Vision Cameras 2. Area Not Shown Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

202 Driving and Operating Camera Views Front/Rear Overhead View : Displays a Front or Rear Overhead View of the vehicle. Touching the button will toggle between the two views. Side Forward/Rearward View : Displays a view that shows objects next to the front or rear sides of the vehicle. Touch Side Forward/ Rearward View on the infotainment display when a camera view is active. Touching the button multiple 1. Views Displayed by the times will toggle between forward Surround Vision Cameras and rearward views. Park Assist and RCTA are not available when 2. Area Not Shown Touch the camera view buttons along the bottom of the infotainment Side Forward/Rearward view is display. active. Front/Rear Standard View : Park Assist Displays an image of the area in front or behind the vehicle. Touch If equipped with Rear Park Assist Front/Rear Standard View on the (RPA), as the vehicle moves at infotainment display when a camera speeds of less than 8 km/h (5 mph) view is active. Touching the button the sensors on the bumpers may multiple times will toggle between detect objects up to 2.3 m (7.5 ft) front and rear camera views. behind the vehicle within a zone of 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground If equipped, the front view camera and below bumper level. These also displays when the Park Assist detection distances may be shorter system detects an object within during warmer or humid weather. 30 cm (12 in). Blocked sensors will not detect Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 203 objects and can also cause false Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) detections. Keep the sensors clean If equipped, when the vehicle is of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush; shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA uses and clean sensors after a car wash a red warning triangle with a left or in freezing temperatures. right pointing arrow on the infotainment display to warn of { Warning traffic coming from the left or right. This system detects objects coming The Park Assist system does not from up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left detect children, pedestrians, or right side of the vehicle. When an bicyclists, animals, or objects object is detected, three beeps located below the bumper or that sound from the left or right, are too close or too far from the The instrument cluster may have a depending on the direction of the vehicle. It is not available at Park Assist display with bars that detected vehicle. speeds greater than 8 km/h show “distance to object” and object (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, location information for RPA. As the Assistance Systems for or vehicle damage, even with object gets closer, more bars light Driving Park Assist, always check the up and the bars change color from area around the vehicle and yellow to amber to red. When an If equipped, when driving the check all mirrors before moving object is first detected in the rear, vehicle in a forward gear, Forward forward or backing. one beep will be heard from the Collision Alert (FCA), Lane rear. When an object is very close, Departure Warning (LDW), Lane <0.6 m (2 ft) in the vehicle rear, five Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone beeps will sound from the rear Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert depending on object location. (LCA), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), and/or the Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System can help to avoid a crash or reduce crash damage. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

204 Driving and Operating Forward Collision Alert Warning (Continued) (FCA) System { Warning If equipped, the FCA system may does not warn of pedestrians, FCA does not provide a warning help to avoid or reduce the harm animals, signs, guardrails, to help avoid a crash, unless it caused by front-end crashes. When bridges, construction barrels, detects a vehicle. FCA may not approaching a vehicle ahead too or other objects. Be ready to take detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA quickly, FCA provides a red flashing action and apply the brakes. sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, alert on the windshield and rapidly or ice, or if the windshield is beeps. FCA also lights an amber Detecting the Vehicle Ahead damaged. It may also not detect a visual alert if following another vehicle on winding or hilly roads, vehicle much too closely. FCA or in conditions that can limit detects vehicles within a distance of visibility such as fog, rain, approximately 60 m (197 ft) and or snow, or if the headlamps or operates at speeds above windshield are not cleaned or in 8 km/h (5 mph). proper condition. Keep the windshield, headlamps, and FCA sensors clean and in good repair. { Warning FCA warnings will not occur unless FCA is a warning system and the FCA system detects a vehicle does not apply the brakes. When ahead. When a vehicle is detected, Collision Alert approaching a slower-moving or the vehicle ahead indicator will display green. Vehicles may not be stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, detected on curves, highway exit or when following a vehicle too ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; closely, FCA may not provide a or if a vehicle ahead is partially warning with enough time to help blocked by pedestrians or other avoid a crash. It also may not objects. FCA will not detect another provide any warning at all. FCA vehicle ahead until it is completely (Continued) in the driving lane. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 205 When your vehicle approaches and will affect the timing of both the vehicles, or shadows. These alerts another detected vehicle too rapidly, Collision Alert and the Tailgating are normal operation and the the red FCA display will flash on the Alert features. The timing of both vehicle does not need service. windshield. Also, eight rapid alerts will vary based on vehicle high-pitched beeps will sound from speed. The faster the vehicle speed, Cleaning the System the front. When this Collision Alert the farther away the alert will occur. If the FCA system does not seem to occurs, the brake system may Consider traffic and weather operate properly, this may correct prepare for driver braking to occur conditions when selecting the alert the issue: more rapidly which can cause a timing. The range of selectable alert brief, mild deceleration. Continue to timing may not be appropriate for all . Clean the outside of the apply the brake pedal as the driving drivers and driving conditions. windshield in front of the situation dictates. Cruise control rearview mirror. may be disengaged when the Following Distance Indication . Clean the entire front of the Collision Alert occurs. The following distance to a moving vehicle. vehicle you are following is . Clean the headlamps. Tailgating Alert indicated in following time in The vehicle ahead indicator will seconds on the Driver Information Automatic Emergency display amber when you are Center (DIC). Braking (AEB) following a detected vehicle ahead The minimum following time is much too closely. 0.5 seconds away. If there is no If the vehicle has Forward Collision Selecting the Alert Timing vehicle detected ahead, or the Alert (FCA), it also has AEB, which vehicle ahead is out of sensor includes Intelligent Brake The Collision Alert control is on the range, dashes will be displayed. Assist (IBA). When the system steering wheel. Press [ to set the detects a vehicle ahead in your path FCA timing to far, medium, near, Unnecessary Alerts that is traveling in the same or off. The first button press shows FCA may provide unnecessary direction that you may be about to the current control setting on the alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in crash into, it can provide a boost to DIC. Additional button presses will other lanes, objects that are not braking or automatically brake the change this setting. The chosen vehicle. This can help avoid or setting will remain until it is changed lessen the severity of crashes when Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

206 Driving and Operating driving in a forward gear. Depending Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a on the situation, the vehicle may Warning (Continued) stop. Release the EPB or firmly automatically brake moderately or press the accelerator pedal. hard. This automatic emergency AEB may not: braking can only occur if a vehicle is . Detect a vehicle ahead on detected. This is shown by the FCA { Warning winding or hilly roads. vehicle ahead indicator being lit. AEB may automatically brake the See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) . Detect all vehicles, vehicle suddenly in situations System 0 204. especially vehicles with a where it is unexpected and trailer, tractors, muddy The system works when driving in a undesired. It could respond to a vehicles, etc. forward gear between 8 km/h turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). . Detect a vehicle when signs, and other non-moving It can detect vehicles up to weather limits visibility, such objects. To override AEB, firmly approximately 60 m (197 ft). as in fog, rain, or snow. press the accelerator pedal, if it is . Detect a vehicle ahead if it safe to do so. { Warning is partially blocked by pedestrians or other objects. AEB is an emergency crash Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) preparation feature and is not Complete attention is always IBA may activate when the brake designed to avoid crashes. Do required while driving, and you pedal is applied quickly by providing not rely on AEB to brake the should be ready to take action a boost to braking based on the vehicle. AEB will not brake and apply the brakes and/or steer speed of approach and distance to outside of its operating speed the vehicle to avoid crashes. a vehicle ahead. range and only responds to Minor brake pedal pulsations or detected vehicles. AEB may slow the vehicle to a pedal movement during this time is (Continued) complete stop to try to avoid a normal and the brake pedal should potential crash. If this happens, AEB continue to be applied as needed. may engage the Electric Parking Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 207 IBA will automatically disengage Front Pedestrian Braking of approximately 40 m (131 ft). only when the brake pedal is During nighttime driving, system released. (FPB) System performance is very limited. If equipped, the FPB system may { Warning help avoid or reduce the harm { Warning caused by front-end crashes with IBA may increase vehicle braking nearby pedestrians when driving in FPB does not provide an alert or in situations when it may not be a forward gear. FPB displays an automatically brake the vehicle, necessary. You could block the amber indicator, ~, when a unless it detects a pedestrian. flow of traffic. If this occurs, take pedestrian is detected ahead. When FPB may not detect pedestrians, your foot off the brake pedal and approaching a detected pedestrian including children: then apply the brakes as needed. too quickly, FPB provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and . When the pedestrian is not rapidly beeps. FPB can provide a directly ahead, fully visible, AEB and IBA can be disabled boost to braking or automatically or standing upright, or when through vehicle personalization. See brake the vehicle. This system part of a group. “Collision/Detection Systems” under includes Intelligent Brake Assist . Due to poor visibility, 0 Vehicle Personalization 121. (IBA), and the Automatic including nighttime A system unavailable message may Emergency Braking (AEB) System conditions, fog, rain, display if: may also respond to pedestrians. or snow. See Automatic Emergency Braking . If the FPB sensor is blocked . The front of the vehicle or (AEB) 0 205. windshield is not clean. by dirt, snow, or ice. The FPB system can detect and . If the headlamps or . Heavy rain or snow is interfering alert to pedestrians in a forward with object detection. windshield are not cleaned gear at speeds between 8 km/h or in proper condition. . There is a problem with the (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). StabiliTrak system. During daytime driving, the system (Continued) The AEB system does not need detects pedestrians up to a distance service. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

208 Driving and Operating a nearby pedestrian is detected in Automatic Braking Warning (Continued) front of the vehicle, the pedestrian If FPB detects it is about to crash ahead indicator will display amber. Be ready to take action and apply into a pedestrian directly ahead, and the brakes. For more information, Front Pedestrian Alert the brakes have not been applied, see Defensive Driving 0 173. FPB may automatically brake Keep the windshield, headlamps, moderately or brake hard. This can and FPB sensor clean and in help to avoid some very low speed good repair. pedestrian crashes or reduce pedestrian injury. FPB can automatically brake to detected FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert pedestrians between 8 km/h (5 mph) and Brake through vehicle and 80 km/h (50 mph). Automatic personalization. See “Collision/ When the vehicle approaches a braking levels may be reduced Detection Systems” under Vehicle pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the under certain conditions, such as Personalization 0 121. red FPB alert display will flash on higher speeds. the windshield. Eight rapid Detecting the Pedestrian high-pitched beeps will sound from If this happens, Automatic Braking Ahead the front. When this Pedestrian Alert may engage the Electric Parking occurs, the brake system may Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a prepare for driver braking to occur stop. Release the EPB. A firm press more rapidly which can cause a of the accelerator pedal will also brief, mild deceleration. Continue to release Automatic Braking and apply the brake pedal as needed. the EPB. Cruise control may be disengaged when the Front Pedestrian Alert FPB alerts and automatic braking occurs. will not occur unless the FPB system detects a pedestrian. When Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 209 Side Blind Zone will light up in the corresponding { Warning outside mirror and will flash if the Alert (SBZA) turn signal is on. FPB may alert or automatically If equipped, the SBZA system is a brake the vehicle suddenly in lane-changing aid that assists { Warning situations where it is unexpected drivers with avoiding crashes that and undesired. It could falsely occur with moving vehicles in the LCA does not alert the driver to alert or brake for objects similar in side blind zone (or spot) areas. vehicles outside of the system shape or size to pedestrians, When the vehicle is in a forward detection zones, pedestrians, including shadows. This is normal gear, the left or right side mirror bicyclists, or animals. It may not operation and the vehicle does display will light up if a moving provide alerts when changing not need service. To override vehicle is detected in that blind lanes under all driving conditions. Automatic Braking, firmly press zone. If the turn signal is activated Failure to use proper care when and a vehicle is also detected on the accelerator pedal, if it is safe changing lanes may result in to do so. the same side, the display will flash as an extra warning not to change injury, death, or vehicle damage. lanes. Since this system is part of Before making a lane change, Automatic Braking can be disabled the Lane Change Alert (LCA) always check mirrors, glance over through vehicle personalization. See system, read the entire LCA section your shoulder, and use the turn “Front Pedestrian Detection” in before using this feature. signals. “Collision/Detection Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 121. Lane Change Alert (LCA) Cleaning the System If equipped, the LCA system is a If FPB does not seem to operate lane-changing aid that assists properly, cleaning the outside of the drivers with avoiding lane change windshield in front of the rearview crashes that occur with moving mirror may correct the issue. vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning display Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

210 Driving and Operating LCA Detection Zones How the System Works If the turn signal is activated in the same direction as a detected The LCA symbol lights up in the vehicle, this display will flash as an side mirrors when the system extra warning not to change lanes. detects a moving vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side blind LCA can be disabled through zone or rapidly approaching that vehicle personalization. See zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol “Collision/Detection Systems” under indicates it may be unsafe to Vehicle Personalization 0 121. change lanes. Before making a lane If LCA is disabled by the driver, the change, check the LCA display, LCA mirror displays will not light up. check mirrors, glance over your 1. SBZA Detection Zone shoulder, and use the turn signals. When the System Does Not 2. LCA Detection Zone Seem to Work Properly The LCA sensor covers a zone of The LCA system requires some approximately one lane over from driving for the system to calibrate to both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m maximum performance. This (11 ft). The height of the zone is calibration may occur more quickly if approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) the vehicle is driven on a straight and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror highway road with traffic and Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) Display Display roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, warning area starts at approximately barriers). When the vehicle is started, both the middle of the vehicle and goes LCA displays may not come on outside mirror LCA displays will back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also when passing a vehicle quickly or briefly come on to indicate the warned of vehicles rapidly for a stopped vehicle. LCA may alert system is operating. When the approaching from up to 25 m (82 ft) to objects attached to the vehicle, vehicle is in a forward gear, the left behind the vehicle. such as a bicycle, or object or right side mirror display will light extending out to either side of the up if a moving vehicle is detected in vehicle. Attached objects may also the next lane over in that blind zone interfere with the detection of or rapidly approaching that zone. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 211 vehicles. This is normal system system is clean, the system may operation; the vehicle does not need need service. Take the vehicle to { Warning service. your dealer. The LKA system does not LCA may not always alert the driver Lane Keep Assist (LKA) continuously steer the vehicle. to vehicles in the next lane over, It may not keep the vehicle in the especially in wet conditions or when If equipped, LKA may help avoid lane or give a Lane Departure driving on sharp curves. The system crashes due to unintentional lane Warning (LDW) alert, even if a does not need to be serviced. The departures. This system uses a lane marking is detected. system may light up due to camera to detect lane markings guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 The LKA and LDW systems other non-moving objects. This is km/h (112 mph). It may assist by may not: normal system operation; the gently turning the steering wheel if . Provide an alert or enough vehicle does not need service. the vehicle approaches a detected steering assist to avoid a LCA may not operate when the LCA lane marking. It may also provide a lane departure or crash. sensors in the left or right corners of Lane Departure Warning (LDW) . Detect lane markings under the rear bumper are covered with alert if the vehicle crosses a poor weather or visibility mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in detected lane marking. LKA can be conditions. This can occur if heavy rainstorms. For cleaning overriden by turning the steering the windshield or instructions, see "Washing the wheel. This system is not intended headlamps are blocked by Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 291. to keep the vehicle centered in the dirt, snow, or ice; if they are If the DIC still displays the system lane. LKA will not assist and alert if not in proper condition; or if unavailable message after cleaning the turn signal is active in the the sun shines directly into both sides of the vehicle toward the direction of lane departure, or if it the camera. rear corners of the vehicle, see your detects that you are accelerating, dealer. braking or actively steering. . Detect road edges. If the LCA displays do not light up . Detect lanes on winding or when moving vehicles are in the hilly roads. side blind zone or rapidly (Continued) approaching this zone and the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

212 Driving and Operating When on, A is white, if equipped, Warning (Continued) { Warning indicating that the system is not If LKA only detects lane markings Using LKA while towing a trailer ready to assist. A is green if LKA on one side of the road, it will or on slippery roads could cause is ready to assist. LKA may assist only assist or provide an LDW loss of control of the vehicle and by gently turning the steering wheel alert when approaching the lane a crash. Turn the system off. if the vehicle approaches a detected on the side where it has detected lane marking. A is amber when assisting. It may also provide a a lane marking. Even with LKA How the System Works and LDW, you must steer the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) vehicle. Always keep your LKA uses a camera sensor installed alert by flashing A amber if the attention on the road and on the windshield ahead of the vehicle crosses a detected lane maintain proper vehicle position rearview mirror to detect lane marking. Additionally, there may be within the lane, or vehicle markings. It may provide brief three beeps, or the driver seat may pulse three times, on the right or damage, injury, or death could steering assist if it detects an unintended lane departure. It may left, depending on the lane occur. Always keep the further provide an audible alert or departure direction. windshield, headlamps, and the driver seat may pulse indicating Take Steering camera sensors clean and in that a lane marking has been good repair. Do not use LKA in crossed. The LKA system does not bad weather conditions or on continuously steer the vehicle. roads with unclear lane markings, To turn LKA on and off, press A If LKA does not detect active driver such as construction zones. on the steering wheel. If equipped, steering, an alert and chime may be the indicator light on the button provided. Steer the vehicle to comes on when LKA is on and turns dismiss. LKA may become off when LKA is disabled. temporarily unavailable after repeated take steering alerts. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 213 When the System Does Not A camera blocked message may Charging Seem to Work Properly display if the camera is blocked. Some driver assistance systems The system performance may be may have reduced performance or When to Charge affected by: not work at all. An LKA or LDW When the high voltage battery is . Close vehicles ahead. unavailable message may display if getting low, charging messages may the systems are temporarily . Sudden lighting changes, such display. unavailable. This message could be as when driving through tunnels. due to a blocked camera. The LKA The CHARGE VEHICLE SOON . Banked roads. system does not need service. message indicates that the driving range is low and the vehicle needs . Roads with poor lane markings, Clean the outside of the windshield behind the rearview mirror. to be charged soon. As the charge such as two-lane roads. level drops, the PROPULSION If the LKA system is not functioning LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts POWER IS REDUCED message is properly when lane markings are may occur due to tar marks, displayed and the accelerator pedal clearly visible, cleaning the shadows, cracks in the road, response is reduced. In addition, the windshield may help. temporary or construction lane remaining range value will change markings, or other road to LOW indicating the vehicle imperfections. This is normal system should be charged immediately. operation; the vehicle does not need service. Turn LKA off if these When the energy is fully depleted, conditions continue. the OUT OF ENERGY, CHARGE VEHICLE NOW message displays and the vehicle slows to a stop. Brake and steering assist will still operate. Once the vehicle has stopped, turn the vehicle off. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

214 Driving and Operating Plug-In Charging Charge times will vary based on The vehicle cannot be driven while battery condition, charge level, and the charge cord is plugged into the This section explains the process outside temperature. See vehicle. for charging the high voltage battery. Programmable Charging 0 107 for Do not allow the vehicle to remain in charge mode selection. Charging Override temperature extremes for long A CHARGING OVERRIDE/ periods without being driven or If equipped, the vehicle can be charged using DC charging INTERRUPTION OCCURRED plugged in. It is recommended that message may display to indicate the vehicle be plugged in when equipment typically found at service stations and other public locations. that a charging override or temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F) interruption has occurred due to one and above 32 °C (90 °F) to When using a DC charging station or more of the following events: maximize high voltage battery life. with at least 80 kW of available power, it will take approximately . Override of the charge settings When using a 120-volt AC electrical by the owner. outlet, it will take approximately 30 minutes to recharge from a 55 hours to charge the vehicle from depleted battery to an estimated . Unintended interruption of AC a fully depleted battery with the 145 km (90 mi) of driving range. power at the vehicle's 12 amp AC current setting, allowing This time estimate is applicable to charge port. nominal temperature ranges. In approximately 6 km (4 mi) for every . Interruption of charging by the hour of charging. extreme hot or cold conditions, this time may be lengthened. A full utility company. When using a 240-volt charging charge will take additional time. There are several screens that will station, it will take approximately display depending on the current 10 hours to charge the vehicle with The charging system may run fans and pumps that result in sounds charging status. See Programmable the 32 amp setting, allowing Charging 0 107. approximately 40 km (25 mi) for from the vehicle while it is turned every hour of charging. off. Additionally, clicking sounds A loss of AC power alert may sound may be caused by the electrical for a short time if AC power is lost devices used while charging. for over one minute. This sound alert can be turned off. See Vehicle The vehicle does not require indoor 0 charging area ventilation before, Personalization 121. during, or after charging. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 215 AC Charging In cold weather conditions, ice “Portable Cord Limit Selection” may form around the charge under Programmable Charging port door. Remove ice from the 0 107. area before attempting to open or close the charge port door.

AC Charge Cord Vehicle Plug Start Charge 1. Make sure the vehicle is parked.

5. Plug in the AC vehicle plug of the charge cord into the charge 3. Open the liftgate, lift the load port on the vehicle. Make sure floor cover, and remove the the AC vehicle plug is fully charge cord. connected to the AC charge 4. Plug the charge cord into the port. If it is not properly seated, electrical outlet. Verify the the charge may not occur. charge cord status and select 6. Verify that the Charging Status the appropriate charge level. Indicator illuminates on top of See Electrical Requirements the instrument panel and an 2. Push the rearward edge of the for Battery Charging 0 229. audible chirp occurs. See charge port door and release to See Charge Cord 0 222. See Charging Status Feedback open the door. 0 218. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

216 Driving and Operating 7. To arm the charge cord theft DC Charging (If Equipped) may not open on the first alert, lock the vehicle twice with attempt. Remove ice from the the RKE transmitter. To disarm DC Charging Station Hardware area and repeat attempting to this feature, see Charging Check the charge station DC open the charge port door. Options 0 117. vehicle plug for compatibility with the DC charge port on this vehicle. End Charge When recharging at a DC fast 1. Unlock the vehicle with the charge station, the power cable RKE transmitter to disarm the connected to the vehicle must be charge cord theft alert. less than 10 m (33 ft) in length. 2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the Follow the steps listed on the charge cord from the vehicle. charging station to perform a DC Unlock the vehicle plug of the vehicle charge. charge cord from the vehicle by If for any reason DC charging does pressing the button on the top not begin or is interrupted, check of the charge cord plug. the DC charge station display for 3. Close the charge port door by messages. Unplug to restart the DC pressing firmly in the center charge process. 3. Unlatch the DC charging dust until it latches. cover and lower it fully. Start Charge 4. Unplug the charge cord from 4. Plug in the DC vehicle plug into the electrical outlet. 1. Make sure the vehicle is the DC charge port on the parked. vehicle. Make sure that the DC 5. Place the charge cord into the vehicle plug is fully connected storage compartment. 2. Push the rearward edge of the charge port door and release to to the DC charge port. If it is open the door. not properly seated then the charge may not occur. Proper In cold weather conditions, ice plug connection can be may form around the charge checked by information on port door. The charge port door the DIC. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 217 5. Follow the steps listed on the To stop the charge when inside the If the vehicle plug does not charging station to start vehicle, use the Stop button on the unlock from the vehicle charge charging. Charging screen, or press the port after a charge, contact 6. Once charging, the DC vehicle button on top of the AC vehicle cord Roadside Assistance for plug will be locked to the DC handle. assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 316. charge port and cannot be Stop Charge — Automatic disconnected while charging is 2. Unplug the DC vehicle plug active. When the vehicle no longer needs from the DC charge port on the to use power from the charging 7. Verify that the Charging Status vehicle and close the dust station, it will stop charging and the cover. Indicator illuminates on top of DC vehicle plug will be unlocked the instrument panel and an from the DC charge port. 3. Close the charge port door by audible chirp occurs. See pressing firmly in the center Charging Status Feedback Energy can still be consumed from until it latches. 0 218. the charging station when the vehicle’s displays and indicators 4. The Electric Parking Brake show that the battery is fully should be manually Caution charged. This is to ensure the disengaged before driving the battery is in optimal temperature vehicle. Do not attempt to disconnect the operating range to maximize vehicle DC vehicle plug while charging is 5. To start another DC charge, range. See Programmable Charging remove the DC vehicle plug active. This action may damage 0 107. and reconnect. the vehicle or charging station End Charge hardware. Delayed Charging 1. Wait until the charging process Override Stop Charge has been fully stopped, the vehicle plug is unlocked, and To temporarily override a delayed Controls on the charging station can the Charging Status Indicator is charge event, unplug the charge be used to stop the charge process solid green or off. cord from the charge port and then at any time. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

218 Driving and Operating plug it back in within five seconds. The vehicle has a Charging Status cord. The CSI may stay solid A single audible chirp will sound Indicator (CSI) at the center of the yellow longer depending on the and charging will begin immediately. instrument panel near the vehicle and if there is a total windshield. When the vehicle is utility interruption. See Utility To cancel a temporary override, 0 unplug the charge cord, wait for plugged in and vehicle power is off, Interruption of Charging 228. 10 seconds, and then plug the the CSI indicates the following: This may also indicate that the charging system has detected a charge cord back in. A double . Short Flashing Green – Vehicle audible chirp will sound and is plugged in. Battery is not fully fault and will not charge the charging will be delayed. charged. Flash rate increases battery. See “Charge Cord from one to four flashes as Status Indicators” under Charge See Programmable Charging 0 107 Cord 0 222. for advanced charge scheduling battery charges. If the vehicle is plugged in and options. ‐ One Flash: 0–25% Charge vehicle power is on, the CSI will Two Flashes: 26 50% Charge Charging Status ‐ – flash or will be solid green, ‐ Three Flashes: 51–75% depending on the charge level. Feedback Charge If the vehicle is plugged in and the ‐ Four Flashes: 76–100% CSI is off, a total utility interruption Charge or a charging fault has been detected. See Utility Interruption of . Long Flashing Green – Vehicle Charging 0 228 or “Charge Cord is plugged in. Battery is not fully Status Indicators” under Charge charged. Battery charging is Cord 0 222. delayed. A message displays if the vehicle is . Solid Green – Vehicle is plugged not able to charge. in. Battery is fully charged. Following is the vehicle feedback . Solid Yellow – Vehicle is plugged when the charge cord is plugged in. in. It is normal for the CSI to turn yellow for a few seconds after plugging in a compatible charge Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Charging Status Sound Action/Reason Indicator Short Flashing Green One audible chirp Vehicle is charging. (flash rate increases from one to four as the battery charges) Long Flashing Green Two audible chirps Charging is delayed by Programmable Charging or by a total utility interruption, if equipped. Charging will begin later. See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 228. Short Flashing Green Two audible chirps Vehicle is charging but will be delayed by (one to four flashes Programmable Charging at least once depending on charge before the charge is complete. level) Solid Green None Charging is complete. Yellow (upon plug-in) None Charge cord is OK and the vehicle is preparing to charge. Yellow (for extended None Charge cord is OK, but the vehicle is time period after not charging. This may be due to a total plug-in) utility interruption, and charging will begin later. This may also occur if the vehicle has detected a high voltage charging system fault. See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 228 or Service Vehicle Soon Light 0 102. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Charging Status Sound Action/Reason Indicator Short Flashing Green Four audible chirps Insufficient time to fully charge by departure (from one to four time due to the selected rate preference. flashes depending on To increase the battery state of charge at charge level) or Long the departure time, perform a delayed Flashing Green charging override. See Delayed Charging Override 0 217. None (upon plug-in) None Check charge cord connection. None (after Green or None Check charge cord connection. Yellow CSI observed) If connection is good, this may be due to a power failure or a total utility interruption, and charging will begin later. This may also occur if the vehicle has detected a high voltage charging system fault. See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 228 or Service Vehicle Soon Light 0 102. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Charging Status Sound Action/Reason Indicator None Repeated audible chirps Electricity was interrupted before charging To disable this feature, see “Charge Power was complete. Repeated chirps will stop if Loss Alert” under Vehicle Personalization power is restored within 90 seconds. 0 121. To stop this alert, do one of the following: . Unplug the charge cord. . Press K on the RKE transmitter. . Press and hold 7 on the RKE transmitter, then press again to stop the panic alarm. . Press the horn pad. None Three audible chirps Charge port door is open. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

222 Driving and Operating Charge Cord . Before plugging into any electrical outlet, have a qualified IMPORTANT SAFETY electrician inspect and verify the INSTRUCTIONS electrical system (electrical outlet, wiring, junctions, and protection devices) for heavy-duty service at a 12 amp continuous load. . Electrical outlets may wear out with normal usage or may be damaged over time, making This symbol indicates risk of them unsuitable for electric electrical shock if misused. 1. Wall Plug vehicle charging. See Radio Frequency Statement 2. Status Indicators . Check the electrical outlet/plug 0 322. 3. Vehicle Plug while charging and discontinue A portable charge cord used to 4. Release Button use if the electrical outlet/plug is charge the vehicle high voltage hot, then have the electrical battery is stored under the load floor Important Information about outlet serviced by a qualified in the rear cargo area. Portable Electric Vehicle Charging electrician. . Charging an electric vehicle can . When outdoors, plug into an stress a building’s electrical electrical outlet that is system more than a typical weatherproof while in use. household appliance. . Mount the charge cord to reduce strain on the electrical outlet/plug. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 223 . Do not place the charge cord in a position where it is expected to Danger (Continued) Warning (Continued) be submerged in water. . Do not use an electrical . Never leave children { Danger outlet that is on a circuit with unattended near the vehicle other electrical loads. while the vehicle is charging Improper use of portable electric and never allow children to vehicle charge cords may cause play with the charge cord. a fire, electrical shock, or burns, . If the plug provided does and may result in damage to { Warning not fit the electrical outlet, property, serious injury, or death. When using electric products, do not modify the plug. Arrange for a qualified . Do not use extension cords, basic precautions should always electrician to inspect the multi-outlet power strips, be followed, including the splitters, grounding electrical outlet. following: adaptors, surge protectors, . Do not put fingers into the or similar devices. . Read all the safety warnings electric vehicle connector. and instructions before . Do not use an electrical using this product. Failure to outlet that is worn or follow the warnings and the damaged, or will not hold instructions may result in the plug firmly in place. electric shock, fire, and/or . Do not use an electrical serious injury. outlet that is not properly (Continued) grounded. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

224 Driving and Operating Charge Cord Status Indicators { Warning Warning (Continued) After plugging in the charge cord, it . To reduce the risk of fire, . Do not use this product if will perform a quick self test. installations shall comply the enclosure or the vehicle Verify the charge cord status. with the requirements of plug is broken, cracked, When the O indicator is lit solid National Electric Code, open, or shows any other green, the charge cord is ready to ANSI/NFPA 70 (USA), indication of damage. charge the vehicle. Canadian Electrical Code . The plug must be plugged The charge cord utilizes a CSA 22.1 and IEC 60364 – into an appropriate electrical Electrical installations in outlet that is properly combination of the O and P buildings, depending on the installed in accordance with indicators to display the status of region in which the unit is all local codes and the charge cord per the following being installed. The installer ordinances. Do not modify table. shall comply with any the plug provided with the additional local product. If the plug does not requirements mandated by fit the electrical outlet, have the country and/or a proper electrical outlet municipality. installed by a qualified . Do not use this product if electrician. If ground is the flexible power cord or missing, the charge cord the electric vehicle cable is indicators will indicate an frayed, has broken electrical system fault and insulation, or shows any the vehicle may not charge. other signs of damage. . For Canada only: Not for use in commercial garages. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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O P Symbol Fault/Condition/Event

O ( @ No Faults: The charge cord is receiving power from the Solid Green Off (No Light) electrical outlet and is ready to supply it to the vehicle.

Electrical Outlet/Plug Fault: The charge cord has detected that the electrical outlet/plug overheated. Electrical outlets may wear out with normal usage or may be damaged over time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging. n O b Flashing Green Solid Red R p Do not use an electrical outlet that is worn, damaged, or one that will not hold the plug firmly in place. Use another electrical outlet or have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician. Reset the charge cord by unplugging the charge cord from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it. Electrical System Fault: The charge cord has detected a ( O missing or improper ground within the building's electrical Off (No Light) Solid Red R o system. Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly grounded. Use another electrical outlet or have a qualified electrician inspect and verify the building's electrical system. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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O P Symbol Fault/Condition/Event

Vehicle Fault: The charge cord ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) has tripped. Ensure that there is no physical damage to the charge cord, and that the vehicle plug is seated ( n b Off (No Light) Flashing Red R completely and making a good connection. Reset the charge cord by unplugging it from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it. If the fault remains, see an authorized dealer for service. Charge Cord Fault: The charge cord has detected a potential O n problem with the charge cord. Reset the charge cord by R m Solid Green Flashing Red unplugging it from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it. If the fault remains, see an authorized dealer for service.

If no status indicators are lit, ensure the electrical outlet is powered. { Warning Warning (Continued) Charge Level Selection Using a charge level that exceeds lowest charge level if the the electrical circuit or electrical electrical circuit or electrical outlet Charge level selection can be made using the Charge Mode tab on the outlet capacity may start a fire or capacity is not known. Charging screen on the infotainment damage the electrical circuit. Use display. See “Portable Cord Limit the lowest charge level until a Grounding Instructions Selection” under Programmable qualified electrician inspects the Charging 0 107. electrical circuit capacity. Use the The charge circuit must be grounded. If this charge circuit (Continued) should malfunction or break down, grounding provides a path of least Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 227 resistance for electric current to Mounting Instructions reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

{ Warning Improper connection of the 3. Mark and drill the mounting holes in a wall stud or suitable charge cord ground may cause structure. Stay away from any electrical shock. Check with a 1. Identify an appropriate location for the charge cord. power source. qualified electrician if there is doubt as to whether the charge 2. Locate a mounting support, Space the holes 18.7 cm circuit is properly grounded. Do such as a wall stud. (7 3/8 in) apart. not modify the plug provided with The appropriate height for 4. Install the mounting screws in the product. If it will not fit the mounting the charge cord is the wall surface leaving the electrical outlet, have a proper 91 cm (36 in) from the floor. head of the screws 5 mm electrical outlet installed by a (3/16 in) from the surface. qualified electrician. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

228 Driving and Operating Lock Feature When electrical grid power is completely blocked, the vehicle will delay charging until the utility interruption has expired. The vehicle should be left plugged in so that the vehicle can automatically begin charging. Changing the charge mode to Immediate or performing a delayed charging override will not disable a utility interruption. A lock can be added to the vehicle A pop-up will appear in the 5. Securely mount the charge plug for additional security. infotainment display while starting cord on to the screws. FCC Information the vehicle following any utility 6. Connect the wall plug to the interruption. See “Charging See Radio Frequency Statement Interrupted or Overridden Pop-Up electrical outlet. 0 ” 322. under Programmable Charging 7. Connect the vehicle plug to the 0 107. charge port. Utility Interruption of A message will display on the Charging instrument cluster indicating that a This vehicle will respond to requests utility interruption has occurred. through the utility company to limit or completely block electrical power grid usage. This feature is inactive during DC charging. A utility interruption of charging will lengthen the vehicle charge time. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 229 Charging Station Electrical Requirements Caution Troubleshooting for Battery Charging If the vehicle does not charge after This vehicle is capable of being Do not use portable or stationary being plugged in to a residential charged with most standard vehicle backup generating equipment to 240-volt charging station: charging equipment that complies charge the vehicle. This may 1. Verify that the charge mode is with one or more of the following: cause damage to the vehicle's set to Immediate. charging system. Only charge the . SAE J1772 vehicle from utility supplied 2. Verify that the charging . SAE J2847-2 power. station’s circuit breaker has not been tripped. . IEC 61851-1 3. Plug the portable charge cord . IEC 61851-22 into the wall outlet, verify that . IEC 61851-23 the indicator light on the charge cord is solid green, and . IEC 61851-24 connect it to the vehicle. See . IEC 62196-1 “Charge Cord Status . IEC 62196-2 Indicators” in Charge Cord 0 222. . IEC 62196-3 4. If the vehicle charges with the . ISO 15118 portable charge cord, there The portable charge cord requires a may be a problem with the minimum circuit capacity of charging station. Try to charge 120 volts and 15 amps. the vehicle with a different 240-volt charging station, such as a public station. If both attempts charge the vehicle, contact the charging station manufacturer. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Trailer Towing Conversions and Caution Add-Ons General Towing Some electrical equipment can Information Add-On Electrical damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the { Warning vehicle warranty. Always check Never tow a trailer with your { Warning with your dealer before adding vehicle. It was not designed or electrical equipment. The Data Link Connector (DLC) is intended to tow a trailer. used for vehicle service and Emission Inspection/Maintenance Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the testing. See Service Vehicle Soon vehicle is not operating. Light 0 102. A device connected to the DLC — such as an When adding electrical equipment, it aftermarket fleet or should only be connected using the driver-behavior tracking device — accessory power outlets. The may interfere with vehicle maximum power that can be systems. This could affect vehicle supplied by one accessory power operation and cause a crash. outlet or spread across all three is 200 watts or 15 amps. Exceeding Such devices may also access 200 watts or 15 amps may cause information stored in the vehicle’s erratic vehicle operation. systems. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Driving and Operating 231 The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 57 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 57. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

232 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Tire Terminology and Vehicle Care Front Headlamp Aiming ...... 247 Definitions ...... 260 Tire Pressure ...... 263 Bulb Replacement Tire Pressure Monitor General Information Bulb Replacement ...... 247 System ...... 264 General Information ...... 233 Halogen Bulbs ...... 247 Tire Pressure Monitor Proposition High Intensity Discharge (HID) Operation ...... 265 65 Warning ...... 233 Lighting ...... 248 Tire Inspection ...... 269 California Perchlorate LED Lighting ...... 248 ...... 269 Materials Requirements . . . . . 234 Taillamps, Turn Signal, When It Is Time for New Accessories and Stoplamps, and Back-Up Tires ...... 270 Modifications ...... 234 Lamps ...... 248 Buying New Tires ...... 271 Vehicle Checks License Plate Lamp ...... 249 Different Size Tires and Doing Your Own Electrical System Wheels ...... 273 Uniform Tire Quality Service Work ...... 234 High Voltage Devices and Grading ...... 273 Hood ...... 235 Wiring ...... 249 Wheel Alignment and Tire Underhood Compartment Electrical System Overload . . . 250 Balance ...... 275 Overview ...... 237 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 250 Wheel Replacement ...... 275 Cooling System ...... 238 Underhood Compartment Fuse Tire Chains ...... 276 Washer Fluid ...... 239 Block ...... 251 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 276 Brakes ...... 240 Instrument Panel Fuse Tire Sealant and Brake Fluid ...... 241 Block ...... 255 Battery - North America ...... 242 Compressor Kit ...... 277 Park Brake and P (Park) Wheels and Tires Storing the Tire Sealant and Mechanism Check ...... 244 Tires ...... 257 Compressor Kit ...... 283 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 244 All-Season Tires ...... 257 Jump Starting Winter Tires ...... 258 Windshield Replacement . . . . . 246 Jump Starting - North Self-Sealing Tires ...... 258 Gas Strut(s) ...... 246 America ...... 284 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 259 Tire Designations ...... 260 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 233 Towing the Vehicle General Information California Proposition Towing the Vehicle ...... 287 65 Warning Recreational Vehicle For service and parts needs, visit Towing ...... 289 your dealer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained { Warning Appearance Care and supported service people. Exterior Care ...... 291 Most motor vehicles, including Genuine GM parts have one of Interior Care ...... 295 this one, as well as many of its these marks: Floor Mats ...... 298 service parts and fluids, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ passenger-vehicle.

See Battery - North America 0 242 and Jump Starting - North America 0 284 and the back cover. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

234 Vehicle Care California Perchlorate Damage to suspension components Vehicle Checks caused by modifying vehicle height Materials Requirements outside of factory settings will not be Certain types of automotive covered by the vehicle warranty. Doing Your Own applications, such as airbag Damage to vehicle components Service Work initiators, seat belt pretensioners, resulting from modifications or the and lithium batteries contained in installation or use of non-GM { Warning electronic keys, may contain certified parts, including control perchlorate materials. Perchlorate module or software modifications, is Never try to do your own service Material – special handling may not covered under the terms of the on high voltage battery apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/ vehicle warranty and may affect components. You can be injured hazardouswaste/perchlorate. remaining warranty coverage for and the vehicle can be damaged affected parts. if you try to do your own service Accessories and GM Accessories are designed to work. Service and repair of these Modifications complement and function with other high voltage battery components Adding non-dealer accessories or systems on the vehicle. See your should only be performed by a making modifications to the vehicle dealer to accessorize the vehicle trained dealer technician with the can affect vehicle performance and using genuine GM Accessories proper knowledge and tools. safety, including such things as installed by a dealer technician. Exposure to high voltage can airbags, braking, stability, ride and Also, see Adding Equipment to the cause shock, burns, and even handling, emissions systems, Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 57. death. The high voltage aerodynamics, durability, and components in the vehicle can electronic systems like antilock only be serviced by technicians brakes, traction control, and stability with special training. control. These accessories or modifications could even cause (Continued) malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 235 proper service manual, see Warning (Continued) Publication Ordering Information { Warning 0 321. High voltage components are Components under the hood can identified by labels. Do not This vehicle has an airbag system. get hot from running the engine. remove, open, take apart, Before attempting to do your own To help avoid the risk of burning service work, see Servicing the or modify these components. 0 unprotected skin, never touch High voltage cable or wiring has Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 57. these components until they have orange covering. Do not probe, Keep a record with all parts receipts cooled, and always use a glove or tamper with, cut, or modify high and list the mileage and the date of towel to avoid direct skin contact. voltage cable or wiring. any service work performed. See Maintenance Records 0 309. Clear any snow from the hood Hood before opening. { Warning To open the hood: It can be dangerous to work on { Warning 1. Pull the hood release lever with your vehicle if you do not have the i symbol. It is on the For vehicles with auto engine the proper knowledge, service lower left side of the instrument stop/start, turn the vehicle off manual, tools, or parts. Always panel. before opening the hood. If the follow owner s manual procedures ’ vehicle is on, the engine will start and consult the service manual when the hood is opened. You or for your vehicle before doing any others could be injured. service work.

If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

236 Vehicle Care 2. Lift the hood and remove the hood prop rod from the underside of the hood. Return the prop rod to its retainer. The prop rod must click into place when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage. 3. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in) above the vehicle and release it. Check to make sure the hood is latched completely. Repeat this process with 2. Go to the front of the vehicle 3. Lift the hood and release the additional force if necessary. and locate the secondary hood prop rod from its retainer, release lever under the front in the front of the engine { Warning center of the hood. Push the compartment. Securely insert secondary hood release lever the rod end into the slot Do not drive the vehicle if the to the right to release. marked with an arrow, on the hood is not latched completely. underside of the hood. The hood could open fully, block your vision, and cause a crash. To close the hood: You or others could be injured. 1. Before closing the hood, be Always close the hood completely sure all filler caps are on before driving. properly, and all tools are removed. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 237 Underhood Compartment Overview Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

238 Vehicle Care 1. Windshield Washer Fluid Cooling System reached. If the temperature falls Reservoir. See Washer Fluid below this temperature, a high 0 239. It is not necessary to regularly voltage heater, located outside the check coolant unless a leak is 2. Cabin Heating Coolant battery on a cradle, heats the suspected or an unusual noise is coolant until the correct temperature Reservoir. See Cooling System heard. A coolant loss could indicate 0 is reached. 238. a problem. Have it inspected and 3. High Voltage Battery Coolant repaired by your dealer. Single Power Inverter Module Reservoir. See Cooling System The following explains the cooling (SPIM), Accessory Power 0 238. systems and how to check coolant Module (APM), and Charger 4. HPDM (High Power Distribution levels. Module Module). . High Voltage Battery The SPIM, APM, and charger 5. APM (Accessory Power module are cooled using a separate . Single Power Inverter Module coolant loop. These modules are Module), OBCM (On-Board (SPIM), Accessory Power Charging Module). kept below a maximum temperature. Module (APM), and Charger If the temperature rises above this 6. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Module temperature, the electric cooling fan 0 Brake Fluid 241. . Cabin Heating will turn on to cool the coolant. 7. SPIM, APM, and Charger Module Coolant Reservoir. See High Voltage Battery Cabin Heating Cooling System 0 238. During vehicle operation and also Cabin heating is maintained by 8. Battery. See Battery - North during charging, the high voltage coolant heated by the Coolant America 0 242. battery cells in the vehicle are kept Heater Control Module (CHCM), within a normal operating separate from the power electronics 9. Underhood Compartment Fuse temperature range. If the and battery coolant loops. This Block. Underhood temperature rises above this module heats the coolant based on Compartment Fuse Block temperature, the battery cooling temperature inputs from the cabin 0 251. system turns on the air conditioning climate control systems. compressor and cools the coolant until the correct temperature is Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 239 Hybrid Cooling System Washer Fluid Pressure Caps What to Use The hybrid cooling system reservoirs have tamper resistant When windshield washer fluid is pressure caps. The coolant should needed, be sure to read the only be serviced by a qualified manufacturer's instructions before technician. use. If operating the vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall Checking Coolant below freezing, use a fluid that has The coolant needs to be replaced at sufficient protection against the appropriate interval. See freezing. Maintenance Schedule 0 301. Adding Washer Fluid The coolant reservoirs are in the 1. Cabin Heating Coolant underhood compartment. See Reservoir Underhood Compartment Overview 2. High Voltage Battery 0 237. Coolant Reservoir 3. SPIM, APM, and Charger Module Coolant Reservoir 1. Park on a level surface and turn the vehicle off. Open the cap with the washer 2. After the system has symbol on it. Add washer fluid until completely cooled, check that the tank is full. See Underhood 0 the coolant level is at the cold Compartment Overview 237 for fill mark on the reservoirs. reservoir location. 3. If the coolant level is not visible or needs to be adjusted within the reservoirs, contact your dealer. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Caution Caution (Continued) Caution

. Do not use washer fluid that for fluid expansion if Continuing to drive with worn-out contains any type of water freezing occurs, which could brake pads could result in costly repellent coating. This can damage the tank if it is brake repair. cause the wiper blades to completely full. chatter or skip. Some driving conditions or climates . Do not use engine coolant Brakes can cause a brake squeal when the (antifreeze) in the brakes are first applied or lightly windshield washer. It can Disc brake pads have built-in wear applied. This does not mean damage the windshield indicators that make a high-pitched something is wrong with the brakes. washer system and paint. warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. Properly torqued wheel nuts are . Do not mix water with The sound can come and go or can necessary to help prevent brake ready-to-use washer fluid. be heard all the time when the pulsation. When tires are rotated, Water can cause the vehicle is moving, except when inspect brake pads for wear and solution to freeze and applying the brake pedal firmly. evenly tighten wheel nuts in the damage the washer fluid proper sequence to torque tank and other parts of the specifications. See Capacities and washer system. { Warning Specifications 0 311. . When using concentrated The brake wear warning sound Brake pads should be replaced as washer fluid, follow the means that soon the brakes will complete sets. manufacturer instructions for not work well. That could lead to adding water. a crash. When the brake wear Brake Pedal Travel . Fill the washer fluid tank warning sound is heard, have the See your dealer if the brake pedal only three-quarters full when vehicle serviced. does not return to normal height, it is very cold. This allows or if there is a rapid increase in (Continued) pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service may be required. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 241 Replacing Brake System Parts Checking Brake Fluid When the brake fluid falls to a low level, the brake warning light comes Always replace brake system parts With the vehicle in P (Park) on a on. See Brake System Warning with new, approved replacement level surface, the brake fluid level Light 0 102. parts. If this is not done, the brakes should be between the minimum may not work properly. The braking and maximum marks on the brake Brake fluid absorbs water over time performance expected can change fluid reservoir. which degrades the effectiveness of in many other ways if the wrong There are only two reasons why the the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid replacement brake parts are brake fluid level in the reservoir may at the specified intervals to prevent installed or if parts are improperly go down: increased stopping distance. See installed. Maintenance Schedule 0 301. . Normal brake lining wear. When Brake Fluid new linings are installed, the What to Add fluid level goes back up. Use only GM approved DOT 3 . A fluid leak in the brake brake fluid from a clean, sealed hydraulic system. Have the container. See Recommended 0 brake hydraulic system fixed. Fluids and Lubricants 307. With a leak, the brakes will not work well. { Warning Always clean the brake fluid The wrong or contaminated brake reservoir cap and the area around The brake master cylinder reservoir fluid could result in damage to the is filled with GM approved DOT 3 the cap before removing it. brake system. This could result in brake fluid as indicated on the Do not top off the brake fluid. the loss of braking leading to a reservoir cap. See Underhood Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Compartment Overview 0 237 for possible injury. Always use the If fluid is added when the linings are proper GM approved brake fluid. the location of the reservoir. worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

242 Vehicle Care See “If a Crash Occurs” under Caution Warning (Continued) Collision Damage Repair 0 319 for additional information. If an airbag If brake fluid is spilled on the should be inspected as soon as has inflated, see What Will You See vehicle's painted surfaces, the possible. Until the vehicle has after an Airbag Inflates? 0 51. paint finish can be damaged. been inspected, store it outside at Immediately wash off any painted least 15 m (50 ft) from any Only a trained service technician surface. structure or anything that can with the proper knowledge and tools should inspect, test, or replace the burn. Ventilate the vehicle by high voltage battery. See your Battery - North America opening a window or a door. dealer if either the 12-volt or high Contact Customer Assistance as voltage battery needs service. The The original equipment battery is soon as possible to determine dealer has information on how to maintenance free. Do not remove whether an inspection is needed. recycle the high voltage battery. the cap and do not add fluid. See Customer Assistance Offices There is also information available This vehicle has a high voltage 0 314. at http://www.recyclemybattery.com. battery and a standard 12-volt Keep the vehicle plugged in, even battery. If the vehicle is in a crash, the when fully charged, to keep the high sensing system may shut down the voltage battery temperature ready { Warning high voltage system. When this for the next drive. This is important occurs, the high voltage battery is when outside temperatures are Damage to the high voltage disconnected and the vehicle will extremely hot or cold. battery or high voltage system not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE Propulsion power may be reduced can create a risk of electric shock, SOON message in the Driver in extremely cold temperatures, or if overheating, or fire. Information Center (DIC) will be the high voltage battery is too cold. If the vehicle is damaged from a displayed. Before the vehicle can be BATTERY TOO COLD, PLUG IN moderate to severe crash, flood, operated again, it must be serviced TO WARM will display. fire, or other event, the vehicle at your dealer. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 243 A vehicle cover, which can reduce Up to Four Weeks Warning (Continued) sun loading on the vehicle and . Plug in the charge cord. improve high voltage battery life, is available from your dealer. cancer and birth defects or other Four Weeks to 12 Months reproductive harm. Batteries also Refer to the replacement number contain other chemicals known to . Discharge the high voltage shown on the original battery label the State of California to cause battery until two or three bars when a new 12-volt battery is cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER remain on the battery range needed. The vehicle has an indicator (Battery symbol) on the HANDLING. For more information Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt instrument cluster. go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ battery. Installation of a standard . Do not plug in the charge cord. 12-volt battery will result in reduced passenger-vehicle. 12-volt battery life. . Remove the black negative (−) cable from the 12-volt battery When using a 12-volt battery See California Proposition 0 and attach a trickle charger to charger on the 12-volt AGM battery, 65 Warning 233 and the back cover. the battery terminals or keep the some chargers have an AGM 12-volt battery cables connected battery setting on the charger. Vehicle Storage and trickle charge from the If available, use the AGM setting on underhood remote positive (+) the charger, to limit charge voltage { Warning and negative (−) terminals. See to 14.8 volts. Jump Starting - North America Batteries have acid that can burn 0 284 for the location of these { Warning you and gas that can explode. terminals. You can be badly hurt if you are WARNING: Battery posts, not careful. See Jump Starting - terminals, and related Caution North America 0 284 for tips on accessories contain lead and lead working around a battery without The vehicle is equipped with an compounds, chemicals known to getting hurt. AGM/VRLA 12-volt battery, which the State of California to cause can be damaged by using the (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

244 Vehicle Care Wiper Blade Replacement Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) Front Wiper Blade incorrect type of trickle charger. roll. Be ready to apply the regular Replacement An AGM/VRLA-compatible brake at once should the vehicle charger must be used, with the begin to move. Windshield wiper blades should be appropriate setting selected. replaced periodically. See the Maintenance Schedule 0 301. Follow the trickle charger Park on a fairly steep hill, with the manufacturer instructions. vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Replacement blades come in your foot on the regular brake, set different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and After the battery cable is the Electric Parking Brake (EPB). length, see Maintenance reconnected, it is possible that the . To check the EPB's holding Replacement Parts 0 308. vehicle may not operate. If this ability: With the propulsion happens, the high voltage battery system active and the electric may need to be charged. drive unit in N (Neutral), slowly Caution remove foot pressure from the Allowing the wiper arm to touch Park Brake and P (Park) regular brake pedal. Do this until the windshield when no wiper the vehicle is held by the Mechanism Check blade is installed could damage EPB only. the windshield. Any damage that { Warning . To check the P (Park) occurs would not be covered by mechanism's holding ability: the vehicle warranty. Do not allow When you are doing this check, With the propulsion system the wiper arm to touch the the vehicle could begin to move. active, shift to P (Park). Then windshield. You or others could be injured release the EPB followed by the and property could be damaged. regular brake. Make sure there is room in front Contact your dealer if service is of the vehicle in case it begins to required. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 245 To replace the windshield wiper Rear Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the wiper blade: blade: The rear wiper blade and wiper arm 1. Lift the wiper arm away from 1. Pull the windshield wiper have a cover for protection. The the windshield. assembly away from the cover must be removed before the windshield. wiper blade can be replaced. To remove the cover:

2. Push the release lever (2) to 1. Slide a plastic tool under the disengage the hook and push cover and push upward to the wiper arm (1) out of the unsnap. blade assembly (3). 2. Slide the cover toward the 3. Push the new blade assembly 2. Press the button in the middle wiper blade tip to unhook it securely on the wiper arm until of the wiper arm connector, from the blade assembly. the release lever clicks into and pull the wiper blade away 3. Remove the cover. place. from the arm connector. 4. After wiper blade replacement, 4. Replace the wiper cover. 3. Remove the wiper blade. ensure that the cover hook 4. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper slides into the slot in the blade blade replacement. assembly. 5. Snap the cover down to secure. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

246 Vehicle Care Windshield Replacement { Warning Driver Assistance Systems If the gas struts that hold open If the windshield needs to be the hood, , and/or liftgate fail, replaced and the vehicle is you or others could be seriously equipped with a front camera sensor injured. Take the vehicle to your for the Driver Assistance Systems, a dealer for service immediately. GM replacement windshield is Visually inspect the gas struts for recommended. The replacement windshield must be installed signs of wear, cracks, or other according to GM specifications for damage periodically. Check to proper alignment. If it is not, these make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate systems may not work properly, they is held open with enough force. Hood may display messages, or they may If struts are failing to hold the not work at all. See your dealer for hood/trunk/liftgate, do not proper windshield replacement. operate. Have the vehicle serviced. Gas Strut(s) This vehicle is equipped with gas strut(s) to provide assistance in Caution lifting and holding open the hood/ trunk/liftgate system in full open Do not apply tape or hang any position. objects from gas struts. Also do not push down or pull on gas struts. This may cause damage to the vehicle. Trunk

See Maintenance Schedule 0 301. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 247 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement Front Headlamp Aiming bulbs, or any bulb changing Headlamp aim has been preset and procedure not listed in this section, should need no further adjustment. contact your dealer. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. Caution If adjustment to the headlamps is Do not replace incandescent necessary, see your dealer. bulbs with aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This can Liftgate cause damage to the vehicle electrical system.

Halogen Bulbs

{ Warning Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

248 Vehicle Care High Intensity Discharge LED Lighting To access the bulbs, reach up behind the rear bumper. To replace (HID) Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps. a back-up bulb, turn signal lamp, For replacement of any LED lighting taillamp, or stoplamp: { Warning assembly, contact your dealer. 1. Turn the bulb socket The High Intensity Discharge counterclockwise and remove it (HID) lighting system operates at Taillamps, Turn Signal, from the socket. The lamps are in the rear bumper. a very high voltage. If you try to Stoplamps, and Back-Up service any of the system Lamps 2. Press the new bulb in and turn components, you could be clockwise to install the bulb seriously injured. Have your into the socket. dealer or a qualified technician 3. Turn the bulb socket clockwise service them. to reinstall.

This vehicle has several HID lamps. For replacement of any HID lighting assembly, contact your dealer. After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced, the beam might be a slightly different shade than it was originally. This is normal. 1. Back-up Lamp 2. Turn Signal Lamp 3. Stoplamp/Taillamp Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 249 License Plate Lamp Electrical System High Voltage Devices and Wiring

{ Warning Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage components in the vehicle can 4. Turn the bulb socket (1) only be serviced by technicians counterclockwise to remove it with special training. from the lamp assembly (3). 1. Press the spring clip on the High voltage components are right end of the lamp assembly 5. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of identified by labels. Do not to the left to unlock the lamp the bulb socket (1). remove, open, take apart, assembly. 6. Push the replacement bulb or modify these components. 2. Pull down on the lamp straight into the bulb socket (1) High voltage cable or wiring has assembly to remove it from the and turn the bulb socket (1) orange covering or labels. Do not fascia. clockwise to install it into the probe, tamper with, cut, or modify lamp assembly (3). high voltage cable or wiring. 7. Reinstall the lamp assembly (3) into the fascia by inserting the left side first. 8. Push the spring clip into place. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

250 Vehicle Care Electrical System If there is a problem on the road and Although the circuit is protected a fuse needs to be replaced, the from electrical overload, overload Overload same amperage fuse can be due to heavy snow or ice, may The vehicle has fuses and circuit borrowed. Choose some feature of cause wiper damage. Always clear breakers to protect against an the vehicle that is not needed to use ice and heavy snow from the electrical system overload. and replace it as soon as possible. windshield before using the windshield wipers. When the current electrical load is Headlamp Wiring too heavy, the circuit breaker opens If the overload is caused by an and closes, protecting the circuit An electrical overload may cause electrical problem and not snow or until the current load returns to the lamps to go on and off, or in ice, be sure to get it fixed. normal or the problem is fixed. This some cases to remain off. Have the greatly reduces the chance of circuit headlamp wiring checked right away Fuses and Circuit if the lamps go on and off or overload and fire caused by Breakers electrical problems. remain off. The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Fuses and circuit breakers protect Windshield Wipers protected from short circuits by a the following in the vehicle: If the wiper motor overheats due to combination of fuses and circuit . Headlamp wiring heavy snow or ice, the windshield breakers. This greatly reduces the wipers will stop until the motor cools . Windshield wiper motor chance of damage caused by and the wiper control is turned off. electrical problems. . Power windows and other power After removal of the blockage, the accessories wiper motor will restart when the Replace a bad fuse with a new one control is then moved to the desired of the identical size and rating. operating position. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 251 Underhood Compartment Caution { Danger Fuse Block Fuses and circuit breakers are Spilling liquid on any electrical marked with their ampere rating. component on the vehicle may Do not exceed the damage it. Always keep the specified amperage rating when covers on any electrical replacing fuses and circuit component. breakers. Use of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can result in a vehicle fire. You and others could be seriously injured or killed.

To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, To open the fuse block cover, press replace the fuse. Be sure to replace the clips at the side and back and a bad fuse with a new one of the pull the cover up. identical size and rating. Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from another fuse location, if a fuse goes out. Replace the fuse as soon as possible. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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A fuse puller is in the underhood Fuses Usage Fuses Usage compartment fuse block. 14 Liftgate In-panel bussed The vehicle may not be equipped 31 Front wiper motor electrical center with all of the fuses, relays, and 15 co-driver Rear window features shown. 32 defogger Fuses Usage Electronic brake 16 control module supply Heated exterior 1 33 – electronics rearview mirror 2 Power window rear 17 Rear wiper Pedestrian friendly 3 34 – 18 Liftgate alert function Rechargeable energy 4 19 Seat module front 35 – storage system 1 20 Washer 36 – 5 – 22 Linear power module 37 Current sensor Left high-beam 7 38 Rain sensor headlamp Electronic brake 23 control module supply 39 Right high-beam – 8 motor Electric brake headlamp 40 24 Seat module rear boost (ECU) Left low-beam 9 Transmission range Power line headlamp 26 control module 41 communication Right low-beam 10 module headlamp 27 Aeroshutter Automatic occupant 11 Horn 28 Auxiliary oil pump 42 sensing Electric brake boost 12 – 29 motor source 43 Window switch Front wiper motor 13 Rechargeable energy driver 30 Front power windows 44 storage system Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage Vehicle integration 60 HVAC electric heater Pedestrian friendly 45 6 control module On-board charging alert function 61 Integrated module 21 HID lamp 46 control module Transmission range 25 Powertrain 62 47 Headlamp leveling control module 1 53 Run/Crank Integrated chassis 63 Electric cooling fan Rear window 48 68 control module 64 Engine control module defogger Interior rearview 49 65 Auxiliary heater pump 69 Second run/Crank mirror 66 Powertrain 50 – 67 Drive unit controller 51 Electric brake boost 70 A/C control module 52 Rear camera 71 – 54 A/C control module Transmission range 72 Rechargeable energy control module 55 storage system Single power inverter coolant pump 73 module 56 – 74 – Power electronics 57 coolant pump 58 Engine control module Electric steering 59 column lock Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Instrument Panel Fuse The instrument panel fuse block is Fuses Usage on the left side of the instrument Block panel. To access the fuses, open F13 Data link connector 1 the fuse panel door by pulling out. Automatic parking F14 To reinstall the door, insert the top assist tab first, then push the door back F15 - into its original location. Single power inverter F16 Fuses Usage module 1 Video processing F01 F17 Body control module 6 module F18 Body control module 5 Indicator light solar F02 sensor F19 – F03 Side blind zone alert F20 – Passive entry, passive F21 – F04 start F22 – F05 CGM F23 USB F06 Body control module 4 Wireless charging F24 F07 Body control module 3 module Reflected LED alert F08 Body control module 2 F25 display F09 Body control module 1 F26 Heated steering wheel Trailer interface F10 module 1 F27 CGM 2 F11 Amplifier F28 Instrument cluster 2 F12 Body control module 8 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Trailer interface F41 F53 Auxiliary power outlet F29 – module 2 F42 – F54 – Headlamp leveling F30 F43 Body control module 7 F55 Logistic device Sensing and F56 F44 – F31 OnStar diagnostic module F57 – Virtual keypass F32 F45 Front camera module sensor F59 – Vehicle integration F46 Heating, ventilation, control module F33 and air conditioning Relays Usage Single power inverter module F47 F58 Logistics relay module 2 Virtual keypass Accessory/Retained F34 Electric steering F60 module F48 accessory power relay column lock F35 Instrument cluster 1 F49 Auxiliary jack F36 Radio Steering wheel F50 F37 – controls F38 – Steering wheel F51 F39 – controls backlighting F40 Smartphone remote – F52 function module Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Tires . Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that Every new GM vehicle has the same danger as have been damaged by high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, leading tire manufacturer. See resulting crash could curbs, etc. the warranty manual for cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires information regarding the tire Check all tires frequently can cause a crash. Only warranty and where to get to maintain the the dealer or an service. For additional recommended pressure. authorized tire service information refer to the tire Tire pressure should be center should repair, manufacturer. checked when the tires replace, dismount, and are cold. mount the tires. { Warning . Overinflated tires are . Do not spin the tires in more likely to be cut, . Poorly maintained and excess of 56 km/h punctured, or broken by (35 mph) on slippery improperly used tires are a sudden impact — such dangerous. surfaces such as snow, as when hitting a pothole. mud, ice, etc. Excessive . Overloading the tires can Keep tires at the spinning may cause the cause overheating as a recommended pressure. tires to explode. result of too much . Worn or old tires can flexing. There could be a cause a crash. If the All-Season Tires and a serious tread is badly worn, crash. See Vehicle Load replace them. This vehicle may come with 0 all-season tires. These tires are Limits 178. (Continued) (Continued) designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

258 Vehicle Care and weather conditions. Original for details regarding winter tire Self-Sealing Tires equipment tires designed to GM's availability and proper tire selection. specific tire performance criteria Also, see Buying New Tires 0 271. This vehicle may have self-sealing tires. These tires have a material have a TPC specification code With winter tires, there may be molded onto the sidewall. Original inside that can seal punctures up to decreased dry road traction, 6 mm (0.25 in) in the tread area. equipment all-season tires can be increased road noise, and shorter identified by the last two characters The tire may lose air pressure if the tread life. After changing to winter sidewall is damaged or the tread of this TPC code, which will tires, be alert for changes in vehicle be “MS.” puncture is too large. If the Tire handling and braking. Pressure Monitor System indicates Consider installing winter tires on If using winter tires: the tire pressure is low, inspect the the vehicle if frequent driving on tire for damage and inflate it to the snow or ice-covered roads is . Use tires of the same brand and recommended pressure. If the tire is expected. All-season tires provide tread type on all four wheel unable to maintain the adequate performance for most positions. recommended pressure, contact the winter driving conditions, but they . Use only radial ply tires of the nearest authorized GM servicing may not offer the same level of same size, load range, and facility immediately for inspection traction or performance as winter speed rating as the original and repair or replacement. To locate tires on snow or ice-covered roads. equipment tires. the nearest GM servicing facility, See Winter Tires 0 258. Winter tires with the same speed call GM Customer Assistance. Winter Tires rating as the original equipment tires may not be available for H, V, W, Y, Caution This vehicle was not originally and ZR speed rated tires. If winter equipped with winter tires. Winter tires with a lower speed rating are Do not drive on a deflated tires are designed for increased chosen, never exceed the tire's self-sealing tire as this could traction on snow and ice-covered maximum speed capability. damage the tire. Make sure the roads. Consider installing winter tire is inflated to the tires on the vehicle if frequent recommended pressure or have it driving on ice or snow covered immediately repaired or replaced. roads is expected. See your dealer Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 259 When tire replacement is needed particular tire's width, height, DOT Tire Date of replace with a self-sealing tire, aspect ratio, construction type, Manufacture : The last four because the vehicle does not come and service description. See the digits of the TIN indicate the tire with a or tire changing “Tire Size” illustration later in this manufactured date. The first two equipment. section. digits represent the week Tire Sidewall Labeling (2) TPC Spec (Tire (01-52) and the last two digits, Performance Criteria the year. For example, the third Useful information about a tire is Specification) : Original week of the year 2010 would molded into its sidewall. The equipment tires designed to have a four-digit DOT date example shows a typical GM's specific tire performance of 0310. passenger tire sidewall. criteria have a TPC specification (4) Tire Identification Number code molded onto the sidewall. (TIN) : The letters and numbers GM's TPC specifications meet or following the DOT code are the exceed all federal safety Tire Identification Number (TIN). guidelines. The TIN shows the (3) DOT (Department of manufacturer and plant code, Transportation) : The tire size, and date the tire was Department of Transportation manufactured. The TIN is (DOT) code indicates that the molded onto both sides of the tire is in compliance with the tire, although only one side may U.S. Department of have the date of manufacture. Transportation Motor Vehicle (5) Tire Ply Material : The type Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example Safety Standards. of cord and number of plies in (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a the sidewall and under the tread. combination of letters and numbers used to define a Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

260 Vehicle Care (6) Uniform Tire Quality (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : construction; the letter “D” Grading (UTQG) : Tire The United States version of a means diagonal or bias ply manufacturers are required to metric tire sizing system. The construction. grade tires based on three letter “P” as the first character in (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of performance factors: treadwear, the tire size means a passenger the wheel in inches. traction, and temperature vehicle tire engineered to resistance. For more information standards set by the U.S. Tire (6) Service Description : These see Uniform Tire Quality and Rim Association. characters represent the load Grading 0 273. index and speed rating of the (2) Tire Width : The three-digit tire. The load index represents (7) Maximum Cold Inflation number indicates the tire section the load carrying capacity a tire Load Limit : Maximum load that width in millimeters from is certified to carry. The speed can be carried and the sidewall to sidewall. rating is the maximum speed a maximum pressure needed to (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit tire is certified to carry a load. support that load. number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. Tire Terminology and Tire Designations For example, if the tire size Definitions Tire Size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in item (3) of the illustration, it Air Pressure : The amount of The example shows a typical would mean that the tire's air inside the tire pressing passenger vehicle tire size. sidewall is 60 percent as high as outward on each square inch of it is wide. the tire. Air pressure is expressed in kPa (kilopascal) (4) Construction Code : A letter or psi (pounds per square inch). code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. Accessory Weight : The combined weight of optional The letter “R” means radial ply accessories. Some examples of Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 261 optional accessories are, electric before a tire has built up heat GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight drive unit, power windows, from driving. See Tire Pressure Rating for the rear axle. See power seats, and air 0 263. Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. conditioning. Curb Weight : The weight of a GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight Aspect Ratio : The relationship motor vehicle with standard and Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits of a tire's height to its width. optional equipment including the 0 178. Belt : A rubber coated layer of maximum capacity of fuel, oil, Intended Outboard Sidewall : cords that is located between and coolant, but without The side of an asymmetrical tire, the plies and the tread. Cords passengers and cargo. that must always face outward may be made from steel or other DOT Markings : A code molded when mounted on a vehicle. reinforcing materials. into the sidewall of a tire Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric Bead : The contains signifying that the tire is in unit for air pressure. steel wires wrapped by steel compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A cords that hold the tire onto tire used on light duty trucks and the rim. (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire includes the Tire Identification vehicles. in which the plies are laid at Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned alternate angles less than designator which can also number ranging from 1 to 279 90 degrees to the centerline of identify the tire manufacturer, that corresponds to the load the tread. production plant, brand, and carrying capacity of a tire. date of production. Cold Tire Pressure : The Maximum Inflation Pressure : amount of air pressure in a tire, GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight The maximum air pressure to measured in kPa (kilopascal) Rating for the front axle. See which a cold tire can be inflated. or psi (pounds per square inch) Vehicle Load Limits 0 178. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

262 Vehicle Care Maximum Load Rating : The higher or deeper than the same Speed Rating : An load rating for a tire at the moldings on the other sidewall alphanumeric code assigned to maximum permissible inflation of the tire. a tire indicating the maximum pressure for that tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A speed at which a tire can Maximum Loaded Vehicle tire used on passenger and operate. Weight : The sum of curb some light duty trucks and Traction : The friction between weight, accessory weight, multipurpose vehicles. the tire and the road surface. vehicle capacity weight, and Recommended Inflation The amount of grip provided. production options weight. Pressure : Vehicle Tread : The portion of a tire that Normal Occupant Weight : The manufacturer's recommended comes into contact with number of occupants a vehicle tire inflation pressure as shown the road. is designed to seat multiplied by on the tire placard. See Tire Treadwear Indicators : Narrow 68 kg (150 lbs). See Vehicle Pressure 0 263 and 0 0 bands, sometimes called wear Load Limits 178. Vehicle Load Limits 178. bars, that show across the tread Occupant Distribution : Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic of a tire when only 1.6 mm Designated seating positions. tire in which the ply cords that (1/16 in) of tread remains. See extend to the beads are laid at When It Is Time for New Tires Outward Facing Sidewall : The 0 side of an asymmetrical tire that 90 degrees to the centerline of 270. has a particular side that faces the tread. UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality outward when mounted on a Rim : A metal support for a tire Grading Standards) : A tire vehicle. The side of the tire that and upon which the tire beads information system that provides contains a whitewall, bears are seated. consumers with ratings for a white lettering, or bears Sidewall : The portion of a tire tire's traction, temperature, and manufacturer, brand, and/or between the tread and the bead. treadwear. Ratings are model name molding that is determined by tire manufacturers using Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 263 government testing procedures. Tire Pressure The ratings are molded into the Warning (Continued) Tires need the correct amount of sidewall of the tire. See Uniform . Unusual wear. Tire Quality Grading 0 273. air pressure to operate effectively. . Poor handling. Vehicle Capacity Weight : The number of designated seating . Rough ride. { Warning positions multiplied by . Needless damage from 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated Neither tire underinflation nor road hazards. cargo load. See Vehicle Load overinflation is good. Limits 0 178. Underinflated tires, or tires The Tire and Loading that do not have enough air, Vehicle Maximum Load on the Information label on the vehicle can result in: Tire : Load on an individual tire indicates the original equipment due to curb weight, accessory . Tire overloading and tires and the correct cold tire weight, occupant weight, and overheating which could inflation pressures. The cargo weight. lead to a blowout. recommended pressure is the Vehicle Placard : A label . Premature or minimum air pressure needed to permanently attached to a irregular wear. support the vehicle's maximum vehicle showing the vehicle's load carrying capacity. See . Poor handling. 0 capacity weight and the original Vehicle Load Limits 178. equipment tire size and . Reduced battery-electric How the vehicle is loaded recommended inflation pressure. range. affects vehicle handling and ride See “Tire and Loading Overinflated tires, or tires that comfort. Never load the vehicle Information Label” under Vehicle have too much air, can with more weight than it was Load Limits 0 178. result in: designed to carry. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

264 Vehicle Care When to Check If the inflation pressure is low, Each tire, including the spare (if add air until the recommended provided), should be checked Check the pressure of the tires monthly when cold and inflated to once a month or more. pressure is reached. If the inflation pressure in high, press the inflation pressure recommended How to Check on the metal stem in the center by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation Use a good quality pocket-type of the tire valve to release air. pressure label. (If your vehicle has gauge to check the tire Re-check the tire pressure with tires of a different size than the size pressure. Proper tire inflation the tire gauge. indicated on the vehicle placard or cannot be determined by looking Put the valve caps back on the tire inflation pressure label, you at the tire. Check the tire valve stems to keep out dirt and should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) inflation pressure when the tires moisture and prevent leaks. Use are cold, meaning the vehicle only valve caps designed for the As an added safety feature, your has not been driven for at least vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors vehicle has been equipped with a three hours or no more than could be damaged and would tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire 1.6 km (1 mi). not be covered by the vehicle pressure telltale when one or more Remove the valve cap from the warranty. of your tires is significantly tire . Press the tire under-inflated. gauge firmly onto the valve to Tire Pressure Monitor Accordingly, when the low tire get the pressure measurement. System pressure telltale illuminates, you If the cold tire inflation pressure The Tire Pressure Monitor System should stop and check your tires as matches the recommended (TPMS) uses radio and sensor soon as possible, and inflate them pressure on the Tire and technology to check tire pressure to the proper pressure. Driving on a Loading Information label, no levels. The TPMS sensors monitor significantly under-inflated tire further adjustment is necessary. the air pressure in your tires and causes the tire to overheat and can transmit tire pressure readings to a lead to tire failure. Under-inflation receiver located in the vehicle. also reduces fuel efficiency and tire Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 265 tread life, and may affect the of reasons, including the installation the tires and transmits the tire vehicle's handling and stopping of replacement or alternate tires or pressure readings to a receiver ability. wheels on the vehicle that prevent located in the vehicle. Please note that the TPMS is not a the TPMS from functioning properly. substitute for proper tire Always check the TPMS malfunction maintenance, and it is the driver's telltale after replacing one or more responsibility to maintain correct tire tires or wheels on your vehicle to pressure, even if under-inflation has ensure that the replacement or not reached the level to trigger alternate tires and wheels allow the illumination of the TPMS low tire TPMS to continue to function pressure telltale. properly. When a low tire pressure condition See Tire Pressure Monitor is detected, the TPMS illuminates Your vehicle has also been 0 equipped with a TPMS malfunction Operation 265. the low tire pressure warning light indicator to indicate when the See Radio Frequency Statement located on the instrument cluster. system is not operating properly. 0 322. If the warning light comes on, stop The TPMS malfunction indicator is as soon as possible and inflate the combined with the low tire pressure Tire Pressure Monitor tires to the recommended pressure telltale. When the system detects a shown on the Tire and Loading Operation Information label. See Vehicle Load malfunction, the telltale will flash for 0 approximately one minute and then This vehicle may have a Tire Limits 178. remain continuously illuminated. Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). A message to check the pressure in This sequence will continue upon The TPMS is designed to warn the a specific tire displays in the Driver subsequent vehicle start-ups as driver when a low tire pressure Information Center (DIC). The low long as the malfunction exists. condition exists. TPMS sensors are tire pressure warning light and the When the malfunction indicator is mounted onto each tire and wheel DIC warning message come on at illuminated, the system may not be assembly, excluding the spare tire each ignition cycle using POWER O able to detect or signal low tire and wheel assembly. The TPMS until the tires are inflated to the pressure as intended. TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in correct inflation pressure. Using the malfunctions may occur for a variety DIC, tire pressure levels can be Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

266 Vehicle Care viewed. For additional information low tire warning light flashes for and details about the DIC operation Caution about one minute and then stays on and displays see Driver Information for the remainder of the ignition Tire sealant materials are not all Center (DIC) 0 118. cycle using POWER O. A DIC the same. A non-approved tire warning message also displays. The The low tire pressure warning light sealant could damage the TPMS may come on in cool weather when malfunction light and DIC warning sensors. TPMS sensor damage message come on at each ignition the vehicle is first started, and then caused by using an incorrect tire turn off as the vehicle is driven. This cycle using POWER O until the sealant is not covered by the could be an early indicator that the problem is corrected. Some of the air pressure is getting low and vehicle warranty. Always use only conditions that can cause these to needs to be inflated to the proper the GM approved tire sealant come on are: pressure. available through your dealer or included in the vehicle. . One of the road tires has been A Tire and Loading Information replaced with the spare tire. The label, attached to your vehicle, spare tire does not have a shows the size of the original Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits TPMS sensor. The malfunction equipment tires and the correct use a GM-approved liquid tire light and DIC message should inflation pressure for the tires when sealant. Using non-approved tire go off after the road tire is they are cold. See Vehicle Load sealants could damage the TPMS replaced and the sensor Limits 0 178, for an example of the sensors. See Tire Sealant and matching process is performed Tire and Loading Information label Compressor Kit 0 277 for successfully. See “TPMS Sensor and its location. Also see Tire information regarding the inflator kit Matching Process” later in this Pressure 0 263. materials and instructions. section. The TPMS can warn about a low TPMS Malfunction Light and . The TPMS sensor matching tire pressure condition but it does Message process was not done or not not replace normal tire completed successfully after maintenance. See Tire Inspection The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires. The 0 269, Tire Rotation 0 269 and if one or more of the TPMS sensors malfunction light and the DIC Tires 0 257. are missing or inoperable. When the message should go off after system detects a malfunction, the successfully completing the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 267 sensor matching process. See Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) "TPMS Sensor Matching { Warning This feature provides visual and Process" later in this section. audible alerts outside the vehicle to Overinflating a tire could cause . One or more TPMS sensors are help when inflating an underinflated the tire to rupture and you or missing or damaged. The tire to the recommended cold tire others could be injured. Do not malfunction light and the DIC pressure. exceed the maximum pressure message should go off when the When the low tire pressure warning listed on the tire sidewall. See TPMS sensors are installed and light comes on: Tire Sidewall Labeling 0 259 and the sensor matching process is 0 performed successfully. See 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level Vehicle Load Limits 178. your dealer for service. place. . Replacement tires or wheels do 2. Set the parking brake firmly. If the tire is overinflated by more than 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will not match the original equipment 3. Place the vehicle in P (Park). tires or wheels. Tires and wheels sound multiple times and the turn other than those recommended 4. Add air to the tire that is signal lamp will continue to flash for could prevent the TPMS from underinflated. The turn signal several seconds after filling stops. functioning properly. See Buying lamp will flash. To release and correct the pressure, New Tires 0 271. while the turn signal lamp is still When the recommended flashing, briefly press the center of . Operating electronic devices or pressure is reached, the horn the valve stem. When the being near facilities using radio sounds once and the turn recommended pressure is reached, wave frequencies similar to the signal lamp will stop flashing the horn sounds once. TPMS could cause the TPMS and briefly turn solid. sensors to malfunction. If the turn signal lamp does not flash Repeat these steps for all within 15 seconds after starting to If the TPMS is not functioning underinflated tires that have inflate the tire, the tire fill alert has properly it cannot detect or signal a illuminated the low tire pressure not been activated or is not working. low tire condition. See your dealer warning light. for service if the TPMS malfunction If the hazard warning flashers are light and DIC message come on on, the tire fill alert visual feedback and stay on. will not work properly. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

268 Vehicle Care The TPMS will not activate the tire TPMS Sensor Matching There are two minutes to match the fill alert properly under the following Process first tire/wheel position, and conditions: five minutes overall to match all four Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire/wheel positions. If it takes . There is interference from an identification code. The identification external device or transmitter. longer, the matching process stops code needs to be matched to a new and must be restarted. . The air pressure from the tire/wheel position after rotating the inflation device is not sufficient vehicle’s tires or replacing one or The TPMS sensor matching to inflate the tire. more of the TPMS sensors. The process is: TPMS sensor matching process 1. Set the parking brake. . There is a malfunction in should also be performed after the TPMS. replacing a spare tire with a road 2. Press POWER O to start the . There is a malfunction in the tire containing the TPMS sensor. vehicle. See Power Button horn or turn signal lamps. The malfunction light and the DIC 0 182. message should go off at the next . The identification code of the 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure TPMS sensor is not registered to ignition cycle using POWER O. The info page option is turned on. the system. sensors are matched to the tire/ The info pages on the DIC can wheel positions, using a TPMS be turned on and off through . The battery of the TPMS sensor relearn tool, in the following order: the Options menu. See Driver is low. driver side front tire, passenger side Information Center (DIC) 0 118. front tire, passenger side rear tire, If the tire fill alert does not operate 4. Use the DIC controls on the and driver side rear. See your due to TPMS interference, move the right side of the steering wheel dealer for service or to purchase a vehicle about 1 m (3 ft) back or to scroll to the Tire Pressure relearn tool. A TPMS relearn tool forward and try again. If the tire fill screen under the DIC can also be purchased. See Tire alert feature is not working, use a info page. tire pressure gauge. Pressure Monitor Sensor Activation Tool at 5. Press and hold V in the center www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or of the DIC controls. call 1-800-GM TOOLS (1-800-468-6657). Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 269 A message requesting identification code has been . The tread or sidewall is acceptance of the process may matched to the driver side rear cracked, cut, or snagged display. tire, and the TPMS sensor deep enough to show cord or The horn sounds twice to matching process is no longer fabric. signal the receiver is in relearn active. The TIRE LEARNING mode and the TIRE ACTIVE message on the DIC . The tire has a bump, bulge, LEARNING ACTIVE message display screen goes off. or split. displays on the DIC screen. 11. Turn the vehicle off. . The tire has a puncture, cut, 6. Start with the driver side 12. Set all four tires to the or other damage that cannot front tire. recommended air pressure be repaired well because of 7. Place the relearn tool against level as indicated on the Tire the size or location of the the tire sidewall, near the valve and Loading Information label. damage. stem. Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor. Tire Inspection Tire Rotation A horn chirp confirms that the We recommend that the tires, Tires should be rotated every sensor identification code has including the spare tire, if the been matched to this tire and 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See wheel position. vehicle has one, be inspected Maintenance Schedule 0 301. for signs of wear or damage at 8. Proceed to the passenger side least once a month. Tires are rotated to achieve a front tire, and repeat the uniform wear for all tires. The procedure in Step 7. Replace the tire if: first rotation is the most 9. Proceed to the passenger side . The indicators at three or important. rear tire, and repeat the more places around the tire Anytime unusual wear is procedure in Step 7. can be seen. noticed, rotate the tires as soon 10. Proceed to the driver side rear . There is cord or fabric as possible, check for proper tire tire, and repeat the procedure showing through the tire's inflation pressure, and check for in Step 7. The horn sounds two damaged tires or wheels. If the times to indicate the sensor rubber. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

270 Vehicle Care unusual wear continues after the the tires have been rotated. See rotation, check the wheel Tire Pressure 0 263 and Warning (Continued) 0 alignment. See When It Is Time Vehicle Load Limits 178. used; however, use a scraper 0 for New Tires 270 and or wire brush later to remove 0 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor Wheel Replacement 275. System. See Tire Pressure all rust or dirt. Monitor Operation 0 265. Check that all wheel nuts are Lightly coat the inner diameter of properly tightened. See “Wheel the wheel hub opening with Nut Torque” under Capacities wheel bearing grease after a and Specifications 0 311. wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust { Warning build-up. Do not get grease on the wheel mounting surface or Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on on the wheel nuts or bolts. the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel When It Is Time for New nuts become loose after time. Tires Use this rotation pattern when The wheel could come off and rotating the tires. cause a crash. When Factors such as maintenance, changing a wheel, remove any temperatures, driving speeds, If the vehicle has a compact vehicle loading, and road conditions spare tire, do not include it in the rust or dirt from places where affect the wear rate of the tires. tire rotation. the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a Adjust the front and rear tires to cloth or a paper towel can be the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and (Continued) Loading Information label after Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 271 years, regardless of tread wear. To Buying New Tires identify the age of a tire, use the tire manufacture date which is the last GM has developed and matched four digits of the DOT Tire specific tires for the vehicle. The Identification Number (TIN) which is original equipment tires installed molded into one side of the tire were designed to meet General sidewall. The first two digits Motors Tire Performance Criteria represent the week (01–52) and the Specification (TPC Spec) last two digits, the year. For system rating. When example, the third week of the year 2010 would have a four-digit DOT replacement tires are needed, date of 0310. GM strongly recommends buying tires with the same TPC Treadwear indicators are one way to Vehicle Storage Spec rating. tell when it is time for new tires. Tires age when stored normally Treadwear indicators appear when GM's exclusive TPC Spec mounted on a parked vehicle. Park system considers over a dozen the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) a vehicle that will be stored for at or less of tread remaining. See Tire least a month in a cool, dry, clean critical specifications that impact Inspection 0 269 and the overall performance of the 0 area away from direct sunlight to Tire Rotation 269. slow aging. This area should be free vehicle, including brake system The rubber in tires ages over time. of grease, gasoline, or other performance, ride and handling, This also applies to the spare tire, substances that can deteriorate traction control, and tire if the vehicle has one, even if it is rubber. pressure monitoring never used. Multiple factors Parking for an extended period can performance. GM's TPC Spec including temperatures, loading cause flat spots on the tires that number is molded onto the tire's conditions, and inflation pressure may result in vibrations while sidewall near the tire size. If the maintenance affect how fast aging driving. When storing a vehicle for tires have an all-season tread takes place. GM recommends that at least a month, remove the tires or tires, including the spare if design, the TPC Spec number raise the vehicle to reduce the will be followed by MS for mud equipped, be replaced after six weight from the tires. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

272 Vehicle Care and snow. See Tire Sidewall maximum speed capability when Labeling 0 259, for additional using winter tires with a lower { Warning information. speed rating. Using bias-ply tires on the GM recommends replacing worn vehicle may cause the wheel tires in complete sets of four. { Warning rim flanges to develop cracks Uniform tread depth on all tires Tires could explode during after many miles of driving. will help to maintain the improper service. Attempting A tire and/or wheel could fail performance of the vehicle. to mount or dismount a tire suddenly and cause a crash. Braking and handling could cause injury or death. Use only radial-ply tires with performance may be adversely Only your dealer or authorized the wheels on the vehicle. affected if all the tires are not tire service center should replaced at the same time. mount or dismount the tires. If the vehicle tires must be If proper rotation and replaced with a tire that does not maintenance have been done, have a TPC Spec number, make all four tires should wear out at sure they are the same size, about the same time. See Tire { Warning load range, speed rating, and Rotation 0 269 for information Mixing tires of different sizes construction (radial) as the on proper tire rotation. However, (other than those originally original tires. if it is necessary to replace only installed on the vehicle), brands, Vehicles that have a tire one axle set of worn tires, place or types may cause loss of the new tires on the rear axle. pressure monitoring system control of the vehicle, resulting in could give an inaccurate Winter tires with the same speed a crash or other vehicle damage. low-pressure warning if non-TPC rating as the original equipment Use the same size, load range, Spec rated tires are installed. and type of tires as the original tires may not be available for H, See Tire Pressure Monitor tires. V, W, and ZR speed rated tires. Operation 0 265. Never exceed the winter tire's Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 273 The Tire and Loading most passenger car tires. The Information label indicates the Warning (Continued) Uniform Tire Quality Grading original equipment tires on the tires not recommended for those (UTQG) system does not apply vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits wheels are selected. This to deep tread, winter tires, 0 178. increases the chance of a crash compact spare tires, tires with and serious injury. Only use GM nominal rim diameters of Different Size Tires and specific wheel and tire systems 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), Wheels developed for the vehicle, and or to some limited-production have them properly installed by a tires. If wheels or tires are installed that GM certified technician. are a different size than the original While the tires available on equipment wheels and tires, vehicle General Motors passenger cars performance, including its braking, See Buying New Tires 0 271 and and light trucks may vary with ride and handling characteristics, Accessories and Modifications respect to these grades, they 0 stability, and resistance to rollover 234. must also conform to federal may be affected. If the vehicle has safety requirements and electronic systems such as antilock Uniform Tire Quality brakes, rollover airbags, traction additional General Motors Tire control, electronic stability control, Grading Performance Criteria (TPC) or All-Wheel Drive, the performance The following information relates standards. of these systems can also be to the system developed by the Quality grades can be found affected. United States National Highway where applicable on the tire Traffic Safety Administration sidewall between tread shoulder { Warning (NHTSA), which grades tires by and maximum section width. For treadwear, traction, and If different sized wheels are used, example: there may not be an acceptable temperature performance. This level of performance and safety if applies only to vehicles sold in the United States. The grades (Continued) are molded on the sidewalls of Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

274 Vehicle Care Treadwear 200 Traction AA Traction laboratory test wheel. Sustained Temperature A The traction grades, from high temperature can cause the All Passenger Car Tires Must highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate Conform to Federal Safety and C. Those grades represent and reduce tire life, and Requirements In Addition To the tire's ability to stop on wet excessive temperature can lead These Grades. pavement as measured under to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of Treadwear controlled conditions on specified government test performance which all The treadwear grade is a surfaces of asphalt and passenger car tires must meet comparative rating based on the concrete. A tire marked C may under the Federal Motor Safety wear rate of the tire when tested have poor traction performance. Standard No. 109. Grades B and under controlled conditions on a Warning: The traction grade A represent higher levels of specified government test assigned to this tire is based on performance on the laboratory course. For example, a tire straight-ahead braking traction test wheel than the minimum graded 150 would wear one and tests, and does not include required by law. Warning: The one-half (1½) times as well on acceleration, cornering, temperature grade for this tire is the government course as a tire hydroplaning, or peak traction established for a tire that is graded 100. The relative characteristics. properly inflated and not performance of tires depends overloaded. Excessive speed, upon the actual conditions of Temperature underinflation, or excessive their use, however, and may The temperature grades are A loading, either separately or in depart significantly from the (the highest), B, and C, combination, can cause heat norm due to variations in driving representing the tire's resistance buildup and possible tire failure. habits, service practices and to the generation of heat and its differences in road ability to dissipate heat when characteristics and climate. tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 275 Wheel Alignment and Tire Some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of Caution Balance these conditions exist. The tires and wheels were aligned The wrong wheel can also cause Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake and balanced at the factory to wheel that is needed. provide the longest tire life and best cooling, speedometer or overall performance. Adjustments to Each new wheel should have the odometer calibration, headlamp wheel alignment and tire balancing same load-carrying capacity, aim, bumper height, vehicle are not necessary on a regular diameter, width, offset, and be ground clearance, and tire or tire basis. Consider an alignment check mounted the same way as the one it chain clearance to the body and if there is unusual tire wear or the replaces. chassis. vehicle is significantly pulling to one Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel side or the other. Some slight pull to nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor Used Replacement Wheels the left or right, depending on the System (TPMS) sensors with new crown of the road and/or other road GM original equipment parts. surface variations such as troughs { Warning or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is vibrating when driving on a smooth { Warning Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous. How it has road, the tires and wheels may need Using the wrong replacement been used or how far it has been to be rebalanced. See your dealer wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel for proper diagnosis. driven may be unknown. It could nuts can be dangerous. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. affect the braking and handling of When replacing wheels, use a Wheel Replacement the vehicle. Tires can lose air, new GM original equipment Replace any wheel that is bent, and cause loss of control, causing wheel. cracked, or badly rusted or a crash. Always use the correct corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts for replacement. wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

276 Vehicle Care Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat used in a skid. Stop pressing the accelerator pedal and steer to This vehicle has self-sealing tires. straighten the vehicle. It may be { Warning See Self-Sealing Tires 0 258. Tread very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake punctures typically will not cause Do not use tire chains. There is to a stop, well off the road, tires to lose air. However, if the if possible. not enough clearance. Tire chains vehicle does get a flat tire, there is used on a vehicle without the no spare tire, tire changing proper amount of clearance can equipment, or place to store a tire. { Warning cause damage to the brakes, Contact Roadside Assistance Lifting a vehicle and getting under for help. suspension, or other vehicle it to do maintenance or repairs is parts. The area damaged by the It is unusual for a tire to blow out, dangerous without the tire chains could cause loss of especially if the tires are maintained appropriate safety equipment and control and a crash. properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is training. If a jack is provided with Use another type of traction much more likely to leak out slowly. the vehicle, it is designed only for 0 device only if its manufacturer See Tires 257. But if there is ever changing a flat tire. If it is used for recommends it for the vehicle's a blowout, here are a few tips about anything else, you or others could tire size combination and road what to expect and what to do. be badly injured or killed if the conditions. Follow that If a front tire fails, the flat tire will vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack manufacturer's instructions. To create a drag that pulls the vehicle is provided with the vehicle, only avoid vehicle damage, drive slow toward that side. Take your foot off use it for changing a flat tire. and readjust or remove the the accelerator pedal and grip the traction device if it contacts the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. and wheel damage by driving slowly If traction devices are used, install gently brake to a stop, well off the road, if possible. to a level place, well off the road, them on the front tires. if possible. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and 1. Turn on the hazard warning may require the same correction as flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 131. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 277 2. Set the parking brake firmly. than 6 mm (0.25 in), the tire is too 3. Put an automatic transmission severely damaged for the tire { Warning in P (Park) or a manual sealant and compressor kit to be effective. If the tire has a puncture Storing the tire sealant and transmission in 1 (First) or compressor kit or other R (Reverse). less than 6 mm (0.25 in) in the tread area of the tire, see Tire Sealant equipment in the passenger 4. Turn off the ignition. and Compressor Kit 0 277. compartment of the vehicle could 5. Inspect the flat tire. cause injury. In a sudden stop or Tire Sealant and collision, loose equipment could Compressor Kit strike someone. Store the tire { Warning sealant and compressor kit in its Driving on a flat tire will cause original location. permanent damage to the tire. { Warning Re-inflating a tire after it has been Overinflating a tire could cause If this vehicle has a tire sealant and driven on while severely the tire to rupture and you or compressor kit, there may not be a underinflated or flat may cause a others could be injured. Be sure spare tire or tire changing blowout and a serious crash. to read and follow the tire sealant equipment, and on some vehicles Never attempt to re-inflate a tire and compressor kit instructions there may not be a place to store that has been driven on while and inflate the tire to its a tire. severely underinflated or flat. recommended pressure. Do not The tire sealant and compressor Have your dealer or an authorized exceed the recommended can be used to temporarily seal tire service center repair or pressure. punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in replace the flat tire as soon as the tread area of the tire. It can also possible. be used to inflate an underinflated tire. If this vehicle has a tire sealant kit For vehicles with self-sealing tires, and the tire has been separated try to inflate the tire without sealant from the wheel, has damaged first. See “Using the Tire Sealant sidewalls, or has a puncture larger Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

278 Vehicle Care and Compressor Kit without Sealant 2. Sealant/Air Hose Check the tire sealant expiration to Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured)” 3. Base of Sealant Canister date on the tire sealant canister. below. 4. Tire Sealant Canister The tire sealant canister (4) should If the tire has been separated from 5. On/Off Button be replaced before its expiration the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, 6. Slot on Top of Compressor date. Replacement tire sealant or has a large puncture, the tire is 7. Pressure Deflation Button canisters are available at your local too severely damaged for the tire 8. Pressure Gauge dealer. sealant and compressor kit to be There is only enough sealant to seal effective. See Roadside Assistance one tire. After usage, the tire sealant Program 0 316. canister must be replaced. Read and follow all of the tire Using the Tire Sealant and sealant and compressor kit Compressor Kit to Temporarily instructions. Seal and Inflate a The kit includes: Punctured Tire When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures, warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes. This will help to inflate the tire 9. Power Plug faster. 10. Air Only Hose If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire Tire Sealant and wheel damage by driving slowly Read and follow the safe handling to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard instructions on the label adhered to 0 the tire sealant canister (4). Warning Flashers 131. See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 276 for 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve other important safety warnings. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 279 Do not remove any objects that 4. Attach the air only hose (10) to have penetrated the tire. the sealant canister inlet 1. Remove the tire sealant valve (1) by turning it clockwise canister (4) and compressor until tight. from its storage location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 283. 2. Remove the air only hose (10) and the power plug (9) from the bottom of the compressor. 3. Place the compressor on the ground near the flat tire. 7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) to the tire valve stem by turning it clockwise until tight. 8. Plug the power plug (9) into the accessory power outlet in the 5. Slide the base of the tire vehicle. Unplug all items from sealant canister (3) into the slot other accessory power outlets. on the top of the compressor See Power Outlets 0 90. (6) to hold it upright. If the vehicle has an accessory Make sure the tire valve stem power outlet, do not use the is positioned close to the cigarette lighter. ground so the hose will reach it. If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the 6. Remove the valve stem cap cigarette lighter. from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise. Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

280 Vehicle Care 9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle is on. Turn the compressor off Therefore, Steps 13–21 must must be running while using to get an accurate pressure be done immediately after the air compressor. reading. The compressor may Step 12. 10. Press the on/off button (5) to be turned on/off until the Be careful while handling the turn the tire sealant and correct pressure is reached. tire sealant and compressor kit compressor kit on. as it could be warm after Caution The compressor will inject usage. sealant and air into the tire. If the recommended pressure 13. Unplug the power plug (9) from The pressure gauge (8) will cannot be reached after the accessory power outlet in initially show a high pressure approximately 25 minutes, the the vehicle. while the compressor pushes vehicle should not be driven 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) the sealant into the tire. Once farther. The tire is too severely counterclockwise to remove it the sealant is completely damaged and the tire sealant and from the tire valve stem. dispersed into the tire, the compressor kit cannot inflate the 15. Replace the tire valve pressure will quickly drop and tire. Remove the power plug from stem cap. start to rise again as the tire the accessory power outlet and 16. Remove the tire sealant inflates with air only. unscrew the inflating hose from canister (4) from the slot on top 11. Inflate the tire to the the tire valve. See Roadside of the compressor (6). recommended inflation Assistance Program 0 316. pressure using the pressure 17. Turn the air only hose (10) gauge (8). The recommended counterclockwise to remove it inflation pressure can be found 12. Press the on/off button (5) to from the tire sealant canister on the Tire and Loading turn the tire sealant and inlet valve (1). compressor kit off. Information label. See Tire 18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) 0 Pressure 263. The tire is not sealed and will clockwise onto the sealant The pressure gauge (8) may continue to leak air until the canister inlet valve (1) to read higher than the actual tire vehicle is driven and the prevent sealant leakage. pressure while the compressor sealant is distributed in the tire. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 281 19. Return the air only hose (10) Tire Sealant and Compressor 27. After temporarily sealing a tire and power plug (9) back to Kit without Sealant to Inflate a using the tire sealant and their original storage location. Tire (Not Punctured).” compressor kit, take the If the tire pressure has fallen vehicle to an authorized dealer more than 68 kPa (10 psi) to have the tire replaced. below the recommended Using the Tire Sealant and inflation pressure, stop driving Compressor Kit without the vehicle. The tire is too Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire. Punctured) 20. If the flat tire was able to inflate See Roadside Assistance The kit includes: to the recommended inflation Program 0 316. pressure, remove the If the tire pressure has not maximum speed label from the dropped more than 68 kPa sealant canister and place it in (10 psi) from the recommended a highly visible location. inflation pressure, inflate the Do not exceed the speed on tire to the recommended this label until the damaged tire inflation pressure. is repaired or replaced. 24. Wipe off any sealant from the 21. Return the equipment to its wheel, tire, or vehicle. original storage location in the 25. Dispose of the used tire vehicle. sealant canister (4) at a local 22. Immediately drive the vehicle dealer or in accordance with 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the local state codes and practices. sealant in the tire. 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve 26. Replace it with a new canister 2. Sealant/Air Hose 23. Stop at a safe location and available from your dealer. 3. Base of Sealant Canister check the tire pressure. Refer 4. Tire Sealant Canister to Steps 1 10 under Using the – “ 5. On/Off Button Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

282 Vehicle Care 6. Slot on Top of Compressor 2. Remove the air only hose (10) Do not pinch the power plug 7. Pressure Deflation Button and the power plug (9) from the cord in the door or window. 8. Pressure Gauge bottom of the compressor. 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle 3. Place the compressor on the must be running while using ground near the flat tire. the air compressor. Make sure the tire valve stem 8. Press the on/off button (5) to is positioned close to the turn the tire sealant and ground so the hose will compressor kit on. reach it. The compressor will inflate the 4. Remove the valve stem cap tire with air only. from the flat tire by turning it 9. Inflate the tire to the counterclockwise. recommended inflation 5. Attach the air only hose (10) to pressure using the pressure the tire valve stem by turning it gauge (8). The recommended clockwise until tight. inflation pressure can be found 9. Power Plug 6. Plug the power plug (9) into the on the Tire and Loading 10. Air Only Hose Information label. See Tire accessory power outlet in the 0 If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire vehicle. Unplug all items from Pressure 263. and wheel damage by driving slowly other accessory power outlets. The pressure gauge (8) may to a level place. Turn on the hazard See Power Outlets 0 90. read higher than the actual tire warning flashers. See Hazard 0 If the vehicle has an accessory pressure while the compressor Warning Flashers 131. is on. Turn the compressor off 0 power outlet, do not use the See If a Tire Goes Flat 276 for cigarette lighter. to get an accurate pressure other important safety warnings. reading. The compressor may If the vehicle only has a be turned on/off until the 1. Remove the compressor from cigarette lighter, use the correct pressure is reached. its storage location. See cigarette lighter. Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 283. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 283 13. Replace the tire valve Caution stem cap. If the recommended pressure 14. Return the air only hose (10) cannot be reached after and power plug (9) back to approximately 25 minutes, the their original storage location. vehicle should not be driven 15. Return the equipment to its farther. The tire is too severely original storage location in the damaged and the tire sealant and vehicle. compressor kit cannot inflate the The tire sealant and compressor kit tire. Remove the power plug from has accessory adapters located in a the accessory power outlet and compartment on the bottom of its unscrew the inflating hose from housing that can be used to inflate 3. Remove the tire sealant the tire valve. See Roadside air mattresses, balls, etc. 0 canister (1) and the Assistance Program 316. compressor (2). Storing the Tire Sealant To store the tire sealant canister and 10. Press the on/off button (5) to and Compressor Kit the compressor, reverse the steps. turn the tire sealant and To access the tire sealant and compressor kit off. compressor kit: Be careful while handling the 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate compressor as it could be 0 21. warm after usage. 2. Remove the load floor. 11. Unplug the power plug (9) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. 12. Turn the air only hose (10) counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

284 Vehicle Care Jump Starting { Warning Warning (Continued) Jump Starting - North WARNING: Battery posts, . They contain gas that can America terminals, and related explode or ignite. accessories contain lead and lead . They contain enough For more information about the compounds, chemicals known to electricity to burn you. vehicle battery, see Battery - North the State of California to cause 0 America 242. cancer and birth defects or other If you do not follow these steps If the 12-volt battery has run down, reproductive harm. Batteries also exactly, some or all of these try to use another vehicle and some contain other chemicals known to things can hurt you. jumper cables to start your vehicle. the State of California to cause Be sure to use the following steps to cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER do it safely. HANDLING. For more information Caution go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ { Warning passenger-vehicle. Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle The high voltage battery cannot that would not be covered by the be jump started either with See California Proposition 0 vehicle warranty. Trying to start another vehicle or battery 65 Warning 233 and the back cover. the vehicle by pushing or pulling it charger. Personal injury, death, will not work, and it could damage or damage to the vehicle could the vehicle. result. { Warning Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: . They contain acid that can burn you. (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 285 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.

Caution

If the other vehicle does not have a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a negative ground for jump starting. Discharged Battery Positive Discharged Battery Negative Terminal Terminal 2. Position the two vehicles so The jump start positive terminal is The jump start negative grounding that they are not touching. on the discharged battery on the point is a stud on a bracket located 3. Set the parking brake and shift driver side of the vehicle. near the Accessory Power into P (Park). See Shifting Into Module (APM). Park 0 185. The jump start positive terminal and jump start negative terminal are on Caution the battery of the vehicle providing the jump start. If any accessories are left on or The positive jump start connection plugged in during the jump for the discharged battery is under a starting procedure, they could be trim cover. Open the cover to damaged. The repairs would not expose the terminal. be covered by the vehicle (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

286 Vehicle Care 5. Connect one end of the red Caution (Continued) { Warning positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal on the warranty. Whenever possible, turn Using a match near a battery can discharged battery. off or unplug all accessories on cause battery gas to explode. either vehicle when jump starting. People have been hurt doing this, 6. Connect the other end of the and some have been blinded. red positive (+) cable to the Use a flashlight if you need more positive (+) terminal of the 4. Turn the vehicle off. Turn off all good battery. lights and accessories in both light. 7. Connect one end of the black vehicles, except the hazard Battery fluid contains acid that negative (–) cable to the warning flashers if needed. can burn you. Do not get it on negative (–) terminal of the you. If you accidentally get it in good battery. { Warning your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water and get 8. Connect the other end of the An electric fan can start up even medical help immediately. black negative (–) cable to the when the propulsion system is not negative (–) grounding point for operating and can injure you. the discharged battery. Keep hands, clothing and tools 9. Start the vehicle with the good away from any underhood { Warning battery. electric fan. Fans or other moving propulsion 10. Try to start the vehicle with the system parts can injure you badly. dead battery. If it will not start Keep your hands away from after a few tries, it probably moving parts once the propulsion needs service. system is operating. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Caution Towing the Vehicle Caution

If the jumper cables are Caution Improper use of the tow eye can connected or removed in the damage the vehicle. If equipped, wrong order, electrical shorting Incorrectly towing a disabled use the tow eye to load a may occur and damage the vehicle may cause damage. The disabled vehicle onto a flatbed vehicle. The repairs would not be damage would not be covered by tow truck from a flat road surface, covered by the vehicle warranty. the vehicle warranty. Do not lash or to move the vehicle a short Always connect and remove the or hook to suspension distance. Use caution and low jumper cables in the correct order, components. Use the proper speeds. The transmission must making sure that the cables do straps around the tires to secure be in (N) Neutral when moving not touch each other or other the vehicle. Do not drag a locked the vehicle. metal. wheel/tire. Use tire skates or dollies under any locked wheel/ If the vehicle is equipped with a tow tire while loading the vehicle. Do Jumper Cable Removal eye, only use the tow eye to pull the not use a sling type lift to tow the vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier Reverse the sequence exactly when vehicle. This could damage the from a flat road surface. Do not use removing the jumper cables. vehicle. the tow eye to pull the vehicle from snow, mud, or sand. GM recommends a flatbed tow truck The tow eye is located underneath to transport a disabled vehicle. Use the load floor, near the spare tire or ramps to help reduce approach the compressor kit, if equipped. angles, if necessary. A towed vehicle should have its drive wheels off the ground. Contact Roadside Assistance or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

288 Vehicle Care Front Tow Eye Attachment Rear Tow Eye Attachment Point Point

Install the tow eye into the socket and turn it until it is fully tightened. When the tow eye is removed, Carefully open the cover in the reinstall the cover with the notch in Carefully open the cover in the fascia by using the small notch that the original position. fascia by using the small notch that conceals the tow eye socket. conceals the tow eye socket. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 289 vehicle with two wheels on the . Is the vehicle ready to be ground and two wheels up on a towed? Just as preparing the device known as a dolly. vehicle for a long trip, make sure Here are some important things to the vehicle is prepared to be consider before recreational vehicle towed. towing: Caution . Before towing the vehicle, become familiar with the local Use of a shield mounted in front laws that apply to recreational of the vehicle grille could restrict vehicle towing. These laws may airflow and cause damage to the vary by region.. electric drive unit. The repairs Install the tow eye into the socket . What is the towing capacity of would not be covered by the and turn it until it is fully tightened. the towing vehicle? Be sure to vehicle warranty. If using a shield, When the tow eye is removed, read the tow vehicle only use one that attaches to the reinstall the cover with the notch in manufacturer's towing vehicle. the original position. recommendations. . How far will the vehicle be Recreational Vehicle towed? Some vehicles have Towing restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means . Does the vehicle have the towing the vehicle behind another proper towing equipment? See vehicle, such as behind a motor your dealer or trailering home. The two most common types professional for additional advice of recreational vehicle towing are and equipment known as dinghy towing and dolly recommendations. towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Dolly towing is towing the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

290 Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing The vehicle was not designed to be 2. Shift the transmission to towed with all four wheels on the P (Park). See Shifting Into Park ground. If the vehicle must be 0 185. towed, a dolly should be used. See 3. Set the parking brake. “Dolly Towing” following. 4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly. Dolly Towing 5. Follow the dolly manufacturer's instructions for preparing the vehicle and dolly for towing. 6. Release the parking brake. 7. Turn the vehicle off. 8. Open the hood. 9. Wait two minutes. Caution 10. Disconnect the negative (-) terminal connector from the If the vehicle is towed with all four 12-volt battery. wheels on the ground, the 11. Close and latch the hood. components could be damaged. The repairs would not Tow the vehicle with the two rear be covered by the vehicle wheels on the ground and the front warranty. Do not tow the vehicle wheels on a dolly. with all four wheels on the To tow the vehicle from the front ground. with the rear wheels on the ground: 1. Put the front wheels on the dolly. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Appearance Care Caution (Continued) Exterior Care correct product usage, necessary safety precautions, and Locks appropriate disposal of any Locks are lubricated at the factory. vehicle care product. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. Caution Washing the Vehicle Avoid using high-pressure To preserve the vehicle's finish, washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) Caution wash it often and out of direct sunlight. to the surface of the vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding Towing the vehicle from the rear 8 274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result could damage it. Also, repairs Caution in damage or removal of paint would not be covered by the and decals. vehicle warranty. Never have the Do not use petroleum-based, vehicle towed from the rear. acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic Caution parts. If damage occurs, it would not be covered by the vehicle Do not power wash any warranty. Approved cleaning component under the hood that products can be obtained from has this e symbol. your dealer. Follow all (Continued) manufacturer directions regarding (Continued) Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

292 Vehicle Care have the damage assessed and Caution (Continued) repaired. Foreign materials such as Caution calcium chloride and other salts, ice This could cause damage that melting agents, road oil and tar, tree Machine compounding or would not be covered by the sap, bird droppings, chemicals from aggressive polishing on a vehicle warranty. industrial chimneys, etc., can basecoat/clearcoat paint finish damage the vehicle's finish if they may damage it. Use only If using an automatic car wash, remain on painted surfaces. Wash non-abrasive waxes and polishes follow the car wash instructions. The the vehicle as soon as possible. that are made for a basecoat/ windshield wiper and rear window If necessary, use non-abrasive clearcoat paint finish on the wiper, if equipped, must be off. cleaners that are marked safe for vehicle. Remove any accessories that may painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. be damaged or interfere with the car To keep the paint finish looking new, wash equipment. Occasional hand waxing or mild keep the vehicle garaged or Rinse the vehicle well, before polishing should be done to remove covered whenever possible. washing and after, to remove all residue from the paint finish. See your dealer for approved cleaning Protecting Exterior Bright Metal cleaning agents completely. If they Moldings are allowed to dry on the surface, products. they could stain. Do not apply waxes or polishes to Caution Dry the finish with a soft, clean uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, chamois or an all-cotton towel to decals, simulated wood, or flat paint Failure to clean and protect the as damage can occur. avoid surface scratches and water bright metal moldings can result spotting. in a hazy white finish or pitting. Finish Care This damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/wax materials is not recommended. If painted surfaces are damaged, see your dealer to Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 293 The bright metal moldings on the Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ vehicle are aluminum or stainless Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and Caution steel. To prevent damage always Stripes follow these cleaning instructions: Failure to clean lamps properly Use only lukewarm or cold water, a can cause damage to the lamp . Be sure the molding is cool to soft cloth, and a car washing soap cover that would not be covered the touch before applying any to clean exterior lamps, lenses, by the vehicle warranty. cleaning solution. emblems, decals and stripes. Follow . Use a cleaning solution instructions under "Washing the approved for aluminum or Vehicle" previously in this section. Caution stainless steel. Some cleaners Lamp covers are made of plastic, are highly acidic or contain and some have a UV protective Using wax on low gloss black alkaline substances and can coating. Do not clean or wipe them damage the moldings. finish stripes can increase the while they are dry. gloss level and create a . Always dilute a concentrated Do not use any of the following on non-uniform finish. Clean low cleaner according to the lamp covers: gloss stripes with soap and manufacturer’s instructions. . Abrasive or caustic agents. water only. . Do not use chrome cleaners. . Washer fluids and other cleaning . Do not use cleaners that are not agents in higher concentrations Air Intakes intended for automotive use. than suggested by the Clear debris from the air intakes, . Use a nonabrasive wax on the manufacturer. between the hood and windshield, vehicle after washing to protect . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, when washing the vehicle. and extend the molding finish. or other harsh cleaners. Windshield and Wiper Blades . Ice scrapers or other hard items. Clean the outside of the windshield . Aftermarket appearance caps or with glass cleaner. covers while the lamps are illuminated, due to excessive heat generated. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

294 Vehicle Care Clean rubber blades using a lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked with Caution Caution (Continued) windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the windshield Using petroleum-based tire dust and ice. Always wash the thoroughly when cleaning the dressing products on the vehicle chrome with soap and water after blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and may damage the paint finish and/ exposure. a buildup of vehicle wash/wax or tires. When applying a tire treatments may cause wiper dressing, always wipe off any streaking. overspray from all painted Caution Replace the wiper blades if they are surfaces on the vehicle. worn or damaged. Damage can be To avoid surface damage on caused by extreme dusty Wheels and Wheel Trim wheels and wheel trim, do not conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, use strong soaps, chemicals, Use a soft, clean cloth with mild snow, and ice. abrasive polishes, cleaners, soap and water to clean the wheels. Weatherstrips After rinsing thoroughly with clean or brushes. Use only GM water, dry with a soft, clean towel. approved cleaners. Do not drive Apply weatherstrip lubricant on A wax may then be applied. the vehicle through an automatic weatherstrips to make them last car wash that uses silicon carbide longer, seal better, and not stick or Caution tire/wheel cleaning brushes. squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at Damage could occur and the least once a year. Hot, dry climates repairs would not be covered by may require more frequent Chrome wheels and chrome the vehicle warranty. application. Black marks from wheel trim may be damaged if the rubber material on painted surfaces vehicle is not washed after driving can be removed by rubbing with a on roads that have been sprayed Brake System clean cloth. with magnesium chloride or calcium chloride. These are used Visually inspect brake lines and Tires on roads for conditions such as hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to (Continued) disc brake pads for wear and rotors clean the tires. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 295 for surface condition. Inspect drum Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting brake linings/shoes for wear or At least twice a year, spring and fall, Airborne pollutants can fall upon cracks. Inspect all other brake parts. use plain water to flush any and attack painted vehicle surfaces Steering, Suspension, and corrosive materials from the causing blotchy, ring-shaped Chassis Components underbody. Take care to thoroughly discolorations, and small, irregular clean any areas where mud and dark spots etched into the paint Visually inspect steering, other debris can collect. surface. See “Finish Care” suspension, and chassis previously in this section. components for damaged, loose, Sheet Metal Damage or missing parts or signs of wear at If the vehicle is damaged and Interior Care least once a year. requires sheet metal repair or Inspect power steering for proper replacement, make sure the body To prevent dirt particle abrasions, attachment, connections, binding, repair shop applies anti-corrosion regularly clean the vehicle's interior. leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. material to parts repaired or Immediately remove any soils. Newspapers or dark garments can Visually check constant velocity joint replaced to restore corrosion protection. transfer color to the vehicle’s boots and axle seals for leaks. interior. Original manufacturer replacement Body Component Lubrication parts will provide the corrosion Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the Lubricate all key lock cylinders, protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty. instrument cluster. Using a mild hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel soap solution, immediately remove charge port door, and power assist Finish Damage hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect step hinges, unless the components repellent from all interior surfaces or are plastic. Applying silicone grease Quickly repair minor chips and permanent damage may result. on weatherstrips with a clean cloth scratches with touch-up materials will make them last longer, seal available from your dealer to avoid Use cleaners specifically designed better, and not stick or squeak. corrosion. Larger areas of finish for the surfaces being cleaned to damage can be corrected in your prevent permanent damage. Apply dealer's body and paint shop. all cleaners directly to the cleaning Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

296 Vehicle Care cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any . Do not heavily saturate the Speaker Covers switches or controls. Remove upholstery when cleaning. Vacuum around a speaker cover cleaners quickly. . Do not use solvents or cleaners gently, so that the speaker will not Before using cleaners, read and containing solvents. be damaged. Clean spots with water follow all safety instructions on the and mild soap. label. While cleaning the interior, Interior Glass open the doors and windows to get To clean, use a terry cloth fabric Coated Moldings proper ventilation. dampened with water. Wipe droplets Coated moldings should be cleaned. left behind with a clean dry cloth. To prevent damage, do not clean When lightly soiled, wipe with a If necessary, use a commercial . the interior using the following sponge or soft, lint-free cloth glass cleaner after cleaning with cleaners or techniques: dampened with water. plain water. . Never use a razor or any other . When heavily soiled, use warm sharp object to remove soil from soapy water. any interior surface. Caution Fabric/Carpet/Suede . Never use a brush with stiff To prevent scratching, never use bristles. abrasive cleaners on automotive Start by vacuuming the surface using a soft brush attachment. If a . Never rub any surface glass. Abrasive cleaners or rotating vacuum brush attachment is aggressively or with too much aggressive cleaning may damage being used, only use it on the floor pressure. the rear window defogger. carpet. Before cleaning, gently . Do not use laundry detergents or remove as much of the soil as dishwashing soaps with Cleaning the windshield with water possible: degreasers. For liquid cleaners, during the first three to six months . Gently blot liquids with a paper use approximately 20 drops per of ownership will reduce tendency towel. Continue blotting until no 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. to fog. more soil can be removed. A concentrated soap solution will create streaks and attract dirt. . For solid soils, remove as much Do not use solutions that contain as possible prior to vacuuming. strong or caustic soap. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 297 To clean: using a commercial upholstery Caution 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free cleaner or spot lifter. If ring colorfast cloth with water. formation occurs, clean the entire fabric or carpet. Do not attach a device with a Microfiber cloth is suction cup to the display. This recommended to prevent lint After cleaning, use a paper towel to may cause damage and would transfer to the fabric or carpet. blot excess moisture. not be covered by the vehicle 2. Remove excess moisture by Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces warranty. gently wringing until water does and Vehicle Information and not drip from the cleaning cloth. Radio Displays Instrument Panel, Leather, 3. Start on the outside edge of the Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, soil and gently rub toward the surfaces or vehicle displays. First, Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and center. Fold the cleaning cloth use a soft bristle brush to remove Natural Open Pore Wood to a clean area frequently to dirt that can scratch the surface. prevent forcing the soil in to the Surfaces Then gently clean by rubbing with a fabric. microfiber cloth. Never use window Use a soft microfiber cloth 4. Continue gently rubbing the cleaners or solvents. Periodically dampened with water to remove soiled area until there is no hand wash the microfiber cloth dust and loose dirt. For a more longer any color transfer from separately, using mild soap. Do not thorough cleaning, use a soft the soil to the cleaning cloth. use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution. 5. If the soil is not completely thoroughly and air dry before removed, use a mild soap next use. solution followed only by plain Caution water. Soaking or saturating leather, If the soil is not completely especially perforated leather, as removed, it may be necessary to well as other interior surfaces, use a commercial upholstery may cause permanent damage. cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small (Continued) hidden area for colorfastness before Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued)

Wipe excess moisture from these any plastic or painted surface in adequate protection. Clean and surfaces after cleaning and allow the vehicle, blot immediately and rinse seat belt webbing only with them to dry naturally. Never use clean with a soft cloth dampened mild soap and lukewarm water. heat, steam, or spot removers. Do with a mild soap solution. Allow the webbing to dry. not use cleaners that contain Damage caused by air fresheners silicone or wax-based products. would not be covered by the Cleaners containing these vehicle warranty. Floor Mats solvents can permanently change the appearance and feel of Cargo Cover and { Warning leather or soft trim, and are not Convenience Net recommended. If a floor mat is the wrong size or If equipped, wash with warm water is not properly installed, it can and mild detergent. Do not use interfere with the pedals. Do not use cleaners that increase chlorine bleach. Rinse with cold Interference with the pedals can gloss, especially on the instrument water, and then dry completely. cause unintended acceleration panel. Reflected glare can decrease and/or increased stopping visibility through the windshield Care of Seat Belts distance which can cause a crash under certain conditions. Keep belts clean and dry. and injury. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the Caution { Warning pedals. Use of air fresheners may cause Do not bleach or dye seat belt permanent damage to plastics Use the following guidelines for webbing. It may severely weaken and painted surfaces. If an air proper floor mat usage: the webbing. In a crash, they freshener comes in contact with might not be able to provide . The original equipment floor (Continued) mats were designed for your (Continued) vehicle. If the floor mats need Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Vehicle Care 299 replacing, it is recommended Removing and Replacing the that GM certified floor mats be Floor Mats purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not fit properly and may Pull up on the rear of the floor mat interfere with the pedals. Always to unlock each retainer and remove. check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals. . Do not use a floor mat if the vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor. . Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. . Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. . Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet . Do not place one floor mat on retainers and snap into position. top of another. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

300 Service and Maintenance General Information for routine maintenance such as tire Service and rotations and additional Maintenance Your vehicle is an important maintenance items like tires, brakes, investment. This section describes batteries, and wiper blades. the required maintenance for the General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help Caution General Information ...... 300 protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or Damage caused by improper Maintenance Schedule inadequate maintenance. It may maintenance can lead to costly Maintenance Schedule ...... 301 also help to maintain the value of repairs and may not be covered the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Owner Checks and Services by the vehicle warranty. responsibility of the owner to have Maintenance intervals, checks, Owner Checks and all required maintenance performed. Services ...... 304 inspections, recommended fluids, Your dealer has trained technicians and lubricants are important to Additional Maintenance who can perform required keep the vehicle in good working and Care maintenance using genuine condition. Additional Maintenance replacement parts. They have and Care ...... 304 up-to-date tools and equipment for Do not have chemical flushes that fast and accurate diagnostics. Many are not approved by GM Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and performed on the vehicle. The Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy use of flushes, solvents, cleaners, Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online or lubricants that are not Lubricants ...... 307 scheduling to assist with service approved by GM could damage Maintenance Replacement needs. the vehicle, requiring expensive Parts ...... 308 Your dealer recognizes the repairs that are not covered by Maintenance Records importance of providing the vehicle warranty. Maintenance Records ...... 309 competitively priced maintenance and repair services. With trained technicians, the dealer is the place Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Service and Maintenance 301 The Tire Rotation and Required Maintenance Services are the responsibility of the { Warning vehicle owner. It is recommended to Schedule have your dealer perform these Performing maintenance work can services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. be dangerous and can cause Owner Checks and Services serious injury. Perform Proper vehicle maintenance helps to Once a Month keep the vehicle in good working maintenance work only if the condition. required information, proper tools, . Check the tire inflation and equipment are available. pressures. See Tire Pressure The Additional Required Services 0 263. are for vehicles that: If they are not, see your dealer to have a trained technician do the . Inspect the tires for wear. See . Carry passengers and cargo work. See Doing Your Own Tire Inspection 0 269. within recommended limits on Service Work 0 234. the Tire and Loading Information . Check the windshield washer label. See Vehicle Load Limits fluid level. See Washer Fluid 0 178. 0 239. . Are driven on reasonable road Air Conditioning Desiccant surfaces within legal driving (Replace Every Seven Years) limits. The air conditioning system requires Refer to the information in the maintenance every seven years. Maintenance Schedule Additional This service requires replacement of Required Services chart. the desiccant to help the longevity and efficient operation of the air conditioning system. This service can be complex. See your dealer. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

302 Service and Maintenance Tire Rotation and Required . Inspect power steering for . Check accelerator pedal for Services Every 12 000 km/ proper attachment, connections, damage, high effort, or binding. 7,500 mi binding, leaks, cracks, Replace if needed. chafing, etc. Rotate the tires, if recommended for . Visually inspect gas strut for the vehicle, and perform the . Visually inspect halfshafts and signs of wear, cracks, or other following services. See Tire drive shafts for excessive wear, damage. Check the hold open Rotation 0 269. lubricant leaks, and/or damage ability of the strut. If the hold including: tube dents or cracks, open ability is low, service the . Check coolant level. See constant velocity joint or gas strut. See Gas Strut(s) Cooling System 0 238. universal joint looseness, 0 246. . Check windshield washer fluid cracked or missing boots, loose . Check tire sealant expiration level. See Washer Fluid 0 239. or missing boot clamps, center date, if equipped. See Tire bearing excessive looseness, . Check tire inflation pressures. Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 loose or missing fasteners, and 0 277. See Tire Pressure 263. axle seal leaks. . Inspect tire wear. See Tire 0 . Check restraint system Inspection 269. components. See Safety System . Visually check for fluid leaks. Check 0 45. . Inspect brake system. See . Lubricate body components. See Exterior Care 0 291. Exterior Care 0 291. . Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis components for damage, including cracks or tears in the rubber boots, loose or missing parts, or signs of wear at least once a year. See Exterior Care 0 291. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi Services 168 000 km/105,000 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi

Rotate tires and perform Required Services. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Drain and fill vehicle coolant circuits. (2) @ Replace brake fluid. (3) Replace windshield wiper blades. (4) @@@@@@@@@@ Replace hood and/or body lift support gas @ @ struts. (5) Replace air conditioning desiccant. (6)

Footnotes — Maintenance there is reduced airflow, window (4) Or every 12 months, whichever Schedule Additional Required fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer comes first. See Wiper Blade Services can help determine when to replace Replacement 0 244. (1) Or every two years, whichever the filter. (5) Or every 10 years, whichever comes first. More frequent (2) Or every five years, whichever comes first. See Gas Strut(s) 0 246. passenger compartment air filter comes first. See Cooling System 0 (6) Replace air conditioning replacement may be needed if 238. desiccant every seven years. driving in areas with heavy traffic, (3) Replace brake fluid every five poor air quality, high dust levels, years. See Brake Fluid 0 241. or environmental allergens. Passenger compartment air filter replacement may also be needed if Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

304 Service and Maintenance Owner Checks and Additional Battery The battery supplies power to Services Maintenance and Care operate any additional electrical . At least twice a year, have Your vehicle is an important accessories. underbody flushing service investment and caring for it properly . To avoid break-down or failure, performed. See "Underbody may help to avoid future costly maintain a battery with full Maintenance" in Exterior Care repairs. To maintain vehicle power. 0 291. performance, additional maintenance services may be . Trained dealer technicians have required. It is recommended that the diagnostic equipment to test your dealer perform these services the battery and ensure that the — their trained dealer technicians connections and cables are know your vehicle best. Your dealer corrosion-free. can also perform a thorough Brakes assessment with a multi-point inspection to recommend when your Brakes stop the vehicle and are vehicle may need attention. The crucial to safe driving. following list is intended to explain . Signs of brake wear may include the services and conditions to look chirping, grinding, or squealing for that may indicate services are noises, or difficulty stopping. required. . Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts engineered for the vehicle. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Service and Maintenance 305 Fluids Lamps . As part of the multi-point Proper fluid levels and approved Properly working headlamps, inspection, trained dealer technicians can visually inspect fluids protect the vehicle’s systems taillamps, and brake lamps are and components. See important to see and be seen on the shocks and struts for signs Recommended Fluids and the road. of leaking, blown seals, Lubricants 0 307 for GM approved or damage, and can advise . Signs that the headlamps need when service is needed. fluids. attention include dimming, failure . Keep the windshield washer fluid to light, cracking, or damage. Tires reservoir filled. The brake lamps need to be Tires need to be properly inflated, . Instrument cluster lights may checked periodically to ensure rotated, and balanced. Maintaining come on to indicate that fluids that they light when braking. the tires can save money and may be low and need to be . With a multi-point inspection, reduce the risk of tire failure. filled. your dealer can check the lamps . Signs that the tires need to be and note any concerns. Hoses replaced include three or more Shocks and Struts visible treadwear indicators; cord Hoses transport fluids and should or fabric showing through the be regularly inspected to ensure Shocks and struts help aid in control rubber; cracks or cuts in the that there are no cracks or leaks. for a smoother ride. tread or sidewall; or a bulge or With a multi-point inspection, your . Signs of wear may include split in the tire. dealer can inspect the hoses and steering wheel vibration, bounce/ advise if replacement is needed. sway while braking, longer stopping distance, or uneven tire wear. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

306 Service and Maintenance . Trained dealer technicians can Wheel Alignment Windshield inspect and recommend the right Wheel alignment is critical for For safety, appearance, and the tires. Your dealer can also ensuring that the tires deliver best viewing, keep the windshield provide tire/wheel balancing optimal wear and performance. clean and clear. services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds. . Signs that the alignment may . Signs of damage include Your dealer sells and services need to be adjusted include scratches, cracks, and chips. name brand tires. pulling, improper vehicle . Trained dealer technicians can handling, or unusual tire wear. Vehicle Care inspect the windshield and . Your dealer has the required recommend proper replacement To help keep the vehicle looking like equipment to ensure proper if needed. new, vehicle care products are wheel alignment. available from your dealer. For Wiper Blades information on how to clean and Wiper blades need to be cleaned protect the vehicle’s interior and and kept in good condition to 0 exterior, see Interior Care 295 and provide a clear view. Exterior Care 0 291. . Signs of wear include streaking, skipping across the windshield, and worn or split rubber. . Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and replace them when needed. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Service and Maintenance 307 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Electric Drive Unit See your dealer. Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in Canada 19353127). Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Liftgate Hinges Canada 10953474). Vehicle Coolant Circuits Use Only Premix DEX-COOL Coolant (GM Part No. 12378390, in Canada 10953456). See Cooling System 0 238. Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or equivalent. Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

308 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Wiper Blades Driver Side – 68 cm (26.8 in) 42341754 — Passenger Side – 68 cm (26.8 in) 42341756 — Rear – 30 cm (11.8 in) 84215609 — Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Service and Maintenance 309 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 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

310 Technical Data Vehicle Identification parts. See “Engine Specifications” Technical Data under Capacities and Specifications 0 Vehicle Identification 311 for the vehicle's engine code. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Service Parts Number (VIN) ...... 310 Identification Service Parts Identification . . . 310 There may be a large barcode on Vehicle Data the certification label on the center Capacities and pillar that you can scan for the Specifications ...... 311 following information: . Vehicle Identification This legal identifier is in the front Number (VIN) corner of the instrument panel, on . Model designation the driver side of the vehicle. It can . Paint information be seen through the windshield from outside. The Vehicle Identification . Production options Number (VIN) also appears on the If there is not a large barcode on Vehicle Certification and Service this label, then you will find this Parts labels and certificates of title same information on a label inside and registration. of the trunk. Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Technical Data 311 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 307 for more information. Application Capacities Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant type and amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Cooling Systems* High Voltage Battery 7.0 L 7.4 qt Power Electronics 3.8 L 4.0 qt Heater 2.0 L 2.1 qt Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y 100 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. *Cooling systems capacity values are based on the individual cooling system and its components. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

312 Customer Information Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Customer Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Government ...... 322 Customer Satisfaction Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Government ...... 323 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 312 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Customer Assistance General Motors ...... 323 with the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 314 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 315 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 315 however, despite the best intentions GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy ...... 324 Cybersecurity ...... 324 of all concerned, misunderstandings Program ...... 316 can occur. If your concern has not Roadside Assistance Event Data Recorders ...... 324 OnStar ...... 325 been resolved to your satisfaction, Program ...... 316 the following steps should be taken: Scheduling Service Appointments ...... 318 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership Program ...... 318 management. Normally, concerns Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 319 can be quickly resolved at that level. Publication Ordering If the matter has already been Information ...... 321 reviewed with the sales, service, Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner Statement ...... 322 of your dealership or the general manager. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Customer Information 313 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 likely be resolved at a dealer's may reject it and proceed with any resolved by your dealership without facility. That is why we suggest other venue for relief available further help, in the U.S., call the following Step One first. to you. Chevrolet Customer Assistance STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : You may contact the BBB Auto Line Center at 1-877-486-5846. In Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Canada, call General Motors of dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Canada Customer Care Centre at sure you are completely satisfied the following address: 1-800-263-3777 (English), with the new vehicle. However, or 1-800-263-7854 (French). BBB Auto Line Program if you continue to remain unsatisfied BBB National Programs, Inc. We encourage you to call the after following the procedure 3033 Wilson Boulevard toll-free number in order to give the outlined in Steps One and Two, you Suite 600 , Arlington, VA 22201 inquiry prompt attention. Have the can file with the Better Business Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 following information available to Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to http://www.bbb.org/council/ give the Customer Assistance enforce your rights. programs-services/ representative: The BBB Auto Line Program is an dispute-handling-and-resolution/ . Vehicle Identification Number out-of-court program administered bbb-auto-line (VIN). This is available from the by the BBB National Programs, Inc. This program is available in all vehicle registration or title, or the to settle automotive disputes 50 states and the District of plate at the top left of the regarding vehicle repairs or the Columbia. Eligibility is limited by instrument panel and visible interpretation of the New Vehicle vehicle age, mileage, and other through the windshield. Limited Warranty. Although you may factors. General Motors reserves . Dealership name and location. be required to resort to this informal the right to change eligibility dispute resolution program prior to . Vehicle delivery date and limitations and/or discontinue its filing a court action, use of the participation in this program. present mileage. program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

314 Customer Information STEP THREE — Canadian For further information concerning Customer Assistance Owners : In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), Offices addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call Chevrolet encourages customers to procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care call the toll-free number for and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Company wants you to be aware of 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, its participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: Mediation/Arbitration Program. The Mediation/Arbitration Program United States and Puerto Rico General Motors of Canada c/o Customer Care Centre Company has committed to binding General Motors of Canada Chevrolet Motor Division arbitration of owner disputes Company Chevrolet Customer Assistance involving factory-related vehicle Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Center service claims. The program 1908 Colonel Sam Drive P.O. Box 33170 provides for the review of the facts Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 involved by an impartial third party www.Chevrolet.com arbiter, and may include an informal The inquiry should be accompanied hearing before the arbiter. The by the Vehicle Identification 1-877-486-5846 program is designed so that the Number (VIN). 1-800-833-2438 (For Text entire dispute settlement process, Telephone Devices (TTYs)) from the time you file your complaint Roadside Assistance: to the final decision, should be 1-888-811-1926 completed in about 70 days. We From U.S. Virgin Islands: believe our impartial program offers 1-800-496-9994 advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Customer Information 315 Canada the U.S. can communicate with D : Select a preferred dealer and Chevrolet by dialing: General Motors of Canada view locations, maps, phone 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in Company numbers, and hours. Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: r : Track your vehicle’s warranty CA1-163-005 information. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Online Owner Center J : View active recalls by Vehicle Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Online Owner Experience www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN). See (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 1-800-263-3777 (English) The Chevrolet online owner 0 310. 1-800-263-7854 (French) experience allows access to videos, 1-800-263-3830 (For Text H : Compare and shop for articles, and vehicle health specific Telephone devices (TTYs)) Chevrolet and OnStar plans and to your Chevrolet as well as your Roadside Assistance: services. View GM Card and OnStar Account information all in 1-800-268-6800 SiriusXM information (if equipped). one place. F : Chat with online help Overseas Membership Benefits representatives. Please contact the local General E Motors Business Unit. : Download owner’s manuals See my.chevrolet.com to register and view vehicle-specific how-to your vehicle. Customer Assistance for videos. G Chevrolet Owner Centre Text Telephone (TTY) : View maintenance schedules, (Canada) mychevrolet.ca alerts, and Vehicle Diagnostic Users Information. Schedule service Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre at To assist customers who are deaf, appointments. mychevrolet.ca (English) or hard of hearing, or speech-impaired I my.chevrolet.ca (French) to access : View and print dealer-recorded similar benefits to the U.S. site. and who use Text Telephones service records and self-recorded (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY service records. equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user in Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

316 Customer Information GM Mobility Roadside Assistance Coverage Reimbursement Program Program Services are provided for the duration of the vehicle s powertrain From the U.S., call 1-888-811-1926; ’ warranty. Text Telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438. In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered. In Canada, a From Canada, call 1-800-268-6800. person driving the vehicle without Service is available 24 hours a day, permission from the owner is not 365 days a year. covered. This program is available to Calling for Assistance Roadside Assistance is not a part of qualified applicants for cost the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. reimbursement, up to certain limits, When calling Roadside Assistance, General Motors North America and of eligible aftermarket adaptive have the following information Chevrolet reserve the right to make equipment required for the vehicle, ready: any changes or discontinue the such as hand controls or a . Your name, home address, and Roadside Assistance program at wheelchair/scooter lift for the home telephone number. any time without notification. vehicle. . Telephone number of your General Motors North America and To learn about the GM Mobility location. Chevrolet reserve the right to limit program, see www.gmmobility.com services or payment to an owner or . Location of the vehicle. or call the GM Mobility Assistance driver if they decide the claims are Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text . Model, year, color, and license made too often, or the same type of Telephone (TTY) users, call plate number of the vehicle. claim is made many times. 1-800-833-9935. . Odometer reading, Vehicle Services Provided General Motors of Canada also has Identification Number (VIN), and a Mobility program. See www.gm.ca delivery date of the vehicle. . Lock-Out Service: Service to unlock the vehicle if you are or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE . Description of the problem. (800-463-7483) for details. TTY locked out. A remote unlock may users call 1-800-263-3830. be available if you have OnStar. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Customer Information 317 For security reasons, the driver . Trip Interruption Benefits and Services Specific to Canadian must present identification Assistance: If your trip is Vehicles before this service is given. interrupted due to a warranty event, incidental expenses may . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle . Emergency Tow from a Public registration is required. Road or Highway: Tow to the be reimbursed within the nearest certified Bolt EV dealer Powertrain warranty period. . Trip Interruption Benefits and for warranty service, or if the Items considered are reasonable Assistance: Must be over vehicle was in a crash and and customary hotel, meals, 150 km (93 mi) from where the cannot be driven. Assistance is rental car, or a vehicle being trip was started to qualify. not given when the vehicle is delivered back to the customer, Pre-authorization, original stuck in the sand, mud, or snow. up to 500 miles. detailed receipts, and a copy of the repair orders are required. Emergency towing may be Services Not Included in Once authorization has been covered during the Extended Roadside Assistance received, the Roadside Vehicle (EV) warranty. . Impound towing caused by Assistance advisor will help to . Flat Tire Change: If the tire has violation of any laws. make arrangements and explain how to receive payment. been separated from the wheel, . Legal fines. has damaged sidewalls, or has a . Alternative Service: If large puncture, the tire is too . Mounting, dismounting, assistance cannot be provided severely damaged for the self or changing of snow tires, right away, the Roadside sealing tire to be effective and chains, or other traction devices. Assistance advisor may give the vehicle will have to be Service is not provided if a vehicle permission to get local towed. It is the owner's is in an area that is not accessible emergency road service. You will responsibility for the repair or to the service vehicle or is not a receive payment, up to $100, replacement of the tire if it is not regularly traveled or maintained after sending the original receipt covered by the warranty. public road, which includes ice and to Roadside Assistance. . Battery Jump Start: Service to winter roads. Off-road use is not Mechanical failures may be jump start a dead battery. covered. covered, however any cost for Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

318 Customer Information parts and labor for repairs not Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options covered by the warranty are the Warranty service can generally be owner's responsibility. Program completed while you wait. However, To enhance your ownership if you are unable to do so, your experience, we and our participating Scheduling Service dealer may offer the following Appointments dealers are proud to offer Courtesy transportation options: Transportation, a customer support When the vehicle requires warranty program for vehicles with the Shuttle Service service, contact your dealer and Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty This includes one-way or round-trip request an appointment. By Coverage period in Canada), shuttle service within reasonable scheduling a service appointment extended powertrain, and/or time and distance parameters of and advising the service consultant hybrid-specific warranties in both your dealer's area. of your transportation needs, your the U.S. and Canada. dealer can help minimize your Several Courtesy Transportation Public Transportation or Fuel inconvenience. options are available to assist in Reimbursement If the vehicle cannot be scheduled reducing inconvenience when If overnight warranty repairs are into the service department warranty repairs are required. needed, and public transportation is immediately, keep driving it until it Courtesy Transportation is not a used, the expense must be can be scheduled for service, part of the New Vehicle Limited supported by original receipts and unless, of course, the problem is Warranty. A separate manual within the maximum amount allowed safety related. If it is, please call entitled Limited Warranty and by GM. If U.S. customers arrange your dealership, let them know this, “ Owner Assistance Information their own transportation, limited and ask for instructions. ” furnished with each new vehicle reimbursement for reasonable fuel If your dealer requests you to bring provides detailed warranty coverage expenses may be available. Claim the vehicle for service, you are information. amounts should reflect actual costs urged to do so as early in the work and be supported by original day as possible to allow for receipts. See your dealer for same-day repair. information. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Customer Information 319 Courtesy Rental Vehicle General Motors reserves the right to appearance, durability, and safety For an overnight warranty repair, the unilaterally modify, change, are preserved. The use of Genuine dealer may provide an available or discontinue Courtesy GM parts can help maintain the GM courtesy rental vehicle or provide for Transportation at any time and to New Vehicle Limited Warranty. reimbursement of a rental vehicle. resolve all questions of claim Recycled original equipment parts Reimbursement is limited and must eligibility pursuant to the terms and may also be used for repair. These be supported by original receipts as conditions described herein at its parts are typically removed from well as a signed and completed sole discretion. vehicles that were total losses in rental agreement and meet state/ prior crashes. In most cases, the provincial, local, and rental vehicle Collision Damage Repair parts being recycled are from provider requirements. If the vehicle is involved in a undamaged sections of the vehicle. Requirements vary and may include collision and it is damaged, have the A recycled original equipment GM minimum age requirements, damage repaired by a qualified part may be an acceptable choice to insurance coverage, credit card, etc. technician using the proper maintain the vehicle's originally Additional fees such as fuel, rental equipment and quality replacement designed appearance and safety , taxes, levies, parts. Poorly performed collision performance; however, the history of usage fees, excessive mileage, repairs diminish the vehicle resale these parts is not known. Such parts or rental usage beyond the value, and safety performance can are not covered by the GM New completion of the repair are also be compromised in subsequent Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any your responsibility. collisions. related failures are not covered by that warranty. It may not be possible to provide a Collision Parts like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Aftermarket collision parts are also Genuine GM Collision parts are new available. These are made by Additional Program parts made with the same materials companies other than GM and may Information and construction methods as the not have been tested for the vehicle. All program options, such as shuttle parts with which the vehicle was As a result, these parts may fit service, may not be available at originally built. Genuine GM poorly, exhibit premature durability/ every dealer. Contact your dealer Collision parts are the best choice to corrosion problems, and may not for specific availability. ensure that the vehicle's designed perform properly in subsequent Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

320 Customer Information collisions. Aftermarket parts are not aftermarket collision parts. Some Give only the necessary information covered by the GM New Vehicle insurance companies will not to police and other parties involved Limited Warranty, and any vehicle specify aftermarket collision parts. in the crash. failure related to such parts is not When purchasing insurance, we For emergency towing see covered by that warranty. recommend that you ensure that the Roadside Assistance Program vehicle will be repaired with GM 0 316. Repair Facility original equipment collision parts. GM also recommends that you If such insurance coverage is not Gather the following information: choose a collision repair facility that available from your current . Driver name, address, and meets your needs before you ever insurance carrier, consider switching telephone number need collision repairs. Your dealer to another insurance carrier. . Driver license number may have a collision repair center If the vehicle is leased, the leasing with GM-trained technicians and company may require you to have . Owner name, address, and state-of-the-art equipment, or be insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number able to recommend a collision repair Genuine GM Original Equipment . Vehicle license plate number center that has GM-trained Manufacturer (OEM) parts or technicians and comparable Genuine Manufacturer replacement . Vehicle make, model, and equipment. parts. Read the lease carefully, as model year Insuring the Vehicle you may be charged at the end of . Vehicle Identification the lease for poor quality repairs. Number (VIN) Protect your investment in the GM vehicle with comprehensive and If a Crash Occurs . Insurance company and policy number collision insurance coverage. There If there has been an injury, call are significant differences in the emergency services for help. Do not . General description of the quality of coverage afforded by leave the scene of a crash until all damage to the other vehicle various insurance policy terms. matters have been taken care of. Choose a reputable repair facility Many insurance policies provide Move the vehicle only if its position that uses quality replacement parts. reduced protection to the GM puts you in danger, or you are See Collision Parts earlier in this vehicle by limiting compensation for “ ” instructed to move it by a police section. damage repairs by using officer. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Customer Information 321 In a crash, the sensing system may Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Publication Ordering shut down the high voltage system. but you must live with the repair. See Battery - North America 0 242 Depending on your policy limits, Information for important safety information. your insurance company may Service Manuals If an airbag has inflated, see What initially value the repair using Will You See after an Airbag aftermarket parts. Discuss this with Service manuals have the diagnosis Inflates? 0 51. the repair professional, and insist on and repair information on the engine, transmission, axle, If the vehicle is damaged from a Genuine GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle is leased, you may be suspension, brakes, electrical crash, flood, fire, or other event it system, steering system, body, etc. may be necessary to have the obligated to have the vehicle vehicle inspected. SeeBattery - repaired with Genuine GM parts, Customer Literature North America 0 242 for important even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost. Owner’s manuals are written safety information. specifically for owners and are If another party's insurance Managing the Vehicle Damage intended to provide basic company is paying for the repairs, operational information about the Repair Process you are not obligated to accept a vehicle. The owner’s manual In the event that the vehicle requires repair valuation based on that includes the Maintenance Schedule damage repairs, GM recommends insurance company's collision policy for all models. that you take an active role in its repair limits, as you have no repair. If you have a pre-determined contractual limits with that company. Customer literature publications repair facility of choice, take the In such cases, you can have control available for purchase include vehicle there, or have it towed there. of the repair and parts choices as owner’s manuals, warranty Specify to the facility that any long as the cost stays within manuals, infotainment manuals, and required replacement collision parts reasonable limits. portfolios. Portfolios include an be original equipment parts, either owner’s manual, warranty manual, new Genuine GM parts or recycled infotainment manual, if applicable, original GM parts. Remember, and zip lock bag or pouch. recycled parts will not be covered by the GM vehicle warranty. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

322 Customer Information Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Reporting Safety Service manuals and customer Statement Defects literature are available for many This vehicle has systems that current and past model year GM operate on a radio frequency that vehicles. Reporting Safety Defects complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the To order, call 1-800-551-4123 Federal Communications to the United States Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Commission (FCC) rules and with Government eastern time Innovation, Science and Economic If you believe that your vehicle For credit card orders only (VISA, Development (ISED) Canada's RSP-100 / ICES-GEN. has a defect which could cause MasterCard, or Discover), see a crash or could cause injury or Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. Operation is subject to the following death, you should immediately To order by mail, write to: two conditions: inform the National Highway Helm, Incorporated 1. The device may not cause Traffic Safety Administration Attention: Customer Service harmful interference. (NHTSA) in addition to notifying 47911 Halyard Drive 2. The device must accept any General Motors. Plymouth, MI 48170 interference received, including If NHTSA receives similar Make checks payable in U.S. funds. interference that may cause undesired operation of the complaints, it may open an device. investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group Changes or modifications to any of of vehicles, it may order a recall these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void and remedy campaign. authorization to use this equipment. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Customer Information 323 To contact NHTSA, you may call www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English) In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 the Vehicle Safety Hotline www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French) (English) or 1-800-263-7854 toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (French), or write: or write to: (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to General Motors of Canada http://www.safercar.gov; or Transport Canada Company write to: Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: Defect Investigations and CA1-163-005 Administrator, NHTSA Recalls Division 1908 Colonel Sam Drive 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. 80 Noel Street Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Washington, D.C. 20590 Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 In Mexico, call 01-800-466-0811 or You can also obtain other 01-800-508-0000. information about motor Reporting Safety Defects In other Central America and vehicle safety from to General Motors Caribbean Countries, call http://www.safercar.gov. 52-722-236-0680. In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like Reporting Safety Defects this, notify General Motors. to the Canadian In the U.S., call 1-800-222-1020, Government or write: If you live in Canada, and you Chevrolet Motor Division believe that the vehicle has a Chevrolet Customer Assistance safety defect, notify Transport Center Canada immediately, and notify P.O. Box 33170 General Motors of Canada Detroit, MI 48232-5170 Company. Call Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0510; go to: Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

324 Customer Information Vehicle Data Cybersecurity untrusted networks (such as Bluetooth, WIFI or similar Recording and GM collects information about the technology). In the event you use of your vehicle including suspect any security incident Privacy operational and safety related impacting your data or the safe The vehicle has a number of information. We collect this operation of your vehicle, please computers that record information information to provide, evaluate, stop operating your vehicle and about the vehicle’s performance and improve, and troubleshoot our contact your dealer. how it is driven or used. For products and services and to example, the vehicle uses computer develop new products and services. Event Data Recorders modules to monitor and control The protection of vehicle electronics electric drive unit performance, to systems and customer data from This vehicle is equipped with an monitor the conditions for airbag unauthorized outside electronic event data recorder (EDR). The deployment and to deploy them in a access or control is important to main purpose of an EDR is to crash, and, if equipped, to provide GM. GM maintains appropriate record, in certain crash or near antilock braking to help the driver security standards, practices, crash-like situations, such as an air control the vehicle. These modules guidelines and controls aimed at bag deployment or hitting a road may store data to help the dealer defending the vehicle and the obstacle, data that will assist in technician service the vehicle or to vehicle service ecosystem against understanding how a vehicle’s help GM improve safety or features. unauthorized electronic access, systems performed. The EDR is Some modules may also store data detecting possible malicious activity designed to record data related to about how the vehicle is operated, in related networks, and responding vehicle dynamics and safety such as rate of energy consumption to suspected cybersecurity incidents systems for a short period of time, or average speed. These modules in a timely, coordinated and effective typically 30 seconds or less. The may retain personal preferences, manner. Security incidents could EDR in this vehicle is designed to such as radio presets, seat impact your safety or compromise record such data as: positions, and temperature settings. your private data. To minimize . How various systems in your security risks, please do not connect vehicle were operating; your vehicle electronic systems to unauthorized devices or connect your vehicle to any unknown or Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Customer Information 325 . Whether or not the driver and To read data recorded by an EDR, OnStar passenger safety belts were special equipment is required, and buckled/fastened; access to the vehicle or the EDR is If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar and has an active service . How far (if at all) the driver was needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as plan, additional data may be depressing the accelerator and/ collected and transmitted through or brake pedal; and, law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the the OnStar system. This includes . How fast the vehicle was information if they have access to information about the vehicle’s traveling. the vehicle or the EDR. operation; collisions involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle and These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or its features, including infotainment; better understanding of the share it with others except: with the and the location and approximate circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, GPS speed of the vehicle. Refer to injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the the OnStar Terms and Conditions Note consent of the lessee; in response and Privacy Statement on the EDR data are recorded by your to an official request by police or OnStar website. vehicle only if a non-trivial crash similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through See OnStar Additional Information situation occurs; no data are 0 328. recorded by the EDR under normal the discovery process; or, as driving conditions and no personal required by law. Data that GM data (e.g., name, gender, age, and collects or receives may also be crash location) are recorded. used for GM research needs or may However, other parties, such as law be made available to others for enforcement, could combine the research purposes, where a need is EDR data with the type of shown and the data is not tied to a personally identifying data routinely specific vehicle or vehicle owner. acquired during a crash investigation. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

326 OnStar OnStar Overview providers. OnStar may collect OnStar information about you and your vehicle, including location information. See OnStar User OnStar Overview Terms, Privacy Statement, and OnStar Overview ...... 326 Software Terms for more details OnStar Services including system limitations at Emergency ...... 327 www.onstar.com (U.S.) or Security ...... 328 www.onstar.ca (Canada). = OnStar Additional Information Voice Command Button The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the OnStar Additional Q Blue OnStar Button status light is: Information ...... 328 > Red Emergency Button . Solid Green: System is ready. This vehicle may be equipped with a . Flashing Green: On a call. comprehensive, in-vehicle system . Red: Indicates a problem. that can connect to an OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security, . Off: System is off. Press Q twice Navigation, Connections, and to speak with an OnStar Advisor. Diagnostics Services. OnStar services may require a paid service Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR plan and data plan. OnStar requires (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an the vehicle battery and electrical Advisor. system, cellular service, and GPS Functionality of the Voice Command satellite signals to be available and button may vary by vehicle and operating. OnStar acts as a link to region. existing emergency service Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

OnStar 327 Press = to: . Receive Roadside Assistance. OnStar Services . Open the OnStar app on the . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, infotainment display. See the if equipped. Emergency infotainment manual for Press > to get a priority connection Emergency Services require an information on how to use the to an OnStar Advisor available OnStar app. active safety and security plan. With 24/7 to: Automatic Crash Response, built-in Or . Get help for an emergency. sensors can automatically alert a specially trained OnStar Advisor . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn . Be a Good Samaritan or Navigation voice commands. who is immediately connected in to respond to an AMBER Alert. the vehicle to help. . Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi . Get assistance in severe Press > for a priority connection to hotspot name or SSID and weather or other crisis situations an OnStar Advisor who can contact password, if equipped. and find evacuation routes. emergency service providers, direct Press Q to connect to an them to your exact location, and Advisor to: relay important information. . Verify account information or With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially update contact information. trained Advisors are available . Get driving directions. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to provide a central point of contact, . Receive a Diagnostic check of assistance, and information during a the vehicle's key operating crisis. systems. With Roadside Assistance, Advisors can locate a nearby service provider to help with a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty gas tank. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

328 OnStar Security OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners If equipped, OnStar provides these Information services: Press Q and follow the prompts to . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, In- Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Audio messages may play important possible. The Advisor will update pinpoint the vehicle and help information at the following times: vehicle records and explain OnStar authorities quickly recover it. or connected service options. . Prior to vehicle purchase. Press . With Remote Ignition Block, Q to set up an account. How OnStar Service Works if equipped, OnStar can block Automatic Crash Response, the vehicle from being restarted. . After change in ownership and at 90 days. Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote if equipped, OnStar can work Transferring Service Services, and Roadside Assistance with law enforcement to Q are available on most vehicles. Not gradually slow the vehicle down. Press to request account transfer all OnStar services are available eligibility information. The Advisor everywhere or on all vehicles. For Theft Alarm Notification can cancel or change account more information, a full description information. If equipped, if the doors are locked of OnStar services, system and the vehicle alarm sounds, a Selling/Transferring the limitations, and OnStar User Terms, notification by text, e-mail, or phone Vehicle Privacy Statement, and Software call will be sent. If the vehicle is Terms: Call 1-888-4ONSTAR stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) immediately to with authorities to recover the (1-888-466-7827). vehicle. terminate your OnStar or connected services if the vehicle is disposed . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). of, sold, transferred, or if the . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). lease ends. . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

OnStar 329 . Press Q to speak with an to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, Advisor. phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar jamming — may prevent service. Turn-by-Turn Navigation. OnStar or connected services cannot work unless the vehicle is in See Radio Frequency Statement If equipped, TTY mode can be a place where OnStar has an 0 322. turned on or off by touching Settings, then Apps, and then agreement with a wireless service Services for People with provider for service in that area. The Phone. When TTY mode is on, wireless service provider must also Disabilities phone calls can be made or have coverage, network capacity, Advisors provide services to help received with OnStar using the reception, and technology with physical disabilities and infotainment display. compatible with OnStar or medical conditions. OnStar Personal Identification connected services. Service Q involving location information about Press to help: Number (PIN) the vehicle cannot work unless GPS . Locate a gas station with an A PIN is needed to access some signals are available, unobstructed, attendant to pump gas. OnStar services. The PIN will need and compatible with the OnStar to be changed the first time when . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., hardware. OnStar or connected speaking with an Advisor. To that meets accessibility needs. services may not work if the OnStar change the OnStar PIN, contact an equipment is not properly installed . Provide directions to the closest OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or or it has not been properly hospital or pharmacy in urgent calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. maintained. If equipment or software situations. is added, connected, or modified, Warranty TTY Users OnStar or connected services may OnStar equipment may be not work. Other problems beyond OnStar has the ability to warranted as part of the vehicle the control of OnStar — such as communicate to deaf, warranty. hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired electrical system design and customers while in the vehicle. The architecture of the vehicle, damage available dealer-installed TTY system can provide in-vehicle Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

330 OnStar Languages call OnStar. However, OnStar may come on. Press Q to try the could have difficulty identifying The vehicle can be programmed to call again or try again after driving a the exact location. respond in multiple languages. few miles into another cellular area. Press Q and ask for an Advisor. . In emergency situations, OnStar Vehicle and Power Issues Advisors are available in English, can use the last stored GPS Spanish, and French. Available location to send to emergency OnStar services require a vehicle languages may vary by country. responders. electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite technologies to be A temporary loss of GPS can cause available and operating for features Potential Issues loss of the ability to send a to function properly. These systems OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The may not operate if the battery is Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or discharged or disconnected. Assistance after the vehicle has may ask for a call back after the been off continuously for 10 days vehicle is driven into an open area. Add-on Electrical Equipment without an ignition cycle. If the vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas The OnStar system is integrated 10 days, OnStar can contact into the electrical architecture of the Cellular reception is required for vehicle. Do not add any electrical Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to equipment. See Add-On Electrical to help gain access to the vehicle. the vehicle. Do not place items over Equipment 0 230. Added electrical or near the antenna to prevent equipment may interfere with the Global Positioning blocking cellular and GPS signal operation of the OnStar system and System (GPS) reception. cause it to not operate. . Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a large city with tall Unable to Connect to OnStar Vehicle Software Updates buildings; in parking garages; Message OnStar or GM may remotely deliver around airports; in tunnels and If there is limited cellular coverage software updates or changes to the underpasses; or in an area with or the has reached vehicle without further notice or very dense trees. If GPS signals maximum capacity, this message consent. These updates or changes are not available, the OnStar may enhance or maintain safety, system should still operate to security, or the operation of the Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

OnStar 331 vehicle or the vehicle systems. Privacy OnStar - Software Software updates or changes may The complete OnStar Privacy Acknowledgements affect or erase data or settings that Statement may be found at are stored in the vehicle, such as To obtain the source code under www.onstar.com (U.S.), saved navigation destinations or GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We pre-set radio stations. Neither open source licenses, that is recommend that you review it. If you OnStar nor GM is responsible for contained in this product, please have any questions, call any affected or erased data or visit http://opensource.lge.com. In 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) settings. These updates or changes addition to the source code, all may also collect personal or press Q to speak with an referred license terms, warranty information. Such collection is Advisor. Users of wireless disclaimers, and copyright notices described in the OnStar privacy communications are cautioned that are available for download. This statement or separately disclosed at the privacy of any information sent offer is valid for a period of three the time of installation. These via wireless cellular communications years after our last shipment of this updates or changes may also cause cannot be assured. Third parties product. This offer is valid to anyone a system to automatically may unlawfully intercept or access in receipt of this information. communicate with GM servers to transmissions and private *Provided through LG Electronics collect information about vehicle communications without consent. Inc., who is solely responsible for system status, identify whether provisions of related OSS updates or changes are available, compliance. or deliver updates or changes. An active OnStar agreement constitutes consent to these software updates or changes and agreement that either OnStar or GM may remotely deliver them to the vehicle. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

332 Connected Services Connected Connected Services Cancel Route 1. Press =. System responds: Services Navigation “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Navigation requires a specific 2. Say “Cancel route.” System Connected Services OnStar or connected service plan. responds: “Do you want to cancel directions?” Navigation ...... 332 Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn Connections ...... 333 directions or have them sent to the 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: Diagnostics ...... 334 vehicle’s navigation screen, “OK, request completed, thank if equipped. you, goodbye.” Turn-by-Turn Navigation Route Preview = 1. Press Q to connect to an 1. Press . System responds: Advisor. “OnStar ready,” then a tone. 2. Request directions to be 2. Say “Route preview.” System downloaded to the vehicle. responds with the next three maneuvers. 3. Follow the voice-guided commands. Repeat Using Voice Commands 1. Press =. System responds: During a Planned Route “OnStar ready,” then a tone. 2. Say Repeat. System Functionality of the Voice Command “ ” responds with the last direction button, if equipped, may vary by given, then responds with vehicle and region. For some “OnStar ready,” then a tone. vehicles, press = to open the OnStar app on the infotainment display. For other vehicles press = as follows. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Connected Services 333 Get My Destination Connections devices can be connected. A data = plan is required. Use the in-vehicle 1. Press . System responds: The following services help with controls only when it is safe to “OnStar ready,” then a tone. staying connected. do so. 2. Say “Get my destination.” For coverage maps, see 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot System responds with the www.onstar.com (U.S.) or information, press = to open address and distance to the www.onstar.ca (Canada). destination, then responds with the OnStar app on the infotainment display, then “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Ensuring Security select Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some Change the default passwords Send Destination to Vehicle . vehicles, touch Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi for the Wi-Fi hotspot and Settings on the screen. Directions can be sent to the myChevrolet mobile app. Make vehicle’s navigation screen, these passwords different from 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display if equipped. each other and use a the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), combination of letters and password, and on some Press Q, then ask the Advisor to numbers to increase the vehicles, the connection type download directions to the vehicle s ’ security. (no Internet connection, 3G, navigation system, if equipped. After 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality Change the default name of the the call ends, the navigation screen . (poor, good, excellent). will provide prompts to begin driving SSID (Service Set Identifier). directions. Routes that are sent to This is your network’s name that 3. To change the SSID or the navigation screen can only be is visible to other wireless password, press Q or call canceled through the navigation devices. Choose a unique name 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect system. and avoid family names or with an Advisor. On some vehicle descriptions. See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or vehicles, the SSID and password can be changed in www.onstar.ca (Canada). Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) the Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. The vehicle may have a built-in After initial set-up, your vehicle s Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access ’ Wi-Fi hotspot will connect to the Internet and web content at automatically to your mobile 4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

334 Connected Services devices. Manage data usage by . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot Marketplace turning Wi-Fi on or off on your on/off, manage settings, and OnStar Advisors can provide offers mobile device, using the monitor data consumption, from restaurants and retailers on myChevrolet mobile app, or by if equipped. your route, help locate hotels, contacting an OnStar Advisor. On . Locate a dealer and schedule or book a room. These services some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be service. vary by market. managed from the Wi-Fi . Request roadside assistance. Hotspot menu. Diagnostics myChevrolet Mobile App (If . Set a parking reminder with pin Available) drop, take a photo, make a note, By monitoring and reporting on the and set a timer. vehicle's key systems, OnStar Download the myChevrolet mobile Advanced Diagnostics, if equipped, . Connect with Chevrolet on social app to compatible Apple and provides a way to keep up on media. Android smartphones. Chevrolet maintenance. Capabilities vary by users can access the following Features are subject to change. For model. See www.onstar.com for services from a smartphone: myChevrolet mobile app information details and system limitations. . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, and compatibility, see Features are subject to change. For if factory-equipped. my.chevrolet.com. updates on feature capabilities, see An active OnStar or connected my.chevrolet.com. Message and . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped data rates may apply. with automatic locks. service plan may be required. A compatible device, . Activate the horn and lamps. factory-installed remote start, and . Check the vehicle’s energy level, power locks are required. Data rates range or tire pressure, apply. See www.onstar.com for if factory-equipped with the Tire details and system limitations. Pressure Monitor System. Remote Services . Send destinations to the vehicle. Contact an OnStar Advisor to . Locate the vehicle on a map unlock the doors or sound the horn (U.S. market only). and flash the lamps. Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Index 335 Index A Airbag System (cont'd) Accessories and When Should an Airbag Modifications ...... 234 Inflate? ...... 50 Accessory Power ...... 184 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 48 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 230 Airbags Additional Information Adding Equipment to the OnStar ...... 328 Vehicle ...... 57 Additional Maintenance Passenger Status Indicator . . . 100 and Care ...... 304 Readiness Light ...... 100 Agreements Servicing Airbag-Equipped Trademarks and License . . . . . 161 Vehicles ...... 57 Air Conditioning ...... 163 System Check ...... 47 Air Conditioning Regular Alarm Operation ...... 169 Vehicle Security ...... 22 Air Filter, Passenger Alert Compartment ...... 168 Lane Change ...... 209 Air Intake ...... 168 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 209 Air Vents ...... 167 All-Season Tires ...... 257 Airbag System AM-FM Radio ...... 140 Check ...... 58 Antenna How Does an Airbag Multi-band ...... 143 Restrain? ...... 51 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 191 Passenger Sensing System . . . .53 Warning Light ...... 103 What Makes an Airbag Appearance Care Inflate? ...... 51 Exterior ...... 291 What Will You See after an Interior ...... 295 Airbag Inflates? ...... 51 Apple CarPlay and Android Auto ...... 154 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

336 Index Armrest Bluetooth C Rear Seat ...... 38 Overview ...... 153 Calibration ...... 89 Assistance Program, Bluetooth Audio ...... 150 California Roadside ...... 316 Brake Perchlorate Materials Assistance Systems for Parking, Electric ...... 192 Requirements ...... 234 Driving ...... 203 System Warning Light ...... 102 California Assistance Systems for Brakes ...... 240 Proposition Parking and Backing ...... 200 Antilock ...... 191 65 Warning ...... 233,242, 284, Audio Assist ...... 193 Back Cover Bluetooth ...... 150 Fluid ...... 241 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... 2 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...... 136 Regenerative Braking ...... 194 Capacities and Automatic Braking ...... 173 Specifications ...... 311 Climate Control System ...... 163 Automatic Carbon Monoxide Door Locks ...... 19 Emergency (AEB) ...... 205 Liftgate ...... 21 Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . . 205 Braking System Winter Driving ...... 177 Headlamp System ...... 131 Front Pedestrian (FPB) ...... 207 Cargo Auxiliary Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 182 Cover ...... 82 Devices ...... 149 Bulb Replacement Management System ...... 83 B Halogen Bulbs ...... 247 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 2 Headlamp Aiming ...... 247 Battery ...... 98 Center Console Storage ...... 82 Headlamps ...... 247 Exterior Lighting Battery Chains, Tire ...... 276 High Intensity Discharge Saver ...... 134 Charge Cord ...... 222 (HID) Lighting ...... 248 Power Protection ...... 134 Charging License Plate Lamps ...... 249 Battery - North America . . . .242, 284 Delay Override ...... 217 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Battery Gauge Electrical Requirements ...... 229 Stoplamps, and Back-up High Voltage ...... 98 Plug-In ...... 214 Lamps ...... 248 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 244 Programmable ...... 107 Buying New Tires ...... 271 Utility Interruption ...... 228 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Index 337 Charging (cont'd) Connected Services Customer Satisfaction Wireless ...... 91 Connections ...... 333 Procedure ...... 312 Charging Options ...... 117 Diagnostics ...... 334 Cybersecurity ...... 324 Charging Status Screens ...... 218 Navigation ...... 332 D Charging System Light ...... 101 Connections Damage Repair, Collision ...... 319 Child Restraints Connected Services ...... 333 Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 2 Infants and Young Children . . . . .61 Control Data Collection Lower Anchors and Tethers Traction and Electronic OnStar ...... 325 for Children ...... 66 Stability ...... 194 Data Recorders, Event ...... 324 Older Children ...... 59 Control of a Vehicle ...... 173 Daytime Running Securing ...... 76, 78 Convex Mirrors ...... 24 Lamps (DRL) ...... 130 Systems ...... 63 Cooling ...... 163 Defensive Driving ...... 173 Circuit Breakers ...... 250 Cooling System ...... 238 Delayed Charging Override . . . . . 217 Cleaning Courtesy Lamps ...... 132 Delayed Locking ...... 19 Exterior Care ...... 291 Courtesy Transportation Devices Interior Care ...... 295 Program ...... 318 Auxiliary ...... 149 Climate Control Systems Cover Diagnostics Automatic ...... 163 Cargo ...... 82 Connected Services ...... 334 Clock ...... 90 Cruise Control ...... 196 Distracted Driving ...... 172 Cluster, Instrument ...... 94 Light ...... 107 Dome Lamps ...... 133 Collision Damage Repair ...... 319 Cupholders ...... 81 Door Compartment Customer Assistance ...... 315 Ajar Light ...... 107 Underhood ...... 237 Offices ...... 314 Delayed Locking ...... 19 Compartments Text Telephone (TTY) Locks ...... 17 Storage ...... 81 Users ...... 315 Power Locks ...... 19 Compass ...... 89 Customer Information Drive Unit Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . 277 Publications Ordering Electric ...... 187 Information ...... 321 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

338 Index Driver Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 102 F Teen ...... 158 Electrical Equipment, Flash-to-Pass ...... 130 Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 199 Add-On ...... 230 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 131 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...... 98 Electrical Requirements for Flat Tire ...... 276 Driver Information Battery Charging ...... 229 Floor Mats ...... 298 Center (DIC) ...... 118 Electrical System Fluid Driver Selected Operating Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 250 Brakes ...... 241 Modes ...... 186 Instrument Panel Fuse Washer ...... 239 Driving Block ...... 255 Folding Mirrors ...... 24 Assistance Systems ...... 203 Overload ...... 250 Forward Collision Alert Defensive ...... 173 Emergency (FCA) System ...... 204 Drunk ...... 173 OnStar ...... 327 Frequency Statement Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 176 Energy Efficiency Radio ...... 322 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 178 Driving ...... 171 Front Pedestrian Braking Loss of Control ...... 175 Energy Information ...... 115 (FPB) System ...... 207 Off-Road Recovery ...... 175 Engine Front Seats One-Pedal ...... 190 Cooling System ...... 238 Adjustment ...... 34 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 178 Entry Lighting ...... 134 Heated ...... 35 Wet Roads ...... 176 Event Data Recorders ...... 324 Fuses Winter ...... 177 Exit Lighting ...... 134 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 250 Driving for Better Energy Extended Parking ...... 186 Instrument Panel Fuse Efficiency ...... 171 Extender, Seat Belt ...... 45 Block ...... 255 E Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 128 Underhood Compartment . . . . . 251 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 130 Electric Drive Unit ...... 187 G Exterior Lighting Battery Electric Parking Brake ...... 192 Gas Strut(s) ...... 246 Saver ...... 134 Gauges Battery ...... 98 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Index 339 Gauges (cont'd) Headlamps (cont'd) Indicator (cont'd) Driver Efficiency ...... 98 High Intensity Discharge Vehicle Ahead ...... 104 Odometer ...... 97 (HID) Lighting ...... 248 Infants and Young Children, Power Indicator ...... 99 High-Beam On Light ...... 106 Restraints ...... 61 Speedometer ...... 97 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 130 Information Trip Odometer ...... 97 Lamps On Reminder ...... 106 Energy ...... 115 Warning Lights and Heated Publication Ordering ...... 321 Indicators ...... 94 Rear Seats ...... 39 Instrument Cluster ...... 94 General Information Steering Wheel ...... 86 Instrument Panel Service and Maintenance . . . . . 300 Heated Front Seats ...... 35 Storage Area ...... 81 Towing ...... 230 Heated Mirrors ...... 25 Instrument Panel Overview ...... 5 Vehicle Care ...... 233 Heating ...... 163 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 25 GM Mobility Reimbursement High Voltage Battery Gauge . . . . . 98 Introduction ...... 2, 135 Program ...... 316 High Voltage Devices and J Wiring ...... 249 H Jump Starting - North High-Beam On Light ...... 106 Halogen Bulbs ...... 247 America ...... 284 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 176 Hands-Free Phone ...... 155 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 193 K Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 131 Hood ...... 235 Keyless Entry Head Restraints ...... 32 Horn ...... 86 Remote (RKE) System ...... 8 Headlamps How to Wear Seat Belts Keys ...... 7 Aiming ...... 247 Properly ...... 40 Automatic ...... 131 L HVAC ...... 163 Bulb Replacement ...... 247 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 259 Daytime Running I Lamps Lamps (DRL) ...... 130 Immobilizer ...... 22 Courtesy ...... 132 Flash-to-Pass ...... 130 Indicator Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 130 Pedestrian Ahead ...... 104 Dome ...... 133 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

340 Index Lamps (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) Locks (cont'd) Exterior Controls ...... 128 Antilock Brake System Lockout Protection ...... 20 Exterior Lamps Off (ABS) Warning ...... 103 Power Door ...... 19 Reminder ...... 130 Brake System Warning ...... 102 Safety ...... 20 Exterior Lighting Battery Charging System ...... 101 Loss of Control ...... 175 Saver ...... 134 Cruise Control ...... 107 Lower Anchors and Tethers License Plate ...... 249 Door Ajar ...... 107 for Children (LATCH On Reminder ...... 106 Electric Parking Brake ...... 102 System) ...... 66 Reading ...... 133 Flash-to-Pass ...... 130 M Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 209 High-Beam On ...... 106 Maintenance Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 211 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 130 Air Conditioning Regular Lane Keep Assist Light ...... 103 Lane Keep Assist ...... 103 Operation ...... 169 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 42 Seat Belt Reminders ...... 99 Records ...... 309 LATCH System Security ...... 106 Maintenance and Care Replacing Parts after a Service Electric Parking Additional ...... 304 Crash ...... 75 Brake ...... 103 Maintenance Schedule ...... 301 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Service Vehicle Soon ...... 102 Recommended Fluids and Tethers for Children ...... 66 Sport Mode ...... 103 Lubricants ...... 307 LED Lighting ...... 248 StabiliTrak OFF ...... 105 Messages Liftgate ...... 21 Tire Pressure ...... 105 Propulsion Power ...... 120 Lighting Traction Control System Vehicle ...... 120 Entry ...... 134 (TCS)/StabiliTrak ...... 105 Vehicle Speed ...... 121 Exit ...... 134 Traction Off ...... 104 Mirror Illumination Control ...... 132 Vehicle Ready ...... 106 Rear Camera ...... 25 LED ...... 248 Locks Mirrors Lights Automatic Door ...... 19 Automatic Dimming Airbag Readiness ...... 100 Delayed Locking ...... 19 Rearview ...... 25 Door ...... 17 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Index 341 Mirrors (cont'd) OnStar Emergency ...... 327 Passenger Compartment Air Convex ...... 24 OnStar Overview ...... 326 Filter ...... 168 Folding ...... 24 OnStar Security ...... 328 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 53 Heated ...... 25 OnStar System ...... 152 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . . 104 Manual Rearview ...... 25 Operation Pedestrian Safety Signal ...... 86 Power ...... 24 Infotainment System ...... 137 Perchlorate Materials Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 25 Options Requirements, California ...... 234 Modes Charging ...... 117 Personalization Driver Selected ...... 186 Outlets Vehicle ...... 121 Monitor System, Tire Power ...... 90 Phone Pressure ...... 264 Overview ...... 136 Apple CarPlay and Multi-band Antenna ...... 143 Instrument Panel ...... 5 Android Auto ...... 154 N Underhood Compartment . . . . . 237 Bluetooth ...... 153 Owner Checks and Services . . . . 304 Hands-Free ...... 155 Navigation Plug-In Charging ...... 214 Connected Services ...... 332 P Port New Vehicle Break-In ...... 182 Park USB ...... 143 Shifting Out of ...... 185 O Power Park Assist ...... 200 Odometer ...... 97 Button ...... 182 Parking Trip ...... 97 Door Locks ...... 19 Brake and P (Park) Off-Road Flows ...... 107 Mechanism Check ...... 244 Recovery ...... 175 Indicator Gauge ...... 99 Extended ...... 186 Older Children, Restraints ...... 59 Mirrors ...... 24 Parking or Backing One-Pedal Driving ...... 190 Outlets ...... 90 Assistance Systems ...... 200 Online Owner Center ...... 315 Protection, Battery ...... 134 Passenger Airbag Status OnStar ...... 325 Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 184 Indicator ...... 100 OnStar Additional Windows ...... 28 Information ...... 328 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . 44 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

342 Index Privacy Reclining Seatbacks ...... 34 Retained Accessory Vehicle Data Recording ...... 324 Recommended Fluids and Power (RAP) ...... 184 Program Lubricants ...... 307 Roads Courtesy Transportation ...... 318 Records Driving, Wet ...... 176 Programmable Charging ...... 107 Maintenance ...... 309 Roadside Assistance Proposition Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 289 Program ...... 316 65 Warning, Regenerative Braking ...... 194 Rotation, Tires ...... 269 California ...... 233,242, 284, Reimbursement Program, S Back Cover GM Mobility ...... 316 Safety Defects Reporting Propulsion Power Messages . . . 120 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Canadian Government ...... 323 Publication Ordering System ...... 8 General Motors ...... 323 Information ...... 321 Remote Start ...... 15 U.S. Government ...... 322 Replacement Parts R Safety Locks ...... 20 Airbags ...... 59 Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 322 Safety Signal Maintenance ...... 308 Pedestrian ...... 86 Replacing Airbag System ...... 59 AM-FM Radio ...... 140 Safety System Check ...... 45 Replacing LATCH System Satellite ...... 141 Satellite Radio ...... 141 Parts after a Crash ...... 75 Reading Lamps ...... 133 Scheduling Appointments ...... 318 Replacing Seat Belt System Ready Indicator ...... 106 Sealant Kit, Tire ...... 277 Parts after a Crash ...... 46 Rear Camera Mirror ...... 25 Seat Belts ...... 39 Reporting Safety Defects Rear Seat Armrest ...... 38 Care ...... 45 Canadian Government ...... 323 Rear Seats ...... 37 Extender ...... 45 General Motors ...... 323 Heated ...... 39 How to Wear Seat Belts U.S. Government ...... 322 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 200 Properly ...... 40 Requirements Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . . 88 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 42 Electrical Battery Charging . . . 229 Rearview Mirrors ...... 25 Reminders ...... 99 Restraints Automatic Dimming ...... 25 Replacing after a Crash ...... 46 Where to Put ...... 65 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Index 343 Seat Belts (cont'd) Servicing the Airbag ...... 57 Storage Areas Use During Pregnancy ...... 44 Settings ...... 157 Cargo Cover ...... 82 Seats Shifting Cargo Management System . . . .83 Adjustment, Front ...... 34 Into Park ...... 185 Center Console ...... 82 Head Restraints ...... 32 Out of Park ...... 185 Instrument Panel ...... 81 Heated Front ...... 35 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 209 Storage Compartments ...... 81 Heated, Rear ...... 39 Signals, Turn and Storing the Tire Sealant and Rear ...... 37 Lane-Change ...... 132 Compressor Kit ...... 283 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 34 Software Updates ...... 139 Struts Securing Child Restraints . . . . 76, 78 Specifications and Gas ...... 246 Security Capacities ...... 311 Stuck Vehicle ...... 178 Light ...... 106 Speedometer ...... 97 Sun Visors ...... 30 OnStar ...... 328 Sport Mode Light ...... 103 Symbols ...... 3 Vehicle ...... 22 StabiliTrak System Vehicle Alarm ...... 22 OFF Light ...... 105 Forward Collision Self-Sealing Tires ...... 258 Start Alert (FCA) ...... 204 Service ...... 169 Remote ...... 15 Systems Accessories and Start Assist, Hill ...... 193 Driver Assistance ...... 199 Modifications ...... 234 Starting and Stopping the T Doing Your Own Work ...... 234 Vehicle ...... 184 Taillamps Maintenance Records ...... 309 Status Screens Bulb Replacement ...... 248 Maintenance, General Charging ...... 218 Teen Driver ...... 158 Information ...... 300 Steering ...... 174 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 315 Parts Identification ...... 310 Heated Wheel ...... 86 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 23 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 318 Wheel Adjustment ...... 85 Immobilizer ...... 22 Vehicle Soon Light ...... 102 Wheel Controls ...... 85 Time ...... 90 Service Electric Parking Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps Tires ...... 257 Brake Light ...... 103 Bulb Replacement ...... 248 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

344 Index Tires (cont'd) Towing USB Port ...... 143 All-Season ...... 257 General Information ...... 230 Using This Manual ...... 2 Buying New Tires ...... 271 Recreational Vehicle ...... 289 Utility Interruption of Chains ...... 276 Vehicle ...... 287 Charging ...... 228 Designations ...... 260 Traction V Different Size ...... 273 Control System Vehicle If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 276 (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light ...... 105 Alarm System ...... 22 Inspection ...... 269 Off Light ...... 104 Canadian Owners ...... 2 Pressure ...... 263 Traction Control/Electronic Control ...... 173 Pressure Light ...... 105 Stability Control ...... 194 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 310 Pressure Monitor Operation . . 265 Trademarks and License Load Limits ...... 178 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 264 Agreements ...... 161 Messages ...... 120 Rotation ...... 269 Transportation Program, Personalization ...... 121 Sealant and Courtesy ...... 318 Security ...... 22 Compressor Kit ...... 277 Trip Odometer ...... 97 Service Soon Light ...... 102 Sealant and Compressor Turn and Lane-Change Speed Messages ...... 121 Kit, Storing ...... 283 Signals ...... 132 Starting and Stopping ...... 184 Self-Sealing ...... 258 Turn Signal Towing ...... 287 Sidewall Labeling ...... 259 Bulb Replacement ...... 248 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 104 Terminology and Definitions . . 260 U Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality Underhood Compartment Storing the Tire Sealant Grading ...... 273 Fuse Block ...... 251 and Compressor Kit ...... 283 Wheel Alignment and Tire Underhood Compartment Tire Pressure ...... 263 Balance ...... 275 Overview ...... 237 Vehicle Data Recording and Wheel Replacement ...... 275 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 273 Privacy ...... 324 When It Is Time for New Updates Vehicle Ready Light ...... 106 Tires ...... 270 Software ...... 139 Ventilation, Air ...... 167 Winter ...... 258 Chevrolet BOLT EV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 13556250) - 2020 - CRC - 2/11/20

Index 345 Visors ...... 30 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 244 Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 249 Wipers W Rear Washer ...... 88 Wireless Charging ...... 91 Warning Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 249 Brake System Light ...... 102 Caution and Danger ...... 2 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...... 94 Warnings Hazard Flashers ...... 131 Washer Fluid ...... 239 Wheels Alignment and . . 275 Different Size ...... 273 Replacement ...... 275 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 270 When to Charge ...... 213 Where to Put the Restraint ...... 65 Windows ...... 28 Power ...... 28 Windshield Replacement ...... 246 Wiper/Washer ...... 87 Winter Driving ...... 177 Winter Tires ...... 258 20_CHEV_BOLTEV_COV_en_US_84406525B_2020FEB17.ai 1 1/27/2020 2:13:03 PM

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