2016 Chevrolet Volt Owner's Manual

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Contents Introduction ...... 2 In Brief ...... 5 Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 28 Seats and Restraints ...... 49 Storage ...... 92 Instruments and Controls ...... 94 Lighting ...... 147 Infotainment System ...... 154 Climate Controls ...... 155 Driving and Operating ...... 162 Vehicle Care ...... 226 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 316 Technical Data ...... 329 Customer Information ...... 333 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 344 OnStar ...... 347 Index ...... 357 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

2 Introduction Introduction This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that A French language manual can be was not purchased on the vehicle, obtained from your dealer, at model variants, country www.helminc.com, or from: specifications, features/applications Propriétaires Canadiens that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to On peut obtenir un exemplaire de the printing of this owner manual. ce guide en français auprès du The names, logos, emblems, concessionnaire ou à l'adresse Refer to the purchase suivante: slogans, vehicle model names, and documentation relating to your vehicle body designs appearing in specific vehicle to confirm the Helm, Incorporated this manual including, but not limited features. Attention: Customer Service to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, 47911 Halyard Drive the CHEVROLET Emblem, VOLT, Keep this manual in the vehicle for Plymouth, MI 48170 and the VOLT logo are trademarks quick reference. USA and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, Using this Manual affiliates, or licensors. To quickly locate information about For vehicles first sold in Canada, the vehicle, use the Index in the substitute the name “General back of the manual. It is an Motors of Canada Limited” for alphabetical list of what is in the Chevrolet Motor Division wherever it manual and the page number where appears in this manual. it can be found.

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Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Caution Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle Warning messages found on vehicle and what they mean. For more labels and in this manual describe information on the symbol, refer to hazards and what to do to avoid or the Index. reduce them. A circle with a slash through it is a : Airbag Readiness Light safety symbol which means “Do 9 { Danger Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let # : Air Conditioning this happen.” ! Danger indicates a hazard with a : Antilock Brake System (ABS) high level of risk which will result Symbols b / g : Audio Steering Wheel in serious injury or death. Controls or OnStar® The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of I : Brake System Warning Light { Warning text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or " : Charging System (12-Volt Warning indicates a hazard that information relating to a specific Battery) could result in injury or death. component, control, message, : Cruise Control gauge, or indicator. I ` : Do Not Puncture M : Shown when the owner Caution manual has additional instructions ^ : Do Not Service or information. f : Electric Parking Brake Caution indicates a hazard that * : Shown when the service could result in property or vehicle d : Electronic Stability manual has additional instructions Control (ESC) damage. or information. B : Engine Coolant Temperature 0 : Shown when there is more information on another page — O : Exterior Lamps “see page.” y : Fault Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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g : First Responder _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer _ : High Voltage I : LATCH System Child Restraints [ : Leaf * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power B : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders g : StabiliTrak® Disable 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor i : Traction Control System (TCS) Disable a : Under Pressure Q : Vehicle Ready M : Windshield Washer Fluid Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Vehicle Features Performance and Maintenance In Brief Infotainment System ...... 16 Traction Control/Electronic Steering Wheel Controls ...... 16 Stability Control ...... 24 Instrument Panel Cruise Control ...... 16 Tire Pressure Monitor ...... 24 Driver Information Engine Oil Life System ...... 25 Instrument Panel ...... 6 Center (DIC) ...... 17 Driving for Better Energy Initial Drive Information Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Efficiency ...... 25 Initial Drive Information ...... 8 System ...... 17 Roadside Assistance Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Front Automatic Braking (FAB) Program ...... 27 System ...... 8 System ...... 17 Remote Start ...... 8 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 18 Door Locks ...... 9 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 18 Windows ...... 10 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 18 Seat Adjustment ...... 10 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Heated Seats ...... 11 System ...... 18 Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 12 Parking Assist ...... 18 Safety Belts ...... 12 Automatic Parking Passenger Sensing System . . . 12 Assist (APA) ...... 19 Mirror Adjustment ...... 13 Power Outlets ...... 19 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 13 Battery and Efficiency Interior Lighting ...... 14 High Voltage Safety Exterior Lighting ...... 15 Information ...... 19 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 15 Charging ...... 20 Climate Controls ...... 16 Fueling ...... 23 Regenerative Braking ...... 23 Service ...... 24 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

6 In Brief Instrument Panel Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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1. Air Vents 0 160. 8. Power Outlets 0 98. 17. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn USB Port. See the infotainment 95 (Out of View). and Lane-Change manual. 18. Regen on Demand Paddles Signals 0 151. (Out of View). See Auxiliary Jack. See the 0 IntelliBeam® System Button (If infotainment manual. Regenerative Braking 188. Equipped). See Exterior Lamp 19. Cruise Control 0 191. 0 9. Shift Lever. See Electric Drive Controls 147. Unit 0 184. Heated Steering Wheel 0 95 (If 0 3. Instrument Cluster 100. 10. Drive MODE Button. See Equipped). Driver Information Center (DIC) Driver Selected Operating Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Display. See Driver Information Modes 0 178. System 0 198 (If Equipped). 0 Center (DIC) 128. Assistance Systems for Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 204 4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 96. Parking or Backing 0 194 (If (If Equipped). 5. Charging Status Indicator. See Equipped). 20. Hood Release. See Charging Status Traction Control/Electronic Hood 0 231. 0 0 Feedback 208. Stability Control 189. 21. Data Link Connector (DLC) Light Sensor. See Daytime 11. Hazard Warning (Out of View). See Malfunction Running Lamps (DRL) 0 149. Flashers 0 150. Indicator Lamp (Check Engine 0 6. Infotainment 0 154. 12. Electric Parking Brake 0 186. Light) 109. Navigation System (If 13. Power Button 0 172. 22. Instrument Panel Fuse Door. See Instrument Panel Fuse Equipped). See the navigation 14. Steering Wheel Controls 0 95. 0 manual. Block 258. 15. Audio Controls (Out of View) (If 0 7. Automatic Climate Control 23. Exterior Lamp Controls 147. 0 Equipped). See Steering Wheel System 155. Controls 0 95. 24. Instrument Panel Illumination 0 Control 0 151. Heated Front Seats 53 (If 16. Horn 0 96. Equipped). Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

8 In Brief Initial Drive Press the key release button to Remote Start release the key. The key can be Information used for all locks. Use remote start to heat or cool the interior when the vehicle is plugged This section provides a brief K : Press once to unlock the driver in to maximize electric range by overview about some of the door. Press a second time within utilizing electricity from the electrical important features that may or may five seconds to unlock all doors. outlet. The engine may start to not be on your specific vehicle. Q : Press to lock all doors. support the climate control For more detailed information, refer operation. Normal operation of the Lock and unlock feedback can be system will return after the vehicle to each of the features which can be personalized. See Vehicle has been turned on. found later in this owner manual. Personalization 0 139. Starting the Vehicle Remote Keyless Entry 7 : Press and release to initiate (RKE) System vehicle locator. Press and hold for 1. Press and release Q on the three seconds to sound the panic RKE transmitter. The RKE transmitter may work up to alarm. Press again to cancel the 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. panic alarm. 2. Immediately press and hold / / : Press and release Q and then for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash. immediately press and hold / for at least four seconds to start the 3. After entering the vehicle vehicle's heating or air conditioning during a remote start, press systems and rear window defogger POWER O with the brake from outside the vehicle using the pedal applied to operate as RKE transmitter. See Remote normal. Start 0 35. When the vehicle starts, the parking See Keys 0 28 and Remote Keyless lamps will turn on. Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29. Remote start can be extended. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Canceling Remote Start To lock or unlock the doors from K : Press to unlock. inside the vehicle: To cancel a remote start, do any of Q : Press to lock. the following: K . Press Q or on the power door See Power Door Locks 0 39. Press and hold / until the lock switch. . Keyless Access parking lamps turn off. . Push down the manual lock knob on the driver door to lock . Turn on the hazard warning all doors. Push down the manual flashers. lock knob on a passenger door . Press POWER O with the brake to lock only that door. pedal applied, then press . Pull once on the door handle to POWER O again to turn the unlock the door and again to vehicle off. open the door. Press the power 0 door lock switch to lock or See Remote Start 35. unlock all doors. Door Locks Power Door Locks To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle: When the Remote Keyless Entry . Use the key. The driver door key (RKE) transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) cylinder is covered with a cap. of the driver door, the door can be See Door Locks 0 37. locked and unlocked by pressing the door handle button. When . Press Q or K on the RKE unlocking from the driver door, the transmitter. See Remote Keyless first press will unlock only that door; Entry (RKE) System press again within five seconds to Operation 0 29. unlock all passenger doors. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Hatch Windows Seat Adjustment Seat Position

To adjust the seat position: To open the hatch, press the touch The window switches on the driver 1. Pull the handle at the front of pad on the underside of the hatch the seat cushion to unlock it. and lift after unlocking all doors. See door control all windows. Each Hatch 0 41. passenger door has a switch that 2. Move the seat forward or controls only that window. rearward and release the Keyless Access : Press the touch handle. pad on the underside of the hatch Press the switch to lower the and lift up when the RKE transmitter window. Pull the switch to raise it. 3. Try to move the seat back and is within 1 m (3 ft) of the rear of the The driver and passenger windows forth to be sure it is locked in vehicle. See Remote Keyless Entry have an express-down feature and place. (RKE) System Operation 0 29. the driver window has express-up. See Seat Adjustment 0 51. See Power Windows 0 46. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Height Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. See Reclining Seatbacks 0 51. Heated Seats

Move the lever up or down to raise To recline the seatback: or lower the seat. 1. Lift the lever. See “Seat Height Adjuster” under 0 2. Move the seatback to the Seat Adjustment 51. desired position, and then release the lever to lock the If equipped, the controls are on the seatback in place. center stack. To operate, the vehicle must be on. 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Press L or M to heat the driver or To return the seatback to the upright passenger seat. position: Press the button once for the 1. Lift the lever fully without highest setting. With each press of applying pressure to the the button, the heated seat will seatback, and the seatback will change to the next lower setting, return to the upright position. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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and then the off setting. Three lights Head Restraint Refer to the following sections for indicate the highest setting and one important information on how to use light the lowest. Adjustment safety belts properly: See Heated Front Seats 0 53. Do not drive until the head restraints . Safety Belts 0 56. for all occupants are installed and Auto Heated Seats adjusted properly. . How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 57. If equipped, the controls can be To achieve a comfortable seating accessed while the vehicle is on by position, change the seatback . Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 58. pressing L or M on the center recline angle as little as necessary . Lower Anchors and Tethers for stack. while keeping the seat and the head Children (LATCH System) 0 80. restraint height in the proper When the vehicle is on, this feature position. will automatically activate the Passenger Sensing heated seats at the level required by See Head Restraints 0 49 and Seat System the vehicle's interior temperature. Adjustment 0 51. The active high, medium, low, or off heated seat level will be indicated Safety Belts by the heated seat button lights on the center stack. Use the heated seat buttons on the center stack to turn auto heated seats off. 0 See Heated Front Seats 53. The passenger sensing system will The heated seats can also be turn off the front outboard programmed to come on during a passenger frontal airbag and knee remote start. See Vehicle airbag under certain conditions. No Personalization 0 139. other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 68. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The passenger airbag status See Power Mirrors 0 44. dimming feature comes on when the indicator lights on the overhead vehicle is started. See Automatic When the rear window defogger is 0 console are visible when the vehicle activated, the heated mirrors, Dimming Rearview Mirror 45. is started. See Passenger Airbag 0 if equipped, will also come on. See Status Indicator 108. Heated Mirrors 0 45. Steering Wheel Adjustment Mirror Adjustment Folding Mirrors Power Mirrors Mirrors can be folded inward toward the vehicle to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Push the mirror outward to return it to the original position. Interior Mirror Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind your vehicle. Manual Rearview Mirror If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime To adjust the steering wheel: use to avoid glare of the headlamps 1. Pull the lever down. To adjust a mirror: from behind. See Manual Rearview 2. Move the steering wheel up Mirror 0 45. 1. Press } or | to choose the or down. driver or passenger mirror. Automatic Dimming Rearview 3. Pull or push the steering wheel Mirror 2. Press the arrows on the control closer or away from you. pad to move each mirror in the If equipped, the mirror will 4. Pull the lever up to lock the desired direction. automatically reduce the glare of steering wheel in place. headlamps from behind. The Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Do not adjust the steering wheel and the LED indicator will turn off. while driving. The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened. Interior Lighting + ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome Dome Lamps lamps on manually. Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps.

The rear reading lamps are in the headliner. Press the button near each lamp to turn the rear reading lamps on or off. For more information on interior The dome lamp controls are in the lighting, see Instrument Panel overhead console. Illumination Control 0 151. To operate, press the following buttons: The front reading lamps are in the j OFF : Press to turn off the overhead console. dome lamps when a door is open. Press the lamp lenses to turn the An LED indicator on the button will front reading lamps on or off. turn on when the dome lamp override is activated. Press j OFF again to deactivate this feature Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Exterior Lighting See: . Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147. . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 0 149. Windshield Wiper/Washer

INT : Move the lever up to INT for intermittent wipes, then turn the The exterior lamp control is on the band up for more frequent wipes or instrument panel to the left of the down for less frequent wipes. steering column. OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. There are four positions. O 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move : Turns the exterior lamps off. the lever down. For several wipes, With the ignition in ACC/ AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on hold the lever down. ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move and off automatically depending on the lever to select the wiper speed. f : Pull the lever toward you to outside lighting. spray windshield washer fluid and HI : Use for fast wipes. ; : Turns on the parking lamps activate the wipers. LO : Use for slow wipes. including all lamps, except the See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 96. headlamps. 5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

16 In Brief Climate Controls Vehicle Features The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Infotainment System Your vehicle has an infotainment system. See the infotainment manual. Steering Wheel Controls The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual. Cruise Control

1. Manual Fan Control Knob 9. MAX Climate Mode Button 2. MAX Defrost 10. Power Button 3. Defrost/Defog 11. Air Delivery Mode Controls 4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 12. Rear Window Defogger 5. Recirculation See Automatic Climate Control 0 6. eco Climate Mode Button System 155. 7. Temperature Control Knob 8. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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1 : Press to turn the cruise control Forward Collision Alert system on and off. A white indicator (FCA) System comes on in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on. If equipped, FCA may help avoid or * reduce the harm caused by : Press to disengage cruise front-end crashes. FCA provides a control without erasing the set speed from memory. green indicator, V, when a vehicle is detected ahead. This indicator +RES : If there is a set speed in displays amber if you follow a memory, press to resume that vehicle much too closely. When speed or press and hold to approaching a vehicle ahead too accelerate. If cruise control is quickly, FCA provides a red flashing already active, use to increase alert on the windshield and rapidly vehicle speed. w or x : Press to go to the beeps. previous or next selection. −SET : Press briefly to set the See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) speed and activate cruise control. o or p : Press to move between System 0 198. If cruise control is already active, the interactive display zones in the use to decrease vehicle speed. cluster. Press o to go back to the Front Automatic Braking See Cruise Control 0 191. previous menu. (FAB) System V Driver Information : Press to open a menu or select If the vehicle has Forward Collision a menu item. Press and hold to Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which Center (DIC) reset values on certain screens. includes Intelligent Brake The DIC display is in the instrument See Instrument Cluster 0 100 and Assist (IBA). When the system cluster. It shows the status of many Driver Information Center detects a vehicle ahead in your path vehicle systems. (DIC) 0 128. that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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vehicle. This can help avoid or Lane Change Alert (LCA) Rear Cross Traffic Alert lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear. If equipped, the LCA system is a (RCTA) System lane-changing aid that assists If equipped, the RCTA system uses See Front Automatic Braking (FAB) drivers with avoiding lane change System 0 200. a triangle with an arrow displayed crashes that occur with moving on the RVC screen to warn of traffic vehicles in the side blind zone (or behind your vehicle that may cross Lane Keep Assist (LKA) spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly your vehicle's path while in If equipped, LKA may help avoid approaching these areas from R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will crashes due to unintentional lane behind. The LCA warning display sound. departures. It may assist by gently will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if See Assistance Systems for Parking turning the steering wheel if the or Backing 0 194. vehicle approaches a detected lane the turn signal is on. The Side Blind marking without using a turn signal Zone Alert (SBZA) system is in that direction. It may also provide included as part of the LCA system. Parking Assist a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) If equipped, Rear Parking Assist alert as the lane marking is crossed. 0 202 and Lane Change Alert (RPA) uses sensors on the rear The system will not assist or alert if (LCA) 0 202. bumper to assist with parking and it detects that you are actively avoiding objects while in steering. Override LKA by turning Rear Vision R (Reverse). It operates at speeds the steering wheel. LKA uses a less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may camera to detect lane markings Camera (RVC) display a warning triangle on the between 60 km/h (37 mph) and If equipped, RVC displays a view of RVC screen and a graphic on the 180 km/h (112 mph). the area behind the vehicle on the instrument cluster to provide the See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) center stack display when the object distance. In addition, multiple 0 204 and Lane Keep Assist vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to beeps may occur if very close to an (LKA) 0 204. aid with parking and low-speed object. backing maneuvers. See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 194. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

In Brief 19 The vehicle may also have the Front Power Outlets Battery and Efficiency Parking Assist system. The accessory power outlets can be See Assistance Systems for Parking used to plug in electrical equipment, High Voltage Safety 0 or Backing 194. such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Information Automatic Parking There are two accessory power outlets: { Assist (APA) Warning . In the storage area below the If equipped, the APA system helps climate control system. Exposure to high voltage can to search for and maneuver the cause shock, burns, and even vehicle into parallel or perpendicular . On the rear of the front console death. The high voltage parking spots using automatic armrest. components in the vehicle can steering, DIC displays, and beeps. The power outlets supply power only be serviced by technicians When the vehicle speed is below while the vehicle is on, or if the with special training. 30 km/h (18 mph), press O to vehicle is in Retained Accessory High voltage components are Power (RAP). See Retained enable the system. identified by labels. Do not Accessory Power (RAP) 0 175. See “Automatic Parking Assist remove, open, take apart, (APA)” under Assistance Systems Lift the cover to access and replace or modify these components. for Parking or Backing 0 194. when not in use. High voltage cable or wiring has See Power Outlets 0 98. orange covering or labels. Do not probe, tamper with, cut, or modify high voltage cable or wiring.

This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12-volt battery. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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If the vehicle is in a crash, the the vehicle be plugged in when sensing system may shut down the Warning (Continued) temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F) high voltage system. When this and above 32 °C (90 °F) to occurs, the high voltage battery is Contact Customer Assistance as maximize high voltage battery life. disconnected and the vehicle will soon as possible to determine whether an inspection is needed. When using a 120-volt AC electrical not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE outlet, it will take approximately SOON message in the Driver See Customer Assistance Offices 0 335. 13 hours to charge the vehicle with Information Center (DIC) will be the 12 amp AC current setting or displayed. Before the vehicle can be 19 hours using the default 8 amp operated again, it must be serviced See Battery - North America 0 246 AC current setting. When using a at your dealer. for important safety information. 240-volt charging station, it will take If an airbag has inflated, see What approximately 4.5 hours to charge { Warning Will You See after an Airbag the vehicle. Charge times will vary Inflates? 0 66. with outside temperature. There are Damage to the high voltage three ways to program how the battery or high voltage system Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools vehicle is charged. See can create a risk of electric shock, 0 should inspect, test, or replace the Programmable Charging 118. overheating, or fire. high voltage battery. See your The charging system may run fans If the vehicle is damaged from a dealer if the high voltage battery and pumps that result in sounds moderate to severe crash, flood, needs service. from the vehicle while it is turned fire, or other event, the vehicle See Battery - North America 0 246. off. Additional unexpected clicking should be inspected as soon as sounds may be caused by the possible. Until the vehicle has Charging electrical devices used while been inspected, store it outside at charging. This section explains the process least 15 m (50 ft) from any While the charge cord is plugged for charging the high voltage battery. structure or anything that can into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot Do not allow the vehicle to remain in burn. Ventilate the vehicle by be driven. opening a window or a door. temperature extremes for long periods without being driven or (Continued) plugged in. It is recommended that Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Charging Start Charge A portable charge cord used to charge the vehicle high voltage battery is stored in the left storage compartment in the rear cargo area. 1. Place the vehicle in P (Park) with the ignition off. 2. Push the rearward edge of the charge port door in and release to open the door. 3. Open the rear hatch. Open the 5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the In cold weather conditions, ice left storage compartment door charge cord into the charge may form around the charge and remove the charge cord. port on the vehicle. Verify that port door. Remove ice from the The vehicle plug is stored as the charging status indicator area before attempting to open shown. illuminates on top of the or close the charge port door. 4. Plug the charge cord into the instrument panel and an electrical outlet. See Electrical audible beep occurs. See Charging Status Requirements for Battery 0 Charging 0 220. Verify the Feedback 208. charge cord status. See 6. To arm the charge cord theft Charge Cord 0 213. Select the alert, lock the vehicle with the appropriate charge level using RKE transmitter. To disable this the Charge Limit Preference feature, see “Charge Cord screen on the center stack. Theft Alert” in Vehicle See “Charge Limit Selection” Personalization 0 139. under Programmable Charging 0 118. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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End Charge Important Information about . Mount the charging cord to 1. Unlock the vehicle with the Portable Electric Vehicle Charging reduce strain on the electrical RKE transmitter to disarm the . Charging an electric vehicle can outlet/plug. charge cord theft alert. stress a building’s electrical system more than a typical { Danger household appliance. Improper use of portable electric . Before plugging into any vehicle charge cords may cause electrical outlet, have a qualified a fire, electrical shock, or burns, electrician inspect and verify the and may result in damage to electrical system (electrical property, serious injury, or death. outlet, wiring, junctions, and 2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the protection devices) for . Do not use extension cords, charge cord from the vehicle. heavy-duty service at a 12 amp multi-outlet power strips, splitters, grounding 3. Close the charge port door by continuous load. adaptors, surge protectors, pressing firmly on the rearward . Electrical outlets may wear out or similar devices. edge of the door surface. with normal usage or be . Do not use an electrical 4. Unplug the charge cord from damaged over time, making outlet that is worn or the electrical outlet. them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging. damaged, or will not hold 5. Place the charge cord into the the plug firmly in place. storage compartment. . Check the electrical outlet/plug while charging and discontinue . Do not use an electrical Charge Cord use if the electrical outlet/plug is outlet that is not properly hot, then have the electrical grounded. See Radio Frequency outlet serviced by a qualified Statement 0 343. . Do not use an electrical electrician. outlet that is on a circuit with . When outdoors, plug into an other electrical loads. electrical outlet that is weatherproof while in use. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Charge Cord Status Indicators 2. When the READY TO REFUEL message displays, the fuel See Charge Cord 0 213. door on the passenger side will Charge Level Selection unlock. To open the fuel door, push and release the rearward Charge level selection can be made center edge of the door. using the Charge Limit Preference screen on the center stack. See 3. Turn the fuel cap “Charge Limit Selection” under counterclockwise to remove. Programmable Charging 0 118. While refueling, hang the fuel cap tether from the hook on the { Warning inside of the fuel door. Complete refueling within Using a charge level that exceeds 1. Press the fuel door button on 30 minutes of pressing the fuel the driver door for one second. the electrical circuit or electrical door button on the driver door. A WAIT TO REFUEL message outlet capacity may start a fire or If refueling after more than displays on the Driver damage the electrical circuit. Use 30 minutes, press the fuel door Information Center. button again. the lowest charge level until a qualified electrician inspects the 4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel electrical circuit capacity. Use the cap by turning it clockwise until lowest charge level if the it clicks. Close the fuel door. electrical circuit or electrical outlet See Filling the Tank 0 222. capacity is not known. Regenerative Braking Fueling Regenerative braking takes some of the energy from the moving vehicle The fuel system on this vehicle and turns it back into electrical requires a refueling process to energy. This energy is then stored in control evaporative emissions. To refuel the vehicle: Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

24 In Brief the high voltage battery system, Performance and stay on in the instrument cluster contributing to increased energy and the appropriate DIC efficiency. Maintenance message is displayed. See Ride ® Control System Regen on Demand Traction Control/ Messages 0 136. This feature will slow the vehicle by Electronic Stability recapturing energy using the . Press and release g to turn on steering wheel paddle. Control both systems. See Regenerative Braking 0 188. The TCS limits wheel spin. The See Traction Control/Electronic system turns on automatically every Stability Control 0 189. Service time the vehicle is powered up. The Electronic Stability Control Tire Pressure Monitor { Warning system called StabiliTrak assists This vehicle may have a Tire with directional control of the vehicle Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). Never try to do your own service in difficult driving conditions. The on high voltage components. You system turns on automatically every can be injured and the vehicle time the vehicle is on. can be damaged if you try to do . To turn off traction control, press your own service work. Service and release g, on the center and repair of these high voltage i components should only be console behind the shift lever. performed by a trained service illuminates and the appropriate The low tire pressure warning light technician with the proper Driver Information Center (DIC) alerts to a significant loss in message is displayed. See Ride knowledge and tools. See Doing pressure of one of the vehicle's 0 Control System Your Own Service Work 230. 0 tires. If the warning light comes on, Messages 136. stop as soon as possible and inflate . To turn off both traction control the tires to the recommended and StabiliTrak, press and hold pressure shown on the Tire and g, until i and g come on and Loading Information label. See Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Vehicle Load Limits 0 169. The Resetting the Oil Life System Driving Style warning light will remain on until the 1. Select REMAINING OIL LIFE tire pressure is corrected. Efficiency Gauge (Instrument on the DIC menu. Cluster) The low tire pressure warning light V may come on in cool weather when 2. Press and hold for several The ball indicator should be kept the vehicle is first started, and then seconds while the Oil Life green and toward the center of the turn off as the vehicle is driven. This display is active to reset the Oil gauge for efficient operation. may be an early indicator that the Life system. Inefficient acceleration is indicated tire pressures are getting low and 3. 100% OIL LIFE will be when the ball turns yellow and the tires need to be inflated to the displayed when the oil life travels above the center of the proper pressure. system is successfully reset. gauge. The TPMS does not replace normal See Engine Oil Life System 0 236. Aggressive braking is indicated monthly tire maintenance. Maintain when the ball turns yellow and the correct tire pressures. Driving for Better Energy travels below the center of the See Tire Pressure Monitor Efficiency gauge. System 0 272. Acceleration/Braking/Coasting Use the following tips to help Engine Oil Life System maximize energy efficiency and Avoid unnecessary rapid range. accelerations and decelerations. The engine oil life system calculates In colder temperatures, while these Electric range is maximized at engine oil life based on vehicle use efficiency tips will help, the electric 80 km/h (50 mph) and below. Higher and displays the CHANGE ENGINE vehicle driving range may be lower speeds use more energy and can OIL SOON message when it is time due to higher energy usage. significantly reduce electric range. to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset Use cruise control when to 100% only following an oil appropriate. change. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Plan ahead for decelerations and Use L (Low) in heavy stop-and-go Use the auto heated seat feature coast whenever possible. For traffic or when traveling downhill. and the heated steering wheel example, do not rush to traffic L (Low) requires less brake pedal instead of climate settings. Heating signals. application and provides a the seat and steering wheel uses Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast. controlled, efficient way to slow the less energy than heating the vehicle The vehicle recovers energy while vehicle down. interior. coasting and braking in D (Drive) Climate Setting Use remote start to heat or cool the or L (Low). interior when the vehicle is plugged Using the heat and air conditioning in to maximize the electric range by Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection systems decreases the energy utilizing electricity from the electrical Use Normal Mode when possible. available for electric driving. outlet. Sport Mode provides more Optimal energy efficiency is Engine Assisted Heating, responsive acceleration than achieved with the heat, air if equipped, can be personalized Normal Mode but can reduce conditioning, and fan turned off. while plugged in. See “Engine efficiency. Less energy is used at low fan Assist Heat Plugged In” under 0 Use Mountain Mode prior to speeds. When using the fan: Vehicle Personalization 139. climbing long, steep grades in . Fan Only is the most energy In hot weather, avoid parking in mountainous areas. Be sure to efficient climate setting as long direct sunlight or use sunshades engage Mountain Mode before as 0 is not selected. inside the vehicle. starting to climb. Mountain Mode Turn off the front and rear window reduces electric range and power . Use eco for moderate air conditioning and heater defog/defrost when they are no but may be needed to maintain longer needed. speeds or steep grades. operation. This is the next most energy efficient setting as long Avoid driving with the windows open Use Hold Mode on a trip where it is at highway speeds. expected that all of the electric as 0 is not selected. charge will be depleted. Use Hold . MAX provides the most comfort Mode mainly during highway or high but is the least energy efficient. speed driving to maximize both EV miles and fuel efficiency. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Vehicle Charging/Maintenance Using a rooftop carrier will reduce efficiency due to additional weight Charging and drag. Keep the vehicle plugged in, even when fully charged, to keep the Roadside Assistance battery temperature ready for the Program next drive. This is important when outside temperatures are extremely U.S.: 1-888-811-1926 hot or cold. TTY Users (U.S. Only): Maintenance 1-888-889-2438 Always keep the tires properly Canada: 1-800-268-6800 inflated and the vehicle properly As the owner of a new Chevrolet, aligned. you are automatically enrolled in the The weight of excess cargo in the Roadside Assistance program. This vehicle affects efficiency and range. program provides security and Avoid carrying more than is needed. convenience in the event of an on-road failure or emergency If fuel is not regularly used, consider situation. Service is provided keeping the fuel tank only one-third 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for full. Excess fuel weight impacts the duration of the vehicle’s efficiency and range. powertrain warranty. For fuel recommendations, see See Roadside Assistance 0 Fuel 221. Program 0 337. Avoid unnecessary use of electrical accessories. Power used for functions other than propelling the vehicle will reduce EV range. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

28 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Keys, Doors, and Convex Mirrors ...... 44 Windows Power Mirrors ...... 44 Folding Mirrors ...... 45 Keys Heated Mirrors ...... 45 { Warning Keys and Locks Interior Mirrors Keys ...... 28 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 45 Leaving children in a vehicle with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Manual Rearview Mirror ...... 45 System ...... 29 a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Automatic Dimming Rearview transmitter is dangerous and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Mirror ...... 45 System Operation ...... 29 children or others could be Remote Start ...... 35 Windows seriously injured or killed. They Door Locks ...... 37 Windows ...... 45 could operate the power windows Power Door Locks ...... 39 Power Windows ...... 46 or other controls or make the Delayed Locking ...... 39 Sun Visors ...... 48 vehicle move. The windows will Automatic Door Locks ...... 39 function with the RKE transmitter Lockout Protection ...... 39 in the vehicle, and children or Safety Locks ...... 40 others could be caught in the path Doors of a closing window. Do not leave Hatch ...... 41 children in a vehicle with an RKE transmitter. Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...... 42 Vehicle Alarm System ...... 42 Immobilizer ...... 43 Immobilizer Operation ...... 43 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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To remove the key, press the button If there is a decrease in the RKE near the bottom of the RKE operating range: transmitter, and pull the key out. . Check the distance. The Never pull the key out without transmitter may be too far from pressing the button. the vehicle. The key has a bar-coded key tag . Check the location. Other that the dealer or qualified locksmith vehicles or objects may be can use to make new keys. Store blocking the signal. this information in a safe place, not in the vehicle. . Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later See your dealer if a replacement in this section. key or an additional key is needed. There is a key inside the Remote . If the transmitter is still not Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter that If it becomes difficult to turn the key working correctly, see your can be used for all locks. in a vehicle lock, inspect the key dealer or a qualified technician blade for debris. Periodically clean for service. with a brush or pick. If locked out of the vehicle, call Remote Keyless Entry Roadside Assistance. See Roadside (RKE) System Operation Assistance Program 0 337. With an active OnStar subscription, an The Keyless Access system allows OnStar Advisor may remotely for vehicle entry when the unlock the vehicle. See OnStar transmitter is within range. See Overview 0 347. “Keyless Access Operation” later in this section. Remote Keyless Entry The RKE transmitter functions may (RKE) System work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle. See Radio Frequency Statement 0 343. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Other conditions, such as those For remote operating windows, / : Press and release Q and then previously stated, can impact the pressing and holding K will open all immediately press and hold / for at performance of the transmitter. of the vehicle's windows. See Power least four seconds to start the Windows 0 46. This feature can be vehicle's heating or air conditioning enabled through vehicle systems and rear window defogger personalization. See Vehicle from outside the vehicle using the Personalization 0 139. RKE transmitter. See Remote Q : Press to lock all doors. The Start 0 35. hazard warning lamps will flash Keyless Access Operation once and the alarm system will be armed. See Vehicle Alarm The Keyless Access system lets System 0 42. you lock and unlock the doors and access the hatch without removing If the driver door is open when Q is the RKE transmitter from your pressed, all doors lock and then the pocket, purse briefcase, etc. The driver door will unlock if the feature RKE transmitter should be within is enabled through vehicle 1 m (3 ft) to lock and unlock the K : Press once to unlock the driver personalization. See Vehicle doors and access the hatch. door or all doors depending on the Personalization 0 139. vehicle personalization. Press a Keyless Access can be 7 : Press and release to initiate second time within five seconds to programmed to unlock all doors on unlock all doors. vehicle locator. The exterior lamps the first lock/unlock press from the flash and the horn chirps three driver door. See Vehicle 0 See Vehicle Personalization 139. times. Press and hold for Personalization 0 139. The hazard warning lamps will flash three seconds to sound the panic twice each time the button is alarm. The horn sounds and the pressed and the alarm system will turn signals flash for 30 seconds. be disarmed. See Vehicle Alarm Press again to cancel the panic System 0 42. alarm. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Keyless Unlocking/Locking from . It has been more than Passive Locking the Driver Door five seconds since the first lock/ The vehicle will lock several unlock button press. seconds after all doors are closed if . Two lock/unlock button presses the vehicle is off and at least one were used to unlock all doors. transmitter has been removed or . Any vehicle door has opened none remain in the vehicle. and all doors are now closed. If other electronic devices interfere with the RKE transmitter signal, the Keyless Unlocking/Locking from vehicle may not detect the RKE Passenger Doors transmitter inside the vehicle. When the doors are locked and the If passive locking is enabled, the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of doors may lock with the RKE the door handle, pressing the lock/ transmitter inside the vehicle. Do unlock button on that door handle not leave the RKE transmitter in an Driver Side Shown, Passenger will unlock all doors. Pressing the unattended vehicle. Doors Similar lock/unlock button will cause all To customize the doors to When the doors are locked and the doors to lock under any of the automatically lock when exiting the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of following conditions: vehicle, see Vehicle the driver door handle, pressing the . After the lock/unlock button was Personalization 0 139. lock/unlock button on the driver door used to unlock all doors. handle will unlock the driver door. Temporary Disable of Passive . After any vehicle door has If the lock/unlock button is pressed Locking Feature opened and all doors are now again within five seconds, all closed. Temporarily disable the passive passenger doors will unlock. Pull locking by pressing and holding K the door handle to unlatch the door. on the interior door switch with a Pressing the lock/unlock button will door open for at least four seconds, cause all doors to lock if any of the or until three chimes are heard. following occur: Passive locking will then remain Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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disabled until Q on the interior door programmed. Each vehicle can is pressed, or until the vehicle is have up to eight transmitters turned on. matched to it. Keyless Hatch Opening Programming with a Recognized Transmitter Press the button on the underside of the hatch and lift up to open if the A new transmitter can be RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) programmed to the vehicle when and the doors are locked. If the there is one recognized transmitter. doors are unlocked, the transmitter To program, the vehicle must be off is not required to open the hatch. and all of the transmitters, both currently recognized and new, must Keyed Access be in the vehicle. 3. Remove the rubber mat in the To access a vehicle with a weak 1. Place the recognized center console storage area. transmitter battery, see Door transmitter(s) in the cupholder. Locks 0 37. 4. Place the new RKE transmitter 2. Remove the key lock cylinder into the transmitter pocket. Programming Transmitters to cap on the driver door handle. the Vehicle See Door Locks 0 37. Insert 5. Press and hold POWER O on the vehicle key of the new the center stack for Only RKE transmitters programmed transmitter into the key lock two seconds. When the to this vehicle will work. If a cylinder on the outside of the transmitter is programmed, the transmitter is lost or stolen, a driver door and turn the key DIC will show that it is ready to replacement can be purchased and counterclockwise to the unlock program the next transmitter. programmed through your dealer. position five times within 6. Remove the transmitter from When the replacement transmitter is 10 seconds. programmed to this vehicle, all the transmitter pocket and remaining transmitters must also be The Driver Information Center press K or Q on the reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen (DIC) displays READY FOR transmitter. REMOTE #2, 3, 4 OR 5 etc. transmitters will no longer work To program additional once the new transmitter is transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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When all additional transmitters The Driver Information Center are programmed, press and (DIC) displays REMOTE hold POWER O for 12 seconds LEARN PENDING, to exit programming mode. PLEASE WAIT. 7. Return the key back into the 2. Wait for 10 minutes until the transmitter. DIC displays PRESS START BUTTON TO LEARN and then Programming without a press POWER O on the center Recognized Transmitter stack. Program a new key to the vehicle The DIC display will again when a recognized key is not show REMOTE LEARN available. Follow this procedure to PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. program up to eight transmitters. 4. Remove the rubber mat in the Canadian regulations require that 3. Repeat Step 2 two more times. center console storage area. owners see their dealer. This After the third time, all 5. Place the new transmitter into procedure will take approximately previously known transmitters the transmitter pocket. 30 minutes to complete. The vehicle will no longer work with the must be off and all transmitters to vehicle. Remaining transmitters 6. Press and hold POWER O for be programmed must be with you. can be programmed during the two seconds. When the next steps. 1. Remove the key lock cylinder transmitter is programmed, the cap on the driver door handle. The DIC display should now DIC will show that it is ready to See Door Locks 0 37. Insert show READY FOR program the next transmitter. the vehicle key of the REMOTE #1. 7. Remove the transmitter from transmitter into the key lock the transmitter pocket and cylinder on the outside of the press K on the transmitter. driver door and turn the key to the unlock position five times To program additional within 10 seconds. transmitters, repeat Steps 5–7. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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When all additional transmitters Battery Replacement are programmed, press and hold POWER O for 12 seconds Caution to exit programming mode. When replacing the battery, do 8. Return the key back into the not touch any of the circuitry on transmitter. the transmitter. Static from your Starting the Vehicle with a Low body could damage the Transmitter Battery transmitter. If the transmitter battery is weak or there is an interference with the signal, the DIC may display NO REMOTE DETECTED or NO 2. Place the RKE transmitter into REMOTE KEY WAS DETECTED the transmitter pocket. PLACE KEY IN TRANSMITTER 3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or POCKET THEN START YOUR N (Neutral), press the brake VEHICLE when you try to start the pedal and POWER O on the vehicle. The REPLACE BATTERY center stack. See Power IN REMOTE KEY message may Button 0 172. also be displayed at this time. Replace the transmitter battery as To start the vehicle: soon as possible. 1. Open the center console storage area and remove the 1. Press the button on the side of rubber mat. the transmitter near the bottom and pull the key out. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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cool the interior when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize the electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Normal operation of the system will return after the vehicle has been turned on. / : This button is on the RKE transmitter. During remote start: . The climate control system will typically default to the last 2. Separate the two halves of the 4. Remove the old battery. Do not climate setting. If the fan is off or transmitter using a flat tool use a metal object. if eco and MAX are not selected, the air conditioning or heat will inserted into the area near the 5. Insert the new battery on the turn on as needed. See key slot. Do not use the back housing, positive side Automatic Climate Control key slot. facing down. Replace with a System 0 155. CR2032 or equivalent battery. If equipped with heated seats, 6. Align the front and back . and the vehicle personalization housing and the release button setting is enabled, the remote on the side of the transmitter, start auto heated seats may also then snap the transmitter come on. See Heated Front together. Seats 0 53, and Vehicle 0 Remote Start Personalization 139. . If equipped the heated steering This feature starts the heating or air wheel may also come on. See conditioning systems and rear Heated Steering Wheel 0 95. window defogger from outside the vehicle. Use remote start to heat or Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. The rear window defogger will feature will be provided from the four seconds. Pressing / turn on during colder outside electrical outlet, not from the again during a remote start will temperatures. high voltage battery. turn the feature off. . Selecting 1 during colder Laws in some communities may Remote start will automatically shut outside temperatures before restrict the use of features that off after 10 minutes unless a time shutting the vehicle off will help remotely start the engine. For extension is done. windshield clearing. example, some laws may require a person using the remote start While the remote start is active, the . Shutting the vehicle off in eco feature to have the vehicle in view parking lamps will turn on and mode without 1 selected will when doing so. Check local remain on. minimize the impact to electric regulations for any requirements on After entering the vehicle during a range. Shutting the vehicle off in remote starting of vehicles. remote start, press POWER O on other modes will maximize The RKE transmitter range may be the center stack with the brake heating or air conditioning. less while the vehicle is running. pedal applied to operate as normal. . The engine may start to provide Other conditions can affect the The remote start can be initiated energy for heating and cooling, performance of the transmitter. See two separate times between driving. independent of the vehicle being Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) For each remote start, the plugged in or completely System 0 29. passenger compartment will be charged. Engine Assisted heated or cooled for 10 minutes. Heating operation, if available, Starting the Vehicle can be personalized. See To heat or cool the passenger Extending Vehicle Run Time Engine Assist Heat Plugged In “ ” compartment using remote start: The vehicle run time can also be under Vehicle extended by another 10 minutes, Personalization 0 139. 1. Press and release Q on the if during the first 10 minutes . Vehicle range may decrease if RKE transmitter; the doors Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while the vehicle is not plugged into will lock. the vehicle is still running. An an electrical outlet. If the vehicle 2. Immediately press and hold / extension can be requested, is plugged in, much of the until the turn signal lamps 30 seconds after starting. This energy needed to support this flash, or for at least provides a total of 20 minutes. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The remote start can only be Conditions in Which Remote Door Locks extended once. Start May Not Work When the remote start is extended, Conditions in which a remote start { Warning the second 10-minute period is may not occur include: added on to the first 10 minutes for Unlocked doors can be a total of 20 minutes. . An open hood. dangerous. A maximum of two remote starts, . The RKE transmitter is in the . Passengers, especially or a remote start with an extension, vehicle. children, can easily open are allowed between vehicle . The vehicle is not in P (Park). the doors and fall out of a operation. moving vehicle. The chance . Vehicle propulsion system fault The vehicle's ignition must be conditions, including an of being thrown out of the changed to ON/RUN and then back emission control system vehicle in a crash is to OFF before the remote start malfunction. increased if the doors are procedure can be used again. not locked. So, all . High voltage battery fault passengers should wear Canceling Remote Start conditions. safety belts properly and the doors should be locked To cancel a remote start, do any of A second remote start or extension whenever the vehicle is the following: will not occur if the fuel level is low. driven. . Aim the RKE transmitter at the During a remote start, conditions in . Young children who get into vehicle and press and hold / which a remote start may be canceled include: unlocked vehicles may be until the parking lamps turn off. unable to get out. A child . Vehicle propulsion system or . Turn on the hazard warning can be overcome by high voltage battery fault flashers. extreme heat and can suffer conditions. permanent injuries or even . Press POWER O on the center . Low engine oil pressure. death from heat stroke. stack, with the brake pedal Always lock the vehicle O . Engine coolant temperature that whenever leaving it. applied, then press POWER is too high. again to turn the vehicle off. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Keyless Access Key Cylinder Access Warning (Continued) . Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when slowing or stopping the vehicle. Lock the doors to help prevent this from happening.

To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle: . Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. If equipped, the RKE transmitter To access the key cylinder: . Use the key in the driver door. must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the door 1. Pull the door handle to the To lock or unlock the doors from being opened. Press the button on open position. inside the vehicle: the door handle to open. See “Keyless Access Operation” in 2. Insert the key into the slot on . Press Q or K on the power door Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the bottom of the cap and pry lock switch. System Operation 0 29. outward. . Push down the manual lock 3. Move the cap rearward and knob on the driver door to lock remove. all doors. Push down the manual Replace the cap by snapping on lock knob on a passenger door the tabs. to lock only that door. . Pull an interior door handle to unlock the door. Pull the door handle again to unlatch it. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Power Door Locks The doors will lock automatically Automatic door unlocking can be five seconds after all doors are programmed through the Driver closed. If a door is reopened before Information Center (DIC). See that time, the five-second timer will Vehicle Personalization 0 139. reset when all doors are closed again. Lockout Protection Press Q on the door lock switch If the vehicle is in ACC/ again or press Q on the RKE ACCESSORY or ON/RUN and the transmitter to lock the doors power door lock switch is pressed immediately. with the driver door open, all the doors will lock and only the driver This feature can also be door will unlock. programmed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 139. If the vehicle is off and locking is requested while a door is open, K when all doors are closed the : Press to unlock the doors. Automatic Door Locks vehicle will check for RKE Q : Press to lock the doors. The doors will lock automatically transmitters inside. If an RKE when all doors are closed, the transmitter is detected and the Delayed Locking ignition is on, and the shift lever is number of RKE transmitters inside moved out of P (Park). has not reduced, the driver door will This feature delays the locking of unlock and the horn will chirp three To unlock the doors: the doors until five seconds after all times. doors are closed. . Press K on a door. Lockout Protection can be manually When Q is pressed on the power . Move the shift lever into overridden with the driver door open door lock switch while the door is P (Park). by pressing and holding Q on the open, a chime will sound three power door lock switch. times indicating delayed locking is active. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Manual Safety Locks To open a rear door when the safety If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is lock is on: turned on and the vehicle is off, the 1. Unlock the door by activating driver door is open, and locking is the inside handle, pressing the requested, all the doors will lock and power door lock switch, only the driver door will unlock. The or using the Remote Keyless Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout feature Entry (RKE) transmitter. can be turned on or off using the 2. Open the door from the vehicle personalization menus. See outside. Vehicle Personalization 0 139. When the safety lock is enabled, Safety Locks adults and older children will not be able to open the rear door from the The rear door safety locks prevent inside. Cancel the safety locks to passengers from opening the rear enable the doors to open from the doors from inside the vehicle. The safety lock is on the inside edge of the rear doors. To use the inside. safety lock: To cancel the safety lock: 1. Move the lever down to the 1. Unlock the door and open it lock position. from the outside. 2. Close the door. 2. Move the lever up to unlock. 3. Do the same for the other Do the same for the other door. rear door. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Doors Warning (Continued) Hatch . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that { Warning brings in only outside air and set the fan speed to the Exhaust gases can enter the highest setting. See vehicle if it is driven in Extended Automatic Climate Control 0 Range Mode with the hatch open, System 155. or with any objects that pass For more information about through the seal between the carbon monoxide, see Engine body and the hatch. Engine Exhaust 0 183. exhaust contains carbon Press K on the RKE transmitter to monoxide (CO) which cannot be unlock all doors. Press the touch To open the hatch, the vehicle must seen or smelled. It can cause pad on the underside of the hatch be off or the shift lever must be in and lift. unconsciousness and even death. P (Park). If the vehicle must be driven in Extended Range Mode with the hatch open: . Do not operate in Mountain Mode if driving with the hatch open. . Close all of the windows. . Fully open the air outlets on the instrument panel. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

42 Keys, Doors, and Windows Use the inside pull handle to lower Vehicle Security The vehicle alarm system will not and close the hatch. arm if the doors are locked with This vehicle has theft-deterrent Keyless Access : To open the the key. features; however, they do not make hatch with the vehicle locked, the If the driver door is opened without the vehicle impossible to steal. RKE transmitter must be within 1 m first unlocking with the RKE (3 ft). Press the touch pad on the transmitter, the horn will chirp and underside of the hatch and lift up. Vehicle Alarm System the lights will flash to indicate See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not System Operation 0 29. system. started, or the door is not unlocked by pressing K on the RKE Always close the hatch before Arming the Alarm System driving. Do not press the touch pad transmitter during the 10-second while closing the hatch; it will 1. Turn off the vehicle. pre-alarm, the alarm will be unlatch again. 2. Lock the vehicle in one of activated. three ways: The alarm will also be activated if . Use the RKE transmitter. there is an attempt to remove the charge cord, or if a passenger door, . Use the Keyless Access the hatch, or the hood is opened, system. without first disarming the system. When the alarm is activated, the . With a door open, press Q turn signals flash and the horn on the center stack. sounds for about 30 seconds. The 3. After 30 seconds the alarm alarm system will then re-arm to system will arm. Pressing Q on monitor for the next unauthorized the RKE transmitter a second event. time will bypass the 30-second The charge cord theft alert feature delay and immediately arm the may be disabled through the vehicle alarm system. personalization. See “Charge Cord Theft Alert” under Vehicle Personalization 0 139. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Disarming the Alarm System How to Detect a Tamper The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is To disarm the alarm system, or turn Condition started with a valid RKE transmitter off the alarm if it has been activated, If K is pressed on the transmitter in the vehicle. The RKE transmitter do one of the following: and the horn chirps and the lights uses electronic coding that matches . Press K on the RKE transmitter. flash three times, a previous alarm an immobilizer control unit in the occurred while the system was vehicle and automatically disarms . Unlock the vehicle using the armed. the system. Only a correct Keyless Access system. If the alarm has been activated, a transmitter can be used to turn the . Start the vehicle. message will appear on the DIC. vehicle on. To avoid setting off the alarm by See Security Messages 0 137. accident: . Lock the vehicle after all Immobilizer occupants have exited. See Radio Frequency 0 . Always unlock a door with the Statement 343. RKE transmitter or use the Keyless Access system. Immobilizer Operation The security light comes on if there is a problem with arming or Unlocking the driver door with the This vehicle has a passive disarming the theft-deterrent key will not disarm the system or theft-deterrent system. The system turn off the alarm. does not have to be manually system. armed or disarmed. This light may come on briefly when The vehicle is automatically the vehicle is turned on. There is a immobilized when the vehicle is problem if the engine does not start turned off. and this light stays on. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

44 Keys, Doors, and Windows Turn the ignition off and try again. Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors If the engine still does not start, and the RKE transmitter appears Convex Mirrors undamaged, try the other RKE transmitter for the vehicle, or place the RKE transmitter in the { Warning transmitter pocket. See Remote A convex mirror can make things, Keyless Entry (RKE) System like other vehicles, look farther Operation 0 29. It may be necessary away than they really are. If you to check the fuse. See Electrical cut too sharply into the right lane, System Overload 0 253. If the vehicle does start, the first you could hit a vehicle on the transmitter is bad. If the vehicle still right. Check the inside mirror or does not start the vehicle needs glance over your shoulder before service. See your dealer. changing lanes. To adjust a mirror: Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the vehicle The passenger side mirror is convex 1. Press } or | to choose the theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. shaped. A convex mirror's surface is driver or passenger mirror. curved so more can be seen from 2. Press the arrows on the control the driver seat. pad to move each mirror in the desired direction. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Keys, Doors, and Windows 45 Folding Mirrors Interior Mirrors Windows Manual Folding Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors { Warning The mirrors can be folded inward Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear toward the vehicle to prevent Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind the vehicle. damage when going through an adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, automatic car wash. Push the mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly especially with the windows outward to return it to the original on the mirror. Use a soft towel closed in warm or hot weather. position. dampened with water. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer Heated Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror permanent injuries or even death The rear window defogger also If equipped with a manual rearview from heat stroke. heats the outside mirrors, mirror, push the tab forward for if equipped. daytime use and pull it for nighttime = : Press to heat the outside use to avoid glare from the rearview mirrors. See “Rear Window headlamps from behind. Defogger” under Automatic Climate Control System 0 155. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If equipped, automatic dimming reduces the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The vehicle aerodynamics are Express-Down/Up Windows designed to improve fuel economy Windows with an express-down or performance. This may result in a up feature allow the window to be pulsing sound when either rear lowered or raised without holding window is down and the front the switch. The driver window has windows are up. To reduce the express-down and up; the sound, open either a front window passenger windows have only or the sunroof, if equipped. express-down. Power Windows Pull a window switch up or press it down all the way and release it. The window will go up or down { Warning automatically. Stop the window by The window switches on the driver pressing or pulling the switch. Children could be seriously door control all windows. Each injured or killed if caught in the passenger door has a switch that Express Window Anti-Pinch path of a closing window. Never controls only that window. Feature leave the Remote Keyless Entry Press the switch to open the (RKE) transmitter in a vehicle with If any object is in the path of the window. Pull the switch to close it. children. When there are children window when the express-up is active, the window will stop at the in the rear seat, use the window The power windows work when the obstruction and auto-reverse to a lockout switch to prevent vehicle is on, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. preset factory position. Weather operation of the windows. See conditions such as severe icing may Keys 0 28. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 175. also cause the window to auto-reverse. The window will return to normal operation once the obstruction or condition is removed. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Express Window Anti-Pinch Programming the Power Window Lockout Override Windows Programming the power windows { Warning may be necessary if the 12-volt battery has been disconnected or If express override is activated, discharged. the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could To program the window: be injured and the window could 1. Close all doors with the vehicle be damaged. Before you use on, or when Retained express override, make sure that Accessory Power (RAP) is all people and obstructions are active. See Retained clear of the window path. Accessory Power (RAP) 0 175. 2. Pull the window switch to In an emergency, the anti-pinch completely close the window. This feature prevents the rear feature can be overridden in a Continue to hold the window passenger windows from operating, supervised mode. Hold the window switch two seconds after the except from the driver position. window is closed. switch all the way up to the second Press o to activate the rear position. The window goes up for as 3. Repeat for each window. window lockout. The indicator light long as the switch is held. Once the comes on when activated. switch is released, the express If equipped, the windows may be mode is reactivated. opened remotely. See Remote Press o again to deactivate. Keyless Entry (RKE) System In this mode, the window can still Operation 0 29. close on an object in its path. Use care when using the override mode. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Sun Visors

Pull the sun visor 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. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Seats and Restraints 49 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 63 Head Restraints Seats and When Should an Airbag Restraints Inflate? ...... 65 What Makes an Airbag { Warning Inflate? ...... 66 How Does an Airbag With head restraints that are not Head Restraints installed and adjusted properly, Head Restraints ...... 49 Restrain? ...... 66 What Will You See after an there is a greater chance that Front Seats Airbag Inflates? ...... 66 occupants will suffer a neck/ Seat Adjustment ...... 51 Passenger Sensing System . . . 68 spinal injury in a crash. Do not Reclining Seatbacks ...... 51 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped drive until the head restraints for Heated Front Seats ...... 53 Vehicle ...... 72 all occupants are installed and Adding Equipment to the adjusted properly. Rear Seats Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 72 Rear Seats ...... 54 Airbag System Check ...... 73 Heated Rear Seats ...... 55 Replacing Airbag System Parts Front Seats Safety Belts after a Crash ...... 73 The vehicle's front seats have Safety Belts ...... 56 adjustable head restraints in the Child Restraints outboard seating positions. How to Wear Safety Belts Older Children ...... 74 Properly ...... 57 Infants and Young Children . . . . 75 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 58 Child Restraint Systems ...... 77 Safety Belt Use During Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 79 Pregnancy ...... 59 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Safety Belt Extender ...... 60 Children (LATCH System) . . . . 80 Safety System Check ...... 60 Replacing LATCH System Parts Safety Belt Care ...... 60 After a Crash ...... 86 Replacing Safety Belt System Securing Child Restraints Parts after a Crash ...... 61 (Rear Seat) ...... 87 Airbag System Securing Child Restraints (Front Airbag System ...... 61 Passenger Seat) ...... 89 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Rear Seats The vehicle's rear seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions.

Adjust the head restraint so that the To raise or lower the head restraint, top of the restraint is at the same press the button on the side of the height as the top of the occupant's head restraint and pull up or push head. This position reduces the the head restraint down and release chance of a neck injury in a crash. the button. Pull and push on the head restraint The height of the head restraint can after the button is released to make be adjusted. Pull the head restraint sure that it is locked in place. up to raise it. Try to move the head The front seat outboard head restraint to make sure that it is restraints are not removable. locked in place. To lower the head restraint, press the button on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Seats and Restraints 51 If you are installing a child restraint Front Seats 3. Try to move the seat back and in the rear seat, see “Securing a forth to be sure it is locked in Child Restraint Designed for the place. LATCH System” under Lower Seat Adjustment Anchors and Tethers for Children Seat Height Adjuster (LATCH System) 0 80. { Warning

You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving.

Move the lever up or down to raise or lower the seat. Reclining Seatbacks

To adjust the seat position: { Warning 1. Pull the handle at the front of the seat cushion to unlock it. If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden 2. Move the seat forward or stop or crash. That could cause rearward and release the handle. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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To return the seatback to the upright Warning (Continued) position: Warning (Continued) injury to the person sitting there. 1. Lift the lever fully without For proper protection when the Always push and pull on the applying pressure to the vehicle is in motion, have the seatbacks to be sure they are seatback, and the seatback seatback upright. Then sit well locked. returns to the upright position. back in the seat and wear the 2. Push and pull on the seatback safety belt properly. To recline the seatback: to make sure it is locked. { Warning

Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. 1. Lift the lever. Do not have a seatback reclined if The lap belt could go up over the vehicle is moving. 2. Move the seatback to the your abdomen. The belt forces desired position, and then would be there, not at your pelvic release the lever to lock the bones. This could cause serious seatback in place. internal injuries. 3. Push and pull on the seatback (Continued) to make sure it is locked. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Heated Front Seats Auto Heated Seats If equipped, the controls can be { Warning accessed while the vehicle is on by pressing L or M on the center If you cannot feel temperature stack. change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. To When the vehicle is on, this feature reduce the risk of burns, people will automatically activate the with such a condition should use heated seats at the level required by care when using the seat heater, the vehicle's interior temperature. especially for long periods of The active high, medium, low, or off heated seat level will be indicated time. Do not place anything on If available, the controls are on the by the manual heated seat button the seat that insulates against center stack. To operate, the vehicle lights on the center stack. Use the heat, such as a blanket, cushion, must be on. manual heated seat buttons on the cover, or similar item. This may L M center stack to turn auto heated cause the seat heater to Press or to heat the driver or seats off. overheat. An overheated seat passenger seat. If the passenger seat is unoccupied, heater may cause a burn or may Press the button once for the damage the seat. the auto heated seats feature will highest setting. With each press of not activate that seat. the button, the heated seat will change to the next lower setting, The auto heated seats feature can and then the off setting. Three lights be programmed to always be indicate the highest setting and one enabled when the vehicle is on. See 0 light the lowest. Vehicle Personalization 139. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

54 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Auto Heated Seats Rear Seats To fold the seatback down: When it is cold outside, the heated seats turn on automatically during a Folding the Seatback Caution remote vehicle start. If the vehicle has auto heated seats, the seat { Warning Folding a rear seat with the safety heating level will automatically belts still fastened may cause change to the level required by the If either seatback is not locked, it damage to the seat or the safety vehicle's interior temperature when could move forward in a sudden belts. Always unbuckle the safety the vehicle is turned on. stop or crash. That could cause belts and return them to their normal stowed position before The indicator lights on the heated injury to the person sitting there. seat buttons do not turn on during a Always push and pull on the folding a rear seat. remote start. seatbacks to be sure they are locked. The temperature performance of an unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is normal. { Warning The heated seats will not turn on during a remote start unless the A safety belt that is improperly heated seats feature is enabled in routed, not properly attached, the vehicle personalization menu. or twisted will not provide the See Vehicle Personalization 0 139. protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and 1. Pull the seatback release are not twisted. lever (pictured) to unlock the seatback. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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A tab near the lever raises To raise the seatback: Heated Rear Seats when the seatback is unlocked. Heated Rear Seats 2. Fold the seatback forward. Raising the Seatback { WARNING

Caution If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the Damage to the safety belt or seat heater may cause burns. seatback locking mechanism can occur if the safety belt is caught between the rear seatback and the seatback locking mechanism. The safety belt must be out of the way when the rear seat is raised 1. The safety belt should not to the upright, locked position. cross the seatback locking If the safety belt is damaged, see mechanism when raising the your dealer and have it replaced. seatback. 2. Raise the seatback and push it rearward to lock it into place. A tab near the seatback release lever retracts when the seatback is locked. If equipped, the rear heated seat 3. Push and pull the top of the buttons are on the rear of the center seatback to be sure it is locked console. into position. Press M or L to heat the left Keep the seat in the upright, locked outboard or right outboard seat position when not in use. cushion. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

56 Seats and Restraints Safety Belts When riding in a vehicle, you travel Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the This section of the manual vehicle stops suddenly, you keep describes how to use safety belts passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you. properly. It also describes some the vehicle that is not equipped It could be the windshield, the things not to do with safety belts. with seats and safety belts. instrument panel, or the safety belts! Always wear a safety belt, and When you wear a safety belt, you { Warning check that all passenger(s) are and the vehicle slow down together. restrained properly too. There is more time to stop because Do not let anyone ride where a you stop over a longer distance and, safety belt cannot be worn This vehicle has indicators as a when worn properly, your strongest properly. In a crash, if you or your bones take the forces from the passenger(s) are not wearing reminder to buckle the safety belts. See Safety Belt Reminders 0 106. safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts, injuries can be much safety belts makes such good worse than if you are wearing Why Safety Belts Work sense. safety belts. You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting things Questions and Answers About inside the vehicle harder or by Safety Belts being ejected from the vehicle. In Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle addition, anyone who is not after a crash if I am wearing a buckled up can strike other safety belt? passengers in the vehicle. A: You could be — whether you are It is extremely dangerous to ride wearing a safety belt or not. in a cargo area, inside or outside Your chance of being conscious of a vehicle. In a collision, during and after a crash, so you passengers riding in these areas can unbuckle and get out, is are more likely to be seriously much greater if you are belted. injured or killed. Do not allow (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be should I have to wear safety to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap belts? unbelted people are hurt more often belt. If you slid under it, the belt A: Airbags are supplemental in crashes than those who are would apply force on your systems only; so they work with wearing safety belts. abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. safety belts — not instead of There are important things to know them. Whether or not an airbag about wearing a safety belt properly. . Wear the shoulder belt over the is provided, all occupants still shoulder and across the chest. have to buckle up to get the These parts of the body are best most protection. able to take belt restraining Also, in nearly all states and in forces. The shoulder belt locks if all Canadian provinces, the law there is a sudden stop or crash. requires wearing safety belts. { Warning How to Wear Safety Belts You can be seriously injured, Properly or even killed, by not wearing This section is only for people of your safety belt properly. adult size. . Never allow the lap or There are special things to know shoulder belt to become about safety belts and children. And . Sit up straight and always keep loose or twisted. there are different rules for smaller your feet on the floor in front of you. . Never wear the shoulder children and infants. If a child will be belt under both arms or riding in the vehicle, see Older . Always use the correct buckle behind your back. Children 0 74 or Infants and Young for your seating position. Children 0 75. Follow those rules for . Never route the lap or . Wear the lap part of the belt low everyone's protection. shoulder belt over an and snug on the hips, just armrest. touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Lap-Shoulder Belt The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you All seating positions in the vehicle very quickly. If this happens, let have a lap-shoulder belt. the belt go back slightly to The following instructions explain unlock it. Then pull the belt how to wear a lap-shoulder belt across you more slowly. properly. If the shoulder portion of a 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is passenger belt is pulled out all adjustable, so you can sit up the way, the child restraint straight. To see how, see locking feature may be “Seats” in the Index. engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender 0 60. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. If the webbing locks in the latch plate before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate to flat to unlock. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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To unlatch the belt, push the button activation are met. Safety belt on the buckle. The belt should pretensioners can also help tighten return to its stowed position. the safety belts in a side crash or a Always stow the safety belt slowly. rollover event. If the safety belt webbing returns Pretensioners work only once. If the quickly to the stowed position, the pretensioners activate in a crash, retractor may lock and cannot be they need to be replaced, and other pulled out. If this happens, pull the new parts for the vehicle's safety safety belt straight out firmly to belt system may be required. See unlock the webbing, and then Replacing Safety Belt System Parts release it. If the webbing is still after a Crash 0 61. locked in the retractor, see your 4. To make the lap part tight, pull dealer. Safety Belt Use During up on the shoulder belt. Before a door is closed, be sure the Pregnancy safety belt is out of the way. If a Safety belts work for everyone, door is slammed against a safety including pregnant women. Like all belt, damage can occur to both the occupants, they are more likely to safety belt and the vehicle. be seriously injured if they do not Safety Belt Pretensioners wear safety belts. This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Safety Belt Extender safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten impact forces. If a belt is torn or around you, you should use it. frayed, get a new one right away. But if a safety belt is not long Make sure the safety belt reminder enough, your dealer will order you light is working. See Safety Belt an extender. When you go in to Reminders 0 106. order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be Keep safety belts clean and dry. 0 long enough for you. To help avoid See Safety Belt Care 60. personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the Safety Belt Care A pregnant woman should wear a seat it is made to fit. The extender Keep belts clean and dry. lap-shoulder belt, and the lap has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To portion should be worn as low as { Warning possible, below the rounding, wear it, attach it to the regular safety throughout the pregnancy. belt. For more information, see the Do not bleach or dye safety belt instruction sheet that comes with webbing. It may severely weaken The best way to protect the fetus is the extender. to protect the mother. When a safety the webbing. In a crash, they belt is worn properly, it is more likely Safety System Check might not be able to provide that the fetus will not be hurt in a adequate protection. Clean and crash. For pregnant women, as for Now and then, check that the safety rinse safety belt webbing only anyone, the key to making safety belt reminder light, safety belts, with mild soap and lukewarm belts effective is wearing them buckles, latch plates, retractors, and water. Allow the webbing to dry. properly. anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Seats and Restraints 61 Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a But the safety belt assemblies that The vehicle has the following Crash were used during any crash may airbags: have been stressed or damaged. . A frontal airbag for the driver. { Warning See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or . A frontal airbag for the front A crash can damage the safety replaced. outboard passenger. belt system in the vehicle. New parts and repairs may be . A knee airbag for the driver. A damaged safety belt system necessary even if the safety belt . A knee airbag for the front may not properly protect the system was not being used at the outboard passenger. person using it, resulting in time of the crash. serious injury or even death in a . A seat-mounted side impact Have the safety belt pretensioners crash. To help make sure the airbag for the driver. checked if the vehicle has been in a safety belt systems are working crash, or if the airbag readiness light . A seat-mounted side impact properly after a crash, have them stays on after you start the vehicle airbag for the front outboard inspected and any necessary or while you are driving. See Airbag passenger. replacements made as soon as Readiness Light 0 107. . Seat-mounted side impact possible. airbags for the second row outboard passengers. . A roof-rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver. . A roof-rail airbag for the front outboard passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the front outboard passenger. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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All vehicle airbags have the word Here are the most important things AIRBAG on the trim or on a label to know about the airbag system: { Warning near the deployment opening. Because airbags inflate with great For frontal airbags, the word { Warning force and faster than the blink of AIRBAG is on the center of the an eye, anyone who is up steering wheel for the driver and on You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not against, or very close to any the instrument panel for the front airbag when it inflates can be outboard passenger. wearing your safety belt, even with airbags. Airbags are seriously injured or killed. Do not For knee airbags, the word AIRBAG designed to work with safety sit unnecessarily close to any is on the lower part of the belts, not replace them. Also, airbag, as you would be if sitting instrument panel. airbags are not designed to inflate on the edge of the seat or leaning For seat-mounted side impact in every crash. In some crashes forward. Safety belts help keep airbags, the word AIRBAG is on the safety belts are the only restraint. you in position before and during side of the seatback closest to See When Should an Airbag a crash. Always wear a safety the door. Inflate? 0 65. belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit as far back as possible For roof-rail airbags, the word Wearing your safety belt during a AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim. while still maintaining control of crash helps reduce the chance of the vehicle. The safety belts and Airbags are designed to supplement hitting things inside the vehicle or the front outboard passenger the protection provided by safety being ejected from it. Airbags are airbags are most effective when belts. Even though today's airbags “supplemental restraints” to the you are sitting well back and are also designed to help reduce safety belts. Everyone in the upright in the seat with both feet the risk of injury from the force of an vehicle should wear a safety belt on the floor. inflating bag, all airbags must inflate properly, whether or not there is very quickly to do their job. an airbag for that person. Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat-mounted side impact airbags and/or roof-rail airbags. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Where Are the Airbags? { Warning

Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Always secure children properly in the vehicle. To read how, see Older Children 0 74 or Infants and Young Children 0 75.

The driver knee airbag is below the steering column. The front outboard The driver frontal airbag is in the passenger knee airbag is below the center of the steering wheel. glove box. The front outboard passenger There is an airbag readiness light frontal airbag is in the passenger on the instrument cluster, which side instrument panel. shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 107 for more information. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger Rear Seat Driver Side Shown, Side Similar Side Similar Passenger Side Similar The driver and front outboard The roof-rail airbags for the driver, On vehicles with second row passenger seat-mounted side front outboard passenger, and seat-mounted side impact airbags, impact airbags are in the sides of second row outboard passengers they are in the sides of the rear the seatbacks closest to the door. are in the ceiling above the side seatback closest to the door. windows. { Warning

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predict how severe a crash is likely Frontal airbags are not intended to Warning (Continued) to be in time for the airbags to inflate during vehicle rollovers, in inflate and help restrain the rear impacts, or in many side clear. Do not put anything occupants. The vehicle has impacts. between an occupant and an electronic sensors that help the In addition, the vehicle has airbag, and do not attach or put airbag system determine the anything on the steering wheel advanced technology frontal severity of the impact. Deployment airbags. Advanced technology hub or on or near any other thresholds can vary with specific airbag covering. frontal airbags adjust the restraint vehicle design. according to crash severity. Do not use seat accessories that Frontal airbags are designed to Knee airbags are designed to inflate block the inflation path of a inflate in moderate to severe frontal in moderate to severe frontal or seat-mounted side impact airbag. or near frontal crashes to help near frontal impacts. Knee airbags reduce the potential for severe Never secure anything to the roof are not designed to inflate during injuries, mainly to the driver's or of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags vehicle rollovers, in rear impacts, front outboard passenger's head or in many side impacts. by routing a rope or tie‐down and chest. through any door or window Seat-mounted side impact airbags opening. If you do, the path of an Whether the frontal airbags will or are designed to inflate in moderate inflating roof-rail airbag will be should inflate is not based primarily to severe side crashes depending blocked. on how fast the vehicle is traveling. on the location of the impact. It depends on what you hit, the Seat-mounted side impact airbags direction of the impact, and how are not designed to inflate in frontal When Should an Airbag quickly the vehicle slows down. impacts, near frontal impacts, Inflate? Frontal airbags may inflate at rollovers, or rear impacts. different crash speeds depending on A seat-mounted side impact airbag This vehicle is equipped with whether the vehicle hits an object is designed to inflate on the side of airbags. See Airbag System 0 61. straight on or at an angle, and the vehicle that is struck. Airbags are designed to inflate if the whether the object is fixed or impact exceeds the specific airbag Roof-rail airbags are designed to moving, rigid or deformable, narrow system s deployment threshold. inflate in moderate to severe side ’ or wide. Deployment thresholds are used to crashes depending on the location Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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of the impact. In addition, these How Does an Airbag But airbags would not help in many roof-rail airbags are designed to types of collisions, primarily inflate during a rollover or in a Restrain? because the occupant's motion is severe frontal impact. Roof-rail In moderate to severe frontal or not toward those airbags. See When airbags are not designed to inflate in near frontal collisions, even belted Should an Airbag Inflate? 0 65. rear impacts. Both roof-rail airbags occupants can contact the steering Airbags should never be regarded will inflate when either side of the wheel or the instrument panel. In as anything more than a supplement vehicle is struck or if the sensing moderate to severe side collisions, to safety belts. system predicts that the vehicle is even belted occupants can contact about to roll over on its side, or in a the inside of the vehicle. severe frontal impact. What Will You See after Airbags supplement the protection an Airbag Inflates? In any particular crash, no one can provided by safety belts by say whether an airbag should have distributing the force of the impact After frontal, knee, and inflated simply because of the more evenly over the seat-mounted side impact airbags vehicle damage or repair costs. occupant's body. inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not Rollover capable roof-rail airbags even realize an airbag inflated. What Makes an Airbag are designed to help contain the Roof-rail airbags may still be at least head and chest of occupants in the Inflate? partially inflated for some time after outboard seating positions in the In a deployment event, the sensing they inflate. Some components of first and second rows. The rollover system sends an electrical signal the airbag module may be hot for capable roof-rail airbags are triggering a release of gas from the several minutes. For location of the designed to help reduce the risk of inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbags, see Where Are the full or partial ejection in rollover airbag causing the bag to break out Airbags? 0 63. events, although no system can of the cover. The inflator, the airbag, prevent all such ejections. The parts of the airbag that come and related hardware are all part of into contact with you may be warm, the airbag module. but not too hot to touch. There may For airbag locations, see Where Are be some smoke and dust coming the Airbags? 0 63. from the vents in the deflated airbags. Airbag inflation does not Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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prevent the driver from seeing out of inflate. The feature may also voltage system. When this occurs, the windshield or being able to steer activate, without airbag inflation, the high voltage battery is the vehicle, nor does it prevent after an event that exceeds a disconnected and the vehicle will people from leaving the vehicle. predetermined threshold. You can not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE lock the doors, turn off the interior SOON message in the Driver { Warning lamps, and turn off the hazard Information Center (DIC) will be warning flashers by using the displayed. Before the vehicle can be When an airbag inflates, there controls for those features. operated again, it must be serviced may be dust in the air. This dust at your dealer. could cause breathing problems { Warning In many crashes severe enough to for people with a history of inflate the airbag, windshields are asthma or other breathing trouble. A crash severe enough to inflate broken by vehicle deformation. To avoid this, everyone in the the airbags may have also Additional windshield breakage may vehicle should get out as soon as damaged important functions in also occur from the front outboard it is safe to do so. If you have the vehicle, such as the fuel passenger airbag. system, brake and steering breathing problems but cannot . Airbags are designed to inflate systems, etc. Even if the vehicle get out of the vehicle after an only once. After an airbag appears to be drivable after a airbag inflates, then get fresh air inflates, you will need some new by opening a window or a door. moderate crash, there may be parts for the airbag system. If you experience breathing concealed damage that could If you do not get them, the problems following an airbag make it difficult to safely operate airbag system will not be there deployment, you should seek the vehicle. to help protect you in another medical attention. Use caution if you should attempt crash. A new system will include to restart the engine after a crash airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual The vehicle has a feature that may has occurred. for the vehicle covers the need automatically unlock the doors, turn to replace other parts. on the interior lamps, turn on the If an airbag inflates or the vehicle hazard warning flashers, and shut has been in a crash, the sensing off the fuel system after the airbags system may shut down the high Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. The vehicle has a crash sensing The words ON and OFF will be Never put a rear-facing child seat in and diagnostic module which visible during the system check. the front. This is because the risk to records information after a When the system check is the rear-facing child is so great, crash. See Vehicle Data complete, either the word ON or if the airbag inflates. Recording and Privacy 0 345 OFF will be visible. See Passenger and Event Data Airbag Status Indicator 0 108. { Warning 0 Recorders 345. The passenger sensing system . Let only qualified technicians turns off the front outboard A child in a rear-facing child work on the airbag systems. passenger frontal airbag and knee restraint can be seriously injured Improper service can mean that airbag, under certain conditions. No or killed if the passenger frontal an airbag system will not work other airbag is affected by the airbag inflates. This is because properly. See your dealer for passenger sensing system. the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to service. The passenger sensing system the inflating airbag. A child in a works with sensors that are part of Passenger Sensing the front outboard passenger seat. forward-facing child restraint can System The sensors are designed to detect be seriously injured or killed if the the presence of a properly seated passenger frontal airbag inflates The vehicle has a passenger occupant and determine if the front and the passenger seat is in a sensing system for the front outboard passenger frontal airbag forward position. outboard passenger position. The and knee airbag should be allowed passenger airbag status indicator Even if the passenger sensing to inflate or not. will light on the overhead console system has turned off the front when the vehicle is started. According to accident statistics, outboard passenger airbag(s), no children are safer when properly system is fail-safe. No one can secured in a rear seat in a correct guarantee that an airbag will not child restraint for their weight deploy under some unusual and size. circumstance, even though the Whenever possible, children aged airbag(s) are off. 12 and under should be secured in (Continued) a rear seating position. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. There is a critical problem with depending upon the person’s Warning (Continued) the airbag system or the seating posture and body build. passenger sensing system. Everyone in the vehicle who has Never put a rear-facing child When the passenger sensing outgrown child restraints should restraint in the front seat, even if wear a safety belt properly — the airbag is off. If securing a system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag whether or not there is an airbag for forward-facing child restraint in that person. the front outboard passenger and knee airbag, the off indicator seat, always move the seat as far will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbags are off. See { Warning back as it will go. It is better to Passenger Airbag Status secure child restraints in the rear Indicator 0 108. If the airbag readiness light ever seat. Consider using another comes on and stays on, it means vehicle to transport the child The passenger sensing system is that something may be wrong when a rear seat is not available. designed to turn on the front with the airbag system. To help outboard passenger frontal airbag avoid injury to yourself or others, and knee airbag anytime the system have the vehicle serviced right The passenger sensing system is senses that a person of adult size is designed to turn off the front away. See Airbag Readiness sitting properly in the front outboard 0 outboard passenger airbag and passenger seat. Light 107 for more information, knee airbag if: including important safety When the passenger sensing information. . The front outboard passenger system has allowed the airbags to seat is unoccupied. be enabled, the on indicator will light . The system determines that an and stay lit as a reminder that the If the On Indicator Is Lit for a infant is present in a child airbags are active. Child Restraint restraint. For some children, including The passenger sensing system is . A front outboard passenger children in child restraints, and for designed to turn off the front takes his/her weight off of the very small adults, the passenger outboard passenger frontal airbag seat for a period of time. sensing system may or may not turn and knee airbag if the system off the front outboard passenger determines that an infant is present frontal airbag and knee airbag, Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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in a child restraint. If a child restraint Also make sure the child If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an has been installed and the on restraint is not trapped under Adult-Sized Occupant indicator is lit: the vehicle head restraint. 1. Turn the vehicle off. If this happens, adjust the head restraint. See Head 2. Remove the child restraint from Restraints 0 49. the vehicle. 6. Restart the vehicle. 3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, The passenger sensing system cushions, seat covers, seat may or may not turn off the heaters, or seat massagers. airbags for a child in a child restraint depending upon the 4. Reinstall the child restraint child’s size. It is better to following the directions secure the child restraint in a provided by the child restraint rear seat. Never put a manufacturer and refer to rear-facing child restraint in the Securing Child Restraints front seat, even if the on If a person of adult size is sitting in (Front Passenger Seat) 0 89 or indicator is not lit. the front outboard passenger seat, Securing Child Restraints but the off indicator is lit, it could be (Rear Seat) 0 87. because that person is not sitting 5. If, after reinstalling the child properly in the seat. Use the restraint and restarting the following steps to allow the system vehicle, the on indicator is still to detect that person and enable the lit, turn the vehicle off. Then front outboard passenger frontal slightly recline the vehicle airbag and knee airbag: seatback and adjust the seat 1. Turn the vehicle off. cushion, if adjustable, to make 2. Remove any additional material sure that the vehicle seatback from the seat, such as is not pushing the child blankets, cushions, seat restraint into the seat cushion. covers, seat heaters, or seat Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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massagers. Also, remove Additional Factors Affecting A wet seat can affect the laptops, or other electronic System Operation performance of the passenger devices. sensing system. Here is how: Safety belts help keep the 3. Place the seatback in the fully passenger in position on the seat . The passenger sensing system upright position. during vehicle maneuvers and may turn off the passenger 4. Have the person sit upright in braking, which helps the passenger frontal airbag and passenger the seat, centered on the seat sensing system maintain the knee airbag when liquid is cushion, with legs comfortably passenger airbag status. See soaked into the seat. If this extended. “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” happens, the off indicator will be in the Index for additional lit, and the airbag readiness light 5. Restart the vehicle and have information about the importance of on the instrument panel will also the person remain in this proper restraint use. be lit. position for two to three minutes after the on A thick layer of additional material, . Liquid pooled on the seat that indicator is lit. such as a blanket or cushion, has not soaked in may make it or aftermarket equipment such as more likely that the passenger sensing system will turn on the { Warning seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag while a If the front outboard passenger passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you child restraint or child occupant airbag is turned off for an is on the seat. If the passenger adult-sized occupant, the airbag not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment except when frontal airbag and passenger will not be able to inflate and help approved by GM for your specific knee airbag are turned on, the protect that person in a crash, vehicle. See Adding Equipment to on indicator will be lit. resulting in an increased risk of the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 72 If the passenger seat gets wet, dry serious injury or even death. An for more information about adult-sized occupant should not the seat immediately. If the airbag modifications that can affect how readiness light is lit, do not install a ride in the front outboard the system operates. child restraint or allow anyone to passenger seat, if the passenger airbag off indicator is lit. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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occupy the seat. See Airbag vehicle and the airbag system. To The operation of the airbag system Readiness Light 0 107 for important purchase a service manual, see can also be affected by changing safety information. Service Publications Ordering any parts of the front seats, safety 0 The on indicator may be lit if an Information 342. belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic object, such as a briefcase, module, steering wheel, instrument handbag, grocery bag, laptop, { Warning panel, any of the airbag modules, or other electronic device, is put on ceiling or pillar garnish trim, an unoccupied seat. If this is not For up to 10 seconds after the overhead console, front sensors, desired, remove the object from vehicle is turned off and the 12‐ side impact sensors, rollover sensor the seat. volt battery is disconnected, an module, or airbag wiring. airbag can still inflate during Your dealer and the service manual { Warning improper service. You can be have information about the location injured if you are close to an of the airbag sensors, sensing and Stowing of articles under the airbag when it inflates. Avoid diagnostic module, and airbag passenger seat or between the yellow connectors. They are wiring. passenger seat cushion and probably part of the airbag In addition, the vehicle has a seatback may interfere with the system. Be sure to follow proper passenger sensing system that proper operation of the passenger service procedures, and make includes sensors as part of the front sensing system. sure the person performing work outboard passenger seat. The for you is qualified to do so. passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat Servicing the trim is replaced with non-GM Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Adding Equipment to the covers, upholstery, or trim; or with Airbag-Equipped Vehicle GM covers, upholstery, or trim Airbags affect how the vehicle designed for a different vehicle. Any should be serviced. There are parts Adding accessories that change the object, such as an aftermarket seat of the airbag system in several vehicle's frame, bumper system, heater or a comfort-enhancing pad places around the vehicle. Your height, front end, or side sheet or device, installed under or on top dealer and the service manual have metal may keep the airbag system of the seat fabric, could also information about servicing the from working properly. interfere with the operation of the Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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passenger sensing system. This Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger The airbag system does not need Parts after a Crash airbag(s) or prevent the passenger regularly scheduled maintenance or sensing system from properly replacement. Make sure the airbag { Warning turning off the passenger airbag(s). readiness light is working. See 0 See Passenger Sensing Airbag Readiness Light 107. A crash can damage the airbag System 0 68. systems in the vehicle. Caution A damaged airbag system may If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail not work properly and may not airbags, see Different Size Tires If an airbag covering is damaged, protect you and your and Wheels 0 279 for additional opened, or broken, the airbag passenger(s) in a crash, resulting important information. may not work properly. Do not in serious injury or even death. To If you have to modify your vehicle open or break the airbag help make sure the airbag because you have a disability and coverings. If there are any systems are working properly you have questions about whether opened or broken airbag after a crash, have them the modifications will affect the coverings, have the airbag inspected and any necessary vehicle's airbag system, or if you covering and/or airbag module replacements made as soon as have questions about whether the replaced. For the location of the possible. airbag system will be affected if the airbags, see Where Are the vehicle is modified for any other Airbags? 0 63. See your dealer reason, call Customer Assistance. If an airbag inflates, you will need to for service. See Customer Assistance replace airbag system parts. See Offices 0 335. your dealer for service. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 107. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

74 Seats and Restraints Child Restraints . Sit all the way back on the seat. It should never be worn over the Do the knees bend at the seat abdomen, which could cause edge? If yes, continue. If no, severe or even fatal internal Older Children return to the booster seat. injuries in a crash. . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. According to accident statistics, Does the shoulder belt rest on children are safer when properly the shoulder? If yes, continue. restrained in a rear seating position. If no, return to the booster seat. In a crash, children who are not . Does the lap belt fit low and buckled up can strike other people snug on the hips, touching the who are buckled up, or can be thighs? If yes, continue. If no, thrown out of the vehicle. Older return to the booster seat. children need to use safety belts . Can proper safety belt fit be properly. maintained for the length of the trip? If yes, continue. If no, { Warning return to the booster seat. Older children who have outgrown Never allow more than one child Q: What is the proper way to to wear the same safety belt. The booster seats should wear the wear safety belts? vehicle safety belts. safety belt cannot properly spread A: An older child should wear a the impact forces. In a crash, they The manufacturer's instructions that lap-shoulder belt and get the can be crushed together and come with the booster seat state the additional restraint a shoulder seriously injured. A safety belt weight and height limitations for that belt can provide. The shoulder must be used by only one person booster. Use a booster seat with a belt should not cross the face or at a time. lap-shoulder belt until the child neck. The lap belt should fit passes the fit test below: snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. This applies belt force to the child's pelvic bones in a crash. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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restraints. In fact, the law in every Warning (Continued) state in the United States and in every Canadian province says That could cause serious or fatal children up to some age must be injuries. The shoulder belt should restrained while in a vehicle. go over the shoulder and across the chest. { Warning

Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck. The shoulder belt can tighten but cannot be loosened if it is locked. { Warning The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the Never allow a child to wear the retractor. It unlocks when the safety belt with the shoulder belt shoulder belt is allowed to go all behind their back. A child can be the way back into the retractor, seriously injured by not wearing but it cannot do this if it is the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a wrapped around a child’s neck. crash, the child would not be If the shoulder belt is locked and restrained by the shoulder belt. tightened around a child’s neck, The child could move too far Infants and Young the only way to loosen the belt is forward increasing the chance of Children to cut it. head and neck injury. The child Everyone in a vehicle needs might also slide under the lap protection! This includes infants and Never leave children unattended belt. The belt force would then be all other children. Neither the in a vehicle and never allow applied right on the abdomen. distance traveled nor the age and children to play with the safety (Continued) size of the traveler changes the belts. need, for everyone, to use safety Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people, or can be thrown out of the vehicle.

{ Warning Q: What are the different types of Never hold an infant or a child { Warning add-on child restraints? while riding in a vehicle. Due to Children who are up against, A: Add-on child restraints, which crash forces, an infant or a child or very close to, any airbag when are purchased by the vehicle will become so heavy it is not it inflates can be seriously injured owner, are available in four basic possible to hold it during a crash. or killed. Never put a rear-facing types. Selection of a particular For example, in a crash at only child restraint in the front restraint should take into consideration not only the child's 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) outboard seat. Secure a weight, height, and age but also infant will suddenly become a rear-facing child restraint in a rear whether or not the restraint will 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's seat. It is also better to secure a arms. An infant should be be compatible with the motor forward-facing child restraint in a vehicle in which it will be used. secured in an appropriate rear seat. If you must secure a restraint. forward-facing child restraint in the front outboard seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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For most basic types of child Child Restraint Systems restraints, there are many { Warning different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be A young child's hip bones are still sure it is designed to be used in so small that the vehicle's regular a motor vehicle. If it is, the safety belt may not remain low on restraint will have a label saying the hip bones, as it should. that it meets federal motor Instead, it may settle up around vehicle safety standards. the child's abdomen. In a crash, The restraint manufacturer the belt would apply force on a instructions that come with the body area that is unprotected by restraint state the weight and any bony structure. This alone height limitations for a particular could cause serious or fatal child restraint. In addition, there injuries. To reduce the risk of are many kinds of restraints serious or fatal injuries during a Rear-Facing Infant Seat available for children with crash, young children should A rear-facing infant seat provides special needs. always be secured in appropriate restraint with the seating surface child restraints. against the back of the infant. { Warning The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to To reduce the risk of neck and keep the infant positioned in the head injury in a crash, infants and restraint. toddlers should be secured in a rear-facing child restraint until age two, or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual.

To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured Forward-Facing Child Seat Booster Seats in the vehicle. Child restraint A forward-facing child seat provides A booster seat is a child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle restraint for the child's body with the designed to improve the fit of the seats by lap belts or the lap belt harness. vehicle's safety belt system. portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by A booster seat can also help a child the LATCH system. See Lower to see out the window. Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 80. Children can Securing an Add-On Child be endangered in a crash if the child Restraint in the Vehicle restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. { Warning When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions A child can be seriously injured or that come with the restraint which killed in a crash if the child may be on the restraint itself or in a restraint is not properly secured in booklet, or both, and to this manual. the vehicle. Secure the child The child restraint instructions are (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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important, so if they are not Securing the Child Within the available, obtain a replacement Child Restraint { Warning copy from the manufacturer. A child in a rear-facing child Keep in mind that an unsecured { Warning restraint can be seriously injured child restraint can move around in a or killed if the front passenger A child can be seriously injured or collision or sudden stop and injure airbag inflates. This is because killed in a crash if the child is not people in the vehicle. Be sure to the back of the rear-facing child properly secured in the child properly secure any child restraint in restraint would be very close to the vehicle even when no child is restraint. Secure the child — the inflating airbag. A child in a in it. properly following the instructions forward-facing child restraint can that came with that child restraint. In some areas of the United States be seriously injured or killed if the and Canada, Certified Child front passenger airbag inflates Passenger Safety Technicians Where to Put the and the passenger seat is in a (CPSTs) are available to inspect forward position. and demonstrate how to correctly Restraint Even if the passenger sensing use and install child restraints. In According to accident statistics, the U.S., refer to the National children and infants are safer when system has turned off the front Highway Traffic Safety properly restrained in a child passenger frontal airbag, no Administration (NHTSA) website to restraint system or infant restraint system is fail-safe. No one can locate the nearest child safety seat system secured in a rear seating guarantee that an airbag will not inspection station. For CPST position. deploy under some unusual availability in Canada, check with circumstance, even though it is Transport Canada or the Provincial Whenever possible, children aged turned off. Ministry of Transportation office. 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position. Secure rear-facing child restraints in a rear seat, even if the airbag Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to is off. If you secure a the rear-facing child is so great if the forward-facing child restraint in airbag deploys. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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positions should not be used if the In order to use the LATCH system in Warning (Continued) child restraint prevents access to or your vehicle, you need a child interferes with the routing of the restraint that has LATCH the front seat, always move the safety belt. attachments. LATCH-compatible front passenger seat as far back Wherever a child restraint is rear-facing and forward-facing child as it will go. It is better to secure seats can be properly installed the child restraint in a rear seat. installed, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. using either the LATCH anchors or See Passenger Sensing System the vehicle’s safety belts. Do not 0 68 for additional information. Keep in mind that an unsecured use both the safety belts and the child restraint can move around in a LATCH anchorage system to secure collision or sudden stop and injure a rear-facing or forward-facing When securing a child restraint in a people in the vehicle. Be sure to child seat. rear seating position, study the properly secure any child restraint in Booster seats use the vehicle s instructions that came with the child the vehicle — even when no child is ’ restraint to make sure it is in it. safety belts to secure the child in compatible with this vehicle. the booster seat. If the manufacturer recommends that the booster seat Child restraints and booster seats Lower Anchors and be secured with the LATCH system, vary considerably in size, and some Tethers for Children this can be done as long as the may fit in certain seating positions (LATCH System) booster seat can be positioned better than others. Do not install a properly and there is no interference child restraint in the rear center The LATCH system secures a child with the proper positioning of the seating position if it cannot be restraint during driving or in a crash. lap-shoulder belt on the child. installed securely. LATCH attachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child Make sure to follow the instructions Depending on where you place the restraint to the anchors in the that came with the child restraint, child restraint and the size of the vehicle. The LATCH system is and also the instructions in this child restraint, you may not be able designed to make installation of a manual. to access adjacent safety belt child restraint easier. assemblies or LATCH anchors for When installing a child restraint with additional passengers or child a top tether, you must also use restraints. Adjacent seating either the lower anchors or the Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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safety belts to properly secure the Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor child restraint. A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether. The LATCH anchorage system can be used until the combined weight of the child plus the child restraint is 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the safety belt alone instead of the LATCH anchorage system once the combined weight is more than 29.5 kg (65 lbs). The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in the vehicle. Lower anchors (1) are metal bars A top tether (3, 4) anchors the top of built into the vehicle. There are two the child restraint to the vehicle. Not all vehicle seating positions or lower anchors for each LATCH A top tether anchor is built into the child restraints have lower anchors seating position that will vehicle. The top tether and attachments or top tether accommodate a child restraint with attachment (2) on the child restraint anchors and attachments. In this lower attachments (2). connects to the top tether anchor in case, the safety belt must be used the vehicle in order to reduce the (with top tether where available) to forward movement and rotation of secure the child restraint. See the child restraint during driving or in Securing Child Restraints (Front a crash. Passenger Seat) 0 89 or Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat) 0 87. The child restraint may have a single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Some child restraints that have a H : Seating positions with two top tether are designed for use with lower anchors. 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 Top Tether Anchors restraint. To assist in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with The top tether anchors for outboard Lower Anchor and Top Tether lower anchors has two labels, near rear seating positions are on the Anchor Locations the crease between the seatback back of the rear seatback. Be sure and the seat cushion. to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if To assist in locating the top tether the instructions that come with the anchors, the top tether anchor child restraint say that the top tether symbol is near the top tether must be attached. anchor. According to accident statistics, Rear Seat children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child I : Seating positions with top restraint system or infant restraint tether anchors. system secured in a rear seating Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 79 for additional { Warning Warning (Continued) information. To reduce the risk of serious or wrapped around a child’s neck. Securing a Child Restraint fatal injuries during a crash, do If the shoulder belt is locked and Designed for the LATCH not attach more than one child tightened around a child’s neck, System restraint to a single anchor. the only way to loosen the belt is Attaching more than one child to cut it. { Warning restraint to a single anchor could Buckle any unused safety belts cause the anchor or attachment behind the child restraint so If a LATCH-type child restraint is to come loose or even break children cannot reach them. Pull not attached to anchors, the child during a crash. A child or others the shoulder belt all the way out restraint will not be able to protect could be injured. of the retractor to set the lock, the child correctly. In a crash, the and tighten the belt behind the child could be seriously injured or child restraint after the child killed. Install a LATCH-type child { Warning restraint has been installed. restraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle's Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is safety belts to secure the Caution restraint, following the instructions wrapped around their neck. The that came with the child restraint shoulder belt can tighten but Do not let the LATCH and the instructions in this cannot be loosened if it is locked. attachments rub against the The shoulder belt locks when it is manual. vehicle’s safety belts. This may pulled all the way out of the damage these parts. If necessary, retractor. It unlocks when the move buckled safety belts to shoulder belt is allowed to go all avoid rubbing the LATCH the way back into the retractor, attachments. but it cannot do this if it is (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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seating position does not have if equipped. Refer to the child Caution (Continued) lower anchors, secure the child restraint instructions and the restraint with the top tether and following steps: Do not fold the rear seatback the safety belts. Refer to your 2.1. Find the top tether anchor when the seat is occupied. Do not child restraint manufacturer fold the empty rear seat with a on the back of the rear instructions and the seatback. safety belt buckled. This could instructions in this manual. damage the safety belt or the 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten seat. Unbuckle and return the 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the top tether according to the desired seating safety belt to its stowed position, your child restraint position. before folding the seat. instructions and the 1.2. Put the child restraint on following instructions: the seat. If you need to secure more than one child restraint in the rear seat, see If the head restraint Where to Put the Restraint 0 79. interferes with the proper installation of the child This system is designed to make restraint, adjust the head the installation of child restraints restraint upward. easier. When using lower anchors, do not use the vehicle's safety belts. 1.3. Attach and tighten the Instead, use the vehicle's anchors lower attachments on the and child restraint attachments to child restraint to the lower secure the restraints. Some anchors. If the position you are restraints also use another vehicle 2. If the child restraint using does not have a anchor to secure a top tether. manufacturer recommends that headrest or head restraint, 1. Attach and tighten the lower the top tether be attached, or the headrest or head attachments to the lower attach and tighten the top restraint has been anchors. If the child restraint tether to the top tether anchor, removed, and you are does not have lower attachments or the desired Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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using a single tether, route using a single tether, raise the tether over the the head restraint and seatback. route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts. 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To If the rear outboard check, grasp the child restraint seating position you are at the LATCH path and attempt using has an adjustable to move it side to side and head restraint and you are back and forth. There should If the position you are using a dual tether, route be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) using does not have a the tether around the head of movement for proper headrest or head restraint, restraint. installation. or the headrest or head restraint has been Head Restraint Removal and removed, and you are Reinstallation using a dual tether, route The rear outboard head restraints the tether over the can be removed, but this is not seatback. required for child restraint installation. To remove the head restraint: 1. Partially fold the seatback If the rear outboard forward. seating position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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If necessary, press the height Warning (Continued) adjustment release button to further lower the head restraint. occupants will suffer a neck/ See Head Restraints 0 49. spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for 3. Try to move the head restraint all occupants are installed and to make sure that it is locked in adjusted properly. place. Replacing LATCH System To reinstall the head restraint: Parts After a Crash

2. Press both buttons on the head { Warning restraint posts at the same A crash can damage the LATCH time, and pull up on the head system in the vehicle. A damaged restraint. LATCH system may not properly 3. Store the head restraint in the secure the child restraint, cargo area of the vehicle. resulting in serious injury or even 4. Reinstall the head restraint death in a crash. To help make before the seating position sure the LATCH system is is used. working properly after a crash, see your dealer to have the { Warning 1. Insert the head restraint posts system inspected and any into the holes in the top of the necessary replacements made as With head restraints that are not seatback. The notches on the soon as possible. installed and adjusted properly, posts must face the driver side there is a greater chance that of the vehicle. (Continued) 2. Push the head restraint down. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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If the vehicle has the LATCH system Do not secure a child seat in a and it was being used during a position without a top tether anchor crash, new LATCH system parts if a national or local law requires may be needed. that the top tether be anchored, or if New parts and repairs may be the instructions that come with the necessary even if the LATCH child restraint say that the top strap system was not being used at the must be anchored. time of the crash. If the child restraint or vehicle seat position does not have the LATCH Securing Child Restraints system, you will be using the safety (Rear Seat) belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the When securing a child restraint in a instructions that came with the child 3. Push the latch plate into the rear seating position, study the restraint. Secure the child in the buckle until it clicks. instructions that came with the child child restraint when and as the restraint to make sure it is instructions say. Position the release button on compatible with this vehicle. the buckle so that the safety If more than one child restraint belt could be quickly unbuckled If the child restraint has the LATCH needs to be installed in the rear if necessary. system, see Lower Anchors and seat, be sure to read Where to Put Tethers for Children (LATCH the Restraint 0 79. System) 0 80 for how and where to 1. Put the child restraint on install the child restraint using the seat. LATCH. If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run safety belt and it uses a top tether, the lap and shoulder portions see Lower Anchors and Tethers for of the vehicle's safety belt Children (LATCH System) 0 80 for through or around the restraint. top tether anchor locations. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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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 80 for more information. 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the 5. To tighten the belt, push down at the safety belt path and way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the attempt to move it side to side the lock. When the retractor shoulder portion of the belt to and back and forth. When the lock is set, the belt can be tighten the lap portion of the child restraint is properly tightened but not pulled out of belt, and feed the shoulder belt installed, there should be no the retractor. back into the retractor. When more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of installing a forward-facing child movement. restraint, it may be helpful to To remove the child restraint, use your knee to push down on unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and the child restraint as you let it return to the stowed position. tighten the belt. If the top tether is attached to a top Try to pull the belt out of the tether anchor, disconnect it. retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Securing Child Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) (Front Passenger Seat) This vehicle has airbags. A rear passenger frontal airbag inflates. back as it will go. It is better to seat is a safer place to secure a This is because the back of the secure the child restraint in a forward-facing child restraint. See rear-facing child restraint would rear seat. Where to Put the Restraint 0 79. be very close to the inflating See Passenger Sensing System airbag. A child in a forward-facing 0 68 for additional information. In addition, the vehicle has a child restraint can be seriously passenger sensing system which is injured or killed if the front designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag If the child restraint uses a top outboard passenger frontal airbag inflates and the passenger seat is tether, see Lower Anchors and and passenger knee airbag under in a forward position. Tethers for Children (LATCH certain conditions. See Passenger System) 0 80 for top tether anchor Sensing System 0 68 and Even if the passenger sensing locations. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator system has turned off the front Do not secure a child seat in a 0 108 for more information, outboard passenger airbag(s), no position without a top tether anchor including important safety system is fail-safe. No one can information. if a national or local law requires guarantee that an airbag will not that the top tether be anchored, or if Never put a rear-facing child seat in inflate under some unusual the instructions that come with the the front. This is because the risk to circumstance, even though the child restraint say that the top strap the rear-facing child is so great, airbag(s) are off. must be anchored. if the airbag deploys. Secure rear-facing child restraints In Canada, the law requires that in a rear seat, even if the forward-facing child restraints have { Warning airbag(s) are off. If you secure a a top tether, and that the tether be forward-facing child restraint in A child in a rear-facing child attached. the front outboard passenger restraint can be seriously injured seat, always move the seat as far or killed if the front outboard (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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When using the lap-shoulder belt to Position the release button on secure the child restraint in this the buckle so that the safety position, follow the instructions that belt could be quickly unbuckled came with the child restraint and the if necessary. following instructions: 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and passenger knee airbag, the off indicator on the Tilt the latch plate to adjust the passenger airbag status belt if needed. indicator should light and stay lit when you start the vehicle. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 108. 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set 2. Put the child restraint on the lock. When the retractor the seat. lock is set, the belt can be 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run tightened but not pulled out of the lap and shoulder portions the retractor. of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbags are off, the off 6. To tighten the belt, push down indicator in the passenger airbag on the child restraint, pull the status indicator will come on and shoulder portion of the belt to stay on when the vehicle is started. tighten the lap portion of the If a child restraint has been installed belt, and feed the shoulder belt and the on indicator is lit, see “If the back into the retractor. When On Indicator Is Lit for a Child installing a forward-facing child Restraint” under Passenger Sensing restraint, it may be helpful to System 0 68 for more information. use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you To remove the child restraint, tighten the belt. unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

92 Storage Storage Storage Rear Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ...... 92 { Warning Glove Box ...... 92 Rear Storage ...... 92 Do not store heavy or sharp Center Console Storage ...... 93 objects in storage compartments. In a crash, these objects may Additional Storage Features cause the cover to open and Cargo Cover ...... 93 could result in injury.

Glove Box Open the glove box by lifting up on There is storage in the rear. Turn the lever. the handle horizontal to open. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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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. There is a cover for the rear cargo area. Use the four cargo cover There is storage under the armrest. loops to hook the cover to the side Press the button and lift to access. { Warning panels. Do not place objects on the cargo cover. Sudden stops or turns can cause objects to be thrown in the vehicle. You or others could be injured. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Passenger Airbag Status High-Beam On Light ...... 115 Instruments and Indicator ...... 108 Lamps On Reminder ...... 116 Controls Charging System Light (12-Volt Cruise Control Light ...... 116 Battery) ...... 108 Door Ajar Light ...... 116 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Information Displays Controls (Check Engine Light) ...... 109 Brake System Warning Center Stack Display ...... 116 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 95 Power Flows ...... 117 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 95 Light ...... 110 Electric Parking Brake Programmable Charging ...... 118 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 95 Energy Information ...... 127 Horn ...... 96 Light ...... 111 Service Electric Parking Brake Driver Information Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 96 Center (DIC) ...... 128 Compass ...... 97 Light ...... 111 Clock ...... 97 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Vehicle Messages Power Outlets ...... 98 Warning Light ...... 111 Vehicle Messages ...... 130 Wireless Charging ...... 98 Sport Mode Light ...... 112 Battery and Charging Mountain Mode Light ...... 112 Messages ...... 130 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Hold Mode Light ...... 112 Brake System Messages . . . . . 131 Indicators Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Compass Messages ...... 131 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Light ...... 112 Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 131 Indicators ...... 100 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 113 Door Ajar Messages ...... 131 Instrument Cluster ...... 100 Traction Off Light ...... 113 ® Electric Drive Unit Speedometer ...... 103 StabiliTrak OFF Light ...... 113 Messages ...... 132 Odometer ...... 104 Traction Control System (TCS)/ ® Engine Cooling System Trip Odometer ...... 104 StabiliTrak Light ...... 113 Messages ...... 132 Battery Gauge (High Engine Coolant Temperature Engine Oil Messages ...... 132 Voltage) ...... 104 Warning Light ...... 114 Fuel System Messages ...... 133 Fuel Gauge ...... 104 Tire Pressure Light ...... 114 Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 133 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...... 105 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . . 114 Lamp Messages ...... 134 Power Indicator Gauge ...... 106 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 115 Object Detection System Safety Belt Reminders ...... 106 Security Light ...... 115 Messages ...... 134 Airbag Readiness Light ...... 107 Vehicle Ready Light ...... 115 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Instruments and Controls 95 Propulsion Power Controls Steering Wheel Controls Messages ...... 136 Ride Control System The infotainment system can be Messages ...... 136 Steering Wheel operated by using the steering Airbag System Messages . . . . 137 Adjustment wheel controls. See "Steering Security Messages ...... 137 Wheel Controls" in the infotainment Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 137 manual. Starting the Vehicle Messages ...... 137 Heated Steering Wheel Tire Messages ...... 138 Vehicle Reminder Messages ...... 138 Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 138 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization ...... 139

To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. ( : If equipped, press to turn on or 3. Pull or push the steering wheel off. A light on the button displays closer or away from you. when the feature is turned on. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the The steering wheel takes about steering wheel in place. three minutes to start heating. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Horn stop until the motor cools and the wiper control is turned off. See Press a on the steering wheel pad Electrical System Overload 0 253. to sound the horn. Wiper Parking Windshield Wiper/Washer If the vehicle is turned to STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF while the wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they will immediately stop. INT : Move the lever up to INT for If the windshield wiper lever is then intermittent wipes, then turn the moved to OFF before the driver band up for more frequent wipes or door is opened or within 10 minutes, down for less frequent wipes. the wipers will restart and move to OFF : Use to turn the wipers off. the base of the windshield. 1X : For a single wipe, briefly move If the vehicle is turned to the lever down. For several wipes, STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF The windshield wiper/washer lever hold the lever down. while the wipers are performing is on the side of the steering wipes due to windshield washing, column. With the ignition in ACC/ Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and windshield before using the wipers continue to run until they ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, move reach the base of the windshield. the windshield wiper lever to select them. If frozen to the windshield, the wiper speed. carefully loosen or thaw them. f : Pull the windshield wiper Damaged blades should be lever toward you to spray windshield HI : Use for fast wipes. replaced. See Wiper Blade washer fluid and activate the wipers. LO : Use for slow wipes. Replacement 0 249. The wipers will continue until the Heavy snow or ice can overload the lever is released or the maximum wiper motor. If the wiper motor wash time is reached. When the overheats, the windshield wipers will lever is released, additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield washer had been Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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activated. See Washer Fluid 0 244 GPS signal. The compass system If auto timing is set, the time for information on filling the will automatically determine when a displayed on the clock may not windshield washer fluid reservoir. GPS signal is restored and provide update immediately when driving a heading again. See Compass into a new time zone. 0 { Warning Messages 131 for the messages To set the date: that may be displayed for the In freezing weather, do not use compass. 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home the washer until the windshield is Page, then touch Time warmed. Otherwise the washer Clock and Date. fluid can form ice on the 2. Touch Set Date, then touch « windshield, blocking your vision. Setting the Time and Date or to increase or decrease To set the time: ª month, day, or year. Compass 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home Page, then touch Time 3. Touch S to go back to the The vehicle may have a compass and Date. previous menu. display on the Driver Information To set the clock display: Center (DIC). The compass receives 2. Touch Set Time, then touch « its heading and other information or ª to increase or decrease 1. Touch SETTINGS on the Home from the Global Positioning hours, minutes, and AM or PM. Page, then touch Time System (GPS) antenna, Touch 12 24 Hr for 12 or and Date. ® – StabiliTrak , and vehicle speed 24 hour clock. 2. Touch Clock Display, then information. touch Off or On to turn the 3. Touch S to go back to the The compass system is designed to clock display off or on. previous menu. operate for a certain number of S miles or degrees of turn before Auto Set requires an active 3. Touch to go back to the needing a signal from the GPS connection to OnStar. previous menu. satellites. When the compass display shows CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in an open area where it can receive a Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Power Outlets When adding electrical equipment, To check for phone or other device be sure to follow the installation compatibility: The accessory power outlets can be instructions included with the used to plug in electrical equipment, . In the U.S., see equipment. See Add-On Electrical my.chevrolet.com/learn. such as a cell phone or MP3 player. Equipment 0 225. There are two accessory power . In Canada, see outlets: Caution gmtotalconnect.ca. . In the storage area below the . Or, see your dealer for details. Hanging heavy equipment from climate control system. the power outlet can cause { Warning . On the rear of the front console damage not covered by the armrest. vehicle warranty. The power Wireless charging can affect the The power outlets supply power outlets are designed for operation of an implanted while the vehicle is on, or if the accessory power plugs only, such pacemaker or other medical vehicle is in Retained Accessory as cell phone charge cords. devices. If you have one, it is Power (RAP). See Retained recommended to consult with Accessory Power (RAP) 0 175. Wireless Charging your doctor before using the Lift the cover to access and replace wireless charging system. when not in use. The vehicle may have a wireless charging pocket inside the armrest The vehicle must be in ON/RUN, Certain accessory plugs may not be of the center console. The system ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained compatible with the accessory wirelessly charges one PMA or Qi Accessory Power (RAP). The power outlet and could overload compatible mobile device. vehicle or adapter fuses. If a wireless charging feature may not problem is experienced, see your correctly indicate charging when the dealer. vehicle is in RAP. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 175. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The operating temperature is −20 °C 2. With the mobile device screen (−4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the facing the rear of the vehicle, charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to slowly insert the device into the 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone. charging pocket until } displays on the infotainment { Warning screen. This indicates that the mobile device is properly Remove all metal objects from the positioned and charging. If a charging pocket before charging phone is inserted into the your mobile device. Metal objects, pocket and } does not such as coins, keys, rings, display, remove the phone from or paper clips, between the phone the pocket, turn 180 degrees and the charger will become very To charge a mobile device: and wait three seconds before hot. On the rare occasion that the inserting the phone into the charging system does not detect 1. Remove all objects from the charging pocket. The system pocket again. a metal object, and the object may not charge if there are any gets wedged between the phone objects in the charging pocket. and the charger, remove the phone and allow the metallic object to cool before removing it from the charging pocket, to prevent burns. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

100 Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Instrument Cluster Gauges, and The instrument cluster displays a preview of information that includes Indicators electric range, charging, odometer, Warning lights and gauges can and battery status. This happens signal that something is wrong upon entry when the driver door is before it becomes serious enough opened before starting the vehicle. to cause an expensive repair or The CHARGING OVERRIDE/ replacement. Paying attention to the INTERRUPTION OCCURRED warning lights and gauges could message may display to indicate prevent injury. that a charging override or Some warning lights come on briefly interruption has occurred due to one when the propulsion system is or more of the following events: started to indicate they are working. . Override of the charge settings When one of the warning lights by the owner using OnStar. comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges . Unintended interruption of AC shows there may be a problem, power at the vehicle's check the section that explains what charge port. to do. Waiting to do repairs can be . Interruption of charging by the costly and even dangerous. utility company using OnStar as authorized by the vehicle owner. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Reconfigurable Instrument the selection. Press V to select Cluster the desired cluster There are four instrument cluster configuration. display configurations to choose 4. Exit the Display Layout menu from: Classic, Modern, Classic by pressing o. Enhanced, or Modern Enhanced. Cluster Menu There is an interactive display area Modern Enhanced in the center of the instrument Use the five-way control on the right cluster. side of the steering wheel to move between the different display zones and scroll through the different displays. Classic and Modern To change the cluster configuration: 1. Press o to access the cluster applications. 2. Use w or x to scroll through the list until Display Layout is highlighted. Then press V to select it. 3. Each layout in the menu is Use the right steering wheel control to open and scroll through the Classic Enhanced represented by a small preview image of the display layout. different items and displays. Scroll up or down and highlight Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Press o to access the cluster recent calls or scroll through displayed. Press w or x to adjust contacts. If there is an active call, applications. Use or to scroll the value. Press V to set the speed. w x mute the phone or switch to handset through the list of applications. operation. Once the speed is set, this feature . Info. This is where you can view can be turned off by pressing V Navigation the Driver Information Center while viewing this page. If the (DIC) displays. See Driver If there is no active route, a selected speed limit is exceeded, a Information Center (DIC) 0 128. compass will be displayed. If there pop-up warning is displayed with a chime. . Audio is an active route, press p to end route guidance or turn the voice V . Phone Tutorial : Press while Tutorial is prompts on or off. highlighted to view the tutorials that . Navigation Settings explain some of the features of the . Display Layout. See instrument cluster. The tutorials are “Reconfigurable Instrument Press p to enter the Settings menu. only available when the vehicle is in Cluster” earlier in this section. Use w or x to scroll through the P (Park). . Settings items in the Settings menu Open Source Software : Press V Audio Units : Press V while Units is while Open Source Software is highlighted to enter the Unit menu. highlighted to display open source While the Audio application page is Choose US, Metric, or Imperial units software information. displayed, press p to enter the by pressing V while the desired Audio menu. In the Audio menu, item is highlighted. A checkmark will Speedometer search for music or change the be displayed next to the The speedometer shows the audio source. selected item. vehicle's speed in either kilometers Phone Speed Warning : The Speed per hour (km/h) or miles per While the Phone application page is Warning display allows the driver to hour (mph). displayed, press p to enter the set a speed that they do not want to Phone menu. In the Phone menu, exceed. To set the Speed Warning, if there is no active phone call, view press V when Speed Warning is Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Odometer Battery Gauge (High Fuel Gauge The odometer shows how far the Voltage) vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. Trip Odometer The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset. The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 128. When the ignition is on, the fuel This gauge shows the high voltage gauge indicates about how much battery charge level. fuel is left in the tank. The arrow next to the battery There is an arrow near the fuel symbol points to the side of the gauge pointing to the side of the vehicle the charge port is on. vehicle the fuel door is on. See Electric Mode 0 177. When the indicator nears empty, the low fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Here are some things that owners Driver Efficiency Gauge accel : If the ball turns yellow and ask about. None of these show a travels above the center of the problem with the fuel gauge: gauge, acceleration is too . At the service station, the fuel aggressive to optimize efficiency. pump shuts off before the gauge brake : If the ball turns yellow and reads full. travels below the center of the . It takes a little more or less fuel gauge, braking is too aggressive to to fill up than the gauge optimize efficiency. indicated. For example, the In the Modern display gauge may have indicated the configurations, the light ring in the tank was half full, but it actually center of the display acts as an took a little more or less than efficiency gauge. It is green when half the tank's capacity to fill driving efficiently and turns yellow the tank. when acceleration or braking is too . The gauge takes a few seconds This gauge appears on the left side aggressive. to stabilize after the ignition is of the display in the Classic turned on, and goes back to Enhanced configuration. empty when the ignition is This gauge is a guide to driving in turned off. an efficient manner by keeping the ball green and in the center of the gauge. See Driving for Better Energy Efficiency 0 25. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Power Indicator Gauge Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger There is a driver safety belt airbag status indicator. See reminder light on the instrument Passenger Sensing System 0 68. cluster.

Battery Power Shown When the vehicle is started, this When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come The power gauge is on the right light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the front passenger to side of the display in the Classic on to remind the driver to fasten fasten their safety belt. Then the Enhanced configuration and on both their safety belt. Then the light stays light stays on solid until the belt is sides in the Modern Enhanced on solid until the belt is buckled. buckled. This cycle may continue configuration. This cycle may continue several several times if the front passenger The power gauge shows the power times if the driver remains or remains or becomes unbuckled coming from the engine and/or becomes unbuckled while the while the vehicle is moving. battery. When the power indicator is vehicle is moving. If the front passenger safety belt is green, battery power is being If the driver safety belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the regenerated. When the indicator is buckled, neither the light nor chime light comes on. yellow, the vehicle is using power. comes on. The front passenger safety belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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grocery bag, laptop, or other cluster displays a gray safety belt The airbag readiness light comes on electronic device. To turn off the symbol. While the vehicle is moving, for several seconds when the reminder light and/or chime, remove if a second row passenger who was vehicle is started. If the light does the object from the seat or buckle previously buckled becomes not come on then, have it fixed the safety belt. unbuckled, the corresponding safety immediately. belt symbol will change to flashing Second Row Passenger Belt red for several seconds and a chime { Warning Reminder Light may sound. If the airbag readiness light stays Airbag Readiness Light on after the vehicle is started or This light shows if there is an comes on while driving, it means electrical problem with the airbag the airbag system might not be system. The system check includes working properly. The airbags in the airbag sensor(s), the passenger the vehicle might not inflate in a sensing system, the pretensioners, crash, or they could even inflate Second row seating positions the airbag modules, the wiring, and without a crash. To help avoid monitored for safety belt use are the crash sensing and diagnostic injury, have the vehicle serviced represented by a colored symbol on module. For more information on the right away. the instrument cluster indicating airbag system, see Airbag safety belt status. When the vehicle System 0 61. is started, three safety belt symbols If there is a problem with the airbag come on and stay on for several system, a Driver Information Center seconds in the instrument cluster to (DIC) message may also come on. alert the driver that passengers may See Airbag System need to fasten their safety belts. Messages 0 137. After the passenger safety belt is buckled, the corresponding safety belt symbol in the instrument cluster turns green. If a safety belt is not initially buckled, the instrument Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Passenger Airbag Status If the word ON is lit on the Warning (Continued) Indicator passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard 0 The vehicle has a passenger passenger frontal airbag and knee Light 107 for more information, sensing system. See Passenger airbag are allowed to inflate. including important safety 0 information. Sensing System 68 for important If the word OFF is lit on the airbag safety information. The passenger status indicator, it means that the airbag status indicator is in the passenger sensing system has Charging System Light overhead console. turned off the front outboard (12-Volt Battery) passenger frontal airbag and knee 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 passenger sensing system. See When the vehicle is started, the your dealer for service. The charging system light comes on passenger airbag status indicator briefly when the vehicle is in ON/ will light ON and OFF for several { Warning RUN, as a check to show the light is seconds as a system check. Then, working. after several more seconds, the If the airbag readiness light ever status indicator will light either ON comes on and stays on, it means If the light stays on, or comes on or OFF to let you know the status of that something may be wrong while driving, there could be a problem with the electrical charging the front outboard passenger frontal with the airbag system. To help airbag and knee airbag. system. Have it checked by your avoid injury to yourself or others, dealer. Driving while this light is on have the vehicle serviced right could drain the 12-volt battery. away. See Airbag Readiness (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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If a short distance must be driven If the light is flashing : A with the light on, be sure to turn off Caution malfunction has been detected that all accessories, such as the radio. could damage the emission control If the vehicle is driven continually system and increase vehicle Malfunction Indicator with this light on, the emission emissions. Diagnosis and service control system may not work as may be required. Lamp (Check Engine well, the fuel economy may be Light) lower, and the vehicle may not To help prevent damage, reduce run smoothly. This could lead to vehicle speed and avoid hard This light is part of the vehicle’s accelerations and uphill grades. emission control on-board costly repairs that might not be diagnostic system. If this light is on covered by the vehicle warranty. If the light continues to flash, find a while the engine is running, a safe place to park. Turn the vehicle malfunction has been detected and off and wait at least 10 seconds the vehicle may require service. The Caution before restarting the engine. If the light should come on to show that it light is still flashing, follow the is working when the vehicle is in Modifications to the engine, previous guidelines and see your Service Only Mode. See Power electric drive unit, exhaust, intake, dealer for service as soon as Button 0 172. or fuel system, or the use of possible. replacement tires that do not If the light is on steady : A meet the original tire malfunction has been detected. specifications, can cause this light Diagnosis and service may be to come on. This could lead to required. costly repairs not covered by the Check the following: vehicle warranty. This could also affect the vehicle’s ability to pass . A loose or missing fuel cap may cause the light to come on. See Malfunctions are often indicated by an Emissions Inspection/ Filling the Tank 0 222. A few the system before any problem is Maintenance test. See driving trips with the cap noticeable. Being aware of the light Accessories and properly installed may turn the and seeking service promptly when Modifications 0 227. light off. it comes on may prevent damage. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Poor fuel quality can cause not used to perform an Emissions Brake System Warning inefficient engine operation and Inspection/Maintenance test or to poor driveability, which may go service the vehicle may affect Light away once the engine is warmed vehicle operation. See Add-On The vehicle brake system consists up. If this occurs, change the Electrical Equipment 0 225. See of two hydraulic circuits. If one fuel brand. It may require at your dealer if assistance is needed. circuit is not working, the remaining least one full tank of the proper The vehicle may not pass circuit can still work to stop the fuel to turn the light off. See inspection if: vehicle. For normal braking Fuel 0 221. performance, both circuits need to . The light is on when the engine be working. If the light remains on, see your is running. dealer. If the warning light comes on, there . The light does not come on is a brake problem. Have the brake Emissions Inspection and when the vehicle is in Service system inspected right away. Maintenance Programs Only Mode. If the vehicle requires an Emissions . Critical emission control systems Inspection/Maintenance test, the have not been completely test equipment will likely connect to diagnosed. If this happens, the the vehicle's Data Link vehicle would not be ready for Connector (DLC). inspection and might require several days of routine driving Metric English before the system is ready for inspection. This can happen if This light should come on briefly the 12-volt battery has recently when the engine is started. If it does been replaced or run down, or if not come on then, have it fixed so it the vehicle has been recently will be ready to warn you if there is serviced. a problem. If the light comes on and stays on, The DLC is under the instrument See your dealer if the vehicle will there is a brake problem. panel to the left of the steering not pass or cannot be made ready wheel. Connecting devices that are for the test. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Parking Brake system or another Antilock Brake System { Warning system. A message may also display in the Driver Information (ABS) Warning Light The brake system might not be Center (DIC). See Brake System working properly if the brake Messages 0 131. system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system If the light does not come on, warning light on can lead to a or remains flashing, see your dealer. crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off Service Electric Parking the road and carefully stopped, Brake Light This light should come on briefly have the vehicle towed for when the vehicle is in ON/RUN. If it service. does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Electric Parking Brake If the ABS warning light stays on longer than a few seconds after the Light vehicle is in ON/RUN, or comes on and stays on while driving, try If this light comes on and stays on, resetting the system. To reset the there is a problem with a system on system: the vehicle that is causing the 1. While driving, pull over when it parking brake system to work at a is safe to do so. reduced level. The vehicle can still Metric English be driven, but should be taken to a 2. Place the vehicle in P (Park). dealer as soon as possible. See 3. Turn the vehicle off. This light comes on when the Electric Parking Brake 0 186. If a parking brake is applied. If the light message displays in the Driver 4. Restart the vehicle. continues flashing after the parking Information Center (DIC), see Brake If the ABS warning light remains on brake is released, or while driving, System Messages 0 131. after resetting the system or comes there is a problem with the Electric on again while driving, the vehicle Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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needs service. If the ABS warning Mountain Mode Light Lane Keep Assist (LKA) light is on, but the regular brake system warning light is not on, the Light antilock brakes are not working properly, but the regular brakes are still functioning. Have the vehicle serviced right away. If both brake lights are on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes, and there is a problem with the regular brakes as This light comes on when Mountain well. Have the vehicle towed for Mode is selected. See “Mountain This light is green if LKA is available service. See Towing the Mode” in Driver Selected Operating to assist. 0 Modes 0 178 for more information. Vehicle 303. LKA may assist by gently turning Hold Mode Light the steering wheel if the vehicle Sport Mode Light approaches a detected lane marking without using the turn signal in that direction. The LKA light will turn amber. This light is amber and flashes as a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert, to indicate that the lane marking has been crossed. This light comes on when Sport This light comes on when Hold 0 Mode is selected. See “Sport Mode” Mode is selected. See “Hold Mode” See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 204. in Driver Selected Operating Modes in Driver Selected Operating Modes 0 0 178 for more information. 178 for more information. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Vehicle Ahead Indicator dealer. If the system is working If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the normally, the indicator light then system does not assist in controlling turns off. the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and The traction off light comes on when the StabiliTrak systems, and the the Traction Control System (TCS) warning light turns off. has been turned off. See Traction Control/Electronic 0 This light and the StabiliTrak OFF Stability Control 189. light come on when StabiliTrak is If equipped, this indicator will turned off. Traction Control System display green when a vehicle is (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light detected ahead and amber when If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not you are following a vehicle ahead limited. Adjust driving accordingly. much too closely. StabiliTrak® OFF Light See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 198. Traction Off Light This light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have This light comes on briefly while the vehicle serviced by your dealer. starting the engine. If it does not, If the system is working normally, have the vehicle serviced by your the indicator light turns off. dealer. If the light is on and not flashing, the This light comes on briefly while TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak starting the engine. If it does not, This light comes on when the system have been disabled. A DIC have the vehicle serviced by your StabiliTrak system is turned off. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction message may display. Check the Control System (TCS) is also off. DIC messages to determine which Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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feature(s) is no longer functioning If the light comes on and stays on A message in the Driver Information and whether the vehicle requires while driving, the vehicle may have Center (DIC) may also display. See service. a problem with the cooling system. Tire Messages 0 138. Stop as soon If the light is on and flashing, the Stop and turn off the vehicle to as possible, and inflate the tires to TCS and/or the StabiliTrak system avoid damage to the engine. the pressure value shown on the is actively working. A warning chime sounds when this Tire and Loading Information label. light is on. See Tires 0 263. See Traction Control/Electronic 0 Stability Control 0 189. See Engine Overheating 243 for When the Light Flashes First and more information. Then Is On Steady Engine Coolant Tire Pressure Light This indicates that there may be a Temperature Warning problem with the TPMS. The light flashes for about one minute and Light stays on steady until the vehicle is in OFF. This sequence repeats each time the vehicle is in ON/RUN. See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 272.

For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Engine Oil Pressure Light Monitor System (TPMS), this light The engine coolant temperature comes on briefly when the vehicle is Caution warning light comes on briefly when in ON/RUN. It provides information the vehicle is started. about tire pressures and the TPMS. Lack of proper engine oil If it does not, have the vehicle When the Light is On Steady maintenance can damage the serviced by your dealer. If the engine. Driving with the engine oil This indicates that one or more of system is working normally, the low can also damage the engine. the tires are significantly indicator light then goes off. The repairs would not be covered underinflated. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Low Fuel Warning Light If the light stays on and the engine Caution (Continued) does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent by the vehicle warranty. Check system. See Immobilizer the oil level as soon as possible. Operation 0 43. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range Vehicle Ready Light and the oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule The low fuel warning light comes on for changing engine oil. briefly when the vehicle is started. This light also comes on when the fuel level is low. When fuel is added, the light should go off. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced. The vehicle ready light comes on whenever the vehicle is ready to be Security Light driven. High-Beam On Light The oil pressure 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 light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through The security light should come on the engine properly. The vehicle briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle could be low on oil and might have This light comes on when the serviced by your dealer. If the some other system problem. See high-beam headlamps are in use. your dealer. system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

116 Instruments and Controls See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Cruise Control Light Information Displays Changer 0 149. IntelliBeam® Light Center Stack Display The center stack screen displays Charging, Power Flow, and Energy Information. See the information that follows. The cruise control light is white Climate Control, Infotainment, and when the cruise control is on and Vehicle Personalization information This light comes on when the ready, and turns green when the also displays in this screen. For IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is cruise control is set and active. more information on these systems, see: enabled. The light goes out when the cruise See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147. control is turned off. See Cruise . Automatic Climate Control Control 0 191. System 0 155. Lamps On Reminder . The infotainment manual. Door Ajar Light . Vehicle Personalization 0 139. The center stack controls only need a light touch to operate and work best with bare hands. The controls will work with most gloves although they may take longer to respond. Use the finger pad rather than the This light comes on when the finger tip to minimize response time. exterior lamps are in use. See This light comes on when a door is open or not securely latched. If the controls are not responding, Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147. remove the gloves. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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To view the Power Flow, Charging, and Energy Information, touch Energy on the infotainment display. Power Flows To view the Power Flow screens, touch Energy on the infotainment display and then touch Power Flow at the bottom of the touch screen. Battery Power - Vehicle is stationary Engine Power - Vehicle is stationary The Power Flow screens indicate in electric mode and no power is in Extended Range Mode and no the current system operating flowing to the wheels. power is flowing to the wheels. condition. The screens show the energy flow between the engine, electric drive unit, and high voltage battery. These components will be highlighted when they are active.

Engine Power - Engine is active Engine and Battery Power - Both with energy flowing to the wheels. the engine and battery are active with energy flowing to the wheels.

Battery Power - Battery is active with energy flowing to the wheels. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Electrical outlets may wear out with normal usage or be damaged over time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging. . Check the electrical outlet/plug while charging and discontinue use if the electrical outlet/plug is hot, then have the electrical Engine and Regen Power Recovery Power Off - No power is flowing to outlet serviced by a qualified - Engine is active. Power from the the wheels. electrician. wheels returns to the battery during regenerative braking or coasting. Programmable Charging . When outdoors, plug into an electrical outlet that is Important Information About weatherproof while in use. Portable Electric Vehicle Charging . Mount the charging cord to . Charging an electric vehicle can reduce strain on the electrical stress a building’s electrical outlet/plug. system more than a typical household appliance. { Danger . Before you plug into any electrical outlet, have a qualified Improper use of portable electric electrician inspect and verify the vehicle charge cords may cause Regen Power Recovery - Power electrical system (electrical a fire, electrical shock, or burns, from the wheels returns to the outlet, wiring, junctions, and and may result in damage to battery during regenerative braking protection devices) for property, serious injury, or death. or coasting. heavy-duty service at a 12 amp (Continued) continuous load. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The Charge Start and Charge Danger (Continued) Complete time estimates are also displayed on the screen. These . Do not use extension cords, estimates are most accurate when multi-outlet power strips, the vehicle is plugged in and in splitters, grounding moderate temperature conditions. adaptors, surge protectors, or similar devices. Charge Mode Status . Do not use an electrical outlet that is worn or damaged, or will not hold Delayed Based on Departure the plug firmly in place. Time : The vehicle estimates the charging start time considering the . Do not use an electrical programmed departure time for the outlet that is not properly current day of the week. Charging grounded. begins at the start time and is . Do not use an electrical complete by the departure time only outlet that is on a circuit with if sufficient time is allowed after the other electrical loads. charge cord is plugged in. Immediately : The vehicle starts charging as soon as it is connected Programmable Charge Modes to an electrical outlet. See Plug-In 0 This vehicle has three Charging 206. programmable charge modes. To view the current charge mode status in the center stack display, touch Energy in the infotainment display and then touch Charging at the bottom of the touch screen. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Delayed : The vehicle estimates the a circuit breaker continues to trip, The Charge Limit Preference setting charging start time based on the reducing to a lower Charge Limit can be changed at any time while utility rate schedule, utility rate Preference may resolve the issue. the center stack display is operable. preference, and the programmed departure time for the current day of { Warning the week. The vehicle will charge during the least expensive rate Using a charge level that exceeds periods to achieve a full battery the electrical circuit or electrical charge by the departure time. outlet capacity may start a fire or Electrical rate information from the damage the electrical circuit. Use utility company for the charging the lowest charge level until a location is required for this mode. qualified electrician inspects the Also, if the selected electric rate electrical circuit capacity. Use the The Charge Limit Preference should settings result in a very long charge lowest charge level if the be configured to match the electrical completion time, the vehicle will current rating for the electrical outlet electrical circuit or electrical outlet start charging immediately upon that the charge cord is connected capacity is not known. plug-in. For example, if the electric to. The Charge Limit Preference rate table is set up with all Peak “ ” settings are: rates and the rate preference is to Charge Mode Selection charge during “Off-Peak” rates only, . Maximum: Limits AC current to From the main charging screen, then the vehicle will start charging 12 amps touch Charge Mode. immediately upon plug-in. . Reduced: Limits AC current to Charge Limit Selection 8 amps The Charge Limit Preference setting Exact current levels may vary from allows the customer to select their the values shown in this manual. vehicle’s charge level so it matches Check the vehicle for the current the capability of their charging available levels. location. If the vehicle consistently stops charging after plugging in, or if Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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1. Touch the day to change. Earliest or Latest Completion Time 2. Touch y or z to change the If the vehicle calculates that the cost hours and minutes. would be the same for various charge modes based on the charge 3. Touch y or z to change AM rates selected, select to finish the or PM. charge at the earliest possible time or the latest possible time. Use the 4. Touch S to store changes and Earliest setting to charge as soon as return to the previous screen. possible if there is a planned Select one option: Charge Rate Information departure prior to the scheduled . Immediately Upon Plug In departure time. Use the Latest From the Delayed Charge Mode setting to optimize energy usage. . Delayed Based on Status screen, touch Charge Rate Departure Time Information. Charge Rate Preference Selection . Delayed (Electric Rate and From the main charging screen, Departure Time) touch Charge Rate Information and Departure Time Entry then touch Charge Rate Preference. From the main charging screen, touch Next Planned Departure.

Select one of the following: . Charge Completion: Earliest Possible/Latest Possible. . Electric Rate Schedule. . Charge Rate Preference. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Touch one of the following options vehicle will not be fully charged by From the Charge Rate Information to select the Charge Rate the departure time regardless of the screen, touch Electric Rate Preference: rate selection. Schedule. . Charge during Peak, Mid-Peak, Also, if the selected electric rate and Off-Peak Rates: The vehicle settings result in a very long charge can charge during any rate completion time, the vehicle will period to satisfy the next start charging immediately upon planned departure time. plug-in. For example, if the electric However, it will select when to rate table is set up with all Peak charge to minimize the total cost rates and the rate preference is to of the charge. charge during Off-Peak rates only, . Charge during Mid-Peak and then the vehicle will start charging immediately upon plug-in. Off-Peak Rates: The vehicle will To edit the Summer/Winter charge during Off-Peak and/or Electric Rate Plan Selection Schedule: Mid-Peak rate periods only and 1. Select Summer/Winter for the will select when to charge to Electric rates, or cost per unit, may Rate Schedule Type. minimize the total cost of the vary based on time, weekday/ charge. weekend, and season. During the 2. Touch Edit Electric Rate day when the demand for electricity Schedule. . Charge during Off-Peak Rates: is high, the rates are usually higher The vehicle will only charge and are called Peak rates. At night To edit the Yearly Schedule: during Off-Peak rate periods. when the demand for electricity is 1. Select Yearly for the Rate Charging begins at the start time low, the rates are usually lower and Schedule Type. and is complete by the departure are called Off-Peak rates. In some areas, a Mid-Peak rate is offered. 2. Touch Edit Electric Rate time only if sufficient time is allowed Schedule. after the charge cord is plugged in. Contact the utility company to obtain For example, if the vehicle is the rate schedule for your area. The plugged in for only one hour prior to summer and winter start dates must the departure time, and the battery be established to use a summer/ is completely discharged, the winter schedule. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Summer/Winter Schedule Start 5. Touch y or z to set the 2. Touch the rate time window to Date Entering month and day for the start of be changed. To toggle between a yearly winter. . Weekdays are Monday schedule or a summer/winter through Friday and use the 6. Touch S to save changes. schedule, touch Rate same rate schedule. Schedule Type. Electric Rate Schedule Editing . Weekends are Saturday To edit the Rate Schedule Season From the Charge Rate Information and Sunday and use the Start Dates: Screen touch Electric Rate same rate schedule. 1. Touch Edit Electric Rate Schedule. Select the season you Both weekday and weekend Schedule on the Electric Rate wish to edit if summer/winter rates schedules must be set. The rate Schedule Screen. are selected. If yearly rate schedule schedule only applies for a 24-hour is selected no summer/winter icon period, starting at 12:00 AM and will appear. ending at 12:00 AM. There can be 1. Touch Weekday or Weekend five rate changes for each day; not Rates all must be used. The finish times must be consecutive. If a finish time does not follow a start time, the error message displays “An invalid entry was found in the data entered. Please re-enter data.” 2. Touch the summer icon. Electric Rate Finish Time Editing 3. Touch or to set the y z From the Edit (Summer, Winter, month and day for the start of or Yearly) Electric Rate Schedule summer. screen, touch the row to change. 4. Touch the winter icon. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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in-vehicle overrides via the center stack, there are other ways to temporarily override a Delayed Charge Mode. See Plug-In Charging 0 206. Temporary Override of a Delayed Charge Mode To temporarily override a Delayed 1. Touch y or z to adjust Charge Mode to Immediate Charge To cancel the temporary override to the time. Mode from inside the vehicle: Immediate, touch the X next to the 2. Touch Off-Peak, Mid-Peak, 1. Touch Temporary Override charge mode on the main charging or Peak to select the Options on the main charging screen. electric rate. screen. Temporary Override of the Next Planned Departure Time 3. Touch S save to store changes. To temporarily override the Next Planned Departure Time from inside Only the finish time can be edited. the vehicle: The start time is automatically populated in the rate table. 1. Touch Temporary Override Options on the main charging Temporary Charge Mode screen. Override and Cancel Programmed Delayed Charge Modes can be temporarily 2. Touch Charge Immediately at overridden to an Immediate Charge Plug-In to temporarily override Mode for one charge cycle. Also, to an Immediate Charge Mode. the next planned departure time can The Temporary Charge Mode Status be temporarily overridden for one screen will automatically display the charge cycle. In addition to the revised charge complete time. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The main charging screen will When you override to an automatically display the revised immediate charge mode, the X departure time and charge will be on the far right side of complete time. Charge Mode. When you override the departure time of either delayed charge mode, the X will be on the far right side of Next Planned Departure. Location Based Charging 2. Touch Temporary Departure Time. This feature allows charging settings to be customized when the vehicle is at home or away from home. The charge mode and charge The Temporary Departure Time can level preference will update based only be updated for the same day on vehicle location. The charging as the original Next Planned customization settings will be the Departure Time. Also, the vehicle saved home profile settings at home will not accept a Temporary and Charge Immediate when away Departure Time that is before the from home. present time of day. Dashes display on the screen when 3. Touch y or z to change the To cancel the temporary override of GPS is unavailable. Next Departure Time. the Next Planned Departure Time: Using Location Based Charging 4. Touch S save to confirm a . From the Temporary Override To use location based charging, a temporary override of the Next Options screen, touch Cancel home location must first be stored. Planned Departure Time. Temporary Override Setting. To store a home location: . From the main charging screen, 1. From the Home screen, touch touch the X on the right side of Settings. the respective override text. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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2. Touch Vehicle. 2. Choose Update Home Charging Interrupted or 3. Touch Energy. Location. Overridden Pop-Up 4. Touch Location Based 3. Choose: Charging. Update : Use when the vehicle is 5. Touch Set Home Location. parked in a new location. 6. A pop-up will confirm the Cancel : Use to cancel this setting and the compass will be operation and make no changes. lit. In addition, the Set Home Remove : Use to remove the stored Location will change to Update home location from the vehicle. This Home Location. will turn the feature off because To turn location based charging on there will be no home location stored. The Charging Interrupted or or off: Overridden pop-up will appear if any Expiration : Use to store the 1. Follow Steps 1–4 under “Using of the following conditions occur: charge level preference at the home Location Based Charging” to location for up to 90 days. After . The charging settings have been get to the Location Based modified via OnStar through the Charging screen. 90 days, a notification will display on the screen and the charge level website or the Mobile App. For 2. Touch ON or OFF to turn the preference will need to be reset for example, the Departure Time system on or off. the next 90 days. Tables, the Rate Tables, or the Charge Mode were updated Updating Home Location using the customer website To update the home location: (available in select regions). 1. Follow Steps 1–4 under “Using . There was an unintended loss of Location Based Charging” to AC power during the plug-in get to the Location Based charge event. For example, Charging screen. there was a power outage or the charge cord was unplugged from the wall. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. The charge process was Energy Information . Electric energy used from the interrupted by the utility battery To view Energy Usage and Energy company via OnStar as . Total fuel used authorized by the vehicle owner Details, touch Energy on the (available in select regions). infotainment display, touch INFO, . Average fuel economy then touch h or k. To reset the See Utility Interruption of The electric equivalent to fuel Charging 0 219. values, the high voltage battery economy is MPGe. Touch MPG on needs to be fully recharged. the screen to view. When dashes Programmable Charging Energy Usage are displayed, the maximum limits to Disabled some values have been reached. The circle graph displays the percentage of distance traveled using Electric Mode versus Extended Range Mode. The Lifetime fuel economy is a total over the life of the vehicle and can only be reset by the dealer. The Energy Usage information will also appear automatically on power off when The Energy Usage screen displays Retained Accessory Power is When the Programmable Charging information for the total of all drive active. This pop-up can be disabled. system is disabled, the main cycles since the last time the high See “Energy Summary Pop-up” charging screen will display “- -:- -” voltage battery was fully charged. under Vehicle for the Charge Complete Time. The This includes: Personalization 0 139. Programmable Charging system will . Distance traveled in be disabled if the Charge Complete Electric Mode Time cannot be confidently estimated. If the Programmable . Distance traveled in Extended Charging system is consistently Range Mode disabled, see your dealer. . Total distance traveled Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Energy Details 1. Press V while viewing the Settings page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster. 2. Scroll to Info Pages and press V. 3. Press w or x to move through the list of possible info displays. The Energy Details screen displays 4. Press V while an item is how energy is being used since the last time the high voltage battery highlighted to select or w or x : Press to go to the deselect that item. When an was fully charged. It includes previous or next selection. Driving and Accessories, Climate item is selected, a checkmark Settings, and Battery Conditioning. o or p : Press to move between will appear next to it. The circle graph displays the interactive display zones in the DIC Information Displays these percentages. The total energy cluster. Press o to go back to the The following is the list of all used displays at the bottom of the previous menu. screen. possible DIC information displays. V : Press to open a menu or select Some of the information displays Driver Information a menu item. Press and hold to may not be available for your reset values on certain screens. particular vehicle. Center (DIC) DIC Information Display Trip A or Trip B and Average Fuel The DIC is displayed in the Options Economy : The Trip display shows instrument cluster. It shows the the current distance traveled, in status of many vehicle systems. The info displays on the DIC can be either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), turned on or off through the since the trip odometer was last Settings menu. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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reset. The trip odometer can be Oil Life : The Oil Life display shows Tire Pressure : Shows the reset by pressing and holding V an estimate of the oil's remaining approximate pressures of all four while this display is active. useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE tires. Tire pressure is displayed in 99% is displayed, that means 99% either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds The Average Fuel Economy display of the current oil life remains. per square inch (psi). If the pressure shows the approximate average is low, the value for that tire is liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON shown in amber. See Tire Pressure or miles per gallon (mpg). This Monitor System 0 272 and Tire number is calculated based on the message will appear on the display. 0 Pressure Monitor Operation 0 273. number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded See Engine Oil Messages 132. since the last time this menu item The oil should be changed as soon Average Speed : Shows the 0 was reset. This number reflects only as possible. See Engine Oil 234. average speed of the vehicle in the approximate average fuel In addition to the engine oil life kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles economy that the vehicle has right system monitoring the oil life, per hour (mph). This average is now, and will change as driving additional maintenance is calculated based on the various conditions change. The Average recommended. See Maintenance vehicle speeds recorded since the 0 Fuel Economy can be reset along Schedule 317. last reset of this value. The average with the trip odometer by pressing speed can be reset by pressing and Remember, the Oil Life display must V and holding V while this display is be reset after each oil change. It will holding while this display is active. not reset itself. Also, be careful not active. to reset the Oil Life display Timer : This display can be used as Compass and Speed : Shows the accidentally at any time other than a timer. To start the timer, press V direction the vehicle is driving and when the oil has just been changed. the vehicle speed in either It cannot be reset accurately until while this display is active. The kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles the next oil change. To reset the display will show the amount of time per hour (mph). that has passed since the timer was engine oil life system, press and V Total Range : Shows the remaining hold V for several seconds while last reset. To stop the timer, press distance the vehicle can be driven the Oil Life display is active. See briefly while this display is active combining the electric range and Engine Oil Life System 0 236. and the timer is running. To reset fuel range. the timer to zero, press and hold V while this display is active. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

130 Instruments and Controls Speed Limit : Shows the current Vehicle Messages Battery and Charging speed limit. The information for this page comes from a roadway Messages displayed on the DIC Messages database. indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE some action that may be needed to Follow Distance Indicator : The correct a condition. Multiple This message displays when the current follow time to the vehicle messages may appear one after vehicle has detected that the 12-volt ahead is displayed as a time value another. battery voltage has dropped and on this page. vehicle features are being disabled. The messages that do not require Coolant Temperature : Shows the The 12-volt battery saver system immediate action can be engine coolant temperature in either starts reducing certain features acknowledged and cleared by degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees trying to save the charge of the Fahrenheit (°F). pressing V. 12-volt battery. Turn off unnecessary The messages that require features to allow the battery to Blank Page : The Blank Page recharge. display allows for no information to immediate action cannot be cleared be displayed in the cluster info until that action is performed. CHARGE CORD CONNECTED display areas. All messages should be taken This message displays when the seriously; clearing the message charge cord is connected to the does not correct the problem. vehicle. The vehicle cannot be The following are the possible shifted out of P (Park) with the messages and some information charge cord connected. about them. CHARGE DOOR OPEN This message displays when the charge door is open and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). The charge door should be kept fully closed when the vehicle is not charging. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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LOW BATTERY RELEASE PARKING BRAKE Compass Messages This message displays when the This message displays if the Electric Dashes may be displayed if the 12-volt battery voltage is low. See Parking Brake is on while the vehicle temporarily loses Battery - North America 0 246. vehicle is in motion. Release it communication with the Global before attempting to drive. See Positioning System (GPS). SERVICE BATTERY Electric Parking Brake 0 186. CHARGING SYSTEM SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST Cruise Control Messages This message displays when there is a fault in the 12-volt battery This message displays when there CRUISE SET TO XXX charging system. See your dealer is a problem with the brake boost This message displays when the for service. system. When this message cruise control is set and shows the displays, the brake pedal may be SERVICE HIGH VOLTAGE speed it was set to. See Cruise harder to push and the stopping Control 0 191. CHARGING SYSTEM distance may be longer. See your This message displays when there dealer for service. Door Ajar Messages is a problem with the high voltage SERVICE PARKING BRAKE charging system. See your dealer DOOR OPEN for service. This message displays when there is a problem with the Electric A door open symbol will be displayed on the DIC showing which Brake System Messages Parking Brake. See your dealer for service. door is open. If the vehicle has been BRAKE FLUID LOW shifted out of P (Park), a DOOR STEP ON BRAKE TO OPEN message will also be This message displays when the RELEASE PARK BRAKE displayed. The DOOR OPEN brake fluid level is low. See Brake message may also be displayed if Fluid 0 245. This message displays when the vehicle starts to move. Close the attempting to release the Electric door completely. Parking Brake without the brake pedal applied. See Electric Parking Brake 0 186. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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HOOD OPEN Engine Cooling System Engine Oil Messages This message will display along with Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON a hood open symbol when the hood is open. Close the hood completely. ENGINE OVERHEATED — This message displays when the REDUCE SPEED engine oil needs to be changed. TRUNK OPEN This message displays when the After changing the engine oil, the This message will display along with engine coolant temperature or Engine Oil Life System must be a symbol when the hatch is open. reset. See Engine Oil Life System engine oil is too hot. Reduce speed 0 Close the hatch completely. and allow the vehicle to cool down. 236 and Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 128 for information on how Electric Drive Unit ENGINE OVERHEATED — to reset the system. See Engine Oil TURN VEHICLE OFF 0 234 and Maintenance Messages Schedule 0 317. This message displays and a SHIFT FROM NEUTRAL continuous chime sounds if the OIL PRESSURE LOW — TURN This message displays when the engine cooling system reaches VEHICLE OFF vehicle should be shifted from unsafe temperatures for operation. Stop and turn off the vehicle as This message displays if low oil N (Neutral). If the vehicle remains in pressure levels occur. Stop the electric neutral at low vehicle soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage. This message vehicle as soon as safely possible speeds, the vehicle will not be able and do not operate it until the cause to charge the high voltage battery. clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature. of the low oil pressure has been SHIFT TO PARK corrected. Check the oil as soon as ENGINE RUNNING DUE TO possible and see your dealer for This message displays when the TEMPERATURE service. vehicle should be shifted to P (Park). This may appear when This message displays when the attempting to turn off the vehicle high voltage battery is charged but when it is not in P (Park). the engine has to come on because of the outside temperature or high voltage battery temperature. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Fuel System Messages TIGHTEN GAS CAP NO REMOTE DETECTED CLOSE FUEL DOOR This message displays when the This message displays when the fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the transmitter battery may be weak. This message displays when the fuel cap. See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low fuel door is open and the vehicle is Transmitter Battery” under Remote moving. WAIT TO REFUEL Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 ENGINE NOT AVAILABLE This message displays when the Operation 29. ADD FUEL fuel system is pressurized. You must wait to refuel the vehicle until NO REMOTE DETECTED This message displays when the this message goes off. PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART engine is not available due to This message displays when running out of fuel. The vehicle can Key and Lock Messages attempting to turn off the vehicle continue to be driven in Electric and the RKE transmitter is no longer Mode until the battery is depleted, NO REMOTE KEY WAS detected. Restarting is allowed but will have reduced acceleration. DETECTED PLACE KEY IN without the RKE transmitter for When this message is displayed, TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN five minutes. Press the brake pedal refuel the vehicle. See Out of Fuel/ START YOUR VEHICLE and start button to restart the Engine Unavailable 0 180. vehicle. This message displays when trying FUEL LEVEL LOW to start the vehicle if an RKE NUMBER OF KEYS transmitter is not detected. The This message displays when the PROGRAMMED transmitter battery may be weak. vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as See Starting the Vehicle with a Low This message displays when soon as possible. “ Transmitter Battery” under Remote programming new keys to the READY TO REFUEL Keyless Entry (RKE) System vehicle. Operation 0 29. This message displays when the REMOTE LEFT IN VEHICLE fuel system is depressurized and This message displays when the vehicle can be refueled. leaving the vehicle with the RKE transmitter still inside. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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REPLACE BATTERY IN Object Detection System This message may also be REMOTE KEY displayed if there is a problem with Messages the StabiliTrak system. See Traction This message displays when the AUTOMATIC COLLISION Control/Electronic Stability battery in the RKE transmitter needs Control 0 189. to be replaced. PREP OFF This message displays when the FORWARD COLLISION Lamp Messages Front Automatic Braking (FAB) ALERT OFF System has been turned off or set to This message displays when the AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL Alert. See Front Automatic Braking ON/OFF 0 Forward Collision Alert has been (FAB) System 200. turned off. A message will display when the AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP FRONT CAMERA BLOCKED automatic light control has been UNAVAILABLE turned on or off. CLEAN WINDSHIELD This message displays when the This message displays when the CHECK LAMP or LAMP Front Automatic Braking (FAB) FAILURE camera is blocked. Cleaning the System has been unavailable for outside of the windshield behind the Depending on the lamp, one of some time. FAB does not need rearview mirror may correct the these messages may display. See service. This message can display issue. The Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Bulb Replacement 0 250. under the following conditions: and the Lane Departure Warning TURN SIGNAL ON . The front of the vehicle or (LDW) system will not operate. windshield is not clean. Keep Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and This message displays if the turn these areas clean and free of Front Automatic Braking (FAB) may signal has been left on. Turn off the mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush. not work or may not work as well. turn signal. For cleaning instructions, see Exterior Care 0 306. LANE CHANGE ALERT OFF . Heavy rain or snow is interfering This message indicates that the with the object detection driver has turned the Side Blind performance. Zone Alert (SBZA) and Lane Change Alert (LCA) systems off. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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LANE KEEPING ASSIST SERVICE FRONT CAMERA SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE If this message remains on after UNAVAILABLE This message displays when the continued driving, see your dealer This message indicates that Side Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and Lane for service. Do not use the Lane Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system is Keep Assist (LKA), Lane Departure Change Alert (LCA), and Rear temporarily unavailable. The LKA Warning (LDW), Front Automatic Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) are system does not need service. Braking (FAB), and Forward disabled either because the sensor Collision Alert (FCA) features. This message could be due to the is blocked and cannot detect vehicles in the blind zone, or the camera being blocked. Clean the SERVICE PARK ASSIST outside of the windshield behind the vehicle is passing through an open rearview mirror. This message displays if there is a area, such as the desert, where problem with the Parking Assist there is insufficient data for PARK ASSIST OFF system. Do not use this system to operation. This message may also help you park. See your dealer for activate during heavy rain or due to This message displays when the service. road spray. The vehicle does not Parking Assist system has been need service. For cleaning, see turned off or when there is a SERVICE SIDE DETECTION "Washing the Vehicle" under temporary condition causing the SYSTEM Exterior Care 0 306. system to be disabled. If this message remains on after TAKE STEERING SERVICE AUTOMATIC continued driving, the vehicle needs COLLISION PREP service. Side Blind Zone Alert If LKA does not detect active driver (SBZA), Lane Change Alert (LCA), steering, an alert and chime may be If this message displays, see your and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) provided. Move the steering wheel dealer for service . Forward features will not work. See your to dismiss. See Lane Keep Assist Collision Alert (FCA) and/or the dealer for service. (LKA) 0 204. Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System may not work. Do not use these systems until the vehicle has been repaired. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Propulsion Power battery. Only if both the SERVICE TRACTION PROPULSION POWER IS CONTROL Messages REDUCED message and the malfunction indicator lamp are on This message displays when there PROPULSION POWER IS is a problem detected with the REDUCED should the vehicle be taken to the dealer for service. Traction Control System (TCS). The This message displays when the vehicle is safe to drive, but the TCS propulsion power is reduced and While climbing the grade with this is not operational. See Traction can affect the ability to accelerate. message displayed, the vehicle Control/Electronic Stability Control If this message is on, but there is no speed may be reduced until the 0 189 for information on resetting reduction in performance, proceed engine can recover the battery state the system. to your destination. The of charge to a normal level. See “Mountain Mode” under Driver STABILITRAK OFF performance may be reduced the 0 next time the vehicle is driven. The Selected Operating Modes 178. This message displays when vehicle may be driven at a reduced StabiliTrak is turned off. Adjust your speed while this message is on, but Ride Control System driving accordingly. maximum acceleration and speed Messages may be reduced. If this message TRACTION CONTROL OFF stays on when the malfunction SERVICE STABILITRAK This message displays when the indicator lamp is on, the vehicle This message displays when there Traction Control System (TCS) is should be taken to your dealer for is a problem detected with the turned off. Adjust your driving service as soon as possible. StabiliTrak system. The vehicle is accordingly. This message can display when safe to drive, but the StabiliTrak TRACTION CONTROL ON driving in mountainous terrain system is not operational. See without using Mountain Mode or by Traction Control/Electronic Stability This message displays when the not entering Mountain Mode soon Control 0 189 for information on Traction Control System (TCS) is enough to build a sufficient battery resetting the system. turned on. charge reserve before climbing steep grades. This is normal operation to protect the high voltage Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Airbag System Messages ENGINE NOT AVAILABLE SERVICE POWER STEERING SERVICE SOON SERVICE AIRBAG This message displays and a chime This message displays when the may sound when there may be a This message displays if there is a engine is not available due to a problem with the power steering problem with the airbag system. See malfunction that will not allow the system. If this message displays your dealer for service. engine to start. The vehicle can and a reduction in steering continue to be driven in Electric performance or loss of power Security Messages Mode until the battery is depleted, steering assistance is noticed, see but will have reduced acceleration. your dealer for service. SERVICE THEFT ALARM When this message is displayed, SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays if there is a the vehicle should be taken to your problem with the alarm. See your dealer for service as soon as This message displays if there is a dealer for service. possible. See Out of Fuel/Engine problem with the vehicle. See your Unavailable 0 180. dealer for service. Depending on the SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT severity of a crash, this message SYSTEM SERVICE AC SYSTEM may come on along with the airbag This message displays if there is a This message displays if there is a readiness light. problem with the theft-deterrent problem with the air conditioning system. See your dealer for service. system. See your dealer for service. Starting the Vehicle SERVICE HEATER SOON Messages Service Vehicle Messages This message displays if there is a PRESS BRAKE TO START ENGINE MAINTENANCE XXX% problem with the heater system. VEHICLE COMPLETE See your dealer for service. This message displays when This message displays when the attempting to start the vehicle Engine Maintenance Mode is without first pressing the brake running. See “Engine Maintenance pedal. Mode (EMM)” under Maintenance Modes 0 181. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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PRESS BUTTON AGAIN TO TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD Vehicle Reminder TURN ENGINE OFF AIR TO TIRE Messages This message displays as a This message displays when the O pressure in one or more of the tires ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE reminder to press POWER to turn WITH CARE the vehicle off when an attempt is is low. made to turn off the vehicle while it This message also displays LEFT This message is displayed when ice is in motion. FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT conditions are possible. SERVICE KEYLESS START REAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate the location of the low tire. Vehicle Speed Messages SYSTEM The low tire pressure warning light SPEED LIMITED TO XXX This message is displayed if there is will also come on. See Tire a problem with the pushbutton start Pressure Light 0 114. This message displays when the system. See your dealer for service. vehicle speed is limited. If a tire pressure message appears Tire Messages on the DIC, stop as soon as possible. Inflate the tires by adding SERVICE TIRE MONITOR air until the tire pressure is equal to SYSTEM the values shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tires This message displays if there is a 0 263, Vehicle Load Limits 0 169, problem with the Tire Pressure and Tire Pressure 0 270. Monitor System (TPMS). See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 273. More than one tire pressure message can appear at a time. The TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE DIC also shows the tire pressure This message displays when the values. See Driver Information 0 system is learning new tires. See Center (DIC) 128. Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 273. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Instruments and Controls 139 Vehicle Personalization Menus Language (Language) Personalization The following list of menu items may Select Language, then select from be available: the available language(s). Use the audio system controls to . Time and Date access the personalization menus Valet Mode (If Equipped) for customizing vehicle features. . Language (Language) This will lock the infotainment The following are all possible . Valet Mode system and steering wheel controls. It may also limit access to vehicle personalization features. Depending . Radio on the vehicle, some may not be storage locations (if equipped). . Vehicle available. To enable valet mode: . Bluetooth Manual Radio Controls 1. Enter a four-digit code on the . Apple CarPlay MENU : Press the center of the keypad. knob to enter menus and select . Android Auto 2. Select Enter to go to the menu items. Turn the knob to scroll . USB Auto Launch confirmation screen. through the menus. . Voice 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. o BACK : Press to return to the . Display Press LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or previous menu or exit. unlock the system. Press Back to go Touchscreen Controls . Rear Camera back to the previous menu. 1. Touch the desired feature to . Return to Factory Settings Radio display a list of available . Software Information options. Select and the following may Each menu is detailed in the display: 2. Touch to select the desired following information. feature setting. . Manage Favorites Time and Date . Number of Favorites Shown 3. Press S BACK on the Manually set the time and date. See . Audible Touch Feedback faceplate or touch S to return Clock 0 97. to the previous menu or exit. . Auto Volume Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Maximum Startup Volume Maximum Startup Volume Climate and Air Quality . Audio Cue Volume This feature sets the maximum Select and the following may startup volume. If the vehicle is display: Manage Favorites started and the volume is greater . Auto Fan Speed This allows favorites to be edited. than this level, the volume is See “Manage Favorites” in adjusted to this level. To set the . Auto Heated Seats “Settings” under “Radio” in the maximum startup volume, touch + . Auto Defog infotainment manual. or − to increase or decrease. . Engine Assist Heat Number of Favorites Shown Audio Cue Volume . Engine Assist Heat Plugged In Select to set the number of favorites This feature sets the volume of to display. audio files played at system startup Auto Fan Speed Select the desired number or select and shutdown. This feature will set the auto fan Auto and the infotainment system Select On, then select + or − to speed. will automatically adjust the number increase or decrease the volume. Select Low, Medium, or High. of favorites shown. Vehicle Auto Heated Seats Audible Touch Feedback Select and the following may When enabled, the AUTO heated This allows Audible Touch display: seat buttons on the touch screen Feedback to be turned on or off. . Climate and Air Quality will be highlighted. This feature will Select Off or On. automatically activate heated seats . Collision/Detection Systems at the level required by the interior Auto Volume . Comfort and Convenience temperature. The auto heated seats can be turned off by using the This feature adjusts the volume . Energy based on vehicle speed and heated seat buttons on the center ambient noise. . Lighting stack. Select Off, Low, Medium-Low, . Power Door Locks Select Off or On. Medium, Medium-High, or High. . Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Auto Defog Collision/Detection Systems Lane Change Alert When set to On, the front defog will Select and the following may This allows the Lane Change Alert automatically come on when the display: feature to be turned on or off. vehicle is started. . Auto Collision Preparation Select Off or On. See Lane Change 0 Select Off or On. . Rear Cross Traffic Alert Alert (LCA) 202. Engine Assist Heat . Lane Change Alert Comfort and Convenience If equipped, this feature selects the Auto Collision Preparation Select and the following may outside temperature level at which display: This feature will turn on or off the the engine may run to assist heating . Chime Volume in Electric Mode. A change in Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and selection will not take effect until Front Automatic Braking (FAB). The . Extended Hill Start Assist Off setting disables all FCA and after the vehicle is first Chime Volume powered down. FAB functions. With the Alert and Brake setting, both FCA and FAB This allows the selection of the Select On for temperatures below are available. The Alert setting chime volume level. approximately 2 °C (35 °F), or select disables FAB. See Front Automatic Select + or − to adjust the volume. Deferred for temperatures below Braking (FAB) System 0 200. approximately −10 °C (15 °F). Select Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Extended Hill Start Assist Engine Assist Heat Plugged In This allows the duration of the Hill Rear Cross Traffic Alert During remote start, this feature Start Assist to be changed. See turns on or off the ability for the This allows the Rear Cross Traffic “Extended Hill Start Assist (EHSA)” engine to run to help heat the Alert to be turned on or off. in Hill Start Assist (HSA) 0 187. vehicle when it is plugged in. Select Off or On. See Assistance Select Extended Hold or A change in setting will not take Systems for Parking or Standard Hold. effect until after the vehicle is first Backing 0 194. powered down. Select Off or On. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Energy Charge Cord Theft Alert Exit Lighting Select and the following may This allows the feature to be turned This allows the selection of how display: on or off. long the exterior lamps stay on . Location Based Charging Select Off or On. when leaving the vehicle when it is dark outside. . Energy Summary Pop-up Charge Power Loss Alert Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 . Charge Status Feedback This allows the feature to be turned Seconds, or 120 Seconds. on or off. . Charge Cord Theft Alert Power Door Locks Select Off or On. . Charge Power Loss Alert Select and the following may Location Based Charging Lighting display: This allows the feature to be turned Select and the following may . Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout display: on or off. . Auto Door Unlock Select Update Home Location, On, . Vehicle Locator Lights . Delayed Door Lock or Off. . Exit Lighting Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Energy Summary Pop-up Vehicle Locator Lights When on, this feature will keep the This allows the feature to be turned This feature will flash the exterior driver door from locking when the on or off. lamps and allows some of the door is open. If Off is selected, the Select Off or On. exterior lamps and most of the Delayed Door Lock menu will be interior lamps to turn on briefly available. Charge Status Feedback when K on the Remote Keyless Select Off or On. If the feature is on, horn chirps Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed are on. to locate the vehicle. Auto Door Unlock Select Off or On. Select Off or On. This allows selection of which of the doors will automatically unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback Passive Door Unlock When on, this feature will delay the This allows selection of what type of This allows the selection of what locking of the doors. To override the feedback is given when locking the doors will unlock when using the delay, press the power door lock vehicle with the RKE transmitter. door handle touch pad button on the switch on the door. Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights driver door to unlock the vehicle. Select Off or On. Only, or Horn Only. Select All Doors or Driver Door. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock Passive Door Lock Select and the following may This allows selection of which doors This allows passive locking to be display: will unlock when pressing K on the turned on or off and selects . Remote Unlock Light Feedback RKE transmitter. feedback. See “Passive Locking” in Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . Remote Lock Feedback Select All Doors or Driver Door. System Operation 0 29. . Remote Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Select Off, On with Horn . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats If equipped and turned on, this Chirp, or On. . Remote Window Operation feature will turn the heated seats on Remote Left in Vehicle Alert when using remote start on . Passive Door Unlock cold days. This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the . Passive Door Lock Select Off or On. vehicle. . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Remote Window Operation Select Off or On. Remote Unlock Light Feedback This allows the window to be Bluetooth When on, the exterior lamps will opened when pressing and Select and the following may flash when unlocking the vehicle holding K on the RKE transmitter. display: with the RKE transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 0 . Pair New Device Select Off or Flash Lights. System Operation 29. Select Off or On. . Device Management . Ringtones Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Voice Mail Numbers Text Message Alerts . Manage Android Auto Devices . Text Message Alerts This feature allows text messages Android Auto to be received. See “Text Pair New Device This feature allows Android devices Messaging” under “Phone” in the Select to pair a new device. See infotainment manual. to be connected to the infotainment system through a USB port. “Pairing” in “Infotainment Controls” Select Off or On. under “Bluetooth” in the infotainment Select Off or On. manual. Apple CarPlay ™ Manage Android Auto Devices Device Management Select and the following may Select to manage Android devices. display: Select to connect to a different Android Auto must be on for this phone source, disconnect a phone, . Apple CarPlay feature to be accessed. or delete a phone. . Manage Apple CarPlay Devices USB Auto Launch Ringtones Apple CarPlay This allows Android and Apple Select to change the ring tone for This feature allows Apple devices to CarPlay devices to automatically the specific phone. The phone does be connected to the infotainment connect when plugged into the not need to be connected to change system through a USB port. USB port. the ring tone. Select Off or On. Select Off or On. Voice Mail Numbers Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Voice This feature displays the voice mail number for all connected phones. Select to manage Apple devices. Select and the following may To change the voice mail number, Apple CarPlay must be on for this display: select EDIT and type in a new feature to be accessed. . Confidence Threshold number, then select SAVE. Android Auto™ . Prompt Length Select and the following may . Audio Feedback Speed display: . Display “What Can I Say?” Tips . Android Auto Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Confidence Threshold . Calibrate Touchscreen . Rear Park Assist Symbols This feature allows the adjustment . Turn Display Off Guidance Lines of the sensitivity of the speech recognition system. Mode Select to turn Off or On. See Select to change the display screen Assistance Systems for Parking or Select Confirm More or Backing 0 194. Confirm Less. for day or night driving. Select Auto, Day, or Night. Rear Park Assist Symbols Prompt Length Proximity Sensing Select to turn Off or On. See This feature adjusts the voice Assistance Systems for Parking or prompt length. When on, certain screen buttons Backing 0 194. Select Short or Long. and features will become visible when a hand approaches the Return to Factory Settings Audio Feedback Speed screen. Select and the following may This feature adjusts the audio Select Off, On, or On - Map Only. display: feedback speed. Calibrate Touchscreen . Restore Vehicle Settings Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. Select to calibrate the touchscreen, . Clear All Private Data Display “What Can I Say?” Tips then follow the prompts. . Restore Radio Settings This feature gives voice Turn Display Off Restore Vehicle Settings command tips. Select to turn the display off. Touch This allows selection of restoring Select Off or On. anywhere on the display area or vehicle settings. press any faceplate button to turn Display Select Restore or Cancel. the display on. Select and the following may Clear All Private Data display: Rear Camera This allows selection to clear all . Mode Select and the following may private information from the vehicle. display: . Proximity Sensing Select Delete or Cancel. . Guidance Lines Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Restore Radio Settings This allows selection to restore radio settings. Select Restore or Cancel. Software Information Select to view the infotainment system current software information. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Lighting 147 Lighting Exterior Lighting IntelliBeam® System If equipped, this system turns the Exterior Lamp Controls vehicle's high-beam headlamps on Exterior Lighting and off according to surrounding Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 147 traffic conditions. Headlamp High/Low-Beam The system turns the high-beam Changer ...... 149 headlamps on when it is dark Flash-to-Pass ...... 149 enough and there is no other traffic Daytime Running present. Lamps (DRL) ...... 149 Automatic Headlamp System ...... 149 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 150 Turn and Lane-Change The exterior lamp control is on the Signals ...... 151 instrument panel to the left of the Interior Lighting steering column. Instrument Panel Illumination There are four positions. This light comes on in the Control ...... 151 instrument cluster when the O : Turns the exterior lamps off. Dome Lamps ...... 152 IntelliBeam system is enabled. Reading Lamps ...... 152 AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on Lighting Features and off automatically depending on outside lighting. Entry Lighting ...... 153 Exit Lighting ...... 153 ; : Turns on the parking lamps Battery Power Protection . . . . . 153 including all lamps, except the headlamps. 5 : Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Turning On and Enabling Keep this area of the windshield on to indicate the IntelliBeam IntelliBeam clear of debris to allow for best system is reactivated. See system performance. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer 0 149 and The high-beam headlamps remain 0 on, under the automatic control, Flash-to-Pass 149. until one of the following situations The high beams may not turn off occurs: automatically if the system cannot . The system detects an detect another vehicle's lamps approaching vehicle's because of any of the following: headlamps. . The other vehicle's lamps are . The system detects a preceding missing, damaged, obstructed To enable the IntelliBeam system, vehicle's taillamps. from view, or otherwise undetected. press b on the turn signal lever . The outside light is bright when the exterior lamp control is in enough that high-beam . The other vehicle's lamps are the AUTO or 5 position. The blue headlamps are not required. covered with dirt, snow, and/or road spray. high-beam on light appears on the . The vehicle's speed drops below instrument cluster when the high 20 km/h (12 mph). . The other vehicle's lamps cannot beams are on. be detected due to dense . The IntelliBeam system is exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road Driving with IntelliBeam disabled by the high/low-beam spray, mist, or other airborne The system only activates the high changer or the flash-to-pass obstructions. feature. If this happens, beams when driving over 40 km/h . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, (25 mph). press b on the turn signal cracked, or obstructed by There is a sensor near the top lever when the exterior lamp something that blocks the view center of the windshield that control is in the AUTO or 5 of the light sensor. automatically controls the system. position to reactivate the IntelliBeam system. The instrument cluster light will come Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. The vehicle is loaded such that Flash-to-Pass When the exterior lamp control is the front end points upward, turned to the headlamp position, the causing the light sensor to aim The flash-to-pass feature works with low-beam headlamps come on. The high and not detect headlamps the low beams or Daytime Running other lamps that come on with the and taillamps. Lamps (DRL) on or off. headlamps will also come on. . The vehicle is being driven on To flash the high beams, pull the When the vehicle is on and you are winding or hilly roads. turn signal lever toward you stopped, the DRL can be turned off momentarily and then release it. The IntelliBeam system may need to by moving the shift lever to P (Park). The DRL will stay off until the shift be disabled if any of the above Daytime Running conditions exist. lever is moved out of the P (Park) Lamps (DRL) position. Headlamp High/ The DRL system comes on in The regular headlamp system Low-Beam Changer daylight when the following should be turned on when needed. conditions are met: 2 3 : Push the turn signal lever Automatic Headlamp . The vehicle is on. away from you and release, to turn System the high beams on. To return to low . The exterior lamp control is in beams, push the lever again or pull the automatic position. When the exterior lamp control is it toward you and release. set to AUTO and it is dark enough . The electric drive unit is not in outside, the headlamps come on P (Park). automatically. . The light sensor determines it is daytime. Fully functional DRL are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. When the DRL are on, the taillamps, This indicator light turns on in the sidemarker lamps, instrument panel instrument cluster when the lights, and other lamps will not be high-beam headlamps are on. on. The instrument cluster will be lit. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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bright as usual. Make sure the Hazard Warning Flashers instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 151. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp control is turned to O or the ignition There is a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Do not cover the is off. sensor, otherwise the headlamps Lights On with Wipers will come on when they are not | : Press to make the front and needed. If the windshield wipers are rear turn signal lamps flash on and activated in daylight with the vehicle The system may also turn on the off. This warns others that you are pushbutton start in the ON/RUN having trouble. headlamps when driving through a position, and the exterior lamp parking garage or tunnel. control is in AUTO, the headlamps, Press | again to turn the If the vehicle is started in a dark parking lamps, and other exterior flashers off. garage, the automatic headlamp lamps come on. The transition time system comes on immediately. If it for the lamps coming on varies is light outside when the vehicle based on wiper speed. When the leaves the garage, there is a slight wipers are not operating, these delay before the automatic lamps turn off. Move the exterior headlamp system changes to the lamp control to O or ; to disable DRL. During that delay, the this feature. instrument cluster may not be as Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Lighting 151 Turn and Lane-Change Raise or lower the lever until the Interior Lighting arrow starts to flash to signal a lane Signals change. Hold it there until the lane change is complete. If the lever is Instrument Panel moved momentarily to the lane Illumination Control change position, the arrow will flash three times. The lever returns to its starting position when it is released. If after signaling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or does not come on, a signal bulb Move the lever all the way up or may be burned out. down to signal a turn. Have any burned out bulbs An arrow on the instrument cluster replaced. If a bulb is not burned out, The brightness of the instrument will flash in the direction of the turn check the fuse. See Instrument panel cluster display, infotainment or lane change. Panel Fuse Block 0 258. display and controls, steering wheel controls, and all other illuminated controls, as well as feature status indicators can be adjusted. The knob for this feature is on the instrument panel beside the steering column. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the lights. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Dome Lamps + ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome lamps on manually. Reading Lamps There are front and rear reading lamps.

The rear reading lamps are in the headliner. The dome lamp controls are in the Press the button near each lamp to overhead console. turn the rear reading lamps on To operate, press the following or off. buttons: j OFF : Press to turn off the The front reading lamps are in the dome lamps when a door is open. overhead console. An LED indicator on the button will turn on when the dome lamp Press the lamp lenses to turn the override is activated. Press j front reading lamps on or off. OFF again to deactivate this feature and the LED indicator will turn off. The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Lighting 153 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. lights turn on briefly at night when If the exterior lamps or any interior the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) lamp is left on and the vehicle is transmitter K is pressed. The lights turned off, the battery rundown turn off immediately when POWER protection system automatically O is pressed or automatically after a turns the lamps off after about brief period. 10 minutes. Exit Lighting Some exterior lamps come on at night when the vehicle is turned off and the driver door is opened. Some interior lights also come on when the vehicle is turned off. The exterior lamps and interior lights remain on after the door is closed for a brief period and then turn off. The exit lighting feature can be changed. See Vehicle Personalization 0 139. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

154 Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment Your vehicle has an infotainment Introduction system. See the infotainment Infotainment ...... 154 manual. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Climate Controls 155 Climate Control defrost capability obtained by Climate Controls running the engine, even if the high Systems voltage battery is adequately Climate Control Systems charged. Under these conditions, the engine will start and use fuel. Automatic Climate Control Automatic Climate Make sure there is fuel in the tank. System ...... 155 Control System Do not allow the vehicle to remain in Air Vents The heating, cooling, and ventilation extreme temperatures for long Air Vents ...... 160 for the vehicle can be controlled periods without being driven or with this system. Maintenance plugged in. Passenger Compartment Air The vehicle may require the use of Filter ...... 160 an auxiliary heat source under certain cold conditions. This provides additional heating and Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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climate control settings may not have a noticeable effect on the vehicle electric range and fuel economy. When in Fan Only mode, the AUTO indicator light will be on. When AUTO is selected in Fan Only mode, the mode will change to either eco or MAX. When in Fan Only mode, the air conditioning system may turn on automatically if the high voltage battery is being cooled. The climate 1. Manual Fan Control Knob 12. Rear Window Defogger control system could blow cold air. 2. MAX Defrost Climate Mode Operation This is normal. To prevent cold air from blowing into the interior, turn off 3. Defrost/Defog There are three climate mode the fan control and select the vent 4. AUTO (Automatic Operation) settings: Fan Only, eco, and MAX. mode and manual recirculation These settings adjust the impact the mode, and close the air vents. 5. Recirculation climate control system has on the 6. eco Climate Mode Button vehicle's electric range or fuel When in Fan Only mode, if Auto economy. Defog is enabled, the air 7. Temperature Control Knob conditioning and electric heat may To select a climate mode, turn on when high humidity 8. Driver and Passenger Heated press eco. Seats (If Equipped) conditions exist. See “Climate and Fan Only Mode : To select this Air Quality” under Vehicle 9. MAX Climate Mode Button mode, turn off both eco and MAX Personalization 0 139 for more 10. Power Button mode. The air conditioning and information on the Auto Defog 11. Air Delivery Mode Controls electric heat are turned off. As long selection. The air conditioning may as 0 MAX is not selected, the also run if 0 is selected. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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eco Mode : Press eco to select this Automatic Operation control. Press AUTO to return to mode and the indicator will be lit. The system automatically controls automatic operation. Press O to turn The air conditioning and electric the fan speed, air delivery mode, off the fan and the climate control heat are controlled to balance and recirculation to heat or cool the system. comfort with fuel economy. As long vehicle to the selected temperature. If the power is turned off while in as 0 MAX is not selected, the When the AUTO indicator light is eco or MAX mode, the display will vehicle electric range or fuel automatically change to Fan Only economy will decrease less than in on, the system is in full automatic operation. If the air delivery mode or mode. If the fan speed is increased MAX mode, but will result in or AUTO is pressed, the climate moderate comfort. fan speed setting is adjusted, the AUTO indicator turns off and the mode will revert back to eco or MAX Mode : Press MAX to select selected settings display. MAX mode. this mode and the indicator will be For automatic operation: Temperature Control : Turn the lit. The air conditioning and electric knob clockwise or counterclockwise 1. Press AUTO. heat are controlled to reach the best to increase or decrease the comfort level based on the 2. Set the temperature. An initial temperature setting. temperature setting selected. In this setting of 23 °C (74 °F) is Air Delivery Mode Control : Press mode, vehicle electric range or fuel recommended. Allow the d and c or a combination of economy will decrease depending system time to stabilize. Adjust the buttons to change the direction on the amount of energy required to the temperature as needed. reach the best comfort levels. of the airflow. The indicator light in Manual Operation the button will turn on. The current The air conditioning and electric mode appears in the display screen. heat could be on at the same time O : Press to turn the climate control when dehumidification is required in system on and off. Pressing any of the air delivery buttons cancels automatic air eco or MAX modes. : Turn the knob clockwise or A delivery control and the direction of counterclockwise to increase or The air conditioning may also run if the airflow can be controlled decrease the fan speed. The fan 0 MAX is selected, regardless of manually. Press AUTO to return to speed setting appears on the the climate mode. automatic operation. display screen. Manually adjusting the fan speed cancels automatic fan Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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To change the current mode, select inside of the vehicle or to reduce the M on the center stack. When the one or more of the following: entry of outside air and odors. The vehicle is on, this feature will 0 : Clears the windows of fog or recirculation mode is not available in automatically activate the heated moisture. Air is directed to the Defrost or Defog modes. seats at the level required by the windshield. Pressing this button cancels vehicle's interior temperature. The automatic recirculation. Press AUTO active high, medium, low, or off d : Air is directed to the instrument heated seat level will be indicated panel outlets. to return to automatic operation; recirculation runs automatically as by the manual heated seat button c : Air is directed to the floor needed. lights on the center stack. See outlets. Heated Front Seats 0 53 and Auto Defog : The system will Vehicle Personalization 0 139. 0 MAX : Air is directed to the monitor high humidity inside the windshield and the fan runs at a vehicle. When high humidity is Rear Window Defogger higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared detected, the climate control system K : Press to turn the rear window from the windshield more quickly. may adjust to outside air supply and defogger on or off. An indicator light When the button is pressed again, turn on the air conditioner or the on the button comes on to show that the system returns to the previous heater. The fan speed may slightly the rear window defogger is on. mode setting. increase to help prevent fogging. For best results, clear all snow and When high humidity is no longer The defogger only works when the ice from the windshield before detected, the system will return to vehicle is in ON/RUN. The defogger defrosting. its prior operation. To turn Auto will turn off if the vehicle is Defog off or on, see “Climate and turned off. If 0 MAX is selected in eco or Air Quality” under Vehicle If equipped with heated outside 0 MAX mode, air conditioning or Personalization 139. rearview mirrors, they turn on when electric heat may turn on and have L or M : If equipped, press L or M the rear window defogger button is a noticeable effect on vehicle to heat the driver or passenger seat. on and help to clear fog or frost from electric range and fuel economy. See Heated Front Seats 0 53. the surface of the mirror. See @ Heated Mirrors 0 45. : Press to turn on recirculation. Auto Heated Seats : If equipped. An indicator light comes on. Air is the controls can be accessed while recirculated to quickly cool the the vehicle is on by pressing L or Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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conditioning and/or high voltage Humidity Sensor Caution battery cooling operation, without The humidity sensor is near the running the engine. Do not try to clear frost or other base of the inside rearview mirror. material from the inside of the The compressor operating speed is The climate control system uses the front windshield and rear window not tied to the engine speed, so sensor information to adjust the with a razor blade or anything some noise may be heard from the temperature and recirculation for else that is sharp. This may compressor, especially when air best comfort. damage the rear window conditioning use is high and the engine has turned off. This is Outside Air Temperature Sensor defogger grid and affect the normal. The outside air temperature sensor radio's ability to pick up stations is behind the front grille of the clearly. The repairs would not be Sensors vehicle. The vehicle uses the sensor covered by the vehicle warranty. Solar Sensor information to display outside air temperature. The climate control The solar sensor is on top of the Remote Start : The climate control system uses the information to instrument panel, near the system may be started by using the adjust the climate system operation. windshield, where it monitors solar Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) intensity. transmitter. The climate control system will default to an appropriate The climate control system uses the heating or cooling mode. See sensor information to adjust the Remote Start 0 35. temperature, fan speed, recirculation, and air delivery mode The rear window defogger turns on for best comfort. if it is cold outside. Do not cover the sensor; otherwise Compressor the automatic climate control system The vehicle has an electric powered may not work properly. air conditioning compressor. This allows for continuous air Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

160 Climate Controls Air Vents Operation Tips Maintenance . Keep all outlets open whenever possible for best system Passenger Compartment performance. Air Filter . Keep the path under all seats clear of objects to help circulate The filter removes dust, pollen, and the air inside the vehicle more other airborne irritants from outside effectively. air that is pulled into the vehicle. . Use of non-GM approved hood The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. deflectors can adversely affect 0 the performance of the system. See Maintenance Schedule 317. To find out what type of filter to use, . Do not attach any devices to the see Maintenance Replacement air vent slats. This restricts Parts 0 327. Use the louvers on the air vents to airflow and may cause damage change the direction of the airflow, to the air vents. or to open and close off the airflow. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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1. Open the glove box door (1) completely. Grasp the edges of the side instrument panel trim (2) and pull to remove from the instrument panel.

3. Release the retainer clips holding the service door. Open the service door and remove the old filter. 4. Install the new air filter. 2. Remove the five screws and 5. Close the service door and pull the entire glove box toward attach the retainer clips. you to release completely. The 6. Reverse the steps to reinstall service door can now be the glove box. accessed. See your dealer if additional assistance is needed. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

162 Driving and Operating Driving and Electric Vehicle Operating Cruise Control Modes Cruise Control ...... 191 Operating System Operation ...... 177 Electric Mode ...... 177 Driver Assistance Systems Extended Range Mode ...... 177 Driver Assistance Systems . . . 194 Driving Information Driver Selected Operating Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing ...... 194 Distracted Driving ...... 163 Modes ...... 178 Out of Fuel/Engine Assistance Systems for Defensive Driving ...... 164 Driving ...... 198 Drunk Driving ...... 164 Unavailable ...... 180 Maintenance Modes ...... 181 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Control of a Vehicle ...... 164 System ...... 198 Braking ...... 164 Front Automatic Braking (FAB) Steering ...... 165 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...... 183 System ...... 200 Off-Road Recovery ...... 165 Side Blind Zone Loss of Control ...... 166 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...... 183 Alert (SBZA) ...... 202 Driving on Wet Roads ...... 166 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 202 Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 167 Electric Drive Unit Lane Departure Winter Driving ...... 168 Electric Drive Unit ...... 184 Warning (LDW) ...... 204 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 169 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 204 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 169 Brakes Antilock Brake Charging Starting and Operating System (ABS) ...... 185 Plug-In Charging ...... 206 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 172 Electric Parking Brake ...... 186 Delayed Charging Override . . . 208 Power Button ...... 172 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 187 Charging Status Feedback . . . 208 Starting and Stopping the Regenerative Braking ...... 188 Charge Cord ...... 213 Vehicle ...... 174 Ride Control Systems Utility Interruption of Retained Accessory Charging ...... 219 Traction Control/Electronic Power (RAP) ...... 175 Electrical Requirements for Stability Control ...... 189 Shifting Into Park ...... 175 Battery Charging ...... 220 Shifting out of Park ...... 176 Driver Mode Control ...... 191 Parking over Things Fuel That Burn ...... 177 Fuel ...... 221 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Driving and Operating 163 California Fuel Driving Information . Become familiar with vehicle Requirements ...... 221 features before driving, such as Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 222 programming favorite radio Fuel Additives ...... 222 Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate Filling the Tank ...... 222 Distraction comes in many forms control and seat settings. Filling a Portable Fuel and can take your focus from the Program all trip information into Container ...... 224 task of driving. Exercise good any navigation device prior to driving. Trailer Towing judgment and do not let other General Towing activities divert your attention away . Wait until the vehicle is parked Information ...... 225 from the road. Many local to retrieve items that have fallen governments have enacted laws to the floor. Conversions and Add-Ons regarding driver distraction. Become Add-On Electrical familiar with the local laws in . Stop or park the vehicle to tend Equipment ...... 225 your area. to children. To avoid distracted driving, always . Keep pets in an appropriate keep your eyes on the road, hands carrier or restraint. on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Avoid stressful conversations . Do not use a phone in while driving, whether with a demanding driving situations. passenger or on a cell phone. Use a hands-free method to place or receive necessary { Warning phone calls. Taking your eyes off the road too . Watch the road. Do not read, long or too often could cause a take notes, or look up crash resulting in injury or death. information on phones or other Focus your attention on driving. electronic devices. . Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Refer to the separate Infotainment Drunk Driving Braking system manual for more information on using that system, including Death and injury associated with Braking action involves perception pairing and using a cell phone. drinking and driving is a global time and reaction time. Deciding to tragedy. push the brake pedal is perception If equipped, refer to the navigation time. Actually doing it is manual for information on that reaction time. system, including pairing and using { Warning a cell phone. Average driver reaction time is Drinking and then driving is very about three-quarters of a second. In Defensive Driving dangerous. Your reflexes, that time, a vehicle moving at perceptions, attentiveness, and 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m Defensive driving means “always judgment can be affected by even (66 ft), which could be a lot of expect the unexpected.” The first a small amount of alcohol. You distance in an emergency. step in driving defensively is to wear can have a serious or even — Helpful braking tips to keep in mind the safety belt. See Safety fatal collision if you drive after — include: Belts 0 56. drinking. . Keep enough distance between . Assume that other road users Do not drink and drive or ride with you and the vehicle in front (pedestrians, bicyclists, and a driver who has been drinking. of you. other drivers) are going to be Ride home in a cab; or if you are careless and make mistakes. with a group, designate a driver . Avoid needless heavy braking. Anticipate what they might do who will not drink. . Keep pace with traffic. and be ready. Power brake assist is available . Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle unless the 12-volt battery drains or between you and the driver in there is a fault in the brake front of you. Braking, steering, and accelerating computer. . Focus on the task of driving. are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Steering Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery Electric Power Steering . Take curves at a reasonable speed. The vehicle has electric power steering. It does not have power . Reduce speed before entering a steering fluid. Regular maintenance curve. is not required. . Maintain a reasonable steady If power steering assist is lost due speed through the curve. to a system malfunction, the vehicle . Wait until the vehicle is out of can be steered, but may require the curve before accelerating increased effort. gently into the straightaway. See your dealer if there is a Steering in Emergencies problem. . There are some situations when If the steering wheel is turned until it steering around a problem may The vehicle's right wheels can drop reaches the end of its travel and is be more effective than braking. off the edge of a road onto the held against that position for an . Holding both sides of the shoulder while driving. Follow extended period of time, power these tips: steering assist may be reduced. steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing 1. Ease off the accelerator and If the steering assist is used for an a hand. then, if there is nothing in the extended period of time, power way, steer the vehicle so that it assist may be reduced. . The Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while straddles the edge of the Normal use of the power steering braking. pavement. assist should return when the 2. Turn the steering wheel about system cools down. one-eighth of a turn, until the See specific vehicle steering right front tire contacts the messages under Service Vehicle pavement edge. Messages 0 137. See your dealer if there is a problem. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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3. Turn the steering wheel to go The vehicle may straighten out. Driving on Wet Roads straight down the roadway. Be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Rain and wet roads can reduce Loss of Control vehicle traction and affect your . Slow down and adjust your ability to stop and accelerate. Skidding driving according to weather Always drive slower in these types conditions. Stopping distance of driving conditions and avoid There are three types of skids that can be longer and vehicle driving through large puddles and correspond to the vehicle's three control can be affected when deep-standing or flowing water. control systems: traction is reduced by water, snow, ice, gravel, or other . Braking Skid — wheels are not { Warning rolling. material on the road. Learn to recognize warning clues — such Wet brakes can cause crashes. . Steering or Cornering Skid — as enough water, ice, or packed They might not work as well in a too much speed or steering in a snow on the road to make a quick stop and could cause curve causes tires to slip and mirrored surface and slow — pulling to one side. You could lose cornering force. down when you have any doubt. lose control of the vehicle. . Acceleration Skid — too much . Try to avoid sudden steering, throttle causes the driving acceleration, or braking, After driving through a large wheels to spin. including reducing vehicle speed puddle of water or a car/vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by shifting to a low gear or by wash, lightly apply the brake by taking reasonable care suited to using Regen on Demand. Any pedal until the brakes work existing conditions, and by not sudden changes could cause normally. overdriving those conditions. But the tires to slide. Flowing or rushing water creates skids are always possible. Remember: Antilock brakes help strong forces. Driving through If the vehicle starts to slide, follow avoid only the braking skid. flowing water could cause the these suggestions: vehicle to be carried away. If this happens, you and other vehicle . Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and steer the (Continued) way you want the vehicle to go. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Keep the windshield washer fluid Warning (Continued) reservoir filled. Warning (Continued) occupants could drown. Do not . Have good tires with proper to do all the work of slowing down ignore police warnings and be tread depth. See Tires 0 263. the vehicle and could become too very cautious about trying to drive . Turn off cruise control. hot. Hot brakes may not be able through flowing water. to slow the vehicle enough to Hill and Mountain Roads maintain speed and control. You Hydroplaning could crash. Always have the Driving on steep hills or through vehicle running and in gear mountains is different than driving Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water (preferably LOW range) when on flat or rolling terrain. See can build up under the vehicle's going downhill. This will allow the tires so they actually ride on the “Mountain Mode” under Driver Selected Operating Modes 0 178. electric drive unit to assist in water. This can happen if the road is slowing and maintaining speed. wet enough and you are going fast Tips include: enough. When the vehicle is . Keep the vehicle serviced and in hydroplaning, it has little or no good shape. . Drive at speeds to keep the contact with the road. vehicle in its own lane. Do not . Check all fluid levels and brakes, swing wide or cross the There is no hard and fast rule about tires, cooling system, and center line. hydroplaning. The best advice is to electric drive unit. slow down when the road is wet. . Be alert on top of hills. . Keep the vehicle in gear when Something could be in your lane Other Rainy Weather Tips going down steep or long hills. (e.g., stalled car, accident). Besides slowing down, other wet . Pay attention to special road weather driving tips include: { Warning signs (e.g., falling rocks area, . Allow extra following distance. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) or with the vehicle turned off is . Pass with caution. and take appropriate action. dangerous. The brakes will have . Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Winter Driving clear roads in shaded areas. The surface of a curve or an Warning (Continued) Driving on Snow or Ice overpass can remain icy when cannot be seen or smelled. It can Snow or ice between the tires and the surrounding roads are clear. Avoid sudden steering cause unconsciousness and even the road creates less traction or death. grip, so drive carefully. Wet ice can maneuvers and braking while occur at about 0 °C (32 °F) when on ice. If the vehicle is stuck in snow: freezing rain begins to fall. Avoid . Turn off cruise control. . Clear snow from the base of driving on wet ice or in freezing rain Stay with the vehicle unless there is the vehicle, especially any until roads can be treated. help nearby. If possible, use blocking the exhaust pipe. For slippery road driving: Roadside Assistance. See Roadside . Open a window about 5 cm Assistance Program 0 337. To get Accelerate gently. Accelerating (2 in) on the vehicle side . help and keep everyone in the too quickly causes the wheels to that is away from the wind, vehicle safe: spin and makes the surface to bring in fresh air. under the tires slick. . Turn on the hazard warning . Fully open the air outlets on flashers. . Turn on Traction Control. See or under the instrument Traction Control/Electronic . Tie a red cloth to an outside panel. Stability Control 0 189. mirror. . Adjust the climate control . The Antilock Brake System system to circulate the air (ABS) improves vehicle stability { Warning inside the vehicle and set during hard stops, but the the fan speed to the highest brakes should be applied sooner Snow can trap engine exhaust setting. See “Climate than when on dry pavement. under the vehicle. This may Control Systems.” cause exhaust gases to get See Antilock Brake System For more information about CO, inside. Engine exhaust contains (ABS) 0 185. see Engine Exhaust 0 183. carbon monoxide (CO), which . Allow greater following distance and watch for slippery spots. Icy (Continued) patches can occur on otherwise Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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To save fuel, start the vehicle for Rocking the Vehicle to Get vehicle capacity weight and short periods to warm the vehicle it Out includes the weight of all and then shut the engine off and Turn the steering wheel left and occupants, cargo, and all partially close the window. Moving nonfactory-installed options. about to keep warm also helps. right to clear the area around the front wheels. Shift back and forth Two labels on the vehicle may If the Vehicle Is Stuck between R (Reverse) and a forward show how much weight it may gear, spinning the wheels as little as properly carry: the Tire and Slowly and cautiously spin the possible. The Traction Control Loading Information label and wheels to free the vehicle when System prevents the tires from the Certification label. stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. spinning at high speeds. To prevent electric drive unit wear, wait until the The Traction Control System (TCS) { Warning must be turned off by pressing the wheels stop spinning before shifting TCS/ESC button. Traction control is gears. Release the accelerator Do not load the vehicle any not completely off, but will only pedal while shifting, and press heavier than the Gross lightly on the accelerator pedal engage if the maneuver can cause Vehicle Weight Rating damage to the electric drive unit. when the electric drive unit is in gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in (GVWR), or either the the forward and reverse directions maximum front or rear Gross { Warning causes a rocking motion that could Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). free the vehicle. If that does not get This can cause systems to If the vehicle's tires spin at high the vehicle out after a few tries, it break and change the way the speed, they can explode, and you might need to be towed out. If the or others could be injured. The vehicle handles. This could vehicle does need to be towed out, cause loss of control and a vehicle can overheat, causing an see Towing the Vehicle 0 303. engine compartment fire or other crash. Overloading can also damage. Spin the wheels as little Vehicle Load Limits reduce stopping distance, as possible and avoid going damage the tires, and shorten above 56 km/h (35 mph). It is very important to know how the life of the vehicle. much weight the vehicle can carry. This weight is called the Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Tire and Loading Information equipment tires (3) and the 3. Subtract the combined Label recommended cold tire inflation weight of the driver and pressures (4). For more passengers from XXX kg or information on tires and inflation XXX lbs. see Tires 0 263 and Tire 0 4. The resulting figure equals Pressure 270. the available amount of There is also important loading cargo and luggage load information on the Certification capacity. For example, if the label. It may show the Gross "XXX" amount equals Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 1400 lbs. and there will be and the Gross Axle Weight five 150 lb passengers in Rating (GAWR) for the front and your vehicle, the amount of rear axle. See “Certification available cargo and luggage Label Example Label” later in this section. load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = A vehicle-specific Tire and Steps for Determining Correct “ 650 lbs.) Loading Information label is Load Limit– attached to the vehicle's center 5. Determine the combined 1. Locate the statement "The weight of luggage and cargo pillar (B-pillar). The Tire and combined weight of being loaded on the vehicle. Loading Information label shows occupants and cargo should That weight may not safely the number of occupant seating never exceed XXX kg or exceed the available cargo positions (1), and the maximum XXX lbs." on your vehicle s ’ and luggage load capacity vehicle capacity weight (2) in placard. kilograms and pounds. calculated in Step 4. 2. Determine the combined The Tire and Loading 6. If your vehicle will be towing weight of the driver and Information label also shows the a trailer, load from your passengers that will be tire size of the original trailer will be transferred to riding in your vehicle. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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your vehicle. Consult this 3. Available Occupant and manual to determine how Cargo Weight = 317 kg this reduces the available (700 lbs). cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.” This vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer.

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1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg Example 2 (1,000 lbs). 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight 2. Subtract Occupant for Example 2 = 453 kg Weight @ 91 kg (1,000 lbs). (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg Example 1 2. Subtract Occupant (1,000 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) = 0 kg (0 lbs). for Example 1 = 453 kg × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs). (1,000 lbs). 3. Available Cargo Weight Refer to the vehicle's Tire and 2. Subtract Occupant = 113 kg (250 lbs). Loading Information label for Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) specific information about the × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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weight of the driver, passengers, { Warning Starting and and cargo should never exceed Operating the vehicle's capacity weight. Things inside the vehicle can Certification Label strike and injure people in a New Vehicle Break-In sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. The vehicle does not require a break-in period. Vehicle break-in is . Put things in the cargo performed during manufacturing. area of the vehicle. In the cargo area, put them as Power Button far forward as possible. Try to spread the weight evenly. . Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that Label Example some of them are above A vehicle-specific Certification the tops of the seats. label is attached to the vehicle's . Do not leave an center pillar (B-pillar). The label unsecured child restraint may show the gross weight in the vehicle. capacity of the vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating . Secure loose items in the The vehicle has an electronic (GVWR). The GVWR includes vehicle. pushbutton start. The POWER O the weight of the vehicle, all . Do not leave a seat light flashes when the driver door is occupants, fuel, and cargo. folded down unless open and the vehicle is not on. The needed. flashing light will eventually time out. The light is on steady when in ON/ Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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RUN power mode. When the vehicle Service Only Mode STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF : is turned off, the POWER O light This power mode is available for To turn the vehicle off, press will turn off. service and diagnostics, and to POWER O with the vehicle in The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) verify the proper operation of the P (Park). Retained Accessory Power transmitter must be in the vehicle for malfunction indicator lamp as may (RAP) will remain active until the be required for emission inspection driver door is opened. See Retained the system to operate. If the vehicle 0 will not start, place the RKE purposes. With the vehicle off, and Accessory Power (RAP) 175. transmitter in the transmitter pocket. the brake pedal not applied, When turning off the vehicle, if the See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) pressing and holding POWER O for vehicle is not in P (Park), the vehicle System Operation 0 29. more than five seconds will place will go to ACC/ACCESSORY and display the message SHIFT TO ON/RUN : This position is for the vehicle in Service Only Mode. The instruments and audio systems PARK in the Driver Information starting and driving. With the vehicle Center (DIC). See Electric Drive off, and the brake pedal applied, will operate as they do in ON/RUN, 0 but the vehicle will not be able to be Unit Messages 132. pressing POWER O once will place driven. The propulsion system will If the vehicle must be shut off in an the vehicle in ON/RUN. When the not start in Service Only Mode. emergency: READY light is on in the instrument Press the button again to turn the 1. Brake using a firm and steady cluster, the vehicle is ready to be vehicle off. driven. This could take up to pressure. Do not pump the 15 seconds at extremely cold brakes. Caution temperatures. See Vehicle Ready 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). 0 Light 115. The engine will only Service Only Mode will discharge This can be done while the start if needed. If the vehicle did not the 12-volt battery. Do not use vehicle is moving. After shifting start, the instrument cluster will Service Only Mode for an to N (Neutral), firmly apply the display a screen with inactive fuel extended period, or the vehicle brakes and steer the vehicle to and battery gauges. See Starting a safe location. and Stopping the Vehicle 0 174. may not start. 3. Come to a complete stop, shift to P (Park), and turn the vehicle off by pressing POWER O. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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4. Set the parking brake. See displays in the Driver Information Electric Parking Brake 0 186. Caution Center (DIC). See Key and Lock Messages 0 133. Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the { Warning vehicle is moving or the electric If the vehicle will not start due to a drive unit could be damaged. low RKE transmitter battery, the Turning off the vehicle while vehicle can still be driven. See moving may disable the airbags. Shift to P (Park) only when the vehicle is stopped. “Starting the Vehicle with a Low While driving, only shut the Transmitter Battery” in Remote propulsion system off in an Keyless Entry (RKE) System emergency. Operation 0 29. Caution A Welcome, Ready, and Good-bye If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, If you add electrical parts or audio message will be heard in the and must be shut off while driving, accessories, you could change vehicle and animated on the press and hold POWER O for the way the vehicle operates. Any instrument cluster when opening the longer than two seconds, or press resulting damage would not be driver door upon entry, when the twice in five seconds. covered by the vehicle warranty. vehicle is ready to be driven, and See Add-On Electrical when the vehicle is turned off. Starting and Stopping the Equipment 0 225. The instrument cluster displays an Vehicle active fuel and/or battery gauge, The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) along with an audio startup cue, Computers determine when the when the vehicle is ready to be engine needs to run. The engine transmitter must be in the vehicle. Press the brake pedal and press driven. This could take up to may start, if required, when the O 15 seconds at extremely cold propulsion system is on. and release POWER . temperatures. The engine will only Starting Procedure If the RKE transmitter is not in the start if needed. If the vehicle did not vehicle or something is interfering start, the instrument cluster will Move the shift lever to P (Park) or with the transmitter, a message display a screen with inactive fuel N (Neutral). The propulsion system and battery gauges. See Starting will not start in any other position. and Stopping the Vehicle 0 174. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Restarting Procedure Stopping Procedure Leaving the Vehicle with the If the vehicle must be restarted For information on how to turn the Propulsion System On while it is still moving, move the shift vehicle off, see Power Button 0 172. lever to N (Neutral) and press { Warning POWER O twice without pressing Retained Accessory the brake pedal. The propulsion Power (RAP) It can be dangerous to leave the system will not restart in any other vehicle with the propulsion position. The following features will operate system running. It could overheat for up to 10 minutes or until the and catch fire. Forced Engine On driver door is opened: It is dangerous to get out of the Some vehicle conditions that force . Audio System vehicle if the shift lever is not fully the engine to run: . Accessory Power Outlets in P (Park) with the parking brake . There are cold ambient firmly set. The vehicle can roll. temperatures. Power windows will operate for up to 10 minutes or until any door is Do not leave the vehicle when the . The hood is open or not opened. propulsion system is running. completely latched while the If you have left the propulsion vehicle is not in N (Neutral). Shifting Into Park system running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others . The high voltage battery has a 1. Hold the brake pedal down and low charge. could be injured. To be sure the set the parking brake. See vehicle will not move, even when . The engine needs to run for Electric Parking Brake 0 186. you are on fairly level ground, maintenance. 2. Move the shift lever into always set the parking brake and See Maintenance Modes 0 181. P (Park) by pushing the lever move the shift lever to P (Park). A chime will sound if the driver door all the way toward the front of See Shifting Into Park 0 175. is opened while the vehicle is in ON/ the vehicle. RUN. Always press POWER O to 3. Turn the vehicle off. If you have to leave the vehicle with turn the vehicle off before exiting. the propulsion system on, be sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and the Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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parking brake is firmly set before Shifting out of Park If the vehicle has an uncharged you leave it. After you have moved 12-volt battery or a 12-volt battery the shift lever into P (Park), hold To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle with low voltage, try charging or down the regular brake pedal. See if must be in ON/RUN, the brake jump starting the 12-volt battery. you can move the shift lever away pedal must be applied, and the See Battery - North America 0 246 from P (Park) without first pulling it charge cord must be unplugged. or Jump Starting - North toward you. If you can, it means that The vehicle has an electronic shift America 0 297. the shift lever was not fully locked lock release system. The shift lock If the shift lever cannot be moved into P (Park). release is designed to: out of P (Park): Torque Lock . Prevent the vehicle from turning 1. Apply and maintain the regular off unless the shift lever is in Torque lock is when the weight of brakes. P (Park). the vehicle puts too much force on 2. Turn the vehicle on using . Prevent moving the shift lever the parking pawl in the electric drive POWER O. See Power unit. This happens when parking on out of P (Park), unless the Button 0 172. a hill and shifting the electric drive vehicle is in ON/RUN, the brake unit into P (Park) is not done pedal is applied, and the charge 3. Let up on the shift lever and properly and then it is difficult to cord is unplugged. make sure the shift lever is shift out of P (Park). To prevent Parking the vehicle in extreme cold pushed all the way into torque lock, set the parking brake for several days without the charge P (Park). and then shift into P (Park). cord connected may cause the 4. Press the shift lever button. If torque lock does occur, your electric drive unit to be locked in 5. Move the shift lever into the vehicle may need to be pushed P (Park) until the propulsion system desired gear. uphill by another vehicle to relieve has warmed sufficiently. If you still cannot move the shift the parking pawl pressure, so you The shift lock is always functional can shift out of P (Park). lever from P (Park), see your dealer except in the case of an uncharged or a professional towing service. or low charged 12-volt battery (less than 9 volts). Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Driving and Operating 177 Parking over Things Electric Vehicle mode, the vehicle is powered by electrical energy stored in the high That Burn Operating Modes voltage battery. The vehicle can operate in this mode until the { Warning System Operation battery has reached a low charge. Things that can burn could touch This vehicle is an Extended Range There are some conditions when the hot exhaust parts under the Electric Vehicle (EREV). It uses an battery charge is high enough to vehicle and ignite. Do not park electric propulsion system to drive provide Electric Mode operation, but over papers, leaves, dry grass, the vehicle at all times. Electricity is the engine still runs. They are: or other things that can burn. the vehicle's primary source of . Cold ambient temperatures. energy, while gasoline is the secondary source. . Hot or cold high voltage battery temperatures. The vehicle has two modes of operation: Electric and Extended . The hood being open or not Range. In Electric Mode, the vehicle completely closed and latched. is propelled by its electric drive unit . Certain high voltage battery fault only. It converts electrical energy conditions. into mechanical energy to drive the . Engine Maintenance Mode or wheels. In Extended Range Mode, Fuel Maintenance Mode both the battery and the engine being run. power the vehicle. The vehicle's performance remains nearly the same in either mode. See Driving Extended Range Mode for Better Energy Efficiency 0 25. When the vehicle reaches the end of its electric range, it switches to Electric Mode Extended Range Mode (ERM). In this secondary mode, electricity is In Electric Mode, the vehicle does produced by the fuel-powered not use fuel or produce tailpipe engine. This secondary source of emissions. During this primary Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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electric power extends the vehicle In either Electric Mode or Extended Press MODE to display selectable range. Operation will continue in Range Mode, if there is a high drive modes in the Driver ERM until the vehicle can be voltage battery fault, the engine may Information Center (DIC). Continue plugged in to recharge the high run without turning off to generate pressing to scroll through the voltage battery and restore needed electricity. The malfunction modes. Electric Mode. indicator lamp will turn on. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check The high voltage battery will 0 continue to provide some power and Engine Light) 109. work together with the engine to provide peak performance when it is Driver Selected Operating required, such as driving up a steep Modes incline or for high acceleration While driving in Electric or Extended maneuvers. The battery will not be Range Mode, additional operating charged nor will electric vehicle modes can be selected. range be restored by the engine. In either Electric Mode or Extended Range Mode, when the hood is open and the vehicle is moving at low speed or stopped, the engine Highlight either the Sport, Mountain, will run without turning off if the or Hold Mode, then release MODE. vehicle is on, except when the After three seconds, the new drive electric drive unit is in N (Neutral). mode will become active. The engine will turn off or remain off Pressing MODE again will return to at low vehicle speed in N (Neutral). Normal Mode, and it will become The high voltage battery is not active after three seconds. charged when this occurs. Under these conditions, the high voltage battery can still be discharged based on the vehicle loads such as A/C, or 12-volt loads. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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During some conditions, certain Sport Mode provides more Mountain Mode should be selected drive modes may be unavailable. responsive acceleration than at the beginning of a trip before The unavailable mode is grayed out Normal Mode, but can reduce climbing steep, uphill grades and in the DIC menu and cannot be efficiency. Use Normal Mode when expecting to drive in very hilly selected. whenever possible. or mountainous terrain. This mode If in Sport, Mountain, or Hold Mode, Press MODE to select Sport Mode. maintains a reserve electrical charge of the high voltage battery to the mode may become unavailable Press MODE again to return to and the vehicle will return to Normal provide better grade climbing Normal Mode and it becomes active performance. While driving in Mode. The indicator light goes off after three seconds. and a DIC message displays. See Mountain Mode, the vehicle will Propulsion Power Messages 0 136. Each time the vehicle is started, it have less responsive acceleration. will return to Normal Mode. The vehicle will stay in Normal Mountain Mode will not change Mode at the next restart. Mountain Mode normal vehicle braking performance for steep downhill grades. See Hill Sport Mode and Mountain Roads 0 167 and Electric Drive Unit 0 184. Press MODE to select Mountain Mode. If steep hill driving is expected, it is recommended to select Mountain Mode at least 20 minutes before driving on steep grades. This will allow the vehicle time to build a sufficient battery charge reserve. If Mountain Mode is not selected for these conditions, propulsion power may be reduced and the engine speed may increase. See Propulsion Power Messages 0 136. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The engine may run when Mountain Hold Mode Upon exiting Hold Mode, the Mode is selected, depending on the reserved battery charge becomes high voltage battery charge, to build available again and the vehicle reserve battery charge for uphill returns to Electric Mode. If the climbs. If Mountain Mode is entered transition is from Hold Mode directly with a sufficient battery charge to Mountain Mode, the electric reserve, the battery charge reserve range displayed adjusts for the will appear grayed out and any Mountain Mode charge reserve. battery charge reserve still unused Hold Mode will not change normal upon exiting Mountain Mode will vehicle acceleration or braking return to normal appearance. performance. Press Mode again to return to Press MODE to select Hold Mode. Normal Mode and it becomes active after three seconds. Press MODE again to return to Use Hold Mode on a trip where it is Normal Mode and it becomes active Each time the vehicle is started, it after three seconds. will return to Normal Mode to expected that all of the electric maintain a smaller battery charge charge will be depleted. Use Hold Each time the vehicle is started, it reserve for normal driving. Mode mainly during highway or high will return to Normal Mode. speed driving to maximize both EV miles and fuel efficiency. Out of Fuel/Engine Hold Mode is only available when Unavailable the vehicle is in Electric Mode. This If the vehicle runs out of fuel, or the mode places the remaining battery engine will not start due to a charge into a reserve for the driver malfunction, the vehicle can to use as desired. Selecting this continue to be driven in Electric mode transitions the vehicle to Mode until the current charge is Extended Range Mode to maintain depleted. The vehicle will have less the battery charge reserve. responsive acceleration. DIC messages indicate reduced Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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propulsion power, that the engine is start. The engine will not start until not available, and the need for fuel after a short delay once shifted into or service. D (Drive). Once the vehicle is refueled, or the malfunction is corrected, the engine will start the next time the vehicle is turned on to perform a self test, and DIC messages will not be displayed. Once the engine starts successfully, normal operation will continue in When EMM is needed, the EMM either Electric or Extended Range Request screen appears on the Mode. The engine will stop running center stack display at vehicle start. after the self test is completed, and If Yes is selected, EMM will begin. based on the current mode of The engine will not start until after a An EMM Notification screen will operation. See Fuel System short delay once shifted into appear in the center stack display. Messages 0 133 and Service D (Drive). The engine will run for a If the vehicle is shut off during EMM, Vehicle Messages 0 137. set amount of time without turning it will restart the next time the off. During EMM, a DIC message vehicle is driven. Maintenance Modes displays to show the EMM percentage complete. Engine Maintenance Mode (EMM) If No is selected, the EMM Request EMM runs the engine to keep it in screen will appear when the vehicle good working condition after is next started. The EMM request approximately six weeks of no or can be delayed for up to one day. very limited engine operation. EMM will force the engine to run, even if If the EMM request was delayed for there is a charge to power the one day, EMM will automatically vehicle. start the engine at the next vehicle A message displays to indicate that EMM is active. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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If EMM is required and the fuel level is low, EMM may eventually empty the fuel tank if fuel is not added. This will result in reduced, or no power. An adequate fuel level must be maintained in the vehicle to keep it operational. See Propulsion Power Messages 0 136. Fuel Maintenance Mode (FMM) When FMM is needed, the FMM If the FMM request was delayed for FMM tracks average fuel age. Old Request screen appears on the one day, FMM will start at the next fuel can cause engine problems. center stack display at vehicle start. vehicle start and display the FMM If low engine usage causes average If Yes is selected, FMM will begin. Notification screen on the center fuel age to exceed approximately stack display. The engine will not one year, FMM will run the engine to The engine will not start until after a short delay once shifted into start until after a short delay once use up the old fuel. The engine will shifted into D (Drive). run until enough fresh fuel is added D (Drive). FMM will automatically to bring the average fuel age into an continue at each vehicle start until If FMM is required and the fuel level acceptable range. Allowing more old fresh fuel is added. is low, FMM may eventually empty fuel to be used up by FMM and If No is selected, the FMM Request the fuel tank if fuel is not added. adding a larger amount of fresh fuel screen will appear when the vehicle This will result in reduced, or no will maximize the length of time is next started. The FMM request power. An adequate fuel level must before another fuel maintenance can be delayed for only one day. be maintained in the vehicle to keep it operational. See Propulsion Power mode is needed. During FMM the 0 engine may turn on and off. Messages 136. After FMM has run it is recommended to fill the fuel tank. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Running the Vehicle Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) While Parked . There are holes or openings { Warning It is better not to park with the in the vehicle body from propulsion system running. Engine exhaust contains carbon damage or aftermarket monoxide (CO) which cannot be modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the seen or smelled. Exposure to CO completely sealed. propulsion system running, follow the proper steps to be sure can cause unconsciousness and If unusual fumes are detected or even death. the vehicle will not move. See if it is suspected that exhaust is Shifting Into Park 0 175 and Engine Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: coming into the vehicle: Exhaust 0 183. . The engine is running in . Drive it only with the Extended Range Mode in windows completely down. areas with poor ventilation . Have the vehicle repaired (parking garages, tunnels, immediately. or deep snow that may block underbody airflow or Never park with the engine tail pipes). running in Extended Range Mode in an enclosed area such as a The exhaust smells or . garage or a building that has no sounds strange or different. fresh air ventilation. . The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage. . The vehicle exhaust system has been modified, damaged, or improperly repaired. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

184 Driving and Operating Electric Drive Unit on the shift lever, then push the shift { Warning lever all the way into P (Park) as The vehicle uses an electric you maintain brake application. drive unit. It is dangerous to get out of the Then press the shift lever button vehicle if the shift lever is not fully and move the shift lever into in P (Park) with the parking brake another gear. See Shifting out of firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Park 0 176. Do not leave the vehicle when the R: Use this gear to back up. propulsion system is running. If you have left the propulsion Caution system running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others Shifting to R (Reverse) while the could be injured. To be sure the vehicle is moving forward could vehicle will not move, even when damage the electric drive unit. you are on fairly level ground, The repairs would not be covered always set the parking brake and by the vehicle warranty. Shift to move the shift lever to P (Park). R (Reverse) only after the vehicle See Shifting Into Park 0 175. P: This position locks the front is stopped. wheels. It is the best position to use when starting the propulsion system Make sure the shift lever is fully in To rock the vehicle back and forth to because the vehicle cannot move P (Park) before starting the get out of snow, ice, or sand without easily. propulsion system. The vehicle has damaging the electric drive unit, see an electric drive unit shift lock If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 169. control system. The regular brake N: In this position, the propulsion must be fully applied first and then system does not provide power to the shift lever button pressed before the wheels. shifting from P (Park) when the vehicle is in ON/RUN. If you cannot shift out of P (Park), ease pressure Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Driving and Operating 185 D: This position is for normal Brakes driving. It provides the best fuel Caution economy. If more power is needed for passing, press the accelerator Spinning the tires or holding the Antilock Brake pedal to gain the desired vehicle in one place on a hill System (ABS) acceleration using only the accelerator pedal may damage the electric drive This vehicle has ABS, an advanced electronic braking system that helps Caution unit. The repair will not be covered by the vehicle warranty. prevent a braking skid. If the vehicle seems to accelerate If you are stuck, do not spin the When propulsion is active and the slowly or not respond when you tires. When stopping on a hill, use vehicle begins to drive away, ABS go faster, and you continue to the brakes to hold the vehicle in checks itself. A momentary motor or drive the vehicle that way, you place. clicking noise might be heard while could damage the electric drive this test is going on, and it might unit. Have the vehicle serviced even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little. This is normal. right away.

L: This position reduces vehicle speed without using the brakes. Use L (Low) on very steep hills, in deep snow, in mud, or in stop-and-go traffic. If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light 0 111. If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS The vehicle has an Electric Parking computer senses that the wheels Brake (EPB). The EPB can always Do not pump the brakes. Just hold are slowing down. If one of the be activated, even if the vehicle the brake pedal down firmly and let wheels is about to stop rolling, the is off. ABS work. You might hear the ABS computer will separately work the pump or motor operating and feel The system has a red parking brake brakes at each wheel. the brake pedal pulsate, but this is status light and an amber parking ABS can change the brake pressure normal. brake warning light. See Electric to each wheel, as required, faster Parking Brake Light 0 111 and than any driver could. This can help Braking in Emergencies Service Electric Parking Brake Light the driver steer around the obstacle ABS allows the driver to steer and 0 111. There are also parking while braking hard. brake at the same time. In many brake-related Driver Information emergencies, steering can help Center (DIC) messages. See Brake As the brakes are applied, the 0 computer keeps receiving updates more than even the very best System Messages 131. In case of on wheel speed and controls braking. insufficient electrical power, the EPB braking pressure accordingly. cannot be applied or released. Electric Parking Brake Remember: ABS does not change Before leaving the vehicle, check the time needed to get a foot up to the red parking brake status light to the brake pedal or always decrease ensure that the parking brake is stopping distance. If you get too applied. close to the vehicle in front of you, EPB Apply there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle To apply the EPB: suddenly slows or stops. Always 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a leave enough room up ahead to complete stop. stop, even with ABS. 2. Pull the EPB switch momentarily. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The red parking brake status light The vehicle may automatically apply will flash and then stay on once the the EPB in some situations when Caution EPB is fully applied. If the red the vehicle is not moving. This is parking brake status light flashes normal, and is done to periodically Driving with the parking brake on continuously, then the EPB is only check the correct operation of the can overheat the brake system partially applied or there is a EPB system. and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. problem with the EPB. A DIC If the EPB fails to apply, the rear message will display. Release the Make sure that the parking brake wheels should be blocked to is fully released and the brake EPB and try to apply it again. If the prevent vehicle movement. light does not come on, or keeps warning light is off before driving. flashing, have the vehicle serviced. EPB Release Do not drive the vehicle if the red To release the EPB: Automatic EPB Release parking brake status light is flashing. See your dealer. See Electric 1. Place the vehicle in ON/RUN. The EPB will automatically release if 0 Parking Brake Light 111. 2. Apply and hold the brake the vehicle is running, placed into gear, and an attempt is made to If the amber parking brake warning pedal. drive away. Avoid rapid acceleration light is on, lift up on the EPB switch 3. Push momentarily on the EPB when the EPB is applied, to and hold it up. Continue to hold the switch. preserve parking brake lining life. switch until the red parking brake status light remains on. If the amber The EPB is released when the red parking brake warning light is on, parking brake status light is off. Hill Start Assist (HSA) see your dealer. If the amber parking brake warning The HSA feature will activate when If the EPB is applied while the light is on, release the EPB by the vehicle is stopped on a vehicle is moving, the vehicle will pushing down on the EPB switch moderate to steep grade to help decelerate as long as the switch is and holding it down. Continue to prevent it from rolling in an held up. If the switch is held up until hold the switch until the red parking unintended direction. After the brake the vehicle comes to a stop, the brake status light is off. If either light pedal has been released and before EPB will remain applied. stays on after release is attempted, the accelerator pedal has been see your dealer. pressed, HSA uses braking pressure to hold the vehicle Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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stationary. If HSA is holding the safety belt is unbuckled after The controller interprets the braking vehicle, a DIC message displays. releasing the brake pedal. request and uses regenerative HSA will not activate in a forward If Extended Hill Start Assist is braking, conventional hydraulic drive gear when facing downhill, selected, it will hold the vehicle for braking, or a combination of both as or in R (Reverse) when facing uphill. five minutes unless the driver door necessary. is opened and the driver safety belt The brake controller applies the Extended Hill Start is unbuckled prior to releasing the Assist (EHSA) hydraulic brakes using a pump. The brake pedal. When EHSA is pump may be heard during some Select the duration of the HSA deactivated after five minutes, or if it braking, such as rapid applies. This feature on the center stack is deactivated when the driver is normal. touchscreen by choosing the safety belt is unlatched or the driver submenu for Hill Start Assist or door is opened, the Electric Parking See Warning Lights, Gauges, and 0 Extended Hill Start Assist (EHSA). Brake will engage to prevent vehicle Indicators 100 and Driver 0 See “Extended Hill Start Assist" movement. Information Center (DIC) 128. under “Comfort and Convenience” in If there is a controller problem, the Vehicle Personalization 0 139. Regenerative Braking brake pedal may be harder to push and the stopping distance may be When Standard Hold is selected, Some braking energy from the the vehicle is held stationary for up longer. moving vehicle is turned back into to two seconds after the brake pedal electrical energy. This energy is is released. When Extended Hold is then stored back into the high selected, the vehicle is held voltage battery system, increasing stationary for up to five minutes energy efficiency. after the brake pedal is released. In either case, override the hold The hydraulic disc brakes work with feature by pressing the accelerator the regenerative braking to ensure pedal and attempting to drive away. effective braking, such as when a high braking demand is requested. If Hill Start Assist is selected in the Settings menu, it will hold the vehicle for two seconds unless the driver door is opened or the driver Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Driving and Operating 189 Regen on Demand® The brake pedal must be applied at Ride Control Systems low speed, because Regen on Demand will not bring the car to a full stop. Traction Control/ Cruise control will turn off, and the Electronic Stability brake lights may come on, when Control this feature is activated. The vehicle has a Traction Control The brake controller applies the System (TCS) and an Electronic hydraulic brakes using a pump. You Stability Control system called may hear the pump during some StabiliTrak. These systems help braking maneuvers, such as rapid limit wheel slip and assist the driver brake applies or while replacing any in maintaining control, especially on regenerative brake torque as the slippery road conditions. vehicle comes to a stop. This is TCS activates if it senses that any Regen on Demand allows increased normal operation. of the drive wheels are slipping or deceleration by pressing and beginning to lose traction. When this holding the steering wheel paddle. happens, TCS applies the brakes to It works in D (Drive) and L (Low). the spinning wheels and reduces The accelerator pedal must be fully engine power to limit wheel spin. released for it to work. StabiliTrak activates when the vehicle senses a difference between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to any of the vehicle wheel brakes to help assist the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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If cruise control is being used and The indicator light for both systems Drive the vehicle. If d comes on traction control or StabiliTrak begins is in the instrument cluster. This and stays on, the vehicle may need to limit wheel spin, cruise control will light will: more time to diagnose the problem. disengage. Cruise control may be . Flash when TCS is limiting If the condition persists, see your turned back on when road wheel spin. dealer. conditions allow. . Flash when StabiliTrak is Turning the Systems Off Both systems come on activated. automatically when the vehicle is and On started and begins to move. The . Turn on and stay on when either systems may be heard or felt while system is not working. they are operating or while If either system fails to turn on or to performing diagnostic checks. This activate, a message displays in the is normal and does not mean there Driver Information Center (DIC), and is a problem with the vehicle. d comes on and stays on to It is recommended to leave both indicate that the system is inactive systems on for normal driving and is not assisting the driver in conditions, but it may be necessary maintaining control. The vehicle is to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets safe to drive, but driving should be stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. adjusted accordingly. See If the Vehicle Is Stuck 0 169 If d comes on and stays on: and “Turning the Systems Off and On” later in this section. 1. Stop the vehicle. Caution 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is 3. Start the engine. off. The vehicle driveline could be damaged. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Driving and Operating 191 To turn off only TCS, press and Driver Mode Control Cruise Control release g. The Traction Off light i There are four operating modes that The cruise control lets the vehicle displays in the instrument cluster. can be selected while driving in The appropriate DIC message is maintain a speed of about 40 km/h Electric or Extended Range Mode. (25 mph) or more without keeping displayed. See Ride Control System The four modes are Normal, Sport, Messages 0 136. To turn TCS on your foot on the accelerator. Cruise Mountain, and Hold. control does not work at speeds again, press and release g. The below 40 km/h (25 mph). Traction Off light i displayed in the instrument cluster will turn off. { Warning To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, Cruise control can be dangerous press and hold until the Traction g where you cannot drive safely at Off light i and StabiliTrak Off light a steady speed. Do not use g come on and stay on in the cruise control on winding roads or instrument cluster. The appropriate in heavy traffic. DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages Cruise control can be dangerous 0 136. To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on slippery roads. On such roads, on again, press and release g. The fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and Traction Off light i and StabiliTrak Pressing MODE will display the you could lose control. Do not use Off light g in the instrument cluster selectable drive modes in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See cruise control on slippery roads. turn off. Driver Selected Operating Modes Adding accessories can affect the 0 178 for information on mode With the Traction Control System vehicle performance. See operation. (TCS) or Electronic Stability Control Accessories and (ESC), the system may begin to Modifications 0 227. limit wheel spin while you are using cruise control. If this happens, the cruise control will automatically Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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disengage. See Traction Control/ * : Press to disengage cruise 4. Remove foot from the Electronic Stability Control 0 189. control without erasing the set accelerator pedal. If a collision alert occurs when speed from memory. The cruise control indicator on the cruise control is activated, cruise +RES : If there is a set speed in instrument cluster turns green after control is disengaged. See Forward cruise control has been set to the Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 198. memory, press briefly to resume that speed or press and hold to desired speed. See Instrument When road conditions allow you to Cluster 0 100. safely use it again, cruise control accelerate. If cruise control is can be turned back on. already active, use to increase Resuming a Set Speed vehicle speed. If the brakes are applied, cruise If the cruise control is set at a control disengages. −SET : Press briefly to set the desired speed and then the brakes speed and activate cruise control. * If cruise control is already active, are applied or is pressed, the use to decrease vehicle speed. cruise control is disengaged without 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 cruise when not desired. Keep 5 returns to the previous set speed. off when cruise is not being used. Increasing Speed While Using To set a speed: Cruise Control 5 If the cruise control system is 1. Press to turn the cruise already activated: system on. . Press and hold +RES on the 2. Get up to the desired speed. 5 : Press to turn the cruise control steering wheel until the vehicle system on and off. A white indicator 3. Press and release -SET. The accelerates to the desired comes on in the instrument cluster desired set speed briefly speed, then release it. when cruise is turned on. appears in the instrument cluster. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. To increase the speed in small Passing Another Vehicle While regenerative braking depending on increments, briefly press +RES. Using Cruise Control vehicle conditions. At times you For each press, the vehicle goes Use the accelerator pedal to might have to apply the brakes to about 1 km/h (1 mph) faster. increase the vehicle speed. When keep your speed down. If the brake The speedometer reading can be you take your foot off the pedal, the pedal is applied, cruise control will displayed in either English or metric vehicle will slow down to the disengage. units. See Instrument Cluster 0 100. previous set cruise speed. While Ending Cruise Control The increment value used depends pressing the accelerator pedal or on the units displayed. shortly following the release to There are five ways to end cruise override cruise control, briefly control: Reducing Speed While Using pressing -SET will result in cruise . Step lightly on the brake pedal. Cruise Control control set to the current vehicle * If the cruise control system is speed. . Press . already activated: Using Cruise Control on Hills . Shift the electric drive unit to . Press and hold -SET until the N (Neutral). How well the cruise control works desired lower speed is reached, . Press 5 to turn the cruise then release it. on hills depends upon the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness of control system off completely. . To slow down in small the hills. When going up steep hills, . Press the Regen on Demand increments, briefly press -SET. you might have to step on the paddles. For each press, the vehicle goes accelerator pedal to maintain the about 1 km/h (1 mph) slower. vehicle speed. When going Erasing Speed Memory The speedometer reading can be downhill, you might have to brake or The cruise control set speed is shift to a lower gear to keep your displayed in either English or metric erased from memory if 5 is pressed 0 speed down. units. See Instrument Cluster 100. or if the vehicle is turned off. The increment value used depends If a lower gear is being used while on the units displayed. going downhill, this causes the vehicle to have improved control of vehicle speed by using a combination of engine and Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Audible Alert Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) Systems Some driver assistance features . Detect children, alert the driver of obstacles by This vehicle may have features that pedestrians, bicyclists, beeping. To change the volume of work together to help avoid crashes or animals. the warning chime, see “Comfort or reduce crash damage while and Convenience” under Vehicle . Detect vehicles or objects driving, backing, and parking. Read Personalization 0 139. outside the area monitored this entire section before using by the system. these systems. Assistance Systems for . Work at all driving speeds. Parking or Backing { Warning . Warn you or provide you If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera with enough time to avoid a (RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA), Do not rely on the Driver crash. Assistance Systems. These Front Parking Assist (FPA), Rear systems do not replace the need . Work under poor visibility or Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), and bad weather conditions. for paying attention and driving Automatic Parking Assist (APA) may safely. You may not hear or see . Work if the detection sensor help the driver park or avoid objects. alerts or warnings provided by is not cleaned or is covered Always check around the vehicle when parking or backing. these systems. Failure to use by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. proper care when driving may Complete attention is always Rear Vision Camera (RVC) result in injury, death, or vehicle required while driving, and you When the vehicle is shifted into damage. See Defensive should be ready to take action R (Reverse), the RVC displays an 0 Driving 164. and apply the brakes and/or steer image of the area behind the vehicle Under many conditions, these the vehicle to avoid crashes. in the center stack display. The systems will not: previous screen displays when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) (Continued) after a short delay. To return to the previous screen sooner, press a Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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button on the infotainment system, shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle { Warning speed of 8 km/h (5 mph). The camera(s) do not display Press MENU to adjust the display children, pedestrians, bicyclists, brightness while viewing the rear crossing traffic, animals, or any camera display. other object outside of the cameras’ field of view, below the bumper, or under the vehicle. 1. View Displayed by the Shown distances may be different Camera from actual distances. Do not 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper drive or park the vehicle using only these camera(s). Always Displayed images may be farther or check behind and around the closer than they appear. The area vehicle before driving. Failure to displayed is limited and objects that use proper care may result in are close to either corner of the injury, death, or vehicle damage. bumper or under the bumper do not display. Parking Assist A warning triangle may display on 1. View Displayed by the the RVC screen to show that RPA With RPA, and if equipped with FPA, Camera has detected an object. This triangle as the vehicle moves at speeds of changes from amber to red and less than 8 km/h (5 mph) the increases in size the closer the sensors on the bumpers may detect object. objects up to 1.8 m (6 ft) behind the vehicle and 1.2 m (4 ft) in front of the vehicle within a zone 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground and below bumper level. These detection distances may be shorter during Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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warmer or humid weather. Blocked Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) sensors will not detect objects and If equipped, when the vehicle is can also cause false detections. shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA Keep the sensors clean of mud, dirt, displays a red warning triangle with snow, ice, and slush; and clean a left or right pointing arrow on the sensors after a car wash in freezing RVC screen to warn of traffic temperatures. coming from the left or right. This system detects objects coming from { Warning up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left or right side of the vehicle. When an The Parking Assist system does object is detected, three beeps not detect children, pedestrians, sound from the left or right, bicyclists, animals, or objects The instrument cluster may have a depending on the direction of the located below the bumper or that parking assist display with bars that detected vehicle. are too close or too far from the show “distance to object” and object Turning the Features On or Off vehicle. It is not available at location information for RPA, and on speeds greater than 8 km/h some vehicles, FPA. As the object (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, gets closer, more bars light up and or vehicle damage, even with the bars change color from yellow to parking assist, always check the amber to red. area around the vehicle and When an object is first detected in check all mirrors before moving the rear, one beep will be heard forward or backing. from the rear. When an object is very close (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the The X button on the center vehicle rear, or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the console is used to turn on or off the vehicle front), five beeps will sound Front and Rear Parking Assist and from the front or rear depending on the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA). object location. Beeps for FPA are The indicator light in the button higher pitched than for RPA. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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comes on when the features are on . Park exactly lined up with the and turns off when the features Warning (Continued) vehicle next to it if the spot is have been disabled. approached at an angle or if the soft or narrow, objects high off the parking space is angled. RCTA can also be turned off ground such as flatbed trucks, through vehicle personalization. See or objects below ground level . Park exactly centered in a spot “Collision/Detection Systems” under such as large potholes. Always that is marked too large. 0 Vehicle Personalization 139. verify that the parking space is . Always detect short curbs. To turn the RPA symbols or appropriate for parking a vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with guidance lines on or off, see “Rear APA does not respond to changes perpendicular parking mode, press Camera” under Vehicle in the parking space, such as and hold during the search Personalization 0 139. movement of an adjacent vehicle, O process to switch the APA parking or a person or object entering the Automatic Parking mode between perpendicular and parking space. APA does not Assist (APA) parallel parking. detect or avoid traffic that is If equipped, APA searches for and behind or alongside of the APA searches for parking spaces to steers the vehicle into parallel and vehicle. Always be prepared to the right of the vehicle. To search for perpendicular parking spots. When stop the vehicle during the a parking space to the left, turn on using APA, you must still shift gears, parking maneuver. the left turn signal. and control the brakes and accelerator. The Driver Information Center (DIC) and audible beeps Press O on the center console to help to guide parking maneuvers. enable the system to search for a parking space that is large enough { Warning and within 1.5 m (5 ft) of the vehicle. The vehicle speed must be below APA does not apply the brakes. 30 km/h (18 mph). APA may not detect objects in the The system cannot: parking space, objects that are . Detect whether it is a legal (Continued) parking space. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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After completely passing a large If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), but . There is a failure with the APA enough space bordered by two does not steer into the expected system. vehicles or other objects, an audible space, this may be because the . Electronic Stability Control or beep occurs and a red symbol system is maneuvering the vehicle antilock brakes are activated. displays in the DIC. into a previously detected space. The APA system does not need . A high priority vehicle message service. is displayed in the DIC. If the vehicle exceeds 10 km/h To cancel APA, press O again. (6 mph), APA is automatically disengaged and automatic steering Assistance Systems for will turn off. A DIC progress arrow displays the status of the parking Driving maneuver. Depending on the space If equipped, when driving the size, additional maneuvers may be vehicle in a forward gear, Forward required, and there will be additional Collision Alert (FCA), Lane APA will instruct the vehicle to stop instructions. When changing gears, Departure Warning (LDW), Lane once a large enough space is found. allow the automatic steering to Keep Assist (LKA), Side Blind Zone Follow the instructions in the DIC. complete before continuing the Alert (SBZA), Lane Change Alert When instructed to drive in reverse, parking maneuver. Upon successful (LCA), and/or the Front Automatic shift to R (Reverse) to engage completion of a maneuver, APA will Braking (FAB) System can help to automatic steering. The steering beep and display a PARKING avoid a crash or reduce crash wheel will briefly vibrate as a COMPLETE message. Place the damage. reminder to remove hands from the vehicle in P (Park). steering wheel. Check surroundings Forward Collision Alert and continue braking or accelerating APA may automatically disengage if: as needed, and be prepared to stop . The steering wheel is used by (FCA) System to avoid vehicles, pedestrians, the driver. If equipped, the FCA system may or objects. . The maximum allowed speed is help to avoid or reduce the harm exceeded. caused by front-end crashes. When approaching a vehicle ahead too Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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quickly, FCA provides a red flashing FCA can be disabled with the FCA alert on the windshield and rapidly steering wheel control. Warning (Continued) beeps. FCA also lights an amber visual alert if following another Detecting the Vehicle Ahead detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA vehicle much too closely. sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, or ice, or if the windshield is FCA detects vehicles within a damaged. It may also not detect a distance of approximately 60 m vehicle on winding or hilly roads, (197 ft) and operates at speeds or in conditions that can limit above 8 km/h (5 mph). visibility such as fog, rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or { Warning FCA warnings will not occur unless windshield are not cleaned or in the FCA system detects a vehicle proper condition. Keep the FCA is a warning system and ahead. When a vehicle is detected, windshield, headlamps, and FCA does not apply the brakes. When the vehicle ahead indicator will sensors clean and in good repair. approaching a slower-moving or 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; Collision Alert 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 does not warn of pedestrians, in the driving lane. animals, signs, guardrails, bridges, construction barrels, { Warning or other objects. Be ready to take When your vehicle approaches action and apply the brakes. See FCA does not provide a warning another detected vehicle too rapidly, Defensive Driving 0 164. to help avoid a crash, unless it the red FCA display will flash on the detects a vehicle. FCA may not windshield. Also, eight rapid high-pitched beeps will sound from (Continued) the front. When this Collision Alert Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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occurs, the brake system may changed and will affect the timing of vehicles, or shadows. These alerts prepare for driver braking to occur both the Collision Alert and the are normal operation and the more rapidly which can cause a Tailgating Alert features. The timing vehicle does not need service. brief, mild deceleration. Continue to of both alerts will vary based on apply the brake pedal as needed. vehicle speed. The faster the Cleaning the System Cruise control may be disengaged vehicle speed, the farther away the If the FCA system does not seem to when the Collision Alert occurs. alert will occur. Consider traffic and operate properly, cleaning the weather conditions when selecting outside of the windshield in front of Tailgating Alert the alert timing. The range of the rearview mirror, and cleaning the selectable alert timings may not be front of the vehicle where radar appropriate for all drivers and sensors are located, may correct driving conditions. the issue. Following Distance Indication Front Automatic Braking The distance to a moving vehicle (FAB) System that you are following is shown in The vehicle ahead indicator will seconds on the Driver Information If the vehicle has Forward Collision display amber when you are Center (DIC). See Driver Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which following a detected vehicle ahead Information Center (DIC) 0 128. The includes Intelligent Brake much too closely. minimum following time is Assist (IBA). When the system Selecting the Alert Timing 0.5 seconds away. If there is no detects a vehicle ahead in your path vehicle detected ahead, or the that is traveling in the same The Collision Alert control is on the vehicle ahead is out of sensor direction that you may be about to steering wheel. Press [ to set the range, dashes will be displayed. crash into, it can provide a boost to FCA timing to Far, Medium, or Near, braking or automatically brake the or on some vehicles, Off. The first Unnecessary Alerts vehicle. This can help avoid or button press shows the current FCA may provide unnecessary lessen the severity of crashes when setting on the Driver Information alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in driving in a forward gear. Depending Center (DIC). Additional button other lanes, objects that are not on the situation, the vehicle may presses will change this setting. The automatically brake moderately or chosen setting will remain until it is Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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hard. This front automatic braking can only occur if a vehicle is Warning (Continued) { Warning detected. This is shown by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator being lit. . Detect all vehicles, FAB may automatically brake the See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) especially vehicles with a vehicle suddenly in situations System 0 198. trailer, tractors, muddy where it is unexpected and vehicles, etc. undesired. It could respond to a The system works when driving in a . Detect a vehicle when turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, forward gear between 8 km/h signs, and other non-moving (5 mph) and 60 km/h (37 mph). weather limits visibility, such objects. To override FAB, firmly It can detect vehicles up to as in fog, rain, or snow. press the accelerator pedal, if it is approximately 60 m (197 ft). . Detect a vehicle ahead if it is partially blocked by safe to do so. { Warning pedestrians or other objects. Complete attention is always Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) FAB is an emergency crash required while driving, and you IBA may activate when the brake preparation feature and is not should be ready to take action pedal is applied quickly by providing designed to avoid crashes. Do and apply the brakes and/or steer a boost to braking based on the not rely on FAB to brake the the vehicle to avoid crashes. speed of approach and distance to vehicle. FAB will not brake a vehicle ahead. outside of its operating speed range and only responds to FAB may slow the vehicle to a Minor brake pedal pulsations or detected vehicles. complete stop to try to avoid a pedal movement during this time is potential crash. If this happens, FAB normal and the brake pedal should FAB may not: may engage the Electric Parking continue to be applied as needed. . Detect a vehicle ahead on Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a IBA will automatically disengage winding or hilly roads. stop. Release the EPB or firmly only when the brake pedal is press the accelerator pedal. released. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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and a vehicle is also detected on { Warning the same side, the display will flash Warning (Continued) as an extra warning not to change IBA may increase vehicle braking lanes. Since this system is part of lanes under all driving conditions. in situations when it may not be the Lane Change Alert (LCA) Failure to use proper care when necessary. You could block the system, read the entire LCA section changing lanes may result in flow of traffic. If this occurs, take before using this feature. injury, death, or vehicle damage. your foot off the brake pedal and Before making a lane change, then apply the brakes as needed. Lane Change Alert (LCA) always check mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use the turn If equipped, the LCA system is a signals. FAB and IBA can be disabled lane-changing aid that assists through vehicle personalization. See drivers with avoiding lane change the “Auto Collision Preparation” crashes that occur with moving LCA Detection Zones information in “Collision/Detection vehicles in the side blind zone (or Systems” under Vehicle spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly 0 Personalization 139. approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning display Side Blind Zone will light up in the corresponding Alert (SBZA) outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on. If equipped, the SBZA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that { Warning occur with moving vehicles in the LCA does not alert the driver to 1. SBZA Detection Zone side blind zone (or spot) areas. vehicles outside of the system When the vehicle is in a forward 2. LCA Detection Zone detection zones, pedestrians, gear, the left or right side mirror The LCA sensor covers a zone of display will light up if a moving bicyclists, or animals. It may not approximately one lane over from vehicle is detected in that blind provide alerts when changing both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m zone. If the turn signal is activated (Continued) (11 ft). The height of the zone is Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) When the vehicle is started, both system is not operational until the and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The outside mirror LCA displays will vehicle first reaches a speed of Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) briefly come on to indicate the 24 km/h (15 mph). warning area starts at approximately system is operating. When the LCA displays may not come on the middle of the vehicle and goes vehicle is in a forward gear, the left when passing a vehicle quickly or back 5 m (16 ft). Drivers are also or right side mirror display will light for a stopped vehicle. LCA may alert warned of vehicles rapidly up if a moving vehicle is detected in to objects attached to the vehicle, approaching from up to 25 m (82 ft) the next lane over in that blind zone such as a bicycle or object behind the vehicle. or rapidly approaching that zone. extending out to either side of the If the turn signal is activated in the How the System Works vehicle. Attached objects may also same direction as a detected interfere with the detection of The LCA symbol lights up in the vehicle, this display will flash as an vehicles. This is normal system side mirrors when the system extra warning not to change lanes. operation; the vehicle does not need detects a moving vehicle in the next LCA can be disabled through service. lane over that is in the side blind vehicle personalization. See zone or rapidly approaching that LCA may not always alert the driver “Collision/Detection Systems” under to vehicles in the next lane over, zone from behind. A lit LCA symbol Vehicle Personalization 0 139. indicates it may be unsafe to especially in wet conditions or when If LCA is disabled by the driver, the driving on sharp curves. The system change lanes. Before making a lane LCA mirror displays will not light up. change, check the LCA display, does not need to be serviced. The check mirrors, glance over your When the System Does Not system may light up due to shoulder, and use the turn signals. Seem to Work Properly guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and other non-moving objects. This is The LCA system requires some normal system operation; the driving for the system to calibrate to vehicle does not need service. maximum performance. This calibration may occur more quickly if LCA may not operate when the LCA the vehicle is driving on a straight sensors in the left or right corners of highway road with traffic and the rear bumper are covered with Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in Display Display barriers). During a trip, the LCA heavy rainstorms. For cleaning Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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instructions, see "Washing the warning if the vehicle is crossing a Vehicle" under Exterior Care 0 306. detected lane marking without using { Warning If the DIC still displays the system a turn signal in the lane departure unavailable message after cleaning direction. Since this system is part The LKA system does not both sides of the vehicle toward the of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) continuously steer the vehicle. rear corners of the vehicle, see your system, read the entire LKA section It may not keep the vehicle in the dealer. before using this feature. lane or give a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert, even if a If the LCA displays do not light up lane marking is detected. when moving vehicles are in the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) side blind zone or rapidly If equipped, LKA may help avoid The LKA and LDW systems approaching this zone and the crashes due to unintentional lane may not: system is clean, the system may departures. It may assist by gently . Provide an alert or enough need service. Take the vehicle to turning the steering wheel if the steering assist to avoid a your dealer. vehicle approaches a detected lane lane departure or crash. When LCA is disabled for any marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide . Detect lane markings under reason other than the driver turning poor weather or visibility it off, the Lane Change Alert On a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system alert as the lane marking is conditions. This can occur if option will not be available on the the windshield or personalization menu. crossed. The LKA system will not assist or provide an LDW alert if it headlamps are blocked by Radio Frequency Information detects that you are actively dirt, snow, or ice, if they are steering. Override LKA by turning not in proper condition, or if See Radio Frequency the sun shines directly into Statement 0 343. the steering wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings the camera. Lane Departure between 60 km/h (37 mph) and . Detect road edges. 180 km/h (112 mph). Warning (LDW) . Detect lanes on winding or hilly roads. If equipped, LDW may help avoid (Continued) crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It may provide a Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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How the System Works The LKA system does not Warning (Continued) continuously steer the vehicle. The LKA camera sensor is on the If LKA does not detect active driver windshield ahead of the rearview If LKA only detects lane markings steering, an alert and chime may be mirror. on one side of the road, it will provided. Move the steering wheel only assist or provide an LDW To turn LKA on and off, press A to dismiss. alert when approaching the lane on the steering wheel. on the side where it has detected When the System Does Not a lane marking. Even with LKA Seem to Work Properly and LDW, you must steer the The system performance may be vehicle. Always keep your affected by: attention on the road and maintain proper vehicle position . Close vehicles ahead. within the lane, or vehicle . Sudden lighting changes, such damage, injury, or death could as when driving through tunnels. When on, A is green if LKA is occur. Always keep the . Banked roads. windshield, headlamps, and available to assist and provide LDW camera sensors clean and in alerts. It may assist by gently . Roads with poor lane markings, good repair. Do not use LKA in turning the steering wheel and such as two-lane roads. bad weather conditions. display A as amber if the vehicle If the LKA system is not functioning approaches a detected lane marking properly when lane markings are without using a turn signal in that clearly visible, cleaning the { Warning direction. It may also provide an windshield may help. LDW alert by flashing A amber Using LKA on slippery roads as the lane marking is crossed. could cause loss of control of the Additionally, there will be three vehicle and a crash. Turn the beeps on the right or left, depending system off. on the lane departure direction. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

206 Driving and Operating LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts Charging off. Additional unexpected clicking may occur due to tar marks, sounds may be caused by the shadows, cracks in the road, electrical devices used while temporary or construction lane Plug-In Charging charging. markings, or other road This section explains the charging While the charge cord is plugged imperfections. This is normal system of the vehicle's high voltage battery. into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot operation; the vehicle does not need Do not allow the vehicle to remain in be driven. service. Turn LKA off if these extreme temperatures for long conditions continue. periods without being driven or Charging plugged in. Plug the vehicle in when Start Charge temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F) and above 32 °C (90 °F) to 1. Make sure the vehicle is maximize the life of the high voltage parked. Select the appropriate battery. charge level using the Charge Limit Preference screen on the When using a 120-volt AC electrical center stack. See Charge outlet, it will take approximately “ Limit Selection under 13 hours to charge the vehicle with ” Programmable Charging 0 118. the 12 amp AC current setting or Turn the vehicle off. 19 hours using the default 8 amp AC current setting. When using a 2. Push the rearward edge of the 240-volt charging station, it will take charge port door in and release approximately 4.5 hours to charge to open the door. the vehicle. Charge times will vary In cold weather conditions, ice with outside temperature. There are may form around the charge three ways to program how the port door. Remove ice from the vehicle is charged. See area before attempting to open 0 Programmable Charging 118. or close the charge port door. The charging system may run fans and pumps that result in sounds from the vehicle while it is turned Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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End Charge 1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert.

2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the 3. Open the rear hatch. Open the 5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the charge cord from the vehicle. left storage compartment door charge cord into the charge and remove the charge cord. port on the vehicle. Verify that 3. Close the charge port door by the charging status indicator pressing firmly on the rearward 4. Plug the charge cord into the edge of the door surface. electrical outlet. See Electrical illuminates on top of the Requirements for Battery instrument panel and an 4. Unplug the charge cord from Charging 0 220. Verify the audible beep occurs. See the electrical outlet. Charging Status charge cord status. See 5. Place the charge cord into the Feedback 0 208. Charge Cord 0 213. storage compartment. 6. To arm the charge cord theft alert, lock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. To disable this feature, see “Charge Cord Theft Alert” in Vehicle Personalization 0 139. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Delayed Charging Charging Status . Long Flashing Green – Vehicle is plugged in. Battery is not fully Override Feedback charged. Battery charging is To temporarily override a delayed delayed. charge event, unplug the charge . Solid Green – Vehicle is plugged cord from the charge port and then in. Battery is fully charged. plug it back in within five seconds. A single audible beep will sound . Solid Yellow – Vehicle is plugged and charging will begin immediately. in. It is normal for the CSI to turn yellow for a few seconds after To cancel a temporary override, plugging in a compatible charge unplug the charge cord, wait for cord. The solid yellow may be 10 seconds, and then plug the extended depending on the charge cord back in. A double vehicle and if there is a total audible beep will sound and utility interruption via OnStar. charging will be delayed. See Utility Interruption of 0 0 See Programmable Charging 118 The vehicle has a Charging Status Charging 219. This may also for advanced charge scheduling Indicator (CSI) at the center of the indicate that the charging options. instrument panel near the system has detected a fault and windshield. When the vehicle is will not charge the battery. See “Charge Cord Status Indicators” plugged in and the vehicle power is 0 off, the CSI indicates the following: in Charge Cord 213. If the vehicle is plugged in and . Short Flashing Green – Vehicle is plugged in. Battery is not fully vehicle power is on, the CSI will charged. Flash rate increases flash or will be solid green, from one to four flashes as depending on the charge level. This battery charges. also happens during a remote start if the vehicle is plugged in. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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If the vehicle is plugged in and the If equipped, the charge port bezel CSI is off, a total utility interruption light acts as an additional CSI when using OnStar or a charging fault has the vehicle is plugged in and been detected. See Utility charging. It will flash along with the Interruption of Charging 0 219 or CSI on the instrument panel. When “Charge Cord Status Indicators” in the charge port door is open and the Charge Cord 0 213. vehicle is not plugged in, the bezel light stays on solid to light the charging receptacle. A message displays if the vehicle is not able to charge. Following is the vehicle feedback when the charge cord is plugged in. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Charging Status Sound Action/Reason Indicator Short Flashing Green One audible beep Charging has begun. (Flash rate increases from one to four as the battery charges) Long Flashing Green Two audible beeps Charging is delayed by Programmable Charging or, if the vehicle is equipped accordingly, by a total utility interruption via OnStar. Charging will begin later. See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 219. Solid Green None Charging is complete. Yellow (Upon Plug-in) None Charge cord is OK and the vehicle is not yet charging. Yellow (For Extended None Charge cord is OK, but the vehicle is not Time Period after charging. This may be due to a total utility Plug-in) interruption via Onstar and charging will begin later. See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 219 or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 109. Short Flashing Green Two audible beeps Vehicle is charging but will pause/delay at (From one to four least once before the charge is complete. flashes depending on charge level) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Charging Status Sound Action/Reason Indicator Short Flashing Green Four audible beeps 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 0 208. None (Upon Plug-in) None Charge cord connection should be checked. None (After Green or None Charge cord connection should be checked. Yellow CSI Indication If connection is good, this may be due to a Observed) power failure or a total utility interruption via OnStar and charging will begin later. See Utility Interruption of Charging 0 219 or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 109. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Charging Status Sound Action/Reason Indicator None Repeated audible beeps Electricity has been interrupted before To disable this feature, see “Charge Power charging was complete. Repeated beeps Loss Alert” in Vehicle Person- will stop if power is restored within alization 0 139. 90 seconds. 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 beeps Charge port door is open. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Charge Cord . Electrical outlets may wear out with normal usage or may be IMPORTANT SAFETY damaged over time, making INSTRUCTIONS them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging. . Check the electrical outlet/plug while charging and discontinue use if the electrical outlet/plug is hot, then have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician. This symbol means Warning: Risk of electrical shock. . When outdoors, plug into an 1. Wall Plug electrical outlet that is See Radio Frequency 2. Status Indicators weatherproof. Statement 0 343. 3. Vehicle Plug . Mount the charging cord to A portable charge cord used to 4. Release Button reduce strain on the electrical charge the vehicle high voltage outlet/plug. battery is stored in the left storage Important Information about compartment in the rear cargo area. Portable Electric Vehicle Charging . Charging an electric vehicle can { Danger stress a building’s electrical Improper use of portable electric system more than a typical vehicle charge cords may cause household appliance. a fire, electrical shock, or burns, . Before plugging into any and may result in damage to electrical outlet, have a qualified property, serious injury, or death. electrician inspect and verify the (Continued) electrical system for heavy-duty service at a 12 amp continuous load. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Danger (Continued) Warning (Continued) Caution . Do not use extension cords, . Read all the safety warnings . To reduce the risk of fire, multi-outlet power strips, and instructions before installations shall comply splitters, grounding using this product. Failure to with the requirements of adaptors, surge protectors, follow the warnings and the National Electric Code, or similar devices. instructions may result in ANSI/NFPA 70 (USA), . Do not use an electrical electric shock, fire, and/or Canadian Electrical Code outlet that is worn or serious injury. CSA 22.1 and IEC 60364 – damaged, or will not hold . Never leave children Electrical installations in the plug firmly in place. unattended near the vehicle buildings, depending on the while the vehicle is charging region in which the unit is . Do not use an electrical being installed. The installer outlet that is not properly and never allow children to play with the charge cord. shall comply with any grounded. additional local . Do not use an electrical . If the plug provided does requirements mandated by outlet that is on a circuit with not fit the electrical outlet, the country and/or other electrical loads. do not modify the plug. municipality. Arrange for a qualified electrician to inspect the . Do not use this product if electrical outlet. the flexible power cord or { Warning the electric vehicle cable is . Do not put fingers into the frayed, has broken When using electric products, electric vehicle connector. insulation, or shows any basic precautions should always other signs of damage. be followed, including the . For Canada only: Not for following: use in commercial garages. (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Charge Cord Status Indicators Caution (Continued) After plugging in the charge cord, it . Do not use this product if will perform a quick self test. the enclosure or the vehicle Verify the charge cord status. When plug is broken, cracked, open, or shows any other the O indicator is lit solid green, indication of damage. the charge cord is ready to charge the vehicle. . The plug must be plugged into an appropriate electrical The charge cord utilizes a outlet that is properly combination of the O and P installed in accordance with indicators to display the status of all local codes and the charge cord per the following ordinances. Do not modify table. the plug provided with the product. If the plug does not fit the electrical outlet, have a proper electrical outlet installed by a qualified electrician. If ground is missing, the charge cord indicators will indicate an electrical system fault and the vehicle may not charge. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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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 be damaged over time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging. Do not n O R p b use an electrical outlet that is worn, damaged, or one that Flashing Green Solid Red 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 missing or improper ground within the building's electrical ( O R o system. Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly Off (No Light) Solid Red grounded. Use another electrical outlet or have a qualified electrician inspect and verify the building's electrical system. Vehicle Fault: The charge cord ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) has tripped. Ensure that there is no physical damage ( n to the charge cord, and that the vehicle plug is seated R b Off (No Light) Flashing Red completely and making a good connection. Reset the charge cord by unplugging from the electrical outlet and re-plugging it. If the fault remains, see an authorized dealer for service. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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O P Symbol Fault/Condition/Event

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 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 that is properly installed and the electrical outlet is powered. Warning (Continued) grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Charge Limit Selection electrical circuit capacity. Use the lowest charge level if the Charge level selection can be made electrical circuit or electrical outlet { Warning using the Charge Limit Preference screen on the center stack. See capacity is not known. Improper connection of the “Charge Limit Selection” under charge cord ground may cause Programmable Charging 0 118. Grounding Instructions electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician if there is This product must be grounded. { Warning If this product should malfunction or doubt as to whether the product is break down, grounding provides a properly grounded. Do not modify Using a charge level that exceeds path of least resistance for electric the plug provided with the the electrical circuit or electrical current to reduce the risk of electric product. If it will not fit the outlet capacity may start a fire or shock. This product is equipped with electrical outlet, have a proper damage the electrical circuit. Use a cord that has an equipment electrical outlet installed by a the lowest charge level until a grounding conductor and a qualified electrician. qualified electrician inspects the grounding plug. The plug must be (Continued) plugged into an appropriate outlet Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Mounting Instructions

3. Mark and drill the mounting 5. Securely mount the charge holes in a wall stud or suitable cord on to the screws. 1. Identify an appropriate location structure. Stay away from any 6. Connect the wall plug to the for the charge cord. power source. electrical outlet. 2. Locate a mounting support, Space the holes 18.7 cm (7 3/ 7. Connect the vehicle plug to the such as a wall stud. 8 in) apart. charge port. The appropriate height for 4. Install the mounting screws in mounting the charge cord is the wall surface leaving the 91 cm (36 in) from the floor. head of the screws 5 mm (3/ 16 in) from the surface. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Lock Feature . The device must accept any Changing the charge mode to interference received, including Immediate or performing a delayed interference that may cause charging override will not disable a undesired operation of the utility interruption. device. A pop-up will appear in the center Changes or modifications to any of stack display during the key cycle these systems by other than an following any utility interruption. See authorized service facility could void “Charging Interrupted or Overridden authorization to use this equipment. Pop-Up” under Programmable Charging 0 118. Utility Interruption of A message will display on the A lock can be added to the vehicle instrument cluster indicating that a plug for additional security. Charging utility interruption has occurred. See If using AC charging, this vehicle Instrument Cluster 0 100. FCC Notice will respond to remote requests This unit has systems that operate through OnStar to limit or Charging Station on a radio frequency that complies completely block electrical power Troubleshooting with Part 15 of the Federal grid usage for brief time periods. Communications Commission (FCC) A utility interruption of charging may If the vehicle does not charge after rules and with ICES-003E of increase AC vehicle charge times. being plugged in to a residential 240-volt charging station: Industry Canada. When electrical grid power is FCC rules, ICES-003E of Industry completely blocked, the vehicle will 1. Verify that the charge mode is Canada, and EMC Directive 2004/ delay charging until the utility set to Immediate. 108/EC. interruption has expired. The vehicle 2. Verify that the charging Operation is subject to the following should be left plugged in so that the station’s circuit breaker has not two conditions: vehicle can automatically begin been tripped. charging. . The device may not cause interference. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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3. Plug the portable charge cord . IEC 61851-22 equipment installation instructions. into the wall outlet, verify that . IEC 61851-23 Contact your dealer for more the indicator light on the charge information. cord is solid green, and . IEC 61851-24 connect it to the vehicle. See . IEC 62196-1 Caution “Charge Cord Status Indicators” in Charge . IEC 62196-2 Do not use portable or stationary Cord 0 213. . IEC 62196-3 backup generating equipment to 4. If the vehicle charges with the . ISO 15118 charge the vehicle. This may portable charge cord, there cause damage to the vehicle's may be a problem with the . GB/T 18487.1 charging system. Only charge the charging station. Try to charge . GB/T 20234.1 vehicle from utility supplied power. the vehicle with a different . GB/T 20234.2 240-volt charging station, such as a public station. If both The following are the minimum attempts charge the vehicle, requirements for circuits used to contact the charging station charge this vehicle: manufacturer. . 120 volts/15 amps Electrical Requirements . 240 volts/20 amps for Battery Charging Charging equipment with a rating of at least 240 volts/20 amps will This vehicle is capable of being provide the fastest charging time charged with most standard vehicle and best charging efficiency to charging equipment complying with recharge the high voltage battery. one or more of the following: 240 volt/40 amp circuits provide . SAE J1772 flexibility for future vehicle charging needs. Always follow the charging . SAE J2847-2 . IEC 61851-1 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Driving and Operating 221 Fuel octane rating below 87, as it may cause engine damage and will lower Caution Use of the recommended fuel is an fuel economy. important part of the proper Do not use fuel containing maintenance of this vehicle. When Use of Seasonal Fuels methanol. It can corrode metal driving in the U.S. and Canada, to Use summer and winter fuels in the parts in the fuel system and also help keep the engine clean and appropriate season. The fuels damage plastic and rubber parts. maintain optimum vehicle industry automatically modifies the That damage would not be performance, we recommend using fuel for the appropriate season. covered under the vehicle TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines. If fuel is left in the vehicle tank for warranty. See www.toptiergas.com for a list of long periods of time, driving or TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines. starting could be affected. Drive the Some gasolines, mainly high octane vehicle until the fuel is at one-half racing gasolines, can contain an tank or less, then refuel with the octane-enhancing additive called current seasonal fuel. methylcyclopentadienyl manganese Prohibited Fuels tricarbonyl (MMT). Do not use gasolines and/or fuel additives with Gasolines containing oxygenates MMT as they can reduce spark plug such as ethers and ethanol, as well life and affect emission control as reformulated gasolines, are system performance. The available in some cities. If these malfunction indicator lamp may turn gasolines comply with the on. If this occurs, see your dealer previously described specification, for service. then they are acceptable to use. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and California Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline other fuels containing more than meeting ASTM specification D4814 15% ethanol must be used only in Requirements with a posted octane rating of 87 or FlexFuel vehicles. If the vehicle is certified to meet higher. Do not use gasoline with an California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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meet California specifications. See fuel not recommended. Costly the underhood emission control repairs caused by use of improper Warning (Continued) label. If this fuel is not available in fuel would not be covered by the states adopting California Emissions vehicle warranty. . To help avoid injuries to you Standards, the vehicle will operate and others, read and follow satisfactorily on fuels meeting Fuel Additives all the instructions on the federal specifications, but emission fuel pump island. control system performance might To keep fuel systems clean, TOP . Turn off the engine when be affected. The malfunction TIER Detergent Gasoline is refueling. recommended. See Fuel 0 221. indicator lamp could turn on and the . Keep sparks, flames, and vehicle may not pass a smog-check If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is smoking materials away test. See Malfunction Indicator not available, one bottle of Fuel from fuel. Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 109. System Treatment PLUS added to If this occurs, return to your the fuel tank at every engine oil . Do not leave the fuel pump authorized dealer for diagnosis. If it change, can help. Fuel System unattended. is determined that the condition is Treatment PLUS is the only . Do not use a cell phone caused by the type of fuel used, gasoline additive recommended by while refueling. repairs may not be covered by the General Motors. It is available at vehicle warranty. your dealer. . Do not re-enter the vehicle while pumping fuel. Fuels in Foreign Filling the Tank . Keep children away from Countries the fuel pump and never let children pump fuel. If planning to drive in countries { Warning . Fuel can spray out if the fuel outside the U.S. or Canada, the Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn proper fuel might be hard to find. cap is opened too quickly. violently and can cause injury or Check regional auto club or fuel This spray can happen if the death. retail brand websites for availability tank is nearly full, and is in the country where driving. Never (Continued) more likely in hot weather. use leaded gasoline, fuel containing (Continued) methanol, manganese, or any other Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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4. After refueling, reinstall the fuel Warning (Continued) cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks. Close the fuel door. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop, then unscrew the { Warning cap all the way. Overfilling the fuel tank by more than three clicks of a standard fill The fuel system on this vehicle nozzle may cause: requires a refueling process to control evaporative emissions. To . Vehicle performance issues, refuel the vehicle: including engine stalling and damage to the fuel system. 2. When the READY TO REFUEL . Fuel spills. message displays, the fuel door on the passenger side will . Potential fuel fires. unlock. To open the fuel door, push and release the rearward Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a center edge of the door. few seconds after you have finished 3. Turn the fuel cap pumping before removing the counterclockwise to remove. nozzle. Clean fuel from painted While refueling, hang the fuel surfaces as soon as possible. See cap tether from the hook on the Exterior Care 0 306. inside of the fuel door. Complete refueling within 1. Press the fuel door button on 30 minutes of pressing the fuel the driver door for one second. door button on the driver door. A WAIT TO REFUEL message If refueling after more than displays on the Driver 30 minutes, press the fuel door Information Center. button again. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Filling a Portable Fuel { Warning Warning (Continued) Container If a fire starts while you are . Fill the container no more refueling, do not remove the { Warning than 95% full to allow for nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by expansion. shutting off the pump or by Filling a portable fuel container . Do not smoke, light notifying the station attendant. while it is in the vehicle can cause matches, or use lighters Leave the area immediately. fuel vapors that can ignite either while pumping fuel. by static electricity or other . Avoid using cell phones or means. You or others could be other electronic devices. Caution badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged. Always: If a new fuel cap is needed, be . Use approved fuel sure to get the right type of cap containers. from your dealer. The wrong type of fuel cap may not fit properly, . Remove the container from may cause the malfunction the vehicle, trunk, or pickup indicator lamp to light, and could bed before filling. damage the fuel tank and . Place the container on the emissions system. See ground. Malfunction Indicator Lamp 0 . Place the nozzle inside the (Check Engine Light) 109. fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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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 The vehicle is neither designed nor Equipment would not be covered by the intended to tow a trailer or another vehicle warranty. Always check vehicle. { Warning with your dealer before adding For information on towing a disabled electrical equipment. vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle The Data Link Connector (DLC) is 0 303. For information on towing the used for vehicle service and Add-on equipment can drain the vehicle behind another vehicle such Emission Inspection/Maintenance vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the as a motor home, see Recreational testing. See Malfunction Indicator vehicle is not operating. Vehicle Towing 0 304. Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 109. A device connected to the When adding electrical equipment, it DLC — such as an aftermarket should only be connected using the fleet or driver-behavior tracking accessory power outlets. The device — may interfere with maximum power that can be vehicle systems. This could affect supplied by one accessory power vehicle operation and cause a outlet, or spread across all power crash. Such devices may also outlets, is 200 watts or 15 amps. Exceeding 200 watts or 15 amps access information stored in the may cause erratic vehicle operation. vehicle s systems. ’ See Power Outlets 0 98. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Brakes ...... 244 Wheels and Tires Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ...... 245 Tires ...... 263 Battery - North America ...... 246 All-Season Tires ...... 264 General Information Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock Winter Tires ...... 264 Control Function Check . . . . . 248 Low-Profile Tires ...... 265 General Information ...... 227 Park Brake and P (Park) Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 265 California Proposition Mechanism Check ...... 249 Tire Designations ...... 267 65 Warning ...... 227 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 249 Tire Terminology and California Perchlorate Definitions ...... 268 Materials Requirements . . . . . 227 Headlamp Aiming Tire Pressure ...... 270 Accessories and Headlamp Aiming ...... 250 Tire Pressure Monitor Modifications ...... 227 System ...... 272 Lifting the Vehicle ...... 228 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement ...... 250 Tire Pressure Monitor Vehicle Checks Halogen Bulbs ...... 250 Operation ...... 273 Doing Your Own LED Lighting ...... 250 Tire Inspection ...... 276 Service Work ...... 230 Headlamps ...... 251 Tire Rotation ...... 276 Hood ...... 231 Taillamps ...... 251 When It Is Time for New Engine Compartment License Plate Lamp ...... 252 Tires ...... 277 Overview ...... 233 Replacement Bulbs ...... 253 Buying New Tires ...... 278 Engine Oil ...... 234 Different Size Tires and Engine Oil Life System ...... 236 Electrical System Wheels ...... 279 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 237 High Voltage Devices and Uniform Tire Quality Cooling System (Engine) . . . . . 238 Wiring ...... 253 Grading ...... 280 Cooling System (High Voltage Electrical System Overload . . . 253 Wheel Alignment and Tire Battery) ...... 239 Engine Compartment Fuse Balance ...... 281 Cooling System (Power Block ...... 254 Wheel Replacement ...... 281 Electronics and Charger Instrument Panel Fuse Tire Chains ...... 283 Modules) ...... 240 Block ...... 258 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 283 Engine Coolant ...... 241 Rear Compartment Fuse Tire Sealant and Engine Overheating ...... 243 Block ...... 261 Compressor Kit ...... 285 Washer Fluid ...... 244 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Vehicle Care 227 Storing the Tire Sealant and General Information harm. Engine exhaust, many parts Compressor Kit ...... 291 and systems, many fluids, and Tire Changing ...... 291 For service and parts needs, visit some component wear by-products Compact Spare Tire ...... 296 your dealer. You will receive contain and/or emit these genuine GM parts and GM-trained chemicals. Jump Starting and supported service people. Jump Starting - North See Battery - North America 0 246 America ...... 297 Genuine GM parts have one of and Jump Starting - North these marks: America 0 297. Towing the Vehicle Towing the Vehicle ...... 303 California Perchlorate Recreational Vehicle Towing ...... 304 Materials Requirements Appearance Care Certain types of automotive applications, such as airbag Exterior Care ...... 306 initiators, safety belt pretensioners, Interior Care ...... 311 and lithium batteries contained in Floor Mats ...... 314 Remote Keyless Entry transmitters, may contain perchlorate materials. Special handling may be necessary. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. California Proposition 65 Warning Accessories and WARNING: Most motor vehicles, Modifications including this one, contain and/or Adding non-dealer accessories or emit chemicals known to the State making modifications to the vehicle of California to cause cancer and can affect vehicle performance and birth defects or other reproductive safety, including such things as Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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airbags, braking, stability, ride and Also, see Adding Equipment to the 1. Front Lifting Points handling, emissions systems, Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 72. 2. Rear Lifting Points aerodynamics, durability, and Access the front lifting points (1) just electronic systems like antilock Lifting the Vehicle behind the front tires. brakes, traction control, and stability control. These accessories or Use only a hoist or a service jack to Access the rear lifting points (2) just modifications could even cause lift the vehicle. Do not use any other in front of the rear tires malfunction or damage not covered type of jack. by the vehicle warranty. Lifting the Vehicle with a Hoist Damage to suspension components To hoist lift, look for the four cutout caused by modifying vehicle height areas on the body flange. outside of factory settings will not be covered by the warranty. Caution Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the Lifting the vehicle improperly can installation or use of non-GM damage the vehicle and result in certified parts, including control costly repairs not covered by the The hoist arm pad and jack stands module or software modifications, is warranty. must be placed on this recessed not covered under the terms of the area of the flange. vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for Lifting the Vehicle with a affected parts. Service Jack GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other { Warning systems on the vehicle. See your Lifting a vehicle can cause an dealer to accessorize the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories injury. The vehicle can slip off the installed by a dealer technician. jack and roll over you or other (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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people. You and they could be Raising the vehicle with the jack badly injured. Find a level place improperly positioned can to lift your vehicle. To help damage the vehicle or the vehicle prevent the vehicle from moving: may fall and cause injury to you 1. Set the parking brake firmly. or others. 2. Put the shift lever in P (Park). When using a jack to lift the vehicle, Use the lifting pads (1) to properly follow the instructions that came lift the vehicle with a service jack. 3. Turn off the vehicle. with the jack and be sure to use the To be even more certain the correct lifting points to avoid vehicle will not move, put blocks damaging the vehicle. in front of and behind the wheels. Caution

{ Warning Lifting the vehicle improperly can cause damage and result in Getting under a vehicle when it is costly repairs not covered by the lifted on a jack is dangerous. warranty. Lift the vehicle using If the vehicle slips off the jack, only the lifting pads when lifting you could be badly injured or the vehicle with a jack. killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by 1. Lifting Pad a jack. 2. Flange Cutout Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

230 Vehicle Care Place the service jack on the lifting Vehicle Checks pad. There is a cutout on the flange Warning (Continued) to identify the lifting pad. Doing Your Own or modify these components. For additional information, see your Service Work High voltage cable or wiring has dealer and the service manual. orange covering. Do not probe, tamper with, cut, or modify high For more information, see Doing { Warning Your Own Service Work 0 230. voltage cable or wiring. Never try to do your own service on high voltage battery components. You can be injured { Warning and the vehicle can be damaged It can be dangerous to work on if you try to do your own service your vehicle if you do not have work. Service and repair of these the proper knowledge, service high voltage battery components manual, tools, or parts. Always should only be performed by a follow owner manual procedures trained dealer technician with the and consult the service manual proper knowledge and tools. for your vehicle before doing any Exposure to high voltage can service work. cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage If doing some of your own service components in the vehicle can work, use the proper service only be serviced by technicians manual. It tells you much more with special training. about how to service the vehicle High voltage components are than this manual can. To order the identified by labels. Do not proper service manual, see Service remove, open, take apart, Publications Ordering Information 0 342. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Airbag System Check 0 73. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See 2. Pull the release handle with Maintenance Records 0 328. this symbol. It is below the instrument panel outboard of Caution the steering wheel.

Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage 4. Lift the hood and release the to vehicle systems. Do not allow hood prop rod from its retainer contaminants to contact the fluids, above the radiator support. reservoir caps, or dipsticks. Place the prop rod securely into the slot in the hood. Hood To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, check To open the hood: 3. Go to the front of the vehicle that all filler caps are properly 1. Turn the vehicle off before and locate the secondary installed. Then, lift the hood to opening the hood. If the release lever under the front relieve pressure on the vehicle is on, the engine will left center of the hood. Push hood prop. start when the hood is opened. the secondary hood release See Electric Mode 0 177 and lever to the right to disengage. Extended Range Mode 0 177. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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2. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return it to its retainer above the radiator support. The prop rod must lock 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 so it fully latches. Check to make sure the hood is firmly closed. Repeat the process if necessary. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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1. Windshield Washer Fluid 9. Engine Coolant Surge Tank . Use engine oil approved to the Reservoir. See “Adding Washer and Pressure Cap. See Engine proper specification and of the Fluid” under Washer Coolant 0 241. proper viscosity grade. See 0 Fluid 244. 10. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” 2. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 237. See Jump Starting - North in this section. 0 3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See America 297. . Check the engine oil level Engine Oil 0 234. 11. Power Electronics Coolant regularly and maintain the Reservoir and Pressure Cap. proper oil level. See “Checking 4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil” and “When to Add Engine Oil 0 234. See Cooling System (Engine) 0 238 or Cooling System (High Engine Oil” in this section. 5. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of Voltage Battery) 0 239 or . Change the engine oil at the View). See Cooling System Cooling System (Power appropriate time. See Engine Oil (Engine) 0 238 or Cooling Electronics and Charger Life System 0 236. System (High Voltage Battery) Modules) 0 240. 0 239 or Cooling System . Always dispose of engine oil 12. Engine Compartment Fuse properly. See “What to Do with (Power Electronics and 0 Charger Modules) 0 240. Block 254. Used Oil” in this section. 6. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See 13. Remote Negative (−) Terminal. Checking Engine Oil Brake Fluid 0 245. See Jump Starting - North America 0 297. It is a good idea to check the engine 7. Electric Drive Unit Fluid Cap. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to Engine Oil get an accurate reading, the vehicle 8. High Voltage Battery Coolant must be on level ground. The Reservoir and Pressure Cap. To ensure proper engine engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. See Cooling System (Engine) performance and long life, careful 0 See Engine Compartment Overview 238 or Cooling System (High attention must be paid to engine oil. 0 0 233 for the location of the engine Voltage Battery) 239 or Following these simple, but oil dipstick. Cooling System (Power important steps will help protect Electronics and Charger your investment: Modules) 0 240. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Obtaining an accurate oil level When to Add Engine Oil reading is essential: Caution (Continued) 1. If the engine has been running gets above the cross-hatched recently, turn off the engine and area that shows the proper allow several minutes for the oil operating range, the engine could to drain back into the oil pan. be damaged. You should drain Checking the oil level too soon out the excess oil or limit driving after engine shutoff will not of the vehicle and seek a service provide an accurate oil level If the oil is below the cross-hatched professional to remove the reading. area at the tip of the dipstick, add excess amount of oil. 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil { Warning and then recheck the level. See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in See Engine Compartment Overview “ ” 0 The engine oil dipstick handle this section for an explanation of 233 for the location of the engine may be hot; it could burn you. what kind of oil to use. For engine oil fill cap. Use a towel or glove to touch the oil crankcase capacity, see Add enough oil to put the level dipstick handle. Capacities and Specifications 0 330. somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it Caution back in when through. with a clean paper towel or Selecting the Right Engine Oil cloth, then push it back in all Do not add too much oil. Oil the way. Remove it again, levels above or below the Selecting the right engine oil keeping the tip down, and acceptable operating range depends on both the proper oil check the level. shown on the dipstick are harmful specification and viscosity grade. to the engine. If you find that you See Recommended Fluids and have an oil level above the Lubricants 0 326. operating range, i.e., the engine has so much oil that the oil level (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Specification When selecting an oil of the Used oil can be a threat to the Ask for and use engine oils that appropriate viscosity grade, it is environment. If you change your recommended to select an oil of the own oil, be sure to drain all the oil meet the dexos1™ specification. Engine oils that have been correct specification. See from the filter before disposal. Never approved by GM as meeting the “Specification” earlier in this section. dispose of oil by putting it in the dexos1 specification are marked trash or pouring it on the ground, Engine Oil Additives/Engine into sewers, or into streams or with the dexos1 approved logo. See Oil Flushes www.gmdexos.com. bodies of water. Recycle it by taking Do not add anything to the oil. The it to a place that collects used oil. recommended oils meeting the dexos1 specification are all that is Engine Oil Life System needed for good performance and engine protection. When to Change Engine Oil Engine oil system flushes are not This vehicle has a computer system recommended and could cause that indicates when to change the engine damage not covered by the engine oil and filter. This is based Caution vehicle warranty. on a combination of factors which include engine revolutions, engine Failure to use the recommended What to Do with Used Oil temperature, and miles driven. engine oil or equivalent can result Used engine oil contains certain Based on driving conditions, the in engine damage not covered by elements that can be unhealthy for mileage at which an oil change is the vehicle warranty. your skin and could even cause indicated can vary considerably. For cancer. Do not let used oil stay on the oil life system to work properly, the system must be reset every time Viscosity Grade your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, the oil is changed. Use SAE 5W-20 viscosity grade or a good hand cleaner. Wash or When the system has calculated engine oil. SAE 0W-20 may be used properly dispose of clothing or rags that oil life has been diminished, it as an alternative. containing used engine oil. See the indicates that an oil change is manufacturer's warnings about the necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE use and disposal of oil products. OIL SOON message comes on. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Change the oil as soon as possible 1. Select REMAINING OIL LIFE How to Inspect the Engine Air within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). on the DIC menu. Filter It is possible that, if driving under V the best conditions, the oil life 2. Press and hold for several Do not start the engine or have the system might indicate that an oil seconds while the Oil Life engine running with the engine air change is not necessary for up to display is active to reset the Oil cleaner/filter housing open. Before two years. The engine oil and filter Life system. removing the engine air cleaner/ filter, make sure that the engine air must be changed at least once 3. 100% OIL LIFE will be cleaner/filter housing and nearby every two years and, at this time, displayed when the oil life components are free of dirt and the system must be reset. Your system is successfully reset. dealer has trained service people debris. Remove the engine air who will perform this work and reset If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake the system. It is also important to message comes back on when the the engine air cleaner/filter (away check the oil regularly over the vehicle is started, the engine oil life from the vehicle), to release loose course of an oil drain interval and system has not reset. Repeat the dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air keep it at the proper level. procedure. cleaner/filter for damage, and replace if damaged. Do not clean If the system is ever reset Engine Air Cleaner/Filter the engine air cleaner/filter or accidentally, the oil must be components with water or changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) The engine air cleaner/filter is in the compressed air. since the last oil change. engine compartment on the Remember to reset the oil life passenger side of the vehicle, see To inspect or replace the air filter: system whenever the oil is changed. Engine Compartment 1. Open the hood. See Overview 0 233. Hood 0 231. How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System When to Inspect the Engine Air 2. Locate the engine air cleaner/ Filter filter assembly on the Reset the system whenever the passenger side of the engine For intervals on changing and engine oil is changed so that the compartment. See Engine inspecting the engine air cleaner/ system can calculate the next Compartment Overview 0 233. engine oil change. To reset the filter, see Maintenance system: Schedule 0 317. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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3. Install the five screws to secure Cooling System (Engine) the air cleaner/filter cover to the air cleaner/filter housing assembly.

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Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine 3. Remove the five screws and lift backfires. Use caution when the air cleaner/filter cover from working on the engine and do not the air cleaner/filter housing drive with the air cleaner/filter off. 1. Engine Cooling Fans (Out assembly. of View) How to Reinstall the Engine Caution 2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Air Filter and Pressure Cap 1. Install the air filter into the If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt engine air cleaner/filter can easily get into the engine, { Warning assembly. The outer air filter which could damage it. Always The electric fans under the hood seal must be fitted properly in have the air cleaner/filter in place can start up even when the the engine air cleaner/filter when you are driving. assembly. engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, 2. Replace the air cleaner/filter clothing, and tools away from any cover by lowering it to meet the underhood electric fan. bottom of the engine air cleaner/filter housing assembly. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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If the coolant inside the coolant should be running. If it is not, the What to Use surge tank is boiling, do not do vehicle needs service. Turn off the The high voltage battery coolant anything else until it cools down. vehicle. reservoir in the vehicle is filled with The vehicle should be parked on a GM Premix DEX-COOL® engine level surface. Cooling System (High coolant. See Recommended Fluids The coolant level should be up to Voltage Battery) and Lubricants 0 326. If using this the cold fill line. If it is not, there During vehicle operation and also mixture, nothing else needs to be might be a leak at the radiator during charging, the high voltage added. hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water battery cells in the vehicle are kept The coolant needs to be replaced at pump, or somewhere else in the within a normal operating the appropriate interval. See cooling system. temperature range. If the high Maintenance Schedule 0 317. voltage battery cell temperature { Warning rises above the normal operating Checking Coolant temperature range, the battery The vehicle must be on a level Heater and radiator hoses, and cooling system turns on the air surface when checking the coolant other engine parts, can be very conditioning compressor and cools level. hot. Do not touch them. If you do, the coolant until the correct battery The high voltage battery coolant you can be burned. cell temperature is reached. If the reservoir is located in the engine high voltage battery cell temperature Do not run the vehicle if there is a compartment. See Engine falls below the normal operating leak. If you run the engine, it Compartment Overview 0 233. could lose all coolant. That could temperature range, a high voltage cause an engine fire, and you heater, located in the battery, heats could be burned. Get any leak the coolant until the correct battery fixed before you drive the vehicle. cell temperature is reached. During high voltage battery system cooling, you may feel temperature If there seems to be no leak, with changes at the air vents due to the the engine on, check to see if the extra load on the system. cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, the fans Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The high voltage battery cooling The coolant needs to be replaced at system should only be serviced by a the appropriate interval. See qualified technician. Maintenance Schedule 0 317. Cooling System (Power Checking Coolant Electronics and Charger The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant Modules) level. The power electronics and charger The power electronics and charger modules are cooled using the same modules coolant reservoir is located coolant loop. in the engine compartment. See The power electronics and charger Engine Compartment 1. High Voltage Battery modules in the vehicle are kept Overview 0 233. Coolant Reservoir below a maximum temperature 2. Power Electronics Coolant threshold. If the coolant temperature Reservoir rises above this temperature threshold, the electric cooling fans Check to see if coolant is visible in will turn on and cool the coolant the high voltage battery coolant until the correct temperature is reservoir (1). If coolant is visible but reached. the coolant level is below the cold fill line on the side of the reservoir, What to Use there could be a leak in the cooling system. The power electronics and charger modules coolant reservoir in the The high voltage battery cooling vehicle is filled with GM Premix system supports the operation of DEX-COOL engine coolant. See sensitive electronics that are critical Recommended Fluids and 1. High Voltage Battery to vehicle operation. Lubricants 0 326. If using this Coolant Reservoir mixture, nothing else needs to be added. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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2. Power Electronics Coolant The following explains the cooling . Gives freezing protection down Reservoir system and how to check and add to −37 °C (−34 °F), outside Check to see if coolant is visible in coolant when it is low. If there is a temperature. problem with engine overheating, the power electronics coolant 0 . Gives boiling protection up to reservoir (2). If coolant is visible but see Engine Overheating 243. 129 °C (265 °F), engine the coolant level is below the cold What to Use temperature. fill line on the side of the reservoir, . Protects against rust and there could be a leak in the cooling { Warning corrosion. system. . Will not damage aluminum parts. The power electronics cooling Adding only plain water or some system supports the operation of other liquid to the cooling system . Helps keep the proper engine sensitive electronics. can be dangerous. Plain water temperature. The power electronics cooling and other liquids, can boil before system should only be serviced by a the proper coolant mixture will. Caution qualified technician. The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. If improper coolant mixture, Engine Coolant With plain water or the wrong inhibitors, or additives are used in mixture, the engine could get too the vehicle cooling system, the The engine cooling system in the hot but you would not get the engine could overheat and be vehicle is filled with GM Premix overheat warning. The engine damaged. Too much deionized DEX-COOL engine coolant. See could catch fire and you or others water or clean drinkable water Recommended Fluids and could be burned. Use GM Premix can freeze and crack engine Lubricants 0 326. The coolant DEX-COOL coolant. cooling parts. The repairs would requires changing at certain not be covered by the vehicle intervals. See Maintenance warranty. Use only the proper 0 Schedule 317. Use GM Premix DEX-COOL engine mixture of engine coolant for the coolant. If using this mixture, cooling system. See nothing else needs to be added. Recommended Fluids and This mixture: Lubricants 0 326. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Never dispose of engine coolant by The coolant reservoir is on the putting it in the trash, pouring it on passenger side of the engine Caution the ground, or into sewers, streams, compartment. See Engine or bodies of water. Have the coolant Compartment Overview 0 233. This vehicle has a specific changed by an authorized service coolant fill procedure. Failure to The coolant level should be at or follow this procedure could cause center, familiar with legal above the cold fill line on the requirements regarding used the engine to overheat and be coolant surge tank. If it is not, there severely damaged. coolant disposal. This will help could be a leak in the cooling protect the environment and your system. health. How to Add Coolant to the { Warning Checking Coolant Coolant Surge Tank The vehicle must be on a level The electric fans under the hood can start up even when the surface when checking the coolant { Warning level. engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, Check to see if coolant is visible in You can be burned if you spill clothing, and tools away from any the coolant surge tank. If the coolant coolant on hot engine parts. inside the coolant surge tank is Coolant contains ethylene glycol underhood electric fan. boiling, do not do anything else until and it will burn if the engine parts it cools down. If coolant is visible are hot enough. Do not spill but the coolant level is not at or coolant on a hot engine. { Warning above the cold fill mark, add GM Premix DEX-COOL engine coolant Steam and scalding liquids from a at the coolant surge tank, but be hot cooling system can blow out sure the cooling system is cool and burn you badly. They are before this is done. See Engine under pressure, and if you turn Overheating 0 243. the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — they can (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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1. Turn the pressure cap slowly Warning (Continued) counterclockwise. If a hiss is Caution heard, wait for that to stop. come out at high speed. Never A hiss means there is still If the pressure cap is not tightly turn the cap when the cooling some pressure left. installed, coolant loss and system, including the surge tank possible engine damage may pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the 2. Keep turning the cap and occur. Be sure the cap is properly cooling system and surge tank remove it. and tightly secured. pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap. Engine Overheating If coolant is needed, add the proper The vehicle has an indicator to warn GM Premix DEX-COOL engine of engine overheating. coolant at the coolant surge tank. If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program 0 337. If the decision is made to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with parked on a level surface. The coolant surge tank pressure the proper mixture to the cold Then check to see if the engine cap can be removed when the fill line. cooling system, including the surge cooling fan is running. If the engine tank pressure cap and upper 4. Replace the pressure cap. Be is overheating, the fan should be radiator hose, is no longer hot. sure the pressure cap is running. If it is not, do not continue hand-tight and fully seated. to run the vehicle, and have the vehicle serviced. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Open the cap with the washer Caution symbol on it. Add washer fluid until Caution (Continued) the tank is full. See Engine Running the engine without Compartment Overview 0 233 for . When using concentrated coolant may cause damage or a reservoir location. washer fluid, follow the fire. Vehicle damage would not be manufacturer instructions for adding water. covered by the vehicle warranty. Caution . Fill the washer fluid tank Washer Fluid . Do not use washer fluid that only three-quarters full when contains any type of water it is very cold. This allows What to Use repellent coating. This can for fluid expansion if cause the wiper blades to freezing occurs, which could When adding windshield washer chatter or skip. damage the tank if it is fluid to the vehicle, be sure to read completely full. the manufacturer's instructions . Do not use engine coolant before use. If operating the vehicle (antifreeze) in the in an area where the temperature windshield washer. It can Brakes may fall below freezing, use a fluid damage the windshield that has sufficient protection against washer system and paint. Disc brake pads have built-in wear freezing. indicators that make a high-pitched . Do not mix water with warning sound when the brake pads Adding Washer Fluid ready-to-use washer fluid. are worn and new pads are needed. Water can cause the The sound can come and go or can solution to freeze and be heard all the time when the damage the washer fluid vehicle is moving, except when tank and other parts of the applying the brake pedal firmly. washer system. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Brake pads should be replaced as The brake master cylinder reservoir { Warning complete sets. is filled with GM approved DOT 3 brake fluid as indicated on the The brake wear warning sound Brake Pedal Travel reservoir cap. See Engine means that soon the brakes will See your dealer if the brake pedal Compartment Overview 0 233 for not work well. That could lead to does not return to normal height, the location of the reservoir. a crash. When the brake wear or if there is a rapid increase in Checking Brake Fluid warning sound is heard, have the pedal travel. This could be a sign vehicle serviced. that brake service may be required. With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level surface, the brake fluid level Replacing Brake System Parts should be between the minimum Caution Always replace brake system parts and maximum marks on the brake with new, approved replacement fluid reservoir. Continuing to drive with worn-out parts. If this is not done, the brakes There are only two reasons why the brake pads could result in costly may not work properly. The braking brake fluid level in the reservoir may brake repair. performance expected can change go down: in many other ways if the wrong . Normal brake lining wear. When Some driving conditions or climates replacement brake parts are installed or if parts are improperly new linings are installed, the can cause a brake squeal when the fluid level goes back up. brakes are first applied or lightly installed. applied. This does not mean . A fluid leak in the brake something is wrong with the brakes. Brake Fluid hydraulic system. Have the brake hydraulic system fixed. Properly torqued wheel nuts are With a leak, the brakes will not necessary to help prevent brake work well. pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and Always clean the brake fluid evenly tighten wheel nuts in the reservoir cap and the area around proper sequence to torque the cap before removing it. specifications. See Capacities and Specifications 0 330. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Do not top off the brake fluid. at the specified intervals to prevent Battery - North America Adding fluid does not correct a leak. increased stopping distance. See If fluid is added when the linings are Maintenance Schedule 0 317. The original equipment battery is worn, there will be too much fluid maintenance free. Do not remove when new brake linings are What to Add the cap and do not add fluid. installed. Add or remove fluid, as Use only GM approved DOT 3 This vehicle has a high voltage necessary, only when work is done brake fluid from a clean, sealed battery and a standard 12-volt on the brake hydraulic system. container. See Recommended battery. Fluids and Lubricants 0 326. If the vehicle is in a crash, the { Warning sensing system may shut down the { Warning high voltage system. When this If too much brake fluid is added, it occurs, the high voltage battery is The wrong or contaminated brake can spill on the engine and burn, disconnected and the vehicle will if the engine is hot enough. You fluid could result in damage to the not start. The SERVICE VEHICLE or others could be burned, and brake system. This could result in SOON message in the Driver the vehicle could be damaged. the loss of braking leading to a Information Center (DIC) will be Add brake fluid only when work is possible injury. Always use the displayed. Before the vehicle can be done on the brake hydraulic proper GM approved brake fluid. operated again, it must be serviced system. at your dealer. See “If a Crash Occurs” under When the brake fluid falls to a low Caution Collision Damage Repair 0 340 and level, the brake warning light comes If brake fluid is spilled on the High Voltage Safety Information on. See Brake System Warning 0 vehicle's painted surfaces, the 19. If an airbag has inflated, see Light 0 110. What Will You See after an Airbag paint finish can be damaged. Inflates? 0 66. Brake fluid absorbs water over time Immediately wash off any painted which degrades the effectiveness of surface. the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Only a trained service technician When using a 12-volt battery Vehicle Storage with the proper knowledge and tools charger on the 12-volt AGM battery, should inspect, test, or replace the some chargers have an AGM { Warning high voltage battery. See your battery setting on the charger. dealer if the high voltage battery If available, use the AGM setting on Batteries have acid that can burn needs service. The dealer has the charger, to limit charge voltage you and gas that can explode. information on how to recycle the to 14.8 volts. Follow the charger You can be badly hurt if you are high voltage battery. There is also manufacturer's instructions. not careful. See Jump Starting - information available at http:// North America 0 297 for tips on www.recyclemybattery.com. { Warning working around a battery without Keep the vehicle plugged in, even getting hurt. when fully charged, to keep the high WARNING: Battery posts, voltage battery temperature ready terminals, and related for the next drive. This is important accessories contain lead and lead Up to four weeks when outside temperatures are compounds, chemicals known to . Plug in the high voltage battery extremely hot or cold. the State of California to cause charge cord if temperatures will cancer and birth defects or other A vehicle cover, which can reduce exceed 35 °C (95 °F) and keep reproductive harm. Batteries also sun loading on the vehicle and the 12-volt battery cables improve high voltage battery life, is contain other chemicals known to connected. the State of California to cause available from your dealer. Four weeks to 12 months cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER Refer to the replacement number HANDLING. . Discharge the high voltage shown on the original battery label battery until two or three bars when a new 12-volt battery is See California Proposition remain on the battery range 0 needed. The vehicle has an 65 Warning 227. indicator (Battery symbol) on the Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt instrument cluster. battery. Installation of a standard Do not plug in the high voltage 12-volt battery will result in reduced . 12-volt battery life. battery charge cord. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Remove the black negative (−) Reconnecting the 12-Volt Black Electric Drive Unit Shift cable from the 12-volt battery. Negative Cable Attach a trickle charger to the Lock Control Function With the 12-volt black negative (−) Check battery terminals or keep the cable disconnected, the hatch 12-volt battery cables connected cannot be opened by pressing the and trickle charge from the hatch release button. If the hatch is { Warning underhood remote positive (+) closed and latched after power has and negative (−) terminals. See been disconnected: When you are doing this Jump Starting - North America inspection, the vehicle could 0 297 for the location of these 1. Use the door key to open the move suddenly. If the vehicle terminals. driver door. moves, you or others could be 2. Manually unlock and open one injured. Caution of the rear doors.

The vehicle is equipped with an 3. Lower one of the rear 1. Before starting this check, be seatbacks. AGM/VRLA 12-volt battery, which sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be can be damaged by using the 4. Pull the load floor cover parked on a level surface. incorrect type of trickle charger. forward to access and An AGM/VRLA-compatible reconnect the 12-volt battery 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. charger must be used, with the black negative (−) cable. See Electric Parking 0 appropriate setting selected. 5. After the cable has been Brake 186. Follow the trickle charger connected, open the rear hatch Be ready to apply the regular manufacturer instructions. and then tighten the cable. brake immediately if the vehicle After the battery cable is begins to move. reconnected, it is possible that the 3. With the vehicle off and the vehicle may not operate in Electric brake not applied, press and Mode. If this happens, the high hold POWER O for more than voltage battery may need to be five seconds to place the charged. vehicle in Service Only Mode. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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See Power Button 0 172. . To check the EPB's holding Without applying the regular ability: With the propulsion Caution brake, try to move the shift system active and the electric lever out of P (Park) with drive unit in N (Neutral), slowly Allowing the wiper arm to touch normal effort. If the shift lever remove foot pressure from the the windshield when no wiper moves out of P (Park), contact regular brake pedal. Do this until blade is installed could damage your dealer for service. the vehicle is held by the the windshield. Any damage that EPB only. occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not allow Park Brake and P (Park) . To check the P (Park) the wiper arm to touch the mechanism's holding ability: Mechanism Check windshield. With the propulsion system { Warning active, shift to P (Park). Then release the EPB followed by the To replace the windshield wiper When you are doing this check, regular brake. blade: the vehicle could begin to move. Contact your dealer if service is 1. Pull the windshield wiper You or others could be injured required. assembly away from the and property could be damaged. windshield. Make sure there is room in front Wiper Blade Replacement of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking. brake at once should the vehicle See the Maintenance begin to move. Schedule 0 317. Replacement blades come in Park on a fairly steep hill, with the different types and are removed in vehicle facing downhill. Keeping different ways. For proper type and your foot on the regular brake, set length, see Maintenance the Electric Parking Brake (EPB). Replacement Parts 0 327. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

250 Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement 0 If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, Bulbs 253. the headlamp aim may be affected. For any bulb-changing procedure If adjustment to the headlamps is not listed in this section, contact necessary, see your dealer. your dealer. Halogen Bulbs

{ Warning 2. Press the button in the middle of the wiper arm connector, Halogen bulbs have pressurized and pull the wiper blade away gas inside and can burst if you from the arm connector. drop or scratch the bulb. You or 3. Remove the wiper blade. others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions 4. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper – on the bulb package. blade replacement. LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps. For replacement of any LED lighting assembly, contact your dealer. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Headlamps 4. Remove the bulb socket from Taillamps the headlamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Remove the bulb from the socket. 6. Install the new bulb in the socket. 7. Install the bulb socket by turning it clockwise. High-Beam Headlamps and Turn 8. Install the cover in the back of Taillamp, Turn Signal, and Reverse Signal Lamps the headlamp assembly by Lamps turning it clockwise. 1. High-Beam Headlamp 1. Reverse Lamp 9. For the passenger side, 2. Turn Signal Lamp 2. Turn Signal Lamp reinstall the windshield washer To replace a high-beam headlamp bottle filler neck by firmly 3. Brake Lamp or turn signal lamp: pushing it straight into the To replace rear lamp bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See bottle. 1. Open the hatch. Hood 0 231. 2. Remove the two Torx® screws 2. For the passenger side bulb, and the other screw that remove the windshield washer secure the taillamp housing bottle filler neck by firmly 3. Pull the taillamp housing away pulling it straight up and out of from the rear of the vehicle to the bottle. remove. 3. Remove the cover from the 4. Select the connector for the back of the headlamp desired bulb on the back of the assembly by turning it taillamp housing. counterclockwise. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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5. Turn the connector the rubber anchors in the 1. Press the spring clip on the counterclockwise to remove it vehicle body. Be sure to align right end of the lamp assembly from the taillamp assembly. the slot (2) on the housing with to the left to unlock the lamp 6. Remove the bulb from the the corresponding post on the assembly. taillamp assembly. Hold the vehicle body, and the plastic 2. Pull down on the lamp connector and pull on the bulb tab (3) with the plastic slot on assembly to remove it from the to disconnect it from the wiring the vehicle body. fascia. harness. 10. Push until the housing fits 7. Install a new bulb into the securely in place and is wiring connector. fastened at all four locations. ® 8. Reinstall the connector by 11. Reinstall the two Torx screws, inserting it into the taillamp and the other screw. housing and turning clockwise. License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs:

3. Turn the bulb socket (1) counterclockwise to remove it from the lamp assembly (3). 4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of the bulb socket (1).

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Vehicle Care 253 5. Push the replacement bulb Electrical System When the current electrical load is straight into the bulb socket (1) too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and turn the bulb socket (1) and closes, protecting the circuit clockwise to install it into the High Voltage Devices and until the current load returns to lamp assembly (3). Wiring normal or the problem is fixed. This 6. Reinstall the lamp assembly (3) greatly reduces the chance of circuit into the fascia by inserting the { Warning overload and fire caused by left side first. electrical problems. Exposure to high voltage can 7. Push the spring clip side into Fuses and circuit breakers protect cause shock, burns, and even the following in the vehicle: place. death. The high voltage components in the vehicle can . Headlamp Wiring Replacement Bulbs only be serviced by technicians . Windshield Wiper Motor Lamp Bulb with special training. . Power Windows and other Number High voltage components are Power Accessories High-Beam Lamps 9005 identified by labels. Do not Replace a bad fuse with a new one Turn Signal Lamps 7443NA remove, open, take apart, of the identical size and rating. or modify these components. If there is a problem on the road and Brake Lamps 7443 High voltage cable or wiring has a fuse needs to be replaced, the Reverse Lamps 7440 orange covering or labels. Do not same amperage fuse can be probe, tamper with, cut, or modify License Plate borrowed. Choose some feature of 5W5 LL high voltage cable or wiring. Lamps the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible. For replacement bulbs not listed Electrical System Headlamp Wiring here, contact your dealer. Overload An electrical overload may cause The vehicle has fuses and circuit the lamps to go on and off, or in breakers to protect against an some cases to remain off. Have the electrical system overload. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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headlamp wiring checked right away Engine Compartment if the lamps go on and off or remain off. Fuse Block Windshield Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and the wiper control is turned off. After removal of the blockage, the wiper motor will restart when the control is then moved to the desired operating position. Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload, overload due to heavy snow or ice, may cause wiper damage. Always clear To open the fuse block cover, press ice and heavy snow from the the clips at the side and back and windshield before using the pull the cover up. windshield wipers. If the overload is caused by an Caution electrical problem and not snow or Spilling liquid on any electrical ice, be sure to get it fixed. component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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A fuse puller is in the engine Fuses Usage Fuses Usage compartment fuse block. F12 Rechargeable F28 Left power window The vehicle may not be equipped energy storage F29 Rear window with all of the fuses, relays, and system features shown. defogger F13 Cabin heater control Fuses Usage F30 Heated mirrors module F01 F31 – – F14 Coolant heater F02 – control module F32 Variable functions F03 Non walk home F15 Emissions F33 – F04 Engine control F16 Ignition coils F34 Horn module F17 Engine control F35 Coolant F05 Aeroshutter module rechargeable energy storage F06 Traction power F18 – system pump inverter module 1 F19 – F36 Right high-beam F07 Traction power F20 Electric brake boost headlamp inverter module 2 F21 Front wiper F37 Left high-beam F08 Engine control headlamp module F22 ABS pump F38 F09 A/C module F23 Front windshield – wiper F39 F10 Vehicle integration – control module F24 – F40 – F11 Electric brake boost F25 – F41 Miscellaneous run/ Crank F26 – F27 ABS module F42 Run/Crank 3 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Fuses Usage Relays Usage Relays Usage F43 – K01 – K19 Coolant pump PCB relay F44 Voltage current K02 – temperature module K03 Engine control K20 – run/Crank module K21 – F45 Heated steering K04 – K22 Front washer wheel K05 – K23 – F46 Vehicle integration control module run/ K06 – Crank K07 – F47 – K08 – F48 – K09 – F49 – K10 – F50 – K11 – F51 – K12 High-beam F52 Engine control headlamps module/Traction K13 – power inverter module K14 Run/Crank F53 Left cooling fan K15 Rear window defogger F54 Right cooling fan K16 Horn PCB relay F55 Electric pump K17 – F56 – K18 – F57 – Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Instrument Panel Fuse Block

The instrument panel fuse block is on the left side of the instrument panel. To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door by pulling out. To reinstall the door, insert the top tab first, then push the door back into its original location. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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A fuse puller is in the engine Fuses Usage Fuses Usage compartment fuse block. F15 – F32 Body control The vehicle may not be equipped module 8 with all of the fuses, relays, and F16 – features shown. F17 Data link connector F33 HVAC/Integrated light solar sensor Fuses Usage F18 Body control F34 Passive entry/ F1 module 7 – Passive start F2 F19 Cluster – F35 Rear closure F3 – F20 Body control module 1 F36 Charger F4 HVAC blower F21 Body control F37 – F5 Body control module 4 F38 module 2 – F22 Body control F39 F6 – – module 6 F40 – F7 – F23 OnStar F41 F8 Body control – F24 Airbag module 3 F42 – F25 Display F9 Fuel power pump module F26 Infotainment Circuit Usage Breakers F10 – F27 – CB1 Front auxiliary power F11 – F28 – outlet F12 – F29 Overhead console CB2 Rear auxiliary power F13 – F30 Radio outlet F14 – F31 Steering wheel controls Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Relays Usage Rear Compartment Fuse R1 – Block R2 Retained accessory power R3 Hatch R4 – R5 –

The rear compartment fuse block is in the center of the rear compartment under the load floor. Open the rear load floor door and remove the cover to access the fuse block. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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A fuse puller is in the engine Fuses Usage Wheels and Tires compartment fuse block. F15 – The vehicle may not have all of the Tires fuses, relays, and features shown. F16 – Every new GM vehicle has Fuses Usage F17 – high-quality tires made by a F1 – F18 – leading tire manufacturer. See F2 – F19 Obstacle detection the warranty manual for F3 – F20 Fuel information regarding the tire warranty and where to get F4 – F21 Rear heated seat service. For additional F5 Pedestrian F22 Right power information refer to the tire protection windows manufacturer. F6 On-board charger module Relays Usage { Warning F7 Front heated seat K1 – . Poorly maintained and F8 Front heated seat K2 – improperly used tires are F9 Driver door/Mirror K3 – dangerous. switches K4 – . Overloading the tires can F10 – K5 – cause overheating as a F11 Amplifier result of too much flexing. There could be a F12 Steering wheel switch backlighting blowout and a serious crash. See Vehicle Load F13 – Limits 0 169. F14 – (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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and weather conditions. Original Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria . Underinflated tires pose . Replace any tires that have a TPC specification code the same danger as have been damaged by molded onto the sidewall. Original overloaded tires. The impacts with potholes, equipment all-season tires can be resulting crash could curbs, etc. identified by the last two characters of this TPC code, which will cause serious injury. . Improperly repaired tires be MS. Check all tires frequently can cause a crash. Only “ ” to maintain the the dealer or an Consider installing winter tires on recommended pressure. authorized tire service the vehicle if frequent driving on Tire pressure should be center should repair, snow or ice-covered roads is expected. All-season tires provide checked when the tires replace, dismount, and are cold. adequate performance for most mount the tires. winter driving conditions, but they . Overinflated tires are . Do not spin the tires in may not offer the same level of more likely to be cut, excess of 56 km/h traction or performance as winter punctured, or broken by (35 mph) on slippery tires on snow or ice-covered roads. See Winter Tires 0 264. a sudden impact — such surfaces such as snow, as when hitting a pothole. mud, ice, etc. Excessive Winter Tires Keep tires at the spinning may cause the recommended pressure. tires to explode. This vehicle was not originally . Worn or old tires can equipped with winter tires. Winter cause a crash. If the tires are designed for increased All-Season Tires traction on snow and ice-covered tread is badly worn, roads. Consider installing winter This vehicle may come with replace them. tires on the vehicle if frequent all-season tires. These tires are (Continued) driving on ice or snow covered designed to provide good overall roads is expected. See your dealer performance on most road surfaces Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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for details regarding winter tire Low-Profile Tires Tire Sidewall Labeling availability and proper tire selection. Also, see Buying New Tires 0 278. If the vehicle has 215/50R17 Useful information about a tire is size tires, they are classified as molded into its sidewall. The With winter tires, there may be decreased dry road traction, low-profile tires. examples show a typical increased road noise, and shorter passenger vehicle tire and a tread life. After changing to winter Caution compact spare tire sidewall. tires, be alert for changes in vehicle handling and braking. Low-profile tires are more susceptible to damage from road If using winter tires: hazards or curb impact than . Use tires of the same brand and standard profile tires. Tire and/or tread type on all four wheel wheel assembly damage can positions. occur when coming into contact . Use only radial ply tires of the with road hazards like potholes, same size, load range, and or sharp edged objects, or when speed rating as the original sliding into a curb. The warranty equipment tires. does not cover this type of damage. Keep tires set to the Winter tires with the same speed correct inflation pressure and rating as the original equipment tires Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example when possible, avoid contact with may not be available for H, V, W, Y, (1) Tire Size : The tire size is a and ZR speed rated tires. If winter curbs, potholes, and other road hazards. combination of letters and tires with a lower speed rating are numbers used to define a chosen, never exceed the tire's maximum speed capability. particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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(2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would (7) Maximum Cold Inflation Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date Load Limit : Maximum load that Specification) : Original of 0310. can be carried and the equipment tires designed to (4) Tire Identification Number maximum pressure needed to GM's specific tire performance (TIN) : The letters and numbers support that load. criteria have a TPC specification following the DOT (Department code molded onto the sidewall. of Transportation) code are the GM's TPC specifications meet or Tire Identification Number (TIN). exceed all federal safety The TIN shows the guidelines. manufacturer and plant code, (3) DOT (Department of tire size, and date the tire was Transportation) : The manufactured. The TIN is Department of Transportation molded onto both sides of the (DOT) code indicates that the tire, although only one side may tire is in compliance with the have the date of manufacture. U.S. Department of (5) Tire Ply Material : The type Transportation Motor Vehicle of cord and number of plies in Compact Spare Tire Example Safety Standards. the sidewall and under the tread. (1) Tire Ply Material : The type DOT Tire Date of (6) Uniform Tire Quality of cord and number of plies in Manufacture : The last four Grading (UTQG) : Tire the sidewall and under the tread. digits of the TIN indicate the tire manufacturers are required to (2) Temporary Use Only : The manufactured date. The first two grade tires based on three compact spare tire or temporary digits represent the week (01 – performance factors: treadwear, use tire should not be driven at 52) and the last two digits, the traction, and temperature speeds over 80 km/h (50 mph). year. For example, the third resistance. For more information The compact spare tire is for see Uniform Tire Quality emergency use when a regular Grading 0 280. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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road tire has lost air and gone (5) Tire Inflation : The Tire Designations flat. If the vehicle has a compact temporary use tire or compact spare tire, see Compact Spare spare tire should be inflated to Tire Size Tire 0 296 and If a Tire Goes 420 kPa (60 psi). For more The following is an example of a Flat 0 283. information on tire pressure and typical passenger vehicle inflation see Tire tire size. (3) Tire Identification Number 0 (TIN) : The letters and numbers Pressure 270. following the DOT (Department (6) Tire Size : A combination of of Transportation) code are the letters and numbers define a Tire Identification Number (TIN). tire's width, height, aspect ratio, The TIN shows the construction type, and service manufacturer and plant code, description. The letter T as the tire size, and date the tire was first character in the tire size (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : manufactured. The TIN is means the tire is for temporary The United States version of a molded onto both sides of the use only. metric tire sizing system. The tire, although only one side may (7) TPC Spec (Tire letter P as the first character in have the date of manufacture. Performance Criteria the tire size means a passenger (4) Maximum Cold Inflation Specification) : Original vehicle tire engineered to Load Limit : Maximum load that equipment tires designed to standards set by the U.S. Tire can be carried and the GM's specific tire performance and Rim Association. maximum pressure needed to criteria have a TPC specification (2) Tire Width : The three-digit support that load. code molded onto the sidewall. number indicates the tire section GM's TPC specifications meet or width in millimeters from exceed all federal safety sidewall to sidewall. guidelines. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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(3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit Tire Terminology and Bead : The tire bead contains number that indicates the tire Definitions steel wires wrapped by steel height-to-width measurements. cords that hold the tire onto For example, if the tire size Air Pressure : The amount of the rim. air inside the tire pressing aspect ratio is 60, as shown in Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire item 3 of the illustration, it would outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is in which the plies are laid at mean that the tire's sidewall is alternate angles less than 60 percent as high as it is wide. expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square inch). 90 degrees to the centerline of (4) Construction Code : A letter the tread. Accessory Weight : The code is used to indicate the type Cold Tire Pressure : The of ply construction in the tire. combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of amount of air pressure in a tire, The letter R means radial ply measured in kPa (kilopascal) construction; the letter D means optional accessories are, electric drive unit, power windows, or psi (pounds per square inch) diagonal or bias ply before a tire has built up heat construction; and the letter B power seats, and air conditioning. from driving. See Tire means belted-bias ply Pressure 0 270. construction. Aspect Ratio : The relationship of a tire's height to its width. Curb Weight : The weight of a (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of motor vehicle with standard and the wheel in inches. Belt : A rubber coated layer of optional equipment including the (6) Service Description : These cords that is located between maximum capacity of fuel, oil, characters represent the load the plies and the tread. Cords and coolant, but without index and speed rating of the may be made from steel or other passengers and cargo. reinforcing materials. tire. The load index represents DOT Markings : A code molded the load carrying capacity a tire into the sidewall of a tire is certified to carry. The speed signifying that the tire is in rating is the maximum speed a compliance with the U.S. tire is certified to carry a load. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A Normal Occupant Weight : The (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and number of occupants a vehicle Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger is designed to seat multiplied by includes the Tire Identification vehicles. 68 kg (150 lbs). See Vehicle 0 Number (TIN), an alphanumeric Load Index : An assigned Load Limits 169. designator which can also number ranging from 1 to 279 Occupant Distribution : identify the tire manufacturer, that corresponds to the load Designated seating positions. production plant, brand, and carrying capacity of a tire. date of production. Outward Facing Sidewall : The Maximum Inflation Pressure : side of an asymmetrical tire that GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight The maximum air pressure to has a particular side that faces Rating for the front axle. See 0 which a cold tire can be inflated. outward when mounted on a Vehicle Load Limits 169. The maximum air pressure is vehicle. The side of the tire that GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight molded onto the sidewall. contains a whitewall, bears Rating for the rear axle. See white lettering, or bears 0 Maximum Load Rating : The Vehicle Load Limits 169. load rating for a tire at the manufacturer, brand, and/or GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight maximum permissible inflation model name molding that is Rating. See Vehicle Load pressure for that tire. higher or deeper than the same Limits 0 169. moldings on the other sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle of the tire. Intended Outboard Sidewall : Weight : The sum of curb The side of an asymmetrical tire, weight, accessory weight, Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A that must always face outward vehicle capacity weight, and tire used on passenger cars and when mounted on a vehicle. production options weight. some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric unit for air pressure. Recommended Inflation Pressure : Vehicle manufacturer's recommended Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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tire inflation pressure as shown Treadwear Indicators : Narrow Vehicle Maximum Load on the on the tire placard. See Tire bands, sometimes called wear Tire : Load on an individual tire Pressure 0 270 and Vehicle bars, that show across the tread due to curb weight, accessory Load Limits 0 169. of a tire when only 1.6 mm (1/ weight, occupant weight, and Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic 16 in) of tread remains. See cargo weight. When It Is Time for New tire in which the ply cords that 0 Vehicle Placard : A label extend to the beads are laid at Tires 277. permanently attached to a 90 degrees to the centerline of UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality vehicle showing the vehicle's the tread. Grading Standards) : A tire capacity weight and the original Rim : A metal support for a tire information system that provides equipment tire size and and upon which the tire beads consumers with ratings for a recommended inflation pressure. are seated. tire's traction, temperature, and See “Tire and Loading treadwear. Ratings are Information Label” under Vehicle Sidewall : The portion of a tire determined by tire Load Limits 0 169. between the tread and the bead. manufacturers using Speed Rating : An government testing procedures. Tire Pressure alphanumeric code assigned to The ratings are molded into the Tires need the correct amount of a tire indicating the maximum sidewall of the tire. See Uniform 0 air pressure to operate speed at which a tire can Tire Quality Grading 280. effectively. operate. Vehicle Capacity Weight : The Traction : The friction between number of designated seating the tire and the road surface. positions multiplied by The amount of grip provided. 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load Tread : The portion of a tire that Limits 0 169. comes into contact with the road. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The Tire and Loading How to Check Caution Information label on the vehicle Use a good quality pocket-type Neither tire underinflation nor indicates the original equipment gauge to check tire pressure. overinflation is good. tires and the correct cold tire Proper tire inflation cannot be Underinflated tires, or tires inflation pressures. The determined by looking at the tire. that do not have enough air, recommended pressure is the Check the tire inflation pressure can result in: minimum air pressure needed to when the tires are cold, meaning support the vehicle's maximum . Tire overloading and the vehicle has not been driven load carrying capacity. See for at least three hours or no overheating which could Vehicle Load Limits 0 169. lead to a blowout. more than 1.6 km (1 mi). How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the . Premature or affects vehicle handling and ride irregular wear. tire valve stem. Press the tire comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to . Poor handling. with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement. designed to carry. . Reduced fuel economy. If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended Overinflated tires, or tires that When to Check pressure on the Tire and Check the tires once a month or have too much air, can Loading Information label, no more. Do not forget the compact result in: further adjustment is necessary. spare, if the vehicle has one. . Unusual wear. If the inflation pressure is low, The cold compact spare tire add air until the recommended . Poor handling. pressure should be at 420 kPa pressure is reached. If the (60 psi). See Compact Spare . Rough ride. inflation pressure is high, press Tire 0 296. . Needless damage from on the metal stem in the center road hazards. of the tire valve to release air. Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gauge. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Put the valve caps back on the tire inflation pressure label, you not reached the level to trigger valve stems to keep out dirt and should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire moisture and prevent leaks. Use inflation pressure for those tires.) pressure telltale. only valve caps designed for the As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors vehicle has been equipped with a equipped with a TPMS malfunction could be damaged and would tire pressure monitoring system indicator to indicate when the not be covered by the vehicle (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire system is not operating properly. warranty. pressure telltale when one or more The TPMS malfunction indicator is of your tires is significantly combined with the low tire pressure under-inflated. telltale. When the system detects a Tire Pressure Monitor malfunction, the telltale will flash for System Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you approximately one minute and then The Tire Pressure Monitor System should stop and check your tires as remain continuously illuminated. (TPMS) uses radio and sensor soon as possible, and inflate them This sequence will continue upon technology to check tire pressure to the proper pressure. Driving on a subsequent vehicle start-ups as levels. The TPMS sensors monitor significantly under-inflated tire long as the malfunction exists. the air pressure in your tires and causes the tire to overheat and can When the malfunction indicator is transmit tire pressure readings to a lead to tire failure. Under-inflation illuminated, the system may not be receiver located in the vehicle. also reduces fuel efficiency and tire able to detect or signal low tire Each tire, including the spare (if tread life, and may affect the pressure as intended. TPMS provided), should be checked vehicle's handling and stopping malfunctions may occur for a variety monthly when cold and inflated to ability. of reasons, including the installation the inflation pressure recommended Please note that the TPMS is not a of replacement or alternate tires or by the vehicle manufacturer on the substitute for proper tire wheels on the vehicle that prevent vehicle placard or tire inflation maintenance, and it is the driver's the TPMS from functioning properly. pressure label. (If your vehicle has responsibility to maintain correct tire Always check the TPMS malfunction tires of a different size than the size pressure, even if under-inflation has telltale after replacing one or more indicated on the vehicle placard or tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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alternate tires and wheels allow the The low tire pressure warning light TPMS to continue to function may come on in cool weather when properly. the vehicle is first started, and then See Tire Pressure Monitor turn off as the vehicle is driven. This Operation 0 273. could be an early indicator that the air pressure is getting low and See Radio Frequency When a low tire pressure condition needs to be inflated to the proper Statement 0 343. is detected, the TPMS illuminates pressure. the low tire pressure warning light A Tire and Loading Information Tire Pressure Monitor located on the instrument cluster. label, attached to your vehicle, Operation If the warning light comes on, stop shows the size of the original as soon as possible and inflate the This vehicle may have a Tire equipment tires and the correct tires to the recommended pressure Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). inflation pressure for the tires when shown on the Tire and Loading The TPMS is designed to warn the they are cold. See Vehicle Load Information label. See Vehicle Load 0 driver when a low tire pressure Limits 169, for an example of the Limits 0 169. condition exists. TPMS sensors are Tire and Loading Information label A message to check the pressure in and its location. Also see Tire mounted onto each tire and wheel 0 assembly, excluding the spare tire a specific tire displays in the Driver Pressure 270. and wheel assembly. The TPMS Information Center (DIC). The low The TPMS can warn about a low sensors monitor the air pressure in tire pressure warning light and the tire pressure condition but it does the tires and transmits the tire DIC warning message come on at not replace normal tire pressure readings to a receiver each ignition cycle until the tires are maintenance. See Tire Inspection located in the vehicle. inflated to the correct inflation 0 276, Tire Rotation 0 276 and pressure. Using the DIC, tire Tires 0 263. pressure levels can be viewed. For additional information and details about the DIC operation and displays see Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 128. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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about one minute and then stays on . One or more TPMS sensors are Caution for the remainder of the ignition missing or damaged. The cycle. A DIC warning message also malfunction light and the DIC Tire sealant materials are not all displays. The malfunction light and message should go off when the the same. A non-approved tire DIC warning message come on at TPMS sensors are installed and sealant could damage the TPMS each ignition cycle until the problem the sensor matching process is sensors. TPMS sensor damage is corrected. Some of the conditions performed successfully. See caused by using an incorrect tire that can cause these to come your dealer for service. sealant is not covered by the on are: . Replacement tires or wheels do vehicle warranty. Always use only . One of the road tires has been not match the original equipment the GM approved tire sealant replaced with the spare tire. The tires or wheels. Tires and wheels available through your dealer or spare tire does not have a other than those recommended included in the vehicle. TPMS sensor. The malfunction could prevent the TPMS from light and DIC message should functioning properly. See Buying Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits go off after the road tire is New Tires 0 278. use a GM-approved liquid tire replaced and the sensor . Operating electronic devices or sealant. Using non-approved tire matching process is performed being near facilities using radio sealants could damage the TPMS successfully. See “TPMS Sensor wave frequencies similar to the sensors. See Tire Sealant and Matching Process” later in this TPMS could cause the TPMS 0 Compressor Kit 285 for section. sensors to malfunction. information regarding the inflator kit . The TPMS sensor matching materials and instructions. If the TPMS is not functioning process was not done or not properly it cannot detect or signal a TPMS Malfunction Light and completed successfully after low tire condition. See your dealer Message rotating the tires. The for service if the TPMS malfunction malfunction light and the DIC light and DIC message comes on The TPMS will not function properly message should go off after and stays on. if one or more of the TPMS sensors successfully completing the are missing or inoperable. When the sensor matching process. See system detects a malfunction, the "TPMS Sensor Matching low tire warning light flashes for Process" later in this section. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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TPMS Sensor Matching There are two minutes to match the The horn sounds twice to Process first tire/wheel position, and signal the receiver is in relearn five minutes overall to match all four mode and the TIRE Each TPMS sensor has a unique tire/wheel positions. If it takes LEARNING ACTIVE message identification code. The identification longer, the matching process stops displays on the DIC screen. code needs to be matched to a new and must be restarted. tire/wheel position after rotating the 6. Start with the driver side vehicle’s tires or replacing one or The TPMS sensor matching front tire. more of the TPMS sensors. The process is: 7. Place the relearn tool against TPMS sensor matching process 1. Set the parking brake. the tire sidewall, near the valve should also be performed after stem. Then press the button to replacing a spare tire with a road 2. Place the vehicle in ON/RUN. See Power Button 0 172. activate the TPMS sensor. tire containing the TPMS sensor. A horn chirp confirms that the The malfunction light and the DIC 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure sensor identification code has message should go off at the next info page option is turned on. been matched to this tire and ignition cycle. The sensors are The info pages on the DIC can wheel position. matched to the tire/wheel positions, be turned on and off through using a TPMS relearn tool, in the the Settings menu. See Driver 8. Proceed to the passenger side following order: driver side front tire, Information Center (DIC) 0 128. front tire, and repeat the passenger side front tire, passenger procedure in Step 7. 4. Use the DIC controls on the side rear tire, and driver side rear. right side of the steering wheel 9. Proceed to the passenger side See your dealer for service or to to scroll to the Tire Pressure rear tire, and repeat the purchase a relearn tool. A TPMS screen under the DIC procedure in Step 7. relearn tool can also be purchased. info page. 10. Proceed to the driver side rear See Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor tire, and repeat the procedure Activation Tool at V 5. Press and hold the (Set/ in Step 7. The horn sounds two www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or Reset) button located in the times to indicate the sensor call 1-800-GM TOOLS center of the DIC controls. identification code has been (1-800-468-6657). matched to the driver side rear tire, and the TPMS sensor Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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matching process is no longer . The tread or sidewall is rotation, check the wheel active. The TIRE LEARNING cracked, cut, or snagged alignment. See When It Is Time ACTIVE message on the DIC deep enough to show cord or for New Tires 0 277 and Wheel display screen goes off. fabric. Replacement 0 281. 11. Turn the vehicle off. . The tire has a bump, bulge, 12. Set all four tires to the or split. recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire . The tire has a puncture, cut, and Loading Information label. or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of Tire Inspection the size or location of the damage. We recommend that the tires, including the spare tire, if the Tire Rotation vehicle has one, be inspected for signs of wear or damage at Tires should be rotated every least once a month. 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See Maintenance Schedule 0 317. Replace the tire if: Use this rotation pattern when Tires are rotated to achieve a rotating the tires. . The indicators at three or uniform wear for all tires. The more places around the tire If the vehicle has a compact first rotation is the most can be seen. spare tire, do not include it in the important. tire rotation. . There is cord or fabric Anytime unusual wear is Adjust the front and rear tires to showing through the tire's noticed, rotate the tires as soon rubber. the recommended inflation as possible, check for proper tire pressure on the Tire and inflation pressure, and check for Loading Information label after damaged tires or wheels. If the unusual wear continues after the Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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the tires have been rotated. See Lightly coat the center of the Tire Pressure 0 270 and Vehicle wheel hub with wheel bearing Load Limits 0 169. grease after a wheel change or Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor tire rotation to prevent corrosion System. See Tire Pressure or rust build-up. Do not get Monitor Operation 0 273. grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the Check that all wheel nuts are wheel nuts or bolts. properly tightened. See “Wheel Check that the spare tire, if the Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications 0 330. vehicle has one, is stored properly. Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If it Treadwear indicators are one way to { Warning moves, tighten the cable. See tell when it is time for new tires. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Tire Changing 0 291. Treadwear indicators appear when parts to which it is fastened, can the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) make wheel nuts become loose When It Is Time for New or less of tread remaining. See Tire Inspection 0 276 and Tire after time. The wheel could come Tires Rotation 0 276. off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any Factors such as maintenance, The rubber in tires ages over time. rust or dirt from places where the temperatures, driving speeds, This also applies to the spare tire, vehicle loading, and road conditions wheel attaches to the vehicle. In if the vehicle has one, even if it is affect the wear rate of the tires. an emergency, a cloth or a paper never used. Multiple factors towel can be used; however, use including temperatures, loading a scraper or wire brush later to conditions, and inflation pressure maintenance affect how fast aging remove all rust or dirt. takes place. GM recommends that tires, including the spare if equipped, be replaced after six years, regardless of tread wear. The Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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tire manufacture date is the last four Buying New Tires will be followed by MS, for mud digits of the DOT Tire Identification and snow. See Tire Sidewall Number (TIN) which is molded into GM has developed and matched Labeling 0 265. one side of the tire sidewall. The specific tires for the vehicle. The first two digits represent the week original equipment tires installed GM recommends replacing worn (01–52) and the last two digits, the were designed to meet General tires in complete sets of four. year. For example, the third week of Motors Tire Performance Criteria Uniform tread depth on all tires the year 2010 would have a Specification (TPC Spec) will help to maintain the four-digit DOT date of 0310. system rating. When performance of the vehicle. Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, Braking and handling GM strongly recommends performance may be adversely Tires age when stored normally buying tires with the same TPC affected if all the tires are not mounted on a parked vehicle. Park replaced at the same time. a vehicle that will be stored for at Spec rating. If proper rotation and least a month in a cool, dry, clean GM's exclusive TPC Spec area away from direct sunlight to maintenance have been done, system considers over a dozen all four tires should wear out at slow aging. This area should be free critical specifications that impact of grease, gasoline, or other about the same time. See Tire the overall performance of the substances that can deteriorate Rotation 0 276. However, if it is rubber. vehicle, including brake system necessary to replace only one performance, ride and handling, Parking for an extended period can axle set of worn tires, place the traction control, and tire new tires on the rear axle. cause flat spots on the tires that pressure monitoring may result in vibrations while performance. GM's TPC Spec Winter tires with the same speed driving. When storing a vehicle for rating as the original equipment at least a month, remove the tires or number is molded onto the tire's raise the vehicle to reduce the sidewall near the tire size. If the tires may not be available for H, weight from the tires. tires have an all-season tread V, W, Y, and ZR speed rated design, the TPC spec number tires. Never exceed the winter Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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tires’ maximum speed capability The Tire and Loading when using winter tires with a { Warning Information Label indicates the lower speed rating. Using bias-ply tires on the original equipment tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel vehicle. See Vehicle Load 0 { Warning rim flanges to develop cracks Limits 169. Tires could explode during after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail Different Size Tires and improper service. Attempting Wheels to mount or dismount a tire suddenly and cause a crash. could cause injury or death. Use only radial-ply tires with If wheels or tires are installed that Only your dealer or authorized the wheels on the vehicle. are a different size than the original tire service center should equipment wheels and tires, vehicle If the vehicle tires must be performance, including its braking, mount or dismount the tires. ride and handling characteristics, replaced with a tire that does not stability, and resistance to rollover have a TPC Spec number, make may be affected. If the vehicle has { Warning sure they are the same size, electronic systems such as antilock load range, speed rating, and brakes, rollover airbags, roll bars, Mixing tires of different sizes, construction (radial) as the traction control, electronic stability brands, or types may cause original tires. control, or All-Wheel Drive, the loss of control of the vehicle, performance of these systems can resulting in a crash or other Vehicles that have a tire also be affected. vehicle damage. Use the pressure monitoring system correct size, brand, and type could give an inaccurate { Warning of tire on all wheels. low-pressure warning if non-TPC Spec rated tires are installed. If different sized wheels are used, See Tire Pressure Monitor there may not be an acceptable System 0 272. level of performance and safety if (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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most passenger car tires. The Treadwear 200 Traction AA Warning (Continued) Uniform Tire Quality Grading Temperature A tires not recommended for those (UTQG) system does not apply All Passenger Car Tires Must wheels are selected. This to deep tread, winter tires, Conform to Federal Safety increases the chance of a crash compact spare tires, tires with Requirements In Addition To and serious injury. Only use GM nominal rim diameters of These Grades. specific wheel and tire systems 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), developed for the vehicle, and or to some limited-production Treadwear have them properly installed by a tires. The treadwear grade is a GM certified technician. While the tires available on comparative rating based on the General Motors passenger cars wear rate of the tire when tested See Buying New Tires 0 278 and and light trucks may vary with under controlled conditions on a Accessories and respect to these grades, they specified government test 0 Modifications 227. must also conform to federal course. For example, a tire safety requirements and graded 150 would wear one and Uniform Tire Quality additional General Motors Tire one-half (1½) times as well on Grading Performance Criteria (TPC) the government course as a tire standards. graded 100. The relative The following information relates performance of tires depends to the system developed by the Quality grades can be found upon the actual conditions of United States National Highway where applicable on the tire their use, however, and may Traffic Safety Administration sidewall between tread shoulder depart significantly from the (NHTSA), which grades tires by and maximum section width. For norm due to variations in driving treadwear, traction, and example: habits, service practices and temperature performance. This differences in road applies only to vehicles sold in characteristics and climate. the United States. The grades are molded on the sidewalls of Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Traction laboratory test wheel. Sustained Wheel Alignment and Tire The traction grades, from high temperature can cause the Balance highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and The tires and wheels were aligned and C. Those grades represent and balanced at the factory to the tire's ability to stop on wet excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade provide the longest tire life and best pavement as measured under overall performance. Adjustments to controlled conditions on C corresponds to a level of wheel alignment and tire balancing specified government test performance which all are not necessary on a regular surfaces of asphalt and passenger car tires must meet basis. Consider an alignment check concrete. A tire marked C may under the Federal Motor Safety if there is unusual tire wear or the have poor traction performance. Standard No. 109. Grades B and vehicle is significantly pulling to one A represent higher levels of side or the other. Some slight pull to Warning: The traction grade the left or right, depending on the assigned to this tire is based on performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum crown of the road and/or other road straight-ahead braking traction surface variations such as troughs tests, and does not include required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is acceleration, cornering, vibrating when driving on a smooth hydroplaning, or peak traction established for a tire that is road, the tires and wheels may need characteristics. properly inflated and not to be rebalanced. See your dealer overloaded. Excessive speed, for proper diagnosis. Temperature underinflation, or excessive The temperature grades are A loading, either separately or in Wheel Replacement combination, can cause heat (the highest), B, and C, Replace any wheel that is bent, representing the tire's resistance buildup and possible tire failure. cracked, or badly rusted or to the generation of heat and its corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming ability to dissipate heat when loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and tested under controlled wheel nuts should be replaced. conditions on a specified indoor If the wheel leaks air, replace it. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of Caution Warning (Continued) these conditions exist. The wrong wheel can also cause a crash. Be sure to use the Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake correct wheel nuts. If you have to wheel that is needed. cooling, speedometer or replace them, be sure to get new Each new wheel should have the odometer calibration, headlamp GM original equipment same load-carrying capacity, aim, bumper height, vehicle wheel nuts. diameter, width, and offset, and ground clearance, and tire should be mounted the same way clearance to the body and as the one it replaces. chassis. Caution Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor Improperly tightened wheel nuts System (TPMS) sensors with new { Warning can lead to brake pulsation and GM original equipment parts. rotor damage. To avoid expensive Never use oil or grease on studs brake repairs, evenly tighten the { Warning or the threads of the wheel nuts. wheel nuts in the proper The wheel nuts might come loose sequence and to the proper Using the wrong replacement and the wheel could fall off, torque specification. wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel causing a crash. nuts can be dangerous. It could Used Replacement Wheels affect the braking and handling of { Warning the vehicle. Tires can lose air, { Warning and cause loss of control, causing Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly a crash. Always use the correct Replacing a wheel with a used tightened wheel nuts can cause wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel one is dangerous. How it has the wheel to become loose and nuts for replacement. been used or how far it has been even come off. This could lead to driven may be unknown. It could (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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A rear blowout, particularly on a Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction as fail suddenly and cause a crash. avoid vehicle damage, drive slow used in a skid. Stop pressing the When replacing wheels, use a and readjust or remove the accelerator pedal and steer to new GM original equipment traction device if it contacts the straighten the vehicle. It may be wheel. vehicle. Do not spin the wheels. very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake If traction devices are used, install to a stop, well off the road, Tire Chains them on the front tires. if possible. { Warning { Warning If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause Do not use tire chains. There is while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. not enough clearance. Tire chains are maintained properly. See Tires Re-inflating a tire after it has been used on a vehicle without the 0 263. If air goes out of a tire, it is driven on while severely proper amount of clearance can much more likely to leak out slowly. underinflated or flat may cause a cause damage to the brakes, But if there is ever a blowout, here blowout and a serious crash. suspension, or other vehicle are a few tips about what to expect Never attempt to re-inflate a tire parts. The area damaged by the and what to do: that has been driven on while tire chains could cause loss of If a front tire fails, the flat tire severely underinflated or flat. control and a crash. creates a drag that pulls the vehicle Have your dealer or an authorized Use another type of traction toward that side. Take your foot off tire service center repair or device only if its manufacturer the accelerator pedal and grip the replace the flat tire as soon as recommends it for the vehicle's steering wheel firmly. Steer to possible. tire size combination and road maintain lane position, and then conditions. Follow that gently brake to a stop, well off the manufacturer's instructions. To road, if possible. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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This vehicle may come with a jack { Warning { Warning and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit. To use the jacking Lifting a vehicle and getting under Changing a tire can be equipment to change a spare tire it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous. The vehicle can slip safely, follow the instructions below. dangerous without the off the jack and roll over or fall Then see Tire Changing 0 291. To appropriate safety equipment and causing injury or death. Find a use the tire sealant and compressor training. If a jack is provided with level place to change the tire. To kit, see Tire Sealant and the vehicle, it is designed only for help prevent the vehicle from Compressor Kit 0 285. changing a flat tire. If it is used for moving: When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), anything else, you or others could 1. Set the parking brake firmly. use the following example as a be badly injured or killed if the 2. Put an automatic guide to assist you in the placement vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack of wheel blocks (1), if equipped. is provided with the vehicle, only transmission in P (Park) or a use it for changing a flat tire. manual transmission in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. Turn off the engine and do If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire not restart while the vehicle and wheel damage by driving slowly is raised. to a level place, well off the road, if possible. Turn on the hazard 4. Do not allow passengers to warning flashers. See Hazard remain in the vehicle. 0 Warning Flashers 150. 5. Place wheel blocks, if equipped, on both sides of the tire at the opposite 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) corner of the tire being 2. Flat Tire changed. The following information explains how to repair or change a tire. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Tire Sealant and the tread area of the tire. It can also Warning (Continued) be used to inflate an Compressor Kit underinflated tire. recommended pressure. Do not { Warning exceed the recommended If the tire has been separated from pressure. the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, Idling a vehicle in an enclosed or has a large puncture, the tire is area with poor ventilation is too severely damaged for the tire dangerous. Engine exhaust may { Warning sealant and compressor kit to be effective. See Roadside Assistance enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust Program 0 337. contains carbon monoxide (CO) Storing the tire sealant and which cannot be seen or smelled. compressor kit or other Read and follow all of the tire It can cause unconsciousness equipment in the passenger sealant and compressor kit and even death. Never run the compartment of the vehicle could instructions. engine in an enclosed area that cause injury. In a sudden stop or The kit includes: has no fresh air ventilation. For collision, loose equipment could more information, see Engine strike someone. Store the tire Exhaust 0 183. sealant and compressor kit in its original location.

{ Warning If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit, there may not be a Overinflating a tire could cause spare tire or tire changing the tire to rupture and you or equipment, and on some vehicles others could be injured. Be sure there may not be a place to store to read and follow the tire sealant a tire. and compressor kit instructions The tire sealant and compressor and inflate the tire to its can be used to temporarily seal (Continued) punctures up to 6 mm (0.25 in) in 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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2. Sealant/Air Hose Check the tire sealant expiration Do not remove any objects that 3. Base of Sealant Canister date on the tire sealant canister. have penetrated the tire. 4. Tire Sealant Canister The tire sealant canister (4) should 1. Remove the tire sealant 5. On/Off Button be replaced before its expiration canister (4) and compressor 6. Slot on Top of Compressor date. Replacement tire sealant from its storage location. See 7. Pressure Deflation Button canisters are available at your local Storing the Tire Sealant and dealer. 8. Pressure Gauge Compressor Kit 0 291. There is only enough sealant to seal 2. Remove the air only hose (10) one tire. After usage, the tire sealant and the power plug (9) from the canister must be replaced. bottom of the compressor. Using the Tire Sealant and 3. Place the compressor on the Compressor Kit to Temporarily ground near the flat tire. Seal and Inflate a 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 instructions on the label adhered to warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 150. the tire sealant canister (4). 4. Attach the air only hose (10) to See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 283 for the sealant canister inlet other important safety warnings. valve (1) by turning it clockwise until tight. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor. 10. Press the on/off button (5) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit on. The compressor will inject sealant and air into the tire. The pressure gauge (8) will initially show a high pressure while the compressor pushes 5. Slide the base of the tire 7. Attach the sealant/air hose (2) the sealant into the tire. Once sealant canister (3) into the slot to the tire valve stem by turning the sealant is completely on the top of the compressor it clockwise until tight. dispersed into the tire, the (6) to hold it upright. pressure will quickly drop and 8. Plug the power plug (9) into the start to rise again as the tire Make sure the tire valve stem accessory power outlet in the inflates with air only. is positioned close to the vehicle. Unplug all items from ground so the hose will other accessory power outlets. 11. Inflate the tire to the reach it. See Power Outlets 0 98. recommended inflation pressure using the pressure 6. Remove the valve stem cap If the vehicle has an accessory gauge (8). The recommended from the flat tire by turning it power outlet, do not use the inflation pressure can be found counterclockwise. cigarette lighter. on the Tire and Loading If the vehicle only has a Information label. See Tire cigarette lighter, use the Pressure 0 270. cigarette lighter. The pressure gauge (8) may Do not pinch the power plug read higher than the actual tire cord in the door or window. pressure while the compressor Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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is on. Turn the compressor off Therefore, Steps 13–21 must 19. Return the air only hose (10) to get an accurate pressure be done immediately after and power plug (9) back to reading. The compressor may Step 12. their original storage location. be turned on/off until the Be careful while handling the correct pressure is reached. tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after Caution usage. If the recommended pressure 13. Unplug the power plug (9) from cannot be reached after the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. approximately 25 minutes, the 20. If the flat tire was able to inflate vehicle should not be driven 14. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) to the recommended inflation farther. The tire is too severely counterclockwise to remove it pressure, remove the damaged and the tire sealant and from the tire valve stem. maximum speed label from the compressor kit cannot inflate the 15. Replace the tire valve sealant canister and place it in tire. Remove the power plug from stem cap. a highly visible location. the accessory power outlet and Do not exceed the speed on unscrew the inflating hose from 16. Remove the tire sealant canister (4) from the slot on top this label until the damaged tire the tire valve. See Roadside of the compressor (6). is repaired or replaced. Assistance Program 0 337. 17. Turn the air only hose (10) 21. Return the equipment to its counterclockwise to remove it original storage location in the 12. Press the on/off button (5) to from the tire sealant canister vehicle. turn the tire sealant and inlet valve (1). 22. Immediately drive the vehicle compressor kit off. 18. Turn the sealant/air hose (2) 8 km (5 mi) to distribute the The tire is not sealed and will clockwise onto the sealant sealant in the tire. continue to leak air until the canister inlet valve (1) to 23. Stop at a safe location and vehicle is driven and the prevent sealant leakage. check the tire pressure. Refer sealant is distributed in the tire. to Steps 1–10 under “Using the Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Tire Sealant and Compressor 27. After temporarily sealing a tire 4. Tire Sealant Canister Kit without Sealant to Inflate a using the tire sealant and 5. On/Off Button Tire (Not Punctured).” compressor kit, take the 6. Slot on Top of Compressor If the tire pressure has fallen vehicle to an authorized dealer 7. Pressure Deflation Button more than 68 kPa (10 psi) within 161 km (100 mi) of 8. Pressure Gauge below the recommended driving to have the tire repaired inflation pressure, stop driving or replaced. the vehicle. The tire is too Using the Tire Sealant and severely damaged and the tire Compressor Kit without sealant cannot seal the tire. Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not See Roadside Assistance Punctured) Program 0 337. The kit includes: If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 68 kPa (10 psi) from the recommended inflation pressure, inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure. 9. Power Plug 24. Wipe off any sealant from the 10. Air Only Hose wheel, tire, or vehicle. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 25. Dispose of the used tire and wheel damage by driving slowly sealant canister (4) at a local to a level place. Turn on the hazard dealer or in accordance with warning flashers. See Hazard local state codes and practices. Warning Flashers 0 150. 26. Replace it with a new canister See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 283 for available from your dealer. 1. Sealant Canister Inlet Valve other important safety warnings. 2. Sealant/Air Hose 3. Base of Sealant Canister Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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1. Remove the compressor from If the vehicle only has a reading. The compressor may its storage location. See cigarette lighter, use the be turned on/off until the Storing the Tire Sealant and cigarette lighter. correct pressure is reached. 0 Compressor Kit 291. Do not pinch the power plug 2. Remove the air only hose (10) cord in the door or window. Caution and the power plug (9) from the 7. Start the vehicle. The vehicle bottom of the compressor. If the recommended pressure must be running while using cannot be reached after 3. Place the compressor on the the air compressor. approximately 25 minutes, the ground near the flat tire. 8. Press the on/off button (5) to vehicle should not be driven Make sure the tire valve stem turn the tire sealant and farther. The tire is too severely is positioned close to the compressor kit on. damaged and the tire sealant and ground so the hose will The compressor will inflate the compressor kit cannot inflate the reach it. tire with air only. tire. Remove the power plug from 4. Remove the valve stem cap the accessory power outlet and 9. Inflate the tire to the unscrew the inflating hose from from the flat tire by turning it recommended inflation the tire valve. See Roadside counterclockwise. pressure using the pressure Assistance Program 0 337. 5. Attach the air only hose (10) to gauge (8). The recommended the tire valve stem by turning it inflation pressure can be found clockwise until tight. on the Tire and Loading 10. Press the on/off button (5) to Information label. See Tire turn the tire sealant and 6. Plug the power plug (9) into the 0 accessory power outlet in the Pressure 270. compressor kit off. vehicle. Unplug all items from The pressure gauge (8) may Be careful while handling the other accessory power outlets. read higher than the actual tire compressor as it could be See Power Outlets 0 98. pressure while the compressor warm after usage. If the vehicle has an accessory is on. Turn the compressor off 11. Unplug the power plug (9) from power outlet, do not use the to get an accurate pressure the accessory power outlet in cigarette lighter. the vehicle. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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12. Turn the air only hose (10) counterclockwise to remove it from the tire valve stem. 13. Replace the tire valve stem cap. 14. Return the air only hose (10) and power plug (9) back to their original storage location. 15. Return the equipment to its original storage location in the vehicle. The tire sealant and compressor kit 3. Turn the retainer nut 3. Remove the retainer strap (1) has accessory adapters located in a counterclockwise to remove the from the right forward most compartment on the bottom of its tire sealant and compressor D-ring (2). housing that can be used to inflate kit bag. 4. Turn the retainer nut (3) air mattresses, balls, etc. 4. Remove the tire sealant and counterclockwise to remove the compressor kit from the bag. spare tire. Storing the Tire Sealant To store the tire sealant and Place the spare tire next to the and Compressor Kit compressor kit, reverse the steps. tire being changed. To access the tire sealant and compressor kit: Tire Changing 1. Open the hatch. See Removing the Spare Tire and Hatch 0 41. Tools 2. Lift the cover. To access the spare tire and tools: 1. Open the hatch. 2. Remove the spare tire cover. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.

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Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even 5. Lift the load floor to access the 2. Turn the wheel wrench make the vehicle fall. To help jack (3) and wrench bag (1). counterclockwise to loosen all avoid personal injury and vehicle 6. Remove the hook (2) from the the wheel nuts, but do not damage, be sure to fit the jack lift jack (3). remove them yet. head into the proper location 7. Remove the retainer straps (4). 3. Place the jack near the flat tire. before raising the vehicle. 8. Remove the jack (3) and 4. Put the compact spare tire near you. wrench bag (1) and place them { Warning near the tire being changed. { Warning 1. Do a safety check before Lifting a vehicle and getting under proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Getting under a vehicle when it is it to do maintenance or repairs is 0 Flat 283. lifted on a jack is dangerous. dangerous without the If the vehicle slips off the jack, appropriate safety equipment and you could be badly injured or training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for (Continued) (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire.

5. Attach the jack wrench to the jack by fitting both ends of the jack and tool over one another. 7. Position the jack lift head at the 8. Raise the vehicle by turning the 6. Place the jack under the jack location nearest the flat jack handle clockwise. Raise vehicle. tire. The location is indicated the vehicle far enough off the by a notch on the bottom edge ground so there is enough Caution of the body side. The jack must room for the road tire to clear not be used in any other the ground. Make sure that the jack lift head position. is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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towel can be used; however, use Never use oil or grease on bolts a scraper or wire brush later to or nuts because the nuts might remove all rust or dirt. come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash.

13. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 9. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 14. Lower the vehicle by turning 10. Remove the flat tire. the jack handle counterclockwise. { Warning { Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause make wheel nuts become loose 11. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheels to become loose or after time. The wheel could come the wheel bolts, mounting come off. The wheel nuts should off and cause an accident. When surfaces, and spare wheel. changing a wheel, remove any be tightened with a torque wrench 12. Place the compact spare tire to the proper torque specification rust or dirt from places where the on the wheel-mounting surface. wheel attaches to the vehicle. In after replacing. Follow the torque an emergency, a cloth or a paper specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when (Continued) using accessory locking wheel (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Warning (Continued) and Tools nuts. See Capacities and Specifications 0 330 for original { Warning equipment wheel nut torque Storing a jack, a tire, or other specifications. equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could Caution cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could Improperly tightened wheel nuts strike someone. Store all these in can lead to brake pulsation and the proper place. rotor damage. To avoid expensive 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as brake repairs, evenly tighten the 1. Lift the load floor and place the shown. wheel nuts in the proper jack and wrench bag in their sequence and to the proper 16. Lower the jack all the way and original storage location. remove the jack from under the torque specification. See Secure them with the retainer vehicle. Capacities and Specifications straps and attach the hook to 0 330 for the wheel nut torque 17. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly the jack. specification. with the wheel wrench. 2. Close the load floor. 3. Place the flat tire over the bolt (1) and through one of the bolt holes with the valve stem facing down. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Compact Spare Tire repaired or replaced as soon as convenient and return the spare tire to the storage area. { Warning When using a compact spare tire, Driving with more than one the AWD (if equipped), ABS, and compact spare tire at a time could Traction Control systems may result in loss of braking and engage until the spare tire is handling. This could lead to a recognized by the vehicle, crash and you or others could be especially on slippery roads. Adjust injured. Use only one compact driving to reduce possible spare tire at a time. wheel slip.

4. Route the retainer strap (4) Caution through the wheel, as shown. If this vehicle has a compact spare tire, it was fully inflated when new; When the compact spare is 5. Attach the retainer strap (4) to however, it can lose air over time. the right forward most installed, do not take the vehicle Check the inflation pressure through an automatic car wash D-ring (3). regularly. It should be 420 kPa with guide rails. The compact (60 psi). 6. Tighten the retainer strap (4). spare can get caught on the rails 7. Turn the retainer nut (2) Stop as soon as possible and check which can damage the tire, wheel, clockwise to secure the tire. that the spare tire is correctly and other parts of the vehicle. inflated after being installed on the The compact spare is for temporary vehicle. The compact spare tire is use only. Replace the compact designed for temporary use only. Do not use the compact spare on spare tire with a full-size road tire as The vehicle will perform differently other vehicles. soon as you can. with the spare tire installed and it is Do not mix the compact spare tire or recommended that the vehicle wheel with other wheels or tires. speed be limited to 80 km/h They will not fit. Keep the spare tire (50 mph). To conserve the tread of and its wheel together. the spare tire, have the standard tire Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Caution Jump Starting { Warning Tire chains will not fit the compact Jump Starting - North WARNING: Battery posts, spare. Using them can damage America terminals, and related the vehicle and the chains. Do not accessories contain lead and lead use tire chains on the compact Jump starting is connecting jumper compounds, chemicals known to spare. cables between the two vehicles to the State of California to cause enable vehicle starting. If the Volt or cancer and birth defects or other another vehicle has a run-down reproductive harm. Batteries also 12-volt battery, it can be jump contain other chemicals known to started using good condition jumper the State of California to cause cables. There are different procedures depending on if the Volt cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER has a run-down battery or another HANDLING. vehicle has a run-down battery. See California Proposition Read the appropriate procedures 65 Warning 0 227. that follow.

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The high voltage battery cannot Batteries can hurt you. They can be jump started either with be dangerous because: another vehicle or battery . They contain acid that can charger. Personal injury, death, burn you. or damage to the vehicle could result. . They contain gas that can explode or ignite. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Jump Starting the Volt Warning (Continued) Caution If the Volt will not start, the 12-volt . They contain enough battery may be run down. To jump If the other vehicle does not have electricity to burn you. start the Volt use the underhood a 12-volt system with a negative remote positive (+) and negative (−) If you do not follow these steps ground, both vehicles can be terminals. exactly, some or all of these damaged. Only use a vehicle that things can hurt you. has a 12-volt system with a negative ground for jump starting.

{ Warning 2. Park both vehicles close enough so that the jumper Electric fans can start up even cables can reach both vehicles' when the engine is not running positive (+) and negative (−) and can cause injury. Keep terminals. The vehicles must hands, clothing, and tools away not touch each other. It could from any underhood electric fans. cause an unwanted ground connection that could damage both vehicles' electrical Caution systems. 1. Remote Positive (+) Put both vehicles in P (Park) Terminal Ignoring these steps could result for an automatic transmission in costly damage to the vehicle 2. Remote Negative (−) or electric drive unit. For a that would not be covered by the Terminal manual transmission, place the vehicle warranty. Trying to start 1. The other vehicle used to jump vehicle in Neutral and set the the vehicle by pushing or pulling it start the Volt must have a parking brake. will not work, and it could damage 12-volt battery with a negative the vehicle. ground system. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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remote positive (+) terminal (1). Caution The remote negative (−) Caution terminal (2) for the Volt is a If any accessories are left on or stud GND (−) on the driver side If the jumper cables are plugged in during the jump of the engine compartment. connected or removed in the starting procedure, they could be wrong order, electrical shorting damaged. The repairs would not 6. Check that the jumper cables may occur and damage the be covered by the vehicle do not have loose or missing vehicle. The repairs would not be warranty. Whenever possible, turn insulation or a shock could covered by the vehicle warranty. result and the vehicles could off or unplug all accessories on Always connect and remove the be damaged. either vehicle when jump starting. jumper cables in the correct order, Before connecting the jumper making sure that the cables do cables, here are some basic 3. Turn off the ignition on the not touch each other or other things to know. Positive (+) metal. other vehicle. Turn off the jumper cable goes to radio, all lamps, and positive (+) battery terminal or accessories that are not a remote positive (+) terminal if Connecting the Jumper Cables needed in both vehicles. available. Negative (−) jumper 1. Connect the red positive (+) Unplug accessories from the cable goes to negative (−) cigarette lighter or the jumper cable to the remote battery terminal or a remote positive (+) terminal (1) of your accessory power outlets. This negative (−) terminal if avoids sparks and helps save Volt. Do not let the other end of available. Do not connect the cable touch metal. both batteries and accessories. positive (+) to negative (−) or 4. Locate the positive (+) and there will be a short that may 2. Connect the other end of the negative (−) terminals on the damage the battery and other red positive (+) jumper cable to other vehicle. parts of the vehicle. the positive (+) terminal of the other vehicle. 5. Open the hood to locate the positive (+) and negative (−) 3. Connect the black negative (−) terminals on your Volt. Open jumper cable to the the access cover for the negative (−) battery terminal of Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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the other vehicle battery. Do 2. Disconnect the black not let the other end touch negative (−) jumper cable from anything until the next step. the other vehicle with the good 4. Connect the other end of the battery. black negative (−) jumper cable 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) to the remote negative (−) jumper cable from the other terminal (2) of your Volt. vehicle. Do not let the other end of the cable touch anything 5. Press POWER O to start. This until after the next step. will wake up the electronics on the Volt. After the instrument 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cluster initializes, the Volt will jumper cable from the Volt. use power from the high 5. Return the positive (+) and 1. Positive (+) Terminal voltage battery to charge the negative (−) terminal covers to 2. Negative (−) Terminal 12-volt battery. The jumper their original positions. cables can then be 1. Check the other vehicle. After starting the disabled vehicle disconnected. If the Volt does It must have a 12-volt battery and removing the jumper cables, not start, call your dealer or with a negative ground system. allow it to idle for several minutes. Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Jump Starting Another Vehicle Caution Program 0 337. When using the Volt to jump start If the other vehicle does not have Disconnecting the Jumper Cables another vehicle with a run-down battery, jumper cables are a 12-volt system with a negative 1. Disconnect the black ground, both vehicles can be negative (−) jumper cable from connected directly to the positive (+) and negative (−) terminals on the damaged. Only use a vehicle that the Volt. Do not let the other has a 12-volt system with a end of the cable touch anything 12-volt battery in the rear cargo negative ground for jump starting. until after the next step. area. Do not use the remote terminals under the hood. This could cause a fuse to overload in the Volt. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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2. Park both vehicles close 3. Turn off both vehicles. Turn off jumper cable goes to enough so that the jumper the radio, all lamps, and positive (+) battery terminal or cables can reach both vehicles' accessories that are not a remote positive (+) terminal if positive (+) and negative (−) needed in both vehicles. available. Negative (−) jumper terminals. The vehicles must Unplug accessories from the cable goes to remote not touch each other. It could cigarette lighter or the negative (−) terminal if cause an unwanted ground accessory power outlets. This available, or a heavy, connection that could damage avoids sparks and helps save unpainted metal engine part or both vehicles' electrical both batteries and accessories. a solid engine ground on the systems. 4. Locate the positive (+) and vehicle with the run-down Put both vehicles in P (Park) negative (−) terminals on the battery. for an automatic transmission vehicle with the run-down Do not connect positive (+) to or electric drive unit. For a battery. negative (−) or there will be a manual transmission, place the 5. Locate the positive (+) and short that may damage the vehicle in Neutral and set the negative (−) battery terminals battery or other parts of the parking brake. on the Volt. The 12-volt battery vehicle. Do not connect the is under the load floor in the negative (−) cable to the Caution rear cargo area. Open the negative (−) terminal on the access covers for the run-down battery because this If any accessories are left on or positive (+) terminal (1) and the can cause sparks. plugged in during the jump negative (−) terminal (2). starting procedure, they could be Caution damaged. The repairs would not 6. Check that the jumper cables be covered by the vehicle do not have loose or missing If the jumper cables are insulation or a shock could warranty. Whenever possible, turn connected or removed in the result and the vehicles could off or unplug all accessories on wrong order, electrical shorting be damaged. either vehicle when jump starting. may occur and damage the Before connecting the jumper vehicle. The repairs would not be cables, here are some basic (Continued) things to know. Positive (+) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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4. Make the final connection to a 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) Caution (Continued) heavy, unpainted metal engine jumper cable from the Volt. Do part or to the remote not let the other end of the covered by the vehicle warranty. negative (−) terminal on the cable touch anything until after Always connect and remove the other vehicle with the run-down the next step. jumper cables in the correct order, battery. making sure that the cables do 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) not touch each other or other 5. Press POWER O to start the jumper cable from the other metal. Volt. This will wake up the vehicle. electronics on the Volt. The 5. Return the positive (+) and engine will only start if it is negative (−) terminal covers to Connecting the Jumper Cables needed. their original positions. 1. Connect the red positive (+) 6. Try to start the other vehicle After starting the disabled vehicle jumper cable to the positive (+) that had the run-down battery. and removing the jumper cables, terminal of the other vehicle If it will not start after a few allow it to idle for several minutes. with the run-down battery. Use tries, it probably needs service. a remote positive (+) terminal if available. Do not let the other Disconnecting the Jumper Cables end touch metal. 1. Disconnect the black 2. Connect the other end of the negative (−) jumper cable from red positive (+) jumper cable to the other vehicle that had the the positive (+) battery terminal run-down battery. Do not let the of the Volt. other end of the cable touch anything until after the 3. Connect the black negative (−) next step. jumper cable to the negative (−) battery terminal of 2. Disconnect the black the Volt. Do not let the other negative (−) jumper cable from end touch anything until the the Volt. next step. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Vehicle Care 303 Towing the Vehicle Consult your dealer or a 4. Remove the front bumper tow professional towing service if the eye cover. disabled vehicle must be towed. Caution 5. Screw the tow eye bolt into the To load a vehicle onto a flatbed bumper. Incorrectly towing a disabled carrier: The tow cable can hook into vehicle may cause damage to the 1. The vehicle must be on a flat the tow eye bolt and pull the vehicle. The disabled vehicle surface. vehicle onto the flatbed tow should be towed on a flatbed car 2. The front tires must be properly truck. carrier. Use care when there is inflated. If necessary, move a low ground clearance and/or rear tire to the front to replace special equipment. Attempting to a flat or damaged tire. pull the vehicle onto a flatbed If equipped, use the spare tire without following the proper steps to replace a flat or could damage the vehicle. damaged tire.

Use the tow eye for towing a disabled vehicle or loading it onto a flatbed car carrier. The tow eye should not be used to recover a vehicle from an off road situation.

Caution 6. Ramps are required for the front fascia to clear the flatbed. Improper use of the tow eye can cause vehicle damage. Use caution and low speeds to prevent damage to the vehicle. 3. Remove the tow eye bolt from the rear storage area. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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a flat surface. Do not wrap the vehicle with two wheels on the Caution tow strap around the rear ground and two wheels up on a torque tube. device known as a dolly. If ramps are not used, the front fascia will come into contact with Here are some important things to the flatbed and may cause Caution consider before recreational vehicle towing: damage. Always use ramps. When using tow straps to move the vehicle, damage may occur if . The towing capacity of the 7. Use the proper nylon strap the tow straps contact the rear towing vehicle. Read the tow harnesses around the tires to fascia. Do not let the tow straps vehicle manufacturer's secure them to the flatbed car contact the rear fascia. recommendations. carrier. . How far the vehicle can be towed. Some vehicles have To tow the vehicle behind another restrictions on how far and how vehicle for recreational purposes, long they can tow. such as behind a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 304. . Whether the vehicle has the proper towing equipment. See Recreational Vehicle your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice Towing and equipment Recreational vehicle towing refers to recommendations. towing the vehicle behind another . Whether the vehicle is ready to vehicle such as a motor home. The be towed. Just as preparing the two most common types of vehicle for a long trip, make sure recreational vehicle towing are the vehicle is prepared to be 8. If the car is parked at an angle known as dinghy towing and dolly towed. so that the front toe eye cannot towing. Dinghy towing is towing the be accessed, wrap a tow strap vehicle with all four wheels on the around both of the rear trailing ground. Dolly towing is towing the arms and pull the vehicle onto Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Use of a shield mounted in front If the vehicle is towed with all four of the vehicle grille could restrict wheels on the ground, the drive airflow and cause damage to the unit could be damaged. Repairs electric drive unit. The repairs would not be covered by the would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow the vehicle warranty. If using a shield, vehicle with all four wheels on the only use one that attaches to the ground. towing vehicle. The vehicle was not designed to be Dinghy Towing towed with all four wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be towed, a dolly should be used. See The vehicle can be towed from the the information on dolly towing front using a dolly. To tow the following. vehicle using a dolly: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Drive the front wheels onto the dolly. 3. Put the shift lever in P (Park). 4. Set the parking brake and turn the vehicle off. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

306 Vehicle Care 5. Clamp the steering wheel in a Dolly Towing from the Rear Appearance Care straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the locks greased after using. See Recommended Fluids and 6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly Lubricants 0 326. with a lash over the tire. Do not Washing the Vehicle lash though the wheel. To preserve the vehicle's finish, 7. Release the parking brake. Caution wash it often and out of direct 8. Check for adequate rear fascia sunlight. to ground clearance. Towing the vehicle from the rear, with the front wheels on the Caution ground, could damage the drive unit, and front fascia. Do not tow Do not use petroleum-based, the vehicle from the rear with the acidic, or abrasive cleaning front wheels on the ground. agents as they can damage the vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic parts. If damage occurs, it would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Finish Care Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Application of aftermarket clearcoat your dealer. Follow all This could cause damage that sealant/wax materials is not manufacturer directions regarding would not be covered by the recommended. If painted surfaces correct product usage, necessary vehicle warranty. are damaged, see your dealer to safety precautions, and have the damage assessed and repaired. Foreign materials such as appropriate disposal of any If using an automatic car wash, vehicle care product. calcium chloride and other salts, ice follow the car wash instructions. The melting agents, road oil and tar, tree windshield wiper and rear window sap, bird droppings, chemicals from wiper, if equipped, must be off. industrial chimneys, etc., can Caution Remove any accessories that may damage the vehicle's finish if they be damaged or interfere with the car remain on painted surfaces. Wash Avoid using high-pressure wash equipment. washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive to the surface of the vehicle. Use Rinse the vehicle well, before cleaners that are marked safe for of power washers exceeding washing and after, to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they painted surfaces to remove foreign 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result are allowed to dry on the surface, matter. in damage or removal of paint they could stain. and decals. Occasional hand waxing or mild Dry the finish with a soft, clean polishing should be done to remove chamois or an all-cotton towel to residue from the paint finish. See Caution avoid surface scratches and water your dealer for approved cleaning spotting. products. Do not power wash any Do not apply waxes or polishes to component under the hood that uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, has this e symbol. decals, simulated wood, or flat paint as damage can occur. (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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The bright metal moldings on the Front Air Deflector Caution vehicle are aluminum, chrome or stainless steel. To prevent damage Machine compounding or always follow these cleaning aggressive polishing on a instructions: basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only . Be sure the molding is cool to non-abrasive waxes and polishes the touch before applying any that are made for a basecoat/ cleaning solution. clearcoat paint finish on the . Use only approved cleaning vehicle. solutions for aluminum, chrome or stainless steel. Some cleaners are highly acidic or To keep the paint finish looking new, contain alkaline substances and keep the vehicle garaged or can damage the moldings. With Tabs Shown, Without Tabs covered whenever possible. . Always dilute a concentrated Similar Protecting Exterior Bright Metal cleaner according to the 1. Outer Air Deflector Moldings manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Inner Air Deflector . Do not use cleaners that are not Caution 3. Tab intended for automotive use. 4. Slot Failure to clean and protect the . Use a nonabrasive wax on the The front air deflector directs the bright metal moldings can result vehicle after washing to protect airflow under the vehicle. in a hazy white finish or pitting. and extend the molding finish. This damage would not be If the air deflector has tabs and they covered by the vehicle warranty. become detached, insert the tab into the slot. Repeat for the other side. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ . Aftermarket appearance caps or Shutter System Lenses, Emblems, Decals, and covers while the lamps are Stripes illuminated, due to excessive heat generated. Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth, and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps, lenses Caution emblems, decals, and stripes. Failure to clean lamps properly Follow instructions under "Washing can cause damage to the lamp the Vehicle" previously in this cover that would not be covered section. by the vehicle warranty. Lamp covers are made of plastic, and some have a UV protective coating. Do not clean or wipe them Caution while they are dry. The vehicle may have a shutter Do not use any of the following on Using wax on low gloss black system designed to help increase lamp covers: finish stripes can increase the fuel economy. Keep the shutter gloss level and create a system clean for proper operation. . Abrasive or caustic agents. non-uniform finish. Clean low . Washer fluids and other cleaning gloss stripes with soap and Windshield and Wiper Blades agents in higher concentrations water only. Clean the outside of the windshield than suggested by the with glass cleaner. manufacturer. Air Intakes Clean rubber blades using lint-free . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, cloth or paper towel soaked with or other harsh cleaners. Clear debris from the air intakes, between the hood and windshield, windshield washer fluid or a mild . Ice scrapers or other hard items. when washing the vehicle. detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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a buildup of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper Caution Caution (Continued) streaking. Using petroleum-based tire chlorides are used on roads for Replace the wiper blades if they are dressing products on the vehicle conditions such as ice and dust. worn or damaged. Damage can be may damage the paint finish and/ Always wash the chrome with caused by extreme dusty or tires. When applying a tire soap and water after exposure. conditions, sand, salt, heat, sun, dressing, always wipe off any snow, and ice. overspray from all painted Weatherstrips surfaces on the vehicle. Caution Apply Dielectric silicone grease on To avoid surface damage, do not weatherstrips to make them last Wheels and Trim — Aluminum use strong soaps, chemicals, longer, seal better, and not stick or or Chrome abrasive polishes, cleaners, squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at Use a soft, clean cloth with mild brushes, or cleaners that contain least once a year. Hot, dry climates soap and water to clean the wheels. acid on aluminum or may require more frequent After rinsing thoroughly with clean chrome-plated wheels. Use only application. Black marks from water, dry with a soft, clean towel. rubber material on painted surfaces approved cleaners. Also, never A wax may then be applied. can be removed by rubbing with a drive a vehicle with aluminum or clean cloth. See Recommended chrome-plated wheels through an Fluids and Lubricants 0 326. Caution automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning Tires Chrome wheels and other chrome brushes. Damage could occur Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to trim may be damaged if the and the repairs would not be clean the tires. vehicle is not washed after driving covered by the vehicle warranty. on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium, calcium, or sodium chloride. These (Continued) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Brake System weatherstrips with a clean cloth will Original manufacturer replacement make them last longer, seal better, parts will provide the corrosion Visually inspect brake lines and and not stick or squeak. protection while maintaining the hoses for proper hook-up, binding, vehicle warranty. leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect Underbody Maintenance disc brake pads for wear and rotors Finish Damage for surface condition. Inspect drum At least twice a year, spring and fall, brake linings/shoes for wear or use plain water to flush dirt and Quickly repair minor chips and cracks. Inspect all other brake parts. debris from the vehicle's underbody. scratches with touch-up materials Your dealer or an underbody car available from your dealer to avoid Steering, Suspension, and washing system can do this. If not corrosion. Larger areas of finish Chassis Components removed, rust and corrosion can damage can be corrected in your develop. dealer's body and paint shop. Visually inspect steering, suspension, and chassis Do not directly power wash the Chemical Paint Spotting components for damaged, loose, transfer case and/or front/rear axle Airborne pollutants can fall upon or missing parts or signs of wear at output seals. High pressure water and attack painted vehicle surfaces least once a year. can overcome the seals and contaminate the fluid. Contaminated causing blotchy, ring-shaped Inspect power steering for proper fluid will decrease the life of the discolorations, and small, irregular attachment, connections, binding, transfer case and/or axles and dark spots etched into the paint leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. should be replaced. surface. Refer to “Finish Care” Visually check constant velocity joint previously in this section. boots and axle seals for leaks. Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and Interior Care Body Component Lubrication requires sheet metal repair or To prevent dirt particle abrasions, Lubricate all key lock cylinders, replacement, make sure the body regularly clean the vehicle's interior. hood hinges, hatch/liftgate hinges, repair shop applies anti-corrosion Immediately remove any soils. and the steel fuel door hinge unless material to parts repaired or Newspapers or dark garments can the components are plastic. replaced to restore corrosion transfer color to the vehicle’s Applying silicone grease on protection. interior. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Use a soft bristle brush to remove . Never rub any surface dust from knobs and crevices on the aggressively or with too much Caution instrument cluster. Using a mild pressure. To prevent scratching, never use soap solution, immediately remove . Do not use laundry detergents or hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect abrasive cleaners on automotive dishwashing soaps with glass. Abrasive cleaners or repellent from all interior surfaces or degreasers. For liquid cleaners, permanent damage may result. aggressive cleaning may damage use approximately 20 drops per the rear window defogger. Use cleaners specifically designed 3.8 L (1 gal) of water. for the surfaces being cleaned to A concentrated soap solution will prevent permanent damage. Apply create streaks and attract dirt. Cleaning the windshield with water all cleaners directly to the cleaning Do not use solutions that contain during the first three to six months cloth. Do not spray cleaners on any strong or caustic soap. of ownership will reduce tendency to fog. switches or controls. Remove . Do not heavily saturate the cleaners quickly. upholstery when cleaning. Speaker Covers Before using cleaners, read and . Do not use solvents or cleaners Vacuum around a speaker cover follow all safety instructions on the containing solvents. label. While cleaning the interior, gently, so that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean spots with water open the doors and windows to get Interior Glass and mild soap. proper ventilation. To clean, use a terry cloth fabric To prevent damage, do not clean dampened with water. Wipe droplets Coated Moldings the interior using the following left behind with a clean dry cloth. Coated moldings should be cleaned. cleaners or techniques: If necessary, use a commercial . When lightly soiled, wipe with a . Never use a razor or any other glass cleaner after cleaning with plain water. sponge or soft, lint-free cloth sharp object to remove soil from dampened with water. any interior surface. . When heavily soiled, use warm . Never use a brush with stiff soapy water. bristles. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Fabric/Carpet/Suede to a clean area frequently to dirt that can scratch the surface. prevent forcing the soil in to the Then gently clean by rubbing with a Start by vacuuming the surface fabric. microfiber cloth. Never use window using a soft brush attachment. If a cleaners or solvents. Periodically rotating vacuum brush attachment is 4. Continue gently rubbing the hand wash the microfiber cloth being used, only use it on the floor soiled area until there is no separately, using mild soap. Do not carpet. Before cleaning, gently longer any color transfer from use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse remove as much of the soil as the soil to the cleaning cloth. thoroughly and air dry before possible: 5. If the soil is not completely next use. . Gently blot liquids with a paper removed, use a mild soap towel. Continue blotting until no solution followed only by plain Caution more soil can be removed. water. . For solid soils, remove as much If the soil is not completely Do not attach a device with a as possible prior to vacuuming. removed, it may be necessary to suction cup to the display. This use a commercial upholstery may cause damage and would To clean: cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small not be covered by the vehicle 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free hidden area for colorfastness before warranty. colorfast cloth with water. using a commercial upholstery Microfiber cloth is cleaner or spot lifter. If ring recommended to prevent lint formation occurs, clean the entire Instrument Panel, Leather, transfer to the fabric or carpet. fabric or carpet. Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Low Gloss Paint Surfaces, and 2. Remove excess moisture by After cleaning, use a paper towel to Natural Open Pore Wood gently wringing until water does blot excess moisture. not drip from the cleaning cloth. Surfaces Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces 3. Start on the outside edge of the Use a soft microfiber cloth and Vehicle Information and dampened with water to remove soil and gently rub toward the Radio Displays center. Fold the cleaning cloth dust and loose dirt. For a more Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss thorough cleaning, use a soft surfaces or vehicle displays. First, microfiber cloth dampened with a use a soft bristle brush to remove mild soap solution. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause Do not bleach or dye safety belt especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics webbing. It may severely weaken well as other interior surfaces, and painted surfaces. If an air the webbing. In a crash, they may cause permanent damage. freshener comes in contact with might not be able to provide 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 safety belt webbing only them to dry naturally. Never use clean with a soft cloth dampened with mild soap and lukewarm heat, steam, or spot removers. Do with a mild soap solution. water. 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 { Warning the appearance and feel of Cargo Cover and leather or soft trim, and are not Convenience Net recommended. If a floor mat is the wrong size or Wash with warm water and mild is not properly installed, it can detergent. Do not use chlorine interfere with the pedals. Do not use cleaners that increase bleach. Rinse with cold water, and Interference with the pedals can gloss, especially on the instrument then dry completely. cause unintended acceleration panel. Reflected glare can decrease and/or increased stopping visibility through the windshield Care of Safety 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 pedals. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats . The original equipment floor Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your to unlock each retainer and remove. vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not fit properly and may interfere with the pedals. Always 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 Reinstall by lining up the floor mat it over. retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position. . Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. . Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. . Do not place one floor mat on top of another. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

316 Service and Maintenance General Information changes and tire rotations and Service and additional maintenance items like Maintenance Your vehicle is an important tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper investment. This section describes blades. the required maintenance for the General Information vehicle. Follow this schedule to help Caution General Information ...... 316 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 ...... 317 also help to maintain the value of repairs and may not be covered the vehicle if it is sold. It is the Special Application Services by the vehicle warranty. responsibility of the owner to have Maintenance intervals, checks, Special Application all required maintenance performed. Services ...... 323 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 ...... 323 up-to-date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics. Many The Tire Rotation and Required Recommended Fluids, dealers have extended evening and Services are the responsibility of the Lubricants, and Parts Saturday hours, courtesy vehicle owner. It is recommended to Recommended Fluids and transportation, and online have your dealer perform these Lubricants ...... 326 scheduling to assist with service services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. Maintenance Replacement needs. Proper vehicle maintenance helps to Parts ...... 327 keep the vehicle in good working Your dealer recognizes the condition, improves fuel economy, Maintenance Records importance of providing and reduces vehicle emissions. Maintenance Records ...... 328 competitively priced maintenance and repair services. With trained Because of the way people use technicians, the dealer is the place vehicles, maintenance needs vary. for routine maintenance such as oil There may need to be more Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Service and Maintenance 317 frequent checks and services. The . Used for taxi, police, or delivery Maintenance Additional Required Services - service. Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the Schedule . Carry passengers and cargo Maintenance Schedule Additional Owner Checks and Services within recommended limits on Required Services - Severe chart. the Tire and Loading Information At Each Fuel Stop label. See Vehicle Load { Warning . Check the engine oil level. See 0 Limits 169. Engine Oil 0 234. Performing maintenance work can . Are driven on reasonable road Once a Month surfaces within legal driving be dangerous and can cause limits. serious injury. Perform . Check the tire inflation maintenance work only if the pressures. See Tire . Use the recommended fuel. See required information, proper tools, Pressure 0 270. Fuel 0 221. and equipment are available. . Inspect the tires for wear. See Refer to the information in the If they are not, see your dealer to Tire Inspection 0 276. Maintenance Schedule Additional have a trained technician do the Required Services - Normal chart. work. See Doing Your Own . Check the windshield washer Service Work 0 230. fluid level. See Washer The Additional Required Services - Fluid 0 244. Severe are for vehicles that are: . Engine, power electronics, and . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic high voltage battery pack in hot weather. coolant level checks. See . Mainly driven in hilly or Cooling System (Engine) 0 238 mountainous terrain. or Cooling System (High Voltage Battery) 0 239 or Cooling . Frequently towing a trailer. System (Power Electronics and . Used for high speed or Charger Modules) 0 240. competitive driving. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection 0 276. Every 24 months or when the Services Every 12 000 km/ CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON 7,500 mi . Visually check for fluid leaks. message displays, change the Rotate the tires, if recommended for . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. engine oil and filter as soon as the vehicle, and perform the See Engine Air Cleaner/ possible, within the next 1 000 km/ following services. See Tire Filter 0 237. 600 mi. The engine oil and filter Rotation 0 276. must be changed at least once . Inspect brake system. See every 24 months. After each oil and . Check engine oil level and oil Exterior Care 0 306. life percentage. If needed, filter change, the oil life system must Visually inspect steering, change engine oil and filter, and . be reset. See Engine Oil Life suspension, and chassis 0 reset oil life system. See Engine System 236. More frequent 0 components for damaged, loose, changes may be required when the Oil 234 and Engine Oil Life System 0 236. or missing parts or signs of vehicle is exposed to a corrosive wear. See Exterior Care 0 306. environment, such as areas of high . Check engine coolant level. See Check restraint system humidity, along an ocean coast, Engine Coolant 0 241. . and/or areas that apply road salt components. See Safety System . Check windshield washer fluid 0 during winter. Check 60. level. See Washer Fluid 0 244. Your trained dealer technician can . Visually inspect fuel system for . Visually inspect windshield wiper perform this work. If the engine oil damage or leaks. blades for wear, cracking, life system is reset accidentally, or contamination. See Exterior . Visually inspect exhaust system service the vehicle within 5 000 km/ and nearby heat shields for Care 0 306. Replace worn or 3,000 mi since the last service. loose or damaged parts. damaged wiper blades. See Reset the oil life system when the Wiper Blade . Lubricate body components. See oil is changed. Replacement 0 249. Exterior Care 0 306. . Check tire inflation pressures. . Check electric drive unit shift See Tire Pressure 0 270. lock control function. See Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock Control Function Check 0 248. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Check parking brake and electric drive unit mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check 0 249. . Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. . Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage. Check the hold open ability of the strut. See your dealer if service is required. . Check tire sealant expiration date, if equipped. See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 0 285. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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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 - Normal 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. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Change electric drive unit fluid. @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ Drain and fill engine, power electronics, and high @ voltage battery cooling systems. (4) Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Footnotes — Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Schedule Additional Required comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services - Normal excessive cracking, or damage; (1) Or every two years, whichever replace, if needed. comes first. More frequent (6) Replace brake fluid every five passenger compartment air filter years. See Brake Fluid 0 245. replacement may be needed if driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air quality, high dust levels, or environmental allergens. Passenger compartment air filter replacement may also be needed if there is reduced airflow, window fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer can help determine when to replace the filter. (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and condition. (3) Or every four years, whichever comes first. If driving in dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed. (4) Or every five years, whichever comes first. See Cooling System (Engine) 0 238 or Cooling System (High Voltage Battery) 0 239 or Cooling System (Power Electronics and Charger Modules) 0 240. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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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 - Severe 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. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) @ @ @ @ @ @ Inspect evaporative control system. (2) @ @ @ Replace engine air cleaner filter. (3) @ @ @ Change electric drive unit fluid. @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ Drain and fill engine, power electronics, and high @ voltage battery cooling systems. (4) Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) @ Replace brake fluid. (6)

Footnotes — Maintenance or environmental allergens. (2) Check all fuel and vapor lines Schedule Additional Required Passenger compartment air filter and hoses for proper hook-up, Services - Severe replacement may also be needed if routing, and condition. (1) Or every two years, whichever there is reduced airflow, window (3) Or every four years, whichever comes first. More frequent fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer comes first. If driving in dusty passenger compartment air filter can help determine when to replace conditions, inspect the filter at each replacement may be needed if the filter. oil change or more often as needed. driving in areas with heavy traffic, poor air quality, high dust levels, Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Service and Maintenance 323 (4) Or every five years, whichever Special Application Additional comes first. See Cooling System (Engine) 0 238 or Cooling System Services Maintenance and Care (High Voltage Battery) 0 239 or . Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important Cooling System (Power Electronics Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly and Charger Modules) 0 240. components every 5 000 km/ may help to avoid future costly (5) Or every 10 years, whichever 3,000 mi. repairs. To maintain vehicle comes first. Inspect for fraying, . Have underbody flushing service performance, additional excessive cracking, or damage; performed. See "Underbody maintenance services may be replace, if needed. Maintenance" in Exterior required. (6) Replace brake fluid every five Care 0 306. It is recommended that your dealer years. See Brake Fluid 0 245. perform these services — their trained dealer technicians know your vehicle best. Your dealer can also perform a thorough assessment with a multi-point inspection to recommend when your vehicle may need attention. The following list is intended to explain the services and conditions to look for that may indicate services are required. Battery The 12-volt battery supplies power to start the engine and operate any additional electrical accessories. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. To avoid break-down or failure to . Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are . Trained dealer technicians have recommend quality parts important to see and be seen on the diagnostic equipment to test engineered for the vehicle. the road. the battery and ensure that the Fluids . Signs that the headlamps need connections and cables are attention include dimming, failure corrosion-free. Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle’s systems to light, cracking, or damage. Belts and components. See The brake lamps need to be Recommended Fluids and checked periodically to ensure . Belts may need replacing if they 0 that they light when braking. squeak or show signs of Lubricants 326 for GM approved cracking or splitting. fluids. . With a multi-point inspection, . Engine oil and windshield your dealer can check the lamps . Trained dealer technicians have and note any concerns. access to tools and equipment washer fluid levels should be to inspect the belts and checked at every fuel fill. Shocks and Struts recommend adjustment or . Instrument cluster lights may Shocks and struts help aid in control replacement when necessary. come on to indicate that fluids for a smoother ride. may be low and need to be Brakes filled. . Signs of wear may include Brakes stop the vehicle and are steering wheel vibration, bounce/ crucial to safe driving. Hoses sway while braking, longer Hoses transport fluids and should stopping distance, or uneven . Signs of brake wear may include tire wear. chirping, grinding, or squealing be regularly inspected to ensure noises, or difficulty stopping. that there are no cracks or leaks. With a multi-point inspection, your dealer can inspect the hoses and advise if replacement is needed. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. As part of the multi-point Vehicle Care . Trained dealer technicians can inspection, trained dealer To help keep the vehicle looking like inspect the windshield and technicians can visually inspect new, vehicle care products are recommend proper replacement the shocks and struts for signs available from your dealer. For if needed. of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and or damage, and can advise Wiper Blades protect the vehicle’s interior and when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 311 and Wiper blades need to be cleaned Exterior Care 0 306. and kept in good condition to Tires provide a clear view. Tires need to be properly inflated, Wheel Alignment . Signs of wear include streaking, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining Wheel alignment is critical for skipping across the windshield, the tires can save money and fuel, ensuring that the tires deliver and worn or split rubber. and can reduce the risk of tire optimal wear and performance. failure. . Trained dealer technicians can . Signs that the alignment may check the wiper blades and . Signs that the tires need to be need to be adjusted include replace them when needed. replaced include three or more pulling, improper vehicle visible treadwear indicators; cord handling, or unusual tire wear. or fabric showing through the rubber; cracks or cuts in the . Your dealer has the required tread or sidewall; or a bulge or equipment to ensure proper split in the tire. wheel alignment. . Trained dealer technicians can Windshield inspect and recommend the right For safety, appearance, and the tires. Your dealer can also best viewing, keep the windshield provide tire/wheel balancing clean and clear. services to ensure smooth vehicle operation at all speeds. . Signs of damage include Your dealer sells and services scratches, cracks, and chips. name brand tires. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

326 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1™ specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 234. Engine Cooling System Premix DEX-COOL® (GM Part No. 12378390, in Canada 10953456). See Engine Coolant 0 241. High Voltage Battery Cooling System Premix DEX-COOL (GM Part No. 12378390, in Canada 10953456). Power Electronics Cooling System Premix DEX-COOL (GM Part No. 12378390, in Canada 10953456). Brake Hydraulic System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in Canada 19299819). Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. Electric Drive Unit DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Hatch Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hinges Canada 10953474). Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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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 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 20871244 A3148C Cabin Air Filter 13508023 CF185 Engine Oil Filter 12670058 UPF64R Spark Plugs 12637197 41-124 Wiper Blades Left – 65 cm (25.6 in) 23251330 — Right – 65 cm (25.6 in) 23251332 — Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

328 Service and Maintenance 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 VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Technical Data 329 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification This label, on the inside of the glove Number (VIN) box, has the following information: Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...... 329 . Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Number (VIN). Label ...... 329 . Model designation. Vehicle Data . Paint information. Capacities and Specifications ...... 330 . Production options and special Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . 332 equipment. This legal identifier is in the front Do not remove this label from the corner of the instrument panel, on vehicle. the left side of the vehicle. It can be seen through the windshield from outside. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code identifies the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. See “Engine Specifications” under Capacities and Specifications 0 330 for the vehicle's engine code. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

330 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 326 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge type and amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Cooling Systems Engine 7.0 L 7.4 qt High Voltage Battery 4.2 L 4.5 qt Power Electronics 4.8 L 5.0 qt Engine Oil with Filter 4.0 L 4.2 qt Fuel Tank 33.7 L 8.9 gal Electric Drive Unit 6.75 L 7.13 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. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Electric Drive Unit Spark Plug Gap 1.5L L4 5 Automatic 0.80–0.90 mm (0.031– 0.035 in) Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Customer Information 333 Reporting Safety Defects Customer Information Customer Reporting Safety Defects to Information the United States Government ...... 344 Customer Satisfaction Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure Customer Information the Canadian Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Government ...... 344 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 333 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns General Motors ...... 344 Customer Assistance with the sales transaction or the Offices ...... 335 Vehicle Data Recording and operation of the vehicle will be Customer Assistance for Text resolved by your dealer's sales or Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 336 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and service departments. Sometimes, Online Owner Center ...... 336 however, despite the best intentions GM Mobility Reimbursement Privacy ...... 345 Event Data Recorders ...... 345 of all concerned, misunderstandings Program ...... 337 ® can occur. If your concern has not Roadside Assistance OnStar ...... 346 Infotainment System ...... 346 been resolved to your satisfaction, Program ...... 337 the following steps should be taken: Scheduling Service Appointments ...... 339 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern Courtesy Transportation with a member of dealership Program ...... 339 management. Normally, concerns Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 340 can be quickly resolved at that level. Service Publications Ordering If the matter has already been Information ...... 342 reviewed with the sales, service, Radio Frequency or parts manager, contact the owner Statement ...... 343 of your dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO : If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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resolved by your dealership without STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : You may contact the BBB Auto Line further help, in the U.S., call the Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Chevrolet Customer Assistance dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Center at 1-877-486-5846. In sure you are completely satisfied the following address: Canada, call General Motors of with the new vehicle. However, BBB Auto Line Program Canada Customer Care Centre at if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business Bureaus, 1-800-263-3777 (English), after following the procedure Inc. or 1-800-263-7854 (French). outlined in Steps One and Two, you 3033 Wilson Boulevard can file with the Better Business We encourage you to call the ® Suite 600 , Arlington, VA 22201 toll-free number in order to give the Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 inquiry prompt attention. Have the to enforce your rights. http://www.bbb.org/council/ following information available to The BBB Auto Line Program is an programs-services/ give the Customer Assistance out-of-court program administered dispute-handling-and-resolution/ representative: by the Council of Better Business bbb-auto-line . Vehicle Identification Number Bureaus to settle automotive This program is available in all (VIN). This is available from the disputes regarding vehicle repairs or 50 states and the District of vehicle registration or title, or the the interpretation of the New Vehicle Columbia. Eligibility is limited by plate at the top left of the Limited Warranty. Although you may vehicle age, mileage, and other instrument panel and visible be required to resort to this informal factors. General Motors reserves through the windshield. dispute resolution program prior to the right to change eligibility filing a court action, use of the . Dealership name and location. limitations and/or discontinue its program is free of charge and your participation in this program. . Vehicle delivery date and case will generally be heard within present mileage. 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you When contacting Chevrolet, may reject it and proceed with any remember that your concern will other venue for relief available likely be resolved at a dealer's to you. facility. That is why we suggest following Step One first. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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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 Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, 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 Limited c/o Customer Care Centre has committed to binding arbitration General Motors of Canada Limited Chevrolet Motor Division of owner disputes involving Mail Code: CA1-163-005 Chevrolet Customer Assistance factory-related vehicle service 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Center claims. The program provides for Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 P.O. Box 33170 the review of the facts involved by Detroit, MI 48232-5170 an impartial third party arbiter, and The inquiry should be accompanied www.Chevrolet.com may include an informal hearing by the Vehicle Identification before the arbiter. The program is Number (VIN). 1-877-486-5846 designed so that the entire dispute 1-800-833-2438 (For Text settlement process, from the time Telephone Devices (TTYs)) you file your complaint to the final Roadside Assistance: decision, should be completed in 1-888-811-1926 about 70 days. We believe our From U.S. Virgin Islands: impartial program offers advantages 1-800-496-9994 over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Canada Chevrolet by dialing: r : Track your vehicle’s warranty 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in General Motors of Canada Limited information. Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: J : View active recalls by Vehicle CA1-163-005 Online Owner Center Identification Number (VIN). See 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Vehicle Identification Number Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Online Owner Experience (VIN) 0 329. www.gm.ca (U.S.) my.chevrolet.com H : View GM Card, SiriusXM 1-800-263-3777 (English) The Chevrolet online owner Satellite radio (if equipped), and 1-800-263-7854 (French) experience allows interaction with OnStar account information. 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Chevrolet and keeps important F Telephone devices (TTYs)) : Chat with online help vehicle-specific information in one representatives. Roadside Assistance: place. 1-800-268-6800 See my.chevrolet.com to register Membership Benefits your vehicle. Overseas E : Download owner manuals and Chevrolet Owner Centre Please contact the local General view vehicle-specific how-to videos. Motors Business Unit. (Canada) chevroletowner.ca G : View maintenance schedules, Visit the Chevrolet Owner Centre: Customer Assistance for alerts, and OnStar Vehicle Diagnostic Information. Schedule . Chat live with online help Text Telephone (TTY) service appointments. representatives. Users I : View and print dealer-recorded . Locate owner resources such as To assist customers who are deaf, service records and self-recorded lease-end, financing, and hard of hearing, or speech-impaired service records. warranty information. and who use Text Telephones D : Select a preferred dealer and . Retrieve your favorite articles, (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY view locations, maps, phone quizzes, tips, and multimedia equipment available at its Customer numbers, and hours. galleries organized into the Assistance Center. Any TTY user in Featured Articles and Auto Care the U.S. can communicate with Sections. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Download owner manuals. General Motors of Canada also has . Odometer reading, Vehicle . Find the a Mobility Program. Visit www.gm.ca Identification Number (VIN), and Chevrolet-recommended or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) delivery date of the vehicle. maintenance services. for details. TTY users call . Description of the problem. 1-800-263-3830. Coverage GM Mobility Roadside Assistance Reimbursement Program Services are provided for the Program duration of the vehicle’s powertrain From the U.S., call 1-888-811-1926; warranty. (Text Telephone (TTY): In the U.S., anyone driving the 1-888-889-2438). vehicle is covered. In Canada, a From Canada, call 1-800-268-6800. person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not Service is available 24 hours a day, covered. 365 days a year. This program is available to Roadside Assistance is not a part of qualified applicants for cost Calling for Assistance the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. General Motors North America and reimbursement of eligible When calling Roadside Assistance, Chevrolet reserve the right to make aftermarket adaptive equipment have the following information any changes or discontinue the required for the vehicle, such as ready: hand controls or a wheelchair/ Roadside Assistance program at scooter lift for the vehicle. . Your name, home address, and any time without notification. home telephone number. For more information on the limited General Motors North America and offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or . Telephone number of your Chevrolet reserve the right to limit call the GM Mobility Assistance location. services or payment to an owner or Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text . Location of the vehicle. driver if they decide the claims are Telephone (TTY) users, call made too often, or the same type of 1-800-833-9935. . Model, year, color, and license claim is made many times. plate number of the vehicle. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Services Provided sidewalls, or has a large . Mounting, dismounting, puncture, the tire is too severely or changing of snow tires, . Emergency Fuel Delivery: damaged for the tire sealant and chains, or other traction devices. Delivery of enough fuel for the compressor kit to be effective vehicle to get to the nearest Service is not provided if a vehicle and the vehicle will have to be service station. is in an area that is not accessible towed. It is the owner's to the service vehicle or is not a . Lock-Out Service: Service to responsibility for the repair or regularly traveled or maintained unlock the vehicle if you are replacement of the tire if it is not public road, which includes ice and locked out. A remote unlock may covered by the warranty. winter roads. Off-road use is not be available if you have OnStar. . Battery Jump Start: Service to covered. For security reasons, the driver jump start a dead battery. must present identification Services Specific to Canadian before this service is given. . Trip Interruption Benefits and Vehicles Assistance: If your trip is . Emergency Tow from a Public interrupted due to a warranty . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle Road or Highway: Tow to the event, incidental expenses may registration is required. nearest certified Volt or ELR be reimbursed within the dealer for warranty service, or if . Trip Interruption Benefits and Powertrain warranty period. the vehicle was in a crash and Assistance: Must be over Items considered are reasonable cannot be driven. Assistance is 150 km (93 mi) from where the and customary hotel, meals, not given when the vehicle is trip was started to qualify. rental car, or a vehicle being stuck in the sand, mud, or snow. General Motors of Canada delivered back to the customer, Limited requires Emergency towing may be up to 805 km (500 mi). pre-authorization, original covered during the Extended Services Not Included in detailed receipts, and a copy of Vehicle (EV) warranty. the repair orders. Once Roadside Assistance . Flat Tire Change: Service to authorization has been received, change a flat tire with the tire . Impound towing caused by the Roadside Assistance advisor sealant and compressor kit. violation of any laws. will help to make arrangements If the tire has been separated . Legal fines. and explain how to receive from the wheel, has damaged payment. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Alternative Service: If unless, of course, the problem is entitled “Limited Warranty and assistance cannot be provided safety related. If it is, please call Owner Assistance Information” right away, the Roadside your dealership, let them know this, furnished with each new vehicle Assistance advisor may give and ask for instructions. provides detailed warranty coverage permission to get local If your dealer requests you to bring information. emergency road service. You will the vehicle for service, you are Transportation Options receive payment, up to $100, urged to do so as early in the work after sending the original receipt day as possible to allow for Warranty service can generally be to Roadside Assistance. same-day repair. completed while you wait. However, Mechanical failures may be if you are unable to do so, your covered, however any cost for Courtesy Transportation dealer may offer the following parts and labor for repairs not transportation options: covered by the warranty are the Program Shuttle Service owner's responsibility. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating This includes one-way or round-trip Scheduling Service dealers are proud to offer Courtesy shuttle service within reasonable Appointments Transportation, a customer support time and distance parameters of program for vehicles with the your dealer's area. When the vehicle requires warranty Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty service, contact your dealer and Public Transportation or Fuel Coverage period in Canada), and Reimbursement request an appointment. By extended powertrain in both the scheduling a service appointment U.S. and Canada. If overnight warranty repairs are and advising the service consultant needed, and public transportation is of your transportation needs, your Several Courtesy Transportation used, the expense must be dealer can help minimize your options are available to assist in supported by original receipts and inconvenience. reducing inconvenience when within the maximum amount allowed warranty repairs are required. If the vehicle cannot be scheduled by GM for shuttle service. If U.S. into the service department Courtesy Transportation is not a customers arrange their own immediately, keep driving it until it part of the New Vehicle Limited transportation, limited can be scheduled for service, Warranty. A separate booklet reimbursement for reasonable fuel Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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expenses may be available. Claim Additional Program Collision Parts amounts should reflect actual costs Information Genuine GM Collision parts are new and be supported by original parts made with the same materials receipts. See your dealer for All program options, such as shuttle and construction methods as the information. service, may not be available at every dealer. Contact your dealer parts with which the vehicle was Courtesy Rental Vehicle for specific availability. originally built. Genuine GM Collision parts are the best choice to For an overnight warranty repair, the General Motors reserves the right to ensure that the vehicle's designed dealer may provide an available unilaterally modify, change, appearance, durability, and safety courtesy rental vehicle or provide for or discontinue Courtesy are preserved. The use of Genuine reimbursement of a rental vehicle. Transportation at any time and to GM parts can help maintain the GM Reimbursement is limited and must resolve all questions of claim New Vehicle Limited Warranty. be supported by original receipts as eligibility pursuant to the terms and well as a signed and completed conditions described herein at its Recycled original equipment parts rental agreement and meet state/ sole discretion. may also be used for repair. These provincial, local, and rental vehicle parts are typically removed from provider requirements. Collision Damage Repair vehicles that were total losses in Requirements vary and may include prior crashes. In most cases, the minimum age requirements, If the vehicle is involved in a parts being recycled are from insurance coverage, credit card, etc. collision and it is damaged, have the undamaged sections of the vehicle. Additional fees such as fuel usage damage repaired by a qualified A recycled original equipment GM charges, taxes, levies, usage fees, technician using the proper part may be an acceptable choice to excessive mileage, or rental usage equipment and quality replacement maintain the vehicle's originally beyond the completion of the repair parts. Poorly performed collision designed appearance and safety are also your responsibility. repairs diminish the vehicle resale performance; however, the history of value, and safety performance can these parts is not known. Such parts It may not be possible to provide a be compromised in subsequent are not covered by the GM New like vehicle as a courtesy rental. collisions. Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any related failures are not covered by that warranty. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Aftermarket collision parts are also Insuring the Vehicle parts. Read the lease carefully, as available. These are made by you may be charged at the end of Protect your investment in the GM companies other than GM and may the lease for poor quality repairs. vehicle with comprehensive and not have been tested for the vehicle. collision insurance coverage. There As a result, these parts may fit If a Crash Occurs are significant differences in the poorly, exhibit premature durability/ quality of coverage afforded by If there has been an injury, call corrosion problems, and may not various insurance policy terms. emergency services for help. Do not perform properly in subsequent Many insurance policies provide leave the scene of a crash until all collisions. Aftermarket parts are not reduced protection to the GM matters have been taken care of. covered by the GM New Vehicle vehicle by limiting compensation for Move the vehicle only if its position Limited Warranty, and any vehicle damage repairs by using puts you in danger, or you are failure related to such parts is not aftermarket collision parts. Some instructed to move it by a police covered by that warranty. insurance companies will not officer. Repair Facility specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved GM also recommends that you recommend that you ensure that the in the crash. choose a collision repair facility that vehicle will be repaired with GM For emergency towing see meets your needs before you ever original equipment collision parts. need collision repairs. Your dealer Roadside Assistance If such insurance coverage is not Program 0 337. may have a collision repair center available from your current with GM-trained technicians and insurance carrier, consider switching Gather the following information: state-of-the-art equipment, or be to another insurance carrier. able to recommend a collision repair . Driver name, address, and center that has GM-trained If the vehicle is leased, the leasing telephone number. technicians and comparable company may require you to have . Driver license number. equipment. insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment . Owner name, address, and Manufacturer (OEM) parts or telephone number. Genuine Manufacturer replacement . Vehicle license plate number. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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. Vehicle make, model, and Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance model year. Repair Process company is paying for the repairs, you are not obligated to accept a . Vehicle Identification In the event that the vehicle requires Number (VIN). repair valuation based on that damage repairs, GM recommends insurance company's collision policy . Insurance company and policy that you take an active role in its repair limits, as you have no number. repair. If you have a pre-determined contractual limits with that company. repair facility of choice, take the In such cases, you can have control . General description of the vehicle there, or have it towed there. damage to the other vehicle. of the repair and parts choices as Specify to the facility that any long as the cost stays within Choose a reputable repair facility required replacement collision parts reasonable limits. that uses quality replacement parts. be original equipment parts, either See “Collision Parts” earlier in this new Genuine GM parts or recycled Service Publications section. original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by Ordering Information In a crash, the sensing system may the GM vehicle warranty. shut down the high voltage system. Service Manuals See Battery - North America 0 246 Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals have the diagnosis for important safety information. but you must live with the repair. and repair information on the If an airbag has inflated, see What Depending on your policy limits, engine, electric drive unit, axle, Will You See after an Airbag your insurance company may suspension, brakes, electrical, Inflates? 0 66. initially value the repair using aftermarket parts. Discuss this with steering, body, etc. If the vehicle is damaged from a the repair professional, and insist on crash, flood, fire, or other event it Service Bulletins Genuine GM parts. Remember, may be necessary to have the if the vehicle is leased, you may be Service Bulletins give additional vehicle inspected. SeeBattery - obligated to have the vehicle technical service information North America 0 246 and High repaired with Genuine GM parts, needed to knowledgeably service Voltage Safety Information 0 19 for even if your insurance coverage General Motors cars and trucks. important safety information. does not pay the full cost. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of the vehicle. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Owner Information ORDER TOLL FREE: Industry Canada Standards 1-800-551-4123 Monday - Friday RSS-GEN/210/216/220/251/310, Owner publications are written 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time ICES 001. specifically for owners and intended ‐ to provide basic operational For Credit Card Orders Only Operation is subject to the following information about the vehicle. The (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit two conditions: Owner Manual includes the Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com 1. The device may not cause Maintenance Schedule for all Or write to: harmful interference. models. Helm, Incorporated 2. The device must accept any In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Attention: Customer Service interference received, including Owner Manual, and Warranty 47911 Halyard Drive interference that may cause Booklet. Plymouth, MI 48170 undesired operation of the RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 to Prices are subject to change without device. $40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and notice and without incurring Changes or modifications to any of shipping fees. obligation. Allow ample time for these systems by other than an Without Pouch: Owner Manual only. delivery. authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. RETAIL SELL PRICE: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and funds. Make checks payable in U.S. shipping fees. funds. Current and Past Models Radio Frequency Technical Service Bulletins and Statement Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that complies with Part 15/Part 18 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

344 Customer Information Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call Transport Canada the Vehicle Safety Hotline Road Safety Branch Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 80 rue Noel (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 Reporting Safety Defects http://www.safercar.gov; or to the United States write to: Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Government Administrator, NHTSA If you believe that your vehicle 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Washington, D.C. 20590 Transport Canada) in a situation like has a defect which could cause this, notify General Motors. a crash or could cause injury or You can also obtain other death, you should immediately information about motor Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: inform the National Highway vehicle safety from Chevrolet Motor Division Traffic Safety Administration http://www.safercar.gov. Chevrolet Customer Assistance (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Center General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 If NHTSA receives similar to the Canadian complaints, it may open an Government In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 investigation, and if it finds that If you live in Canada, and you (French), or write: a safety defect exists in a group believe that the vehicle has a safety General Motors of Canada Limited of vehicles, it may order a recall defect, notify Transport Canada Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: and remedy campaign. immediately, and notify General CA1-163-005 Motors of Canada Limited. Call However, NHTSA cannot 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Transport Canada at become involved in individual Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 problems between you, your 1-800-333-0510 or write to: dealer, or General Motors. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

Customer Information 345 Vehicle Data Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a better understanding of the Recording and This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. Privacy main purpose of an EDR is to Note The vehicle has a number of record, in certain crash or near EDR data are recorded by your computers that record information crash-like situations, such as an air vehicle only if a non-trivial crash about the vehicle’s performance and bag deployment or hitting a road how it is driven. For example, the obstacle, data that will assist in situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal vehicle uses computer modules to understanding how a vehicle’s driving conditions and no personal monitor and control engine and systems performed. The EDR is data (e.g., name, gender, age, and electric drive unit performance, to designed to record data related to monitor the conditions for airbag vehicle dynamics and safety crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law deployment and to deploy them in a systems for a short period of time, enforcement, could combine the crash, and, if equipped, to provide typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR data with the type of antilock braking to help the driver EDR in this vehicle is designed to control the vehicle. These modules record such data as: personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash may store data to help the dealer . How various systems in your investigation. technician service the vehicle. vehicle were operating; Some modules may also store data To read data recorded by an EDR, about how the vehicle is operated, . Whether or not the driver and special equipment is required, and such as rate of fuel consumption or passenger safety belts were access to the vehicle or the EDR is average speed. These modules may buckled/fastened; needed. In addition to the vehicle retain personal preferences, such as . How far (if at all) the driver was manufacturer, other parties, such as radio presets, seat positions, and depressing the accelerator and/ law enforcement, that have the temperature settings. or brake pedal; and, special equipment, can read the information if they have access to . How fast the vehicle was traveling. the vehicle or the EDR. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar consent of the vehicle owner or, website. if the vehicle is leased, with the See OnStar Additional consent of the lessee; in response Information 0 351. to an official request by police or similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through Infotainment System the discovery process; or, as If the vehicle is equipped with a required by law. Data that GM navigation system as part of the collects or receives may also be infotainment system, use of the used for GM research needs or may system may result in the storage of be made available to others for destinations, addresses, telephone research purposes, where a need is numbers, and other trip information. shown and the data is not tied to a See the infotainment manual for specific vehicle or vehicle owner. information on stored data and for deletion instructions. OnStar® If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar® and has an active subscription, additional data may be collected through the OnStar system. This includes information about the vehicle’s operation; collisions involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle and its features; and, in certain situations, the location and approximate GPS speed of the vehicle. Refer to the Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

OnStar 347 OnStar Overview Conditions and Privacy Statement OnStar for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) OnStar Overview or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview ...... 347 The OnStar system status light is next to the OnStar buttons. If the OnStar Services status light is: Emergency ...... 348 Security ...... 348 . Solid Green: System is ready. Navigation ...... 348 = Voice Command Button . Flashing Green: On a call. Connections ...... 349 Q Blue OnStar Button Diagnostics ...... 351 . Red: Indicates a problem. > Red Emergency Button Q OnStar Additional Information . Off: System is off. Press OnStar Additional This vehicle may be equipped with a twice to speak with an OnStar Information ...... 351 comprehensive, in-vehicle system Advisor. that can connect to an OnStar Advisor for Emergency, Security, Press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR Navigation, Connections, and (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Diagnostics Services. OnStar Advisor. services may require a paid Press = to: subscription and data plan. OnStar requires the vehicle battery and . Make a call, end a call, electrical system, cellular service, or answer an incoming call. and GPS satellite signals to be . Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling available and operating. OnStar acts voice commands. as a link to existing emergency service providers. OnStar may . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn collect information about you and Navigation voice commands. your vehicle, including location information. See OnStar’s Terms & Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

348 OnStar . Obtain the Wi-Fi® hotspot name OnStar Services Security or SSID and password, if equipped. If equipped, OnStar provides these Emergency services: Press Q to connect to an Emergency Services require an . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: active, OnStar subscription plan OnStar Advisors can use GPS to . Verify account information or (excludes Basic Plan). With pinpoint the vehicle and help update contact information. Automatic Crash Response, built-in authorities quickly recover it. sensors can automatically alert a . Get driving directions. . With Remote Ignition Block, specially trained OnStar Advisor . Receive a Diagnostic check of if equipped, OnStar can block who is immediately connected in to the engine from being restarted. the vehicle's key operating the vehicle to help. systems. . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, Press > for a priority connection to . Receive Roadside Assistance. if equipped, OnStar can work an OnStar Advisor who can contact with law enforcement to . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, emergency service providers, direct gradually slow the vehicle down. if equipped. them to your exact location, and relay important information. Press > to get a priority connection Navigation to an OnStar Advisor available With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially OnStar navigation requires a 24/7 to: trained Advisors are available specific OnStar subscription plan. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to . Get help for an emergency. provide a central point of contact, Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn . Be a Good Samaritan or assistance, and information during a directions or have them sent to the respond to an AMBER Alert. crisis. vehicle’s navigation screen, if equipped. . Get assistance in severe With Roadside Assistance, Advisors weather or other crisis situations can locate a nearby service provider Turn-by-Turn Navigation and find evacuation routes. to help with a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty gas tank. 1. Press Q to connect to an Advisor. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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2. Request directions to be 2. Say “Repeat.” System Connections downloaded to the vehicle. responds with the last direction given, then responds with The following OnStar services help 3. Follow the voice-guided with staying connected. commands. “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Get My Destination For coverage maps, see Using Voice Commands www.onstar.com (U.S.) or During a Planned Route 1. Press =. System responds: www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar ready, then a tone. Cancel Route “ ” Ensuring Security 2. Say “Get my destination.” . Change the default passwords 1. Press =. System responds: System responds with the “OnStar ready,” then a tone. for the Wi-Fi hotspot and address and distance to the RemoteLink mobile application. 2. Say “Cancel route.” System destination, then responds with Make these passwords different responds: “Do you want to “OnStar ready,” then a tone. from each other and use a cancel directions?” Destination Download combination of letters, numbers, and symbols to increase the 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: Subscribers can have directions OK, request completed, thank security. “ sent to the vehicle’s navigation you, goodbye.” screen, if equipped. . Change the default name of the Route Preview SSID (Service Set Indentifier). Press Q, then ask the Advisor to This is your network’s name that 1. Press =. System responds: download directions to the vehicle’s is visible to other wireless “OnStar ready,” then a tone. navigation system, if equipped. After devices. Choose a unique name the call ends, the navigation screen and avoid family names or 2. Say Route preview. System “ ” will provide prompts to begin driving vehicle descriptions. responds with the next three directions. Routes that are sent to ® maneuvers. the navigation screen can only be OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) Repeat canceled through the navigation system. The vehicle may have a built-in 1. Press =. System responds: See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or Wi-Fi hotspot that provides access OnStar ready, then a tone. “ ” www.onstar.ca (Canada). to the Internet and web content at Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile OnStar Subscribers can access the Remote Services devices can be connected. A data following services from a mobile Contact an OnStar Advisor to plan is required. Use the in-vehicle device: unlock the doors or sound the horn controls only when it is safe to . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, and flash the lamps. do so. if factory-equipped. OnStar AtYourService 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped information, press =, wait for with automatic locks. OnStar Advisors can provide special the prompt, then say “Wi-Fi offers from restaurants and retailers . Activate the horn and lamps. settings.” On some vehicles, on your route, help locate hotels, touch Wi-Fi Settings on the . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil or book a room. screen. life, or tire pressure, OnStar Hands-Free Calling 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display if factory-equipped with the Tire the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), Pressure Monitor System. Make and receive calls with the password, and on some . Send directions to the vehicle. built-in wireless calling service, which requires available minutes. vehicles, the connection type . Locate the vehicle on a map (no Internet connection, 3G, (U.S. market only). Make a Call 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality (poor, good, excellent). . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot 1. Press =. System responds: on/off, manage settings, and “OnStar ready.” 3. To change the SSID or monitor data consumption, 2. Say “Call.” System responds: password, press Q or call if equipped. 1-888-4ONSTAR to connect “Call. Please say the name or For OnStar RemoteLink information with an Advisor. number to call.” and compatibility, see 3. Say the entire number without OnStar RemoteLink® Mobile App www.onstar.com (U.S.) or pausing, including a “1” and the (If Equipped) www.onstar.ca (Canada). area code. System responds: Download the OnStar RemoteLink “OK, calling.” mobile app to select Apple® iOS, Android™, BlackBerry®, or Windows® mobile devices. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

OnStar 351 Calling 911 Emergency Diagnostics OnStar Additional 1. Press =. System responds: Advanced Diagnostics provides a Information “OnStar ready.” status of the vehicle’s key systems with a monthly e-mail or by pressing In-Vehicle Audio Messages 2. Say Call. System responds: “ ” Q. The Proactive Alerts feature (if Call. Please say the name or Audio messages may play important “ available) can help predict and alert number to call. information at the following times: ” of potential upcoming maintenance 3. Say “911” without pausing. issues with select components on . Prior to vehicle purchase. Press System responds: “911.” the vehicle, before they become a Q to set up an account. problem. 4. Say “Call.” System responds: . With the OnStar Basic Plan, “OK, dialing 911.” OnStar can also monitor and report every 60 days. tire pressure, if the vehicle is Retrieve My Number . After change in ownership and equipped with a Tire Pressure at 90 days. 1. Press =. System responds: Monitoring System. Transferring Service “OnStar ready.” 2. Say “My number.” System Press Q to request account transfer responds: “Your OnStar eligibility information. The Advisor Hands-Free Calling number is,” can cancel or change account then says the number. information. End a Call Selling/Transferring the Vehicle Press =. System responds: “Call ended.” Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) immediately to Verify Minutes and Expiration terminate your OnStar services if the vehicle is disposed of, sold, Press = and say “Minutes” then transferred, or if the lease ends. “Verify” to check how many minutes remain and their expiration date. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Reactivation for Subsequent . Press Q to speak with an See Radio Frequency 0 Owners Advisor. Statement 343. Press Q and follow the prompts to OnStar services cannot work unless Services for People with speak to an Advisor as soon as the vehicle is in a place where Disabilities OnStar has an agreement with a possible. The Advisor will update Advisors provide services to help wireless service provider for service vehicle records and explain OnStar Subscribers with physical disabilities in that area. The wireless service service options. and medical conditions. provider must also have coverage, How OnStar Service Works network capacity, reception, and Press Q to help: Automatic Crash Response, technology compatible with OnStar services. Service involving location . Locate a gas station with an Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, attendant to pump gas. Stolen Vehicle Assistance, information about the vehicle cannot Advanced Diagnostics, Remote work unless GPS signals are . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., Services, Roadside Assistance, available, unobstructed, and that meets accessibility needs. compatible with the OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation, and . Provide directions to the closest hardware. OnStar services may not Hands-Free Calling are available on hospital or pharmacy in urgent work if the OnStar equipment is not most vehicles. Not all OnStar situations. services are available everywhere properly installed or it has not been or on all vehicles. For more properly maintained. If equipment or TTY Users software is added, connected, information, a full description of OnStar has the ability to OnStar services, system limitations, or modified, OnStar services may not work. Other problems beyond communicate to deaf, and OnStar terms and conditions: hard-of-hearing, or speech-impaired the control of OnStar — such as . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weather, customers while in the vehicle. The (1-888-466-7827). electrical system design and available dealer-installed TTY system can provide in-vehicle . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). architecture of the vehicle, damage to the vehicle in a crash, or wireless access to all OnStar services, . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). phone network congestion or except Virtual Advisor and OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation. . Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. jamming — may prevent service. Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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OnStar Personal Identification vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas five days, OnStar can contact Number (PIN) Cellular reception is required for Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to A PIN is needed to access some to help gain access to the vehicle. OnStar services. The PIN will need the vehicle. Do not place items over to be changed the first time when Global Positioning or near the antenna to prevent speaking with an Advisor. To System (GPS) blocking cellular and GPS signal change the OnStar PIN, contact an reception. . Obstruction of the GPS can OnStar Advisor by pressing Q or occur in a large city with tall Unable to Connect to OnStar calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. buildings; in parking garages; Message around airports; in tunnels and Warranty If there is limited cellular coverage underpasses; or in an area with or the cellular network has reached OnStar equipment may be very dense trees. If GPS signals maximum capacity, this message warranted as part of the vehicle are not available, the OnStar warranty. system should still operate to may come on. Press Q to try the call again or try again after driving a Languages call OnStar. However, OnStar could have difficulty identifying few miles into another cellular area. The vehicle can be programmed to the exact location. respond in multiple languages. Vehicle and Power Issues . In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar services require a vehicle Press Q and ask for an Advisor. can use the last stored GPS electrical system, wireless service, Advisors are available in English, location to send to emergency and GPS satellite technologies to be Spanish, and French. Available responders. languages may vary by country. available and operating for features A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems Potential Issues loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The OnStar cannot perform Remote discharged or disconnected. Advisor may give a verbal route or Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle may ask for a call back after the Assistance after the vehicle has vehicle is driven into an open area. been off continuously for five days without an ignition cycle. If the Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Add-on Electrical Equipment statement or separately disclosed at may unlawfully intercept or access the time of installation. These transmissions and private The OnStar system is integrated updates or changes may also cause communications without consent. into the electrical architecture of the a system to automatically vehicle. Do not add any electrical communicate with GM servers to OnStar - Software equipment. See Add-On Electrical collect information about vehicle Acknowledgements Equipment 0 225. Added electrical system status, identify whether equipment may interfere with the Certain OnStar components include updates or changes are available, operation of the OnStar system and libcurl and unzip software and other or deliver updates or changes. An cause it to not operate. third party software. Below are the active OnStar agreement constitutes notices and licenses associated with Vehicle Software Updates consent to these software updates libcurl and unzip and for other third or changes and agreement that OnStar or GM may remotely deliver party software please see http:// either OnStar or GM may remotely www.lg.com/global/support/ software updates or changes to the deliver them to the vehicle. vehicle without further notice or opensource/index and https:// consent. These updates or changes Privacy www.onstar.com/us/en/support/ may enhance or maintain safety, getdocuments.html The complete OnStar Privacy security, or the operation of the Statement may be found at libcurl: vehicle or the vehicle systems. www.onstar.com (U.S.), Software updates or changes may COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We affect or erase data or settings that NOTICE recommend that you review it. If you are stored in the vehicle, such as Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel have any questions, call OnStar Hands-Free Calling name Stenberg, . 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) tags, saved navigation destinations, All rights reserved. or pre-set radio stations. Neither or press Q to speak with an OnStar nor GM is responsible for Advisor. Users of wireless Permission to use, copy, modify, any affected or erased data or communications are cautioned that and distribute this software for any settings. These updates or changes the privacy of any information sent purpose with or without fee is may also collect personal via wireless cellular communications hereby granted, provided that the information. Such collection is cannot be assured. Third parties described in the OnStar privacy Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Index 357 Index A Airbags Accessories and Adding Equipment to the Modifications ...... 227 Vehicle ...... 72 Accessory Power ...... 175 Passenger Status Indicator . . . 108 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 225 Readiness Light ...... 107 Additional Information Servicing Airbag-Equipped OnStar® ...... 351 Vehicles ...... 72 Additional Maintenance System Check ...... 61 and Care ...... 323 Alarm Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...... 237 Vehicle Security ...... 42 Air Conditioning ...... 155 Alert Air Filter, Passenger Lane Change ...... 202 Compartment ...... 160 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 202 Air Vents ...... 160 All-Season Tires ...... 264 Airbag System Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 185 Check ...... 73 Warning Light ...... 111 How Does an Airbag Appearance Care Restrain? ...... 66 Exterior ...... 306 Passenger Sensing System . . . .68 Interior ...... 311 What Makes an Airbag Assistance Program, Inflate? ...... 66 Roadside ...... 337 What Will You See after an Assistance Systems for Airbag Inflates? ...... 66 Driving ...... 198 When Should an Airbag Assistance Systems for Inflate? ...... 65 Parking and Backing ...... 194 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 63 Automatic Climate Control System ...... 155 Door Locks ...... 39 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Automatic (cont'd) C Charging (cont'd) Headlamp System ...... 149 Calibration ...... 97 Utility Interruption ...... 219 B California Wireless ...... 98 Charging Status Screens ...... 208 Battery ...... 104 Fuel Requirements ...... 221 Charging System Light ...... 108 Power Protection ...... 153 Perchlorate Materials Check Battery - North America . . . .246, 297 Requirements ...... 227 Malfunction Indicator Battery and Charging California Engine Light ...... 109 Messages...... 130 Proposition Child Restraints Battery Gauge 65 Warning ...... 227, 246, 297 Infants and Young Children . . . . .75 High Voltage ...... 104 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... 2 Lower Anchors and Tethers Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 249 Capacities and for Children ...... 80 Brake Specifications ...... 330 Older Children ...... 74 Parking, Electric ...... 186 Carbon Monoxide Securing ...... 87, 89 System Warning Light ...... 110 Engine Exhaust ...... 183 Systems ...... 77 Brakes ...... 244 Hatch ...... 41 Cleaning Antilock ...... 185 Winter Driving ...... 168 Exterior Care ...... 306 Fluid ...... 245 Cargo Interior Care ...... 311 Regenerative Braking ...... 188 Cover ...... 93 Climate Control Systems System Messages ...... 131 Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3 Automatic ...... 155 Braking ...... 164 Center Console Storage ...... 93 Clock ...... 97 Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 172 Center Stack Display ...... 116 Cluster, Instrument ...... 100 Bulb Replacement ...... 253 Chains, Tire ...... 283 Collision Damage Repair ...... 340 Halogen Bulbs ...... 250 Charge Cord ...... 213 Compact Spare Tire ...... 296 Headlamp Aiming ...... 250 Charging Compartments Headlamps ...... 250, 251 Delay Override ...... 208 Storage ...... 92 License Plate Lamps ...... 252 Electrical Requirements ...... 220 Compass ...... 97 Taillamps ...... 251 Plug-In ...... 206 Messages ...... 131 Buying New Tires ...... 278 Programmable ...... 118 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . 285 Customer Satisfaction Driver Information Connections Procedure ...... 333 Center (DIC) ...... 128 ® OnStar ...... 349 D Driver Mode Control ...... 191 Control Driver Selected Operating Damage Repair, Collision ...... 340 Traction and Electronic Modes ...... 178 Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3 Stability ...... 189 Driving Data Recorders, Event ...... 345 Control of a Vehicle ...... 164 Assistance Systems ...... 198 Daytime Running Convex Mirrors ...... 44 Defensive ...... 164 Lamps (DRL) ...... 149 Coolant Drunk ...... 164 Defensive Driving ...... 164 Engine ...... 241 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 167 Delayed Charging Override . . . . . 208 Engine Temperature If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 169 Delayed Locking ...... 39 Warning Light ...... 114 Loss of Control ...... 166 Diagnostics Cooling System ...... 238 240 Off-Road Recovery ...... 165 – OnStar® ...... 351 Engine Messages ...... 132 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 169 Display Courtesy Transportation Wet Roads ...... 166 Center Stack ...... 116 Program ...... 339 Winter ...... 168 Distracted Driving ...... 163 Cover Driving for Better Energy Dome Lamps ...... 152 Cargo ...... 93 Efficiency ...... 25 Door Cruise Control ...... 191 Ajar Light ...... 116 E Light ...... 116 Ajar Messages ...... 131 Electric Drive Unit ...... 184 Messages ...... 131 Delayed Locking ...... 39 Electric Drive Unit Messages . . . 132 Customer Assistance ...... 336 Locks ...... 37 Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock Offices ...... 335 Power Locks ...... 39 Control Function Check ...... 248 Text Telephone (TTY) Drive Belt Routing, Engine ...... 332 Electric Mode ...... 177 Users ...... 336 Drive Unit Electric Parking Brake ...... 186 Customer Information Electric ...... 184 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . 111 Service Publications Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 194 Electrical Equipment, Ordering Information ...... 342 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...... 105 Add-On ...... 225 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Electrical Requirements for Engine (cont'd) Frequency Statement Battery Charging ...... 220 Oil Messages ...... 132 Radio ...... 343 Electrical System Oil Pressure Light ...... 114 Front Automatic Braking Engine Compartment Fuse Overheating ...... 243 (FAB) System ...... 200 Block ...... 254 Running While Parked ...... 183 Front Seats Instrument Panel Fuse Engine Unavailable Adjustment ...... 51 Block ...... 258 Out of Fuel ...... 180 Heated ...... 53 Overload ...... 253 Entry Lighting ...... 153 Fuel ...... 221 Rear Compartment Fuse Event Data Recorders ...... 345 Additives ...... 222 Block ...... 261 Exit Lighting ...... 153 Filling a Portable Fuel Emergency Extended Range Mode ...... 177 Container ...... 224 OnStar® ...... 348 Extender, Safety Belt ...... 60 Filling the Tank ...... 222 Energy Efficiency Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 147 Foreign Countries ...... 222 Driving ...... 25 F Gauge ...... 104 Energy Information ...... 127 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 115 Filter, Engine Requirements, California . . . . . 221 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 237 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 237 System Messages ...... 133 Flash-to-Pass ...... 149 Check and Service Engine Function Check Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 150 Soon Light ...... 109 Electric Drive Unit Shift Flat Tire ...... 283 Compartment Overview ...... 233 Lock Control ...... 248 Changing ...... 291 Coolant ...... 241 Fuses Floor Mats ...... 314 Coolant Temperature Engine Compartment Fuse Fluid Warning Light ...... 114 Block ...... 254 Brakes ...... 245 Cooling System ...... 238 240 Instrument Panel Fuse – Washer ...... 244 Cooling System Messages . . . 132 Block ...... 258 Folding Mirrors ...... 45 Drive Belt Routing ...... 332 Rear Compartment Fuse Forward Collision Alert Exhaust ...... 183 Block ...... 261 (FCA) System ...... 198 Oil Life System ...... 236 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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G Headlamps (cont'd) I Gauges Daytime Running Immobilizer ...... 43 Battery ...... 104 Lamps (DRL) ...... 149 Indicator Driver Efficiency ...... 105 Flash-to-Pass ...... 149 Vehicle Ahead ...... 113 Fuel ...... 104 High-Beam On Light ...... 115 Infants and Young Children, Odometer ...... 104 High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 149 Restraints ...... 75 Power Indicator ...... 106 Lamps On Reminder ...... 116 Information Speedometer ...... 103 Heated Energy ...... 127 Trip Odometer ...... 104 Rear Seats ...... 55 Infotainment ...... 154 Warning Lights and Steering Wheel ...... 95 Infotainment System ...... 346 Indicators ...... 100 Heated Front Seats ...... 53 Instrument Cluster ...... 100 General Information Heated Mirrors ...... 45 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 45 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 316 Heating and Air Conditioning . . . 155 Introduction ...... 2 High Voltage Battery Gauge . . . . 104 Towing ...... 225 J Vehicle Care ...... 227 High Voltage Devices and Jump Starting - North Glove Box ...... 92 Wiring ...... 253 America ...... 297 GM Mobility Reimbursement High-Beam On Light ...... 115 Program ...... 337 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 167 K Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 187 Key and Lock Messages ...... 133 H Hold Mode Light ...... 112 Keyless Entry Halogen Bulbs ...... 250 Hood ...... 231 Remote (RKE) System ...... 29 Hatch ...... 41 Horn ...... 96 Keys ...... 28 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 150 How to Wear Safety Belts Head Restraints ...... 49 L Properly ...... 57 Headlamps ...... 251 Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 265 Aiming ...... 250 Lamps Automatic ...... 149 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 149 Bulb Replacement ...... 250 Dome ...... 152 Exterior Controls ...... 147 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Lamps (cont'd) Lighting (cont'd) Lights (cont'd) License Plate ...... 252 LED ...... 250 Traction Off ...... 113 Malfunction Indicator ...... 109 Lights ...... 112 Locks Messages ...... 134 Airbag Readiness ...... 107 Automatic Door ...... 39 On Reminder ...... 116 Antilock Brake System Delayed Locking ...... 39 Reading ...... 152 (ABS) Warning ...... 111 Door ...... 37 Taillamps ...... 251 Brake System Warning ...... 110 Lockout Protection ...... 39 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 202 Charging System ...... 108 Power Door ...... 39 Lane Departure Cruise Control ...... 116 Safety ...... 40 Warning (LDW) ...... 204 Door Ajar ...... 116 Loss of Control ...... 166 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 204 Electric Parking Brake ...... 111 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 115 Lane Keep Assist Light ...... 112 Engine Coolant Low-Profile Tires ...... 265 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 58 Temperature Warning ...... 114 Lower Anchors and Tethers LATCH System Engine Oil Pressure ...... 114 for Children (LATCH Replacing Parts after a Flash-to-Pass ...... 149 System) ...... 80 Crash ...... 86 High-Beam On ...... 115 M LATCH, Lower Anchors and High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 149 Maintenance Tethers for Children ...... 80 Low Fuel Warning ...... 115 Records ...... 328 LED Lighting ...... 250 Mountain Mode ...... 112 Maintenance and Care Lifting the Vehicle, Tires ...... 228 Safety Belt Reminders ...... 106 Additional ...... 323 Light Security ...... 115 Maintenance Modes ...... 181 Hold Mode ...... 112 Service Electric Parking Maintenance Schedule ...... 317 Ready Indicator ...... 115 Brake ...... 111 Recommended Fluids and Vehicle Ready ...... 115 Sport Mode ...... 112 Lubricants ...... 326 Lighting StabiliTrak® OFF ...... 113 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 109 Entry ...... 153 Tire Pressure ...... 114 Messages Exit ...... 153 Traction Control System Airbag System ...... 137 Illumination Control ...... 151 (TCS)/StabiliTrak® ...... 113 Brake System ...... 131 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Messages (cont'd) Mode ...... 191 Older Children, Restraints ...... 74 Compass ...... 131 Driver Control ...... 191 Online Owner Center ...... 336 Door Ajar ...... 131 Electric ...... 177 OnStar ...... 346 Electric Drive Unit ...... 132 Extended Range ...... 177 OnStar® Additional Engine Cooling System ...... 132 Hold Light ...... 112 Information ...... 351 Engine Oil ...... 132 Modes OnStar® Connections ...... 349 Fuel System ...... 133 Driver Selected ...... 178 OnStar® Diagnostics ...... 351 Key and Lock ...... 133 Maintenance ...... 181 OnStar® Emergency ...... 348 Lamp ...... 134 Monitor System, Tire OnStar® Navigation ...... 348 Object Detection System . . . . . 134 Pressure ...... 272 OnStar® Overview ...... 347 Propulsion Power ...... 136 Mountain Mode Light ...... 112 OnStar® Security ...... 348 Ride Control System ...... 136 N Ordering Security ...... 137 Service Publications ...... 342 Navigation Service Vehicle ...... 137 Out of Fuel/Engine OnStar® ...... 348 Starting the Vehicle ...... 137 Unavailable ...... 180 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 172 Tire ...... 138 Outlets Vehicle ...... 130 O Power ...... 98 Vehicle Reminder ...... 138 Object Detection System Overheating, Engine ...... 243 Vehicle Speed ...... 138 Messages ...... 134 P Mirrors Odometer ...... 104 Park Automatic Dimming Trip ...... 104 Shifting Into ...... 175 Rearview ...... 45 Off-Road Shifting Out of ...... 176 Convex ...... 44 Recovery ...... 165 Parking Folding ...... 45 Oil Brake and P (Park) Heated ...... 45 Engine ...... 234 Mechanism Check ...... 249 Manual Rearview ...... 45 Engine Oil Life System ...... 236 Over Things That Burn ...... 177 Power ...... 44 Messages ...... 132 Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 45 Pressure Light ...... 114 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Parking or Backing Proposition Replacement Parts (cont'd) Assistance Systems ...... 194 65 Warning, Maintenance ...... 327 Passenger Airbag Status California ...... 227, 246, 297 Replacing Airbag System ...... 73 Indicator ...... 108 Propulsion Power Messages . . . 136 Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash ...... 86 Passenger Compartment Air R Filter ...... 160 Replacing Safety Belt System Radio Frequency Statement . . . . 343 Passenger Sensing System . . . . . 68 Parts after a Crash ...... 61 Reading Lamps ...... 152 Perchlorate Materials Reporting Safety Defects Ready Indicator ...... 115 Requirements, California ...... 227 Canadian Government ...... 344 Rear Seats ...... 54 Personalization General Motors ...... 344 Heated ...... 55 Vehicle ...... 139 U.S. Government ...... 344 Rear Storage ...... 92 Plug-In Charging ...... 206 Requirements Rearview Mirrors ...... 45 Power Electrical Battery Charging . . . 220 Automatic Dimming ...... 45 Button ...... 172 Restraints Reclining Seatbacks ...... 51 Door Locks ...... 39 Where to Put ...... 79 Recommended Fluids and Flows ...... 117 Retained Accessory Lubricants ...... 326 Indicator Gauge ...... 106 Power (RAP) ...... 175 Records Mirrors ...... 44 Ride Control Systems Maintenance ...... 328 Outlets ...... 98 Messages ...... 136 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 304 Protection, Battery ...... 153 Roads Regenerative Braking ...... 188 Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 175 Driving, Wet ...... 166 Reimbursement Program, Windows ...... 46 Roadside Assistance GM Mobility ...... 337 Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts . . . 59 Program ...... 337 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Privacy Rotation, Tires ...... 276 System ...... 29 Vehicle Data Recording ...... 345 Routing, Engine Drive Belt ...... 332 Remote Start ...... 35 Program Running the Vehicle While Replacement Bulbs ...... 253 Courtesy Transportation ...... 339 Parked ...... 183 Replacement Parts Programmable Charging ...... 118 Airbags ...... 73 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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S Security (cont'd) Signals, Turn and Safety Belts ...... 56 Messages ...... 137 Lane-Change ...... 151 Care ...... 60 OnStar® ...... 348 Spare Tire Extender ...... 60 Vehicle ...... 42 Compact ...... 296 How to Wear Safety Belts Vehicle Alarm ...... 42 Special Application Services . . . . 323 Properly ...... 57 Service Specifications and Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 58 Accessories and Capacities ...... 330 Reminders ...... 106 Modifications ...... 227 Speedometer ...... 103 Replacing after a Crash ...... 61 Doing Your Own Work ...... 230 Sport Mode Light ...... 112 Use During Pregnancy ...... 59 Engine Soon Light ...... 109 StabiliTrak Safety Defects Reporting Maintenance Records ...... 328 OFF Light ...... 113 Canadian Government ...... 344 Maintenance, General Start General Motors ...... 344 Information ...... 316 Remote ...... 35 U.S. Government ...... 344 Parts Identification Label . . . . . 329 Start Assist, Hills ...... 187 Safety Locks ...... 40 Publications Ordering Starting and Stopping the Safety System Check ...... 60 Information ...... 342 Vehicle ...... 174 Scheduling Appointments ...... 339 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 339 Starting the Vehicle Sealant Kit, Tire ...... 285 Vehicle Messages ...... 137 Messages ...... 137 Seats Service Electric Parking Status Screens Adjustment, Front ...... 51 Brake Light ...... 111 Charging ...... 208 Head Restraints ...... 49 Services Steering ...... 165 Heated Front ...... 53 Special Application ...... 323 Heated Wheel ...... 95 Heated, Rear ...... 55 Servicing the Airbag ...... 72 Wheel Adjustment ...... 95 Rear ...... 54 Shifting Wheel Controls ...... 95 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 51 Into Park ...... 175 Storage Securing Child Restraints . . . . 87, 89 Out of Park ...... 176 Rear ...... 92 Security Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 202 Storage Areas Light ...... 115 Cargo Cover ...... 93 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Storage Areas (cont'd) Tires (cont'd) Towing Center Console ...... 93 Compact Spare ...... 296 General Information ...... 225 Glove Box ...... 92 Designations ...... 267 Recreational Vehicle ...... 304 Storage Compartments ...... 92 Different Size ...... 279 Vehicle ...... 303 Storing the Tire Sealant and If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 283 Traction Compressor Kit ...... 291 Inspection ...... 276 Control System (TCS)/ Stuck Vehicle ...... 169 Lifting the Vehicle ...... 228 StabiliTrak® Light ...... 113 Sun Visors ...... 48 Low Profile ...... 265 Off Light ...... 113 Symbols ...... 3 Messages ...... 138 Traction Control/Electronic System Pressure Light ...... 114 Stability Control ...... 189 Forward Collision Pressure Monitor Operation . . 273 Transportation Program, Alert (FCA) ...... 198 Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 272 Courtesy ...... 339 Infotainment ...... 154, 346 Rotation ...... 276 Trip Odometer ...... 104 System Operation Sealant and Turn and Lane-Change Electric Vehicle ...... 177 Compressor Kit ...... 285 Signals ...... 151 Systems Sealant and Compressor U Driver Assistance ...... 194 Kit, Storing ...... 291 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 280 Sidewall Labeling ...... 265 T Using This Manual ...... 2 Terminology and Definitions . . 268 Taillamps ...... 251 Utility Interruption of Uniform Tire Quality Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 336 Charging ...... 219 Grading ...... 280 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 43 Wheel Alignment and Tire V Immobilizer ...... 43 Balance ...... 281 Vehicle Time ...... 97 Wheel Replacement ...... 281 Alarm System ...... 42 Tires ...... 263 When It Is Time for New Canadian Owners ...... 2 All-Season ...... 264 Tires ...... 277 Control ...... 164 Buying New Tires ...... 278 Winter ...... 264 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 329 Chains ...... 283 Load Limits ...... 169 Changing ...... 291 Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico- 9159388) - 2016 - crc - 10/21/15

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Vehicle (cont'd) Warnings Messages ...... 130 Hazard Flashers ...... 150 Personalization ...... 139 Washer Fluid ...... 244 Reminder Messages ...... 138 Wheels Security ...... 42 Alignment and Tire Balance . . 281 Speed Messages ...... 138 Different Size ...... 279 Starting and Stopping ...... 174 Replacement ...... 281 Towing ...... 303 When It Is Time for New Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 113 Tires ...... 277 Vehicle Care Where to Put the Restraint ...... 79 Storing the Tire Sealant Windows ...... 45 and Compressor Kit ...... 291 Power ...... 46 Tire Pressure ...... 270 Windshield Vehicle Data Recording and Wiper/Washer ...... 96 Privacy ...... 345 Winter Vehicle Ready Light ...... 115 Driving ...... 168 Ventilation, Air ...... 160 Winter Tires ...... 264 Visors ...... 48 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 249 Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 253 Wireless Charging ...... 98 W Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 253 Warning Brake System Light ...... 110 Caution and Danger ...... 3 Lane Departure (LDW) ...... 204 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...... 100