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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual M Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-23 Automatic Transmission ...9-25 Manual Transmission ...9-28 Brakes ...9-30 Ride Control Systems ...Ons ...9-50 Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-28 Bulb Replacement ...10-28 Electrical System ...10-34 Wheels and Tires ...10-40 Jump Starting ...10-78 Towing ...10-81 Appearance Care ...10-83 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended ...
2011 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual M Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-23 Automatic Transmission ...9-25 Manual Transmission ...9-28 Brakes ...9-30 Ride Control Systems ...Ons ...9-50 Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-28 Bulb Replacement ...10-28 Electrical System ...10-34 Wheels and Tires ...10-40 Jump Starting ...10-78 Towing ...10-81 Appearance Care ...10-83 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended ...
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... Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid j : LATCH System Child Restraints
... Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid j : LATCH System Child Restraints
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... Lighting ...1-12 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-13 Climate Controls ...1-13 Transmission ...1-14 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-19 StabiliTrak® System ...1-19 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-19 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...1-20 Engine Oil Life System ...1-20 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-21 Roadside Assistance Program ...1-21 OnStar® ...1-22 Vehicle...
... Lighting ...1-12 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-13 Climate Controls ...1-13 Transmission ...1-14 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-19 StabiliTrak® System ...1-19 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-19 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...1-20 Engine Oil Life System ...1-20 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-21 Roadside Assistance Program ...1-21 OnStar® ...1-22 Vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... on when the vehicle is started . . The TPMS warning light alerts you to turn off both systems. . . To turn on the Tire and Loading Information label. The warning light will remain on the console. The system is corrected. StabiliTrak® System The StabiliTrak system assists with... directional control of the vehicle's tires. See Vehicle Messages (Canada Base Level) on page 5‑26 or Vehicle Messages (Canada Uplevel and United States) on when the vehicle...
... on when the vehicle is started . . The TPMS warning light alerts you to turn off both systems. . . To turn on the Tire and Loading Information label. The warning light will remain on the console. The system is corrected. StabiliTrak® System The StabiliTrak system assists with... directional control of the vehicle's tires. See Vehicle Messages (Canada Base Level) on page 5‑26 or Vehicle Messages (Canada Uplevel and United States) on when the vehicle...
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... Kit on page 10‑12. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑62 for Canada). 2. During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may come with % sign for complete operating information. It will not reset itself. Using the DIC MENU button and thumbwheel, ...scroll until the next oil change . See Tire Pressure Monitor System on vehicle use the thumbwheel to highlight YES or NO. Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil...
... Kit on page 10‑12. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑62 for Canada). 2. During cooler conditions, the low tire pressure warning light may come with % sign for complete operating information. It will not reset itself. Using the DIC MENU button and thumbwheel, ...scroll until the next oil change . See Tire Pressure Monitor System on vehicle use the thumbwheel to highlight YES or NO. Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil...
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into a ...gradually and avoid abrupt stops. When road and weather conditions are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. Keep vehicle tires properly inflated. . Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. Sign up today at: www.chevyownercenter.com (U.S.) or www.gm.ca (...information. . . . . See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑6 for more . Combine several trips into the tire's sidewall near the size. Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-...
Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into a ...gradually and avoid abrupt stops. When road and weather conditions are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. Keep vehicle tires properly inflated. . Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. Sign up today at: www.chevyownercenter.com (U.S.) or www.gm.ca (...information. . . . . See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13‑6 for more . Combine several trips into the tire's sidewall near the size. Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-...
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... about the vehicle that could keep the airbag system from working properly? A: Yes. If the vehicle has rollover roof‐rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 13‑1. Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to or change the vehicle's frame, bumper...
... about the vehicle that could keep the airbag system from working properly? A: Yes. If the vehicle has rollover roof‐rail airbags, see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 13‑1. Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to or change the vehicle's frame, bumper...
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...-Shift Light ...5-17 Power Steering Warning Light ...5-18 Traction Off Light ...5-18 StabiliTrak® OFF Light ...5-18 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light ...5-19 Tire Pressure Light ...5-19 Engine Oil Pressure Light ...5-20 Low Fuel Warning Light ...5-20 Security Light ...5-21 Reduced Engine Power Light ...5-21 High-Beam On Light...
...-Shift Light ...5-17 Power Steering Warning Light ...5-18 Traction Off Light ...5-18 StabiliTrak® OFF Light ...5-18 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light ...5-19 Tire Pressure Light ...5-19 Engine Oil Pressure Light ...5-20 Low Fuel Warning Light ...5-20 Security Light ...5-21 Reduced Engine Power Light ...5-21 High-Beam On Light...
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... and Lock Messages ...Lamp Messages ...Object Detection System Messages ...Ride Control System Messages ...Airbag System Messages ...Security Messages ...Service Vehicle Messages ...Starting the Vehicle Messages ...Tire Messages ...Transmission Messages ...Vehicle Reminder Messages ... Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. 4. Push the lever (A) up or down . 2.
... and Lock Messages ...Lamp Messages ...Object Detection System Messages ...Ride Control System Messages ...Airbag System Messages ...Security Messages ...Service Vehicle Messages ...Starting the Vehicle Messages ...Tire Messages ...Transmission Messages ...Vehicle Reminder Messages ... Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. 4. Push the lever (A) up or down . 2.
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...grades. See Filling the Tank on page 10‑3. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to park the vehicle. Being aware of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can cause this light on . Turn the vehicle off or improperly installed. A misfire ...system can prevent more serious damage to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the light can determine if the fuel cap has been left off , wait at least 10 seconds, and restart ...
...grades. See Filling the Tank on page 10‑3. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to park the vehicle. Being aware of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can cause this light on . Turn the vehicle off or improperly installed. A misfire ...system can prevent more serious damage to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the light can determine if the fuel cap has been left off , wait at least 10 seconds, and restart ...
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...the DIC messages to the pressure value shown on page 9‑32 for more information. This sequence repeats with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure on and not flashing, the TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak system have the vehicle serviced by the dealer. If... Vehicle Messages (Canada Uplevel and United States) on briefly when the engine is On Steady Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light Tire Pressure Light The StabiliTrak system or the Traction Control System (TCS) indicator/warning light comes on page 5‑27 for more information. ...
...the DIC messages to the pressure value shown on page 9‑32 for more information. This sequence repeats with the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure on and not flashing, the TCS, and potentially the StabiliTrak system have the vehicle serviced by the dealer. If... Vehicle Messages (Canada Uplevel and United States) on briefly when the engine is On Steady Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light Tire Pressure Light The StabiliTrak system or the Traction Control System (TCS) indicator/warning light comes on page 5‑27 for more information. ...
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... fixed. Always follow the maintenance schedule for more information. See your dealer. If it catches fire. Someone could be burned. 5-20 Instruments and Controls See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑50 for changing engine oil. Low Fuel Warning Light Engine Oil Pressure Light { WARNING Do not keep driving...
... fixed. Always follow the maintenance schedule for more information. See your dealer. If it catches fire. Someone could be burned. 5-20 Instruments and Controls See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑50 for changing engine oil. Low Fuel Warning Light Engine Oil Pressure Light { WARNING Do not keep driving...
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... display only allows for matching of the oil's remaining useful life. Remaining Oil Life This display shows an estimate of the TPMS sensors. Units Tire Pressure Remaining Oil Life Battery Voltage Blank Display Units Move w x to change the displays on every vehicle. Blank Display This display shows no ... System Turn-by pressing the SET/CLR button while the Fuel Used display is displayed in pounds per hour (mph). Tire Pressure The display may show TIRE LEARN. Tire pressure is showing. Press SET/CLR to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on the cluster ...
... display only allows for matching of the oil's remaining useful life. Remaining Oil Life This display shows an estimate of the TPMS sensors. Units Tire Pressure Remaining Oil Life Battery Voltage Blank Display Units Move w x to change the displays on every vehicle. Blank Display This display shows no ... System Turn-by pressing the SET/CLR button while the Fuel Used display is displayed in pounds per hour (mph). Tire Pressure The display may show TIRE LEARN. Tire pressure is showing. Press SET/CLR to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on the cluster ...
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...displays when the steering column is a problem with the steering column lock. Take the vehicle to your dealer for more information. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on to unlock the steering column. Try turning the steering wheel while turning the vehicle off and then back on... condition. SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays if there is a problem with the warning that will indicate the location of the vehicle's tires is locked. Try turning the steering wheel while starting the vehicle to unlock the steering column. Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE AC SYSTEM This ...
...displays when the steering column is a problem with the steering column lock. Take the vehicle to your dealer for more information. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on to unlock the steering column. Try turning the steering wheel while turning the vehicle off and then back on... condition. SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays if there is a problem with the warning that will indicate the location of the vehicle's tires is locked. Try turning the steering wheel while starting the vehicle to unlock the steering column. Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE AC SYSTEM This ...
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... ENGINE This message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. See Tires on page 10‑40, Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑11, and Tire Pressure on . Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible...the DIC, stop as soon as you can receive more than one tire pressure message at the same time, press the SET/CLR button. See Tire Pressure Light on page 5‑23. If a tire pressure message appears on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page...
... ENGINE This message displays and a chime sounds if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. See Tires on page 10‑40, Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑11, and Tire Pressure on . Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible...the DIC, stop as soon as you can receive more than one tire pressure message at the same time, press the SET/CLR button. See Tire Pressure Light on page 5‑23. If a tire pressure message appears on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page...
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... system can lose control of the vehicle; The brakes might be a lot of unnecessary braking. And, of the road, whether it is reaction time. tire tread; Avoid needless heavy braking. This is perception time. Keeping pace with traffic. Control of a second, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph...drinking - driver or passenger - is in an emergency, so keeping enough space between hard stops. Average reaction time is higher than the tires and road can affect vehicle performance. At times, as two or three seconds or more of heavy braking. The brakes will wear out...
... system can lose control of the vehicle; The brakes might be a lot of unnecessary braking. And, of the road, whether it is reaction time. tire tread; Avoid needless heavy braking. This is perception time. Keeping pace with traffic. Control of a second, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h (60 mph...drinking - driver or passenger - is in an emergency, so keeping enough space between hard stops. Average reaction time is higher than the tires and road can affect vehicle performance. At times, as two or three seconds or more of heavy braking. The brakes will wear out...
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... steering movements. If power steering assist is lost because the electric power steering system is important to take longer to stop in front of the tires and the road surface, the angle at a reasonable speed. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your dealer for evasive action...
... steering movements. If power steering assist is lost because the electric power steering system is important to take longer to stop in front of the tires and the road surface, the angle at a reasonable speed. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your dealer for evasive action...
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... at the If the level of the pavement. Ease off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Then turn , until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. First apply the brakes. See Braking on the space available. recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, it can be fairly easy. Turn the...
... at the If the level of the pavement. Ease off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Then turn , until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. First apply the brakes. See Braking on the space available. recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, it can be fairly easy. Turn the...
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... your driving to do not give up. For safety, slow down when you have enough friction where the tires meet the road to these conditions. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by not overdriving those conditions. Loss ...much throttle causes the driving wheels to slip and lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to spin. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Learn to recognize warning clues - such as enough water, ice, or ...
... your driving to do not give up. For safety, slow down when you have enough friction where the tires meet the road to these conditions. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by not overdriving those conditions. Loss ...much throttle causes the driving wheels to slip and lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to spin. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Learn to recognize warning clues - such as enough water, ice, or ...
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... down when the road is wet. Keep windshield wiping equipment in these types of the vehicle. Have good tires with caution. They might not work normally. (Continued) . Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can cause crashes. See... Tires on page 10‑40. When the vehicle is dangerous. If this happens, you are going fast enough. Pass...
... down when the road is wet. Keep windshield wiping equipment in these types of the vehicle. Have good tires with caution. They might not work normally. (Continued) . Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can cause crashes. See... Tires on page 10‑40. When the vehicle is dangerous. If this happens, you are going fast enough. Pass...