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2011 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Battery and Efficiency...1-18 Performance and Maintenance ...1-23 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-12 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-15 Interior Mirrors ...2-16 ...
2011 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Battery and Efficiency...1-18 Performance and Maintenance ...1-23 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-12 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-15 Interior Mirrors ...2-16 ...
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... y : Fault g : First Responder . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer LATCH System Child Restraints _: j: High Voltage Light A : Charge Port Door " : Charging System (12‐Volt Battery) I : Cruise Control f : Electric Parking Brake d : Electronic Stability Control (ESC) [ : Leaf * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power B : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor...
... y : Fault g : First Responder . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer LATCH System Child Restraints _: j: High Voltage Light A : Charge Port Door " : Charging System (12‐Volt Battery) I : Cruise Control f : Electric Parking Brake d : Electronic Stability Control (ESC) [ : Leaf * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power B : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor...
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... ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Heated Seats ...1-8 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-9 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Battery and Efficiency High Voltage Safety Information ...Charging ...Fueling ...Total Vehicle Range ...Regenerative Braking ...Service ...1-18 1-18 1-21 1-22 1-22 1-23
... ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-6 Heated Seats ...1-8 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belts ...1-9 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-10 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-11 Battery and Efficiency High Voltage Safety Information ...Charging ...Fueling ...Total Vehicle Range ...Regenerative Braking ...Service ...1-18 1-18 1-21 1-22 1-22 1-23
Owner's Manual
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... labels. Do not remove, open, take apart, or modify these components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering. This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12‐volt battery. The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in a crash, the sensing system may run fans and pumps that the vehicle be plugged in . See...
... labels. Do not remove, open, take apart, or modify these components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering. This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12‐volt battery. The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in a crash, the sensing system may run fans and pumps that the vehicle be plugged in . See...
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... kit (C). The charge port door may form around the charge port door. Remove ice from the vehicle. See Charge Cord on page 9‑54 for Battery Charging on page 9‑56. The charge port door can also be opened using the RKE transmitter. With the vehicle in P (Park), press the button...
... kit (C). The charge port door may form around the charge port door. Remove ice from the vehicle. See Charge Cord on page 9‑54 for Battery Charging on page 9‑56. The charge port door can also be opened using the RKE transmitter. With the vehicle in P (Park), press the button...
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... the fuel cap counterclockwise to increased energy efficiency. After refueling, reinstall the fuel cap by turning it clockwise until it back into the high voltage battery system, contributing to remove. If refueling more than 30 minutes, push the fuel door button again. 4. 1-22 In Brief 3.
... the fuel cap counterclockwise to increased energy efficiency. After refueling, reinstall the fuel cap by turning it clockwise until it back into the high voltage battery system, contributing to remove. If refueling more than 30 minutes, push the fuel door button again. 4. 1-22 In Brief 3.
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... excess cargo in the vehicle affects efficiency and range. Heating the seat uses less energy than is the least energy efficient. . . Maintenance Always keep the battery temperature ready for moderate air conditioning and heater operation and is the next most energy efficient setting as long as 0 is achieved with the windows...
... excess cargo in the vehicle affects efficiency and range. Heating the seat uses less energy than is the least energy efficient. . . Maintenance Always keep the battery temperature ready for moderate air conditioning and heater operation and is the next most energy efficient setting as long as 0 is achieved with the windows...
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OnStar service is in good working electrical system and adequate 12‐volt battery power for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with the OnStar hardware. Service involving ...
OnStar service is in good working electrical system and adequate 12‐volt battery power for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with the OnStar hardware. Service involving ...
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...is enabled through the vehicle personalization. Q (Lock): Press to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle. Check the location. See "Battery Replacement" later in mind that other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules ... technician for information regarding Part 15 of the transmitter. Check the distance. The transmitter may be blocking the signal. Check the transmitter's battery. Keep in this section. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑13. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑13...
...is enabled through the vehicle personalization. Q (Lock): Press to 60 m (195 ft) away from the vehicle. Check the location. See "Battery Replacement" later in mind that other conditions, such as those previously stated, can impact the performance of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules ... technician for information regarding Part 15 of the transmitter. Check the distance. The transmitter may be blocking the signal. Check the transmitter's battery. Keep in this section. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑13. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑13...
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... or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the POWER O button on page 9‑18 for additional information. To replace the battery: 1. Remove the used battery. Avoid touching the circuit board to start the vehicle: 1. Open the instrument panel storage and remove the rubber mat. 2. See Power...key blade and place the blade into the slot. 3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down toward the base. 4. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. 2-7 Battery Replacement Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the back of the transmitter...
... or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and the POWER O button on page 9‑18 for additional information. To replace the battery: 1. Remove the used battery. Avoid touching the circuit board to start the vehicle: 1. Open the instrument panel storage and remove the rubber mat. 2. See Power...key blade and place the blade into the slot. 3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down toward the base. 4. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. 2-7 Battery Replacement Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the back of the transmitter...
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... default to support this feature has been enabled through vehicle personalization, the heated seats will be provided from the utility, not from the high voltage battery. . . Shutting the vehicle off in , much of features that remotely start feature to electric range. If the vehicle is not plugged into an electrical outlet...
... default to support this feature has been enabled through vehicle personalization, the heated seats will be provided from the utility, not from the high voltage battery. . . Shutting the vehicle off in , much of features that remotely start feature to electric range. If the vehicle is not plugged into an electrical outlet...
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...help prevent this from outside the vehicle. A second remote start may not occur include: . . Vehicle propulsion system or high voltage battery fault conditions. Passengers, especially children, can be dangerous. . To lock or unlock the door, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)... or the key from happening. . . . Use the door lock knob or switch from heat stroke. Low engine oil pressure. High voltage battery fault conditions. . Outsiders can suffer permanent injuries or even death from inside the vehicle. A child can easily open hood. Door Locks WARNING ...
...help prevent this from outside the vehicle. A second remote start may not occur include: . . Vehicle propulsion system or high voltage battery fault conditions. Passengers, especially children, can be dangerous. . To lock or unlock the door, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)... or the key from happening. . . . Use the door lock knob or switch from heat stroke. Low engine oil pressure. High voltage battery fault conditions. . Outsiders can suffer permanent injuries or even death from inside the vehicle. A child can easily open hood. Door Locks WARNING ...
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... up feature allow the window to be lowered or raised without holding the switch. In this mode, the window can be necessary if the 12-volt battery has been disconnected or discharged. Close all doors with an express-down all the way up is removed. Repeat for as long as severe icing...
... up feature allow the window to be lowered or raised without holding the switch. In this mode, the window can be necessary if the 12-volt battery has been disconnected or discharged. Close all doors with an express-down all the way up is removed. Repeat for as long as severe icing...
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... Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13‑12. { WARNING For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the 12‐volt battery is qualified to do so. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you add things that could...
... Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13‑12. { WARNING For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the 12‐volt battery is qualified to do so. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you add things that could...
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..., and Indicators Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-9 Instrument Cluster ...5-9 Speedometer ...5-15 Odometer ...5-15 Trip Odometer ...5-15 Compass ...5-16 Battery Gauge (High Voltage) ...5-16 Fuel Gauge ...5-16 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...5-17 Total Vehicle Range ...5-17 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-18 Airbag ...Readiness Light ...5-19 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...5-20 Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) ...5-21 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-21 Brake System Warning Light ...5-24 Electric Parking Brake Light ...5-25 Service Electric...
..., and Indicators Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...5-9 Instrument Cluster ...5-9 Speedometer ...5-15 Odometer ...5-15 Trip Odometer ...5-15 Compass ...5-16 Battery Gauge (High Voltage) ...5-16 Fuel Gauge ...5-16 Driver Efficiency Gauge ...5-17 Total Vehicle Range ...5-17 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-18 Airbag ...Readiness Light ...5-19 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...5-20 Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) ...5-21 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-21 Brake System Warning Light ...5-24 Electric Parking Brake Light ...5-25 Service Electric...
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... Messages ...Starting the Vehicle Messages ...Tire Messages ...Vehicle Speed Messages ...Washer Fluid Messages ...5-50 5-51 5-51 5-51 5-52 5-52 5-53 5-53 Vehicle Messages Vehicle Messages ...Battery and Charging Messages ...Brake System Messages ...Cruise Control Messages ...Door Ajar Messages ...Drive Mode Messages ...Electric Drive Unit Messages ...Engine Cooling System Messages ...Engine Oil...
... Messages ...Starting the Vehicle Messages ...Tire Messages ...Vehicle Speed Messages ...Washer Fluid Messages ...5-50 5-51 5-51 5-51 5-52 5-52 5-53 5-53 Vehicle Messages Vehicle Messages ...Battery and Charging Messages ...Brake System Messages ...Cruise Control Messages ...Door Ajar Messages ...Drive Mode Messages ...Electric Drive Unit Messages ...Engine Cooling System Messages ...Engine Oil...
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... is wrong before starting the vehicle. A CHARGING OVERRIDE/ INTERRUPTION OCCURRED message may not be a problem, check the section that includes electric range, charging, odometer, and battery status. If a problem is opened, and following the welcome animation, before it becomes serious enough to do repairs can cause damage not covered by the...
... is wrong before starting the vehicle. A CHARGING OVERRIDE/ INTERRUPTION OCCURRED message may not be a problem, check the section that includes electric range, charging, odometer, and battery status. If a problem is opened, and following the welcome animation, before it becomes serious enough to do repairs can cause damage not covered by the...
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...Mode Light on page 5‑26 and Mountain Mode Light on page 5‑29. High-Beam On Light on page 5‑26. Q. R. T. AD. Battery Gauge (High Voltage) on page 5‑25. F. Electric Parking Brake Light on page 5‑16. U. Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑19. Z....;15. Speedometer on page 5‑26. O. J. Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 5‑15. C. Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) on page 5‑30. Electric Drive Unit Positions. Door, Hood, or Hatch Open Light on page 5‑21. Lamps On Reminder on page ...
...Mode Light on page 5‑26 and Mountain Mode Light on page 5‑29. High-Beam On Light on page 5‑26. Q. R. T. AD. Battery Gauge (High Voltage) on page 5‑25. F. Electric Parking Brake Light on page 5‑16. U. Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑19. Z....;15. Speedometer on page 5‑26. O. J. Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page 5‑15. C. Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) on page 5‑30. Electric Drive Unit Positions. Door, Hood, or Hatch Open Light on page 5‑21. Lamps On Reminder on page ...
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... how far the vehicle can be driven while in the foreground, the vehicle is designed to receive a satellite signal. Battery Gauge (High Voltage) Fuel Gauge This indicator displays the high voltage battery charge level. When this indicator is displayed in this mode. The compass receives its heading and other information from the...
... how far the vehicle can be driven while in the foreground, the vehicle is designed to receive a satellite signal. Battery Gauge (High Voltage) Fuel Gauge This indicator displays the high voltage battery charge level. When this indicator is displayed in this mode. The compass receives its heading and other information from the...
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...to show the light is working . Have it means that emissions are no lights at acceptable levels for service. 5-21 Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner... placed in ON/RUN, as the radio. If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there could drain the 12‐volt battery. If it is working . Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are at ...
...to show the light is working . Have it means that emissions are no lights at acceptable levels for service. 5-21 Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner... placed in ON/RUN, as the radio. If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there could drain the 12‐volt battery. If it is working . Instruments and Controls If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are at ...