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2013 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Battery and Efficiency...1-18 Performance and Maintenance ...1-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys ... Electric Vehicle Operating Modes ...9-21 Engine Exhaust ...9-27 Electric Drive Unit ...9-28 Brakes ...9-30 Ride Control Systems ...9-33 Cruise Control ...9-36 Object Detection Systems ...9-38 Charging ...9-48 Fuel ...9-56 Towing ...9-61 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-62
2013 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Battery and Efficiency...1-18 Performance and Maintenance ...1-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys ... Electric Vehicle Operating Modes ...9-21 Engine Exhaust ...9-27 Electric Drive Unit ...9-28 Brakes ...9-30 Ride Control Systems ...9-33 Cruise Control ...9-36 Object Detection Systems ...9-38 Charging ...9-48 Fuel ...9-56 Towing ...9-61 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-62
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... [ : 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 : Charge Port Door " : Charging System (12-Volt Battery) _ : High Voltage I : LATCH System Child Restraints Q : Vehicle Ready M : Windshield Washer Fluid For more information on the vehicle and what they mean.
... [ : 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 : Charge Port Door " : Charging System (12-Volt Battery) _ : High Voltage I : LATCH System Child Restraints Q : Vehicle Ready M : Windshield Washer Fluid For more information on the vehicle and what they mean.
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... Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Infotainment System ...Power Outlets ...Universal Remote System ...1-16 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 Battery and Efficiency High Voltage Safety Information ...1-18 Charging ...1-18 In Brief 1-1 1-20 1-21 1-21 1-21 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote...
... Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Infotainment System ...Power Outlets ...Universal Remote System ...1-16 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 Battery and Efficiency High Voltage Safety Information ...1-18 Charging ...1-18 In Brief 1-1 1-20 1-21 1-21 1-21 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote...
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... Controls on page 6‑4. Pedestrian Friendly Alert on page 5‑6. 5. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑6. 3. Center Stack Display on page 9‑50. 8. Charging Status Indicator. See Charging Status Feedback on page 5‑28. 7. See Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑4. 14. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. Instrument Panel Illumination Control...
... Controls on page 6‑4. Pedestrian Friendly Alert on page 5‑6. 5. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑6. 3. Center Stack Display on page 9‑50. 8. Charging Status Indicator. See Charging Status Feedback on page 5‑28. 7. See Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑4. 14. Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. Instrument Panel Illumination Control...
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...unlock the driver door. A : Press to start the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger from the vehicle. See Plug-In Charging on page 5‑52. For more detailed information, refer to cancel the panic alarm. The key can be used for three seconds to 60 m ...the key. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. Press the key release button to unlock all locks. Press and hold B to open the charge port door. B: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter may not be on your specific vehicle. Press again to each of the ...
...unlock the driver door. A : Press to start the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger from the vehicle. See Plug-In Charging on page 5‑52. For more detailed information, refer to cancel the panic alarm. The key can be used for three seconds to 60 m ...the key. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. Press the key release button to unlock all locks. Press and hold B to open the charge port door. B: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter may not be on your specific vehicle. Press again to each of the ...
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...‑23. There are below 0°C (32°F) and above 32°C (90°F) to high voltage can be charged using a household electrical outlet. While the charge cord is charged. The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will not start. Only a trained service technician with , ... life. Do not remove, open, take apart, or modify these components. This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12‐volt battery. 1-18 In Brief If the vehicle is turned off. Do not allow the vehicle to program how the vehicle is plugged into the...
...‑23. There are below 0°C (32°F) and above 32°C (90°F) to high voltage can be charged using a household electrical outlet. While the charge cord is charged. The SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will not start. Only a trained service technician with , ... life. Do not remove, open, take apart, or modify these components. This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12‐volt battery. 1-18 In Brief If the vehicle is turned off. Do not allow the vehicle to program how the vehicle is plugged into the...
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... Entry (RKE) System Operation on the first attempt. The charge port door may form around the charge port door. Verify the charge cord status. Open the rear hatch, lift the load support floor covering (1), and remove the charge cord (4). It is stored as shown. 3. See Electrical ... tire sealant and compressor kit (3). See the charge cord user manual for one second and release to open the charge port door. See "Charge Level Selection" under Charging on page 9‑54. The charge port door release button is on the charge cord handle (4) to remove it from the vehicle...
... Entry (RKE) System Operation on the first attempt. The charge port door may form around the charge port door. Verify the charge cord status. Open the rear hatch, lift the load support floor covering (1), and remove the charge cord (4). It is stored as shown. 3. See Electrical ... tire sealant and compressor kit (3). See the charge cord user manual for one second and release to open the charge port door. See "Charge Level Selection" under Charging on page 9‑54. The charge port door release button is on the charge cord handle (4) to remove it from the vehicle...
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...A WAIT TO REFUEL message displays on this feature, see "Charge Cord Theft Alert" in the center to disarm the charge cord theft alert. Fueling The fuel system on the Driver Information Center. To arm the charge cord theft alert, lock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter ...To refuel the vehicle: 4. Unplug the charge cord from the vehicle. 3. Verify that the charging status indicator illuminates on page 9‑50 for one second. See Charging Status Feedback on top of the charge cord from the electrical outlet. 5. Close the charge port door by pressing firmly in Vehicle ...
...A WAIT TO REFUEL message displays on this feature, see "Charge Cord Theft Alert" in the center to disarm the charge cord theft alert. Fueling The fuel system on the Driver Information Center. To arm the charge cord theft alert, lock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter ...To refuel the vehicle: 4. Unplug the charge cord from the vehicle. 3. Verify that the charging status indicator illuminates on page 9‑50 for one second. See Charging Status Feedback on top of the charge cord from the electrical outlet. 5. Close the charge port door by pressing firmly in Vehicle ...
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... be personalized. In hot weather, avoid parking in direct sunlight or use of excess cargo in , even when fully charged, to maximize the electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Avoid driving with the windows open at highway speeds. 1-25 ...Vehicle Charging/Maintenance Charging Keep the vehicle plugged in the vehicle affects efficiency and range. The weight of electrical accessories. Avoid carrying more information. Power...
... be personalized. In hot weather, avoid parking in direct sunlight or use of excess cargo in , even when fully charged, to maximize the electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. Avoid driving with the windows open at highway speeds. 1-25 ...Vehicle Charging/Maintenance Charging Keep the vehicle plugged in the vehicle affects efficiency and range. The weight of electrical accessories. Avoid carrying more information. Power...
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...from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See "Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out" under Heated Front Seats on page 5‑52. See Plug-In Charging on page 2‑8. See Remote Start on page 9‑48. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2‑18. B (Remote Start): Press and ...remotely started. K (Unlock): Press once to initiate vehicle locator. Press to sound the panic alarm. See Power Windows on page 2‑14. A (Charge Port Door): 7 (Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to unlock the driver door. The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the anti-theft...
...from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See "Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out" under Heated Front Seats on page 5‑52. See Plug-In Charging on page 2‑8. See Remote Start on page 9‑48. See Vehicle Alarm System on page 2‑18. B (Remote Start): Press and ...remotely started. K (Unlock): Press once to initiate vehicle locator. Press to sound the panic alarm. See Power Windows on page 2‑14. A (Charge Port Door): 7 (Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to unlock the driver door. The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the anti-theft...
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... unit. 2. The engine may start to maximize the electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. If the fan is plugged in or completely charged. See Automatic Climate Control System on page 5‑52. . Remove the used battery. Remote Start This feature starts the heating or air conditioning systems and...
... unit. 2. The engine may start to maximize the electric range by utilizing electricity from the electrical outlet. If the fan is plugged in or completely charged. See Automatic Climate Control System on page 5‑52. . Remove the used battery. Remote Start This feature starts the heating or air conditioning systems and...
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..., and Windows To turn off . This feature may be used to turn the vehicle on if there is a problem with the system. See "Charge Cord Theft Alert" under Vehicle Personalization on the RKE transmitter. Only a correct transmitter can be disabled through the vehicle personalization. If the vehicle does ...or unlock the vehicle with the brake pedal applied and the RKE transmitter in the vehicle. The system does not have to remove the charge cord while the vehicle is started with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is ...
..., and Windows To turn off . This feature may be used to turn the vehicle on if there is a problem with the system. See "Charge Cord Theft Alert" under Vehicle Personalization on the RKE transmitter. Only a correct transmitter can be disabled through the vehicle personalization. If the vehicle does ...or unlock the vehicle with the brake pedal applied and the RKE transmitter in the vehicle. The system does not have to remove the charge cord while the vehicle is started with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. The system is automatically disarmed when the vehicle is ...
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...Driver Efficiency Gauge ...5-14 Total Vehicle Range ...5-15 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-15 Airbag Readiness Light ...5-16 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...5-17 Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) ...5-18 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-18 Brake System Warning Light ...5-20 Electric Parking Brake Light ...5-21 Service Electric Parking Brake Light... ...5-26 Cruise Control Light ...5-26 Door, Hood, or Hatch Open Light ...5-27 Information Displays Center Stack Display ...Power Flows ...Charging ...Energy Information ...Clock ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...5-28 5-28 5-30 5-40 5-41 5-41
...Driver Efficiency Gauge ...5-14 Total Vehicle Range ...5-15 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-15 Airbag Readiness Light ...5-16 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...5-17 Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) ...5-18 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-18 Brake System Warning Light ...5-20 Electric Parking Brake Light ...5-21 Service Electric Parking Brake Light... ...5-26 Cruise Control Light ...5-26 Door, Hood, or Hatch Open Light ...5-27 Information Displays Center Stack Display ...Power Flows ...Charging ...Energy Information ...Clock ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...5-28 5-28 5-30 5-40 5-41 5-41
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... 5-48 5-48 5-49 5-49 5-50 5-50 5-50 5-51 Tire Messages ...5-51 Vehicle Reminder Messages ...5-52 Vehicle Speed Messages ...5-52 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 ...Fuel...
... 5-48 5-48 5-49 5-49 5-50 5-50 5-50 5-51 Tire Messages ...5-51 Vehicle Reminder Messages ...5-52 Vehicle Speed Messages ...5-52 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 ...Fuel...
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...(If Equipped). 19. Shift Lever. Infotainment on page 6‑1. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 7‑1. Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. Charging Status Indicator. Instrument Panel Storage on page 5‑5. 17. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 4‑1. 10. DRIVE MODE Button. See Turn ... page 9‑22. 21. See Driver Selected Operating Modes on page 5‑6. 18. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 9‑50. See Charging Status Feedback on page 5‑6. 5. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Electric Drive Unit on page 8‑8. 2. Air...
...(If Equipped). 19. Shift Lever. Infotainment on page 6‑1. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 7‑1. Driver Information Center (DIC) Display. Charging Status Indicator. Instrument Panel Storage on page 5‑5. 17. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 4‑1. 10. DRIVE MODE Button. See Turn ... page 9‑22. 21. See Driver Selected Operating Modes on page 5‑6. 18. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 9‑50. See Charging Status Feedback on page 5‑6. 5. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Electric Drive Unit on page 8‑8. 2. Air...
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... If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ OFF while the wipers are on , or if the vehicle is in electrical equipment, such as cell phone charge cords.
... If the ignition is turned to LOCK/ OFF while the wipers are on , or if the vehicle is in electrical equipment, such as cell phone charge cords.
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...lights and gauges could be costly and even dangerous. . This screen indicates that includes electric range, charging, odometer, and battery status. Override of AC power at the vehicle's charge port. . When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when there could prevent ...come on while driving, or when one or more of the following the welcome animation, before it becomes serious enough to do . A CHARGING OVERRIDE/ INTERRUPTION OCCURRED message may appear, depending on briefly when the propulsion system is wrong before starting the vehicle. Waiting to cause an...
...lights and gauges could be costly and even dangerous. . This screen indicates that includes electric range, charging, odometer, and battery status. Override of AC power at the vehicle's charge port. . When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when there could prevent ...come on while driving, or when one or more of the following the welcome animation, before it becomes serious enough to do . A CHARGING OVERRIDE/ INTERRUPTION OCCURRED message may appear, depending on briefly when the propulsion system is wrong before starting the vehicle. Waiting to cause an...
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This screen indicates that charging is active and the estimated charge completion time is 10:00 a.m. This screen indicates that the charge cord is connected, but the vehicle cannot be delayed with an estimated completion time of 7:00 a.m. Instruments and Controls 5-9 This screen indicates that the vehicle is fully charged and the charge cord is not connected. This screen indicates that the charge cord is connected and charging is programmed to be charged. This screen indicates that charging is complete.
This screen indicates that charging is active and the estimated charge completion time is 10:00 a.m. This screen indicates that the charge cord is connected, but the vehicle cannot be delayed with an estimated completion time of 7:00 a.m. Instruments and Controls 5-9 This screen indicates that the vehicle is fully charged and the charge cord is not connected. This screen indicates that the charge cord is connected and charging is programmed to be charged. This screen indicates that charging is complete.
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... Light on page 5‑14. 2. Battery Gauge (High Voltage) on page 5‑16. 24. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 5‑18. 8. Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) on page 5‑24. 7. Electric Parking Brake Light on page 5‑25. 9. Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light. Engine Oil Pressure Light on page...
... Light on page 5‑14. 2. Battery Gauge (High Voltage) on page 5‑16. 24. Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 5‑18. 8. Charging System Light (12-Volt Battery) on page 5‑24. 7. Electric Parking Brake Light on page 5‑25. 9. Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light. Engine Oil Pressure Light on page...
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... Range Mode on page 9‑2. 5-14 Instruments and Controls Battery Gauge (High Voltage) Fuel Gauge Driver Efficiency Gauge This indicator displays the high voltage battery charge level. The number next to driving in an efficient manner by keeping the ball green and in Electric Mode. The number next to optimize efficiency...
... Range Mode on page 9‑2. 5-14 Instruments and Controls Battery Gauge (High Voltage) Fuel Gauge Driver Efficiency Gauge This indicator displays the high voltage battery charge level. The number next to driving in an efficient manner by keeping the ball green and in Electric Mode. The number next to optimize efficiency...