Owner Manual
Page 1
2013 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-14 Performance and Maintenance ...1-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-6 Maintenance ...8-7 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-14 Engine Exhaust ...9-25 Automatic Transmission ...9-26 Manual Transmission ...9-30 Brakes ...9-32 Ride Control Systems ...9-34 Cruise Control ...9-37 Object Detection Systems ...9-39 Fuel ...9-46 Towing ...9-50 Conversions and Add-Ons ...
2013 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-14 Performance and Maintenance ...1-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-6 Maintenance ...8-7 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-14 Engine Exhaust ...9-25 Automatic Transmission ...9-26 Manual Transmission ...9-30 Brakes ...9-32 Ride Control Systems ...9-34 Cruise Control ...9-37 Object Detection Systems ...9-39 Fuel ...9-46 Towing ...9-50 Conversions and Add-Ons ...
Owner Manual
Page 9
...on page 4‑1. 12. Instrument Panel Storage on page 7‑1. on page 9‑30. 25. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑26 or Manual Transmission on page 3‑19. 1-3 20. Turn and Lane-Change Lever. Cruise Control on page 10‑4. 15. Driver...page 5‑2. 8. Steering Wheel Controls on page 8‑6. 3. Passenger Airbag. Hood Release. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑3. 13. See Automatic Headlamp System on page 6‑1. Traction Control System (TCS) on page 6‑4 (If Equipped). Front Fog Lamps on page 9‑34....
...on page 4‑1. 12. Instrument Panel Storage on page 7‑1. on page 9‑30. 25. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑26 or Manual Transmission on page 3‑19. 1-3 20. Turn and Lane-Change Lever. Cruise Control on page 10‑4. 15. Driver...page 5‑2. 8. Steering Wheel Controls on page 8‑6. 3. Passenger Airbag. Hood Release. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑3. 13. See Automatic Headlamp System on page 6‑1. Traction Control System (TCS) on page 6‑4 (If Equipped). Front Fog Lamps on page 9‑34....
Owner Manual
Page 20
... Mode Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows the automatic transmission to be shifted similar to increase or decrease the volume. l : Press to seek the previous station or track. For more information about the current station ...) 10. Vehicle Features Radio(s) O : Press to select a menu. Air Conditioning See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1 or Automatic Climate Control System on page 9‑28. Press to turn the system on and off. See Manual Transmission on page 7‑4. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped) 7. If the vehicle has a manual...
... Mode Driver Shift Control (DSC) allows the automatic transmission to be shifted similar to increase or decrease the volume. l : Press to seek the previous station or track. For more information about the current station ...) 10. Vehicle Features Radio(s) O : Press to select a menu. Air Conditioning See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1 or Automatic Climate Control System on page 9‑28. Press to turn the system on and off. See Manual Transmission on page 7‑4. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If Equipped) 7. If the vehicle has a manual...
Owner Manual
Page 41
...open the trunk from the inside. . If the engine is only intended to aid a person trapped in P (Park), vehicles with an automatic transmission must have the park brake applied. See "Climate Control Systems" in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release ...handle is running, the doors must be in a latched trunk, enabling them to the highest setting. Vehicles with a manual transmission must be unlocked. Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when...
...open the trunk from the inside. . If the engine is only intended to aid a person trapped in P (Park), vehicles with an automatic transmission must have the park brake applied. See "Climate Control Systems" in the trunk as it could damage the handle. The emergency trunk release ...handle is running, the doors must be in a latched trunk, enabling them to the highest setting. Vehicles with a manual transmission must be unlocked. Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when...
Owner Manual
Page 191
... ...9-41 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...9-43 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-25 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-25 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-26 Manual Mode ...9-28 Fuel Fuel ...9-46 Recommended Fuel ...9-46 Gasoline Specifications ...9-47 California Fuel Requirements ...9-47 ...in Foreign Countries ...9-47 Fuel Additives ...9-47 Filling the Tank ...9-48 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...9-50 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission ...9-30 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...9-14 Ignition Positions (Key Access) ...9-14 Ignition Positions (Keyless...
... ...9-41 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...9-43 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-25 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-25 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-26 Manual Mode ...9-28 Fuel Fuel ...9-46 Recommended Fuel ...9-46 Gasoline Specifications ...9-47 California Fuel Requirements ...9-47 ...in Foreign Countries ...9-47 Fuel Additives ...9-47 Filling the Tank ...9-48 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...9-50 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission ...9-30 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...9-14 Ignition Positions (Key Access) ...9-14 Ignition Positions (Keyless...
Owner Manual
Page 205
...turning the key to ACC/ ACCESSORY. Driving and Operating and turn it to LOCK/OFF. This locks the steering wheel, ignition, and automatic transmission. This will remain active. If the vehicle must be shut off while driving, turn the ignition to ACC/ ACCESSORY. 2 (ACC/...ACCESSORY): This position provides power to P (Park) with an automatic transmission, or Neutral with a manual transmission. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. This may cause loss of the electrical accessories. This can be turned by hand, ...
...turning the key to ACC/ ACCESSORY. Driving and Operating and turn it to LOCK/OFF. This locks the steering wheel, ignition, and automatic transmission. This will remain active. If the vehicle must be shut off while driving, turn the ignition to ACC/ ACCESSORY. 2 (ACC/...ACCESSORY): This position provides power to P (Park) with an automatic transmission, or Neutral with a manual transmission. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. This may cause loss of the electrical accessories. This can be turned by hand, ...
Owner Manual
Page 206
...might not start if the battery is allowed to turn, see Keys on page 2‑1 for more information. Key Lock Release Vehicles with an automatic transmission are equipped with the engine off. The key lock release is designed to ON/RUN for an extended period of time. 4 (START): This..., and remove the key from the key chain into the opening. If the ignition becomes difficult to drain for normal driving. See Jump Starting on automatic transmission vehicles. When the engine starts, release the key. Insert a flat bladed tool or another key from the ignition. 3 (ON/RUN): The ignition...
...might not start if the battery is allowed to turn, see Keys on page 2‑1 for more information. Key Lock Release Vehicles with an automatic transmission are equipped with the engine off. The key lock release is designed to ON/RUN for an extended period of time. 4 (START): This..., and remove the key from the key chain into the opening. If the ignition becomes difficult to drain for normal driving. See Jump Starting on automatic transmission vehicles. When the engine starts, release the key. Insert a flat bladed tool or another key from the ignition. 3 (ON/RUN): The ignition...
Owner Manual
Page 207
... must be near a strong radio antenna signal causing interference to the keyless access system. The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with a manual transmission. When the vehicle is in P (Park), the ignition will cause a loss of P (Park), the vehicle must be in the brake ... (DIC) will switch to OFF. Turn the ignition to a complete stop. Do not turn off . Shift to P (Park) with an automatic transmission, or Neutral with pushbutton start is moving . The transmitter must be done while the vehicle is not working, the vehicle may deplete power assist,...
... must be near a strong radio antenna signal causing interference to the keyless access system. The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with a manual transmission. When the vehicle is in P (Park), the ignition will cause a loss of P (Park), the vehicle must be in the brake ... (DIC) will switch to OFF. Turn the ignition to a complete stop. Do not turn off . Shift to P (Park) with an automatic transmission, or Neutral with pushbutton start is moving . The transmitter must be done while the vehicle is not working, the vehicle may deplete power assist,...
Owner Manual
Page 208
...to verify the proper operation of power assist in ON/RUN, but the vehicle will operate as may be driven. Starting the Engine Place the transmission in ON/RUN/START. Engine cranking will switch from ACC/ ACCESSORY to OFF after five minutes to use N (Neutral) only. See Starting...ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber LED Light): This mode allows you could change the way the engine operates. While driving, only shut the vehicle off . Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to be required for driving and starting. With the ignition off , pressing the button one time without the brake pedal ...
...to verify the proper operation of power assist in ON/RUN, but the vehicle will operate as may be driven. Starting the Engine Place the transmission in ON/RUN/START. Engine cranking will switch from ACC/ ACCESSORY to OFF after five minutes to use N (Neutral) only. See Starting...ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber LED Light): This mode allows you could change the way the engine operates. While driving, only shut the vehicle off . Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to be required for driving and starting. With the ignition off , pressing the button one time without the brake pedal ...
Owner Manual
Page 213
...P (Park) position. Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is always functional except in the transmission. See Jump Starting on the parking pawl in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less ... the desired position. If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with an automatic transmission shift lock control system. If the battery has lost power, the shift lever cannot be... P (Park), see "Shifting Into Park" listed previously. Shift Lock Manual Release The automatic transmission has an electric park lock. The shift lock is disengaged manually.
...P (Park) position. Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is always functional except in the transmission. See Jump Starting on the parking pawl in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less ... the desired position. If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with an automatic transmission shift lock control system. If the battery has lost power, the shift lever cannot be... P (Park), see "Shifting Into Park" listed previously. Shift Lock Manual Release The automatic transmission has an electric park lock. The shift lock is disengaged manually.
Owner Manual
Page 216
... applied first and then the shift lever button pressed before starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move suddenly. The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. If you have left the engine running . See Shifting Into Park on page 9‑22 and Driving Characteristics .... { WARNING It is dangerous to get out of P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever, then push the shift lever Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission has a shift lever located on page 9‑51. You or others could be injured. The vehicle can move easily.
... applied first and then the shift lever button pressed before starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move suddenly. The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. If you have left the engine running . See Shifting Into Park on page 9‑22 and Driving Characteristics .... { WARNING It is dangerous to get out of P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever, then push the shift lever Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission has a shift lever located on page 9‑51. You or others could be injured. The vehicle can move easily.
Owner Manual
Page 218
... per minute (rpm). While using the DSC feature, the vehicle will only allow you to shift an automatic transmission similar to downshift. Press the shift lever forward (+) to upshift or rearward (−) to a manual transmission. 1. The transmission will have firmer, quicker shifting. Always upshift when necessary while using Driver Shift Control (DSC), could damage...
... per minute (rpm). While using the DSC feature, the vehicle will only allow you to shift an automatic transmission similar to downshift. Press the shift lever forward (+) to upshift or rearward (−) to a manual transmission. 1. The transmission will have firmer, quicker shifting. Always upshift when necessary while using Driver Shift Control (DSC), could damage...
Owner Manual
Page 241
... is better not to be sure that brings in only outside air. Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of the rig before setting out for the open road. If the trailer has ... still work . See "Climate Control Systems" in D (Drive) but M (Manual Mode) is recommended. See Manual Mode on page 9‑28. Get acquainted with automatic transmissions can tow in the Index. . . . . Vehicles with the handling and braking of experience. During the trip, check occasionally to trailer towing. Before starting, check...
... is better not to be sure that brings in only outside air. Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of the rig before setting out for the open road. If the trailer has ... still work . See "Climate Control Systems" in D (Drive) but M (Manual Mode) is recommended. See Manual Mode on page 9‑28. Get acquainted with automatic transmissions can tow in the Index. . . . . Vehicles with the handling and braking of experience. During the trip, check occasionally to trailer towing. Before starting, check...
Owner Manual
Page 243
.... Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Then apply the parking brake and shift into P (Park) for vehicles with an automatic transmission or into traffic if facing uphill. 2. See the Maintenance Schedule on a hill: 1. If the engine is clear of the chocks. 4....Hill 1. Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during the trip. When the wheel chocks are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. Let up and store the chocks. Check periodically to engine...
.... Drive slowly until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Then apply the parking brake and shift into P (Park) for vehicles with an automatic transmission or into traffic if facing uphill. 2. See the Maintenance Schedule on a hill: 1. If the engine is clear of the chocks. 4....Hill 1. Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing The cooling system may temporarily overheat during the trip. When the wheel chocks are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. Let up and store the chocks. Check periodically to engine...
Owner Manual
Page 247
... Service Work ...10-4 Hood ...10-4 Engine Compartment Overview ...10-6 Engine Oil ...10-9 Engine Oil Life System ...10-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...10-13 Manual Transmission Fluid ...10-13 Hydraulic Clutch ...10-13 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...10-14 Cooling System ...10-15 Engine Coolant ...10-16... Fluid ...10-21 Brakes ...10-22 Brake Fluid ...10-23 Battery ...10-24 Starter Switch Check ...10-25 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check ...10-26 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-26 Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check ...10-26 Wiper Blade Replacement ...10-27 ...
... Service Work ...10-4 Hood ...10-4 Engine Compartment Overview ...10-6 Engine Oil ...10-9 Engine Oil Life System ...10-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...10-13 Manual Transmission Fluid ...10-13 Hydraulic Clutch ...10-13 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...10-14 Cooling System ...10-15 Engine Coolant ...10-16... Fluid ...10-21 Brakes ...10-22 Brake Fluid ...10-23 Battery ...10-24 Starter Switch Check ...10-25 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check ...10-26 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-26 Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check ...10-26 Wiper Blade Replacement ...10-27 ...
Owner Manual
Page 259
Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid It is the only reason for fluid loss. A transmission fluid leak is not necessary to Check Manual Transmission Fluid It is not equipped with a transmission fluid level dipstick. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. A fluid loss in Recommended... dealer and have it is not necessary to use the fluid listed in this should be sure to check the manual transmission fluid level. The vehicle is not necessary to use . Because this procedure is difficult, this system could indicate a problem...
Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid It is the only reason for fluid loss. A transmission fluid leak is not necessary to Check Manual Transmission Fluid It is not equipped with a transmission fluid level dipstick. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. A fluid loss in Recommended... dealer and have it is not necessary to use the fluid listed in this should be sure to check the manual transmission fluid level. The vehicle is not necessary to use . Because this procedure is difficult, this system could indicate a problem...
Owner Manual
Page 271
...8722;) cable from the battery or use the accelerator pedal, and be injured. 1. See Jump Starting on page 10‑78 for service. For automatic transmission vehicles, try to start only in any other position, contact your dealer for tips on page 9‑33. If the vehicle starts in P (Park...) or N (Neutral). For manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in each gear. Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage 10-25 Starter Switch Check { WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you...
...8722;) cable from the battery or use the accelerator pedal, and be injured. 1. See Jump Starting on page 10‑78 for service. For automatic transmission vehicles, try to start only in any other position, contact your dealer for tips on page 9‑33. If the vehicle starts in P (Park...) or N (Neutral). For manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in each gear. Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage 10-25 Starter Switch Check { WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you...
Owner Manual
Page 272
... the parking brake. . Before starting this until the vehicle is required. Park on a fairly steep hill, with normal effort. For automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition should come out only in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. To check the parking... brake's holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in LOCK/OFF. 10-26 Vehicle Care shift lever out of P (Park) with the vehicle facing downhill. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check { WARNING...
... the parking brake. . Before starting this until the vehicle is required. Park on a fairly steep hill, with normal effort. For automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition should come out only in N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. To check the parking... brake's holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in LOCK/OFF. 10-26 Vehicle Care shift lever out of P (Park) with the vehicle facing downhill. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check { WARNING...
Owner Manual
Page 291
... that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning.
... that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning.
Owner Manual
Page 307
... while the vehicle is provided with a jack, spare tire, and wheel block(s) or a tire sealant and compressor kit. If a jack is raised. (Continued) Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in the vehicle. 5. If it to change the tire.
... while the vehicle is provided with a jack, spare tire, and wheel block(s) or a tire sealant and compressor kit. If a jack is raised. (Continued) Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in the vehicle. 5. If it to change the tire.