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Chevrolet 2011 Aveo User Manual

Chevrolet 2011 Aveo
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Chevrolet Aveo Owner Manual - 2011
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In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Trip Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-17
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-25
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-40
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-70
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-74
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-76
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Chevrolet 2011 Aveo Specifications

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BrandChevrolet
Model2011 Aveo
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Canadian Vehicle Owners

Information for Canadian owners regarding French language copies.

Using this Manual

Guidance on how to effectively use the owner's manual for quick information retrieval.

Danger, Warnings, and Cautions

Explanation of hazard symbols and messages to ensure user safety.

Vehicle Symbol Chart

A chart detailing various symbols found on the vehicle and their meanings for identification.

In Brief

Instrument Panel Overview

Overview of the dashboard layout and its components.

Initial Drive Information

Basic overview of features for new drivers and initial operation.

Door and Liftgate Operation

Operation of door locks, liftgate, and trunk release mechanisms.

Window and Seat Adjustments

Procedures for adjusting manual front seats and head restraints for comfort.

Safety Belt and Airbag Systems

Key information on safety belt usage and the passenger airbag sensing system.

Mirror and Steering Wheel Adjustments

How to adjust exterior/interior mirrors and the steering wheel for optimal position.

Lighting Controls

Operation of exterior and interior lighting systems, including headlamps and dome lamps.

Wiper and Climate Controls

Operation of windshield wipers, washers, and the vehicle's climate control system.

Transmission and Cruise Control

Details on automatic/manual transmission, cruise control, and related driving systems.

Infotainment System Features

Overview of radio, CD player, auxiliary devices, satellite radio, and speaker settings.

Vehicle Performance Monitoring

Information on tire pressure monitoring and engine oil life systems for vehicle maintenance.

Keys, Doors and Windows

Key and Lock Systems

Information on vehicle keys, keyless entry system, door locks, and security features.

Vehicle Access Features

Operation of doors, trunk, liftgate, windows, mirrors, and sunroof for vehicle access.

Child Restraint Security

Explanation of rear door safety locks and child restraint security features.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints and Seat Adjustment

Procedures for adjusting head restraints and front seats, including lumbar and reclining features.

Rear Seat Operation

Guidance on folding and unfolding rear seatbacks for cargo space.

Safety Belt Systems

Guide on safety belt usage, pregnancy use, extenders, pretensioners, and proper wear.

Airbag System Information

Details on the airbag system, including deployment, function, and safety precautions.

Child Restraint Systems

Information on selecting and using child restraints, including LATCH system details.

Storage

Storage Compartments Overview

Overview of all storage areas, including glove box, cupholders, and front seatback hooks.

Glove Box Operation

Instructions on how to open and use the glove box.

Cupholder Usage

Information on the location and use of cupholders in the center console and panel.

Instruments and Controls

Vehicle Controls Overview

Covers steering wheel adjustments, controls, horn, wipers, clock, power outlets, lighter, and ashtrays.

Instrument Cluster and Gauges

Overview of the instrument cluster, including gauges like speedometer, tachometer, and fuel gauge.

Warning Lights and Indicators

Explanation of all warning lights, indicators, and system status lights on the instrument panel.

Trip Computer Functions

Information on the trip computer's functionality for monitoring driving data.

Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

Operation of exterior lamps, including headlamps, parking lamps, and DRLs.

Interior Lighting Systems

Information on interior lighting, including instrument panel illumination and dome lamps.

Headlamp and Fog Lamp Operation

How to operate headlamps, fog lamps, and related functions like flash-to-pass.

Hazard Warning Flashers and Signals

Operation of hazard warning flashers and turn/lane-change signals for safety.

Infotainment System

System Introduction and Operation

Guidance on familiarizing with the audio system and its basic operation.

AM/FM Radio Functions

Details on finding AM/FM stations, including tuning, seeking, and presets.

Satellite Radio and Reception

Information on XM™ Satellite Radio service, reception, and finding channels.

Audio Player Usage

Information on using the CD player and auxiliary devices for audio playback.

Climate Controls

Climate Control System Operation

Overview of the vehicle's climate control system for heating, cooling, and ventilation.

Air Vents and Defogger

Instructions on operating air vents and using defogger functions for comfort.

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Guidance on inspecting and replacing the passenger compartment air filter.

Driving and Operating

Driving Safety Principles

Essential advice on defensive driving, avoiding drunk driving, and vehicle control.

Vehicle Control Techniques

Guidance on braking, steering, and handling the vehicle during normal and emergency situations.

Driving in Adverse Conditions

Precautions for driving in wet roads, winter conditions, and blizzard situations.

Vehicle Starting and Operation

Procedures for new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, engine starting, and transmission use.

Braking Systems and Cruise Control

Explanation of ABS brakes, parking brake, and cruise control system operation.

Fuel Recommendations and Refueling

Guidance on fuel types, additives, filling the tank, and portable container safety.

Vehicle Care

Tire Maintenance and Replacement

Information on tire inspection, rotation, buying new tires, and replacement procedures.

Jump Starting and Towing

Procedures for jump-starting a vehicle and guidelines for towing.

Appearance Care Guidelines

Tips for maintaining exterior and interior vehicle appearance through proper cleaning.

Engine Compartment Components

Identification and basic maintenance of components in the engine compartment.

Fluid Checks and Maintenance

How to check and add engine oil, transmission fluid, and brake fluid.

Electrical System and Fuses

Information on the electrical system, overload protection, fuses, and circuit breakers.

Wheel and Tire Specifications

Details on tire sidewall labeling, UTQG grading, and wheel alignment.

Service and Maintenance

General Maintenance Information

Importance of maintenance for vehicle condition, fuel economy, and emissions.

Scheduled Maintenance Intervals

Information on scheduled maintenance intervals, checks, and service light indicators.

Recommended Fluids and Parts

List of recommended fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts for vehicle service.

Maintenance Records Log

A log for recording service dates, odometer readings, and services performed.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on locating and understanding the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Vehicle Data and Capacities

Key vehicle capacities and specifications, including fluid volumes and torque values.

Engine Specifications

Key engine specifications including VIN code, transmission type, and spark plug gap.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps for resolving customer concerns with dealerships and GM.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to the US and Canadian governments and General Motors.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle data recording, EDRs, and privacy considerations.

OnStar® System and Services

Details on the OnStar system, its services, and data collection.

Roadside Assistance Program

Details on enrollment, coverage, and services provided by the roadside assistance program.

Service Appointments and Transportation

How to schedule service and access courtesy transportation options.

Collision Damage Repair Process

Guidance on managing vehicle damage repair, emphasizing proper parts and facilities.

Vehicle Insurance and Crash Procedures

Advice on insurance coverage and steps to take after a vehicle crash.

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