Chevrolet Cruze 2011 - User Manual

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Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual - 2011
2011 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-34
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-17
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-26
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-33
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-38
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-45
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-52
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-36
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-84
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-90

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel and its components.

Initial Drive Information

Information for new drivers covering basic vehicle operation and features.

Vehicle Features

Details on various features of the vehicle, such as audio and power outlets.

Performance and Maintenance

Information on traction control, StabiliTrak, tire pressure monitoring, and oil life.

Keys, Doors and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on vehicle keys, remote keyless entry, and door lock operation.

Doors

Details on opening and closing vehicle doors, including the trunk.

Vehicle Security

Information on theft-deterrent features, alarm systems, and immobilizers.

Exterior Mirrors

Adjustment and features of the vehicle's exterior mirrors.

Interior Mirrors

Adjustment and features of the vehicle's interior rearview mirror.

Windows

Operation of the vehicle's power windows and related features.

Roof

Information about the vehicle's sunroof operation.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Proper adjustment and importance of head restraints for occupant safety.

Front Seats

Adjusting manual and power front seats, seat cushion tilt, and heated seats.

Rear Seats

Information on folding rear seatbacks.

Safety Belts

Proper use, importance, and system checks for vehicle safety belts.

Airbag System

Details on airbag types, deployment, and safety precautions.

Child Restraints

Guidelines for properly securing children in child restraint systems.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Locations and operation of storage compartments like instrument panel and glove box.

Additional Storage Features

Information on features like cargo tie downs.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Operation of steering wheel adjustments and controls, horn, and wipers.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument panel.

Information Displays

Details on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and its operation.

Vehicle Messages

Interpretation of various vehicle messages displayed in the DIC.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Controls and operation of exterior lamps including headlamps and fog lamps.

Interior Lighting

Operation of instrument panel illumination, courtesy lamps, and dome lamps.

Lighting Features

Information on entry lighting, exit lighting, and battery power protection for lights.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Overview of the infotainment system's features and operation.

Radio

Details on AM-FM radio, satellite radio, and reception.

Audio Players

Information on CD players and auxiliary device connections.

Phone

Details on Bluetooth connectivity and voice recognition for phone use.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Tips on defensive driving, drunk driving, and vehicle control.

Starting and Operating

Information on new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting the engine.

Brakes

Information on the ABS system, parking brake, and brake assist.

Ride Control Systems

Details on Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak system.

Cruise Control

Operation and tips for using the cruise control system.

Fuel

Fuel recommendations, specifications, and filling the tank.

Towing

General towing information, driving characteristics, and trailer towing tips.

Vehicle Care

General Information

Basic information regarding service and parts needs.

Vehicle Checks

Guide for performing basic maintenance checks and service work.

Bulb Replacement

Instructions for replacing various exterior and interior light bulbs.

Electrical System

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

Wheels and Tires

Details on tires, including selection, maintenance, and replacement.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of maintenance for vehicle condition and warranty.

Scheduled Maintenance

Schedule for routine maintenance tasks and when messages indicate service is needed.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

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

Maintenance Records

Section for recording completed service and maintenance history.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on VIN and Service Parts Identification Label for vehicle identification.

Vehicle Data

Approximate capacities and specifications for various vehicle systems.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to follow if concerns with the dealer or vehicle are not resolved.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to government agencies and General Motors.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle data recording by onboard computers and privacy.

Chevrolet Cruze 2011 Specifications

General

Brand	Chevrolet
Model	Cruze 2011
Category	Automobile
Language	English