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Chevrolet Volt 2013 User Manual

Chevrolet Volt 2013
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Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 10/30/12
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-4
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . 5-3
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-27
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-51
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-59
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-16
Electric Vehicle Operating
Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Electric Drive Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-32
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-38
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-55
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-60

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Chevrolet Volt 2013 Specifications

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BrandChevrolet
ModelVolt 2013
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the instrument panel and its components.

Initial Drive Information

Provides an overview of important features for new drivers.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Covers vehicle access systems, locks, and window operation.

Seats and Restraints

Details seat adjustment, headrests, and safety belt systems.

Vehicle Care

General Information

Basic information about service, parts, and dealer support.

Vehicle Checks

Guidance on performing routine checks and owner maintenance.

Bulb Replacement

Instructions for replacing various vehicle bulbs.

Electrical System

Details on high voltage devices, wiring, and system overload protection.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire care, selection, and maintenance.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on VIN and service parts identification labels.

Vehicle Data

Details capacities and specifications like engine, battery, and fluid volumes.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps for resolving customer concerns with dealers and Chevrolet.

Reporting Safety Defects

Procedures for reporting safety defects to government agencies and GM.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Explains data recording by vehicle computers and privacy considerations.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Overview of the in-vehicle system connecting to an Advisor.

OnStar Services

Details Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics services.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on vehicle keys, locks, and remote entry systems.

Door Locks

Details on power door locks, delayed locking, and lockout protection.

Windows

Covers power windows, express features, and remote operation.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Details on head restraint installation and adjustment for proper safety.

Front Seats

Covers seat adjustment, reclining seatbacks, and heated front seats.

Safety Belts

Explains proper use, safety belt extenders, and checks for safety.

Airbag System

Information on airbag types, operation, and safety precautions.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Details instrument panel storage, glove box, and floor console storage.

Additional Storage Features

Information on cargo cover and umbrella storage.

Instruments and Controls

Instrument Panel Overview

Provides a visual overview of the instrument panel.

Controls

Details steering wheel adjustments, controls, horn, and wiper operation.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explains various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Information Displays

Covers center stack display functions like power flow and energy information.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Information on exterior lamp controls and features like headlamps.

Interior Lighting

Details dome and reading lamp operation.

Lighting Features

Covers entry, exit lighting, and battery power protection.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Information about automatic climate control system operation and features.

Air Vents

Instructions on using and operating air vents.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Tips for maximizing energy efficiency and understanding driving dynamics.

Starting and Operating

Procedures for starting, stopping, and operating the vehicle.

Electric Vehicle Operating Modes

Explains Electric Mode, Extended Range Mode, and driver selected modes.

Brakes

Information on ABS, electric parking brake, and regenerative braking.

Cruise Control

Instructions on using and setting cruise control.

Vehicle Care

General Information

Basic information about service, parts, and dealer support.

Vehicle Checks

Guidance on performing routine checks and owner maintenance.

Engine Compartment Overview

Visual guide to components in the engine compartment.

Engine Oil

Information on checking, adding, and selecting the correct engine oil.

Wheels and Tires

Information on tire care, selection, and maintenance.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Overview of required maintenance and dealer services.

Maintenance Schedule

Schedule for routine and additional required services.

Special Application Services

Specific services for commercial use and AC systems.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Information on maintaining vehicle performance and appearance.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Lists recommended fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on VIN and service parts identification labels.

Vehicle Data

Details capacities and specifications like engine, battery, and fluid volumes.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps for resolving customer concerns with dealers and Chevrolet.

Reporting Safety Defects

Procedures for reporting safety defects to government agencies and GM.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Explains data recording by vehicle computers and privacy considerations.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Overview of the in-vehicle system connecting to an Advisor.

OnStar Services

Details Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics services.

OnStar Additional Information

Information on OnStar services, potential issues, and data privacy.

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