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Chevrolet SS Sedan Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S.-9234782) - 2016 -
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In Brief 7
1.Air Vents 0212ii.
2. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn
and Lane-Change Signals
0 125
ii.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Controls. See Driver
Information Center (DIC)
0 105
ii.
3. Paddle Shifter Up. See Manual
Mode 0236
ii.
4. Cruise Control 0248
ii.
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) 0259
ii(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0255
ii(If Equipped).
5. Instrument Cluster 093
ii.
6. Horn 090
ii.
7. Steering Wheel Controls 089
ii.
8. Paddle Shifter Down. See Manual Mode 0236
ii.
9. Windshield Wiper/Washer
090
ii.
10. Ignition. See Ignition Positions
0 227
ii. 11. Solar Sensor. See
Dual
Automatic Climate Control
System 0208
ii.
12. Infotainment 0128
ii.
13. Heated and Ventilated Front
Seats 048
ii.
14. Hazard Warning Flashers
0124
ii.
15. Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0208
ii.
16. Power Outlets 091
ii(Out
of View).
17. Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0242
ii.
Front and Rear Parking Assist
Button (If Equipped). See
Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing 0251
ii.
Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
Button (If Equipped). See
Assistance Systems for
Parking or Backing 0251
ii.
18. Driver Mode Control 0244
ii.
19. Electric Parking Brake 0240
ii. 20. Shift Lever. See
Automatic
Transmission 0234
iior Manual
Transmission 0238ii(If
Equipped).
21. Steering Wheel Adjustment
089
ii.
22. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0108
ii.
23. Instrument Panel Illumination
Control 0125
ii.
24. Hood Release. See Hood
0 269
ii.
25. Exterior Lamp Controls 0123
ii.
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18 In Brief
Cruise Control
1:Press to turn the cruise control
system on and off. A white indicator
comes on in the instrument cluster
when cruise is turned on.
*: Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set
speed from memory.
RES/+ : If there is a set speed in
memory, move the thumbwheel up
briefly to resume to that speed or
hold upwards to accelerate. If cruise
control is already active, use to
increase vehicle speed. SET/−
:Move the thumbwheel down
briefly to set the speed and activate
cruise control. If cruise control is
already active, use to decrease
speed.
See Cruise Control 0248
ii.
Driver Information
Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the center of
the instrument cluster. It shows the
status of many vehicle systems. The
controls for the DIC are on the turn
signal lever.
1. SET/CLR: Press to set,
or press and hold to clear, the
menu item displayed.
2.
\: Use the band to scroll
through the items in
each menu. 3.
MENU: Press to display the
DIC menus. This button is also
used to return to or exit the last
screen displayed on the DIC.
See Driver Information Center (DIC)
0 105
ii.
Forward Collision Alert
(FCA) System
If equipped, FCA may help avoid or
reduce the harm caused by
front-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator,
V, when a vehicle
is detected ahead. This indicator
displays amber if you follow a
vehicle much too closely. When
approaching a vehicle ahead too
quickly, FCA provides a red flashing
alert on the windshield and rapidly
beeps.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0255
ii.
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In Brief 19
Lane Departure
Warning (LDW)
If equipped, LDW may help avoid
unintentional lane departures at
speeds of 56 km/h (35 mph) or
greater. LDW uses a camera sensor
to detect the lane markings. The
LDW light,
@, is green if a lane
marking is detected. If the vehicle
departs the lane without using a turn
signal in that direction, the light will
change to amber and flash. In
addition, beeps will sound.
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
0 259
ii.
Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA)
If equipped, SBZA will detect
moving vehicles in the next lane
over in the vehicle's side blind zone
area. When this happens, the SBZA
display will light up in the
corresponding outside side mirror
and will flash if the turn signal is on.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
0 257
ii.
Rear Vision
Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC displays a view of
the area behind the vehicle on the
center stack display when the
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to
aid with parking and low-speed
backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0251
ii.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) System
If equipped, the RCTA system uses
a triangle with an arrow displayed
on the RVC screen to warn of traffic
behind your vehicle that may cross
your vehicle's path while in
R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will
sound.
See Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0251
ii.
Parking Assist
If equipped, Rear Parking
Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the
rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in
R (Reverse). It operates at speeds
less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA uses
audible beeps to provide distance
and system information.
The vehicle may also be equipped
with Front Parking Assist.
See
Assistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0251
ii.
Automatic Parking
Assist (APA)
If equipped, the APA system helps
to search for and maneuver the
vehicle into parallel or perpendicular
parking spots using automatic
steering, DIC displays, and beeps.
When the vehicle speed is below
30 km/h (18 mph), press
Oto
enable the system.
See “Automatic Parking Assist
(APA)” underAssistance Systems
for Parking or Backing 0251
ii.
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In Brief 21
Performance and
Maintenance
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
The traction control system limits
wheel spin. The system turns on
automatically every time the vehicle
is started.
The StabiliTrak system assists with
directional control of the vehicle in
difficult driving conditions. The
system turns on automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
.To turn off traction control, press
and release the TCS/StabiliTrak
button
gon the center console.
iilluminates in the instrument
cluster.
. Press and release the TCS/
StabiliTrak button again to turn
on traction control.
. To turn off both traction control
and StabiliTrak, press and hold
the TCS/StabiliTrak button
gon the center console, until
iand
gilluminate in the instrument
cluster.
. Press and release the TCS/
StabiliTrak button again to turn
on both systems.
See Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0242
ii.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning light
alerts to a significant loss in
pressure of one of the vehicle's
tires. If the warning light comes on,
stop as soon as possible and inflate
the tires to the recommended
pressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits
0223
ii. The
warning light will remain on until the
tire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning light
may come on in cool weather when
the vehicle is first started, and then
turn off as the vehicle is driven. This
may be an early indicator that the
tire pressures are getting low and
the tires need to be inflated to the
proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal
monthly tire maintenance. Maintain
the correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System
0 307
ii.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates
engine oil life based on vehicle use
and displays the CHANGE ENGINE
OIL SOON message when it is time
to change the engine oil and filter.
The oil life system should be reset
to 100% only following an oil
change.
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22 In Brief
Resetting the Oil Life System1. Display the REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver
Information Center (DIC)
0 105
ii.
2. Press and hold the SET/CLR button on the DIC while the Oil
Life display is active. The oil
life will change to 100%.
The oil life system can also be reset
as follows: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times
within five seconds.
See Engine Oil Life System 0273
ii.
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel
mileage. Here are some driving tips
to get the best fuel economy
possible.
.
Avoid fast starts and accelerate
smoothly. .
Brake gradually and avoid
abrupt stops.
. Avoid idling the engine for long
periods of time.
. When road and weather
conditions are appropriate, use
cruise control.
. Always follow posted speed
limits or drive more slowly when
conditions require.
. Keep vehicle tires properly
inflated.
. Combine several trips into a
single trip.
. Replace the vehicle's tires with
the same TPC Spec number
molded into the tire's sidewall
near the size.
. Follow recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Battery
The battery is located in the trunk,
behind a trim panel, on the driver
side. When it is time for a new
battery, see your dealer for one that
has the replacement number shown
on the original battery's label.
See Battery - North America 0284
ii.
Roadside Assistance
Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872
TTY Users (U.S. Only):
1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet,
you are automatically enrolled in the
Roadside Assistance program.
See Roadside Assistance Program
0 365
ii.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 27
To customize the doors to
automatically lock when exiting the
vehicle, see“Remote Lock/Unlock/
Start” under Vehicle Personalization
0 117
ii.
Keyed Access
To access a vehicle with a dead
transmitter battery, see Door Locks
0 31
ii.
Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed
to the vehicle will work. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased and
programmed through your dealer.
The vehicle can be reprogrammed
so that lost or stolen transmitters no
longer work. Any remaining
transmitters will need to be
reprogrammed. Each vehicle can
have up to eight transmitters
matched to it. Programming with a Recognized
Transmitter
A new transmitter can be
programmed to the vehicle when
there is one recognized transmitter.
To program, the vehicle must be off
and all of the transmitters, both
currently recognized and new, must
be with you.
1. Place the recognized
transmitter in the transmitter
pocket. The transmitter pocket
is inside the center console
storage area. 2. Insert the new vehicle key into
the key lock cylinder on the
driver door handle and turn the
key, counterclockwise, to the
unlock position five times within
10 seconds.
The Driver Information Center
(DIC) displays READY FOR
REMOTE #2, 3, 4 or 5.
3. Remove the recognized transmitter and place the new
transmitter into the transmitter
pocket.
4. Press the ENGINE START/ STOP button. When the
transmitter is learned, the DIC
will show that it is ready to
program the next transmitter.
5. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and
press
K.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 3–5.
When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold the ENGINE START/
STOP button for 12 seconds to
exit programming mode.
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28 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Programming without a
Recognized Transmitter
If there are no currently recognized
transmitters available, follow this
procedure to program up to eight
transmitters. This procedure will
take approximately 30 minutes to
complete. The vehicle must be off
and all of the transmitters you wish
to program must be with you.1. Insert the vehicle key into the key lock cylinder on the driver
door handle and turn the key,
counterclockwise, to the unlock
position five times within
10 seconds.
The Driver Information Center
(DIC) displays REMOTE
LEARN PENDING,
PLEASE WAIT.
2. Wait for 10 minutes until the DIC displays PRESS ENGINE
START BUTTON TO LEARN
and then press the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
The DIC displays will again
show REMOTE LEARN
PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. 3. Repeat Step 2 two additional
times. After the third time, all
previously known transmitters
will no longer work with the
vehicle. Remaining transmitters
can be relearned during the
next steps.
The DIC display should now
show READY FOR REMOTE
# 1.
4. Place the new transmitter into the transmitter pocket. The
transmitter pocket is inside the
center console storage area.
5. Press the ENGINE START/ STOP button. When the
transmitter is learned the DIC
will show that it is ready to
program the next transmitter.
6. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter pocket and
press
K.
To program additional
transmitters, repeat Steps 4–6. When all additional transmitters
are programmed, press and
hold the ENGINE START/
STOP button for 12 seconds to
exit programming mode.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery
If the transmitter battery is weak, the
DIC may display NO REMOTE
DETECTED when you try to start
the vehicle. The REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
message may also be displayed at
this time.
To start the vehicle:
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 29
1. Open the center consolestorage and place the
transmitter in the transmitter
pocket.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake
pedal and press the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
See Starting the Engine 0229
ii
Replace the transmitter battery as
soon as possible.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
message displays in the DIC. See
Key and Lock Messages 0112
ii.
Caution
When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the
transmitter. The battery is not rechargeable. To
replace the battery:
1. Press the button on the
transmitter to extend the key.
2. Remove the battery cover by prying with a finger.
3. Remove the battery by pushing on the battery and sliding it
toward the key blade.
4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. Push the
battery down until it is held in
place. Replace with a CR2032
or equivalent battery. 5. Snap the battery cover back on
to the transmitter.
Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, remote start allows the
engine to be started from outside
the vehicle.
/(Remote Vehicle Start) : The
remote start button is on the RKE
transmitter.
The climate control system will use
the previous settings during a
remote start.
Laws in some local communities
may restrict the use of remote
starters. For example, some laws
require a person using remote start
to have the vehicle in view. Check
local regulations for any
requirements.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 024
ii.
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40 Keys, Doors, and Windows
The power window switches on the
driver door control all the windows.
Each passenger door has a switch
that controls only that window.
Power window switches work when
the ignition is in ON/RUN, ACC/
ACCESSORY, or Retained
Accessory Power (RAP). See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
0230
ii.
Press the switch to lower the
window. Pull the switch to raise the
window.
Express Window Operation
Windows with an express-down or
express-up feature allow the window
to be lowered or raised without
holding the switch. Pull a window
switch up or press it down all the
way, release it, and the window
goes up or down automatically. Stop
the window by pressing or pulling
the switch in the same direction a
second time, or by briefly operating
the switch to the first detent in either
direction.
Express Window Anti-Pinch
Feature
If an object is in the path of the
window when the express-up is
active, the window will stop at the
obstruction and auto-reverse to a
preset factory position. Weather
conditions such as severe icing may
cause the window to auto-reverse.
The window will return to normal
operation after the obstruction or
condition is removed.
Rear Window Lockout
Pressoto prevent rear seat
passengers from operating the
windows. The indicator light
illuminates when on. Press again to
turn the feature off.
Programming the Power
Windows
If the battery on the vehicle has
been recharged or disconnected
and the windows cannot be closed
automatically, a warning message
will display in the Driver Information
Center (DIC). To reprogram the
windows:
1. The ignition must be in ON/ RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY,
or Retained Accessory
Power (RAP).
2. Press and hold the power window switch until the window
is fully open.
3. Pull the power window switch up until the window is fully
closed and keep holding the
switch up for an additional
two seconds.
4. Repeat for each window.
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88 Instruments and Controls
Instruments and
Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 89
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 89
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 90
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, andIndicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . 95
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . . 96 Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 97
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . . 97
Service Vehicle Soon Light . . . . 99
Brake System Warning Light . . . 99
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Sport Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
StabiliTrak
®OFF Light . . . . . . . . 102
Traction Control System (TCS)/ StabiliTrak
®Light . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 103
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . 103
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 104
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 104
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 104
Door Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Head-Up Display (HUD) . . . . . . 108
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Brake System Messages . . . . . 110
Cruise Control Messages . . . . . 111
Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 111
Engine Cooling System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 112
Engine Power Messages . . . . . 112
Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 112
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . 112
Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Object Detection System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Ride Control System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Service Vehicle Messages . . . . 115
Starting the Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Transmission Messages . . . . . . 116
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