CHEVROLET HHR 2009 1.G Owners Manual

Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter
The vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter.
To use the lighter, located on the instrument panel below
the climate controls, push it in all the way and let go.
When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is
heating will not allow the lighter to back away from
the heating element when it is hot. Damage from
overheating may occur to the lighter or heating
element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a
cigarette lighter in while it is heating. Do not use
equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of
15 amperes.
To clean the center console ashtray, remove the entire
ashtray and empty it.
Notice:If papers, pins, or other ammable items are
put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking
materials could ignite them and possibly damage the
vehicle. Never put ammable items in the ashtray.
Climate Controls
Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can
be controlled with this system.
For vehicles with remote start, the climate control
system comes on and uses the prior temperature
settings selected before you exited the vehicle.
A. Temperature Control
B. Fan Control
C. Air Delivery Mode
Control
D. Air ConditioningE. Outside Air
F. Recirculation
G. Rear Window
Defogger
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9(Off):Turn the fan control to this position to turn the
fan off.
Temperature Control:Turn clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the
temperature.
9(Fan):Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to
increase or decrease the fan speed. In any setting other
than off, the fan runs continuously with the ignition on.
The fan must be turned on to run the air conditioning (AC)
compressor.
Air Delivery Mode Control:Turn clockwise or
counterclockwise to change the direction of the airow
inside the vehicle.
To change the current mode, select one of the following:
H(Vent):Air is directed to the instrument panel
outlets.
)(Bi-Level):Air is divided between the instrument
panel outlets and the oor outlets.
6(Floor):Air is directed to the oor outlets, with
some air directed to the windshield and side windows.
-(Defog):This mode clears the windows of fog or
moisture. Air is directed to the windshield, side window,
and oor outlets. In this mode, the system runs the air
conditioning compressor. To defog the windows faster,
turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the
warmest setting.
0(Defrost):This mode removes fog or frost from
the windshield more quickly. Air is directed to the
windshield, with some air directed to the side window
and oor outlets. In this mode, the system runs the
air conditioning compressor. To defrost the windows
faster, turn the temperature control knob clockwise
to the warmest setting.
#(Air Conditioning):Press to turn the air conditioning
system on or off. An indicator light comes on to show
that the air conditioning is on.
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air
escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time
it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps
the system to operate more efficiently.
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For quick cool down on hot days:
1. Select
H.
2. Select
@.
3. Select
#.
4. Select the coolest temperature.
5. Select the highest fan speed.
Using these settings together for long periods of time
may cause the air inside of the vehicle to become
too dry. To prevent this from happening, after the air in
the vehicle has cooled, turn off the recirculation by
pressing the outside air button.
The air conditioning system removes moisture from
the air, so a small amount of water might drip under
the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine.
This is normal.
The air conditioning compressor cannot be turned on
when the fan is off.
@(Recirculation):Press to turn the recirculation
mode on. An indicator light comes on to show that
recirculation is on.
This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air
inside the vehicle. It can be used to help prevent outside
air and odors from entering the vehicle.The air conditioning compressor also comes on.
Recirculation is not available in oor, defog and defrost
modes. If the recirculation button is pressed, the indicator
light ashes ve times and outside air will be delivered.
Operation in this mode during periods of high humidity
and cool outside temperatures may result in increased
window fogging. If window fogging is experienced, select
the defrost mode.
;(Outside Air):Press to allow outside air to circulate
through the vehicle. An indicator light comes on to show
that outside air is on.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
The rear window defogger only works when the ignition
is in ON/RUN.
<(Rear):Press to turn the rear window defogger on or
off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window
as possible. An indicator light comes on to show that the
rear window defogger is on.
The rear window defogger turns off approximately
15 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned
on again, the defogger only runs for approximately
seven minutes before turning off.
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If the vehicle speed is greater than 50 mph (80 km/h)
and the rear defogger is on, it remains on as long as the
speed is greater than 50 mph (80 km/h). The defogger
can also be turned off by turning off the engine.
For vehicles with the remote start feature, the rear
defogger automatically turns on if it is cold outside. When
the vehicle transitions out of the remote start mode, the
rear defogger turns off. SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 2-4
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the inside
of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or
damage the warming grid, and the repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not attach a
temporary vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything
similar to the defogger grid.
Outlet Adjustment
Turn the outlets and move the outlet vanes to change
the direction of the airow and to open and close
the outlets.
Operation Tips

Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air
inlets at the base of the windshield that may
block the ow of air into the vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood deectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects
to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more
effectively.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The lter removes dust and pollen from the air which is
drawn into the vehicle. Airow reduction is an indication
that the lter needs to be replaced.
The lter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled
maintenance. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4
for replacement intervals. To nd out what type of lter to
use, seeMaintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-16.
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To access the passenger compartment air lter:
1. Open and empty the glove box.
2. Press both glove box stops outward to let the glove
box drop open completely.3. Pull the three tabs of the lter access door down
and open the access door downward.
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4. Pull the lter out toward you, keeping it facing
upwards.
Install the new air lter with the AIR FLOW arrow
pointing downward. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to
reassemble.
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
Warning lights and gages can signal that something is
wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an
expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
the warning lights and gages could prevent injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or is a
problem with one of the vehicle’s functions. Some
warning lights come on briey when the engine is
started to indicate they are working.
Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem
with one of the vehicle’s functions. Often gages and
warning lights work together to indicate a problem with
the vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on
while driving, or when one of the gages shows there may
be a problem, check the section that explains what to do.
Follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be
costly and even dangerous.
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Instrument Panel Cluster
The instrument panel cluster is designed to show how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going,
about how much fuel is left in the fuel tank, and many other things needed to drive safely and economically.
United States Manual Transmission Cluster shown, Automatic, SS and Canada similar
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Speedometer and Odometer
The speedometer shows the speed in both miles per
hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
The vehicle’s odometer works together with the Driver
Information Center (DIC). Trip A and Trip B can be
set on the odometer. See “Trip Information” underDIC
Operation and Displays on page 3-48.
The vehicle does not have to be running to check the
odometer mileage. Simply open the driver’s door and the
mileage briey displays.
If the vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed, the
new one will be set to the correct total mileage of the old
odometer.
Tachometer
The tachometer
displays the engine
speed in revolutions per
minute (RPM).
Notice:If the engine is operated with the
tachometer in the red warning area, the vehicle
could be damaged and the damages would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not operate the
engine with the tachometer in the red warning area.
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Safety Belt Reminders
Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the engine is started, a chime sounds for
several seconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety
belt, unless the driver safety belt is already buckled.
The safety belt light comes
on and stays on for
several seconds, then
ashes for several more.
This chime and light are repeated if the driver remains
unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the driver
safety belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor
the light comes on.
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
Several seconds after the engine is started,
a chime sounds for several seconds to remind
the front passenger to buckle their safety belt.
This only occurs if the passenger airbag is enabled.
SeePassenger Sensing System (Without Turbo/With
Turbo and RPO AS5) on page 1-66orPassenger
Sensing System (With Turbo and RPO AR9 or AE4) on
page 1-72for more information. The passenger safety
belt light, located on the instrument panel, comes on
and stays on for several seconds and then ashes for
several more.
This chime and light are
repeated if the passenger
remains unbuckled and
the vehicle is in motion.
If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the
chime nor the light comes on.
The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime
may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a
briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop or other
electronic device. To turn off the warning light and or
chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the
safety belt.
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Airbag Readiness Light
The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for
possible malfunctions. If the light stays on it indicates
there is an electrical problem. The system check
includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the
airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing
and diagnostic module. For more information on the
airbag system, seeAirbag System on page 1-58.
The airbag readiness light
ashes for a few seconds
when the engine is
started. If the light does
not come on then, have it
xed immediately.{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light stays on after the
vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it
means the airbag system might not be working
properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not
inate in a crash, or they could even inate
without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the
vehicle serviced right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag system, an airbag
Driver Information Center (DIC) message can also come
on. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-50
for more information.
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