CHEVROLET BOLT EV 2017 Owner's Manual

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Congratulations on your new Chevrolet Bolt EV.
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It’s an amazing vehicle, and we’re sure you’re eager to get behind the wheel and see what it can do. For a quick introduction to the Bolt EV, review this quick reference guide. It provides the basic information needed to charge it, start it, and hit the road. Complete details can be found in your Owner Manual.
If you have any questions or would like more information about your Bolt EV, contact a Bolt EV Customer Advisor at 1-877-486-5846.
Getting to Know Your 2017

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Power Mirror Controls/Power Window Controls/Rear Windows Lock
Exterior/Interior Lamp Controls
Turn Signal Lever/ IntelliBeam Control
Regen on Demand Paddle (behind steering wheel)
Audio Volume Buttons (behind steering wheel)
Voice Recognition/Driver Information Center Controls
Power Button
Cruise Control/Forward Collision Alert/Lane Keep Assist/Heated Steering Wheel Controls
Instrument Panel
BRAKE Brake System
Safety Belt Reminder
2 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder
Airbag Readiness
IntelliBeam Lighting
12V Charging System
Vehicle Ahead
Lane Keep Assist Warning
Security
Service Vehicle Soon
PARK Electric Parking Brake Set
Cruise Control
Door Ajar
Instrument Cluster/Driver Information Center
Windshield Wipers Lever
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel Lever (on steering column)
Audio Favorite Stations Buttons
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Refer to your Owner Manual to learn about the information being relayed by the lights, gauges and indicators of the instrument cluster.
See In Brief in your Owner Manual.
Driver’s Heated Seat Control
Infotainment System Touchscreen
Passenger’s Heated Seat ControlClimate Controls
Hazard Warning Flashers/Sport Mode/Traction Control and StabiliTrak Buttons
Accessory Power Outlet
Charging Status Indicator
Electric Parking Brake
Electronic Precision Shift Lever
Antilock Brake System
Lights On Reminder
Pedestrian Ahead
Low Tire Pressure
StabiliTrak/Traction Control
Traction Control Off
StabiliTrak Off
Vehicle Ready

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Getting Started
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
The RKE transmitter (key fob) performs several remote functions and must be in the vehicle to start the Bolt EV.
Keyless Access
With the RKE transmitter within 3 ft. (1 m) of the door, press the button on the driver’s door handle to unlock the door. Press it again within 5 seconds to unlock all doors and the liftgate.
Press the button on a passen-ger’s door handle to unlock all doors and the liftgate.
When unlocked, press the button on any door handle to lock all doors and the liftgate.
Key Release
Press the side button on the transmitter to remove the key, which can be used to unlock the driver’s door.
Unlock
Press to unlock the driver’s door. Press again to unlock all doors.
Lock
Press to lock all doors.
Panic Alarm
Press and release to locate the vehicle.
Press and hold for 3 seconds to sound the panic alarm.

Remote Start
Press the Lock button and then press and hold the
button until the turn signal lamps flash to start the vehicle and condition the passenger cabin temperature from outside. The heat-ing or air conditioning system and rear
window defogger (if needed) will turn on.
After entering the vehicle, press the brake pedal and then press the POWER
button before driving.
Note:
• Press and hold the Remote Start button until the parking lamps turn off to cancel a remote start.
• Only two remote starts are allowed between ignition cycles.
• It’s RECOMMENDED to use this feature when the vehicle is plugged in to allow energy from the wall outlet to assist in getting the cabin to a comfortable temperature and to leave more battery energy for driving.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.

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Starting the Vehicle/ON
With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press the POWER button. A power ON audio cue will sound.
The vehicle will not shift out of Park and a Charge Cord Connected message will display if the vehicle is still plugged in.
When ON, the instrument cluster will display an active battery.
Stopping the Vehicle/OFF
Shift to Park and then press the POWER button. A power OFF audio cue will sound.
Pedestrian Safety Signal
The vehicle is equipped with an automatic sound generator. The sound is automatically generated at speeds below 14 mph to indicate the vehicle’s presence to pedestrians.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Getting Started
POWER Button
The Bolt EV features an electronic push-button start. The POWER button flashes when the driver’s door is opened upon entry. Once the vehicle is ON, the button illuminates.
Note: The air conditioning compressor, pumps and fan may run at any time — even when the vehicle is OFF — to cool or warm the propulsion battery.
Driver’s Seat and Steering Wheel Adjustment
Before driving, adjust the steering wheel and seat to a comfortable position.
Pull down the lever (A) to unlock the steering wheel and adjust its position.
Lift the handle (B) under the right-front side of the seat to slide the seat forward or rearward.
Ratchet the side lever (C) up or down to raise or lower the seat.
Lift the rear lever (D) to adjust the seatback.
See Seats and Restraints in your Owner Manual.
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Electronic Precision Shift
The electronic drive unit shift lever always starts in a center position, represented by a dot on the shift pattern displayed on top of the shift lever. The selected gear position
illuminates in red. After shifting, the shift lever returns to the center position.
Park – Press the button on top of the lever (A) to shift into Park. The vehicle will not shift out of Park unless the ignition is on, the brake pedal is applied, and the button on the side of the lever (B) is pressed.
Reverse – Press the button on the side of the lever (B) and move the lever forward and then left to shift into Reverse.
Neutral – Move and hold the lever forward for ½ second to shift into Neutral.
Note: The transmission will not stay in Neutral for an extended period. It will automatically shift into Park.
Drive – Move the lever rearward to shift into Drive.
One-Pedal Driving – With the transmission in Drive, pull the lever rearward to the L (Low) position to enable “one-pedal” driving. When the accelerator pedal is not applied, regener-ative braking is active to help slow the vehicle. Use the brake pedal for additional braking or panic stops. Pull the lever rearward again to return to Drive.
Automated Car Wash Mode
To place the transmission in Neutral with the vehicle running:
1. While pressing the brake pedal, open the driver’s door and then shift to Neutral.
2. The indicator should show N. If it does not, select Neutral again.
3. Upon returning to the vehicle, shift into Park.
Electric Parking Brake
To apply the parking brake, pull up the
Parking Brake switch by the shift lever.
To release the parking brake, turn on the vehicle, press the brake pedal, and then press the switch.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
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Instrument Cluster
The instrument cluster features an LCD screen that can be configured in 3 different themes.
Classic – Displays basic information on speed, range and other operations along with an efficiency bar that glows green to
yellow based on driving efficiency.
Modern – Displays basic information plus power usage and an efficiency ball that moves up and down based on driving
efficiency.
Enhanced – Displays basic information plus a maximum and minimum range indica-tor, power usage and an efficiency ring that glows green to yellow based on driving efficiency.
Cluster Display Zones
Press the left or right arrow on the Driver Information Center (DIC) controls, located on the right side of the steering wheel, to move between the different display zones.
Press the up or down arrow on the DIC controls to scroll through the display menus.
Press on the DIC controls to select a highlighted item.
Cluster Layouts
1. Use the DIC controls to select the Layout menu in the left display zone on the cluster.
2. Press to display the Layout menu.
3. Scroll to highlight one of the cluster layouts; press .
4. Press to exit the menu.
Cluster Help
To view helpful information about the
features of the instrument cluster, with the vehicle in Park, use the DIC controls to select Help from the Options menu.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner Manual.
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Efficiency
Electric Range
Electric range is affected by colder outside temperatures. During colder months, the
energy needed to warm the vehicle’s cabin and propulsion battery can cause the vehicle’s electric range to decline. See Driving for Better Energy Efficiency in the Driving and Operating section in your Owner Manual.
Driving Style
Your driving style plays a large role in the efficiency of the vehicle. Avoid rapid acceleration or deceleration to help maximize energy efficiency and range. Electric range is maximized at 50 mph and below; higher speeds use more energy and significantly reduce electric range.
Efficiency Gauges
Use the 5-way control to select an instru-ment cluster layout that displays the green efficiency bar, ball or ring indicator.
While driving, try to keep the bar or ring green, or the ball in the center of the gauge, depending on the cluster theme selected. The bar or ring will turn yellow or the ball will move up or down during inefficient acceleration or aggressive braking.
Sport Mode
Press the MODE button on the center of the instrument panel to select the Normal or Sport driving mode.
Normal (Default)
Use in normal driving conditions for efficient operation. This mode is active each time the vehicle is started.
Sport
Use when more performance is needed. This mode increases throttle response. The Sport indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster.
Regen on Demand™
Regen on Demand temporarily regenerates energy from the vehicle’s momentum and stores it in the high voltage propulsion bat-tery for later use.
To activate Regen on Demand, pull and hold the left paddle on the back of the steering wheel without pressing the brake pedal or accelerator pedal.
While pulling the paddle, the vehicle will begin to decelerate using regenerative braking. Regen on Demand is deactivated once the paddle is released or the accelerator pedal is pressed.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.

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Efficiency
Climate Settings
Optimal efficiency is achieved with the climate system off (the climate ON indicator is off on the touchscreen). If using the climate system, the most efficient operation is in the following order:
Fan Only – electric cabin heating/cooling is off (Heat & A/C button indicator is off)
Heat & A/C – provides active cabin heating/cooling, but uses more energy. Touch the screen button to turn the air conditioning and heater on when the fan is on.
Use the heated seats and heated steering wheel (if equipped) to reduce the demand on the cabin heating system. Heating the seats and steering wheel uses less energy than heating the vehicle interior.
See Climate Controls in your Owner Manual.
Information Displays
Press the Energy button on the touchscreen and then touch the Flow, Charging, Information, or Energy Settings icon to display the desired energy information.
Flow
The Power Flow screen indicates the current system operating condition, showing the power flow between the high voltage propul-sion battery and electric drive unit.
Charging
The Charging screens show the Charge Mode and Charge Limit status. The vehicle has three programmable charge modes:
• Immediately upon plug-in
• Delayed based on departure time
• Delayed based on electric rates and departure time
Touch each screen button to change the
settings. See Charging (page 12).
Information
The Information screens show the Energy Detail since the last time the vehicle was fully recharged. The Energy Usage Score provides an estimate of the factors that influence energy usage since the last full charge. The Consumption History shows the average
energy efficiency over the last 50 miles.
Energy Settings
The Energy Settings include feedback and alerts that can be set to your preference.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner Manual.

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Settings and Controls
Refer to your Owner Manual for important safety information about using the infotainment system while driving.
Vehicle Personalization
A number of vehicle features can be customized using the Settings menus on the touchscreen.
1. Touch Settings on the Home screen.
2. Touch the desired menu item.
3. Touch the desired feature and setting.
4. Touch the Return icon to exit each menu.
Infotainment
The Infotainment system features radio, auxiliary device input, voice recognition and Bluetooth® phone and audio functions, and available navigation.
Connect an auxiliary device to the input jack or USB port, located in the compartment behind the shift lever.
To pair a Bluetooth phone, use the touchscreen to select Settings > Devices > Add Device. Follow the pairing instructions.
For more information, visit my.chevrolet.com/learn.
Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto capability may be available through a compatible smart-phone. If available, a Projection icon will appear on the Home page icon screen of the infotainment display.
1. No app is required for Apple CarPlay. Download the Android Auto app to your phone from the Google Play Store.
2. Connect your Apple iPhone or Android phone by plugging the compatible phone USB cable into a USB data port. Use your device’s factory-provided USB cable. Aftermarket cables may not work.
3. The Projection icon will change to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, depending on the phone. Apple CarPlay or Android Auto may launch automatically upon USB connec-tion. If not, touch the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto icon on the home page.
For more information, visit my.chevrolet.com/learn.
OnStar with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi®
With OnStar 4G LTE and Wi-Fi®, up to seven devices (smartphones, tablets and laptops) can be connected to high-speed internet through the vehicle’s built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.
To retrieve the SSID and password for the hotspot, press the OnStar Voice Command button on the overhead console, wait for the prompt, and then say “Wi-Fi settings.” The information will be displayed on the screen.
For assistance, press the blue OnStar button or call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
See Infotainment and Instruments and Controls in your Owner Manual.