buttons CHEVROLET BOLT EV 2021 Owner's Manual

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10 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on with a door open, and
then all doors are closed, the vehicle will
check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE
transmitter is not detected, the Driver
Information Center (DIC) will display NO
REMOTE DETECTED and the horn will chirp
three times.
This occurs only once each time the vehicle
is driven.
SeeVehicle Personalization 0101.
Keyless Liftgate Opening
Press the touch pad on the underside of the
liftgate glass and lift up to open if the RKE
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) and the doors
are locked. If the doors are unlocked, the
transmitter is not required to open the
liftgate. See Liftgate018.
Key Access
To access a vehicle with a weak transmitter
battery, see Door Locks014.
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 Two Recognized
Transmitters
A new transmitter can be programmed to
the vehicle when there are two recognized
transmitters. To program, the vehicle must
be off and all of the transmitters, both
currently recognized and new, must be
with you.
1. Open the center console and take out
the small tray, if equipped. Place the two
recognized transmitters in the backup
location with the buttons facing down.
2. Remove the key lock cylinder cover on the driver door handle. See Door Locks
0 14. Insert the vehicle key of the new
transmitter into the key lock cylinder on
the driver door handle and turn the key
to the unlock position five times within
10 seconds.
The DIC displays READY FOR REMOTE # 3,
4, 5, 6, 7, or 8.
3. Place the transmitter to be programmed in the backup location with the buttons
facing down.
4. Press POWER
Oto start the vehicle.
When the transmitter is learned, the DIC
will show that it is ready to program the
next transmitter.
5. Remove the transmitter from the backup location and press
KorQ.
To program additional transmitters,
repeat Steps 3–5.
When all additional transmitters are
programmed, press and hold POWER
O
for 12 seconds to exit
programming mode.

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6. Put the key back into the RKEtransmitter.
7. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See Door Locks 014.
Programming without Two Recognized
Transmitters
If two currently recognized transmitters are
not available, follow this procedure to
program up to eight transmitters. This
feature is not available in Canada. This
procedure will take approximately
30 minutes to complete. The vehicle must
be off and all of the transmitters to be
programmed must be with you. 1. Remove the key lock cylinder cover on the driver door handle. See Door Locks
0 14. Insert the vehicle key of the
transmitter into the key lock cylinder on
the driver door handle and turn the key
to the unlock position five times within
10 seconds.
The 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 POWER
O.
The DIC 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 should now show READY FOR
REMOTE # 1.
4. Open the center console and take outthe small tray, if equipped. Place the
transmitter in the backup location with
the buttons facing down.
5. Press POWER
Oto start the vehicle.
When the transmitter is learned, the DIC
will show that it is ready to program the
next transmitter. 6. Remove the transmitter from the backup
location and press
KorQ.
To program additional transmitters,
repeat Steps 4–6.
When all additional transmitters are
programmed, press and hold POWER
O
for 12 seconds to exit
programming mode.
7. Put the key back into the RKE transmitter.
8. Replace the key lock cylinder cap. See Door Locks 014.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Transmitter Battery
While trying to start the vehicle, if the
transmitter battery is weak or if there is
interference with the signal, the DIC may
display NO REMOTE DETECTED or USE
TRANSMITTER POCKET TO START. The DIC
may also display REPLACE BATTERY IN
REMOTE KEY.
For improved vehicle security, the
transmitter is equipped with a motion
sensor. When starting the vehicle, if the
transmitter has been idle for a while, move
the transmitter slightly and then try to start
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To start the vehicle:
1. Open the center console and take outthe small tray, if equipped. Place the
transmitter in the backup location with
the buttons facing down.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and
press POWER
O. Replace the transmitter
battery as soon as possible.
Battery Replacement
{Warning
Never allow children to play with the RKE
transmitter. The transmitter contains a
small battery, which can be a choking (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
hazard. If swallowed, internal burns can
occur, resulting in severe injury or death.
Seek medical attention immediately if a
battery is swallowed.
{Warning
To avoid personal injury, do not touch
metal surfaces on the RKE transmitter
when it has been exposed to extreme
heat. These surfaces can be hot to the
touch at temperatures above 59 °C
(138 °F).
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch
any of the circuitry on the transmitter.
Static from your body could damage the
transmitter.
Caution
Always replace the battery with the
correct type. Replacing the battery with
an incorrect type could potentially create
a risk of battery explosion. Dispose of
used batteries according to instructions
and local laws. Do not attempt to burn,
crush, or cut the used battery, and avoid
exposing the battery to environments
with extremely low air pressures or high
temperatures.
Replace the battery if the DIC displays
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY.
The battery is not rechargeable. To replace
the battery:

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cause the seat heater to overheat. An
overheated seat heater may cause a burn
or may damage the seat.
If equipped, the heated seat controls are on
the infotainment display. To operate, the
vehicle must be on.
Touch
MorLto heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion. Indicator lights on
the infotainment display show the current
setting with three level indicators for high,
medium, or low.
Touch the screen once for the highest
setting. With each touch of the screen, the
heated seat will change to the next lower
setting, and then to the off setting. The
lights indicate three for the highest setting
and one for the lowest. If the front heated seats are on high, the
level may automatically be lowered after
approximately 30 minutes. The passenger
seat may take longer to heat up.
Auto Heated Seats
When the vehicle is on, this feature will
automatically activate the heated seats at
the level required by the vehicle’s interior
temperature. In auto mode, the indicators
automatically show the level setting
required.
Use the manual heated seat buttons to turn
auto heated seats off. Once this feature is
turned off, the auto heated seats will be
activated the next time the vehicle is
started. In manual mode, the controls can
be accessed while the vehicle is on by
touchingMorL.
If the passenger seat is unoccupied, the auto
heated seats feature will not activate
that seat.
The auto heated seats feature can be
programmed to always be enabled when
the vehicle is on. See Vehicle Personalization
0 101.
Remote Start Heated Seats
When it is cold outside, the heated seats
can be turned on automatically during a
remote vehicle start.
The heated seats will be canceled when the
vehicle is started. If the auto heated seats
are enabled in vehicle personalization, the
seat heating level will automatically change
to the level required by the vehicle's interior
temperature when the vehicle is on.
The temperature performance of an
unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is
normal.
The heated seats will not turn on during a
remote start unless the heated seat feature
is enabled. See Vehicle Personalization 0101.
If equipped, the heated steering wheel will
turn on automatically during a remote start
if it is cold outside. The heated seat
indicators and heated steering wheel
indicator may not come on during this
operation.

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{Warning
A seat belt that is improperly routed, not
properly attached, or twisted will not
provide the protection needed in a crash.
The person wearing the belt could be
seriously injured. After raising the rear
seatback, always check to be sure that
the seat belts are properly routed and
attached, and are not twisted.
To raise a seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward to lock it in place. Make sure the seat
belt is in the retainer hook and is not
twisted or caught in the seatback.
A tab near the seatback lever retracts
when the seatback is locked in place.
The center rear seat belt may lock when
you raise the seatback. If this happens,
let the belt go back all the way and start
again.
2. Push and pull the top of the seatback to be sure it is locked into position.
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the other seatback, if necessary.
When the seat is not in use, it should be
kept in the upright, locked position.
Rear Seat Armrest
The rear seat has an armrest in the center
of the seatback. Lower the armrest to access
the two cupholders.
To fold, lift the armrest up and push it
rearward until it is flush with the seatback.
Heated Rear Seats
{Warning
If temperature change or pain to the skin
cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause
burns. See the Warning under Heated
Front Seats 029.
If equipped, the rear heated seat buttons
are on the rear doors.
Press
LorMto heat the left outboard or
right outboard seat cushion.
Seat Belts
This section describes how to use seat belts
properly, and some things not to do.
{Warning
Do not let anyone ride where a seat belt
cannot be worn properly. In a crash,
if you or your passenger(s) are not
wearing seat belts, injuries can be much
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If the position you are using does
not have a headrest or head
restraint and you are using a dual
tether, route the tether over the
seatback.
If the position you are using has an
adjustable headrest or head
restraint and you are using a dual
tether, raise the headrest or head
restraint and route the tether under
the headrest or head restraint and
around the headrest or head
restraint posts.
If the child restraint is installed next
to a center seat, make sure the top
tether does not interfere with the
center seating position shoulder
belt/retractor. If it does, find
another suitable seating position to
install the child restraint.
If the position you are using has an
adjustable headrest or head
restraint and you are using a single
tether, raise the headrest or head
restraint and route the tether under
the headrest or head restraint and
in between the headrest or head
restraint posts.
3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in
place. To check, grasp the child restraint
at the LATCH path and attempt to move
it side to side and back and forth. There
should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of
movement for proper installation.
Head Restraint Removal and
Reinstallation
The rear outboard head restraints can be
removed if they interfere with the proper
installation of the child restraint.
To remove the head restraint:
1. Partially fold the seatback forward. See Rear Seats 031 for additional
information.
2. Press both buttons on the head restraint posts at the same time, and pull up on
the head restraint.
3. Store the head restraint in a secure place.

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Touch the Temporary Override tab on the
Charging screen.
Select:
.Immediate: Charge immediately at
plug in.
.Temporary Departure: Set the temporary
departure time.
.Off: Cancel Temporary Charge mode.
Target Charge Level
This mode allows the charging range for the
vehicle to be set based on what is needed.
When at a public pay station and a full
charge is not needed, the target charge level
can be set to only get as much range as
needed.
If driving on a hill, the target charge level
can be set to stop the charge before the
battery is full to allow space for energy
from regenerative braking when going down
a hill.
There is a minimum target charge level.
Once this level is reached,–will be
grayed out.
Target Charge Level can also be set
separately for Location-Based Home and
Away locations. If available, the Home and
Away buttons will appear on the screen.
Touch the Target Charge Level tab on the
Charging screen.
Touch + or –to increase or decrease the
charge level.
A reminder will be displayed on the
Instrument Cluster to show Target Charge
Level set.

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Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Automatic Climate Control System . . . . 140
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Maintenance
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . 144
Air Conditioning Regular Operation . . . . 145
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Climate Control Systems
Automatic Climate Control System
The climate control buttons on the center
stack and on the climate control display are
used to adjust the heating, cooling, and
ventilation.
Center Stack Climate Controls
1. Defrost/Defog
2. Air Delivery Mode Controls
3. Max Defrost
4. Manual Fan Control Buttons
5. Temperature Control Knob
6. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 7. Rear Window Defogger
Climate Control Display
1. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If
Equipped)
2. Climate On-Off
3. Recirculation
4. Heater Power
5. A/C (Air Conditioning) Power
6. Fan Speed and Temperature Status
The heated seats, if equipped, climate on/
off, recirculation, heat, and air conditioning
can be controlled by touching Climate
Settings on the infotainment Home Page.

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A selection can then be made on the climate
settings page.
Automatic Operation
The system automatically controls the fan
speed, air delivery, air conditioning, electric
heating, and recirculation to heat or cool the
vehicle to the selected temperature.
When AUTO is lit, all five functions operate
automatically. Each function can also be
manually set and the selected setting is
displayed or the indicator is lit. Functions
not manually set will continue to be
automatically controlled, even if the AUTO
indicator is not lit.
For automatic operation:1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature. An initial setting of 22 °C (72 °F) is recommended. Allow the
system time to stabilize. Adjust the
temperature as needed.
Manual Operation
ON : Touch to turn the climate control
system on and off. The climate control system will turn on
when any climate control button is pressed
on the center stack or touched on the
climate control display. To turn the system
off, touch ON again.
DorC:
Press the buttons to increase or
decrease the fan speed. The fan speed
setting appears on the climate control
display. Manually adjusting the fan speed
cancels automatic fan control. Press AUTO to
return to automatic operation. Touch ON to
turn off the fan and the climate control
system.
Temperature Control : Turn the knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or
decrease the temperature setting.
Air Delivery Mode Control : Press
c,
d, or0on the center stack to change
the direction of airflow. Any combination of
the three buttons can be selected. The
selected air delivery mode button indicator
is lit.
Pressing any button cancels automatic air
delivery control and the direction of the
airflow can be controlled manually. Press
AUTO to return to automatic operation.
0: Air is directed to the windshield.
d:Air is directed to the instrument panel
outlets.
c: Air is directed to the floor outlets.
0MAX : Air is directed to the windshield
and the fan runs at a higher speed. Fog or
frost is cleared from the windshield more
quickly. When the button is pressed again,
the system returns to the previous mode
setting.
For best results, clear all snow and ice from
the windshield before defrosting.
L: Touch to turn on recirculation.
An indicator light comes on. Air is
recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the
vehicle or to reduce the entry of outside air
and odors. Using the recirculation mode for
extended periods may cause the windows to
fog. If this happens, select the defrost mode.
Using air conditioning and recirculation
together for long periods of time may cause
the air inside the vehicle to become too dry.
To prevent this from happening, after the
air in the vehicle has cooled, turn the
recirculation mode off.

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Touching this button cancels automatic
recirculation. Press AUTO to return to
automatic operation; recirculation runs
automatically as needed.
vHEAT :Touch to turn the heater on when
the fan is on.
A/C : Touch to turn the air conditioning on
when the fan is on.
Auto Defog : The system will monitor high
humidity inside the vehicle. When high
humidity is detected, the climate control
system may adjust to outside air supply and
turn on the air conditioner or the heater.
The fan speed may slightly increase to help
prevent fogging. When high humidity is no
longer detected, the system will return to
its prior operation. To turn Auto Defog off
or on, see “Climate and Air Quality” under
Vehicle Personalization 0101.
Auto Heated Seats : If equipped, when the
vehicle is on, this feature will automatically
activate the heated seats at the level
required by the vehicle’s interior
temperature. In auto mode, the indicators
automatically show the level setting
required. Use the manual heated seat buttons on the
infotainment display to turn auto heated
seats off. Once this feature is turned off, the
auto heated seats will be activated the next
time the vehicle is turned on.
In manual mode, the controls can be
accessed while the vehicle is on by touching
(orMwith three level indicators high,
medium, low or off on the climate control
display. If the passenger seat is unoccupied,
the auto heated seats feature will not
activate that seat. See Heated Front Seats
0 29 and
Vehicle Personalization 0101.
Rear Window Defogger
K:Press to turn the rear window defogger
on or off. An indicator light on the button
comes on to show that the rear window
defogger is on.
The defogger only works when the vehicle is
on. The defogger will turn off if the vehicle
is turned off.
Caution
Do not try to clear frost or other material
from the inside of the front windshield
and rear window with a razor blade or
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Caution (Continued)
anything else that is sharp. This may
damage the rear window defogger grid
and affect the radio's ability to pick up
stations clearly. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Remote Start : The climate control system
may be started by using the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter. The climate control
system will default to an appropriate
heating or cooling mode. See Remote Start
0 13.
The rear window defogger turns on if it is
cold outside.
Mobile Application Feature
If equipped, this feature allows a
smartphone to set the start-up climate
control settings. The following features can
be set:
.Temperature
.Fan Speed
.Air Delivery Mode
.Climate Mode
.Recirculation