ignition CHEVROLET CAMARO 2022 Owners Manual

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Introduction 5
1.Air Vents 0182.
2. Instrument Panel Illumination Control
0113.
3. Exterior Lamp Controls 0110.
Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0112.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
0 110.
4. Tap Shift (If Equipped). See Manual Mode
0 211.
Active Rev Match 0215 (If Equipped).
5. Instrument Cluster 083.
6. Windshield Wiper/Washer 078.
7. Infotainment. See Overview0117.
8. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0111.
9. Automatic Climate Control System 0176
or
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 179 (If Equipped).
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 040
(If Equipped).
10. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
0 209 or
Manual Transmission 0213.
11. Power Outlets 080. 12.
Electric Parking Brake 0216.
13. Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0218.
Driver Mode Control 0219.
14. Hazard Warning Flashers 0112.
15. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition
Positions 0203.
16. Steering Wheel Controls 078.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 099.
17. Audio Controls. See Steering Wheel
Controls 078.
18. Horn 078.
19. Steering Wheel Adjustment 078 (Out
of View).
20. Cruise Control 0225.
Heated Steering Wheel 078 (If
Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 230 (If Equipped).
21. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0101 (If
Equipped).
22. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp 092.
Hood Release (Out of View). See Hood
0 240.

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Q:Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or
the horn may sound on the second press to
indicate locking. See Vehicle Personalization
0 105.
If the driver door is open when
Qis pressed
and Open Door Anti-Lockout is enabled, all
doors will lock and then the driver door will
immediately unlock. See Vehicle
Personalization 0105. If the passenger door
is open when
Qis pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing
Qmay also arm the alarm system.
See Vehicle Alarm System 021.
K:Press to unlock the driver door. Press
unlock again within five seconds to unlock
all doors. The RKE transmitter can be
programmed to unlock all doors on the first
button press. See Vehicle Personalization
0 105.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or
the horn may sound to indicate unlocking.
See Vehicle Personalization 0105.
Pressing
Kwill disarm the alarm system.
See Vehicle Alarm System 021. If equipped, press and hold
Kon the RKE
transmitter to open the windows remotely,
if enabled. See Vehicle Personalization 0105.
/:If equipped, press and releaseQand
then immediately press and hold
/for at
least four seconds to start the engine from
outside the vehicle using the RKE
transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start 014.
X:Press twice quickly to release the
trunk.
M: If equipped, press and releaseK,
then immediately press and hold
M
continuously to open the convertible top all
the way. The vehicle must be off to operate
the convertible top with the RKE transmitter.
The top will stop movement approximately
one second after
Mis released. To stop
the top immediately, press
7,K, orQon
the RKE transmitter.
Mwill only open the
convertible top.
The convertible top can also be opened
using a button in the overhead console. See
Convertible Top 030.
7:Press and release to initiate vehicle
locator. The exterior lamps flash and the
horn chirps three times. Press and hold
7for at least three seconds
to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds
and the turn signals flash for 30 seconds,
or until
7is pressed again or the ignition is
turned on.
Convertible Top
.Do not try to start the vehicle while using
the RKE transmitter to open the
convertible top. Release
Mon the RKE
transmitter and ENGINE START/STOP. Wait
a few seconds before starting the vehicle
normally.
.The passive door unlock feature may not
operate properly while using the RKE
transmitter to open the convertible top.
The convertible top can also be opened
using a button in the overhead console. See
Convertible Top 030.
Keyless Access Operation
The Keyless Access system lets you lock and
unlock the doors and access the trunk
without removing the RKE transmitter from
your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The RKE
transmitter should be within 1 m (3 ft) of the
trunk or door being opened. There will be
buttons on the outside door handles.

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If the vehicle is low on fuel, do not use the
remote start feature. The vehicle may run
out of fuel.
Extending Engine Run Time
The engine run time can also be extended
by another 15 minutes, if during the first
15 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while
the engine is still running. An extension can
be requested, 30 seconds after starting. This
provides a total of 30 minutes.
The remote start can only be extended once.
When the remote start is extended, the
second 15-minute period is added on to the
first 15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a
remote start with an extension, are allowed
between ignition cycles.
The ignition must be turned on and then off
before the remote start procedure can be
used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the
following:
.Press and hold/until the parking lamps
turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start Will
Not Work
The remote start will not operate if:
.The RKE transmitter is in the vehicle.
.The vehicle is not off.
.The hood is not closed.
.The hazard warning flashers are on.
.There is an emission control system
malfunction.
.The engine coolant temperature is
too high.
.The oil pressure is low.
.Two remote vehicle starts, or a single
remote start with an extension, have
already been used.
.The vehicle is not in P (Park).
Door Locks
{Warning
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
.Passengers, especially children, can
easily open the doors and fall out of a
moving vehicle. The doors can be
unlocked and opened while the vehicle (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
is moving. The chance of being thrown
out of the vehicle in a crash is
increased if the doors are not locked.
So, all passengers should wear seat
belts properly and the doors should be
locked whenever the vehicle is driven.
.Young children who get into unlocked
vehicles may be unable to get out.
A child can be overcome by extreme
heat and can suffer permanent injuries
or even death from heat stroke.
Always lock the vehicle whenever
leaving it.
.Outsiders can easily enter through an
unlocked door when you slow down
or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors
can help prevent this from happening.
To lock or unlock the doors from outside the
vehicle:
.PressQorKon the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter.
.Use Keyless Access. See Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation 07.
.Use the key in the driver door. The key
cylinder is covered with a cap.

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3. Slide the cap forward and press theforward edge to install the cap in place.
4. Release the door handle.
5. Check that the cap is secure.
Free-Turning Locks
The door key lock cylinder turns freely when
either the wrong key is used, or the correct
key is not fully inserted. The free-turning
door lock feature prevents the lock from
being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it
to the vertical position with the correct key
fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it
again. If this does not reset the lock, turn
the key halfway around in the cylinder and
repeat the reset procedure.
Power Door Locks
Q: Press to lock the doors. The indicator
light in the switch will illuminate when
activated.
K: Press to unlock the doors.
Delayed Locking
This feature delays the locking of the doors
until five seconds after all doors are closed.
Delayed locking can only be turned on when
the Open Door Anti-Lockout feature has
been turned off. When
Qis pressed on the power door lock
switch while the door is open, a chime will
sound three times indicating delayed locking
is active.
The doors will lock automatically
five seconds after all doors are closed. If a
door is reopened before that time, the
five-second timer will reset when all doors
are closed again.
Press
Qon the door lock switch again or
press
Qon the RKE transmitter to lock the
doors immediately.
This feature can also be programmed. See
Vehicle Personalization 0105.
Automatic Door Locks
When the doors are closed, the ignition is
on, and the shift lever is moved out of
P (Park) for automatic transmissions, or the
vehicle speed is above 13 km/h (8 mph) for
manual transmissions, the doors will lock.
To unlock the doors:
.PressKon a power door lock switch.
.If equipped with an automatic
transmission, shift the transmission into
P (Park).

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The alarm will also be activated if the
passenger door, the trunk, or the hood is
opened without first disarming the system.
When the alarm is activated, the turn
signals flash and the horn sounds for about
30 seconds. The alarm system will then
re-arm to monitor for the next unauthorized
event.
Disarming the System
To disarm the system or turn off the alarm
if it has been activated, do one of the
following:
.PressKon the RKE transmitter.
.Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
.Lock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter
after all occupants have left the vehicle
and all doors are closed.
.Always unlock the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter. Unlocking the driver door
with the key will not disarm the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
IfKis pressed on the RKE transmitter and
the horn chirps and the lights flash three
times, a previous alarm occurred while the
system was armed.
If the alarm has been activated, a message
will appear on the Driver Information
Center (DIC).
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement 0334.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent
system.
The system does not have to be manually
armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically immobilized
when the transmitter leaves the vehicle.
The immobilization system is disarmed
when the ignition button is pressed and a
valid transmitter is found in the vehicle.
The security light in the instrument cluster
comes on when there is a problem with
arming or disarming the theft-deterrent
system.
The system has one or more transmitters
matched to an immobilizer control unit in
your vehicle. Only a correctly matched
transmitter will start the vehicle. If the
transmitter is ever damaged, you may not
be able to start your vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light comes on briefly when the
ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the security
light stays on, there is a problem with the
system. Turn the vehicle off and try again.

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Window Express Movement
All windows can be opened without holding
the window switch. Press the switch down
fully and quickly release to express open the
window.
If equipped, pull the window switch up fully
and quickly release to express close the
window.
Briefly press or pull the window switch in
the same direction to stop that window’s
express movement.
Front window express-up motion is disabled
when the corresponding rear window is not
fully closed.
Window Selector Switch
This feature allows the window switches to
operate both the front and rear windows.
Press the front or rear button to operate the
desired windows. The light will indicate
which windows are being operated. The
default operation is the front windows.
Window Automatic Reversal System
The express-close feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in contact
with an object. Extreme cold or ice could
cause the window to auto-reverse. The
window will operate normally after the
object or condition is removed.
Automatic Reversal System Override
{Warning
If automatic reversal system override is
active, the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could be
injured and the window could be
damaged. Before using automatic reversal
system override, make sure that all
people and obstructions are clear of the
window path.
When the engine is on, override the
automatic reversal system by pulling and
holding the window switch if conditions
prevent it from closing.
Programming the Power Windows
Programming may be necessary if the
vehicle's battery has been disconnected or
discharged. If the window is unable to
express-close, program each express-close
window: 1. Close all doors.
2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ ACCESSORY.
3. Partially open the window to be programmed. Then close it and continue
to pull the switch briefly after the
window has fully closed.
4. Open the window and continue to press the switch briefly after the window has
fully opened.
Window Operation with Convertible Top
Windows will automatically lower fully
when the convertible top is lowered or
raised. See Convertible Top 030.
The rear windows should always be raised
before the front windows to ensure the
best seal.

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Remote Window Operation
If equipped, this feature allows the windows
to be opened remotely.
If enabled, press and hold
Kon the RKE
transmitter. See Vehicle Personalization
0 105.
Window Indexing
If the window freezes to the door:
1. Push the top of the window inward while opening the door.
2. Clear all snow and ice from the door and glass.
3. Open the window completely and then close it.
4. Close the door.
When fully closed, indexing automatically
lowers the window a small amount when
the door is opened. When the door is
closed, the window will raise to its previous
position. If either window does not index
properly, it could be due to loss of power.
Before seeing your dealer for service,
program the power windows.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block glare.
Detach the sun visor from the center mount
to pivot to the side window and,
if equipped, extend along the rod.
Roof
Sunroof
If equipped, the sunroof only operates when
the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY,
or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is
active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
0 207.
The sunroof switch is on the overhead
console.
Express-Open : Press
eto the second
detent and release to express-open the
sunroof. Press the switch again to stop the
movement. Press and hold
gto close the
sunroof.

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2. The top will stop movementapproximately one second after
Kis
released. To stop the top immediately,
press
7,K, orQon the RKE
transmitter.
Mwill only open the
convertible top.
See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
0 7and
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation 07.
Closing the Convertible Top
The RKE transmitter cannot be used to close
the convertible top. 1. Make sure the sun visors are stored in the center mount position.
2. Remove all objects from the top of the tonneau cover and forward of the
partition. Place the partition in the rear
storage area in the upright position.
Fasten both sides of the partition to the
posts just below the tonneau cover. See
Rear Storage 075.
3. Close the trunk.
4. Start the vehicle or place it in ACC/ ACCESSORY. 5. When possible, operate the convertible
top when the vehicle is stopped. The top
can be operated while driving below
50 km/h (31 mph) and will stop if that
speed is exceeded. The top operation will
take approximately 25 seconds. Make
sure the top operation can be completed
before that speed is reached.
6. Press and hold the top ofM. The
windows will automatically lower.
7. After the convertible top is completely closed, a DIC message displays. Release
the switch. Raise the windows if needed.
If the radio is on, the sound may be muted
for a brief time due to a new audio system
equalization being loaded. Troubleshooting
Check the following if the convertible top
switch
Mis not operating:
.The ignition should be on or in ACC/
ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) should be active.
.The trunk lid should be closed and the
trunk partition in place. A DIC message
will display.
.If the ONLY MANUAL OPERATION OF TOP
POSSIBLE message is displayed on the
DIC, see
“Manual Movement of Top” later
in this section.
.At cooler outside temperatures, the
convertible top may not open. It is
possible to close the top down to
temperatures of about 0 °C (32 °F). A DIC
message will display if the top will not
open due to low temperature.
If necessary, move the vehicle to a heated
indoor area to operate the top.
.If the top has recently been cycled
repeatedly or left in an intermediate
state, it will be temporarily disabled.
A DIC message displays. Normal operation
will be restored within 10 minutes after
the system has cooled.

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.If the vehicle battery is low, the power
top operation may be disabled. Try to
start the vehicle. A DIC message displays.
.If the battery has recently been
reconnected or if the vehicle has been
jump started, the top may not operate
until the power windows have been
indexed. Complete the power window
indexing procedure. SeePower Windows
0 27.
Other features may be affected while
operating the convertible top:
.The trunk can only be opened with the
key until the convertible top is
completely opened or closed.
.The windows cannot close while the top
is moving.
.When driving with the top not fully
secured, chimes can be heard above
80 km/h (50 mph).
If the vehicle battery has been disconnected
and reconnected, the fuses were pulled or
replaced, or a jump start was performed, the
TOP NOT SECURE message may display.
Press and hold
Mto open/close the top
until this message is cleared. Partial Top Cycling
If the convertible top operation is stopped
before completion, the top will temporarily
hold its position. If the ignition is on or in
ACC/ACCESSORY, the top will be held for up
to five minutes, then pulse down. If the
vehicle is moving or off, the amount of time
will vary from a few seconds to about a
minute.
Beeps and DIC messages will be displayed
before the top will move. When this occurs,
immediately finish the convertible top
operation by pressing
Magain until it
completes.
If the top cannot be secured, keep clear of
the top components. In some conditions the
top may move quickly.
Do not drive with the convertible top in an
unsecured position. The top components
may move unexpectedly. In some cases the
top may not be able to be power operated.
If this occurs, follow the DIC messages
displayed.
If the tonneau cover is not secured and
latched, and the vehicle is moving above
10 km/h (6 mph), the tonneau cover may
automatically move to a stable position.
Manual Movement of Top
If the DIC displays the ONLY MANUAL
OPERATION OF TOP POSSIBLE message:
1. Press
Mto either open or close the
top. Press the switch in the opposite
direction if one does not work.
2. If the top moves, continue pressing the switch in that direction for at least
five seconds. The top should then work
normally.
If the top does not respond in either
direction, take it to your dealer for service.
If the top is retracted but not latched, use
the following procedure to manually close
the convertible top and tonneau cover if
needed. This requires more than one person.

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Adjust the head restraint so that the top of
the restraint is at the same height as the
top of the occupant's head. This position
reduces the chance of a neck injury in a
crash.
To raise or lower the head restraint, press
the button located on the side of the head
restraint, and pull up or push the head
restraint down, and release the button. Pull
and push on the head restraint after the
button is released to make sure that it is
locked in place.
The front outboard head restraints are not
removable.
Front Seats
Seat Adjustment
{Warning
You can lose control of the vehicle if you
try to adjust a driver seat while the
vehicle is moving. Adjust the driver seat
only when the vehicle is not moving.
To adjust the seat position:1. Pull up on the handle at the front of the seat cushion to unlock it.
2. Move the seat forward or rearward and release the handle. 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to
be sure it is locked in place.
Power Seat Adjustment
{Warning
The power seats will work with the
ignition off. Children could operate the
power seats and be injured. Never leave
children alone in the vehicle.
To adjust a power seat, if equipped:
.Move the seat forward or rearward by
sliding the horizontal control forward or
rearward.