battery CHEVROLET CAMARO SS 2010 Owners Manual

Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System
SeeRadio Frequency Statement
(US, Can) on page 12-15for
information regarding Part 15 of
the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and
RSS-210/211 of Industry and
Science Canada.
Changes or modifications to this
system by other than an authorized
service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
If there is a decrease in the RKE
operating range, try this:
•Check the distance. The
transmitter may be too far from
the vehicle. Stand closer
during rainy or snowy weather.
•Check the location. Other
vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take a
few steps to the left or right,
hold the transmitter higher, and
try again.
•Check the transmitter’s battery.
See “Battery Replacement”
later in this section.
•If the transmitter is still not
working correctly, see your
dealer/retailer or a qualified
technician for service.
Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation
If available, the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter will work
up to 65 feet (20 m) away from
the vehicle.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter.
SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System on page 1-3.The following may be available:
Q(Lock):Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may
flash and/or the horn may sound to
indicate locking, see “Remote
Feedback” underVehicle
Personalization on page 4-38.
If the passenger door is open
when
Qis pressed, all doors lock. RKE without Remote Start Shown
Keys, Doors and Windows 1-3

If the driver door is open whenQis
pressed, all doors lock except
the driver door, if enabled through
the vehicle personalization.
Pressing
Qmay also arm the
theft-deterrent system. See
Anti-Theft Alarm System on
page 1-10.
K(Unlock):Press to unlock
the driver door or all doors, see
“Remote Unlock” underVehicle
Personalization on page 4-38.
The turn signal indicators may flash
and/or the horn may sound to
indicate unlocking, see “Remote
Feedback” underVehicle
Personalization on page 4-38.
Pressing
Kwill disarm the
theft-deterrent system. See
Anti-Theft Alarm System on
page 1-10.
V(Remote Trunk Release):
Press and hold to unlock the trunk.
7(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):
Press and release one time to locate
the vehicle. The exterior lamps flash
and the horn chirps.
Press and hold
7for at least
two seconds to sound the panic
alarm. The horn sounds and the turn
signals flash until
7is pressed again
or the key is placed in the ignition
and turned to ON/RUN.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):For
vehicles with this feature, press
Q
and then/to start the engine from
outside the vehicle using the RKE
transmitter. SeeRemote Vehicle
Start on page 1-5for additional
information.
Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed
to this vehicle will work. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a
replacement can be purchased
and programmed through your
dealer/retailer. When the
replacement transmitter is
programmed to this vehicle, all
remaining transmitters must also be
reprogrammed. Any lost or stolen
transmitters will no longer work once
the new transmitter is programmed.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the Replace
Battery in Remote Key message
displays in the DIC. See “Replace
Battery in Remote Key” under
Key and Lock Messages on
page 4-33.
The battery is not rechargeable.
See your dealer/retailer to replace
the battery.
1-4 Keys, Doors and Windows

Programming the Power
Windows
If the battery on the vehicle has
been recharged, disconnected,
or is not working, you will need to
reprogram each front power window
for the express-up feature to work.
Before reprogramming, replace
or recharge the vehicle’s battery.
To program each front window,
follow these steps:
1. With the ignition in ACC/
ACCESSORY, ON/RUN,
or when Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active, close
all doors.
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.
4. Continue holding the switch up
for approximately two seconds
after the window is completely
closed.
The window is now reprogrammed.
Repeat the process for the other
windows.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor toward you or
move it to the side to reduce glare.
Roof
Sunroof
On vehicles with a sunroof, the
switch is located on the overhead
console.
The sunroof only operates
when the ignition is in ON/RUN,
ACC/ACCESSORY, or if Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is
active. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 8-19.
1-16 Keys, Doors and Windows

Additional Factors Affecting
System Operation
Safety belts help keep the
passenger in position on the
seat during vehicle maneuvers
and braking, which helps the
passenger sensing system
maintain the passenger airbag
status. See “Safety Belts” and
“Child Restraints” in the Index for
additional information about the
importance of proper restraint use.
A thick layer of additional material,
such as a blanket or cushion, or
aftermarket equipment such as
seat covers, seat heaters, and seat
massagers can affect how well the
passenger sensing system operates.
We recommend that you not use
seat covers or other aftermarket
equipment except when approved
by GM for your specific vehicle.
SeeAdding Equipment to the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle onpage 2-33for more information
about modifications that can affect
how the system operates.
The passenger sensing system may
turn on the passenger airbag when
liquid soaks into the seat. If this
happens, the on indicator will be lit.
If the passenger seat gets wet, dry
the seat immediately. If the airbag
readiness light is lit, do not install a
child restraint or allow anyone to
occupy the seat. SeeAirbag
Readiness Light on page 4-17for
important safety information.
{WARNING
Stowing of articles under the
passenger seat or between the
passenger seat cushion and
seatback may interfere with the
proper operation of the passenger
sensing system.
Servicing the
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Airbags affect how the vehicle
should be serviced. There are parts
of the airbag system in several
places around the vehicle. Your
dealer/retailer and the service
manual have information about
servicing the vehicle and the airbag
system. To purchase a service
manual, seeService Publications
Ordering Information on page 12-12.
{WARNING
For up to 10 seconds after the
ignition is turned off and the
battery is disconnected, an airbag
can still inflate during improper
service. You can be injured if you
are close to an airbag when it
inflates. Avoid yellow connectors.
They are probably part of the
airbag system. Be sure to follow
proper service procedures, and
make sure the person performing
work for you is qualified to do so.
2-32 Seats and Restraints

Instruments and
Controls
Instrument Panel OverviewInstrument Panel Overview......4-4
ControlsSteering Wheel Adjustment.....4-6
Steering Wheel Controls.........4-6
Horn....................................4-7
Windshield Wiper/Washer.......4-7
Compass.............................4-8
Clock...................................4-8
Power Outlets.......................4-9
Warning Lights, Gages,
and Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages,
and Indicators.....................4-9
Instrument Cluster...............4-10
Speedometer......................4-11
Odometer...........................4-11
Trip Odometer.....................4-11
Tachometer........................4-11
Fuel Gage..........................4-11
Engine Oil Pressure Gage......4-12Engine Oil
Temperature Gage.............4-13
Engine Coolant
Temperature Gage.............4-14
Transmission
Temperature Gage.............4-14
Voltmeter Gage...................4-15
Safety Belt Reminders..........4-16
Airbag Readiness Light.........4-17
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator...........................4-18
Charging System Light.........4-19
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp..................4-19
Brake System Warning
Light................................4-22
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light...........4-23
Traction Off Light.................4-23
Traction Control System
(TCS)/StabiliTrak
®Light.......4-24
Traction Control System
(TCS) OFF/StabiliTrak
®OFF
Light................................4-24
Tire Pressure Light..............4-24
Engine Oil Pressure Light.....4-25
Immobilizer Light.................4-26
Fog Lamp Light...................4-26
Taillamp Indicator Light.........4-26
Cruise Control Light.............4-26
Information DisplaysDriver Information
Center (DIC).....................4-27
Vehicle MessagesBattery Voltage and
Charging Messages............4-30
Brake System Messages......4-31
Compass Messages.............4-31
Cruise Control Messages......4-31
Door Ajar Messages............4-31
Engine Cooling System
Messages.........................4-32
Engine Oil Messages...........4-32
Engine Power Messages......4-33
Fuel System Messages........4-33
Key and Lock Messages......4-33
Lamp Messages..................4-33
Object Detection System
Messages.........................4-34
Ride Control System
Messages.........................4-34
Airbag System Messages......4-35
Safety Belt Messages...........4-35
Anti-Theft Alarm System
Messages.........................4-35
Service Vehicle Messages.....4-35
Tire Messages....................4-36
Transmission Messages........4-36
Vehicle Reminder
Messages.........................4-37
Instruments and Controls 4-1

Power Outlets
The vehicle has two accessory
power outlets; one is located below
the climate control system and
the other is inside the center storage
console.
The accessory power outlets do not
work when the key is removed
from the ignition and the driver door
is opened, this helps to preserve
the battery life of the vehicle.
Certain power accessory plugs may
not be compatible to the accessory
power outlet and could result in
blown vehicle or adapter fuses.
If you experience a problem,
see your dealer/retailer for additional
information on the accessory
power plugs.Notice:Adding any electrical
equipment to the vehicle can
damage it or keep other
components from working as
they should. The repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Each outlet is rated to
a maximum output of 120W.
Usage of equipment exceeding
an amperage rating of 20A may
require fuse replacement. Check
with your dealer/retailer before
adding electrical equipment.
When adding electrical equipment,
be sure to follow the proper
installation instructions included
with the equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the
power outlet can cause damage
not covered by the warranty.
Do not hang any type of
accessory or accessory bracket
from the plug because the
power outlets are designed for
accessory power plugs only.
Warning Lights,
Gages, and Indicators
Warning lights come on when
there could be a problem with a
vehicle function. Some warning
lights come on briefly when
the engine is started to indicate
they are working.
Gages can indicate when there
could be a problem with a vehicle
function. 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.
Instruments and Controls 4-9

This gage, located in front of the
shifter, shows the transmission
oil temperature when the ignition is
on. If the gage is reading in the
red area and/or a message appears
in the DIC, the vehicle must be
stopped and the cause checked.
One possible cause is a low level in
the transmission.For information on the DIC
messages seeTransmission
Messages on page 4-36.
Notice:If the vehicle is driven
with the transmission temperature
gage above the normal operating
range, the transmission can be
damaged. This could lead to
costly repairs that would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Do not drive the vehicle while the
transmission temperature gage
reading is above normal. See your
dealer/retailer for service.
Voltmeter Gage
This gage, located in front of the
shifter, shows the battery’s state of
charge in DC volts.
When the engine is running, but the
ignition is on, this gage shows
the condition of the charging system.
The vehicle’s charging system
regulates voltage based on the state
of charge of the battery. It is normal
for the voltmeter to fluctuate. Canada
United States Version Shown,
Canada Similar
Instruments and Controls 4-15

Readings between the low and high
warning zones indicate the normal
operating range.
Readings in the low warning zone
can occur when a large number of
electrical accessories are operating
in the vehicle and the engine is left
idling for an extended period.
If there is a problem with the battery
charging system, a message
appears in the Driver Information
Center (DIC) and/or the charging
system light comes on. SeeBattery
Voltage and Charging Messages
on page 4-30andCharging System
Light on page 4-19for more
information.
However, readings in either warning
zone can indicate a possible
problem in the electrical system.
Have the vehicle serviced as soon
as possible.Safety Belt Reminders
Driver Safety Belt Reminder
Light
There is a driver safety belt reminder
light on the instrument panel cluster.
When the engine is started this light
and a chime come on and stay
on for several seconds to remind
drivers to fasten their safety belts.
The light also begins to flash.
This cycle repeats if the driver
remains unbuckled and the vehicle
is moving.
If the driver safety belt is already
buckled, neither the light nor chime
come on.
Passenger Safety Belt
Reminder Light
The passenger safety belt reminder
light is located on the overhead
console.
When the engine is started, this
light and the chime come on
and stay on for several seconds to
remind the passenger to fasten
their safety belt. The light also
begins to flash.
This cycle repeats if the passenger
remains unbuckled and the vehicle
is moving.
4-16 Instruments and Controls

Charging System Light
The charging system light comes on
briefly when the ignition is turned
on but the engine is not running,
as a check to show the light is
working. It should go out when the
engine is started.
If the light stays on, or comes on
while driving, there may be a
problem with the electrical charging
system. Have it checked by your
dealer/retailer. Driving while this light
is on could drain the battery.
When this light comes on, the Driver
Information Center (DIC) also
displays a message.
SeeBattery Voltage and Charging
Messages on page 4-30.If a short distance must be driven
with the light on, be sure to turn off
all accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Check Engine Light
A computer system called OBD II
(On-Board Diagnostics-Second
Generation) monitors operation of
the fuel, ignition, and emission
control systems. It ensures that
emissions are at acceptable levels
for the life of the vehicle, helping
to produce a cleaner environment.
This light comes on when the
ignition is on, but the engine is not
running, as a check to show itis working. If it does not, have
the vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer.
If the check engine light comes on
and stays on, while the engine
is running, this indicates that there
is an OBD II problem and service
is required.
Malfunctions often are indicated by
the system before any problem
is apparent. Being aware of the light
can prevent more serious damage
to the vehicle. This system assists
the service technician in correctly
diagnosing any malfunction.
Notice:If the vehicle is
continually driven with this light
on, after a while, the emission
controls might not work as well,
the vehicle’s fuel economy might
not be as good, and the engine
might not run as smoothly.
This could lead to costly repairs
that might not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.
Instruments and Controls 4-19

•Make sure to fuel the vehicle with
quality fuel. Poor fuel quality
causes the engine not to run as
efficiently as designed and can
cause: stalling after start-up,
stalling when the vehicle is
changed into gear, misfiring,
hesitation on acceleration, or
stumbling on acceleration. These
conditions might go away once
the engine is warmed up.
If one or more of these conditions
occurs, change the fuel brand
used. It will require at least one
full tank of the proper
fuel to turn the light off.
SeeGasoline Specications
on page 8-44.
If none of the above have made the
light turn off, your dealer/retailer can
check the vehicle. The dealer/retailer
has the proper test equipment and
diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical
or electrical problems that might
have developed.Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs
Some state/provincial and local
governments have or might begin
programs to inspect the emission
control equipment on the vehicle.
Failure to pass this inspection
could prevent getting a vehicle
registration.
Here are some things to know to
help the vehicle pass an inspection:
•The vehicle will not pass this
inspection if the check engine
light is on with the engine
running, or if the key is in
ON/RUN and the light is not on.
•The vehicle will not pass
this inspection if the OBD II
(on-board diagnostic) system
determines that critical emission
control systems have not been
completely diagnosed by the
system. The vehicle would
be considered not ready forinspection. This can happen
if the battery has recently been
replaced or if the battery has run
down. The diagnostic system is
designed to evaluate critical
emission control systems during
normal driving. This can take
several days of routine driving.
If this has been done and the
vehicle still does not pass
the inspection for lack of
OBD II system readiness,
your dealer/retailer can prepare
the vehicle for inspection.
Instruments and Controls 4-21