ignition CHEVROLET COLORADO 2016 2.G Repair Manual

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328 Vehicle Care
The jump start positive terminal (3)
and negative terminal (4) are on the
battery of the vehicle providing the
jump start.
The positive jump start connection
for the discharged battery is under a
trim cover. Open the cover to
expose the terminal.1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery
with a negative ground system.
Caution
If the other vehicle does not have
a 12-volt system with a negative
ground, both vehicles can be
damaged. Only use a vehicle that
has a 12-volt system with a
negative ground for jump starting.
2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching.
3. Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in
P (Park) with an automatic
transmission, or N (Neutral)
with a manual transmission.
Caution
If any accessories are left on or
plugged in during the jump
starting procedure, they could be
damaged. The repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Whenever possible, turn
off or unplug all accessories on
either vehicle when jump starting.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. Turn off all lights and
accessories in both vehicles,
except the hazard warning
flashers if needed.
{Warning
An electric fan can start up even
when the engine is not running
and can injure you. Keep hands,
clothing, and tools away from any
underhood electric fan.
{Warning
Using a match near a battery can
cause battery gas to explode.
People have been hurt doing this,
and some have been blinded.
Use a flashlight if you need more
light.
Battery fluid contains acid that
can burn you. Do not get it on
you. If you accidentally get it in
your eyes or on your skin, flush
the place with water and get
medical help immediately.
{Warning
Fans or other moving engine
parts can injure you badly. Keep
your hands away from moving
parts once the engine is running.
5. Connect one end of the red positive (+) cable to the
positive (+) terminal on the
discharged battery.

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{Warning
Shifting a four-wheel-drive
vehicle's transfer case into
N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle
to roll even if the transmission is
in P (Park). You or others could
be injured. Set the parking brake
before shifting the transfer case
to N (Neutral).
To dinghy tow: 1. Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle,
facing forward and on a level
surface.
2. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle.
3. Apply the parking brake and start the engine.
4. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral). See “Shifting into
N (Neutral)” underFour-Wheel
Drive 0226
ii. Check that the
vehicle is in N (Neutral) by
shifting the transmission to
R (Reverse) and then to D (Drive). There should be no
movement of the vehicle while
shifting.
5. Shift the transmission into D (Drive). Turn the engine off.
Then shift the transmission into
P (Park).
6. Wait for at least 10 seconds, then restart the engine.
7. Shift the transmission to D (Drive), then turn the engine off
again.
Caution
Failure to disconnect the negative
battery cable or to have it contact
the terminals can cause damage
to the vehicle.
8. Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery and
secure the nut and bolt. Cover
the negative battery post with a
non-conductive material to
prevent any contact with the
negative battery terminal. 9. Shift the transmission to
P (Park).
Caution
If the steering column is locked,
vehicle damage may occur.
10. Move the steering wheel to make sure the steering column
is unlocked.
11. With a foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake.
Keep the ignition key in the
towed vehicle in ACC/
ACCESSORY to prevent the
steering column from locking.
Disconnecting the Towed Vehicle
Before disconnecting the towed
vehicle: 1. Park on a level surface.
2. Set the parking brake, then shift the transmission to
P (Park), and move the ignition
key to OFF.
3. Connect the battery.
4. Apply the brake pedal.

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5. Shift the transfer case out ofN (Neutral) to Two-Wheel Drive
High. See “Shifting out of
N (Neutral)” underFour-Wheel
Drive 0226
ii. See your dealer if
the transfer case cannot be
shifted out of N (Neutral).
6. Check that the vehicle is in Two-Wheel Drive High by
shifting the transmission to
R (Reverse) and then to D
(Drive). There should be
movement of the vehicle while
shifting.
7. Shift the transmission to P (Park) and turn off the
ignition.
8. Disconnect the vehicle from the tow vehicle.
9. Release the parking brake.
10. Reset any lost presets. The outside temperature
display will default to 0 °C
(32 °F) but will reset with
normal usage.
Dolly Towing
Front Towing (Front Wheels Off
the Ground) –Two-Wheel-Drive
Vehicles
Caution
If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is
towed with the rear wheels on the
ground, the transmission could be
damaged. The repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Never tow the vehicle
with the rear wheels on the
ground. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not
be towed with the rear wheels on
the ground. Two-wheel-drive
transmissions have no provisions
for internal lubrication while being
towed.
To dolly tow a two-wheel-drive
vehicle, the vehicle must be towed
with the rear wheels on the dolly.
See
“Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off
the Ground)” later in this section.
Front Towing (Front Wheels Off
the Ground) –Four-Wheel-Drive
Vehicles
To dolly tow a four-wheel-drive
vehicle from the front:

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1. Attach the dolly to the towvehicle following the dolly
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Drive the front wheels onto the dolly.
3. Shift the transmission to P (Park).
4. Set the parking brake.
{Warning
Shifting a four-wheel-drive
vehicle's transfer case into
N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle
to roll even if the transmission is
in P (Park). You or others could
be injured. Set the parking brake
before shifting the transfer case
to N (Neutral).
5. Use a clamping device designed for towing to ensure
that the front wheels are locked
into the straight position.
6. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's
instructions. 7. Shift the transfer case to
N (Neutral). See “Shifting into
N (Neutral)” underFour-Wheel
Drive 0226
iifor the proper
procedure.
8. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is
firmly attached to the tow
vehicle.
9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off
the Ground)
Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles
To dolly tow a two-wheel-drive
vehicle from the rear: 1. Drive the rear wheels onto the
dolly.
2. Set the parking brake. See Parking Brake 0233
ii.
3. Put the transmission in P (Park).
4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's
instructions.
5. Use a clamping device designed for towing to ensure
that the front wheels are locked
into the straight position.
6. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles
{Warning
Shifting a four-wheel-drive
vehicle's transfer case into
N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle
to roll even if the transmission is
in P (Park). You or others could
be injured. Set the parking brake
before shifting the transfer case
to N (Neutral).

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To dolly tow a four-wheel-drive
vehicle from the rear:1. Drive the rear wheels onto the dolly.
2. Set the parking brake. See Parking Brake 0233
ii.
3. Put the transmission in P (Park).
4. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's
instructions.
5. Use a clamping device designed for towing to ensure
that the front wheels are locked
into the straight position.
6. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral). See “Shifting into
N (Neutral)” underFour-Wheel
Drive 0226
iifor the proper
procedure.
7. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Locks
Locks are lubricated at the factory.
Use a de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, and have the
locks greased after using. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0353
ii.
Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
wash it often and out of direct
sunlight.
Caution
Do not use petroleum-based,
acidic, or abrasive cleaning
agents as they can damage the
vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic
parts. If damage occurs, it would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Approved cleaning
products can be obtained from
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
your dealer. Follow all
manufacturer directions regarding
correct product usage, necessary
safety precautions, and
appropriate disposal of any
vehicle care product.
Caution
Avoid using high-pressure
washes closer than 30 cm (12 in)
to the surface of the vehicle. Use
of power washers exceeding
8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result
in damage or removal of paint
and decals.
This symbol
eis on any
underhood compartment electrical
center that should not be power
washed. This could cause damage
that would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.

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.Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check
0282
ii.
. Check ignition transmission lock.
See Ignition Transmission Lock
Check 0282
ii.
. Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check
0 282
ii.
. Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.
. Verify spare tire key lock
operation and lubricate as
needed. See Tire Changing
0 316
ii.

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376 OnStar
.Obtain the Wi-Fi®hotspot name
or SSID and password,
if equipped.
Press
Qto connect to an
Advisor to:
. Verify account information or
update contact information.
. Get driving directions.
. Receive a Diagnostic check of
the vehicle's key operating
systems.
. Receive Roadside Assistance.
. Manage Wi-Fi Settings,
if equipped.
Press
>to get a priority connection
to an OnStar Advisor available 24/
7 to:
. Get help for an emergency.
. Be a Good Samaritan or
respond to an AMBER Alert.
. Get assistance in severe
weather or other crisis situations
and find evacuation routes.
OnStar Services
Emergency
Emergency Services require an
active, OnStar subscription plan
(excludes Basic Plan). With
Automatic Crash Response, built-in
sensors can automatically alert a
specially trained OnStar Advisor
who is immediately connected in to
the vehicle to help.
Press
>for a priority connection to
an OnStar Advisor who can contact
emergency service providers, direct
them to your exact location, and
relay important information.
With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially
trained Advisors are available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to
provide a central point of contact,
assistance, and information during a
crisis.
With Roadside Assistance, Advisors
can locate a nearby service provider
to help with a flat tire, a battery
jump, or an empty gas tank.
Security
If equipped, OnStar provides these
services:
. With Stolen Vehicle Assistance,
OnStar Advisors can use GPS to
pinpoint the vehicle and help
authorities quickly recover it.
. With Remote Ignition Block,
if equipped, OnStar can block
the engine from being restarted.
. With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown,
if equipped, OnStar can work
with law enforcement to
gradually slow the vehicle down.
Navigation
OnStar navigation requires a
specific OnStar subscription plan.
Press
Qto receive Turn-by-Turn
directions or have them sent to the
vehicle’s navigation screen,
if equipped.
Turn-by-Turn Navigation
1. PressQto connect to an
Advisor.

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OnStar Personal Identification
Number (PIN)
A PIN is needed to access some
OnStar services. The PIN will need
to be changed the first time when
speaking with an Advisor. To
change the OnStar PIN, contact an
OnStar Advisor by pressing
Qor
calling 1-888-4ONSTAR.
Warranty
OnStar equipment may be
warranted as part of the vehicle
warranty.
Languages
The vehicle can be programmed to
respond in multiple languages.
Press
Qand ask for an Advisor.
Advisors are available in English,
Spanish, and French. Available
languages may vary by country.
Potential Issues
OnStar cannot perform Remote
Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle
Assistance after the vehicle has
been off continuously for five days
without an ignition cycle. If the vehicle has not been started for
five days, OnStar can contact
Roadside Assistance or a locksmith
to help gain access to the vehicle.
Global Positioning
System (GPS)
.
Obstruction of the GPS can
occur in a large city with tall
buildings; in parking garages;
around airports; in tunnels and
underpasses; or in an area with
very dense trees. If GPS signals
are not available, the OnStar
system should still operate to
call OnStar. However, OnStar
could have difficulty identifying
the exact location.
. In emergency situations, OnStar
can use the last stored GPS
location to send to emergency
responders.
A temporary loss of GPS can cause
loss of the ability to send a
Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The
Advisor may give a verbal route or
may ask for a call back after the
vehicle is driven into an open area.
Cellular and GPS Antennas
Cellular reception is required for
OnStar to send remote signals to
the vehicle. Do not place items over
or near the antenna to prevent
blocking cellular and GPS signal
reception.
Unable to Connect to OnStar
Message
If there is limited cellular coverage
or the cellular network has reached
maximum capacity, this message
may come on. Press
Qto try the
call again or try again after driving a
few miles into another cellular area.
Vehicle and Power Issues
OnStar services require a vehicle
electrical system, wireless service,
and GPS satellite technologies to be
available and operating for features
to function properly. These systems
may not operate if the battery is
discharged or disconnected.

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386 Index
AudioBluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 151
Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . . . 189
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Shift Lock Control Function
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Auxiliary Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Axle, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Axle, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
B
Battery Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Voltage and ChargingMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Battery - North America . . . . 279, 327
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 283
Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Bluetooth Overview . . . . . . . . . . . 171, 172, 176 Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Brake
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . .117
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 211
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286 Center High-MountedStoplamp (CHMSL) and
Cargo Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and
Parking Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-up
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
California Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
California Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .259, 279, 327
Camera
Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Cargo Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 100
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL) and
Cargo Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 115
Check Ignition Transmission Lock . . . 282

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Index 389
Fuel (cont'd)Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Filling a Portable Fuel
Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 121
Requirements, California . . . . . 246
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287 Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
G
GaugesEngine CoolantTemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 General Information
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 343
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364
H
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 146
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Headlamps
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and
Parking Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 122
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 144
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 122
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Heater
Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Heating and Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187, 189
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 202
Hill Descent Control (HDC) . . . . . 237
Hill Descent Control Light . . . . . . . 118
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 234
Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
I
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Ignition Transmission Lock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Indicator
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 374
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . 107, 109