air conditioning CHEVROLET SPARK 2013 3.G Owners Manual

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In Brief 1-11
Climate Controls
The heating, cooling, and ventilation
for the vehicle can be controlled
with this system.
1. Fan Control
2. Air Conditioning
3. Recirculation
4. Temperature Control
5. Rear Window Defogger
6. Air Delivery Mode Control
SeeClimate Control Systems on
page 8‑1.
Vehicle Features
Radio(s)
O
/VOL: Press to turn the system
on and off. Turn to increase or
decrease the volume.
RADIO/BAND: Press to select AM
or FM.
©SEEK or SEEK¨(Seek): Press
to seek the previous or next station.
Buttons 1−6: Press to save and
select favorite stations.
INFO: Press to view current radio
information.
For more information about these
and other radio features, see
Operation on page 7‑6.
Storing a Favorite Station
Stations from all bands can be
stored in the favorite lists in any
order. Up to six stations can be
stored in each favorite page and the
number of available favorite pages
can be set. To store the station to a position in
the list, press the corresponding
button 1−6 until a beep is heard.
For more information, see
“Storing a
Station as a Favorite” inAM-FM
Radio on page 7‑9.
Setting the Clock
See Clock on page 5‑4.
Satellite Radio
Vehicles with a SiriusXM®satellite
radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM
satellite radio subscription can
receive SiriusXM programming.
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Service
SiriusXM is a satellite radio service
based in the 48 contiguous United
States and 10 Canadian provinces.
SiriusXM satellite radio has a wide
variety of programming and
commercial-free music, coast to
coast, and in digital-quality sound.
A fee is required to receive the
SiriusXM service.

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Climate Controls 8-1
Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Maintenance
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Passenger Compartment AirFilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Climate Control
Systems
The heating, cooling, and ventilation
for the vehicle can be controlled
with this system.
1. Fan Control
2. Air Conditioning
3. Recirculation
4. Temperature Control
5. Rear Window Defogger
6. Air Delivery Mode Control
A(Fan Control): Turn clockwise
or counterclockwise to increase or
decrease the fan speed. Turning the
fan control to 0 turns the fan off. The
fan must be turned on to run the air
conditioning compressor.
Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn
clockwise or counterclockwise to
change the current airflow mode.
Temperature Control: Turn
clockwise or counterclockwise to
increase or decrease the
temperature.
Select from the following air delivery
modes:
Y(Vent): Air is directed to the
instrument panel outlets.
\(Bi-Level): Air is divided
between the instrument panel and
floor outlets.
[(Floor): Air is directed to the
floor outlets.

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8-2 Climate Controls
W(Defog):This mode clears the
windows of fog or moisture. Air is
directed to the floor, windshield, and
side window outlets.
0(Defrost): This mode clears the
windshield of fog or frost more
quickly. Air is directed to the
windshield and side window outlets.
Do not drive the vehicle until all
windows are clear.
#(Air Conditioning): TurnAto
the desired speed. The air
conditioning does not operate
when the fan control knob is at 0.
Press
#to turn the air conditioning
on and off. When
#is pressed, an
indicator light comes on to show
that the air conditioning is on. 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.
M(Recirculation):
This mode
recirculates and helps to quickly
cool the air inside the vehicle. It can
be used to prevent outside air and
odors from entering the vehicle.
Press the button to turn the
recirculation mode on. An indicator
light comes on to show that the
recirculation is on. Press the button
again to return to outside air mode.
Using the recirculation mode for
extended periods may cause the
windows to fog. If this happens,
select the defrost mode.
Rear Window Defogger
1(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to turn the rear window
defogger on or off. An indicator light
comes on to show that the feature
is on.
The rear window defogger turns off
after about 10 minutes. It can also
be turned off by pressing
1again
or by turning the ignition to ACC/
ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
If turned on again it runs for about
five minutes before turning off.
Notice: Do not use anything
sharp on the inside of the rear
window. If you do, you could cut
or damage the warming grid, and
the repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Do not
attach a temporary vehicle
license, tape, a decal, or anything
similar to the defogger grid.

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10-16 Vehicle Care
If the coolant still is not at the proper
level when the system cools down
again, see your dealer.
Engine Overheating
The vehicle has an indicator to warn
of the engine overheating. See
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light on page 5‑17.
If the decision is made not to lift the
hood when this warning appears,
get service help right away. See
Roadside Assistance Program on
page 13‑5.
If the decision is made to lift the
hood, make sure the vehicle is
parked on a level surface.
Then check to see if the engine
cooling fan is running. If the engine
is overheating, the fan should be
running. If it is not, do not continue
to run the engine. Have the vehicle
serviced.Notice:
Running the engine
without coolant may cause
damage or a fire. Vehicle damage
would not be covered by the
warranty.If Steam Is Coming from the
Engine Compartment
{WARNING
Steam from an overheated engine
can burn you badly, even if you
just open the hood. Stay away
from the engine if you see or hear
steam coming from it. Just turn it
off and get everyone away from
the vehicle until it cools down.
Wait until there is no sign of
steam or coolant before you open
the hood.
If you keep driving when the
engine is overheated, the liquids
in it can catch fire. You or others
could be badly burned. Stop the
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WARNING (Continued)
engine if it overheats, and get out
of the vehicle until the engine
is cool.
If No Steam Is Coming from
the Engine Compartment
If an engine overheat warning is
displayed but no steam can be seen
or heard, the problem may not be
too serious. Sometimes the engine
can get a little too hot when the
vehicle:
.Climbs a long hill on a hot day.
.Stops after high-speed driving.
.Idles for long periods in traffic.
If the overheat warning is displayed
with no sign of steam:
1. Turn the air conditioning off.
2. Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest
fan speed. Open the windows as
necessary.

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Vehicle Care 10-31
Number Usage44 Air Conditioning Relay
45 Air Conditioning
46 ECM/TCM 1
47 ECM/TCM 2
48 Low Vacuum Switch
49 Automatic Occupant Sensing
50 Mirror Heater
51 Rear Defog
52 Fuse Puller
53 Not Used
54 Voltage Sensing
55 Rear Wiper
56 Rear Wiper Relay
57 Rear Defog RelayAuxiliary Fuse Block
The auxiliary fuse block is located
on the driver side of the vehicle,
near the battery.
To access the fuses, press the tab
at the side of the cover, and lift the
cover.
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown. Number Usage
EVP RELAY EVP Relay EVP MTR EVP Motor

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Vehicle Care 10-33
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown.Number Usage
1 Not Used
2 Not Used
3 Heater, Ventilation, and Air
Conditioning
Switch
4 Heated Seat
5 Not Used
6 Blower
7 Body Control Module 4
8 Body Control Module 5
9 Body Control Module 7
10 Instrument Cluster
11 Not Used
12 Air Bag Power Number Usage
13 Radio
14 Not Used
15 Rear Parking Assist
16 Body Control Module 1
17 Body Control Module 2
18 Body Control Module 3
19 Body Control Module 6
20 Body Control Module 8
21 Heater, Ventilation, and Air
Conditioning
22 Data Link Connector

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10-34 Vehicle Care
Number Usage23 Discrete Logic Ignition Sensor
24 Outside Rearview Mirror
25 Spare Fuse
26 Not Used
27 Not Used
28 Instrument Cluster
29 Air Bag Ignition
30 Rear Window
31 Front Window
32 Lighter/Auxiliary Power Outlet
33 Not Used
34 Run Relay
35 Logic Mode Relay Number Usage
36 Accessory/ Retained
Accessory Power
Relay
37 Not Used
38 Radio
39 Heater, Ventilation, and Air
Conditioning
40 OnStar
41 Spare Fuse
42 Spare Fuse
43 Spare Fuse
44 Spare Fuse
45 Spare Fuse
46 Spare FuseWheels and Tires
Tires
Every new GM vehicle has
high-quality tires made by a
leading tire manufacturer. See
the warranty manual for
information regarding the tire
warranty and where to get
service. For additional
information refer to the tire
manufacturer.
{WARNING
.Poorly maintained and
improperly used tires are
dangerous.
.Overloading the tires can
cause overheating as a
result of too much flexing.
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Vehicle Care 10-39
steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, and air
conditioning.
Aspect Ratio
:The relationship
of a tire's height to its width.
Belt
:A rubber coated layer of
cords between the plies and the
tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing
materials.
Bead
:The tire bead contains
steel wires wrapped by steel
cords that hold the tire onto
the rim.
Bias Ply Tire
:A pneumatic tire
in which the plies are laid at
alternate angles less than
90 degrees to the centerline of
the tread.
Cold Tire Pressure
:The
amount of air pressure in a tire,
measured in kPa (kilopascal)
or psi (pounds per square inch) before a tire has built up heat
from driving. See
Tire Pressure
on page 10‑41.
Curb Weight
:The weight of a
motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil,
and coolant, but without
passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings
:A code molded
into the sidewall of a tire
signifying that the tire is in
compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation
(DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards. The DOT code
includes the Tire Identification
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric
designator which can also
identify the tire manufacturer,
production plant, brand, and
date of production.
GVWR
:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits
on page 9‑9. GAWR FRT
:Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the front axle. See
Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑9.
GAWR RR
:Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the rear axle. See
Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑9.
Intended Outboard Sidewall
:
The side of an asymmetrical tire,
that must always face outward
when mounted on a vehicle.
Kilopascal (kPa)
:The metric
unit for air pressure.
Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire
:A
tire used on light duty trucks and
some multipurpose passenger
vehicles.
Load Index
:An assigned
number ranging from 1 to 279
that corresponds to the load
carrying capacity of a tire.

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12-2 Technical Data
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11‑12 for more information.
Application Capacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under thehood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling System 4.8 L 5.0 qt
Engine Oil with Filter 3.8 L 4.0 qt
Fuel Tank 35 L 9 gal
Transmission, Automatic 4.5 L 4.8 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 125Y 92 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

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i-2 INDEX
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-26Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-24
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-24
Headlamps, Front TurnSignal, and Parking
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-24
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . 10-26
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and
Back-up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48
C
California Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . iii
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2 Carbon Monoxide
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Cargo Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Cautions, Danger, and
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Central Locking System . . . . . . . . 2-5
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-53
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . 5-11
Check Engine Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11
IgnitionTransmission Lock . . . . . . . . 10-21
Child Restraints Infants and YoungChildren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . 3-37
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44, 3-47
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27 Cleaning
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-68
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-71
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 8-1 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Clutch, Hydraulic . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-10
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . 13-9
Compressor Kit, Tire
Sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-55
Connections OnStar
®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Coolant Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
Engine TemperatureWarning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-12
Courtesy Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Courtesy Transportation
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-7
Cover
Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1