ECO mode CHEVROLET SS 2017 1.G Owner's Manual

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working, the vehicle may be near astrong radio antenna signal causinginterference to the Keyless Accesssystem. SeeRemote Keyless Entry(RKE) System Operation025.
To s h i f t o u t o f P ( P a r k ) , t h e v e h i c l emust be in ACC/ACCESSORY orON/RUN and the brake pedal mustbe applied.
Stopping the Engine/OFF (NoIndicator Lights) :When thevehicle is stopped, press ENGINESTART/STOP once to turn theengine off.
If the vehicle is in P (Park), theignition will turn off, and RetainedAccessory Power (RAP) will remainactive. SeeRetained AccessoryPower (RAP)0232.
Automatic Transmission
If the vehicle is not in P (Park), theignition will return to ACC/ACCESSORY and display amessage in the Driver InformationCenter (DIC). SeeTr a n s m i s s i o nMessages011 9.Whenthevehicleis shifted into P (Park), the ignitionsystem will switch to OFF.
Manual Transmission
If the vehicle is stationary, theignition will turn OFF, and RetainedAccessory Power (RAP) will remainactive. SeeRetained AccessoryPower (RAP)0232.
Do not turn the engine off when thevehicle is moving. This will cause aloss of power assist in the brakeand steering systems and disablethe airbags.
If the vehicle must be shut off in anemergency:
1. Brake using a firm and steadypressure. Do not pump thebrakes repeatedly. This maydeplete power assist, requiringincreased brake pedal force.
2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral).This can be done while thevehicle is moving. After shiftingto N (Neutral), firmly apply thebrakes and steer the vehicle toasafelocation.
3. Come to a complete stop. Shiftto P (Park) with an automatictransmission, or Neutral with amanual transmission. Turn theignition to OFF.
4. Set the parking brake. SeeElectric Parking Brake0242.
{Warning
Turning off the vehicle while
moving may cause loss of power
assist in the brake and steering
systems and disable the airbags.
While driving, only shut the
vehicle off in an emergency.
If the vehicle cannot be pulled over,and must be shut off while driving,press and hold ENGINE START/STOP for longer than two seconds,or press twice in five seconds.
ACC/ACCESSORY (AmberIndicator Light) :This mode allowsyou to use some electricalaccessories when the engine is off.

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With the ignition off, pressing thebutton one time without the brakepedal applied will place the ignitionsystem in ACC/ACCESSORY.
The ignition will switch from ACC/ACCESSORY to OFF afterfive minutes to prevent batteryrundown.
ON/RUN/START (Green IndicatorLight) :This mode is for driving andstarting. With the ignition off, andthe brake pedal applied forautomatic transmission vehicles,and the clutch pedal applied formanual transmission vehicles,pressing the button once will placethe ignition system in ON/RUN/START. Once engine crankingbegins, release the button. Enginecranking will continue until theengine starts. SeeStarting theEngine0231.Theignitionwillthenremain in ON/RUN.
Service Only Mode
This power mode is available forservice and diagnostics, and toverify the proper operation of themalfunction indicator lamp as maybe required for emission inspection
purposes. With the vehicle off, andthe brake pedal not applied,pressing and holding the button formore than five seconds will placethe vehicle in Service Only Mode.The instruments and audio systemswill operate as they do in ON/RUN,but the vehicle will not be able to bedriven. The engine will not start inService Only Mode. Press thebutton again to turn the vehicle off.
Starting the Engine
Place the transmission in theproper gear.
Caution
If you add electrical parts or
accessories, you could change
the way the engine operates. Any
resulting damage would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
SeeAdd-On Electrical Equipment
0268.
Automatic Transmission
Move the shift lever to P (Park) orN(Neutral). To restart the vehiclewhen it is already moving, useN(Neutral) only.
Caution
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
vehicle is moving. If you do, you
could damage the transmission.
Shift to P (Park) only when the
vehicle is stopped.
Manual Transmission
The shift lever should be in Neutraland the parking brake engaged.Hold the clutch pedal down to thefloor and start the engine.
Starting Procedure
1. With the Keyless Accesssystem, the RKE transmittermust be in the vehicle. PressENGINE START/STOP with thebrake pedal applied onvehicles with an automatictransmission, and the clutchpedal applied on vehicles with

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Sport Shift mode can be selectedwhere maximum responsiveness isrequired.
When operated in Sport Shift mode,the transmission will delay upshiftsand allow earlier downshifts.
Performance Mode
In addition, the transmission cansense aggressive driving, at whichpoint it may delay upshifting anddownshift earlier when braking. Thisis designed to maximize vehicleperformance. SeeTr a n s m i s s i o nMessages011 9
To a c t i v a t e S p o r t S h i f t m o d e :
1. Move the shift lever toD(Drive).
2. Push the shift lever to the right.
Sport Mode On is displayed onthe DIC.
Do not move the shift lever to+(Plus) or✓(Minus), otherwiseActive Select mode will beenabled.
3. To return to Normal Shift mode,move the shift lever left, toD(Drive). Sport Mode Off isdisplayed on the DIC.
On the bottom of the display, Sappears as long as Sport Shiftmode is selected.
Normal Shift Mode
Normal shift mode is recommendedfor normal or freeway driving, as itprovides optimum fuel economy.
When the shift lever is moved toD(Drive), normal shift mode isselected.
Manual Mode
Active Select (A/S) Mode
A/S mode allows gears to beselected manually.
It can also provide engine brakingby selecting the appropriate lowergear on a steep downhill grade.
To e n a b l e A / S m o d e :
1. Move the shift lever toD(Drive).
2. Push the lever to the right.
3. Shift to the required gear:
To s h i f t u p a g e a r, b r i e f l y p u s hthe lever forward toward the+(Plus) and release it.
To s h i f t d o w n a g e a r, b r i e f l ypull the lever rearward towardthe✓(Minus) and release it.
After changing the gear andreleasing the shift lever, it returns tothe center position on the right sideof the selector.

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On the bottom of the display, M andthe currently selected gear appearas long as A/S mode is selected.
Alternatively, the paddles can beused to shift to the required gear:
To s h i f t u p a g e a r, b r i e f l y p u l l t h e+(Plus) paddle toward the steeringwheel and release it.
To s h i f t d o w n a g e a r, b r i e f l y p u l l t h e✓(Minus) paddle toward the steeringwheel and release it.
.The transmission will shift to aselected gear only if the enginespeed is within a suitable range.
If not suitable, SHIFT DENIEDwill be displayed in the DIC, andthe transmission will not shiftgears. Continuing to hold thelever in the✓(Minus) positionwill select the requested gear assoon as the vehicle speeddecreases to the allowed speedfor that gear.
.If the engine speed becomes toolow for the currently selectedgear, the transmission willautomatically shift down, eventhough A/S mode is stillselected.
.While in A/S mode, 2 (Second)or 3 (Third) gear starts can beselected from a standing start.This is useful for gentleacceleration on slipperysurfaces.
To d i s a b l e A / S m o d e a n d r e t u r n t oNormal Shift mode, push the shiftlever to the left, to position D (Drive).The bottom of the display shows D.
To d i s a b l e A / S m o d e a n d r e t u r n t oSport Shift mode, hold the shift leverin the + (Plus) position for more thanone second. The bottom of thedisplay shows S.
Temporary Active Select
(A/S) Mode
A/S can also be operated fromD(Drive) using the steering wheelpaddles only. With the vehicle inmotion, briefly pulling the + (Plus) or✓(Minus) steering wheel paddles atany time will engage Temporary A/Smode.
In this mode A/S functions as ifactivated from Sport mode, exceptthat the transmission willautomatically exit Temporary A/Smode to Normal Shift mode if any ofthe following conditions are met:
.The vehicle speed drops belowapproximately 10 km/h (6 mph).
.No shift paddle is pressed, andsteady driving withoutaccelerating, decelerating,or cornering is detected forapproximately seven seconds.

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.The + (Plus) steering wheelpaddle is pulled and held formore than one second.
.The shift lever is moved out ofD(Drive) to Sport Shift mode.
Manual Transmission
To o p e r a t e t h e t r a n s m i s s i o n :
1:Press the clutch pedal and shiftinto 1 (First). Then slowly let up onthe clutch pedal while pressing theaccelerator pedal.
Shift into 1 (First) when going lessthan 64 km/h (40 mph). If the vehiclecomes to a complete stop and it ishard to shift into 1 (First), put theshift lever in Neutral and let up onthe clutch. Press the clutch pedalback down. Then shift into 1 (First).
2:Press the clutch pedal whileletting up on the accelerator pedaland shift into 2 (Second). Then,slowly let up on the clutch pedalwhile pressing the acceleratorpedal.
3, 4, 5, and 6 :Shift into 3 (Third),4(Fourth), 5(Fifth), and 6(Sixth) thesame way as 2 (Second). Slowly letup on the clutch pedal whilepressing the accelerator pedal.
To s t o p , l e t u p o n t h e a c c e l e r a t o rpedal and press the brake pedal.Just before the vehicle stops, pressthe clutch pedal and the brakepedal, and shift to Neutral.
Neutral :Use this position whenstarting or idling the engine. Theshift lever is in Neutral when it iscentered in the shift pattern, not inany gear.
R:To b a c k u p , p r e s s t h e c l u t c hpedal and shift into R (Reverse).Apply pressure to get the lever past5(Fifth) and 6(Sixth) intoR(Reverse). Let up on the clutchpedal slowly while pressing theaccelerator pedal.

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The modes and available settings are:
Driver Mode Torque VectoringMRCEPSBi Modal Exhaust
To u r i n gOffTo u r i n gSportTo u r i n g
SportOffSportSportSport
PerformanceOnPerformance / Track CompetitiveSport
Driver Mode Settings
Changes to TCS/StabiliTrak, PedalMode, and Launch Controlperformance settings are availablein Track Driver Mode. SeeTr a c kDriver Mode0249.
Torque Vectoring
This feature uses StabiliTrak todetect when the vehicle is starting toundersteer and helps to correct it.If StabiliTrak is turned off TorqueVectoring will be unavailable.
Magnetic Ride Control (MRC)
To u r i n g : U s e f o r n o r m a l c i t y a n dhighway driving.
Sport: Use where road conditions orpersonal preference demand morecontrol. This setting selects asuspension calibration that providesafirmerreactiontoroadconditions.
Performance/Track: This is thefirmest setting. This setting is forsmoother road surfaces and when amore performance-orientedsuspension style is preferred.It provides better high speedstability, handling response, andbody control.
Based on road conditions, steeringwheel angle, and vehicle speed, thesystem automatically adjusts toprovide the best handling whileproviding a smooth ride. Thesesettings can be changed whendriving conditions change.
If a malfunction occurs with theMRC system, the appropriatemessage will display in the DIC.SeeRide Control System Messages011 7.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Sport: Adjusted for use with MRCTo u r i n g a n d S p o r t M o d e .
Competitive: For spirited and trackdriving.
Bi Modal Exhaust
The Bi Modal exhaust system hasvalves in the exhaust tail pipes toalter the tone of the exhaust sound.
To u r i n g : E x h a u s t v a l v e s a r e c l o s e d .

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Sport: Exhaust valves operate toprovide a sporty exhaust character.
Track Driver Mode
Track Driver Mode and LaunchControl are systems designed toallow increased performance whileaccelerating and/or cornering. Thisis accomplished by regulating andoptimizing the engine, brakes, andsuspension performance. Thesemodes are for use at a closedcourse race track and are notintended for use on public roads.These systems will not compensatefor driver inexperience or lack offamiliarity with the race track.
{Warning
Track Driver Mode and Launch
Control change the way
StabiliTrak and TCS perform and
should not be used on public
roads. These modes should only
be used on closed courses by
experienced drivers.
Caution
Attempting to shift when the drive
wheels are spinning and do not
have traction may cause damage
to the transmission. Damage
caused by misuse of the vehicle
is not covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not attempt to shift
when the drive wheels do not
have traction.
Racing will result in the prematurewear of brakes, tires, and drivelinecomponents. Inspect and replacecomponents as necessary.

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The modes and available settings are:
DriverModeTCS StabiliTrak LaunchControlTo r q u eVectoringMRC EPS PedalModeBi ModalExhaust
Track Competitive Competitive On OnPerformance/TrackCompetitive Track Sport
In Track Driver Mode, TCS andStabiliTrak are adjusted and LaunchControl is available. Adjust yourdriving style to account for the moreavailable performance. See“LaunchControl”later in this section.
Track Driver Mode will return to theprevious setting, Touring, Sport orPerformance, when the vehicle isrestarted.
Pressgtwice quickly to set Track
Driver Mode. Messages display inthe Driver Information Center (DIC).SeeRide Control System Messages011 7.Also,theStabiliTrakOFFlight and TCS OFF light stay onwhen the vehicle is in TrackDriver Mode.
To r e t u r n t h e v e h i c l e t o n o r m a l T C S
and StabiliTrak operation, pressg.
Track Driver Mode will return to theprevious setting.
Pedal Mode
In Track Driver Mode or with TCSoff, the accelerator pedal responseis changed to allow for smootherthrottle control on a track.
Launch Control (ManualTransmissions Only)
This feature is available in TrackDriver Mode, and allows the vehicleto reach high levels of accelerationin a straight line. Launch Controladjusts tire slip during standing startlaunches. Use this feature duringclosed course race events whereconsistent zero to sixty and quartermile times are desirable.
Launch Control is onlyavailable when:
.Track Driver Mode is selected.
.The vehicle is not moving.
.The steering wheel is pointingstraight.
.The clutch pedal is pressed andthe vehicle is in 1 (First) gear.
.The accelerator pedal is rapidlyapplied to wide open throttle.
This feature initially limits enginespeed as the accelerator pedal israpidly pressed to wide openthrottle. A smooth, quick release ofthe clutch pedal, while maintainingthe fully pressed accelerator pedal,will manage wheel slip. SeeManualTr a n s m i s s i o n0240.

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After the vehicle is launched, thesystem continues in TrackDriver Mode.
Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axlecan give more traction on snow,mud, ice, sand, or gravel. Whentraction is low, this feature allowsthe drive wheel with the mosttraction to move the vehicle. Thelimited-slip rear axle also gives thedriver enhanced control whencornering hard or completing amaneuver, such as a lane change.For vehicles with a limited-slip rearaxle, driven under severeconditions, the rear axle fluid shouldbe changed. SeeTr a c k D r i v e r M o d e0249andMaintenance Schedule0349.
Cruise Control
With cruise control, the vehicle canmaintain a speed of about 40 km/h(25 mph) or more without keepingyour foot on the accelerator. Cruisecontrol does not work at speedsbelow 40 km/h (25 mph).
{Warning
Cruise control can be dangerous
where you cannot drive safely at
asteadyspeed.Donotuse
cruise control on winding roads or
in heavy traffic.
Cruise control can be dangerous
on slippery roads. On such roads,
fast changes in tire traction can
cause excessive wheel slip, and
you could lose control. Do not use
cruise control on slippery roads.
If the vehicle has the StabiliTrak®
system and begins to limit wheelspin while using cruise control, thecruise control will automaticallydisengage. SeeTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l /Electronic Stability Control0245.
When road conditions allow you tosafely use it again, the cruisecontrol can be turned back on.
If the brakes are applied, cruisecontrol disengages.
1:Press to turn the cruise controlsystem on and off. A white indicatorcomes on in the instrument clusterwhen cruise is turned on.
*:Press to disengage cruisecontrol without erasing the setspeed from memory.
RES/+ :If there is a set speed inmemory, move the thumbwheel upbriefly to resume to that speed or

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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.
Maximum Inflation Pressure:
The maximum air pressure to
which a cold tire can be inflated.
The maximum air pressure is
molded onto the sidewall.
Maximum Load Rating:The
load rating for a tire at the
maximum permissible inflation
pressure for that tire.
Maximum Loaded Vehicle
Weight:The sum of curb
weight, accessory weight,
vehicle capacity weight, and
production options weight.
Normal Occupant Weight:The
number of occupants a vehicle
is designed to seat multiplied by
68 kg (150 lb). SeeVehicle Load
Limits0226.
Occupant Distribution:
Designated seating positions.
Outward Facing Sidewall:The
side of an asymmetrical tire that
has a particular side that faces
outward when mounted on a
vehicle. The side of the tire that
contains a whitewall, bears
white lettering, or bears
manufacturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is
higher or deeper than the same
moldings on the other sidewall
of the tire.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire:A
tire used on passenger cars and
some light duty trucks and
multipurpose vehicles.
Recommended Inflation
Pressure:Vehicle
manufacturer's recommended
tire inflation pressure as shown
on the tire placard. SeeTire
Pressure0309andVehicle
Load Limits0226.
Radial Ply Tire:Apneumatic
tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at
90 degrees to the centerline of
the tread.
Rim:Ametalsupportforatire
and upon which the tire beads
are seated.
Sidewall:The portion of a tire
between the tread and the bead.
Speed Rating:An
alphanumeric code assigned to
atireindicatingthemaximum
speed at which a tire can
operate.
Traction:The friction between
the tire and the road surface.
The amount of grip provided.
Tread:The portion of a tire that
comes into contact with
the road.