headlamp CHEVROLET SSR 2006 1.G User Guide

Headlamps on Reminder
A reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or
parking lamps are manually turned on, the driver’s door
is open and your ignition is in OFF or ACCESSORY.
To turn the chime off, turn the knob all the way
counterclockwise. In the automatic mode, the headlamps
turn off once the ignition key is in OFF.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the
day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving
conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short
periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional
daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles
first sold in Canada.The DRL system will make your headlamps come on
at reduced brightness when the following conditions
are met:
•Ignition is on.
•Exterior lamps knob is in AUTO.
•Light sensor detects daytime light.
•Automatic transmission is not in PARK (P).
•The parking brake is not set.
When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on.
The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be
on. The instrument panel won’t be lit up either.
When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will
automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps.
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To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking
brake when the ignition is off and then start your vehicle.
The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake.
In DRL mode further cycling of the park brake will
do the following if your vehicle was made in the
United States:
•If your vehicle has an automatic transmission,
pulling up the parking brake and then releasing
it will turn on the DRL. If you repeat this, the DRL
will turn off and stay off. This applies to the
automatic headlamps as well.
•If your vehicle has a manual transmission, pulling
the parking brake up will turn off the DRLs. If the
parking brake is released, the DRLs will turn
on. After the first cycle of the park brake, the
automatic headlamps will stay on and the system
does not respond to further cycling of the park brake
until the next time you turn on your vehicle.
Automatic Headlamp System
When it is dark enough outside, your automatic
headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the
normal brightness along with other lamps such as
the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the
instrument panel lights when the exterior lamps knob is
turned to AUTO. SeeExterior Lamps on page 3-13
for more information. The radio lights will also be on.
Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top of
the instrument panel. Be sure it is not covered or the
system will be on whenever the ignition is on.
The system may also turn on your lights when driving
through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather
or a tunnel. This is normal.
There is a delay in the transition between the daytime
and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems so
that driving under bridges or bright overhead street
lights does not affect the system. The DRL and
automatic headlamp system will only be affected when
the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting
longer than the delay. SeeDaytime Running Lamps
(DRL) on page 3-14for more information.
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To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp
system off, set the parking brake while the ignition is off.
Then start your vehicle. The automatic headlamp
system will stay off until you release the parking brake,
or until you shift out of PARK (P).
You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp
system. SeeDaytime Running Lamps (DRL) on
page 3-14for more information.
If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic
headlamp system will come on immediately. Once
you leave the garage, it will take approximately
one minute for the automatic headlamp system to
change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay,
your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright
as usual. Make sure your instrument panel brightness
control is in the full bright position. SeeInstrument Panel
Brightness on page 3-17for more information.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.Fog Lamps
Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty
conditions. Your ignition must be in RUN for your
fog lamps to work.
-(Fog Lamps):Press this button located on the
exterior lamps control to turn the fog lamps on or off.
The fog lamps will go off whenever you turn on the
high-beam headlamps. When the high beams are turned
off, the fog lamps will come on again.
O(Fog Lamp Indicator Light):This light located on
the exterior lamps control illuminates when the fog
lamps are turned on.
Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to
be on along with the fog lamps.
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Interior Lamps
O(Exterior and Interior Lamp Controls):These
controls (B) are used to operate the exterior and interior
lamps. Information on the interior lamps follows. For
more information on the exterior lamps, seeExterior
Lamps on page 3-13.
D(Interior Lamp Control):The interior lamp
control (A) is located to the left of the steering wheel
and is used to adjust the brightness of the instrument
panel lights.
Instrument Panel Brightness
To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights,
press lightly on the interior lamp control and release.
The control will extend outward. Turn the control
counterclockwise to brighten and clockwise to dim the
instrument panel lights. Press on the control to return it
to the stored position.
Parade Dimming
This feature prohibits the dimming of your instrument
panel displays during daylight while your headlamps are
on. When the light sensor reads darkness outside,
you will be able to dim your instrument panel displays
once again.
Theater Dimming
This feature allows for a three to five-second fade out of
the courtesy lamps instead of immediate turn off.
Exit Lighting
With the exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on
when you remove the key from the ignition to help you
see while exiting the vehicle.
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Perimeter Lighting
When the button with the unlock symbol on the remote
keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the DRL, parking
lamps and back-up lamps will come on if it is dark
enough outside.
This feature can be personalized for up to two drivers.
SeeDIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-52for
more information.
Parade Dimming
This feature prohibits dimming of the instrument panel
displays and backlighting during daylight hours when the
key is in the ignition and the headlamps are on. This
feature operates with the light sensor and is fully
automatic. When the light sensor reads darkness outside
and the parking lamps are active, the instrument
panel displays can be adjusted by turning the instrument
panel brightness knob. SeeInstrument Panel Brightness
on page 3-17.
Map Lamps
If your vehicle has front map lamps, they are located on
the inside rearview mirror. They will automatically
come on for approximately 40 seconds when the doors
are unlocked with the remote keyless entry transmitter
or until the ignition key is turned to RUN or
ACCESSORY. The lamps will also stay on for
approximately 40 seconds after you exit the vehicle
unless you lock the doors with the remote keyless
entry transmitter.
You can also turn the lamps on and off by pressing the
button near each lamp. If your vehicle has self-dimming
mirrors, the halo lighting feature will remain on at
all times.
Battery Run-Down Protection
This feature shuts off all lamps that are left on for more
than 10 minutes when the ignition is off. This will
keep your battery from running down.
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Reduced Engine Power Light
This light is displayed
when a noticeable
reduction in the vehicle’s
performance may occur.
The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when
the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration
and speed may be reduced. The performance may
be reduced until the next time you drive your vehicle. If
this light stays on, see your dealer as soon as
possible for diagnosis and repair.
This light may also come on if there is a problem
with the Throttle Actuator Control (TAC) system.
If this happens, take the vehicle in for service as
soon as possible.
Highbeam On Light
This light comes on
whenever the high-beam
headlamps are on.
Check Gages Warning Light
The Check Gages light will
come on briefly when you
are starting the engine.
If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving,
check your coolant temperature and engine oil
pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones.
SeeEngine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-32
andOil Pressure Gage on page 3-36.
When the fuel level is low in your vehicle, the check
gages light will come on and a chime will sound. You will
also see a FUEL LEVEL LOW message on the DIC.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-45
for more information.
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Turn Signal On
If a turn signal is left on for 3/4 mile (1.2 km), this
message will appear on the display and you will hear a
chime. Move the turn signal/multifunction lever to the
off position. Press the select button to acknowledge this
message and clear it from the display. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7for more
information.
Unknown Speed
This message will be displayed when trying to raise or
lower the convertible top and the roof controller
cannot communicate with the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM). See your GM dealer for service.
DIC Vehicle Personalization
Your vehicle has a personalization feature that allows
you to program certain features to a preferred setting for
up to two drivers. The number of programmable
features varies depending upon which model of the
vehicle you purchased. Once the features are
programmed, the saved settings are recalled by pressing
the unlock button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter, 1 or 2, or by pressing the appropriate
memory button, 1 or 2, located on the outboard side of
the driver’s seat. SeeMemory Seat on page 2-53
for more information.The following is a list of available
programmable options:
•AUTOMATIC LOCKING (Automatic
Transmission only)
•AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING
•REMOTE LOCK FEEDBACK
•REMOTE UNLOCK FEEDBACK
•HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT
•PERIMETER LIGHTING
•SEAT POSITION RECALL, if equipped
•ALARM WARNING TYPE
•DISPLAY LANGUAGE
•DISPLAY UNITS – U.S./MET
q(Personalization):Press this button located on the
steering wheel to access the vehicle personalization
menu and customize the personalization settings
on your vehicle.
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Remote Unlock Feedback
This feature allows you to choose whether or not the
parking lamps flash and the horn chirps when you
unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry
transmitter. Press the personalization button until
REMOTE UNLOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display.
To access the modes for REMOTE UNLOCK
FEEDBACK, press the select button. Once REMOTE
UNLOCK FEEDBACK is selected, press the select
button to scroll through the following modes:
Mode 1:UNLOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH
Mode 2:UNLOCK FEEDBACK: OFF
Mode 3:UNLOCK FEEDBACK: HORN
Mode 4:UNLOCK FEEDBACK: LAMPS
If you choose Mode 1, the parking lamps will flash each
time you press the button with the unlock symbol on
the remote keyless entry transmitter. The horn will chirp
the second time you press the unlock button.
If you choose Mode 2, there will be no feedback when
unlocking the vehicle.
If you choose Mode 3, the horn will chirp the second
time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the
remote keyless entry transmitter.If you choose Mode 4, the parking lamps will flash each
time you press the button with the unlock symbol on
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Scroll through the list of modes. When the mode you
want is displayed on the DIC, press the personalization
button to set your choice, return to the personalization
menu, and advance to the next programmable feature.
Headlamps on at Exit
This feature allows you to set the amount of time you
want the headlamps to remain on after you exit the
vehicle. Press the personalization button until
HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT appears in the display. To
access the modes for HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT, press
the select button. Once HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT is
selected, press the select button to scroll through
the following modes:
Mode 1:HEADLAMP DELAY 10 SEC
Mode 2:HEADLAMP DELAY 20 SEC
Mode 3:HEADLAMP DELAY 40 SEC
Mode 4:HEADLAMP DELAY 60 SEC
Mode 5:HEADLAMP DELAY 120 SEC
Mode 6:HEADLAMP DELAY 180 SEC
Mode 7:HEADLAMP DELAY OFF
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If you choose Mode 7, the headlamps will turn off as
soon as you turn off the vehicle.
Scroll through the list of modes. When the mode you
want is displayed on the DIC, press the personalization
button to set your choice, return to the personalization
menu, and advance to the next programmable feature.
Perimeter Lighting
This feature allows you to choose whether or not certain
exterior lamps turn on when the unlock button on the
remote keyless entry transmitter is pressed. Press
the personalization button until PERIMETER LIGHTING
appears in the display. To access the modes for
PERIMETER LIGHTING, press the select button. Once
PERIMETER LIGHTING is selected, press the select
button to scroll through the following modes:
Mode 1:PERIMETER LIGHTING ON
Mode 2:PERIMETER LIGHTING OFF
If you choose Mode 1, the headlamps and back-up
lamps will come on for 40 seconds, if it is dark enough
outside, when you unlock the vehicle with the remote
keyless entry transmitter.
Scroll through the list of modes. When the mode you
want is displayed on the DIC, press the personalization
button to set your choice, return to the personalization
menu, and advance to the next programmable feature.
Seat Position Recall
This feature allows you to choose how any previously
programmed seat position is recalled. Press the
personalization button until SEAT POSITION RECALL
appears in the display. To access the modes for
SEAT POSITION RECALL, press the select button.
Once SEAT POSITION RECALL is selected, press the
select button to scroll through the following modes:
Mode 1:SEAT RECALL: OFF
Mode 2:SEAT RECALL: AT KEY IN
Mode 3:SEAT RECALL: ON REMOTE
If you choose Mode 1, the memory seat position you
saved will only be recalled when the memory
button 1 or 2 is pressed.
If you choose Mode 2, the memory seat position
you saved will be recalled when you put the key in
the ignition.
If you choose Mode 3, the memory seat position you
saved will be recalled when you unlock the vehicle with
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Scroll through the list of modes. When the mode you
want is displayed on the DIC, press the personalization
button to set your choice, return to the personalization
menu, and advance to the next programmable feature.
SeeMemory Seat on page 2-53for more information.
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Driving at Night
Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One
reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired — by
alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue.
Here are some tips on night driving.
•Drive defensively.
•Do not drink and drive.
•Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare
from headlamps behind you.
•Since you cannot see as well, you may need to
slow down and keep more space between you
and other vehicles.
•Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.
Your vehicle’s headlamps can light up only so much
road ahead.
•In remote areas, watch for animals.
•If you are tired, pull off the road in a safe place
and rest.
No one can see as well at night as in the daytime.
But as we get older these differences increase.
A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much
light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old.What you do in the daytime can also affect your night
vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright
sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes
will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you
are driving, do not wear sunglasses at night. They may
cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also
make a lot of things invisible.
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching
headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several
seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When
you are faced with severe glare, as from a driver
who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with
misaimed headlamps, slow down a little. Avoid
staring directly into the approaching headlamps.
Keep the windshield and all the glass on your vehicle
clean — inside and out. Glare at night is made much
worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass
can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes
lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would,
making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly.
Remember that the headlamps light up far less of a
roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep
your eyes moving; that way, it is easier to pick out dimly
lighted objects. Just as the headlamps should be
checked regularly for proper aim, so should your eyes
be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from
night blindness — the inability to see in dim light — and
are not even aware of it.
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