climate settings CHEVROLET VOLT 2019 Owner's Manual

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28 In Brief
Inefficient acceleration is indicated
when the ball turns yellow and
travels above the center of the
gauge.
Aggressive braking is indicated
when the ball turns yellow and
travels below the center of the
gauge.
Acceleration/Braking/Coasting
Avoid unnecessary rapid
accelerations and decelerations.
Electric range is maximized at
80 km/h (50 mph) and below. Higher
speeds use more energy and can
significantly reduce electric range.
Use cruise control when
appropriate.
Plan ahead for decelerations and
coast whenever possible. For
example, do not rush to traffic
signals.
Do not shift to N (Neutral) to coast.
The vehicle recovers energy while
coasting and braking in D (Drive)
or L (Low).Drive Mode and PRNDL Selection
Use Normal Mode when possible.
Sport Mode provides more
responsive acceleration than
Normal Mode but can reduce
efficiency.
Use Mountain Mode prior to
climbing long, steep grades in
mountainous areas. Be sure to
engage Mountain Mode before
starting to climb. Mountain Mode
reduces electric range and power
but may be needed to maintain
speed on steep grades.
Use Hold Mode on a trip where it is
expected that all of the electric
charge will be depleted. Use Hold
Mode mainly during highway or high
speed driving to maximize both EV
miles and fuel efficiency.
Use L (Low) when higher levels of
regenerative braking are desired.
L (Low) provides increased
regenerative braking when the
accelerator pedal is released,
reducing brake pedal application
and while increasing regenerating
electrical energy.Climate Setting
Using the heat and air conditioning
systems decreases the energy
available for electric driving.
Optimal energy efficiency is
achieved with the heat, air
conditioning, and fan turned off.
Less energy is used at low fan
speeds. When using the fan:
.
Fan Only is the most energy
efficient climate setting as long
as
0is not selected.
. Use eco for moderate air
conditioning and heater
operation. This is the next most
energy efficient setting as long
as Max Defrost is not selected.
. MAX provides the most comfort
but is the least energy efficient.
If equipped, use the heated seat
feature and the heated steering
wheel instead of climate settings.
Heating the seat and steering wheel
uses less energy than heating the
vehicle interior.

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activated. SeeWasher Fluid0252
for information on filling the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
{Warning
In freezing weather, do not use
the washer until the windshield is
warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the
windshield, blocking your vision.
Compass
The vehicle may have a compass
display on the Driver Information
Center (DIC). The compass receives
its heading and other information
from the Global Positioning
System (GPS) antenna, StabiliTrak/
Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
and vehicle speed information.
The compass system is designed to
operate for a certain number of
miles or degrees of turn before
needing a signal from the GPS
satellites. When the compass
display shows CAL, drive the
vehicle for a short distance in an open area where it can receive a
GPS signal. The compass system
will automatically determine when a
GPS signal is restored and provide
a heading again.
Clock
The time and date for the clock can
be set using the infotainment
system. See
“Time/Date”in
“System” under“Settings” in the
infotainment manual.
Power Outlets
The accessory power outlets can be
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
There are two accessory power
outlets:
. In the storage area below the
climate control system.
. On the rear of the front console
armrest. The power outlets supply power
while the vehicle is on, or if the
vehicle is in Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). See
Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) 0171.
Lift the cover to access and replace
when not in use.
Certain accessory plugs may not be
compatible with the accessory
power outlet and could overload
vehicle or adapter fuses. If a
problem is experienced, see your
dealer.
When adding electrical equipment,
be sure to follow the installation
instructions included with the
equipment. See Add-On Electrical
Equipment 0233.
Caution
Hanging heavy equipment from
the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by the
vehicle warranty. The power
outlets are designed for
accessory power plugs only, such
as cell phone charge cords.

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Impacts
The Impacts screen provides an
estimate of the factors that influence
energy usage since the last full
charge of the high voltage battery.
A positive number is desired to
reach the vehicle’s electric and fuel
economy rating.
.Technique includes speed,
acceleration, & braking. Lower
speeds increase the EV
technique miles, while higher
speeds reduce it.
. Terrain includes road conditions,
such as hills, rain and snow.
External factors like wind will
also positively or negatively impact Terrain. Low tire pressure
will worsen the Terrain
performance.
. Climate Settings includes how
the heating and air condition are
used. Using ECO or Fan Only
settings will help reduce your
climate setting losses. See
Climate Controls 017.
. Outside Temperature includes
the effect that hot or cold air has
on vehicle aerodynamics.
. Miles or Kilometers is the sum
of the individual values.
The individual vehicle range impacts
provide an understanding of how
electric and fuel economy are
different from day-to-day, even when
traveling the same route.
All values are reset after a complete
charge and may not be stable until
approximately 16 km (10 mi) have
been driven. DetailsThe Details screen displays how
energy is being used since the last
time the high voltage battery was
fully charged. It includes Driving and
Accessories, Climate Settings, and
Battery Conditioning. The circle
graph displays these percentages.
The total energy used displays at
the bottom of the screen.

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Instruments and Controls 137
Vehicle
Personalization
The following are all possible
vehicle personalization features.
Depending on the vehicle, some
may not be available.
For System, Apps, and Personal
features and functions, see
“Settings”in the infotainment
manual.
To access the vehicle
personalization menu:
1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page of the infotainment
display.
2. Touch Vehicle to display a list of available options.
3. Touch to select the desired feature setting.
4. Touch
9orRto turn a feature
off or on.
5. Touch
zto go to the top level
of the Settings menu. The menu may contain the
following:
Rear Seat Reminder
This allows for a chime and a
message when the rear door has
been opened before or during
operation of the vehicle.
Touch Off or On.
Climate and Air Quality
Touch and the following may
display:
.
Auto Fan Speed
. Auto Heated Seats
. Auto Defog
. Engine Assisted Heating
. Engine Assisted Heating
Plugged In
Auto Fan Speed
This feature will set the auto fan
speed.
Touch Low, Medium, or High. Auto Heated Seats
When the vehicle is on, this feature
will automatically activate the
heated seats at the level required by
the vehicle's interior temperature.
The auto heated seats can be
turned off by using
LorMon the
center stack.
If equipped with Auto Heated
Steering Wheel, this feature will turn
on when the Auto Heated Seats
turn on.
Touch Off or On.
Auto Defog
When turned on and high humidity
is detected, the climate control
system may adjust to outside air
supply and turn on the air
conditioner or the heater. The fan
speed may slightly increase to help
prevent fogging. When high
humidity is no longer detected, the
system will return to its prior
operation.
Touch Off or On.

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Climate Controls 151
1. Manual Fan Control Knob
2. MAX Defrost
3. Power Button
4. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
5. Recirculation
6. eco Climate Mode Button
7. Temperature Control Knob
8. Driver and Passenger HeatedSeats (If Equipped)
9. MAX Climate Mode Button
10. Air Delivery Mode Controls
11. Rear Window Defogger Climate Mode Operation
There are three climate mode
settings: Fan Only, eco, and MAX.
These settings adjust the impact the
climate control system has on the
vehicle's electric range or fuel
economy.
Fan Only Mode :
To select this
mode, turn off both eco and MAX
mode. The air conditioning and
electric heat are turned off. The
climate control settings may not
have a noticeable effect on the
vehicle electric range and fuel
economy. When AUTO is selected in Fan Only
mode, the climate mode will change
to either eco or MAX.
When in Fan Only mode, the air
conditioning system may turn on
automatically if the high voltage
battery is being cooled. The climate
control system could blow cold air.
This is normal. To prevent cold air
from blowing into the interior, turn off
the fan control.
When in Fan Only mode, if Auto
Defog is enabled, the air
conditioning and electric heat may
turn on when high humidity
conditions exist. See
“Climate and
Air Quality” underVehicle
Personalization 0137 for more
information on the Auto Defog
selection. The air conditioning may
also run if
0MAX is selected.
eco Mode : Press eco to select this
mode and the indicator will be lit.
The air conditioning and electric
heat are controlled to balance
comfort with fuel economy. The
vehicle electric range or fuel

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158 Driving and Operating
Utility Interruption ofCharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Electrical Requirements for Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Fuel
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . 229
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 230
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Trailer Towing
General TowingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Conversions and Add-Ons
Add-On ElectricalEquipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Driving Information
Distracted Driving
Distraction comes in many forms
and can take your focus from the
task of driving. Exercise good
judgment and do not let other
activities divert your attention away
from the road. Many local
governments have enacted laws
regarding driver distraction. Become
familiar with the local laws in
your area.
To avoid distracted driving, keep
your eyes on the road, keep your
hands on the steering wheel, and
focus your attention on driving.
. Do not use a phone in
demanding driving situations.
Use a hands-free method to
place or receive necessary
phone calls.
. Watch the road. Do not read,
take notes, or look up
information on phones or other
electronic devices. .
Designate a front seat
passenger to handle potential
distractions.
. Become familiar with vehicle
features before driving, such as
programming favorite radio
stations and adjusting climate
control and seat settings.
Program all trip information into
any navigation device prior to
driving.
. Wait until the vehicle is parked
to retrieve items that have fallen
to the floor.
. Stop or park the vehicle to tend
to children.
. Keep pets in an appropriate
carrier or restraint.
. Avoid stressful conversations
while driving, whether with a
passenger or on a cell phone.