2005 CHEVROLET SSR headlamp

Seats and Restraint Systems........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-6
Child Restraints
.......................................1-19
Airbag System
.........................................1-38
Restraint System Check
............................1-51
Features and Controls..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-9
Windows
.................................................2-11
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................2-13
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........2-15
Mirrors
....................................................2-28
HomeLink
®Transmitter
.............................2-30
Storage Areas
.........................................2-35
Convertible Top
.......................................2-51
Vehicle Personalization
.............................2-59
Instrument Panel............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
......................................3-20
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........3-23
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................3-42
Audio System(s)
.......................................3-58Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
...................................................4-34
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............5-10
Rear Axle
...............................................5-43
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................5-44
Bulb Replacement
....................................5-44
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........5-50
Tires
......................................................5-52
Appearance Care
.....................................5-74
Vehicle Identication
.................................5-82
Electrical System
......................................5-83
Capacities and Specications
.....................5-93
Maintenance Schedule..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
...........................7-11
Index................................................................ 1
2005 Chevrolet SSR Owner ManualM

If your vehicle has the memory seat feature and you
have previously programmed a seat position, the driver’s
seat will move to that position when you press the
unlock button. SeeMemory Seat on page 2-59for more
information.
Q(Lock):Press lock to lock all the doors. Press lock
again within three seconds and the horn will chirp.
F(Cargo Cover Release):To release the cargo
cover, press the button with this symbol on it. The
convertible top must be all the way up or down for this
feature to work properly. See “Roof Tonneau” under
Lowering the Convertible Top on page 2-53for
more information. The cargo cover can also be released
using the cargo cover release button located in the
glove box. SeeCargo Cover on page 2-36for more
information.
L(Remote Alarm):Press the button with the
horn symbol on it, to sound the horn and make the
headlamps and taillamps ash for up to 30 seconds.
This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again,
or by waiting for 30 seconds, or by starting the vehicle.You can program different feedback settings for up to
two drivers using the Driver Information Center (DIC).
For more information seeDriver Information Center
(DIC) on page 3-42.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can
be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring
any remaining transmitters with you when you go to
your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement
transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters
must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded
the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock
your vehicle. Each vehicle can have a maximum of
four transmitters matched to it.
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If a locked door is opened with the key, without the
key, or without the remote keyless entry transmitter,
the alarm will go off. The headlamps and parking lamps
will ash for two minutes, and the horn will sound for
30 seconds, then will turn off to save the battery power.
You can disable the alarm using the remote keyless
entry transmitter or by putting the key in the ignition and
starting the vehicle.
Remember, the theft-deterrent system won’t activate
if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door
lock. It activates only if you use a power door lock
switch with the door open, or with the remote keyless
entry transmitter. You should also remember that
you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key
if the alarm has been set off.
Here’s how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
If you don’t want to activate the theft-deterrent
system, the vehicle should be locked with the
door keyafterthe doors are closed.
Always unlock a door with a key, or use the remote
keyless entry transmitter. Unlocking a door any
other way will set off the alarm.
If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any door
with the key. You can also turn off the alarm by pressing
unlock on the remote keyless entry transmitter. The alarm
won’t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way.
Testing the Alarm
The alarm can be tested by following these steps:
1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s window
and open the driver’s door.
2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the
power door lock switch while the door is open, or
with the remote keyless entry transmitter.
3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait for
the security light to go out.
4. Then reach in through the window, unlock the door
with the manual door lock and open the door. This
should set off the alarm.
When the alarm is set the power door unlock switch is
not operational.
If the alarm does not sound when it should but the
headlamps ash, check to see if the horn works. The
horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, see
Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-84.
If the alarm does not sound or the headlamps do not
ash, the vehicle should be serviced by your dealer.
2-14

Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
The vehicle may have a manual rearview mirror. While
sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror
so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the
mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to
side. The control at the bottom of the mirror is the
day/night feature that allows adjustment to the mirror so
that the glare of headlamps from behind is reduced.
Push the control for daytime use; pull it for night use.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with HomeLink
®
The vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview
mirror with map lamps and HomeLink®Transmitter
buttons. For more information about this feature, see
HomeLink
®on page 2-30.
While sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust
the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle.
Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down
and side to side.
Mirror Operation
The mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from
headlamps behind you. A time delay feature prevents
rapid changing from the day to night positions while
driving under lights and through traffic.
[(On/Off):The automatic dimming feature is
automatically activated when the vehicle is started.
The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off
by pressing this button located on the lower part
of the mirror. Press and hold the button for up to
three seconds to turn this feature on or off.
T(Indicator Light):This light will turn on when the
automatic dimming feature is on.
+(Map Lamps):Press this button to turn the map
lamps on and off.
Press the two outside mirror buttons to light the
transmission positions on the console.
Cleaning the Mirror
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar
material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray
glass cleaner directly on the mirror as this could damage
the mirror housing.
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Outside Automatic Dimming
Heated Mirror
If the vehicle has this feature, the driver’s side outside
rearview mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps
from behind by pushing the on and off settings on the
mirror. SeeAutomatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with HomeLink
®on page 2-28for more information.
Both outside mirrors are also heated when the
rear window defogger is turned on. See “Rear Window
Defogger” underClimate Control System on page 3-20.
The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent
damage when going through an automatic car wash.
To fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. To return
the mirror to its original position, push outward. Be sure
to return the mirrors to their original unfolded position
before driving.
HomeLink®Transmitter
HomeLink®
If your vehicle has this feature, the HomeLink®
transmitter buttons are located on the automatic
dimming rearview mirror. The three buttons on the left
side of the mirror are the HomeLink
®transmitter buttons.
HomeLink
®, a combined universal transmitter and
receiver, provides a way to replace up to three
hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such
as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door
locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional
HomeLink
®information can be found on the Internet at
www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-3515.
2-30

Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-5
Other Warning Devices...................................3-5
Horn.............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-6
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-8
Windshield Washer.........................................3-9
Cruise Control................................................3-9
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-12
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-13
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-14
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-14
Fog Lamps..................................................3-15
Interior Lamps..............................................3-16
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-16
Theater Dimming..........................................3-17
Exit Lighting.................................................3-17
Perimeter Lighting.........................................3-17
Map Lamps.................................................3-17
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-17Center Console Switchbank............................3-18
Accessory Power Outlets...............................3-18
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter........................3-19
Climate Controls............................................3-20
Climate Control System.................................3-20
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-22
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-23
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-24
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-25
Trip Odometer..............................................3-25
Tachometer.................................................3-26
Engine Speed Limiter....................................3-26
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-26
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-27
Airbag Off Light............................................3-28
Charging System Light..................................3-29
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-30
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-31
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning
Light (Automatic Transmission)....................3-31
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage...................3-32
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-32
Oil Pressure Gage........................................3-36
Section 3 Instrument Panel
3-1

Horn
To sound the horn, press the horn symbol on the
steering wheel pad.
Tilt Wheel
A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before
you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to allow
more room for the driver to enter and exit the vehicle.The tilt lever is located on
the driver's side of the
steering column, under the
turn signal lever.
To tilt, hold the steering wheel and pull the tilt lever
toward you. Move the wheel to a comfortable level, then
release the tilt lever to lock the wheel in place.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
·GTurn and Lane Change Signals.Turn and
Lane-Change Signals on page 3-7
.
·3Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.Headlamp
High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8
.
·Flash-to-Pass Feature. SeeFlash-to-Pass on
page 3-8
.
·NWindshield Wipers. SeeWindshield Wipers on
page 3-8
.
3-6

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low to high beam,
push the lever toward the instrument panel. To return
to low-beam headlamps, pull the multifunction lever
toward you. Then release it.When the high beams are
on, this indicator light on
the instrument panel
cluster will also be on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to
signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic
position.
To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then
release it.
If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on
low beam, your high-beam headlamps will turn on.
They'll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you. The high-beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster
will come on. Release the lever to return to normal
operation.
Windshield Wipers
N(Windshield Wipers):
To use the windshield
wipers, turn the band with the wiper symbol on it.
8(Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to
mist. Hold it there until the wipers start. Then let go.
The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want
more wipes, hold the band on mist longer.
Delayed Wipers: You can set the wiper speed for a long
or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in
light rain or snow. Turn the band to one of the dashed
marks on the lever to choose the delay time. The closer
to the top of the lever, the shorter the delay.
6(Low Speed): For steady wiping at low speed,
turn the band away from you to the ®rst solid band past
the delay settings.
1(High Speed): For high-speed wiping, turn the
band further, to the second solid band past the
delay settings.
9(Off): Turn the band to this symbol to turn off your
windshield wipers.
3-8