2006 CHEVROLET HHR Owners Manual

To use the panel in the second position, do the
following:
1. Insert the front corners of the panel into the
top guides.
2. Slide the panel forward.
3. Press down on the back of the panel to lock
it in place.This can be used as a cargo cover for the rear area.
It has hooks underneath for shopping bags.
The third position is with the front corners placed in
the lower guides and the rear corners placed in
the upper guides. Do not load cargo on the panel in
this position. The fourth position is with the front corners
placed in the lower guides closest to the rear seat for
suboor access. Do not drive while the panel is in
this position.
Your vehicle is equipped with a cargo mat that covers
the panel/cargo cover. This mat can be rolled up
and secured to the cargo tie downs, by using the
two Velcro
®straps provided.
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Roof Rack System
Your vehicle may be equipped with a roof rack system.
{CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress
and so forth — the wind can catch it as you
drive along. This can cause you to lose
control. What you are carrying could be
violently torn off, and this could cause you
or other drivers to have a collision, and of
course damage your vehicle. You may be
able to carry something like this inside.
But, never carry something longer or wider
than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle.Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that
weighs more than 150 lbs (68 kg) or hangs over
the rear sides of the vehicle may damage your
vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats
as far forward as possible and against the side rails
making sure to fasten it securely.
Notice:Loading cargo directly on the roof of the
vehicle may cause damage to the vehicle and would
not be covered under warranty. Do not place
cargo on the roof the vehicle.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, seeLoading Your Vehicle on
page 4-32.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving,
check frequently to ensure your cargo is securely
fastened.
The roof rack system has siderails that are attached
to the roof. All cargo must be loaded on the luggage
carrier crossrails only.
Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your
roof rack system, these are available at your GM dealer.
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Convenience Net
Your vehicle may have a convenience net located on the
back wall of the cargo area. There are six metal rings in
the cargo area that the net can be attached to. Two are
on the oor behind the rear seat, two are on the oor near
the liftgate and the last two are near the liftgate glass.
The net can be positioned on the liftgate using two rings
securing the cargo in a envelope or using four rings,
keeping the cargo from falling over during sharp turns or
quick starts and stops. The net can also be positioned
using the four rings on the oor, with cargo underneath.
The net is not for larger, heavier loads.
Sunroof
The vehicle may have a power sunroof.
The switches that operate
the sunroof are located
in the headliner.
To open or close the sunroof, the ignition must be in
RUN, in ACC, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
must be active. SeeRetained Accessory Power (RAP)
on page 2-24.
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Express Open:The express open feature will operate
from the closed or partially open position. To express
open the power sunroof, fully press the driver’s side
switch rearward once. To stop the sunroof glass in a
desired position other than to the express-open position,
press the switch again, in either direction, to stop the
movement. If the sunshade is in the closed position, it will
open with the sunroof, or it can be opened manually.
Vent Open:To open the power sunroof to the vent
position from the closed position, press and hold the
passenger’s side sunroof switch forward. The rear of
the sunroof panel will tilt upward to the full vent position.
The sunshade must be opened manually.
Express Close:The express close feature will operate
from the open or partially open position. To express
close the power sunroof, fully press the driver’s
side switch forward once. To stop the sunroof glass
in a desired position other than closed, press the switch
again in either direction. The sunshade must be
closed manually.Close:To close the power sunroof, operate the controls
according to one of the following:
From the open position, press and hold the driver’s
side sunroof switch forward. The sunshade must be
closed manually.
From the vent position, press and hold the
passenger’s side sunroof switch rearward.
Anti-Pinch:If an object is in the path of the sunroof
while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the
object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point
of the obstruction. The sunroof will then return to
the full-open or vent position. To close the sunroof once
it has re-opened, refer to the two options previously
described under the “Close” feature instructions.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn .............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
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
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...........................3-10
Cruise Control..............................................3-11
Headlamps..................................................3-14
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-14
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-15
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-15
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-15
Fog Lamps ..................................................3-16
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-16
Dome Lamp .................................................3-17
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................3-17
Mirror Reading Lamps...................................3-17
Rear Reading Lamps....................................3-17
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-17
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-18
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-18Climate Controls............................................3-19
Climate Control System.................................3-19
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-22
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-22
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-24
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-25
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-26
Tachometer.................................................3-26
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-27
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light.............3-27
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-28
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-29
Charging System Light..................................3-31
Up-Shift Light...............................................3-32
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-32
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-33
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light.........3-34
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light......3-34
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-35
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-35
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-38
Security Light...............................................3-39
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-39
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-39
Fuel Gage...................................................3-40
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-40
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-41
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-43
DIC Vehicle Personalization............................3-45
Audio System(s).............................................3-51
Setting the Time (Without Date Display)...........3-53
Setting the Time (With Date Display)...............3-53
Radio with CD (Base)...................................3-54Radio with CD (MP3)....................................3-60
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-77
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.......................3-78
Radio Reception...........................................3-79
Care of Your CDs.........................................3-79
Care of the CD Player...................................3-80
Fixed Mast Antenna......................................3-80
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.............3-80
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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✍NOTES
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Instrument Panel Overview
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