2006 CHEVROLET SSR transmission

Keys...............................................................2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System.........................2-5
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation...........2-6
Doors and Locks.............................................2-8
Door Locks....................................................2-8
Power Door Locks..........................................2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks..............2-10
Tailgate.......................................................2-10
Windows........................................................2-11
Power Windows............................................2-12
Sun Visors...................................................2-13
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-13
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................2-13
Passlock
®....................................................2-15
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-15
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-15
Ignition Positions..........................................2-16
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)...................2-17
Starting the Engine.......................................2-17
Automatic Transmission Operation...................2-19
Manual Transmission Operation......................2-21
Parking Brake..............................................2-23Shifting Into Park (P).....................................2-23
Shifting Out of Park (P).................................2-24
Parking Your Vehicle
(Manual Transmission)...............................2-25
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-25
Engine Exhaust............................................2-26
Running the Engine While Parked...................2-26
Mirrors...........................................................2-27
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-27
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Universal Home Remote.............................2-27
Outside Power Heated Mirrors........................2-28
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-29
Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror........2-29
Universal Home Remote System......................2-30
Universal Home Remote System Operation......2-30
Storage Areas................................................2-34
Glove Box...................................................2-34
Cupholder(s)................................................2-34
Instrument Panel Storage Area.......................2-34
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-35
Map Pocket.................................................2-35
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Programmable Automatic
Door Locks
Your vehicle is programmed from the factory to
automatically lock and unlock under certain conditions. If
all the doors are closed, when you move the shift lever
out of PARK (P) all of the doors will lock on a vehicle with
an automatic transmission or when the vehicle reaches a
speed of 8 mph (13 kph) on a vehicle with a manual
transmission. Every time you move the shift lever back
into PARK (P), the doors will unlock for a vehicle with an
automatic transmission or when the key is removed from
the ignition for a vehicle with a manual transmission. If
someone needs to get out while you are not in PARK (P)
or while the key is in the ignition, have that person use the
manual or power lock. When the door is closed again, it
will not lock automatically. Use the manual or power lock
to lock the door again.
Customizing Your Automatic Door
Locks Feature
The automatic door locks can be programmed to the
preferred settings for up to two drivers. SeeDIC Vehicle
Personalization on page 3-52for more information.
Tailgate
To open the tailgate, do the following:
1. Open the cargo cover using the remote keyless
entry transmitter or the cargo cover release
button in the glovebox. SeeRemote Keyless Entry
System Operation on page 2-6andCargo Cover
on page 2-35for more information.
2. Pull up on the handle inside and lower the tailgate.
To close the tailgate, do the following:
1. Close the cargo cover before closing the tailgate.
2. Push the tailgate upward to return it to its upright,
latched position. Push and pull on the tailgate to
make sure it is secure.
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Ignition Positions
Use the key to turn the ignition switch to four different
positions.Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break the
key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with
your hand. Make sure the key is in all the way. If
none of this works, then your vehicle needs service.
A (OFF):This is the only position in which you can
insert or remove the key. This position locks the ignition
and transmission. It is a theft-deterrent feature.
Notice:Lengthy operation of features such as the
radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the
battery and prevent your vehicle from starting. Do not
operate your vehicle in the accessory ignition
position for a long period of time.
B (ACCESSORY):This position lets you use things like
the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine
is off.
C (RUN):This is the position for driving.
D (START):This position starts the engine.
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Key Release Button (Manual
Transmission)
The ignition key cannot be
removed from the ignition
of manual transmission
vehicles unless the
key release button is used.
To remove the key on manual transmission vehicles,
turn the key to ACCESSORY, then press the button
and turn the key to OFF. Do not hold the button in
while turning the key to ACCESSORY. Pull the key
straight out.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
Your vehicle is equipped with Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) which will allow certain features of your
vehicle to continue working for up to 20 minutes after the
ignition key is turned to OFF.
Your radio and power windows will work when the
ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY. Once the key is
turned from RUN to OFF, these features will continue
to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened.
Starting the Engine
Automatic Transmission
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine will not start in any other position — that is
a safety feature. To restart when you are already
moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Notice:Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your
vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your
vehicle is stopped.
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Manual Transmission
The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL and the
parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the
floor and start the engine. Your vehicle will not start if
the clutch pedal is not all the way down — that is a
safety feature.
Starting Your Engine
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the
ignition key to START. When the engine starts,
let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as
your engine gets warm.
Notice:Holding your key in START for longer than
15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to
be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat
can damage your starter motor. Wait about
15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining
your battery or damaging your starter.
2. If the engine does not start within 10 seconds, push
the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor, while
you hold the ignition key in START. When the
engine starts, let go of the key and let up on the
accelerator pedal. Wait about 15 seconds between
each try.For both the manual and automatic transmissions, when
starting the vehicle after it has been sitting idle and
the engine is cold, the engine starter may continue
cranking the engine up to approximately four seconds
after you release the ignition key. This is normal.
When starting your engine in very cold weather (below
0°F or 18°C), do this:
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the
ignition key to START and hold it there up to
15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of
the key.
2. If your engine still will not start, or starts but then
stops, it could be flooded with too much gasoline.
Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and holding it there as you hold the key in
START for about three seconds. When the engine
starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If the
vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the
same thing, but this time keep the pedal down
for five or six seconds. This clears the extra
gasoline from the engine.
Notice:Your engine is designed to work with the
electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could change the way the
engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment,
check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine
might not perform properly. Any resulting damage
would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.
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Automatic Transmission Operation
Your vehicle’s automatic transmission has a shift lever
located on the center console.
There are several different positions for the shift lever.
PARK (P):This position locks the rear wheels. It is
the best position to use when you start the engine
because your vehicle cannot move easily.
{CAUTION:
It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the
shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the
parking brake rmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)
Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is
running unless you have to. If you have left the
engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
You or others could be injured. To be sure your
vehicle will not move, even when you are on
fairly level ground, always set your parking
brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P). See
Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-23. If you are
pulling a trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on
page 4-35.
Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting
the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission
shift lock control system. You have to fully apply the
regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when
the ignition key is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of
PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever, and push
the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) (press the
button in on the console shift lever) as you maintain
brake application. Then move the shift lever into
the gear desired. SeeShifting Out of Park (P) on
page 2-24.
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REVERSE (R):Use this gear to back up.
Notice:Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your
vehicle is moving forward could damage the
transmission. The repairs would not be covered by
your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after
your vehicle is stopped.
To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow,
ice, or sand without damaging your transmission,
seeIf Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
on page 4-28.
NEUTRAL (N):In this position, your engine does not
connect with the wheels. To restart when you are
already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
{CAUTION:
Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is
running at high speed is dangerous. Unless
your foot is rmly on the brake pedal, your
vehicle could move very rapidly. You could
lose control and hit people or objects. Do not
shift into a drive gear while your engine is
running at high speed.Notice:Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)
with the engine running at high speed may damage
the transmission. The repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not
running at high speed when shifting your vehicle.
DRIVE (D):This position is for normal driving. If
you need more power for passing, and you are:
•Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your
accelerator pedal about halfway down.
•Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the
accelerator all the way down.
You will shift down to the next gear and have
more power.
DRIVE (D) May be used when towing a trailer. However,
when carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills, or
for off-road driving, select THIRD (3).
THIRD (3):This position is also used for normal driving,
however, it offers more power and lower fuel economy
than DRIVE (D).
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SECOND (2):This position gives you more power but
lower fuel economy than DRIVE (D) and THIRD (3). You
can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your
speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but
then you would also want to use your brakes off and on.
You can also use SECOND (2) for starting your
vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces.
FIRST (1):This position gives you even more power
but lower fuel economy than THIRD (3) and
SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in
deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1)
while the vehicle is moving forward, the transmission
will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going
slowly enough.
Notice:Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in
one place on a hill using only the accelerator
pedal may damage the transmission. If you are
stuck, do not spin the tires. When stopping on a hill,
use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place.Manual Transmission Operation
This is your shift pattern.
Here is how to operate your manual transmission:
FIRST (1):Press the clutch pedal and shift into
FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as
you slowly press down on the accelerator pedal.
You can shift into FIRST (1) when you are going less
than 20 mph (30 km/h). If you have come to a complete
stop and it is hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift
lever in NEUTRAL and release the clutch. Then
press the clutch pedal back down and shift into
FIRST (1).
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