2006 CHEVROLET SSR ignition

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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0(Defrost):This mode directs most of the air to the
windshield. When you select this mode, the system
runs the air-conditioning compressor unless the outside
temperature is at or below freezing. Recirculation is
not available in this mode.
1(Maximum Defrost):This mode directs most of
the air to the windshield. The rear window defogger and
heated outside mirrors will turn on, and the fan speed
will be at the highest setting (5). The temperature will be
at the hottest setting also. Recirculation is not available
in this mode.
If this mode was selected when you turn your vehicle
off, the warmest temperature and highest fan speed will
be restored when the vehicle is started, regardless of
the temperature and fan setting.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
The rear window defogger will only work when the
ignition is on.
=(Rear):Press this button on the mode knob to turn
the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light
on the button will come on to let you know that the rear
window defogger is activated.
When the rear defogger button is pressed, the outside
heated mirrors will warm to help clear any fog or
frost from the surface of the mirrors.
Notice:Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to
clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere
anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass.
These actions may damage the rear defogger.
Repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Outlet Adjustment
Use the levers located in the center of each outlet to
change the direction of the airflow.
Operation Tips
•
Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air
inlets at the base of the windshield that may
block the flow of air into your vehicle.
•Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
•Keep the path under the front seats clear of
objects to help circulate the air inside of your
vehicle more effectively.
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Speedometer and Odometer
The speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles
per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been
driven, in either miles (used in the United States)
or kilometers (used in Canada).
The odometer mileage can be checked without the
vehicle running. Turn the ignition to RUN and press the
trip information button located on the steering wheel.
SeeDIC Controls and Displays on page 3-42for more
information.
You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a
new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to
the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must
be. But if it can’t, then it’s set at zero, and a label must
be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage
reading when the new odometer was installed.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has
been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero.
Your trip odometer is part of your Driver Information
Center (DIC). The trip information button toggles
to display your trip odometer, Trip A, and Trip B
functions. See “Trip Odometer” underDIC Controls and
Displays on page 3-42for more information.
Tachometer
Notice:If you operate the engine with the
tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle
could be damaged, and the damages would not
be covered by your warranty. Do not operate
the engine with the tachometer in the shaded
warning area.
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (rpm).
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If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the
vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your
airbag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away.
{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light stays on after you
start your vehicle, it means the airbag system
may not be working properly. The airbags in
your vehicle may not inate in a crash, or they
could even inate without a crash. To help avoid
injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle
serviced right away if the airbag readiness light
stays on after you start your vehicle.
The airbag readiness light should flash for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the
light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will
be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
Airbag Off Light
When you turn the passenger’s frontal airbag off, the
airbag off light, located on the roof panel above the
rearview mirror, will come on and stay on to remind you
that the airbag has been turned off. This light will go
off when you turn the passenger’s frontal airbag back on
again. SeeAirbag Off Switch on page 1-48for more
on this, including important safety information.
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