2006 CHEVROLET SSR rear view mirror

Seats and Restraint Systems........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-6
Child Restraints
.......................................1-20
Airbag System
.........................................1-40
Restraint System Check
............................1-52
Features and Controls..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-8
Windows
.................................................2-11
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................2-13
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........2-15
Mirrors
....................................................2-27
Universal Home Remote System
................2-30
Storage Areas
.........................................2-34
Convertible Top
.......................................2-45
Vehicle Personalization
.............................2-53
Instrument Panel............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
......................................3-21
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........3-24
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
...................................................4-35
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............5-10
Rear Axle
...............................................5-42
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................5-43
Bulb Replacement
....................................5-43
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........5-49
Tires
......................................................5-51
Appearance Care
.....................................5-76
Vehicle Identification
.................................5-85
Electrical System
......................................5-86
Capacities and Specifications
.....................5-95
Maintenance Schedule..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
...........................7-13
Index................................................................ 1
2006 Chevrolet SSR Owner ManualM

To turn off the passenger’s frontal airbag, insert your
ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch
to the off position.The airbag off light, located on the roof panel above the
rearview mirror, will come on and stay on to let you
know that the passenger’s frontal airbag is off.
SeeAirbag Off Light on page 3-28. The passenger’s
frontal airbag will remain off until you turn it back
on again.
{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light ever comes on
when you have turned off the passenger’s
frontal airbag, it means that something may be
wrong with the airbag system. The passenger’s
frontal airbag could inate even though the
switch is off. If this ever happens, do not let
anyone whom the national government has
identied as a member of a passenger airbag
risk group sit in the passenger’s position (for
example, do not secure a rear-facing child
restraint in your vehicle) until you have your
vehicle serviced. United States
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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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{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle
if the automatic transmission shift lever is not
fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake rmly
set. Your vehicle can roll. 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 it is on fairly level
ground, always set the parking brake and
move the automatic transmission shift lever to
PARK (P), or the manual transmission shift
lever to NEUTRAL.
Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not
move. SeeShifting Into Park (P) on page 2-23and
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) on
page 2-25.
If you are pulling a trailer with your vehicle, seeTowing
a Trailer on page 4-35.
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
The vehicle may have a manual rearview mirror with
reading lamps. 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 Universal Home Remote
Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview
mirror with map lamps and Universal Home Remote
buttons. For more information about this feature,
seeUniversal Home Remote System 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.
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Both mirrors heat to clear them of ice, snow and
condensation when the rear window defogger is turned
on. See “Rear Window Defogger” underClimate
Control System on page 3-21for more information.
The mirrors can be manually folded inward to prevent
damage when going through an automatic car wash
or confined space. Push each 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.
Outside Convex Mirror
A convex mirror’s surface is curved so more can be
seen from the driver’s seat.
{CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder
before changing lanes.
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.
Both outside mirrors are also heated when the rear
window defogger is turned on. See “Rear Window
Defogger” underClimate Control System on page 3-21.
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.
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Universal Home Remote
System
If your vehicle has this feature, the Universal Home
Remote transmitter buttons are located on the automatic
dimming rearview mirror. The three buttons on the left
side of the mirror are the Universal Home Remote
transmitter buttons.
The Universal Home Remote Wireless Control System,
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.If your vehicle is equipped with the Universal Home
Remote Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes and modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization
to use this equipment.
Universal Home Remote
System Operation
Do not use the Universal Home Remote with any garage
door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse”
feature. This includes any garage door opener model
manufactured before April 1, 1982. If you have a newer
garage door opener with rolling codes, please be sure to
follow Steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of
your Universal Home Remote Transmitter.
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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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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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