2007 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 may have a cargo mat that covers
the panel/cargo cover.
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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 269.
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 119.
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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........................ 152
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 154
Other Warning Devices............................. 154
Horn.......................................................... 154
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 155
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 155
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 156
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 156
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 156
Windshield Wipers..................................... 157
Windshield Washer.................................... 158
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 159
Cruise Control........................................... 160
Headlamps................................................ 163
Wiper Activated Headlamps....................... 164
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 164
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 164
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 165
Fog Lamps................................................ 166
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 166
Dome Lamp.............................................. 167Entry/Exit Lighting...................................... 167
Mirror Reading Lamps............................... 168
Rear Reading Lamps................................ 168
Electric Power Management...................... 168
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 168
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 169
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 170
Climate Controls......................................... 170
Climate Control System............................. 170
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 174
Passenger Compartment Air Filter............. 175
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 177
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 178
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 179
Tachometer............................................... 179
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 180
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 180
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 181
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 182
Charging System Light.............................. 184
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Brake System Warning Light..................... 185
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light........ 186
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light.... 187
Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light........................................ 187
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 188
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 188
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 192
Security Light............................................ 193
Fog Lamp Light......................................... 193
Highbeam On Light................................... 193
Fuel Gage................................................. 193
Driver Information Center (DIC).................. 194
DIC Operation and Displays...................... 195
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 197
DIC Vehicle Personalization....................... 200Audio System(s)......................................... 206
Setting the Time (Without Date Display).... 207
Setting the Time (With Date Display)......... 208
Radio with CD (Base)............................... 210
Radio with CD (MP3)................................ 215
Using an MP3........................................... 226
XM Radio Messages................................. 232
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 233
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 234
Radio Reception........................................ 234
Care of Your CDs..................................... 235
Care of the CD Player.............................. 235
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................. 236
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 236
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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✍NOTES
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Instrument Panel Overview
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