2007 CHEVROLET HHR Owners Manual

Accessory Power Outlet(s)
Accessory power outlets can be used to connect
electrical equipment such as a cellular phone
or CB radio.
The accessory power outlet is located on the
instrument panel below the climate controls and at
the rear of the center console.
To use the outlet, remove the cover. When not
in use, always cover the outlet with the
protective cap.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment plugged
in for an extended period of time while the
vehicle is off will drain the battery. Power is
always supplied to the outlets. Always unplug
electrical equipment when not in use and
do not plug in equipment that exceeds
the maximum 20 ampere rating.
Certain electrical accessories may not be
compatible with the accessory power outlet and
could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you
experience a problem, see your dealer for
additional information on the accessory power
outlet.Notice:Adding any electrical equipment to
your vehicle may damage it or keep other
components from working as they should. The
repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding
maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes.
Check with your dealer before adding electrical
equipment.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to
follow the installation instructions included with the
equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet can
cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug because the
power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only.
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Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter
Your vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette
lighter. To use the lighter, located on the
instrument panel below the climate controls, push
it in all the way and let go. When it is ready, it
will pop back out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it
is heating will not allow the lighter to back
away from the heating element when it is hot.
Damage from overheating may occur to the
lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be
blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in
while it is heating. Do not use equipment
exceeding maximum amperage rating of
15 amperes.
To clean the center console ashtray, remove the
entire ashtray and empty it.
Notice:If you put papers, pins, or other
ammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes
or other smoking materials could ignite
them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never
put ammable items in the ashtray.
Climate Controls
Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating,
cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle.
If your vehicle has remote start and you want to
warm up or cool down the interior before you
get in, leave your climate control system on with
the settings adjusted where you want them.
The next time the vehicle is started with remote
start, the climate control system will come on and
adjust the interior to the temperature settings.
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Operation
To change the current mode, select one of the
following:
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode directs approximately
half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and
then directs the remaining air to the oor outlets.
Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and
warmer air to the oor outlets.
6(Floor):This mode directs most of the air to
the oor outlets with some air directed to the
windshield and side windows.
The right knob can also be used to select defog or
defrost mode. Information on defogging and
defrosting can be found later in this section.
Recirculation mode is not allowed in this mode.
9(Fan):Turn the center knob clockwise
or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the
fan speed. In any setting other than off, the fan will
run continuously with the ignition on. The fan
must be turned on to run the air conditioning (AC)
compressor.
9(Off):To turn the fan off, turn the knob all the
way counterclockwise to the off position.
Temperature Control:Turn the left knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or
decrease the temperature inside your vehicle.
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@(Recirculate):Press this button to prevent
outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or
to help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle
more quickly. An indicator light above the symbol
will come on in this mode. The air conditioning
compressor also comes on. This mode is not
available for oor, defog and defrost modes. When
the recirculation button is pressed, the recirculation
indicator light will ash ve times and outside
air will be delivered. Operation in this mode during
periods of high humidity and cool outside
temperatures may result in increased window
fogging. If window fogging is experienced, select
the defrost mode.
;(Outside Air):Press this button to allow
outside air to circulate through your vehicle.
An indicator light above the symbol will come on
in this mode.
#(Air Conditioning):Press this button to turn
the air conditioning system on or off. When
this button is pressed, an indicator light below the
symbol will come on to let you know the air
conditioning is activated.
On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside
air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce
the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down.
It also helps the system to operate more efficiently.
For quick cool down on hot days:
1. Select the vent mode.
2. Select the recirculation mode.
3. Select air conditioning.
4. Select the coolest temperature.
5. Select the highest fan speed.
Using these settings together for long periods of
time may cause the air inside of your vehicle
to become too dry. To prevent this from
happening, after the air in your vehicle has cooled,
turn off the recirculation by pressing the outside
air button.
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The air conditioning system removes moisture
from the air, so you may sometimes notice a small
amount of water dripping underneath your
vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine.
This is normal.
The air conditioning compressor cannot be turned
on when the fan is off.
Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window
glass. This can be minimized if the climate
control system is used properly. There are
two modes to clear fog or frost from your
windshield and side windows. Use the defog mode
to clear the windows of fog or moisture and
warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to
remove fog or frost from the windshield more
quickly. For best results, clear all snow and ice
from the windshield before defrosting.
Turn the right knob to select the defog or
defrost mode.
-(Defog):This mode directs approximately half
of the air to the windshield and the side window
outlets and half to the oor outlets. When you
select this mode the system runs the air
conditioning compressor. To defog the windows
faster, turn the temperature control knob clockwise
to the warmest setting.
Recirculation mode is not available in defog mode.
0(Defrost):This mode directs most of the
air to the windshield, with some air directed to the
side window outlets and the oor outlets. When
you select this mode the system runs the air
conditioning compressor. To defrost the windows
faster, turn the temperature control knob
clockwise to the warmest setting.
Recirculation mode is not available in defog mode.
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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 in RUN.
<(Rear):Press the button to turn the rear
window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear
as much snow from the rear window as possible.
An indicator light below the symbol will come
on to let you know that the rear window defogger
is activated.
The rear window defogger will turn off
approximately 15 minutes after the button is
pressed. If turned on again, the defogger will only
run for approximately seven minutes before
turning off. If turned on again, the defogger will
only run for approximately seven minutes before
turning off. If vehicle speed is greater than 50 mph
(80 km/h) and the rear defogger is active, it will
remain on as long as the speed is greater
than 50 mph (80 km/h). The defogger can also be
turned off by pressing the button again or by
turning off the engine.Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the
inside of the rear window. If you do, you could
cut or damage the warming grid, and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license,
tape, a decal or anything similar to the
defogger grid.
Outlet Adjustment
Rotate the outlets and move the outlet vanes to
change the direction of the airow and to open and
close the outlets.
Operation Tips

Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the
air inlets at the base of the windshield that
may block the ow of air into your vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood deectors 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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Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Passenger compartment air, both outside air
and recirculated air, is routed through a passenger
compartment lter. The lter removes certain
particles from the air, including pollen and dust
particles. Reductions in airow, which may
occur more quickly in dusty areas, indicate that
the lter needs to be replaced early.
The lter should be replaced as part of routine
scheduled maintenance. SeeScheduled
Maintenance on page 393for replacement
intervals. See your dealer for details on changing
the lter. To nd out what type of lter to use,
seeNormal Maintenance Replacement Parts on
page 405.To access the passenger compartment air lter
you must go through the glove box.
1. Open the glove box and remove all articles
from the inside.
2. Release the glove box stops by pushing them
both outward to let the glove box drop open
completely.
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3. Pull each of the three tabs of the lter access
door down and open the access door
downward.4. Pull the lter out, keeping it face up so as not
to drop any dust into the passenger
compartment upon removal.
When installing a new air lter make sure the
AIR FLOW arrow is pointing downward. Reverse
Steps 1 through 4 making sure the glove box
door is back into place.
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