
Seats and Restraint Systems........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
..............................................1-10
Safety Belts
.............................................1-12
Child Restraints
.......................................1-33
Airbag System
.........................................1-57
Restraint System Check
............................1-72
Features and Controls..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-9
Windows
.................................................2-15
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................2-18
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........2-21
Mirrors
....................................................2-39
OnStar
®System
......................................2-44
Storage Areas
.........................................2-47
Sunroof
..................................................2-52
Instrument Panel............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
......................................3-23
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........3-28
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................3-46
Audio System(s)
.......................................3-59Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
...................................................4-32
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............5-10
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................5-43
Bulb Replacement
....................................5-46
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........5-50
Tires
......................................................5-52
Appearance Care
...................................5-110
Vehicle Identi cation
...............................5-118
Electrical System
....................................5-118
Capacities and Speci cations
...................5-125
Maintenance Schedule..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
............................... 6-2
Customer Assistance Information.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
...........................7-13
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
...........7-16
Index................................................................ 1
2008 Chevrolet HHR Owner ManualM

Mirrors...........................................................2-39
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-39
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
®and Compass...............................2-39
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass.................................................2-41
Outside Power Mirrors...................................2-43
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-43
OnStar
®System.............................................2-44Storage Areas................................................2-47
Glove Box...................................................2-47
Cupholder(s)................................................2-47
Instrument Panel Storage...............................2-47
Floor Console Storage Area...........................2-47
Rear Storage Area........................................2-48
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover..........2-48
Roof Rack System........................................2-50
Convenience Net..........................................2-51
Hideaway Rear Storage Bins..........................2-51
Sunroof.........................................................2-52
Section 2 Features and Controls
2-2

Passenger Vehicle and HHR Panel
The window switches are located on the center console.
The passenger vehicle has switches for each rear
window located on each rear door.
To open a window, press the bottom of the switch.
To close a window, press the top of the switch.
The power windows operate when the ignition is RUN
or ACC (Accessory), or while in Retained Accessory
Power (RAP). SeeRetained Accessory Power (RAP) on
page 2-25.
HHR SS
The power window controls are located on each of the
side doors. The driver’s door also has switches that
control the passenger and rear windows.
Press the switch to lower the window. Pull up on the
front edge of the switch to raise the window.
The power windows work when the ignition has been
turned to ACCESSORY or RUN or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active. SeeRetained
Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-25.
Express-Down Window
The driver’s window switch has an express-down
feature that allows the window to be lowered without
holding the switch. The switch is labeled AUTO. Press
the switch part way, and the driver’s window willopen a small amount. Press the switch down all the
way, release it, and the window will go down
automatically.
To stop the window while it is lowering, press and
release the top of, or pull up on the switch.
Window Lockout
o
(Window Lockout):Your vehicle has a lockout
feature to prevent rear seat passengers from operating
the windows. Press the lockout button, located with
the power window switches, to turn the feature on and
off. When the red band on the button is showing,
the lockout feature is off.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, swing down the visor(s). The sun
visors can also be detached from the center mount and
swung out to cover the side windows. They can also
be slid along the rod to cover different areas of the front
window.
Visor Vanity Mirrors
Your vehicle has visor vanity mirrors. Swing down the
sun visor and lift the cover to expose the mirror.
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3. Once the zone number appears on the display, press
the compass button quickly until you reach the
correct zone number. If C or CAL appears in the
compass window, the compass may need
calibration. See “Compass Calibration” listed
previously.
Outside Power Mirrors
The controls for the
outside power mirrors are
located on the driver’s
door armrest.
Press the left or right side of the selector switch located
beneath the control pad, to choose the driver or
passenger mirror. Keep the selector switch in the center
position when not adjusting either outside mirror.To adjust the mirror, press one of the four arrows
located on the control pad to move the mirror in the
direction you want it to go. Adjust each outside mirror so
that you can see some of your vehicle and the area
behind your vehicle while sitting in a comfortable driving
position. These mirrors can be manually folded
forward or rearward.
Outside Convex Mirror
{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.
The passenger side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s
surface is curved so more can be seen from the
driver seat. It also makes things, like other vehicles,
look farther away than they really are.
2-43

Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-9
Windshield Washer.......................................3-10
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...........................3-11
Cruise Control..............................................3-12
Headlamps..................................................3-15
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-16
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-16
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-16
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-17
Fog Lamps..................................................3-18
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-18
Dome Lamp.................................................3-19
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................3-19
Mirror Reading Lamps...................................3-19
Rear Reading Lamps....................................3-19
Electric Power Management...........................3-20
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-20Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-20
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-22
Climate Controls............................................3-23
Climate Control System.................................3-23
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-26
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-26
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-28
Instrument Panel Cluster...............................
.3-29
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-30
Tachometer.................................................3-30
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-30
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-31
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-32
Charging System Light..................................3-34
Up-Shift Light...............................................3-35
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-35
Antilock Brake System Warning Light...............3-36
Enhanced Traction System Warning Light.........3-37
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction
Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning
Light........................................................3-37
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light......3-38
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-39
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-39
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-40
Section 3 Instrument Panel
3-1

Passenger Sensing System..............................1-65
Passing.........................................................4-16
PASS-Key
®III+..............................................2-19
PASS-Key®III+ Operation................................2-20
Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California...... 5-4
Power
Door Locks.................................................. 2-9
Electrical System.......................................5-119
Lumbar Controls........................................... 1-4
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-25
Seat............................................................ 1-3
Windows....................................................2-16
Pressure Cap.................................................5-26
Privacy..........................................................7-16
Event Data Recorders..................................7-16
Navigation System.......................................7-17
OnStar.......................................................7-17
Radio Frequency Identi cation.......................7-17
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock...............2-10
R
Radio Frequency Identi cation (RFID), Privacy....7-17
Radios..........................................................3-59
Radio(s)........................................................3-62
Radios
Reception...................................................3-79
Setting the Clock.........................................3-60Radios (cont.)
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-78
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover............2-48
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-11
Rear Reading Lamps......................................3-19
Rear Side Cargo Door.....................................2-12
Rear Storage Area..........................................2-48
Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper.........................3-11
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass....................................................2-41
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®and Compass.................................2-39
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-39
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-5
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.................6-12
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System, Operation . . . 2-5
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 2-7
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire...................................5-90, 5-101
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-87
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-50
Replacement Parts, Maintenance......................6-14
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-14
General Motors...........................................7-14
United States Government............................7-13
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