2009 CHEVROLET HHR Owners Manual

To use the panel in the second position:
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.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.
The panel can be used as a cargo cover for the
rear area. It has hooks underneath for shopping bags.
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 something is carried on top of the vehicle that is
longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like
paneling, plywood, or a mattress — the wind can
catch it while the vehicle is being driven. This can
cause a driver to lose control. The item being
carried could be violently torn off, and this could
cause a collision, and damage the vehicle. Items
may be carried inside. Never carry something
longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of
the 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 the Vehicle on
page 4-25.
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.
Convenience Net
Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The metal
rings in the cargo area can be used to attach the
convenience net for several uses. The net can be used
to attach items secured to the oor, to the rear liftgate
or liftgate glass. The net is not for larger, heavier loads.
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Hideaway Rear Storage Bins
Your vehicle may have two storage bins located in the
rear of the vehicle. Pull up on the handles to open
and lift the lid. Use the key to lock/unlock the bins.There is a rod that hooks into place to prop open the
lid. Push the rod towards the lid to unhook it and lower
the lid.
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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
ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) must be active. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 2-25.
Express Open: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 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: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...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Horn .............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-8
Windshield Washer.........................................3-9
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...........................3-10
Cruise Control..............................................3-10
Headlamps..................................................3-14
Wiper Activated Headlamps............................3-15
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-15
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-15
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-16
Fog Lamps ..................................................3-16
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-17
Dome Lamp .................................................3-17
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................3-17
Mirror Reading Lamps...................................3-17
Rear Reading Lamps....................................3-17
Electric Power Management...........................3-18
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-18
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-19
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-21Climate Controls............................................3-21
Climate Control System.................................3-21
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-24
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-24
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-26
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-27
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-28
Tachometer................................................
.3-28
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-29
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-30
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-31
Charging System Light..................................3-32
Up-Shift Light...............................................3-32
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-33
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light.....3-34
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
Indicator/Warning Light...............................3-34
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/
Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/
Warning Light............................................3-35
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light......3-36
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-36
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-37
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-37
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-40
Security Light...............................................3-41
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-41
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Highbeam On Light.......................................3-41
Fuel Gage...................................................3-42
Boost Gage.................................................3-42
Recongurable Performance Display (RPD)......3-43
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-48
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-48
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-50
DIC Vehicle Personalization............................3-56
Audio System(s).............................................3-61
Setting the Clock..........................................3-62
Radio(s)......................................................3-63Using an MP3..............................................3-74
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-81
Bluetooth
®...................................................3-82
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-94
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.......................3-94
Radio Reception...........................................3-95
Fixed Mast Antenna......................................3-96
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...............3-96
Chime Level Adjustment................................3-96
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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✍NOTES
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Instrument Panel Overview
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