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Black plate (2,1)Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2010
2010 Chevrolet Camaro Owner ManualM
Vehicle Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-41
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-49
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-86
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-90
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-90
Service and Maintenance . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 10-2
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . . 10-8
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 10-12 Technical Data
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Vehicle Identification . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Vehicle Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-2
Customer Information . . . . . . . 12-1
Customer Information . . . . . . . . 12-1
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . 12-14
Vehicle Data Recording and
Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i-1

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Introduction v
Symbols
The vehicle has components and
labels that use symbols instead of
text. Symbols are shown along with
the text describing the operation or
information relating to a specific
component, control, message,
gauge, or indicator.
M:This symbol is shown when
you need to see your owner manual
for additional instructions or
information.
*: This symbol is shown when
you need to see a service manual
for additional instructions or
information. Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
and what they mean. For more
information on the symbol, refer to
the index.
9:
Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g:Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar®
I: Brake System Warning
Light
": Charging System
(12‐Volt Battery)
I: Cruise Control
: Electric Parking Brake
d:Electronic Stability
Control (ESC)
B: Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
.:Fuel Gauge
+:Fuses
3: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
_: High Voltage
j:LATCH System Child
Restraints
*: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
}:Power
[:Green Leaf Display Options
/: Remote Vehicle Start
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
M:Windshield Washer Fluid

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Keys, Doors and Windows 1-13
Heated Mirrors
For vehicles with heated mirrors:
<(Rear Window Defogger):
Press to heat the mirrors.
See “Rear Window Defogger” under
Climate Control Systems
on
page 7‑1for more information.
Automatic Dimming
Mirror
If the vehicle is equipped with an
automatic dimming outside mirror
on the driver side, the mirror will
adjust for the glare of headlamps
behind you.
Interior Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror
Adjust the inside rearview mirror
for a clear view of the area behind
your vehicle. To avoid glare of the
headlamps from behind, push the
tab forward for daytime and pull it
for nighttime use.
Vehicles with OnStar have
additional control buttons located at
the bottom of the mirror. See your
dealer for more information on the
system and how to subscribe to
OnStar. See the OnStar owner's
guide for more information about
the services OnStar provides.
Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
Vehicles with an automatic dimming
inside rearview mirror reduces the
glare from the headlamps of the
vehicle behind you. The dimming
feature comes on and the indicator
light illuminates each time the
vehicle is started.
Vehicles with OnStar have
additional control buttons located at
the bottom of the mirror. See your
dealer for more information on the
system and how to subscribe to
OnStar. See the OnStar owner's
guide for more information about
the services OnStar provides.
Cleaning the Mirror
Do not spray glass cleaner directly
on the mirror. Use a soft towel
dampened with water.

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Instruments and Controls 4-5
A.Air Vents on page 7‑3.
B. Driver Shift Controls (If Equipped). See Automatic
Transmission on page 8‑26.
C. Instrument Cluster
on
page 4‑11.
D. Windshield Wiper/Washer
on
page 4‑7.
E. AM-FM Radio on page 6‑7.
F. Turn and Lane-Change Signals
on page 5‑5.Headlamp
High/Low-Beam Changeron
page 5‑3. Flash-to-Passon
page 5‑3. Driver Information
Center (DIC)on page 4‑28(If Equipped). G.
Cruise Control
on page 8‑39.
H. Exterior Lamp Controls
on
page 5‑1. Front Fog Lampson page 5‑5(If Equipped).
Instrument Panel Illumination
Control
on page 5‑6.
I. Steering Wheel Adjustment
on
page 4‑6.
J. Horn on page 4‑7.
K. Steering Wheel Controls
on
page 4‑6.
L. Climate Control Systems
on
page 7‑1. M.
Transmission Temperature
Gauge
on page 4‑16.
Voltmeter Gaugeon
page 4‑17. Engine Oil
Temperature Gaugeon
page 4‑14. Engine Oil Pressure
Gauge on page 4‑13.
N. Shift Lever. See Shifting Into
Park on page 8‑22.
O. Power Outlets on page 4‑9.
P. Hazard Warning Flashers
on
page 5‑4. Power Door Lockson page 1‑7.
Q. Glove Box on page 3‑1.

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4-34 Instruments and Controls
Oil Pressure Low—Stop
Engine
This message displays if low oil
pressure levels occur. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible
and do not operate it until the cause
of the low oil pressure has been
corrected. Check the oil as soon
as possible and have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
Engine Power Messages
Engine Power Is Reduced
This message displays when the
vehicle's engine power is reduced.
Reduced engine power can affect
the vehicle's ability to accelerate.
If this message is on, but there
is no reduction in performance,
proceed to your destination. The
performance may be reduced the
next time the vehicle is driven. The
vehicle may be driven at a reduced
speed while this message is on, but
maximum acceleration and speed
may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle
should be taken to your dealer for
service as soon as possible.
Fuel System Messages
Fuel Level Low
This message displays when the
vehicle is low on fuel. Refuel as
soon as possible
Tighten Gas Cap
This message displays when the
fuel cap is not on tight. Tighten the
fuel cap.
Key and Lock Messages
Number Of Keys Programmed
This message displays when
programming new keys to the
vehicle.
Replace Battery In Remote Key
This message displays when the
battery in the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter needs to be
replaced.
Lamp Messages
Automatic Light Control On
This message is displayed when the
automatic light control has been
turned on. See
Automatic Headlamp
System on page 5‑4.
Automatic Light Control Off
This message is displayed when the
automatic light control has been
turned off. See Automatic Headlamp
System on page 5‑4.
Left Front Turn Indicator
Failure
This message is displayed if the
turn signal bulb needs to be
replaced. See Headlamps, Front
Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
(Base Vehicle)
on page 9‑37or
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and
Parking Lamps (Up-Level Vehicle)
on page 9‑38and Replacement
Bulbson page 9‑41for more
information.

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Instruments and Controls 4-35
Left Rear Turn Indicator Failure
This message is displayed if the
turn signal bulb needs to be
replaced. SeeTaillamps, Turn
Signal, and Stoplamps
on
page 9‑40and Replacement Bulbson page 9‑41for more information.
Right Front Turn Indicator
Failure
This message is displayed if the
turn signal bulb needs to be
replaced. See Headlamps, Front
Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
(Base Vehicle)
on page 9‑37or
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and
Parking Lamps (Up-Level Vehicle)
on page 9‑38and Replacement
Bulbson page 9‑41for more
information.
Right Rear Turn Indicator
Failure
This message is displayed if the
turn signal bulb needs to be
replaced. See Taillamps, Turn
Signal, and Stoplamps
on
page 9‑40and Replacement Bulbson page 9‑41for more information.
Turn Signal On
This message is displayed if
the turn signal has been left on.
Turn off the turn signal.
Object Detection System
Messages
Park Assist Off
This message is displayed when the
park assist system has been turned
off. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist
on page 8‑41.
Service Park Assist
This message is displayed if there
is a problem with the park assist
system. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service.
Ride Control System
Messages
Stabilitrak Competitive Mode
(V8 Engine Only)
This message displays when
competitive mode is selected.
SeeCompetitive Driving Mode
on
page 8‑37for more information.
Service Traction Control
This message displays when there
is a problem with the Traction
Control System (TCS). When this
message is displayed, the system
will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your
driving accordingly. See your dealer
for service.

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Lighting 5-1
Lighting
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . 5-1
Headlamp High/Low-BeamChanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 5-4
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Front Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Interior Lighting
Instrument Panel Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Theater Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Battery Load Management . . . . 5-6
Battery Power Protection . . . . . . 5-7
Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls
The exterior lamps control is located
on the instrument panel, on the
outboard side of the steering wheel. It controls the following systems:
.Headlamps
.Sidemarker Lamps
.Parking Lamps
.Taillamps
.License Plate Lamps
.Instrument Panel Lights
.Fog Lamps
.Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
The exterior lamps control has four
positions:
9(Off): Briefly turn to this position
to turn the automatic light control
off or on again. When released,
the control returns to the AUTO
position.

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5-2 Lighting
AUTO (Automatic):Turns the
headlamps on automatically at
normal brightness, together with
the following:
.Parking Lamps
.Taillamps
.Sidemarker Lamps
.License Plate Lamps
.Instrument Panel Lights
AUTO also controls the Daytime
Running Lamps (DRL), see Daytime
Running Lamps (DRL)
on
page 5‑3.
; (Parking Lamps): Turns the
parking lamps on together with the
following:
.Taillamps
.Sidemarker Lamps
.License Plate Lamps
.Instrument Panel Lights A warning chime sounds if the
driver's door is opened when the
ignition switch is off and the parking
lamps are on.
2
(Headlamps): Turns the
headlamps on together with the
following lamps listed below.
.Parking Lamps
.Taillamps
.Sidemarker Lamps
.License Plate Lamps
.Instrument Panel Lights
A warning chime sounds if the
driver's door is opened when the
ignition switch is off and the
headlamps are on. #
(Front Fog Lamps): Push the
fog lamps button in to turn the fog
lamps on or off. The fog lamps
come on together with the following:
.Parking Lamps
.Taillamps
.Sidemarker Lamps
.License Plate Lamps
.Instrument Panel Lights
See Front Fog Lamps
on
page 5‑5.