2016 CHEVROLET TRAX park assist

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In Brief 5
In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 11
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Passenger Sensing System . . . 12
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 13
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 15
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Vehicle Features
Radio(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . 19
Bluetooth
®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 19
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 21
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 22
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 22
Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Rear Vision
Camera (RVC)
If equipped, RVC displays a view of
the area behind the vehicle, on the
center stack display, when the
vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
SeeRear Vision Camera (RVC)
0 222.
Parking Assist
If equipped, Rear Parking Assist
(RPA) uses sensors on the rear
bumper to assist with parking and
avoiding objects while in
R (Reverse). It operates at speeds
less than 8 km/h (5 mph) and uses
audible beeps to provide distance
and system information.
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's
rear bumper clean to ensure proper
operation.
See Parking Assist 0224.
Power Outlets
The accessory power outlets can be
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The vehicle may have accessory
power outlets:
.
In front of the cupholders on the
center stack.
. On the rear of the center stack,
if equipped.
See Power Outlets 095.
Sunroof
If equipped, the sunroof only
operates when the ignition is turned
to ON/RUN or Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) is active. Open/Close :
Press and hold the
front or rear of switch (1) to open or
close the sunroof.
Vent : Press and hold the front or
rear of switch (2) to vent or close
the sunroof.
Manually close the sunshade.
The sunroof will not operate if the
vehicle has an electrical failure.
See Sunroof 038.

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not used to perform an Emissions
Inspection/Maintenance test or to
service the vehicle may affect
vehicle operation SeeAdd-On
Electrical Equipment 0230. See
your dealer if assistance is needed.
The vehicle may not pass
inspection if:
. The light is on when the engine
is running.
. The light does not come on
when the ignition is in ON/RUN
with the engine not running.
. Critical emission control systems
have not been completely
diagnosed. If this happens, the
vehicle would not be ready for
inspection and might require
several days of routine driving
before the system is ready for
inspection. This can happen if
the 12-volt battery has recently
been replaced or run down, or if
the vehicle has been recently
serviced.
See your dealer if the vehicle will
not pass or cannot be made ready
for the test.Service Vehicle Soon
Light
For vehicles with this light, it comes
on if a condition exists that may
require the vehicle to be taken in for
service.
If the light comes on, take the
vehicle to your dealer for service as
soon as possible.
Owner Manual Indicator
This symbol is shown when you
need to see the owner manual for
additional instructions or
information.
Brake System Warning
Light
With the ignition on, the brake
system warning light comes on
when the parking brake is set. If the
vehicle is driven with the parking
brake engaged, a chime sounds
when the vehicle speed is greater
than 8 km/h (5 mph).
The vehicle brake system consists
of two hydraulic circuits. If one
circuit is not working, the remaining
circuit can still work to stop the
vehicle. For normal braking
performance, both circuits need to
be working
If the warning light comes on and a
chime sounds there could be a
brake problem. Have the brake
system inspected right away.
This light can also come on due to
low brake fluid. See Brake Fluid
0 251 for more information.

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Power Steering Warning
Light
If equipped, this light comes on
briefly when the ignition is turned to
ON/RUN as a check to show it is
working.
If it does not come on have the
vehicle serviced by your dealer.
If this light stays on, or comes on
while driving, the system may not be
working. If this happens, see your
dealer for service.
Ultrasonic Parking
Sensor Light
If equipped, this light comes on to
indicate that there is a malfunction
in the system. See your dealer for
service.
SeeParking Assist 0224.
Traction Off Light
If equipped, this light comes on
briefly while starting the engine. If it
does not, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer. If the system is
working normally, the indicator light
then turns off. The traction off light comes on when
the Traction Control System (TCS)
has been turned off by pressing and
releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak
button.
This light and the StabiliTrak OFF
light come on when StabiliTrak is
turned off.
If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not
limited. Adjust driving accordingly.
See
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control 0218.
StabiliTrak®OFF Light
If equipped, this light comes on
briefly while starting the engine. If it
does not, have the vehicle serviced
by your dealer.

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Chime Volume
This allows this feature to be
changed.
Select Normal or High.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
This allows this feature to be turned
on or off. When on, and the front
wipers are on, the rear window
wiper will turn on automatically
when the vehicle is shifted into
R (Reverse).
Select On or Off.
Collision/Detection Systems
If equipped, select and the following
may display:
.Park Assist
Park Assist
This allows this feature to be turned
on or off.
Select On or Off.
Lighting
Select and the following may
display:
. Exit Lighting Exit Lighting
This allows the selection of how
long the exterior lamps stay on
when leaving the vehicle and it is
dark outside.
Select the desired time.
Power Door Locks
Select and the following may
display:
.
Auto Door Unlock
. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
. Delayed Door Lock
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the
doors will automatically unlock when
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off.
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the
driver door from locking when the
door is open. If Off is selected, the
Delayed Door Lock menu will be
available and the door will lock as
programmed through this menu.
Select On or Off. Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the
locking of the doors after the last
door is closed.
Select On or Off.
Remote Lock, Unlock, Start
Select and the following may
display:
.
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
. Remote Lock Feedback
. Remote Door Unlock
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will
flash when unlocking the vehicle
with the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter.
Select Flash Lights or Lights Off.
Remote Lock Feedback
This allows the selection of what
type of feedback is given when
pressing
Qon the RKE transmitter.
Select from Lights and Horn, Lights
Only, Horn Only, or Off.

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Climate & Air Quality
Select and the following may
display:
.Remote Start Heated Seats
Remote Start Heated Seats
When on, this feature will turn the
heated seats on when using the
remote start on cold days.
Select On or Off.
Comfort & Convenience
Select and the following may
display:
. Chime Volume
. Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
Chime Volume
This allows selection of the chime
volume level.
Select Normal or High.
Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
This allows this feature to be turned
on or off. When on, and the front
wipers are on, the rear window wiper will turn on automatically
when the vehicle is shifted into
R (Reverse).
Select On or Off.
Collision/Detection
Select and the following may
display:
.
Park Assist
Park Assist
This allows this feature to be turned
on or off.
Select On or Off.
Lighting
Select and the following may
display:
. Exit Lighting
. Vehicle Locator Lights
Exit Lighting
This allows selection of how long
the exterior lamps stay on when
leaving the vehicle and it is dark
outside.
Select Off, 30 Sec, 60 Sec,
or 120 Sec. Vehicle Locator Lights
This allows the vehicle locator lights
to come on when unlocking the
vehicle with the RKE transmitter.
Select On or Off.
Power Door Locks
Select and the following may
display:
.
Auto Door Unlock
. Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
. Delayed Door Lock
Auto Door Unlock
This allows selection of which of the
doors will automatically unlock when
the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
Select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off.
Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out
When on, this feature will keep the
driver door from locking when the
door is open. If Off is selected, the
Delayed Door Lock menu will be
available and the door will lock as
programmed through this menu.
Select On or Off.

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Delayed Door Lock
When on, this feature will delay the
locking of the doors until
five seconds after the last door is
closed. Three chimes will signal that
delayed locking is in use. Pressing
either
QorKon the RKE
transmitter twice will override the
delayed locking feature and
immediately lock all of the doors.
Select On or Off.
Lock, Unlock Settings
Select and the following may
display:
. Remote Unlock Light Feedback
. Remote Lock Light & Horn
Feedback
. Remote Door Unlock
Remote Unlock Light Feedback
When on, the exterior lamps will
flash when unlocking the vehicle
with the RKE transmitter.
Select Flash Lights or Lights Off. Remote Lock Light & Horn
Feedback
This allows selection of what type of
feedback is given when pressing
Q
on the RKE transmitter.
Select Lights Only, Lights & Horn,
Horn Only, or Off.
Remote Door Unlock
This allows selection of which doors
will unlock when pressing
Kon the
RKE transmitter.
When set to Driver Door, the driver
door will unlock the first time
Kis
pressed and all doors will unlock
when the button is pressed a
second time. When set to All Doors,
all of the doors will unlock at the first
press of
K.
Select All Doors or Driver Door.
Rear Camera Option
Select and the following may
display:
. Symbols
. Guidelines Symbols
This feature will turn on the park
assist symbols in the rear camera
display. See
Rear Vision Camera
(RVC) 0222.
Select On or Off.
Guidelines
This feature will turn on the
guidelines in the rear camera
display. See Rear Vision Camera
(RVC) 0222.
Select On or Off.
Vehicle Factory Settings
This feature will turn the vehicle
personalization to the default
settings.
Select Yes or No.Language
Select language, then select from
the available language(s).
Text Scroll
This allows this feature to be turned
on or off. When on, if there is long
text displayed on the audio screen,

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Driving and Operating 191
Driving and
Operating
Driving Information
Driver Behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Driving Environment . . . . . . . . . . 192
Vehicle Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . 196
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . 197
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . 198
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Starting and Operating
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . 203
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 205
Engine Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Retained AccessoryPower (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Parking over Things
That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Running the Vehicle WhileParked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 211
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Manual Transmission
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 214
Drive Systems
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Brakes
Antilock BrakeSystem (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . 217
Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Cruise Control
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Driver Assistance Systems
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . 222
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Fuel
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 226
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Towing
General TowingInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Conversions and Add-Ons
Add-On ElectricalEquipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230