
Chevrolet Cruze Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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If the vehicle continues to be driven
in a manner that prevents effective
DPF cleaning, the DPF will become
plugged with particulates. If this
occurs, the engine computer will
turn on the service engine soon light
in the instrument cluster and a DIC
message will display. SeeDiesel
Particulate Filter 0222, Engine
Power Messages 0142, and Diesel
Particulate Filter Messages 0143.
Fuel
Use Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel
Fuel (ULSD)
Use Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel
(ULSD) only. The emission control
hardware used on the vehicle may
be damaged by using fuel with high
sulfur levels. Use only fuel that is
dispensed from pumps bearing the
ULSD label.
Do Not Use Low Sulfur Diesel
Fuel (LSD)
Do not use fuel that is dispensed
from pumps bearing the LSD label. Do Not Use Non-Highway Fuel
Fuel labeled as off road or
non-highway is typically very high in
sulfur content and will damage the
emission control system.
Non-highway fuel is not intended for
use in on-highway vehicles.
In addition:
.
Use the correct engine oil.
. Do not add gasoline to
diesel fuel.
. Do not modify the induction or
exhaust systems.
See Fuel for Diesel Engines 0250
and Engine Oil 0270.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is used
with diesel engines to reduce the
amount of regulated emissions
produced. The DEF system must be
maintained for the vehicle to run
properly. It is normal to hear the
DEF system purge fluid back into
the tank after the vehicle is shut off. Locating Diesel Exhaust Fluid
DEF can be purchased at a
Chevrolet dealer. It can also be
purchased at authorized vehicle
dealerships. Additionally, some
diesel fueling stations or retailers
may have DEF for purchase. For
vehicles with an active OnStar
®
subscription, OnStar can help to
locate a DEF retailer. See
“Customer Assistance Offices”
in
the owner manual for phone
numbers to assist you in contacting
a GM dealer. See Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants 0361.
As the DEF tank becomes low on
fluid, warnings begin with
approximately
1 600 km (1,000 miles) of remaining
range. These warnings will increase
in intensity as the tank becomes
empty. Once the tank is empty, the
vehicle speed will be limited. If there
is an issue with the quality of the
fluid or the exhaust fluid system,
warnings will be displayed in the
Driver Information Center (DIC).
See Diesel Exhaust Fluid 0223.

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Driving and Operating 201
Refer to the infotainment section for
more information on using that
system and the navigation system,
if equipped, including pairing and
using a cell phone.
Defensive Driving
Defensive driving means“always
expect the unexpected.” The first
step in driving defensively is to wear
the safety belt. See Safety
Belts 067.
. Assume that other road users
(pedestrians, bicyclists, and
other drivers) are going to be
careless and make mistakes.
Anticipate what they might do
and be ready.
. Allow enough following distance
between you and the driver in
front of you.
. Focus on the task of driving.
Drunk Driving
Death and injury associated with
drinking and driving is a global
tragedy.
{Warning
Drinking and then driving is very
dangerous. Your reflexes,
perceptions, attentiveness, and
judgment can be affected by even
a small amount of alcohol. You
can have a serious —or even
fatal —collision if you drive after
drinking.
Do not drink and drive or ride with
a driver who has been drinking.
Ride home in a cab; or if you are
with a group, designate a driver
who will not drink.
Control of a Vehicle
Braking, steering, and accelerating
are important factors in helping to
control a vehicle while driving.
Braking
Braking action involves perception
time and reaction time. Deciding to
push the brake pedal is perception
time. Actually doing it is
reaction time. Average driver reaction time is
about three-quarters of a second. In
that time, a vehicle moving at
100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m
(66 ft), which could be a lot of
distance in an emergency.
Helpful braking tips to keep in mind
include:
.
Keep enough distance between
you and the vehicle in front
of you.
. Avoid needless heavy braking.
. Keep pace with traffic.
If the engine ever stops while the
vehicle is being driven, brake
normally but do not pump the
brakes. Doing so could make the
pedal harder to push down. If the
engine stops, there will be some
power brake assist but it will be
used when the brake is applied.
Once the power assist is used up, it
can take longer to stop and the
brake pedal will be harder to push.

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{Warning
Overfilling the fuel tank by more
than three clicks of a standard fill
nozzle may cause:. Vehicle performance issues,
including engine stalling and
damage to the fuel system.
. Fuel spills.
. Potential fuel fires.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a
few seconds after you have finished
pumping before removing the
nozzle. Clean fuel from painted
surfaces as soon as possible. See
Exterior Care 0342.
{Warning
If a fire starts while you are
refueling, do not remove the
nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by
shutting off the pump or by
notifying the station attendant.
Leave the area immediately.
Caution
If a new fuel cap is needed, be
sure to get the right type of cap
from your dealer. The wrong type
of fuel cap may not fit properly,
may cause the malfunction
indicator lamp to light, and could
damage the fuel tank and
emissions system. See
Malfunction Indicator Lamp 0126.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
DEF is a non-toxic solution that is
sprayed into the exhaust stream of
diesel vehicles to cause a chemical
reaction and break down NOx
emissions into harmless nitrogen
and water.
DEF is not a fuel additive and never
comes into contact with diesel fuel.
It is stored in a separate tank. The
fill port is behind the fuel door next
to the regular fuel cap. It has a blue
filler cap. See Diesel Exhaust
Fluid 0223.

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296 Vehicle Care
The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown.Fuses Usage
F01 Starter
F02 Starter
F03 O2 sensor
F04 Engine control module
F05 Engine functions
F06 Transmission control module
F07 –
F08 Engine control module
F09 A/C
F10 Canister vent F11 Heated seats
F12 CGM module
F13 After boil pump/ Heated steering
wheel
F14 Diesel NOx/CVT8 transmission Fuses Usage
F15 O2 sensor
F16 Fuel injection
F17 Fuel injection
F18 Diesel NOx
F19 Diesel NOx
F20 –
F21 Electric parking brake
F22 ABS system
F23 Windshield washer/ Rear windows
F24 –
F25 Diesel fuel heating/ Secondary air
induction
F26 Transmission
F27 –
F28 –
F29 Heated rear window
F30 Mirror defogger
F31 – Fuses Usage
F32 Display LED/DC DC converter/FPPM/
Electrical heater/A/C
module
F33 Anti-theft warning horn
F34 Horn
F35 Trunk power outlet
F36 Right high-beam headlamp
F37 Left high-beam headlamp
F38 –
F39 Front fog lamps
F40 AIR solenoid
F41 Switchable water pump/Water in fuel
sensor
F42 Manual headlamp leveling
F43 Fuel pump

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FusesUsage
F44 Interior rearview mirror/Rear vision
camera/Trailer
F45 Heated steering wheel
F46 Cluster
F47 Steering column lock
F48 Rear wiper
F49 –
F50 –
F51 –
F52 Engine/Transmission control module
F53 –
F54 Windshield wiper
F55 Diesel NOx
F56 Aeroshutter
F57 –
Relays Usage
K01 Starter
K02 A/C control Relays
Usage
K03 Engine functions
K04 CVT8 transmission
K05 Starter
K06 Diesel fuel heating/ Secondary air
induction
K07 Right low-beam headlamp/Right
daytime
running lamp
K08 Transmission
K09 Diesel NOx
K10 Fuel pump K11 –
K12 High-beam headlamps
K13 Left daytime running lamp/Left low-beam
headlamp
K14 Run/Crank Relays
Usage
K15 Mirror defogger/Rear window defogger/
Anti-theft warning
sensor
K16 Horn/Dual horn
K17 Diesel NOx
K18 Front fog lamps
K19 After boil pump/ Heated steering
wheel
K20 Anti-theft warning horn
K21 Rear window washer
K22 Front window washer
K23 Rear window wiper