2017 CHEVROLET SS lock

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2. Hold the brake pedal down andpress the shift lever buttonagain.
3. Move the shift lever to thedesired position.
If you are still having a problemshifting, see your dealer.
Shift Lock Manual Release
If jump starting the vehicle did notwork, the shift lock manual releasemust be used.
To a c c e s s t h e s h i f t l o c k m a n u a lrelease:
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Remove the trim from thecenter console, in front of theshift lever.
3. Insert a tool into the opening asfar as it will go, while at thesame time, moving the shiftlever out of P (Park). If P (Park)is selected again, the shift leverwill be locked again. Have thecause of the problem fixed byyour dealer.
4. Refit the trim to the centerconsole.
Parking
With a manual transmission, beforegetting out of the vehicle, move theshift lever into R (Reverse) if parkingon a downhill slope. On a levelsurface or an uphill slope, use1(First) gear. Apply the parkingbrake. Turn the wheels toward thecurb for a downhill slope, or awayfrom the curb for an uphill slope.Once the shift lever has beenplaced into gear with the clutchpedal pressed in, turn the ignition toOFF, and release the clutch.
Parking over Things
That Burn
{Warning
Things that can burn could touch
hot exhaust parts under the
vehicle and ignite. Do not park
over papers, leaves, dry grass,
or other things that can burn.

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Extended Parking
It is better not to park with thevehicle running. If the vehicle is leftwhile running, follow the propersteps to be sure the vehicle will notmove and there is adequateventilation. SeeShifting Into Park(Automatic Transmission)0232andEngine Exhaust0235.
For vehicles with pushbutton start:
If the vehicle is left in P (Park) whilerunning and the Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) transmitter is outsidethe vehicle, the vehicle will turn offafter two and one-half (2Ω) hours.
If the vehicle is left in P (Park) whilerunning and the RKE transmitter isinside, the vehicle will run for fivehours. At the end of the fifth hour,the vehicle will turn off.
The timer will reset if the vehicle istaken out of P (Park) while it isrunning.
Engine Exhaust
{Warning
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO), which cannot be
seen or smelled. Exposure to CO
can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
Exhaust may enter the vehicle if:
.The vehicle idles in areaswith poor ventilation(parking garages, tunnels,deep snow that may blockunderbody airflow or tailpipes).
.The exhaust smells orsounds strange or different.
.The exhaust system leaksdue to corrosion or damage.
.The vehicle exhaust systemhas been modified,damaged, or improperlyrepaired.
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Warning (Continued)
.There are holes or openingsin the vehicle body fromdamage or aftermarketmodifications that are notcompletely sealed.
If unusual fumes are detected or
if it is suspected that exhaust is
coming into the vehicle:
.Drive it only with thewindows completely down.
.Have the vehicle repairedimmediately.
Never park the vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed
area such as a garage or a
building that has no fresh air
ventilation.

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Running the Vehicle
While Parked
It is better not to park with theengine running.
If the vehicle is left with the enginerunning, follow the proper steps tobe sure the vehicle will not move.SeeShifting Into Park (AutomaticTr a n s m i s s i o n )0232andEngineExhaust0235.
Automatic
Transmission
Press the select button on the frontof the shift lever to move into anyposition.
When the shift lever position ischanged, the lever position isindicated on the bottom of the DriverInformation Center (DIC).
The engine will not start unless theshift lever is in P (Park) orN(Neutral).
P:This position locks the rearwheels. It is the best position to usewhen the engine is started becausethe vehicle cannot move easily.
{Warning
It is dangerous to get out of the
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
in P (Park) with the parking brake
firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Do not leave the vehicle when the
engine is running. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle
can move suddenly. You or others
could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when
you are on fairly level ground,
always set the parking brake and
move the shift lever to P (Park).
SeeShifting Into Park (Automatic
Tr a n s m i s s i o n )0232.
Make sure the shift lever is fully inP(Park) before starting the engine.The vehicle has an automatictransmission shift lock controlsystem. Fully apply the brake pedalfirst and then press the shift lever

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One to Four Shift Message
(V8 Only)
When this message comes on, thevehicle can only be shifted from1(First) to 4(Fourth) instead of1(First) to 2(Second). The messagewill display in the Driver InformationCenter (DIC).
Complete the shift into 4 (Fourth) toturn off this feature. This helps toget the best possible fuel economy.
After shifting to 4 (Fourth), downshiftto a lower gear, if desired.
Caution
Forcing the shift lever into any
gear except 4 (Fourth) when the
1-4 SHIFT message comes on
may damage the transmission.
Shift only from 1 (First) to
4(Fourth) when the message
comes on.
This message will come on when:
.The engine coolant temperatureis higher than 76 °C (169 °F).
.The vehicle is accelerating fromastopandgoing24to31km/h(15 to 19 mph).
.The vehicle is at 33% throttleor less.
Brakes
Antilock Brake
System (ABS)
This vehicle has an Antilock BrakeSystem (ABS), an advancedelectronic braking system that helpsprevent a braking skid.
When the vehicle begins to driveaway, ABS checks itself.Amomentarymotororclickingnoisemay be heard while this test is goingon, and it may even be noticed thatthe brake pedal moves a little. Thisis normal.
If there is a problem with ABS, thiswarning light stays on. SeeAntilockBrake System (ABS) Warning Light0104.

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2. Lift up the EPB switchmomentarily.
The red parking brake status lightwill flash and then stay on once theEPB is fully applied. If the redparking brake status light flashescontinuously, then the EPB is onlypartially applied or there is aproblem with the EPB. A DICmessage will display. Release theEPB and try to apply it again. If thelight does not come on, or keepsflashing, have the vehicle serviced.Do not drive the vehicle if the redparking brake status light is flashing.See your dealer. SeeElectricParking Brake Light0103.
If the amber parking brake warninglight is on, lift up on the EPB switchand hold it up. Continue to hold theswitch until the red parking brakestatus light remains on. If the amberparking brake warning light remainson, see your dealer.
If the EPB is applied while thevehicle is moving, the vehicle willdecelerate as long as the switch is
held up. If the switch is held up untilthe vehicle comes to a stop, theEPB will remain applied.
If the EPB fails to apply, the rearwheels should be blocked toprevent vehicle movement.
EPB Release
To r e l e a s e t h e E P B :
1. Place the ignition in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUNposition.
2. Apply and hold the brakepedal.
3. Push down momentarily on theEPB switch.
The EPB is released when the redparking brake status light is off.
If the amber parking brake warninglight is on, release the EPB bypushing down on the EPB switchand holding it down. Continue tohold the switch until the red parkingbrake status light is off. If either lightstays on after release is attempted,see your dealer.
Caution
Driving with the parking brake on
can overheat the brake system
and cause premature wear or
damage to brake system parts.
Make sure that the parking brake
is fully released and the brake
warning light is off before driving.
Automatic EPB Release
The EPB will automatically release ifthe vehicle is running, placed intogear, and an attempt is made todrive away. Avoid rapid accelerationwhen the EPB is applied, topreserve parking brake lining life.
The EPB can also be used toprevent roll back for vehicles with amanual transmission taking off on ahill. When no roll back is desired, anapplied EPB will allow both feet tobe used for the clutch andaccelerator pedals in preparation forstarting the vehicle moving in theintended direction. In this case,there is no need to push the switchto release the EPB.

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Driver Mode Control
This feature allows for selectingdifferent modes and settings.
The control is on the center console.
Driver Mode can only be changedwhen the ignition is in ON/RUN.Driver Mode will return to the samesetting when the vehicle isrestarted.
Turn the control clockwise to selectthe mode in order: Touring–Sport–Performance. It will return to thecenter position when released. Turnthe control counterclockwise toselect the previous mode in order.The mode displays in the DriverInformation Center (DIC).

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1. View Displayed by theCamera
1. View Displayed by theCamera
2. Corners of the Rear Bumper
Displayed images may be farther orcloser than they appear. The areadisplayed is limited and objects thatare close to either corner of thebumper or under the bumper do notdisplay.
Press MENU to adjust the displaybrightness while viewing the rearcamera display.
Awarningtrianglemaydisplaytoshow that RPA has detected anobject. This triangle changes fromamber to red and increases in sizethe closer the object.
{Warning
The camera(s) do not display
children, pedestrians, bicyclists,
crossing traffic, animals, or any
other object outside of the
cameras’field of view, below the
bumper, or under the vehicle.
Shown distances may be different
from actual distances. Do not
drive or park the vehicle using
only these camera(s). Always
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Warning (Continued)
check behind and around the
vehicle before driving. Failure to
use proper care may result in
injury, death, or vehicle damage.
Parking Assist
With Rear Parking Assist, and ifequipped with Front Parking Assist,as the vehicle moves at speeds ofless than 8 km/h (5 mph) thesensors on the bumpers may detectobjects up to 2.5 m (8 ft) behind and1.2 m (4 ft) in front of the vehiclewithin a zone 25 cm (10 in) high offthe ground and below bumper level.After exceeding 8 km/h (5 mph),Front Parking Assist may beautomatically turned off. When thisoccurs, press the PA button to turnthe system back on.
Detection distances may be shorterduring warmer or humid weather.Blocked sensors will not detectobjects and can also cause falsedetections. Keep the sensors clean

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After completely passing a largeenough space bordered by twovehicles or other objects, an audiblebeep occurs and a red symboldisplays in the DIC.
APA will instruct the vehicle to stoponce a large enough space is found.Follow the instructions in the DIC.When instructed to drive in reverse,shift to R (Reverse) to engageautomatic steering. The steering
wheel will vibrate briefly as areminder to remove hands from thesteering wheel. Check surroundingsand continue braking or acceleratingas needed, and be prepared to stopto avoid vehicles, pedestrians,or objects. If the vehicle is inR(Reverse),butdoesnotsteerintothe expected space, this may bebecause the system is maneuveringthe vehicle into a previouslydetected space. The APA systemdoes not need service.
ADICprogressarrowdisplaysthestatus of the parking maneuver.Depending on the space size,additional maneuvers may berequired, and there will be additionalinstructions. When changing gears,allow the automatic steering tocomplete before continuing theparking maneuver. Upon completionof a successful maneuver, APA willbeep and display a PARKINGCOMPLETE message. Place thevehicle in P (Park) for an automatictransmission or in N (Neutral) withthe parking brake set for a manualtransmission.
APA may automatically disengage if:
.The steering wheel is used bythe driver.
.The vehicle exceeds10 km/h (6 mph).
.There is a failure with the APAsystem.
.Electronic stability control orantilock brakes are activated.
.An important vehicle message isdisplayed in the DIC.
APA search is only available whenthe vehicle speed is below 30 km/h(18 mph).
The APA system is constantlyscanning for parking spaces whenthe vehicle is moving forward.Asuitablespacewillbeofferedeven when the APA button ispressed after the initial drive-by.
The APA system is capable ofparking in subsequent spots afterthe first parking space is found.
To c a n c e l A PA , p r e s s t h e A PAbutton again.