2018 CHEVROLET VOLT battery

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GETTING STARTED
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)
The RKE transmitter performs several remote functions and must be inside\
the vehicle to
operate the Volt.
Keyless Access
With the RKE transmitter within 3 ft. (1 m) of the door, press the button on the door handle to unlock the door. Press it again within 5 seconds to unlock all doors.
Key Release
Press the button on the side of the transmitter to remove the key, which can be used to unlock the driver’s door.
Unlock
Press to unlock the driver’s door. Press again to unlock all doors.
Press and hold to lower all windows from outside the vehicle.
To turn the window feature on/off, select Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start > Remote Window Operation.
Lock
Press to lock all doors.

Remote Start
Press the Lock button and then press and hold the button until the turn signal lamps flash to start the vehicle and condition the passenger cabin temperature from outside. The heat-ing or air conditioning system and rear window defogger (if needed) will turn on. Depending on conditions and vehicle personalization settings, the engine may start.
After entering the vehicle, press the brake pedal and then press the POWER button before driving.
Note:
• Press and hold the Remote Start button until the parking lamps turn off to cancel a remote start.
• Only two remote starts are allowed between ignition cycles.
• It’s RECOMMENDED to use this feature when the vehicle is plugged in to allow energy from the wall outlet to assist in getting the cabin to a comfortable temperature and to leave more battery energy for driving.
Panic Alarm
Press and release to locate the vehicle.
Press and hold for 3 seconds to sound the panic alarm.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.

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STARTING THE VEHICLE/ON
With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press the POWER button. A power ON audio cue will sound.
The vehicle will not shift out of Park and a Charge Cord Connected message will display if the vehicle is still plugged in.
When ON, the instrument cluster will display a green READY READY icon on the bottom of the screen. The engine will start only if needed.
STOPPING THE VEHICLE/OFF
Shift to Park and then press the POWER button. A power OFF audio cue will sound.
CONDITIONS FOR ENGINE STARTING
When vehicle power is ON, the engine may start independent of the vehicl\
e being plugged in or completely charged. Conditions that may cause the engine t\
o start include:
GETTING STARTED
POWER BUTTON
The Volt features an electronic push-button start. The POWER button flashes when the driver’s door is opened upon entry. Once the vehicle is ON, the butto\
n illuminates.
Note: The air conditioning compressor, pumps and fan may run at any time, even when the vehicle is OFF, to cool or warm the propulsion battery.
STEERING WHEEL AND SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Before driving, adjust the steering wheel and seat to a comfortable posi\
tion.
Pull down the lever (A) to unlock the steering wheel and adjust its position.
Lift the handle (B) under the right-front side of the seat to slide the seat forward or rearward.
Ratchet the side lever (C) up or down to raise or lower the seat.
Lift the rear lever (D) to adjust the seatback.
See Seats and Restraints in your Owner’s Manual.
• Propulsion battery charge is low
• Propulsion battery temperature is hot or cold
• Cold ambient temperatures (depending on engine-assisted heating options; see Vehicle Personalization on page 10)
• Hood is open
• Engine and Fuel Maintenance Modes (occur only if the engine has had very limited operation over a long period)
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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CD
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ELECTRIC AND EXTENDED-RANGE MODES
The Volt is an electric vehicle with extended range capability. Plug it \
in, let it charge and it’s ready to run on pure electricity — gas- and tailpipe emission\
s-free. After that, the Volt keeps going, even if you can’t plug it in. The Volt uses a range\
-extending gas engine that produces enough energy to power it for hundreds of miles on a singl\
e tank of gas.
ELECTRIC MODE
In Electric Mode, the vehicle will not use gasoline or produce tailpipe emissions unless in extreme temperatures. During this primary mode, the vehicle is powered by electrical energy stored in its propulsion battery. It can operate in this mode until the battery is depleted to a predetermined level. The propulsion battery gauge and electric range estimate are highlighted when the vehicle is operating in Electric Mode. The fuel gauge and fuel range are dimmed.
Electric range is affected by colder outside temperatures. During colder\
months, the
energy needed to warm the vehicle’s cabin and propulsion battery can \
cause the vehi-cle’s electric range to decline. See Driving for Better Energy Effi\
ciency in the Driving and Operating section in your Owner’s Manual.
EXTENDED-RANGE MODE
Once the electric charge is depleted, the range-extending gas engine will start to provide power to continue driving the vehicle. The engine ensures that you will not be stranded by a depleted battery. The vehicle determines when the engine needs to run. Engine speed will vary, depending on driving conditions, to optimize efficiency. The engine will not fully charge the propul-sion battery. The vehicle must be plugged in to recharge. The fuel gauge\
and fuel range estimate are highlighted when the vehicle is operating in Extended-Range\
Mode. The propulsion battery gauge is dimmed.
TOTAL VEHICLE RANGE
Total vehicle range is based on the available combined electric and extended range. The displayed electric and fuel ranges are pro-jections based on past vehicle performance and charge/fuel level. The displayed ranges will change based on driving style, outside temperature and climate settings.
The Total Range indicator can be selected in the instrument cluster Information menu.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

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EFFICIENCY
DRIVING STYLE
Your driving style plays a large role in the efficiency of the vehicle\
. Avoid rapid accel-eration or deceleration to help maximize energy efficiency and range. \
Electric range is maximized at 50 mph and below; higher speeds use more energy and signifi\
cantly reduce electric range.
EFFICIENCY GAUGE
Use the 5-way control to select an instrument cluster theme that displays the green ring or leaf indicator.
While driving, try to keep the ring green or the leaf in the center of the gauge. The ring will turn yellow or the leaf will move up or down during inefficient acceleration or aggressive braking, depending on the cluster theme.
DRIVER-SELECTED OPERATING MODES
Press the MODE button on the center console to scroll through a menu of operating modes for when more performance is needed. After 3 seconds, the highligh\
ted mode will become active.
Normal (Default) – Use in normal driving conditions for efficient operation; is active each time the vehicle is started.
Sport – Use for a sportier driving experi-ence; increases throttle response.
Mountain – Use when planning to drive in mountainous terrain (long grades of 5% or higher); reserves battery power to maintain higher speeds on steep grades.
Hold – Use to preserve electric range for later use. Range-extending oper\
ation will engage.
REGEN ON DEMAND™
Regen on Demand temporarily regenerates energy from the vehicle’s mom\
entum and stores it in the high voltage propulsion battery for later use.
To activate Regen on Demand, pull and hold the paddle on the back left s\
ide of the steering wheel without pressing the brake pedal or accelerator pedal.
While pulling the paddle, the vehicle will begin to decelerate using reg\
enerative braking. Regen on Demand is deactivated once the paddle is released or accelerator pedal is pressed.
Note: You should always use your brake pedal if you need to stop immediately.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
INFORMATION DISPLAYS
Press the Energy icon on the touch screen and then touch the Flow, Charging, or Info icon at the bottom of the screen to display the desired energy information.
Flow
The Power Flow screen indicates the current
system’s operating condition, showing the power flow between the high voltage propul-sion battery, electric drive unit and engine. Each component is highlighted when it is active.
Note: Component location in graphic is not representative of actual on-vehicle location.
Charging
The Charging screens show the Charge Limit and Charge Mode status. The vehicle has three programmable charge modes:
• Immediately upon plug-in
• Delayed based on departure time
• Delayed based on electric rates and departure time
Charge Complete times are estimates and most accurate at moderate temperatures. The Charge Limit and Charge Mode can be changed by touching the text. (See Charging on page 12.)
Info
The Info screens show the Energy Usage (Electric Mode and Extended-Range Mode) since the last time the vehicle was fully recharged and the Lifetime Fuel Economy of the vehicle.
VEHICLE PERSONALIZATION
A number of vehicle features can be cus-tomized using the Settings menus on the infotainment screen.
1. Touch Settings on the Home page.
2. Touch the desired menu item.
3. Touch the desired feature and setting.
4. Touch < Back to exit each menu.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for important information about using the infotainment
system while driving.

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CHARGING
BATTERY
The Volt is powered by a lithium-ion high voltage battery pack, which ho\
lds its charge efficiently and has no memory effect (so it doesn’t have to be run\
down completely before recharging). Keep the vehicle plugged in, even when fully charge\
d, to keep the battery temperature ready for the next drive.
CHARGING TIME
Using a 120 volt standard outlet will take approximately 13 hours to cha\
rge the Volt at the 12 amp settings, or 19 hours at the 8 amp default setting. Using a 2\
40 volt charging station will take approximately 4.5 hours to charge. Charge times will v\
ary with outside temperature.
PROGRAMMABLE CHARGING
The Volt can be programmed for three charging modes: Immediately upon pl\
ug-in; Delayed based on departure time; and Delayed (Electric Rate and Departu\
re Time).
Touch the Energy icon on the touch screen and then touch the Charging icon to view the current Charge Mode and Charge Limit.
Touch the Charge Limit text to select a different charge limit.
Touch the Charge Mode text to select a different charge mode.
CHARGING STATUS
The Charging Status indicators are located on the instrument panel near \
the windshield and on the illuminated charge port (if available).
Charging Status Indicator
Single tone and flashing indicator – Vehicle is plugged in; battery is charging. Flashes indicate current percentage of battery charge.
1 flash: 0–25% charged
2 flashes: 25–50% charged
3 flashes: 50–75% charged
4 flashes: 75–99% charged
Solid light: 100% charged
Slow (long pulse) flashing green indicator with double tone – Vehicle is plugged in;
battery charging is delayed
Solid green indicator – Vehicle is plugged in; battery is fully charged
Solid yellow indicator – Vehicle is plugged in; not charging
No light – Vehicle is not plugged in, OR there is an issue with the charger or\
outlet
No light and repetitive tones – Issue with the charge cord connection
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

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CHARGING
END CHARGING
1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert.
2. Unplug the charge cord from the vehicle by squeezing the top latch button.
3. Unplug the charge cord from the electrical outlet.
4. Stow the charge cord.
LOCATION-BASED CHARGING
Charging settings can be saved for your home location and the vehicle will automat-ically revert to these settings when parking at its “home” location.
1. In the Settings menu, select Settings > Vehicle > Energy > Location-Based Charging.
2. Select On.
3. Select Update Home Location. Add the required information to set the current vehicle location as the home loc\
ation.
When away from the home location, the Volt will charge immediately when \
plugged in.
HOME CHARGING STATION
Charging equipment with a rating of at least 240 volt/20 amp will provide the fastest charging time to recharge the propul-sion battery.
For more information about an available 240V home charging station, contact your Chevrolet dealer.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.

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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
MYCHEVROLET MOBILE APP
MYVOLT.COM OWNER SITE
1-888-811-1926 \
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the C\
hevrolet Roadside Assistance program for 5 years/60,000 miles, whichever occurs fi\
rst, at no expense to you. Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is s\
taffed by a team of trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to contact a\
service provider for light services (fuel delivery, jump-starts, flat tire and lock-outs) or ma\
ke arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest Volt Authorized Chevrole\
t dealer.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar®
If you require roadside service and have a current OnStar service plan, \
press the OnStar
button and the vehicle will send your current GPS location to an OnStar \
Advisor who will speak to you, assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance and relay\
your exact
location so you will get the help you need.
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The myChevrolet mobile app connects owners to a variety of vehicle infor\
mation and
services, such as a searchable Owner’s Manual and Roadside Assistance\
.
The myChevrolet mobile app also enables uers to send Remote Keyless Entr\
y commands, check the current battery charge limit and charge mode, and receive char\
ging notifica-tions from your Volt.
Download the mobile app from your compatible mobile device’s app stor\
e.
MyVolt.com is a complimentary resource for Volt owners powered by OnStar. Owners can communicate with their vehicle online to check pertinent vehicle inf\
ormation and perform a number of remote commands. Also available are online service r\
eminders, vehicle maintenance tips, an online Owner’s Manual and more.
To create your OnStar username and password:
1. Visit myvolt.com.
2. Click the “Sign Up” link.
3. Enter your OnStar account number and ZIP code (available from your OnStar confirma-tion email, your dealership, or by calling 1-888-4-ONSTAR).
4. When prompted, select “Enable Remote Commands” to ensure all features within the mobile app are available.
Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your ve\
hicle. Please read your Owner’s Manual for complete instructions. All information contained in this guide is ba\
sed on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright \
2017 General Motors. All rights reserved.
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