2018 CHEVROLET VOLT Wiper

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Service and Maintenance 327
Maintenance
Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
.Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil 0240.
Once a Month
. Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire Pressure
0 279.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See
Tire Inspection 0284.
. Check the windshield washer
fluid level. See Washer Fluid
0 250.
. Engine, power electronics, and
high voltage battery pack
coolant level checks.
See Cooling System (Engine)
0 245 orCooling System (High
Voltage Battery) 0248 or
Cooling System (Power
Electronics and Charger
Modules) 0249.
Engine Oil Change
Every 24 months or when the
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
message displays, change the
engine oil and filter as soon as
possible, within the next 1 000 km/
600 mi. The engine oil and filter
must be changed at least once
every 24 months. After each oil and
filter change, the oil life system must
be reset. See Engine Oil Life
System 0242. More frequent
changes may be required when the
vehicle is exposed to a corrosive
environment, such as areas of high
humidity, along an ocean coast,
and/or areas that apply road salt
during winter.
Your trained dealer technician can
perform this work. If the engine oil
life system is reset accidentally,
service the vehicle within 5 000 km/
3,000 mi since the last service.
Reset the oil life system when the
oil is changed.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the
following services. See Tire
Rotation 0284.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed,
change engine oil and filter, and
reset oil life system.
See Engine Oil 0240 and
Engine Oil Life System 0242.
. Check engine coolant level.
See Cooling System (Engine)
0 245 orCooling System (High
Voltage Battery) 0248 or
Cooling System (Power
Electronics and Charger
Modules) 0249.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0250.
. Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See Exterior
Care 0315. Replace worn or

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damaged wiper blades. See
Wiper Blade Replacement
0256.
. Check tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0279.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0284.
. Visually check for fluid leaks.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
0 243.
. Inspect brake system. See
Exterior Care 0315.
. Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of
wear. See Exterior Care 0315.
. Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 063.
. Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks.
. Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for
loose or damaged parts. .
Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0315.
. Check electric drive unit shift
lock control function. See
Electric Drive Unit Shift Lock
Control Function Check 0255.
. Check parking brake and electric
drive unit mechanism. See Park
Brake and P (Park) Mechanism
Check 0256.
. Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. If the hold
open is low, service the gas
strut. See Gas Strut(s) 0257.
. Check tire sealant expiration
date, if equipped. See Tire
Sealant and Compressor Kit
0 292.

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of leaking, blown seals,
or damage, and can advise
when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel,
and can reduce the risk of tire
failure.
. Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord
or fabric showing through the
rubber; cracks or cuts in the
tread or sidewall; or a bulge or
split in the tire.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also
provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth
vehicle operation at all speeds.
Your dealer sells and services
name brand tires. Vehicle Care
To help keep the vehicle looking like
new, vehicle care products are
available from your dealer. For
information on how to clean and
protect the vehicle’s interior and
exterior, see
Interior Care 0320 and
Exterior Care 0315.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment is critical for
ensuring that the tires deliver
optimal wear and performance.
. Signs that the alignment may
need to be adjusted include
pulling, improper vehicle
handling, or unusual tire wear.
. Your dealer has the required
equipment to ensure proper
wheel alignment.
Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the
best viewing, keep the windshield
clean and clear.
. Signs of damage include
scratches, cracks, and chips. .
Trained dealer technicians can
inspect the windshield and
recommend proper replacement
if needed.
Wiper Blades
Wiper blades need to be cleaned
and kept in good condition to
provide a clear view.
. Signs of wear include streaking,
skipping across the windshield,
and worn or split rubber.
. Trained dealer technicians can
check the wiper blades and
replace them when needed.

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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer.Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 23437180 A3217C
Cabin Air Filter 13508023 CF185
Engine Oil Filter 12640445 PF64
Spark Plugs 12637197 41-124
Wiper Blades
Left –65 cm (25.6 in) 23251330 —
Right –65 cm (25.6 in) 23251332 —

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368 Index
Automatic (cont'd)Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
B
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Battery - North America . . . . 253, 306
Battery Gauge High Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 256
Brake Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . .116
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Regenerative Braking . . . . . . . . . 187
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 171
Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 260
Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
California
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 229
Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
California Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .235, 253, 306, Back Cover
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Carbon Monoxide
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 2
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . 97
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Charge Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Charging Delay Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . 227
Plug-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Charging (cont'd)
Programmable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Utility Interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Charging Status Screens . . . . . . . 215
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 114
Check Engine Light (MalfunctionIndicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Child Restraints Infants and Young Children . . . . . 79
Lower Anchors and Tethersfor Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90, 92
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Cleaning Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 320
Climate Control Systems Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . 348
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Compartments Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

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Vehicle Care (cont'd)Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Vehicle Ready Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . 261
W
Warning Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Caution and Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Lane Departure (LDW) . . . . . . . .211
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Warnings Hazard Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance . . 289
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . . 83
Wi-Fi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Windows (cont'd)
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . . . 256
Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Wiring, High Voltage Devices . . . 261