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Vehicle Care 317
Caution (Continued)
on roads that have been sprayed
with magnesium chloride or
calcium chloride. These are used
on roads for conditions such as
dust and ice. Always wash the
chrome with soap and water after
exposure.
Caution
To avoid surface damage on
wheels and wheel trim, do not
use strong soaps, chemicals,
abrasive polishes, cleaners,
or brushes. Use only GM
approved cleaners. Do not drive
the vehicle through an automatic
car wash that uses silicone
carbide tire/wheel cleaning
brushes. Damage could occur
and the repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Brake System
Visually inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect
disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect drum
brake linings/shoes for wear or
cracks. Inspect all other brake parts.
Steering, Suspension, and
Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear at
least once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Visually check constant velocity joint
boots and axle seals for leaks.
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders,
hood hinges, liftgate hinges, steel
charge port door, and power assist
step hinges, unless the components
are plastic. Applying silicone greaseon weatherstrips with a clean cloth
will make them last longer, seal
better, and not stick or squeak.
Underbody Maintenance
At least twice a year, spring and fall,
use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the
underbody. Take care to thoroughly
clean any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and
requires sheet metal repair or
replacement, make sure the body
repair shop applies anti-corrosion
material to parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion
protection.
Original manufacturer replacement
parts will provide the corrosion
protection while maintaining the
vehicle warranty.
Finish Damage
Quickly repair minor chips and
scratches with touch-up materials
available from your dealer to avoid
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Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
.Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
. As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect
the shocks and struts for signs
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
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 0318 and
Exterior Care 0313.
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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332 Technical Data
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions.
Refer toRecommended Fluids and Lubricants 0328 for more information.
Application Capacities Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
type and amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling Systems High Voltage Battery 7.0 L 7.4 qt
Power Electronics 3.8 L 4.0 qt
Heater 2.0 L 2.1 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 140 Y100 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
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Customer Information 337
.Download owner ’s manuals.
. Find the
Chevrolet-recommended
maintenance services.
GM Mobility
Reimbursement Program
This program is available to
qualified applicants for cost
reimbursement, up to certain limits,
of eligible aftermarket adaptive
equipment required for the vehicle,
such as hand controls or a
wheelchair/scooter lift for the
vehicle.
To learn about the GM Mobility
program, see www.gmmobility.com
or call the GM Mobility Assistance
Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text
Telephone (TTY) users, call
1-800-833-9935. General Motors of Canada also has
a Mobility program. See www.gm.ca
or call 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(800-463-7483) for details. TTY
users call 1-800-263-3830.
Roadside Assistance
Program
From the U.S., call 1-888-811-1926;
Text Telephone (TTY):
1-888-889-2438.
From Canada, call 1-800-268-6800.
Service is available 24 hours a day,
365 days a year.
Calling for Assistance
When calling Roadside Assistance,
have the following information
ready:
.
Your name, home address, and
home telephone number.
. Telephone number of your
location.
. Location of the vehicle.
. Model, year, color, and license
plate number of the vehicle. .
Odometer reading, Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN), and
delivery date of the vehicle.
. Description of the problem.
Coverage
Services are provided for the
duration of the vehicle’s powertrain
warranty.
In the U.S., anyone driving the
vehicle is covered. In Canada, a
person driving the vehicle without
permission from the owner is not
covered.
Roadside Assistance is not a part of
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
General Motors North America and
Chevrolet reserve the right to make
any changes or discontinue the
Roadside Assistance program at
any time without notification.
General Motors North America and
Chevrolet reserve the right to limit
services or payment to an owner or
driver if they decide the claims are
made too often, or the same type of
claim is made many times.
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Services Provided
.Lock-Out Service: Service to
unlock the vehicle if you are
locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if you have OnStar.
For security reasons, the driver
must present identification
before this service is given.
. Emergency Tow from a Public
Road or Highway: Tow to the
nearest certified Bolt EV dealer
for warranty service, or if the
vehicle was in a crash and
cannot be driven. Assistance is
not given when the vehicle is
stuck in the sand, mud, or snow.
Emergency towing may be
covered during the Extended
Vehicle (EV) warranty.
. Flat Tire Change: If the tire has
been separated from the wheel,
has damaged sidewalls, or has a
large puncture, the tire is too
severely damaged for the self
sealing tire to be effective and
the vehicle will have to be
towed. It is the owner's responsibility for the repair or
replacement of the tire if it is not
covered by the warranty.
. Battery Jump Start: Service to
jump start a dead battery.
. Trip Interruption Benefits and
Assistance: If your trip is
interrupted due to a warranty
event, incidental expenses may
be reimbursed within the
Powertrain warranty period.
Items considered are reasonable
and customary hotel, meals,
rental car, or a vehicle being
delivered back to the customer,
up to 500 miles.
Services Not Included in
Roadside Assistance
. Impound towing caused by
violation of any laws.
. Legal fines.
. Mounting, dismounting,
or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices.
Service is not provided if a vehicle
is in an area that is not accessible
to the service vehicle or is not a regularly traveled or maintained
public road, which includes ice and
winter roads. Off-road use is not
covered.
Services Specific to Canadian
Vehicles
.
Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
registration is required.
. Trip Interruption Benefits and
Assistance: Must be over
150 km (93 mi) from where the
trip was started to qualify.
Pre-authorization, original
detailed receipts, and a copy of
the repair orders are required.
Once authorization has been
received, the Roadside
Assistance advisor will help to
make arrangements and explain
how to receive payment.
. Alternative Service: If
assistance cannot be provided
right away, the Roadside
Assistance advisor may give
permission to get local
emergency road service. You will
receive payment, up to $100,
after sending the original receipt
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Index 363
GaugesBattery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Driver Efficiency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Warning Lights and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
General Information Service and Maintenance . . . . . 322
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
H
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Hands-Free Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 155
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
HeadlampsAiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Headlamps (cont'd)
High Intensity Discharge
(HID) Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 131
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 154
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 131
Heated Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
High Voltage Battery Gauge . . . . 123
High Voltage Devices and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 200
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . 217
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
I
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Indicator Pedestrian Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Indicator (cont'd)
Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Information Energy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Publication Ordering . . . . . . . . . . 342
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Instrument Panel Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 51
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 159
J
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
K
Keyless EntryRemote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 33
KeyPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 281
Lamps Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 154
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
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Seat Belts (cont'd)Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . 70
Seats Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 102
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Self-Sealing Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Accessories andModifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 257
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . 330
Maintenance, General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 331
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 339
Vehicle Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Service Electric Parking
Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 232
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Specifications and
Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Sport Mode Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Start Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Start Assist, Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Starting and Stopping the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Status Screens Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Storage Areas Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Cargo ManagementSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Center Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . 106
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Struts Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Forward CollisionAlert (FCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Systems Driver Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
T
Taillamps
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Teen Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . 336
Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . 49
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368 Index
Theft-Deterrent Systems (cont'd)Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279 All-Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Different Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
If a Tire Goes Flat . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Pressure Monitor Operation . . 287
Pressure Monitor System . . . . . 286
Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Sealant andCompressor Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Sealant and Compressor Kit, Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
Self-Sealing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Terminology and Definitions . . 282
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 297 Tires (cont'd)
When It Is Time for New
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Towing General Information . . . . . . . . . . 254
Recreational Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .311
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Traction
Control System(TCS)/StabiliTrak Light . . . . . . 130
Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Trademarks and License Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Transportation Program, Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Turn Signal Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 271U
Underhood Compartment
Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Underhood Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 295
Updates Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
USB Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Utility Interruption of Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
V
VehicleAlarm System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Identification Number (VIN) . . . 331
Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Service Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Speed Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Starting and Stopping . . . . . . . . . 207
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . . . 129