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Power Mirror Controls/Power Window Controls/Rear Windows Lock
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
Turn Signal Lever/ Exterior Lamps Control
Regen on Demand Paddle (behind steering wheel)
Voice Recognition Controls/ 5-Way Control
Audio Volume Buttons (behind steering wheel)
Power ButtonCruise Control/Forward Collision Alert/Lane Keep Assist/Heated Steering Wheel Controls
Fuel Door Release
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Brake System
Seat Belt Reminder
Airbag Readiness
High Beam Headlamps
Engine Oil Pressure
12V Charging System
Forward Collision Alert
Lane Keep Assist Warning
Engine Coolant Temperature
Security
Service Electric Parking Brake
PARK Electric Parking Brake Set
Cruise Control
Door, Hood or Hatch Open
Instrument Cluster/Driver Information Center
Windshield Wipers Lever
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel Lever (on steering column)
Audio Favorite Stations Buttons
Symbols
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Refer to your Owner’s Manual to learn about the information being relayed by the lights, gauges and indicators of the instrument cluster.
See In Brief in your Owner’s Manual.
Infotainment System
Climate Controls/Driver’s and Passenger’s Heated Seat Controls
Accessory Power Outlet/USB Ports/Auxiliary Input Jack/ SD CardF
Hazard Warning Flashers
Charging Status Indicator
Drive Mode Selector
Traction Control/Park Assist/Auto Parking AssistF Buttons
Electric Parking Brake
Low Fuel
Antilock Brake System
Lights On Reminder
Low Tire Pressure
StabiliTrak/Traction Control
Traction Control Off
StabiliTrak Off
Check Engine
Vehicle Ready
F Optional equipment
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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.
POWER BUTTON
The Volt features an electronic pushbutton 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.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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CLIMATE CONTROLS
CLIMATE SETTINGS
There are 3 climate mode settings. Each setting impacts the vehicle’s\
electric range or fuel economy. The mode settings below are listed from most to least effi\
cient.
Fan Only – Turn off the eco and MAX modes (button indicators are off). The \
air condi-tioning and electric heating are turned off.
eco – Press the eco button (green button indicator) for limited air conditioning or
electric heating, balancing comfort with energy use.
MAX – Press the MAX button (amber button indicator) to have the air conditioning or electric heating cool/heat the cabin as quickly as possible but also use\
more energy.
MAXIMUM DEFROST
To defrost the windshield and rear window as quickly as possible (uses the most energy):
1. Press MAX.
2. Press MAX MAX Defrost.
3. Press Rear Window Defogger.
AUTOMATIC OPERATION
1. Select Fan Only, eco, or MAX.
2. Press AUTO.
3. Set the temperature.
If fan speed, air delivery, or recirculation is manually adjusted, automatic operation for that function is turned off.
AUTO HEATED SEATS AND STEERING WHEEL
Use the heated seats and heated steering wheel (if equipped) to reduce\
the demand on the vehicle’s heating system and use less energy.
To turn the automatic heated seats on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle >\
Climate and Air Quality. The auto heated seats will turn on based on the vehicle’s in\
terior temperature.
To turn the remote start automatic heated seats and steering wheel on or\
off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
Note: Under certain conditions, the engine will start to ensure full heat and defrost capability.
See Climate Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
Fan Control
MAX Defrost
MA X
Driver’s Heated Seat Button
Power On/Off
AUTO Automatic Operationeco Mode
Recirculation ModeTemperature Control
REAR Rear Window Defogger
Defog Mode
Vent Mode
Floor Mode
MAX Mode Passenger’s Heated Seat Button
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CHARGING
START CHARGING
The provided 120 volt portable charge cord is located in the driver-side storage com-partment in the cargo area.
1. With the vehicle parked, turn off the vehicle and select the Charging screen button at the bottom of the Energy Summary screen. To turn the Energy Summary screen display on or off, go to Charging Options > Energy Summary Pop-Up.
2. Review the selected Charge Mode and Charge Limit. Select the Charging Options screen button if an increased charging limit is desired. Use the reduced charge limit until a qualified electrician inspects your home’s electri-cal circuit capacity, or if the electrical circuit or outlet capacity is not known.
Note: The charge limit selection returns to the reduced limit each time the vehicle is driven.
3. Plug the charge cord into an electrical outlet. DO NOT PLUG INTO AN EXTENSION CORD. Charge cord indicators should be green. Where possible, secure the charge cord to the wall.
4. Press and release the rear edge of the charge port door, located just in front of the driver’s door, to open it. Plug the charge cord into the charge p\
ort.
5. The Charging Status indicator on top of the instrument panel will illumi\
nate green and a tone will sound when properly connected.
6. Periodically check the electrical outlet/plug while charging. Discontinu\
e use if the electrical outlet/plug is hot and have the electrical outlet serviced by\
a qualified electrician.
If the vehicle is locked with the RKE transmitter, the charge cord theft\
alert is armed
automatically after 30 seconds.
Note: When the theft alert is armed, the alarm will sound when the plug is disconnected from the vehicle. To change charge cord theft alert options, go to Settings > Vehicle > Energy.
To temporarily override a delayed charge event, remove and reconnect the\
charge cord to the vehicle within 5 seconds. It will begin charging immediately\
.
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. From the Energy Home screen, select Charging Options > Location-Based Charging.
2. Select On to enable Location-Based Charging.
3. Select Set Home Location. Your vehicle’s current location will be set\
. Touch OK.
When away from the home location, the Volt will charge immediately when \
plugged in.
HOME CHARGING UNIT
When equipped with the standard 3.6kW on-board charge
module, charging equipment with a rating of at least 240 volts/16 amps will provide the fastest charging time to recharge the propulsion battery.
When equipped with the optional 7.2kW on-board charge moduleF, charging equipment with a rating of at least 240 volts/32 amps will provide the fastest charging time.
For more information about an available 240V home charging unit, contact your Chevrolet dealer.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
F Optional equipment
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FUELING
PARKING
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
1. Turn off the vehicle and press the
Fuel door release button, located on the driver’s door, for 1 second. The Wait to Refuel message will display on the instrument cluster.
2. When the Ready to Refuel message
displays, the fuel door on the passen-ger’s side of the vehicle will unlock. It will not open automatically.
3. Press the rear edge of the fuel door; it will pop open slightly. Open th\
e door to refuel the vehicle.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
PEDESTRIAN SAFETY SIGNAL
The vehicle is equipped with an automatic sound generator. The sound is \
automatically generated at speeds below 20 mph to indicate the vehicle’s presence t\
o pedestrians.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
To apply the parking brake, pull the Parking Brake switch by the shift lever.
To release the parking brake, with the vehicle powered ON, press the brake pedal and press the Parking Brake switch.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
LOW GROUND CLEARANCE
The low ground clearance of the Volt aids in the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle. As a result, the flexible air deflector under the front fascia (bumper) may contact a parking block or curb if the vehicle is parked too closely. Use care when parking to avoid damage.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner’s Manual.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
MYCHEVROLET MOBILE APP
CHEVROLET OWNER CENTER
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.
OnStar Roadside Assistance
If you have a current OnStar Safety & Security plan, push the blue OnStar button or red Emergency button to get the help you need. An OnStar advisor will use GPS technol\
ogy to pinpoint your vehicle location and contact the nearest service provid\
er.
To learn more about OnStar services, press the blue OnStar button, visit onstar.com, call 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or refer to your Owner’s Manual.
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Download the myChevrolet app to your compatible smartphone (or device)\
and, if your vehicle is properly equipped, you can search for charging stations, send\
remote com-mands, check the current battery charge level and initiate charging of y\
our Volt.
The app is available on select Apple and Android devices. Service availa\
bility, features and functionality vary by vehicle, device and data plan. Device data con\
nection required. Visit onstar.com for more details. Download the mobile app from your compatible mobile device’s app store.
Get to know your vehicle inside and out with the Chevrolet Owner Center.\
Check out personalized information, including an online Owner’s Manual and help\
ful how-to videos, track your service history and warranty status, manage your OnStar and C\
onnected Services vehicle plans, review your current Vehicle Diagnostics report (\
active service required) and more. Create an account today at my.chevrolet.com.
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 \
2018 General Motors. All rights reserved.
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