2020 CHEVROLET VOLT climate settings

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16 Keys, Doors, and Windows
/:This button is on the RKE
transmitter.
The climate control system will use
the previous settings during a
remote start. The rear defog may
come on during remote start based
on cold ambient conditions. The
rear defog indicator light does not
come on during a remote start.
Laws in some local communities
may restrict the use of remote
starters. For example, some laws
require a person using remote start
to have the vehicle in view. Check
local regulations for any
requirements.
If the vehicle is low on energy, do
not use the remote start feature.
The vehicle may run out of energy.
The RKE transmitter range may be
less while the vehicle is running.
Other conditions can affect the
performance of the transmitter. See
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System 08.Remote Starting the Vehicle
To remote start the vehicle:
1. Press and release
Qon the
RKE transmitter.
2. Immediately press and hold
/
for at least four seconds or until
the turn signal lamps flash.
3. After entering the vehicle during a remote start, press
POWER
Owith the brake
pedal applied to start the
vehicle and operate as normal.
Remote start will automatically shut
off after 20 minutes unless a time
extension is done.
When the vehicle starts, the parking
lamps will turn on. Remote start run
time can be extended.
Extending Vehicle Run Time
The vehicle run time can also be
extended by another 20 minutes,
if after 30 seconds and during the
first 20 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are
repeated while the vehicle is
running. This provides a total of
40 minutes. The remote start can only be
extended once.
A maximum of two remote starts,
or a single start with an extension,
are allowed between ignition cycles
using POWER
O.
For additional remote starts, turn the
vehicle on with the transmitter in the
vehicle.
Canceling Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do any of
the following:
. Press and hold
/until the
parking lamps turn off.
. Turn on the hazard warning
flashers.
. Press POWER
Owith the brake
pedal applied, then press
POWER
Oagain to turn the
vehicle off.

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Clock
The infotainment system controls
are used to access the time and
date settings through the menu.
This can also be changed by
touching the clock, then touch
8to
go to the Time and Date
Settings menu.
D: Press to access the
Home Page.
T: Touch to access the Icon View.
Y:Drag the scroll bar to navigate
the list.
yorz: Touch to set up items.
0:Touch to exit or return to the
previous screen or menu.
Setting the Time
When Auto Set is enabled, the time
cannot be manually set.
1. Press
D, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Time and Date, then touch Set Time. 4. Touch + or
−to adjust the
value.
5. Touch
yorzto adjust AM or
PM for 12 hour format.
6. Touch
0.
Setting the Date
1. PressD, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Time and Date, then touch Set Date.
4. Touch + or −to adjust the
value.
5. Touch
0.
Auto Set
1. PressD, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Time and Date, then touch Auto Set.
4. Select from the available options.
5. Touch
0.
Setting the 12/24 Hour Format
1. PressD, then touchT.
2. Touch Settings.
3. Touch Time and Date, then touch Set Time.
4. Select 12 hr or 24 hr format.
5. Touch
0.
Power Outlets
The accessory power outlet can be
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a mobile phone or MP3
player. The accessory power outlet
only works with the vehicle
turned on.
The vehicle has an accessory
power outlet on the lower center
stack below the climate control.
Open the cover to access and
replace when not in use.

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Battery Gauge (High
Voltage)
Enhanced Battery Gauge
This displays the high voltage
battery state of charge. The value in
the center is an estimate of how far
the vehicle can be driven on the
remaining charge based on driving
habits and conditions learned over
several days.
The Max and Min values above and
below the display indicate the
longest and shortest possible range
as estimated from current vehicle
conditions and climate settings. The mileage estimate and Max and
Min numbers are affected by climate
control system usage. Estimated
range may increase or decrease
based on changes in climate control
energy consumption.
A trend bar on the far left estimates
how recent driving habits,
conditions, and climate settings are
affecting the range prediction.
When the high voltage battery state
of charge is very low, the estimated
range value in the center will
change to Low. Max and Min ranges
will no longer be displayed.
Additional alerts may display and a
sound may also be heard at low
state of charge.
Driver Efficiency Gauge
Modern Efficiency Gauge Shown,
Classic Similar
This gauge is a guide to driving in
an efficient manner.
Efficient Driving
. Classic layout: Keep the gauge
and leaf green.
. Modern layout: Keep the ball
green and in the center of the
gauge.
. Enhanced layout: Keep the outer
ring of the speedometer green.

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Energy Detail
This screen displays how energy is
being used since the last time the
high voltage battery was fully
charged. It includes Driving and
Accessories, Climate Settings, and
Battery Conditioning. The circle
graph displays these percentages.
Energy Used and Distance Traveled
are also displayed.Range ImpactsThis screen provides an estimate of
the factors that influence energy
usage since the last full charge of
the high voltage battery. Each factor
is evaluated for energy gains or
losses, and the total equivalent
distance is indicated by the value on
the right side of the screen. All
values are reset after a complete
charge.
.
Technique includes speed,
acceleration, and braking. Lower
speeds will increase electric
vehicle technique miles, while
higher speeds will reduce them. .
Terrain includes road conditions,
such as hills, rain, and snow.
External factors like wind will
also positively or negatively
impact Terrain. Low tire pressure
will worsen Terrain performance.
. Climate Settings includes how
the heating and air conditioning
are used. Using Fan Only
settings will help reduce climate
setting losses. See “Climate
Controls”.
. Outside Temperature includes
the effect that hot or cold
ambient temperature has on the
battery performance and
propulsion system efficiency.
The individual vehicle range impacts
provide an understanding of how
energy usage is different from day
to day, even when traveling the
same route.

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.Software Information
Each menu is detailed in the
following information.
Time and Date
Manually set the time and date. See
Clock 090.
Rear Seat Reminder
This message displays under
certain conditions indicating there
may be an item or passenger in the
rear seat. Check before exiting the
vehicle.
This feature allows for a chime and
a message when the rear door has
been opened before or during
operation of the vehicle.
Select Off or On.
Language (Language)
Select Language, then select from
the available language(s).
Teen Driver
See Teen Driver 0158.
Radio Settings
To manage the radio features, see
“Radio Settings” underSettings
0 157.
Vehicle
Select and the following may
display:
.
Climate and Air Quality
. Comfort and Convenience
. Collision / Detection Systems
. Lighting
. Power Door Locks
. Remote Lock / Unlock / Start
Climate and Air Quality
Select and the following may
display:
. Auto Fan Speed
. Auto Heated Seats
. Auto Defog
Auto Fan Speed
This feature will set the maximum
auto fan speed. Select Low, Medium, or High.
Auto Heated Seats
When set to On and it is cold
outside, both the heated seats and
the heated steering wheel will
automatically turn on when the
vehicle is started. See
Automatic
Climate Control System 0163.
Select Off or On.
Auto Defog
When set to On, the front defog will
automatically come on when the
vehicle is started. See Automatic
Climate Control System 0163.
Select Off or On.
Comfort and Convenience
Select and the following may
display:
. Chime Volume
. Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear
Chime Volume
This allows the selection of the
chime volume level.
Select + or −to adjust the volume.

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164 Climate Controls
The heated seats, if equipped,
climate on/off, recirculation, heat,
and air conditioning can be
controlled by touching Climate
Settings on the infotainment
Home Page.
A selection can then be made on
the climate settings page.
Automatic Operation
The system automatically controls
the fan speed, air delivery, air
conditioning, electric heating, and
recirculation to heat or cool the
vehicle to the selected temperature.
When AUTO is lit, all five functions
operate automatically. Each function
can also be manually set and the
selected setting is displayed or the
indicator is lit. Functions not
manually set will continue to be
automatically controlled, even if the
AUTO indicator is not lit.
For automatic operation:1. Press AUTO. 2. Set the temperature. An initial
setting of 22 °C (72 °F) is
recommended. Allow the
system time to stabilize. Adjust
the temperature as needed.
Manual Operation
ON : Touch to turn the climate
control system on and off.
The climate control system will turn
on when any climate control button
is pressed on the center stack or
touched on the climate control
display. To turn the system off,
touch ON again.
DorC: Press the buttons to
increase or decrease the fan speed.
The fan speed setting appears on
the climate control display. Manually
adjusting the fan speed cancels
automatic fan control. Press AUTO
to return to automatic operation.
Touch ON to turn off the fan and the
climate control system.
Temperature Control : Turn the
knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease the
temperature setting. Air Delivery Mode Control :
Press
c,d, or0on the center stack
to change the direction of airflow.
Any combination of the three
buttons can be selected. The
selected air delivery mode button
indicator is lit.
Pressing any button cancels
automatic air delivery control and
the direction of the airflow can be
controlled manually. Press AUTO to
return to automatic operation.
0: Air is directed to the
windshield.
d: Air is directed to the instrument
panel outlets.
c: Air is directed to the floor
outlets.
0MAX : Air is directed to the
windshield and the fan runs at a
higher speed. Fog or frost is cleared
from the windshield more quickly.
When the button is pressed again,
the system returns to the previous
mode setting.

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Caution
Do not try to clear frost or other
material from the inside of the
front windshield and rear window
with a razor blade or anything
else that is sharp. This may
damage the rear window
defogger grid and affect the
radio's ability to pick up stations
clearly. The repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Remote Start : The climate control
system may be started by using the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. The climate control
system will default to an appropriate
heating or cooling mode. See
Remote Start 015.
The rear window defogger turns on
if it is cold outside.
Mobile Application Feature
If equipped, this feature allows a
smartphone to set the start-up
climate control settings. The
following features can be set: .
Temperature
. Fan Speed
. Air Delivery Mode
. Climate Mode
. Recirculation
Once the settings are saved through
the application, the vehicle will use
these settings when turned on. After
the vehicle is turned on, use the
climate controls if additional
adjustments are desired.
Sensors
Indicator Light and Solar
Sensor (ILSS)
The ILSS is on top of the instrument
panel, near the windshield, where it
monitors solar intensity.
The climate control system uses the
sensor information to adjust the
temperature, fan speed,
recirculation, and air delivery mode
for best comfort. Do not cover the sensor; otherwise
the automatic climate control system
may not work properly.
Humidity Sensor
The humidity sensor is near the
base of the inside rearview mirror.
The climate control system uses the
sensor information to adjust the
temperature and recirculation for
best comfort.
Outside Air Temperature Sensor
The outside air temperature sensor
is behind the front grille of the
vehicle. The vehicle uses the sensor
information to display outside air
temperature. The climate control
system uses the information to
adjust the climate system operation.

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Driving Information
Driving for Better Energy
Efficiency
Use the following tips to help
maximize energy efficiency and
range.
In colder temperatures, while these
efficiency tips will help, the electric
vehicle driving range will be lower
due to higher energy usage
including energy spent heating the
cabin.
The Range Impacts screen
estimates the influence of the main
factors impacting vehicle range.
After charging is complete, this
information is reset. See“Range
Impacts” underEnergy Information
0 115.
Acceleration/Braking/Coasting
Avoid rapid accelerations and
decelerations.
Electric range is maximized at
89 km/h (55 mph) and less. Use cruise control when
appropriate.
Plan ahead for decelerations and
coast whenever possible. Do not
rush to traffic signals, and do not
shift to N (Neutral) to coast.
The vehicle recovers more energy
while coasting and braking in
L (Low) than in D (Drive) mode.
Using the steering wheel paddle
during deceleration recovers more
energy. See
Regenerative Braking
0 194.
Terrain and Vehicle Speed
Higher speeds and grade changes
use more energy and can
significantly reduce electric range.
Climate Setting
Using the heat and air conditioning
systems decreases the energy
available for electric driving.
Optimal energy efficiency is
achieved when the heat, air
conditioning, and fan are turned off. Use the heated seat feature instead
of climate control system. Heating
the seat uses less energy than
heating the vehicle interior.
Use remote start to heat or cool the
interior when the vehicle is plugged
in to maximize the electric range by
utilizing electricity from the electrical
outlet.
In hot weather, avoid parking in
direct sunlight or use sunshades
inside the vehicle.
Keep the inside of the windows
clean to reduce fogging, and turn off
the front defroster and rear defogger
when they are not needed.
Avoid driving with the windows open
at highway speeds.
Use the Enhanced Battery Gauge
on the Instrument Cluster to view
the effect of climate control settings
on your estimated range. See
Battery Gauge (High Voltage)
098.
Outside Temperature
On colder days, it is best to plug in
the vehicle overnight, and then
remote start the vehicle.