2021 CHEVROLET BOLT EV heating

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8 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Q:Press to lock all doors.
The turn signal indicators may flash and/or
the horn may sound on the second press to
indicate locking. See Vehicle Personalization
0 101.
If the driver door is open when
Qis
pressed, all doors will lock and the driver
door will immediately unlock, if enabled. See
Vehicle Personalization 0101.
If the passenger door is open when
Qis
pressed, all doors lock.
Pressing
Qmay also arm the alarm system.
See Vehicle Alarm System 018.
K:Press to unlock the driver door. Press
unlock again within five seconds to unlock
all doors. The RKE transmitter can be
programmed to unlock all doors on the first
button press. See Vehicle Personalization
0 101.
The turn signal indicators may flash to
indicate unlocking. See Vehicle
Personalization 0101.
Pressing
Kwill disarm the alarm system.
See Vehicle Alarm System 018.
7:Press and release one time to initiate
vehicle locator. The exterior lamps flash and
the horn chirps three times.
Press and hold
7for at least three seconds
to sound the panic alarm. The horn sounds
and the turn signals flash for about
30 seconds or until
7is pressed again or
the vehicle is started.
/: Press and releaseQand then
immediately press and hold
/for at least
four seconds to start the vehicle's heating or
air conditioning systems and rear window
defogger from outside the vehicle using the
RKE transmitter. See Remote Start013.
Keyless Access Operation
The Keyless Access system allows the doors
and liftgate to be locked and unlocked
without pressing the RKE transmitter button.
The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m
(3 ft) of the liftgate or door being opened.
If the vehicle has this feature, there will be
a button on both outside front door
handles.
Keyless Access can be programmed to
unlock all doors on the first unlock/lock
button press from the driver door. See
Vehicle Personalization 0101.
Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the
Driver Door
When the doors are locked and the RKE
transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver
door handle, pressing the lock/unlock button
on the driver door handle will unlock the
driver door. If the lock/unlock button is
pressed again within five seconds, all
passenger doors will unlock. Pull the door
handle to unlatch the door.
Pressing the lock/unlock button will cause
all doors to lock if any of the following
occur:
.It has been more than five seconds since
the first lock/unlock button press.

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1. Press the button on the side of thetransmitter near the bottom and pull the
key out. Never pull the key out without
pressing the button.
2. Separate the two halves of thetransmitter using a flat tool inserted into
the area near the key slot.
3. Remove the battery by pushing on thebattery and sliding it toward the bottom
of the transmitter.
4. Insert the new battery, positive side facing the back cover. Push the battery
down until it is held in place. Replace
with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
5. Snap the battery cover back on to the transmitter.
6. Reinsert key into the transmitter.
Remote Start
This feature starts the heating or air
conditioning systems and the rear window
defogger from outside the vehicle.
Use remote start to heat or cool the interior
when the vehicle is plugged in to maximize
electric range by utilizing electricity from
the electrical outlet. Normal operation of the
system will return after the vehicle has been
turned on.
/: 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.

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cause the seat heater to overheat. An
overheated seat heater may cause a burn
or may damage the seat.
If equipped, the heated seat controls are on
the infotainment display. To operate, the
vehicle must be on.
Touch
MorLto heat the driver or
passenger seat cushion. Indicator lights on
the infotainment display show the current
setting with three level indicators for high,
medium, or low.
Touch the screen once for the highest
setting. With each touch of the screen, the
heated seat will change to the next lower
setting, and then to the off setting. The
lights indicate three for the highest setting
and one for the lowest. If the front heated seats are on high, the
level may automatically be lowered after
approximately 30 minutes. The passenger
seat may take longer to heat up.
Auto Heated Seats
When the vehicle is on, this feature will
automatically activate the heated seats at
the level required by the vehicle’s interior
temperature. In auto mode, the indicators
automatically show the level setting
required.
Use the manual heated seat buttons to turn
auto heated seats off. Once this feature is
turned off, the auto heated seats will be
activated the next time the vehicle is
started. In manual mode, the controls can
be accessed while the vehicle is on by
touchingMorL.
If the passenger seat is unoccupied, the auto
heated seats feature will not activate
that seat.
The auto heated seats feature can be
programmed to always be enabled when
the vehicle is on. See Vehicle Personalization
0 101.
Remote Start Heated Seats
When it is cold outside, the heated seats
can be turned on automatically during a
remote vehicle start.
The heated seats will be canceled when the
vehicle is started. If the auto heated seats
are enabled in vehicle personalization, the
seat heating level will automatically change
to the level required by the vehicle's interior
temperature when the vehicle is on.
The temperature performance of an
unoccupied seat may be reduced. This is
normal.
The heated seats will not turn on during a
remote start unless the heated seat feature
is enabled. See Vehicle Personalization 0101.
If equipped, the heated steering wheel will
turn on automatically during a remote start
if it is cold outside. The heated seat
indicators and heated steering wheel
indicator may not come on during this
operation.

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There is a paddle on the left rear side of the
steering wheel for regenerative braking. See
Regenerative Braking0165.
Heated Steering Wheel
(:If equipped, press to turn on or off. An
indicator light on the button displays when
the feature is turned on.
The steering wheel takes about
three minutes to start heating.
If equipped with a remote start heated
steering wheel, the heated steering wheel
will turn on automatically in remote start
along with the heated seats when it is cold
outside. The heated steering wheel indicator
light may not come on. See Heated Front
Seats 029.
Horn
Pressaon the steering wheel pad to
sound the horn.
Pedestrian Safety Signal
The vehicle is equipped with automatic
sound generation.
The automatic sound is generated to
indicate the vehicle presence to pedestrians.
United States
The sound changes if the vehicle is speeding
up or slowing down. It is activated when the
vehicle is shifted into a forward gear or
R (Reverse), up to 33 km/h (20 mph).
Canada
The sound changes if the vehicle is speeding
up or slowing down. It is activated when the
vehicle is shifted into a forward gear or
R (Reverse), up to 23 km/h (14 mph).

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SeeUtility Interruption of Charging 0194.
Programmable Charging Disabled
When the Programmable Charging system is
disabled, the Unable to Charge screen will
display.
If the Programmable Charging system is
consistently disabled, see your dealer.
Energy Information
To view Energy Detail, Range Impacts, and
Efficiency History, touch Energy on the
infotainment display, and then touch
Information. Touch
horkto go to the next
screen.
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 Impacts
This 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 factors provide an
understanding of how energy usage is
different from day to day, even when
traveling the same route.
Efficiency History

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Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Automatic Climate Control System . . . . 140
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Maintenance
Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Passenger Compartment Air Filter . . . . . 144
Air Conditioning Regular Operation . . . . 145
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Climate Control Systems
Automatic Climate Control System
The climate control buttons on the center
stack and on the climate control display are
used to adjust the heating, cooling, and
ventilation.
Center Stack Climate Controls
1. Defrost/Defog
2. Air Delivery Mode Controls
3. Max Defrost
4. Manual Fan Control Buttons
5. Temperature Control Knob
6. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 7. Rear Window Defogger
Climate Control Display
1. Driver and Passenger Heated Seats (If
Equipped)
2. Climate On-Off
3. Recirculation
4. Heater Power
5. A/C (Air Conditioning) Power
6. Fan Speed and Temperature Status
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.

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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.
For best results, clear all snow and ice from
the windshield before defrosting.
L: Touch to turn on recirculation.
An indicator light comes on. Air is
recirculated to quickly cool the inside of the
vehicle or to reduce the entry of outside air
and odors. Using the recirculation mode for
extended periods may cause the windows to
fog. If this happens, select the defrost mode.
Using air conditioning and recirculation
together for long periods of time may cause
the air inside the vehicle to become too dry.
To prevent this from happening, after the
air in the vehicle has cooled, turn the
recirculation mode off.

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Touching this button cancels automatic
recirculation. Press AUTO to return to
automatic operation; recirculation runs
automatically as needed.
vHEAT :Touch to turn the heater on when
the fan is on.
A/C : Touch to turn the air conditioning on
when the fan is on.
Auto Defog : The system will monitor high
humidity inside the vehicle. When high
humidity is detected, the climate control
system may adjust to outside air supply and
turn on the air conditioner or the heater.
The fan speed may slightly increase to help
prevent fogging. When high humidity is no
longer detected, the system will return to
its prior operation. To turn Auto Defog off
or on, see “Climate and Air Quality” under
Vehicle Personalization 0101.
Auto Heated Seats : If equipped, when the
vehicle is on, this feature will automatically
activate the heated seats at the level
required by the vehicle’s interior
temperature. In auto mode, the indicators
automatically show the level setting
required. Use the manual heated seat buttons on the
infotainment display to turn auto heated
seats off. Once this feature is turned off, the
auto heated seats will be activated the next
time the vehicle is turned on.
In manual mode, the controls can be
accessed while the vehicle is on by touching
(orMwith three level indicators high,
medium, low or off on the climate control
display. If the passenger seat is unoccupied,
the auto heated seats feature will not
activate that seat. See Heated Front Seats
0 29 and
Vehicle Personalization 0101.
Rear Window Defogger
K:Press to turn the rear window defogger
on or off. An indicator light on the button
comes on to show that the rear window
defogger is on.
The defogger only works when the vehicle is
on. The defogger will turn off if the vehicle
is turned off.
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
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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
0 13.
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