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INDEX Locks Door ...2-7 Lockout Protection ...2-8 Power Door ...2-8 Loss of Control ...9-6 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ...3-47 Messages Airbag System ...5-40 Anti-Theft Alarm System ...5-40 Battery Voltage and Charging ...5-34 Brake System ...5-34 Compass ...5-34 Convertible Top ...5-34 Door Ajar ...5-36 Engine Cooling System ...5-36 Engine Oil ...5-37 Engine Power ...5-38 Fuel System ...5-38 Key and Lock ...5-38 Lamp ...5-38 Object Detection System ...5-39 Ride Control System ...5-39 Safety Belt ...5-40 Service Vehicle ...5-40 Tire ...5-41 i-7 M Maintenance Records ...11-10 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-7 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-18 Manual Mode ...9-32 Manual Transmission ...9-33 Fluid ...10-15 Messages (cont.) Transmission ...5-41 Vehicle ...5-33 Vehicle Reminder ...5-42 Vehicle Speed ...5-42 Window ...5-42 Mirrors Automatic Dimming ...2-14 Automatic Dimming Rearview ...2-14 Convex ...2-13 Heated ...2-14 Manual Rearview ...2-14 Power ...2-13 Monitor System, Tire Pressure ...10-60 N Net, Convenience ...4-5 New Vehicle Break-In ...9-17

Section	Page
2011 Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Canadian Vehicle Owners	3
Using this Manual	4
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	4
Symbols	4
In Brief	7
Instrument Panel	8
Initial Drive Information	10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	10
Remote Vehicle Start	11
Door Locks	11
Trunk Release	11
Seat Adjustment	12
Heated Seats	12
Head Restraint Adjustment	13
Safety Belts	13
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag	13
Mirror Adjustment	14
Steering Wheel Adjustment	15
Interior Lighting	15
Exterior Lighting	15
Windshield Wiper/Washer	16
Climate Controls	17
Transmission	17
Vehicle Features	18
Radio(s)	18
Satellite Radio	19
Portable Audio Devices	20
Bluetooth®	20
Steering Wheel Controls	20
Cruise Control	21
Driver Information Center (DIC)	21
Vehicle Personalization	22
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	22
Power Outlets	22
Universal Remote System	23
Sunroof	23
Convertible	23
Performance and Maintenance	24
Traction Control System (TCS)	24
StabiliTrak® System	24
Towing	24
Tire Pressure Monitor	24
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	25
Engine Oil Life System	25
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	25
Roadside Assistance Program	26
OnStar®	26
Keys, Doors and Windows	29
Keys and Locks	30
Keys	30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	31
Remote Vehicle Start	33
Door Locks	35
Power Door Locks	36
Lockout Protection	36
Doors	37
Trunk	37
Vehicle Security	38
Anti-Theft Alarm System	38
Immobilizer	39
Immobilizer Operation	40
Exterior Mirrors	41
Convex Mirrors	41
Power Mirrors	41
Heated Mirrors	42
Automatic Dimming Mirror	42
Interior Mirrors	42
Manual Rearview Mirror	42
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	42
Windows	43
Power Windows	43
Sun Visors	45
Roof	45
Sunroof	45
Convertible Top	47
Seats and Restraints	53
Head Restraints	54
Front Seats	55
Seat Adjustment	55
Power Seat Adjustment	56
Reclining Seatbacks	56
Seatback Latches	58
Heated Front Seats	59
Rear Seats	59
Safety Belts	60
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	64
Lap-Shoulder Belt	70
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	74
Safety Belt Extender	74
Safety System Check	74
Safety Belt Care	75
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After a Crash	75
Airbag System	76
Where Are the Airbags?	78
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	80
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	81
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	82
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	82
Passenger Sensing System	84
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	88
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	89
Airbag System Check	90
Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash	90
Child Restraints	91
Older Children	91
Infants and Young Children	93
Child Restraint Systems	95
Where to Put the Restraint	97
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	99
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	104
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	105
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)	107
Storage	111
Storage Compartments	111
Glove Box	111
Rear Storage	111
Center Console Storage	112
Additional Storage Features	113
Tonneau Cover	113
Convenience Net	115
Instruments and Controls	117
Controls	118
Steering Wheel Adjustment	118
Steering Wheel Controls	118
Horn	119
Windshield Wiper/Washer	119
Compass	121
Clock	121
Power Outlets	122
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	123
Instrument Cluster	124
Speedometer	125
Odometer	125
Trip Odometer	125
Tachometer	125
Fuel Gauge	125
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge	126
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge	128
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	128
Transmission Temperature Gauge	129
Voltmeter Gauge	130
Safety Belt Reminders	131
Airbag Readiness Light	132
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	132
Charging System Light	133
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	134
Brake System Warning Light	136
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	137
Traction Off Light	138
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	138
Traction Control System (TCS) OFF/StabiliTrak® OFF Light	139
Tire Pressure Light	139
Engine Oil Pressure Light	140
Immobilizer Light	140
High-Beam On Light	141
Front Fog Lamp Light	141
Taillamp Indicator Light	141
Cruise Control Light	141
Information Displays	142
Driver Information Center (DIC)	142
Head-Up Display (HUD)	145
Vehicle Messages	149
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	150
Brake System Messages	150
Compass Messages	150
Convertible Top Messages	150
Cruise Control Messages	152
Door Ajar Messages	152
Engine Cooling System Messages	152
Engine Oil Messages	153
Engine Power Messages	154
Fuel System Messages	154
Key and Lock Messages	154
Lamp Messages	154
Object Detection System Messages	155
Ride Control System Messages	155
Airbag System Messages	156
Safety Belt Messages	156
Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages	156
Service Vehicle Messages	156
Tire Messages	157
Transmission Messages	157
Vehicle Reminder Messages	158
Vehicle Speed Messages	158
Window Messages	158
Vehicle Personalization	159
Universal Remote System	162
Universal Remote System Programming	162
Universal Remote System Operation	166
Lighting	167
Exterior Lighting	167
Exterior Lamp Controls	167
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	169
Flash-to-Pass	169
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	169
Automatic Headlamp System	170
Hazard Warning Flashers	171
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	171
Front Fog Lamps	172
Interior Lighting	172
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	172
Dome Lamps	173
Lighting Features	173
Entry Lighting	173
Theater Dimming	173
Battery Load Management	173
Battery Power Protection	174
Infotainment System	175
Introduction	175
Infotainment	175
Theft-Deterrent Feature	176
Overview	177
Operation	178
Radio	182
AM-FM Radio	182
Satellite Radio	185
Radio Reception	187
Fixed Mast Antenna	188
Backglass Antenna	188
Diversity Antenna System	189
Satellite Radio Antenna	189
Audio Players	189
CD Player	189
Auxiliary Devices	192
Phone	197
Bluetooth (Overview)	197
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)	199
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)	204
Climate Controls	211
Climate Control Systems	211
Air Vents	214
Driving and Operating	215
Driving Information	216
Defensive Driving	216
Drunk Driving	216
Control of a Vehicle	217
Braking	218
Steering	219
Off-Road Recovery	220
Loss of Control	220
Competitive Driving	221
Driving on Wet Roads	222
Highway Hypnosis	223
Hill and Mountain Roads	223
Winter Driving	224
If the Vehicle is Stuck	226
Vehicle Load Limits	226
Starting and Operating	231
New Vehicle Break-In	231
Ignition Positions	232
Starting the Engine	234
Engine Heater	236
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	237
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)	237
Shifting Out of Park	238
Parking (Manual Transmission)	241
Parking Over Things That Burn	241
Active Fuel Management®	241
Engine Exhaust	242
Running the Vehicle While Parked	242
Automatic Transmission	243
Manual Mode	246
Manual Transmission	247
Brakes	249
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	249
Parking Brake	250
Brake Assist	251
Ride Control Systems	252
Traction Control System (TCS)	252
StabiliTrak® System	253
Competitive Driving Mode	255
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	256
Cruise Control	257
Object Detection Systems	259
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	259
Fuel	261
Recommended Fuel	262
Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only)	262
California Fuel Requirements	263
Fuels in Foreign Countries	263
Fuel Additives	263
Filling the Tank	264
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	266
Towing	266
General Towing Information	266
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	267
Trailer Towing	271
Towing Equipment	273
Conversions and Add-Ons	274
Add-On Electrical Equipment	274
Vehicle Care	275
General Information	276
California Proposition 65 Warning	277
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	277
Accessories and Modifications	277
Vehicle Checks	278
Doing Your Own Service Work	278
Hood	279
Engine Compartment Overview	280
Engine Cover	283
Engine Oil	284
Engine Oil Life System	287
Automatic Transmission Fluid	288
Manual Transmission Fluid	289
Hydraulic Clutch	289
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	290
Cooling System	292
Engine Coolant	293
Engine Overheating	299
Power Steering Fluid	301
Washer Fluid	302
Brakes	302
Brake Fluid	303
Battery	305
Starter Switch Check	306
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	306
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	307
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	307
Wiper Blade Replacement	308
Windshield Replacement	308
Headlamp Aiming	309
Bulb Replacement	311
Halogen Bulbs	311
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	312
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Base Vehicle)	312
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Up-Level Vehicle)	313
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	314
Fog Lamps	314
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps	315
License Plate Lamp	315
Replacement Bulbs	316
Electrical System	316
Electrical System Overload	316
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	317
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	317
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	320
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	323
Wheels and Tires	324
Tires	324
Winter Tires	325
Tire Sidewall Labeling	326
Tire Designations	328
Tire Terminology and Definitions	329
Tire Pressure	332
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation	334
Tire Pressure Monitor System	334
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	336
Tire Inspection	339
Tire Rotation	340
When It Is Time for New Tires	341
Buying New Tires	342
Different Size Tires and Wheels	344
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	344
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	346
Wheel Replacement	346
Tire Chains	347
If a Tire Goes Flat	348
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	350
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	357
Tire Changing	357
Compact Spare Tire	363
Jump Starting	364
Towing	368
Towing the Vehicle	368
Recreational Vehicle Towing	368
Appearance Care	368
Exterior Care	368
Interior Care	373
Floor Mats	376
Service and Maintenance	377
General Information	377
Scheduled Maintenance	378
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	383
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	383
Maintenance Replacement Parts	385
Maintenance Records	386
Technical Data	389
Vehicle Identification	389
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	389
Service Parts Identification Label	389
Vehicle Data	390
Capacities and Specifications	390
Engine Drive Belt Routing	392
Customer Information	393
Customer Information	393
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)	393
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)	395
Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada)	397
Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico)	398
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada)	398
Online Owner Center	399
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Canada)	400
Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada)	400
Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico)	402
Scheduling Service Appointments (U.S. and Canada)	403
Courtesy Transportation Program (U.S. and Canada)	403
Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)	405
Service Publications Ordering Information	407
Reporting Safety Defects	408
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	408
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	409
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	409
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	410
Event Data Recorders	410
OnStar®	411
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	411
Radio Frequency Statement	411
Index	413
Index_A	413
Index_B	414
Index_C	414
Index_D	415
Index_E	416
Index_F	416
Index_G	417
Index_H	417
Index_I	418
Index_J	418
Index_K	418
Index_L	418
Index_M	419
Index_N	419
Index_O	420
Index_P	420
Index_R	420
Index_S	421
Index_T	423
Index_U	424
Index_V	424

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INDEX

i-7

Locks

Door

. .. ... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. ..

2-7

Lockout Protection

. ... .. ... .. ..

2-8

Power Door

. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. ..

2-8

Loss of Control

.. .. ... .. ... .. ...

9-6

Lower Anchors and

Tethers for Children

(LATCH System)

. ... .. ... .. ..

3-47

Maintenance

Records

.. .. ... .. .. ... .. ... ..

11-10

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended Fluids and

Lubricants

. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

11-7

Scheduled Maintenance

... .. .

11-2

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

.. ..

5-18

Manual Mode

.. .. .. ... .. ... .. ..

9-32

Manual Transmission

. .. ... .. ..

9-33

Fluid

. .. ... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .

10-15

Messages

Airbag System

. .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-40

Anti-Theft Alarm System

... .. .

5-40

Battery Voltage and

Charging

.. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-34

Brake System

. .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-34

Compass

. .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-34

Convertible Top

.. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-34

Door Ajar

. .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-36

Engine Cooling System

. ... .. .

5-36

Engine Oil

.. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-37

Engine Power

. .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-38

Fuel System

... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-38

Key and Lock

.. .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-38

Lamp

.. ... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-38

Object Detection System

.. .. .

5-39

Ride Control System

.. .. ... .. .

5-39

Safety Belt

.. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-40

Service Vehicle

.. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-40

Tire

.. .. ... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-41

Messages (cont.)

Transmission

.. .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-41

Vehicle

... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-33

Vehicle Reminder

.. ... .. ... .. .

5-42

Vehicle Speed

. .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-42

Window

... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

5-42

Mirrors

Automatic Dimming

... .. ... .. .

2-14

Automatic Dimming

Rearview

.. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

2-14

Convex

... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

2-13

Heated

... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

2-14

Manual Rearview

.. ... .. ... .. .

2-14

Power

. ... .. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

2-13

Monitor System, Tire

Pressure

.. ... .. .. ... .. ... .. .

10-60

Net, Convenience

. ... .. ... .. ...

4-5

New Vehicle Break-In

. .. ... .. ..

9-17