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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. v . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Controls or OnStar 9 : Airbag Readiness Light ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) 5 /g : Audio Steering Wheel ® $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps j : LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® g : StabiliTrak® Off i : Traction Control Off M : Windshield Washer Fluid

Section	Page
2013 Chevrolet Spark 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	9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	9
Door Locks	10
Liftgate	11
Windows	12
Seat Adjustment	12
Second Row Seats	13
Head Restraint Adjustment	13
Safety Belts	13
Passenger Sensing System	14
Mirror Adjustment	14
Steering Wheel Adjustment	15
Interior Lighting	15
Exterior Lighting	16
Windshield Wiper/Washer	16
Climate Controls	17
Vehicle Features	17
Radio(s)	17
Satellite Radio	17
Portable Audio Devices	18
Bluetooth®	18
Steering Wheel Controls	18
Cruise Control	19
Driver Information Center (DIC)	19
Power Outlets	20
Performance and Maintenance	20
Traction Control System (TCS)	20
StabiliTrak® System	20
Tire Pressure Monitor	20
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	21
Engine Oil Life System	21
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	21
Roadside Assistance Program	22
OnStar®	22
Keys, Doors, and Windows	23
Keys and Locks	23
Keys	23
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	24
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	25
Door Locks	26
Central Locking System	27
Door Ajar Reminder	27
Automatic Door Locks	27
Safety Locks	28
Doors	29
Liftgate	29
Vehicle Security	30
Vehicle Alarm System	30
Immobilizer	31
Immobilizer Operation	31
Exterior Mirrors	32
Convex Mirrors	32
Manual Mirrors	32
Power Mirrors	33
Folding Mirrors	33
Interior Mirrors	33
Manual Rearview Mirror	33
Windows	34
Power Windows	34
Sun Visors	35
Seats and Restraints	37
Head Restraints	38
Front Seats	39
Seat Adjustment	39
Reclining Seatbacks	40
Front Seat Armrest	41
Heated Front Seats	42
Rear Seats	42
Safety Belts	45
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	46
Lap-Shoulder Belt	47
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	51
Safety Belt Extender	52
Safety System Check	52
Safety Belt Care	52
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	52
Airbag System	53
Where Are the Airbags?	55
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	57
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	58
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	58
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	58
Passenger Sensing System	60
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	64
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	64
Airbag System Check	65
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	65
Child Restraints	66
Older Children	66
Infants and Young Children	68
Child Restraint Systems	70
Where to Put the Restraint	72
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	73
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	80
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)	80
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	83
Storage	87
Storage Compartments	87
Glove Box	87
Additional Storage Features	87
Cargo Cover	87
Shopping Bag Hooks	88
Cargo Net	88
Roof Rack System	89
Instruments and Controls	91
Controls	92
Steering Wheel Adjustment	92
Steering Wheel Controls	92
Horn	92
Windshield Wiper/Washer	92
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	93
Clock	94
Power Outlets	95
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	96
Instrument Cluster	97
Speedometer	98
Odometer	98
Trip Odometer	98
Tachometer	98
Fuel Gauge	98
Safety Belt Reminders	99
Airbag Readiness Light	99
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	100
Charging System Light	101
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	101
Service Vehicle Soon Light	104
Owner Manual Indicator	104
Brake System Warning Light	104
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	105
Up-Shift Light	105
Power Steering Warning Light	105
Traction Off Light	106
StabiliTrak® OFF Light	106
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	106
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	107
Tire Pressure Light	107
Engine Oil Pressure Light	108
Low Fuel Warning Light	108
Immobilizer Light	108
Reduced Engine Power Light	109
High-Beam On Light	109
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light	109
Front Fog Lamp Light	110
Lamps On Reminder	110
Cruise Control Light	110
Door Ajar Light	110
Information Displays	111
Driver Information Center (DIC)	111
Vehicle Messages	114
Vehicle Personalization	115
Lighting	125
Exterior Lighting	125
Exterior Lamp Controls	125
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder	125
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	125
Flash-to-Pass	126
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	126
Hazard Warning Flashers	126
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	127
Fog Lamps	127
Interior Lighting	128
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	128
Courtesy Lamps	128
Dome Lamps	128
Lighting Features	129
Exit Lighting	129
Battery Power Protection	129
Infotainment System	131
Introduction	131
Infotainment	131
Theft-Deterrent Feature	132
Overview	133
Home Page (Radio with Touchscreen)	135
Operation	136
Radio	139
AM-FM Radio	139
Satellite Radio	143
Radio Reception	145
Multi-Band Antenna	146
Audio Players	146
USB Port	146
Auxiliary Devices	147
Navigation	149
OnStar® System	149
Phone	151
Bluetooth (Overview)	151
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)	153
Hands-Free Phone	158
Downloadable Applications	161
Smartphone Link (Overview)	161
Smartphone Link (Pandora)	163
Smartphone Link (Stitcher)	164
Bluetooth Phone/Devices	166
Pictures and Movies (Audio System)	166
Pictures and Movies (Picture System)	171
Pictures and Movies (Movie System)	172
Trademarks and License Agreements	174
Climate Controls	177
Climate Control Systems	177
Air Vents	179
Maintenance	180
Air Intake	180
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	180
Driving and Operating	181
Driving Information	182
Distracted Driving	182
Defensive Driving	182
Drunk Driving	183
Control of a Vehicle	183
Braking	183
Steering	183
Off-Road Recovery	184
Loss of Control	184
Driving on Wet Roads	185
Highway Hypnosis	186
Hill and Mountain Roads	186
Winter Driving	187
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	188
Vehicle Load Limits	189
Starting and Operating	193
New Vehicle Break-In	193
Ignition Positions	194
Starting the Engine	195
Engine Heater	196
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	197
Shifting Into Park	197
Shifting out of Park	199
Parking	200
Parking over Things That Burn	200
Engine Exhaust	200
Running the Vehicle While Parked	201
Automatic Transmission	201
Manual Transmission	203
Brakes	205
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	205
Parking Brake	206
Brake Assist	206
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	207
Ride Control Systems	207
Traction Control System (TCS)	207
StabiliTrak® System	208
Cruise Control	210
Fuel	212
Recommended Fuel	212
Gasoline Specifications	213
California Fuel Requirements	213
Fuels in Foreign Countries	213
Fuel Additives	213
Filling the Tank	214
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	216
Towing	216
General Towing Information	216
Conversions and Add-Ons	217
Add-On Electrical Equipment	217
Vehicle Care	219
General Information	220
California Proposition 65 Warning	220
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	220
Accessories and Modifications	220
Vehicle Checks	221
Doing Your Own Service Work	221
Hood	222
Engine Compartment Overview	224
Engine Oil	225
Engine Oil Life System	227
Automatic Transmission Fluid	228
Manual Transmission Fluid	228
Hydraulic Clutch	228
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	229
Cooling System	230
Engine Coolant	231
Engine Overheating	234
Washer Fluid	235
Brakes	236
Brake Fluid	237
Battery	238
Starter Switch Check	239
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	239
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	239
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	240
Wiper Blade Replacement	240
Headlamp Aiming	241
Bulb Replacement	242
Halogen Bulbs	242
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps	242
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps	243
License Plate Lamp	244
Replacement Bulbs	244
Electrical System	245
Electrical System Overload	245
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	245
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	246
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	250
Wheels and Tires	252
Tires	252
All-Season Tires	253
Winter Tires	254
Summer Tires	254
Tire Sidewall Labeling	254
Tire Designations	256
Tire Terminology and Definitions	256
Tire Pressure	259
Tire Pressure Monitor System	260
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	261
Tire Inspection	264
Tire Rotation	264
When It Is Time for New Tires	266
Buying New Tires	266
Different Size Tires and Wheels	268
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	269
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	270
Wheel Replacement	270
Tire Chains	271
If a Tire Goes Flat	271
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	273
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	280
Jump Starting	280
Towing	283
Towing the Vehicle	283
Recreational Vehicle Towing	283
Appearance Care	286
Exterior Care	286
Interior Care	289
Floor Mats	292
Service and Maintenance	293
General Information	293
Maintenance Schedule	295
Special Application Services	300
Additional Maintenance and Care	301
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	304
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	304
Maintenance Replacement Parts	306
Maintenance Records	307
Technical Data	309
Vehicle Identification	309
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	309
Service Parts Identification Label	309
Vehicle Data	310
Capacities and Specifications	310
Engine Drive Belt Routing	312
Customer Information	313
Customer Information	313
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	313
Customer Assistance Offices	315
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	316
Online Owner Center	316
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	317
Roadside Assistance Program	317
Scheduling Service Appointments	319
Courtesy Transportation Program	319
Collision Damage Repair	321
Service Publications Ordering Information	323
Reporting Safety Defects	324
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	324
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	325
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	325
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	325
Event Data Recorders	326
OnStar®	327
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	327
Radio Frequency Statement	327
OnStar	329
OnStar Overview	329
OnStar Services	330
Emergency	330
Security	330
Navigation	330
Connections	331
Diagnostics	333
OnStar Additional Information	333
Index	339
Index_A	339
Index_B	339
Index_C	340
Index_D	341
Index_E	341
Index_F	342
Index_G	342
Index_H	342
Index_I	343
Index_J	343
Index_K	343
Index_L	343
Index_M	344
Index_N	345
Index_O	345
Index_P	345
Index_R	346
Index_S	347
Index_T	348
Index_U	349
Index_V	349