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7-34 . Infotainment System on while the USB device is connected, the USB device may be damaged or may not operate normally... Only USB storage devices formatted in FAT16/32, exFAT file system are recognized. NTFS and other file systems are not recognized. The time it takes to process files will depend on the USB storage device type and capacity, and the type of files stored. Some USB storage device files may not be compatible. Up to two USB devices and one iPod can be played through a USB hub. All devices may not be supported, depending on the performance of the USB hub. If there is not enough power supply, it may not operate normally. Do not disconnect the USB storage device while it is playing. This may cause damage to the product or affect the performance of the USB device. Disconnect the USB storage device when the ignition is turned off. If the ignition is turned . USB storage devices can only be connected for playing music/ movies, viewing photo files, or upgrading. Do not use the USB terminal to charge USB accessory equipment. The heat generated may cause performance issues or damage. Store files in the top-level drive of the USB storage device. When the logical drive is separated from the device, only the USB music files from the top-level logical drive can be played. Music files stored on USB storage devices may not play normally if an application is loaded by partitioning a separate drive. Music files to which Digital Right Management (DRM) is applied cannot be played. . USB storage device capacity limit is 2,500 music files, 2,500 photo files, 250 movie files, 2,500 folders, and 10 stages of folder structure. The iPod/iPhone can play all music files supported, but will only display up to 2,500 files on the screen in alphabetical order. Some iPod/iPhone product models may not support the connectivity or functionality of this product. Only connect the iPod/iPhone with connection cables supported by iPod/iPhone products. Other connection cables cannot be used. The iPod/iPhone may be damaged if it is connected to the vehicle with the ignition on. When not in use, disconnect the iPod/iPhone. . . . . . . . . .

Section	Page
2015 Chevrolet Spark Owner Manual BookTOC	2
Introduction	4
Canadian Vehicle Owners	4
Using this Manual	5
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	5
Symbols	5
In Brief	8
Instrument Panel	9
Initial Drive Information	10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	10
Door Locks	11
Liftgate	12
Windows	13
Seat Adjustment	13
Second Row Seats	14
Head Restraint Adjustment	14
Safety Belts	14
Passenger Sensing System	15
Mirror Adjustment	15
Steering Wheel Adjustment	16
Interior Lighting	16
Exterior Lighting	17
Windshield Wiper/Washer	17
Climate Controls	18
Vehicle Features	18
Radio(s)	18
Satellite Radio	19
Portable Audio Devices	19
Bluetooth®	19
Steering Wheel Controls	20
Cruise Control	20
Driver Information Center (DIC)	21
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	21
Power Outlets	21
Performance and Maintenance	22
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	22
Tire Pressure Monitor	22
Engine Oil Life System	23
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	23
Roadside Assistance Program	23
OnStar®	23
Keys, Doors, and Windows	24
Keys and Locks	24
Keys	24
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	26
Door Locks	28
Central Locking System	29
Door Ajar Reminder	29
Delayed Locking	29
Automatic Door Locks	30
Lockout Protection	30
Safety Locks	30
Doors	31
Liftgate	31
Vehicle Security	33
Vehicle Alarm System	33
Immobilizer	34
Immobilizer Operation	34
Exterior Mirrors	35
Convex Mirrors	35
Manual Mirrors	36
Power Mirrors	36
Folding Mirrors	36
Interior Mirrors	37
Interior Rearview Mirrors	37
Manual Rearview Mirror	37
Windows	37
Power Windows	37
Sun Visors	38
Seats and Restraints	40
Head Restraints	41
Front Seats	42
Seat Adjustment	42
Reclining Seatbacks	43
Front Seat Armrest	44
Heated Front Seats	44
Rear Seats	45
Safety Belts	47
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	49
Lap-Shoulder Belt	50
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	54
Safety Belt Extender	54
Safety System Check	54
Safety Belt Care	55
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	55
Airbag System	56
Where Are the Airbags?	58
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	59
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	60
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	60
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	61
Passenger Sensing System	62
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	67
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	67
Airbag System Check	68
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	68
Child Restraints	69
Older Children	69
Infants and Young Children	71
Child Restraint Systems	74
Where to Put the Restraint	75
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	77
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	84
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	84
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)	87
Storage	90
Storage Compartments	90
Glove Box	90
Additional Storage Features	90
Cargo Cover	90
Shopping Bag Hooks	91
Cargo Net	91
Roof Rack System	92
Instruments and Controls	94
Controls	95
Steering Wheel Adjustment	95
Steering Wheel Controls	95
Horn	95
Windshield Wiper/Washer	95
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	97
Clock	97
Power Outlets	99
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	100
Instrument Cluster	101
Speedometer	102
Odometer	102
Trip Odometer	102
Tachometer	102
Fuel Gauge	102
Safety Belt Reminders	103
Airbag Readiness Light	104
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	104
Charging System Light	105
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	105
Service Vehicle Soon Light	108
Owner Manual Indicator	108
Brake System Warning Light	108
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	109
Up-Shift Light	109
Power Steering Warning Light	110
Traction Off Light	110
StabiliTrak® OFF Light	110
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	111
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	111
Tire Pressure Light	112
Engine Oil Pressure Light	112
Low Fuel Warning Light	112
Immobilizer Light	113
Reduced Engine Power Light	113
High-Beam On Light	113
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light	113
Front Fog Lamp Light	114
Lamps On Reminder	114
Cruise Control Light	114
Door Ajar Light	114
Information Displays	115
Driver Information Center (DIC)	115
Vehicle Messages	118
Engine Oil Messages	119
Tire Messages	119
Vehicle Personalization	120
Lighting	130
Exterior Lighting	130
Exterior Lamp Controls	130
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder	130
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	131
Flash-to-Pass	131
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	131
Automatic Headlamp System	132
Hazard Warning Flashers	132
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	133
Fog Lamps	133
Interior Lighting	134
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	134
Courtesy Lamps	134
Dome Lamps	135
Lighting Features	135
Entry Lighting	135
Exit Lighting	135
Battery Power Protection	135
Infotainment System	136
Introduction	137
Infotainment	137
Theft-Deterrent Feature	137
Overview	138
Home Page (Radio with Touchscreen)	140
Operation	141
Radio	144
AM-FM Radio	144
Satellite Radio	148
Radio Reception	150
Multi-Band Antenna	151
Audio Players	151
USB Port	151
Auxiliary Devices	152
Phone	154
Bluetooth (Overview)	154
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)	155
Hands-Free Phone	161
Downloadable Applications	163
Smartphone Link (Overview)	163
Smartphone Link (Pandora)	165
Smartphone Link (Stitcher)	167
Bluetooth Phone/Devices	168
Pictures and Movies (Audio System)	168
Pictures and Movies (Picture System)	173
Pictures and Movies (Movie System)	174
Trademarks and License Agreements	177
Climate Controls	180
Climate Control Systems	180
Air Vents	182
Maintenance	183
Air Intake	183
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	183
Driving and Operating	186
Driving Information	187
Distracted Driving	187
Defensive Driving	187
Drunk Driving	188
Control of a Vehicle	188
Braking	188
Steering	188
Off-Road Recovery	189
Loss of Control	189
Driving on Wet Roads	190
Hill and Mountain Roads	191
Winter Driving	192
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	193
Vehicle Load Limits	194
Starting and Operating	198
New Vehicle Break-In	198
Ignition Positions	198
Starting the Engine	200
Engine Heater	201
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	203
Shifting Into Park	203
Shifting out of Park	204
Parking	205
Parking over Things That Burn	205
Engine Exhaust	205
Running the Vehicle While Parked	206
Automatic Transmission	206
Manual Transmission	208
Brakes	210
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	210
Parking Brake	211
Brake Assist	211
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	212
Ride Control Systems	212
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	212
Cruise Control	214
Driver Assistance Systems	217
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	217
Fuel	219
California Fuel Requirements	220
Fuels in Foreign Countries	220
Fuel Additives	220
Filling the Tank	221
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	222
Trailer Towing	223
General Towing Information	223
Conversions and Add-Ons	223
Add-On Electrical Equipment	223
Vehicle Care	224
General Information	225
California Proposition 65 Warning	225
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	226
Accessories and Modifications	226
Vehicle Checks	226
Doing Your Own Service Work	226
Hood	227
Engine Compartment Overview	229
Engine Oil	230
Engine Oil Life System	232
Automatic Transmission Fluid	233
Manual Transmission Fluid	234
Hydraulic Clutch	234
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	234
Cooling System	235
Engine Coolant	236
Engine Overheating	239
Washer Fluid	241
Brakes	241
Brake Fluid	242
Battery	244
Starter Switch Check	244
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	245
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	245
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	245
Wiper Blade Replacement	246
Headlamp Aiming	247
Bulb Replacement	247
Halogen Bulbs	247
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps	248
Fog Lamps	249
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps	249
License Plate Lamp	250
Replacement Bulbs	250
Electrical System	251
Electrical System Overload	251
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	251
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	252
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	256
Wheels and Tires	258
Tires	258
All-Season Tires	259
Winter Tires	259
Summer Tires	260
Tire Sidewall Labeling	260
Tire Designations	261
Tire Terminology and Definitions	262
Tire Pressure	264
Tire Pressure Monitor System	266
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	267
Tire Inspection	270
Tire Rotation	270
When It Is Time for New Tires	271
Buying New Tires	272
Different Size Tires and Wheels	274
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	274
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	276
Wheel Replacement	276
Tire Chains	277
If a Tire Goes Flat	277
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	278
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	286
Jump Starting	286
Towing the Vehicle	289
Recreational Vehicle Towing	289
Appearance Care	292
Exterior Care	292
Interior Care	296
Floor Mats	300
Service and Maintenance	302
General Information	302
Maintenance Schedule	303
Special Application Services	309
Additional Maintenance and Care	310
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	313
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	313
Maintenance Replacement Parts	314
Maintenance Records	315
Technical Data	316
Vehicle Identification	316
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	316
Service Parts Identification Label	316
Vehicle Data	317
Capacities and Specifications	317
Engine Drive Belt Routing	318
Customer Information	320
Customer Information	320
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	320
Customer Assistance Offices	322
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	323
Online Owner Center	323
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	324
Roadside Assistance Program	324
Scheduling Service Appointments	326
Courtesy Transportation Program	326
Collision Damage Repair	327
Service Publications Ordering Information	330
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	331
Radio Frequency Statement	331
Reporting Safety Defects	331
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	331
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	332
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	332
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	332
Event Data Recorders	333
OnStar®	334
OnStar	336
OnStar Overview	336
OnStar Services	337
Emergency	337
Security	338
Navigation	338
Connections	339
Vehicle Diagnostics	341
OnStar Additional Information	341
Index	346
Index_A	346
Index_B	347
Index_C	347
Index_D	348
Index_E	349
Index_F	349
Index_G	350
Index_H	350
Index_I	350
Index_J	351
Index_K	351
Index_L	351
Index_M	352
Index_N	352
Index_O	352
Index_P	353
Index_R	353
Index_S	354
Index_T	355
Index_U	356
Index_V	356

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7-34

Infotainment System

Only USB storage devices

formatted in FAT16/32, exFAT

file system are recognized.

NTFS and other file systems are

not recognized.

The time it takes to process files

will depend on the USB storage

device type and capacity, and

the type of files stored.

Some USB storage device files

may not be compatible.

Up to two USB devices and one

iPod can be played through a

USB hub. All devices may not be

supported, depending on the

performance of the USB hub.

If there is not enough power

supply, it may not operate

normally.

Do not disconnect the USB

storage device while it is playing.

This may cause damage to the

product or affect the

performance of the USB device.

Disconnect the USB storage

device when the ignition is

turned off. If the ignition is turned

on while the USB device is

connected, the USB device may

be damaged or may not operate

normally.

USB storage devices can only

be connected for playing music/

movies, viewing photo files,

or upgrading.

Do not use the USB terminal to

charge USB accessory

equipment. The heat generated

may cause performance issues

or damage.

Store files in the top-level drive

of the USB storage device.

When the logical drive is

separated from the device, only

the USB music files from the

top-level logical drive can be

played. Music files stored on

USB storage devices may not

play normally if an application is

loaded by partitioning a separate

drive.

Music files to which Digital Right

Management (DRM) is applied

cannot be played.

USB storage device capacity

limit is 2,500 music files, 2,500

photo files, 250 movie files,

2,500 folders, and 10 stages of

folder structure. The iPod/iPhone

can play all music files

supported, but will only display

up to 2,500 files on the screen in

alphabetical order.

Some iPod/iPhone product

models may not support the

connectivity or functionality of

this product.

Only connect the iPod/iPhone

with connection cables

supported by iPod/iPhone

products. Other connection

cables cannot be used.

The iPod/iPhone may be

damaged if it is connected to the

vehicle with the ignition on.

When not in use, disconnect the

iPod/iPhone.