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Different Size Tires and Wheels { CAUTION: If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle. If you must replace your vehicle's tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle's original tires. Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low-pressure warning if non-TPC Spec rated tires are installed on your vehicle. Non-TPC Spec rated tires may give a low-pressure warning that is higher or lower than the proper warning level you would get with TPC Spec rated tires. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-62. Your vehicle's original equipment tires are listed on the Tire and Loading Information Label. See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-25, for more information about the Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle. If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than your original equipment wheels and tires, this could affect the way your vehicle performs, including its braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle has electronic systems such as anti-lock brakes, rollover airbags, traction control, and electronic stability control, the performance of these systems can be affected. { CAUTION: If you add different sized wheels, your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected. You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury. Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician. See Buying New Tires on page 5-70 and Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3 for additional information. 5-71

Section	Page
2009 Chevrolet HHR BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint System	5
Front Seats	6
Manual Seats	6
Seat Height Adjuster	7
Power Seat	7
Power Lumbar	8
Heated Seats	8
Reclining Seatbacks	9
Head Restraints	11
Passenger Folding Seatback	12
Rear Seats	14
Split Folding Rear Seat	14
Safety Belts	17
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone	17
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	22
Lap-Shoulder Belt	30
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	35
Safety Belt Extender	35
Child Restraints	36
Older Children	36
Infants and Young Children	39
Child Restraint Systems	43
Where to Put the Restraint	46
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	47
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	55
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	58
Airbag System	62
Where Are the Airbags?	65
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	67
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	68
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	68
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	69
Passenger Sensing System (Without Turbo/With Turbo and RPO AS5)	70
Passenger Sensing System (With Turbo and RPO AR9 or AE4)	76
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	81
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	82
Restraint System Check	83
Checking the Restraint Systems	83
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	84
Features and Controls	85
Keys	87
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	88
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	88
Remote Vehicle Start	91
Doors and Locks	93
Door Locks	93
Power Door Locks	93
Delayed Locking	94
Automatic Door Lock	94
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock	94
Rear Door Security Locks	95
Lockout Protection	96
Rear Side Cargo Door (HHR Panel Only)	96
Liftgate	96
Windows	100
Power Windows	101
Sun Visors	102
Theft-Deterrent Systems	102
Content Theft-Deterrent	103
PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer	104
PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation	105
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	106
New Vehicle Break-In	106
Ignition Positions	107
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	109
Starting the Engine	109
Engine Coolant Heater	111
Automatic Transmission Operation	112
Manual Transmission Operation	114
Parking Brake	117
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)	118
Shifting Out of Park (Automatic Transmission)	119
Parking the Vehicle (Manual Transmission)	120
Parking Over Things That Burn	120
Engine Exhaust	121
Running the Vehicle While Parked	122
Mirrors	123
Manual Rearview Mirror	123
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	123
Compass	123
Outside Power Mirrors	125
Blind Spot Mirrors	125
Outside Convex Mirror	127
Object Detection Systems	128
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	128
OnStar® System	131
Storage Areas	135
Glove Box	135
Cupholders	135
Instrument Panel Storage	135
Floor Console Storage Area	135
Rear Storage Area	135
Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover	136
Roof Rack System	138
Convenience Net	138
Hideaway Rear Storage Bins	139
Sunroof	140
Instrument Panel	141
Instrument Panel Overview	144
Hazard Warning Flashers	146
Horn	146
Tilt Wheel	146
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	147
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	147
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	148
Flash-to-Pass	148
Windshield Wipers	148
Windshield Washer	149
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	150
Cruise Control	150
Headlamps	154
Wiper Activated Headlamps	155
Headlamps on Reminder	155
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	155
Automatic Headlamp System	156
Fog Lamps	156
Instrument Panel Brightness	157
Dome Lamp	157
Entry/Exit Lighting	157
Mirror Reading Lamps	157
Rear Reading Lamps	157
Electric Power Management	158
Battery Run-Down Protection	158
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	159
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	161
Climate Controls	161
Climate Control System	161
Outlet Adjustment	164
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	164
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	166
Instrument Panel Cluster	167
Speedometer and Odometer	168
Tachometer	168
Safety Belt Reminders	169
Airbag Readiness Light	170
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	171
Charging System Light	172
Up-Shift Light	172
Brake System Warning Light	173
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	174
Enhanced Traction System (ETS) Indicator/Warning Light	174
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)/Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator/Warning Light	175
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light	176
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	176
Tire Pressure Light	177
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	177
Oil Pressure Light	180
Security Light	181
Fog Lamp Light	181
Highbeam On Light	181
Fuel Gage	182
Boost Gage	182
Reconfigurable Performance Display (RPD)	183
Driver Information Center (DIC)	188
DIC Operation and Displays	188
DIC Warnings and Messages	190
DIC Vehicle Personalization	196
Audio System(s)	201
Setting the Clock	202
Radio(s)	203
Using an MP3	214
XM Radio Messages	221
Bluetooth®	222
Theft-Deterrent Feature	234
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	234
Radio Reception	235
Fixed Mast Antenna	236
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	236
Chime Level Adjustment	236
Driving Your Vehicle	237
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle	238
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	238
Defensive Driving	238
Drunk Driving	239
Control of a Vehicle	239
Braking	240
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	241
Braking in Emergencies	242
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	243
Traction Control System (TCS)	246
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)	248
Limited-Slip Differential	249
Steering	250
Off-Road Recovery	252
Passing	252
Loss of Control	252
Racing or Other Competitive Driving	254
Driving at Night	254
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	255
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	256
Highway Hypnosis	256
Hill and Mountain Roads	257
Winter Driving	258
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	260
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	261
Loading the Vehicle	261
Towing	267
Towing Your Vehicle	267
Recreational Vehicle Towing	267
Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transmission)	270
Towing a Trailer (Manual Transmission)	277
Service and Appearance Care	279
Service	281
Accessories and Modifications	281
California Proposition 65 Warning	282
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	282
Doing Your Own Service Work	282
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle	283
Fuel	283
Gasoline Octane	283
Gasoline Specifications	284
California Fuel	284
Additives	284
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)	285
Fuels in Foreign Countries	286
Filling the Tank	287
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	290
Checking Things Under the Hood	290
Hood Release	291
Engine Compartment Overview	292
Engine Oil	295
Engine Oil Life System	299
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	301
Automatic Transmission Fluid	303
Manual Transmission Fluid	304
Hydraulic Clutch	304
Cooling System	304
Engine Coolant	305
Pressure Cap	310
Engine Overheating	310
Windshield Washer Fluid	312
Brakes	313
Battery	316
Jump Starting	317
Headlamp Aiming	322
Bulb Replacement	325
Halogen Bulbs	325
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, and Parking Lamps	325
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)	327
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps	328
License Plate Lamp	329
Replacement Bulbs	329
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	330
Tires	331
Tire Sidewall Labeling	332
Tire Terminology and Definitions	336
Inflation - Tire Pressure	339
Tire Pressure Monitor System	340
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	342
Tire Inspection and Rotation	345
When It Is Time for New Tires	347
Buying New Tires	348
Different Size Tires and Wheels	349
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	350
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	351
Wheel Replacement	351
Tire Chains	352
If a Tire Goes Flat	353
Changing a Flat Tire	354
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	355
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire (All Models Except SS)	358
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire (SS Model)	363
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	372
Compact Spare Tire	376
Appearance Care	377
Interior Cleaning	377
Fabric/Carpet	378
Leather	379
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	380
Care of Safety Belts	380
Weatherstrips	380
Washing Your Vehicle	381
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	381
Finish Care	382
Windshield and Wiper Blades	382
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	383
Tires	384
Sheet Metal Damage	384
Finish Damage	384
Underbody Maintenance	384
Chemical Paint Spotting	384
Vehicle Identification	385
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	385
Service Parts Identification Label	385
Electrical System	386
Add-On Electrical Equipment	386
Headlamp Wiring	386
Windshield Wiper Fuses	386
Power Windows and Other Power Options	386
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	387
Floor Console Fuse Block	387
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	389
Capacities and Specifications	392
Maintenance Schedule	395
Maintenance Schedule	396
Introduction	396
Maintenance Requirements	396
Your Vehicle and the Environment	396
Using the Maintenance Schedule	396
Scheduled Maintenance	398
Additional Required Services	401
Maintenance Footnotes	402
Owner Checks and Services	403
At Each Fuel Fill	403
At Least Once a Month	404
At Least Once a Year	405
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	408
Maintenance Replacement Parts	410
Engine Drive Belt Routing	411
Maintenance Record	412
Customer Assistance Information	415
Customer Assistance and Information	416
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	416
Online Owner Center	419
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	420
Customer Assistance Offices	420
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	421
Roadside Assistance Program	421
Scheduling Service Appointments	425
Courtesy Transportation	425
Collision Damage Repair	427
Reporting Safety Defects	430
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	430
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	430
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	430
Service Publications Ordering Information	431
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	432
Event Data Recorders	432
OnStar®	433
Navigation System	433
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	433

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CAUTION:

If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the

wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after

many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel

could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only

radial-ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle.

If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those

that do not have a TPC Spec number, make

sure they are the same size, load range, speed

rating, and construction type (radial and

bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s original tires.

Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring

system could give an inaccurate low-pressure

warning if non-TPC Spec rated tires are installed

on your vehicle. Non-TPC Spec rated tires

may give a low-pressure warning that is higher or

lower than the proper warning level you would

get with TPC Spec rated tires. See

Tire Pressure

Monitor System on page 5-62

Your vehicle’s original equipment tires are listed

on the Tire and Loading Information Label.

See

Loading the Vehicle on page 4-25

, for more

information about the Tire and Loading Information

Label and its location on your vehicle.

Different Size Tires and Wheels

If you add wheels or tires that are a different size than

your original equipment wheels and tires, this could

affect the way your vehicle performs, including its

braking, ride and handling characteristics, stability, and

resistance to rollover. Additionally, if your vehicle

has electronic systems such as anti-lock brakes, rollover

airbags, traction control, and electronic stability control,

the performance of these systems can be affected.

{

CAUTION:

If you add different sized wheels, your vehicle may

not provide an acceptable level of performance and

safety if tires not recommended for those wheels

are selected. You may increase the chance that you

will crash and suffer serious injury. Only use GM

specific wheel and tire systems developed for your

vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM

certified technician.

See

Buying New Tires on page 5-70

and

Accessories

and Modifications on page 5-3

for additional information.

5-71