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In Brief 1-1 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-17 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Trunk Release ...Seat Adjustment ...Heated Seats ...Head Restraint Adjustment ...Safety Belts ...Passenger Sensing System ...1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-7 1-7 1-8 Mirror Adjustment ...1-8 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-9 Interior Lighting ...1-9 Exterior Lighting ...1-10 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-10 Climate Controls ...1-11 Transmission ...1-12 Power Outlets ...Universal Remote System ...Sunroof ...Convertible ... Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-18 StabiliTrak® System ...1-18 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-18 Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit ...1-19 Engine Oil Life System ...1-19 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-19 Roadside Assistance Program ...1-20 OnStar® ...1-20 Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Steering Wheel Controls ...Cruise Control ...Driver Information Center (DIC) ...Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...1-13 1-14 1-14 1-14 1-14 1-15 1-16 1-16

Section	Page
2012 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	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
Transmission	18
Vehicle Features	19
Radio(s)	19
Satellite Radio	20
Portable Audio Devices	20
Bluetooth®	20
Steering Wheel Controls	20
Cruise Control	21
Driver Information Center (DIC)	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
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	27
Keys and Locks	28
Keys	28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	29
Remote Vehicle Start	31
Door Locks	33
Power Door Locks	34
Lockout Protection	34
Doors	35
Trunk	35
Vehicle Security	37
Anti-theft Alarm System	37
Immobilizer	38
Immobilizer Operation	38
Exterior Mirrors	39
Convex Mirrors	39
Power Mirrors	39
Heated Mirrors	39
Automatic Dimming Mirror	39
Interior Mirrors	40
Manual Rearview Mirror	40
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	40
Windows	40
Power Windows	41
Sun Visors	43
Roof	43
Sunroof	43
Convertible Top	45
Seats and Restraints	51
Head Restraints	52
Front Seats	53
Seat Adjustment	53
Power Seat Adjustment	54
Reclining Seatbacks	54
Seatback Latches	55
Heated Front Seats	56
Rear Seats	57
Safety Belts	58
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	59
Lap-Shoulder Belt	61
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	65
Safety Belt Extender	65
Safety System Check	66
Safety Belt Care	66
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	66
Airbag System	67
Where Are the Airbags?	69
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	71
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	73
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	73
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	74
Passenger Sensing System	75
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	80
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	80
Airbag System Check	82
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	82
Child Restraints	83
Older Children	83
Infants and Young Children	85
Child Restraint Systems	88
Where to Put the Restraint	90
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	91
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	96
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	97
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)	99
Storage	103
Storage Compartments	103
Glove Box	103
Rear Storage	103
Center Console Storage	104
Additional Storage Features	105
Tonneau Cover	105
Convenience Net	107
Instruments and Controls	109
Controls	110
Steering Wheel Adjustment	110
Steering Wheel Controls	110
Horn	111
Windshield Wiper/Washer	111
Compass	112
Clock	113
Power Outlets	113
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	114
Instrument Cluster	115
Speedometer	117
Odometer	117
Trip Odometer	117
Tachometer	117
Fuel Gauge	117
Boost Gauge (ZL1 Only)	118
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge	119
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge	120
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	121
Transmission Temperature Gauge (Except ZL1)	122
Voltmeter Gauge	122
Safety Belt Reminders	123
Airbag Readiness Light	124
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	125
Charging System Light	126
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	126
Brake System Warning Light	129
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	130
Traction Off Light	130
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	131
Traction Control System (TCS) OFF/StabiliTrak® OFF Light	131
Tire Pressure Light	132
Engine Oil Pressure Light	132
Immobilizer Light	133
High-Beam On Light	133
Front Fog Lamp Light	133
Taillamp Indicator Light	133
Cruise Control Light	133
Information Displays	134
Driver Information Center (DIC)	134
Head-Up Display (HUD)	138
Vehicle Messages	143
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	143
Brake System Messages	143
Compass Messages	144
Convertible Top Messages	144
Cruise Control Messages	145
Door Ajar Messages	145
Engine Cooling System Messages	145
Engine Oil Messages	146
Engine Power Messages	146
Fuel System Messages	147
Key and Lock Messages	147
Lamp Messages	147
Object Detection System Messages	148
Ride Control System Messages	148
Airbag System Messages	151
Anti-theft Alarm System Messages	151
Service Vehicle Messages	151
Tire Messages	151
Transmission Messages	152
Vehicle Reminder Messages	153
Vehicle Speed Messages	153
Window Messages	153
Vehicle Personalization	154
Universal Remote System	157
Universal Remote System Programming	157
Universal Remote System Operation	160
Lighting	161
Exterior Lighting	161
Exterior Lamp Controls	161
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	162
Flash-to-Pass	163
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	163
Automatic Headlamp System	163
Hazard Warning Flashers	164
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	165
Front Fog Lamps	165
Interior Lighting	166
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	166
Dome Lamps	166
Lighting Features	166
Entry Lighting	166
Theater Dimming	166
Battery Load Management	167
Battery Power Protection	167
Infotainment System	169
Introduction	169
Infotainment	169
Theft-Deterrent Feature	170
Overview	171
Operation	172
Radio	176
AM-FM Radio	176
Satellite Radio	178
Radio Reception	181
Fixed Mast Antenna	182
Backglass Antenna	182
Diversity Antenna System	182
Satellite Radio Antenna	182
Audio Players	183
CD Player	183
Auxiliary Devices	185
Phone	191
Bluetooth (Overview)	191
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)	193
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)	196
Climate Controls	203
Climate Control Systems	203
Air Vents	206
Driving and Operating	207
Driving Information	208
Distracted Driving	208
Defensive Driving	209
Drunk Driving	209
Control of a Vehicle	209
Braking	210
Steering	210
Off-Road Recovery	211
Loss of Control	212
Racing or Other Competitive Driving	212
Driving on Wet Roads	215
Highway Hypnosis	216
Hill and Mountain Roads	216
Winter Driving	217
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	219
Vehicle Load Limits	220
Starting and Operating	225
New Vehicle Break-In	225
Front Fascia	225
Ignition Positions	226
Starting the Engine	228
Engine Heater	230
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	231
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)	231
Shifting out of Park	232
Parking (Manual Transmission)	234
Parking over Things That Burn	234
Active Fuel Management®	235
Engine Exhaust	235
Running the Vehicle While Parked	236
Automatic Transmission	236
Manual Mode	240
Manual Transmission	243
Brakes	245
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	245
Parking Brake	246
Brake Assist	247
Ride Control Systems	247
Traction Control System (TCS)	247
StabiliTrak® System	249
Competitive Driving Mode	250
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	254
Selective Ride Control	255
Cruise Control	256
Object Detection Systems	258
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	258
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	260
Fuel	262
Recommended Fuel	262
Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only)	263
California Fuel Requirements	263
Fuels in Foreign Countries	264
Fuel Additives	264
Filling the Tank	265
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	267
Towing	267
General Towing Information	267
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	268
Trailer Towing (ZL1)	272
Trailer Towing (Except ZL1)	272
Towing Equipment	273
Conversions and Add-Ons	274
Add-On Electrical Equipment	274
Vehicle Care	275
General Information	277
California Proposition 65 Warning	277
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	277
Accessories and Modifications	278
Vehicle Checks	278
Doing Your Own Service Work	278
Hood	279
Engine Compartment Overview	280
Engine Cover	285
Engine Oil	287
Engine Oil Life System	290
Automatic Transmission Fluid	291
Manual Transmission Fluid	291
Hydraulic Clutch	291
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Except ZL1)	292
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1 Only)	293
Cooling System (Except ZL1 Engines)	294
Cooling System (ZL1 Engine Only)	296
Cooling System (Intercooler)	297
Engine Coolant	298
Engine Overheating	304
Power Steering Fluid (Except ZL1)	305
Power Steering Fluid (ZL1 Only)	306
Washer Fluid	306
Brakes	307
Brake Fluid	308
Battery	309
Rear Axle	310
Starter Switch Check	310
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	311
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	311
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	311
Wiper Blade Replacement	312
Windshield Replacement	312
Headlamp Aiming	313
Bulb Replacement	315
Halogen Bulbs	315
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	316
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Base Vehicle)	316
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Uplevel Vehicle)	317
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	318
Fog Lamps	319
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps	319
License Plate Lamp	320
Replacement Bulbs	320
Electrical System	321
Electrical System Overload	321
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	321
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	322
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	324
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	326
Wheels and Tires	328
Tires	328
All-Season Tires	329
Winter Tires	329
Summer Tires	330
Tire Sidewall Labeling	330
Tire Designations	332
Tire Terminology and Definitions	333
Tire Pressure	336
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation	337
Tire Pressure Monitor System	338
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	339
Tire Inspection	342
Tire Rotation	342
When It Is Time for New Tires	344
Buying New Tires	345
Different Size Tires and Wheels	347
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	347
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	349
Wheel Replacement	349
Tire Chains	350
If a Tire Goes Flat	351
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	352
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	359
Tire Changing	360
Compact Spare Tire	366
Jump Starting	367
Towing	370
Towing the Vehicle	370
Recreational Vehicle Towing	370
Appearance Care	371
Exterior Care	371
Interior Care	375
Floor Mats	377
Service and Maintenance	379
General Information	379
Maintenance Schedule	381
Special Application Services	386
Additional Maintenance and Care	387
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	390
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	390
Maintenance Replacement Parts	392
Maintenance Records	393
Technical Data	397
Vehicle Identification	397
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	397
Service Parts Identification Label	397
Vehicle Data	398
Capacities and Specifications	398
Engine Drive Belt Routing	402
Customer Information	403
Customer Information	403
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)	403
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)	405
Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada)	407
Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico)	407
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada)	408
Online Owner Center	408
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Canada)	409
Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada)	409
Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico)	412
Scheduling Service Appointments (U.S. and Canada)	415
Courtesy Transportation Program (U.S. and Canada)	416
Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)	417
Service Publications Ordering Information	420
Reporting Safety Defects	421
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	421
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	421
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	422
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	422
Event Data Recorders	422
OnStar®	423
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	423
Radio Frequency Statement	424
OnStar	425
OnStar Overview	425
OnStar Services	426
Emergency	426
Security	426
Navigation	426
Connections	428
Diagnostics	429
OnStar Additional Information	429
Index	433
Index_A	433
Index_B	434
Index_C	434
Index_D	435
Index_E	436
Index_F	436
Index_G	437
Index_H	437
Index_I	438
Index_J	438
Index_K	438
Index_L	438
Index_M	439
Index_N	439
Index_O	439
Index_P	440
Index_R	441
Index_S	441
Index_T	443
Index_U	444
Index_V	444

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In Brief

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In Brief

Instrument Panel

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Initial Drive Information

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Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

System

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1-4

Remote Vehicle Start

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Door Locks

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1-5

Trunk Release

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Seat Adjustment

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Heated Seats

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Head Restraint Adjustment

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Safety Belts

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1-7

Passenger Sensing System .. . 1-8

Mirror Adjustment

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1-8

Steering Wheel Adjustment . .. 1-9

Interior Lighting

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1-9

Exterior Lighting

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1-10

Windshield Wiper/Washer

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1-10

Climate Controls

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1-11

Transmission

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1-12

Vehicle Features

Radio(s)

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1-13

Satellite Radio

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1-14

Portable Audio Devices

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1-14

Bluetooth

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1-14

Steering Wheel Controls

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1-14

Cruise Control

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1-15

Driver Information

Center (DIC)

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1-16

Ultrasonic Parking Assist

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1-16

Power Outlets

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1-16

Universal Remote System . .. 1-17

Sunroof

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1-17

Convertible

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1-17

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control

System (TCS)

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1-18

StabiliTrak

System

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1-18

Tire Pressure Monitor

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1-18

Tire Sealant and

Compressor Kit

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1-19

Engine Oil Life System

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1-19

Driving for Better Fuel

Economy

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1-19

Roadside Assistance

Program

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1-20

OnStar

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