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Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood To open the hood: 2. Push the secondary hood release to the right. The lever is near the middle of the hood. 1. Pull the release handle below the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure. Pull the hood down on the passenger side to close it firmly.

Section	Page
2013 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	10
Door Locks	11
Trunk Release	11
Seat Adjustment	12
Heated Seats	12
Head Restraint Adjustment	13
Safety Belts	13
Passenger Sensing System	13
Mirror Adjustment	14
Steering Wheel Adjustment	14
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
Infotainment System	21
Driver Information Center (DIC)	21
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	21
Power Outlets	22
Universal Remote System	22
Sunroof	22
Convertible	23
Performance and Maintenance	23
Traction Control System (TCS)	23
StabiliTrak® System	23
Tire Pressure Monitor	23
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	24
Engine Oil Life System	24
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	25
Roadside Assistance Program	25
OnStar®	25
Keys, Doors, and Windows	27
Keys and Locks	27
Keys	27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	29
Remote Vehicle Start	30
Door Locks	32
Power Door Locks	33
Lockout Protection	33
Doors	34
Trunk	34
Vehicle Security	36
Vehicle Alarm System	36
Immobilizer	37
Immobilizer Operation	37
Exterior Mirrors	38
Convex Mirrors	38
Power Mirrors	38
Heated Mirrors	38
Automatic Dimming Mirror	38
Interior Mirrors	39
Manual Rearview Mirror	39
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	39
Windows	39
Power Windows	40
Sun Visors	41
Roof	42
Sunroof	42
Convertible Top	43
Seats and Restraints	49
Head Restraints	50
Front Seats	51
Seat Adjustment	51
Power Seat Adjustment	52
Reclining Seatbacks	52
Seatback Latches	53
Heated Front Seats	54
Rear Seats	55
Safety Belts	56
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	57
Lap-Shoulder Belt	58
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	62
Safety Belt Extender	63
Safety System Check	63
Safety Belt Care	63
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	63
Airbag System	64
Where Are the Airbags?	66
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	68
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	69
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	70
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	70
Passenger Sensing System	72
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	75
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	76
Airbag System Check	77
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	77
Child Restraints	78
Older Children	78
Infants and Young Children	80
Child Restraint Systems	82
Where to Put the Restraint	84
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	85
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	90
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	91
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)	93
Storage	97
Storage Compartments	97
Glove Box	97
Rear Storage	97
Center Console Storage	98
Additional Storage Features	98
Tonneau Cover	98
Convenience Net	101
Instruments and Controls	103
Controls	104
Steering Wheel Adjustment	104
Steering Wheel Controls	104
Horn	105
Windshield Wiper/Washer	105
Compass	106
Clock	106
Power Outlets	107
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	108
Instrument Cluster	109
Speedometer	111
Odometer	111
Trip Odometer	111
Tachometer	111
Fuel Gauge	111
Boost Gauge (ZL1 Only)	112
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge	113
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge	114
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	115
Transmission Temperature Gauge (Except ZL1)	115
Voltmeter Gauge	116
Safety Belt Reminders	117
Airbag Readiness Light	117
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	118
Charging System Light	119
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	119
Brake System Warning Light	122
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	123
Traction Off Light	123
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	124
Traction Control System (TCS) OFF/StabiliTrak® OFF Light	124
Tire Pressure Light	125
Engine Oil Pressure Light	125
Immobilizer Light	126
High-Beam On Light	126
Front Fog Lamp Light	126
Taillamp Indicator Light	126
Cruise Control Light	126
Information Displays	127
Driver Information Center (DIC)	127
Head-Up Display (HUD)	130
Vehicle Messages	135
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	135
Brake System Messages	136
Compass Messages	136
Convertible Top Messages	136
Cruise Control Messages	137
Door Ajar Messages	137
Engine Cooling System Messages	137
Engine Oil Messages	138
Engine Power Messages	138
Fuel System Messages	139
Key and Lock Messages	139
Lamp Messages	139
Object Detection System Messages	140
Ride Control System Messages	140
Airbag System Messages	143
Security Messages	143
Service Vehicle Messages	143
Tire Messages	143
Transmission Messages	144
Vehicle Reminder Messages	144
Vehicle Speed Messages	144
Window Messages	145
Vehicle Personalization	145
Universal Remote System	148
Universal Remote System Programming	148
Universal Remote System Operation	151
Lighting	153
Exterior Lighting	153
Exterior Lamp Controls	153
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	154
Flash-to-Pass	154
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	154
Automatic Headlamp System	155
Hazard Warning Flashers	156
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	156
Front Fog Lamps	157
Interior Lighting	157
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	157
Dome Lamps	158
Lighting Features	158
Entry Lighting	158
Theater Dimming	158
Battery Load Management	158
Battery Power Protection	159
Infotainment System	161
Introduction	161
Infotainment	161
Theft-Deterrent Feature	162
Overview	162
Operation	164
Radio	167
AM-FM Radio	167
Satellite Radio	169
Radio Reception	171
Backglass Antenna	172
Diversity Antenna System	173
Satellite Radio Antenna	173
Audio Players	173
CD Player	173
Auxiliary Devices	175
Phone	180
Bluetooth (Overview)	180
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)	182
Bluetooth (Voice Recognition)	185
Climate Controls	193
Climate Control Systems	193
Air Vents	195
Maintenance	196
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	196
Driving and Operating	197
Driving Information	198
Distracted Driving	198
Defensive Driving	199
Drunk Driving	199
Control of a Vehicle	199
Braking	199
Steering	200
Off-Road Recovery	201
Loss of Control	201
Racing or Other Competitive Driving	202
Driving on Wet Roads	204
Highway Hypnosis	205
Hill and Mountain Roads	205
Winter Driving	206
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	207
Vehicle Load Limits	208
Starting and Operating	212
New Vehicle Break-In	212
Front Fascia	213
Ignition Positions	213
Starting the Engine	215
Engine Heater	216
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	217
Shifting Into Park	218
Shifting out of Park	219
Parking (Manual Transmission)	220
Parking over Things That Burn	220
Active Fuel Management®	220
Engine Exhaust	221
Running the Vehicle While Parked	222
Automatic Transmission	222
Manual Mode	225
Manual Transmission	228
Brakes	230
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	230
Parking Brake	231
Brake Assist	232
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	232
Ride Control Systems	233
Traction Control System (TCS)	233
StabiliTrak® System	234
Competitive Driving Mode	235
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	238
Selective Ride Control	239
Cruise Control	240
Object Detection Systems	242
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	242
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	243
Fuel	245
Recommended Fuel	245
Gasoline Specifications	246
California Fuel Requirements	246
Fuels in Foreign Countries	247
Fuel Additives	247
Filling the Tank	248
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	249
Towing	250
General Towing Information	250
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	250
Trailer Towing (Except ZL1)	253
Trailer Towing (ZL1)	254
Towing Equipment	254
Conversions and Add-Ons	255
Add-On Electrical Equipment	255
Vehicle Care	257
General Information	259
California Proposition 65 Warning	259
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	259
Accessories and Modifications	259
Vehicle Checks	260
Doing Your Own Service Work	260
Hood	261
Engine Compartment Overview	262
Engine Cover	268
Engine Oil	269
Engine Oil Life System	271
Automatic Transmission Fluid	272
Manual Transmission Fluid	272
Hydraulic Clutch	273
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Except ZL1)	273
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1 Only)	275
Cooling System (Except ZL1 Engine)	276
Cooling System (ZL1 Engine Only)	277
Cooling System (Intercooler)	278
Engine Coolant	279
Engine Overheating	284
Power Steering Fluid (LFX)	285
Power Steering Fluid (L99, LS3 and ZL1)	286
Washer Fluid	286
Brakes	287
Brake Fluid	288
Battery	289
Rear Axle	290
Starter Switch Check	290
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	290
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	291
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	291
Wiper Blade Replacement	291
Windshield Replacement	292
Headlamp Aiming	292
Bulb Replacement	293
Halogen Bulbs	293
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	293
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Base Vehicle)	293
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Uplevel Vehicle)	294
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	295
Fog Lamps	295
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps	296
License Plate Lamp	296
Replacement Bulbs	297
Electrical System	297
Electrical System Overload	297
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	298
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	298
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	301
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	303
Wheels and Tires	305
Tires	305
All-Season Tires	306
Winter Tires	306
Summer Tires	306
Tire Sidewall Labeling	307
Tire Designations	309
Tire Terminology and Definitions	309
Tire Pressure	312
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation	313
Tire Pressure Monitor System	314
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	315
Tire Inspection	318
Tire Rotation	319
When It Is Time for New Tires	320
Buying New Tires	321
Different Size Tires and Wheels	322
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	323
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	324
Wheel Replacement	325
Tire Chains	325
If a Tire Goes Flat	326
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	328
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	334
Tire Changing	335
Compact Spare Tire	340
Jump Starting	341
Towing	344
Towing the Vehicle	344
Recreational Vehicle Towing	344
Appearance Care	345
Exterior Care	345
Interior Care	348
Floor Mats	351
Service and Maintenance	353
General Information	353
Maintenance Schedule	354
Special Application Services	360
Additional Maintenance and Care	361
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	364
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	364
Maintenance Replacement Parts	366
Maintenance Records	368
Technical Data	373
Vehicle Identification	373
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	373
Service Parts Identification Label	373
Vehicle Data	374
Capacities and Specifications	374
Engine Drive Belt Routing	377
Customer Information	379
Customer Information	380
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)	380
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)	382
Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada)	383
Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico)	383
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada)	384
Online Owner Center	384
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Canada)	385
Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico)	385
Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada)	389
Scheduling Service Appointments (U.S. and Canada)	391
Courtesy Transportation Program (U.S. and Canada)	391
Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)	392
Service Publications Ordering Information	395
Reporting Safety Defects	396
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	396
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	396
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	397
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	397
Event Data Recorders	397
OnStar®	398
Infotainment System	398
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	398
Radio Frequency Statement	399
OnStar	401
OnStar Overview	401
OnStar Services	402
Emergency	402
Security	402
Navigation	403
Connections	404
Diagnostics	405
OnStar Additional Information	405
Index	411
Index_A	411
Index_B	412
Index_C	412
Index_D	413
Index_E	414
Index_F	414
Index_G	415
Index_H	415
Index_I	416
Index_J	416
Index_K	416
Index_L	416
Index_M	417
Index_N	417
Index_O	417
Index_P	418
Index_R	418
Index_S	419
Index_T	420
Index_U	421
Index_V	422