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Instruments and Controls 5-39 Ride Control System Messages PERF TRACTION 1 - WET ACTIVE HANDLING ON SUSPENSION MODE TOUR (ZL1 Only) This message displays when this Performance Traction Management mode is selected. The TCS and StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will also be on when this mode is selected. Once this message is acknowledged, PTM1 - WET ESC = ON displays on the bottom of the digital speed page. Launch Control is available when this mode is selected. In this mode, the Traction Control and Active Handling System are available but intended for use on wet race track conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. See "Performance Traction Management (PTM) (ZL1 Coupe Only)" and "Launch Control (V8 with Manual Transmissions Only)" under Competitive Driving Mode on page 9-39. (V8 with Manual Transmissions Only)" under Competitive Driving Mode on page 9-39. PERF TRACTION 2 - DRY ACTIVE HANDLING ON SUSPENSION MODE TOUR (ZL1 Only) This message displays when this Performance Traction Management mode is selected. The TCS and StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will also be on when this mode is selected. Once this message is acknowledged, PTM2 - DRY ESC = ON displays on the bottom of the digital speed page. Launch Control is available when this mode is selected. In this mode, the Traction Control and Active Handling System are available but intended for use on dry race track conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. See "Performance Traction Management (PTM) (ZL1 Coupe Only)" and "Launch Control PERF TRACTION 3 - SPORT1 ACTIVE HANDLING ON SUSPENSION MODE SPORT (ZL1 Only) This message displays when this Performance Traction Management mode is selected. The TCS and StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will also be on when this mode is selected. Once this message is acknowledged, PTM3 - SPORT1 ESC = ON displays on the bottom of the digital speed page. Launch Control is available when this mode is selected. In this mode, the Traction Control and Active Handling System are available but intended for use on dry race track conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly. See "Performance Traction Management (PTM) (ZL1 Coupe Only)" and "Launch Control (V8 with Manual

Section	Page
2014 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	12
Trunk Release	12
Seat Adjustment	12
Heated Seats	13
Head Restraint Adjustment	13
Head Restraint Adjustment	13
Safety Belts	14
Passenger Sensing System	14
Mirror Adjustment	15
Steering Wheel Adjustment	16
Interior Lighting	16
Exterior Lighting	16
Windshield Wiper/Washer	17
Climate Controls	18
Transmission	18
Vehicle Features	19
Radio(s)	19
Satellite Radio	20
Portable Audio Devices	21
Bluetooth®	21
Steering Wheel Controls	21
Steering Wheel Controls	21
Cruise Control	22
Infotainment System	22
Driver Information Center (DIC)	22
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	22
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	23
Power Outlets	23
Universal Remote System	23
Sunroof	23
Convertible	24
Performance and Maintenance	24
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	24
Tire Pressure Monitor	25
Engine Oil Life System	25
Car Wash Guidelines	26
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	26
Roadside Assistance Program	26
OnStar®	26
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	31
Door Locks	33
Power Door Locks	34
Delayed Locking	34
Automatic Door Locks	35
Lockout Protection	35
Doors	35
Trunk	35
Vehicle Security	37
Vehicle Alarm System	37
Immobilizer	39
Immobilizer Operation	39
Exterior Mirrors	40
Convex Mirrors	40
Power Mirrors	40
Heated Mirrors	40
Automatic Dimming Mirror	40
Interior Mirrors	41
Interior Rearview Mirrors	41
Manual Rearview Mirror	41
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	41
Windows	41
Power Windows	42
Sun Visors	43
Roof	44
Sunroof	44
Convertible Top	45
Seats and Restraints	51
Head Restraints	52
Front Seats	53
Seat Adjustment	53
Power Seat Adjustment	53
Reclining Seatbacks	54
Seatback Latches	55
Heated Front Seats	55
Rear Seats	56
Safety Belts	57
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	59
Lap-Shoulder Belt	59
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	63
Safety Belt Extender	64
Safety System Check	64
Safety Belt Care	64
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	64
Airbag System	65
Where Are the Airbags?	67
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	69
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	70
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	70
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	70
Passenger Sensing System	72
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	76
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	99
Tonneau Cover	99
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
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge	112
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge	113
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	114
Transmission Temperature Gauge (Except ZL1)	115
Voltmeter Gauge	115
Safety Belt Reminders	116
Airbag Readiness Light	117
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	117
Charging System Light	118
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	119
Brake System Warning Light	121
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	122
Traction Off Light	123
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	123
Traction Control System (TCS) OFF/StabiliTrak® OFF Light	124
Tire Pressure Light	124
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	136
Brake System Messages	136
Compass Messages	136
Convertible Top Messages	136
Cruise Control Messages	137
Door Ajar Messages	137
Engine Cooling System Messages	138
Engine Oil Messages	138
Engine Power Messages	139
Fuel System Messages	139
Key and Lock Messages	139
Lamp Messages	139
Object Detection System Messages	140
Ride Control System Messages	141
Airbag System Messages	143
Security Messages	143
Service Vehicle Messages	143
Tire Messages	143
Transmission Messages	144
Vehicle Reminder Messages	145
Vehicle Speed Messages	145
Window Messages	145
Vehicle Personalization	146
Universal Remote System	149
Universal Remote System Programming	149
Universal Remote System Operation	152
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	154
Hazard Warning Flashers	156
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	156
Front Fog Lamps	156
Interior Lighting	157
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	157
Dome Lamps	157
Lighting Features	158
Entry Lighting	158
Exit 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	163
Radio	167
AM-FM Radio	167
Satellite Radio	169
Radio Reception	171
Backglass Antenna	172
Diversity Antenna System	173
Multi-Band 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
Track Events and 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
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	231
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	231
Parking Brake	232
Brake Assist	232
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	233
Ride Control Systems	233
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	233
Competitive Driving Mode	235
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	239
Selective Ride Control	239
Cruise Control	240
Driver Assistance Systems	242
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	242
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	243
Fuel	246
Gasoline Specifications	247
California Fuel Requirements	247
Fuels in Foreign Countries	248
Fuel Additives	248
Filling the Tank	248
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	250
Trailer Towing	250
General Towing Information	250
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips	250
Trailer Towing (ZL1)	254
Trailer Towing (Except ZL1)	254
Towing Equipment	255
Conversions and Add-Ons	256
Add-On Electrical Equipment	256
Vehicle Care	257
General Information	258
California Proposition 65 Warning	258
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	259
Accessories and Modifications	259
Vehicle Checks	260
Doing Your Own Service Work	260
Hood	260
Engine Compartment Overview	262
Engine Cover	267
Engine Oil	268
Engine Oil Life System	271
Automatic Transmission Fluid	272
Manual Transmission Fluid	272
Hydraulic Clutch	272
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Except ZL1)	273
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (ZL1 Only)	274
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 (L99, LS3 and ZL1)	285
Power Steering Fluid (LFX)	285
Washer Fluid	286
Brakes	287
Brake Fluid	288
Battery	289
Rear Axle	290
Starter Switch Check	290
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	291
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	291
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	291
Wiper Blade Replacement	292
Windshield Replacement	292
Headlamp Aiming	293
Bulb Replacement	293
Halogen Bulbs	293
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	293
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Uplevel Vehicle)	293
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Base Vehicle)	294
Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps	295
License Plate Lamp	296
Replacement Bulbs	296
Electrical System	297
Electrical System Overload	297
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	297
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	298
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	300
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	303
Wheels and Tires	304
Tires	304
All-Season Tires	305
Winter Tires	305
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	323
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	323
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	325
Wheel Replacement	325
Tire Chains	326
If a Tire Goes Flat	326
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	328
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	335
Tire Changing	336
Compact Spare Tire	342
Jump Starting	343
Towing the Vehicle	346
Recreational Vehicle Towing	347
Appearance Care	347
Exterior Care	347
Interior Care	353
Floor Mats	356
Service and Maintenance	359
General Information	359
Maintenance Schedule	360
Special Application Services	366
Additional Maintenance and Care	367
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts	370
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	370
Maintenance Replacement Parts	372
Maintenance Records	373
Technical Data	377
Vehicle Identification	377
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	377
Service Parts Identification Label	377
Vehicle Data	378
Capacities and Specifications	378
Engine Drive Belt Routing	381
Customer Information	383
Customer Information	383
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	383
Customer Assistance Offices	385
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	386
Online Owner Center	386
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	387
Roadside Assistance Program	387
Scheduling Service Appointments	389
Courtesy Transportation Program	389
Collision Damage Repair	391
Service Publications Ordering Information	393
Reporting Safety Defects	394
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	394
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	395
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	395
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	395
Event Data Recorders	396
OnStar®	396
Infotainment System	397
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	397
Radio Frequency Statement	397
OnStar	399
OnStar Overview	399
OnStar Services	400
Emergency	400
Security	400
Navigation	401
Connections	402
Diagnostics	403
OnStar Additional Information	403
Index	409
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Instruments and Controls

5-39

Ride Control System

Messages

PERF TRACTION 1

–

WET

ACTIVE HANDLING ON

SUSPENSION MODE TOUR

(ZL1 Only)

This message displays when this

Performance Traction Management

mode is selected. The TCS and

StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will

also be on when this mode is

selected. Once this message is

acknowledged, PTM1

–

WET

ESC = ON displays on the bottom of

the digital speed page. Launch

Control is available when this mode

is selected. In this mode, the

Traction Control and Active

Handling System are available but

intended for use on wet race track

conditions. Adjust your driving

accordingly. See

“

Performance

Traction Management (PTM)

(ZL1 Coupe Only)

”

and

“

Launch

Control (V8 with Manual

Transmissions Only)

”

under

Competitive Driving Mode on

page 9-39

PERF TRACTION 2

–

DRY

ACTIVE HANDLING ON

SUSPENSION MODE TOUR

(ZL1 Only)

This message displays when this

Performance Traction Management

mode is selected. The TCS and

StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will

also be on when this mode is

selected. Once this message is

acknowledged, PTM2

–

DRY

ESC = ON displays on the bottom of

the digital speed page. Launch

Control is available when this mode

is selected. In this mode, the

Traction Control and Active

Handling System are available but

intended for use on dry race track

conditions. Adjust your driving

accordingly. See

“

Performance

Traction Management (PTM) (ZL1

Coupe Only)

”

and

“

Launch Control

(V8 with Manual Transmissions

Only)

”

under

Competitive Driving

Mode on page 9-39

PERF TRACTION 3

–

SPORT1

ACTIVE HANDLING ON

SUSPENSION MODE SPORT

(ZL1 Only)

This message displays when this

Performance Traction Management

mode is selected. The TCS and

StabiliTrak OFF cluster lights will

also be on when this mode is

selected. Once this message is

acknowledged, PTM3

–

SPORT1

ESC = ON displays on the bottom of

the digital speed page. Launch

Control is available when this mode

is selected. In this mode, the

Traction Control and Active

Handling System are available but

intended for use on dry race track

conditions. Adjust your driving

accordingly. See

“

Performance

Traction Management (PTM)

(ZL1 Coupe Only)

”

and

“

Launch

Control (V8 with Manual