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Climate Controls 8-1 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...8-1 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Air Vents Air Vents ...8-6 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...8-6 1. Driver Temperature Control 2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 3. Air Conditioning 4. Air Delivery Mode Controls

Section	Page
2014 Chevrolet SS Sedan Owner Manual BookTOC	1
Introduction	3
Using this Manual	3
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions	3
Symbols	4
In Brief	5
Instrument Panel	6
Instrument Panel Overview	6
Initial Drive Information	8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	8
Remote Vehicle Start	9
Door Locks	9
Windows	10
Seat Adjustment	10
Memory Features	11
Heated and Ventilated Seats	12
Head Restraint Adjustment	12
Safety Belts	12
Passenger Sensing System	13
Mirror Adjustment	13
Steering Wheel Adjustment	14
Interior Lighting	14
Exterior Lighting	15
Windshield Wiper/Washer	15
Climate Controls	16
Transmission	17
Vehicle Features	17
Steering Wheel Controls	17
Cruise Control	18
Driver Information Center (DIC)	18
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System	19
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)	19
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)	19
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)	19
Ultrasonic Parking Assist	19
Automatic Parking Assist (APA)	20
Power Outlets	20
Sunroof	20
Performance and Maintenance	21
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	21
Tire Pressure Monitor	21
Engine Oil Life System	22
Driving for Better Fuel Economy	22
Battery	23
Roadside Assistance Program	23
OnStar®	23
Keys, Doors, and Windows	25
Keys and Locks	25
Keys	25
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	27
Remote Vehicle Start	32
Door Locks	34
Power Door Locks	35
Delayed Locking	35
Automatic Door Locks	35
Lockout Protection	35
Safety Locks	36
Doors	36
Trunk	36
Vehicle Security	38
Vehicle Alarm System	38
Immobilizer	39
Immobilizer Operation	39
Exterior Mirrors	40
Convex Mirrors	40
Power Mirrors	40
Folding Mirrors	41
Heated Mirrors	41
Automatic Dimming Mirror	41
Reverse Tilt Mirrors	41
Interior Mirrors	41
Interior Rearview Mirrors	41
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror	41
Windows	42
Power Windows	42
Sun Visors	43
Roof	44
Sunroof	44
Seats and Restraints	45
Head Restraints	46
Front Seats	47
Power Seat Adjustment	47
Lumbar Adjustment	48
Reclining Seatbacks	48
Memory Seats	49
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats	50
Rear Seats	51
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door	51
Safety Belts	52
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	53
Lap-Shoulder Belt	54
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	56
Safety Belt Extender	56
Safety System Check	56
Safety Belt Care	57
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash	57
Airbag System	58
Where Are the Airbags?	59
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	61
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	62
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	62
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?	63
Passenger Sensing System	64
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	68
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	69
Airbag System Check	69
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash	70
Child Restraints	70
Older Children	70
Infants and Young Children	72
Child Restraint Systems	75
Where to Put the Restraint	76
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	78
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash	83
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)	83
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)	85
Storage	89
Storage Compartments	89
Glove Box	89
Cupholders	89
Center Console Storage	90
Additional Storage Features	91
Convenience Net	91
Instruments and Controls	93
Controls	94
Steering Wheel Adjustment	94
Steering Wheel Controls	94
Horn	95
Windshield Wiper/Washer	95
Clock	96
Power Outlets	96
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators	98
Instrument Cluster	99
Speedometer	100
Odometer	100
Trip Odometer	100
Tachometer	100
Fuel Gauge	100
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge	101
Safety Belt Reminders	101
Airbag Readiness Light	102
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	103
Charging System Light	103
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	104
Service Vehicle Soon Light	106
Brake System Warning Light	106
Electric Parking Brake Light	107
Service Electric Parking Brake Light	107
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light	108
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light	108
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Warning Light	108
Vehicle Ahead Indicator	109
Traction Off Light	109
StabiliTrak® OFF Light	109
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light	110
Tire Pressure Light	110
Engine Oil Pressure Light	110
Low Fuel Warning Light	111
Security Light	111
High-Beam On Light	112
Front Fog Lamp Light	112
Lamps On Reminder	112
Cruise Control Light	112
Door Ajar Light	112
Information Displays	113
Driver Information Center (DIC)	113
Head-Up Display (HUD)	115
Vehicle Messages	118
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages	118
Brake System Messages	118
Cruise Control Messages	119
Door Ajar Messages	119
Engine Cooling System Messages	119
Engine Oil Messages	120
Engine Power Messages	120
Fuel System Messages	120
Key and Lock Messages	121
Lamp Messages	121
Object Detection System Messages	121
Ride Control System Messages	123
Security Messages	123
Service Vehicle Messages	123
Tire Messages	123
Transmission Messages	124
Vehicle Reminder Messages	124
Washer Fluid Messages	124
Window Messages	124
Vehicle Personalization	125
Lighting	131
Exterior Lighting	131
Exterior Lamp Controls	131
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	131
Flash-to-Pass	131
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	132
Automatic Headlamp System	132
Hazard Warning Flashers	133
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	133
Fog Lamps	133
Interior Lighting	134
Instrument Panel Illumination Control	134
Dome Lamps	134
Reading Lamps	134
Lighting Features	135
Entry Lighting	135
Exit Lighting	135
Battery Power Protection	135
Infotainment System	137
Introduction	138
Infotainment	138
Overview	138
Using the System	142
Software Updates	147
Radio	147
AM-FM Radio	147
Radio Data System (RDS)	150
Satellite Radio	151
Radio Reception	156
Backglass Antenna	157
Multi-Band Antenna	157
Quick Info	158
Pandora Internet Radio	158
Stitcher Internet Radio	163
Pictures	167
Audio Players	168
CD Player	168
USB	170
Auxiliary Devices	176
Bluetooth Audio	177
Navigation	178
Using the Navigation System	178
Maps	182
Navigation Symbols	182
Destination	184
OnStar® Destination Download	195
Configure Menu	196
Global Positioning System (GPS)	202
Vehicle Positioning	202
Problems with Route Guidance	203
If the System Needs Service	204
Map Data Updates	204
Database Coverage Explanations	204
Voice Recognition	204
Bluetooth Phone/Devices	211
Bluetooth	211
Text Messaging	218
Trademarks and License Agreements	221
Climate Controls	227
Climate Control Systems	227
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	227
Air Vents	232
Maintenance	232
Passenger Compartment Air Filter	232
Driving and Operating	233
Driving Information	234
Distracted Driving	234
Defensive Driving	235
Drunk Driving	235
Control of a Vehicle	235
Braking	235
Steering	236
Off-Road Recovery	236
Loss of Control	237
Track Events and Competitive Driving	237
Driving on Wet Roads	238
Highway Hypnosis	239
Hill and Mountain Roads	239
Winter Driving	240
If the Vehicle Is Stuck	242
Vehicle Load Limits	242
Starting and Operating	247
New Vehicle Break-In	247
Ignition Positions	247
Starting the Engine	249
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	250
Shifting Into Park	250
Shifting out of Park	251
Parking over Things That Burn	253
Engine Exhaust	253
Running the Vehicle While Parked	254
Automatic Transmission	254
Manual Mode	256
Brakes	258
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	258
Electric Parking Brake	259
Brake Assist	261
Hill Start Assist (HSA)	261
Ride Control Systems	262
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control	262
Competitive Driving Mode	263
Limited-Slip Rear Axle	264
Cruise Control	264
Driver Assistance Systems	267
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing	268
Assistance Systems for Driving	272
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System	272
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)	274
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)	276
Fuel	278
Recommended Fuel	278
Gasoline Specifications	279
California Fuel Requirements	279
Fuels in Foreign Countries	279
Fuel Additives	280
Filling the Tank	280
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	281
Trailer Towing	282
Conversions and Add-Ons	282
Add-On Electrical Equipment	282
Vehicle Care	283
General Information	284
California Proposition 65 Warning	284
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	284
Accessories and Modifications	284
Vehicle Checks	285
Doing Your Own Service Work	285
Hood	286
Engine Compartment Overview	287
Engine Oil	288
Engine Oil Life System	290
Automatic Transmission Fluid	291
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	292
Cooling System	293
Engine Coolant	294
Engine Overheating	298
Washer Fluid	299
Brakes	300
Brake Fluid	301
Battery	302
Rear Axle	303
Starter Switch Check	303
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check	304
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	304
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check	305
Wiper Blade Replacement	305
Windshield Replacement	306
Headlamp Aiming	306
Bulb Replacement	306
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	306
License Plate Lamp	307
Replacement Bulbs	307
Electrical System	308
Electrical System Overload	308
Fuses	308
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	309
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	311
Rear Compartment Fuse Block	314
Wheels and Tires	316
Tires	316
Winter Tires	317
Low-Profile Tires	317
Summer Tires	318
Tire Sidewall Labeling	318
Tire Designations	319
Tire Terminology and Definitions	320
Tire Pressure	323
Tire Pressure Monitor System	324
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	325
Tire Inspection	328
Tire Rotation	329
When It Is Time for New Tires	330
Buying New Tires	331
Different Size Tires and Wheels	332
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	333
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	334
Wheel Replacement	334
Tire Chains	335
If a Tire Goes Flat	336
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	338
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit	344
Tire Changing	345
Full-Size Spare Tire	350
Jump Starting	351
Towing the Vehicle	353
Recreational Vehicle Towing	354
Appearance Care	354
Exterior Care	354
Interior Care	359
Floor Mats	363
Service and Maintenance	365
General Information	365
Maintenance Schedule	366
Special Application Services	372
Additional Maintenance and Care	372
Recommended Fluids	376
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	376
Maintenance Replacement Parts	377
Maintenance Records	378
Technical Data	381
Vehicle Identification	381
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	381
Service Parts Identification Label	381
Vehicle Data	382
Capacities and Specifications	382
Engine Drive Belt Routing	383
Customer Information	385
Customer Information	385
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	385
Customer Assistance Offices	387
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	388
Online Owner Center	388
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	389
Roadside Assistance Program	389
Scheduling Service Appointments	391
Courtesy Transportation Program	391
Collision Damage Repair	393
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	397
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	397
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	397
Event Data Recorders	398
OnStar®	398
Infotainment System	399
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	399
Radio Frequency Statement	399
OnStar	401
OnStar Overview	401
OnStar Services	402
Emergency	402
Security	402
Navigation	402
Connections	403
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	415
Index_J	416
Index_K	416
Index_L	416
Index_M	417
Index_N	417
Index_O	418
Index_P	418
Index_Q	419
Index_R	419
Index_S	419
Index_T	421
Index_U	422
Index_V	422