2015 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - Page 5

GETTING STARTED POWER Button The Volt features an electronic push-button start. The POWER button flashes when the driver's door is opened upon entry. Once the vehicle is ON, the button illuminates. ­ Note: The air conditioning compressor, pumps and fan may run at any time, even when the vehicle is OFF, to cool or warm the propulsion battery. Starting the Vehicle/ON With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press the POWER button. A power ON audio cue will sound. ­ The vehicle will not shift out of Park and will display a Charge Cord Connected message ­ if the vehicle is still plugged in. When ON, the instrument cluster will ­ display an active battery or fuel gauge. The engine will start only if needed. Stopping the Vehicle/OFF Shift to Park and then press the POWER button. A power OFF audio cue will sound. Conditions for the Engine Starting When vehicle power is ON, the engine may start independent of the ­ vehicle being plugged in or completely charged. Conditions that may cause the engine to start include: • Propulsion battery charge is low • Hood is open • Propulsion battery temperature is hot or cold • Engine and Fuel Maintenance Modes (occur only if the engine has had • Cold ambient temperatures (depending on very limited operation over a long engine-assisted heating options; see Vehicle period) Personalization on page 11) See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual. Seat and Steering Wheel Adjustment Before driving, adjust the seat and steering wheel to a comfortable position. A D B C Pull down the lever (A) to unlock the steering wheel and adjust its position. Lift the handle (B) under the right-front side of the seat to slide the seat forward or rearward. Ratchet the side lever (C) up or down to raise or lower the seat. Lift the rear lever (D) to adjust the seatback. See Seats and Restraints in your Owner Manual. 5