Chevrolet 2005 SSR Pickup Assembly instructions

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Important Information about Car Washes . . . . .4
SSR Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Fuel Recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Malfunction Indicator Lamp/
Service Engine Soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Power Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Power Lumbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Memory Driver Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Remote Keyless Entry and
Content Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . .9
Automatic Headlamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Fog Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Convertible Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cargo Area Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Air Bag Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Traction Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Inflator Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
HomeLink®Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Cupholders and Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Jump Starting Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Cargo Compartment Trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Cargo Area Accessory Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
GM Accessories for Your SSR . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Vehicle Symbols Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
My GMLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Congratulations on your purchase of a Chevrolet SSR (Super Sport Roadster). Please read this information and your Owner
Manual to ensure an outstanding ownership experience. Note that your vehicle may not include all the features described in
this booklet. Place this booklet in your Owner Manual portfolio for easy reference.

A. Climate Control Vents
B. Instrument Panel Cluster
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
D. Exterior and Interior Lamps
Control
E. Driver Information Center
(DIC) buttons
F. Audio Steering Wheel Controls
G.Storage Tray
H. Audio System
I. Climate Control System
J. Shift Lever
K. Cupholder
L. Glove Box
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Instrument Panel
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Note: Automatic transmission depicted.

The instrument panel cluster
includes these key features:
A. Tachometer
B. Speedometer
C. Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
D. Fuel Gauge
E. Oil Pressure Gauge
F. Driver Information Center (DIC)
IMPORTANT: The instrument panel
cluster is designed to let you know
about many important aspects of
your vehicle’s operation. It is impor-
tant to read your Owner Manual and
become familiar with the information
being relayed to you by the lights,
gauges and indicators, as well as
what action can be taken to ensure
safety and to prevent damage.
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See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
A
BC
D
E
F
Instrument Panel Cluster
Note: Automatic transmission depicted.

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Important Information about
Car Washes
Due to the SSR’s low profile tires and
flangeless wheel design, wheels and
tires may be damaged in car washes
that utilize track or rail systems. You
should consult with the manager of the
car wash to determine if the system
can accommodate SSR’s wheels and
tires prior to entering the car wash. To
avoid possible damage, use touchless
automatic car washes. Use only
GM–approved cleaners on your SSR.
See your Chevrolet dealer for details.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
SSR Keys
Fuel Recommendation
In addition to the two ignition keys, your
SSR comes with two separate console
keys and, if ordered, four keys for the
Integrated Side-Saddle Storage and two
keys to lock the trailer hitch.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
It is recommended that premium fuel be
used in your SSR to achieve maximum
performance.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp/
Service Engine Soon
If the Malfunction Indicator Light is
Flashing: When it is safe to do so, stop
the vehicle and turn the engine off. Wait
10 seconds and restart the engine. If the
light stays on steadily, see the steps
below. If the light continues to flash,
follow the previous steps and see your
dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the Malfunction Indicator Light
Remains On: If you recently refueled
your vehicle, remove and then reinstall
the fuel cap, making sure that it is tight
(it will make a ratcheting sound). A few
driving trips with the cap properly
attached should turn the light off.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Heated Seats (if equipped)

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Your vehicle’s driver and passenger
seats can be heated. The controls are
located on the outboard side of the driv-
er and passenger seats. Both the lower
cushion and lower seatbacks can be
heated. For the low setting, press the
lower portion of the switch. For the high
setting, press the upper part of the
switch. To turn the heat feature off,
move the switch to the center position.
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.
Note: To operate this feature, the
ignition must be on. When the ignition
is turned off, the heater shuts off
automatically.
Power Seats
The power seat controls are located on
the outboard sides of the front seats.
The driver’s seat features six-way power
adjustment. The passenger seat has
power control for forward and rearward
adjustment.
Driver Seat Cushion: Move the front of
the seat control (see “A” above) up or
down to adjust the front of the driver
seat cushion. Move the rear of the seat
Driver seat controls
control to adjust the rear of the cushion.
Move the center of the control to raise or
lower the seat. To move the entire seat
forward or backward, slide the seat con-
trol forward or rearward.
Front Passenger Seat
To move the entire passenger seat for-
ward or backward, slide the seat control
forward or rearward.
Reclining Seatbacks
To adjust the driver or front passenger
seatbacks, lift the lever on the outboard
side of the seat cushion. Release the
lever to lock the seatback. To position
the seatback in a vertical position, lift the
lever without pushing on the seatback.
Passenger seat controls
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Seatback Latches: Fold the seatbacks
forward by pushing the lever on the side
of the seatback rearward and moving
the seatback forward.
Return the seatback to the upright posi-
tion by moving it all the way back until
the latch catches. (A reclined seatback
will return to the reclined position.)
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.
For both the driver and passenger seats,
the control button (icon) (see “B” above)
operates the power lumbar support.
Press the button forward for more lum-
bar support or rearward for less support.
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.
B
Memory Driver Seat
(if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
two-driver memory function that is used
to recall memory settings for the driver’s
seating positions for two drivers. The
Driver Information Center (DIC) can also
be programmed to personalize addition-
al functions. See the DIC section of this
guide for more details.
To Program: Adjust the driver’s seat
to the desired position. Press the SET
button and then press and hold button
“1” on the outboard side of the driver’s
seat for three seconds, until a chime
sounds and the position is stored.
For a second driver, repeat the proce-
dure using button “2.”
Recall Seat Position: With the vehicle
in Park (P), press and release button 1
(or 2). A single chime will sound, and the
memory position will be recalled. To stop
memory feature movement at any time,
press one of the power seat controls or
memory buttons.
Remote Keyless Entry/Ignition Key
Recall: If programmed to do so through
the Driver Information Center (DIC), the
ignition key or the unlock button on the
Remote Keyless Entry transmitter can
be used to recall memory seat and/or
DIC personalization settings. The num-
ber on the back of the Remote Keyless
Entry transmitter (1 or 2) corresponds to
the number on the seat’s memory con-
trols. See the DIC section of this guide
for details.
See Sections 2 and 3 of your Owner Manual.
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Outside Rearview Mirrors
Power Heated/Automatic Dimming
Heated (if equipped): The power mirror
control is located on the driver’s door.
Turn the knob toward the mirror you
wish to adjust, move the knob in the
direction you want the mirror to go, and
return the knob to the center position.
Both mirrors are heated when the rear
window defogger is activated, to remove
mist and fog.
Your vehicle may be equipped with an
automatic dimming feature that adjusts
for the glare of headlamps behind you.
Use the on/off settings on the automatic
dimming inside rearview mirror to acti-
vate this feature on the inside rearview
mirror and driver-side outside rearview
mirror.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Climate Control System
The climate control system of the SSR
features three control panel knobs.
Temperature Knob
The left knob on the control panel is
used to adjust the temperature of the air
in the vehicle.
(Air Conditioning): Press this but-
ton on the temperature knob to turn the
air conditioning system on and off. An
indicator light on the button will illumi-
nate when the system is activated. The
air conditioning will not function if the fan
is turned off.
Fan Knob
The center knob on the control panel is
used to control the fan speed.
(Recirculation): Press this button
on the fan knob to turn the recirculation
mode on or off. An indicator light on the
button will illuminate when this mode is
activated. The recirculation mode keeps
outside air from entering the vehicle. It
also can be used to help heat or cool
your vehicle more quickly.
Mode Knob
The right knob on the control panel is
used to direct airflow inside the vehicle.
Turn the knob to select a mode.
(Vent): This mode directs air to the
instrument panel outlets.
(Bi-Level): This mode directs air to
the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets
and windshield defroster.
(Floor): This mode directs air to the
floor outlets. Recirculation will not func-
tion in this mode.
(Floor/Defog): This mode directs
half of the air to the windshield defroster
and the other half to the floor outlets.
(Defrost): This mode directs most of
the air to the windshield defroster outlet.
(Maximum Defrost): This mode
directs most of the air to the windshield
defroster outlet. The rear window defog-
ger and the heated outside mirrors also
will turn on, and the fan speed and tem-
perature will be at the highest settings.

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Interior Lighting
Your vehicle is equipped with illuminated
entry and exit lighting, interior courtesy
lighting and may also be equipped with
inside rearview mirror-mounted front
map lamps.
Opening a door or pressing the
UNLOCK button on your Remote
Keyless Entry System transmitter turns
on the interior lamps. When exiting, inte-
rior lamps turn on when the ignition key
is removed.
To adjust instrument panel brightness,
push the interior lamp control button
Remote Keyless Entry and
Content Theft-Deterrent Systems
Use the Remote Keyless Entry System
key fob transmitter to:
•Unlock the vehicle doors. Press the
UNLOCK button ( ) once to unlock
the driver door and twice to unlock
both doors.
•Lock the doors and arm the
Content Theft-Deterrent System.
Press the LOCK button ( ) once to
lock all doors and arm the Content
Theft-Deterrent System; press again
within three seconds to chirp the
horn.
•Release the cargo area cover.
Press the CARGO AREA COVER
RELEASE button ( ) located in
the glove box or press on the
Remote Keyless Entry.
(see “A” below) and release. Turn the
control to the desired brightness; then
press on it to return it to the stored
position.
If the interior lamps are left on for more
than 10 minutes with the ignition off, the
Battery Rundown feature turns them off.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Adjusting the temperature or fan knobs
will turn off the maximum defrost mode.
To clear the windows of moisture, the
system runs the air conditioning com-
pressor and the recirculation mode will
not function in the defog, defrost or max-
imum defrost mode.
(Rear Defogger): Press this button
on the mode knob to turn the rear win-
dow defogger on and off. An indicator
light on the button will illuminate when
the system is activated. The heated out-
side mirrors also are activated in this
mode.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
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•Sound a remote alarm that honks
the horn and blinks the headlamps
and taillamps for 30 seconds.
Press to activate and again to
deactivate.
The Content Theft-Deterrent System will
arm only if you use the key fob or lock
the doors with a power lock switch. It will
not arm if you lock the door with a key
or use the manual door lock. To turn off
the alarm, press the UNLOCK button on
the key fob or unlock the driver-side
door with the key.
The key fob transmitter’s range is from
3 to 30 feet. Refer to Section 2 of your
Owner Manual if it doesn’t work or range
is reduced.
Driver 1 and 2 Memory Settings
(if equipped): The number on the back
of the transmitter (1 or 2) corresponds
to the memory button numbers on the
outboard side of the driver’s seat.
When the vehicle is unlocked with the
transmitter, it recalls the personalized
settings for that driver (must be enabled
in the Driver Information Center).
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Programmable Automatic
Door Locks
The power door locks can be
programmed to perform a variety of
personalized functions.
Automatic Locking Modes:
• Lock doors when the vehicle is out of
the Park (P) position, or
• Lock door when the vehicle speed
is over 8 mph for three seconds.
Automatic Unlocking Modes:
• Unlock both doors in Park (P), or
• Unlock both doors when the ignition
key is removed, or
• Unlock driver’s door in Park (P), or
• Unlock both doors manually.
To Program:
• Press the Driver Information Center
Personalization button (see DIC sec-
tion of this guide) until “AUTOMATIC
LOCKING” appears on the DIC
display.
• Press the SELECT button to select
AUTOMATIC LOCKING.
• Press the SELECT button again to
scroll through the locking modes.
• When the desired mode is displayed,
press the PERSONALIZATION button
to set your choice, return to the
personalization menu and advance to
the next programmable feature.
• Repeat the process to choose one of
the automatic unlocking modes.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

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Automatic Headlamp Controls
The exterior lamps control is located on
the instrument panel, to the left of the
steering wheel.
The AUTO position (“A”) activates the
automatic headlamp system that illumi-
nates all exterior lamps and the instru-
ment panel/radio lights when they are
needed.
The parking lamp position (“B”)
manually illuminates the parking and
side-marker lamps, taillamps, instrument
panel lights and rear license plate
lamps.
The headlamps-on position (“C”)
manually activates the headlamps, all
exterior tail/marker lamps and the
instrument panel/radio lights.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Fog Lamps
You can control certain radio functions
using the buttons on your steering
wheel.
Press the SEEK button’s up or down
arrow (“A” above) to go to the next or
previous radio station and stay there.
Press and hold the SEEK buttons to
scroll through preset radio stations.
Press the Volume button’s up or down
arrow (“B” above) to increase or
decrease audio system volume.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Audio Systems
Setting the clock: With the ignition on
or off, press and hold the HR button until
the correct hour appears (AM or PM
also appears). Adjust minutes by press-
ing and holding the MN button. To set
time to an FM station’s Radio Data
System setting, press and hold both HR
and MN for two seconds until “UPDAT-
ED” and the clock symbol appear on the
display. If the time is not available from
the station, “NO UPDATE” appears in
the display.
Radio Data System (RDS): Your RDS-
equipped radio has the capability to:
A
AB
C
B
The Fog Lamp button ( ) is located in
the center of the exterior lamps control.
Press it to activate or deactivate the fog
lamps.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

:Press the arrow buttons to go
to the next or previous radio station.
When a CD is playing, press the arrow
buttons to move to the next or previous
track. :Press and hold either arrow
button for two seconds to scan radio
stations or CD tracks. A beep will sound.
Press either arrow button again to stop
scanning.
To scan preset stations or first track of
all loaded CDs, press and hold either
arrow button for four seconds. A double
beep will sound. Press either arrow but-
ton again to stop scanning.
Setting Preset Stations: You can set
up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2 and
six AM).
1. Turn on the radio.
2. Press AM FM to select FM1, FM2
or AM.
3. Tune in the desired station.
4. Press AUTO EQ to select the
equalization.
5. Press and hold one of the six
numbered pushbuttons until you
hear a beep.
6. Repeat the steps for each
pushbutton.
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• Seek only radio stations with the pro-
gram types you prefer (such as Jazz,
Rock, News, etc.)
• Seek stations with traffic
announcements
• Receive announcements concerning
local and national emergencies
• Receive and display messages from
radio stations
RDS features work only on FM stations
that broadcast RDS information and
when they broadcast the signal. RDS
stations display their station name
instead of their frequency. Most RDS
stations also provide the time of day and
a Program Type (PTY). Refer to your
Owner Manual for additional information.
Radio with Six-Disc CD (if equipped):
PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn
the system on or off.
VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to
increase or decrease volume.
AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume):
Adjusts automatically to compensate for
road and wind noise by increasing vol-
ume as speed increases. Press the but-
ton until AUTO VOL OFF is displayed to
turn off this feature.
RCL (Recall): Press this knob to switch
the display between a radio station fre-
quency and the time. Press this knob
with the ignition off to display the time.
AM FM: Press this button to switch
between FM1, FM2 and AM.
TUNE: Turn this knob to select a radio
station frequency.
SEEK
SCAN
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• A small bar appears under the CD
number that is playing, and the track
number appears.
Bose®System (if equipped): The
Bose®audio system allows you to
choose from four equalization settings:
AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization):
Press this button to select customized
equalization setting.
NORMAL: Provides the best overall
sound quality for all seating locations
DRIVER: Gives the driver the best
sound quality
SPACIOUS: Makes the listening space
seem larger
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
The Driver Information Center (DIC) can
display trip information, fuel economy
information, personalization features,
and other messages or warnings. It can
be programmed in English, Spanish or
French. The DIC display is located on
the instrument panel cluster.
The DIC has different modes that can be
accessed by pressing the four buttons
located on the steering wheel.
Setting the Tone: Press the Audio knob
until BASS, MID or TREB appears on
the display. Turn the knob to increase or
decrease tone.
To adjust all tone and speaker controls
to the middle position, push and hold the
Audio knob when tone or speaker con-
trol is not displayed. CENTERED will
appear on the display and a beep will
sound.
Loading CDs:
• Turn the ignition on; then press and
hold the LOAD side of the LOAD CD
button for two seconds. The unit
beeps and the light to the right of the
slot begins to flash.
• When the light stops flashing and
turns green, insert a disc partway.
• The indicator light begins blinking and
turns steadily green. Load another
CD.
• When loading more than one but
fewer than six CDs, press the LOAD
side of the LOAD CD button again to
signal that loading is complete.
• When more than one disc is loaded,
a number for each disc is displayed.
• To play a specific CD, press the CD
AUX button and then the number of
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Trip Information: Press the Trip
Information button (see “A” above) to
display the odometer, two trip odometers
and the trip timer. To reset the trip
odometers or the timer to zero, press
and hold the Select button (see “D”
above) while the desired function is dis-
played. Use the Select button to start
and stop the trip timer.
Fuel Information: Press the Fuel
Information button (see “B” above) to
display current fuel and engine oil infor-
mation. RANGE estimates the remaining
distance you can drive without refueling,
based on recent fuel economy and the
fuel remaining in the tank.
AVG ECON calculates miles per gallon
based on overall driving conditions.
Press and hold the Select button while
AVG ECON is displayed and the DIC
will begin calculating the average fuel
economy from that point in time.
INST ECON calculates miles per gallon
at a particular moment.
ENGINE OIL LIFE estimates the per-
centage of the engine oil’s remaining
useful life. It also alerts you when it is
time for an oil change by illuminating the
ENGINE OIL LIFE light on the instru-
ment panel. To reset the Engine Oil Life
monitor, press and hold the Select
button while ENGINE OIL LIFE is dis-
A
B
C
D
played. When successful, the DIC will
display ENGINE OIL LIFE: 100%.
Personalization: Press the
Personalization button (see “C” left) to
access the personalization menu and
customize settings for up to two drivers.
Press it repeatedly to scroll through the
personalization settings, and press the
Select button when the desired
personalization menu item is reached.
Identify which driver you are by using
your personal key fob transmitter or by
pressing the driver number on the
memory seat recall button before
personalizing.
Select: Press the Select button
(see “D” left) to reset certain DIC func-
tions, to acknowledge DIC warning mes-
sages and clear them from the DIC, and
to set personalization settings. Inside
each personalization feature, press the
Select button to scroll through menu
choices for each feature. Finalize a
choice by pressing the Personalization
button while it is displayed on the DIC
and move to the next feature. To reset
personalization features to the default
mode, hold the Trip Information button
and the Personalization button down for
four seconds.
Recall driver preferences by pressing
any button on the key fob transmitter or
by pressing the appropriate memory
button 1 or 2 on the driver’s seat out-
board side.
Saving Preferences: The last value
displayed in the DIC for each preference
is the saved value, and is saved
automatically.
Note: This resets the selected driver’s
personalization settings to the factory
default setting.

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DIC Messages: Many possible mes-
sages and warnings can be displayed to
alert the driver of open doors, drive sys-
tem conditions, convertible top and ton-
neau cover concerns, safety system
concerns, and more. See your Owner
Manual.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Convertible Top
The Convertible Top will not open or
close unless the Cargo Area Cover is
completely closed. Attempting to operate
the Convertible Top control while the
Cargo Area Cover is open or ajar will
cause the CARGO COVER AJAR mes-
sage to appear in the Driver Information
Center. If you determine that the Cargo
Area Cover is securely closed and the
Convertible Top still will not operate,
check for a blown fuse (see Owner
Manual, Section 5).
Convertible Top Operation: With the
key in RUN, place your foot on the
brake and press the convertible top
switch located on the console switch-
bank to operate the top.
TOP OPEN: Press and hold on
the switch to open the top. Windows
lower automatically when the top begins
to lower, and two chimes sound when
the top is fully open.
TOP CLOSED: Press and hold
on the switch to close the top. Two
chimes sound when the top is fully
closed. Continue to hold the switch to
close the windows.
In the event of a power loss, where a
fuse is not the cause, you may need to
raise the roof tonneau and convertible
top manually. Two people are required.
See your Owner Manual for full details.
Operating the Convertible Top in Cold
Weather: When operating the top in low
temperatures (below 32°F, 0°C), the
time needed to cycle the top will
increase. This may cause the top
movement to stop and the “Roof Cycle
Timeout” message to appear on the
DIC.
If this occurs, release the convertible top
switch and press it again to continue the
cycle. Make sure nothing is blocking the
path of the top before depressing the
switch again. It may be necessary to do
this several times to complete the cycle.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Note: Do not use the convertible top
switch for extended periods of time with
the ignition in the Accessory position to
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Cargo Area Cover
Opening the Cargo Area Cover
•Caution: To help avoid damage, the
convertible top must be fully open or
fully closed when opening the cargo
area cover.
• Press the button located on the left
side of the glove box, or use the
Remote Keyless Entry transmitter
( ) to release the cargo cover.
•From the rear edge, lift the Cargo
Area Cover. The cover will tilt open.
• If you wish, reach inside and release
and lower the tailgate using the han-
dle located in the center on the inside
of the tailgate.
Closing the Cargo Area Cover
Note that the cargo area is “airtight,”
which means you must follow these
steps to close the Cargo Area Cover:
• Make sure tailgate is partially open.
• Close the cargo area cover.
• Close and make sure the tailgate is
securely latched.
To open the cover manually, locate the
control box under the rear of the vehicle
on the driver side, behind the rear tire.
Insert the convertible top release tool
(from the glove box) and turn it to
activate the emergency release. To
remove the cargo cover, see your
Owner Manual for full details.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Air Bag Off Switch
A key-activated switch in the glove box
turns off the right-front passenger air
bag. Insert your ignition key into the
switch and turn it to the AIR BAG OFF
position. Turn the air bag back on by
pushing the key in and turning clockwise
to the ON position. An indicator light
located above the inside rearview mirror
will illuminate when the switch is turned
off. (Restrictions apply. See your Owner
Manual for full details.)
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

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The Traction Control System (TCS) is
designed to limit wheelspin when sens-
ing a loss of traction at one or both rear
wheels. Engine power is reduced and
the transmission may upshift to help
limit wheelspin.
The system is activated whenever the
engine is started. To turn it off, press the
button on the center console switchbank
marked “TC.”
When off, the Traction Control System’s
“OFF” telltale light will illuminate and
remain on.
See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.
Inflator Kit
An inflator kit is located behind the driv-
er’s seat. To use it, loosen the two nuts
holding the cover in place, remove the
cover and pull the kit out by its handle.
It contains emergency tire repair compo-
nents, as well as an air compressor that
plugs into the Accessory Power Outlet.
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
HomeLink®Transmitter
(if equipped)
Traction Control System
(if equipped) (Automatic
Transmission Only) You can program up to three channels
to automatically operate items such as
garage door openers and electric gates.
To program the HomeLink®
transmitter:
1. Press and hold the two outside
HomeLink®buttons located on the
bottom of the inside rearview mirror.
Release them only after about 20
seconds when the light flashes. Do
not repeat this step when program-
ming the second and third HomeLink®
buttons.
2. Hold your hand-held transmitter about
1 to 3 inches (3 to 8 cm) from
HomeLink®and simultaneously press
and hold the transmit button on the
transmitter and the desired
HomeLink®button. Continue to hold
both buttons until the indicator light
begins to flash rapidly (up to 90
seconds).
3. Press and hold the newly trained
HomeLink®button and observe the
indicator light. If the indicator stays on
constantly, programming is complete
and your device should activate when
the HomeLink®button is pressed.
To program “rolling code” devices, see
your Owner Manual.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

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Cupholders and Ashtray
A cupholder is located on the instrument
panel and a second removable one
slides onto either side of the center con-
sole. Open the cupholder in the instru-
ment panel by pushing in the center of
the cupholder door to release it outward.
To close it, push in the center of the
cupholder door near the top.
The ashtray is located in the center
instrument panel door. Open it by push-
ing the upper edge of the door until it
clicks and then release it to expose the
ashtray and cigarette lighter. There are
accessory power outlets on each side of
the ashtray.
See Sections 2 and 3 of your Owner Manual.
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
The battery of your SSR is located on
the rear underside of the vehicle. You do
not need access to the battery for jump
starting. There are remote positive (+)
and negative (–) terminals located under
the hood for this purpose.
The remote positive terminal is located
in the engine compartment on the pas-
senger’s side of the vehicle. The remote
negative terminal is in the engine com-
Cargo Compartment Trim
(if equipped)
In addition to a carpeted cargo area liner
and tailgate inside cover, the cargo com-
partment features seven bed strips, two
track covers, a light and a drop-down
storage bin.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
partment near the power steering fluid
reservoir. It is marked GND (–).
See Section 5 of your Owner Manual.
Note: Improper jump starting could
result in costly damage to your vehicle
that would not be covered by your
warranty. Be sure to follow all of the
steps in your Owner Manual to safely
and properly jump start your vehicle.

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Cargo Area Accessory Tracks
Four tracks are located in the cargo
area: two on the floor and two on the
sides that can be used to attach GM
accessories. These provide enhanced
utilization of your cargo area. (See your
dealer for full details.)
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
GM Accessories for Your SSR
Cargo Net System (if equipped)
The cargo net system attaches to the
side rails and tailgate to help secure
items in the cargo area. The cargo net
can be easily installed and removed as
needed. Refer to your Owner Manual for
installation and removal instructions.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Integrated Side-Saddle Storage
(if equipped)
The side-saddle storage system features
covered storage containers on either
side of the cargo area. Refer to your
Owner Manual for installation and
removal instructions.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
Towing Package (if equipped)
The SSR is compatible only with the
trailering hitch available from your deal-
er. It features a centering device, hand-
wheel, lock, ball rod and chain loop. The
ball is sold separately. Refer to your
Owner Manual for installation instruc-
tions and important trailering tips and
safety rules.
See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.

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Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Conditioning (A/C)
Antilock Brake System Warning Light
Battery Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light
Content Theft Deterrent
Cruise Control Set
Driver Information Center Trip
Information Button (on steering
wheel)
Driver Information Center Fuel
Information Button (on steering
wheel)
Driver Information Center
Personalization/Menu Button (on
steering wheel)
Driver Information Center Select
Button (on steering wheel)
Fog Lamps
Maximum Defrost
Recirculation
Vent
Bi-Level
Floor
Floor/Defog
Defrost
Headlamps
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check
Engine Soon)
Parking Lamps
Driver and Front Passenger Safety
Belt Reminder Light (if equipped)
Rear Window Defogger and Heated
Outside Mirrors
Traction Control Off Light
Top Open
Top Closed
Power Lumbar
Heated Seats (change icon to line art)
Cargo Area Cover
Power Window
Panic Button (on RKE)
Lock
Unlock
Windshield Wipers
Windshield Washer
Turn and Lane Change Signal
Change Engine Oil Light
Check Gauges Warning Light
Vehicle Symbols Glossary
Following are examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle. It is important to
become familiar with them, as they alert you to various vehicle operating conditions.

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Roadside Assistance
My GMLink
1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872)
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet
vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in
the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance pro-
gram. This value-added service is intended
to provide you with peace of mind as you
drive in the city or travel the open road.
Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance toll-free
number is staffed by a team of technically
trained advisors who are available 24 hours
a day, 365 days a year. The advisors can
provide minor repair information or make
arrangements to tow your vehicle to the
nearest Chevrolet dealer.
We will provide the following services for
3 years/36,000 miles (60,000 km), as a
courtesy to you:
• Fuel delivery
• Lockout service (identification required)
• Tow to nearest dealership for warranty
service
• Change a flat tire
• Jump starts
In many instances, mechanical failures are
covered under Chevrolet’s comprehensive
warranty. However, when other services are
utilized, our advisors will explain any pay-
ment obligations you might incur.
The Chevrolet Owner Center at My GMLink
is a complimentary service for Chevrolet
Owners, a one-stop resource to enhance
your Chevrolet ownership experience.
Exclusive member benefits include
online service reminders, vehicle mainte-
nance tips, online owner manual, special
privileges and more. Sign up today at
www.mygmlink.com
For prompt and efficient assistance when
calling, please provide the following infor-
mation to the advisor:
• Location of the vehicle
• Telephone number and your location
• Vehicle model, year and color
• Vehicle mileage
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Vehicle license plate number
Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services
or reimbursement to an owner or driver
when, in Chevrolet’s judgment, the claims
become excessive in frequency or type of
occurrence.
Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your Owner
Manual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available at
the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2004 by GM Corp.
All rights reserved.
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