Chevrolet 2015 VOLT User manual

Congratulations on your new Chevrolet Volt.
It’s an amazing vehicle, and we’re sure you’re eager to get behind the wheel and see what it can do.
For a quick introduction to the Volt, review this guide. It provides the basic information needed to charge
it, start it, and hit the road. Complete details can be found in your Owner Manual.
If you have any questions or would like more information about your Volt, contact a Volt Customer
Advisor at 1-877-4-VOLT-INFO (1-877-486-5846).
www.chevrolet.com/volt

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Driver
Information
Center Controls
Instrument Panel
Illumination
Control
Turn Signal Lever/
Pedestrian-Friendly
Alert Button/Exterior
Lamps Control
Audio
Steering
Wheel
Controls
Cruise
Control
Fuel Door
Release
INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTROLS
Brake System
Safety Belt Reminder
REAR Seat Safety
Belt Reminder
Airbag Readiness
High Beam
Headlamps
Engine Oil Pressure
12V Charging System
Forward Collision Alert
Lane Departure Warning
Engine Coolant
Temperature
Security
Service Electric Parking
Brake
PARK
Electric Parking
Brake Set
Cruise Control
Door, Hood or
Hatch Open
Low Fuel
Antilock Brake System
Lights On Reminder
Instrument
Cluster/Driver
Information
Center
Windshield
Wipers
Lever
Power Mirror Controls/
Power Window/Rear
Door Safety Lock
Tilt/Telescopic
Steering
Wheel Lever

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Refer to your Owner Manual to learn about the
information being relayed by the lights, gauges
and indicators of the instrument cluster.
See In Brief in your Owner Manual.
Climate
Control
Screen
Climate/
Fan
Controls
Leaf/Drive
Mode
Power Infotainment
System
Passenger’s
Heated Seat
INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTROLS
Charging
Status
Indicator
Driver’s
Heated
Seat
Hazard
Warning
Flashers
Electric Parking
Brake
Light
Sensor
Power Door
Lock/Unlock
Disc
Eject
Low Tire Pressure
StabiliTrak/Traction Control
Traction Control Off
StabiliTrak Off
Check Engine
READ
Y
Vehicle Ready

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GETTING STARTED
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
The RKE transmitter performs several remote functions and must be in the vehicle to
operate the Volt.
Keyless Access
With the RKE transmitter within 3 ft. (1 m)
of the door, press the chrome button on
the door handle to unlock the door. Press
it again within ve seconds to unlock all
doors.
Key Release
Press the top button
to extend the key,
which can be used
for all locks.
Unlock
Press to unlock
the driver’s door.
Press again to
unlock all doors.
Press and hold
to open all win-
dows from out-
side the vehicle.
Lock
Press to lock all doors.
Change Charge Mode
Press and hold to override a delayed
charging event and begin charging
immediately.
Remote Start
Press the Lock button and then press
and hold the button until the turn signal
lamps ash to start the vehicle and condi-
tion the passenger cabin temperature
from outside. The heating or air condition-
ing system and rear window defogger (if
needed) will turn on. Depending on
conditions and vehicle personalization
settings, the engine may start.
After entering the vehicle, press
the brake pedal and then press the
POWER button before driving.
Note:
• Press and hold the Remote Start
button until the parking lamps turn off to
cancel a remote start.
• Only two remote starts are allowed
between ignition cycles.
• It’s RECOMMENDED to use this feature
when the vehicle is plugged in to allow
energy from the wall outlet to assist
in getting the cabin to a comfortable
temperature and to leave more battery
energy for driving.
Panic Alarm
Press and release to locate the vehicle.
Press and hold for three seconds to sound
the panic alarm.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.

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GETTING STARTED
POWER Button
The Volt features an electronic push-button start. The POWER button ashes 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.
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:
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.
• Propulsion battery charge is low
• Propulsion battery temperature is hot or cold
• Cold ambient temperatures (depending on
engine-assisted heating options; see Vehicle
Personalization on page 11)
• Hood is open
• Engine and Fuel Maintenance Modes
(occur only if the engine has had
very limited operation over a long
period)
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.
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.
A
B
C
D

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ELECTRIC AND EXTENDED-RANGE MODES
Volt is an electric vehicle with extended range capability. Plug it in, let it charge overnight,
and it’s ready to run on a pure electric charge — gas- and tailpipe emissions-free. After that,
Volt keeps going, even if you can’t plug it in. Volt uses a range-extending gas engine that
produces enough energy to power it for hundreds of miles on a single tank of gas.
Electric Mode
In Electric Mode, the Volt will not use gasoline or produce tailpipe emissions unless in
extreme temperatures. During this primary mode, the Volt is powered by electrical energy
stored in its propulsion battery. It can operate in this mode until the battery is depleted to a
predetermined level.
Electric range is affected by colder outside temperatures. During colder months, the energy
needed to warm the vehicle’s cabin and propulsion battery can cause the vehicle’s electric
range to decline. See Driving for Better Energy Efciency in the Driving and Operating sec-
tion of your Owner Manual.
Extended-Range Mode
Once the electric charge is depleted, the range-extending gas engine will start to gener-
ate enough power to continue driving the vehicle. The engine ensures that you will not be
stranded by a depleted battery. The vehicle determines when the engine needs to run.
Engine speed will vary, depending on driving conditions, to optimize efciency. The engine
will not fully charge the propulsion battery. The vehicle must be plugged in to recharge.
Total Vehicle Range
Total vehicle range is based on the available combined electric and extended range. The
displayed electric and fuel ranges are projections based on past vehicle performance and
charge/fuel level. The displayed ranges will change based on driving style, outside tem-
perature and climate settings.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
PARKING
Electric Parking Brake
To apply the parking brake, pull the
PARK
Parking Brake switch by the shift lever.
To release the parking brake, with the ignition in the ON or Accessory position, press
the brake pedal and press the
PARK
Parking Brake switch.
Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Low Ground Clearance
The low ground clearance of the Volt aids in the
aerodynamic efciency of the vehicle. As a result,
the exible air deector under the front fascia
(bumper) may contact a parking block or curb if
the vehicle is parked too closely. Use care when
parking to avoid damage.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner Manual.

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
The instrument cluster features
a recongurable 7-inch LCD
screen that displays a variety
of operating information.
The Simple Conguration
displays basic information for
Electric Mode and Extended-
Range Mode operation.
The Enhanced Conguration
displays an additional driver
efciency gauge. (Not avail-
able in Mountain or Hold drive
mode.)
Driver Information Center
Use the Driver Information Center controls on the left side of the instrument panel to
change the instrument cluster display and access the menus.
CONFIG
Press to select the Simple or Enhanced
instrument cluster display conguration.
SELECT
Turn the knob to scroll through the menus.
Press it to select a highlighted item.
BACK
Press to move back or exit a menu.
Simple Conguration shown
Enhanced Conguration shown
Cluster Tutorial
To view a tutorial about the unique
features of the instrument cluster, with
the vehicle in Park, turn the SELECT
knob until Tutorial Mode is high-
lighted. Press the knob to select it.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner Manual.

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Electric Mode Display
The propulsion battery gauge and electric
range estimate are in color and displayed
in the foreground when the vehicle is
operating in Electric Mode. The fuel gauge
is grayed out.
Enhanced Conguration shown
The fuel gauge and fuel range estimate are
in color and displayed in the foreground
when the vehicle is operating in Extended-
Range Mode. The propulsion battery gauge
is grayed out.
Enhanced Conguration shown
Extended-Range Mode Display
The Total Range indicator displays the
total distance that can be driven, based
on available electric and extended range
projections.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner Manual.
Total Vehicle Range

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EFFICIENCY
Driving Style
Your driving style plays a large role in the efciency of the vehicle. Avoid rapid acceleration
or deceleration to help maximize energy efciency and range. Electric range is maximized at
50 mph and below; higher speeds use more energy and signicantly reduce range.
Press the CONFIG button to select
the Enhanced Conguration of the
instrument cluster to display the
efciency gauge.
While driving, try to keep the spinning ball
in the Efciency Gauge green and in the
center of the gauge. The ball will turn yel-
low and move up or down during inefcient
acceleration or aggressive braking.
Efciency Gauge
Driver-Selected Operating Modes
Climate Settings
Optimal efciency is achieved with the heat, air conditioning and fan turned off. If using the
climate mode settings, the most efcient operation is in the following order:
• FAN ONLY – electric cabin heating/cooling is off
• ECO – limits cabin heating/cooling to balance comfort with energy use
• COMFORT – provides the most cabin heating/cooling but uses the most energy
Use the heated seats (if equipped) to reduce the demand on the cabin heating system.
Heating the seats uses less energy than heating the vehicle interior.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Press the DRIVE MODE button on the
center stack to scroll through a menu of
operating modes when more perfor-
mance is needed. After three seconds,
the highlighted mode will become active.
Normal (Default): Use in normal driving
conditions for efcient operation; is active
each time the vehicle is started.
Sport: Use when more responsive accel-
eration is desired; may reduce efciency.
Mountain: Use when planning to drive in
mountainous terrain (long grades of 5% or
higher); reserves battery power to maintain
higher speeds on steep grades.
Hold: Use to preserve electric range for
later use. Range-extending operation will
engage.

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EFFICIENCY
Center Stack Information Displays
The center stack touch screen displays Power Flow, Charging and Energy Information.
Press the Leaf button on the center
stack and then touch the desired tab at
the top of the screen to display the
desired information.
Power Flow
The Power Flow screens show the power
ow between the propulsion battery, elec-
tric drive unit and engine. Each component
is highlighted when it is active.
Charging
The Charging screens show the charge
mode status. The vehicle has three
programmable charge modes:
• Immediately upon plug-in
• Delayed based on departure time
• Delayed based on electric rates and
departure time
Charge Complete times are estimates and
most accurate at moderate temperatures.
The charging level can be programmed
using the Level screen button (see
Charging on page 13).
Energy Information
The Energy Info screens show the energy
use (Electric Mode and Extended-Range
Mode) since the last time the vehicle was
fully recharged, energy efciency over
the last drive cycle, and efciency tips to
improve energy use.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner Manual.
Power Flow screen
Charging screen
Energy Info screens