HOLDEN RG COLORADO 2014 User guide

OWNER’S HANDBOOK
RG COLORADO
HOLDEN.COM.AURG COLORADO

GM Holden Ltd, ABN 84 006 893 232 (hereinafter Holden)
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Printed in Australia
Part No. 92271686
June 2014 (MY14 RG Colorado. Print 4)
© 2014 GM Holden Ltd
Reproduction in whole or part is prohibited
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ABN 84 006 893 232
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Contents 1
Introduction .................................... 2
In brief ............................................ 4
Keys, doors, and windows ........... 16
Seats, restraints ........................... 28
Storage ........................................47
Instruments and controls ............. 56
Lighting ........................................82
Infotainment system ..................... 89
Climate control ........................... 163
Driving and operating ................ 171
Vehicle care ............................... 206
Service and maintenance .......... 246
Technical data ............................ 248
Customer information ................ 254
Index ..........................................256
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2 Introduction
Introduction
We thank you for choosing Holden and want to
assure you of our continuing interest in your
driving pleasure and satisfaction.
This handbook applies to the current Colorado model.
Therefore, due to different models and options, you may
nd reference in this Handbook to some equipment
not tted to your own vehicle.
Please note that all information, illustrations and
specications in this Handbook are based on the latest
production information available at the time of printing.
Holden reserves the right to make changes at any time
without notice and without incurring any obligation.
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Introduction 3
Introduction
Your vehicle is a designed
combination of advanced technology,
safety, environmental friendliness and
economy.
This Owner’s Handbook provides
you with all the necessary
information to enable you to drive
your vehicle safely and efciently.
Make sure your passengers are
aware of the possible risk of accident
and injury which may result from
improper use of the vehicle.
Using this manual
• The In brief section will give you
an initial overview.
• The table of contents at the
beginning of this manual and
within each chapter shows where
the information is located.
• The index will enable you to
search for specic information.
• Directional data, e.g. left or right,
or front or back, always relate to
the direction of travel.
• Depending on the model variant,
integrated special equipment
and accessories, the scope of
equipment of your vehicle can
differ from the descriptions in this
Owner’s Handbook.
• The Bluetooth®word mark and
logo are registered trademarks
and are owned by the Bluetooth
SIG, Inc.
• iPod®is a registered trademark
of Apple Inc.
• ESP®is a registered trademark
of Daimler Chrysler AG.
Danger, warnings
and cautions
Danger
Text marked Danger provides
information on risk of fatal injury.
Disregarding this information may
endanger life.
Warning
Text marked Warning
provides information on risk of
accident or injury. Disregarding
this information may lead to injury.
Caution
Text marked Caution provides
information on possible damage
to the vehicle. Disregarding this
information may lead to vehicle
damage.
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4 In brief
In brief
Initial drive
information
Locking/unlocking
the vehicle
Remote keyless entry
The key operates all doors and the
ignition.
• Press conce to unlock the
driver’s door.
• Press ctwice to unlock all other
doors.
• Press eto lock the doors.
Central locking system, see page 18.
Seat adjustment
Seat positioning
1. Move the seat forwards or
backwards by lifting the handle at
the front and sliding the seat.
2. Release the handle to engage
the latch.
Seat adjustment, see page 29.
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In brief 5
Seat backrests
1. Recline the seatback by pulling
the lever.
2. Adjust the angle and release
the lever.
3. Allow the seat to engage.
Note
Do not lean on the seat when
adjusting.
Seat adjustment, see page 29.
Seat height
The vehicle may have seat height
adjustment.
• To lower the seat cushion, push
the lever down several times.
• To raise the seat cushion, pull
the lever up several times.
Seats adjustment, see page 29.
Power seat adjustment
Seat positioning
The vehicle may have power seat
adjustment.
• Move the seat forwards or
backwards by sliding the switch.
Seat adjustment, see page 29.
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6 In brief
Seat backrests
• Recline the seatback by sliding
the switch forwards or rearwards.
Seat adjustment, see page 29.
Seat height
• To lower the seat cushion, push
the switch downwards.
• To raise the seat cushion, pull
the switch upwards.
Seats adjustment, see page 29.
Head restraint adjustment
• To raise the head restraint, pull
the head restraint upwards.
• To lower the head restraint, press
the button and push the head
restraint downwards.
Head restraints, see page 28.
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In brief 7
Seat belts
1. Withdraw the belt from the reel.
2. Pull the metal tongue across
your body into the buckle, until it
clicks into place.
3. Tension the lap belt regularly
while driving by tugging the
shoulder belt.
Seat belts, see page 33.
Airbag system, see page 37.
Mirror adjustment
Interior mirrors
• To reduce headlamp glare from
following vehicles, push the lever
towards the front of the vehicle.
Interior mirrors, see page 24.
Exterior mirrors
The vehicle may have power mirrors.
L: Left side mirror selected
R: Right side mirror selected
●: No mirrors selected
To adjust an exterior mirror:
1. Push the switch to Lor R.
2. Press the directional switch to
adjust the angle of the mirror.
Exterior mirrors, see page 23.
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8 In brief
Steering wheel
adjustment
The vehicle may have steering
wheel adjustment.
1. To unlock, move the lever down.
2. Adjust the steering wheel.
3. To lock, move the lever up.
4. Ensure the steering wheel is
locked in position before driving.
Steering wheel adjustment, see
page 56.
Ignition positions, see page 174.
Airbag system, see page 37.
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In brief 9
Instrument panel overview 1 Exterior lamp control...................... 82
2 Side air vents...............................169
3 Steering wheel controls
(cruise control).............................191
4 Turn signals, headlamp ash,
low beam and high beam ..............82
5 Warning light, gauges
and indicators................................60
6 Horn...............................................57
Driver’s airbag ...............................37
7 Driver Information Centre (DIC).....69
8 Steering wheel controls (audio).....56
9 Windscreen wiper, windscreen
washer system...............................57
10 Central air vents ..........................169
11 Infotainment system ......................89
12 Hazard warning ashers................83
13 Instrument panel storage
compartment..................................47
14 Passenger airbag ..........................37
15 Cup holder and storage.................49
16 Glove box ......................................49
Instrument panel storage...............47
17 Shift lever, manual transmission.. 181
18 Power outlets.................................59
19 Traction control system off...........187
Electronic stability control off .......188
20 Shift lever, automatic
transmission ................................177
21 Steering wheel adjustment ............56
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10 In brief
Exterior lighting
O(OFF): Rotate to turn all lamps
and lights off.
8(Park lamps): Turns on the park
lamps, number plate lamps and
instrument panel lights.
9(Headlamps): Turns on the
headlamps and all park lamps.
>(Fog lamps): Press to turn the
front fog lamps on or off, when the
park lamps or headlamps are on,
while the ignition is on.
Exterior lighting, see page 82.
High/low beam
• To ash the headlamps, pull the
lever.
• To switch from low to high beam,
push the lever.
• To switch to low beam, push
again or pull the lever.
Exterior lighting, see page 82.
22 Clutch pedal.................................181
23 Brake pedal .................................185
24 Accelerator pedal ........................171
25 Bonnet release lever ................... 208
26 Instrument panel fuse box
(behind storage compartment) ....228
27 Fuel tank door release lever........198
28 Ignition switch/lock.......................174
29 Climate control.............................163
30 Descent Control System (DCS)... 190
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In brief 11
Hazard warning ashers
• Press ¨to turn the hazard
warning asher on or off, when
the ignition is in any position.
Exterior lighting, see page 82.
Turn and lane-change
signals
• Push the lever in the direction
the steering wheel is turned.
• A green arrow on the instrument
panel ashes when the lamps
are in operation.
Exterior lighting, see page 82.
Horn
Press j.
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12 In brief
Washer and wiper
systems
Windscreen wiper
O: Off
P: Intermittent operation
1: Continuous wipe, slow speed
2: Continuous wipe, fast speed
For a single wipe when the
windscreen wipers are off, lightly
move the lever up and release it.
Windscreen wiper/washer, see
page 57.
Windscreen washer
• Pull the lever rearwards to wash
the windscreen.
Washer uid is sprayed onto
the windscreen and the wipers
operate.
Windscreen wiper/washer, see
page 57.
Washer uid, see page 216.
Climate control
The climate control panel is located
in the centre of the instrument panel.
Climate control, see page 163.
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In brief 13
Transmission
Manual transmission
• When shifting from one gear to
another, push the clutch pedal to
the oor.
• Do not engage reverse gear
while the vehicle is still moving.
• Pause between pressing the
clutch pedal and moving into
reverse gear.
Manual transmission, see page 181.
Automatic transmission
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive
The shift lever can only be moved
out of Pwhen the ignition is on and
the brake pedal is applied.
To engage Por R, push the release
button on the front of the shift lever.
Manual mode: Move the shift lever
to position D, then push to the left.
+: higher gear
–: lower gear
Automatic transmission, see
page 177.
Four-wheel drive, see page 181.
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14 In brief
Starting off
Check before starting
• Check that windows, mirrors and
lamps are clean.
• Visually check tyre ination.
Check the tyre pressures weekly.
• Ensure that all doors are closed
and secured.
• Position your seat for
comfortable driving.
• Adjust rear view mirrors.
• Fasten seat belts.
• Check that the warning indicators
illuminate when turning the
ignition on.
Warning lights, gauges and
indicators, see page 60.
Driving and operating, see
page 171.
Starting the engine
Warning
Do not turn the engine off while
the vehicle is moving as there
will not be any power assist for
brakes or steering.
Never remove the key while the
vehicle is moving, as this will lock
the steering.
0: (LOCK) The key can only be
inserted and removed from this
position.
1: (ACC) When the key is in this
position, the audio system operates.
2: (ON) Turn the key to this position
for preheating, until !goes out.
When the key is in this position,
the engine is ready to start and all
electrical systems are active.
Do not leave the switch in this
position for a long time, unless the
engine is running, otherwise the
vehicle’s battery will discharge.
3: (START) Turn the key to this
position and release when the
engine is running.
Ignition positions, see page 174.
Manual transmission, see page 181.
Automatic transmission, see
page 177.
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In brief 15
Parking
1. Apply the park brake.
2. Automatic transmission: Select
position P.
Manual transmission: If facing
uphill or on at ground, select
1st gear. If facing downhill, select
reverse gear.
3. Shut all windows.
4. Keep the engine running for
about 1 to 2 minutes to protect
the turbocharger.
Turn the ignition off and remove
the key.
5. Press eon the key to lock all
doors.
Driving and operating, see page 171.
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16 Keys, doors and windows
Keys, doors
and windows
Keys and locks ............................16
Doors............................................19
Vehicle security.............................21
Exterior mirrors.............................23
Interior mirrors..............................24
Windows.......................................25
Keys and locks
Keys
The key operates all doors and the
ignition.
• Press conce to unlock the
driver’s door.
• Press ctwice to unlock all other
doors.
The hazard lamps ash twice.
• Press eto lock the doors.
The hazard lamps ash once.
See Central locking system on
page 18.
See Tailgate on page 21.
Foldaway key blade
1. Press button to extend the key
blade.
2. To retract the key blade, press
the button and fold the blade into
the key.
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Keys, doors and windows 17
About the keys
• The remote control has a range
of up to 20 metres.
• The range depends on
the charge of the key battery,
on ambient conditions, the key’s
location and the area between
them.
• Take care that no button
is pressed unintentionally,
especially when the vehicle is out
of sight.
• Protect from moisture and high
temperatures.
The key buttons may not work if:
• More than 20 metres from the
vehicle.
• Battery voltage is too low.
See Battery replacement on
page 17.
• The key buttons are operated
repeatedly while not in range of
the vehicle.
• The central locking system is
operated at frequent intervals.
• The power supply is interrupted
for a short time.
• The vehicle is parked near strong
radio activity.
Replacement keys
If a key is lost, a replacement can
be ordered through any Holden
Dealer by quoting the key code
number. The number is printed on a
detachable tag supplied with the key.
Radio remote control
Battery replacement
As soon as the range of the remote
control reduces, replace the battery:
Replace battery in remote key is
also displayed on the instrument
panel when the battery requires
replacing.
Use CR2032 (or equivalent) battery.
1. Open the cover.
2. Remove the used battery.
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18 Keys, doors and windows
3. Install the new battery.
Place the negative side (-) down
towards the base.
4. Close the cover.
5. Check the key operation.
Note
• Batteries do not belong in
household waste. Dispose of
at an appropriate recycling
collection point.
• Avoid dropping the transmitter.
• Do not place heavy objects on
the transmitter.
• Keep the transmitter away from
water and direct sunlight.
If the transmitter gets wet, wipe it
with a soft cloth.
Caution
Avoid touching the at surfaces
of the battery, the circuit board
and other components inside the
remote control with bare ngers.
Handling will shorten battery life.
Central locking system
Doors may be locked and unlocked
by pressing buttons on:
• The driver’s door
• The key from inside or outside
the vehicle
Note
• The driver’s door must be closed
for the driver’s door to lock.
• Pulling on an interior door handle
will not unlock a door unless an
unlock button has been pressed.
The vehicle may have features that
can have customised settings. See
Vehicle personalisation on page 79.
Central locking button
Locks and unlocks all doors.
• To lock, press mon the front
section of the switch.
• To unlock, press mon the rear
section of the switch.
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