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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011
2011 Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-1
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-39
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-42
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-21
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-18
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-30
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-36
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-38
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-46
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-60
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-35

Summary of content (404 pages)

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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual M In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4 Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1 Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual M Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40 Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91 Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . 11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Introduction The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, CAMARO, and the CAMARO Emblem are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. Litho in U.S.A. Part No.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 iv Black plate (4,1) Introduction Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. { WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio®Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar $ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 vi Black plate (6,1) Introduction 2 NOTES
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) In Brief In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trunk Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel Black plate (2,1)
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8‑3. B. Driver Shift Controls (If Equipped). See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑30. C. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑7. G. Data Link Connector (DLC). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑16. H. Cruise Control on page 9‑44. I. D. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑3. F. N. Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1. O. Transmission Temperature Gauge on page 5‑12. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-4 Black plate (4,1) In Brief Initial Drive Information Press Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑39. This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. Press and hold trunk. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) In Brief Remote Vehicle Start With this feature the engine can be started from outside of the vehicle. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once. Starting the Vehicle Canceling a Remote Start 1. Aim the remote keyless entry transmitter at the vehicle. To cancel a remote start: 2. Press .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-6 Black plate (6,1) In Brief Trunk Release Power Seats The trunk may be opened by pressing the remote trunk release button located on the lower portion of the driver door or V on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Trunk on page 2‑8 for more information. To adjust the seat: 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to be sure it is locked in place. See Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 for more information. .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) In Brief Heated Seats Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings and to turn the heated seat feature off. 1-7 Safety Belt See Heated Front Seats on page 3‑6 for more information. Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. If available, press the heated seat. L or M to turn on The engine must be running for the heated seats to work.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-8 Black plate (8,1) In Brief Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑31 for more information. Mirror Adjustment United States Exterior To adjust each mirror: 1. Press the switch to select the driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press one of the four sides on the i (control pad) to adjust the mirror. 3.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) In Brief Steering Wheel Adjustment Interior Lighting 1-9 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamp buttons are located in the overhead console. To change the settings, press the following: ( : Turns the lamp off, even when a door is open. 1 : Turns the lamp on automatically when a door is opened. ': To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever (A) down. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. 3.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-10 Black plate (10,1) In Brief AUTO : Use to automatically turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license plate lamps, and instrument panel lights. Windshield Wiper/Washer The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the inboard side of the steering column. ; : Use to turn on the parking lamps together with the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel lights.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) In Brief Climate Controls Transmission The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Automatic Transmission A. Fan Control F. B. Heated Seats G. Rear Window Defogger C. Temperature Control H. Recirculation D. Air Delivery Mode Controls See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1. E.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-12 Black plate (12,1) In Brief Manual Transmission One to Four Shift Message Vehicle Features Radio(s) VOL/ O : Press to turn the system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the volume. RADIO/BAND: Press to choose between FM, AM, or XM™, if equipped. MENU/SELECT: Turn to select radio stations. Driver Information Center When this message comes on, you can only shift from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth) instead of 1 (First) to 2 (Second).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) In Brief 5. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the next value. 6. To save the time or date and return to the Time and Date Settings menu, press the 0 BACK button at any time or press the MENU/SELECT knob after adjusting the minutes. Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Time and Date Settings. 3. Highlight 12/24 Hour Format. 4. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the 12 hour or 24 hour display format.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-14 Black plate (14,1) In Brief See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑21 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑23 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑27. Steering Wheel Controls b g : Press to interact with the available Bluetooth or OnStar systems. Cruise Control $ c : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with OnStar or Bluetooth systems, press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) In Brief Vehicle Personalization RES/+ : Move the thumbwheel up to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate to a higher speed. SET/− : Move the thumbwheel down to set a speed or to make the vehicle decelerate. See Cruise Control on page 9‑44. Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located in the center of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-16 Black plate (16,1) In Brief Ultrasonic Parking Assist Power Outlets Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to detect objects while parking the vehicle. It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audio beeps to provide distance and system information. The vehicle has two accessory power outlets; one is located below the climate control system and the other is inside the center storage console.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) In Brief The sunroof switches are on the overhead console. Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. . Open/Close: Press and hold the rear or front of the switch to open or close the sunroof. Express-open: Press and release the rear of the switch two times to express-open the sunroof.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-18 Black plate (18,1) In Brief Towing The vehicle was neither designed nor intended to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground. See Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑91 and Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑91. Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). Limits on page 9‑14. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) In Brief Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. . Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size. . Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Roadside Assistance Program . Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops. U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-20 Black plate (20,1) In Brief OnStar® How OnStar Service Works Q : Push this blue button to connect to a specially trained OnStar advisor to verify your account information and to answer questions. For vehicles with an active OnStar subscription, OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) In Brief OnStar service can’t work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar's service. Service involving location information about your vehicle can’t work unless GPS signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with the OnStar hardware.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 1-22 Black plate (22,1) In Brief 2 NOTES
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Keys, Doors and Windows Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . Keys and Locks Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 2-2 Black plate (2,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys { WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The following may be available: See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑19 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will work up to 20 m (65 ft) away from the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 2-4 Black plate (4,1) Keys, Doors and Windows The turn signal indicators may flash and/or the horn may sound to indicate unlocking. See “Unlock Feedback” under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑39. Pressing K will disarm the theft-deterrent system. See Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 2‑10. V (Remote Trunk Release): Press and hold to unlock the trunk. 7 (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release one time to locate the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Vehicle Start Your vehicle may have this feature which allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle. / (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will be on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start. During a remote start the climate control system will turn on with the fan speed, air delivery mode, and temperature settings that the system was set to when the vehicle was last turned off.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 2-6 Black plate (6,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Shutting the Engine Off After a Remote Start . The oil pressure is low. . Two remote vehicle starts have already been used. . The vehicle is not in P (Park). To shut off the engine: . Press / until the parking lamps turn off. . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. . Insert the key and turn it to ON/RUN and then back to LOCK/OFF.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Manual Door Locks Lock the doors from inside the vehicle by pressing down the button on the top of the door. The doors can also be unlocked from the inside by pulling the door handle. Pulling the door handle again unlatches the door. Unlock the door from the outside by turning the key counterclockwise. Lock all doors from the outside by turning the key clockwise.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 2-8 Black plate (8,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Lockout Protection If the power door lock switch is pressed when the key is in the ignition and a door is open, all the doors will lock and only the driver door will unlock. If the doors are closed, they can be locked by using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Be sure to remove the key from the ignition when locking the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Remote Trunk Release To open the trunk from the outside the vehicle, press the V button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. From inside the vehicle, press the V button located on the driver door. 2-9 Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 2-10 Black plate (10,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Vehicle Security Arming the System This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal. To arm the system, press RKE transmitter. Anti-Theft Alarm System This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm system. Q on the The alarm automatically arms after about 30 seconds. The security light, located on the instrument panel, flashes.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Keys, Doors and Windows How to Detect a Tamper Condition If the horn sounds and the turn signal lamps flash three times when K is pressed, an attempted break-in has occurred while the system was armed. The vehicle may also display a message on the DIC. See Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages on page 5‑36 for more information.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 2-12 Black plate (12,1) Keys, Doors and Windows If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. If the engine still does not start and the light continues to stay on, try another key. If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be damaged. See your dealer who can service the theft-deterrent system and have a new key made.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: < (Rear Window Defogger): Press to heat the mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1 for more information. Automatic Dimming Mirror If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic dimming outside mirror on the driver side, the mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 2-14 Black plate (14,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Windows Power Windows { WARNING Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Window Indexing Express Window Operation This automatically lowers the window a small amount when the door is opened. When the door is closed, the window will raise fully. The front window switches have an express-up or down feature that lowers or raises the window without holding the switch. Pull the switch up or press it down all the way and release it. Stop the window by pressing or pulling the switch.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 2-16 Black plate (16,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Programming the Power Windows 3. Pull the power window switch up until the window is fully closed. Roof If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged, disconnected, or is not working, you will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. 4.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Keys, Doors and Windows Express Sunroof Operation 2-17 express-open the sunroof. To stop the sunroof from opening, press the switch again. A deflector automatically raises when the sunroof is opened and retracts while the sunroof closes. If the sunshade is closed, it opens automatically when the sunroof opens past the vented position. The sunroof can be opened without holding the switch down.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 2-18 Black plate (18,1) Keys, Doors and Windows 2 NOTES
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Safety Belts Head Restraints Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Front Seats Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . Seatback Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heated Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 3-4 3-4 3-6 3-6 Rear Seats Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Safety Belts . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-2 Black plate (2,1) Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Child Restraint Systems . . . . . Where to Put the Restraint . . . Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash . . . . . . . . . Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Seats and Restraints 3-3 Front Seats Seat Adjustment { WARNING Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the restraint down. Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The vehicle's head restraints are not designed to be removed.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-4 Black plate (4,1) Seats and Restraints Seat Height Adjustment Power Seat Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks Power Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING To manually raise or lower the seat, move the lever repeatedly upward or downward. . Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the control forward or rearward. . Move the whole seat up or down by moving the control up or down. . Tilt the seat by turning the control forward or rearward.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. To adjust the seatback: . Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. . Tilt the top of the control forward to raise. 3-5 WARNING (Continued) For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-6 Black plate (6,1) Seats and Restraints Seatback Latches { WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. To access the rear seats pull up on the latch on the rear of the driver or front passenger seatback. Fold the seatback forward. Lift the seatback to return it to the upright position.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Seats and Restraints Rear Seats The rear seat has two designated seating positions and can be folded for more cargo space. Fold only when the vehicle is parked. To fold the seatback down: If available, press the heated seat. L or M to turn on { WARNING A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-8 Black plate (8,1) Seats and Restraints Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. { WARNING Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, the injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Seats and Restraints 3-9 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-10 Black plate (10,1) Seats and Restraints The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Seats and Restraints Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. And you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you are upside down.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-12 Black plate (12,1) Seats and Restraints First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safety belt, there is important information you should know. worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING Q: What is wrong with this? You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body. 3-13 { WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-14 Black plate (14,1) Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING Q: What is wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong buckle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING Q: What is wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-16 Black plate (16,1) Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? A: The belt is behind the body. { WARNING You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Seats and Restraints Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. 2. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. 1.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-18 Black plate (18,1) Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Seats and Restraints Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head. 3-19 There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 2.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-20 Black plate (20,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender To remove and store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide. Slide the guide onto the clip, leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed. If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. Properly secure the guide before folding the seatback.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-22 Black plate (22,1) Seats and Restraints Safety System Check Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Seats and Restraints After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced. Airbag System New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-24 Black plate (24,1) Seats and Restraints Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { WARNING You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to deploy in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are your only restraint.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (25,1) Seats and Restraints 3-25 Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑14 for more information. The driver frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-26 Black plate (26,1) Seats and Restraints WARNING (Continued) that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (27,1) Seats and Restraints When Should an Airbag Inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver's or right front passenger's head and chest. However, they are only designed to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-28 Black plate (28,1) Seats and Restraints Your vehicle has seat-mounted side impact airbags. Your vehicle may or may not have roof-rail airbags. See Airbag System on page 3‑23. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags are intended to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes. In addition, these roof‐rail airbags are intended to inflate in a severe frontal impact.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (29,1) Seats and Restraints How Does an Airbag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-30 Black plate (30,1) Seats and Restraints off the fuel system after the airbags inflate. You can lock the doors, turn the interior lamps off, and turn the hazard warning flashers off by using the controls for those features. { WARNING A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle, such as the fuel system, brake and steering systems, etc.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (31,1) Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing System The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. United States Canada and Mexico The words ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, will be visible during the system check.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-32 Black plate (32,1) Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys. deploy under some unusual circumstance, even though the airbag is turned off. { WARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (33,1) Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on (may inflate) the right front passenger frontal airbag any time the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger seat. When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled, the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-34 Black plate (34,1) Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion. If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (35,1) Seats and Restraints Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking, which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status. See “Safety Belts” and “Child Restraints” in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-36 Black plate (36,1) Seats and Restraints Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13‑15.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (37,1) Seats and Restraints This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑31. If you have questions, call Customer Assistance. The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-38 Black plate (38,1) Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System Parts After a Crash { WARNING A crash can damage the airbag systems in your vehicle. A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger(s) in a crash, resulting in serious injury or even death. To help make sure your airbag systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (39,1) Seats and Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below: . . Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-40 Black plate (40,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING WARNING (Continued) Never do this. might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. Never allow two children to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt can not properly spread the impact forces.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (41,1) Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-42 Black plate (42,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (43,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING { WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash, infants need complete support. This is because an infant's neck is not fully developed and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing child restraint settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant's body, the back and shoulders.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-44 Black plate (44,1) Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle { WARNING (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat A forward-facing child seat (B) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness. (C) Booster Seats A booster seat (C) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (45,1) Seats and Restraints Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑47 for more information. Children can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-46 Black plate (46,1) Seats and Restraints A label on the sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys. { WARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (47,1) Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-48 Black plate (48,1) Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (49,1) Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-50 Black plate (50,1) Seats and Restraints Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System { WARNING If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (51,1) Seats and Restraints Do not fold the empty rear seat with a safety belt buckled. This could damage the safety belt or the seat. Unbuckle and return the safety belt to its stowed position, before folding the seat. 1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-52 Black plate (52,1) Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash { WARNING If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. 3. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (53,1) Seats and Restraints 3-53 If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. If more than one child restraint needs to be installed in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 3‑45. 1.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-54 Black plate (54,1) Seats and Restraints 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (55,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING WARNING (Continued) A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-56 Black plate (56,1) Seats and Restraints 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. If the seat has a safety belt guide, remove the safety belt from the guide by unsnapping the guide on the seat. Do not secure the child restraint with the safety belt routed through the guide. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (57,1) Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. 6.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 3-58 Black plate (58,1) Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Storage Storage Storage Compartments Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 Center Console Storage . . . . . . 4-1 Additional Storage Features Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 4-1 Storage Compartments Additional Storage Features Glove Box Convenience Net Open the glove box by lifting up on the lever. Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 4-2 Black plate (2,1) Storage 2 NOTES
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 5-2 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-3 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-2 Black plate (2,1) Instruments and Controls Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service Vehicle Messages . . . Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transmission Messages . . . . . Vehicle Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . Window Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36 5-36 5-37 5-37 Controls 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Instruments and Controls b g (Push to Talk): For vehicles with a Bluetooth® or OnStar®, press to interact with those systems. See Bluetooth (Overview) on page 7‑21 or Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) on page 7‑23 or Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) on page 7‑27 or the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. $ c (Mute/End Call): Press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-4 Black plate (4,1) Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer: Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield. The spray continues until the lever is released. The wipers will run a few times. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑26 for information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir. { WARNING In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Instruments and Controls Clock The infotainment system controls are used to access the time and date settings through the menu system. See Operation on page 7‑3 for information about how to use the menu system. 6. To save the time or date and return to the Time and Date Settings menu, press the 0 BACK button at any time or press the MENU/SELECT knob after adjusting the minutes or year. Setting the Time and Date Setting the 12/24 Hour Format 1.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-6 Black plate (6,1) Instruments and Controls Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload vehicle and adapter fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your dealer. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9‑60.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission Shown, Metric and Manual Similar 5-7
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-8 Black plate (8,1) Instruments and Controls Speedometer Trip Odometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero. Odometer Set the odometer using the Driver Information Center (DIC). The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge shows about how much fuel the vehicle has left in the fuel tank. An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel door is located. The gauge indicates empty before the vehicle is out of fuel, to show that the vehicle's fuel tank should be filled soon. When the fuel tank is low on fuel, a FUEL LEVEL LOW message will appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-10 Black plate (10,1) Instruments and Controls in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Engine Oil Messages on page 5‑33 and Engine Oil on page 10‑10 for more information. Engine Oil Temperature Gauge { WARNING Metric For vehicles with the oil pressure gauge, it is located in front of the shifter, and shows the engine oil pressure in kPa (kilopascals) or psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Instruments and Controls 5-11 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Metric For vehicle with this gauge, it is located in front of the shifter, and shows the engine oil temperature. If the gauge pointer moves into the red area, it means that the engine oil has overheated. If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-12 Black plate (12,1) Instruments and Controls soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 10‑23 for more information. stopped and the cause checked. One possible cause is a low fluid level in the transmission. Transmission Temperature Gauge For information on the DIC messages see Transmission Messages on page 5‑37.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Instruments and Controls Voltmeter Gauge Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range. Readings in the low warning zone can occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. English Shown, Metric Similar For vehicles with this gauge, it is located in front of the shifter, and shows the battery's state of charge in DC volts.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-14 Black plate (14,1) Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light The passenger safety belt reminder light is located on the overhead console. When the engine is started, this light and the chime come on and stay on for several seconds to remind the passenger to fasten their safety belt. The light also begins to flash. This cycle repeats if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is moving.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑31 for important safety information. The overhead console has a passenger airbag status indicator. United States Canada and Mexico When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several seconds as a system check.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-16 Black plate (16,1) Instruments and Controls Charging System Light If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Malfunction Indicator Lamp The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show the light is working. It should go out when the engine is started.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Instruments and Controls Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-18 . Black plate (18,1) Instruments and Controls Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and may cause: stalling after start-up, stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Instruments and Controls Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working If the warning light comes on, there is a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-20 Black plate (20,1) Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light system. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady. If the ABS light is the only light on, the vehicle has regular brakes, but the antilock brakes are not functioning. This light comes on briefly when the engine is started.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Instruments and Controls Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light The StabiliTrak system or the Traction Control System (TCS) indicator/warning light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light will then go off.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-22 Black plate (22,1) Instruments and Controls When the Light is On Steady Engine Oil Pressure Light This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated. { WARNING A tire pressure message can accompany the light. See Tire Messages on page 5‑37 for more information. Stop as soon as possible, and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information Label. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑55 for more information.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Instruments and Controls 5-23 Immobilizer Light Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light The immobilizer light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light turns off. The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. This light is white when the cruise control is set and will be green when the system is active.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-24 Black plate (24,1) Instruments and Controls Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The vehicle may have a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. See Vehicle Messages on page 5‑31 for more information. All messages appear in the DIC display located in the center of the instrument panel cluster.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (25,1) Instruments and Controls 5-25 Trip 1 and Trip 2 Average Fuel Economy Turn by Turn The Trip display shows the current distance traveled, in either kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since the last reset for the trip odometer. The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing the trip reset stem or the SET button while the trip odometer display is showing.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-26 Black plate (26,1) Instruments and Controls Unit Move the thumbwheel up or down to switch between US or Metric when the Unit display is active. Press SET to confirm the setting. This will change the displays on the cluster and DIC to either English (US) or metric measurements. Tire Pressure The display will show a vehicle with the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (27,1) Instruments and Controls Speed Warning Speed Warning allows the driver to set a speed that they do not want to exceed. To set the Speed Warning, press SET when Speed Warning is displayed. Compass The vehicle may have a compass display in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Compass on page 5‑4 for more information.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-28 Black plate (28,1) Instruments and Controls The following indicator lights come on the instrument panel when activated and also appear on the HUD: . Turn Signal Indicators . High-Beam Indicator Symbol or turn-by-turn navigation information is displayed on the HUD. The HUD temporarily displays CHECK GAGES and ICE POSSIBLE when these messages are on the DIC trip computer.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (29,1) Instruments and Controls Use the following settings to adjust the HUD. The three formats are as follows: OFF: Turn the HUD dimming knob fully counterclockwise until the HUD display turns off. Brightness: Turn the dimming knob clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the display. English English « (Up): ª (Down): Press the up or down arrows to center the HUD image in your view.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-30 Black plate (30,1) Instruments and Controls English near your destination, the HUD will display a distance bar that will empty the closer you get to your destination. All navigation information is provided to the HUD by the navigation radio or OnStar® service, for vehicles that have these features. display. This is normal and will change when the angle of the sunlight on the HUD display changes. Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD image harder to see.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (31,1) Instruments and Controls If You Cannot See the HUD Image When the Ignition Is On . Is anything covering the HUD lens? . Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough? . Is the HUD image adjusted to the proper height? . Are you wearing polarized sunglasses? . Still no HUD image? Check the fuse in the instrument panel fuse block. See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10‑44. If the HUD Image Is Not Clear . Is the HUD image too bright? .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-32 Black plate (32,1) Instruments and Controls SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM This message is displayed when there is a fault in the battery charging system. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. Brake System Messages BRAKE FLUID LOW This message is displayed when the brake fluid level is low, see Brake Fluid on page 10‑27. RELEASE PARKING BRAKE This message is displayed as a reminder that the parking brake is on. Release it before you attempt to drive.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (33,1) Instruments and Controls Engine Cooling System Messages ENGINE OVERHEATED — IDLE ENGINE A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH ENGINE TEMP This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature. To avoid added strain on a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-34 Black plate (34,1) Instruments and Controls OIL PRESSURE LOW — STOP ENGINE This message displays if low oil pressure levels occur. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (35,1) Instruments and Controls LEFT FRONT TURN INDICATOR FAILURE RIGHT FRONT TURN INDICATOR FAILURE This message is displayed if the turn signal bulb needs to be replaced. See Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Base Vehicle) on page 10‑36 or Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Up-Level Vehicle) on page 10‑37 and Replacement Bulbs on page 10‑40 for more information.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-36 Black plate (36,1) Instruments and Controls SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). When this message is displayed, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See your dealer for service. Airbag System Messages Service Vehicle Messages SERVICE AIRBAG SERVICE AC SYSTEM This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (37,1) Instruments and Controls Tire Messages CHECK XXX TIRE PRESSURE or TIRE PRESSURE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE This message displays if the vehicle detects low pressure in one or more tires. This message also displays “Left Front”, “Right Front”, “Left Rear”, or “Right Rear” to indicate the location of the low tire. The low tire pressure warning light will also come on. See Tire Pressure Light on page 5‑21.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-38 Black plate (38,1) Instruments and Controls SHIFT TO PARK This message displays when the transmission needs to be shifted to park. This may appear when attempting to remove the key from the ignition if the vehicle is not in P (Park). Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message is displayed when ice conditions are possible.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (39,1) Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization 3. Press the center of the MENU/ SELECT knob to select the Vehicle Settings menu. The audio system controls are used to access the personalization menus for customizing vehicle features. The following list of menu items will be available: CONFIG (Configuration): Press to access the Configuration Settings Menu.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-40 Black plate (40,1) Instruments and Controls Chime Volume Collision/Detection Systems Lighting This allows the selection of the chime volume level. Select the Collision/Detection Systems menu and the following will be displayed: Select the Lighting menu and the following will be displayed: Press the MENU/SELECT knob when Chime Volume is highlighted. Turn the knob to select Normal or High. Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (41,1) Instruments and Controls . Unlocked Door Anti Lock Out . Auto Door Unlock Press the MENU/SELECT knob when Auto Door Unlock is highlighted. Turn the knob to select All Doors, Driver Door, or Off. Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu. .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-42 Black plate (42,1) Instruments and Controls Door Unlock Options This allows selection of which doors will unlock when pressing the unlock button on the RKE transmitter. Press the MENU/SELECT knob when Door Unlock Options is highlighted. Turn the knob to select All Doors or Driver Door Only. Press the knob to confirm and go back to the last menu.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (43,1) Instruments and Controls When programming a garage door, park outside of the garage. Park directly in line with and facing the garage door opener motor-head or gate motor-head. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate being programmed. It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand-held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-44 . Black plate (44,1) Instruments and Controls If the Universal Home Remote indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds, then turns to a constant light and the garage door does not move, continue with the programming Steps 4 through 6. It may be helpful to have another person assist with the remaining Steps 4 through 6. “Learn” or “Smart” Buttons 4.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (45,1) Instruments and Controls Gate Operator and Canadian Programming If you have questions or need help programming the Universal Home Remote System, call 1‐800‐355‐3515 or go to www.homelink.com. Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission. This may not be long enough for the Universal Home Remote to pick up the signal during programming. Similarly, some U.S.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 5-46 Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button To reprogram any of the three Universal Home Remote buttons: 1. Press and hold the desired Universal Home Remote button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 of the section “Programming the Universal Home Remote System.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 6-2 Black plate (2,1) Lighting AUTO (Automatic): Turns the headlamps on automatically at normal brightness, together with the following: ; (Parking Lamps): Turns the parking lamps on together with the following: A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on. . Taillamps . Parking Lamps . Sidemarker Lamps . Taillamps . License Plate Lamps .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Lighting Headlamp High/ Low-Beam Changer 2 3 Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer: Push the turn signal/lane change lever away from you to turn the high beams on. Pull the lever toward you to return to low beams. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional Daytime Running Lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 6-4 Black plate (4,1) Lighting Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside and the headlamp switch is in AUTO, the automatic headlamp system will turn on the headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps, license plate lamps, and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Lighting Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane change is completed. If the lever is briefly pressed and released, the turn signal flashes three times.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 6-6 Black plate (6,1) Lighting Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel is located next to the exterior lamp control. D (Instrument Panel Brightness): Turn the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the instrument panel lights. Dome Lamps Lighting Features The dome lamp buttons are located in the overhead console.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Lighting Theater Dimming This feature allows for a three to five second fade out of the courtesy lamps instead of having them turn off immediately. Battery Load Management The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM) that estimates the battery's temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Infotainment System Infotainment System Introduction For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 9‑2. Read the following pages to become familiar with the infotainment system features. Notice: Contact your dealer before adding any equipment. Introduction { WARNING Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 7-1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Operation . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-2 Black plate (2,1) Infotainment System Overview C. Buttons 1 ‐ 6 . Radio: Saves and selects favorite stations. D. FAV . Radio: Opens the favorites list. E. MENU/SELECT F. A. VOL O . Press: Turns the system on or off. . Turn: Adjusts the volume. . Press: Opens the menus and selects menu items. . Turn: Highlights menu items or sets values while in a menu. Manually selects radio stations while listening to the radio. RADIO/BAND .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Infotainment System H. CD/AUX . I. J. L. Selects between the CD player or a connected external audio source. l SEEK . Radio: Seeks the next station. . CD: Selects the next track or fast forwards within a track. PHONE . Opens the phone main menu. . Mutes the audio system. g SEEK . Radio: Seeks the previous station. . CD: Selects the previous track or rewinds within a track. K. CD Slot . Insert a CD. M. CONFIG .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-4 Black plate (4,1) Infotainment System Volume Control MENU/SELECT: Press to: O . Enter the menu system. . Select or activate the highlighted menu option. . Confirm a set value. . Switch a system setting on or off. VOL (Power/Volume): Turn to adjust the volume. PHONE: For vehicles with OnStar®, press and hold PHONE to mute the infotainment system. Press and hold PHONE again, or turn O VOL to cancel mute.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Infotainment System Activating a Setting Turning a Function On or Off 7-5 Press the 0 BACK button to delete the last character or press and hold 0 BACK to delete the entire character sequence. Audio Settings 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to highlight the setting. 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to highlight the function. 2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to activate the setting. 2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to turn the function on or off.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-6 Black plate (6,1) Infotainment System Adjusting the Treble, Midrange, and Bass Adjusting the EQ (Equalizer) System Settings For vehicles that have an equalizer: Configuring the Number of Favorite Pages 1. Select Treble, Midrange, or Bass. 1. Select EQ. 2. Select the value. Adjusting the Fader and Balance 2. Select the setting. To configure the number of available favorite pages: 1. Press the CONFIG button. 2. Select Radio Settings. 3.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Infotainment System Auto Volume Maximum Startup Volume Radio The auto volume feature automatically adjusts the radio volume to compensate for road and wind noise as the vehicle speeds up or slows down, so that the volume level is consistent The maximum volume played when the radio is first turned on can be set. AM-FM Radio 2. Select Radio Settings. 3. Select Auto Volume. 4. Select the setting. 5.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-8 Black plate (8,1) Infotainment System RDS (Radio Data System) Selecting a Band Manual Tuning The radio may have RDS. The RDS feature is available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This feature only works when the information from the radio station is available. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Infotainment System Updating Station and Category Lists To search for a programming type determined by station: If stations stored in the station list can no longer be received: 1. Select FM category list. A list of all programming types available displays. 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. 2. Select Update AM or FM Station List, if the stations stored in the station list are no longer received.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-10 Black plate (10,1) Infotainment System XM Satellite Radio Service Control Buttons Removing or Adding Categories XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Infotainment System To select an XM station using the MENU/SELECT knob: Storing and Retrieving Favorites 1. Turn the MENU/SELECT knob to highlight an XM station. Stations from all bands can be stored in any order in the favorite pages. 2. Press the MENU/SELECT knob to select the station, or leave the station highlighted. To select a station using the menu: 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. 2. Select XM Stations List. 3. Select the station.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-12 Black plate (12,1) Infotainment System No CAT Info: No category information is available. No Information: No text or informational messages are available. No XM Signal: The vehicle may be in a location that where the XM signal is being blocked. When the vehicle is moved, the signal should return. CAT Not Found: There are no channels available for the selected category. XM Theftlocked: The XM receiver in the vehicle may have been in another vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Infotainment System XM™ Satellite Radio Service Backglass Antenna XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-14 Black plate (14,1) Infotainment System Audio Players CD Player The CD player can play audio CDs and MP3 CDs. The CD player will not play 8 cm (3 in) CDs. Care of CDs Sound quality can be reduced due to disc quality, recording method, quality of the music recorded, and how the disc has been handled. Handle discs carefully and store them in their original cases or other protective cases away from direct sunlight and dust.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Infotainment System Removing a CD 7-15 Using the CD Menu: Using the CD Menu: 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. The disc is pushed out of the CD slot. 2. Select Tracks list. 2. Select Playlists/Folders. 3. Select the track. 3. Select the playlist or folder. If the disc is not removed after it is ejected, it is pulled back in after a few seconds. Playing Tracks in Random Order 4. Select the track.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-16 Black plate (16,1) Infotainment System To search for tracks: Adjusting the Volume 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. Turn the VOL O knob to adjust the volume of the Infotainment system after the volume level has been set on the portable audio device. 2. Select Search. 3. Select: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Song Titles, Genres, or Folder View. USB Port 4. Select the track.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Infotainment System Searching for a Track Shuffle Tracks can be searched for by: Press the MENU/SELECT knob and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On or Off, then press the 0 BACK button to return to the main screen. . Playlists . Artists . Albums . Song Titles . Podcasts . 7-17 Connecting and Controlling a PlaysForSure Device (PFD) or Zune™ Connecting a PFD or Zune On: Plays tracks in the current folder in random order.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-18 Black plate (18,1) Infotainment System Shuffle Functionality Press the MENU/SELECT knob and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On or Off. On: Plays current tracks in random order. Off: Plays current tracks in sequential order. Repeat Functionality Press the MENU/SELECT knob and set Repeat to On or Off. Repeat On: Repeats the current track. Repeat Off: Starts playback from the beginning of the current track after the last track finishes.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Infotainment System Shuffle Functionality Press the MENU/SELECT knob and set Shuffle Songs (Random) to On or Off. On: Plays current tracks in random order. Off: Plays current tracks in sequential order. system. Before pairing the Bluetooth device, become familiar with its user guide for Bluetooth functions. The system only connects to Bluetooth devices that support A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) version 1.2.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-20 Black plate (20,1) Infotainment System To select the Bluetooth Music Setup menu when a Bluetooth device is connected and active: 1. Press the MENU/SELECT knob. 2. Select Bluetooth Music Setup. Pairing a Device 1. Select Connect To New Device from the Bluetooth Music Setup menu. 2. The system asks a series of Yes/No questions to determine what type of device is being paired. 3.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Infotainment System Changing the Default PIN To change the default PIN: 1. Select Change Default PIN from the Bluetooth Music Setup menu. 2. Select a pre‐defined PIN, or select Other to create a PIN. To create a PIN: 1. Select the length of the PIN. 2. Enter the character sequence. Messages The following messages may appear on the infotainment screen. Poor Bluetooth Signal Quality: This message displays when the Bluetooth signal strength is low.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-22 Black plate (22,1) Infotainment System Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the infotainment system and the steering wheel to operate the Bluetooth system. Steering Wheel Controls b g (Push To Talk): Press to answer incoming calls, to confirm system information, and to start voice recognition. PHONE: Press to enter the Phone main menu. CONFIG: Press to enter the System Configuration menu.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Infotainment System Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls) For information about how to navigate the menu system using the infotainment controls, see Operation on page 7‑3. Pairing Information: A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system first and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used. See the cell phone manufacturer user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the cell phone.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-24 Black plate (24,1) Infotainment System 5. Start the pairing process on the cell phone that will be paired to the vehicle. Reference the cell phone manufacturer's user guide for information on this process. Locate the device named “Your Vehicle” in the list on the cell phone and follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided by the system. 6. The system prompts for a name for the phone and confirms the name provided.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (25,1) Infotainment System Making a Call Using Phone Book To make a call using the Phone Book menu: For cell phones that support the phone book feature, the Bluetooth system can use the contacts stored on your cell phone to make calls. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide or contact your wireless provider to find out if this feature is supported by your phone. 1. Press the PHONE button twice.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-26 Black plate (26,1) Infotainment System Call Waiting Conference Calling Ending a Call Call waiting must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. Conference calling and three‐way calling must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. Press the MENU/SELECT knob and select Hang Up.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (27,1) Infotainment System Bluetooth (Voice Recognition) Using Voice Recognition To use voice recognition, press the b g button located on the steering wheel. The system responds “Ready,” followed by a tone. After the tone, say a command. Pairing Information . Up to five cell phones can be paired to the Bluetooth system. . The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving. .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-28 Infotainment System Listing All Paired and Connected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it. If a paired cell phone is also connected to the vehicle, the system responds with “is connected” after that phone name. 1. Press b g. 2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “List.” Deleting a Paired Phone If the phone name you want to delete is unknown, see “Listing All Paired and Connected Phones”. 1.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (29,1) Infotainment System Using the “Store” Command 1. Press b g. 2. Say “Store.” 3. Say the phone number or group of numbers you want to store all at once with no pauses, then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number. 3. Say each digit, one at a time, that you want to store. After each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-30 Infotainment System Using the “Dial” or “Call” Command 1. Press Black plate (30,1) b g. 2. Say “Dial” or “Call.” 3. Say the entire number without pausing or say the name tag. Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. Using the “Digit Dial” Command The digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (31,1) Infotainment System Three‐Way Calling Muting a Call Three‐way calling must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them. 1. While on a call, press b g. 2. Say “Three‐way call.” 3. Use the dial or call command to dial the number of the third party to be called. 4.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 7-32 Black plate (32,1) Infotainment System Voice Pass-Thru Voice pass‐thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. To access contacts stored in the cell phone: 1. Press b g. Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones The Bluetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. 8-1 Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1 Air Vents Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 A. Fan Control B. Heated Seats C. Temperature Control D. Air Delivery Mode Controls E. Air Conditioning F. Defrost G. Rear Window Defogger H.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 8-2 Black plate (2,1) Climate Controls Air Delivery Mode Control: To change the current mode, select one of the following: F (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. * (Bi-Level): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets. 7 (Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets. W (Defog): Clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield and floor outlets.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Climate Controls Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter removes most of the pollen and dust from the air that enters the vehicle. The filter will need to be replaced periodically. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11‑2. Using the climate control system without an air filter installed is not recommended. Water or other debris could enter the system and result in leaks or noises.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 8-4 Black plate (4,1) Climate Controls 2 NOTES
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Driving and Operating Driving and Operating Driving Information Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6 Competitive Driving . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-2 Black plate (2,1) Driving and Operating Towing General Towing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . Driving Information 9-54 Defensive Driving 9-54 9-58 9-60 Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Driving and Operating Drunk Driving { WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking. Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will not drink.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-4 Black plate (4,1) Driving and Operating Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 5‑19. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three‐fourths of a second. But that is only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Driving and Operating Steering Steering in Emergencies Power Steering There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. These problems can be avoided by braking — if you can stop in time.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-6 Black plate (6,1) Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that the vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. Turn the steering wheel 8 to 13 cm (3 to 5 inches), about one-eighth turn, until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Driving and Operating Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel, or other material is on the road. For safety, slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance is longer and vehicle control more limited.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-8 Black plate (8,1) Driving and Operating If the vehicle is used for racing, competitive driving, sustained high speed , or events that generate excessive wheel slip, the rear axle fluid temperatures will be higher than would occur in normal driving. We recommend that the rear axle fluid be drained and refilled with new fluid after every six hours of racing or competitive driving. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑6 for what fluid to use.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Driving and Operating 9-9 Hydroplaning Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under your vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-10 Black plate (10,1) Driving and Operating Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. . Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. . Shift to a lower gear when going down steep or long hills.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Driving and Operating Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand. Drive with caution, whatever the condition. Accelerate gently so traction is not lost.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-12 Black plate (12,1) Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be in a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Assistance Program (United States and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. . Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Driving and Operating Run the engine for short periods only as needed to keep warm, but be careful. To save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the vehicle and then shut the engine off and close the window most of the way to save heat. Repeat this until help arrives but only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. Moving about to keep warm also helps.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-14 Black plate (14,1) Driving and Operating Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight the vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory‐installed options. Two labels on the vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Driving and Operating The Tire and Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 10‑48 and Tire Pressure on page 10‑55.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-16 Black plate (16,1) Driving and Operating Example 1 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). Example 2 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). Example 3 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs). B. Subtract Occupant Weight B. Subtract Occupant Weight B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg (300 lbs). @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Driving and Operating Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about the vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed the vehicle's capacity weight. Certification Label A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the rear edge of the driver door above the latch mechanism.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-18 Driving and Operating If you put things inside the vehicle — like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. { WARNING Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. . Black plate (18,1) Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Driving and Operating . Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle when the engine speed will exceed 4000 RPM. . Do not let the engine labor. Never lug the engine in high gear at low speeds. With a manual transmission, shift to the next lower gear. This rule applies at all times, not just during the break‐in period. . . Do not participate in racing events, sport driving schools, or similar activities during this break‐in period.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-20 Black plate (20,1) Driving and Operating A (STOPPING THE ENGINE/ LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑22 This is the only position from which the key can be removed. This locks the steering wheel, ignition, and automatic transmission.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Driving and Operating C (ON/RUN): The ignition switch stays in this position when the engine is running. This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories, including the ventilation fan and 12 volt power outlet, as well as to display some warning and indicator lights. Key Lock Release The battery could be drained if the key is left in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine off.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-22 Black plate (22,1) Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Power (RAP) These vehicle accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: . Audio System . Power Windows The power windows will continue to work for up to 10 minutes or until any door is opened. The radio will work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Driving and Operating To prevent gear damage, this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running. Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-24 Black plate (24,1) Driving and Operating Using the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The electrical cord is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment, in front of the underhood fuse block for V6 models. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. { WARNING Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (25,1) Driving and Operating Use this procedure to shift into P (Park): 1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 9‑37 for more information. 2. Hold the button on the shift lever and push the lever toward the front of the vehicle into P (Park). 3. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. 4. Remove the key. Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running { WARNING It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-26 Black plate (26,1) Driving and Operating Shifting Out of Park (Automatic Transmission) To shift out of P (Park): This vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to: 2. Press the shift lever button. . . Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park) with the shift lever button fully released.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (27,1) Driving and Operating 7. After the vehicle has been moved, align the shift lock manual release cover plate and install the retainer so the automatic transmission can operate properly. 3. Remove the retainer and the shift lock manual release cover. 4. Push and hold the manual release lever toward the rear of the vehicle. 5. Press the select button and move the transmission gear selector to the N (Neutral) position. 6. Release the lever. 8.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-28 Black plate (28,1) Driving and Operating Parking Over Things That Burn { WARNING Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Active Fuel Management™ Vehicles with V8 engines and an automatic transmission have Active Fuel Management™. This system allows the engine to operate on either all or half of its cylinders, depending on the driving conditions.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (29,1) Driving and Operating WARNING (Continued) Running the Vehicle While Parked . The vehicle’s exhaust system has been modified, damaged or improperly repaired. It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. . There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or after-market modifications that are not completely sealed.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-30 Black plate (30,1) Driving and Operating Automatic Transmission The automatic transmission has a shift lever located on the console between the seats. P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. { WARNING It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (31,1) Driving and Operating R (Reverse): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is stopped. To rock the vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If the Vehicle is Stuck on page 9‑13.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-32 Black plate (32,1) Driving and Operating Powertrain Braking (V8 and V6 Engines) When driving on steep descents in D (Drive) or M (Manual Mode) where frequent braking is required, the transmission will shift down a gear to help hold vehicle speed and reduce brake wear. If the driver continues to press the brake, the transmission will downshift until 3 (Third) gear is reached. If the brake is released for some time, the transmission will upshift a gear.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (33,1) Driving and Operating Manual Mode Tap Shift control to downshift, and the right control to upshift. A Driver Information Center (DIC) message indicates the gear the vehicle is in. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑24. When in Tap Shift mode with a V8 model, the driver can exit Tap Shift by holding the right (upshift) control for two seconds. The transmission will return to automatic shifting.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-34 Black plate (34,1) Driving and Operating When coasting to a stop, the V6 transmission will automatically downshift to 1 (First) gear, and the V8 transmission will automatically downshift to 2 (Second) gear. A 1 (First) gear start can be selected using the Tap Shift controls on V8 models. When accelerating from a stop, the transmissions will hold these gears until the driver manually selects higher gears using the Tap Shift controls.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (35,1) Driving and Operating You can shift into 1 (First) when you are going less than 64 km/h (40 mph). If you come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into 1 (First), put the shift lever in Neutral and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into 1 (First). 2 (Second): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into 2 (Second).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-36 Black plate (36,1) Driving and Operating You must complete the shift into 4 (Fourth) to turn off this feature. This helps you get the best possible fuel economy. After shifting to 4 (Fourth), you may downshift to a lower gear if you prefer. Notice: Forcing the shift lever into any gear except 4 (Fourth) when the 1 TO 4 SHIFT message comes on may damage the transmission. Shift only from 1 (First) to 4 (Fourth) when the message comes on.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (37,1) Driving and Operating If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even with ABS. Parking Brake 2. Pull the parking brake handle up until you can press the release button. 3. Hold the release button in as you move the brake handle all the way down. Do not pump the brakes.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-38 Black plate (38,1) Driving and Operating If you are towing a trailer and you are parking on a hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑54. Brake Assist This vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (39,1) Driving and Operating The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light flashes when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin. The TCS/StabiliTrak warning light comes on solid if there is a problem with the traction control system. See Traction Control System (TCS)/ StabiliTrak® Light on page 5‑21 for more information. If the light stays on, see your dealer for service. When the TCS/StabiliTrak warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-40 Black plate (40,1) Driving and Operating StabiliTrak® System The vehicle has an electronic stability control system called StabiliTrak. It is an advanced computer controlled system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. StabiliTrak activates when the computer senses a discrepancy between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (41,1) Driving and Operating 9-41 StabiliTrak Off light come on in the instrument panel cluster. If the system has been turned off, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button to turn the system back on. If there is a problem detected with StabiliTrak, a SERVICE STABILITRAK message displays on the DIC and the StabiliTrak/TCS warning light on the instrument panel cluster comes on. When this message and warning light display, the system is not operational.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-42 Black plate (42,1) Driving and Operating Competitive Driving Mode Competitive Driving Mode and Launch Control are systems designed to allow increased performance while accelerating and/or cornering. This is accomplished by regulating and optimizing engine and brake performance. These modes are for use at a closed course race track and are not intended for use on public roads.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (43,1) Driving and Operating Launch Control (V8 with Manual Transmission Models Only) A Launch Control feature is available, within Competitive Driving Mode on vehicles with a manual transmission, to allow the driver to achieve high levels of vehicle acceleration in a straight line. Launch Control is a form of traction control that manages tire spin while launching the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-44 Black plate (44,1) Driving and Operating RES/+ (Resume/Accelerate): Move the thumbwheel up to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed or to accelerate to a higher speed. Cruise Control With cruise control, the vehicle can maintain a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 40 km/h (25 mph).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (45,1) Driving and Operating Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory. The indicator light on the instrument panel cluster goes out when the cruise is no longer engaged. Once the vehicle speed reaches about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, press the thumbwheel up toward RES/+ briefly on the steering wheel.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-46 Driving and Operating Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end the cruise control: . Black plate (46,1) To disengage cruise control; step lightly on the brake pedal or clutch. The indicator light on the instrument panel cluster goes out. \ on the steering wheel. . Press . To turn off the cruise control, press 5 on the steering wheel.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (47,1) Driving and Operating How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). A single tone sounds to indicate the system is working. URPA operates only at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). An obstacle is indicated by audible beeps. The interval between the beeps becomes shorter as the vehicle gets closer to the obstacle. When the distance is less than 30 cm (12 in) the beeping is continuous for 5 seconds.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-48 . Black plate (48,1) Driving and Operating A trailer was attached to the vehicle, or an object was hanging out of the trunk during the last drive cycle. Once the object is removed, URPA will return to normal operation. . The vehicle's bumper is damaged. Take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system. . Other conditions may affect system performance, such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on a very large truck.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (49,1) Driving and Operating The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number that identifies the vehicle's engine. The VIN is at the top left of the instrument panel. See Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on page 12‑1. Recommended Fuel If the vehicle has the 3.6L V6 engine (VIN Code D), use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-50 Black plate (50,1) Driving and Operating California Fuel Requirements Fuels in Foreign Countries If the vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (51,1) Driving and Operating Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by the auto companies. A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be found at www.toptiergas.com.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-52 Black plate (52,1) Driving and Operating Filling the Tank { WARNING { WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling. Do not smoke near fuel or when refueling the vehicle. Do not use cellular phones. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (53,1) Driving and Operating When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑16. { WARNING If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-54 Black plate (54,1) Driving and Operating Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer. See the following trailer towing information in this section: . For information on driving while towing a trailer, see “Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips.” .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (55,1) Driving and Operating The following information has important trailering tips and rules for your safety and that of your passengers. Read this section carefully before pulling a trailer. . Pulling A Trailer Here are some important points: . . . There are many laws, including speed limit restrictions, that apply to trailering. Check for legal requirements with state or provincial police.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-56 Black plate (56,1) Driving and Operating Towing with a Stability Control System Backing Up When towing, the sound of the stability control system might be heard. The system is reacting to the vehicle movement caused by the trailer, which mainly occurs during cornering. This is normal when towing heavier trailers. Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, move that hand to the left.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (57,1) Driving and Operating Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the transmission is not shifted down, the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. Vehicles with automatic transmissions can tow in D (Drive), but M (Manual Mode) is recommended. See “Manual Mode” in Automatic Transmission on page 9‑30 for more information.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-58 Black plate (58,1) Driving and Operating Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: . start the engine, . shift into a gear, and . release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (59,1) Driving and Operating Ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at our Customer Assistance Offices. See Customer Assistance Offices (United States and Canada) on page 13‑5 or Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) on page 13‑5 for more information. the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying that weight, too.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 9-60 Black plate (60,1) Driving and Operating Towing Equipment Safety Chains Hitches Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Leave enough slack so the rig can turn. Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. Use the correct hitch equipment. See your dealer or a hitch dealer for assistance. . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Vehicle Care Vehicle Care General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 10-3 10-3 10-3 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-2 Black plate (2,1) Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48 Winter Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49 Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . 10-49 Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . 10-51 Tire Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-52 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-55 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition 65 Warning California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Accessories and Modifications Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-4 Black plate (4,1) Vehicle Care Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non‐GM certified parts, including control module modifications, is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts. GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on the vehicle. Your GM dealer can accessorize the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Vehicle Care This vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3‑36. 10-5 Hood To open the hood: Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records on page 11‑9. 2. Pull up on the secondary hood release. The lever is located near the middle of the hood. 1.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-6 Black plate (6,1) Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 3.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Vehicle Care A. Underhood Electrical Center. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10‑42. H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See Engine Oil on page 10‑10. B. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle and Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 10‑18. I. D. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View). See Cooling System on page 10‑17. Brake Master Cylinder and Hydraulic Clutch (if equipped with manual transmission) Reservoir.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-8 Black plate (8,1) Vehicle Care 6.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Vehicle Care A. Underhood Electrical Center. See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10‑42. B. Engine Coolant Recovery Bottle and Cap. See Engine Coolant on page 10‑18. H. Brake Master Cylinder and Hydraulic Clutch (if equipped with manual transmission) Reservoir. See Brakes on page 10‑26 or Hydraulic Clutch on page 10‑15. C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 10‑10. I. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Battery on page 10‑29. D.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-10 Black plate (10,1) Vehicle Care 6.2 L V8 Engine Cover (L99 Engine shown LS3 similar) Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Vehicle Care When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add one liter/quart of the recommended oil and then recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” for an explanation of what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 12‑2. Notice: Do not add too much oil.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-12 Black plate (12,1) Vehicle Care not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil displaying the API Starburst symbol and of SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade. Use of oils that do not meet the dexos™ specification, however, may result in reduced performance under certain circumstances. Viscosity Grade SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Vehicle Care What to Do with Used Oil Engine Oil Life System Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-14 Black plate (14,1) Vehicle Care How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change. To reset the system: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off. 2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. The system is reset when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message goes off.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Vehicle Care 10-15 Hydraulic Clutch How to Check and Add Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check brake/clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. Visually check the brake/clutch fluid reservoir to make sure the fluid level is at the MIN (minimum) line on the side of the reservoir.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-16 Black plate (16,1) Vehicle Care 3. Loosen the clamp at the duct of the air cleaner/filter housing. { WARNING 4. Unlatch the retaining clips on the air cleaner/filter housing. Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off. 5.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Vehicle Care Cooling System { WARNING When it is safe to lift the hood: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. 6.2 L V8 Engines (L99 shown LS3 similar) 3.6 L V6 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Bottle B. Electric Cooling Fans C. Radiator Cap (under engine cover) 10-17 A. Coolant Recovery Bottle B.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-18 Black plate (18,1) Vehicle Care The coolant level should be between the MIN and MAX lines. If it is not, you may have a leak at the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump, or somewhere else in the cooling system. { WARNING Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Vehicle Care Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL® coolant. If using this mixture, nothing else needs to be added. This mixture: . Gives freezing protection down to −37°C (−34°F), outside temperature. . Gives boiling protection up to 129°C (265°F), engine temperature. . Protects against rust and corrosion. . Will not damage aluminum parts. . Helps keep the proper engine temperature.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-20 Black plate (20,1) Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Bottle { WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (21,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the surge tank pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-22 Black plate (22,1) Vehicle Care 11. Allow engine to cool for 45 minutes. Top off coolant through the radiator cap opening and re-install the radiator cap. 6.2 L V8 Engine Fill Procedure 1. Locate the radiator cap. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6. 12. Re-install the engine cover. See Engine Cover on page 10‑9. Do not spill coolant on the accessory drive belts. If a spill occurs, rinse the belt with fresh water. 4. Start the engine. 2.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (23,1) Vehicle Care Engine Overheating The vehicle has an indicator to warn of engine overheating. There is an engine coolant temperature warning light on your vehicle's instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5‑11. 8. Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery bottle and fill it until the level is at the top mark on the dipstick.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-24 Black plate (24,1) Vehicle Care If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment { WARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (25,1) Vehicle Care Power Steering Fluid 10-25 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 6. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Check the level after the vehicle has been driven for at least twenty minutes so the fluid is warm. 7. Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-26 Black plate (26,1) Vehicle Care Washer Fluid What to Use When windshield washer fluid is needed, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If operating vehicle in an area where the temperature can fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Notice: . When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. . Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (27,1) Vehicle Care Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes. Brake Adjustment Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12‑2.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-28 . Black plate (28,1) Vehicle Care A fluid leak in the brake/clutch hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level. Have the brake/ clutch hydraulic system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes and/or clutch will not work well. Do not top off the brake/clutch fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (29,1) Vehicle Care Battery Vehicle Storage Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for battery location. { DANGER Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-30 Black plate (30,1) Vehicle Care 3. For automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service. For manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in Neutral, push the clutch pedal down halfway, and try to start the engine.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (31,1) Vehicle Care Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check { WARNING When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-32 Black plate (32,1) Vehicle Care 3. With the latch open, pull the wiper blade down towards the windshield far enough to release it from the J-hooked end of the wiper arm. 4. Remove the wiper blade. Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (33,1) Vehicle Care 10-33 To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 10‑5 for more information. HID Headlamp 2. Locate the aim dot on the lens of the low‐beam headlamp. Halogen Headlamp 3. Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on the low‐beam headlamp. Record the distance. 4. At the wall measure from the ground upward (A) to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it. 5.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-34 Black plate (34,1) Vehicle Care Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build-up which may cause damage to the headlamp. 6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted. This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the flat surface. Halogen Headlamp HID Headlamp 7.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (35,1) Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10‑40. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs 9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. The lamp on the left (A) shows the correct headlamp aim. The lamp on the right (B) shows the incorrect headlamp aim. 10.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-36 Black plate (36,1) Vehicle Care Headlamps, Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Base Vehicle) The base model vehicle has a halogen headlamp and a turn signal/parking lamp on the headlamp assembly. To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 10‑5. 2. Press in on the tabs located on the sides of the duct and then push the duct rearward into the air cleaner/filter housing. A. Parking/Turn Signal Lamp B. Halogen Headlamp 3.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (37,1) Vehicle Care 5. Push the new bulb into the socket and reinstall the socket into the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 10-37 To replace the turn signal bulb: 1. Open the hood. See Hood on page 10‑5. 6. Reconnect the electrical connector. 7. Pull the duct back out of the air cleaner/filter housing until the tabs snap the duct back into position.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-38 Black plate (38,1) Vehicle Care 5. Push the new bulb into the socket and reinstall the socket into the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise. To replace one of these bulbs: 4. Reconnect the electrical connector to the bulb assembly. 6. Reconnect the electrical connector. 7. Pull the duct back out of the air cleaner/filter housing until the tabs snap the duct back into position.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (39,1) Vehicle Care Fog Lamps The base model vehicle may have fog lamps which would be located on the fascia. To replace one of these bulbs: 10-39 3. Push in the new bulb assembly to lock it into place. 4. Reconnect the electrical connector to the bulb assembly. The up‐level vehicle will not be equipped with fog lamps. Taillamps, Turn Signal, and Stoplamps To replace a taillamp, turn signal, or stoplamp bulb: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2‑8.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-40 Black plate (40,1) Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: 5. Push the bulb straight into the socket and turn clockwise to reinstall. 6. Reinstall the license plate lamp by lifting it through the facia opening until the clip is in place. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Daytime Running Lamp (Up-level vehicles) Fog Lamp Bulb Number P13W PS24W 1. Unclip the license plate lamp from the facia opening. Front Park and Turn Signal Lamp 2.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (41,1) Vehicle Care Fuses and circuit breakers protect the following in the vehicle: . Headlamp Wiring . Windshield Wiper Motor . Power Windows and Other Power Accessories Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced, the same amperage fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-42 Black plate (42,1) Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Block To remove the hinged fuse block cover, press the clip at the front of the cover, and swing it up. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. Engine Compartment Fuse Block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (43,1) Vehicle Care J-Case Fuses Usage 25 Power Windows Rear 26 Power Windows Front 27 Rear Defog Mini Fuses Usage 7 Pre-Catalytic Converter Oxygen Sensor 8 Post-Catalytic Converter Oxygen Sensor Mini Fuses 10-43 Usage 19 Transmission Control Module/ Ignition 20 Engine Control Module/Ignition 31 Outside Rearview Mirror 32 Canister Vent Solenoid 33 Body Control Module #6 41 Cooling Fan High 9 Fuel Injectors – Even 43 Antilock
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-44 Black plate (44,1) Vehicle Care Mini Fuses Usage Micro Relays Usage 47 HID Headlamp – Right Front K61 Starter 50 Fog Lamps K69 Wiper Control 51 Horn K613 Cooling Fan Low 52 Spare K617 Air Conditioning Compressor Clutch 55 High Beam Headlamp – Right Front K619 Wiper Speed K627 56 High Beam Headlamp –Left Front High Intensity Discharge Headlamps 61 Heated Mirror K632 Brake Vacuum Pump Mini Relays Usage K26 Powertrain K50 Run/C
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (45,1) Vehicle Care Fuses Instrument Panel Fuse Block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-46 Black plate (46,1) Vehicle Care Fuses Usage F16 Body Control Module 4 F17 Power Outlet 1 F18 Fuses Usage F28 Front Heater, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Power Outlet 2 F29 Body Control Module 5 F19 Steering Wheel Controls Backlight F30 Body Control Module 7 F20 Spare F21 Spare F23 Trunk F24 Automatic Occupant Sensing F25 Body Control Module 1 Relays Usage F27 Body Control Module 8 K10 Retained Accessory Power K609 Trunk C
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (47,1) Vehicle Care Fuses The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-48 Black plate (48,1) Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires WARNING (Continued) Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. { WARNING . Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (49,1) Vehicle Care Winter Tires If you expect to drive on snow or ice covered roads often, you may want to get winter tires for your vehicle. All season tires provide good overall performance on most surfaces but they may not offer the traction you would like or the same level of performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads. Winter tires, in general, are designed for increased traction on snow and ice covered roads.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-50 Black plate (50,1) Vehicle Care (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (C) DOT (Department of Transportation): The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (51,1) Vehicle Care If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire on page 10‑86 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑71. (C) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following the DOT (Department of Transportation) code is the Tire Identification Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-52 Black plate (52,1) Vehicle Care (C) Aspect Ratio: A two‐digit number that indicates the tire height‐to‐width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in item C of the illustration, it would mean that the tire's sidewall is 60 percent as high as it is wide. (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (53,1) Vehicle Care Curb Weight: The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. DOT Markings: A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) motor vehicle safety standards.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-54 Black plate (54,1) Vehicle Care Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (55,1) Vehicle Care Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs) plus the rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑14. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-56 Black plate (56,1) Vehicle Care For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry, and an example of the Tire and Loading Information label, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑14. How you load your vehicle affects vehicle handling and ride comfort. Never load your vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry. When to Check Check your tires once a month or more.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (57,1) Vehicle Care Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation { WARNING Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for high speed operation.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-58 Black plate (58,1) Vehicle Care As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under‐inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (59,1) Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Operation This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly, if the vehicle has one.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-60 Black plate (60,1) Vehicle Care Your vehicle's TPMS can warn you about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑62, Tire Rotation on page 10‑63 and Tires on page 10‑48. Notice: Tire sealant materials are not all the same. A non-approved tire sealant could damage the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (61,1) Vehicle Care . Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction. If the TPMS is not functioning it cannot detect or signal a low tire condition. See your dealer for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message come on and stay on. TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-62 Black plate (62,1) Vehicle Care 5. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem. Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire's air pressure for 10 seconds, or until a horn chirp sounds. The horn chirp, which can take up to 30 seconds to sound, confirms that the TPMS sensor identification code has been matched to this tire position. 6. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5. 7.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (63,1) Vehicle Care Tire Rotation Tire rotation is not recommended if the vehicle has different size tires on the front and rear wheels. Different tire sizes should not be rotated front to rear. Each tire and wheel should only be used in its original front or rear position. Tire rotation is recommended if the vehicle has the same size tires on all four wheel positions. These tires should be rotated every 12 000 km (7,500 miles).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-64 Black plate (64,1) Vehicle Care After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑55 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑14. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑59. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 12‑2.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (65,1) Vehicle Care See Tire Inspection on page 10‑62 and Tire Rotation on page 10‑63 for additional information. The rubber in tires ages over time. This is also true for the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, even if it is not being used. Multiple conditions affect how fast this aging takes place, including temperatures, loading conditions, and inflation pressure maintenance.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-66 Black plate (66,1) Vehicle Care GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the overall performance of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. If the tires have an all‐season tread design, the TPC Spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (67,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-68 Black plate (68,1) Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (69,1) Vehicle Care Traction – AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-70 Black plate (70,1) Vehicle Care Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (71,1) Vehicle Care Tire Chains { WARNING Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-72 Black plate (72,1) Vehicle Care A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you would use in a skid. In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well off the road, if possible.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (73,1) Vehicle Care WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: To be certain the vehicle will not move, put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle. 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-74 Black plate (74,1) Vehicle Care Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit { WARNING Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation. For more information, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑28.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (75,1) Vehicle Care The kit includes: Tire Sealant Read and follow the safe handling instructions on the label adhered to the compressor. Check the tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer. See “Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister” following. A. On/Off Button B.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-76 Black plate (76,1) Vehicle Care If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑4. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑71 for other important safety warnings. Do not remove any objects that have penetrated the tire. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (77,1) Vehicle Care 10. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge (D). The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑55. The pressure gauge (D) may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on. Turn the compressor off to get an accurate pressure reading.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-78 Black plate (78,1) Vehicle Care 19. Stop at a safe location and check the tire pressure. Refer to Steps 1 through 11 under “Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured).” If the tire pressure has fallen more than 68 kPa (10 psi) below the recommended inflation pressure, stop driving the vehicle. The tire is too severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (79,1) Vehicle Care See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑71 for other important safety warnings. 1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10‑80. 6. Plug the power plug (G) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Power Outlets on page 5‑5.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-80 Black plate (80,1) Vehicle Care 11. Press the on/off button (A) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off. Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage. Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister 6. Screw the connector (B) to the canister (A). To remove the sealant canister: 7. Slide the plastic cover back on. Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 12.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (81,1) Vehicle Care Tire Changing 10-81 Tools Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Spare Tire 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2‑8. 2. Remove the carpet. A. Wheel Wrench B. Jack Handle Extension C. Jack 1. The jack and tools are stored below the spare tire. Remove the jack from the retaining bracket. 2. Remove the tool container. 3. Remove the tools and tire strap from the tool container. 3.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-82 Black plate (82,1) Vehicle Care Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If the vehicle has wheel bolt caps, remove the caps. Store the caps with the wheel cover. Notice: Make sure that the jack lift head is in the correct position or you may damage your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. 4. Put the compact spare tire near you. { WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (83,1) Vehicle Care 5. Fit the jack handle extension onto the jack by sliding the hook through the end of the jack. 6. Insert the other end of the jack handle into the wrench. 10-83 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle extension clockwise until the vehicle is far enough off the ground to allow enough room for the compact spare tire to fit under the vehicle. Keep the hook parallel to the ground.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-84 Black plate (84,1) Vehicle Care WARNING (Continued) wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if needed, to get all the rust or dirt off. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑71. { WARNING Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 11.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (85,1) Vehicle Care WARNING (Continued) after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12‑2 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications. 13. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. { WARNING Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-86 Black plate (86,1) Vehicle Care Compact Spare Tire { WARNING Driving with more than one compact spare tire at a time could result in loss of braking and handling. This could lead to a crash and you or others could be injured. Use only one compact spare tire at a time. 6. Route the strap provided, as shown, to secure the flat tire. The compact spare tire is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (87,1) Vehicle Care Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take the vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire, wheel and other parts of the vehicle. Do not use the compact spare on other vehicles. Do not mix the compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not fit. Keep the spare tire and its wheel together.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-88 Black plate (88,1) Vehicle Care Notice: If the other vehicle's system is not a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use vehicles with 12-volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle. 2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching. The jump start positive (A) and negative (B) posts are located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (89,1) Vehicle Care 4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF and switch off all lights and accessories in both vehicles, except the hazard warning flashers if needed. { WARNING An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { WARNING Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-90 Black plate (90,1) Vehicle Care 9. Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes. To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 10. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (91,1) Vehicle Care Towing Towing the Vehicle Notice: To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels off the ground. Care must be taken with vehicles that have low ground clearance and/or special equipment. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle needs to be towed. See Roadside Assistance Program (United States and Canada) on page 13‑8 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑10.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-92 Black plate (92,1) Vehicle Care If the vehicle has a basecoat/ clearcoat paint finish, the clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (93,1) Vehicle Care Follow all manufacturer directions regarding correct product usage, necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product. Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-94 Black plate (94,1) Vehicle Care acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels. Notice: Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only. Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off immediately after application.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (95,1) Vehicle Care Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures, or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer's body and paint shop.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-96 Black plate (96,1) Vehicle Care Your dealer has products for cleaning the vehicle's interior. When cleaning the vehicle's interior, only use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces that are being cleaned. Permanent damage can result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended. Apply the cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth to prevent over-spray. Remove any accidental over-spray from other surfaces immediately.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (97,1) Vehicle Care 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. A paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet after the cleaning process. 2. Remove excess moisture. Leather 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-98 Black plate (98,1) Vehicle Care Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle's interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform manner. Floor Mats { WARNING Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage. . The original equipment floor mats were designed for your vehicle.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (99,1) Vehicle Care Removing and Replacing the Floor Mats 1. Pull up on the rear of the mat to remove it from the hooks. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and hook into position. 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured and verify that it does not interfere with the accelerator or brake pedals.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 10-100 Black plate (100,1) Vehicle Care 2 NOTES
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . 11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-6 Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8 Maintenance Records Maintenance Records . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 11-2 Black plate (2,1) Service and Maintenance { WARNING Performing maintenance work can be dangerous. Some jobs can cause serious injury. Perform maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment. If in doubt, see your dealer to have a qualified technician do the work. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 10‑4. At your dealer, you can be certain that you will receive the highest level of service available.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Service and Maintenance If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last service. Reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑13. . Every Engine Oil Change . Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 10‑10 and Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑13. An Emission Control Service. .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 11-4 . . . Service and Maintenance Restraint system component check. See Safety System Check on page 3‑22. Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks. Exhaust system and nearby heat shields inspection for loose or damaged components. Additional Required Services Every 12 000 km/7,500 Miles . Black plate (4,1) If tire rotation is recommended for the vehicle, rotate tires. Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km/7,500 miles. See Tire Rotation on page 10‑63.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Service and Maintenance First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles . Engine air cleaner filter replacement. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10‑15. . Automatic transmission fluid change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or mountainous terrain, when frequently towing a trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery service. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10‑14.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 11-6 Black plate (6,1) Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos™ specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos™ certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos™ certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. See Engine Oil on page 10‑10.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Service and Maintenance Usage 11-7 Fluid/Lubricant Manual Transmission (V6 Engine) SAE 75W-90 GL5 Gear Oil (GM Part No. U.S. 88862475, in Canada 88862476). Manual Transmission (V8 Engine) Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 88861800, in Canada 88861801). Rear Axle (V6 Engine with Automatic Rear Differential Fluid 75W-90 (GM Part No. U.S. 89021677, Transmission) in Canada 89021678).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 11-8 Black plate (8,1) Service and Maintenance Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number 92196275 A3137C 25177917 PF2129 Engine Oil Filter 3.6L V6 Engine 6.2L V8 Engine 89017524 PF48 92220249 — 3.6L V6 Engine 12622561 41-109 6.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Service and Maintenance 11-9 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 11-10 Black plate (10,1) Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 11-11
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 11-12 Black plate (12,1) Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 12-2 Black plate (2,1) Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Capacities Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. Engine Cooling System 3.6L V6 Engine (LLT) Automatic Transmission 10.2 L 10.8 qt 3.6L V6 Engine (LLT) Manual Transmission 10.6 L 11.2 qt 6.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Technical Data Application Capacities Metric English 71.0 L 18.8 gal V6 Engine 6 — Speed Automatic 0.9 L 1.0 qt V6 Engine 6 — Speed Manual* 0.9 L 1.0 qt V8 Engine* 0.9 L 1.0 qt V6 Engine 6 — Speed Automatic** 6.3 L 6.7 qt V8 Engine 6 — Speed Automatic** 6.3 L 6.7 qt V6 Engine 6 — Speed Manual 1.8 L 1.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 12-4 Black plate (4,1) Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap D Automatic Manual 1.10 mm (0.043 in) 6.2L V8 (L99) J Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) 6.2L V8 (LS3) W Manual 1.02 mm (0.040 in) 3.6L V6 (LLT) Engine Drive Belt Routing 6.2L V8 Engines 3.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) Customer Information Customer Information Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure (United States and Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico) . . . . . . . . 13-3 Customer Assistance Offices (United States and Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5 Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, in the U.S., call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, call General Motors of Canada Customer Communication Centre at 1-800-263-3777 (English), or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Customer Information STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-4 Black plate (4,1) Customer Information Customer Assistance Procedure Owner satisfaction and goodwill are very important to your dealer and General Motors. Normally, any problem with the transaction, sale, or usage of your vehicle must be handled by your dealer sales or service departments. However, we recognize that despite the good intentions of all parties involved, sometimes a misunderstanding may occur.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Customer Information See Customer Assistance Offices (United States and Canada) on page 13‑5 or Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) on page 13‑5 for more information. Customer Assistance Offices (United States and Canada) Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-6 Black plate (6,1) Customer Information Mexico Dominican Republic Online Owner Center From Mexico City 1-888-751-5301 5329-0811 El Salvador From Other Mexico Locations 800-6273 Chevrolet Owner Center (U.S.) — www.chevyownercenter.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) Customer Information Other Helpful Links Chevrolet — www.chevrolet.com Chevrolet Merchandise — www.chevymall.com Help Center — www.chevrolet.com/ pages/mds/helpcenter/faq.do . FAQ . Contact Us My GM Canada (Canada) — www.gm.ca My GM Canada is a password-protected section of www.gm.ca where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-8 Black plate (8,1) Customer Information Roadside Assistance Program (United States and Canada) For U.S.‐purchased vehicles, call 1‐800‐243‐8872; (Text Telephone (TTY): 1‐888‐889‐2438). For Canadian‐purchased vehicles, call 1-800-268-6800. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance, have the following information ready: . Your name, home address, and home telephone number .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) Customer Information . . Flat Tire Change: Service to change a flat tire with the spare tire. The spare tire, if equipped, must be in good condition and properly inflated. It is the owner's responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty. Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start a dead battery. Services Not Included in Roadside Assistance . Impound towing caused by violation of any laws. .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-10 Black plate (10,1) Customer Information Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) Scheduling Service Appointments Courtesy Transportation Program Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. When your vehicle requires warranty service, contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) Customer Information Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Shuttle service is the preferred means of offering Courtesy Transportation.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-12 Black plate (12,1) Customer Information Additional Program Information All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (13,1) Customer Information Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts is not covered by that warranty. Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-14 Black plate (14,1) Customer Information Gather the following information: . Driver's name, address, and telephone number . Driver's license number . Owner's name, address, and telephone number . Vehicle license plate number . Vehicle make, model, and model year . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . Insurance company and policy number .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (15,1) Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on the engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-16 Black plate (16,1) Customer Information Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying General Motors.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (17,1) Customer Information Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, notify General Motors. Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-18 Black plate (18,1) Customer Information This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. Important: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (19,1) Customer Information Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Radio Frequency Statement RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security, as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking/unlocking and starting, and in-vehicle transmitters for garage door openers.
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 13-20 Black plate (20,1) Customer Information 2 NOTES
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) INDEX A Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22 Active Fuel Management™ . . . . 9-28 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60 Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . 3-36 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . 10-15 Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 i-2 Black plate (2,1) INDEX B Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-87 Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Voltage and Charging Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-31 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . 10-31 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . 7-21, 7-23, 7-27 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-26 Antilock . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) INDEX Collision Damage Repair . . . . . 13-12 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 10-86 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32 Competitive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7 Competitive Driving Mode . . . . . 9-42 Compressor Kit, Tire Sealant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-74 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 i-4 Black plate (4,1) INDEX E Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-60 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-41 Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-44 Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40 Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) INDEX Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48 Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-50 Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-53 Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-52 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . .9-50 Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . .9-49 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Management, Active . . . . . . . . . .9-28 Recommended . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 i-6 Black plate (6,1) INDEX I L Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-19 Ignition Transmission Lock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-30 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Immobilizer Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23 Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (7,1) INDEX Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . 9-43 Locks Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH SYSTEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-47 M Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 i-8 Black plate (8,1) INDEX O P Object Detection System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6 Oil Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-10 Engine Oil Life System . . . . . 10-13 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . 5-9 Messages . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (9,1) INDEX R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) . . . . . . . . 13-19 Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-19 Radios AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7 Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12 Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Rear Axle Limited-Slip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-43 Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 i-10 Black plate (10,1) INDEX Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . 11-2 Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 13-10 Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-74 Seatback Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Seats Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (11,1) INDEX T Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Taillamp Indicator Light . . . . . . . . 5-23 Taillamps Turn Signal, and Stoplamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-6 Theater Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . 2-11 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011 i-12 Black plate (12,1) INDEX U Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . . . 9-46 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-68 Universal Remote System . . . . . 5-42 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-45 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-42 Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv V Vehicle Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .