2015 Chevrolet Ss Owner's Manual
Year:
2015
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Ss
Rating:
Table of Contents
2015 Chevrolet SS Sedan Owner Manual BookTOC
2
Introduction
4
Using this Manual
4
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
4
Symbols
5
In Brief
6
Instrument Panel
7
Instrument Panel Overview
7
Initial Drive Information
9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
9
Remote Vehicle Start
9
Door Locks
10
Windows
11
Seat Adjustment
11
Memory Features
12
Heated and Ventilated Seats
13
Head Restraint Adjustment
13
Safety Belts
13
Passenger Sensing System
14
Mirror Adjustment
14
Steering Wheel Adjustment
15
Interior Lighting
15
Exterior Lighting
16
Windshield Wiper/Washer
16
Climate Controls
17
Transmission
18
Vehicle Features
18
Steering Wheel Controls
18
Cruise Control
19
Driver Information Center (DIC)
19
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
20
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
20
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
20
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
20
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
21
Parking Assist
21
Automatic Parking Assist (APA)
21
Power Outlets
21
Sunroof
21
Performance and Maintenance
22
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
22
Tire Pressure Monitor
23
Engine Oil Life System
23
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
24
Battery
24
Roadside Assistance Program
24
OnStar®
24
Keys, Doors, and Windows
26
Keys and Locks
26
Keys
26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
27
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
28
Remote Vehicle Start
33
Door Locks
35
Power Door Locks
36
Delayed Locking
36
Automatic Door Locks
36
Lockout Protection
36
Safety Locks
37
Doors
37
Trunk
37
Vehicle Security
39
Vehicle Alarm System
39
Immobilizer
40
Immobilizer Operation
40
Exterior Mirrors
41
Convex Mirrors
41
Power Mirrors
42
Folding Mirrors
42
Heated Mirrors
42
Automatic Dimming Mirror
42
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
42
Interior Mirrors
43
Interior Rearview Mirrors
43
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
43
Windows
43
Power Windows
43
Sun Visors
45
Roof
45
Sunroof
45
Seats and Restraints
48
Head Restraints
49
Front Seats
50
Power Seat Adjustment
50
Lumbar Adjustment
51
Reclining Seatbacks
51
Memory Seats
52
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
53
Rear Seats
55
Rear Seat Pass-Through Door
55
Safety Belts
55
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
57
Lap-Shoulder Belt
58
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
60
Safety Belt Extender
60
Safety System Check
60
Safety Belt Care
61
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
61
Airbag System
62
Where Are the Airbags?
63
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
65
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
66
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
66
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
67
Passenger Sensing System
68
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
72
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
73
Airbag System Check
73
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
74
Child Restraints
74
Older Children
74
Infants and Young Children
76
Child Restraint Systems
79
Where to Put the Restraint
80
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
82
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
87
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)
88
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
90
Storage
94
Storage Compartments
94
Glove Box
94
Cupholders
94
Center Console Storage
95
Additional Storage Features
95
Convenience Net
95
Roof Rack System
96
Instruments and Controls
98
Controls
99
Steering Wheel Adjustment
99
Steering Wheel Controls
99
Horn
100
Windshield Wiper/Washer
100
Clock
101
Power Outlets
101
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
103
Instrument Cluster
104
Speedometer
105
Odometer
105
Trip Odometer
105
Tachometer
105
Fuel Gauge
105
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
106
Safety Belt Reminders
106
Airbag Readiness Light
107
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
108
Charging System Light
108
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
109
Service Vehicle Soon Light
111
Brake System Warning Light
111
Electric Parking Brake Light
112
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
112
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
113
Sport Mode Light
113
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
113
Traction Off Light
114
StabiliTrak® OFF Light
114
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
114
Tire Pressure Light
115
Engine Oil Pressure Light
115
Low Fuel Warning Light
116
Security Light
116
High-Beam On Light
116
Front Fog Lamp Light
116
Lamps On Reminder
117
Cruise Control Light
117
Door Ajar Light
117
Information Displays
117
Driver Information Center (DIC)
117
Head-Up Display (HUD)
120
Vehicle Messages
122
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
123
Brake System Messages
123
Cruise Control Messages
123
Door Ajar Messages
123
Engine Cooling System Messages
124
Engine Oil Messages
124
Engine Power Messages
125
Fuel System Messages
125
Key and Lock Messages
125
Lamp Messages
126
Object Detection System Messages
126
Ride Control System Messages
127
Security Messages
127
Service Vehicle Messages
127
Tire Messages
128
Transmission Messages
128
Vehicle Reminder Messages
129
Vehicle Speed Messages
129
Washer Fluid Messages
129
Window Messages
129
Vehicle Personalization
130
Lighting
136
Exterior Lighting
136
Exterior Lamp Controls
136
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
136
Flash-to-Pass
136
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
137
Automatic Headlamp System
137
Hazard Warning Flashers
138
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
138
Fog Lamps
138
Interior Lighting
139
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
139
Dome Lamps
139
Reading Lamps
139
Lighting Features
140
Entry Lighting
140
Exit Lighting
140
Battery Power Protection
140
Infotainment System
142
Introduction
143
Infotainment
143
Overview
144
Steering Wheel Controls
146
Using the System
146
Software Updates
151
Radio
152
AM-FM Radio
152
Radio Data System (RDS)
155
Satellite Radio
155
Radio Reception
161
Backglass Antenna
161
Multi-Band Antenna
162
Quick Info
162
Pandora Internet Radio
163
Stitcher Internet Radio
168
Pictures
172
Audio Players
173
CD Player
173
USB
175
Auxiliary Devices
181
Bluetooth Audio
181
OnStar System
183
Navigation
183
Using the Navigation System
183
Maps
187
Navigation Symbols
187
Destination
190
OnStar® Destination Download
200
Configure Menu
201
Global Positioning System (GPS)
206
Vehicle Positioning
206
Problems with Route Guidance
207
If the System Needs Service
208
Map Data Updates
208
Database Coverage Explanations
208
Voice Recognition
209
Bluetooth Phone/Devices
215
Bluetooth
215
Text Messaging
223
Trademarks and License Agreements
225
Climate Controls
232
Climate Control Systems
232
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
232
Air Vents
236
Maintenance
237
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
237
Driving and Operating
238
Driving Information
239
Distracted Driving
239
Defensive Driving
240
Drunk Driving
240
Control of a Vehicle
240
Braking
240
Steering
241
Off-Road Recovery
241
Loss of Control
242
Track Events and Competitive Driving
242
Driving on Wet Roads
245
Hill and Mountain Roads
246
Winter Driving
246
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
248
Vehicle Load Limits
248
Starting and Operating
253
New Vehicle Break-In
253
Ignition Positions
253
Starting the Engine
255
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
256
Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission)
257
Shifting out of Park (Automatic Transmission)
257
Parking
259
Parking over Things That Burn
259
Engine Exhaust
259
Running the Vehicle While Parked
260
Automatic Transmission
260
Manual Mode
262
Manual Transmission
264
Brakes
265
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
265
Electric Parking Brake
266
Brake Assist
268
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
268
Ride Control Systems
269
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
269
Driver Mode Control
271
Track Driver Mode
273
Limited-Slip Rear Axle
275
Cruise Control
275
Driver Assistance Systems
278
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
278
Assistance Systems for Driving
283
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
283
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
285
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
287
Fuel
288
California Fuel Requirements
289
Fuels in Foreign Countries
290
Fuel Additives
290
Filling the Tank
290
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
292
Trailer Towing
292
Conversions and Add-Ons
293
Add-On Electrical Equipment
293
Vehicle Care
294
General Information
295
California Proposition 65 Warning
295
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
295
Accessories and Modifications
295
Vehicle Checks
296
Doing Your Own Service Work
296
Hood
297
Engine Compartment Overview
298
Engine Oil
299
Engine Oil Life System
301
Automatic Transmission Fluid
302
Manual Transmission Fluid
303
Hydraulic Clutch
303
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
303
Cooling System
305
Engine Coolant
305
Engine Overheating
309
Washer Fluid
311
Brakes
311
Brake Fluid
312
Battery
314
Rear Axle
315
Starter Switch Check
315
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
316
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
316
Wiper Blade Replacement
317
Windshield Replacement
317
Headlamp Aiming
318
Bulb Replacement
318
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
318
License Plate Lamp
319
Replacement Bulbs
319
Electrical System
320
Electrical System Overload
320
Fuses
320
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
321
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
323
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
326
Wheels and Tires
328
Tires
328
Winter Tires
329
Low-Profile Tires
329
Summer Tires
330
Tire Sidewall Labeling
330
Tire Designations
331
Tire Terminology and Definitions
332
Tire Pressure
335
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
336
Tire Pressure Monitor System
337
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
338
Tire Inspection
341
Tire Rotation
341
When It Is Time for New Tires
342
Buying New Tires
343
Different Size Tires and Wheels
345
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
345
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
347
Wheel Replacement
347
Tire Chains
348
If a Tire Goes Flat
349
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
350
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
357
Tire Changing
358
Full-Size Spare Tire
363
Jump Starting
364
Towing the Vehicle
366
Recreational Vehicle Towing
367
Appearance Care
367
Exterior Care
367
Interior Care
372
Floor Mats
375
Service and Maintenance
378
General Information
378
Maintenance Schedule
379
Special Application Services
385
Additional Maintenance and Care
385
Recommended Fluids
389
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
389
Maintenance Replacement Parts
390
Maintenance Records
391
Technical Data
392
Vehicle Identification
392
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
392
Service Parts Identification Label
392
Vehicle Data
393
Capacities and Specifications
393
Engine Drive Belt Routing
394
Customer Information
396
Customer Information
396
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
396
Customer Assistance Offices
398
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
399
Online Owner Center
399
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
400
Roadside Assistance Program
400
Scheduling Service Appointments
402
Courtesy Transportation Program
402
Collision Damage Repair
403
Service Publications Ordering Information
406
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
407
Radio Frequency Statement
407
Reporting Safety Defects
407
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
407
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
408
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
408
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
409
Event Data Recorders
409
OnStar®
410
Infotainment System
410
OnStar
412
OnStar Overview
412
OnStar Services
413
Emergency
413
Security
414
Navigation
414
Connections
415
Vehicle Diagnostics
417
OnStar Additional Information
417
Index
422
Index_A
422
Index_B
423
Index_C
423
Index_D
424
Index_E
425
Index_F
425
Index_G
426
Index_H
426
Index_I
426
Index_J
427
Index_K
427
Index_L
427
Index_M
428
Index_N
429
Index_O
429
Index_P
429
Index_Q
430
Index_R
430
Index_S
431
Index_T
432
Index_U
433
Index_V
433
Index_W
433
2015 Chevrolet Ss Overview
Introduction
The 2015 Chevrolet SS is a performance sedan that boasts a harmonious blend of power, refinement, and everyday practicality. Engineered for those who crave an exhilarating drive without sacrificing comfort or amenities, the SS embodies the spirit of American muscle while retaining the sophistication of a modern four-door sedan. With its striking design and robust performance credentials, this car stands out as a true enthusiast's choice in the accessible luxury segment.
Powertrains
Under the hood, the 2015 Chevrolet SS features an impressive 6.2-liter V8 engine that produces a thrilling 415 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. The robust powertrain is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that delivers seamless shifts, enhancing both performance and drivability. Equipped with rear-wheel drive, the SS ensures a sporty and engaging driving experience. Additionally, it includes features such as magnetic ride control for improved handling and comfort, making it adept at navigating both winding roads and everyday commutes.
Trims
The 2015 Chevrolet SS is offered in a singular well-equipped trim that includes an array of high-end features. With a focus on performance and luxury, the SS comes standard with leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, and a premium sound system, ensuring both comfort and entertainment during every drive.
Features
Among its many standout features, the 2015 Chevrolet SS includes a user-friendly infotainment system with a touchscreen display, smartphone integration, and navigation, allowing for seamless connectivity on the road. Safety is also a priority, with rear parking sensors, lane departure warning, and stability control included as standard to enhance driver confidence.
Owners Manual
The owner's manual for the 2015 Chevrolet SS is an indispensable resource, providing detailed information about maintenance schedules, troubleshooting, and vehicle operations. It serves as a comprehensive guide for owners to fully understand their vehicle’s features and ensure optimal performance throughout their ownership experience.
User manual download
The Chevrolet Ss owner manual for the 2015 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2015 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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