2018 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Camaro
Rating:
Table of Contents
Contents
2
Introduction
3
Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
4
Symbols
4
In Brief
6
Instrument Panel
7
Initial Drive Information
9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
9
Remote Vehicle Start
10
Door Locks
10
Trunk Release
10
Windows
11
Seat Adjustment
11
Memory Features
12
Heated and Ventilated Seats
13
Head Restraint Adjustment
13
Seat Belts
13
Passenger Sensing System
13
Mirror Adjustment
14
Steering Wheel Adjustment
15
Interior Lighting
15
Exterior Lighting
15
Windshield Wiper/Washer
16
Climate Controls
16
Transmission
18
Vehicle Features
19
Infotainment System
19
Radio(s)
20
Satellite Radio
20
Portable Audio Devices
21
Bluetooth
21
Steering Wheel Controls
21
Cruise Control
22
Driver Information Center (DIC)
23
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
23
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
23
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
23
Parking Assist
24
Power Outlets
24
Universal Remote System
24
Sunroof
24
Convertible
25
Performance and Maintenance
25
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
25
Tire Pressure Monitor
26
Fuel (3.6L V6 Engine)
26
Fuel (2.0L L4 Turbo Engine and 6.2L V8 Engine)
26
Fuel (6.2L V8 Supercharged Engine)
26
E85 or FlexFuel
27
Engine Oil Life System
27
Car Wash Guidelines
27
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
27
Roadside Assistance Program
28
Keys, Doors, and Windows
29
Keys and Locks
29
Keys
29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
30
Remote Vehicle Start
37
Door Locks
38
Power Door Locks
40
Delayed Locking
41
Automatic Door Locks
41
Lockout Protection
41
Doors
42
Trunk
42
Vehicle Security
45
Vehicle Alarm System
45
Immobilizer
46
Immobilizer Operation
46
Exterior Mirrors
47
Convex Mirrors
47
Power Mirrors
47
Heated Mirrors
48
Automatic Dimming Mirror
48
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
48
Interior Mirrors
48
Interior Rearview Mirrors
48
Manual Rearview Mirror
48
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
49
Windows
49
Power Windows
49
Sun Visors
52
Roof
52
Sunroof
52
Convertible Top
53
Seats and Restraints
59
Head Restraints
60
Front Seats
60
Power Seat Adjustment
60
Reclining Seatbacks
61
Memory Seats
61
Seatback Latches
64
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
65
Rear Seats
66
Seat Belts
66
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
67
Lap-Shoulder Belt
68
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
70
Seat Belt Extender
71
Safety System Check
71
Seat Belt Care
71
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash
72
Airbag System
72
Where Are the Airbags?
74
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
76
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
77
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
77
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
77
Passenger Sensing System
79
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
83
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
83
Airbag System Check
84
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
84
Child Restraints
85
Older Children
85
Infants and Young Children
86
Child Restraint Systems
89
Where to Put the Restraint
90
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
91
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
97
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
97
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat)
99
Storage
102
Storage Compartments
102
Glove Box
102
Rear Storage
102
Center Console Storage
103
Additional Storage Features
103
Convenience Net
103
Instruments and Controls
104
Controls
105
Steering Wheel Adjustment
105
Steering Wheel Controls
105
Heated Steering Wheel
106
Horn
106
Windshield Wiper/Washer
106
Compass
107
Clock
108
Power Outlets
109
Wireless Charging
110
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
112
Instrument Cluster
113
Speedometer
117
Odometer
117
Trip Odometer
117
Tachometer
117
Fuel Gauge
117
Boost Gauge (Uplevel Cluster Only)
118
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge (Uplevel Cluster Only)
119
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
120
Voltmeter Gauge (Uplevel Cluster Only)
121
Seat Belt Reminders
122
Airbag Readiness Light
122
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
123
Charging System Light
124
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
124
Brake System Warning Light
126
Electric Parking Brake Light
126
Service Electric Parking Brake Light
127
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
127
Traction Off Light
127
StabiliTrak OFF Light
128
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
128
Tire Pressure Light
128
Engine Oil Pressure Light
129
Low Fuel Warning Light
129
Security Light
129
High-Beam On Light
130
Lamps On Reminder
130
Cruise Control Light
130
Door Ajar Light
130
Information Displays
131
Driver Information Center (DIC)
131
Head-Up Display (HUD)
133
Vehicle Messages
137
Engine Power Messages
138
Vehicle Speed Messages
138
Vehicle Personalization
138
Universal Remote System
146
Universal Remote System Programming
146
Universal Remote System Operation
148
Lighting
150
Exterior Lighting
150
Exterior Lamp Controls
150
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
150
Flash-to-Pass
151
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
151
Automatic Headlamp System
151
Hazard Warning Flashers
152
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
152
Interior Lighting
153
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
153
Interior Lamps
153
Reading Lamps
154
Lighting Features
154
Entry Lighting
154
Exit Lighting
154
Theater Dimming
154
Battery Load Management
154
Battery Power Protection
155
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
155
Infotainment System
156
Introduction
156
Infotainment
156
Theft-Deterrent Feature
157
Overview
158
Home Page
159
Operation
159
Software Updates
160
Radio
161
AM-FM Radio
161
Satellite Radio
162
Radio Reception
163
Antenna (Convertible Only)
164
Backglass Antenna (Coupe Only)
164
Multi-Band Antenna
165
Audio Players
165
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices
165
USB Port
165
Auxiliary Devices
171
Performance Data Recorder (PDR)
172
Phone
177
Bluetooth (Overview)
177
Bluetooth (Infotainment Controls)
178
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
182
Hands-Free Phone
183
Trademarks and License Agreements
185
Climate Controls
187
Climate Control Systems
187
Automatic Climate Control System
187
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
190
Air Vents
193
Maintenance
193
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
193
Service
194
Driving and Operating
195
Driving Information
196
Distracted Driving
196
Defensive Driving
196
Drunk Driving
196
Control of a Vehicle
197
Braking
197
Steering
197
Off-Road Recovery
198
Loss of Control
198
Track Events and Competitive Driving
199
Driving on Wet Roads
203
Hill and Mountain Roads
204
Winter Driving
205
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
206
Vehicle Load Limits
207
Starting and Operating
210
New Vehicle Break-In
210
Ignition Positions
211
Starting the Engine
213
Engine Heater
214
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
216
Shifting Into Park
216
Shifting out of Park
217
Parking
217
Parking over Things That Burn
217
Active Fuel Management
217
Extended Parking
218
Engine Exhaust
218
Running the Vehicle While Parked
219
Automatic Transmission
219
Manual Mode
221
Manual Transmission
223
Active Rev Match
225
Brakes
226
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
226
Electric Parking Brake
227
Brake Assist
228
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
229
Ride Control Systems
229
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
229
Driver Mode Control
231
Competitive Driving Mode
234
Limited-Slip Rear Axle
236
Cruise Control
236
Driver Assistance Systems
239
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
240
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
242
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
242
Fuel
244
California Fuel Requirements
245
Fuels in Foreign Countries
245
Fuel Additives
245
Filling the Tank
246
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
247
Trailer Towing
248
General Towing Information
248
Conversions and Add-Ons
248
Add-On Electrical Equipment
248
Vehicle Care
249
General Information
250
California Proposition 65 Warning
250
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
251
Accessories and Modifications
251
Vehicle Checks
251
Doing Your Own Service Work
251
Hood
252
Engine Compartment Overview
253
Engine Oil
258
Engine Oil Life System
260
Automatic Transmission Fluid
261
Manual Transmission Fluid
262
Hydraulic Clutch
262
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
262
Cooling System
264
Engine Overheating
268
Washer Fluid
270
Brakes
270
Brake Fluid
271
Battery - North America
272
Rear Axle
273
Starter Switch Check
273
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
274
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
274
Wiper Blade Replacement
275
Windshield Replacement
275
Gas Strut(s)
275
Headlamp Aiming
277
Bulb Replacement
277
Halogen Bulbs
277
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
277
Front Turn Signal Lamps (Passenger Side Only)
277
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps
278
License Plate Lamp
279
Electrical System
280
Electrical System Overload
280
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
280
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
281
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
284
Wheels and Tires
287
Tires
287
All-Season Tires
288
Winter Tires
288
Run-Flat Tires
288
Low-Profile Tires
289
Summer Tires
290
Tire Sidewall Labeling
290
Tire Designations
291
Tire Terminology and Definitions
292
Tire Pressure
294
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
296
Tire Pressure Monitor System
296
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
297
Tire Inspection
300
Tire Rotation
300
When It Is Time for New Tires
302
Buying New Tires
303
Different Size Tires and Wheels
304
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
304
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
306
Wheel Replacement
306
Tire Chains
307
If a Tire Goes Flat
307
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
309
Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
315
Jump Starting
315
Jump Starting - North America
315
Towing the Vehicle
318
Recreational Vehicle Towing
320
Appearance Care
320
Exterior Care
320
Interior Care
325
Floor Mats
328
Service and Maintenance
330
General Information
330
Maintenance Schedule
331
Special Application Services
337
Additional Maintenance and Care
337
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
340
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
340
Maintenance Replacement Parts
342
Maintenance Records
343
Technical Data
344
Vehicle Identification
344
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
344
Service Parts Identification Label
344
Vehicle Data
345
Capacities and Specifications
345
Engine Drive Belt Routing
348
Customer Information
349
Customer Information
349
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
349
Customer Assistance Offices
351
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
352
Online Owner Center
352
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
353
Roadside Assistance Program
353
Scheduling Service Appointments
355
Courtesy Transportation Program
355
Collision Damage Repair
356
Service Publications Ordering Information
358
Radio Frequency Statement
359
Reporting Safety Defects
359
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
359
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
360
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
360
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
361
Event Data Recorders
361
OnStar
362
Infotainment System
362
OnStar
363
OnStar Overview
363
OnStar Services
365
Emergency
365
Security
365
Navigation
365
Connections
366
Diagnostics
368
OnStar Additional Information
369
Index
375
Index_A
375
Index_B
376
Index_C
376
Index_D
377
Index_E
378
Index_F
378
Index_G
379
Index_H
379
Index_I
379
Index_J
380
Index_K
380
Index_L
380
Index_M
380
Index_N
381
Index_O
381
Index_P
381
Index_R
382
Index_S
383
Index_T
384
Index_U
384
Index_V
385
Index_W
385
2018 Chevrolet Camaro Overview
Introduction
The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro is a striking representation of American muscle, merging powerful performance with modern design. Combining aggressive styling with state-of-the-art technology, the Camaro is designed for those who seek a thrilling driving experience. With its sculpted lines and iconic profile, it commands attention on the road while delivering the kind of performance that challenges the spirit of competition.
Powertrains
The 2018 Camaro offers a range of exhilarating powertrains to suit diverse driving preferences. Starting with the standard 275-horsepower turbocharged 2.0L inline-4 engine, enthusiasts can appreciate its efficiency without compromising performance. For those craving more power, the 3.6L V6 engine delivers a robust 335 horsepower, while the legendary 6.2L V8 engine found in the SS variant cranks out a staggering 455 horsepower. The top-tier ZL1 takes things a step further with a supercharged 6.2L V8 engine producing 650 horsepower, ensuring that this beast is ready to roar on the racetrack or winding roads.
Trims
The Camaro comes in several trim levels, catering to various tastes and performance needs. The lineup includes the base Camaro, the refined 1LT and 2LT trims, the performance-oriented SS version, and the track-focused ZL1. Each trim offers a unique blend of features, allowing owners to select a model that fits their style, whether they prioritize luxury, technology, or raw power.
Features
Inside the Camaro, advanced technology meets comfort. Standard features across most trims include a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, Bluetooth connectivity, and premium audio options. Higher trims add luxurious touches such as leather upholstery, heated and ventilated seats, and advanced safety features like forward collision alert and rear park assist, ensuring a well-rounded driving experience.
Owner's Manual
The 2018 Chevrolet Camaro comes with a comprehensive owner's manual that provides essential information on vehicle operation, maintenance, and care. This detailed guide helps owners understand the features available in their Camaro, including performance tuning options, safety protocols, and infotainment system functionalities, allowing for a more enjoyable and informed driving experience.
User manual download
The Chevrolet Camaro owner manual for the 2018 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2018 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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