Chevrolet Spark Owners Manual: Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
- Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
- Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
- Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
- When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
- Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
- Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
- Combine several trips into a single trip.
- Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
- Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and
displays %CHANGE DIC message when it
is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.
The oil life system should b ...
Roadside Assistance Program
U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside
Assistance program.
See Roadside ...
Other materials:
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps
Stoplamp/Taillamp
Turn Signal Lamp/Taillamp
Back-up Lamp
To replace a taillamp, turn signal lamp, stoplamp, or back-up bulb:
Open the liftgate. See Liftgate on page 2-8.
Remove the two screws and the lamp assembly.
Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the so ...
Menu System
Controls
The MENU/TUNE knob and BACK button
are used to navigate the menu system.
MENU/TUNE Knob:
Turn to:
Highlight a menu option.
Select a value.
Press to:
Enter the menu system.
Select or activate the highlighted menu option.
Confirm a set value.
Turn a system setting on ...
Airbag System Check
The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement.
Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page
5-11.
Caution
If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag
may not work properly. Do not open or break the ai ...
