🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Chevrolet

Model:

Orlando

Year:

2015

Platform:

GM Theta compact crossover SUV platform (shared with Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, Opel Antara)

👋 Introduction

Segment:

Compact Crossover SUV

Target Audience:

Families, individuals seeking versatile and practical transportation with flexible seating and cargo options.

Key Competitors:

Ford Focus, Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson, Toyota RAV4 (in terms of segment size and utility).

Unique Selling Proposition:

Stylish, spacious, and practical compact SUV with flexible seating configurations (available 7-seater option) and a focus on value.

Manual Advantage:

Provides technicians and DIY enthusiasts with dealership-level accuracy and depth for maintenance, diagnosis, and repair, saving time and money.

📋 Manual Details

All Models Trims:

Yes, covers all models and trim levels for the 2015 Chevrolet Orlando.

Estimated Page Count:

Extensive (Detailed figures not provided, but implied to be comprehensive for A-Z repairs).

Type:

Factory Authorized Service and Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

Digital (PDF)

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Management:

Comprehensive coverage of engine control systems, including diagnosis, component testing, and wiring schematics.

Fuel System:

Detailed service specifications and repair procedures for the fuel delivery, injection, and evaporative emission systems.

Cooling System:

Includes maintenance, diagnostics, and repair procedures for the engine cooling system, including radiators, pumps, and thermostats.

Lubrication System:

Covers engine oil specifications, filter replacement, and lubrication system diagnostics.

Starting Charging:

Detailed procedures for servicing and diagnosing the starter motor, alternator, and battery systems.

Automatic Transmission:

Complete repair and service information for automatic transmission models.

Manual Transmission:

Detailed repair and service procedures for manual transmission variants.

Suspension Steering:

Covers front and rear suspension systems, power steering, and steering column components with diagnostic and repair guides.

Brake System:

Comprehensive coverage of hydraulic brake control, parking brake, and disc/drum brake system repairs and diagnostics.

Climate Control:

Detailed diagnostics and repair procedures for the air conditioning system.

Supplemental Restraint:

Includes information on SRS (airbag) systems, seat belts, and related safety components, with crucial diagnostic and safety precautions.

Electrical Systems:

Extensive coverage of all electrical systems, including lighting, body electrical, and wiring schematics for accurate troubleshooting.

Multiplex Communication:

Detailed information and diagnostic procedures for CAN (Controller Area Network) and multiplex communication systems.

Body Exterior:

Includes procedures for exterior body panels, doors, hood, glass, and mirrors.

Body Interior:

Coverage of interior trim, seats, instrument panel, and related components.

Routine Maintenance:

Step-by-step instructions for all routine maintenance tasks, including fluid changes, filter replacements, and inspections.

Diagnostic Troubleshooting:

Advanced diagnostic procedures, common fault symptom identification, and guided troubleshooting steps for all major systems.

Component Repair Replacement:

Detailed, vehicle-specific instructions for the removal, repair, and installation of virtually all mechanical and electrical components.

Wiring Schematics:

Complete and detailed wiring diagrams for all vehicle circuits, essential for electrical diagnostics and repairs.

Special Tools:

Identification and usage instructions for any specialized tools required for specific repairs.

Depth:

Factory-level detail, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, complex diagnostics, and electrical troubleshooting.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

PDF

Searchability:

Likely searchable text within the PDF for quick information retrieval.

Printability:

Yes, all pages are printable.

Image Scalability:

High resolution for diagrams and illustrations, allowing for enlargement for clarity.

Binding:

Digital, eliminating the need for physical binding.

Paper Quality:

N/A (Digital format provides flexibility to print on desired paper).

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type 1:

2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder Ecotec (LU9)

Displacement 1:

2384 cc (2.4 Liters)

Horsepower 1:

Approx. 175-182 hp @ 6200 rpm (depending on specific market/tuning)

Torque 1:

Approx. 170-177 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm (depending on specific market/tuning)

Injection System:

Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

Fuel Type:

Unleaded Gasoline

Emissions System:

Catalytic Converter, On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)

🔧 Transmission

Type 1:

6-speed Automatic Transmission (e.g., GM 6T45)

Type 2:

Not typically offered in most markets; 6-speed auto was standard for this generation.

Transmission Features:

Driver Shift Control (manual shifting capability), Adaptive Shift Control.

📐 Dimensions

Length:

Approx. 4685 mm (184.4 inches)

Width:

Approx. 1835 mm (72.2 inches)

Height:

Approx. 1685 mm (66.3 inches)

Wheelbase:

Approx. 2760 mm (108.7 inches)

Curb Weight:

Approx. 1600-1700 kg (3527-3748 lbs) depending on configuration.

Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row:

Approx. 320 Liters (11.3 cu ft)

Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row:

Approx. 810 Liters (28.6 cu ft)

Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row:

Approx. 1594 Liters (56.3 cu ft)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Overall Rating:

Likely 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA (based on platform and common GM testing for this era), but specific 2015 Orlando ratings should be verified.

ABS:

Yes, Anti-lock Braking System

Traction Control:

Yes, Traction Control System (TCS)

Esc:

Yes, Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Airbags:

Frontal airbags, side-impact airbags, curtain airbags (standard or optional depending on trim).

Seatbelts:

3-point seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters.

Child Anchors:

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment System:

Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system with touchscreen display (e.g., 7-inch diagonal color touchscreen), AM/FM/SiriusXM radio, USB port, auxiliary input, Bluetooth connectivity for audio streaming and hands-free calling.

Driver Assistance Features:

Available features include rearview camera, rear parking assist sensors, and cruise control. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) like adaptive cruise control or lane keep assist were less common in this segment for 2015.

Connectivity Options:

Bluetooth connectivity for phone and audio streaming, USB and auxiliary input jacks for media playback.

Instrument Cluster:

Analog gauges for speedometer and tachometer, with integrated digital display for odometer, trip computer, fuel level, and warning lights.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first, using synthetic or synthetic blend oil (refer to manual for exact recommendation based on driving conditions).

Tire Rotation Interval:

Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

Engine Air Filter Replacement:

Inspect every 22,500 miles (36,000 km), replace as needed. Refer to manual for specific interval.

Cabin Air Filter Replacement:

Inspect every 22,500 miles (36,000 km), replace as needed. Refer to manual for specific interval.

Engine Oil Type:

SAE 0W-20 Synthetic (API certified) recommended for optimal fuel economy and performance.

Transmission Fluid Type:

Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)

Coolant Type:

GM P/N 19353935 (Orange) or equivalent Dex-Cool compatible antifreeze/coolant.

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid

Common Issues:

Potential for premature wear on certain suspension components (e.g., control arm bushings, sway bar links), occasional issues with infotainment system responsiveness, and potential for HVAC blend door actuator failures. The manual would detail diagnosis and repair for these.

📚 Vehicle History

Manufacturer:

Chevrolet, a division of General Motors (GM).

Introduction Year:

First generation launched for the 2011 model year (North America). The 2015 model represents a mid-cycle update or a continuation of the first generation.

Manufacturing Location:

Primarily South Korea (GM Daewoo/GM Korea plant) and in some markets, Canada (Oshawa Assembly).

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Safety Awards:

While specific awards for the 2015 Orlando are not widely publicized, vehicles on its platform often received good safety ratings. The manual provides the basis for maintaining these safety standards.