I just picked up an 09 HHR SS with a manual transmission. In looking through my owners manual I noticed that there is a light on the dash that tells you when to shift to maintain optimum fuel economy. I have this light but it never seems to come on, and I can't find anywhere in the manual that tells you how to activate it. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

 

On page 2-32 of my manual it says that "there maybe be a shift light". My guess is you don't have it with an SS.

 

My LT has the light (or at least the spot on the dash), but it has never lite up.......

 

No light here.

 

I'm aware of only the one in the RPD optional display

 

I've had my shift light come on, but it only does so a split-second before it falls on it face...rev-limiter/fuel cut-off.

 

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/general-hhr-4/online-owners-manual-3074/

The indicator is above the tach on all models. But seems to be rare for it to be functional. Never heard of anyone that saw theirs light up.

Chapter 3 in all years.

 

5 speed tran, but have never seen it light up.

 

mine has never lit up either

 

Interesting. Here is a great feature to save you gas and it doesn't actually work. I called my dealer today because he has ordered me a set of all weather floor matts, and I brought up the issue with him. He said he would look into and let me know. If I hear anything I will let everyone know. Thanks for your responses.