2005 Chevrolet Venture Owners Manual

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6-5 Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the ﬁrst maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services 75,000 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) (125 000) • • • • • • • • • • 100,000 (166 000) 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) • • • • • • • • • • • • • Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter (severe service). See footnote (h). Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter (normal service). Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 6-6 Additional Required Services (cont’d) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Engine cooling system service (or every 5 years, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 000) 100,000 (166 000) 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) • • Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. # Lubricate the suspension, steering linkage, transaxle shift linkage and the underbody contact points and linkage. (a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect drum brake linings for wear or cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylindeers, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. (b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chaﬁng, etc. 6-7 (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, ﬁttings and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year. (d) Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. If your vehicle has a built-in child restraint, make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, child head restraint and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system does not need regular maintenance.) (f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assemblies, secondary latches, pivots, spring anchor and release pawl, hood and door hinges, rear folding seats, liftgate hinges, fuel door hinge, power sliding door cable and sliding door track(s). More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better and not stick or squeak. (g) If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. (h) Change automatic transaxle ﬂuid and ﬁlter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. − In hilly or mountainous terrain. − When doing frequent trailer towing. − Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. (i) Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and ﬁller neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) Check system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise control cables. (k) A ﬂuid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and the ﬂuid level checked. Add ﬂuid if needed. 6-8 Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any ﬂuids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel ﬁll. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-14 for further details. Notice: and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty. It is important to check your oil regularly Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL® coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for further details. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer ﬂuid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper ﬂuid if necessary. At Least Once a Month Tire Inﬂation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are inﬂated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-53 for further details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull and then try to turn the spare tire. If it moves, tighten it. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-69. 6-9 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-36 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service. Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-36 if necessary. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service. 6-10 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position. The ignition should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to ﬂush any corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect. 6-11 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-14. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Chassis Lubrication GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186). DEXRON®-III Automatic Transmission Fluid. Look for “Approved for the H-Speciﬁcation” on the label. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. 6-12 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant Carrier Assembly — Differential (Rear Drive Module) and Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl VERSATRAK™ Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12378514, in Canada 88901045). Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood and Door Hinges, Rear Folding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge, Liftgate Hinges, Power Sliding Door Cable Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Sliding Door Track Weatherstrip Conditioning Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887). 6-13 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco® Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit Spark Plugs Wiper Blades (Hook Type) Driver’s Side – 24.0 inches (60.0 cm) Passenger’s Side – 24.0 inches (60.0 cm) Rear – 16.0 inches (40.6 cm) 25099149 25010792 10322538 12568387 10329206 10329207 10324491 A1208C PF47 — 41-101 — — — 6-14 Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record 6-15 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-16 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-18 Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ...............7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......................7-2 Online Owner Center ......................................7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...............................................7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ............................7-4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ..................................................7-5 Roadside Assistance Program ..........................7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...................................7-7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ..................................................7-9 Reporting Safety Defects ................................7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ..............................................7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ..............................................7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .....7-11 Service Publications Ordering Information .........7-11 7-1 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). 7-2 We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number, (VIN). This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield. (cid:127) Dealership name and location. (cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and present mileage (kilometers). When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One ﬁrst if you have a concern. STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisﬁed with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisﬁed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should ﬁle with the BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203-1838 Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Speciﬁc vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: (cid:127) Get e-mail service reminders. (cid:127) Access information about your speciﬁc vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner’s manual (United States only). (cid:127) Keep track of your vehicle’s service history and maintenance schedule. Find GM dealers for service nationwide. (cid:127) Receive special promotions and privileges only available to members (United States only). Refer to the web for updated information. To register your vehicle, visit www.MyGMLink.com. (United States) or My GM Canada within www.gmcanada.com (Canada). 7-3 (cid:127) Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) United States — Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 1-800-222-1020 1-800-833-2438 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA® (243-8872) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Fax Number: 313-381-0022 Canada — Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 7-4 Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) — Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F. 01-800-508-0000 Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment that may be required for your vehicle, such as hand controls, wheelchair/ scooter lifts, etc. This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, see your GM dealer or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. All TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. 7-5 Roadside Assistance Program As the owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road. Call Chevrolet’s Roadside Assistance at 1–800–CHEV-USA (1–800–243–8872) 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to speak with a Chevrolet Roadside Assistance representative. We will provide the following services during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty period, at no expense to you: Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel ($5 maximum) for the customer to get to the nearest service station. Lock-out Service (identiﬁcation required): Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles (16 km). (cid:127) Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud, or snow. Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. (cid:127) Dealer Locator Service In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any payment obligations you might incur. For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative: (cid:127) Your name, home address, and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle (cid:127) Model, year, color, and license plate number (cid:127) Mileage, Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle (cid:127) Description of the problem 7-6 (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call away. Chevrolet Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-234-8872), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438. Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Chevrolet’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notiﬁcation. Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book. Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exempliﬁed quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required. This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs. Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and request an appointment. By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs, your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair. 7-7 Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of $30.00 a day and must be supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a courtesy rental. Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule. This includes a one way or round trip shuttle service to a destination up to 10 miles (16 km) from the dealership. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement (ﬁve day maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses (ﬁve day maximum) may be available. Claim amounts should reﬂect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. 7-8 Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating GM dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your GM dealer for speciﬁc information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion. Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for air bag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems, such as those commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Air Bag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle position, vehicle speed, safety belt usage, air bag readiness, air bag performance, and the severity of a collision. This information has been used to improve vehicle crash performance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety. Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, these on-board systems do not record sounds, such as conversation of vehicle occupants. 7-9 To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than: (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, in response to an official request of police or similar government office, as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or as required by law. In addition, once GM collects or receives data, GM may: use the data for GM research needs, (cid:127) make it available for research where appropriate conﬁdentiality is to be maintained and need is shown, or share summary data which is not tied to a speciﬁc vehicle with non-GM organizations for research purposes. Others, such as law enforcement, may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. 7-10 Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ﬁnds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline. (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you will notify General Motors. Please call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and speciﬁcations for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 7-11 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1-800-463-7483). Owner’s Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated P. O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U.S. funds. 7-12 A Accessory Inﬂator ........................................... 5-66 Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-23 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-92 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-18 Air Conditioning .............................................. 3-24 Airbag Readiness Light .......................................... 3-38 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...... 7-9 Airbag System ................................................ 1-78 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...................... 1-85 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .......... 1-88 What Makes an Airbag Inﬂate? ...................... 1-85 What Will You See After an Airbag Inﬂates? .... 1-86 When Should an Airbag Inﬂate? .................... 1-83 Where Are the Airbags? ............................... 1-81 AM-FM Radio ................................................. 3-57 Antenna, Fixed Mast ...................................... 3-121 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ..................................................... 3-121 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 4-6 Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light .............. 3-40 Appearance Care ............................................ 5-83 Aluminum Wheels ........................................ 5-88 Care of Safety Belts and Built-in Child Restraint Harness ..................................... 5-86 Chemical Paint Spotting ............................... 5-89 Appearance Care (cont.) Child Restraint Pad ...................................... 5-85 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses .................... 5-86 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-83 Finish Care ................................................. 5-87 Finish Damage ............................................ 5-89 Glass Surfaces ............................................ 5-85 Instrument Panel ......................................... 5-85 Interior Plastic Components ........................... 5-85 Leather ...................................................... 5-85 Sheet Metal Damage ................................... 5-89 Tires .......................................................... 5-88 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-89 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................ 5-90 Vinyl .......................................................... 5-85 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-86 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-86 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-87 Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System ................................. 2-62 Audio System(s) ............................................. 3-56 AM-FM Radio ............................................. 3-57 Audio Steering Wheel Controls .................... 3-118 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ............... 3-120 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ................ 3-121 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....................... 3-121 Fixed Mast Antenna ................................... 3-121 Radio with Cassette and CD ......................... 3-84 Radio with CD .................................... 3-59, 3-69 Audio System(s) (cont.) Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................ 3-94 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ..................... 3-114, 3-116 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ................................ 3-56 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ................................ 3-56 Theft-Deterrent Feature ............................... 3-118 Understanding Radio Reception ................... 3-119 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ........... 3-121 Automatic Door Locks ..................................... 2-57 Automatic Transaxle Fluid .......................................................... 5-20 Operation ................................................... 2-33 Battery .......................................................... 5-39 Run-Down Protection ................................... 3-19 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-21 Bench Seat, Split ............................................. 1-8 Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........................ 4-6 Emergencies ................................................ 4-8 Parking ...................................................... 2-36 System Warning Light .................................. 3-39 Brakes .......................................................... 5-36 Braking ........................................................... 4-5 Braking in Emergencies ..................................... 4-8 Break-In, New Vehicle ..................................... 2-29 Bucket Seats, Rear ......................................... 1-15 Built-in Child Restraint ..................................... 1-67 Bulb Replacement ........................................... 5-45 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ......................................... 5-48 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-45 Headlamps ................................................. 5-46 Replacement Bulbs ...................................... 5-51 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ........................................ 5-50 Buying New Tires ........................................... 5-62 California Fuel .................................................. 5-6 Canadian Owners ................................................ ii Capacities and Speciﬁcations ............................ 5-99 Captain Chairs, Rear ....................................... 1-21 Carbon Monoxide ................... 2-20, 2-39, 4-24, 4-36 Care of Safety Belts and Built-in Child Restraint Harness .................................................. 5-86 Your Cassette Tape Player .......................... 3-120 Your CD and DVD Player ........................... 3-121 Your CDs and DVDs .................................. 3-121 Cargo Lamp ................................................... 3-18 Chains, Tire ................................................... 5-66 Change Engine Oil Message ............................ 3-50 Charging System Indicator Message .................. 3-48 Check Engine Light ............................................... 3-42 Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... 5-10 Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... 5-89 Child Restraints Built-In Child Restraint .................................. 1-67 Child Restraint Systems ............................... 1-54 Infants and Young Children ........................... 1-51 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) .......................... 1-60 Older Children ............................................. 1-48 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ........................................ 1-62 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position .................................................. 1-62 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ........................................... 1-64 Top Strap ................................................... 1-57 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................ 1-58 Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-57 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels ........................................ 5-88 Child Restraint Pad ...................................... 5-85 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................................. 5-86 Fabric/Carpet .............................................. 5-83 Finish Care ................................................. 5-87 Glass Surfaces ............................................ 5-85 Instrument Panel ......................................... 5-85 Interior Plastic Components ........................... 5-85 Cleaning (cont.) Leather ...................................................... 5-85 Tires .......................................................... 5-88 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-89 Vinyl .......................................................... 5-85 Washing Your Vehicle ................................... 5-86 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-86 Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ....... 5-87 Climate Control System ................................... 3-24 Air Filter, Passenger Compartment ................. 3-30 Outlet Adjustment ........................................ 3-26 Rear .................................................. 3-27, 3-29 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ..................... 1-45 Compact Overhead Console ............................. 2-48 Compact Spare Tire ........................................ 5-82 Content Theft-Deterrent .................................... 2-25 Content Theft-Deterrent System ........................ 2-61 Content Theft-Deterrent System, Arming and Disarming ................................................... 2-62 Control of a Vehicle .......................................... 4-5 Convenience Center ........................................ 2-53 Convenience Net ............................................ 2-52 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ............................ 3-41 Engine Temperature Warning Message ........... 3-48 Heater, Engine ............................................ 2-32 Cooling System .............................................. 5-28 Cruise Control Lever ....................................... 3-10 Cupholder(s) .................................................. 2-47 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation .................................. 7-7 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... 7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ........................... 7-4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... 7-2 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities .......................................... 7-5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors .... 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ............................................ 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ................................... 7-10 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-11 Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp System ...................................................... 3-14 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4-2 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting ................ 2-56 Delayed Lighting ............................................. 3-17 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................... 5-4 Dome Lamp ................................................... 3-16 Door Driver Ajar Warning Message ................................. 3-51 Dual Sliding Doors ....................................... 2-12 Last Door Closed Locking ............................. 2-10 Locks .......................................................... 2-8 Power Door Locks ....................................... 2-10 Power Sliding Door ...................................... 2-15 Power Sliding Warning Message .................... 3-50 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............. 2-11 Position, Safety Belt ..................................... 1-34 Driver Information Center (DIC) ......................... 3-53 Driving At Night ..................................................... 4-15 City ........................................................... 4-19 Defensive ..................................................... 4-2 Drunken ....................................................... 4-2 Freeway ..................................................... 4-20 Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. 4-22 In Rain and on Wet Roads ........................... 4-16 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ................. 4-29 Winter ........................................................ 4-24 Dual Trip Odometers ....................................... 3-35 DVD Entertainment System ................................. 3-108 E Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...................................... 5-92 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-92 Headlamp Wiring ......................................... 5-92 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-93 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...... 5-92 Underhood Fuse Block ................................. 5-96 Windshield Wiper Fuses ............................... 5-92 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-18 Battery ....................................................... 5-39 Change Oil Message ................................... 3-50 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ............ 3-42 Coolant ...................................................... 5-23 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-32 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-41 Coolant Temperature Warning Message .......... 3-48 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-39 Oil ............................................................. 5-14 Overheated Protection Operating Mode ........... 5-28 Overheating ................................................ 5-26 Starting ...................................................... 2-31 Entering Programming Mode ............................ 2-55 Entertainment System .................................... 3-108 Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-16 Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................. 7-9 Exit Lighting ................................................... 3-17 Exiting Programming Mode ............................... 2-64 Extender, Safety Belt ....................................... 1-47 Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-14 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 5-18 Finish Damage ............................................... 5-89 Fixed Mast Antenna ....................................... 3-121 Flash-to-Pass ................................................... 3-8 Flat Tire ........................................................ 5-68 Flat Tire, Changing ......................................... 5-69 Flat Tire, Storing ............................................. 5-80 Flip and Fold Rear Seats .................................. 1-7 Fluid Automatic Transaxle ..................................... 5-20 Power Steering ........................................... 5-34 Windshield Washer ...................................... 5-35 Front Reading Lamps ...................................... 3-18 Front Seat Storage Net .................................... 2-50 ............................................................... 5-5 Fuel Additives ...................................................... 5-6 California Fuel .............................................. 5-6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container .................... 5-10 Filling Your Tank ........................................... 5-8 Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-7 Fuel (cont.) Fuses Gage ......................................................... 3-45 Gasoline Octane ........................................... 5-5 Gasoline Speciﬁcations .................................. 5-5 Low Warning Message ................................. 3-52 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ........................... 5-92 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ......................... 5-93 Underhood Fuse Block ................................. 5-96 Windshield Wiper ......................................... 5-92 Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-41 Fuel .......................................................... 3-45 Speedometer .............................................. 3-35 Tachometer ................................................. 3-37 Garage Door Opener ....................................... 2-43 Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5-5 Speciﬁcations ............................................... 5-5 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-47 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ............................................. 7-5 Hatch Ajar Warning Message ............................ 3-51 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-6 Head Restraints ............................................... 1-6 Headlamp Wiring ............................................ 5-92 Headlamps .................................................... 5-46 Bulb Replacement ....................................... 5-45 Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp System .................................... 3-14 Flash-to-Pass ............................................... 3-8 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ......................................... 5-48 Halogen Bulbs ............................................ 5-45 High/Low Beam Changer ................................ 3-8 Heater ........................................................... 3-24 Highbeam On Light ......................................... 3-45 Highway Hypnosis ........................................... 4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads .................................. 4-22 HomeLink® Transmitter .................................... 2-43 HomeLink® Transmitter, Programming ................ 2-44 Hood Checking Things Under ................................ 5-10 Release ..................................................... 5-11 Horn ............................................................... 3-6 How to Use This Manual ...................................... ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................... 1-34 I Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-30 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-51 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure .................................. 5-59 Instrument Panel Brightness .................................................. 3-15 Cluster ....................................................... 3-33 Overview ..................................................... 3-4 Switchbank ................................................. 3-19 Interior Lamp Override ..................................... 3-16 Interior Lamps Control ..................................... 3-15 Jump Starting ................................................. 5-40 Keyless Entry System ....................................... 2-4 Keys ............................................................... 2-3 Labelling, Tire Sidewall .................................... 5-54 Lamps Battery Run-Down Protection ......................... 3-19 Cargo ........................................................ 3-18 Dome ........................................................ 3-16 Lamps (cont.) Exterior ...................................................... 3-14 Front Reading ............................................. 3-18 Interior Control ............................................ 3-15 Interior Override .......................................... 3-16 Rear Reading ............................................. 3-18 Last Door Closed Locking ................................ 2-10 Last Door Locking ........................................... 2-58 LATCH System Child Restraints ........................................... 1-60 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ........................................ 1-62 Latches, Side Window ..................................... 2-23 Level Control .................................................. 4-35 Liftgate .......................................................... 2-20 Light Airbag Readiness ........................................ 3-38 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-40 Brake System Warning ................................. 3-39 Highbeam On ............................................. 3-45 Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-42 Safety Belt Reminder ................................... 3-37 TCS Warning Light ...................................... 3-40 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning .......... 3-40 Lighting Delayed ..................................................... 3-17 Entry ......................................................... 3-16 Exit ........................................................... 3-17 Lockout Deterrent ........................................... 2-58 Lockout Protection .......................................... 2-11 Locks Automatic Door ........................................... 2-57 Door ........................................................... 2-8 Last Door Closed Locking ............................. 2-10 Lockout Protection ....................................... 2-11 Power Door ................................................ 2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ............. 2-11 Loss of Control ............................................... 4-13 Low Fuel Warning Message ............................. 3-52 Low Oil Pressure Message ............................... 3-49 Luggage Carrier .............................................. 2-50 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services ........................... 6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ........................................... 6-9 At Least Once a Month .................................. 6-9 At Least Once a Year .................................. 6-10 Introduction .................................................. 6-2 Maintenance Footnotes .................................. 6-7 Maintenance Record .................................... 6-15 Maintenance Requirements ............................. 6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ......... 6-14 Owner Checks and Services ........................... 6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............. 6-12 Scheduled Maintenance ................................. 6-4 Using Your ................................................... 6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-42 Manual Seats ................................................... 1-3 Manual Windows ............................................ 2-22 Message Center ....................................................... 3-46 Change Engine Oil ...................................... 3-50 Charging System Indicator ............................ 3-48 Door Ajar Warning ....................................... 3-51 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ............. 3-48 Low Fuel Warning ....................................... 3-52 Low Oil Pressure ......................................... 3-49 PASS-Key® III Security ................................. 3-52 Power Sliding Door Warning ......................... 3-50 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning .............................. 3-51 Service Traction System Warning ................... 3-46 Traction Active ............................................ 3-47 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-41 Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-41 Outside Heated Mirrors ................................ 2-42 Outside Power Mirrors .................................. 2-41 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7-3 New Vehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-29 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ............ 6-14 O Odometer ...................................................... 3-35 Odometers, Dual Trip ...................................... 3-35 Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-12 Oil Engine ....................................................... 5-14 Pressure Message ....................................... 3-49 Older Children, Restraints ................................ 1-48 Online Owner Center ........................................ 7-3 OnStar® System ............................................. 2-42 Other Warning Devices ...................................... 3-6 Outlet Adjustment ............................................ 3-26 Outside Convex Mirror ............................................. 2-41 Heated Mirrors ............................................ 2-42 Power Mirrors ............................................. 2-41 Overhead Console .......................................... 2-48 Overhead Console Switchbank .......................... 3-20 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode .......................................... 5-28 Owner Checks and Services .............................. 6-9 Owners, Canadian ............................................... ii Park Aid ........................................................ 3-20 Park (P) Shifting Into ................................................ 2-37 Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-38 Parking Assist ........................................................ 3-20 Brake ........................................................ 2-36 Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-39 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ..................... 3-30 Passing ......................................................... 4-12 PASS-Key® III ................................................ 2-27 PASS-Key® III Operation .................................. 2-27 PASS-Key® III Security Message ....................... 3-52 Power Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-23 Door Locks ................................................. 2-10 Electrical System ......................................... 5-92 Rear Quarter Windows ................................. 2-24 Retained Accessory (RAP) ............................ 2-31 Six-Way Seats .............................................. 1-4 Sliding Door ................................................ 2-15 Sliding Door Warning Message ...................... 3-50 Steering Fluid ............................................. 5-34 Windows .................................................... 2-23 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ................................ 1-47 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ................. 2-11 Programming Mode Entering ..................................................... 2-55 Exiting ....................................................... 2-64 Programming the HomeLink® Transmitter ........... 2-44 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ......... 1-33 Radiator Pressure Cap .................................... 5-26 Radios .......................................................... 3-56 AM-FM Radio ............................................. 3-57 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ............... 3-120 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ................ 3-121 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ....................... 3-121 Radio with Cassette and CD ......................... 3-84 Radio with CD .................................... 3-59, 3-69 Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................ 3-94 Rear Seat Audio .............................. 3-114, 3-116 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ........................................ 3-56 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ................................ 3-56 Radios (cont.) Theft-Deterrent .......................................... 3-118 Understanding Reception ............................ 3-119 Rear Climate Control System ................... 3-27, 3-29 Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message .................... 3-51 Rear Reading Lamps ...................................... 3-18 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...................... 1-45 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ........................ 3-114, 3-116 Rear Seat Operation ......................................... 1-6 Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts .................. 1-42 Rear Storage Area .......................................... 2-51 Rearview Mirrors ............................................. 2-41 Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 1-4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................. 6-12 Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 4-34 Remote Driver Unlock Control ........................... 2-59 Remote Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation ............ 2-5 Remote Lock and Unlock Conﬁrmation ............... 2-60 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire .................................................. 5-73 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-70 Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-51 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government .................................. 7-11 General Motors ........................................... 7-11 United States Government ............................ 7-10 10 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems ................... 1-88 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash .................................................. 1-89 Restraint Systems Checking .................................................... 1-88 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-89 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-31 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-42 Roadside Assistance Program ....................................... 7-6 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out .................... 4-29 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ....... 2-40 Safety Belt Safety Belts Pretensioners .............................................. 1-47 Reminder Light ............................................ 3-37 Stowage, Second Row Seat ........................... 1-6 Care of Safety Belts and Built-in Child Restraint Harness ..................................... 5-86 Driver Position ............................................ 1-34 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................ 1-34 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..... 1-33 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults ...................................... 1-45 Rear Seat Passengers ................................. 1-42 Safety Belts (cont.) Right Front Passenger Position ...................... 1-42 Safety Belt Extender .................................... 1-47 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ................. 1-42 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ....................... 1-28 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................ 1-41 Safety Warnings and Symbols .............................. iii Scheduled Maintenance ..................................... 6-4 Seats Bucket Seats, Rear ...................................... 1-15 Captain Chairs ............................................ 1-21 Flip and Fold Feature .................................... 1-7 Head Restraints ............................................ 1-6 Manual ........................................................ 1-3 Rear Seat Operation ...................................... 1-6 Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... 1-4 Six-Way Power Seats .................................... 1-4 Split Bench Seats ......................................... 1-8 ............................................ 1-25 Stowable Seat Second Row Safety Belt Stowage ....................... 1-6 Secondary Latch System ................................. 5-78 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................... 1-62 Rear Seat Position ...................................... 1-62 Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-64 Security Message, PASS-Key® III ...................... 3-52 Service ........................................................... 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle .............................................. 5-5 Doing Your Own Work ................................... 5-4 11 Service (cont.) Engine Soon Light ....................................... 3-42 Publications Ordering Information ................... 7-11 Traction System Warning Message ................. 3-46 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .............. 1-88 Setting the Time Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ......... 3-56 Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ..... 3-56 Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-89 Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-37 Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-38 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-41 Side Window Latches ...................................... 2-23 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change .......................... 3-7 Sliding Door, Power ........................................ 2-15 Sliding Doors, Dual ......................................... 2-12 Spare Tire Installing .................................................... 5-73 Removing ................................................... 5-70 Storing ....................................................... 5-80 Speciﬁcations, Capacities ................................. 5-99 Speedometer .................................................. 3-35 Split Bench Seats ............................................. 1-8 Starting Your Engine ....................................... 2-31 Steering ........................................................ 4-10 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ....................... 3-118 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ................................. 3-6 Storage Areas ................................................ 2-47 Compact Overhead Console .......................... 2-48 Convenience Center ..................................... 2-53 12 Storage Areas (cont.) Convenience Net ......................................... 2-52 Cupholder(s) ............................................... 2-47 Front Seat Storage Net ................................ 2-50 Glove Box .................................................. 2-47 Luggage Carrier .......................................... 2-50 Overhead Console ....................................... 2-48 Rear Storage Area ....................................... 2-51 Stowable Seat ................................................ 1-25 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...................... 4-28 Sun Visors ..................................................... 2-24 Switchbanks ................................................... 3-19 Overhead Console ....................................... 3-20 Switchbanks, Instrument Panel .......................... 3-19 Tachometer .................................................... 3-37 Taillamps Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps .... 5-50 TCS Warning Light .......................................... 3-40 Theft-Deterrent, Radio .................................... 3-118 Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-25 Content Theft-Deterrent ................................ 2-25 PASS-Key® III ............................................. 2-27 PASS-Key® III Operation .............................. 2-27 Tilt Wheel ........................................................ 3-6 Tires ............................................................. 5-53 Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning .......................... 5-88 Buying New Tires ........................................ 5-62 Chains ....................................................... 5-66 Changing a Flat Tire .................................... 5-69 Cleaning .................................................... 5-88 Compact Spare Tire ..................................... 5-82 If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-68 Inﬂation -- Tire Pressure ............................... 5-59 Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-60 Installing the Spare Tire ................................ 5-73 Removing the Flat Tire ................................. 5-73 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ............... 5-70 Secondary Latch System .............................. 5-78 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............ 5-80 Tire Sidewall Labelling .................................. 5-54 Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions .................... 5-56 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-63 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-64 Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-64 When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... 5-61 Top Strap ...................................................... 1-57 Top Strap Anchor Location ............................... 1-58 Towing Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 4-34 Towing a Trailer .......................................... 4-36 Your Vehicle ............................................... 4-34 Traction Transaxle Active Message ........................................... 3-47 Control System (TCS) .................................... 4-8 Control System Warning Light ....................... 3-40 Service Traction System Warning Message ..... 3-46 Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 5-20 Transaxle Operation, Automatic ......................... 2-33 Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-7 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ............... 3-20 Understanding Radio Reception ....................... 3-119 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-63 Vehicle Control ........................................................ 4-5 Damage Warnings ........................................... iv Symbols ......................................................... iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders .................................................... 7-9 13 Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) ............................................. 5-91 Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label ................... 5-91 Vehicle Personalization .................................... 2-55 Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System ............................. 2-62 Automatic Door Locks .................................. 2-57 Content Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 2-61 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting ............. 2-56 Entering Programming Mode ......................... 2-55 Exiting Programming Mode ........................... 2-64 Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent ........ 2-58 Remote Driver Unlock Control ....................... 2-59 Remote Lock and Unlock Conﬁrmation ........... 2-60 Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-26 Visors ........................................................... 2-24 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-32 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-6 Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-6 Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv 14 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance .......................... 5-64 Replacement ............................................... 5-64 Where to Put the Restraint ............................... 1-57 Windows ....................................................... 2-22 Manual ...................................................... 2-22 Power ........................................................ 2-23 Power Rear Quarter ..................................... 2-24 Side Window Latches ................................... 2-23 Windshield Backglass, and Wiper Blades, Cleaning .......... 5-87 Windshield Washer ........................................... 3-9 Fluid .......................................................... 5-35 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...................................... 5-52 Fuses ........................................................ 5-92 Windshield Wipers ......................................... 3-9 Winter Driving ................................................ 4-24 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System .............. 3-121 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................... 6-2 2005 Chevrolet Venture Owner Manual M Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1 Front Seats ............................................... 1-3 Rear Seats ............................................... 1-6 Safety Belts ............................................. 1-28 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-48 Airbag System ......................................... 1-78 Restraint System Check ............................ 1-88 Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1 ........................................................ 2-3 ....................................... 2-8 ................................................. 2-22 ............................ 2-25 ........... 2-29 .................................................... 2-41 ...................................... 2-42 ............................. 2-43 ......................................... 2-47 ............................. 2-55 Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1 .......................... 3-4 ...................................... 3-24 ........ 3-32 ....................................... 3-46 Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Mirrors OnStar® System HomeLink® Transmitter Storage Areas Vehicle Personalization Instrument Panel Overview Climate Controls Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators Message Center Driver Information Center (DIC) Audio System(s) Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Towing .................. 3-53 ....................................... 3-56 Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1 ..... 4-2 ................................................... 4-34 Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1 Service ..................................................... 5-3 Fuel ......................................................... 5-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ............... 5-10 Bulb Replacement .................................... 5-45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ......... 5-52 Tires ...................................................... 5-53 Appearance Care ..................................... 5-83 Vehicle Identiﬁcation ................................. 5-91 Electrical System ...................................... 5-92 Capacities and Speciﬁcations ..................... 5-99 Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1 ................................ 6-2 Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1 ........... 7-2 ........................... 7-10 Index ................................................................ 1 Customer Assistance and Information Reporting Safety Defects Maintenance Schedule Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the name VENTURE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Keep this manual in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is ever needed when you are on the road. If the vehicle is sold, leave this manual in the vehicle. How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they ﬁrst receive their new vehicle. If this is done, it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle. Pictures and words work together in the owner manual to explain things. Index A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 05VENTURE A First Edition ©Copyright General Motors Corporation 05/17/04 All Rights Reserved ii Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. {CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you do not, you or others could be hurt. You will also ﬁnd a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Do Not,” “Do Not do this” or “Do Not let this happen.” iii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this manual you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. There are also warning labels on the vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a speciﬁc component, control, message, gage, or indicator. If you need help ﬁguring out a speciﬁc name of a component, gage, or indicator, reference the following topics: (cid:127) Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 (cid:127) Climate Controls in Section 3 (cid:127) Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3 (cid:127) Audio System(s) in Section 3 (cid:127) Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv (cid:127) (cid:127) These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: ✍ NOTES vi Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............................................................2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System .........................2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...........2-5 Doors and Locks .............................................2-8 Door Locks ....................................................2-8 Power Door Locks ........................................2-10 Last Door Closed Locking ..............................2-10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..............2-11 Lockout Protection ........................................2-11 Dual Sliding Doors ........................................2-12 Power Sliding Door (PSD) ..............................2-15 Liftgate ........................................................2-20 Windows ........................................................2-22 Manual Windows ..........................................2-22 Power Windows ............................................2-23 Side Window Latches ....................................2-23 Power Rear Quarter Windows ........................2-24 Sun Visors ...................................................2-24 Theft-Deterrent Systems ..................................2-25 Content Theft-Deterrent .................................2-25 PASS-Key® III ..............................................2-27 PASS-Key® III Operation ...............................2-27 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ................2-29 New Vehicle Break-In ....................................2-29 Ignition Positions ..........................................2-30 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................2-31 Starting Your Engine .....................................2-31 Engine Coolant Heater ..................................2-32 Automatic Transaxle Operation .......................2-33 Parking Brake ..............................................2-36 Shifting Into Park (P) .....................................2-37 Shifting Out of Park (P) .................................2-38 Parking Over Things That Burn .......................2-39 Engine Exhaust ............................................2-39 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked .......2-40 Mirrors ...........................................................2-41 Manual Rearview Mirror .................................2-41 Outside Power Mirrors ...................................2-41 Outside Convex Mirror ...................................2-41 Outside Heated Mirrors ..................................2-42 OnStar® System .............................................2-42 HomeLink® Transmitter ...................................2-43 Programming the HomeLink® Transmitter .........2-44 Storage Areas ................................................2-47 Glove Box ...................................................2-47 Cupholder(s) ................................................2-47 Compact Overhead Console ...........................2-48 Overhead Console ........................................2-48 Front Seat Storage Net .................................2-50 Luggage Carrier ...........................................2-50 2-1 Section 2 Features and Controls Rear Storage Area ........................................2-51 Convenience Net ..........................................2-52 Convenience Center ......................................2-53 Vehicle Personalization ...................................2-55 Entering Programming Mode ..........................2-55 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting ..............2-56 Automatic Door Locks ...................................2-57 Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent .........2-58 Remote Driver Unlock Control ........................2-59 Remote Lock and Unlock Conﬁrmation .............2-60 Content Theft-Deterrent System ......................2-61 Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System ...............................2-62 Exiting Programming Mode .............................2-64 2-2 Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.

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2005 Chevrolet Venture Owners Manual