CHEVROLET COLORADO 2007 1.G Owners Manual

Removing the Tailgate
Follow these steps if you want to remove the
tailgate:
1. With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly
on the entire tailgate assembly.
Remove the retaining
cables from both sides of
the tailgate by pulling the
clips away from the bolt
heads while pushing the
cable bracket forward.
When the larger part of
the hole on the bracket
is over the bolt, slide the
bracket off of the bolt.
2. With the tailgate partially down, lift up on
the passenger’s side and pull the tailgate
toward you, then move the tailgate to the
right to release the driver’s side. You can
then remove the entire tailgate assembly.
Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tailgate.
Make sure it is secure.To partially lower the tailgate do the following:
1. With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly
on the entire tailgate assembly.
2. Remove the
retaining cable
from the passenger
side of the tailgate
by pulling the
clip away from the
bolt head while
pushing the cable
bracket forward.
When the larger part of the hole on the bracket
is over the bolt, slide the bracket off of the bolt.
3. Slide the lower end tting onto the top bolt.
The tailgate will now stay in the partially
opened position.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the driver side.
If you would like to close the tailgate, the bracket
cannot be in the partially opened position and
must be anchored on the bottom bolt, using the
top position on the bracket.
Tailgate Partially Down
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Windows
{CAUTION:
Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets
in a vehicle with the windows closed is
dangerous. They can be overcome by
the extreme heat and suffer permanent
injuries or even death from heat stroke.
Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a
pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the
windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Manual Windows
On a vehicle with manual windows, use the
handle on each door to open and close each
window.
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Power Windows
{CAUTION:
Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets
in a vehicle with the windows closed is
dangerous. They can be overcome from
extreme heat in warm or hot weather and
suffer permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke.
Leaving children in a vehicle with the
ignition key is dangerous for many
reasons, children or others could be badly
injured or even killed. They could operate
the power windows or other controls or
even make the vehicle move. The windows
will function with the keys in the ignition
and they could be seriously injured or killed
if caught in the path of a closing window.
Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children.
When there are children in the rear seat
use the window lockout button to prevent
unintentional operation of the windows.The power window
switches for all windows
are located on the
driver’s door armrest.
In addition, each
passenger’s door has
its own switch.
The power windows will work when the ignition
is in ACC (Accessory) or ON or while Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active. SeeRetained
Accessory Power (RAP) on page 121.
Pull the front of the switch up to raise the window.
Press the front of the switch down to lower the
window.
Do not hold all four power window switches
down for several seconds after the windows
have been completely lowered or raised,
because the vehicle may blow a fuse.
Crew Cab Switches
Shown
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Express-Down Windows
The driver’s window has an express-down
feature that allows the window to be lowered
fully without continuously holding the switch.
Press the front of the switch past the rst
position to activate the express-down mode.
The express-down mode can be canceled at
any time by pulling up on the switch.
Window Lockout
o
(Window Lockout):If you have a crew cab
vehicle with power windows, you will also
have a window lockout button located forward
of the window switches. This feature disables the
passenger’s window switches when the window
lockout button is pressed. To turn the lockout
feature on or off, press the window lockout button.
A red band on the side of the button can be
seen when the windows are not locked out.
Sliding Rear Window
If your vehicle has this feature, squeeze the latch
in the center of the window and slide the glass
to open it.
When you close the window, be sure the latch is
engaged.
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Sun Visors
To block glare, pull the sun visor down. It can also
be detached from the center mount and moved
to the side to block glare from that direction.
Visor Vanity Mirror
The passenger’s side sun visor may have a
mirror. Pull down the visor to access the mirror.
Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some
cities. Although your vehicle has a number of
theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we
put on it can make it impossible to steal.
Content Theft-Deterrent
If your vehicle has
the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) system,
the vehicle has a
content theft-deterrent
alarm system.
To activate the content theft-deterrent system:
1. Close all the doors.
2. Lock the doors with the RKE transmitter.
The security light, located on the instrument
panel cluster, will ash.
If the lock button on the RKE transmitter is
pressed, but a door is open, the horn will chirp
six times. Press the lock button again, within
three seconds, and the doors will lock. Close the
open door and the system will be activated.
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If a locked door is not opened using the RKE
transmitter, or by OnStar®, the pre-alarm will
go off. If the engine is not started or unlock not
pressed within 10 seconds, the front turn
signal lamps will ash for two minutes, and the
horn will sound for two minutes, then will turn off
to save the battery power.
Remember, the theft-deterrent system will not
activate if you lock the doors with a key, the
manual door lock, or power door lock switch.
The system can only be activated using the
RKE transmitter, or by OnStar
®. SeeOnStar®
System on page 149for additional information.
You should also remember that you can start your
vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm
has been set off.
Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by
accident:
If you do not want to activate the
theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should be
locked with the door key after the doors
are closed.
Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter.
Unlocking a door any other way will set off
the alarm.If you set off the alarm by accident, you can turn
off the alarm by pressing unlock on the RKE
transmitter. The alarm will not stop if you try to
unlock a door any other way.
Testing the Alarm
To test the alarm:
1. From inside the vehicle, activate the system
by locking the doors with the RKE transmitter.
2. Unlock the door with the manual door lock and
open the door. This should set off the alarm.
3. To turn the alarm off, press the unlock button
on the RKE transmitter or start the engine.
If the alarm does not sound when it should but
the lights ash, check to see if the horn works.
The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse,
seeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 433.
If the alarm does not sound or the front turn signal
lamps do not ash, see your dealer/retailer for
service.
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Passlock®
Your vehicle has the Passlock®theft-deterrent
system.
Passlock
®is a passive theft-deterrent system.
Passlock®enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder
is turned with a valid key. If an incorrect key is
used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with,
the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle will
not start.
During normal operation, the security light will turn
off approximately ve seconds after the engine
is started. SeeSecurity Light on page 196.
If the engine stalls and the security light ashes,
wait about 10 minutes until the light stops
ashing before trying to restart the engine.
Remember to release the key from START as
soon as the engine starts.If the engine does not start after three tries,
the vehicle needs service.
If the engine is running and the security light
comes on, you will be able to restart the engine if
you turn the engine off. However, your Passlock
®
system is not working properly and must be
serviced by your dealer/retailer. Your vehicle is
not protected by Passlock
®at this time. See your
dealer/retailer for service.
In an emergency, call the Roadside Assistance
Center. SeeRoadside Assistance Program
on page 466.
Do not leave the key or device that disarms
or deactivates the theft deterrent system in
the vehicle.
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Starting and Operating
Your Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice:Your vehicle does not need an
elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in
the long run if you follow these guidelines:
Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h)
or less for the rst 500 miles (805 km).
Do not drive at any one constant speed,
fast or slow, for the rst 500 miles
(805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts.
Avoid downshifting to brake, or slow,
the vehicle.
Avoid making hard stops for the
rst 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this
time the new brake linings are not yet
broken in. Hard stops with new linings
can mean premature wear and earlier
replacement. Follow this breaking-in
guideline every time you get new
brake linings.
Do not tow a trailer during break-in.
SeeTowing a Trailer on page 306for
the trailer towing capabilities of your
vehicle and more information.
Following break-in, engine speed and load
can be gradually increased.
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Ignition Positions
With the key in
the ignition switch,
you can turn to
four different
positions.
LOCK (A):This position locks the ignition. It also
locks the transmission on automatic transmission
vehicles. It will locks the steering wheel on manual
transmission vehicles when the key is removed.
It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be
able to remove your key when the ignition is
turned to LOCK.If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition
switch cannot be turned to LOCK unless the
shift lever is in PARK (P).
Notice:Using a tool to force the key from
the ignition switch could cause damage
or break the key. Use the correct key and turn
the key only with your hand. Make sure the
key is all the way in. If it is, turn the steering
wheel left and right while you turn the key
hard. If none of this works, then your vehicle
needs service.
ACC (ACCESSORY) (B):This is the position in
which you can operate your electrical accessories
or items plugged into the accessory power
outlets. On automatic transmission vehicles,
this position unlocks the ignition. On manual
transmission vehicles, it unlocks the ignition and
steering wheel. Use this position if your vehicle
must be pushed or towed.
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ON (C):This is the position that the switch
returns to after you start your engine and release
the switch. The switch stays in ON when the
engine is running. But even when the engine is
not running, you can use ON to operate the
electrical accessories and to display some
instrument panel cluster warning and indicator
lights. The transmission is also unlocked in
this position on automatic transmission vehicles.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key in
the ACC or ON position with the engine off. You
may not be able to start your vehicle if the battery is
allowed to drain for an extended period of time.
START (D):This is the position that starts the
engine. When the engine starts, release the key.
The ignition switch returns to ON for driving.
When the engine is not running, ACC and ON
allows you to operate the electrical accessories,
such as the radio or items plugged into the
accessory power outlets.A warning tone will sound if you open the driver’s
door when the ignition is in ACC or LOCK and
the key is in the ignition.
Key In the Ignition
Never leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as it
is an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If you
leave the key in the ignition and park your vehicle,
a chime will sound, when you open the driver’s
door. Always remember to remove your key from
the ignition and take it with you. This will lock
your ignition and transmission. Also, always
remember to lock the doors.
The battery could be drained if you leave the
key in the ignition while your vehicle is parked.
You may not be able to start your vehicle after
it has been parked for an extended period
of time.
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