tow CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 2006 1.G Owner's Manual

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine
Running
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with
the engine running. Your vehicle could move
suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK
(P) with the parking brake rmly set.
If you have four-wheel drive and your transfer
case is in NEUTRAL, your vehicle will be free
to roll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P).
So be sure the transfer case is in a drive
gear — not in NEUTRAL.
And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine
running, it could overheat and even catch re.
You or others could be injured. Do not leave
your vehicle with the engine running unless
you have to.If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine
running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and the
parking brake is rmly set before you leave it. After you
move the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular
brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift
lever away from PARK (P) without rst pulling it
toward you. If you can, it means that the shift lever was
not fully locked into PARK (P).
Torque Lock
If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your
transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the
vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl
in the transmission. You may nd it difficult to pull the
shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called torque lock. To
prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then
shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s
seat. To nd out how, seeShifting Into Park (P) on
page 2-41.
When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of
PARK (P) before you release the parking brake.
If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another
vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the
pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission, then
you will be able to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
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{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle
if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with
the parking brake rmly set. Your vehicle can
roll. Do not leave your vehicle when the engine
is running unless you have to. If you have left
the engine running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be injured. To
be sure your vehicle will not move, even when
you are on fairly level ground, always set your
parking brake and move the shift lever to
PARK (P).
{CAUTION:
Four-wheel drive vehicles with the transfer
case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll,
even if your shift lever is in PARK (P). So, be
sure the transfer case is in a drive gear — not
in NEUTRAL. Always set your parking brake.Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not
move. SeeShifting Into Park (P) on page 2-41.
If you are pulling a trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on
page 4-62.
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®and Compass
Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming rearview
mirror with a compass and the OnStar®system.
There are three additional buttons for the OnStar
®
system. See your dealer for more information on the
system and how to subscribe to OnStar®. SeeOnStar®
System on page 2-57for more information about the
services OnStar®provides.
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Passenger Airbag Indicator
The vehicle may be equipped with a passenger airbag
indicator, on the mirror glass, just above the buttons.
For more information, seePassenger Sensing System
on page 1-63andPassenger Airbag Status Indicator
on page 3-35.
Cleaning the Mirror
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar
material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray
glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause
the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with Compass
Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming rearview
mirror with a compass.
Mirror Operation
When turned on, this mirror automatically dims to the
proper level to minimize glare from any headlamps
behind you after dark.
O(On/Off): This is the on/off button for the automatic
dimming feature and compass. Press the far left button,
located below the mirror face, for up to three seconds
to turn the feature on and off. A light on the mirror will be
lit while the feature is turned on.
Compass Operation
Press the on/off button once to turn the compass
on or off.
There is a compass display in the window in the upper
right corner of the mirror face. The compass displays
a maximum of two characters. For example, “NE”
is displayed for north-east.
Compass Calibration
Press and hold the on/off button down for nine seconds
to activate the compass calibration mode. CAL will
be displayed in the compass window on the mirror.
The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in
circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display
reads a direction.
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Passenger Airbag Indicator
The mirror may be equipped with a passenger airbag
indicator on the mirror glass, just above the buttons.
If the vehicle has this feature, the mirror will display the
word ON, or an airbag symbol in Canada, when the
passenger airbag is enabled. SeePassenger Sensing
System on page 1-63for more information.
Cleaning the Mirror
Use a paper towel or similar material dampened with
glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the
mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter
the mirror housing.
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors
If your vehicle is equipped with this trailer towing type
mirror, they can be adjusted so you can have a
clear view of the objects behind you. Pull out the mirror
head to extend it for better visibility when towing a
trailer.
These mirrors can also be manually folded in. On the
lower portion of the mirror is a convex mirror. A convex
mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from
the driver’s seat.
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Use the following instructions for the proper storage
sequence and location for each panel:
A. Secure the rst secondary strap.
B. Secure the last secondary strap.
C. Put the rest of the strap system
towards the top of the lid and tray.2. Starting with cargo panel 1, load the cargo panel
with latches up and facing away from you.
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3. Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with
latches down and facing toward you.4. Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with
latches up and facing away from you.
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7. Push the latches away from you, starting with the
left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should
hear a click when each latch locks.
Folding and Storage of Straps
To store the folding straps do the following:
1. Extend the six strap ends on a at surface.
2. Fold the four strap ends towards the center as
shown.
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Removing the Tonneau Cover
1. Starting at the rear corner of the driver’s side of the
vehicle, pull the loop (F) toward you and then pull
up so the plastic lip (E) releases from the channel in
the rear rail (D) and the side rail (C).2. Pull the back of the cover out from the rear rail (D).
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3. Roll the cover toward the front of the vehicle. The
plastic lip (E) will release from the siderails (C) as
you roll the cover forward.4. Stow the cover using the buckles and the straps
attached to the front rail.
You can also store the tonneau cover outside of the
vehicle or use the storage bag included.
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4. Remove the front rail by rst twisting up the edge
nearest you, to clear the midgate seals, and then
pulling it out from the side rails.5. Stow both bows and the front and rear rails in the
storage bag. When all components of the tonneau
cover are secured in the bag properly, zip the
bag shut.
Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tonneau cover
using the following suggestions:
When reinstalling the front rail, start by holding the
back edge of the rail up and then twisting the back
edge down while pushing it into place.
Both bows are the same size and therefore
interchangeable.
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