CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 2007 2.G Owners Manual

Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
To reinstall a cargo panel do the following.
1. You can either leave the strap system
attached to the side of the cargo area while it
is not in use, or you can store it inside the
top box storage compartment. SeeTop-Box
Storage on page 191for more information.2. Starting with cargo panel 1, place the latches
in the unlocked position. Place cargo panel 1
on the cargo area rails while holding the
back of the cargo panel up.
Push the panel forward until it is snug against
the midgate and then let the back of the
panel down being sure that the pegs align
with the receivers.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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3. Push both left latches away from you to lock
the latches. Remember that there are four
latches total for panel 1. You should hear a
click when each latch locks. Lock the
remaining two right latches on panel 1.
For any cargo cover panel you must lock the
left latch in place before you can lock the right
latch. If you do not follow this exactly, the cargo
cover panels may not lock in place correctly.4. Install cargo cover 2 next. Place the latches in
the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover
panel on the cargo area rails while holding
the back of the cargo panel up.
Push the panel forward until it is snug against
the other panel and then let the back of the
panel down being sure that the pegs align with
the receivers.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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5. 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 correctly.6. Install cargo cover 3 next. Place the latches in
the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover
panel on the cargo area rails while holding
the back of the cargo panel up.
Push the panel forward until it is snug against
the other panel and then let the back of the
panel down being sure that the pegs align
with the receivers.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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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 inside the top box
storage compartment, do the following:
1. Extend the six strap ends on a at surface.
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2. Fold the four primary strap ends towards the
center as shown.
3. Take the short strap and surround the folded
webbing, forming a package.4. Take the secondary strap and wrap it around
the package. Finally, attach the hooks to
the webbing and place inside the top
box storage compartment.
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Cargo Tie Downs
Cargo tie downs are located in the rear cargo area
that can be used to secure cargo.
The tie downs can also be used to secure the
cargo cover panel strap system or the tonneau
cover storage bag, if equipped. For more
information see “Cargo Cover Panels” earlier in
this section andTonneau Cover on page 192.
All-Weather Cargo Area
Your vehicle has the ability to operate in many
different congurations--cargo panels on or off,
Midgate
®up or down, rear glass in or out. The
vehicle has features to help it resist the elements
and protect cargo inside the cargo area. Your
vehicle is designed to quickly direct water out of the
cargo box. The top drain grates, side rail channels,
catch cups, Midgate
®drain, cargo area oor drains
and the rubber cargo mat help do this.
Even when all of these things are working properly
and the cover system is on, there may be some
instances (heavy rains, automated car washes,
etc.) when water may be present in the
following areas:
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A. Top drain grates
B. Removable front
drain grate (Midgate
®
drain gate)
C. Side rail channels
and catch cups
D. Front drainsE. Water drainage
area around both
sides of the box and
the tailgate side
F. Rear drains
G. Cargo oor
H. Cargo mat
Maintenance and Cleaning
To ensure that the water management system
performs properly, be sure that the Midgate®,
tailgate and cover system are fully closed and that
all parts are clean and not blocked with debris.
Follow the instructions given next in this section for
the proper procedures on cleaning each item.
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Top Drain Grates – Removal
and Cleaning
The top drain grates are located near the rear
glass on both sides of the vehicle. Clean the
grates and drains if there is a blockage.To remove each drain grate, do the following:
1. Remove the cargo panels or tonneau cover.
SeeCargo Cover Panels on page 173or
Tonneau Cover on page 192for more
information.
2. Grasp the edges of the grate and pull it
out from the vehicle. Flush the drain with
clean water.
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To replace the drain grate do the following:
1. Line up the clips on the vehicle with the slots
in the grate.
2. When you are sure that the clips are aligned
with the slots, push the grate down rmly.
The grate should clip into place. Do not force
the grate if it will not clip into place; realign the
clips with the holes and try again.Side Rail Channels
The side rail channels are located on top of both
sides of the cargo area. Flush them out with
clean water debris collects inside of them.
When loading cargo into the cargo area, be careful
not to damage the rails.
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Midgate®Drain Grate Removal
and Cleaning
The Midgate®drain grate is located near the base
of the Midgate®in the cargo area. You will nd
a removable drain grate covering the drain.After hauling dirt, wood chips, pebbles etc. you will
need to ush the Midgate
®drain with water. But
rst you will have to remove the drain grate
by using the following steps:
1. Lower the Midgate
®. SeeMidgate®on
page 105for more information.
2. Pull up on the rear side of the drain grate.
3. Tilt the drain grate away from you and pull it
straight out.
Reverse the procedure to reinstall the drain grate.
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