CHEVROLET C3500 HD 2002 4.G Manual Online

2-38 Headlamps On Reminder
A tone will sound when the headlamps are turned on and
the key is turned to OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY. If
you need to use the headlamps when the key is turned to
OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY, the buzzer can be turned
off by turning the thumbwheel next to the exterior lamps
control all the way down.
Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
DRL can be helpful in many different driving
conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the
short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully
functional daytime running lamps are required on all
vehicles first sold in Canada.The DRL system will make your headlamps come on
at a reduced brightness when the following conditions
are met:

the ignition is on,

the exterior lamps control is off and

the parking brake is released.
When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on.
The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won't be on.
Your instrument panel won't be lit up either.
When it begins to get dark, your DRL indicator light is a
reminder to turn the exterior lamps control to the
headlamp position on. The other lamps that come on
with your headlamps will also come on.
When you turn off the exterior lamps control, the regular
lamps will go off, and your headlamps will change to
the reduced brightness of DRL.
To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking
brake. The DRL will stay off until you release the
parking brake.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.

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Interior Lamps
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
This feature controls the brightness of the instrument
panel lights.
The thumbwheel for this feature is located to the right of
the exterior lamps control.
Turn the thumbwheel up to brighten the lights or down
to dim them.
When the thumbwheel is moved to the first position, the
radio display and transmission selection display will go
to full intensity. The instrument panel cluster will be
dimly lit.
Moving the thumbwheel up to the next position will
activate the interior dome lamps
Illuminated Entry
Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated
entry feature.
When a door is opened, the dome lamps will come on if
the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position.
When all the doors are closed, the lamps will stay on for
a short period of time and will then go out. If the DOME
OVERRIDE button is pressed in, the lamps will not
come on.
Front Reading Lamps (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has reading
lamps, press the button
located next to each lamp
to turn the lamp on or off.
The lamps can be adjusted
to point in the direction
you want.

2-40 Dome Lamp
The dome lamp will come on when you open a door.
You can also turn the dome lamp on by turning the
thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps control,
all the way up to the second notch. In this position, the
dome lamp will remain on whether a door is opened
or closed.
You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button, located
near the exterior lamp control, to set the dome lamps to
come on automatically when a door is opened, or to
remain off. To turn the lamps off, press the button into
the in position, the dome lamps will remain off when a
door is open. To return the lamps to automatic operation,
press the button again and return it to the out position.
With the button in this position, the dome lamps will
come on when you open a door.
Cargo Lamp (If Equipped)
Press the top of the switch
to turn the cargo lamp on.
Press the bottom of the
switch to turn it off.
The dome lamp must be on and one of the doors open
for the cargo lamp to work.

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Mirrors
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Push the tab under the mirror rearward to reduce glare
from headlamps behind you after dark. Pull the tab
forward for normal daytime operation.
Outside Manual Adjust Mirrors
Adjust your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the
side of your vehicle and have a clear view of any objects
behind you. Some mirrors can be folded in, to enter
narrow doorways.
The use of hood
-mounted air deflectors and add-on
convex mirror attachments may adversely affect mirror
performance.

2-42 Camper-Type Outside Mirrors
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the camper-type
mirrors, they can be adjusted so that you can have a
clear view of any objects that may be beside or
behind you.
1. To adjust the mirrors when hauling a slide-in camper
or towing a trailer, turn the mirror by pushing the
mirror head toward the front of the vehicle.

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2. Turn the mirror head, so that the mirror surface faces
the rear of the vehicle.
West Coast-Type Outside Mirrors
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the west coast-type
mirrors, they can be adjusted so that you can have
a clear view of any objects that may be beside or
behind you.
A. Outer Mirror Frame
B. Mirror Head
C. Nut
The mirrors can be adjusted by turning the mirror
head (B) and moving the outer mirror frame (A)
backward or forward. You can also loosen the nut (C)
on the top and bottom of the outer mirror frame to tilt
the mirror head.

2-44 Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger's side mirror may be convex. A convex
mirror's surface is curved so you can see more from the
driver's seat.
CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
Storage Compartments
Your vehicle includes a number of storage
compartments for storage of often
-used items.
Some vehicles have storage areas in the instrument
panel. Use these spaces for items such as gloves or
small books.
Some models have a storage pocket on each of the front
doors and some vehicles may have a storage area behind
the seat.
Glove Box
To open your glove box, move the button toward the
passenger's side and pull the door open.
Instrument Panel Cupholder
Your vehicle has a cupholder located in the middle of
the instrument panel.
To use the cupholder, pull
the handle and slide the
cupholder tray open.
To close the cupholder, slide it back into the
instrument panel.

2-45 Armrest Storage Compartment
(If Equipped)
Your vehicle may have a center armrest storage
compartment in the front bench seat.
To open it, fold down the armrest and press the latch
handle located at the front of the armrest. Then, let the
lid pop up and swing open.
The storage compartment has a cassette/compact disc
holder. The holder will store up to five compact disc
cases and up to six cassette tape cases.
The storage compartment also has a folding writing
table on top of the armrest lid.
To use the writing table, pull the latch at the rear of the
table and swing the writing table forward. Use it to hold
a pad of paper and a pen.

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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
The ashtray is located at the bottom of the instrument
panel. Pull on the notch in the ashtray door to open it.
NOTICE:
If you store paper or other things that burn in
your ashtrays, they could be set on fire by
cigarettes or other smoking materials. That could
cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle.
Do not store papers and other things that burn in
your ashtrays.
To remove the front ashtray, press the retainer spring
and pivot the ashtray toward you. To reinstall the
ashtray, place the bottom part of the ashtray on the pivot
bar at the bottom of its mounting on the instrument
panel. Then turn the ashtray back to its original position.
Accessory Power Outlets
With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary
electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or
CB radio.
Two accessory power outlets are located near the
cigarette lighter.
To use the outlets, lift the cover. When you are not using
them, always close the cover.
Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlet and could result in
blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a
problem, see your dealer for additional information on
accessory power outlets.
NOTICE:
Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle
can damage it or keep other things from working
as they should. This wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Check with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment, and never use anything that
exceeds the amperage rating.

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When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow
the proper installation instructions included with the
equipment.
NOTICE:
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory bracket
from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet
can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Sun Visors
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also swing them out to help block glare at the front
and side windows.
Some visors have an extender on the inside edge. When
the visor is down, pull the extender out for extra glare
coverage at the front or side.
Some visors have mirrors with lamps. If the mirror has
lamps, they will come on when you lift the mirror cover.