climate control CHEVROLET COLORADO 2007 1.G Owners Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems
....................... 7
Front Seats
.............................................. 9
Rear Seats
............................................. 17
Safety Belts
............................................ 20
Child Restraints
...................................... 44
Airbag System
........................................ 77
Restraint System Check
......................... 96
Features and Controls
................................ 99
Keys
..................................................... 101
Doors and Locks
.................................. 106
Windows
............................................... 112
Theft-Deterrent Systems
....................... 115
Starting and Operating Your
Vehicle
.............................................. 118
Mirrors
.................................................. 141OnStar®System
................................... 149
Storage Areas
...................................... 153
Sunroof
................................................ 156
Instrument Panel
....................................... 157
Instrument Panel Overview
................... 160
Climate Controls
................................... 177
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
.......................................... 181
Driver Information Center (DIC)
............ 198
Audio System(s)
................................... 206
Driving Your Vehicle
................................. 245
Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle
..................................... 246
Towing
................................................. 299
2007 Chevrolet Colorado Owner ManualM
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
Also, in this manual you will nd 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 specic component,
control, message, gage, or indicator.
If you need help guring out a specic name of
a component, gage, or indicator, reference
the following topics:
Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1
Features and Controls in Section 2
Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3
Climate Controls in Section 3
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in
Section 3
Audio System(s) in Section 3
Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5
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Running the Engine While Parked
It is better not to park with the engine running. But if
you ever have to, here are some things to know.
{CAUTION:
Idling the engine with the climate control
system off could allow dangerous exhaust
into your vehicle. See the earlier caution
underEngine Exhaust on page 139.
Also, idling in a closed-in place can let
deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your
vehicle even if the climate control fan is
at the highest setting. One place this
can happen is a garage. Exhaust — with
CO — can come in easily. NEVER park
in a garage with the engine running.
Another closed-in place can be a blizzard.
SeeWinter Driving on page 286.
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your
vehicle if the automatic transmission 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 it is on fairly
level ground, always set the parking brake
and move the automatic transmission
shift lever to PARK (P), or the manual
transmission shift lever to NEUTRAL.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 160
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 162
Other Warning Devices............................. 162
Horn.......................................................... 162
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 162
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 163
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 164
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 165
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 165
Windshield Wipers..................................... 165
Windshield Washer.................................... 166
Cruise Control........................................... 166
Exterior Lamps.......................................... 170
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 171
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 171
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 172
Fog Lamps................................................ 173
Exterior Cargo Lamps................................ 174
Interior Lamps........................................... 174
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 174
Dome Lamp.............................................. 174Dome Lamp Override................................ 175
Exit Lighting.............................................. 175
Electric Power Management...................... 175
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 175
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 176
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 177
Climate Controls......................................... 177
Climate Control System............................. 177
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 180
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 181
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 182
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 183
Trip Odometer........................................... 183
Tachometer............................................... 183
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 184
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 184
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 185
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 186
Battery Warning Light................................ 188
Up-Shift Light (Manual Transmission)........ 189
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The main components of your vehicle’s instrument panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 180.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 163.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 182.
D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 162.
E. Passenger Side Airbag. SeeAirbag System
on page 77.
F. Exterior Lamp Controls. SeeExterior Lamps
on page 170. Fog Lamps (If Equipped).
SeeFog Lamps on page 173. Exterior
Cargo Lamps. SeeExterior Cargo Lamps
on page 174.
G. Parking Brake Release. SeeParking Brake
on page 133.H. Horn. SeeHorn on page 162.
I. Traction Control Button or Four-Wheel Drive
Buttons. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on
page 253andFour-Wheel Drive on page 129.
J. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 206.
K. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s)
and Cigarette Lighter on page 177.
L. Climate Control System. SeeClimate Control
System on page 177.
M. Accessory Power Outlet. SeeAccessory
Power Outlet(s) on page 176.
N. Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator.
SeePassenger Airbag Status Indicator
on page 186.
O. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 153.
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Dome Lamp Override
E(Dome Override):Press this button, located
below the exterior lamp control, to turn the
dome lamp off even when a door is opened.
SeeExterior Lamps on page 170for more
information on location.
To return the lamp to automatic operation,
press the button again.
Exit Lighting
With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come
on when you remove the key from the ignition.
The lamps will not come on if the dome override
button is pressed in.
Electric Power Management
The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM)
that estimates the battery’s temperature and state
of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best
performance and extended life of the battery.When the battery’s state of charge is low, the
voltage is raised slightly to quickly put the charge
back in. When the state of charge is high, the
voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging.
If the vehicle has a voltmeter gage, you may
see the voltage move up or down. This is normal.
If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed.
The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical
loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles.
This is because the generator (alternator) may not
be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the
power that is needed for very high electrical loads.
A high electrical load occurs when several of the
following loads are on: headlamps, high beams,
fog lamps, rear window defogger, climate
control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine
cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged
into accessory power outlets.Battery Run-Down Protection
This feature shuts off the dome lamp if it is left
on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition
is in LOCK. This will help prevent your battery
from running down.
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Accessory Power Outlet(s)
Your vehicle may have accessory power outlets.
With accessory power outlets you can plug in
auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular
telephone or CB radio.
Your vehicle may have two accessory power
outlets located on the lower part of the instrument
panel below the climate control system and
there may be one located on the rear of the
center console. A small cap must be pulled down
to access an accessory power outlet. When
not using an outlet be sure to cover it with the
protective cap.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always
unplug electrical equipment when not in use
and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the
maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes.
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 any electrical equipment to
your vehicle may damage it or keep other
components from working as they should.
The repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding
maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes.
Check with your dealer/retailer before adding
electrical equipment.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to
follow the proper installation instructions included
with the equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet
can cause damage not covered by your
warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory
or accessory bracket from the plug because
the power outlets are designed for accessory
power plugs only.
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Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter
Your vehicle may have a removable ashtray
and cigarette lighter.
The ashtray is located in the center console
area. The ashtray can be removed for cleaning.
When the ashtray is removed, this area can
also be used as a cupholder.
Notice:If you put papers, pins, or other
ammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes
or other smoking materials could ignite
them and possibly damage your vehicle.
Never put ammable items in the ashtray.
To use the lighter, press it in all the way, and let
go. When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while
it is heating does not let the lighter back
away from the heating element when it is hot.
Damage from overheating can occur to the
lighter or heating element, or a fuse could
be blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter
in while it is heating.
Climate Controls
Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating,
cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle.
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Recirculation is only available in the bi-level and
vent modes. It should only be used while in bi-level
and vent modes. Recirculation is not available,
and the light will not come on or ash while in heat,
oor, oor/defog, or defrost modes.
#(Air Conditioning):Press this button to turn
the air conditioning system on or off. An indicator
light on the button will come on to let you know
the air conditioning is activated. When the system
is on, this setting cools and dehumidies the
air entering your vehicle.
The air conditioning will not function if the fan is
turned off.
You may notice a slight change in engine
performance when the air conditioning compressor
shuts off and turns on again. This is normal.
The system is designed to make adjustments to
help with fuel economy while still maintaining
the selected temperature.The air conditioning system removes moisture
from the air, so you may sometimes notice a
small amount of water dripping underneath
your vehicle while idling or after turning off the
engine. This is normal.Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool
window glass. This can be minimized if the
climate control system is used properly. There
are two modes to clear fog or frost from your
windshield and side windows. Use the defog
mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and
warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to
remove fog or frost from the windshield more
quickly. For best results, clear all snow and
ice from the windshield before defrosting.
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Turn the mode knob on the climate control panel
clockwise to select the defog or defrost modes.
/(Floor/Defog):This mode directs the air to the
windshield, the side window outlets, and to the oor
outlets. When you select this mode, the system
runs the air conditioning compressor unless the
outside temperature is near freezing or below.
Recirculation is not available in this mode.
0(Defrost):This mode directs most of the
air to the windshield, and the side window outlets.
When you select this mode, the system runs
the air conditioning compressor unless the
outside temperature is near, or below freezing.
Recirculation is not available in this mode.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows
are clear.
Outlet Adjustment
Use the thumbwheel on the outlets to change the
direction of the air ow.
Lift up or push down on the thumbwheel located
in the center of the outlet to direct the air up
or down, or slide the thumbwheel to the left or
right to direct the airow from side-to-side.
Operation Tips

Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the
air inlets at the base of the windshield that
may block the ow of air into your vehicle.
Use of non-GM approved hood deectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
Keep the path under the front seats clear of
objects to help circulate the air inside of your
vehicle more effectively.
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