windshield wipers CHEVROLET COLORADO 2007 1.G Owners Manual

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
157

The tilt lever is located on the left side of the
steering column, under the turn signal lever.
To tilt, hold the steering wheel and pull the tilt lever
toward you. Move the wheel to a comfortable
level, then release the tilt lever to lock the wheel
in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
GTurn and Lane Change Signals. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 163.
53Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.
SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on
page 165.
Flash-to-Pass. SeeFlash-to-Pass on page 165.
NWindshield Wipers. SeeWindshield Wipers
on page 165.
LWindshield Washer. SeeWindshield
Washer on page 166.
JCruise Control. SeeCruise Control on
page 166.
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
53(Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer):
To change the headlamps from low to high beam,
push the lever toward the instrument panel.
To return to low-beam headlamps, pull the
multifunction lever toward you. Then release it.
When the high beams
are on, this indicator
light on the instrument
panel cluster will also
be on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps
to signal a driver in front of you that you want to
pass. It works even if the headlamps are in the
automatic position.
To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you,
then release it.If your headlamps are in the automatic position
or on low beam, your high-beam headlamps will
turn on. They will stay on as long as you hold the
lever toward you. The high-beam indicator on the
instrument panel cluster will come on. Release
the lever to return to normal operation.
Windshield Wipers
You control the windshield wipers by turning the
band with the wiper symbol on it.
The windshield wipers work in all ignition positions,
except off. This includes the Retained Access
Power mode. SeeRetained Accessory Power
(RAP) on page 121.
8(Mist):For a single wiping cycle, turn the band
to mist. Hold it there until the wipers start. Then let
go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want
more wipes, hold the band on mist longer.
N(Delay):You can set the wiper speed for a
long or short delay between wipes. This can be very
useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose
the delay time. The closer to the top of the lever,
the shorter the delay.
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6(Low Speed):For steady wiping at low
speed, turn the band away from you to the
rst solid position past the delay settings.
1(High Speed):For high-speed wiping,
turn the band to the second solid position past
the delay settings.
9(Off):To stop the wipers, move the band to off.
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper
blades before using them. If they’re frozen to
the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.
If your blades do become worn or damaged,
get new blades or blade inserts.
Windshield Washer
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer uid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
QL(Washer Fluid):There is a paddle marked
with the windshield washer symbol at the top
of the multifunction lever. To spray washer uid on
the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will
clear the window and then either stop or return to
your preset speed.
Cruise Control
The cruise control
set button is located
at the end of the
multifunction lever.
9(Off):Move the lever to this position to turn
the system off.
R(On):Move the lever to this position to turn the
system on.
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Notice:Machine compounding or aggressive
polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint
nish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive
waxes and polishes that are made for a
basecoat/clearcoat paint nish on your vehicle.
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and
other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar,
tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial
chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s nish if
they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle
as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive
cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces
to remove foreign matter.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging,
weather and chemical fallout that can take their
toll over a period of years. You can help to
keep the paint nish looking new by keeping your
vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible.
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly
to keep their luster. Washing with water is all
that is usually needed. However, you may use
chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim,
if necessary.Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid
damaging protective trim, never use auto or
chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean
aluminum. A coating of wax, rubbed to high polish,
is recommended for all bright metal parts.
Windshield and Wiper Blades
Clean the outside of the windshield with glass
cleaner.
Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth
or paper towel soaked with windshield washer
uid or a mild detergent. Wash the windshield
thoroughly when cleaning the blades. Bugs, road
grime, sap, and a buildup of vehicle wash/wax
treatments may cause wiper streaking. Replace
the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged.
Wipers can be damaged by:
Extreme dusty conditions
Sand and salt
Heat and sun
Snow and ice, without proper removal
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V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 250
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Loading.................................................... 293
Parking Your............................................ 137
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy............ 478
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).......................................... 432
Service Parts Identication Label.............. 432
Ventilation Adjustment.................................. 180
Visors.......................................................... 115
W
Warning Lights,
Gages and Indicators............................... 181
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 202
Hazard Warning Flashers......................... 162
Other Warning Devices............................ 162
Safety and Symbols..................................... 4
Vehicle Damage.......................................... 5Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..................... 396
Different Size........................................... 394
Replacement............................................ 396
Where to Put the Restraint............................ 54
Windows..................................................... 112
Manual..................................................... 112
Power...................................................... 113
Sliding Rear............................................. 114
Windshield
Washer.................................................... 166
Washer Fluid........................................... 356
Wiper Blade Replacement........................ 375
Wiper Blades, Cleaning............................ 427
Wiper Fuses............................................ 433
Wipers..................................................... 165
Winter Driving............................................. 286
X
XM Radio Messages................................... 240
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System......... 244
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment............... 440
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