center console CHEVROLET EPICA 2005 1.G Owners Manual

Heated Seats
Your vehicle may have heated front seats.
The buttons are located on
the center console above
the ashtray.
There is a button for the driver’s seat and a button for
the passenger’s seat. Press the appropriate button
to turn on the heated seat feature. The indicator in the
button will light when the feature is on. Press the
button again to turn off the heated seat.
Reclining Seatbacks
If your vehicle has a
manual reclining seatback
lever, it is located on
the outboard side of
the seat.
To adjust the seatback, lift the lever and move the
seatback to where you want it. Release the lever and
push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
Pull up on the lever and the seatback will go to an
upright position.
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Keys...............................................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry System.........................2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation...........2-5
Doors and Locks.............................................2-7
Door Locks....................................................2-7
Central Door Unlocking System........................2-8
Power Door Locks..........................................2-8
Door Ajar Reminder........................................2-9
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-9
Lockout Protection........................................2-10
Trunk..........................................................2-10
Windows........................................................2-12
Power Windows............................................2-13
Sun Visors...................................................2-13
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-14
Theft-Deterrent System..................................2-14
Immobilizer..................................................2-15
Immobilizer Operation....................................2-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-17
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-17
Ignition Positions..........................................2-17Starting Your Engine.....................................2-18
Engine Coolant Heater..................................2-19
Automatic Transaxle Operation.......................2-20
Parking Brake..............................................2-24
Shifting Into Park (P).....................................2-25
Shifting Out of Park (P).................................2-26
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-27
Engine Exhaust............................................2-27
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked. . . .2-28
Mirrors...........................................................2-29
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-29
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror................2-29
Outside Power Mirrors...................................2-30
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-31
Outside Heated Mirrors..................................2-32
Storage Areas................................................2-32
Glove Box...................................................2-32
Cupholder(s)................................................2-32
Coinholder(s)................................................2-32
Sunglasses Storage Compartment...................2-33
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-33
Rear Seat Armrest........................................2-33
Sunroof.........................................................2-34
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Outside Heated Mirrors
When you operate the rear window defogger, the heated
driver’s and passenger’s outside power mirrors are
warmed to help clear them of ice and snow. See “Rear
Window and Outside Mirror Defogger” underClimate
Control System on page 3-19orAutomatic Climate
Control System on page 3-22for more information.
Storage Areas
Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the
handle upward.
Cupholder(s)
The cupholders are located in the center console and in
the rear seat center armrest. To use the front
cupholders, press the right side of the lid which will
cause the flip lid to automatically open towards the left
side. To use the rear cupholder, pull down the rear
seat center armrest.
Coinholder(s)
Your vehicle has a coinholder (A) located to the left of
the steering wheel on the instrument panel. There is also
a card holder (B) located at the top of the coinholder.
To use these feature, pull out the coinholder drawer.
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Sunglasses Storage Compartment
The sunglasses storage compartment is located on the
headliner. To open the sunglasses storage
compartment, press the rear part of the cover. To close
the compartment, pull up and push it until it latches.
Center Console Storage Area
The center console has two separate storage areas.
The upper compartment is also the armrest. To open the
upper compartment, pull up on the left lever and lift
the lid. To open the lower compartment, pull up on the
right lever and lift the lid. To close the compartments,
push down on the lid until it latches securely.
Rear Seat Armrest
Your vehicle’s rear seat armrest contains two cupholders
and a rear console storage area. To access the
cupholders, pull the armrest down from the rear
seatback. To access the rear console storage area, pull
up on the lever and lift the lid. To close the storage
area, lower the lid and push it down until it latches.
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Accessory Power Outlets
Your vehicle has an accessory power outlet. With an
accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary
electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or
CB radio.
The accessory power outlet is located on the front of
the center console below the front ashtray.
To use the outlet, remove the protective cap. When not
in use, always cover the outlet with the protective
cap. The accessory power outlet is operational when
the ignition is turned to ACC or ON.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn
off electrical equipment when not in use and do
not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum
amperage rating.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 the accessory power outlet.
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. Check with your
dealer 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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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
The front ashtray and cigarette lighter are located at the
lower part of the center instrument panel, behind a
cover. Press in the cover and it will automatically open.
To remove the front ashtray for cleaning, pull the bin
out. To replace, press the bin back into place.
The rear ashtray is located at the rear of the center
console. To remove the rear ashtray, press in the
retaining spring and pull the bin out. To replace the rear
ashtray, insert the bottom tabs first and then press in
the retaining spring and push the ashtray closed.
Notice:If you put papers 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.
The cigarette lighter is located to the right of the front
ashtray. To use it, turn the ignition to ACC or ON, push
the cigarette lighter 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 will not allow the lighter to back away from
the heating element when it is hot. Damage from
overheating may occur to the lighter or heating
element. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it
is heating.
Clock
Your vehicle has a digital clock located in the center of
the instrument panel. When the ignition is turned to
ACC or ON, the time is displayed in the digital clock.
There are three adjusting buttons for the digital clock:
H (Hour):To go forward one hour, press the H button
once. To go forward more than one hour, press and hold
the button until the correct hour is reached.
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B
Backglass Antenna..........................................3-62
Battery..........................................................5-34
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver......................3-15
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-21
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-6
Emergencies................................................ 4-7
Parking......................................................2-24
System Inspection.......................................6-24
System Warning Light..................................3-36
Brakes..........................................................5-31
Braking........................................................... 4-5
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-7
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-17
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-39
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)........5-42
Front Turn Signal Lamps..............................5-41
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-39
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-39
Headlamps.................................................5-40
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-44
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps........................................5-44
Buying New Tires...........................................5-56
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-6
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specifications............................5-83
Carbon Monoxide...................2-10, 2-27, 4-24, 4-35
Care of
Your CD Player...........................................3-62
Your CDs ...................................................3-61
CD Changer, Trunk-Mounted............................3-58
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-32
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-42
Chains, Tire...................................................5-59
Charging System Light....................................3-35
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-41
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-11
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-74
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-34
Infants and Young Children...........................1-30
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for
Children (LATCH System)..........................1-39
Older Children.............................................1-28
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for
the LATCH System...................................1-42
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SSafety Belt
Pretensioners..............................................1-27
Reminder Light............................................3-32
Reminder Tone............................................3-33
Safety Belts
Driver Position............................................1-16
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-15
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.....1-14
Rear Seat Passengers.................................1-24
Right Front Passenger Position......................1-23
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-27
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-23
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-10
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................1-22
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Seats
Driver Seat Tilt Adjuster................................. 1-3
Head Restraints............................................ 1-7
Heated Seats............................................... 1-5
Manual........................................................ 1-2
Manual Lumbar............................................. 1-4
Power Seat.................................................. 1-3
Rear Seat Operation...................................... 1-8
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-5
Securing a Child Restraint
Designed for the LATCH System...................1-42
Rear Seat Position......................................1-42
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-44
Selecting the Right Schedule, Maintenance.......... 6-5Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle.......................................... 5-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-41
Publications Ordering Information...................7-11
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-62
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-73
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-25
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-26
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance................ 6-7
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................1-22
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-7
Spare Tire
Installing....................................................5-63
Removing...................................................5-62
Storing.......................................................5-67
Specifications, Capacities.................................5-83
Speed Sensitive Power Steering (SSPS)
Warning Light.............................................3-37
Speedometer..................................................3-32
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-18
Steering.......................................................... 4-9
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection..............................6-23
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.........................3-61
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-32
Coinholder(s)..............................................2-31
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-31
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