instrument panel CHEVROLET KODIAK 2007 Repair Manual

Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
The coolant surge tank pressure cap is located in
the engine compartment, on the driver’s side of
the vehicle.
Notice:Your vehicle’s surge tank pressure cap
is designed for use with medium-duty cooling
systems only. If the surge tank pressure cap is
not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible
engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is
properly and tightly secured.
Engine Overheating
You will find an engine coolant temperature gage,
as well as a low coolant warning light, on your
vehicle’s instrument panel. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Gage on page 173andLow Coolant
Warning Light on page 173for more information.
Your vehicle also has a check gages warning light
on the instrument panel. SeeCheck Gages
Warning Light on page 180for more information.
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
{CAUTION:
Steam from an overheated engine can
burn you badly, even if you just open the
hood. Stay away from the engine if you
see or hear steam coming from it. Just
turn it off and get everyone away from the
vehicle until it cools down. Wait until
there is no sign of steam or coolant
before you open the hood.
If you keep driving when your engine is
overheated, the liquids in it can catch re.
You or others could be badly burned.
Stop your engine if it overheats, and get
out of the vehicle until the engine is cool.
Notice:If your engine catches re because
you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle
can be badly damaged. The costly repairs
would not be covered by your warranty.
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Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces
A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to
remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is
necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a
mild soap solution can be used to gently remove
dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers
on plastic surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and
coatings that are sold to preserve and protect
soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the
appearance and feel of your interior and are
not recommended. Do not use silicone or
wax-based products, or those containing organic
solvents to clean your vehicle’s interior because
they can alter the appearance by increasing
the gloss in a non-uniform manner.
Some commercial products may increase gloss on
your instrument panel. The increase in gloss
may cause annoying reflections in the windshield
and even make it difficult to see through the
windshield under certain conditions.
Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
{CAUTION:
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you
do, it may severely weaken them. In a
crash, they might not be able to provide
adequate protection. Clean safety belts
only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During
very cold, damp weather frequent application may
be required. SeePart C: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 397.
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Vehicle Identication
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It
appears on a plate in the front corner of the
instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see
it if you look through the windshield from outside
your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the
Certification/Tire and Service Parts labels and the
certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identication
The eighth character in the VIN is the engine
code. This code will help you identify your vehicle’s
engine, specifications, and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identication Label
You will find this label in a location determined by
the body manufacturer. It is very helpful if you
ever need to order parts. On this label, you will find
the following:
•VIN
•Model designation
•Paint information
•Production options and special equipment
Do not remove this label from the vehicle.
Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice:Do not add anything electrical to your
vehicle unless you check with your dealer
rst. Some electrical equipment can damage
your vehicle and the damage would not
be covered by your warranty. Some add-on
electrical equipment can keep other
components from working as they should.
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block
There are two instrument panel fuse blocks located behind the instrument panel on the passenger’s side of
the vehicle. Be sure to replace fuses with fuses of the same rating. Do not use fuses of higher amperage
than those indicated on the fuse block.
Fuse Usage
1 Stoplamps
2 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
3 Parking LampsFuse Usage
4 Powertrain Control Module
5 Auxiliary Wiring
6 Heater/Air Conditioning
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Customer Assistance and
Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important
to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any
concerns with the sales transaction or the
operation of your vehicle will be resolved by
your dealer’s sales or service departments.
Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions
of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
If your concern has not been resolved to your
satisfaction, the following steps should be taken:
STEP ONE:Discuss your concern with a member
of dealership management. Normally, concerns
can be quickly resolved at that level. If the
matter has already been reviewed with the sales,
service or parts manager, contact the owner
of the dealership or the general manager.STEP TWO:If after contacting a member of
dealership management, it appears your concern
cannot be resolved by the dealership without further
help, contact the GM Medium Duty Truck Customer
Assistance Center at 1-800-862-4389. In Canada,
contact GM of Canada Customer Communication
Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777
(English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
We encourage you to call the toll-free number
in order to give your inquiry prompt attention.
Please have the following information available to
give the Customer Assistance Representative:
•Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This is
available from the vehicle registration or title,
or the plate at the top left of the instrument
panel and visible through the windshield.
•Dealership name and location.
•Vehicle delivery date and present mileage
(kilometers).
When contacting Chevrolet, please remember
that your concern will likely be resolved at
a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you
follow Step One first if you have a concern.
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A
Accessory Power Outlet(s).......................... 156
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar
Equipment................................................ 240
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle....................................................... 81
Additives, Fuel............................................ 252
Add-On Electrical Equipment....................... 340
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine............................. 280
Air Conditioning........................................... 157
Air Conditioning System.............................. 320
Air Pressure Gage...................................... 183
Air Shift Control........................................... 114
Air Suspension............................................ 129
Air Suspension Seats.................................... 13
Airbag
Off Light.................................................. 166
Readiness Light....................................... 165
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic
Module (SDM).......................................... 409
Airbag System............................................... 68
Adding Equipment to Your
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......................... 81
Airbag Off Switch....................................... 76
How Does an Airbag Restrain?.................. 73
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..... 80Airbag System (cont.)
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?.................. 73
What Will You See After an Airbag
Inflates?................................................. 74
When Should an Airbag Inflate?................. 72
Where Are the Airbags?............................. 70
AM-FM Radio.............................................. 186
Antenna, Fixed Mast................................... 204
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................... 212
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light....... 172
Anti-Lock Brakes, Trailer System
Warning Light........................................... 172
Appearance Care
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 337
Care of Safety Belts................................ 334
Chemical Paint Spotting........................... 338
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.............. 335
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.......... 331
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 333
Finish Care.............................................. 335
Finish Damage......................................... 338
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 334
Sheet Metal Damage............................... 337
Tires........................................................ 337
Underbody Maintenance........................... 338
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials.......... 339
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Care of
Safety Belts............................................. 334
Your Cassette Tape Player....................... 202
Your CD Player........................................ 204
Your CDs ................................................. 203
Center Console Storage Area...................... 135
Center Passenger Position, Safety Belts........ 37
Charging System Light................................ 167
Check
Engine Light............................................ 174
Gages Warning Light............................... 180
Checking Things Under the Hood................ 266
Chemical Paint Spotting.............................. 338
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems............................. 49
Infants and Young Children........................ 45
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..... 57
Older Children........................................... 42
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
Outside Seat Position............................. 58
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center
Rear Seat Position (Crew Cab) or
Center Front Position.............................. 60
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position................................. 63
Where to Put the Restraint................. 54, 55
Chime Level Adjustment.............................. 204Cigarette Lighter.......................................... 157
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels........ 337
Exterior Lamps/Lenses............................. 335
Fabric/Carpet........................................... 333
Finish Care.............................................. 335
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 331
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.................................... 334
Tires........................................................ 337
Underbody Maintenance........................... 338
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 335
Weatherstrips........................................... 334
Windshield and Wiper Blades................... 336
Climate Control System............................... 157
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 160
Rear Heating System............................... 161
Collision Damage Repair............................. 410
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 210
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 173
Heater, Engine......................................... 111
Low Warning Light................................... 173
Surge Tank Pressure Cap........................ 288
Cooling System........................................... 290
Cruise Control............................................. 146
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E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 340
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 341
Fusible Links............................................ 341
Headlamp Wiring..................................... 341
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 342
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 341
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 344
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 341
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 280
Alarm and Automatic Shutdown................ 104
Battery..................................................... 304
Change Engine Oil Light.......................... 176
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 174
Checks Before Operating......................... 109
Coolant...........................................284, 287
Coolant Heater......................................... 111
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 173
Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake................... 112
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 355
Exhaust................................................... 131
Exhaust Restrictor.................................... 108
Fan Breakage.......................................... 250Engine (cont.)
Fan Noise................................................ 294
High Idle System..................................... 106
Oil ...................................................268, 272
Oil Life System.......................276, 278, 279
Overheating............................................. 288
Overspeed Warning Light......................... 177
Reduced Power Light............................... 179
Shutdown Warning Light.......................... 177
Speed Limiter.......................................... 164
Starter Over-Crank Protection.................... 97
Starting Your Diesel................................. 100
Starting Your Gasoline............................... 97
Entry Lighting.............................................. 154
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 409
Exhaust Brake Indicator Light...................... 178
Exhaust Restrictor....................................... 108
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 41
Exterior Lamps............................................ 150
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 280
Filter Minder Gage...................................... 182
Finish Damage............................................ 338
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................... 204
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Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 142
Flat Tire...................................................... 330
Fluid
Automatic Transmission............................ 282
Manual Transmission................................ 283
Power Steering........................................ 295
Windshield Washer.................................. 296
Four-Wheel Drive...............................119, 312
Front Axle................................................... 313
Front Wheel Bearings with Oil-Filled Hubs ... 319
Fuel............................................................ 251
Additives.................................................. 252
Diesel Engine Fuel................................... 253
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 266
Filling Your Tank...................................... 264
Filter........................................................ 317
Filter Replacement................................... 263
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 264
Gage....................................................... 181
Gasoline Octane...................................... 251
Gasoline Specifications............................ 251
Primary Filter and Water Separator.......... 317
Running Out of Fuel................................ 262
Secondary Filter and Water Separator/
Heater.................................................. 318
Very Cold Weather Operation................... 256
Water in Fuel........................................... 256Fuel (cont.)
Water in Warning Light............................ 182
What Fuel to Use.................................... 253
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 341
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 342
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 344
Windshield Wiper..................................... 341
G
Gage
Air Pressure............................................. 183
Check Gages Warning Light..................... 180
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 173
Filter Minder............................................ 182
Fuel......................................................... 181
Hourmeter................................................ 183
Oil Pressure............................................. 175
Speedometer........................................... 163
Tachometer.............................................. 163
Transmission Temperature........................ 178
Voltmeter Gage........................................ 168
Gasoline
Octane..................................................... 251
Specifications........................................... 251
Gasoline Engine, Starting.............................. 97
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.......... 407
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H
Hazard Warning Flashers............................ 142
Headlamp Wiring......................................... 341
Headlamps
Bulb Replacement.................................... 315
Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 151
High/Low Beam Changer......................... 144
On Reminder........................................... 150
Heater......................................................... 157
High Idle System......................................... 106
Highbeam On Light..................................... 179
Highway Hypnosis....................................... 229
Hill and Mountain Roads............................. 230
Hood
Checking Things Under............................ 266
Latches.................................................... 267
Horn............................................................ 142
Hourmeter Gage.......................................... 183
How to Use This Manual................................ 4
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............... 26
Hydraulic Brake Systems............................. 211
I
Ignition Positions........................................... 96
Infants and Young Children, Restraints .......... 45
Inflation - Tire Pressure............................... 322
Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 140
Switchbank.............................................. 154
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 152
Cluster..................................................... 162
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 305
K
Keyless Entry System................................... 87
Keys............................................................. 86
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