key CHEVROLET SSR 2003 1.G Owners Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-6
Child Restraints
.......................................1-20
Airbag Systems
........................................1-40
Restraint System Check
............................1-52
Features and Controls..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-7
Windows
.................................................2-10
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................2-12
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........2-14
Mirrors
....................................................2-24
HomeLink
®Transmitter
.............................2-26
Storage Areas
.........................................2-31
Convertible Top
.......................................2-37
Vehicle Personalization
.............................2-44
Instrument Panel............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-2
Climate Controls
......................................3-18
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........3-22
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................3-41
Audio System(s)
.......................................3-58Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
...................................................4-30
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............5-10
Rear Axle
...............................................5-42
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................5-42
Bulb Replacement
....................................5-43
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........5-48
Tires
......................................................5-51
Appearance Care
.....................................5-72
Vehicle Identication
.................................5-80
Electrical System
......................................5-81
Capacities and Specications
.....................5-90
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
......5-91
Maintenance Schedule..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance Information.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance Information
.................. 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
............................ 7-8
Index................................................................ 1
2003 Chevrolet SSR Owner ManualM

The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the
mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more
likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For
pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making
safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Passenger Position
To learn how to wear the passenger’s safety belt
properly, seeDriver Position on page 1-12.
The passenger’s safety belt works the same way as
the driver’s safety belt — except for one thing. If
you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all
the way, you will engage the child restraint locking
feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back all
the way and start again.
Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you
should use it.
But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will
order you an extender. It is free. When you go in to
order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so
the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid
personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and
use it only for the seat it is made to t. The extender
has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing
child seats. To wear it, just attach it to the regular
safety belt. For more information, see the instruction
sheet that comes with the extender.
1-19

To turn off the passenger’s frontal airbag, insert your
ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch
to off position.United States
Canada
United States
Canada
1-50

The airbag off light, located on the roof panel above
the rearview mirror, will come on and stay on to let you
know that the passenger’s frontal airbag is off. See
Airbag Off Light on page 3-26. The passenger’s frontal
airbag will remain off until you turn it back on again.
{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light ever comes on
when you have turned off the passenger’s
frontal airbag, it means that something may be
wrong with the airbag system. The passenger’s
frontal airbag could inate even though the
switch is off. If this ever happens, do not let
anyone whom the national government has
identied as a member of a passenger airbag
risk group sit in the passenger’s position (for
example, do not secure a rear-facing child
restraint in your vehicle) until you have your
vehicle serviced.To turn the passenger’s frontal airbag on again, insert
your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move
the switch to the on position.United States
Canada
1-51

Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle
Airbags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.
There are parts of the airbag system in several places
around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual
have information about servicing your vehicle and the
airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see
Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-9.
{CAUTION:
For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is
turned off and the battery is disconnected, an
airbag can still inate during improper service.
You can be injured if you are close to an
airbag when it inates. Avoid yellow
connectors. They are probably part of the
airbag system. Be sure to follow proper
service procedures, and make sure the person
performing work for you is qualied to do so.
The airbag system does not need regular maintenance.
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems
Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder
light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors
and anchorages are working properly. Look for any
other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you
see anything that might keep a safety belt system
from doing its job, have it repaired.
Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a
crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt
is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
1-52

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
Power Door Locks..........................................2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks................2-8
Leaving Your Vehicle......................................2-9
Tailgate........................................................2-9
Windows........................................................2-10
Power Windows............................................2-11
Sun Visors...................................................2-12
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-12
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................2-12
Passlock
®....................................................2-14
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-14
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-14
Ignition Positions..........................................2-15
Starting the Engine.......................................2-16
Automatic Transmission Operation...................2-17
Parking Brake..............................................2-19
Shifting Into Park (P).....................................2-20
Shifting Out of Park (P).................................2-21
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-22
Engine Exhaust............................................2-22
Running the Engine While Parked...................2-23Mirrors...........................................................2-24
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-24
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
HomeLink
®...............................................2-24
Outside Power Heated Mirrors........................2-25
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-25
Outside Automatic Dimming Heated Mirror........2-26
HomeLink
®Transmitter...................................2-26
HomeLink®Wireless Control System...............2-26
HomeLink®Wireless Control
System Operation......................................2-27
Storage Areas................................................2-31
Glove Box...................................................2-31
Cupholder(s)................................................2-31
Instrument Panel Storage Area.......................2-31
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-31
Map Pocket.................................................2-31
Cargo Cover................................................2-32
Cargo Net System........................................2-36
Side-Saddle Storage.....................................2-37
Convertible Top..............................................2-37
Vehicle Personalization...................................2-44
Memory Seat...............................................2-44
Section 2 Features and Controls
2-1

Keys
{CAUTION:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition
key is dangerous for many reasons. They
could operate the power windows or other
controls or even make the vehicle move. The
children or others could be badly injured or
even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle
with children.
2-2

One key is used for the
ignition, the doors and all
locks except the center
console.Center Console Storage Area Key
A separate key is provided
for locking the center
console storage area.
If you need a new key, contact your dealer for
assistance. In an emergency, contact Chevrolet
Roadside Assistance. SeeRoadside Assistance
Program on page 7-5for more information.
Notice:If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle,
you may have to damage the vehicle to get in.
Be sure you have spare keys.
2-3

Remote Keyless Entry System
Your keyless entry system operates on a radio
frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes or modications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is
normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the
transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer
to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:
Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may need to stand closer during
rainy or snowy weather.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may
be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the
left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and
try again.
Check to determine if battery replacement is
necessary. See “Battery Replacement” under
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on
page 2-5.
If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualied technician for service.
2-4

Remote Keyless Entry System
Operation
You can lock and unlock your doors and cargo area
from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using
the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with
your vehicle.
W(Unlock):When you
press unlock, the driver’s
door will unlock
automatically, the parking
lamps may ash, the
horn may sound, and the
interior lights will turn on.
If your vehicle has the memory seat feature and you
have previously programmed a seat position, the driver’s
seat will move to that position when you press the
unlock button. SeeMemory Seat on page 2-44for
more information.
Q(Lock):Press lock to lock all the doors. Press lock
again within three seconds and the horn will chirp.
F(Cargo Cover Release):To release the cargo
cover, press the button with this symbol on it. The
convertible top must be all the way up or down for this
feature to work properly. The cargo cover can also
be released using the cargo cover release button
located in the glovebox. SeeCargo Cover on page 2-32
for more information.
L(Remote Alarm):Press the button with the horn
symbol on it, to sound the horn and make the
headlamps and taillamps ash for up to 30 seconds.
This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again,
or by waiting for 30 seconds, or by starting the vehicle.
You can program different feedback settings for up
to two drivers using the Driver Information Center (DIC).
For more information seeDriver Information
Center (DIC) on page 3-41.
2-5