climate control CHEVROLET UPLANDER 2007 1.G User Guide

When the System Does Not Seem to Work
Properly
The light may ash red when the vehicle is in
REVERSE (R) if the ultrasonic sensors are
not kept clean. So be sure to keep your rear
bumper free of mud, dirt, snow, ice and slush.
Other conditions that may affect system
performance include things like the vibrations from
a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes
on a very large truck. If after cleaning the
rear bumper and then driving forward at least
15 mph (25 km/h), the display continues to ash
red, see your dealer.
If a trailer was attached to your vehicle, or a
bicycle or an object was on the back of, or hanging
out of your liftgate during your last drive cycle,
the light may also ash red. The light will continue
to ash whenever in REVERSE (R) until your
vehicle is driven forward at least 15 mph (25 km/h)
without any obstructions behind the vehicle.
Accessory Power Outlet(s)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a front
accessory power outlet located below the climate
controls on the instrument panel. It can be
used to plug in electrical equipment such as a
cellular telephone or CB radio.
Pull the cover down to use the accessory power
outlet. When not in use, keep the cover on.
The rear accessory power outlet is located on the
rear compartment on the driver’s side.
To remove the cover, pull the tab on the cover
and pull it off. To put the cover back on, line up the
tabs at the back of the cover and put the cover
in place. Push down the tab to secure the cover.
When not in use, always cover the rear
accessory power outlet with the protective cap.
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 of
20 amperes.
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The power outlet is
located behind the third
row seats on the
passenger’s side rear
quarter trim panel.
The power outlet is not designed for the following
electrical equipment and may not work properly
if these items are plugged into the power outlet:
Equipment with high initial peak wattage
such as: compressor-driven refrigerators
and electric power tools.
Other equipment requiring an extremely stable
power supply such as:
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets,
touch sensor lamps, etc.
Cigarette Lighter
Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter. To use
the lighter, located on the instrument panel
below the climate controls, push 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 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, or a fuse could be
blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in
while it is heating.
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.
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Climate Controls
Climate Control System
With this system you can control the heating,
cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.
Operation
Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to direct the airow inside of your vehicle.To change the current mode, select one of the
following:
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
)(Bi-Level):This mode directs half of the air to
the instrument panel outlets, then directs the
remaining air to the oor outlets. Cooler air
is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to
the oor outlets.
6(Floor):This mode directs most of the air to
the oor outlets. Use this mode to send air to
the rear of the vehicle. Keep the area under the
front seats free of objects that could obstruct
airow to the rear of the vehicle.
The right knob can also be used to select defog or
defrost mode. For more information, see
“Defogging and Defrosting” later in this section.
Outside Air:This mode will be automatically
selected when your vehicle is in any mode except
maximum air conditioning.
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Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity, or 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.
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.
Turn the right knob to select the defog or
defrost mode.
-(Defog):This mode directs air to the
windshield and the oor outlets. When you select
this mode, the system runs the air-conditioning
compressor unless the outside temperature is at or
below freezing. The recirculation mode cannot
be selected while in the defog mode.
0(Defrost):This mode directs most of the air to
the windshield and the side window outlets, with
some air directed to the oor outlets. In this mode,
the system will automatically run the
air-conditioning compressor, unless the outside
temperature is at or below freezing. Recirculation
cannot be selected while in the defrost mode.Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows
are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
If your vehicle has a rear window defogger a
warming grid is used to remove fog from the rear
window.
window defogger on or off. An indicator light in the
button will come on to let you know that the
rear window defogger is activated.
The rear window defogger will turn off about
10 minutes after the button is pressed. If turned on
again, the defogger will only run for about
ve minutes before turning off. The defogger can
also be turned off by pressing the button again
or by turning off the engine.
Notice:Do not use anything sharp on the
inside of the rear window. If you do, you could
cut or damage the warming grid, and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license,
tape, a decal or anything similar to the
defogger grid.
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Dual Climate Control System
Your vehicle may have a dual climate control
system. With this system you can control the
heating, cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle.
Operation
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(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan
speed. Turn the knob to 0 to turn off the fan.
The fan must be turned on for the air conditioning
compressor to operate.Temperature Control:Use the driver’s and
passenger’s levers to increase or decrease the air
temperature inside your vehicle.
Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to direct the airow inside of your vehicle.
To change the current mode, select one of the
following:
@MAX A/C (Maximum Air
Conditioning):Turn the right knob to this position
for maximum air conditioning. This will select air
conditioning and recirculation for maximum cooling
of your vehicle.
Recirculation:This mode keeps outside air from
coming in the vehicle. It can be used to prevent
outside air and odors from entering your vehicle or
help heat or cool the air inside your vehicle
more quickly. This mode will automatically be
selected when maximum air conditioning is
selected.
H(Vent):This mode directs air to the instrument
panel outlets.
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Defogging and Defrosting
Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high
humidity, or 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.
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.
Turn the right knob to select the defog or
defrost mode.
-(Defog):This mode directs air to the
windshield and the oor outlets. When this mode
is selected, the system runs the air conditioning
compressor unless the outside temperature is at or
below freezing.
The recirculation mode cannot be selected while
in the defog mode.
0(Defrost):This mode directs most of the air to
the windshield and the side window outlets, with
some air directed to the oor outlets. In this mode,
the system will automatically run the air
conditioning compressor, unless the outside
temperature is at or below freezing.
Recirculation cannot be selected while in the
defrost mode.
Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are
clear.
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Rear Climate Control System
(Option A, Uplevel)
Your vehicle may have a rear climate control
system that allows the driver to adjust the
fan speed for the rear seating area. This system
works with the main climate control system in your
vehicle.
This lever is located below the main climate
control system on the instrument panel. Use this
lever to adjust the fan speed for the rear seat
passengers.
A(Fan):Slide the lever to 1, 2, or 3 to increase
or decrease airow to the rear seating area.
Slide the fan knob to 0 to turn the fan off.
AUX:Slide the lever to AUX to allow the rear
passengers to adjust the temperature and airow
to the rear seating area.
Your vehicle may also have a rear climate control
system that allows the rear passengers to
adjust the temperature and fan speed for the rear
seating area.
When the front climate control is in AUX and the
rear climate control fan or temperature button
is pressed, the display will show the same airow
modes as the front climate control system. See
Dual Climate Control System on page 220.
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The front control must be in AUX position to enable
adjustment of the temperature and fan speed on the
rear control system. If it is not in AUX, pressing the
fan or temperature button on the rear climate
control will show a DISABLED message on the rear
seat entertainment system display.
tr(Decrease Setting):Press this button to
decrease the fan or temperature setting when
arrows are active in the display.
[u(Increase Setting):Press this button to
increase the fan or temperature setting when
arrows are active in display.
9(Fan):Press this button to increase or
decrease fan speed. After pressing this button,
arrows and a fan will appear in the display.
The arrows indicate that to increase or decrease
fan speed, you need to press either the left or right
arrow button. The displayed arrows and fan will
disappear after a few seconds.
b(Temperature):Press this button to increase or
decrease temperature. After pressing this
button, arrows and a temperature scale will appear
in the display. The arrows indicate that to
increase or decrease temperature, you need to
press either the left or right arrow button. The
displayed arrows and temperature scale will
disappear after a few seconds.
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Rear Air Outlets
The outlet behind the left rear seat is the cold air
return outlet. Be sure to keep it free from
obstructions. Also, keep the area around the base
of the center instrument panel console, between
and under the front seats, free of objects that could
also obstruct airow to the rear seating area.
For more information on how to use the main
climate control system, seeDual Climate Control
System on page 220. For information on
ventilation, seeOutlet Adjustment on page 223.
Rear Climate Control System
(Option B, Uplevel)
Your vehicle may have a rear climate control
system that allows the driver to adjust the
fan speed for the rear seating area. This system
works with the main climate control system in your
vehicle.This lever is located below the main climate
control system on the instrument panel. Use this
lever to adjust the fan speed for the rear seat
passengers.A(Fan):Slide the lever to 1, 2, or 3 to increase
or decrease airow to the rear seating area.
Slide the fan knob to 0 to turn the fan off.
AUX:Slide the lever to AUX to allow the rear
passengers to adjust the temperature and airow
to the rear seating area.
Your vehicle may also have a rear climate control
system that allows the rear passengers to
adjust the temperature and fan speed for the rear
seating area.
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When the front climate control is in AUX and the
rear climate control fan or temperature button
is pressed, the display will show the same airow
modes as the front climate control system. See
Dual Climate Control System on page 220.
The front control must be in AUX position to enable
adjustment of the temperature and fan speed on the
rear control system. If it is not in AUX, pressing the
fan or temperature button on the rear climate
control will show a DISABLED message on the rear
seat entertainment system display.
qg(Decrease Setting):Press this button to
decrease the fan or temperature setting when
arrows are active in the display.
rl(Increase Setting):Press this button to
increase the fan or temperature setting when
arrows are active in the display.
9(Fan)b(Temperature):Press this button once
to enable adjustment of the fan speed. After
pressing this button, the current fan speed setting
will be highlighted and appear in the on screen
display. The arrows indicate that to increase
or decrease fan speed, you need to press either
the left or right arrow button. The on screen display
will disappear after a few seconds.
Press this button twice to enable temperature
adjustment. After pressing this button, the current
temperature settings will be highlighted and
appear in the on screen display. The arrows
indicate that to increase or decrease temperature,
you need to press either the left or right arrow
button. The on screen display will disappear after
a few seconds.
Pressing this button a third time will turn off the on
screen display.
QR:Press the up and down arrows to toggle
between the fan and temperature settings.
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