CHEVROLET VENTURE 1998 Owners Manual

Lu ye Carrier (0 'ion)
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A 4UTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that
is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier
-- like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and
so forth -- the wind can catch it as you drive
along. This can cause you to lose control. What
you are carrying could be violently torn
off, and
this could cause you or other drivers to have
a
collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You
may be able
to carry something like this inside.
But, never carry something longer or wider than
the luggage carrier on top
of your vehicle.
If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load
things on top
of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has
slats and side rails attached to the roof, as well as sliding\

crossrails
and places to use for tying things down. These
let you load some things
on top of your vehicle, as long
as they are not wider or longer than the luggage carrier.
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NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 150 lbs.
(68 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage
your vehicle.
When you carry cargo
on the luggage carrier of a
proper size and weight, put it on the slats, as
far
forward as you can. Then slide the crossrail up
against the rear
of the load, to help keep it from
moving.
You can then tie it down. Don't exceed the
maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see "Loading Your Vehicle" in
the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you're driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier
and cargo are still securely fastened.
Your luggage carrier has
release knobs set in the
ends of each crossrail.
Turn the release knobs to the left to unlock the
crossrails. Slide the crossrails forward or back, as
needed,
to accommodate loads of various sizes.
After repositioning the crossrails, be sure
to tighten
the release knobs by turning them to the right.
This
will lock the crossrails in place.
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Use the adjustable tie-down loops in the side rails to
help secure large loads.
Reposition
the tie-downs by turning them to the left,
then slide them along the side rail.
Turn the tie-downs to
the right to tighten them in place.
Bumper strips on the luggage carrier crossrails help to
ensure a quieter ride.
If you wish to attach the luggage tie-downs or other
compatible bicycle
or ski accessory racks to the
crossrail,
use the adjustable tapped plates under the
bumper strips. Lift the end
of the bumper strip with a flathead screw
driver
and cut off enough of the strip to access the
tapped plates.
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After removing the tie-downs or other equipment,
be sure to reinstall the the piece
of bumper strip that
was cut.
Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter
The ashtray and cigarette lighter are located in the
middle section of the instrument panel, below the
switchbank. Pull out the drawer to use the ashtray.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning, grasp the edge of
the ashtray with your fingertips and pull up and out,
in a rocking motion.
To use the lighter, push it in
all the way and let go.
When it’s ready, it will pop back
by itself.
NOTICE:
Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand
while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to
back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
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I NOTICE:
Don’t put papers and other things that burn
into your ashtrays.
If you do, cigarettes or
other smoking materials could set them on fire,
causing damage.
Side Ashtrays
To open the ashtray, press the right side and turn it open.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning, press the snuffer as
you lift up the bottom
of the ashtray.
Sun Visors
Visor Vanity Mirrors
Pull down the sun visor. Flip up the cover to expose
the vanity mirror.
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors
(If Equipped)
Pull down the sun visor. Flip up the cover to expose the
vanity mirror. The lamps will come on when
you open
the cover.
Accessory Inflator System (Option)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an air inflator. With
it, you can inflate things like air mattresses and
basketballs, and
you can also use it to bring your tires up
to the proper pressure.
To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You
can also remove them from the center mount and swing
them to the side.
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The air inflator is located in the rear compartment on the
driver’s side.
To remove the cover, pull the tab on the
cover and pull it
off.
The air inflator kit is stored in the glove box. It includes
a 20-foot
(6 m) hose with an air pressure gage and
nozzle adapters.
I I
Inflating something too much can make it
explode, and you or others could be injured. Be
sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate
any object only to its recommended pressure.
To use your air inflator system, attach the appropriate
nozzle adapter, if required, to the end of the hose that
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has the pressure gage, Then attach that end of the hose
to the object you wish to inflate. Remove the protective
cap covering the outlet. Attach the other end of the hose
to the outlet. Press the ON switch. The ON switch will
work even with the ignition off.
If the air inflator system does not turn on, the fuse may
be blown
or installed incorrectly. See “Fuses and Circuit
Breakers” in the Index or see your dealer for service.
Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about
10 minutes.
To reset, press the ON switch again.
Don’t run your air inflator for longer than
30 minutes at
one time. If you do, you may damage the system. After
30 minutes, wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the
air inflator.
To turn off the inflator, press OFF and detach the hose,
first from the inflated object, then from the outlet.
Replace the protective cap. Place the inflator kit tools
in the pouch, and store in the glove box.
To replace the cover, line up the tabs at the back of the
cover and put it in place. Push down the tab to secure
the cover.
Accessory Power Outlet
The rear power outlet is located in the rear compartment
on the driver’s side. To remove the cover, pull the tab
on
the cover and pull it off.
The front power outlet
is located next to the ashtray and
lighter. Pull the cover down to
use the power outlet.
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The power outlets can be used to plug in electrical
equipment such as a cellular telephone,
CB radio, etc.
Follow the proper installation instructions that are
included
with any electrical equipment you install.
When not in use, always cover the rear outlet with the
protective cap.
To replace the cover on the rear outlet, line up the tabs
at the back
of the cover and put the cover in place. Push
down on the tab to secure the cover.
I NOTICE:
When using the accessory power outlet:
Maximum load of any electrical equipment
should not exceed
20 amps.
Be sure to turn off any electrical equipment
when not in use. Leaving electrical
equipment on for extended periods can
drain your battery.
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Instrument Panel
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Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast
you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need
to drive safely and economically.
Refer to the accompanying diagram
of your instrument panel to locate the components listed below.
A. Side Vents L. Ignition Switch
B. Front Vent
M. Climate Controls
C. Turn Signalhlultifunction Lever N. Rear Fan Controls (Option)
D. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 0. Accessory Power Outlet
E. Instrument Cluster P. Storage Bin
E Center Vents Q. Remote CD Player (Option)
G. Audio System R. Instrument Panel Switchbank
H. Side Vents
S. LightedAshtray
I. Lamps Switch T. Glove Box
J. Hood Release U. Front Vents
K. Horn V. Fuse Panel
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