center console CHEVROLET VENTURE 2004 1.G Owners Manual

Storage Areas................................................2-52
Glove Box...................................................2-52
Cupholder(s)................................................2-53
Compact Overhead Console...........................2-53
Overhead Console........................................2-54
Front Seat Storage Net.................................2-56
Luggage Carrier...........................................2-56
Rear Storage Area........................................2-58
Convenience Net..........................................2-58
Convenience Center......................................2-59Vehicle Personalization...................................2-62
Entering Programming Mode..........................2-62
Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting..............2-63
Automatic Door Locks...................................2-64
Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent.........2-65
Remote Driver Unlock Control........................2-66
Remote Lock and Unlock Conrmation.............2-67
Content Theft-Deterrent System......................2-68
Arming and Disarming the Content
Theft-Deterrent System...............................2-69
Exiting Programming Mode.............................2-71
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Power Rear Quarter Windows
Your vehicle may have power rear quarter windows.
This switch, located in the
overhead console
switchbank, is used for
opening and closing
the power rear quarter
windows.
Press the textured part of the switch to open the
windows; both windows will open. The windows will
continue to open as long as the switch is pressed, until
they are fully opened.
Press the part of the switch with the symbol to close
both windows. The windows can be closed fully or
partially, depending on how long the switch is pressed.The ignition must be in RUN, ACCESSORY, or Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) must be active, to use the
power rear quarter windows. See “Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)” underIgnition Positions on page 2-32.
Sun Visors
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.
Visor Vanity Mirror
Your vehicle may have a visor vanity mirror. Pull down
the sun visor to access the vanity mirror.
Lighted Vanity Mirror
Your vehicle may have a lighted vanity mirror. Pull down
the sun visor and ip up the cover to expose the
vanity mirror. The lamps will come on when you ip up
the cover.
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Cupholder(s)
There are cupholders located below the center
instrument panel switchbank. The cupholders have a
removable liner for larger size cups and for cleaning the
cupholders.
To use the cupholders, simply pull out the tray. Keep
the tray stowed in when not in use.
Your vehicle also has cupholders on the bottom inboard
side of the second row driver’s side captain’s chairs
and the seatbacks have cupholders that can be
used when the seatbacks are folded forward.
Compact Overhead Console
The front overhead console includes two reading lamps,
a storage compartment and a switchbank.
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Overhead ConsoleIf your vehicle is equipped with an overhead console,
it may contain the following:
Reading lamps. See “Front Reading Lamps” or
“Rear Reading Lamps” underInterior Lamps on
page 3-14.
Switchbank. SeeSwitchbanks on page 3-17.
Storage compartments. SeeStorage Areas on
page 2-52.
Garage door opener compartment. See “Garage
Door Opener Compartment” following.
OnStar®System buttons. SeeOnStar®System on
page 2-47.
Driver Information Center (DIC). SeeDriver
Information Center (DIC) on page 3-47.
HomeLink®Transmitter buttons. SeeHomeLink®
Transmitter on page 2-48.
If your vehicle has the HomeLink
®transmitter buttons,
they will take the place of the garage door opener
compartment.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-7
Horn.............................................................3-7
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-8
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-16
Interior Lamps..............................................3-18
Switchbanks.................................................3-21
Instrument Panel Switchbank..........................3-21
Overhead Console Switchbank.......................3-22
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)............3-22
Accessory Power Outlets...............................3-25
Climate Controls............................................3-26
Climate Control System.................................3-26
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-29
Rear Climate Control System
(Without Entertainment System)...................3-29
Rear Climate Control System
(With Entertainment System).......................3-32
Passenger Compartment Air Filter...................3-34Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-36
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-37
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-39
Tachometer.................................................3-40
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-41
Air Bag Readiness Light................................3-41
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-42
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-43
Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light . . .3-43
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-44
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-45
Fuel Gage...................................................3-49
Message Center.............................................3-50
Service Traction System Warning Message......3-50
Traction Active Message................................3-51
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Message..................................................3-52
Charging System Indicator Message................3-52
Low Oil Pressure Message............................3-53
Change Engine Oil Message..........................3-54
Power Sliding Door Warning Message.............3-54
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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9(Fan):Turn the fan knob on either rear fan control
to numeral 1, 2, or 3 to increase or decrease airow
to the rear seating area. Turn the fan knob on either rear
fan control to 0 or OFF to turn off the fan.
Temperature Control:If the driver is adjusting the
temperature, increase or decrease the temperature for
the entire vehicle using the temperature controls located
on the main climate control panel. The air-conditioning
system must be on to direct cooled air to the rear of the
vehicle. If it is not on, the temperature in the rear of the
vehicle will remain at cabin temperature.
If a rear seat passenger is adjusting the temperature,
turn the right knob, located overhead on the control panel
behind the driver’s seat, clockwise or counterclockwise
to raise or lower the temperature in the rear seating
area only.Rear Air Outlets
To increase airow through the rear oor outlets, place
the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward
position. For more information, seeRear Seat Operation
on page 1-6.
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, see “Climate Control System” listed
previously in this section. For information on ventilation,
see “Outlet Adjustment” under “Climate Control
System” listed previously in this section.
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9(Fan):If the driver is adjusting the fan speed, use
this control. Turn the fan knob on the rear fan control
located below the main climate control system on
the switchbank to numeral 1, 2, or 3 to increase or
decrease airow to the rear seating area. Turn the fan
knob on the rear fan control to 0 to turn off the fan.
FAN:If a rear-seat passenger is adjusting the fan
speed, use this control. Press the FAN button on the
rear control panel. The display will show the current
setting. Press the left and right arrow buttons to cycle
through the available settings of OFF, LOW, MED,
and HIGH.
Temperature Control:If the driver is adjusting the
temperature, increase or decrease the temperature for
the entire vehicle using the temperature controls
located on the main climate control panel. The
air-conditioning system must be on to direct cooled air
to the rear of the vehicle. If it is not on, the temperature
in the rear of the vehicle will remain at cabin
temperature.
If a rear-seat passenger is adjusting the temperature,
press the TEMP button on the rear control panel.
Use the left arrow button to make the air cooler. Use
the right arrow button to make the air warmer.Rear Air Outlets
To increase airow through the rear oor outlets, place
the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward
position. For more information, seeRear Seat Operation
on page 1-6.
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, see “Climate Control System” listed
previously in this section. For information on ventilation,
see “Outlet Adjustment” under “Climate Control
System” listed previously in this section.
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Cleaning Fabric/Carpet....................................5-97
Cleaning Glass Surfaces..................................5-99
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components.................5-99
Cleaning Leather............................................5-99
Cleaning the DVD Player...............................3-115
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel...........5-99
Cleaning the Video Screen.............................3-115
Cleaning Tires..............................................5-102
Cleaning Vinyl................................................5-99
Cleaning Windshield, Backglass and Wiper
Blades.....................................................5-101
Climate Control System...................................3-26
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment.................3-34
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-29
Rear..................................................3-29, 3-32
Compact Overhead Console.............................2-53
Compact Spare Tire........................................5-96
Compass Variance..........................................3-59
Content Theft-Deferrent....................................2-27
Content Theft-Deterrent System........................2-68
Content Theft-Deterrent System, Arming and
Disarming...................................................2-69
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-6
Convenience Center........................................2-59
Convenience Net............................................2-58Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-44
Engine Temperature Warning Message...........3-52
Heater, Engine............................................2-34
Cooling System..............................................5-28
Cruise Control................................................3-12
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-53
Current and Past Model Order Forms................7-14
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-8
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)
Users....................................................... 7-4
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-5
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities................................................ 7-6
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors....7-12
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian
Government............................................7-12
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States
Government............................................7-12
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-6
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-13
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N
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-31
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts............6-14
O
Odometer......................................................3-39
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-14
Oil
Engine.......................................................5-13
Pressure Message.......................................3-53
Older Children, Restraints................................1-53
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-4
OnStar
®Personal Calling.................................2-48
OnStar®Services............................................2-47
OnStar®System.............................................2-47
OnStar®Virtual Advisor....................................2-48
Operation......................................................3-26
Operation Tips................................................3-29
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-7
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-29
Outside
Convex Mirror.............................................2-46
Heated Mirrors............................................2-46
Power Mirrors.............................................2-45Overhead Console..........................................2-54
Overhead Console Switchbank..........................3-22
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode . . . 5-26
Overseas – Customer Assistance........................ 7-5
Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-9
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
Owner’s Information........................................7-13
P
Park Aid........................................................3-22
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-40
Shifting Out of............................................2-42
Parking
Assist........................................................3-22
Brake........................................................2-39
Over Things That Burn.................................2-43
Parking on Hills..............................................4-47
Passenger Compartment Air Filter.....................3-34
Passing.................................................4-14, 4-46
PASS-Key
®III ................................................2-29
PASS-Key®III Operation..................................2-29
PASS-Key®III Security Message.......................3-56
Plan Ahead When Possible................................ 7-8
Playing a CD...............................3-74, 3-86, 3-103
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Securing a Child Restraint
Center Seat Position............................1-73, 1-75
Designed for the LATCH System...................1-69
Rear Outside Seat Position...........................1-69
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-78
Security Message, PASS-Key
®III ......................3-56
Security While You Travel.................................. 7-6
Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your
Vehicle..................................................... 5-4
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-3
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-45
Publications Ordering Information...................7-13
Traction System Warning Message.................3-50
Service Bulletins.............................................7-13
Service Engine Soon Light in the United States
or Check Engine Light in Canada..................3-45
Service Manuals.............................................7-13
Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only).......................3-98
Setting Preset Stations............3-63, 3-67, 3-79, 3-95
Setting the Time
Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS).........3-61
Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS).....3-61
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) . . . 3-63, 3-68, 3-80, 3-96
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-102
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-40
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-42
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................1-35Side Window Latches......................................2-25
Skidding........................................................4-16
Sliding Door Delayed Locking...........................2-12
Sliding Door Lock...........................................2-14
Sliding Door, Power........................................2-16
Sliding Door Security Lock...............................2-15
Sliding Doors, Dual.........................................2-13
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips.......................4-22
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems.....................5-98
Specications, Capacities...............................5-113
Speedometer..................................................3-39
Split Bench Seats............................................. 1-8
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-33
Steering........................................................4-12
Steering in Emergencies..................................4-13
Steering Tips..................................................4-12
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.......................3-120
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-7
Stereo RCA Jacks.........................................3-110
Storage Areas................................................2-52
Compact Overhead Console..........................2-53
Convenience Center.....................................2-59
Convenience Net.........................................2-58
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-53
Front Seat Storage Net................................2-56
Glove Box..................................................2-52
Luggage Carrier..........................................2-56
Overhead Console.......................................2-54
Rear Storage Area.......................................2-58
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