instrument cluster CHEVROLET VENTURE 2004 1.G Owners Manual

There is an air bag
readiness light on the
instrument panel cluster,
which shows the air
bag symbol.
The system checks the air bag electrical system for
malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical
problem. SeeAir Bag Readiness Light on page 3-41
for more information.Where Are the Air Bags?
The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the
steering wheel.
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To close the liftgate, pull down on the handle, then
rmly shut the liftgate. Don’t drive with the liftgate open,
even slightly. SeeEngine Exhaust on page 2-43.
A message in your instrument panel cluster will warn
you if the liftgate is not completely closed. See
Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message on page 3-46.
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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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The main components of the instrument panel are the
following:
A. Side Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-29.
B. Front Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-29.
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-8.
D. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
E. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-37.
F. Center Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-29.
G. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-61.
H. Side Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-29.
I. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps on
page 3-16.
J. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on page 5-11.
K. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-7.L. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on page 2-32.
M. Climate Controls. SeeClimate Control System on
page 3-26.
N. Rear Fan Controls. SeeRear Climate Control
System (Without Entertainment System) on
page 3-29orRear Climate Control System (With
Entertainment System) on page 3-32.
O. Cupholder Tray. SeeCupholder(s) on page 2-53.
P. Accessory Power Outlet. SeeAccessory Power
Outlets on page 3-25.
Q. Instrument Panel Switchbank. SeeInstrument Panel
Switchbank on page 3-21.
R. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-52.
S. Front Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-29.
T. Instrument Panel Fuse Block. SeeFuses and
Circuit Breakers on page 5-106.
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
GTurn and Lane-Change Signals
2Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Flash-to-Pass
NWindshield Wipers
LWindshield Washer
ICruise Control
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two
downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you
to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
When the turn is nished, the lever will return
automatically.
An arrow on the instrument
panel cluster will ash in
the direction of the
turn or lane change.
To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever
until the arrow starts to ash. Hold it there until you
complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself
when you release it.
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrow
ashes faster than normal, a signal bulb may be burned
out and other drivers will not see your turn signal.
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If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows do not go on at all when you
signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and check the
fuse. SeeBulb Replacement on page 5-50andFuses
and Circuit Breakers on page 5-106.
If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for
the trailer lamps, the signal indicator will ash at a
normal rate even if a turn signal bulb is burned
out. Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly
to make sure they are working.
Turn Signal On Chime
If either turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 mile
(1.2 km), a chime will sound to let the driver know
to turn it off. If you need to leave the signal on for more
than 3/4 mile (1.2 km), turn off the signal and then
turn it back on.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from high to low beam or
from low to high, pull the turn signal lever all the
way toward you and release it.When the high beams are
on, this light on the
instrument panel cluster
will also be on.
Your fog lamps will turn off when you switch to high
beams. Using your high beams in fog is not
recommended.
Flash-to-Pass
When the headlamps are off, pull the lever toward you
to momentarily switch on the high beams. This will
signal that you are going to pass. When you release the
lever, they will turn off.
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Lamps on Reminder
If the driver’s door is opened and you turn the ignition to
OFF or LOCK while leaving the lamps on, you will
hear a warning chime.
Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic
Headlamp System
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the
day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving
conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short
periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional
daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles
rst sold in Canada.
A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the
DRL work, so be sure it is not covered. The DRL
system will make front parking and turn signal lamps
come on in daylight when the following conditions
are met:
The ignition is on
The exterior lamps control is off
The parking brake is released
When the DRL are on, only your front parking and turn
signal lamps will be on. Your instrument panel will
not be lit up.When it is dark enough outside, the exterior lamps will
come on automatically. When it is bright enough
outside, the exterior lamps will turn off and the DRL will
turn on. Of course, you may still turn on the headlamps
any time you need to.
If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic
headlamp system will come on immediately. Once
you leave the garage, it will take approximately
one minute for the automatic headlamp system to
change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay,
your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright
as usual. Make sure your instrument panel brightness
control is in the full bright position. See “Instrument
Panel Brightness Control” underInterior Lamps
on page 3-18.
To idle your vehicle with the DRL and automatic
headlamps off, set the parking brake while the ignition is
in OFF or LOCK. Then start the vehicle. The DRL
and automatic headlamps will stay off until you release
the parking brake.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster 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.
The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages.
United States version shown, Canada similar
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Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have
left when the ignition is on.
Here are four things that some owners ask about. All
these things are normal and do not indicate that
anything is wrong with the fuel gage.
At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before
the gage reads full.
It takes a little more or a little less fuel to ll up than
the gage reads. For example, the gage reads half
full, but it took more or less than half of the
tank’s capacity to ll it.
The gage pointer may move while cornering,
braking or speeding up.
The gage may not indicate empty when the ignition
is turned off.
Message Center
The message center is located in the instrument
panel cluster. It gives you important safety and
maintenance facts.
Service Traction System Warning
Message
If your vehicle has the traction control system and this
message is displayed when you’re driving, there may be
a problem with your traction control system. Your
vehicle may need service.United States
Canada
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Add coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be
careful not to spill it.
{CAUTION:
You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,
and it will burn if the engine parts are hot
enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine.
Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator.
For information on how to add coolant to the radiator,
seeCooling System on page 5-28.
Radiator Pressure Cap
Notice:The radiator cap on your vehicle is a
pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to
prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage
from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line
up with the overow tube on the radiator ller neck.
The radiator pressure cap is located at the front of the
engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the
vehicle. SeeEngine Compartment Overview on
page 5-12for more information on location.
Engine Overheating
You will nd an engine coolant temperature gage on
your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster. SeeEngine
Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-44. You
also have an engine coolant temperature warning
message on your instrument panel. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Warning Message on page 3-52.
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