low oil pressure CHEVROLET VENTURE 2005 1.G Owners Manual

Message Center.............................................3-46
Service Traction System Warning Message......3-46
Traction Active Message................................3-47
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
Message..................................................3-48
Charging System Indicator Message................3-48
Low Oil Pressure Message............................3-49
Change Engine Oil Message..........................3-50
Power Sliding Door Warning Message.............3-50
Door Ajar Warning Message...........................3-51
Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message..................3-51
PASS-Key
®III Security Message....................3-52
Low Fuel Warning Message...........................3-52
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-53
Audio System(s).............................................3-56
Setting the Time for Radios without
Radio Data Systems (RDS)........................3-56
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio
Data Systems (RDS)..................................3-56
AM-FM Radio...............................................3-57Radio with CD (Base Level)...........................3-59
Radio with CD (MP3)....................................3-69
Radio with Cassette and CD..........................3-84
Radio with Six-Disc CD.................................3-94
Entertainment System..................................3-108
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (Without
Entertainment System)..............................3-114
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (With
Entertainment System)..............................3-116
Theft-Deterrent Feature
(Non-RDS Radios)...................................3-118
Theft-Deterrent Feature
(RDS Radios)..........................................3-118
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-118
Radio Reception.........................................3-119
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...............3-120
Care of Your CDs and DVDs........................3-121
Care of Your CD and DVD Player.................3-121
Fixed Mast Antenna....................................3-121
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-121
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Low Oil Pressure Message
Your vehicle is equipped with a low oil pressure warning
message.
Your oil pressure message lets you know when you
may have a problem with your engine oil pressure.
When the engine is running and this message appears,
the engine oil level may be too low. There may also
be another problem causing low oil pressure.
{CAUTION:
Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If
you do, your engine can become so hot that it
catches re. You or others could be burned.
Check your oil as soon as possible and have
your vehicle serviced.
Notice:Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may
damage the engine. The repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. Always follow the
maintenance schedule in this manual for changing
engine oil. United States
Canada
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The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not
to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are
going slower than you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you are not fresh — such as after
a day’s work — do not plan to make too many miles that
rst part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing
and shoes you can easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs
service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you
will nd experienced and able service experts in GM
dealerships all across North America. They will be ready
and willing to help if you need it.Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you checked
all levels?
Lamps:Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires:They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are the tires all inated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:What is the weather outlook
along your route? Should you delay your trip a
short time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps:Do you have up-to-date maps?
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A. Underhood Fuse Block. SeeUnderhood Fuse Block
on page 5-96.
B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump Starting on
page 5-40.
C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding
Washer Fluid” underWindshield Washer Fluid
on page 5-35.
D. Radiator Pressure Cap. SeeRadiator Pressure Cap
on page 5-25.
E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. SeePower Steering
Fluid on page 5-34.
F. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil”
underEngine Oil on page 5-13.
G. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil”
underEngine Oil on page 5-13.
H. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick. See “Checking
the Fluid Level” underAutomatic Transaxle Fluid
on page 5-19.
I. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid”
underBrakes on page 5-36.
J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17.
K. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank. SeeCooling System
on page 5-28.Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil
must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See
Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12for
the location of the engine oil dipstick.
1. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes
to drain back into the oil pan. If you do not do this,
the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.
2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel
or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it
again, keeping the tip down, and check the level.
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Locks
Automatic Door...........................................2-57
Door........................................................... 2-8
Last Door Closed Locking.............................2-10
Lockout Protection.......................................2-11
Power Door................................................2-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-11
Loss of Control...............................................4-13
Low Fuel Warning Message.............................3-52
Low Oil Pressure Message...............................3-49
Luggage Carrier..............................................2-50
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year..................................6-10
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-15
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-14
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-9
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-12Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using Your................................................... 6-3
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-42
Manual Seats................................................... 1-3
Manual Windows............................................2-22
Message
Center.......................................................3-46
Change Engine Oil......................................3-50
Charging System Indicator............................3-48
Door Ajar Warning.......................................3-51
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning.............3-48
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-52
Low Oil Pressure.........................................3-49
PASS-Key®III Security.................................3-52
Power Sliding Door Warning.........................3-50
Rear Hatch Ajar Warning..............................3-51
Service Traction System Warning...................3-46
Traction Active............................................3-47
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-41
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-41
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-42
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-41
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