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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11
2012 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Luggage/Load Locations . . . . . . . 4-2
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-5
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-42
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-50
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-33
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-45
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-52
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-21
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-29
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-30
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-41
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-44
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48

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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual M In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4 Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19 Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (2,1) 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual M Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-50 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-62 Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-80 Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Introduction The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, AVALANCHE, and Z71 are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. Litho in U.S.A. Part No.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 iv Black plate (4,1) Introduction Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 vi Introduction 2 NOTES Black plate (6,1)
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) In Brief In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Midgate® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel Black plate (2,1)
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8‑10. J. B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑5. D. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑4 (Out of View). E. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9‑30. F. Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑34 (If Equipped). G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑25. H. AM-FM Radio on page 7‑8. I.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-4 Black plate (4,1) In Brief Initial Drive Information See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3. This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. Remote Vehicle Start For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) In Brief 1-5 Canceling a Remote Start Power Door Locks Midgate® To cancel a remote start: Press Q or K on the RKE transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3. This vehicle is equipped with a Midgate and a removable rear glass panel. The Midgate allows you to extend the length of the vehicle's cargo area. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-6 Black plate (6,1) In Brief Tailgate Removal The tailgate is not to be removed. Removing the tailgate may cause damage to the electrical connector resulting in a loss of lock/unlock and rear vision camera function. See Tailgate on page 2‑15. Windows The driver door has switches that control all windows, the passengers door switch only control that window.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) In Brief Power Seats Lumbar Adjustment 1-7 Power Lumbar Manual Lumbar To adjust a power seat, if equipped: . . . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. If available, raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down. If available, raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-8 Black plate (8,1) In Brief To raise or lower the height of the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑4. Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seatbacks 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. Power Reclining Seatbacks 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) In Brief Memory Features Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat and seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2‑20 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9‑21. Not all mirrors and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will have the ability to save and recall their positions.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-10 Black plate (10,1) In Brief Heated and Ventilated Seats J: Press to heat the seat and seatback. Safety Belts Press the button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑8.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) In Brief Passenger Sensing System The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-12 Black plate (12,1) In Brief 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that the side of the vehicle and the area behind are seen. 2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction. 4. Press either (A) or (B) again to deselect the mirror. 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that the side of the vehicle and the area behind are seen. See Power Mirrors on page 2‑20 for more information .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) In Brief Heated Mirrors Press 1 to heat the mirrors. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑4 or Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1 for more information. Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package, the exterior mirrors tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature lets the driver view the curb when parallel parking.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-14 Black plate (14,1) In Brief Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment Interior Lighting On vehicles with this feature, you can change the position of the throttle and brake pedals. The dome lamps are located in the overhead console. The control used to adjust the pedals is located on the instrument panel below the climate control system. Press the bottom of the control to move the pedals closer to your body.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (15,1) In Brief For more information about interior lamps, see: . Dome Lamps on page 6‑7. . Reading Lamps on page 6‑7. . Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6‑6. Exterior Lighting control to the off position again to turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on. AUTO: Automatically turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, instrument panel lights, license plate lamps, and taillamps.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-16 Black plate (16,1) In Brief 6: Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. 6 : Slow wipes. ? : Fast wipes. L : Push the paddle at the top of Climate Controls The heating, cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation of the vehicle can be controlled with these systems. the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑4. A. Fan Control E. Air Conditioning B.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (17,1) In Brief 1-17 Transmission Range Selection Mode A. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls H. Display I. Power Button B. Fan Control J. Rear Window Defogger C. AUTO K. Air Conditioning D. Defrost L. E. Air Recirculation See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1 and Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑4. F. Outside Air G.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-18 Black plate (18,1) In Brief 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode on page 9‑33. Automatic Transfer Case 2 m : This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations. While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul mode can be used.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (19,1) In Brief N (Neutral): Vehicles with a two speed transfer case have a N (Neutral) position. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑85 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑84. 1-19 Vehicle Features Radio(s) See Four-Wheel Drive (Single Speed Automatic Transfer Case) on page 9‑39 or Four-Wheel Drive (Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case) on page 9‑35.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-20 Black plate (20,1) In Brief © SEEK or stations. ¨ SEEK: Seek or scan 4: Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. While the ignition is off, press this button to display the time. Press to display additional text information related to the current FM-RDS or XM station; or CD, MP3, or WMA song.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (21,1) In Brief See Satellite Radio on page 7‑9. iPod®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, USB storage device, etc. can be connected to the auxiliary port using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) input jack or the USB port depending on the audio system. Portable Audio Devices See Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑29 for further information. For more information, refer to: . www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.) . www.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-22 In Brief b / g : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer than two seconds to interact with OnStar® or Bluetooth systems, if equipped. e: −e: + Black plate (22,1) Cruise Control See Cruise Control on page 9‑48. Navigation System Press to increase volume.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (23,1) In Brief Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems and enables access to the personalization menu. 3 : Press to display the odometer, trip odometer, fuel range, average economy, fuel used, timer, instantaneous economy and Active Fuel Management™ indicator, and transmission temperature.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-24 Black plate (24,1) In Brief Rear Vision Camera (RVC) If available, the RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). This is displayed on the inside rearview mirror or the navigation screen, if equipped. To clean the camera lens, located in the bezel of the tailgate handle, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (25,1) In Brief Sunroof Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of switch (B) to vent the sunroof. Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (A) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of switch (A) to close it. A. Open or Close B.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-26 In Brief Performance and Maintenance ® StabiliTrak System The vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started. . . Black plate (26,1) To turn off traction control, press and release g on the instrument panel.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (27,1) In Brief Resetting the Oil Life System To reset the Engine Oil Life System on most vehicles: 1. Display OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC. If the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, the vehicle must be in P (Park) to access this display. 2. Press and hold the SET/RESET button on the DIC, or the trip odometer reset stem if the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, for more than five seconds. The oil life will change to 100%.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 1-28 Black plate (28,1) In Brief Roadside Assistance Program U.S.: 1-800-243-8872 TTY Users (U.S.): 1-888-889-2438 Canada: 1-800-268-6800 Mexico: 01-800-466-0800 As the owner of a new Chevrolet, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑9. Roadside Assistance and OnStar (U.S.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Midgate® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Power Assist Steps . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 Vehicle Security Keys and Locks Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-2 Black plate (2,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks If locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑9 for more information. Keys { WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows when Q is pressed again within three seconds of the previous press of the lock button. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑42 for additional information. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. . Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-4 Black plate (4,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows See “APPROACH LIGHTING” under Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑42. Pressing K on the RKE transmitter disarms the content theft‐deterrent system. See Anti-theft Alarm System on page 2‑16. L (Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm): Press and release to locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. 4. Snap the transmitter back together. Remote Vehicle Start To replace the battery: 1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object, such as a flat head screwdriver. . . Carefully insert the tool into the notch located along the parting line of the transmitter.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-6 Black plate (6,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of operation. However, the range may be less while the vehicle is running. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the vehicle is running. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle cannot be remote started if the key is in the ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there is an emission control system malfunction and the check engine light is on. Also, the engine will turn off during a remote vehicle start if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oil pressure gets low. Door Locks .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-8 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2‑3. Delayed Locking When locking the doors with the power lock switch and a door is open, the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed. You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors WARNING (Continued) Midgate® . Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed on the setting that brings in outside air. This will force outside air into your vehicle. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑4. . If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page 9‑29.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-10 Black plate (10,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Glass Removal and Storage { WARNING The following are the main components of the Midgate system: If the removable rear glass is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store the rear glass in the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored securely in the Midgate® storage pocket.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. While holding the rear glass in place, press the glass-catch release button (C) and pull the top of the rear glass toward you using the grab handles (B) located at the top of the rear glass. 4. With the rear glass tilted toward you, lift it out from the lower window frame channel. Use the grab handles (B) to assist you in removing the rear glass. 2-11 5.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-12 Black plate (12,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Reinstalling the Rear Glass To reinstall the rear glass, do the following: 1. Squeeze and pull down the latch levers (A), located near the upper corners of the rear glass, to unlatch. 6. Turn both glass lock knobs (D), located at both top corners of the storage pocket, to the locked position. Push in on the corner of the rear glass to allow the lock knob to engage more easily.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 3. Pull the rear glass out from the storage pocket using the grab handles (B). Be sure to align the rear glass side-to-side using the glass alignment arrows (G). 4. With the rear glass tilted at an angle, place the bottom edge in the lower channel of the window frame. 5. Apply a firm downward pressure and then push the rear glass flat against the window frame.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-14 Black plate (14,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in Place The Midgate can be lowered to allow the cargo area of your vehicle to extend into the cab. The rear glass can be either installed in its normal position, or it can be removed and stored in the rear glass storage pocket. To lower the Midgate: 1. Fold the rear seats.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (15,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Raising the Midgate To return the Midgate to its normal position, raise the Midgate up with a firm swinging motion until it latches into place securely. This will help to ensure that the Midgate closes with enough force to engage the latches. If the rear glass is removed and you would like to put it back, do so using the instructions given previously.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-16 Black plate (16,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Assist Steps The power assist steps automatically extend from beneath the vehicle on the side in which the door has been opened. Once the door is closed, the assist steps automatically move back under the vehicle after a brief delay. The vehicle must not be moving for the assist steps to extend or retract. The assist steps cannot be disabled in the extended position.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (17,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows If the delayed locking feature is turned on, the theft‐deterrent system will not start the arming process until the last door is closed and the delay timer has expired. See Delayed Locking on page 2‑8. 3. Close all doors. The security light should go off after about 30 seconds. The alarm is not armed until the security light goes off.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-18 Black plate (18,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows 4. Then reach in through the window, unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door. This should set off the alarm. While the alarm is set, the power door unlock switch will not work. If the alarm does not sound when it should but the headlamps flash, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (19,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Up to 10 keys may be programmed for the vehicle. The following procedure is for programming additional keys only. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate, you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to have keys made and programmed to the system.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-20 Black plate (20,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Mirrors 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that the side of the vehicle and the area behind are seen. Keep the selector switch in the center position when not adjusting either outside mirror. Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror With Manual Folding Mirrors With Power Folding Mirrors To adjust the mirrors: 1. Press (A) or (B) to select the driver or passenger side mirror. 2.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (21,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Folding Mirrors Power Folding 1. Press (A) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position. 2. Press (B) to fold the mirrors in to the folded position. Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if: . The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding. . They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. . The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-22 Black plate (22,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package, the exterior mirrors tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature lets the driver view the curb when parallel parking. The mirrors return to the original position when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse), or the ignition is turned off or to OFF/LOCK.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (23,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows If the vehicle has a RVC, the O button for turning the automatic dimming rearview mirror feature on or off will not be available. Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See a dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See OnStar Overview on page 14‑1.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-24 Black plate (24,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Windows Express Down Windows Windows that have the express‐ down feature allow the windows to be lowered without holding the switch. Press the window switch fully and release it to activate the express‐down feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing, or pulling the switch.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/8/11 Black plate (25,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Window Lockout Sun Visors 2-25 Roof Sunroof Power Folding Mirrors Shown, Other Models Similar This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, except from the driver position. . Press o to activate the rear window locks. An indicator light will illuminate when the feature is on. . Press o again to deactivate the rear window locks. Pull the sun visor down to block glare.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 2-26 Black plate (26,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of switch (B) to vent the sunroof. Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (A) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of switch (A) to close it.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Front Seats Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Center Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . 3-4 Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-2 Black plate (2,1) Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Front Seats The rear seat has adjustable headrests in the outboard seating positions. Seat Adjustment The height of the headrest can be adjusted. Pull the headrest up to raise it. To lower the headrest, push down on the headrest. Rear outboard headrests are not designed to be removed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-4 Black plate (4,1) Seats and Restraints Center Seat If equipped, the center front seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver and passenger when the center front seat is not used. Do not use it as a seating position when the seatback is folded down. Power Seat Adjustment . If available, raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Seats and Restraints . On vehicles with four-way lumbar, press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To raise or lower the height of the support, press and hold the top or bottom of the control. Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-6 Black plate (6,1) Seats and Restraints Manual Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. The seatback will automatically fold forward. 2.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, seatback recliner, both outside mirrors, and the throttle and brake pedals, if equipped. See Power Mirrors on page 2‑20 and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9‑21. Not all mirrors and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will have the ability to save and recall their positions.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-8 Black plate (8,1) Seats and Restraints This feature can be turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu. See Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) on page 5‑42. To stop recall movement, press one of the power seat controls, memory buttons, or power mirror buttons, or the adjustable pedal switch.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Seats and Restraints J (Heated Seat and Seatback): Remote Start Heated Seats Press to heat the seat and seatback. When it is cold outside, the heated seats may turn on automatically during a remote vehicle start. The heated seats will be canceled when the ignition is turned on. Press the desired button to use the heated seats after the vehicle is started. Press the button once for the highest setting.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-10 Black plate (10,1) Seats and Restraints Rear Seats The rear seatbacks can be folded to provide more cargo space and access to the midgate. See Midgate® on page 2‑9. To fold the seatback: Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 1.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always be sure to press the rear of the seat cushion down. This action locks the seatback in place. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Raise the headrest.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-12 Black plate (12,1) Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) Seats and Restraints . Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash. { WARNING You can be seriously injured, or even killed, by not wearing your safety belt properly.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-14 Black plate (14,1) Seats and Restraints If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again. 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (15,1) Seats and Restraints Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, but not contacting, the neck. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash. See How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3‑12. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-16 Black plate (16,1) Seats and Restraints Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, they will need to be replaced, and probably other new parts for the vehicle's safety belt system. See Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash on page 3‑20. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (17,1) Seats and Restraints 3-17 { WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-18 Black plate (18,1) Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (19,1) Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 3‑19. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-20 Black plate (20,1) Seats and Restraints Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash { WARNING A crash can damage the safety belt system in the vehicle. A damaged safety belt system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (21,1) Seats and Restraints For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger. Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: With seat‐mounted side impact airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the side of the seatback closest to the door.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-22 Black plate (22,1) Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? { WARNING Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (23,1) Seats and Restraints The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. 3-23 Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar The seat‐mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-24 Black plate (24,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (25,1) Seats and Restraints Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts. In addition, the vehicle has dual-stage frontal airbags. Dual-stage airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. The vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-26 Black plate (26,1) Seats and Restraints seat‐mounted side impact airbags, there are airbags modules in the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door. For vehicles with roof-rail airbags, there are airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle, near the side windows that have occupant seating positions.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (27,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-28 Black plate (28,1) Seats and Restraints Passenger Sensing System If the vehicle has the passenger airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator, if equipped, is visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (29,1) Seats and Restraints . { WARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-30 Black plate (30,1) Seats and Restraints For some children, including children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag, depending upon the person's seating posture and body build. Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly — whether or not there is an airbag for that person.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (31,1) Seats and Restraints If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position. 4. Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with legs comfortably extended. 5.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-32 Black plate (32,1) Seats and Restraints or other electronic device, is put on an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired, remove the object from the seat. { WARNING Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system. Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (33,1) Seats and Restraints of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag(s). See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑28. If you have any questions, call Customer Assistance.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-34 Black plate (34,1) Seats and Restraints Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See your dealer for service. { WARNING If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving, the airbag system may not work properly. Have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑15.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (35,1) Seats and Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below: . Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-36 Black plate (36,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING { WARNING WARNING (Continued) Never allow more than one child to wear the same safety belt. The safety belt cannot properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, they can be crushed together and seriously injured. A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (37,1) Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-38 Black plate (38,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (39,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-40 Black plate (40,1) Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle { WARNING Booster Seats A booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (41,1) Seats and Restraints In some areas of the United States and Canada, Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly use and install child restraints. In the U.S., refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-42 Black plate (42,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (43,1) Seats and Restraints Depending on where you place the child restraint and the size of the child restraint, you may not be able to access adjacent safety belt assemblies or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restraints. Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the child restraint prevents access to or interferes with the routing of the safety belt.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-44 Black plate (44,1) Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (B). Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (45,1) Seats and Restraints Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations See Rear Seats on page 3‑10. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. To assist you in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is located near the top tether anchors.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-46 Black plate (46,1) Seats and Restraints Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System { WARNING If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (47,1) Seats and Restraints 1. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 1.1. To access the top tether anchors, raise the seat cushion by pulling up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat cushion and fold the seat cushion forward.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-48 Black plate (48,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether around the headrest or head restraint.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (49,1) Seats and Restraints 2.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. 2.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2.3. Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors. 3. Tighten the top tether. 4. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/8/11 3-50 Black plate (50,1) Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (51,1) Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑43. 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-52 Black plate (52,1) Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position) This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3‑41. In addition, the vehicle may have a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (53,1) Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑43 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑43 for top tether anchor locations.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 3-54 Black plate (54,1) Seats and Restraints Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Overhead Console . . . . . . . . . . . . Armrest Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center Console Storage . . . . . . Top-Box Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 4-1 4-1 4-1 4-1 4-2 Luggage/Load Locations Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 4-2 Black plate (2,1) Storage The back of the console has a cupholder that folds down for the rear seat passenger to use. Luggage/Load Locations Top-Box Storage Cargo Area All-Weather Cargo Area There are top-box storage units on both sides of the rear cargo area. The passenger side contains the tire changing tools. To lock or unlock, use the key then press the key cylinder to open.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Storage D. Front drains E. Water drainage area around both sides of the box and the tailgate side F. 4-3 Top Drain Grates – Removal and Cleaning Rear drains G. Cargo floor H. Cargo mat 2. Grasp the edges of the grate and pull it out from the vehicle. Flush the drain with clean water.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 4-4 Black plate (4,1) Storage 2. Do not force the grate. If it does not clip into place, realign the clips with the holes and try again. Midgate Drain Grate Removal and Cleaning Side Rail Channels The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area. Flush them out with clean water if debris collects inside of them. Carefully load cargo into the cargo area, so that the rails do not get damaged.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Storage Cargo Area Floor Drains Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover Panels For vehicles with a three-piece cargo cover system, the cargo panels can be removed and stored in the cargo area of the vehicle. The cargo mat has cut outs for the four cargo-area floor drains located under the cargo mat near the sides of the cargo area.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 4-6 Black plate (6,1) Storage also numbered labels on the bottom of the panels. The numbers on the top and bottom of the panels will be used as reference when removing, storing and reinstalling the panels. 3. Remove cargo panel 2 in the same way and set it aside. Remove as many cargo panels as needed. 4. To remove cargo panel 1, unlock the two rear latches, lift the cover slightly and pull rearward.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Storage Before storing the cargo panels, make sure that the latches on the cargo panels are in the locked position. The latches are locked when they are parallel to the front and back edge of the panel. Use the following instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel: 1.1. Secure clip (A) on the storage strap. 1.2. Secure clip (B) on the storage strap. 1.3.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 4-8 Black plate (8,1) Storage 4. Tighten all straps by pulling on the free end of each strap. 5. Close both cross locks at the center of the strap system to tightly secure. Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels The strap system can remain attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use, or it can be stored inside the top box storage compartment. See Top-Box Storage on page 4‑2 for more information.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Storage 4-9 Then lower the rear of the cover to engage the striker pegs (A) to align with the striker assembly (B). To reinstall a cargo panel: 1. Starting with cargo panel 1, place the latches in the unlocked position. Place cargo panel 1 on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar 2.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 4-10 Black plate (10,1) Storage each latch locks. Lock the remaining passenger side latch on panel 1. 4. Install cargo cover 2 followed by 3 next. Place the latches in the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar 5.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) Storage Roof Rack System { WARNING 4. Take the storage strap and wrap it around the package. Finally, attach the hooks to the webbing and place the straps inside the top-box storage compartment. Cargo Tie-Downs The vehicle has cargo tie downs, located in the rear cargo area. These can be used to secure cargo. The tie downs can also be used to secure the cargo cover panel strap system, if the vehicle has one.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 4-12 Storage Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑16. . . If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, cut a piece of 9 mm or 3/8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails to spread the load. Tie the plywood to the siderail supports.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 5-2 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-4 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-2 Black plate (2,1) Instruments and Controls Object Detection System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ride Control System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Airbag System Messages . . . . Anti-theft Alarm System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transmission Messages . . . . . Vehicle Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Instruments and Controls c / x (Previous/End): Press to go to the previous favorite radio station, track on a CD, or folder on an iPod® or USB device. Press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. Radio To select preset or favorite radio stations: Press and release w or c / x to go to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset or favorite.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-4 Black plate (4,1) Instruments and Controls 3. Press and release ¨ to move up one track within the selected category. ¨ (Seek): Press to go to the next radio station while in AM, FM, or XM™. + b / g (Mute/Push to Talk): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Instruments and Controls 6 (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. 6 (Low Speed): Slow wipes. ? (High Speed): Fast wipes. Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades should be replaced. See Wiper Blade Replacement on page 10‑32.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-6 Black plate (6,1) Instruments and Controls odometer reset stem for two seconds to select the next available variance zone. Repeat this step until the appropriate variance zone is displayed. 5. If calibration is necessary, calibrate the compass. See “Compass Calibration Procedure” following. Compass Calibration 2. Find the vehicle's current location and variance zone number on the map. Zones 1 through 15 are available. 3.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Instruments and Controls 2. Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO CALIBRATE COMPASS displays. Or, if the vehicle does not have DIC buttons, press the trip odometer reset stem until CALIBRATE COMPASS displays. 3. Press the set/reset button to start the compass calibration.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-8 Black plate (8,1) Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player. The vehicle may have two accessory power outlets located on the instrument panel and one inside the center floor console. The vehicle may also have an outlet on the rear of the center floor console above the cupholder door.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar Black plate (10,1)
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) Instruments and Controls Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Odometer The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles. To display the odometer reading with the ignition off, press the reset button. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-12 Black plate (12,1) Instruments and Controls When the fuel tank is low, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Fuel System Messages on page 5‑37 for more information. Engine Oil Pressure Gauge Here are some situations customers may experience with the fuel gauge. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. . At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) Instruments and Controls appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Engine Oil Messages on page 5‑36 and Engine Oil on page 10‑8 for more information. 5-13 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-14 Black plate (14,1) Instruments and Controls If the gauge reaches the 125°C (260°F) mark, it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity. See Engine Overheating on page 10‑20. Voltmeter Gauge When the engine is not running, but the ignition is on, this gauge shows the battery's state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gauge shows the condition of the charging system.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (15,1) Instruments and Controls This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. This cycle continues several times if the front passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the driver safety belt is buckled, neither the light nor the chime comes on. If the front passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-16 Black plate (16,1) Instruments and Controls { WARNING Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (17,1) Instruments and Controls Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger frontal airbag. If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-18 Black plate (18,1) Instruments and Controls Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors the operation of the vehicle to ensure emissions are at acceptable levels, to produce a cleaner environment. This light comes on when the vehicle is placed in ON/RUN, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (19,1) Instruments and Controls If the light continues to flash, stop and park the vehicle. Turn the vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible. Light On Steady: An emission control system malfunction has been detected on the vehicle. Diagnosis and service might be required.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-20 Instruments and Controls while the engine is off. See your dealer for assistance in verifying proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp. . Black plate (20,1) The OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (21,1) Instruments and Controls If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. The pedal might be harder to push or might go closer to the floor. It can take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑84.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-22 Black plate (22,1) Instruments and Controls Press and briefly hold the TCS/ StabiliTrak button to turn off the StabiliTrak system; the StabiliTrak Off light comes on and a message appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC). If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle. Turn on the StabiliTrak/TCS system and the indicator light turns off.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (23,1) Instruments and Controls When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will come on at every ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑55. Engine Oil Pressure Light pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-24 Black plate (24,1) Instruments and Controls If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. This light is also used to indicate the status of the anti-theft alarm system when the ignition is turned off. The light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (25,1) Instruments and Controls Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. All messages will appear in the DIC display located below the tachometer in the instrument panel cluster. The DIC comes on when the ignition is on.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-26 Black plate (26,1) Instruments and Controls indicator, and transmission temperature. The compass and outside air temperature will also be shown in the display. The temperature will be shown in °C or °F depending on the units selected.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (27,1) Instruments and Controls activated, the display will show 8 km (5 miles). As the vehicle begins moving, the display will then increase to 8.2 km (5.1 miles), 8.4 km (5.2 miles), etc. fuel economies. Generally, freeway driving produces better fuel economy than city driving. Fuel range cannot be reset. Fuel Range Press the trip/fuel button until AVG ECONOMY displays.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-28 Black plate (28,1) Instruments and Controls To reset the timer to zero, press and hold the set/reset button while TIMER is displayed. Transmission Temperature Press the trip/fuel button until TRANS TEMP displays. This display shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (29,1) Instruments and Controls been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10. Units Press the vehicle information button until UNITS displays. This display allows you to select between metric or English units of measurement. Once in this display, press the set/ reset button to select between METRIC or ENGLISH units.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-30 Black plate (30,1) Instruments and Controls Compass Recalibration This display allows for calibrating the compass. See Compass on page 5‑5. Blank Display This display shows no information. Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items (with DIC Buttons) Use the trip odometer reset stem to view the odometer and trip odometer. The Language selection and Engine Hours display can also be accessed with the trip odometer reset stem.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (31,1) Instruments and Controls 4. Once the desired language is displayed, release the trip odometer reset stem to set your choice. Engine Hours To display the ENGINE HOURS, place the ignition in LOCK/OFF or ACC/ACCESSORY, then press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for four seconds while viewing the ODOMETER. This display shows the total number of hours the engine has run. 2.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-32 Black plate (32,1) Instruments and Controls As the vehicle begins moving, the display will then increase to 8.2 km (5.1 miles), 8.4 km (5.2 miles), etc. Transmission Temperature Press the trip odometer reset stem until TRANS TEMP displays. This display shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (33,1) Instruments and Controls Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, see Engine Oil Life System on page 10‑10.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-34 Black plate (34,1) Instruments and Controls could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. See your dealer. Brake System Messages SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM This message displays along with the brake system warning light if there is a problem with the brake system. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5‑20.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (35,1) Instruments and Controls LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver side rear door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions, and close the door again. Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-36 Black plate (36,1) Instruments and Controls vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage. This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature. and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5‑13.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (37,1) Instruments and Controls Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays and a chime sounds if the fuel level is low. Refuel as soon as possible. See Fuel Gauge on page 5‑11 and Fuel on page 9‑56 for more information.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/8/11 5-38 Black plate (38,1) Instruments and Controls park. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑50 for more information. See your dealer for service. suspension system is not operating properly. Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer. Ride Control System Messages SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL SERVICE STABILITRAK ® If your vehicle has StabiliTrak and this message displays, it means there may be a problem with the StabiliTrak system.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (39,1) Instruments and Controls STABILITRAK OFF may also display when the stability control has been automatically disabled. There are several conditions that can cause this message to appear. . One condition is overheating, which could occur if StabiliTrak activates continuously for an extended period of time. . The message also displays if the brake system warning light is on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5‑20.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-40 Black plate (40,1) Instruments and Controls is re-learning the tire positions on your vehicle. The tire positions must be re-learned after rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑58, Tire Rotation on page 10‑59, Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑54, and Tire Pressure on page 10‑53 for more information.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (41,1) Instruments and Controls Vehicle Reminder Messages CHECK TRAILER WIRING On vehicles with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, this message may display and a chime may sound when one of the following conditions exists: . A trailer with electric brakes becomes disconnected from the vehicle. ‐ If the disconnect occurs while the vehicle is stopped, this message clears itself after a short time.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-42 Black plate (42,1) Instruments and Controls Vehicle Personalization To change customization preferences, use the following procedure. Vehicle Personalization (With DIC Buttons) Entering the Feature Settings Menu Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (43,1) Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. for this feature. Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings: To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-44 Black plate (44,1) Instruments and Controls ALL IN PARK (default): All of the doors, including the tailgate, will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/8/11 Black plate (45,1) Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. DELAY DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle's doors and tailgate will be delayed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-46 Black plate (46,1) Instruments and Controls APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (47,1) Instruments and Controls for this feature. Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings: OFF (default): Neither outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). DRIVER MIRROR: The driver outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-48 Black plate (48,1) Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SETUP appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the menu up/down button to scroll through the following settings: Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC display. Press the set/ reset button once to access the settings for this feature.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (49,1) Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. DO NOT RESTORE: The customization features will not be set to their factory default settings. FACTORY SETTINGS To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-50 Black plate (50,1) Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑20 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (51,1) Instruments and Controls To program up to three devices: 1. From inside the vehicle, press the two outside buttons at the same time for one to two seconds, and immediately release them. hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit and may be a colored button. Press this button. After pressing this button, complete the following steps in less than 30 seconds. 3. Immediately return to the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-52 Black plate (52,1) Instruments and Controls starting. Otherwise, the device will time out and the procedure will have to be repeated. Code unit. If you do not see a row of dip switches, return to the previous section for Programming Universal Home Remote — Rolling Code. Your hand-held transmitter can have between 8 to 12 dip switches depending on the brand of transmitter. To program up to three devices: 1.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (53,1) Instruments and Controls . A switch in the down position could be labeled as Down, −, or Off. to right, into the Universal Home Remote, when completing Step 4. . A switch in the middle position could be labeled as Middle, 0, or Neutral. 3. From inside your vehicle, first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 5-54 Black plate (54,1) Instruments and Controls 6. Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light above the selected button should slowly blink. This button may need to be held for up to 55 seconds. 7. Immediately release the button when the garage door moves. The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete. 8.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . 6-1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 6-2 Lighting The exterior lamps control has four positions: P (Off): Turns off the automatic headlamps and daytime running lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp control to the off position again to turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position will only work when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Lighting Headlamp High/ Low-Beam Changer 5 3 (Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer): To change the headlamps from low to high beam, push the lever toward the instrument panel. To return to low-beam headlamps, pull the multifunction lever toward you. Then release it. The light sensor determines it is daytime. To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then release it. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 6-4 Black plate (4,1) Lighting marker lamps, and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. To turn off the automatic headlamp system, turn the exterior lamps switch to the off position and then release. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the transmission must be in the P (Park) position, before the automatic headlamp system can be turned off.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Lighting When the hazard warning flashers are on, the vehicle's turn signals will not work. Turn and Lane-Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the turn signal lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. The turn signals automatically flash three times.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 6-6 Black plate (6,1) Lighting Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps. Never use your fog lamps in the dark without turning on the headlamps. The fog lamps will go off whenever your high-beam headlamps come on. When the high beams go off, the fog lamps will come on again. The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Lighting Dome Lamps Lighting Features The dome lamps are located in the overhead console. Entry/Exit Lighting The vehicle has an illuminated entry/exit feature. They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button, clockwise to the farthest position to manually turn on the dome lamps.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 6-8 Black plate (8,1) Lighting When the battery's state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring the charge back up. When the state of charge is high, the voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging. If the vehicle has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage display on the Driver Information Center (DIC), you may see the voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Infotainment System Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 7-2 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 Radio AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12 Satellite Radio Antenna . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-2 Black plate (2,1) Infotainment System To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving, do the following while the vehicle is parked: . Become familiar with the operation and controls of the audio system. . Set up the tone, speaker adjustments, and preset radio stations. For more information, see Defensive Driving on page 9‑3. Notice: Contact your dealer before adding any equipment.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Infotainment System Operation Radio with CD (MP3) Shown, Radio with USB and CD (MP3) Similar 7-3
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-4 Black plate (4,1) Infotainment System Vehicles with a USB, CD, and DVD radio may have a Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. See Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 7‑33 for more information on the vehicle's RSE system. The DVD player is the top slot on the radio faceplate.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Infotainment System Using the Radio O (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on and off. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume. 4 (Information) (If Available): Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. While the ignition is off, press this button to display the time.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-6 Black plate (6,1) Infotainment System 3. Press the softkey under the AUTO VOLUM (automatic volume) tab on the radio display. 4. Press the softkey under the ON tab. The display times out after approximately 10 seconds. For additional information on AudioPilot, please visit www.bose.com/audiopilot. Setting the Tone (Bass/Midrange/Treble) BASS/MID/TREB (Bass, Midrange, or Treble): To adjust the bass, midrange, or treble: 1.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Infotainment System . . . Driver — Select this setting to adjust the audio for the driver to receive the best possible sound quality. Rear — Select this setting to adjust the audio for the rear seat passengers to receive the best possible sound quality. Surround (Centerpoint®) — Select this setting to enable Bose Centerpoint.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-8 Black plate (8,1) Infotainment System Radio AM-FM Radio Radio Data System (RDS) For radios with the Radio Data System (RDS) feature, it only works with FM stations that broadcast RDS information. This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and only works when the information is available. While the radio is tuned to an FM-RDS station, the station name or call letters displays.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Infotainment System favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM, if equipped, stations. Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite To store a station as a favorite: 1. Tune to a radio station. 2. Press the FAV button to display the page where the station will be stored. 3. Press and hold one of the six softkeys until a beep sounds. 4.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-10 Infotainment System s REV: Press to go to the previous XM category. \ FWD: Press to go to the next XM category. FAV (Favorites): Press to select different favorites pages for stored radio stations. CAT (Category): The CAT button is used to find XM channels when the radio is in the XM mode. Finding a Category (CAT) Station To find XM channels in a category: 1. Press the CAT button to display the category tabs.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) Infotainment System favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Each page of favorites can contain any combination of AM, FM, or XM, if equipped, stations. Storing an XM Channel as a Favorite To store a station as a favorite: 1. Tune to an XM channel. 2. Press the FAV button to display the page where the station will be stored. 3. Press and hold one of the six softkeys until a beep sounds. 4.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-12 Black plate (12,1) Infotainment System No CAT Info: No category information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. XM Theftlocked: The XM receiver in the vehicle could have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received after having the vehicle serviced, check with your dealer.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) Infotainment System occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on the radio. FM Stereo FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-14 Black plate (14,1) Infotainment System the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris. If an error displays, see “CD Player Messages” later in this section. Care of CDs If playing a CD-R, the sound quality can be reduced due to CD-R or CD-RW quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R or CD-RW has been handled. Handle them carefully.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/8/11 Black plate (15,1) Infotainment System If a portable audio player is not connected, “No Input Device Found” displays. 4 (Information): Press to display additional text information related to the current song. If information is available, the song title information displays on the top line of the display and artist information displays on the bottom line. When information is not available, “NO INFO” displays.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-16 Black plate (16,1) Infotainment System . Up to 255 files. . Playlists with an .m3u or .wpl extension. . Files with an .mp3, .wma, or .cda file extension. Tracks are played in the following order: . Root Directory The root directory is treated as a folder. Files are stored in the root directory when the disc or storage device does not contain folders. Files accessed from the root directory of a CD display as F1 ROOT.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (17,1) Infotainment System recorded without using file folders can be played. If a CD-R or CD-RW contains more than the maximum of 50 folders, 15 playlists, and 512 folders and files, the player allows access and navigates up to the maximum, but all items over the maximum are not accessible. ¨ SEEK: Press to go to the next track. Press and hold or press multiple times to continue moving forward through tracks.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-18 Black plate (18,1) Infotainment System To listen to files by another artist, press the softkey located below either arrow tab. The disc goes to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order. Continue pressing either softkey below the arrow tab until the desired artist displays. alphabetical order on the CD and begins playing MP3 files from that album.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (19,1) Infotainment System Notice: If a label is added to a CD, more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, the CD player could be damaged. While using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-20 Black plate (20,1) Infotainment System Inserting a Disc Insert a disc partway into either slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the disc should begin playing. (Loading a disc into the system, depending on media type and format, ranges from 5 to 20 seconds for a CD, and up to 30 seconds for a DVD to begin playing.) Ejecting a Disc Z CD (Eject): Press and release to eject the disc that is currently playing.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (21,1) Infotainment System If a front auxiliary device is connected, the DVD/CD AUX button cycles through all available options, such as: DVD slot, CD slot, Front Auxiliary, and Rear Auxiliary (if available). See “Using the Auxiliary Input Jack” in Auxiliary Devices on page 7‑29 or “Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks” under Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 7‑33 for more information.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-22 Infotainment System The CD player reads both uncompressed audio and MP3/ WMA files on a mixed mode disc. Uncompressd audio is played before MP3/WMA files. Press the CAT (category) button to toggle between uncompressed audio and MP3/WMA files. CD‐R or CD‐RW Supported File and Folder Structure The DVD player supports: . Up to 255 folders. . Up to eight folders in depth. . Up to 15 playlists. . Up to 40 sessions. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (23,1) Infotainment System track of the last playlist has played, play continues from the first track of the first playlist. . Play begins from the first track in the first folder and continues sequentially through all tracks in each folder. When the last track of the last folder has played, play continues from the first track of the first folder.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-24 Black plate (24,1) Infotainment System c T (Next Folder): Press the softkey below the c T tab to go to the first track in the next folder. RDM (Random): Press to listen to tracks in random, rather than sequential order. To use random: 1. Press the softkey under the RDM tab until Random Current Disc displays 2. Press the same softkey again to turn off random play.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (25,1) Infotainment System DVD-Audio, DVD-R/RW, and DVD+R/RW media, along with MP3 and WMA formats. If an error message displays on the video screen or the radio, see “DVD Display Error Messages” under Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 7‑33, and “CD/DVD Player Messages” later in this section for more information. Inserting a Disc Insert a disc partway into the top slot, label side up.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-26 Black plate (26,1) Infotainment System O (Power): Press to turn the radio on or off. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume. Press and hold for more than two seconds to turn off the entire radio and Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system and to start the Parental Control feature. Parental Control prevents the rear seat occupant from operating the Rear Seat Audio (RSA) system or remote control.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (27,1) Infotainment System If the DVD still does not play, refer to the on-screen instructions, if available. c (Stop): Press to stop playing, rewinding, or fast forwarding a DVD. r (Enter): Press to select the choices that are highlighted in any menu. y (Menu): Press to access the DVD menu. The DVD menu is different on every DVD.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-28 Black plate (28,1) Infotainment System The video screen automatically turns on when the DVD-V is inserted into the DVD slot, and does not automatically power on when the DVD-A is inserted into the DVD slot. It must be manually turned on by the rear seat occupant through the remote control power button.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (29,1) Infotainment System displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem. Auxiliary Devices Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Radios with an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate can connect to an external audio device such as an iPod®, MP3 player, CD player, for use as another source for audio listening.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-30 Infotainment System or “Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks” under, Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on page 7‑33 for more information. Using the USB Port Radios with a USB port can control a USB storage device or an iPod using the radio buttons and knobs. USB Support The USB connector is located on the instrument panel or in the center console, and uses the USB 2.0 standard.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (31,1) Infotainment System The iPod charges while it is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position. When the vehicle is turned off, the iPod automatically powers off and will not charge or draw power from the vehicle's battery. If you have an older iPod model that is not supported, it can still be used by connecting it to the Auxiliary Input Jack using a standard 3.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-32 Black plate (32,1) Infotainment System c (Folder View): Press the softkey below c to view the contents of the current folder on the USB drive. To browse and select files: 1. Press the softkey below c. 2. Turn f to scroll through the list of folders. 3. Press f to select the desired folder. If there is more then one folder, repeat Steps 1 and 2 until the desired folder is reached. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/8/11 Black plate (33,1) Infotainment System Repeat Functionality To use Repeat: Press the softkey below " or ' to select between Repeat All and Repeat Track. " (Repeat All): Press the softkey below " to repeat all tracks. The tab appears lowered when Repeat All is being used. This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected. ' (Repeat Track): Press the softkey below ' to repeat one track.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-34 Black plate (34,1) Infotainment System Before Driving Parental Control The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so. The RSE system may have a Parental Control feature, depending on which radio the vehicle has.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (35,1) Infotainment System These headphones can be used to listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, MP3s, DVD‐As, or any auxiliary source connected to A/V jacks or the auxiliary input jack, if the vehicle has this feature. The wireless headphones have a power button, channel 1 or 2 switch, and a volume control. are shut off, or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters for more than three minutes.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/17/11 7-36 Black plate (36,1) Infotainment System If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place. Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks The A/V jacks, located on the rear of the floor console, allow audio or video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (37,1) Infotainment System Audio Output Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs can be heard through the following possible sources: . Wireless Headphones . Vehicle Speakers . Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the rear seat audio system, if the vehicle has this feature. The RSE system always transmits the audio signal to the wireless headphones, if there is audio available.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-38 Black plate (38,1) Infotainment System 2. Move the screen to the desired position. Remote Control When the video screen is not in use, push it up into its locked position. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD slot, the remote control O (power) button can be used to turn on the video screen display and start the disc. The radio can also turn on the video screen display. See CD/DVD Player on page 7‑18 for more information.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (39,1) Infotainment System turns off after 7 to 10 seconds if no other button is pressed while the backlight is on. v (Title): Press this button to return the DVD to the main menu of the DVD. This function may vary for each disc. y (Main Menu): Press this button to access the DVD menu. The DVD menu is different on every DVD. Use the navigation arrows to move the cursor around the DVD menu.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-40 Black plate (40,1) Infotainment System To stop fast forwarding a DVD audio or CD, release this button. This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. e (Audio): Press this button to change audio tracks on DVDs that have this feature when the DVD is playing. The format and content of this function vary for each disc.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (41,1) Infotainment System 7-41 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the picture looks stretched out. Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-42 Black plate (42,1) Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes. Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, and interference from cellular telephone towers, or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (43,1) Infotainment System Cleaning the Video Screen When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water. Use care when directly touching or cleaning the screen, as damage could result. Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System Vehicles with this feature allow the rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources: radio, CDs, DVDs, or other auxiliary sources.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-44 Black plate (44,1) Infotainment System © or ¨ (Seek): When listening to FM, AM, or XM (if equipped), press the seek arrows to go to the previous or to the next station or channels and stay there. This function is inactive, with some radios, if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. Press and hold either seek arrow until the display flashes, to tune to an individual station.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (45,1) Infotainment System Phone . Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. The system may not work with all cell phones. See “Pairing” in this section for more information. . If the cell phone has voice dialing capability, learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list. See “Voice Pass-Thru” in this section for more information. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-46 Black plate (46,1) Infotainment System When to Speak: A short tone sounds after the system responds indicating when it is waiting for a voice command. Wait until the tone and then speak. How to Speak: Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice. Audio System When using the in‐vehicle Bluetooth system, sound comes through the vehicle's front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (47,1) Infotainment System 7-47 2. Say “Bluetooth.” This command can be skipped. 6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair additional phones. 4. Say the name of the phone you want to delete. 3. Say “Pair.” The system responds with instructions and a four‐digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). The PIN is used in Step 5. Listing All Paired and Connected Phones Connecting to a Different Phone 4.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-48 Black plate (48,1) Infotainment System Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers The system can store up to 30 phone numbers as name tags in the Hands‐Free Directory that is shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems, if equipped. The following commands are used to delete and store phone numbers. Store: This command will store a phone number, or a group of numbers as a name tag. Using the “Store” Command 1.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (49,1) Infotainment System To delete all name tags: 1. Press and hold two seconds. b / g for Digit Dial: This command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time. Listing Stored Numbers Re‐dial: This command is used to dial the last number used on the cell phone. The list command will list all stored numbers and name tags. Using the “Dial” or “Call” Command Using the “List” Command 1.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-50 Black plate (50,1) Infotainment System Using the “Re‐dial” Command 1. Press and hold two seconds. b / g for . Press b / g again to return to the original call. . To ignore the incoming call, no action is required. 2. After the tone, say “Re‐dial.” Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. . Press c / x to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (51,1) Infotainment System Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone To access contacts stored in the cell phone: During a call with the audio in the vehicle: 1. Press and hold two seconds. 1. Press b / g. 2. Say “Transfer Call.” Transferring Audio to the Bluetooth System from a Cell Phone During a call with the audio on the cell phone, press b / g. The audio transfers to the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 7-52 Black plate (52,1) Infotainment System Other Information The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, defrost, defog and ventilation of the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1 Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Air Vents Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 A. Fan Control E.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 8-2 Black plate (2,1) Climate Controls Temperature Control: Move the thumbwheels up or down to increase or decrease the temperature on the driver side or the passenger side of the vehicle. A (Fan Control): Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn the front system off.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Climate Controls On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for the vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more efficiently. The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so a small amount of water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 8-4 Black plate (4,1) Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. O (On/Off): Press to turn the climate control system on or off. Outside air still enters the vehicle, and is directed to the floor.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Climate Controls always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode. See “Recirculation” later in this section. Press the + or − buttons to increase or decrease the cabin temperature. The driver side temperature display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 8-6 Black plate (6,1) Climate Controls 2. Set the driver and passenger temperature. To find your comfort setting, start with a 23°C (74°F) temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate. Use the driver or passenger temperature buttons to adjust the temperature setting as necessary. If a temperature setting of 15°C (60°F) is chosen, the system remains at the maximum cooling setting.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Climate Controls - (Defog): This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture. Air is directed to the windshield, floor outlets, and side window vents. In this mode, the system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is close to freezing. The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defrost mode.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 8-8 Black plate (8,1) Climate Controls @ (Recirculation): Press to turn the recirculation mode on. An indicator light comes on to show that the recirculation is on. The recirculation mode can be turned off by pressing the outside air button, or by turning off the ignition. This mode recirculates and helps to quickly cool the air inside the vehicle. It can be used to help prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Climate Controls Sensors The solar sensor, located in the defrost grille, middle of the instrument panel, monitors the solar heat. Do not cover the solar sensor or the system will not work properly. 8-9 There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 8-10 Black plate (10,1) Climate Controls Air Vents Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle. Move the louvers up or down to adjust the direction of the airflow. Use the thumbwheel next to or underneath the outlet to adjust the amount of airflow from the louvers. Operation Tips .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Driving and Operating Driving and Operating Driving Information Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-2 Black plate (2,1) Driving and Operating Fuel Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56 Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . 9-57 Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only) . . . . . . . . . . 9-57 California Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-57 Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . 9-58 Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-58 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . 9-59 Filling the Tank . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Driving and Operating careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do and be ready. { WARNING Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving. Refer to the infotainment section for more information on using that system, including pairing and using a cell phone.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-4 Driving and Operating Helpful braking tips to keep in mind include: . Black plate (4,1) Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. . Avoid needless heavy braking. . Keep pace with traffic. If the engine ever stops while the vehicle is being driven, brake normally but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push down.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about one-eighth of a turn, until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. 3. Then turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Loss of Control Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-6 . Black plate (6,1) Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. Controlling the vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control the vehicle is to control the speed. Read all the information about four-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving { WARNING . . . Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo properly. Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible. The heaviest things should be on the floor, forward of the rear axle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-8 Driving and Operating When driving on hills: . Use a low gear and keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. . Maintain a slow speed. . When possible, drive straight up or down the hill. . Slow down when approaching the top of the hill. . Black plate (8,1) Use headlamps even during the day to make the vehicle more visible. { WARNING Driving to the top of a hill at high speed can cause an accident.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Driving and Operating 2. Shift into P (Park) and then restart the engine. . . . If driving uphill when the vehicle stalls, shift to R (Reverse), release the parking brake, and back straight down. Never try to turn the vehicle around. If the hill is steep enough to stall the vehicle, it is steep enough to cause it to roll over. 3.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-10 Black plate (10,1) Driving and Operating Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice { WARNING Use a low gear when driving in mud – the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck. Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers can be dangerous. Ice conditions vary greatly and the vehicle could fall through the ice; you and your passengers could drown. Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) Driving and Operating After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. More frequent maintenance service is required. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for more information.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-12 . . Black plate (12,1) Driving and Operating Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires on page 10‑46. Turn off cruise control. Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest. Other driving tips include: . Keep the vehicle well ventilated. . Keep the interior temperature cool. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) Driving and Operating . Pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action. Winter Driving Driving on Snow or Ice Drive carefully when there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, creating less traction or grip. Wet ice can occur at about 0°C (32°F) when freezing rain begins to fall, resulting in even less traction.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-14 Driving and Operating { WARNING Snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to get inside. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: . . . Black plate (14,1) Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (15,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. The vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 56 km/h (35 mph). For information about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Tire Chains on page 10‑65.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-16 Black plate (16,1) Driving and Operating Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification/Tire label.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (17,1) Driving and Operating the front and rear axles. See “Certification/Tire Label” later in this section. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle's placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-18 Black plate (18,1) Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 136 kg (750 lbs) B.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (19,1) Driving and Operating of your vehicle. This is called Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-20 Driving and Operating vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. . When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. Notice: Overloading the vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not overload the vehicle. . Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (21,1) Driving and Operating Starting and Operating . New Vehicle Break-In Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: . . Keep the vehicle speed at 88 km/h (55 mph) or less for the first 805 km (500 miles). Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the first 805 km (500 miles). Do not make full-throttle starts.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-22 Black plate (22,1) Driving and Operating Before you start driving, fully press the brake pedal to confirm the adjustment is right for you. While driving, make only small adjustments. The vehicle may have a memory function which lets pedal settings be saved and recalled. See Memory Seats on page 3‑7.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (23,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING Turning off the vehicle while moving may cause loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags. While driving, only shut the vehicle off in an emergency. If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, and must be shut off while driving, turn the ignition to ACC/ ACCESSORY. The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-24 Black plate (24,1) Driving and Operating Starting the Engine Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine will not start in any other position. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Notice: Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to P (Park) only when the vehicle is stopped. Starting Procedure 1.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (25,1) Driving and Operating 2. If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds, especially in very cold weather (below −18°C or 0°F), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for up to a maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the cranking motor to cool down.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-26 Black plate (26,1) Driving and Operating The length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best advice on this. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The following vehicle accessories can be used for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off: . Audio System . Power Windows . OnStar System (if equipped) .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (27,1) Driving and Operating Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running { WARNING It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. If you have four-wheel drive and the transfer case is in N (Neutral), the vehicle will be free to roll, even if the shift lever is in P (Park).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-28 Black plate (28,1) Driving and Operating The shift lock release is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage (less than 9 volt) battery. If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See Jump Starting on page 10‑80 for more information. To shift out of P (Park) use the following: 1. Apply the brake pedal. 2.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (29,1) Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust { WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: . The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes). . The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-30 Black plate (30,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING { WARNING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (31,1) Driving and Operating When parked on a hill, especially when the vehicle has a heavy load, you may notice an increase in the effort to shift out of P (Park). See “Torque Lock” under Shifting Into Park on page 9‑26 for more information. { WARNING It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-32 Black plate (32,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (33,1) Driving and Operating The vehicle has a shift stabilization feature that adjusts the transmission shifting to the current driving conditions in order to reduce rapid upshifts and downshifts. This shift stabilization feature is designed to determine, before making an upshift, if the engine will be able to maintain vehicle speed by analyzing things such as throttle position, vehicle load, and hill grade.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-34 Black plate (34,1) Driving and Operating Range Selection Mode controls the vehicle and engine speed while driving down a hill or towing a trailer, by allowing you to select a desired range of gears. Grade Braking is not available when the Range Selection Mode is active. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑34 for more information. While using the Range Selection Mode, Cruise Control and the Tow/ Haul Mode can be used.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (35,1) Driving and Operating Drive Systems Four-Wheel Drive (Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case) If the vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send the engine's driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. Read the following before using four-wheel drive.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-36 Black plate (36,1) Driving and Operating If the lights do not come on, you should take the vehicle to your dealer for service. An indicator light will flash while shifting. It will stay on when the shift is completed. If for some reason the transfer case cannot make a requested shift, it will return to the last chosen setting.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (37,1) Driving and Operating Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive High or AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) Extended high-speed operation in 4L may damage or shorten the life of the drivetrain. Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel Drive High or AUTO position. This can be done at any speed, except when shifting from Four-Wheel Drive Low. The indicator light will flash while shifting. It will remain on when the shift is completed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-38 Black plate (38,1) Driving and Operating with the transmission in N (Neutral) and the ignition in ON/RUN. The preferred method for shifting out of Four-Wheel Drive Low is to have your vehicle moving 1.6 to 3.2 km/h (1 to 2 mph). Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, or Two-Wheel Drive High position.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (39,1) Driving and Operating 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. Notice: Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four-Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case. To help avoid damaging the vehicle, always wait for the Four-Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear. 2.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-40 Black plate (40,1) Driving and Operating Front Axle The front axle engages and disengages automatically when you shift the transfer case. Some delay for the axle to engage or disengage is normal. Automatic Transfer Case The transfer case knob is located to the left of the instrument panel cluster. Use this dial to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. The vehicle has Four-Wheel Drive with StabiliTrak®.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (41,1) Driving and Operating Service Four‐Wheel Drive If the SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE message stays on, you should take the vehicle to your dealer for service. See “SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE” message under Transmission Messages on page 5‑40. Shifting Into Four-Wheel Drive High or AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) Turn the knob to the Four-Wheel Drive High or AUTO position. This can be done at any speed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-42 Black plate (42,1) Driving and Operating If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle, a computer senses that the wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel. ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel, as required, faster than any driver could.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (43,1) Driving and Operating Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down, then push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you feel the pedal release.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-44 Black plate (44,1) Driving and Operating pressure for a maximum of two seconds to ensure that there is no rolling. The brakes will automatically release when the accelerator pedal is applied within the two‐second window. If the vehicle is equipped with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, HSA may also apply the trailer brakes.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (45,1) Driving and Operating If a DIC message appears, make sure the StabiliTrak system has not been turned off using the Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak button. Then turn the vehicle off, wait 15 seconds, and then turn it back on again to reset the system. If any of the messages still appear on the DIC, the vehicle should be taken in for service.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-46 Black plate (46,1) Driving and Operating When the TCS has been turned off, system noises may still be heard as a result of the brake-traction control coming on. It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn the system off if the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, and you want to “rock” the vehicle to attempt to free it.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (47,1) Driving and Operating If cruise control is being used when the system activates, the StabiliTrak light will flash and cruise control will automatically disengage. Cruise control may be reengaged when road conditions allow. See Cruise Control on page 9‑48. StabiliTrak may also turn off automatically if it determines that a problem exists with the system.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-48 Black plate (48,1) Driving and Operating This type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a better leveled riding position as well as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. An air compressor connected to the rear shocks will raise or lower the rear of the vehicle to maintain proper vehicle height.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (49,1) Driving and Operating +RES (Resume/Accelerate): Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed, or press and hold to accelerate. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator. SET− (Set/Coast): Press to set the speed and activate cruise control or make the vehicle decelerate.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-50 Black plate (50,1) Driving and Operating Using Cruise Control on Hills Ending Cruise Control How well the cruise control works on hills depends on the vehicle speed, the load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, pressing the accelerator pedal may be necessary to maintain vehicle speed.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (51,1) Driving and Operating WARNING (Continued) To prevent injury, death, or vehicle damage, even with URPA, always check the area around the vehicle and check all mirrors before backing. How the System Works must also be within 2.5 m (8 ft) from the rear bumper. This distance may be less during warmer or humid weather.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-52 . . Black plate (52,1) Driving and Operating The park assist sensors are covered by frost or ice. Frost or ice can form around and behind the sensors and may not always be seen; this can occur after washing the vehicle in cold weather. The message may not clear until the frost or ice has melted. A trailer was attached to the vehicle, or an object was hanging out of the tailgate during the last drive cycle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (53,1) Driving and Operating 9-53 Vehicles with Navigation System Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Screen The RVC system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. When the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse), the video image appears on the navigation screen.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-54 Black plate (54,1) Driving and Operating Rear Parking Assist Symbols Unavailable error message may display. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑50. The symbols appear near objects detected by the URPA system. The symbol may cover the object when viewing the navigation screen. To turn the symbols on or off: 1. Make sure that URPA has not been disabled. 2. Shift into P (Park). 3. Press MENU to enter the configure menu options.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (55,1) Driving and Operating Displayed images may be further or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display. When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly The RVC system might not work properly or display a clear image if: . The RVC is turned off. See “Turning the RVC System On or Off” earlier in this section. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-56 Black plate (56,1) Driving and Operating The fast flash conditions are used to protect the video device from high temperature conditions. Once conditions return to normal the device will reset and the green indicator will stop flashing. During any of these fault conditions, the display will be blank and the indicator will flash while the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or until the conditions return to normal.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (57,1) Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark knock, might be heard when driving. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-58 Black plate (58,1) Driving and Operating Fuels in Foreign Countries Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (59,1) Driving and Operating Notice: This vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under the vehicle warranty.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-60 Black plate (60,1) Driving and Operating E85 has less energy per liter (gallon) than gasoline, so you will need to refill the fuel tank more often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline. See Filling the Tank on page 9‑60. Notice: Some additives are not compatible with E85 fuel and can harm the vehicle's fuel system. Do not add anything to E85. Damage caused by additives would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (61,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Be careful not to spill fuel.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-62 Black plate (62,1) Driving and Operating Filling a Portable Fuel Container { WARNING Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the fuel vapor. You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: . Dispense fuel only into approved containers. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (63,1) Driving and Operating For information on towing a disabled vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑84. For information on towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑85. Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips . Consider using a sway control. See “Hitches” in Towing Equipment on page 9‑71. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-64 Black plate (64,1) Driving and Operating Driving with a Trailer { WARNING When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and enter if the liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most window is open. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. To maximize safety when towing a trailer: .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (65,1) Driving and Operating 9-65 Passing Making Turns Driving on Grades More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer. The combination will not accelerate as quickly and is longer so it is necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane. Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. The vehicle could be damaged.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-66 Black plate (66,1) Driving and Operating When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If the engine is turned off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (67,1) Driving and Operating WARNING (Continued) If the engine has been left running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. Always put the shift lever fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-68 Black plate (68,1) Driving and Operating Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage the vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with the vehicle. The following information has many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (69,1) Driving and Operating Vehicle 9-69 Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR * 3.08 2 313 kg (5,100 lbs) 4 990 kg (11,000 lbs) 1500 Series 2WD 5.3L V8 5.3L V8 3.42 2 540 kg (5,600 lbs) 5 216 kg (11,500 lbs) 5.3L V8 K5L HD Cooling Pkg 3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) 1500 Series 4WD 5.3L V8 3.08 2 268 kg (5,000 lbs) 4 990 kg (11,000 lbs) 5.3L V8 3.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-70 Black plate (70,1) Driving and Operating Vehicle Series Trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the loaded trailer weight (B) up to the maximums for vehicle series and hitch type. Hitch Type Maximum Tongue Weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) 1500 Weight Distributing 499 kg (1,100 lbs) Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (71,1) Driving and Operating Weight of the Trailering Combination It is important that the combination of the tow vehicle and trailer does not exceed any of its weight ratings — GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Trailer Weight Rating or Tongue Weight.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-72 Black plate (72,1) Driving and Operating Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (73,1) Driving and Operating Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions These wiring provisions are included with the vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package. These provisions are for an electric brake controller. The instrument panel contains blunt cut wires near the data link connector for the trailer brake controller. The harness contains the following wires: . Dark Blue: Brake Signal to Trailer Connector .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-74 Black plate (74,1) Driving and Operating Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage. However, there is no benefit to the selection of Tow/Haul when the vehicle is unloaded. Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (75,1) Driving and Operating . WARNING (Continued) use with trailers with surge, air, or electric‐over‐hydraulic trailer brake systems. To determine the type of brakes on the trailer and the availability of controllers, check with your trailer manufacturer or dealer. When trailering, make sure of the following: . The trailer and vehicle are properly loaded for the towing condition.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-76 Driving and Operating The Trailer Brake Display Page can be displayed by performing any of the following actions: . . . . Black plate (76,1) Scrolling through the DIC menu pages using the odometer trip stem or the DIC Vehicle Information button (if equipped).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (77,1) Driving and Operating . There is a fault in the ITBC system (a SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM message will also be displayed in the DIC). Manual Trailer Brake Apply The Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever is located on the Trailer Brake Control Panel and is used to apply the trailer’s electric brakes independent of the vehicle’s brakes.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-78 Black plate (78,1) Driving and Operating 5. Drive the vehicle with the trailer attached on a level road surface representative of the towing condition and free of traffic at about 32 to 40 km/h (20 to 25 mph) and fully apply the Manual Trailer Brake Apply lever. Adjusting trailer gain at speeds lower than 32 to 40 km/h (20 to 25 mph) may result in an incorrect gain setting. 6.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (79,1) Driving and Operating To determine if the electrical fault is on the vehicle side or trailer side of the trailer wiring harness connection, do the following: the ITBC system. Take the vehicle to an authorized GM dealer to have the ITBC system diagnosed and repaired. 1. Disconnect the trailer wiring harness from the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 9-80 Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Vehicle Care Vehicle Care General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 10-2 10-3 10-3 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-2 Black plate (2,1) Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-60 Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-61 Different Size Tires and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-62 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-62 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-64 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . . 10-64 Tire Chains .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Vehicle Care California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Accessories and Modifications Certain types of automotive applications, such as airbag initiators, safety belt pretensioners, and lithium batteries contained in Remote Keyless Entry transmitters, may contain perchlorate materials. Special handling may be necessary. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-4 Black plate (4,1) Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work { WARNING It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge, service manual, tools, or parts. Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work. If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Vehicle Care Hood 3. Push the secondary hood release to the right. To open the hood: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel. 10-5 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 5.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Vehicle Care A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10‑14. F. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 10‑16. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (Out of View). See “Checking the Fluid Level” under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10‑11. C. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Starting on page 10‑80. G. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 10‑8. D.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-8 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Vehicle Care has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for the location of the engine oil fill cap.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-10 Black plate (10,1) Vehicle Care Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) Vehicle Care How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System On all vehicles, the Engine Oil Life System can be reset as follows: Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change. Always reset the engine oil life to 100% after every oil change. It will not reset itself. To reset the system on most vehicles: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off. 1.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-12 Black plate (12,1) Vehicle Care Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in the Maintenance Schedule. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3. Be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑11. How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) Vehicle Care 10-13 Hot Check Procedure 1. Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for more information. 2. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 3.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-14 Black plate (14,1) Vehicle Care Consistency of Readings 1. Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for more information. 2. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 3.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (15,1) Vehicle Care 10-15 How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the engine air cleaner/filter from the vehicle by following Steps 1 through 6. When the engine air cleaner/filter is removed, lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt. If the engine air cleaner/filter remains covered with dirt, a new filter is required. Never use compressed air to clean the filter.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-16 Black plate (16,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING { WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (17,1) Vehicle Care Engine Coolant WARNING (Continued) The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever occurs first. The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 10‑20.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-18 Black plate (18,1) Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water. Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center, familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal. This will help protect the environment and your health.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (19,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the surge tank pressure cap, is hot.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-20 Black plate (20,1) Vehicle Care By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark. 5. Replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated. 4.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (21,1) Vehicle Care If the decision is made to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface. Then check to see if the engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the vehicle warranty.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-22 Black plate (22,1) Vehicle Care If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam: The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message, along with a low coolant condition, can indicate a serious problem. 1. Turn the air conditioning off.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (23,1) Vehicle Care Notice: After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant loss, change the oil and reset the oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 10‑8. Engine Fan The vehicle has electric cooling fans.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-24 Black plate (24,1) Vehicle Care What to Use Adding Washer Fluid To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑11. Always use the proper fluid. The vehicle has a low washer fluid message on the DIC that comes on when the washer fluid is low. The message is displayed for 15 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (25,1) Vehicle Care Brakes This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. { WARNING The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to a crash.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-26 Black plate (26,1) Vehicle Care Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: . The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear. When new linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (27,1) Vehicle Care After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is above the MIN but not over the MAX mark. Notice . What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑11. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-28 Black plate (28,1) Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage { WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 10‑80 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Four-Wheel Drive Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3 to determine when to check the lubricant.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (29,1) Vehicle Care 10-29 Front Axle What to Use When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑11 to determine what kind of lubricant to use. It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless there is a leak suspected or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-30 Black plate (30,1) Vehicle Care Also, if a vehicle has just been driven before checking the fluid level, it may appear lower than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area. Therefore, a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (31,1) Vehicle Care 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 9‑42. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-32 Vehicle Care Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check { WARNING When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (33,1) Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming 3. Install the new blade onto the arm connector and make sure the grooved areas are fully set in the locked position. For the proper type and size, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11‑13. Glass Replacement If the windshield or front side glass must be replaced, see your dealer to determine the correct replacement glass. The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-34 Black plate (34,1) Vehicle Care 6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted. This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the flat surface. Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle's low-beam headlamps. The high-beam headlamps will be correctly aimed if the low-beam headlamps are aimed properly.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (35,1) Vehicle Care 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam. Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10‑37.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-36 Black plate (36,1) Vehicle Care To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Open the tailgate. See Tailgate on page 2‑15 for more information. 3. Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until you disengage the outer pins on the taillamp assembly from the vehicle. License Plate Lamp 4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly. 5. Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket. 6.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (37,1) Vehicle Care To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Using a small flat-bladed tool, insert the blade end at the back edge of the rear license plate lamp housing (A). 2. Gently push forward while lifting the back edge of the lamp housing from the bumper opening. 3. Turn the bulb socket (C) one‐quarter turn to release the bulb socket from the lamp housing (A). 4. Pull the bulb (B) from the bulb socket (C). 5.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-38 Black plate (38,1) Vehicle Care Headlamp Wiring An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. Have the headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off. Windshield Wipers If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-40 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (41,1) Vehicle Care Fuses Usage 31 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (If Equipped) 32 Driver Side High-Beam Headlamp Fuses Usage 41 Amplifier 42 Audio System 43 Miscellaneous (Ignition), Cruise Control 44 Liftgate Release 45 Airbag System (Battery) 46 Instrument Panel Cluster 47 Not Used 48 Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition) 33 Daytime Running Lamps 2 (If Equipped) 34 Sunroof 35 Key Ignition System, Th
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-42 J-Case Fuses Black plate (42,1) Vehicle Care Usage 60 Cooling Fan 2 61 Antilock Brake System 1 J-Case Fuses Usage 71 Power Liftgate Module 72 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays Usage 62 Starter 63 Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes) 64 Left Bussed Electrical Center 1 FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed 65 Electric Running Boards FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed 66 Not Used FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control 67 Transfer Case
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (43,1) Vehicle Care Fuses The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-44 Fuses 12 Black plate (44,1) Vehicle Care Usage Stoplamps, Center High‐Mounted Stoplamp 13 Rear Climate Controls 14 Power Mirror 15 Body Control Module (BCM) 16 Accessory Power Outlets 17 Interior Lamps 18 Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) 19 Rear Seat Entertainment Fuses Usage 20 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Liftgate 21 Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) 22 Driver Information Center (DIC) 23 Rear Wip
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (45,1) Vehicle Care Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel fuse block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-46 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Tires WARNING (Continued) . Every new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. . { WARNING . . Black plate (46,1) Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (47,1) Vehicle Care Notice: Low‐profile tires are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb impact than standard profile tires. Tire and/or wheel assembly damage can occur when coming into contact with road hazards like, potholes, or sharp edged objects, or when sliding into a curb. The warranty does not cover this type of damage.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-48 Black plate (48,1) Vehicle Care (E) Tire Ply Material : The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For more information, see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 10‑62.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (49,1) Vehicle Care (E) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The letters and numbers following the DOT code are the Tire Identification Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-50 Black plate (50,1) Vehicle Care is certified to carry. The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load. Light Truck (LT‐Metric) Tire (A) Light Truck (LT‐Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letters LT as the first two characters in the tire size mean a light truck tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim Association.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (51,1) Vehicle Care Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials. Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-52 Black plate (52,1) Vehicle Care Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (53,1) Vehicle Care tire's traction, temperature, and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 10‑62. and recommended inflation pressure. See “Tire and Loading Information Label” under Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑16.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-54 Black plate (54,1) Vehicle Care How the vehicle is loaded affects vehicle handling and ride comfort. Never load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry. When to Check Check the tires once a month or more. Do not forget the spare tire, if the vehicle has one. See Full-Size Spare Tire on page 10‑79 for additional information. How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gauge to check tire pressure.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (55,1) Vehicle Care pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under‐inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under‐inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-56 Black plate (56,1) Vehicle Care displays, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑25 and Tire Messages on page 5‑39. When a low tire pressure condition is detected, the TPMS illuminates the low tire pressure warning light located on the instrument cluster. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (57,1) Vehicle Care Some of the conditions that can cause these to come on are: . . One of the road tires has been replaced with the spare tire. The spare tire does not have a TPMS sensor. The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off after the road tire is replaced and the sensor matching process is performed successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Matching Process” later in this section.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-58 Black plate (58,1) Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching process is: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off. 3. Press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter's Q and " buttons at the same time for approximately five seconds. The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the DIC screen. 4.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (59,1) Vehicle Care . The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. 10-59 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑55. Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 12‑2.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-60 Black plate (60,1) Vehicle Care Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up. Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts. maintenance affect how fast aging takes place. Tires will typically need to be replaced due to wear before they may need to be replaced due to age.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (61,1) Vehicle Care Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle. The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating. When replacement tires are needed, GM strongly recommends buying tires with the same TPC Spec rating.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/8/11 10-62 Black plate (62,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING Using bias-ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly and cause a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/8/11 Black plate (63,1) Vehicle Care For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States. The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-64 Black plate (64,1) Vehicle Care Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (65,1) Vehicle Care Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors with new GM original equipment parts. { WARNING Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle. Tires can lose air, and cause loss of control, causing a crash.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-66 Black plate (66,1) Vehicle Care Do not use chains on the front tires. Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. If the chains contact the vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (67,1) Vehicle Care if possible. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑4. { WARNING Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall causing injury or death. Find a level place to change the tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. WARNING (Continued) 5. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. 6.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-68 Black plate (68,1) Vehicle Care 3. Turn the wing nut (C) counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks (A) attached to the jack (E). Place the wheel blocks where needed as indicated in previously in this section. To access the spare tire: The tools for changing a flat tire are located in the passenger side top-box storage unit. To remove the tools: A. Wheel Blocks B. Jack Knob C. Wing Nut D. Retaining Hook E. Jack F.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (69,1) Vehicle Care 10-69 If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower. See Secondary Latch System on page 10‑77 for more information. 1. Open the hoist shaft access cover on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (J). 2. To remove the spare tire lock, insert the ignition key, turn it clockwise and pull it straight out. 4.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-70 Black plate (70,1) Vehicle Care tilt the retainer and pull it through the center of the wheel along with the cable and guide pin. 8. Put the spare tire near the flat tire. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑66 for more information. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 7. Tilt the tire with slack in the cable to access the tire/wheel retainer. 2.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (71,1) Vehicle Care 10-71 { WARNING Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-72 Black plate (72,1) Vehicle Care Front Position Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle and only one jack handle extension. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach the jack handle to the jack (A). Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire near the front body mount, as shown. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (73,1) Vehicle Care 9. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel after mounting the spare tire. { WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-74 Black plate (74,1) Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools { WARNING Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (75,1) Vehicle Care 10-75 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. Tilt the retainer down through the center wheel opening. A. Spare Tire/Flat Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down) B. Hoist Assembly C. Hoist Cable D. Tire/Wheel Retainer 2. Tilt the tire. Separate the tire/ wheel retainer from the guide pin. Pull the pin through the center of the wheel. E.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-76 Black plate (76,1) Vehicle Care To store the tools: 1. Return the tools to the tool bag and place it back in the top‐box storage unit. 4. Insert the open end of the extension (F) through the hole in the rear bumper (G) (hoist shaft access hole). 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel and is centered in the wheel opening. 6.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (77,1) Vehicle Care Secondary Latch System This vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle. For the secondary latch to work, the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing down. See “Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools” under Tire Changing on page 10‑67.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-78 Black plate (78,1) Vehicle Care 10. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting. A. Jack B. Wheel Blocks 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle toward the front of the rear bumper. 7. Place the bottom edge of the jack (A) on the wheel blocks (B), separating them so that the jack is balanced securely. 11.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (79,1) Vehicle Care 13. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-80 Black plate (80,1) Vehicle Care After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inflated. Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle. This way, the spare tire will be available in case you need it again. Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes, because they will not fit.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (81,1) Vehicle Care You would not be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put the automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in Neutral before setting the parking brake.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-82 Black plate (82,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { WARNING Using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (83,1) Vehicle Care 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-84 Black plate (84,1) Vehicle Care To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: Towing 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery. Towing the Vehicle 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. Jumper Cable Removal A.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (85,1) Vehicle Care Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle – such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-86 Black plate (86,1) Vehicle Care Two-wheel-drive vehicles and four-wheel drive vehicles with a single speed automatic transfer case should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. Four-wheel drive vehicles with a single speed automatic transfer case have no neutral position and will spin the transmission when the rear wheels turn.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (87,1) Vehicle Care After towing, see “Shifting Out of Neutral” under “Four-Wheel Drive” for the proper procedure to take the vehicle out of the Neutral position.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-88 Black plate (88,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle's transfer case into N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P (Park). The driver or others could be injured. Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before the transfer case is shifted to N (Neutral). 8. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. After towing, see “Shifting Out of N (Neutral)” under “Four-Wheel Drive.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (89,1) Vehicle Care Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Two Speed Automatic Transfer Case Use the following procedure to dolly tow a four-wheel drive vehicle from the rear: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Drive the rear wheels onto the dolly. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 9‑42. 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). 5.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-90 Black plate (90,1) Vehicle Care Notice: Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding 8,274 kPa (1,200 psi) can result in damage or removal of paint and decals. Rinse the vehicle well, before washing and after, to remove all cleaning agents completely. If they are allowed to dry on the surface, they could stain.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (91,1) Vehicle Care Windshield and Wiper Blades Tires Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. Clean rubber blades using lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-92 Black plate (92,1) Vehicle Care Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear. Inspect the power steering for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually check constant velocity joints, rubber boots, and axle seals for leaks.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (93,1) Vehicle Care Your dealer may have products for cleaning the interior. Use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned to prevent permanent damage. To prevent overspray, apply all cleaners directly to the cleaning cloth. Cleaners should be removed quickly. Never allow cleaners to remain on the surface being cleaned for extended periods of time.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 10-94 Black plate (94,1) Vehicle Care 2. Remove excess moisture by gently wringing until water does not drip from the cleaning cloth. Following the cleaning process, a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Rotate the cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently to prevent forcing the soil in to the fabric.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (95,1) Vehicle Care Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. { WARNING Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Floor Mats { WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed, it can interfere with the pedals.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3 Special Application Services Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8 Additional Maintenance and Care Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 11-2 Service and Maintenance Because of the way people use vehicles, maintenance needs vary. There may need to be more frequent checks and services. The Additional Required Services ‐ Normal are for vehicles that: . Black plate (2,1) Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑16. . Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop . Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil on page 10‑8. Once a Month . Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑53. . Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑58. . Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑24.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 11-4 Black plate (4,1) Service and Maintenance . Check tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑53. . Check restraint system components. See Safety System Check on page 3‑19. . Check ignition transmission lock. See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10‑31. . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑58. . Visually inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. . . Visually check for fluid leaks. . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 11-6 Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services — Normal a) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook‐up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace as needed. b) Or every four years, whichever comes first. c) Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 11-8 Black plate (8,1) Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services — Severe Special Application Services Additional Maintenance and Care a) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook‐up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace as needed. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Service and Maintenance . . To avoid break‐down or failure to start the vehicle, maintain a battery with full cranking power. Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion‐free. Belts . . Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 11-10 . Service and Maintenance As part of the multi‐point inspection, trained dealer technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can advise when service is needed. Tires Tires need to be properly inflated, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save money, fuel, and can reduce the risk of tire failure. . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) Service and Maintenance 11-11 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Engine Oil Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System Windshield Washer Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 11-12 Black plate (12,1) Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Front Axle SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021671, in Canada 89021672). Rear Axle SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Canada 89021678). Transfer Case DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Front Axle Propshaft Spline or One-Piece Propshaft Spline (Two-Wheel Drive with Auto. Trans.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified here by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Standard Filter 15908916* A3086C* High Capacity Filter 15908915 A3085C Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12621258 41-110 25877402 — Wiper Blades Front – 55.0 cm (21.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 11-14 Black plate (14,1) Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (15,1) Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 11-15
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 12-2 Black plate (2,1) Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑11 for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Capacities Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Technical Data Engine Specifications VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management™ (Iron) (LMG) Engine 0 Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) 5.3L V8 FlexFuel with Active Fuel Management™ (Aluminum) (LC9) 7 Automatic 1.02 mm (0.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) Customer Information Customer Information Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico) . . . . . . . . 13-3 Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada) . . . . . . . . . 13-4 Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by your dealership without further help, in the U.S., call the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, call General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre at 1-800-263-3777 (English), or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) Customer Information STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-4 Black plate (4,1) Customer Information However, we recognize that despite the good intentions of all parties involved, sometimes a misunderstanding may occur. If you have a problem that has not been satisfactorily handled through the normal means, we suggest the following steps: STEP ONE Explain your case to your dealer service agent, service manager, dealer sales agent, or sales manager, depending on your case.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) Customer Information Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gm.ca 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 Overseas Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-6 Black plate (6,1) Customer Information Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada) . Storage for online service and maintenance records. Chevrolet Owner Centre (Canada) chevroletowner.ca . Chevrolet dealer locator for service nationwide.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) Customer Information GM Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Canada) General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Roadside Assistance Program (U.S.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-8 Customer Information Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or the same type of claim is made many times. Services Provided . . . Black plate (8,1) Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station. . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) Customer Information . . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: Must be over 250 kilometers from where your trip was started to qualify. General Motors of Canada Limited requires pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, and a copy of the repair orders. Once authorization has been received, the Roadside Assistance advisor will help to make arrangements and explain how to receive payment.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-10 Customer Information . Lock-Out Service: Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out. . Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start a dead battery. . *Emergency Messages: Transmission of urgent phone messages. . *Emergency Calls: Call for emergency services. . *Dealership Location Assistance: Information regarding addresses and telephone numbers for Chevrolet dealers. .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) Customer Information A rental car will be provided for up to two days and the vehicle must be returned to its original destination, excluding vehicles with a carrying capacity greater than 3.5 tons.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-12 . Customer Information Food service, beverages, telephone calls, or other extra costs. Accommodation costs apply only to Mexico per the terms and conditions of the Roadside Assistance program. . Any damage to the vehicle without intent, derived from the services provided. . Cost of towing a trailer when choosing a Chevrolet dealer that is nearest to the temporary storage facility for the disabled vehicle. . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) Customer Information Courtesy Transportation Program (U.S. and Canada) To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada), extended powertrain, and/or hybrid-specific warranties in both the U.S. and Canada.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-14 Black plate (14,1) Customer Information insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage, or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (15,1) Customer Information Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts is not covered by that warranty. Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-16 Black plate (16,1) Customer Information . Insurance company and policy number. . General description of the damage to the other vehicle. Choose a reputable repair facility that uses quality replacement parts. See “Collision Parts” earlier in this section. If the airbag has inflated, see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? on page 3‑26.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (17,1) Customer Information In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and shipping fees. Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and shipping fees. Current and Past Models Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-18 Black plate (18,1) Customer Information To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (19,1) Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy This GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle’s performance and how it is driven.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 13-20 Black plate (20,1) Customer Information GM will not access this data or share it with others except: with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee; in response to an official request by police or similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through the discovery process; or, as required by law.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview OnStar Overview OnStar Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1 OnStar Services Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 14-2 OnStar Push Q to connect to a live Advisor to: . Verify account information or update contact information. . Get driving directions. Requires the available Directions and Connections service plan. . Receive On-Demand Diagnostics for a check on the vehicle’s key operating systems. . Receive Roadside Assistance. Push ] to get a priority connection to an Emergency Advisor available 24/7 to: . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) OnStar Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route Cancel Route 1. Push X. System responds: “OnStar ready,” then a tone. Say “Cancel route.” System responds: “Would you like to cancel route directions to your destination?” 2. Say “Yes.” System responds: “OK, route canceled.” 3. Say “Goodbye.” Exits voice commands. Route Preview 1. Push X. System responds: “OnStar ready,” then a tone. 2. Say “Route Preview.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 14-4 Black plate (4,1) OnStar Hands-Free Calling 1. Push X. System responds: “OnStar ready.” 2. Say “Dial.” System responds: “Please say the name or number to call.” 3. Say the entire number without pausing, including a “1” and the area code. System responds: “OK calling.” Retrieve My Number 1. Push X. System responds: “OnStar ready.” 2. Say “My Number.” System responds: “Your OnStar Hands-Free Calling number is.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) OnStar Diagnostics OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will perform a vehicle check every month. It will check the engine, transmission, antilock brakes, and major vehicle systems. It also checks the tire pressures, if the vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. If a diagnostics check is needed between e-mails, push Q, and an Advisor can run a check.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 14-6 Black plate (6,1) OnStar OnStar service cannot work unless your vehicle is in a place where OnStar has an agreement with a wireless service provider for service in that area, and the wireless service provider has coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with OnStar’s service.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) OnStar Warranty OnStar equipment may be warranted as part of the new-vehicle limited warranty. The manufacturer of the vehicle furnishes detailed warranty information. Global Positioning System (GPS) . Languages The vehicle can be programmed to respond in French or Spanish. Push Q and ask an Advisor. Advisors can speak French or Spanish. Potential Issues Some OnStar services are disabled after five days.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 14-8 OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment Privacy The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not add any electrical equipment. See Add-On Electrical Equipment on page 9‑80. Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate. The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www.onstar.com.
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (1,1) INDEX A Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26 Active Fuel Management® . . . . . 9-28 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-80 Additional Information, OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-5 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 i-2 Black plate (2,1) INDEX Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-33 Shift Lock Control Function Check . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31 Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-29 Axle, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 Axle, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 B Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (3,1) INDEX Cautions, Danger, and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13 CD/DVD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18 Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . 4-1 Center Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-65 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . 5-17 Check Engine Light . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 i-4 Black plate (4,1) INDEX Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Devices, Auxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-29 Diagnostics, OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . 14-5 Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Dome Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (5,1) INDEX Engine (cont'd) Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36 Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . .5-12 Overheated Protection Operating Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 10-22 Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-20 Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-36 Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-23 Running While Parked . . . . . . . .9-29 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 i-6 Black plate (6,1) INDEX Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38 Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-42 G Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . 5-50 Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-50 Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (7,1) INDEX I L Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22 Ignition Transmission Lock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Introduction . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 i-8 Black plate (8,1) INDEX Lights (cont'd) Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-21 Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Locking Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47 Locks Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (9,1) INDEX N Navigation OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-2 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-20 New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . 9-21 O Object Detection System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-11 Off-Road . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 i-10 Black plate (10,1) INDEX Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-20 Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Protection, Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8 Retained Accessory (RAP) . . .9-26 Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Steering Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-23 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (11,1) INDEX Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government . . . . . . 13-18 General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-18 U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-17 Restraints Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-41 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26 Ride Control Systems Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-38 Roads Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 i-12 Black plate (12,1) INDEX Service (cont'd) Publications Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-16 Scheduling Appointments . . . 13-12 Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32 Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31 Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-26 Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 Black plate (13,1) INDEX Tires (cont'd) Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-59 Secondary Latch System . . . 10-77 Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . 10-47 Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-50 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-62 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-64 Wheel Replacement . . . . . . . .
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Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11 i-14 INDEX Vehicle Care Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-53 Ventilation, Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10 Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25 Voltmeter Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14 W Warning Brake System Light . . . . . . . . . . .5-20 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .