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Instrument
Panel
Cluster
Your
instrument
panel
cluster
is
designed
to
let
you
know
at
a
glance
how
your
vehicle
is
running.
You
will
know
how
fast
you
are
going,
how
much
fuel
you
are
using,
and
many
other
things
you
will
need
to
drive
safely
and
economically.
Your
vehicle’s
instrument
panel
cluster
includes
indicator
warning
lights
and
gages
that
are
explained
on
the
following
pages.
United
States
shown,
Canada
similar
3-20
117
119
Table of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Default Chapter
2
How to Use this Manual
2
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Table of Contents
7
Front Seats
8
Manual Seats
8
Driver Seat Height Adjuster
9
Reclining Seatbacks
9
Head Restraints
11
Rear Seats
12
Rear Seat Operation (Sedan)
12
Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback)
13
Safety Belts
16
Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone
16
Why Safety Belts Work
17
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
20
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
21
Driver Position
21
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
28
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
29
Right Front Passenger Position
29
Rear Seat Passengers
29
Center Rear Passenger Position
32
Safety Belt Pretensioners
33
Safety Belt Extender
33
Child Restraints
34
Older Children
34
Infants and Young Children
36
Child Restraint Systems
40
Where to Put the Restraint
43
Top Strap
44
Top Strap Anchor Location
45
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
46
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
49
Securing a Child Restraint in a
49
Rear Seat Position
49
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
52
Airbag System
54
Where Are the Airbags
56
When Should an Airbag Inflate
57
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
58
How Does an Airbag Restrain
58
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
58
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
60
Restraint System Check
60
Checking Your Restraint Systems
60
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
61
Section 2 Features and Controls
63
Features and Controls
63
Keys
64
Remote Keyless Entry System
66
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
67
Battery Replacement
68
Doors and Locks
69
Door Locks
69
Central Door Unlocking System
69
Door Ajar Reminder
70
Rear Door Security Locks
70
Lockout Protection
71
Trunk (Sedan)
71
Remote Trunk Release
72
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
72
Liftgate (Hatchback)
73
Windows
74
Manual Windows
74
Power Windows
75
Sun Visors
75
Theft-Deterrent Systems
76
Theft-Deterrent System
76
How the System Alarm Is Activated
77
How to Turn off the System Alarm
77
Disarming the System
77
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
77
Immobilizer
78
Immobilizer Operation
78
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
79
New Vehicle Break-In
79
Ignition Positions
80
Starting Your Engine
81
Engine Coolant Heater
82
Automatic Transaxle Operation
83
Hold Mode
86
Manual Transaxle Operation
87
Parking Brake
88
Shifting into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)
89
Shifting out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)
91
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle)
92
Parking over Things that Burn
92
Engine Exhaust
93
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
94
Mirrors
95
Manual Rearview Mirror
95
Outside Manual Mirrors
95
Outside Power Mirror
96
Outside Convex Mirror
96
Outside Heated Mirrors
96
Storage Areas
97
Glove Box
97
Cupholder(S)
97
Sunglasses Storage Compartment
98
Sunroof
98
Section 3 Instrument Panel
99
Default Chapter
99
Instrument Panel
99
Instrument Panel Overview
102
Hazard Warning Flashers
103
Other Warning Devices
103
Horn
104
Tilt Wheel
104
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
104
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
105
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
105
Flash-To-Pass
105
Windshield Wipers
106
Windshield Washer
107
Exterior Lamps
107
Headlamps on Reminder
108
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
108
Fog Lamps
109
Instrument Panel Brightness
109
Dome Lamp
110
Accessory Power Outlets
110
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
111
Climate Controls
112
Climate Control System
112
Defogging and Defrosting
114
Outlet Adjustment
115
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
116
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
117
Instrument Panel Cluster
118
Speedometer and Odometer
119
Trip Odometer
119
Tachometer
119
Safety Belt Reminder Tone
119
Brake System Warning Light
120
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
121
Highbeam on Light
122
Fuel Gage
122
Low Fuel Warning Light
123
Secondary Information Center (SIC)
124
Clock
125
Safety Belt Reminder Light
125
Airbag Readiness Light
126
Charging System Light
127
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
127
Hold Mode Light
128
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
128
Check Engine Light
128
If the Light Is on Steady
129
If the Light Is Flashing
129
Maintenance Schedule
131
Oil Pressure Light
131
Fog Lamp Light
132
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light
132
Door Ajar Light
132
AM-FM Radio
133
Finding a Station
134
Setting Preset Stations
134
Audio System(S)
133
Radio with CD (Base Level)
135
Playing a CD
137
Radio with CD (MP3)
139
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
140
Mp3 Format
142
Care of Your CD Player
145
Care of Your Cds
145
Fixed Mast Antenna
145
Radio Reception
145
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
147
Driving Your Vehicle
147
Defensive Driving
148
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
148
Drunken Driving
149
Control of a Vehicle
151
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
152
Power Steering
154
Braking
152
Braking in Emergencies
154
Steering
154
Steering Tips
155
Steering in Emergencies
156
Off-Road Recovery
157
Passing
157
Loss of Control
158
Driving at Night
160
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
161
Driving through Flowing Water
163
Driving through Deep Standing Water
163
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
163
City Driving
164
Freeway Driving
165
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
166
Highway Hypnosis
167
Hill and Mountain Roads
168
Winter Driving
169
Driving on Snow or Ice
170
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
172
If You Are Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
174
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
174
Loading Your Vehicle
175
Recreational Vehicle Towing
181
Towing
181
Towing Your Vehicle
181
Towing a Trailer
182
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
183
Service and Appearance Care
183
Service
185
Doing Your Own Service Work
186
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
186
Fuel
187
Gasoline Octane
187
Gasoline Specifications
187
California Fuel
187
Additives
188
Fuels in Foreign Countries
188
Filling Your Tank
189
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
191
Checking Things under the Hood
192
Hood Release
192
Engine Compartment Overview
194
Engine Oil
195
When to Add Engine Oil
196
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
196
Engine Oil Additives
197
When to Change Engine Oil
198
What to Do with Used Oil
198
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
199
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
200
Manual Transaxle Fluid
202
Hydraulic Clutch
202
Engine Coolant
203
What to Use
204
Checking Coolant
205
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
206
Engine Overheating
206
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
207
Cooling System
208
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
209
Power Steering Fluid
213
Windshield Washer Fluid
214
Brakes
215
What to Add
216
Brake Wear
216
Brake Pedal Travel
217
Brake Adjustment
217
Battery
218
Jump Starting
218
Headlamp Aiming
223
Bulb Replacement
223
Halogen Bulbs
223
Headlamps
224
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps
225
Turn Signal Lamps (Side)
226
Fog Lamps
226
Sidemarker Lamps (Front)
227
Sidemarker Lamps (Rear)
228
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
228
Replacement Bulbs
229
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
229
Tires
230
Tire Sidewall Labelling
231
Tire Terminology and Definitions
233
Inflation - Tire Pressure
236
Tire Inspection and Rotation
237
When It Is Time for New Tires
239
Buying New Tires
240
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
240
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
242
Wheel Replacement
242
If a Tire Goes Flat
243
Tire Chains
243
Changing a Flat Tire
244
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
246
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
247
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
251
Appearance Care
252
Compact Spare Tire
252
Fabric/Carpet
253
Vinyl
254
Using Cleaner on Fabric
254
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
254
Care of Safety Belts
255
Glass Surfaces
255
Instrument Panel
255
Interior Plastic Components
255
Weatherstrips
255
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
256
Finish Care
256
Windshield and Wiper Blades
257
Aluminum Wheels
257
Tires
258
Sheet Metal Damage
258
Finish Damage
258
Underbody Maintenance
259
Chemical Paint Spotting
259
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
259
Washing Your Vehicle
256
Vehicle Identification
260
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
260
Service Parts Identification Label
261
Electrical System
261
Add-On Electrical Equipment
261
Headlamp Wiring
261
Windshield Wiper Fuses
261
Power Windows and Other Power Options
261
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
262
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
262
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
264
Capacities and Specifications
267
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
268
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
269
Introduction
270
Maintenance Requirements
270
Maintenance Schedule
270
Your Vehicle and the Environment
270
How this Section Is Organized
271
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
272
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
272
Selecting the Right Schedule
273
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
274
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
281
At each Fuel Fill
286
At Least Once a Month
286
At Least Twice a Year
286
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
286
At Least Once a Year
287
Starter Switch Check
288
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
289
Underbody Flushing Service
289
Exhaust System Inspection
290
Fuel System Inspection
290
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
290
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
290
Brake System Inspection
291
Engine Cooling System Inspection
291
Throttle System Inspection
291
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
292
Part E: Maintenance Record
294
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information
297
Default Chapter
297
Customer Assistance and Information
297
Customer Assistance and Information
298
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
298
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
300
Customer Assistance Offices
300
Online Owner Center
300
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
302
Roadside Assistance Program
302
Canadian Roadside Assistance
303
Courtesy Transportation
304
Transportation Options
304
Scheduling Service Appointments
304
Additional Program Information
305
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders
306
Reporting Safety Defects
307
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
307
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
307
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
307
Service Bulletins
308
Service Publications Ordering Information
308
Service Manuals
308
Current and Past Model Order Forms
309
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Brand
Chevrolet
Model
2005 Aveo
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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