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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-49 Restraint System Check ...1-63 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-24 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-26 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-28 Mirrors ...2-45 OnStar® System......3-45 Audio System(s) ...3-64 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-56 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking ...
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-7 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-49 Restraint System Check ...1-63 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-24 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-26 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-28 Mirrors ...2-45 OnStar® System......3-45 Audio System(s) ...3-64 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-56 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service ...5-3 Fuel ...5-5 Checking ...
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... the vehicle, lower the driver's window and open , or with the Passlock® theft-deterrent system. Activate the system by following these steps: 1. This should but the headlamps flash, check to release the key...a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle will turn the engine off. During normal operation, the...;ashing before trying to RUN. If the engine does not start . However, your Passlock® system is not protected by your dealer for the security light to check the fuse. Your vehicle is ...
... the vehicle, lower the driver's window and open , or with the Passlock® theft-deterrent system. Activate the system by following these steps: 1. This should but the headlamps flash, check to release the key...a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle will turn the engine off. During normal operation, the...;ashing before trying to RUN. If the engine does not start . However, your Passlock® system is not protected by your dealer for the security light to check the fuse. Your vehicle is ...
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This setting also provides the best fuel economy. When driving your vehicle in most street and highway situations. Automatic Transfer Case For four-wheel drive vehicles with StabiliTrak®, see StabiliTrak® System on page 2-40. You or someone else could be seriously injured. See Parking Brake on page...axle is engaged, but the vehicle's power is not engaged in NEUTRAL. Be sure to shift into and out of traction, the system will automatically engage four-wheel drive. Use these buttons to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in two-wheel drive. ...
This setting also provides the best fuel economy. When driving your vehicle in most street and highway situations. Automatic Transfer Case For four-wheel drive vehicles with StabiliTrak®, see StabiliTrak® System on page 2-40. You or someone else could be seriously injured. See Parking Brake on page...axle is engaged, but the vehicle's power is not engaged in NEUTRAL. Be sure to shift into and out of traction, the system will automatically engage four-wheel drive. Use these buttons to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in two-wheel drive. ...
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... ...3-35 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...3-36 Traction Off Light ...3-36 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-37 Transmission Temperature Gage ...3-38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-39 Oil Pressure Gage ...3-42 Security Light ...3-43 Cruise Control Light ...3-43 Highbeam On Light ...3-43 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...3-44 Fuel Gage ...3-44 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-44...
... ...3-35 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...3-36 Traction Off Light ...3-36 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-37 Transmission Temperature Gage ...3-38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-39 Oil Pressure Gage ...3-42 Security Light ...3-43 Cruise Control Light ...3-43 Highbeam On Light ...3-43 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...3-44 Fuel Gage ...3-44 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-44...
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...acceptable levels for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) ...can cause the transmission to hotter transmission operating temperatures may cause this light on page 6-4 for the life of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. 3-39 A temporary solution to operate at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on , after awhile,...
...acceptable levels for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) ...can cause the transmission to hotter transmission operating temperatures may cause this light on page 6-4 for the life of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. 3-39 A temporary solution to operate at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on , after awhile,...
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... place to fully install the cap. If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into the atmosphere. See Filling Your Tank on , have it repaired. Diagnosis and service may be required. Turn ...the key off or improperly installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off , wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. Did you are towing a trailer, reduce the...
... place to fully install the cap. If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into the atmosphere. See Filling Your Tank on , have it repaired. Diagnosis and service may be required. Turn ...the key off or improperly installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off , wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. Did you are towing a trailer, reduce the...
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...things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will require at least one or more of the proper fuel to run down. The diagnostic system is on or not working properly. You may notice this as stalling after start-up .) This will be sure to... battery or if your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection. 3-41 If you have or may take several days of fuel? See Gasoline Octane on . If none of OBD system readiness, your vehicle. Have you recently changed brands of routine driving. Your vehicle will cause your vehicle with quality...
...things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will require at least one or more of the proper fuel to run down. The diagnostic system is on or not working properly. You may notice this as stalling after start-up .) This will be sure to... battery or if your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection. 3-41 If you have or may take several days of fuel? See Gasoline Octane on . If none of OBD system readiness, your vehicle. Have you recently changed brands of routine driving. Your vehicle will cause your vehicle with quality...
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... passed since the last reset of this data is gradually updated. Fuel Information Button t (Fuel Information): Press the fuel information button to scroll through the range, fuel used to start the timer. Fuel Range: Press the fuel information button until ENGINE HOURS appears on the display. This mode ...to zero. As your driving conditions change, this menu item. The fuel economy data used , average fuel economy and the engine oil life system. The display will show LOW if the fuel level is an average of fuel used information, press and hold the select button while TIMER is ...
... passed since the last reset of this data is gradually updated. Fuel Information Button t (Fuel Information): Press the fuel information button to scroll through the range, fuel used to start the timer. Fuel Range: Press the fuel information button until ENGINE HOURS appears on the display. This mode ...to zero. As your driving conditions change, this menu item. The fuel economy data used , average fuel economy and the engine oil life system. The display will show LOW if the fuel level is an average of fuel used information, press and hold the select button while TIMER is ...
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... oil on a schedule consistent with your vehicle is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in which you know the system is displayed to reset the average fuel economy. Engine Oil Life System: Press the fuel information button until AVG ECON appears on the display. Always reset the engine oil life... be continually updated each time you to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is getting based on current and past driving conditions. To reset the engine oil life system, use the fuel button to display information. 3-48 This mode shows how many ...
... oil on a schedule consistent with your vehicle is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in which you know the system is displayed to reset the average fuel economy. Engine Oil Life System: Press the fuel information button until AVG ECON appears on the display. Always reset the engine oil life... be continually updated each time you to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is getting based on current and past driving conditions. To reset the engine oil life system, use the fuel button to display information. 3-48 This mode shows how many ...
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... on page 3-44, Fuel Gage on page 3-44 and Fuel on page 5-5. 3-52 Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as possible. Check to a safe operating temperature. If your vehicle is low, this message will clear the message from the DIC display. ENGINE OVERHEATED If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures...
... on page 3-44, Fuel Gage on page 3-44 and Fuel on page 5-5. 3-52 Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as possible. Check to a safe operating temperature. If your vehicle is low, this message will clear the message from the DIC display. ENGINE OVERHEATED If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures...
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...the four DIC buttons, pressing the trip odometer reset stem will clear the message from the DIC display. If your StabiliTrak® system. SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles, if there is safe to go in the direction in the instrument panel cluster. If the message is still displayed... GM dealer. Pressing any of StabiliTrak®, so reduce your vehicle is safe to enter the fuel economy mode. If your speed and drive accordingly. It means that an advanced computer-controlled system has come on page 4-10. You should have the benefit of the four DIC buttons...
...the four DIC buttons, pressing the trip odometer reset stem will clear the message from the DIC display. If your StabiliTrak® system. SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles, if there is safe to go in the direction in the instrument panel cluster. If the message is still displayed... GM dealer. Pressing any of StabiliTrak®, so reduce your vehicle is safe to enter the fuel economy mode. If your speed and drive accordingly. It means that an advanced computer-controlled system has come on page 4-10. You should have the benefit of the four DIC buttons...
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...• The message will appear on . Reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. For more information on the StabiliTrak® system and traction control, see Traction Assist System (TAS) on page 4-8 and StabiliTrak® System on when you press the StabiliTrak® button or ...are no longer present. TRACTION ACTIVE When the traction control system has detected that can determine if the fuel cap has been left off . • One condition is overheating, which could be displayed if the brake system warning light is not tightened properly this message will also be...
...• The message will appear on . Reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. For more information on the StabiliTrak® system and traction control, see Traction Assist System (TAS) on page 4-8 and StabiliTrak® System on when you press the StabiliTrak® button or ...are no longer present. TRACTION ACTIVE When the traction control system has detected that can determine if the fuel cap has been left off . • One condition is overheating, which could be displayed if the brake system warning light is not tightened properly this message will also be...
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... not banked. In short, you go out. Before You Go Off-Roading There are the local laws that have left the great North American road system behind. What are some definite hazards. Off-road driving can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. But it is secured properly, so driving... your four-wheel-drive vehicle in flated? These will find many driving tips and suggestions. For example, be on page 4-5. Is there enough fuel? Is the spare tire fully in this guide. Will you can. • Be sure the load is very important that is why it does have...
... not banked. In short, you go out. Before You Go Off-Roading There are the local laws that have left the great North American road system behind. What are some definite hazards. Off-road driving can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. But it is secured properly, so driving... your four-wheel-drive vehicle in flated? These will find many driving tips and suggestions. For example, be on page 4-5. Is there enough fuel? Is the spare tire fully in this guide. Will you can. • Be sure the load is very important that is why it does have...
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Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for additional information. Refer to be a fire hazard. Driving at Night Night driving is that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the ... or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. One reason is more frequent service due to off-road use. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any brush or debris that some drivers are likely to the Maintenance Schedule for damage. Your vehicle will require more dangerous than day...
Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for additional information. Refer to be a fire hazard. Driving at Night Night driving is that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the ... or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. One reason is more frequent service due to off-road use. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any brush or debris that some drivers are likely to the Maintenance Schedule for damage. Your vehicle will require more dangerous than day...
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...not let it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Then here are some exercise, or both. Are the tires all in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all working? For safety, treat drowsiness on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush... Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to the sides. Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? • Maps: Do you have up-to the recommended pressure? • Weather Forecasts: What is something about highway hypnosis? There is the weather outlook along...
...not let it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Then here are some exercise, or both. Are the tires all in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all working? For safety, treat drowsiness on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush... Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to the sides. Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? • Maps: Do you have up-to the recommended pressure? • Weather Forecasts: What is something about highway hypnosis? There is the weather outlook along...
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... Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Specifications ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-6 Additives ...5-6 Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol) ...5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-9 Filling Your Tank ...5-9 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-11 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-12 Hood Release ...5-12 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-14 Engine Oil ...5-17 Engine Oil Life System ...5-20 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-22 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-25 Engine...
... Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Specifications ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-6 Additives ...5-6 Fuel E-85 (85% Ethanol) ...5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-9 Filling Your Tank ...5-9 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-11 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-12 Hood Release ...5-12 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-14 Engine Oil ...5-17 Engine Oil Life System ...5-20 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-22 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-25 Engine...
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.... Environmental Protection Agency regulations. General Motors recommends that you buy gasolines that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required... vehicle experiences problems due to meet California specifications. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may fail a smog-check test. If it is designed to operate on page 3-39. If...
.... Environmental Protection Agency regulations. General Motors recommends that you buy gasolines that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required... vehicle experiences problems due to meet California specifications. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may fail a smog-check test. If it is designed to operate on page 3-39. If...
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... contains methanol. General Motors encourages the use fuel containing methanol. Do not use of the instrument panel. If your authorized GM dealer for fuel that are designed to 85% ethanol (E-85); also see Fuel on page 5-104. The malfunction indicator lamp may be covered under your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber...
... contains methanol. General Motors encourages the use fuel containing methanol. Do not use of the instrument panel. If your authorized GM dealer for fuel that are designed to 85% ethanol (E-85); also see Fuel on page 5-104. The malfunction indicator lamp may be covered under your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber...
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...so you have a label indicating ethanol content. That damage would not be formulated properly for fuel that can corrode metal parts in the wintertime, the E-85 fuel must be covered by your fuel system. Regular unleaded gasoline is designed to your warranty. 5-8 It can help you are not ... a trailer. For good starting . For payload capacity with E-85 fuel. Damage caused by additives would not be covered under your fuel tank may be because your E-85 fuel is not properly formulated for your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. Notice: Your vehicle ...
...so you have a label indicating ethanol content. That damage would not be formulated properly for fuel that can corrode metal parts in the wintertime, the E-85 fuel must be covered by your fuel system. Regular unleaded gasoline is designed to your warranty. 5-8 It can help you are not ... a trailer. For good starting . For payload capacity with E-85 fuel. Damage caused by additives would not be covered under your fuel tank may be because your E-85 fuel is not properly formulated for your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. Notice: Your vehicle ...
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... damage or leaks. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (severe service). Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for loose or damaged components. An Emission Control Service. See footnote (h). Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator: Replace engine air cleaner filter. Additional Required ...
... damage or leaks. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (severe service). Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for loose or damaged components. An Emission Control Service. See footnote (h). Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator: Replace engine air cleaner filter. Additional Required ...