Owner's Manual
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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 ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-60 Tires ...5-61 Appearance Care ...5-95 Vehicle Identification ...5-104 Electrical System ...5-105 Capacities and Specifications ...5-114 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-10 Index ...1
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 ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-60 Tires ...5-61 Appearance Care ...5-95 Vehicle Identification ...5-104 Electrical System ...5-105 Capacities and Specifications ...5-114 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...7-10 Index ...1
Owner's Manual
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... correctly diagnosing any problem is also designed to assist your service technician in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. The following situations can affect your vehicle's emission controls and may cause this light on . The check engine light...more serious damage to operate at acceptable levels for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on to indicate that emissions are at higher temperatures: •...
... correctly diagnosing any problem is also designed to assist your service technician in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. The following situations can affect your vehicle's emission controls and may cause this light on . The check engine light...more serious damage to operate at acceptable levels for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on to indicate that emissions are at higher temperatures: •...
Owner's Manual
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... Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in the low pressure zone may be burned. Always follow the maintenance schedule in kPa (kilopascals). Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal...
... Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in the low pressure zone may be burned. Always follow the maintenance schedule in kPa (kilopascals). Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal...
Owner's Manual
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...change. OIL LIFE RESET will show 100% when the system is displayed to display information. 3-48 See Engine Oil on page 5-17 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 3-58 for more information. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 6-4. It will appear on the display for one second while AVG ... based on page 5-20 for five seconds while ENGINE OIL LIFE is reset. If the average fuel economy is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in which you drive. Press and hold the select button for more information. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (MPG) or...
...change. OIL LIFE RESET will show 100% when the system is displayed to display information. 3-48 See Engine Oil on page 5-17 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 3-58 for more information. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 6-4. It will appear on the display for one second while AVG ... based on page 5-20 for five seconds while ENGINE OIL LIFE is reset. If the average fuel economy is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in which you drive. Press and hold the select button for more information. This mode shows how many miles per gallon (MPG) or...
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... the next ignition cycle. If your vehicle. Driving with this message and chime will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Engine Oil on page 5-17 for more information. Also see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20 for your vehicle is not...
... the next ignition cycle. If your vehicle. Driving with this message and chime will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Engine Oil on page 5-17 for more information. Also see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-20 for your vehicle is not...
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... operating temperatures may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns. The following situations can cause damage to operate at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on the DIC display. Do not drive your vehicle with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause the transmission to the vehicle. If the... not be to cool. TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE If the transmission fluid gets hot, this message will appear on page 6-4 for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. 3-57
... operating temperatures may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns. The following situations can cause damage to operate at higher temperatures on a frequent basis, see Scheduled Maintenance on the DIC display. Do not drive your vehicle with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause the transmission to the vehicle. If the... not be to cool. TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE If the transmission fluid gets hot, this message will appear on page 6-4 for the proper transmission maintenance intervals. 3-57
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... at Night Night driving is that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. One reason is more frequent service due to the Maintenance Schedule for damage. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for additional information. Refer to off-road use. Also, check the fuel...
... at Night Night driving is that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. One reason is more frequent service due to the Maintenance Schedule for damage. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for additional information. Refer to off-road use. Also, check the fuel...
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...your trip. So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set . See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you have someone pick up on a Hill 1. Your vehicle can move , even when you 're trailering, it's a good idea to ... You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will need service more on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will not move suddenly. Check periodically to Leave After Parking on the brake pedal. 3. Let up and store the ...
...your trip. So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set . See the Maintenance Schedule for more often when you have someone pick up on a Hill 1. Your vehicle can move , even when you 're trailering, it's a good idea to ... You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will need service more on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will not move suddenly. Check periodically to Leave After Parking on the brake pedal. 3. Let up and store the ...
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See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-14 for more information. When to Inspect If your vehicle is equipped with a restriction indicator, you should inspect the air filter restriction ... the engine air cleaner/ filter needs to . On vehicles without an air filter restriction indicator, inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it lets you to be replaced. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-4 for the location of the...
See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-14 for more information. When to Inspect If your vehicle is equipped with a restriction indicator, you should inspect the air filter restriction ... the engine air cleaner/ filter needs to . On vehicles without an air filter restriction indicator, inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it lets you to be replaced. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-4 for the location of the...
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...;uid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is obtained, push the dipstick back in place. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to be in the COLD area, below the cross-hatched area, for the H-Specification. •...
...;uid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is obtained, push the dipstick back in place. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to be in the COLD area, below the cross-hatched area, for the H-Specification. •...
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See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-14 for the location of the brake system. If it is, you should add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when ... spill on the engine. If you add fluid when your vehicle could be damaged. The fluid will not correct a leak. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid. See "Checking Brake Fluid" in , the fluid level goes back up. The first is...
See Scheduled Maintenance on page 5-14 for the location of the brake system. If it is, you should add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when ... spill on the engine. If you add fluid when your vehicle could be damaged. The fluid will not correct a leak. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid. See "Checking Brake Fluid" in , the fluid level goes back up. The first is...
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How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the filler plug hole. A fl...not necessary to 13 mm) below the bottom of lubricant to use. Have it inspected and repaired. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. 1500 Series shown, 2500 Series similar To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on...1/2 inch (0 to regularly check transfer case fluid unless you hear an unusual noise. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to reach the proper level. 5-50 Add only enough fluid to change the ...
How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the filler plug hole. A fl...not necessary to 13 mm) below the bottom of lubricant to use. Have it inspected and repaired. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. 1500 Series shown, 2500 Series similar To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on...1/2 inch (0 to regularly check transfer case fluid unless you hear an unusual noise. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to reach the proper level. 5-50 Add only enough fluid to change the ...
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... plug. Have it inspected and repaired. Remove the filler plug. 2. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Use care not to use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the filler plug hole, located on page 6-13. 3. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level...
... plug. Have it inspected and repaired. Remove the filler plug. 2. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Use care not to use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the filler plug hole, located on page 6-13. 3. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level...
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..., located on page 5-60. You or others could be injured. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on the bulb package. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to about 5/8 inch (18 mm) below the filler plug hole for 2500 series. Halogen Bulbs • When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant...
..., located on page 5-60. You or others could be injured. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on the bulb package. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to about 5/8 inch (18 mm) below the filler plug hole for 2500 series. Halogen Bulbs • When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant...
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 6-1
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Additional Required Services ...6-6 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 6-1
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..., checks, inspections, replacement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as recommended. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in flation ...
..., checks, inspections, replacement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as recommended. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle. Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in flation ...
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... in making deliveries. When you go to your GM Goodwrench® dealer for further information. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work , to do errands or in Scheduled Maintenance on page 4-18. • use your GM Goodwrench® dealer. You will find these jobs....You may use the recommended fuel. If you may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on reasonable road surfaces within recommended limits....
... in making deliveries. When you go to your GM Goodwrench® dealer for further information. {CAUTION: Performing maintenance work , to do errands or in Scheduled Maintenance on page 4-18. • use your GM Goodwrench® dealer. You will find these jobs....You may use the recommended fuel. If you may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on reasonable road surfaces within recommended limits....
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... and your case, you may be required to resort to this owner's manual (United States only). • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers for updated information. Although you may reject it and proceed with any other factors. The BBB Auto Line Program is an...
... and your case, you may be required to resort to this owner's manual (United States only). • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers for updated information. Although you may reject it and proceed with any other factors. The BBB Auto Line Program is an...
Owner's Manual
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... specifically for all models. Owner's Information Owner publications are quoted in U.S. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 7-12 The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to make checks payable in U.S. Canadian residents are available for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00...
... specifically for all models. Owner's Information Owner publications are quoted in U.S. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 7-12 The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for owners and intended to make checks payable in U.S. Canadian residents are available for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00...
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... Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-15 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using Your ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-39 Manual Passenger Seat ...1-2 Memory Seat...
... Services ...6-6 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Footnotes ...6-8 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-15 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using Your ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-39 Manual Passenger Seat ...1-2 Memory Seat...