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2005 Chevrolet Aveo Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-48 Restraint System Check ...1-54 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-7 Windows ...2-12 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-14 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-17 Mirrors ...2-33 Storage Areas ...2-35 Sunroof ...2-36 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-14 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-19 Secondary Information Center (SIC) ...3-26 Audio System(s)...
2005 Chevrolet Aveo Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-10 Child Restraints ...1-28 Airbag System ...1-48 Restraint System Check ...1-54 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-2 Doors and Locks ...2-7 Windows ...2-12 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-14 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-17 Mirrors ...2-33 Storage Areas ...2-35 Sunroof ...2-36 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-14 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-19 Secondary Information Center (SIC) ...3-26 Audio System(s)...
Owner's Manual
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... Brake ...2-26 Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ...2-27 Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ...2-29 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) ...2-30 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-30 Engine Exhaust ...2-31 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-32 Mirrors ...2-33 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-33 Outside Manual Mirrors ...2-33 Outside Power Mirror ...2-34 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-34 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-34 Storage Areas ...2-35 Glove Box ...2-35 Cupholder(s) ...2-35 Sunglasses Storage Compartment ...2-36 Sunroof ...2-36 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry...
... Brake ...2-26 Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ...2-27 Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) ...2-29 Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) ...2-30 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-30 Engine Exhaust ...2-31 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-32 Mirrors ...2-33 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-33 Outside Manual Mirrors ...2-33 Outside Power Mirror ...2-34 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-34 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-34 Storage Areas ...2-35 Glove Box ...2-35 Cupholder(s) ...2-35 Sunglasses Storage Compartment ...2-36 Sunroof ...2-36 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry...
Owner's Manual
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... a switch for its own window. To raise the window, lift up on the back of the sun visors. Visor Vanity Mirror Your vehicle has vanity mirrors located on the switch. Window Lockout The window lockout is located with the lockout on the driver's door. Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from the center mount and swing them from using their window switches. The ignition must be turned...
... a switch for its own window. To raise the window, lift up on the back of the sun visors. Visor Vanity Mirror Your vehicle has vanity mirrors located on the switch. Window Lockout The window lockout is located with the lockout on the driver's door. Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from the center mount and swing them from using their window switches. The ignition must be turned...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle. See Towing a Trailer on page 7-6. The theft-deterrent system, however, is not protected by your vehicle needs service. During this time. Do not make full-throttle starts. • Avoid making hard stops for the first 500 miles (805 km). If the engine still does not start , the first key may be faulty. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on , you will perform...
... vehicle. See Towing a Trailer on page 7-6. The theft-deterrent system, however, is not protected by your vehicle needs service. During this time. Do not make full-throttle starts. • Avoid making hard stops for the first 500 miles (805 km). If the engine still does not start , the first key may be faulty. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on , you will perform...
Owner's Manual
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... driving. For easier key operation when unlocking the steering wheel, move the steering wheel from the ignition switch could cause a collision. ACC (Accessory): This position operates some instrument panel warning lights. This could cause damage or break the key. LOCK: This position locks your vehicle needs service. The switch stays in ON when the engine is all the way in. When the engine starts, release the key. Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you turn the key...
... driving. For easier key operation when unlocking the steering wheel, move the steering wheel from the ignition switch could cause a collision. ACC (Accessory): This position operates some instrument panel warning lights. This could cause damage or break the key. LOCK: This position locks your vehicle needs service. The switch stays in ON when the engine is all the way in. When the engine starts, release the key. Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you turn the key...
Owner's Manual
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... your engine gets warm. Notice: Your engine is cold. When your engine has run for five or six seconds. The idle speed will cause your key in START for about 15 seconds between each try to warm up . 3. Wait about three seconds. Notice: Holding your battery to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your starter motor. And the excessive heat can damage your shift lever...
... your engine gets warm. Notice: Your engine is cold. When your engine has run for five or six seconds. The idle speed will cause your key in START for about 15 seconds between each try to warm up . 3. Wait about three seconds. Notice: Holding your battery to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your starter motor. And the excessive heat can damage your shift lever...
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... be covered by your vehicle is stopped. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P) while holding the brake pedal down and toward the passenger side of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Shift to get out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle...
... be covered by your vehicle is stopped. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P) while holding the brake pedal down and toward the passenger side of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the wheels. The repairs would not be covered by your vehicle is moving , use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. {CAUTION: Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Shift to get out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle...
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... pedal. The repairs would not be covered by your vehicle is your shift pattern. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to REVERSE (R) only after your warranty. You can shift into SECOND (2). Manual Transaxle Operation Five-Speed This is stopped...
... pedal. The repairs would not be covered by your vehicle is your shift pattern. SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to REVERSE (R) only after your warranty. You can shift into SECOND (2). Manual Transaxle Operation Five-Speed This is stopped...
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... the key. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Turn the ignition off using a small, flat the top of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Your automatic transaxle vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Remove the key from PARK (P) when the ignition is located at object, like a screwdriver. Replace the shift-lock release slot cover. 8. Insert the key into the ignition and start the engine. 7. Have the system fixed as soon as you can . 2-29 Shift to the gear...
... the key. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Turn the ignition off using a small, flat the top of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Your automatic transaxle vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. Remove the key from PARK (P) when the ignition is located at object, like a screwdriver. Replace the shift-lock release slot cover. 8. Insert the key into the ignition and start the engine. 7. Have the system fixed as soon as you can . 2-29 Shift to the gear...
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... Fuel Container ...5-9 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-10 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-13 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-17 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-18 Manual Transaxle Fluid ...5-20 Hydraulic Clutch ...5-20 Engine Coolant ...5-21 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-24 Engine Overheating ...5-24 Cooling System ...5-26 Power Steering Fluid ...5-31 5-1 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-32 Brakes ...5-33 Battery ...5-36 Jump Starting ...5-36 Headlamp Aiming ...5-41 Bulb Replacement ...5-41 Halogen Bulbs...
... Fuel Container ...5-9 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-10 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-13 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-17 Automatic Transaxle Fluid ...5-18 Manual Transaxle Fluid ...5-20 Hydraulic Clutch ...5-20 Engine Coolant ...5-21 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-24 Engine Overheating ...5-24 Cooling System ...5-26 Power Steering Fluid ...5-31 5-1 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-32 Brakes ...5-33 Battery ...5-36 Jump Starting ...5-36 Headlamp Aiming ...5-41 Bulb Replacement ...5-41 Halogen Bulbs...
Owner's Manual
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...fuel injectors and intake valves clean. Do not use of such gasolines. General Motors does not recommend the use fuel containing methanol. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on driving in your warranty. 5-6 Some gasolines that you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. Costly repairs caused by use of gasoline. Additives To provide cleaner air... your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of improper fuel would not be covered by your fuel. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company ...
...fuel injectors and intake valves clean. Do not use of such gasolines. General Motors does not recommend the use fuel containing methanol. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on driving in your warranty. 5-6 Some gasolines that you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. Costly repairs caused by use of gasoline. Additives To provide cleaner air... your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of improper fuel would not be covered by your fuel. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company ...
Owner's Manual
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... as the first character in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Some examples of the tire. Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. 5-51 The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is expressed in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to carry.
... as the first character in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Some examples of the tire. Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. 5-51 The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is expressed in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to carry.
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... Weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire in which a tire can operate. The amount of grip provided. Tire Pressure on page 5-54 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29. 5-53 The ratings are seated. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light...
... Weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer's recommended tire in which a tire can operate. The amount of grip provided. Tire Pressure on page 5-54 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29. 5-53 The ratings are seated. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light...
Owner's Manual
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... shown here. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear in the tire rotation. 5-56 When you can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. Do not include the compact spare tire in flation pressures as shown on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 5-62. See...
... shown here. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear in the tire rotation. 5-56 When you can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. Do not include the compact spare tire in flation pressures as shown on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 5-62. See...
Owner's Manual
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... the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could cause you to lose control while driving. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the tire and loading information label attached to your vehicle. A tire and/or wheel could have a crash. Uniform Tire Quality...
... the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could cause you to lose control while driving. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the tire and loading information label attached to your vehicle. A tire and/or wheel could have a crash. Uniform Tire Quality...
Owner's Manual
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COOL FAN IGN 2 BLANK 5-84 Cooling Fan Low Headlamp High Headlamp Low Power Window Fog Lamp Cooling Fan Control Fuel Pump Cooling Fan High Not Used ILLUM LAMPS Illumination Relay A/C COMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor ILLUM LAMPS Illumination Lamps Fuses Usage Parking Lamp Left Side, License Plate Lamp Room Lamp Not Used Defogger Sunroof Horn Headlamps Fuel Pump Air Conditioning Compressor Front Fog Lamp Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Blower Anti-lock Brake System Instrument Panel Fuse Box Radiator Fan Ignition 2 Blank Fuses IGN 1 PWR WNDW SPARE Relays BLANK COOL FAN LOW HEAD ...
COOL FAN IGN 2 BLANK 5-84 Cooling Fan Low Headlamp High Headlamp Low Power Window Fog Lamp Cooling Fan Control Fuel Pump Cooling Fan High Not Used ILLUM LAMPS Illumination Relay A/C COMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor ILLUM LAMPS Illumination Lamps Fuses Usage Parking Lamp Left Side, License Plate Lamp Room Lamp Not Used Defogger Sunroof Horn Headlamps Fuel Pump Air Conditioning Compressor Front Fog Lamp Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Blower Anti-lock Brake System Instrument Panel Fuse Box Radiator Fan Ignition 2 Blank Fuses IGN 1 PWR WNDW SPARE Relays BLANK COOL FAN LOW HEAD ...
Owner's Manual
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... in the brake/clutch reservoir. Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for leaks. A fluid leak is not necessary to use. More frequent lubrication may indicate a problem. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with a clean cloth. See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-20. add if needed . Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system does...
... in the brake/clutch reservoir. Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for leaks. A fluid leak is not necessary to use. More frequent lubrication may indicate a problem. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with a clean cloth. See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-20. add if needed . Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system does...
Owner's Manual
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Periodic Maintenance ...6-22 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-22 Throttle System ...6-23 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-11 Cluster ...3-20 Overview ...3-4 J Jump Starting ...5-36 6 Tire Pressure ...5-54 Inspection Brake System ...6-23 Engine Cooling System ...6-23 Exhaust System ...6-22 Fuel System ...6-22 Part C - Headlamps ...5-42 Bulb Replacement ...5-41 Daytime Running Lamps ...3-10 Flash-to-Pass ...3-7 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-43 Halogen Bulbs ...5-41 High/Low Beam Changer ...3-7 On Reminder ...3-10 Sidemarker Lamps...
Periodic Maintenance ...6-22 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ...6-22 Throttle System ...6-23 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-11 Cluster ...3-20 Overview ...3-4 J Jump Starting ...5-36 6 Tire Pressure ...5-54 Inspection Brake System ...6-23 Engine Cooling System ...6-23 Exhaust System ...6-22 Fuel System ...6-22 Part C - Headlamps ...5-42 Bulb Replacement ...5-41 Daytime Running Lamps ...3-10 Flash-to-Pass ...3-7 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ...5-43 Halogen Bulbs ...5-41 High/Low Beam Changer ...3-7 On Reminder ...3-10 Sidemarker Lamps...
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... Light Airbag Readiness ...3-28 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...3-29 Brake System Warning ...3-22 Charging System ...3-29 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator ...3-34 Door Ajar ...3-34 Fog Lamp ...3-34 Highbeam On ...3-24 Hold Mode ...3-30 Light (cont.) Low Fuel Warning ...3-25 Malfunction Indicator ...3-30 Oil Pressure ...3-33 Safety Belt Reminder ...3-27 Safety Belt Reminder Tone ...3-21 Lockout Protection ...2-9 Locks Central Door Unlocking System ...2-7 Door ...2-7 Lockout Protection ...2-9 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-8 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ...6-13 Loss of Control...
... Light Airbag Readiness ...3-28 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...3-29 Brake System Warning ...3-22 Charging System ...3-29 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator ...3-34 Door Ajar ...3-34 Fog Lamp ...3-34 Highbeam On ...3-24 Hold Mode ...3-30 Light (cont.) Low Fuel Warning ...3-25 Malfunction Indicator ...3-30 Oil Pressure ...3-33 Safety Belt Reminder ...3-27 Safety Belt Reminder Tone ...3-21 Lockout Protection ...2-9 Locks Central Door Unlocking System ...2-7 Door ...2-7 Lockout Protection ...2-9 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-8 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ...6-13 Loss of Control...
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... a Crash ...1-55 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-14 9 Owner Checks and Services ...6-18 Part C - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-24 Part E - Maintenance Record ...6-26 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-18 Passing ...4-11 Power Accessory Outlets ...3-12 Electrical System ...5-79 Steering Fluid ...5-31 Windows ...2-13 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ...1-27 R Radios ...3-35 AM-FM Radio ...3-35 Care of Your CD Player ...3-47 Care of ...2-29 Parking Brake ...2-26 Over Things That Burn ...2-30 Parking Your Vehicle ...2-30 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services...
... a Crash ...1-55 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-14 9 Owner Checks and Services ...6-18 Part C - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-24 Part E - Maintenance Record ...6-26 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-18 Passing ...4-11 Power Accessory Outlets ...3-12 Electrical System ...5-79 Steering Fluid ...5-31 Windows ...2-13 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ...1-27 R Radios ...3-35 AM-FM Radio ...3-35 Care of Your CD Player ...3-47 Care of ...2-29 Parking Brake ...2-26 Over Things That Burn ...2-30 Parking Your Vehicle ...2-30 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services...