Lockout Protection; Midgate Operation - Chevrolet 2003 Avalanche Owner's Manual

Lockout Protection

This feature protects you from locking your key in the
vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door
is open.
If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is open
and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock
and then the driver's door will unlock.
Midgate
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CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the cargo
area covered and the tailgate and the midgate
open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You can't see or smell
CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even
death. If you must drive with the cargo covers
on and the tailgate and midgate open or if
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electrical wiring or other cable connections
must pass through the seal between the body
and the midgate:
•
Make sure all windows are shut.
•
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the
setting on OUTSIDE AIR. That will force
outside air into your vehicle. See "Climate
Control System" in the Index.
•
If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
See "Engine Exhaust" in the Index.

Midgate Operation

Your vehicle is equipped with a midgate and a
removable rear glass panel. The midgate allows you to
extend the length of your vehicle's cargo area.