Features And Controls - Chevrolet 2008 Avalanche Owner's Manual

Section 2
Keys ...............................................................2-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ................2-4
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
Operation ...................................................2-5
Remote Vehicle Start ......................................2-7
Doors and Locks ............................................2-10
Door Locks ..................................................2-10
Power Door Locks ........................................2-10
Delayed Locking ...........................................2-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks ..............2-11
Rear Door Security Locks ..............................2-11
Lockout Protection ........................................2-12
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Midgate .....................................................2-12
Tailgate .......................................................2-22
Power Running Boards ..................................2-22
Windows ........................................................2-23
Power Windows ............................................2-24
Sun Visors ...................................................2-25
Theft-Deterrent Systems ..................................2-26
Content Theft-Deterrent .................................2-26
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PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer .............2-28
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PASS-Key III+ Electronic Immobilizer
Operation .................................................2-28

Features and Controls

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ................2-30
New Vehicle Break-In ....................................2-30
Ignition Positions ..........................................2-30
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................2-32
Starting the Engine .......................................2-32
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ................2-33
Engine Coolant Heater ..................................2-34
Active Fuel Management™ .............................2-35
Automatic Transmission Operation ...................2-35
Tow/Haul Mode ............................................2-38
Four-Wheel Drive ..........................................2-39
Parking Brake ..............................................2-44
Shifting Into Park ..........................................2-45
Shifting Out of Park ......................................2-47
Parking Over Things That Burn .......................2-47
Engine Exhaust ............................................2-48
Running the Vehicle While Parked ..................2-48
Mirrors ...........................................................2-49
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
OnStar
Display ....................................................2-49
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass and Temperature Display ..............2-52
Outside Power Mirrors ...................................2-54
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors .....................2-56
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, Compass and Temperature
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