Chevrolet 2001 Monte Carlo Owner's Manual page 85

Trunk Assist Handle
NOTICE:
The trunk assist handle was not designed to be
used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor
point when securing items in the trunk. Improper
use of the trunk assist handle could damage it.
There is an assist handle located on the inside of the
trunk lid toward the driver's side of the vehicle.
Pull down on the handle to lower the trunk lid. Then
close the trunk with your other hand. If the trunk is not
properly closed, the TRUNK OPEN message will
appear in the message center of your instrument panel
cluster. See "Trunk Open Message" in the Index for
more information.
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