Do you have a question about the Express 2012 and is the answer not in the manual?
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Pastor. A.Nelson Swamidoss Jeyakumar
June 2, 2025
Chevrolet enjoy seven seat model. I want baby center seat.
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Mr. Anderson
June 2, 2025
In a 2012 Chevrolet Express seven-seat model, a rear-facing child restraint should not be installed in the front seat if the vehicle does not have a rear seat that can accommodate it. The safest place to secure a child restraint is in the rear seat, away from an active airbag. If a child restraint must be placed in the front seat, and the vehicle has a passenger airbag on/off switch, the airbag should be turned off. However, securing a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor is not allowed if laws or instructions require it.
Instruments and Controls Controls To adjust the steering wheel: Steering Wheel Controls 1. Pull the lever to move the Steering Wheel steering wheel up or down into a comfortable position. Adjustment 2. Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
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Instruments and Controls Radio Selecting Tracks on an iPod or (Next): Press to go to the USB Device next favorite radio station, track To select preset or favorite radio ® on a CD, or folder on an iPod stations: 1. Press and hold USB device.
Instruments and Controls Navigating Folders on an iPod or (Push to Talk): Press to Press to select a track or a folder USB Device silence the vehicle speakers only. when navigating folders on an iPod Press again to turn the sound on. or USB device.
Instruments and Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer Windshield Washer (Adjustable Interval Wipes): Use to adjust the delay time The windshield wiper paddle is between wipes. Turn the band up located on top of the multifunction for more frequent wipes or down for lever.
Instruments and Controls Compass Compass variance is the difference between the earth's magnetic north This vehicle may have a compass in and true geographic north. If the the Driver Information Center (DIC). compass is not set to the zone where you live, the compass may Compass Zone give false readings.
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Instruments and Controls If the DIC display does not show a Do not operate any switches 4. Press until the vehicle heading, for example, N for North, such as window, climate heading, for example, N for or the heading does not change controls, seats, etc.
Instruments and Controls Clock 2. While either the hour or the To set the time and date, follow the instructions: minutes are flashing, turn the AM/FM Radio with Optional CD knob, located on the upper right 1. Press and the HR, MIN, MM, Player side of the radio, clockwise or DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month,...
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Instruments and Controls Changing the Time and Date MP3 Radio with a Six-Disc CD 3. To decrease, press SEEK or Default Settings Player REV, or turn the knob, located on the upper right side of You can change the time default If the vehicle has a radio with a the radio, to adjust the selected setting from 12 hours to 24 hours or...
5-10 Instruments and Controls 3. Press the MENU button again to by the vehicle warranty. The WARNING apply the selected default, or let power outlets are designed for the screen time out. accessory power plugs only, such Power is always supplied to the as cell phone charge cords.
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and The vehicle may have a removable function. Often gauges and warning ashtray. The ashtray can be placed lights work together to indicate a Indicators into the front floor console problem with the vehicle.
Instruments and Controls 5-13 If the vehicle has a diesel engine, Odometer Trip Odometer see the Duramax diesel supplement The odometer shows how far the The trip odometer can show how far for more information. vehicle has been driven, in either the vehicle has been driven since kilometers or miles.
5-14 Instruments and Controls Fuel Gauge Listed are four situations customers might experience with the fuel gauge. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge: At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gauge indicated.
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Engine Oil Pressure WARNING Gauge Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Someone could be burned. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced.
5-16 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Voltmeter Gauge English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. Metric It also provides an indicator of how hard the vehicle is working. During a When the engine is not running, but majority of the operation, the gauge the ignition is on, this gauge shows wil read 100°C (210°F) or less.
Instruments and Controls 5-17 Readings in the low warning zone Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt may occur when a large number of Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left Light at an idle for an extended period.
5-18 Instruments and Controls The passenger safety belt reminder For vehicles with a remote start, the light and chime may turn on if an airbag readiness light will stay on object is put on the seat such as a until the driver places the ignition briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, switch to the ON/RUN position.
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Instruments and Controls 5-19 WARNING WARNING If the right front passenger airbag If the airbag readiness light is turned off for a person who is ever comes on and stays on, it not in a risk group identified by means that something may be the national government, that wrong with the airbag system.
5-20 Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status as a system check. If you are using WARNING remote start, if equipped, to start the Indicator vehicle from a distance, you may If the airbag readiness light ever not see the system check. Then, If the vehicle has a passenger comes on and stays on, it means after several more seconds, the...
Instruments and Controls 5-21 If it does not, have the vehicle are at acceptable levels, to produce If the vehicle is serviced by your dealer. a cleaner environment. This light continually driven with this light comes on when the vehicle is on, the emission controls might The light should go out once the placed in ON/RUN, as a check to...
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5-22 Instruments and Controls This light comes on during a Light On Steady: An emission stalling when the vehicle is malfunction in one of two ways: control system malfunction has changed into gear, misfiring, been detected on the vehicle. hesitation on acceleration, Light Flashing: A misfire condition Diagnosis and service might or stumbling on acceleration.
Instruments and Controls 5-23 Emissions Inspection and while the engine is off. See your Brake System Warning dealer for assistance in verifying Maintenance Programs Light proper operation of the Some local governments may have malfunction indicator lamp. The vehicle brake system consists programs to inspect the on-vehicle of two hydraulic circuits.
5-24 Instruments and Controls When the ignition is on, the brake If it does not, have the vehicle WARNING (Continued) system warning light also comes on serviced by your dealer. If the when the parking brake is set. See system is working normally the Driving with the brake system indicator light then goes off.
Instruments and Controls 5-25 ® Tow/Haul Mode Light StabiliTrak OFF Light Press and briefly hold the TCS/ StabiliTrak button to turn off the StabiliTrak system; the StabiliTrak Off light comes on and a message appears in the Driver Information Center (DIC). If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, the system does not assist in controlling the vehicle.
5-26 Instruments and Controls Traction Control System If the light flashes while driving, this When the Light Is On Steady means that the StabiliTrak or the ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light This indicates that one or more of TCS is assisting in controlling the the tires are significantly vehicle.
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Engine Oil Pressure Light Lack of proper engine oil Security Light maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. This light comes on briefly while starting the engine.
5-28 Instruments and Controls High-Beam On Light Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) This vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). All messages will appear in the DIC This light comes on when the The cruise control light comes on display located at the bottom of the high-beam headlamps are in use.
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Instruments and Controls 5-29 and fuel information. The compass DIC Buttons (Vehicle Information): Press direction appears on the top right this button to display the oil life, corner of the DIC display. The units, tire pressure readings for outside air temperature vehicles with the Tire Pressure automatically appears in the bottom Monitor System (TPMS), engine...
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5-30 Instruments and Controls Trip/Fuel Menu Items The trip odometer has a feature If the retro-active reset feature is called the retro-active reset. This activated after the vehicle is started, (Trip/Fuel): Press this button can be used to set the trip odometer but before it begins moving, the to scroll through the following menu to the number of kilometers (miles)
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Instruments and Controls 5-31 fuel tank. This is because different Fuel Used To stop the timer, press briefly driving conditions produce different while TIMER is displayed. Press until FUEL USED fuel economies. Generally, freeway displays. This display shows the To reset the timer to zero, press and driving produces better fuel number of liters (L) or gallons (gal) hold...
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5-32 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Information Menu When the remaining oil life is low, Remember, you must reset the OIL the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON LIFE yourself after each oil change. Items message will appear on the display. It will not reset itself. Also, be (Vehicle Information): Press See CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON careful not to reset the OIL LIFE...
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Instruments and Controls 5-33 Tire Pressure Engine Hours Change Compass Zone If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure The vehicle may have this feature. Press until ENGINE HOURS Monitor System (TPMS), the To change the compass zone displays. This display shows the pressure for each tire can be viewed through the DIC, see total number of hours the engine...
5-34 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and and turn off the vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the message Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC on the DIC display. If the message indicate the status of the vehicle or is still displayed or appears again SERVICE BATTERY some action may be needed to...
Instruments and Controls 5-35 Door Ajar Messages LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN On some vehicles, this message On some vehicles, this message CARGO DOOR OPEN displays and a chime sounds if the displays and a chime sounds if the This message displays and a chime driver side rear door is not fully passenger side rear door is not fully...
5-36 Instruments and Controls Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE STOP ENGINE Messages If you drive the vehicle If you drive the vehicle ENGINE HOT A/C while the engine is overheating, while the engine is overheating, (Air Conditioning) OFF severe engine damage may severe engine damage may occur.
Instruments and Controls 5-37 Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW Engine Power Messages STOP ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED If you drive the vehicle This message displays when the This message displays and a chime while the engine oil pressure is engine oil needs to be changed.
5-38 Instruments and Controls Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays and a chime FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN sounds if a turn signal is left on for REMOTE KEY This message displays and a chime 1.2 km (3/4 of a mile).
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Instruments and Controls 5-39 SERVICE TRACTION TRACTION XX There are several conditions that can cause this message to appear. CONTROL STABILITRAK XX One condition is overheating, If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this which could occur if StabiliTrak message displays when there is a message displays when the traction activates continuously for an...
5-40 Instruments and Controls Airbag System Messages WAIT TO START SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays briefly when This message displays when a SERVICE AIR BAG the theft-deterrent system has non-emissions related malfunction This message displays if there is a initially found incorrect conditions occurs.
Instruments and Controls 5-41 Tire Messages The DIC also shows the tire TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE pressure values. See If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure CHECK TIRE PRESSURE or Monitor System (TPMS), this TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE message displays when the system If the vehicle has the Tire Pressure is re-learning the tire positions on SERVICE TIRE MONITOR...
5-42 Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages This message displays along with a Vehicle chime if the transmission fluid in the Personalization SERVICE TRANSMISSION vehicle gets hot. Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high This message displays when there This vehicle may have can cause damage to the vehicle.
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Instruments and Controls 5-43 Entering the Feature Feature Settings Menu Items LANGUAGE Settings Menu This feature allows you to select the The following are customization language in which the DIC features that allow you to program 1. Turn the ignition on and place messages will appear.
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5-44 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be AT VEHICLE SPEED: The doors Then press to scroll through made to this feature. The current will automatically lock when the the following settings: setting will remain. vehicle speed is above 13 km/h OFF: None of the doors will (8 mph) for three seconds.
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Instruments and Controls 5-45 REMOTE DOOR LOCK HORN ONLY: The horn will sound on the second press of on the This feature allows you to select the more information. RKE transmitter. type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Press until REMOTE DOOR HORN &...
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5-46 Instruments and Controls DELAY DOOR LOCK Press until DELAY DOOR LOCK Press until EXIT LIGHTING appears on the DIC display. Press appears on the DIC display. Press This feature allows you to select once to access the settings for once to access the settings for whether or not the locking of the doors will be delayed.
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Instruments and Controls 5-47 APPROACH LIGHTING The lamps will remain on for Then press to scroll through the 20 seconds or until on the RKE following settings: This feature allows you to select transmitter is pressed, or the vehicle whether or not to have the exterior NORMAL: The chime volume will is no longer off.
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5-48 Instruments and Controls FACTORY SETTINGS EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS Exiting the Feature Settings Menu This feature allows you to set all of This feature allows you to exit the the customization features back to feature settings menu. The feature settings menu will be their factory default settings.
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Engine Fan ....10-24 Center High-Mounted Power Steering Fluid ..10-24 Stoplamp (CHMSL) ..10-39 Washer Fluid .
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When It Is Time for New Tires ..... . 10-64 For service and parts needs, visit Buying New Tires ... 10-65 your dealer.
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Damage to vehicle components GM Accessories are designed to resulting from modifications or the complement and function with other installation or use of non GM systems on the vehicle. See your certified parts, including control dealer to accessorize the vehicle Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications, is using genuine GM Accessories...
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If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service To open the hood: manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see You can be injured and the This vehicle has an airbag system.
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If the vehicle has an underhood lamp, it will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed. Before closing the hood, be sure all of the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
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Check the engine oil level Brake Master Cylinder regularly and maintain the Reservoir. See B. Radiator Pressure Cap. See proper oil level. See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Windshield Washer Fluid Engine Oil in this section. C. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Reservoir.
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It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See for the for the location of the location of the engine oil dipstick.
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Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause Use and ask for licensed engine oils SAE 5W 30 is the best viscosity engine damage not covered by the with the dexos1 approved grade for the vehicle. Do not use vehicle warranty.
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It is possible that, if driving under the best conditions, the oil life system might indicate that an oil Reset the system whenever the change is not necessary for up to a This vehicle has a computer system engine oil is changed so that the year.
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Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: Because this operation can be a When outside temperatures are little difficult, it may be decided to If the vehicle has a diesel engine, above 32°C (90°F).
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A cold fluid check can be made 3. With your foot on the brake 2. Push it back in all the way, wait after the vehicle has been sitting for pedal, move the shift lever three seconds and then pull it eight hours or more with the engine through each gear range, back out again.
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After adding fluid, recheck the However, if there is a large leak, fluid level as described under then it may be necessary to have How to Check Automatic the vehicle towed to a dealer and Refer to Transmission Fluid, earlier in have it repaired before driving the this section.
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At high speed for quite a while If it is decided to check the fluid A warm fluid level check can be in hot weather. level, be sure to follow all the performed by driving the vehicle instructions here, or a false reading under lightly loaded conditions and In heavy traffic and hot weather.
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The transmission dipstick is located 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, near the center of the engine and read the lower level. The Prepare the vehicle as follows: compartment and will be labeled fluid level must be in the 1.
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Refer to How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid , earlier in this section for instructions on driving to Refer to achieve warm or hot transmission fluid. It does not take much fluid, determine what kind of transmission generally less than 0.5 L (1 pt). fluid to use.
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To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1. Unhook the retainer clips and Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Operating the engine with the air remove the cover. scheduled maintenance intervals cleaner/filter off can cause you or and replace it at the first oil change others to be burned.
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The cooling system allows the An electric engine cooling fan can engine to maintain the correct start even when the engine is not working temperature. running. To avoid injury, always keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any engine cooling fan. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be The cooling system in the vehicle...
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Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, nothing else needs to be added. This mixture: Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system Gives freezing protection down can be dangerous. Plain water to 37°C ( 34°F), outside and other liquids, can boil before temperature.
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When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at or above the The vehicle must be on a level COLD FILL mark. If it is not, there surface when checking the could be a leak in the cooling If coolant is needed, add the proper coolant level.
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no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. Do not press more information about the the surge tank pressure down while turning the proper coolant mixture. even a little they can pressure cap. come out at high speed. Never If a hiss is heard, wait for that to turn the cap when the cooling stop.
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8. Replace the pressure cap. At If the decision is made not to any time during this procedure if lift the hood when this warning coolant begins to flow out of the appears, but instead get service filler neck, reinstall the help right away.
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If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam: 1. Turn the air off. If you keep driving when the 2. Turn the heater on to the highest engine is overheated, the liquids temperature and to the highest in it can catch fire.
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If there is still no sign of steam, transmission slipping or making push down the accelerator until the extra shifts. It is merely the cooling engine speed is about twice as fast system functioning properly. The fan It is not necessary to regularly as normal idle speed for at least will slow down when additional check power steering fluid unless...
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3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. 4. Replace the cap and completely When the vehicle needs windshield tighten it. washer fluid, be sure to read the 5. Then remove the cap again and manufacturer's instructions before look at the fluid level on the use.
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Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the Every time the brakes are applied, This vehicle has disc brakes. brakes are first applied or lightly with or without the vehicle moving, Disc brake pads have built-in wear applied.
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Do not top off the brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule Adding fluid does not correct a leak. to determine when to check the If fluid is added when the linings are brake fluid. See worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed.
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After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the Refer to the replacement number level is above the MIN but not over shown on the original battery label the MAX mark. when a new battery is needed. See for battery location.
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Batteries have acid that can burn Refer to the Maintenance Schedule you and gas that can explode. to determine how often to check the You can be badly hurt if you are lubricant. See not careful. See for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt.
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When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level To get an accurate reading, the to 10 mm (3/8 in) below the fill vehicle should be on a level plug hole. surface. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule When the differential is at operating to determine how often to check the temperature (warm), add enough...
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If you have the 1500 Series, the proper level is from 15 mm (5/8 in) to The following information relates to 40 mm (1 5/8 in) below the bottom of compliance with federal noise the fill plug hole. The proper level Refer to the emission standards for vehicles with for the 2500 and 3500 Series is...
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Federal law prohibits the following Among those acts presumed to acts or the causing thereof: constitute tampering are the acts Removal of the air cleaner listed below. 1. The removal or rendering silencer. inoperative by any person, Modification of the air cleaner. other than for purposes of Removal of the noise shields or maintenance, repair or...
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If the vehicle starts in any other 3. With the engine off, turn the position, contact your dealer ignition on, but do not start the for service. engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with When you are doing this normal effort.
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To check the P (Park) 1. Lift the wiper arm away from mechanism's holding ability: the windshield. With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. When you are doing this check, Contact your dealer if service is the vehicle could begin to move.
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For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. 2. Remove the two bolts from the A. High Beam Headlamp headlamp assembly. Halogen bulbs have pressurized B. Low Beam Headlamp gas inside and can burst if you 3.
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To prevent headlamp vibration 2. Pull the bulb (C) forward to gain and shortened bulb life, be sure access to the electrical to insert the headlamp assembly connector. tabs in the slots at the lower portion of the housing. 5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
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To replace the front turn signal, 4. Remove the bulb from the sidemarker, and/or parking lamp socket by pulling it straight out. bulb(s): 5. Replace the bulb. 6. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall it in the lamp assembly. 7.
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5. Remove the taillamp assembly from the vehicle. To replace a taillamp/turn signal lamp or back up lamp bulb: 2. The third nut (C) is under the applique piece (B) above the lamp. Remove the two inboard applique nuts. Pull the 6.
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8. Push the new bulb into the 3. Turn the bulb socket socket. counterclockwise one quarter turn to remove it from the lamp 9. Reinstall the bulb socket by assembly. The Center High-Mounted Stoplamp turning it clockwise into the lamp (CHMSL) is located above the rear assembly.
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3. Install the new bulb. 4. Reverse steps 1 and 2 to To replace one of these bulbs: reinstall the license plate bulb Headlamps assembly. Composite High-Beam 9005LL Headlamp Composite Low-Beam 9006LL Back-up, Headlamp Rear Parking, 3157KX Sealed Beam Stoplamp, and H6054 Headlamp Turn Signal Lamp...
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An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in The wiring circuits in the vehicle are some cases to remain off. Have the protected from short circuits by a headlamp wiring checked right away combination of fuses and circuit The vehicle has fuses and circuit if the lamps go on and off or breakers.
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The fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
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Right Stop/Turn Trailer Wiring Spare Trailer Spare Spare Spare Spare Fuel Pump Spare Windshield Washer Auxiliary Power Fuel System Outlet Horn Control Module Body Control Transmission Ignition Module 3 Body Control Air Conditioning Special Equipment Module 5 Compressor Option Engine Control Body Control Airbag Module Battery...
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Transmission Left Low Beam Mass Air Flow/ Control Module Headlamp Canister Vent Ignition Right Low Beam Odd Ignition/ Transmission Headlamp Injectors Control Module Wiper Daytime Running Battery Lamps 2 Canister Vent Spare (LOLVL V22) Solenoid (If Equipped) Spare Body Control Daytime Running Fuel Operated Module 2...
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Fuel Heater/Flex ABS Motor Run/Crank Fuel Sensor ABS Module Spare Body Control Spare Fuel Pump Module 6 Trailer Wiring Crank Lighter/Data Link Fan High Air Conditioning Connection Compressor Starter Solenoid V6 Fuel Injectors Fan High Spare Engine Control Module/Powertrain Powertrain Oxygen Sensor Spare Spare...
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The floor console fuse block is located under the driver seat. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
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Empty Airbag/Automatic Compass Occupant Sensing Steering Wheel Radio/Chime/XM ® Sensor OnStar Satellite Radio (If Equipped) (If Equipped) Auxiliary Parking Lamps (Cut Away) Empty Remote Function Actuator/Tire Front Park Lamps Heating, Ventilation Pressure Monitor and Air Trailer Park Lamps Conditioning 2 Ignition Switch/ Upfitter Park Discrete...
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Auxiliary/Trailer Upfitter Auxiliary 1 Rear Defogger Backup (High Current Empty Micro) Taillamps Backup Upfitter Auxiliary 2 Retained Upfitter Courtesy Reading Lamps Accessory Power Lamps Rear Blower (RAP) (High Front Door Lock Current Micro) Rear Door Lock Run (High Current Cargo Door Unlock Micro) Passenger Door Power Seats...
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Underinflated tires pose the Improperly repaired tires can same danger as overloaded cause a crash. Only the Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash dealer or an authorized tire high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury. service center should repair, leading tire manufacturer.
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The tire size code is a combination of letters Useful information about a and numbers used to define a Department of Transportation tire is molded into the sidewall. particular tire's width, height, (DOT) code indicates that The examples show a typical aspect ratio, construction type, the tire is in compliance with passenger vehicle and light...
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Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three Original equipment tires performance factors: treadwear, designed to GM's specific tire traction, and temperature performance criteria have a resistance. For more TPC specification code molded information, see onto the sidewall. GM's TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines.
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the tire size means a passenger Maximum load that can vehicle tire engineered to Department of Transportation be carried and the maximum standards set by the U.S. Tire (DOT) code indicates that pressure needed to support that and Rim Association. the tire is in compliance with load when used as a single.
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Diameter of The three digit Diameter of the wheel in inches. number indicates the tire section the wheel in inches. width in millimeters from These Load Range. sidewall to sidewall. characters represent the load index and speed rating of the A two digit service description indicates the tire.
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The tire bead contains A code molded steel wires wrapped by steel into the sidewall of a tire cords that hold the tire onto signifying that the tire is in The amount of the rim. compliance with the U.S. air inside the tire pressing Department of Transportation A pneumatic tire outward on each square inch...
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The side of an asymmetrical tire, The sum of curb A tire used on passenger cars that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, and some light duty trucks and when mounted on a vehicle. vehicle capacity weight, and multipurpose vehicles. production options weight.
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Ratings are determined by See Tire and Loading An alphanumeric code assigned tire manufacturers using Information Label under to a tire indicating the maximum government testing procedures. speed at which a tire can The ratings are molded into the operate. sidewall of the tire.
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How the vehicle is loaded Remove the valve cap from the affects vehicle handling and ride tire valve stem. Press the tire comfort. Never load the vehicle gauge firmly onto the valve to with more weight than it was get a pressure measurement. designed to carry.
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As an added safety feature, your Your vehicle has also been vehicle has been equipped with a equipped with a TPMS malfunction tire pressure monitoring system indicator to indicate when the (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire system is not operating properly. The Tire Pressure Monitor pressure telltale when one or The TPMS malfunction indicator is...
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Always check the TPMS malfunction tires to the recommended pressure telltale after replacing one or more shown on the Tire and Loading tires or wheels on your vehicle to Information label. See ensure that the replacement or This vehicle may have a Tire alternate tires and wheels allow the Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
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The TPMS sensor matching A Tire and Loading Information label process was not done or not shows the size of the original completed successfully after equipment tires and the correct The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires. The inflation pressure for the tires when if one or more of the TPMS sensors malfunction light and the...
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Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the If the vehicle does not have being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, RKE, press the Driver wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger Information Center (DIC) vehicle TPMS could cause the TPMS side rear tire, and driver side rear.
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The tread or sidewall is 5. Place the relearn tool against 9. Turn the ignition switch cracked, cut, or snagged the tire sidewall, near the valve to LOCK/OFF. stem. Then press the button to deep enough to show cord 10. Set all four tires to the activate the TPMS sensor.
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Any time unusual wear is Adjust the front and rear tires to noticed, rotate the tires as soon the recommended inflation as possible and check the wheel pressure on the Tire and The wheel could come off and alignment. Also check for Loading Information label after cause an accident.
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When the vehicle is new, If the vehicle is operated with a or whenever a wheel, wheel bolt, tire that is underinflated, the tire or wheel nut is replaced, check the wheel nut torque after can overheat. An overheated tire 160, 1 600, and 10 000 km can lose air suddenly or catch (100, 1,000, and 6,000 mi) of driving.
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Parking for an extended period can GM's exclusive TPC Spec system cause flat spots on the tires that considers over a dozen critical additional information. may result in vibrations while specifications that impact the driving. When storing a vehicle for overall performance of the The rubber in tires ages over time.
GM recommends replacing all the tires at the same time. Uniform tread depth on all tires will help to Using bias-ply tires on the Mixing tires of different sizes, maintain the performance of the brands, or types may cause loss vehicle may cause the wheel vehicle.
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Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low pressure warning if If different sized wheels are used, non TPC Spec rated tires are If wheels or tires are installed that there may not be an acceptable installed.
The Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) system The treadwear grade is a does not apply to deep tread, comparative rating based on the Quality grades can be found winter-type snow tires, wear rate of the tire when tested where applicable on the tire space-saver, or temporary use under controlled conditions on a sidewall between tread shoulder...
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properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, The traction grades, from The temperature grades underinflation, or excessive highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, are A (the highest), B, and C, loading, either separately or in and C. Those grades represent representing the tire's resistance combination, can cause heat the tire's ability to stop on wet...
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Replace any wheel that is bent, Using the wrong replacement cracked, or badly rusted or wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming Replacing a wheel with a used loose, the wheel, wheel bolts, and nuts can be dangerous. It could one is dangerous.
For Cutaway models with LT245/ 75R16, LT225/75R16 or LT215/ 85R16 size single or dual rear tires, use Low Profile Z-Chain or SAE Class S cables. Tire chains used on a vehicle For Cargo or Passenger models without the proper amount of with P245/70R17, LT225/75R16 or clearance can cause damage to LT245/75R16 size tires, use Low...
It is unusual for a tire to blow out Driving on a flat tire will cause Lifting a vehicle and getting while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. under it to do maintenance or are maintained properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to Re-inflating a tire after it has repairs is dangerous without the...
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When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of Changing a tire can be the wheel blocks (A). 3. Turn off the engine and do dangerous. The vehicle can slip not restart while the vehicle off the jack and roll over or fall is raised.
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Equipment needed for a cargo van or a passenger van is located in the passenger side rear corner of the vehicle. Remove the retaining wing bolt and The tools you will be using include: lift it out of the mounting bracket to A.
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To lower the spare tire from the 3. Turn the wheel wrench vehicle: counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. 1.
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If the vehicle has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. The wheel nut caps are designed to remain with the center cap. Remove the center cap. If the wheel has a smooth center piece, place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out.
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3. Assemble the jack and tools: Assemble the jack (A) together with the jack handle (B), one or two jack handle extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E). Assemble the jack (A) together with the jack handle (B), two jack handle extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E).
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4. Position the jack under the vehicle, as shown. The front position jacking point is Raising the vehicle with the jack on the frame. The rear position improperly positioned can jacking point is on the rear axle. damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
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10. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack wheel attaches to the vehicle. In Never use oil or grease on bolts completely. an emergency, a cloth or a paper or nuts because the nuts might towel can be used;...
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If wheel studs are damaged, they Wheel nuts that are improperly or Inspect hubs and hub piloted can break. If all the studs on a incorrectly tightened can cause wheels for damage. Because of wheel broke, the wheel could the wheels to become loose or loose running wheels, piloting pad come off and cause a crash.
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12. Put the wheel cover or the center cap and plastic wheel nut caps back on. Remove any wheel blocks. Have a technician check the wheel nut tightness of all wheels with a torque wrench after the first 160 km (100 mi) and then 1600 km (1,000 mi) after that.
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and the cable is tight. The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened. Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
To release the spare tire from the secondary latch: This vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is Someone standing too close designed to stop the spare tire from during the procedure could be suddenly falling off the vehicle if the injured by the jack.
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6. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable. 7. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove 3. Attach the jack handle/jack the jack.
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After installing the spare tire on the vehicle, you should stop as soon as This vehicle, when new, may have possible and make sure the spare is had a fully-inflated spare tire. correctly inflated. The spare tire is A spare tire may lose air over time, made to perform well at speeds up so check its inflation pressure to 112 km/h (70 mph) at the...
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vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical For more information about the systems. vehicle battery, see To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking If the vehicle battery has run down, brake firmly on both vehicles you may want to use another involved in the jump start vehicle and some jumper cables to...
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needed. This will avoid sparks Before you connect the cables, and help save both batteries. here are some basic things you And it could save the radio! should know. Positive (+) will go If it is low, add water to take to positive (+) or to a remote 4.
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7. Now connect the black negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( ) cable does not go to the dead battery.
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To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
What is the distance that will be travelled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another Is the proper towing equipment vehicle such as behind a motor going to be used? See your home.
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The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. To properly tow these vehicles, they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground.
Use the following procedure to 6. Use an adequate clamping tow the vehicle from the rear: device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are 1. Attach the dolly to the tow locked into the straight position. vehicle following the dolly manufacturer's instructions.
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The vehicle was not designed to be towed with two wheels on the ground. To properly tow these vehicles, they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground. To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct sunlight.
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Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant/wax materials is not recommended. If painted surfaces To keep the paint finish looking new, are damaged, see your dealer to keep the vehicle garaged or have the damage assessed and covered whenever possible. repaired. Foreign materials such as Rinse the vehicle well, before calcium chloride and other salts, ice washing and after, to remove all...
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Clean the outside of the windshield Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to with glass cleaner. clean the tires. Clean rubber blades using lint-free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades.
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Use plain water to flush dirt and Quickly repair minor chips and debris from the vehicle's underbody. scratches with touch-up materials Visually inspect front and rear Your dealer or an underbody car available from your dealer to avoid suspension and steering system for washing system can do this.
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Cleaners may contain solvents that A concentrated soap solution will can become concentrated in the leave a residue that creates To prevent dirt particle abrasions, interior. Before using cleaners, read streaks and attracts dirt. Do not regularly clean the vehicle's interior. and adhere to all safety instructions use solutions that contain strong Immediately remove any soils.
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3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the Start by vacuuming the surface center. Rotate the cleaning cloth using a soft brush attachment. If a Use a soft microfiber cloth to a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being dampened with water to remove prevent forcing the soil in to...
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Do not use cleaners that increase Use the following guidelines for gloss, especially on the instrument proper floor mat usage. Keep belts clean and dry. panel. Reflected glare can decrease The original equipment floor visibility through the windshield mats were designed for the under certain conditions.
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Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
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If after contacting a When contacting Chevrolet, case will generally be heard within member of dealership management, remember that your concern will 40 days. If you do not agree with the it appears your concern cannot be likely be resolved at a dealer's...
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For further information concerning In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care and Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-800-263-3777 (English), Limited wants you to be aware of its...
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Mileage Delivery date If you are not satisfied, please contact the general manager or your Owner satisfaction and goodwill are Description of the problem dealership owner to ask for their very important to your dealer and Dealership name help. If they are not able to resolve General Motors.
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1908 Colonel Sam Drive General Motors de Mexico, S. de assistance. However, if a customer Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 R.L. de C.V. wishes to write or e-mail Chevrolet, www.gm.ca Customer Assistance Center the letter should be addressed to: Av. Ejercito Nacional #843 1-800-263-3777 (English) Col.
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Customer assistance is and who use Text Telephones available Monday through Friday, (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY 1-800-999-5252 08:00 to 20:00 hours, and equipment available at its Customer Saturdays from 08:00 to Assistance Center.
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My GM Canada is a to parts and service estimates, maintenance records. password-protected section of check trade-in values, Chevrolet dealer locator for www.gm.ca where you can save or schedule a service service nationwide. information on GM vehicles, get appointment by adding the Exclusive privileges and offers.
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Center at 1-800-323-9935. have the following information the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Text Telephone (TTY) users, ready: Chevrolet and General Motors of call 1-800-833-9935. Canada Limited reserve the right to Your name, home address, and make any changes or discontinue home telephone number.
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Service to Chevrolet and General Motors of change a flat tire with the spare Canada Limited reserve the right to tire. The spare tire, if equipped, limit services or payment to an Reimbursement must be in good condition and owner or driver if they decide is approximately $5 Canadian.
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The services are available at no renewal of this program at the end detailed receipts, and a copy cost under the terms and conditions of its term, contact the Chevrolet of the repair orders. Once of the program. The Roadside Customer Assistance Center at...
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If the vehicle cannot be received : Information alternatives, within the limits of by the nearest Chevrolet dealer regarding addresses and existing Roadside Assistance due to scheduling conflicts, the telephone numbers for program guidelines.
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A rental car will be provided for up to two days and the vehicle : Transportation to pick must be returned to its original Roadside Assistance does not up your vehicle after repairs are destination, excluding vehicles cover or reimburse services for the complete.
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To contact Roadside Assistance by of your transportation needs, your Cost of towing a trailer when phone, use the following numbers: dealer can help minimize your choosing a Chevrolet dealer that inconvenience. is nearest to the temporary storage facility for the disabled 01-800-466-0800 If the vehicle cannot be scheduled vehicle.
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with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. If the vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, and public To enhance your ownership transportation is used instead of Warranty service can generally be experience, we and our participating your dealer's shuttle service, the completed while you wait.
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Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or All program options, such as shuttle If the vehicle is involved in a reimburse you for a rental vehicle service, may not be available at collision and it is damaged, have the that you obtain if the vehicle is kept every dealer.
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Recycled original equipment parts Limited Warranty, and any vehicle damage repairs by using may also be used for repair. These failure related to such parts is not aftermarket collision parts. Some parts are typically removed from covered by that warranty. insurance companies will not vehicles that were total losses in specify aftermarket collision parts.
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Insurance company and policy Move the vehicle only if its position Insurance pays the bill for the repair, number. puts you in danger, or you are but you must live with the repair. instructed to move it by a police Depending on your policy limits, General description of the officer.
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The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models. For Credit Card Orders Only In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), Owner Manual, and Warranty Service Manuals have the diagnosis Booklet. visit Helm, Inc. at: and repair information on the www.helminc.com. engines, transmission, axle, RETAIL SELL PRICE: suspension, brakes, electrical,...
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However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may believe that the vehicle has a safety call the Vehicle Safety Hotline defect, notify Transport Canada toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);...
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Call 1-800-222-1020, or write: hitting a road obstacle, data that will information about the vehicle s assist in understanding how a Chevrolet Motor Division performance and how it is driven. vehicle's systems performed. The Chevrolet Customer For example, the vehicle uses...
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This data can help provide a better law enforcement, that have the understanding of the circumstances special equipment, can read the If the vehicle is equipped with an in which crashes and injuries occur. information if they have access to active OnStar system, that system the vehicle or the EDR.
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If the vehicle has a navigation system, use of the system may RFID technology is used in some This vehicle has systems that result in the storage of destinations, vehicles for functions such as tire operate on a radio frequency that addresses, telephone numbers, and pressure monitoring and ignition comply with Part 15 of the Federal...
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Chevrolet enjoy seven seat model. I want baby center seat.
In a 2012 Chevrolet Express seven-seat model, a rear-facing child restraint should not be installed in the front seat if the vehicle does not have a rear seat that can accommodate it. The safest place to secure a child restraint is in the rear seat, away from an active airbag. If a child restraint must be placed in the front seat, and the vehicle has a passenger airbag on/off switch, the airbag should be turned off. However, securing a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor is not allowed if laws or instructions require it.
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