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Chevrolet Express User Manual

Chevrolet Express
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Chevrolet Express Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
6014662) - 2014 - CRC - 4/22/13
2014 Chevrolet Express Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-34
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-40
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-22
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-14
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-23
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-33
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Driver Assistance Systems . . . 9-38
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-42
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-47
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-58

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Chevrolet Express Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandChevrolet
ModelExpress
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's dashboard controls and indicators.

Initial Drive Information

Basic overview of important features for initial driving.

Vehicle Features

Details on various vehicle features like radio, satellite radio, and Bluetooth.

Performance and Maintenance

Information on vehicle performance, traction control, and maintenance schedules.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Details on vehicle keys, remote keyless entry, and door lock operation.

Doors

Instructions for operating side, sliding, and rear doors.

Vehicle Security

Information on theft-deterrent features like the immobilizer system.

Exterior Mirrors

Adjustment and types of exterior mirrors, including trailer-tow mirrors.

Windows

Operation of manual and power windows, including express-down feature.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Information on non-adjustable front seat head restraints.

Front Seats

How to adjust front seats, including power seat adjustments and reclining seatbacks.

Rear Seats

Information on rear seat operation, including removal and reinstallation.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Operation of steering wheel adjustment, controls, horn, wipers, compass, clock, and power outlets.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Information Displays

Details on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and its messages.

Vehicle Personalization

How to customize vehicle features and settings via the DIC.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Controls for exterior lamps, including automatic headlamps and hazard flashers.

Interior Lighting

Operation of instrument panel illumination, dome lamps, and reading lamps.

Lighting Features

Details on entry/exit lighting and battery load management.

Infotainment System

Introduction

General overview of the infotainment system and safe driving practices.

Operation

How to use the radio, set tone, equalizer, and other audio system functions.

Audio Players

Information on CD players, portable audio devices, and USB port usage.

Phone

Bluetooth connectivity, voice commands, and phone pairing procedures.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

How to control the vehicle's heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.

Air Vents

Usage and operation tips for interior air vents.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Guidance on distracted driving, defensive driving, and drunk driving risks.

Starting and Operating

Procedures for new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting the engine.

Drive Systems

Information on all-wheel drive systems and their operation.

Brakes

Details on antilock brake systems, parking brakes, and brake adjustment.

Vehicle Care

General Information

General guidelines for service and parts, including dealer information.

Vehicle Checks

How to perform basic vehicle checks, including opening the hood.

Engine Compartment Overview

Identification of major components within the engine compartment.

Engine Oil

Procedures for checking, adding, and changing engine oil, including the oil life system.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of maintenance, dealer services, and warranty coverage for repairs.

Maintenance Schedule

Required maintenance services based on mileage and time intervals for normal and severe use.

Special Application Services

Specific services for dual-wheel vehicles, severe commercial use, and underbody flushing.

Recommended Fluids

Lists recommended fluids and lubricants by name, part number, or specification.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and service parts identification label.

Vehicle Data

Capacities and specifications for various vehicle systems like cooling and fuel tanks.

Engine Specifications

Details engine types, VIN codes, transmission, and spark plug gap specifications.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Steps to follow for resolving customer concerns with dealership or GM.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to government agencies and General Motors.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle data recording capabilities and privacy.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Description of the comprehensive in-vehicle system and status light indicators.

OnStar Services

Overview of emergency, security, navigation, and connection services offered by OnStar.

OnStar Additional Information

Information on transferring service, reactivation for new owners, and potential issues.

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