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Chevrolet Venture 2003 User Manual

Chevrolet Venture 2003
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Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-3
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-7
Safety Belts
............................................. 1-30
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-55
Air Bag Systems
...................................... 1-93
Restraint System Check
.......................... 1-103
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-9
Windows
................................................. 2-24
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-27
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-31
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-44
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-45
HomeLink
®
Transmitter
............................. 2-47
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-51
Vehicle Personalization
............................. 2-61
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-25
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
......... 3-35
Message Center
....................................... 3-50
Driver Information Center (DIC)
.................. 3-58
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-61
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-32
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-4
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
All-Wheel Drive
........................................ 5-50
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-52
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-58
Tires
...................................................... 5-60
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-87
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-95
Electrical System
...................................... 5-96
Capacities and Specifications
................... 5-103
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
.... 5-104
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance Information
.................... 7-1
Customer Assistance Information
.................. 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
............................ 7-9
Index
.................................................................1
2003 Chevrolet Venture Owner Manual M

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Chevrolet Venture 2003 Specifications

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BrandChevrolet
ModelVenture 2003
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Front Seats

Covers manual and power seat adjustments and head restraints.

Rear Seats

Details rear seat operation, flip and fold features, and split bench/bucket seats.

Safety Belts

Explains proper use, pregnant women, and child restraints.

Air Bag Systems

Explains frontal and side impact air bag systems and their operation.

Restraint System Check

Details checking restraint systems and replacing parts after a crash.

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Covers vehicle keys, PASS-Key® III system, and remote keyless entry.

Doors and Locks

Details door locks, power door locks, and lockout protection.

Windows

Covers manual and power windows, and side window latches.

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Explains content theft-deterrent system, arming, and disarming.

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

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

Mirrors

Details manual rearview, outside power, convex, and heated mirrors.

OnStar® System

Explains OnStar services, plans, and contact information.

HomeLink® Transmitter

Covers the HomeLink transmitter, programming, and erasing buttons.

Storage Areas

Details glove box, cupholders, console compartments, and luggage carrier.

Vehicle Personalization

Explains programming vehicle locks, lighting, and door lock features.

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Identifies main components of the instrument panel and their locations.

Climate Controls

Covers climate control system operation, directing airflow, and fan speed.

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators

Describes various warning lights, gages, and their meanings.

Message Center

Explains safety and maintenance messages displayed on the instrument panel.

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Offers advice on defensive driving, and the dangers of drunk driving.

Control of a Vehicle

Explains how brakes, steering, and accelerator systems control the vehicle.

Braking

Details braking action, perception/reaction time, and anti-lock brake systems.

Skidding

Explains the three types of skids and how to handle them.

Driving at Night

Provides tips for safer night driving, including vision and glare.

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

Covers driving in rain, hydroplaning, and deep standing water.

Towing

Discusses towing capacity, preparation, dinghy towing, and dolly towing.

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Covers doing your own service work and using GM parts.

Fuel

Details gasoline octane, specifications, additives, and filling the tank.

Checking Things Under the Hood

Covers hood release, engine compartment overview, and fluid checks.

Engine Oil

Explains checking and adding engine oil, and when to change it.

Tires

Discusses inflation, inspection, rotation, and buying new tires.

Wheel Replacement

Explains when and how to replace wheels.

Changing a Flat Tire

Provides step-by-step instructions for changing a flat tire.

Appearance Care

Covers cleaning interior, exterior, wheels, and paint finish.

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Introduction

Explains the importance of vehicle maintenance and the GM Protection Plan.

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

Details scheduled maintenance based on mileage and driving conditions.

Part B: Owner Checks and Services

Lists checks and services owners can perform at specified intervals.

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

Covers inspections performed by the dealer's service department.

Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Lists recommended fluids and lubricants for proper vehicle maintenance.

Part E: Maintenance Record

Provides a log for recording maintenance performed and receipts.

Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

Outlines steps for resolving customer concerns with the dealership.

Online Owner Center

Describes the GM ownership resource for vehicle information and services.

Customer Assistance Offices

Provides contact details for Chevrolet's customer assistance in the US and Canada.

Roadside Assistance Program

Details Chevrolet's free roadside assistance program and service levels.

Reporting Safety Defects

Explains how to report safety defects to governments and General Motors.

Service Publications Ordering Information

Details how to order service manuals, bulletins, and other publications.

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