1999 CHEVROLET VENTURE lock

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NOTE: While this mode provides increased security, it
can be a problem if your remote keyless entry
transmitter is damaged, lost or if it fails to operate for
any reason while the Content Theft
-Deterrent system is
armed. The Content Theft
-Deterrent system must be
disarmed for the engine to run while in Mode 2; your
key can no longer disarm the system.
If your vehicle is equipped with the optional dealer
installed OnStar

system, OnStar will not be able to
remotely unlock your vehicle if it has been programmed
to Mode 2.
Mode 3: Standard Arming and Disarming

The system will arm when you lock the doors using
either power door lock switch while any door or the
liftgate is open and the key is removed from
the ignition.

The system will arm when you lock the doors with
your key or remote keyless entry transmitter and the
key is removed from the ignition.

The system will disarm when you unlock the doors
with your key or remote keyless entry transmitter.
Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 1.To change the mode:
1. Follow the instructions for ªEntering Programming
Modeº listed previously.
2. Insert your second key fully into any door key
cylinder and turn it to the unlock position.
This step is necessary to prevent accidental
programming of this feature to Mode 2. Do not
program this feature to Mode 2 without first reading
the special note contained in the description for that
mode. The door key cylinder must remain in the
unlock position during Steps 2 through 4.
3. Press the horn symbol on the remote keyless
entry transmitter.
4. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number
of chimes tells you which mode your vehicle is in.
You can change the mode by pressing the horn
symbol on the remote keyless entry
transmitter again.

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5. Repeat Step 3 until you hear the number of chimes
that matches the mode you want.
6. Remove your key from the door key cylinder.
The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit
the programming mode by following the instructions
next in this section or program the next feature available
on your vehicle.
Exiting Programming Mode
To exit programming mode, just turn the key from
ACCESSORY to OFF and put the BCM PRGRM fuse
back into the instrument panel fuse block.
NOTE: After programming a feature, you can exit the
programming mode at anytime. Also, if your vehicle is
equipped with the Content
-Theft Deterrent system,
remember to arm the system before exiting.
Sliding Door
To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle, pull
the handle out and then pull the door toward the rear. If
you slide the door all the way back, the door will rest in
a detent position. The door must overcome this detent
when closing.
To move the door forward, you must first pull the door
past the open detent position.
If your vehicle has a sliding door on the driver's side,
the door is designed to open only a little if the fuel door
is open. If this ever happens, don't try to force the
sliding door. Just close the driver's side sliding door.
Then when the fuel filler door is closed, the driver's side
sliding door can be opened normally.

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CAUTION:
If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep
grade (15 percent or more), the door may not
stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring
someone. To make sure the door does not slam
shut, be sure to hold it open until everyone is
clear of the door, and only then allow it to
slowly close.

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Lock the sliding door from inside the vehicle by moving
the manual locking lever down. Unlock it by moving the
lever up.
With power door locks, the sliding door lock has a delay
feature. See ªPower Door Locksº and ªMultifunction
Alarm Locks and Lighting Choicesº in the Index.
Power Sliding Door (Option)
With this option, you can open and close the sliding
door with the switches inside your vehicle. If you have
the optional remote keyless entry system, you can also
operate the power sliding door with your remote
transmitter. See ªKeyless Entry Systemº in the Index.
CAUTION:
Leaving young children or pets unattended in
your vehicle can be dangerous. They could
operate the power sliding door. A child or others
could be injured. Do not leave children or pets
unattended in your vehicle.
To help avoid accidental operation of the sliding door,
turn the power sliding door off by pushing the bottom of
the power sliding door on/off switch.

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CAUTION:
If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep
grade (15 percent or more), the door may not
stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring
someone. To make sure the door does not slam
shut, turn on the power sliding door feature.
Then if the door closes, it will close under the
control of the power door system.
If you want to close the power sliding door when the
switch is turned on, pull the inside or outside handle
or the edge of the door. Move the door about
4 inches (10 cm) toward the closed position and release.
The door will close completely and latch for you.
To close the power sliding door when the switch is
turned off, pull the inside or outside handle and slide the
door all the way forward to the latched position.
Sliding Door Security Lock
Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security
lock that helps prevent young children or other
passengers from opening the sliding door by using the
inside door handle.The security lock lever is located on the inside of the
sliding door, on the front edge of the door. To access the
lever, open the sliding door. Use the security lock label on
the edge of the door as a guide. This lock is on both doors
if your vehicle is equipped with dual sliding doors.
To use the security lock,
move the security lock lever
all the way up and close the
door from the outside.
If your vehicle is equipped with a power sliding door,
you can override the security lock by pressing either
power door switch when the power sliding door is
turned off. When the power sliding door is turned on,
the power sliding door cannot be opened from the inside
when the sliding door security lock is in use.

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If you want to open the sliding door when the security
lock is on, unlock the sliding door and open the door
from the outside.
You should let adults and older children know how the
security lock works, and how to cancel the lock. If you
don't, adults or older children who ride in the rear won't
be able to open the sliding door from the inside when
the security lock feature is in use.
Resetting the Power Sliding Door
The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at
all because of the following conditions:

A low voltage or dead battery,

Disconnecting the battery or

If the IGN 1, B/U LAMP, RADIO or PWR
SEAT/PSD fuse is removed or blown.
See ªFuse Panelº in the Index for more information
about your fuse panel.
If any of these conditions occur, the power sliding door
will need to be reset. To do this, follow the directions
listed here. It will be easier if you read through them
once before beginning this procedure.1. Check to be sure the power sliding door is unlocked
and securely closed.
2. Turn the ignition key to OFF.
3. Turn on the power sliding door on the switchbank.
4. Remove the RADIO fuse from the underhood fuse
and relay center. Leave it out for 30 seconds.
5. Reinstall the fuse and wait 10 seconds.
6. Disable the power sliding door override feature.
7. Push either of the power door buttons to open the
power sliding door.
8. Open the door.
9. Wait five seconds and close the door by pushing
either power door button.
10. Wait five seconds and repeat Steps 7 through 9.
If the door does not rest in the fully open position after
repeating Step 7, repeat Steps 7 through 9 again. If the
door still does not operate correctly, see your dealer
for service.
NOTE: If your audio system is equipped with
THEFTLOCK and a code has been entered to secure
your radio, the code will need to be unlocked before
resetting the power sliding door. See ªTHEFTLOCKº in
the Index to unlock a secured radio.

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Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock
1. Unlock the sliding door and open the door from
the outside.
2. Move the security lock lever all the way down.
The sliding door lock will now work normally.
Liftgate
To unlock the liftgate from the outside, turn the key in
the cylinder clockwise. To lock the liftgate using the
key, turn the key counterclockwise.
Open the liftgate using the handle above the license
plate. Once slightly opened, the liftgate will rise by
itself. Lamps in the rear of the vehicle will come on,
illuminating the rear cargo area (see ªInterior Lampsº in
the Index).
NOTICE:
Be sure there are no overhead obstructions, such
as a garage door, before you open the liftgate.
You could slam the liftgate into something and
break the glass.
To close the liftgate, pull down on the handle, then
firmly shut the liftgate. Don't drive with the liftgate
open, even slightly. See ªEngine Exhaustº in the Index.
A light on your instrument panel will warn you if the
liftgate is not completely closed (see ªDoor Ajar
Warning Lightº in the Index).

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CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate
open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You can't see or smell
CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
If you must drive with the liftgate open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections must
pass through the seal between the body and
the liftgate:

Make sure all other windows are shut.

Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on bi
-level (outside air button is pressed).
That will force outside air into your vehicle.
See ªComfort Controlsº in the Index.

If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
See ªEngine Exhaustº in the Index.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Although your vehicle has a number of theft
-deterrent
features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it
impossible to steal. However, there are ways you
can help.
Key in the Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it's an
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves
-- so
don't do it.
When you park your vehicle and open the driver's door,
you'll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this.
Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your
ignition and transaxle. Also remember to lock the doors.