2001 CHEVROLET VENTURE Owners Manual

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Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish
should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode
quickly and may develop into a major repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch
-up
materials available from your dealer or other service
outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected
in your dealer's body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust
control can collect on the underbody. If these are not
removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the
underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan
and exhaust system even though they have
corrosion protection.At least every spring, flush these materials from the
underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud
and other debris can collect. Dirt packed in closed areas
of the frame should be loosened before being flushed.
Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can
do this for you.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a
chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and
attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage
can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet
-shaped
discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into
the paint surface.
Although no defect in the paint job causes this,
Chevrolet will repair, at no charge to the owner, the
surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout
condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km)
of purchase, whichever occurs first.

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GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
PART NUMBERSIZEDESCRIPTIONUSAGE
99495423 in. x 25 in.Polishing Cloth ± Wax TreatedExterior polishing cloth
105017216 oz. (0.473 L)Tar and Road Oil RemoverRemoves tar, road oil and asphalt
105017316 oz. (0.473 L)Chrome Cleaner and PolishUse on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and brass
105017416 oz. (0.473 L)White Sidewall Tire CleanerRemoves soil and black marks from whitewalls
105021432 oz. (0.946 L)Vinyl CleanerCleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops
105042723 oz. (0.680 L)Glass CleanerRemoves dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints
1052918**8 oz. (0.237 L)Armor All
ProtectantProtects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas
, plastic,
rubber and vinyl
105292516 oz. (0.473 L)Multi-Purpose
Interior CleanerCleans carpets, seats, interior trim, door panels
and floor mats
105292916 oz. (0.473 L)Wheel CleanerSpray on and rinse with water
10529308 oz. (0.237 L)Capture Dry Spot RemoverAttracts, absorbs and removes soils on fabric
123457212.5 sq. ft.Synthetic ChamoisShines vehicle without scratching
1234572512 oz. (0.354 L)Silicone Tire ShineSpray on tire shine
12377964*16 oz. (0.473 L)Finish EnhancerRemoves dust, fingerprints and surface contaminants
12377966*16 oz. (0.473 L)Cleaner WaxRemoves light scratches and oxidation and protects finish
12377984*16 oz. (0.473 L)Surface CleanerRemoves contaminants, blemishes and swirl marks
See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. * For exterior use only.
See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in the Index. ** Not recommended for use on instrument panels.

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the
driver's side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts
labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This
code will help you identify your engine, specifications
and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identification Label
You'll find this label on the inside of the access panel
located on the driver's side of the rear of the vehicle.
It's very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this
label is:

your VIN,

the model designation,

paint information and

a list of all production options and
special equipment.
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Headlamp Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit
breaker in the instrument panel fuse panel. An electrical
overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in
some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your
headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal
circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to
heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor
cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical
problem, be sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the instrument panel fuse panel
protect the power windows and other power accessories.
When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker
opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem
is fixed.

6-62 Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links.
Look at the silver
-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size
and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a
spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood
fuse and relay center. Just pick some feature of your
vehicle that you can get along without
-- like the radio
or cigarette lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the right
amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.
There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: the
instrument panel fuse block and the underhood fuse and
relay center.Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse
block is located to the right
of the glove box.
Pull the door open to access the instrument panel
fuse block.

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Circuit
BreakersUsage
1 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Control Module, Headlamp and
Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch
2 Power Sliding Door
3 Front Power Windows
46
-Way Power Seat and Rear Side
Door Actuator Motor
5 Blower Motor Hi Speed
Relay ModuleFuses Usage
6 Steering Wheel Radio Control
Switches (Illumination)
7 Instrument Cluster to
PRNDL Indicators
8 Power Remote Control
Mirror Switch
9 Cruise Control Module,
Switch and Release Switch
10 Not Used
11 Power Control Module (PCM),
Ignition Crank
12 PASS
-Key
III System
13 Body Control Module (BCM)
14 Heated Mirrors
15 Not Used
16 Not Used
17 Cigarette Lighter, DIC, Front
Auxiliary Power Outlets
18 Turn Signal Switch
19 Interior Lamp and Multifunction
Switch (Power Vent Switch)

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Fuses Usage
20 Windshield Wiper/Washer Motor
and Switch
21 Turn Signal Switch
22 Rear Electric Accessory
Plug Housing
23 DRL Control Module
24 Not Used
25 Rear Window Defogger Relay,
Heated Mirrors
26 OnStar


27 Inflatable Restraint
Control Module
28 Heater
-A/C Control
29 Instrument Cluster, BCM,
Electronic Level Control (ELC)
Sensor and Relay
30 Stoplamp Switch
31 Module/Electronic Brake Control
Module/Electronic Brake Traction
Control Module (EBCM/EBTCM)Fuses Usage
32 Evaporative Emissions (EVAP)
Canister Vent Solenoid Valve
33 Not Used
34 ELC Air Compressor and ELC
Relay, Trailer Harness
35 Courtesy Lamp
36 BCM, Electronic Brake Control
Indicator Lamp Driver Module,
Instrument Panel Cluster, Rear
Side Door Actuator Control
Module, Rear Windows
37 Rear HVAC
-A/C Control
38 Rear Window Wiper Motor, Rear
Window Wiper/Washer and
Multifunction Switch (Rear
Window Wiper/Washer Switch)
39 Not Used
40 Not Used
41 Not Used
42 Not Used

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Fuses Usage
43 Not Used
44 Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) Relay
45 Not Used
46 Air Inlet Actuator, DIC Display,
DRL Control Module, Heater
-A/C
Control, Temperature Door
Actuator (Front) and Rear
Window Defogger Relay
47 BCM Programming
48 Not Used
49 Not Used
50 IGN MAIN Relay and PCM,
Electronic Break Control ModuleUnderhood Fuse and Relay Center
This fuse and relay center is
located in the engine
compartment, in front of the
windshield washer fluid
reservoir. See ªEngine
Compartment Overviewº in
the Index for more
information on location.
The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement
fuse is needed.
To remove the cover, turn the knob counterclockwise
and lift up. Remove the cover.
When finished, put the cover back on and turn the knob
clockwise. Make sure that the remote positive (+)
terminal cover is on correctly.