2002 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO trunk

1-8 Split Folding Rear Seat
You can fold either side of the seatback (or both sides)
down in your vehicle for more cargo space. Make sure
the front seat isn't reclined. If it is, the rear seatback
may not fold down all the way.
To lower the rear seatback, follow these steps:
1. Remove the rear center
lap
-shoulder belt latch
by using a key to press
the release button.
2. Pull forward on the
seatback tab located on
the outboard side of the
back seat cushion to fold
the seatback down.
This will allow you direct access to the trunk.
CAUTION:
If the seatback isn't locked, it could move
forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could
cause injury to the person sitting there. Always
press rearward on the seatback to be sure it
is locked.

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CAUTION:
A safety belt that is improperly routed, not
properly attached, or twisted won't provide the
protection needed in a crash. The person wearing
the belt could be seriously injured. After raising
the rear seatback, always check to be sure that
the safety belts are properly routed and attached,
and are not twisted.
To raise the rear seatback, follow these steps:
1. Raise the seatback up and make sure it latches.
Push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked
in position.
2. Reconnect the center
safety belt latch plate
to the buckle.
Make sure the safety belt label is pointing to the
release button, and that both are facing the front of
the vehicle. Make sure the belt is not twisted. Push
and pull on the latch plate to be sure it is secure.
When the seat is not in use, it should be kept in the
upright locked position. If you plan to load items
into the trunk through the split folding rear seat,
you must first turn off the trunk release sensor.
See ªTrunk Release Sensorº in the Index for
more information.

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Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have a problem.
2
-2 Windows
2
-4 Keys
2
-6 Door Locks
2
-8 Remote Keyless Entry (If Equipped)
2
-12 Trunk
2
-16 Theft
2
-17 Content Theft-Deterrent (Option)
2
-18 Vehicle Customization Settings
2
-27 Passlock

2-27 New Vehicle ªBreak-Inº
2
-28 Ignition Positions
2
-29 Starting Your Engine
2
-32 Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
2
-33 Automatic Transaxle Operation
2
-37 Parking Brake
2
-38 Shifting Into PARK (P)
2
-40 Shifting Out of PARK (P)
2
-40 Parking Over Things That Burn2
-41 Engine Exhaust
2
-42 Running Your Engine While You're Parked
2
-43 Tilt Wheel
2
-43 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
2
-49 Exterior Lamps
2
-52 Interior Lamps
2
-54 Mirrors
2
-60 Accessory Power Outlet
2
-61 Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop)
2
-62 OnStar
System (If Equipped)
2
-66 Power Sunroof (Option)
2
-67 HomeLink
Transmitter (Option)
2
-70 The Instrument Panel -- Your
Information System
2
-72 Instrument Panel Cluster
2
-75 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
2
-87 Message Center
2
-95 Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option)

2-8 Lockout Protection Feature
To protect you from locking your key in the vehicle,
this feature stops the power door locks from locking
when the key is in the ignition and a door is open.
If a power lock switch is pressed when a door is open
and the key is in the ignition, both doors will lock and
then the driver's door will unlock. A chime will sound
continuously until both doors are closed.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your
door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and
close the door.
Remote Keyless Entry (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock
your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m)
up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry
transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Your remote keyless entry system operates on a radio
frequency subject to Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.This device complies with RSS
-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service facility could void authorization to
use this equipment.
At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is
normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the
transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer
to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this:

Check the distance. You may be too far from your
vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy
or snowy weather.

Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or
right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.

Check to determine if battery replacement or
resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions
that follow.

If you're still having trouble, see your dealer or a
qualified technician for service.

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Operation
Use the remote keyless
entry transmitter to
open or lock your
vehicle's doors or your
trunk from a distance.
Remote Keyless
Entry Transmitter
LOCK: Press the LOCK button to lock all doors.
UNLOCK: Press the UNLOCK button on the remote
keyless transmitter once to unlock the driver's door and
turn on the interior lamps. See ªIllumination and
Remote Activationº in the Index for more details. Pause
for about one second, then press UNLOCK again within
five seconds to unlock the passenger door.
(Panic Alarm): Press the button with the horn
symbol to activate an alarm on the remote keyless entry
transmitter. The ignition must be in OFF or ACC for the
panic alarm to work. When you press the panic button
on the remote keyless entry transmitter, the headlamps
will flash, the horn will honk repeatedly and your
interior lamps will illuminate attracting attention if you
need it. The alarm will continue until one of the
following occurs:

The panic alarm button on the remote keyless entry
transmitter is pressed a second time,

the vehicle's ignition is turned to ON or

an alarm period of about 110 seconds has elapsed.
(Trunk Release): Press the button on the remote
keyless transmitter with the vehicle symbol on it to
release the trunk.
Operating the remote keyless entry transmitter may
interact with the content theft
-deterrent system (if your
vehicle this option). See ªContent Theft
-Deterrent
Systemº in the Index.

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Transmitter Verification (If Equipped)
This feature provides feedback to the holder of the remote
keyless entry transmitter that a command has been
received by the keyless entry receiver. The headlamps and
back
-up lamps will flash on every lock and the first unlock
command, and the horn will sound once for every lock
and twice for the first unlock command. Silent operation
and other options may be selected for this feature. See
ªVehicle Customization Settingsº in the Index.
If your vehicle has the optional content theft
-deterrent
system, the first time the remote unlock is received, three
flashes will be seen and three horn chirps heard to indicate
an alarm condition has occurred since last arming. See
ªContent Theft
-Deterrent Systemº in the Index.
Illumination on Remote Activation
This feature provides interior illumination when a
remote keyless entry door unlock command is received
and executed, the trunk release button is pressed or
when the panic alarm is activated. The interior lamps
will illuminate until the ignition is turned to ON or until
an illumination period of 40 seconds has elapsed or the
doors are locked with the power door lock switch or the
remote keyless entry transmitter. If a door is opened
during the illumination period, the timed illumination
will be canceled, and the interior lamps will remain on.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any
remaining transmitters with you when you go to your
dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement
transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters
must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the
new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your
vehicle. Each vehicle can have a maximum of four
transmitters matched to it.
If you prefer, you can complete this procedure yourself.
See ªVehicle Customization Settingsº in the Index for
more information.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless
entry transmitter should last about three years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't
work at the normal range in any location. If you have to
get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it's probably time to change the battery.

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Trunk
CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid
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 trunk lid open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections must
pass through the seal between the body and the
trunk lid:

Make sure all other windows are shut.

Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on VENT and the outside air mode button
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.
Trunk Lock
To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the key in
the lock and turn it. You can also press the car symbol
on your remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped).
Remote Trunk Release
You can also unlock the trunk from inside the vehicle.
Press the button located
below the exterior lamps
control on the underside of
the dashboard. The shift
lever must be in PARK (P)
for the remote trunk release
button to work.

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Trunk Assist Handle
There is an assist handle located on the inside of the
trunk lid toward the driver's side of the vehicle.
NOTICE:
The trunk assist handle was not designed to be
used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor
point when securing items in the trunk. Improper
use of the trunk assist handle could damage it.
Pull down on the handle to lower the trunk lid. Then
close the trunk with your other hand. If the trunk is
not properly closed, the TRUNK OPEN message will
appear in the message center of your instrument panel
cluster. See ªTrunk Open Messageº in the Index for
more information.
Trunk Release Handle
There is a glow-in-the-dark trunk release handle
located inside the trunk on the latch. This handle will
glow following exposure to light. Pull the release handle
up to open the trunk from the inside.
Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit
To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your
trunk, you can order a trap
-resistant trunk kit from your
dealer. This kit includes the following:

a modified trunk latch,

a lighted release handle, and

seatback tethers (for vehicles with folding
rear seatbacks).
See your dealer for additional information.