2002 CHEVROLET TRACKER instrument panel

2-44 Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier
for others to see the front of your vehicle during
the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving
conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the
short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully
functional daytime running lamps are required on all
vehicles first sold in Canada.
The DRL system will make your headlamps come on
at a reduced brightness when the three following
conditions are met:

The ignition is on with the engine running,

the exterior lamps control is off or the parking
lights are on, and

the parking brake is released.When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on
at a reduced brightness. The taillamps, sidemarker and
other lamps won't be on. Your instrument panel won't
be lit up either.
When you move the exterior lamps control to the
headlamp position, your DRL will go off and your
headlamps will come on. The other lamps that
come on with your headlamps will also come on.
When it begins to get dark, the headlamps will
automatically switch from DRL to the regular
headlamps. See ªAutomatic Light Controlº following.
When you turn the exterior lamp control to off, the
regular lamps will go off and your headlamps will
change to the reduced brightness of DRL provided
it is not dark outside. DRL will also come on if only
the parking lamps are being used.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.

2-45 Automatic Light Control (ALC)
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic light sensor
on top of the instrument panel, so be sure it is not covered.
If it is, the headlamps will remain on continuously.
There is a delay in the transition between the daytime
and nighttime operation of the DRL and the ALC
systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead
street lights does not affect the system. The DRL and
ALC systems will only be affected when the light sensor
sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay.
When it is dark enough outside, or you are driving
through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather or
a tunnel, the ALC will turn on your low
-beam
headlamps at normal brightness. Along with your
vehicle's headlamps, the taillamps, sidemarker, parking
lamps and the instrument panel lights will also turn on.
The radio lights will dim.
When the vehicle is initially started in darkness with the
parking brake engaged, there is a delay before the ALC
will turn on the lights.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamps when you need them.To disable your vehicle's DRL and ALC functions,
do the following:
1. Before turning the ignition key to ON or START,
set the parking brake.
2. Then turn the ignition key to ON or START.

The ALC will not turn on under any conditions,
even in darkness.

The DRL will not turn on.
The DRL and ALC functions will stay off with the
ignition on, until you release the parking brake.
Once the parking brake is released the DRL will
turn on (if it is daylight) or the ALC will turn on
(if it is dark enough outside).
If you turn the ignition key to ON or START and
then set the parking brake, the DRL will turn off
(in all conditions) and the ALC will remain on (if dark
enough outside). Any other uses of the parking brake
after the engine is turned on will have no effect on the
normal ALC operation.
Lamps On Reminder
If you turn the ignition off, remove the key, open the
door and leave the lamps on, a tone will remind you to
turn off your lamps.

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Interior Lamps
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
This feature controls the brightness of the instrument
panel lights.
The thumbwheel for this
feature is located to the left
of the steering wheel on the
instrument panel.
Move the thumbwheel upward to brighten the lights or
downward to dim them.
Dome Lamp
The dome lamp has a three-position switch.

2-48 Outside Manual Adjust Mirrors
Adjust these mirrors by hand so that you can just
see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a
comfortable driving position.
Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped)
The switch to control the
power mirrors is located on
the lower left side of the
instrument panel.
You can only adjust the mirrors when the ignition switch
is in ON or ACC.To adjust the mirrors do the following:
1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right)
to select the mirror you wish to adjust.
2. Press the outer part of the four
-way control pad,
located below the selector switch, that coincides with
the direction you want the mirror to go.
3. Return the selector switch to the center position to
help prevent moving the mirror accidentally.
Convex Outside Mirror
Your passenger's side mirror is convex. A convex mirror's
surface is curved so you can see more from the driver's seat.
CAUTION:
A convex mirror can make things (like other
vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you
could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your
inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.

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Storage Compartments
Glove Box
To open the glove box, pull the latch toward you.
Use your key to lock and unlock the glove box.
The glove box has a two
-position detent for opening the
door. Lower the door to the first detent for access to the
glove box. Pull it to the next detent for further access.
Door Storage
Each side door has a storage compartment.
Coinholder
Your instrument panel has two coinholders located to
the left of the steering wheel.
Cupholder
Two cupholders are on the center console next to the
parking brake lever.
Convenience Net (If Equipped)
You may have a convenience net in the rear of your
vehicle to help keep small items, like gloves and light
clothing, in place during sharp turns or quick stops
and starts.
The net is not designed to retain these items during
off
-road use. The net is not for larger, heavier items.
Attach the loops to the hooks located along the sides
of the rear cargo area. You may attach the convenience
net loops to either the forward or the rear hooks.

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The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Side Defroster Vent
B. Air Vents
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
D. Instrument Panel Cluster
E. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
F. Hazard Button
G. Rear Window Defogger Button (If Equipped)
H. Cruise Control Button (If Equipped)
I. Comfort Controls
J. Rear Window Wiper/Washer Button (If Equipped)
K. CoinholderL. Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped)
M. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel
N. Hood Release
O. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
P. Ignition Switch
Q. Cigarette Lighter/Accessory Power Outlet
R. Power Mode Selector Switch (If Equipped)
S. Shift Lever
T. Ashtray
U. Audio System
V. Vent Shut
-off Thumbwheel

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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're
going, about how much fuel you have left, and many other things you'll need to know to drive safely and economically.
United States cluster shown, Canada similar