2002 CHEVROLET VENTURE center console

2-4 Side Window Latches
The rear of each side window swings open.
To open, press the latch
forward to release it, then
swing the window outward.
Press the center of the latch
to secure the window in the
open position.
To close, pull the center of the latch forward and then
close the latch. Press the center of the latch to secure the
window in the closed position.
Power Rear Quarter Windows (If Equipped)
This button, located
in the overhead console
switchbank, is used
for opening and closing
the power rear
quarter windows.
Press the textured part of the switch to open the
windows; both windows will open. The windows can be
opened fully or partway depending on how long the
switch is pressed.
Press the part of the switch with the symbol on it to
close both windows. The windows can be closed fully or
partway depending on how long the switch is pressed.
The ignition must be in RUN, ACCESSORY or retained
accessory power (RAP) must be active, to use the power
rear quarter windows. SeeªRetained Accessory Power
(RAP)º in the Index.

2-76 Overhead Console (Option)
The optional front overhead console has reading lamps,
a switchbank, storage compartments, a garage door
opener compartment, OnStar

System buttons, an
optional Driver Information Center (DIC) and optional
HomeLink

Transmitter buttons. If your vehicle has the
HomeLink transmitter buttons, they will take the place
of the garage door opener compartment. The garage
door opener compartment is explained next. For
information on the other features listed, see each of
them in the Index.Garage Door Opener Compartment
You can store your garage door opener in the rear
compartment of your overhead console, and operate it
from this position. To install your garage door opener,
follow these instructions:
1. Open the compartment by pressing the latch forward.
2. Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop
fastener and press it firmly to the back of your
garage door opener.

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3. Line up the button of the garage door opener with
one of the four buttons on the compartment door.
Make sure the garage door opener button is facing
down and press the opener firmly into place.
4. Once the opener is installed, use the black pegs inside
the compartment door to make sure the lined area on
the compartment door will contact the control button
on your garage door opener when pressed.
5. Add one peg at a time until your garage door opener
operates with the compartment door closed when
you press the button.
Storage Bin
At the base of the center instrument panel console, there
is a storage bin. To open the bin, lift the latch release
and the door will fold down.
Inside the bin, you will find a tray that slides out. Slide
the tray all the way toward the rear of the vehicle until
the tray locks onto the plastic tabs at the end of the guide
rails. The tray can hold CDs or cassettes in the center
area. You can also store cassettes in the left and right
side area. The tray can be removed for cleaning or when
you want to replace the selection of CDs or cassettes.
Slide the tray back into the storage bin before closing
the bin door. The tray can also be placed in the glove
box for locked storage if desired.

3-6 Rear Climate Control (Vehicles without the
Entertainment System) (Option)
If you have the optional rear climate control, the rear
seat passengers can control the temperature and the
amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle. You can
also adjust the amount of air directed to the rear of the
vehicle using the front fan control knob.
When it's cold outside, set the main climate control
mode knob to lower, defog or defrost to send air to the
rear of the vehicle through the floor ducts.
Set the main climate control mode knob to vent or
bi
-level to send air to the rear of the vehicle through
the headliner outlets.
To send conditioned air to the rear of the vehicle, press
the A/C button on the main climate controls. If you do
not select A/C, air directed to the rear of the vehicle will
be cabin temperature.Rear Fan Control
This option comes with the rear climate controls.
Keep the area around the base of the center instrument
panel console and the area between and under the front
seats free of objects that would obstruct airflow to the
rear of the vehicle.
The rear fan control
is located below the
climate control system,
in the switchbank.
Turn the fan control to the desired setting for the amount
of air to be directed to the rear of the vehicle. The
temperature of the air will be the same as the air in the
front of the vehicle. The rear fan control in the
instrument panel switchbank has an R setting which
allows the rear passengers to use the rear climate control
knobs to adjust the air through the rear air outlets.

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Rear Comfort Controls
The rear climate control knobs are located in the panel
above the driver's seat.
Turn the temperature knob counterclockwise to the blue
area for cooler air, or clockwise to the red area for
warmer air.
Turn the rear fan knob to adjust the force of air coming
through the rear outlets.
Select the desired climate control mode using the
directional controls on the instrument panel. See ªMode
Knobº earlier in this section. The mode you choose will
regulate both the front and rear climate control systems.Rear Air Vents
To maximize airflow through the rear floor outlet, place
the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward
position. See ªAdjusting Rear Seatsº in the Index.
The vent behind the left rear seat is the cold air return
vent. Be sure to keep it free of obstructions.
Keep the area around the base of the center instrument
panel console, between and under the front seats, free of
objects that could obstruct airflow to the rear.

3-8 Rear Climate Control (Vehicles with the
Entertainment System) (Option)
If you have the optional rear entertainment system, the
rear seat passengers can control the temperature and the
amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle. You can
also adjust the amount of air directed to the rear of the
vehicle using the front fan knob.
When it's cold outside, set the main climate control
mode knob to floor, defog or defrost to send air to the
rear of the vehicle through the floor ducts.
Set the main climate control mode knob to vent or
bi
-level to send air to the rear of the vehicle through the
headliner outlets.To send conditioned air to the rear of the vehicle, press
the A/C button on the main climate controls. If you do
not select air conditioning, air directed to the rear of the
vehicle will be cabin temperature.
The rear fan control in the instrument panel switchbank
has an R setting which allows the rear passengers to use
the rear climate controls to adjust the air through the
rear air outlets. If it is not in the R setting, the overhead
entertainment console display will show DISABLED
when the FAN or TEMP button is pressed.
Rear Fan Control
Keep the area around the base of the center instrument
panel console and the area between and under the front
seats free of objects that would obstruct airflow to the
rear of the vehicle.
Press the FAN button in the overhead entertainment
console to adjust the fan speed. The display will show
the current setting. Press the left and right arrow buttons
to cycle through the available settings: OFF, LOW,
MED and HIGH.

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Rear Temperature Control
Press the TEMP button in the overhead entertainment
console to adjust the temperature of the air to the rear
seat. Press the left arrow button to make air cooler.
Press the right arrow button to make the air warmer.
Rear Air Vents
To maximize airflow through the rear floor outlet, place
the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward
position. See ªAdjusting Rear Seatsº in the Index.
The vent behind the left rear seat is the cold air return
vent. Be sure to keep it free of obstructions.
Keep the area around the base of the center instrument
panel console, between and under the front seats, free of
objects that could obstruct airflow to the rear.

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Ventilation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or
any other obstruction (such as leaves). This will
allow the heater and defroster to work much better,
reducing the chance of fogging the inside of
your windows.

When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the
fan knob to 5, the highest setting, for a few moments
before driving off. This helps clear the intake ducts
of snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of
fogging the inside of your windows.

Keep the area around the base of the center
instrument panel console and the air path under the
front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate
throughout your vehicle.

In cold weather, operating the system in the
outside air mode will improve the time it takes to
warm the vehicle.Audio Systems
Your audio system has been designed to operate easily
and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the
most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it
first. Find out what your audio system can do and how
to operate all of its controls to be sure you're getting the
most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Your vehicle may have a feature called Retained
Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, you can play your
audio system even after the ignition is turned off. See
ªRetained Accessory Powerº in the Index.
Setting the Clock for Systems without
Radio Data System
Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds.
Then press the HR arrow until the correct hour appears.
Press and hold the MIN arrow until the correct minute
appears. The clock may be set with the ignition on
or off.