2003 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE tow

Compass Calibration
The compass may need calibration if one of the
following occurs:
·After approximately ®ve seconds, the display does
not show a compass heading (N for North, for
example), there may be a strong magnetic ®eld
interfering with the compass. Such interference may
be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, magnetic
note pad holder or a similar magnetic item.
·The compass does not display the correct heading
and the compass zone variance is set correctly.
In order to calibrate, CAL must be displayed in the
mirror compass windows. If CAL is not displayed, push
the on/off button for approximately 12 seconds or
until CAL is displayed.
The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in
circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display
reads a direction.
Passenger Air Bag Indicator
Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger air bag
indicator, on the mirror glass, just above the buttons.
If your vehicle has this feature, the mirror will display the
word ON, or an air bag symbol in Canada, when the
passenger air bag is enabled. For more information, see
Passenger Sensing System on page 1-62.
Cleaning the Mirror
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar
material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray
glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause
the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with Compass and Temperature
Display
If your vehicle is equipped with an electrochromic mirror
it will automatically dim to the proper level to minimize
glare from lights behind you after dark.
The mirror also includes a display in the upper right
corner of the mirror face. The compass reading and the
outside temperature will both appear in the display at the
same time. The dual display can be turned on or off by
brie¯y pressing either the TEMP or the COMP button.
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Temperature Display
The temperature can be displayed by pressing the
TEMP button. Pressing the TEMP button once brie¯y,
will toggle the temperature reading on and off. To
alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit
and Celsius, press and hold the TEMP button for
approximately four seconds until the display blinks ÉF
and ÉC. Press and release the TEMP button to
toggle between the Fahrenheit and Celsius readings.
After approximately four seconds of inactivity, the display
will stop blinking and display the last selection made.
Press and release the TEMP button to toggle the
temperature display between Fahrenheit or Celsius.
If an abnormal reading is displayed, please consult your
dealer.
Electrochromic Mirror Operation
The time period you need to press and hold the TEMP
button to turn the electrochromic feature on or off is
approximately eight seconds. The indicator light to the
left of the TEMP button will still turn on or off to
show you when the electrochromic feature is activated.
Once the mirror is turned off, it will remain off until it
is turned back on, or until the vehicle is restarted.
Compass Operation
Press the COMP button once brie¯y to turn the compass
on or off.
When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the
compass will show two character boxes for
approximately two seconds. After two seconds, the
mirror will display the compass heading.
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar
material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray
glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause
the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.
Compass Calibration
The compass may need calibration if one of the
following occurs:
·If CAL is displayed while driving in the vehicle.
·After approximately ®ve seconds, the display does
not show a compass heading (N for North, for
example), there may be a strong magnetic ®eld
interfering with the compass. Such interference may
be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, magnetic
note pad holder or a similar magnetic item.
·The compass does not display the correct heading
and the compass zone variance is set correctly.
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Cleaning the Mirror
Use a paper towel or similar material dampened with
glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the
mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter
the mirror housing.
Passenger Air Bag Indicator
Your mirror may be equipped with a passenger air bag
indicator on the mirror glass, just above the buttons.
If you have this feature the mirror will display the word
ON, or an airbag symbol in Canada, when the
passenger air bag is enabled. For more information see
Passenger Sensing System on page 1-62
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors
If your vehicle is equipped with outside camper-type
mirrors, they can be adjusted so you can have a clear
view of objects behind you.
To extend the manual camper mirrors, pull out the
mirror head to extend it for better visibility. Adjust the
mirror glass manually to the desired position.
To extend the power camper mirrors, move the selector
switch, located above the mirror control, to the middle
position. The mirror control will illuminate. Press the left
or right side of the mirror control to slide the mirror
heads away or toward the body of the vehicle. Adjust
the mirror glass by using the power mirror switches. See
Outside Power Mirrors on page 2-51.
Outside Power Mirrors
The controls are located
on the driver's door
armrest.
Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to
choose the mirror you want to adjust; then press
the dots located on the four-way control pad to adjust
the mirror.
To fold or unfold the mirrors, move the selector switch,
located above the mirror control, to the middle
position. The mirror control will illuminate. Press the
right or left side of the mirror control to fold or unfold the
mirrors. You may notice the mirror glass adjust as the
mirrors fold in; this is normal. The mirror glass will
reposition itself once the mirrors are unfolded.
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To remove a cargo panel(s), do the following:
1. Lower the tailgate. Use the ignition/door key to
unlock the tailgate if it is locked. See
Tailgate on
page 2-21in the Index for more information on the
tailgate.
Before removing the cargo panel(s), notice the
numbers embossed on the upper center portion of
each panel. The panels are labeled 1, 2 and 3.There are also numbered labels on the bottom of the
panels. The numbers on the top and bottom of the
panels will be used as reference when removing, storing
and reinstalling the panels.
2. Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and right
cargo panel latches, located on the bottom of each
cargo panel, toward you to release (unlock) the
cargo panel latches.
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Your vehicle may be equipped with a tonneau cover.
The main components of the tonneau cover are
the following:
A. Front Rail
B. Bows
C. Side Rails
D. Rear Rail
E. Plastic Lip
F. LoopRemoving the Tonneau Cover
1. Starting at the rear corner of the driver's side of the
vehicle, pull the loop (F) of the cover toward you
and then pull up so the plastic lip (E) releases from
the channel in the rear rail (D) and the side
rail (C).
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2. Pull the back of the cover out from the rear rail. 3. Roll the cover toward the front of the vehicle (the
plastic lip will release from the siderails as you roll
the cover forward.) When you reach the front
rail (A), pull the cover out from the front rail and roll
up the rest of the cover.
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4. Stow the cover using the buckles and the straps
attached to the front rail.
You can also store the tonneau cover outside of the
vehicle or use the storage bag included.To use the storage bag, do the following:
1. Attach the bag to the cargo tie downs as shown.
Unzip the top of the storage bag so it will be
ready when you need to stow the tonneau cover.
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5. Stow both bows and the front and rear rails in the
storage bag as shown. When all components of the
tonneau cover are secured in the bag properly,
zip the bag shut.
Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tonneau cover
using the following suggestions:
·When reinstalling the front rail, start by holding the
back edge of the rail (edge nearest you) up and
then twisting the back edge down while pushing it
into place.
·Both bows are the same size and therefore
interchangeable.
·When placing the bows in the side rails, it is easiest
to place the spring-loaded bow end in ®rst.
·When placing the bows,
locate the small notches
(arrow) in the side
rails. These notches
receive the tang on the
bow ends and help
the bows seat into
place.
·When reinstalling the tonneau cover, start at the
front, near the cab. Place the plastic lip into the
front rail, then the rear rail, and ®nish with the side
rails.
To clean the tonneau cover, use mild soap and water. If
necessary, use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt
trapped in the grain of the material.
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