2003 CHEVROLET VENTURE steering

Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government
If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle
has a safety defect, you should immediately notify
Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General
Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:
Transport Canada
330 Sparks Street
Tower C
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in
a situation like this, we certainly hope you'll notify us.
Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write:
Chevrolet Motor Division
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 33170
Detroit, MI 48232-5170
In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English)
or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write:
General Motors of Canada Limited
Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Service Publications Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer
Case Unit Repair Manual
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments, and speci®cations for GM
transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00
Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give technical service information
needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars
and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to
assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service
Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General
Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1-800-463-7483).
7-10

Electrical System (cont.)
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-96
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-96
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance
Programs...................................................3-48
Engine Coolant Level Check.............................6-10
Engine Oil Additives........................................5-17
Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-6
Engine Oil Level Check...................................6-10
Engine Speci®cations.....................................5-104
Engine..........................................................5-18
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-18
Battery.......................................................5-43
Change Oil Message...................................3-54
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-45
Compartment Overview................................5-12
Coolant Heater............................................2-33
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-44
Coolant Temperature Warning Message..........3-51
Coolant......................................................5-23
Cooling System Inspection............................6-16
Exhaust.....................................................2-42
Low Oil Level Message................................3-53
Oil .............................................................5-13
Overheating................................................5-26
Starting......................................................2-32
Entering Programming Mode............................2-62
Entertainment System......................................3-92
Cleaning the Video Screen..........................3-105Entertainment System (cont.)
Cleaning Your DVD Player..........................3-105
DVD Distortion..........................................3-103
Entry Lighting.................................................3-18
Erasing HomeLink
žButtons..............................2-50
Exit Lighting...................................................3-19
Exiting Programming Mode...............................2-70
Express-Down Window....................................2-25
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-54
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-15
F
Filter.............................................................5-18
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-18
Finding a PTY Station.....................3-68, 3-75, 3-85
Finding a Station....................3-62, 3-65, 3-73, 3-82
Finish Care....................................................5-91
Finish Damage...............................................5-93
Fixed Mast Antenna.......................................3-105
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-9
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-71
Flat Tire........................................................5-70
Flip and Fold Rear Seats.................................. 1-7
Fluid.............................................................5-20
Automatic Transaxle.....................................5-20
Power Steering...........................................5-37
Windshield Washer......................................5-38
FM ..............................................................3-104
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Hood............................................................5-10
Checking Things Under................................5-10
Release.....................................................5-10
Horn............................................................... 3-7
How the System Works...................................3-23
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Recovery Tank............................................5-31
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator..................5-34
How to Add Fluid Automatic Transaxle Fluid.......5-22
How to Check Automatic
Transaxle Fluid...........................................5-20
How to Check Power Steering Fluid..................5-38
How to Check................................................5-61
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.......5-19
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-35
Hydroplaning..................................................4-18
I
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine..........5-28
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine...............5-27
If the Light Is Flashing.....................................3-46
If the Light Is On Steady.................................3-47
If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow.......4-30
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer.....................4-37If You're Caught in a Blizzard...........................4-28
Ignition Positions.............................................2-31
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check..........................6-13
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-58
In¯ation -- Tire Pressure..................................5-61
Inspection......................................................6-16
Brake System.............................................6-16
Engine Cooling System................................6-16
Exhaust System..........................................6-15
Fuel System...............................................6-16
Part C - Periodic Maintenance.......................6-15
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal.........................................6-15
Throttle System...........................................6-16
Transfer Care (Power Transfer Unit) and
Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive
Module) All-Wheel Drive............................6-16
Instrument Panel Brightness.............................3-17
Instrument Panel Fuse Block............................5-97
Instrument Panel.............................................3-36
Cluster.......................................................3-36
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Switchbank.................................................3-21
Interior Lamps Control.....................................3-17
Interior Lamps Override...................................3-17
Interior Lamps................................................3-17
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M
Maintenance, Normal Replacement Parts..........5-104
Maintenance Schedule.....................................6-10
At Each Fuel Fill.........................................6-10
At Least Once a Month................................6-10
At Least Once a Year..................................6-12
At Least Twice a Year..................................6-11
Brake System Inspection..............................6-16
Engine Cooling System Inspection.................6-16
Exhaust System Inspection...........................6-15
Fuel System Inspection................................6-16
How This Section is Organized....................... 6-3
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services......... 6-4
Part B - Owner Checks and Services.............6-10
Part C - Periodic MaintenanceInspections......6-15
Part D - Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants...............................................6-17
Part E - Maintenance Record........................6-19
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-5
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection..........................6-15
Throttle System Inspection............................6-16
Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit) and
Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive
Module) All-Wheel Drive Inspection.............6-16Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Using Your................................................... 6-4
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Maintenance When Trailer Towing.....................4-43
Making Turns.................................................4-41
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-45
Manual Seats................................................... 1-3
Manual Windows............................................2-24
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle............... 2-7
Message.......................................................3-57
All-Wheel Drive Disable Warning....................3-57
Center.......................................................3-50
Change Engine Oil......................................3-54
Charging System Indicator............................3-52
Door Ajar Warning.......................................3-55
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning.............3-51
Low Engine Oil Level...................................3-53
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-57
Low Oil Pressure.........................................3-52
PASS-Key
žIII Security.................................3-56
Power Sliding Door Warning.........................3-54
Rear Hatch Ajar Warning..............................3-56
Service Traction System Warning...................3-50
Traction Active............................................3-51
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/
Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin
Islands) ± Customer Assistance....................... 7-5
10

Passenger Compartment Air Filter.....................3-33
Passing.................................................4-13, 4-41
PASS-Key
žIII Operation..................................2-29
PASS-KeyžIII Security Message.......................3-56
PASS-KeyžIII ................................................2-29
Plan Ahead When Possible................................ 7-8
Playing a Cassette Tape..................................3-77
Playing a Compact Disc..................3-70, 3-79, 3-87
Playing a Speci®c Loaded
Compact Disc.............................................3-88
Playing the Radio...................3-62, 3-65, 3-72, 3-81
Power Steering...............................................4-10
Power...........................................................3-24
Accessory Outlets........................................3-24
Door Locks.................................................2-11
Electrical System.........................................5-96
Rear Quarter Windows.................................2-26
Six-Way Seats.............................................. 1-4
Sliding Door Warning Message......................3-54
Sliding Door................................................2-17
Steering Fluid.............................................5-37
Windows....................................................2-25
Pretensioners, Safety Belt................................1-54
Primary Radio Controls....................................3-99
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.................2-12
Programmable Modes.....................2-62, 2-63, 2-64,
2-65, 2-66, 2-67, 2-68Programming Mode.........................................2-62
Entering.....................................................2-62
Exiting.......................................................2-70
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter.............2-48
Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-34
R
Radiator Pressure Cap....................................5-26
Radio Messages.............................3-64, 3-69, 3-77
Radios..........................................................3-61
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-62
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...............3-104
Care of Your CD and DVD Player................3-105
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.......................3-105
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-72
Radio with CD............................................3-65
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-81
Rear Seat Audio................................3-99, 3-101
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-61
Setting the Time for Radios without
Radio Data Systems (RDS).......................3-61
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Service (cont.)
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-3
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-45
Publications Ordering Information...................7-10
Traction System Warning Message.................3-50
Setting Preset PTYs........................................3-86
Setting Preset Stations............3-63, 3-66, 3-73, 3-83
Setting the Temperature...........................3-30, 3-32
Setting the Time.............................................3-61
Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS).........3-61
Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS).....3-61
Setting the Tone
(Bass/Treble)......................3-63, 3-66, 3-74, 3-83
Sheet Metal Damage.......................................5-93
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-39
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-41
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................1-38
Side Window Latches......................................2-25
Skidding........................................................4-14
Sliding Door Delayed Locking...........................2-13
Sliding Door Lock...........................................2-14
Sliding Door, Power........................................2-17
Sliding Door Security Lock...............................2-15
Sliding Doors, Dual.........................................2-13
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips.......................4-19
Spare Tire Check............................................6-11
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems.....................5-88
Speci®cations, Capacities...............................5-103
Speedometer..................................................3-38Split Bench Seats............................................. 1-8
Starter Switch Check.......................................6-12
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-32
Steering in Emergencies..................................4-11
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection..............................6-15
Steering Tips..................................................4-10
Steering........................................................4-10
Stereo RCA Jacks..........................................3-94
Storage Areas................................................2-51
Compact Overhead Console..........................2-52
Convenience Center.....................................2-58
Convenience Net.........................................2-57
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-51
Front Seat Storage Net................................2-54
Glove Box..................................................2-51
Luggage Carrier..........................................2-55
Overhead Console.......................................2-52
Rear Storage Area.......................................2-57
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools...............5-82
Storing the Built-In Child Restraint.....................1-91
Storing the Spare Tire and Tools.......................5-83
Stowable Seat................................................1-26
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-30
Sun Visors.....................................................2-26
Switchbanks, Instrument Panel..........................3-21
Switchbanks...................................................3-20
Overhead Console.......................................3-21
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Understanding Radio Reception.......................3-104
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-65
United States ± Customer Assistance.................. 7-4
Used Replacement Wheels..............................5-67
Using Cleaner on Fabric..................................5-88
Using HomeLink
ž...........................................2-50
Using RDS....................................3-67, 3-75, 3-84
Using Song List Mode.....................................3-90
V
Vehicle Identi®cation........................................5-95
Number (VIN).............................................5-95
Service Parts Identi®cation Label...................5-95
Vehicle Personalization....................................2-61
Arming and Disarming the Content
Theft-Deterrent System.............................2-68
Automatic Door Locks..................................2-63
Content Theft-Deterrent System.....................2-67
Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting.............2-62
Entering Programming Mode.........................2-62
Exiting Programming Mode...........................2-70
Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent........2-64
Remote Driver Unlock Control.......................2-65
Remote Lock and Unlock Con®rmation...........2-66
Vehicle Storage..............................................5-44
Vehicle............................................................ 4-5
Control........................................................ 4-5
Damage Warnings........................................... ivVehicle (cont.)
Loading......................................................4-34
Symbols......................................................... iv
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-28
Video Screen.................................................3-95
Visor Vanity Mirror..........................................2-26
Visors...........................................................2-26
W
Warm-Up Shift................................................2-37
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-35
Warnings......................................................... 3-6
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
Washing Your Vehicle......................................5-90
Weatherstrip Lubrication...................................6-11
Weight of the Trailer Tongue.............................4-38
Weight of the Trailer........................................4-37
What Engine Coolant to Use............................5-24
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use........................5-16
What Power Steering Fluid to Use....................5-38
What to Do with Used Oil................................5-18
What Washer Fluid to Use...............................5-38
Wheels..........................................................5-66
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-66
Replacement...............................................5-66
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Wheels (cont.)
When to Add Engine Oil..................................5-15
When to Change Engine Oil
(GM Oil Life System)...................................5-17
When to Check and Change Automatic
Transaxle Fluid...........................................5-20
When to Check Power Steering Fluid................5-37
When to Check..............................................5-61
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.....5-18
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking
on a Hill.....................................................4-43
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-65
Why Safety Belts Work....................................1-31
Windows.......................................................2-24
Manual......................................................2-24
Power Rear Quarter.....................................2-26Windows (cont.)
Power........................................................2-25
Side Window Latches...................................2-25
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check................6-10
Windshield Washer.........................................3-10
Fluid..........................................................5-38
Windshield Wiper............................................5-58
Blade Replacement......................................5-58
Fuses........................................................5-96
Windshield Wipers............................................ 3-9
Winter Driving................................................4-26
Wiper Blade Check.........................................6-11
Y
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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