2003 CHEVROLET VENTURE automatic transmission

B (LOCK):This is the only position from which you can
remove the key. This position locks your ignition,
steering wheel and transaxle.
Notice:If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you
can't turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if
so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering
wheel left and right while you turn the key hard.
Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool
to force it could break the key or the ignition switch.
If none of these works, then your vehicle needs
service.
C (OFF):This position unlocks the ignition, steering
wheel and transaxle but, does not send power to
any accessories. Use this position if your vehicle must
be pushed or towed, but never try to push-start your
vehicle.
D (RUN):This is the position to which the switch
returns after you start your engine and release the
ignition key. This is the position for driving. Even when
the engine is not running, you can use RUN to
operate your electrical accessories and to display some
instrument panel warning lights.
E (START):This position starts the engine. When the
engine starts, release the ignition key. The switch
will return to RUN for normal driving.If the engine is not running, ACCESSORY and RUN are
positions that allow you to operate your electrical
accessories, such as the radio.Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
With RAP, the power windows, power rear quarter
windows, audio system and the automatic level control
will continue to work up to 10 minutes after the
ignition key is turned to OFF and none of the doors are
opened.
Starting Your Engine
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine won't start in any other position ± that's a
safety feature. To restart when you're already moving,
use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Notice:Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle
moving could damage the transmission. Shift
to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your
ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let
go of the key. The idle speed will go down as
your engine warms up.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identi®ed below by name, part
number or speci®cation may be obtained from your
dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certi®ed for
Gasoline Engines starburst symbol
of the proper viscosity. To determine
the preferred viscosity for your
vehicle's engine, see
Engine Oil on
page 5-13.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only
DEX-COOL
žCoolant. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-23.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake ¯uid.
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen
žWasher Solvent or
equivalent.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part
No. U.S. 1052884, in Canada
993294, or equivalent).
Automatic
TransaxleDEXRON
ž-III Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474, or equivalent).
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant (GM Part No.
U.S. 12377985, in Canada
88901242, or equivalent) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Carrier
Assembly Ð
Differential
(Rear Drive
Module) and
Transfer Case
(Power Transfer
Unit)VERSATRAKŸ Fluid (GM Part No.
U.S. 12378514, in Canada
88901045).
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Tachometer....................................................3-39
Taillamps.......................................................5-56
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps....5-56
TCS Warning Light..........................................3-43
Theft-Deterrent, Radio....................................3-103
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-27
Content Theft-Deterrent................................2-27
PASS-Key
žIII Operation..............................2-29
PASS-KeyžIII .............................................2-29
Throttle System Inspection...............................6-16
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-7
Tire In¯ation Check.........................................6-10
Tires.............................................................5-60
Buying New Tires........................................5-64
Chains.......................................................5-67
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-71
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-86
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-70
In¯ation -- Tire Pressure...............................5-61
Inspection and Rotation................................5-62
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-65
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-66
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-66
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-63
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater....................2-34
Top Strap Anchor Location...............................1-67
Top Strap......................................................1-66
Torque Lock...................................................2-41Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires..................4-38
Towing..........................................................4-32
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-32
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-36
Your Vehicle...............................................4-32
Traction.........................................................3-51
Active Message...........................................3-51
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-8
Control System Warning Light.......................3-43
Service Traction System Warning Message.....3-50
Trailer Brakes.................................................4-39
Trailer Wiring Harness.....................................4-43
Transaxle Operation, Automatic.........................2-34
Transaxle.......................................................5-20
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-20
Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit)..................5-50
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit
Repair Manual............................................7-10
Transportation Options...................................... 7-8
Trip Computer................................................3-60
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer..................4-41
U
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)...............3-22
Underbody Flushing Service.............................6-14
Underhood Fuse Block...................................5-100
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