2004 CHEVROLET AVEO center console

Hold Mode
If your vehicle’s transaxle has hold mode, you can
select this mode to drive with some characteristics of
a manual transaxle. With hold mode turned on, the
automatic transaxle will stay in a specific gear range.
Press the HOLD button on the shift lever console to turn
on hold mode. Press the button again to turn off hold
mode, and return to normal automatic transaxle
operation.While on, the HOLD indicator light on the secondary
information center will light up. SeeHold Mode Light on
page 3-28.
When hold mode is activated, the transaxle is fixed in
the gear selected.
Hold Mode Features
Winter Function
Select hold mode while in AUTOMATIC
OVERDRIVE (D4) to help the vehicle maintain
traction on slippery road surfaces, such as snow,
mud, or ice.
Manually Controlling Shift
Select hold mode to use your automatic transaxle like
a three-speed manual transaxle.
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Storage Areas
Your vehicle has shopping hooks on each front seatback
for your convenience.
Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle
upward. Close the glove box with a firm push.
Cupholder(s)
The cupholders are located in the center instrument
panel, below the climate control system. To use
the cupholder, push in on its outer edge. Then pull out
the cupholder. After use, push in the cupholder until
it latches.
There is also a cupholder located in the rear part of the
center console, behind the parking brake.
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The switches have three positions.
ON:The light comes on and stays on regardless of
whether a door is open or closed.
O(Door):The light comes on when a door is opened.
The light turns off when all the doors are shut.
OFF:The light remains off even when a door is opened.
Accessory Power Outlets
With the accessory power outlet, you can plug in
auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular
telephone or CB radio.
The accessory power outlet is located next to the
parking brake on the center console.
To use the outlet, remove the protective cap. When not
in use, always cover the outlet with the protective
cap. The accessory power outlet is operational when
the ignition is turned to ACC or ON.
Notice:Leaving electrical equipment on for
extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn
off electrical equipment when not in use and do
not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum
amperage rating.Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlet and could result
in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a
problem, see your dealer for additional information
on accessory power outlets.
Notice:Adding any electrical equipment to your
vehicle may damage it or keep other components
from working as they should. The repairs would not
be covered by your warranty. Check with your
dealer before adding electrical equipment.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow
the proper installation instructions included with
the equipment.
Notice:Improper use of the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by your warranty. Do not
hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket
from the plug because the power outlets are
designed for accessory power plugs only.
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