2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE Owners Manual

6. Tighten both straps on the bag by pulling on the
free end of the straps.7. Close both top and bottom lever locks at the center
of the bag to secure tightly.
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Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
To reinstall a cargo panel do the following.
1. Remove the cargo panel(s) from the storage bag.
You can either leave the bag attached to the side
of the cargo area while it is not in use, or you
can store it outside of the vehicle.
2. Starting with cargo panel 1, place the latches in the
unlocked position. Place cargo panel 1 on the cargo
area rails while holding the back of the cargo
panel up.Push the panel forward until it is snug against the
midgate and then let the back of the panel down
being sure that the pegs align with the receivers.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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3. Push both left latches away from you to lock the
latches. Remember that there are two latches on
each side for panel 1. You should hear a click when
each latch locks. Lock the remaining two right
latches on panel 1.
For any cargo cover panel you must lock the left
latch in place before you can lock the right latch.
If you do not follow this exactly, the cargo cover
panels may not lock in place correctly.4. Install cargo cover 2 next. Place the latches in the
unlocked position. Place the cargo cover panel on
the cargo area rails while holding the back of
the cargo panel up.
Push the panel forward until it is snug against the
other panel and then let the back of the panel down
being sure that the pegs align with the receivers.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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5. Push the latches away from you, starting with the
left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should
hear a click when each latch locks correctly.
6. Install cargo cover 3 next. Place the latches in the
unlocked position. Place the cargo cover panel on
the cargo area rails while holding the back of
the cargo panel up.Push the panel forward until it is snug against the
other panel and then let the back of the panel down
being sure that the pegs align with the receivers.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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7. Push the latches away from you, starting with the
left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should
hear a click when each latch locks.
Cargo Tie Downs
Cargo tie downs are located in the rear cargo area that
can be used to secure cargo.
The tie downs can also used to secure the cargo cover
panel storage bag or the tonneau cover storage bag,
if equipped. For more information see “Cargo Cover
Panels” earlier in this section andTonneau Cover
on page 2-75.
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All-Weather Cargo Area
Your vehicle can be driven with the cargo panels on or
off, the midgate up or down, or with the rear glass in or
out. The vehicle has features to help resist the elements
and protect cargo inside the cargo area. Parts of the
water management system, which is designed to quickly
direct water out of the cargo box, include the top drain
grates, side rail channels, catch cups, midgate drain,
cargo area oor drains and the rubber cargo mat.
Even when the water management system is working
properly and the vehicle’s cargo cover system is
on, water could still accumulate in areas of the vehicle
during heavy rains and after going through an
automated car wash.The areas where water could collect are:
A. Top drain grates
B. Removable front
drain grate (Midgate
drain gate)
C. Side rail channels
and catch cups
D. Front drainsE. Water drainage area
around both sides of
the box and the
tailgate side
F. Rear drains
G. Cargo oor
H. Cargo mat
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Maintenance and Cleaning
To ensure that the water management system performs
properly, be sure that the midgate, tailgate, and cover
system are fully closed and that each part of the
water management system is clean and not blocked
with debris. Follow the instruction given next in
this section for the proper procedures on cleaning each
part of the water management system.
Top Drain Grates – Removal and
Cleaning
The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on
both sides of the vehicle. You may need to clean the
grates and drains if there seems to be a blockage.
To remove each drain grate, do the following:
1. Remove the cargo panels or tonneau cover. See
Cargo Cover Panels on page 2-59orTonneau
Cover on page 2-75for more information.
2. Grasp the edges of the grate and pull it out from
the vehicle. Flush the drain with clean water.
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To replace the drain grate do the following:
1. Line up the clips on the vehicle with the slots in the
grate.
2. When you are sure that the clips are aligned with
the slots, push the grate down rmly.
The grate should clip into place. Do not force the grate
if it will not clip into place; realign the clips with the
holes and try again.Side Rail Channels
The side rail channels are located on top of both sides
of the cargo area. Flush them out with clean water
debris collects inside of them.
When loading cargo into the cargo area, be careful
not to damage the rails.
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