2005 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE seat memory

Horizontal Control:This control adjusts the seat
cushion.
Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or
lowering the forward edge of the control. Raise or
lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the
rear edge of the control.
Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the
whole control toward the front or toward the rear of
the vehicle.
Lower or raise the entire seat cushion by moving the
whole control up or down.
Vertical Control:This control adjusts the seatback.
Move the reclining front seatback rearward or forward by
moving the control toward the rear or the front of the
vehicle. This adjusts the angle of the seatback.
For more information on the reclining seatbacks, see
Reclining Seatbacks on page 1-5.
Your vehicle may have a memory function which allows
seat settings to be saved and recalled. SeeMemory
Seat on page 2-82for more information.
Power Lumbar
If your vehicle has power
lumbar adjustment, you
can use it to increase
or decrease lumbar
support in the lower
seatback. The control is
located on the outboard
side of the seat cushion.
To increase support in the lower back area, press
and hold the front of the control. Let go of the
control when the lower seatback reaches the
desired level of support.
To decrease support in the lower back area, press
and hold the rear of the control. Let go of the
control when the lower seatback reaches the
desired level of support.
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HomeLink®Wireless Control System...............2-53
HomeLink®Wireless Control System
Operation.................................................2-54
Storage Areas................................................2-57
Glove Box...................................................2-57
Center Overhead Console..............................2-57
Front Armrest Storage Area...........................2-57
Center Console Storage Area.........................2-58
Luggage Carrier...........................................2-58Rear Storage Area........................................2-59
Cargo Cover Panels......................................2-59
All-Weather Cargo Area.................................2-70
Top-Box Storage..........................................2-74
Tonneau Cover............................................2-75
Sunroof.........................................................2-81
Vehicle Personalization...................................2-82
Memory Seat...............................................2-82
Section 2 Features and Controls
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2. If your engine still will not start, or starts but then
stops, it could be ooded with too much gasoline.
Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the
oor and holding it there as you hold the key in
START for about three seconds. When the engine
starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If the
vehicle starts briey but then stops again, do the
same thing, but this time keep the pedal down
for ve or six seconds. This clears the extra
gasoline from the engine.
Notice:Your engine is designed to work with the
electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could change the way the
engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment,
check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine
might not perform properly. Any resulting damage
would not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
If your vehicle has this feature, you can change the
position of the throttle and brake pedals. This feature is
designed for shorter drivers, since the pedals cannot
move farther away from the standard position, but can
move closer to you for better pedal reach. This feature
can be programmed to work with the memory function (if
equipped) on your vehicle. SeeMemory Seat on
page 2-82.
The vehicle must be in PARK (P) for this feature to
operate.
The buttons used to adjust
the pedals are located on
the driver’s side door panel.
Press the button closest to you to move the pedals
closer to you. Press the button farthest from you to move
the pedals away from you.
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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. SeeOutside
Power Mirrors on page 2-49.
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 to be adjusted, then press the dots,
located below the selector switch on the four-way control
pad, to adjust the direction of each mirror.The mirrors may also include a memory function which
works in conjunction with the memory seats. See
Memory Seat on page 2-82for more information.
Power Folding Mirrors
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. The mirror will adjust as it folds in and will
reposition itself once it is unfolded.
If the mirrors are accidentally folded/unfolded manually,
they may shake or utter at normal driving speeds
and may not stay in the unfolded position. If this
happens, the mirrors need to be reset. See “Resetting
the Power Folding Mirrors” next.
Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors
The power folding mirrors will need to be reset if:
They are accidently manually folded/unfolded.
The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position.
The mirrors shake and utter at normal driving
speeds.
To reset the power folding mirrors, fold and unfold them
at least three times using the mirror controls. This will
reset them to their normal detent position.
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If a hand, arm, or other object is blocking the sunroof
glass panel as it is closing, the glass panel will stop
at the obstruction. After the obstruction is removed, the
glass panel can be closed or opened.
Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periods
of time as debris may collect in the tracks.
If the battery has been recharged, disconnected or is
not working, you may need to reprogram the sunroof. To
do this, start the vehicle and press the forward side of
the sunroof button until the glass panel moves to a fully
closed position. Release, and press again to move to
the vent position, which occurs when the sunroof is fully
tilted upward and the button is held for an additional
twenty seconds. This will reset the memory and enable
the sunroof to function properly.Vehicle Personalization
Memory Seat
If your vehicle has this
feature, the controls for the
memory function are
located on the driver’s door.
These buttons are used to program and recall memory
settings for the driver’s seat, throttle and brake
pedals and both the driver’s and passenger’s outside
mirrors. The settings for these features can be saved for
up to two drivers.
To store the settings, do the following:
1. While the vehicle is in PARK (P), adjust the driver’s
seat, including the seatback recliner, lumbar, and
side wing area, throttle and brake pedals and
both of the outside mirrors to your preference.
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2. Press and hold the 1 or 2 button of the memory
control for three seconds. A double chime will
sound to let you know that the position has been
stored.
To repeat the procedure for a second driver, follow the
preceding steps, but press the other numbered
memory control button.
Each time button 1 or 2 is pressed and released while
the vehicle is in PARK (P), a single chime will sound and
the memory position will be recalled.
To stop recall movement of the memory seat feature at
any time, press one of the memory buttons or power
seat controls.
Easy Exit Seat
The controls for this memory function are located on the
driver’s door.
B(Easy Exit Seat):This button is used to program
and recall the desired driver’s seat position when
exiting/entering the vehicle. The seat position can be
saved for up to two drivers.To store the seat exit position, do the following:
1. Press and release the 1 or 2 button. The seat will
move to the stored memory position.
2. Adjust the seat to the desired exit position.
3. Press and hold the exit button of the memory
control for three seconds. A double chime will sound
to let you know that the position has been stored
for the selected button (1 or 2).
To repeat the procedure for a second driver, follow the
preceding steps, but press the other numbered
memory control button.
To use the seat exit position, do one of the following:
Press the exit button on the memory control.
Or, if this feature is activated in the Driver
Information Center (DIC), removing the key from
the ignition will move the seat to the exit position.
See “Easy Exit Seat” underDIC Vehicle Customization
on page 3-58for more information on activating this
feature in the DIC.
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Perimeter Lights
Press the customization button until PERIMETER
LIGHTS appears in the display. To select your
preference for perimeter lighting, press the select button
while PERIMETER LIGHTS is displayed on the DIC.
Pressing the select button will scroll through the
following choices:
PERIMETER LIGHTS: ON (default):The headlamps
and back-up lamps will come on for 40 seconds, if
it is dark enough outside, when you unlock the vehicle
with the remote keyless entry transmitter.
PERIMETER LIGHTS: OFF:The perimeter lights will
not come on when you unlock the vehicle with the
remote keyless entry transmitter.
Choose one of the available options and press the
customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to
select it and move on to the next feature.
Easy Exit Seat
Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT
appears in the display. To select your preference for
seat position exit, press the select button while
EASY EXIT SEAT is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the
select button will scroll through the following choices:
EASY EXIT SEAT: OFF (default):No seat exit
recall will occur.EASY EXIT SEAT: ON:The driver’s seat will move to
the exit position when the key is removed from the
ignition.
Choose one of the available options and press the
customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to
select it and move on to the next feature. For more
information on seat position exit, seeMemory Seat on
page 2-82.
Curb View
Press the customization button until CURB VIEW
appears in the display. To select your preference for
curb view, press the select button while CURB VIEW is
displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will
scroll through the following choices:
CURB VIEW: OFF (default):Neither outside mirror will
be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into
REVERSE (R).
CURB VIEW: PASSENGER:The passenger’s outside
mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted
into REVERSE (R).
CURB VIEW: DRIVER:The driver’s outside mirror will
be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into
REVERSE (R).
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Light (cont.)
Security.....................................................3-43
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................3-44
Traction Off................................................3-37
Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................3-18
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-47
Locking Rear Axle...........................................4-10
Lockout Protection..........................................2-11
Locks
Delayed Locking........................................... 2-9
Door........................................................... 2-8
Lockout Protection.......................................2-11
Power Door.................................................. 2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-10
Loss of Control...............................................4-16
Low Fuel Warning Light...................................3-45
Luggage Carrier..............................................2-58
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................. 1-3
M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month................................6-10
At Least Once a Year..................................6-10Maintenance Schedule (cont.)
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-16
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-15
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-9
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-13
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-40
Manual Passenger Seat.................................... 1-2
Memory Seat.................................................2-82
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-49
Midgate.........................................................2-11
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass
and Temperature Display...........................2-46
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar
®,
Compass and Temperature Display.............2-43
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb
View Assist.............................................2-51
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors........................2-48
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-50
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-50
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-49
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