2005 CHEVROLET AVEO lights

Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how
fast you are going, how much fuel you are using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically.
Your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the
following pages.
United States shown, Canada similar
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Secondary Information Center (SIC)
The secondary information center (SIC) displays some of the warning lights and indicators. The SIC is located in
the center of the instrument panel, above the center air outlets. The digital clock is also located in the center of
the SIC. SeeClock on page 3-26andInstrument Panel Overview on page 3-4for more information.
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You can be temporarily blinded by approaching
headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even
several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark.
When you are faced with severe glare, as from a
driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle
with misaimed headlamps, slow down a little. Avoid
staring directly into the approaching headlamps.
Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle
clean — inside and out. Glare at night is made much
worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass
can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes
lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would,
making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly.
Remember that your headlamps light up far less
of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep
your eyes moving; that way, it is easier to pick out
dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlamps should
be checked regularly for proper aim, so should your
eyes be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from
night blindness — the inability to see in dim light — and
are not even aware of it.Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a
wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as well
because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as
on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread
left, you will get even less traction. It is always wise
to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while
you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when
your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement.
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How to Check and Add Fluid
To check the fluid level, look on the side of the reservoir.
If the fluid reaches the MAX (A) mark on the reservoir,
the fluid level is correct. The reservoir is located
near the back of the engine compartment on the driver’s
side of the vehicle. SeeEngine Compartment Overview
on page 5-12for more information on location.
Engine Coolant
The following explains your cooling system and how
to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem
with engine overheating, seeEngine Overheating
on page 5-24.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and proper
coolant will:
•Give freezing protection down to−22°F (−30°C).
•Give boiling protection up to 268°F (131°C).
•Protect against rust and corrosion.
•Help keep the proper engine temperature.
•Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
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Transaxle Operation, Automatic.........................2-21
Transaxle Operation, Manual............................2-25
Trip Odometer................................................3-21
Trunk.............................................................. 2-9
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-6
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Understanding Radio Reception........................3-45
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-56
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Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-5
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Loading......................................................4-28
Parking Your...............................................2-29
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders.................................................... 7-9
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).............................................5-76
Service Parts Identification Label...................5-76
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-17
Visors...........................................................2-13
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-19
Warnings
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-5
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-5
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-58
Replacement...............................................5-58
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-36
Windows.......................................................2-12
Manual......................................................2-13
Power........................................................2-13
Windshield
Wiper Blades, Cleaning................................5-73
Windshield Washer........................................... 3-9
Fluid..........................................................5-31
Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement......................................5-46
Fuses........................................................5-77
Windshield Wipers......................................... 3-8
Winter Driving................................................4-23
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Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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