2005 CHEVROLET CLASSIC instrument cluster

Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-8
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-8
Windshield Washer.........................................3-9
Windshield Wiper Lever...................................3-9
Cruise Control..............................................3-10
Headlamps..................................................3-13
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-14
Headlamps Off in PARK (P)...........................3-14
Delayed Headlamps......................................3-14
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-14
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-15
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-16
Dome Lamp.................................................3-16
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................3-16
Trunk Lamp.................................................3-16
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-16
Accessory Power Outlets...............................3-17
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter........................3-18Climate Controls............................................3-18
Climate Control System.................................3-18
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-21
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-22
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-23
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-24
Trip Odometer..............................................3-24
Tachometer.................................................3-25
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-25
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-26
Charging System Light..................................3-27
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-27
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-28
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-29
Low Coolant Warning Light............................3-29
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-30
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-32
Passlock
®Warning Light................................3-33
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-34
Low Washer Fluid Warning Light.....................3-34
Door Ajar Light.............................................3-34
Service Vehicle Soon Light............................3-34
Fuel Gage...................................................3-35
Section 3 Instrument Panel
3-1

The main components of your instrument panel are the
following:
A. Side Window Defogger Vents. See “Defogging and
Defrosting” inClimate Control System on
page 3-18.
B. Vent Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-21.
C. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel. See
Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-16.
D. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
E. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeCruise Control on
page 3-10.
F. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-23.
G. Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever. SeeWindshield
Wiper Lever on page 3-9.
H. Ignition Switch. SeeIgnition Positions on page 2-16.
I. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-6.
J. Instrument Panel Fuse Blocks. SeeFuses and
Circuit Breakers on page 5-80.K. Instrument Panel Cupholder. SeeCupholder(s) on
page 2-28.
L. Remote Trunk Release Button. See “Remote Trunk
Release” inTrunk on page 2-11.
M. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on page 5-10.
N. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 3-6.
O. Parking Brake. SeeParking Brake on page 2-22.
P. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-6.
Q. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-36.
R. Cigarette Lighter. SeeAshtrays and Cigarette
Lighter on page 3-18.
S. Ashtray. SeeAshtrays and Cigarette Lighter on
page 3-18.
T. Accessory Power Outlet. SeeAccessory Power
Outlets on page 3-17.
U. Climate Control System. SeeClimate Control
System on page 3-18.
3-5

Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and
two downward (for left) positions. These positions
allow you to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
When the turn is finished, the lever will return
automatically.
An arrow on the instrument
panel cluster will flash in
the direction of the
turn or lane change.
To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever
until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you
complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself
when you release it.
A warning chime signal will come on if you have left
your turn signal on for more than 3/4 mile (1 km).
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows
flash rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and
other drivers won’t see your turn signal.If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal
a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and then check the
fuse. SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-80.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam,
push the turn signal/multifunction lever away from you.
When the high beams
are on, a light on the
instrument panel cluster
also will be on if the
ignition is in ON.
To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam,
pull the turn signal lever toward you.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to
signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
To use it, pull the turn signal/multifunction lever toward
you until the high-beam headlamps come on, then
release the lever to turn them off.
3-8

When the DRL system is on, the taillamps, sidemarker
lamps, parking lamps and instrument panel lights
will not be illuminated unless you have turned the
exterior lamps control to the parking lamp or headlamp
position.
The DRL system will remain off any time your vehicle is
in PARK (P) or the parking brake is engaged and the
vehicle speed is less than 8 mph (13 km/h), for
United States vehicles only.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.
Automatic Headlamp System
When it is dark enough outside, your Automatic
Headlamp System will turn on your headlamps at the
normal brightness along with other lamps such as
the taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the
instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim.
Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the
top of the instrument panel under the defroster grill, so
be sure it is not covered which will cause the system
to be on whenever the ignition is on.
The system may also be on when driving through a
parking garage, heavy overcast weather or a tunnel.
This is normal.There is a delay in the transition between the daytime
and nighttime operation of the DRL and the Automatic
Headlamp System so that driving under bridges or bright
overhead street lights does not affect the system. The
DRL and Automatic Headlamp System will only be
affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting
lasting longer than this delay.
If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automatic
headlamp system will come on immediately. Once
you leave the garage, it will take approximately
one minute for the automatic headlamp system to
change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay,
your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright
as usual. Make sure your instrument panel brightness
control is in the full bright position. See “Instrument
Panel Brightness Control” underInstrument Panel
Brightness on page 3-16.
To idle your vehicle with the system off, set the park
brake while the ignition is off. Then start the vehicle.
The system will stay off until you release the park brake.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamps when you need them.
3-15

Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how
fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically.
Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained
on the following pages.
3-23

Speedometer and Odometer
Your speedometer lets you see your speed in miles
per hour (mph).
Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been
driven in miles.
Your vehicle has a tamper resistant odometer. The
digital odometer will read 999,999 if someone tries to
turn it back.
Repair or replacement of you instrument panel cluster
should only be performed by an authorized GM dealer.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer can
tell you how far you
have driven since you
last reset it.
The reset button is located next to the trip odometer.
To reset the trip odometer to zero, press and hold
the reset button for one or two seconds. Also, by
pressing this button, you can toggle between the
odometer and the trip odometer.
3-24

Checking Coolant
The coolant surge tank is located in the engine
compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12
for more information on location.The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your
engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the
FULL COLD mark or slightly higher.
If the low coolant light on
the instrument panel
cluster comes on and stays
on, it means you are low
on engine coolant.
SeeLow Coolant Warning Light on page 3-29for more
information.
5-20

Driver’s Side
Your vehicle may not be equipped with all the fuses and
features listed.
Fuses Usage
A Wipers
BTrunk Release and Remote Keyless
Entry
C Turn Signals
D Power Mirrors
E Air Bag
F Body Function Control Module
G Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Fuses Usage
H Door Locks
JBody Function Control Module/
Instrument Panel Cluster
STOP LPS Stoplamps
HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps
IPC/
HVAC BATTInstrument Panel Cluster,
Climate Control
Relays Usage
MICRO RELAY
TRUNK RELRemote Trunk Release
MICRO
RELAY
DR UNLOCKDoor Locks
MICRO
RELAY
DR LOCKDoor Locks
MICRO
RELAY
DRIVERS
DR UNLOCKDoor Locks
Circuit
Breakers Usage
CIRCUIT BRKR
PWR SEATSPower Seats
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