2005 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO trip computer

Seats and Restraint Systems........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-8
Safety Belts
.............................................. 1-9
Child Restraints
.......................................1-27
Airbag System
.........................................1-46
Restraint System Check
............................1-55
Features and Controls..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-8
Windows
.................................................2-12
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................2-13
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........2-16
Mirrors
....................................................2-28
OnStar
®System
......................................2-30
HomeLink®Wireless Control System
...........2-32
Storage Areas
.........................................2-36
Sunroof
..................................................2-37
Vehicle Personalization
.............................2-38
Instrument Panel............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
......................................3-22
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........3-27
Message Center
.......................................3-42Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................3-51
Trip Computer
.........................................3-53
Audio System(s)
.......................................3-54
Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
...................................................4-36
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............5-10
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................5-54
Bulb Replacement
....................................5-54
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........5-58
Tires
......................................................5-59
Appearance Care
.....................................5-88
Vehicle Identication
.................................5-96
Electrical System
......................................5-97
Capacities and Specications
...................5-103
Maintenance Schedule..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
...........................7-10
Index................................................................ 1
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner ManualM

Message Center.............................................3-42
Service Traction System Warning Message......3-43
Traction Active Message................................3-43
Battery Warning Message..............................3-44
Hot Coolant Temperature Warning Message.....3-44
Low Oil Pressure Message............................3-45
Low Engine Oil Level Message.......................3-45
Change Engine Oil Message..........................3-46
Low Tire Message........................................3-46
Door Ajar Warning Message...........................3-47
Trunk Ajar Warning Message.........................3-47
Security Message.........................................3-48
Low Washer Fluid Warning Message...............3-48
Low Fuel Warning Message...........................3-49
Low Brake Fluid Warning Message.................3-49
Service Vehicle Soon Message.......................3-50
Highbeam Out Warning Message....................3-50Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-51
Trip Computer................................................3-53
Audio System(s).............................................3-54
Setting the Time...........................................3-54
Radio with Cassette......................................3-55
Radio with CD..............................................3-66
Radio with Cassette and CD..........................3-76
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-88
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.......................3-89
Radio Reception...........................................3-90
Care of the Cassette Tape Player...................3-90
Care of Your CDs.........................................3-91
Care of the CD Player...................................3-91
Backglass Antenna.......................................3-92
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System.............3-93
Vehicle Customization Settings.......................3-93
Chime Level Adjustment................................3-93
Section 3 Instrument Panel
3-2

Driver Information Center (DIC)
If your vehicle is equipped with the DIC, it will show
information about the vehicle and the surroundings. It is
located in the headliner between the sun visors.
RESET:You can reset the AVG ECON, FUEL USED
or AVG SPEED trip computer modes by pressing
and holding this button for three seconds while you are
in the mode you wish to reset. A chime will sound to
conrm that your requested change has been made and
all the segments of the display will briey light up.To change the display to a metric or English reading,
press the RESET and MODE buttons at the same time.
Hold them down for three seconds and the display
will change. A chime will be heard to conrm the new
selection.
The reset button can also be used to manually calibrate
the compass. See “Manual Compass Calibration”
later in this section.
The reset button can be used to set the compass zone
variation. See “Compass Variance” later in this section.
MODE:Press this button to cycle through three modes
of operation: Off, Compass/Temperature and Trip
Computer mode.
Off:No driver information is displayed in this mode
of operation.
Compass/Temperature Mode:One of eight
compass readings and the outside temperature are
displayed. If the temperature is below 38°F (3°C), the
word ICE is displayed for two minutes.
Trip Computer:Pressing the MODE button cycles
through the ve displays. Press the MODE button
after the last Trip Computer display to return the DIC
to the OFF mode. Optional Sunroof Version Shown
3-51

Manual Compass Calibration
If the compass appears erratic and the calibration
symbol does not appear, you must manually put the
compass into the calibration mode.
Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the
Compass/Temperature mode. Press the RESET button
for at least 10 seconds until the calibration symbol
appears and all segments of the compass display are
illuminated. A chime will sound to conrm that the
calibration mode is active. Release the button and
complete two or three 360° turns in an area free from
large metal objects. The calibration symbol will turn
off and the compass reading will be displayed. A chime
will sound to verify that the calibration is complete.
Error Displays

An error of the speed sensor or fuel sender will
cause -E- to be displayed.
In the absence of vehicle communications,
adash--isdisplayed.
If one of these error messages appear, see your
GM dealer.
Trip Computer
There are ve trip computer displays which may be
stepped through by pushing the MODE button.
The information will appear in the following order:
AVG ECON (Average Fuel Economy):This shows the
average fuel economy since the last reset.
INST ECON (Instantaneous Fuel Economy):This
shows fuel economy for the most recent second
of driving.
RANGE (Trip Range):This shows the estimated
distance that can be traveled with the remaining fuel.
The fuel economy used to calculate range is based
on the last few hours of driving. When in a low
fuel condition, LO is displayed.
FUEL USED (Trip Fuel Used):This shows the
accumulated fuel used since the last reset.
AVG SPEED (Average Speed):This shows the
average speed since the last reset.
Resetting the Trip Computer
Press and hold the RESET button for at least three
seconds. The reset is acknowledged with all segments
of the display lit briey and a chime. A reset can
only be done in AVG ECON, FUEL USED and AVG
SPEED displays. Each setting must be reset individually.
3-53

Traction
Active Message...........................................3-43
Control System (TCS).................................... 4-9
Control System Warning Light.......................3-35
Service Traction System Warning Message.....3-43
Transaxle
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-26
Transaxle Operation, Automatic.........................2-20
Trip Computer................................................3-53
Trip Odometer................................................3-31
Trunk............................................................2-10
Trunk Ajar Warning Message............................3-47
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
U
Understanding Radio Reception........................3-90
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-71
V
Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-5
Customization Settings.................................3-93
Damage Warnings........................................... ivVehicle (cont.)
Loading......................................................4-31
Service Soon Message.................................3-50
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders.................................................... 7-9
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).............................................5-96
Service Parts Identication Label...................5-96
Vehicle Personalization....................................2-38
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-25
Visors...........................................................2-13
Voltmeter Gage..............................................3-33
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-27
Warnings
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. iv
Washer Fluid Low Warning Message.................3-48
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-72
Replacement...............................................5-72
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-36
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