2005 CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 CD player

If playing a CD-R the sound quality may be reduced
due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality
of the music that has been recorded, and the way the
CD-R has been handled. There may be an increase
in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in
loading and ejecting. If these problems occur try a
known good CD.
Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught
in the CD player.
If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages”
later in this section.
All of the CD functions work the same while playing an
MP3, except for those listed here. See “Playing a
CD” earlier for more information.
5 DN (Down):Press this pushbutton to go to the
previous directory.6 UP:Press this pushbutton to go to the next directory.
TRACK (Previous/Next File):Turn this knob
one notch to go to the first track in the previous or to go
to the next folder. The player will continue moving
backward or forward through the CD with each turn of
the knob.
DIR (Directory):Press and release this button to
repeat the tracks in the current directory. DIR will appear
on the display.
Press and release this button twice to repeat the tracks
in all of the directories. ALL will appear on the display.
Press and release this button again to turn off
repeat play.
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CD Messages
CHECK CD:If this message appears on the display
and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the
following reasons:
•It is very hot. When the temperature returns to
normal, the CD should play.
•You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smoother, the CD should play.
•The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down.
•The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and
try again.
•The format of the CD may not be compatible. See
“MP3 Format” earlier in this section.
•There may have been a problem while burning
the CD.
•The label may be caught in the CD player.
If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason,
try a known good CD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be
corrected, contact your dealer. If the radio displays
an error message, write it down and provide it to your
dealer when reporting the problem.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
If your vehicle has this
feature, some audio
controls can be adjusted at
the steering wheel. They
include the following:
VOL
wx(Volume):Press the up or the down arrow
to increase or to decrease the volume.
MODE:Press this button to select FM1, FM2, AM,
radio, or CD.
SEEK:Press and hold this button to go to the next
radio station and stay there.
Press this button to play stations that are programmed
on the radio preset pushbuttons.
The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal
that are in the selected band.
PWR (Power):Press this button to turn the radio on
and off.
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Radio Reception
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,
especially at night. The longer range, however, can
cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick
up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try
reducing the treble to reduce this noise.
FM
FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals
will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).
Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals,
causing the sound to come and go.
Care of Your CDs
Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct
sunlight and dust. If the surface of a CD is soiled,
dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent
solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the side without writing when
handling CDs. Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges
or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Care of Your CD Player
The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not
advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the
CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
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A
Accessory Power Outlets.................................3-18
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle.......................................................1-62
Additives, Fuel................................................. 5-6
Add-On Electrical Equipment............................5-75
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine.................................5-17
Air Conditioning..............................................3-21
Airbag
Passenger Status Indicator...........................3-30
Readiness Light..........................................3-29
Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)...... 7-9
Airbag System................................................1-48
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped
Vehicle...................................................1-62
How Does an Airbag Restrain?......................1-55
Passenger Sensing System...........................1-58
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..........1-62
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?......................1-55
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?....1-56
When Should an Airbag Inflate?....................1-53
Where Are the Airbags?...............................1-51
Antenna, Backglass.........................................3-54
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................... 4-6
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light..............3-33Appearance Care............................................5-66
Aluminum Wheels........................................5-71
Chemical Paint Spotting...............................5-73
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses....................5-70
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-67
Finish Care.................................................5-70
Finish Damage............................................5-72
Glass Surfaces............................................5-69
Instrument Panel.........................................5-69
Interior Plastic Components...........................5-69
Leather......................................................5-68
Sheet Metal Damage...................................5-72
Tires..........................................................5-72
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-73
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials................5-74
Vinyl..........................................................5-68
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-69
Weatherstrips..............................................5-69
Windshield and Wiper Blades........................5-71
Ashtrays........................................................3-19
Audio System(s).............................................3-42
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-52
Backglass Antenna......................................3-54
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-53
Care of Your CDs........................................3-53
Radio with CD....................................3-42, 3-46
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-53
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Automatic Transaxle
Fluid..........................................................5-19
Operation...................................................2-21
B
Backglass Antenna..........................................3-54
Battery..........................................................5-33
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-20
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-6
Emergencies................................................ 4-8
Parking......................................................2-27
System Inspection.......................................6-23
System Warning Light..................................3-32
Brakes..........................................................5-30
Braking........................................................... 4-5
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-18
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-38
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)........5-42
Fog Lamps.................................................5-40
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps.............5-39
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-38
Headlamp Aiming........................................5-37
Headlamps.................................................5-38Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-43
Sidemarker Lamps.......................................5-41
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps........................................5-42
Turn Signal Lamps......................................5-40
Buying New Tires...........................................5-54
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-5
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specifications............................5-82
Carbon Monoxide...........2-11, 2-13, 2-31, 4-23, 4-35
Care of
Your CD Player...........................................3-53
Your CDs ...................................................3-53
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-42
Center Rear Passenger Position, Safety Belts.....1-24
Chains, Tire...................................................5-57
Charging System Light....................................3-32
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-36
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-73
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Q
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-13
R
Radios..........................................................3-42
Care of Your CD Player...............................3-53
Care of Your CDs........................................3-53
Radio with CD....................................3-42, 3-46
Understanding Reception..............................3-53
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-10
Rear Seat Armrest..........................................2-37
Rear Seat Operation......................................... 1-7
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-21
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-33
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-33
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-4
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-61
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-60
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-43Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-11
General Motors...........................................7-11
United States Government............................7-10
Restraint System Check
Checking Your Restraint Systems...................1-63
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-63
Restraint Systems
Checking....................................................1-63
Replacing Parts...........................................1-63
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts......1-21
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-6
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-28
Roof Rack Provisions......................................2-37
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked.......2-32
S
Safety Belt
Pretensioners..............................................1-24
Reminder Light............................................3-29
Reminder Tone............................................3-29
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