2005 CHEVROLET UPLANDER Owners Manual

Storage Areas
Your vehicle’s large carrying capacity can store many
items. If the vehicle has an extended wheelbase, it can
carry even larger items. The oor pins that are used
to attach the seats, can be used to secure larger loads.
There may be additional storage areas behind the
seats. Pull the lid towards you to open the storage.
Glove Box
If the glove box has a lock, put your key into the lock
and turn the key counterclockwise. To open the
glove box, pull the latch release.
The glove box door has a detent to prevent the door
from lowering too far. Open the glove box until the door
is partway open, then pull the door down if you need
it fully opened.
To close the glove box, the door must be pushed up
past the detent. To lock the glove box, put your key into
the lock and turn the key clockwise.
Cupholder(s)
There are cupholders located below the center
instrument panel switchbank. The cupholders have a
rubber liner that can be removed, so that larger cups can
t into the cupholders. You can also remove the liner
to clean it.
To use the cupholders, pull the tray out. Push the tray
back when not in use.
Overhead Console (With Rail)
If your vehicle is equipped with an overhead console, it
may contain the following:
Reading lamps. SeeFront Reading Lamps on
page 3-19orRear Reading Lamps on page 3-19.
Switchbank. SeeOverhead Console Switchbank on
page 3-20.
OnStar®System buttons. SeeOnStar®System on
page 2-44.
HomeLink®Transmitter buttons. SeeHomeLink®
Wireless Control System on page 2-46.
See your dealer to purchase additional items for the rail
system.
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Storage Bin
Your vehicle may have a storage bin located on the
overhead rail that you can use for storage.
1. Place the storage bin on to the rails in the desired
location.
2. Push rmly upward on the bin while supporting it
with one hand.
3. Push in on the latch and then rotate it 90 degrees.4. Firmly press down making sure the latch is at with
the ribs (A) on the storage bin.
5. Switch hands and repeat Steps 2 through 4 for the
latch on the opposite side of the storage bin.
6. Reverse these steps in order to remove the
storage bin.
The contents of the bin should never weigh more than
1.5 lbs (0.7 kg).
Always make sure to close and latch the bin before
driving.
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Overhead Console (Without Rail)
If your vehicle has an overhead console without the rail
system, it has two reading lights, a courtesy light,
and a switchbank. SeeOverhead Console Switchbank
on page 3-20for more information.
Floor Console Storage Area
If your vehicle has a storage compartment located on the
front console below the front cupholders. Pull up and then
forward on the handle to open the storage compartment.
Folding Tray
Your vehicle may be
equipped with folding
convenience trays located
between seats. To use
each tray lift up on
the handle located on its
front end, while pulling
up on the tray to lock it into
place. There are four
cupholders on each tray.
Second Row Center Console
If your vehicle has the second row center console, use
the following procedure to remove or install the
console.
Removing the Center Console
1. Locate the attachment lever in an opening on the
rear of the console
2. Pull the attachment lever upward to release the
attachment hook.
3. Lift the console up to remove it from the vehicle.
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Replacing the Center Console
{CAUTION:
A second row center console that is not locked
into place properly can move around in a
crash or sudden stop. People in the vehicle
could be injured. Be sure to lock the console
into place properly when installing it.
1. Position the second row center console above the
forward oor attachments between the second row
bucket seats.
For information on installing the seats, seeRear
Seat Operation on page 1-7.
2. Place the console’s front hooks onto the forward
oor attachments.
3. Locate the attachment lever at the rear of the
console and pull up.
4. Rock the rear attachment bracket onto the oor
attachment and release the lever.
5. Pull up on the console to ensure the rear
attachment hook is latched.
Luggage Carrier
{CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of your
vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage
carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress
and so forth — the wind can catch it as you
drive along. This can cause you to lose
control. What you are carrying could be
violently torn off, and this could cause you or
other drivers to have a collision, and of course
damage your vehicle. You may be able to carry
something like this inside. But, never carry
something longer or wider than the luggage
carrier on top of your vehicle.
If you have the luggage carrier, you can load things on
top of your vehicle. Crossrails are not standard on
this vehicle and must be purchased at your dealer.
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Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that
weighs more than 150 lbs (68 kg) or hangs over
the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your
vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats
as far forward as possible and against the side rails,
making sure to fasten it securely.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, seeLoading Your Vehicle on
page 4-33.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are driving,
check now and then to make sure the cargo is still
securely fastened.Convenience Net (With Rear
Convenience Center)
Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The
convenience net is designed to help keep small loads,
from falling out of the vehicle when the liftgate is
opened. Install the convenience net at the rear of your
vehicle, inside the liftgate.
To use the convenience net, do the following:
1. Attach the upper loops to the posts on both sides of
the liftgate opening. The label on the net should be
in the upper left corner.
2. Attach the lower loops to the tabs at the rear edge
of the rear convenience center.
When not in use, it is recommended that you take down
the convenience net to extend the life of the net and
to help retain its elasticity, and to keep the rear
exit clear.
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Convenience Net (Without Rear
Convenience Center)
Your vehicle may have a convenience net. The
convenience net is designed to help keep small loads,
like grocery bags, from falling over. Install the
convenience net at the rear of your vehicle, inside the
liftgate.
To use the convenience net, do the following:
1. Attach the upper loops to the posts on both sides of
the liftgate opening. The label on the net should be
in the upper left corner.
2. Attach the lower hooks to the metal rings on
the oor.
3. Once you have loaded items into the net, stretch
the higher side of the net up and over the top of
the load to hold it rmly in place.
The convenience net has a maximum capacity of
100 lbs (45 kg). It is not designed to hold larger, heavier
loads. Store such loads on the oor of your vehicle,
as far forward as you can.
When not in use, it is recommended that you take down
the convenience net to extend the life of the net and
to help retain its elasticity, and to keep the rear
exit clear.
Convenience Center
{CAUTION:
If any removable convenience item is not
secured properly, it can move around in a
collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle
could be injured. Be sure to secure any such
item properly.
Your vehicle may have a convenience center. It provides
extra storage space for the rear of the vehicle.
To open the convenience center, pull up on the door
latch located on the front of the cover. The convenience
center cover has two automatic prop rods to hold it
up and in place.
To close the convenience center cover, you must pull
one of the prop rod linkages toward you while holding
onto the door latch and lower the convenience
center cover to close it.
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Removing the Convenience Center
1. Make sure that all items are off the convenience
center and that it is empty.
2. Turn the hand knob, located at the rear of the
convenience center, counterclockwise until the
knob is loose.
3. Lift up on the hand knob, then grip and pull up on
the convenience center to remove it from the
vehicle.
Replacing the Convenience Center
1. Make sure the third row seat is properly installed in
the vehicle. SeeThird Row Seat on page 1-19for
more information. If the third row seat is not in
the vehicle with the convenience center, the
convenience center will not be locked into the
correct position in the vehicle.
2. Make sure that the convenience center is empty
and closed.
3. Lift the convenience center up and into the rear of
the vehicle.4. Slide the convenience center in and align it to the
rear seat.
5. Press down on the front of the convenience center
so the center is aligned on the sill mounting
bracket.
6. Turn the hand knob clockwise until it is tight.
7. Pull up on the convenience center to make sure it
is locked into place.
The cover of the convenience center can be left in its
upright position while the vehicle is moving.
The convenience center and the third row seat both
have a maximum weight capacity of 400 lbs (181.6 kg).
Notice:Overloading your vehicle may cause
damage. Repairs would not be covered by your
warranty. Do not overload your vehicle.
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✍NOTES
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