2007 CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 roof

Seats and Restraint Systems
....................... 7
Front Seats
.............................................. 9
Rear Seats
............................................. 16
Safety Belts
............................................ 18
Child Restraints
...................................... 38
Airbag System
........................................ 66
Restraint System Check
......................... 84
Features and Controls
................................ 87
Keys
....................................................... 89
Doors and Locks
.................................... 95
Windows
............................................... 100
Theft-Deterrent Systems
....................... 103
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
....... 105Mirrors
.................................................. 123
Storage Areas
...................................... 126
Sunroof
................................................ 131
Instrument Panel
....................................... 133
Instrument Panel Overview
................... 136
Climate Controls
................................... 155
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
.......................................... 161
Audio System(s)
................................... 178
Driving Your Vehicle
................................. 205
Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle
..................................... 206
Towing
................................................. 241
2007 Chevrolet Optra Owner ManualM
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Mirrors......................................................... 123
Manual Rearview Mirror............................. 123
Outside Manual Mirrors............................. 123
Outside Power Mirrors............................... 124
Outside Convex Mirror............................... 125
Outside Heated Mirrors............................. 125
Storage Areas............................................. 126
Glove Box................................................. 126
Cupholder(s).............................................. 126
Sunglasses Storage Compartment............. 127Front Storage Area.................................... 127
Front Armrest Storage Area....................... 128
Roof Rack (Wagon Only).......................... 128
Rear Seat Armrest.................................... 129
Convenience Net....................................... 129
Cargo Shade (Wagon Only)...................... 130
Hideaway Rear Storage Bins
(Wagon Only)........................................ 130
Sunroof....................................................... 131
Section 2 Features and Controls
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Front Armrest Storage Area
Your vehicle has a front armrest storage area.
To open the storage area, pull up on the lift lever
and raise the lid. To close the storage area,
lower the lid and push it down until it latches
securely.
Roof Rack (Wagon Only)
{CAUTION:
If you try to carry something on top of
your vehicle that is longer or wider than
the roof rack — like paneling, plywood,
a mattress and so forth — the wind can
catch it as you drive along.
CAUTION: (Continued)
CAUTION: (Continued)
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 roof rack on top of your vehicle.
The roof rack with side rails lets you to load things
on top of your vehicle. Do not put things on top
of your vehicle that are wider or longer than
the roof rack.
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Notice:Loading cargo on the roof rack that
weighs more than 220 lbs (100 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 236.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you are
driving, check now and then to make sure cargo is
still securely fastened.Rear Seat Armrest
Your vehicle may have a rear seat armrest that
contains two cupholders. To access the
cupholders, pull the armrest down from the rear
seatback.
Convenience Net
The convenience net can help keep small loads
from moving during sharp turns or quick starts and
stops.
Hang the four net hooks in the metal rings on
each corner of the floor.
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Sunroof
If the vehicle has this feature, the switch is located
between the map lamp buttons. The sunroof will
only operate when the ignition is turned to ON.
The sunroof can be opened to a vent position or it
can be express-opened all of the way.
The sunroof must be manually opened or closed.To open the sunroof to the vent position, push the
front part of the switch. To return the sunroof to
its original position, push the rear part of the switch
and hold it until the sunroof reaches the desired
position.
To fully open the sunroof, push the rear part of the
switch. The sunroof will open automatically until
the front or the rear part of the switch is pushed
again. To close the sunroof, push the front part of
the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed.
The sunroof will stop if the switch is released
during operation.
In both the vent and fully open positions, the air
flow can be adjusted for driving comfort by pushing
and holding the switch until the sunroof moves
to the desired position.
The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or
closed if the vehicle has an electrical failure.
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Fuses Usage
LTR Cigarette Lighter
CLSTR BTSICluster, Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock/Automatic Transaxle Shift
Lock (BTSI) Solenoid
RKE Remote Keyless Entry
BCK/UP Back-up
BLANK Not Used
TCM Transmission Control Module
BLANK Not Used
ENG FUSE
BOX DRLEngine Fuse Box, Daytime Running
Lamps
HAZRD LAMPS Hazard Lamps
A/C CLK Air Conditioning Switch, Clock
HVACHeating, Ventilation and Air
Conditioning
RKE Remote Keyless Entry
RADIO Radio
S/ROOF Sunroof
DLC Data Link Connector
SPARE SpareEngine Compartment Fuse Block
The engine compartment fuse block is located on
the driver’s side of the vehicle, near the battery.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 258
for more information on location. To access the
fuses, press in the top flap to release the cover.
To reinstall the cover, push the cover until it is
secure.
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Rearview Mirrors......................................... 123
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 12
Recreational Vehicle Towing........................ 242
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System............ 91
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System,
Operation................................................... 92
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire................................................ 329
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools............ 326
Replacement Bulbs..................................... 301
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government............................. 405
General Motors........................................ 406
United States Government....................... 405
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems................. 84
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash......................................... 85
Right Front Passenger Position,
Safety Belts............................................... 32
Roadside
Assistance Program................................. 394
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.............. 236
Roof Rack Provisions.................................. 128
Routing, Engine Drive Belt.......................... 354
Running the Engine While Parked............... 122S
Safety Belt
Pretensioners............................................. 37
Reminder Light........................................ 164
Reminder Tone........................................ 164
Safety Belts
Care of.................................................... 339
Center Rear Passenger Position................ 36
Driver Position........................................... 23
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly............ 23
Questions and Answers About
Safety Belts............................................ 22
Rear Seat Passengers............................... 33
Right Front Passenger Position.................. 32
Safety Belt Extender.................................. 37
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy............. 32
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.................... 18
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster.................... 31
Safety Warnings and Symbols......................... 4
Seats
Driver Seat Tilt Adjuster............................. 11
Head Restraints......................................... 15
Manual................................................. 9, 10
Manual Lumbar.......................................... 12
Rear Seat Operation.................................. 16
Reclining Seatbacks................................... 12
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Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position..................................... 59
Right Front Seat Position........................... 62
Selecting the Right Schedule,
Maintenance............................................ 359
Service........................................................ 248
Accessories and Modifications.................. 249
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle......................................... 251
California Proposition 65 Warning............. 249
Doing Your Own Work............................. 250
Engine Soon Light................................... 172
Publications Ordering Information............. 406
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle......... 82
Sheet Metal Damage................................... 342
Shifting Into Park (P)................................... 117
Shifting Out of Park (P)............................... 118
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance........ 361
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................ 31
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.................. 142
Spare Tire
Compact.................................................. 334
Installing.................................................. 329
Removing................................................ 326
Storing..................................................... 333Specifications, Capacities............................ 352
Speed Sensitive Power Steering (SSPS)
Warning Light........................................... 170
Speedometer............................................... 163
Starting Your Engine................................... 107
Steering...................................................... 214
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive
Axle Boot and Seal Inspection................. 380
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio................... 202
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel.......................... 141
Storage Areas............................................. 126
Convenience Net..................................... 129
Cupholder(s)............................................ 126
Front Armrest Storage Area...................... 128
Front Storage Area.................................. 127
Glove Box................................................ 126
Hideaway Rear Storage Bins................... 130
Rear Seat Armrest................................... 129
Roof Rack Provisions............................... 128
Sunglasses Storage Compartment............ 127
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow............... 235
Sun Visors.................................................. 102
Sunroof....................................................... 131
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