2008 CHEVROLET EXPRESS ECU

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and
Tools
{WARNING:
Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the
passenger compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these
in the proper place.
1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle
with the valve stem pointed down.2. Pull the retaining bar through the center of the
wheel, making sure it is properly attached.
3. Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehicle,
keeping the cable tight.
4. Put the chisel end of the hoist extension on an
angle through the hole in the rear door frame,
above the bumper.
5. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the
vehicle. Continue turning the wheel wrench until
the tire is secure and the cable is tight. The spare
tire hoist cannot be overtightened.
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6. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A),
and then try to turn (B) the tire. If the tire moves,
use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable.
You will hear two clicks when the tire is up all
the way.
7. Return the jacking equipment to the proper location.
Secure the items and replace the jack cover.
Spare Tire
This vehicle, when new, may have had a fully-inflated
spare tire. A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its
inflation pressure regularly. SeeInation - Tire Pressure
on page 6-68andLoading the Vehicle on page 5-19for
information regarding proper tire inflation and loading the
vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install or store
a spare tire, seeRemoving the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire on page 6-90andStoring a Flat or Spare Tire
and Tools on page 6-100.
After installing the spare tire on the vehicle, you should
stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is
correctly inflated. The spare tire is made to perform well
at speeds up to 70 mph (112 km/h) at the recommended
inflation pressure, so you can finish your trip.
Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced
as soon as you can and installed back onto the vehicle.
This way, a spare tire will be available in case you need
it again. Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes,
because they will not fit. Keep the spare tire and its
wheel together.
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Services Provided
•Emergency Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station.
•Lock-Out Service:Service is provided to unlock the
vehicle if you are locked out. A remote unlock may be
available if you have OnStar
®. For security reasons,
the driver must present identification before this
service is given.
•Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway:
Tow to the nearest Chevrolet dealer for warranty
service, or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot
be driven. Assistance is also given when the vehicle
is stuck in the sand, mud, or snow.
•Flat Tire Change:Service is provided to change a
flat tire with the spare tire. The spare tire, if equipped,
must be in good condition and properly inflated.
It is the owner’s responsibility for the repair or
replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the
warranty.
•Battery Jump Start:Service is provided to jump
start a dead battery.
Services Not Included in Roadside
Assistance
•Impound towing caused by violation of any laws.
•Legal fines.
•Mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices.
•Towing or services for vehicles driven on a
non-public road or highway.
Services Specic to Canadian
Purchased Vehicles
•Fuel delivery:Reimbursement is approximately $5
Canadian. Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted.
Propane and other fuels are not provided through
this service.
•Lock-Out Service:Vehicle registration is required.
•Trip Routing Service:Detailed maps of North
America are provided when requested either
with the most direct route or the most scenic route.
There is a limit of six requests per year. Additional
travel information is also available. Allow three
weeks for delivery.
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Navigation System
If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the system
may result in the storage of destinations, addresses,
telephone numbers, and other trip information. Refer to
the navigation system operating manual for information
on stored data and for deletion instructions.
Radio Frequency
Identication (RFID)
RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions
such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system
security, as well as in connection with conveniences
such as key fobs for remote door locking/unlocking
and starting, and in-vehicle transmitters for garage
door openers. RFID technology in GM vehicles does
not use or record personal information or link with any
other GM system containing personal information.
Radio Frequency Statement
This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio
frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with
RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. The device may not cause interference.
2. The device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes or modifications to any of these systems by
other than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
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Child Restraints
Infants and Young Children...........................2-33
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..........2-42
Older Children.............................................2-30
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat
Position..................................................2-49
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position...........................2-52, 2-56
Systems.....................................................2-37
Where to Put the Restraint...........................2-40
Cigarette Lighter.............................................4-15
Circuit Breakers............................................6-110
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels......................................6-107
Exterior Lamps/Lenses................................6-105
Fabric/Carpet............................................6-103
Finish Care...............................................6-106
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic
Surfaces...............................................6-104
Interior.....................................................6-102
Tires........................................................6-107
Underbody Maintenance.............................6-108
Washing Your Vehicle.................................6-105
Weatherstrips............................................6-105
Windshield and Wiper Blades......................6-106
Climate Control System...................................4-15
Outlet Adjustment........................................4-17
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System......4-18
Rear Heating System...................................4-18
Climate Controls.............................................1-13Clock, Setting.................................................4-60
Collision Damage Repair..................................8-13
Compass.......................................................4-42
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 5-3
Coolant
Engine.......................................................6-29
Engine Temperature Gage............................4-29
Cooling System..............................................6-28
Courtesy Transportation Program......................8-11
Cruise Control.................................................. 4-6
Light..........................................................4-35
Customer Assistance......................................... 8-6
Offices......................................................... 8-6
Text Telephone (TTY) Users........................... 8-6
Customer Information
Service Publications Ordering Information........8-17
Customer Satisfaction Procedure........................ 8-2
D
Damage Repair, Collision.................................8-13
Data Recorders, Event....................................8-18
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).........................4-10
Defensive Driving............................................. 5-2
Delayed Locking.............................................3-10
DIC Compass.................................................4-42
Disc, MP3......................................................4-72
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 6-4
Dome Lamp Override......................................4-12
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Dome Lamps .................................................4-12
Door
60/40 Swing-Out Side Door...........................3-13
Automatic Door Lock....................................3-11
Automatic Door Unlock.................................3-11
Cargo Door Relocking..................................3-10
Delayed Locking..........................................3-10
Locks.......................................................... 3-9
Power Locks...............................................3-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............3-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................3-11
Rear Doors.................................................3-15
Sliding Side Door........................................3-12
Drive Systems
All-Wheel Drive...........................................6-49
Driver Information Center (DIC).........................4-36
DIC Operation and Displays..........................4-37
DIC Vehicle Customization............................4-52
DIC Warnings and Messages........................4-44
Driving
At Night.....................................................5-12
Before a Long Trip......................................5-14
Defensive..................................................... 5-2
Drunk.......................................................... 5-2
Highway Hypnosis.......................................5-14
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................5-15
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................5-13
Loss of Control...........................................5-10Driving (cont.)
Off-Road Recovery......................................5-10
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.................5-19
Winter........................................................5-16
Driving for Better Fuel Economy.......................1-18
Dual Tire Operation.........................................6-70
E
E85 Fuel......................................................... 6-8
EDR .............................................................8-18
Electrical Equipment, Add-On..........................6-109
Electrical System
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.................6-112
Floor Console Fuse Block...........................6-111
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................6-110
Headlamp Wiring.......................................6-110
Windshield Wiper Fuses.............................6-110
Electronic Immobilizer
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................3-20
Electronic Immobilizer Operation
PASS-Key
®III+...........................................3-20
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................6-20
Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp...........4-30
Compartment Overview................................6-14
Coolant......................................................6-29
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J
Jump Starting.................................................6-44
K
Keyless Entry
Remote (RKE) System................................... 3-4
Keyless Entry System....................................... 3-4
Keys............................................................... 3-3
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................6-61
Lamps
Daytime Running (DRL)................................4-10
Dome ........................................................4-12
Dome Lamp Override...................................4-12
License Plate..............................................6-58
Malfunction Indicator....................................4-30
Reading.....................................................4-13
Taillamps....................................................6-56
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................2-23
LATCH System for Child Restraints...................2-42
Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................4-13Lights
Airbag Off..................................................4-24
Airbag Readiness........................................4-23
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning............4-28
Brake System Warning.................................4-27
Charging System.........................................4-26
Cruise Control.............................................4-35
Exterior Lamps............................................. 4-9
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 4-5
Highbeam On.............................................4-35
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 4-5
Oil Pressure...............................................4-34
On Reminder..............................................4-10
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................4-25
Safety Belt Reminders..................................4-22
Security.....................................................4-34
StabiliTrak
®Indicator....................................4-29
Tire Pressure..............................................4-30
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................4-35
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................5-19
Locking Rear Axle............................................ 5-8
Locks
Automatic Door Lock....................................3-11
Automatic Door Unlock.................................3-11
Cargo Door Relocking..................................3-10
Delayed Locking..........................................3-10
Door ........................................................... 3-9
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Locks (cont.)
Lockout Protection.......................................3-12
Power Door ................................................3-10
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............3-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................3-11
Loss of Control...............................................5-10
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children.............2-42
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Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Record....................................7-16
Maintenance Replacement Parts....................7-14
Owner Checks and Services.........................7-10
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............7-12
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 7-3
Malfunction Indicator Lamp...............................4-30
Manual Seats................................................... 2-2
Manual Windows............................................3-16
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................4-44
Mirrors
Manual Rearview.........................................3-42
Outside Convex Mirror.................................3-43
Outside Heated Mirrors................................3-44Mirrors (cont.)
Outside Manual Mirrors................................3-42
Outside Power Mirrors..................................3-43
Outside Towing Mirrors.................................3-42
MP3 .............................................................4-72
N
Navigation System, Privacy..............................8-20
New Vehicle Break-In......................................3-22
Noise Control System, Tampering......................6-51
O
Odometer......................................................4-22
Trip ...........................................................4-22
Off-Road
Recovery....................................................5-10
Oil
Engine.......................................................6-15
Engine Oil Life System.................................6-18
Pressure Gage............................................4-33
Pressure Light.............................................4-34
Older Children, Restraints................................2-30
Online Owner Center........................................ 8-5
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