2009 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE Owners Manual

5. Close both cross locks at the center of the strap
system to tightly secure.
Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded
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Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
The strap system can remain attached to the side of the
cargo area while it is not in use, or it can be stored
inside the top box storage compartment. SeeTop-Box
Storage on page 2-92for more information.
To reinstall a cargo panel:
1. Starting with cargo panel 1, place the latches in the
unlocked position. Place cargo panel 1 on the cargo
area rails while holding the back of the cargo
panel up.Place the cover on the cargo box within 4 inches of
the Midgate
®and lower the rear of the panel
within 2 to 3 inches from the top of the cargo box.
Push the cover forward making sure that the
guide block engages the retainer bracket opening.
Continue to push forward until the panel is fully
seated against the Midgate. Then lower the rear of
the cover to engage the striker pegs (A) to align
with the striker assembly (B).
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
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2. The driver side cargo cover panel latch must lock in
place before the passenger side latch can be locked.
If this procedure is not followed exactly, the cargo
cover panels might not correctly lock in place. Push
the driver side latch toward the front of the vehicle to
lock the cover in position. A click sounds when each
latch locks. Lock the remaining passenger side latch
on panel 1.
3. Install cargo cover 2 followed by 3 next. Place the
latches in the unlocked position. Place the cargo
cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the
back of the cargo panel up.Push the panel forward until it is snug against the
other panel and then let the back of the panel down
making sure that the pegs (A) align with the
receivers (B).
4. Push the latches toward the front of the vehicle,
starting with the driver side latch, to lock the
panel in place. A click sounds when each latch
locks correctly.Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
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Folding and Storage of Straps
Fold the straps for storing inside the top box storage
compartment:
1. Extend the six strap ends on a at surface.2. Fold the four primary strap ends toward the center
as shown.
3. Take the short strap and wrap it around the folded
webbing, forming a package.
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4. Take the storage strap and wrap it around the
package. Finally, attach the hooks to the webbing
and place the straps inside the top box storage
compartment.
Cargo Tie Downs
The vehicle has cargo tie downs, located in the rear
cargo area. These can be used to secure cargo.
The tie downs can also be used to secure the cargo
cover panel strap system, if the vehicle has one.
For more information see “Cargo Cover Panels” earlier
in this section.
All-Weather Cargo Area
The vehicle’s cargo area can be used in many different
congurations--cargo panels on or off, Midgate®up
or down, rear glass in or out. It has features that resist
the elements and protect cargo. It is designed to
quickly direct water out of the cargo box. The top drain
grates, side rail channels, catch cups, Midgate
®
drain, cargo area oor drains and the rubber cargo mat
help do this.
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Even when all of these things are working properly and
the cover system is on, there may be some instances
(heavy rains, automated car washes, etc.) when
water can collect the following areas:
A. Top drain grates
B. Removable front drain grate (Midgate
®drain gate)
C. Side rail channels and catch cups
D. Front drains
E. Water drainage area around both sides of the box
and the tailgate sideF. Rear drains
G. Cargo oor
H. Cargo mat
Maintenance and Cleaning
To ensure that the water management system performs
properly, be sure that the Midgate®, tailgate and cover
system are fully closed and that all parts are clean and
not blocked with debris. Follow the instructions given
next in this section for the proper procedures on cleaning
each item.
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Top Drain Grates – Removal and
Cleaning
The top drain grates are located near the rear window
on both sides of the vehicle. Clean the grates and drains
if there is a blockage.To remove each drain grate, do the following:
1. Remove the cargo panels. SeeCargo Cover Panels
on page 2-78for more information.
2. Grasp the edges of the grate and pull it out from
the vehicle. Flush the drain with clean water.
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To replace the drain grate:
1. Line up the clips on the vehicle with the slots in the
grate and rmly push the grate down.
Do not force the grate. If it does not clip into place,
realign the clips with the holes and try again.Side Rail Channels
The side rail channels are located on top of both sides
of the cargo area. Flush them out with clean water if
debris collects inside of them.
Carefully load cargo into the cargo area, so that the
rails do not get damaged.
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