In Brief........................................................... 1-1
Instrument Panel
........................................ 1-2
Initial Drive Information
............................... 1-4
Vehicle Features
......................................1-14
Performance and Maintenance
...................1-16
Seats and Restraint System............................. 2-1
Head Restraints
......................................... 2-2
Front Seats
............................................... 2-2
Rear Seats
............................................... 2-6
Safety Belts
.............................................2-10
Child Restraints
.......................................2-30
Airbag System
.........................................2-60
Restraint System Check
............................2-80
Features and Controls..................................... 3-1
Keys
........................................................ 3-3
Doors and Locks
....................................... 3-9
Windows
.................................................3-16
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................3-19
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........3-22
Mirrors
....................................................3-42
Storage Areas
.........................................3-44Instrument Panel............................................. 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 4-3
Climate Controls
......................................4-15
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........4-20
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................4-36
Audio System(s)
.......................................4-59
Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 5-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
....... 5-2
Towing
...................................................5-26
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 6-1
Service
..................................................... 6-3
Fuel
......................................................... 6-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............6-12
All-Wheel Drive
........................................6-49
Rear Axle
...............................................6-50
Front Axle
...............................................6-50
Noise Control System
...............................6-51
Bulb Replacement
....................................6-53
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........6-59
Tires
......................................................6-60
2010 Chevrolet Express Owner ManualM
B (ACC/ACCESSORY):This is the position in which
you can operate things like the radio and the windshield
wipers when the engine is off.
C (ON/RUN):This position can be used to operate the
electrical accessories and to display some instrument
panel cluster warning and indicator lights. The
switch stays in this position when the engine is running.
If you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or
ON/RUN position with the engine off, the battery could
be drained. You may not be able to start the vehicle
if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period
of time.
D (START):This is the position that starts the engine.
When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition
switch returns to ON/RUN for driving.
A warning tone will sound when the driver door is
opened, the ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or
LOCK/OFF and the key is in the ignition.Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off:
•Audio System
•Power Windows (if equipped)
These features will work when the ignition key is in
ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned
from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF, power to the radio will
continue to work 10 minutes or until the driver door is
opened. The power windows will continue to work for up
to 10 minutes or until any door is opened.
Starting the Engine
If the vehicle has the DURAMAX®Diesel engine, see
the DURAMAX®Diesel manual for more information.
To place the transmission in the proper gear:
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The
engine will not start in any other position. To restart the
engine when the vehicle is already moving, use
N (Neutral) only.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................4-3
Hazard Warning Flashers................................4-3
Horn .............................................................4-3
Tilt Wheel.....................................................4-3
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................4-4
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................4-4
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................4-5
Flash-to-Pass.................................................4-5
Windshield Wipers..........................................4-5
Windshield Washer.........................................4-6
Cruise Control................................................4-6
Exterior Lamps...............................................4-9
Headlamps on Reminder................................4-10
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................4-10
Automatic Headlamp System..........................4-11
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................4-11
Dome Lamps ...............................................4-12
Dome Lamp Override....................................4-12
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................4-13
Reading Lamps............................................4-13
Electric Power Management...........................4-13
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................4-14
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................4-14
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................4-15Climate Controls............................................4-15
Climate Control System.................................4-15
Outlet Adjustment.........................................4-17
Rear Heating System....................................4-18
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System.......4-18
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............4-20
Instrument Panel Cluster................................4-21
Speedometer and Odometer...........................4-22
Trip Odometer..............................................4-22
Safety Belt Reminders...................................4-22
Airbag Readiness Light
..................................4-23
Airbag Off Light............................................4-24
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................4-25
Charging System Light..................................4-26
Voltmeter Gage............................................4-27
Brake System Warning Light..........................4-27
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light.....4-28
StabiliTrak
®Indicator Light.............................4-29
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................4-29
Tire Pressure Light.......................................4-30
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................4-30
Oil Pressure Gage........................................4-33
Oil Pressure Light.........................................4-34
Section 4 Instrument Panel
4-1
;(Parking Lamps):Turns on the parking lamps
together with the following:
•Instrument Panel Lights
•Taillamps
•License Plate Lamps
2(Headlamps):Turns on the headlamps together
with the following lamps listed below.
•Parking Lamps
•Instrument Panel Lights
•Taillamps
•License Plate Lamps
If the headlamps are turned on while the vehicle is on,
the headlamps turn off automatically 10 minutes
after the ignition is turned off. If the headlamps are
turned on while the vehicle is off, the headlamps will
continue to stay on. To prevent the battery from
being drained, turn the control to the
9position.
A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened
while the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on.
To change the headlamps from low beam to high
beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever toward
the instrument panel.
Headlamps on Reminder
If a door is open, a reminder chime sounds when the
headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and
the key is out of the ignition. To turn off the chime,
turn the headlamp switch to off or auto and then back
on, or close and re-open the door. In the auto mode, the
headlamps turn off once the ignition is in LOCK/OFF
or may remain on until the headlamp delay ends,
if enabled in the Driver Information Center (DIC). See
“Exit Lighting” underDIC Vehicle Customization on
page 4-52.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for
others to see the front of your vehicle during the
day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required
on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
The DRL system comes on in daylight when the
following conditions are met:
•The ignition is on.
•The exterior lamps control is in the AUTO position.
•The shift lever is not in P (Park).
•The light sensor determines it is daytime.
When the DRL are on, the taillamps, sidemarker,
instrument panel and other lamps will not be on.
4-10
Air Delivery Mode Control:Turn clockwise or
counterclockwise to change the direction of the airflow
in the rear seating area.
To change the current mode, select one of the following:
H(Vent):Air is directed to the upper outlets, with
some directed to the floor outlets.
2(Floor):Air is directed to the floor outlets.
Be sure to keep the area under the front seats clear of
any objects so that the air inside of the vehicle can
circulate effectively.
For information on how to use the main climate control
system, seeClimate Control System on page 4-15.
For information on ventilation, seeOutlet Adjustment on
page 4-17.
Warning Lights, Gages, and
Indicators
Warning lights and gages can signal that something is
wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause
an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
the warning lights and gages could prevent injury.
Warning lights come on when there might be or there is
a problem with one of the vehicle’s functions. Some
warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started
to indicate they are working.
Gages can indicate when there might be or there is a
problem with one of the vehicle’s functions. Often gages
and warning lights work together to indicate a problem
with the vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on
while driving, or when one of the gages shows there
could be a problem, check the section that explains what
to do. Follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do
repairs can be costly and even dangerous.
4-20
If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag
status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing
system has turned off the right front passenger
frontal airbag.
If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights
remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a
problem with the lights or the passenger sensing
system. See your dealer/retailer for service.
{WARNING:
If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and
stays on, it means that something may be wrong
with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to
yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right
away. SeeAirbag Readiness Light on page 4-23
for more information, including important safety
information.
Charging System Light
This light comes on briefly
when the ignition key is
turned to START, but
the engine is not running,
as a check to show it
is working.
If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer.
The light should go out once the engine starts. If it stays
on, or comes on while driving, there could be a
problem with the charging system. A charging system
message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) can also
appear. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-44
for more information. This light could indicate that
there are problems with a generator drive belt, or that
there is an electrical problem. Have it checked right
away. If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with
the light on, turn off accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
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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
7
Traction
StabiliTrak®System....................................... 5-5
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic..................................6-21, 6-24
Transmission Operation, Automatic............3-27, 3-32
Transportation Program, Courtesy......................8-11
Trip Odometer................................................4-22
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 4-4
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 4-4
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................6-81
V
Vehicle
Control........................................................ 5-3
Loading......................................................5-19
Remote Start................................................ 3-7
Running While Parked..................................3-41
Symbols......................................................... ivVehicle Customization, DIC..............................4-52
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy..................8-18
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)............................................6-109
Service Parts Identification Label..................6-109
Ventilation Adjustment......................................4-17
Visors...........................................................3-19
Voltmeter Gage..............................................4-27
W
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...............4-20
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................4-44
Hazard Flashers............................................ 4-3
Safety and Symbols......................................... iv
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................6-82
Different Size..............................................6-80
Replacement...............................................6-82
When It Is Time for New Tires..........................6-78
Where to Put the Child Restraint.......................2-40
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