2017 CHEVROLET COLORADO key

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The vehicle is automaticallyimmobilized when the vehicle isturned off.
The system is automaticallydisarmed when the key is turned toON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY,or START from the LOCK/OFFposition.
The security light, in the instrumentcluster, comes on if there is aproblem with arming or disarmingthe theft-deterrent system.
When trying to start the vehicle, thesecurity light comes on briefly whenthe ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and thesecurity light stays on, there is aproblem with the system. Turn theignition off and try again.
If the engine still does not start, andthe key appears to be undamaged,try another ignition key. It may benecessary to check the fuse. SeeFuses0310.Iftheenginestilldoesnot start with the other key, thevehicle needs service. If the vehicledoes start, the first key may befaulty. See your dealer.
It is possible for the immobilizersystem to learn new or replacementkeys. Up to eight keys can beprogrammed for the vehicle. Toprogram additional transmitters, seeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)System Operation030.
Do not leave the key or device thatdisarms or deactivates the vehicletheft system in the vehicle.
See your dealer to get a new keyblank cut exactly as the ignition keythat operates the system.
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{Warning
Aconvexmirrorcanmakethings,
like other vehicles, look farther
away than they really are. If you
cut too sharply into the right lane,
you could hit a vehicle on the
right. Check the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder before
changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convexshaped. A convex mirror's surface iscurved so more can be seen fromthe driver seat.
Manual Mirrors
If equipped, adjust manual mirrorsby moving the mirror up and downor left to right to see a little of theside of the vehicle and to have aclear view behind the vehicle.

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Using hood-mounted air deflectorsand add-on convex mirrorattachments could decrease mirrorperformance.
Power Mirrors
If equipped, adjust the powermirrors:
1. Move the selector switch to L(Left) or R (Right) to choosedriver or passenger mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the controlpad to move each mirror in thedesired direction.
3. Return the selector switch tothe center position.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
The mirrors can be folded inwardtoward the vehicle to preventdamage when going through anautomatic car wash. Push the mirroroutward to return it to the originalposition.
Heated Mirrors
If equipped, the rear windowdefogger also heats the outsidemirrors.
K:Press to heat the outsidemirrors. See“Rear WindowDefogger”underClimate ControlSystems0208.
Blind Spot Mirrors
The blind spot mirror is a smallconvex mirror built into the upperand outer corner of the driveroutside mirror. It can show objectsthat may be in the vehicle'sblind zone.
Driving with the Blind Spot
Mirror
Actual Mirror View

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1. When the approaching vehicleis a long distance away, theimage in the main mirror issmall and near the inboardedge of the mirror.
2. As the vehicle gets closer, theimage in the main mirror getslarger and moves outboard.
3. As the vehicle enters the blindzone, the image transitionsfrom the main mirror to theblind spot mirror.
4. When the vehicle is in the blindzone, the image only appearsin the blind spot mirror.
Using the Outside Mirror with
the Blind Spot Mirror
1. Set the main mirror so that theside of the vehicle can just beseen and the blind spot mirrorhas an unobstructed view.
2. When checking for traffic orbefore changing a lane, look atthe main driver/passenger sidemirror to observe traffic in theadjacent lane, behind yourvehicle. Check the blind spotmirror for a vehicle in the blindzone. Then, glance over yourshoulder to double checkbefore moving slowly into theadjacent lane.
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clearview of the area behind yourvehicle.
If equipped with OnStar, the vehiclemay have three control buttons atthe bottom of the mirror. See yourdealer for more information aboutOnStar and how to subscribe to it.SeeOnStar Overview0397.
Do not spray glass cleaner directlyon the mirror. Use a soft toweldampened with water.
Manual Rearview Mirror
If equipped, push the tab forward fordaytime use and pull it rearward fornighttime use to avoid glare fromthe headlamps from behind.

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Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
If equipped, the mirror willautomatically reduce the glare of theheadlamps from behind. Thedimming feature comes on eachtime the vehicle is started.
Windows
{Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows
closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the
extreme heat and suffer
permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics aredesigned to improve fuel economyperformance. This may result in a
pulsing sound when either rearwindow is down and the frontwindows are up. To reduce thesound, open either a front windowor the sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously
injured or killed if caught in the
path of a closing window. Never
leave keys in a vehicle with
children. When there are children
in the rear seat, use the window
lockout button to prevent
operation of the windows. See
Keys027.

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Crew Cab Shown, Extended Cab
Similar
The windows work when the vehicleis in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when RetainedAccessory Power (RAP) is active.SeeRetained Accessory Power(RAP)0237.
Press or pull the switch to open orclose the window.
The windows will be temporarilydisabled if the window switches areused repeatedly within a short time.
Rear Window Lockout (Crew
Cab Only)
This feature prevents the rearpassenger windows from operating,except from the driver position.
PressZto activate the window
lockout. The indicator light in theswitch will illuminate whenactivated.
PressZagain to deactivate the
lockout switch.
If the indicator light flashes, thefeature may not be working properly.
Window Express Movement
Express-down/up allows thewindows to be opened or closedwithout holding the window switch.Press the window switch fully downor pull it up, and quickly release it toengage. Briefly press or pull thesame switch to stop windowmovement.
Express Window Obstacle
Detection
The express-up feature will reversewindow movement if it comes incontact with an object. Extreme coldor ice could cause the window toauto-reverse. The window willoperate as normal after the object orcondition is removed.
Obstacle Detection Override
{Warning
If obstacle detection override is
activated, the window will not
reverse automatically. You or
others could be injured and the
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window could be damaged.
Before you use obstacle detection
override, make sure that all
people and obstructions are clear
of the window path.
The window can be closed byholding the window switch in the upposition if conditions prevent it fromexpress closing.
Programming the Power
Windows
Programming may be necessary ifthe vehicle's battery has beendisconnected or discharged. If thewindow is unable to express-up,program the window:
1. Close all doors.
2. Place the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN.
3. Partially open the window to beprogrammed, then close it andcontinue to pull the switchbriefly after the window hasfully closed.
4. Press the power window switchuntil the window is fully openand briefly hold.
Rear Windows
Sliding Rear Window
If the vehicle has this feature,squeeze the latch in the center ofthe window and slide the glass toopen it.
Be sure the latch is engaged whenthe window is closed.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to blockglare. Detach the sun visor from thecenter mount to pivot to the sidewindow or, if equipped, extendalong the rod.

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pretensioners cannot be seen, theyare part of the safety belt assembly.They can help tighten the safetybelts during the early stages of amoderate to severe frontal, nearfrontal, or rear crash if the thresholdconditions for pretensioneractivation are met. Safety beltpretensioners can also help tightenthe safety belts in a side crash or arollover event.
Pretensioners work only once. If thepretensioners activate in a crash,the pretensioners and probablyother parts of the vehicle's safetybelt system will need to be replaced.SeeReplacing Safety Belt SystemParts after a Crash057.
Do not sit on the outboard safetybelt while entering or exiting thevehicle or at any time while sitting inthe seat. Sitting on the safety beltcan damage the webbing andhardware.
Rear Safety Belt Comfort
Guides
Rear safety belt comfort guides mayprovide added safety belt comfortfor older children who haveoutgrown booster seats and forsome adults. When installed on ashoulder belt, the comfort guidepositions the belt away from theneck and head.
Comfort guides are availablethrough your dealer for the rearoutboard seating positions.Instructions are included with theguide.
Safety Belt Use During
Pregnancy
Safety belts work for everyone,including pregnant women. Like alloccupants, they are more likely tobe seriously injured if they do notwear safety belts.
Apregnantwomanshouldwearalap-shoulder belt, and the lapportion should be worn as low aspossible, below the rounding,throughout the pregnancy.
The best way to protect the fetus isto protect the mother. When a safetybelt is worn properly, it is more likelythat the fetus will not be hurt in acrash. For pregnant women, as foranyone, the key to making safetybelts effective is wearing themproperly.
Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle's safety belt will fastenaround you, you should use it.

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Instruments and
Controls
Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 103Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . 104Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . 104Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107Wireless Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning Lights, Gauges, andIndicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Instrument Cluster (BaseLevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Instrument Cluster(Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114Ta c h o m e t e r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 4Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 116
Airbag Readiness Light . . . . . . . 117Passenger Airbag StatusIndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Charging System Light . . . . . . . 118Malfunction Indicator Lamp(Check Engine Light) . . . . . . . . 118Brake System WarningLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120Antilock Brake System (ABS)Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121Up-Shift Light (ManualTransmission) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121To w / H a u l M o d e L i g h t . . . . . . . . . 1 2 1Hill Descent Control Light . . . . 121Lane Departure Warning(LDW) Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122Vehicle Ahead Indicator . . . . . . 122Traction Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122StabiliTrak®OFF Light . . . . . . . . 122Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak®Light . . . . . . . . . . . 123Tire Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . 123Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 124Low Fuel Warning Light (BaseLevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Low Fuel Warning Light(Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 125Front Fog Lamp Light . . . . . . . . . 125Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 125
Cruise Control Light . . . . . . . . . . 125Door Ajar Light (UplevelCluster) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC)(Base Level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Driver Information Center (DIC)(Uplevel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Vehicle Messages
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Battery Voltage and ChargingMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Brake System Messages . . . . . 133Compass Messages . . . . . . . . . . 133Door Ajar Messages . . . . . . . . . . 133Engine Cooling SystemMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133Engine Oil Messages . . . . . . . . . 134Engine Power Messages . . . . . 134Fuel System Messages . . . . . . . 135Key and Lock Messages . . . . . 135Lamp Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135Object Detection SystemMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135Ride Control SystemMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136Airbag System Messages . . . . 136Safety Belt Messages . . . . . . . . 136Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 137