2017 CHEVROLET COLORADO air conditioning

Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-10122675) - 2017 - crc - 8/22/16
Introduction 3
Danger, Warning, and
Caution
Warning messages found on vehiclelabels and in this manual describehazards and what to do to avoid orreduce them.
{Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a
high level of risk which will result
in serious injury or death.
{Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that
could result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that
could result in property or vehicle
damage.
Acirclewithaslashthroughitisasafety symbol which means“DoNot,”“Do not do this,”or“Do not letthis happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components andlabels that use symbols instead oftext. Symbols are shown along withthe text describing the operation orinformation relating to a specificcomponent, control, message,gauge, or indicator.
M:Shown when the ownermanual has additional instructionsor information.
*:Shown when the servicemanual has additional instructionsor information.
0:Shown when there is moreinformation on another page—“see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbolsthat may be found on the vehicleand what they mean. For moreinformation on the symbol, refer tothe Index.
9:Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
$:Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
I:Cruise Control
`:Do Not Puncture
^:Do Not Service
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
_:Flame/Fire Prohibited
#:Fog Lamps
.:Fuel Gauge
+:Fuses
3:Headlamp High/Low-BeamChanger
5:Hill Descent Control
j:LATCH System Child Restraints

Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-10122675) - 2017 - crc - 8/22/16
16 In Brief
Climate Control System
1. Fan Control
2. A/C (Air Conditioning)
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls
4. Defrost
5. TEMP (Temperature Control)
6. Rear Window Defogger (IfEquipped)
7. Air Recirculation

Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-10122675) - 2017 - crc - 8/22/16
In Brief 17
Automatic Climate Control System
1. Fan Control
2. A/C (Air Conditioning)
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls
4. Defrost
5. Temperature Control
6. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
7. Rear Window Defogger
8. Air Recirculation
9. Power Button
SeeClimate Control Systems0208orAutomatic Climate ControlSystem0210(If Equipped).
Transmission
Range Selection Mode
Range Selection Mode helps controlthe vehicle's transmission andvehicle speed while driving downhillor towing a trailer by letting youselect a desired range of gears.
To e n a b l e :
1. Move the shift lever to theM(Manual Mode) position. Thecurrent range will display nextto the M. This is the highestattainable range with all lowergears accessible. For example,

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Instruments and Controls 133
Brake System Messages
BRAKE FLUID LOW
This message is displayed when thebrake fluid level is low; seeBrakeFluid0299.
HILL START ASSIST ACTIVE
This message is displayed when thevehicle is stopped on a gradesufficient to activate HSA. HSAholds the braking pressure for amaximum of two seconds to ensurethat there is no rolling, which willassist the driver to transitionbetween releasing the brake pedaland accelerating to drive off whileon the grade. The brakes willautomatically release when theaccelerator pedal is applied withinthe two-second window. SeeHillStart Assist (HSA)0255.
RELEASE PARKING BRAKE
This message is displayed as areminder that the parking brake ison. Release it before you attempt todrive.
SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST
This message may be displayedwhen there is a problem with thebrake boost assist system. Whenthis message is displayed, the brakeboost assist motor may be heardoperating and you might noticepulsation in the brake pedal. This isnormal under these conditions. Takethe vehicle to your dealer forservice.
Compass Messages
Dashes may be displayed if thevehicle temporarily losescommunication with the GlobalPositioning System (GPS).
Door Ajar Messages
DOOR OPEN
This message displays and a chimemay sound if a door is not fullyclosed. Stop and turn off thevehicle, check the door forobstructions, and close the dooragain. Check to see if the messagestill appears on the DIC.
HOOD OPEN
This message displays and a chimemay sound if the hood is not fullyclosed. Stop and turn off thevehicle, check the hood forobstructions, and close the hoodagain. Check to see if the messagestill appears on the DIC.
Engine Cooling System
Messages
AIR CONDITIONING OFF
This message displays when theengine coolant becomes hotter thanthe normal operating temperature.SeeEngine Coolant TemperatureGauge011 5.Toavoidaddedstrainon a hot engine, the air conditioningcompressor automatically turns off.When the coolant temperaturereturns to normal, the airconditioning compressor turns backon. You can continue to drive yourvehicle.
If this message continues to appear,have the system repaired by yourdealer as soon as possible to avoiddamage to the engine.

Chevrolet Colorado Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-10122675) - 2017 - crc - 8/22/16
208 Climate Controls
Climate Controls
Climate Control Systems
Climate Control Systems . . . . . 208Automatic Climate ControlSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Air Vents
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment AirFilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Climate Control Systems
With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled.
1. Fan Control
2. A/C (Air Conditioning)
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls
4. Defrost
5. TEMP (Temperature Control)
6. Rear Window Defogger (IfEquipped)
7. Air Recirculation
TEMP :Turn clockwise orcounterclockwise to increase ordecrease the temperature inside thevehicle.
9:Turn clockwise orcounterclockwise to increase ordecrease the fan speed. There isabout a five second delay when thefan is turned on. Turn the knob allthe way counterclockwise to turn thefan off.

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Air Delivery Mode Control :PressY,\,[,or-to change thedirection of the airflow. An indicatorlight comes on in the selected modebutton.
Y:Air is directed to the instrumentpanel outlets.
\:Air is divided between theinstrument panel and floor outlets.
[:Air is directed to the flooroutlets, with some air directed to thewindshield, outboard instrumentpanel, and side window outlets.
-:This mode clears the windowsof fog or moisture. Air is directed tothe windshield, with some airdirected to the floor, outboardinstrument panel outlets, and sidewindow outlets.
0:Press to clear the windshieldof fog or frost more quickly. Air isdirected to the windshield and sidewindow vents, with some airdirected to the outboard instrumentpanel. The system automaticallyforces outside air into the vehicle
and the air conditioning compressorwill run, unless the outsidetemperature is close to freezing.
Do not drive the vehicle until all thewindows are clear.
SeeAir Vents0212.
@:Press to turn on recirculation.An indicator light comes on. Air isrecirculated to quickly cool theinside of the vehicle. It can also beused to help reduce outside air andodors that enter the vehicle.
8:If equipped, press to turn onoutside air. An indicator light comeson. Outside air is circulatedthroughout the vehicle.
A/C :Press to turn the airconditioning system on or off. Anindicator light comes on to showthat the air conditioning is enabled.If the fan is turned off, the airconditioner will not run. The A/Clight will stay on even if the outsidetemperatures are below freezing.
Rear Window Defogger
K:If equipped, press to turn therear window defogger on or off. Anindicator light on the button comeson to show that the rear windowdefogger is on.
The rear window defogger onlyworks when the ignition is in ON/RUN. The defogger also turns off ifthe ignition is turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
Caution
Using a razor blade or sharp
object to clear the inside rear
window can damage the rear
window defogger. Repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not clear the inside
rear window with sharp objects.
Heated Mirror :If equipped withheated outside mirrors, the mirrorsheat to help clear fog or frost fromthe surface of the mirror when therear window defog button ispressed. SeeHeated Mirrors039.

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210 Climate Controls
Automatic Climate Control System
With this system the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can becontrolled.
1. Fan Control
2. A/C (Air Conditioning)
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls
4. Defrost
5. Temperature Control
6. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
7. Rear Window Defogger
8. Air Recirculation
9. Power Button
Automatic Operation
The system automatically heats orcools the vehicle to the desiredtemperature:
.Fan Speed
.Air Delivery Mode
.Air Conditioning
.Recirculation
When AUTO is lit, all functionsoperate automatically. Each functioncan also be manually set. Functionsnot manually set will continue to beautomatically controlled.
To p l a c e t h e s y s t e m i n f u l l a u t o m a t i coperation:
1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature.
To f i n d y o u r c o m f o r t s e t t i n g ,start with 22 °C (72 °F) andallow the system time tostabilize. Then adjust thetemperature as needed for bestcomfort.
To i m p r o v e f u e l e f f i c i e n c y a n d t ocool the vehicle faster, recirculationmay be automatically selected inwarm weather.
The recirculation light will not comeon when automatically controlled.
Press@to manually select
recirculation; press it again to selectoutside air.

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Climate Controls 211
Do not cover the solar sensor on thetop of the instrument panel near thewindshield. This sensor regulatesair temperature based on sun load.See“Sensors”later in this section.
Manual Operation
O:Press to turn the climate controlsystem on or off. When the systemis turned off, air will stop flowing into
the cabin. PressOagain or adjust
any of the climate controls to turnthe system back on and the airflowwill continue based on the selectedclimate control settings.
A:Turn clockwise orcounterclockwise to increase ordecrease the fan speed. There isabout a five second delay when thefan is turned on. Press the knob toturn the fan off. Press AUTO toreturn to automatic operation.
Te m p e r a t u r e C o n t r o l :Turn theknob clockwise or counterclockwiseto increase or decrease temperaturesetting.
Air Delivery Mode Controls :
PressY,\,[,or-to change
the direction of the airflow. Anindicator light comes on in theselected mode button.
Changing the mode cancels theautomatic operation and the systemgoes into manual mode.
Press AUTO to return to automaticoperation.
Y:Air is directed to the instrumentpanel outlets.
\:Air is divided between theinstrument panel and floor outlets.
[:Air is directed to the flooroutlets, with some to the windshield,outboard instrument panel outlets,side window outlets, and secondrow floor outlets.
-:This mode clears the windowsof fog or moisture. Air is directed tothe windshield, floor outlets,outboard instrument panel outlets,and side window outlets. Thesystem automatically forces outsideair into the vehicle and the air
conditioning compressor will run,unless the outside temperature isclose to freezing.
0:Press to clear the windshieldof fog or frost more quickly. Air isdirected to the windshield and theside window vents, with some airdirected to the outboard instrumentpanel outlets. The systemautomatically forces outside air intothe vehicle and the air conditioningcompressor will run, unless theoutside temperature is belowfreezing.
Do not drive the vehicle until allwindows are clear.
SeeAir Vents0212.
A/C :Press to turn the airconditioning system on or off. Anindicator light comes on to showthat the air conditioning is enabled.The A/C light will stay on even if theoutside temperatures are belowfreezing. If the fan is turned off, theair conditioner will not run. PressAUTO to return to automaticoperation.