2017 CHEVROLET COLORADO ignition

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Door Locks
To l o c k o r u n l o c k a d o o r f r o m t h e
outside pressQorKon the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter or use the key in thedriver door.
To l o c k a d o o r f r o m t h e i n s i d e , p u s hdown on the door lock knob. Tounlock, pull the door handle once tounlock the door and again tounlatch it.
Power Door Locks
Crew Cab Shown, Extended Cab
Similar
If equipped with power door locks:
Q:Press to lock the doors.
K:Press to unlock the doors.
SeeDoor Locks033andPowerDoor Locks034.
Windows
Power Windows
Crew Cab Shown, Extended Cab
Similar
The power windows work when theignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when RetainedAccessory Power (RAP) is active.SeeRetained Accessory Power(RAP)0237.
Press the switch to lower thewindow. Pull the switch to raise it.SeeWindows041.
Seat Adjustment
Manual Seats
To a d j u s t a m a n u a l s e a t :
1. Pull the handle at the front ofthe seat.
2. Slide the seat to the desiredposition and release thehandle.
3. Try to move the seat back andforth to make sure it is lockedin place.

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.Ta i l l a m p s
.License Plate Lamps
.Front/Rear Sidemarker Lamps
;:Turns on the parking lampsincluding all lamps, except theheadlamps.
5:Turns on the headlampstogether with the parking lamps andinstrument panel lights.
See:
.Exterior Lamp Controls0146.
.Daytime Running Lamps(DRL)0147.
.Fog Lamps0149.
Windshield Wiper/Washer
The windshield wiper/washer leveris on the right side of the steeringcolumn. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, movethe windshield wiper lever to selectthe wiper speed.
HI :Use for fast wipes.
LO :Use for slow wipes.
INT :Move the lever up to INT for
intermittent wipes, then turn thex
INT band up for more frequentwipes or down for less frequentwipes.
OFF :Use to turn the wipers off.
1X :For a single wipe, briefly movethe wiper lever down. For severalwipes, hold the wiper lever down.
nL:Pull the windshield wiperlever toward you to spray windshieldwasher fluid and activate the wipers.
SeeWindshield Wiper/Washer0104.
Climate Controls
These systems control the heating,cooling, and ventilation.

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.Press and releasegto turn on
both systems.iandgturn off
in instrument cluster.
StabiliTrak will automatically turn onif the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h(35 mph). TCS will remain off
untilgis pressed or the ignition is
cycled from Off then On.
SeeTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l / E l e c t r o n i cStability Control0256.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a TirePressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The low tire pressure warning lightalerts to a significant loss inpressure of one of the vehicle'stires. If the warning light comes on,stop as soon as possible and inflatethe tires to the recommendedpressure shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label. SeeVehicle Load Limits0226.Thewarning light will remain on until thetire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning lightmay come on in cool weather whenthe vehicle is first started, and thenturn off as the vehicle is driven. Thismay be an early indicator that thetire pressures are getting low andthe tires need to be inflated to theproper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normalmonthly tire maintenance. Maintainthe correct tire pressures.
SeeTire Pressure MonitorSystem0325.
Fuel (Gasoline)
Regular Fuel
Use only unleaded gasoline rated87 octane or higher in your vehicle.Do not use gasoline with an octanerating lower as it may result invehicle damage and lower fueleconomy. SeeFuel0266.
Fuel (Diesel)
For diesel vehicles, do not usegasoline. See“Fuel for DieselEngines”in the Duramax dieselsupplement.
E85 or FlexFuel
No E85 or FlexFuel
Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greaterthan E15 (15% ethanol by volume),such as E85, cannot be used in thisvehicle.

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Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 32Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 34Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Doors
Ta i l g a t e . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 36Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 37
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 40Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 40Automatic Dimming RearviewMirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Rear Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Keys and Locks
Keys
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with
the ignition key is dangerous and
children or others could be
seriously injured or killed. They
could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the
vehicle move. The windows will
function with the keys in the
ignition, and children or others
could be caught in the path of a
closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with the
ignition key.

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{Warning
If the key is unintentionally
rotated while the vehicle is
running, the ignition could be
moved out of the RUN position.
This could be caused by heavy
items hanging from the key ring,
or by large or long items attached
to the key ring that could be
contacted by the driver or
steering wheel. If the ignition
moves out of the RUN position,
the engine will shut off, braking
and steering power assist may be
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
impacted, and airbags may not
deploy. To reduce the risk of
unintentional rotation of the
ignition key, do not change the
way the ignition key and Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
if equipped, are connected to the
provided key rings.
The ignition key and key rings, andRKE transmitter, if equipped, aredesigned to work together as asystem to reduce the risk ofunintentionally moving the key outof the RUN position. The ignitionkey has a small hole to allowattachment of the provided key ring.It is important that any replacementignition keys have a small hole. Seeyour dealer if a replacement key isrequired.
The combination and size of therings that came with your keys werespecifically selected for yourvehicle. The rings are connected tothe key like two links of a chain toreduce the risk of unintentionally
moving the key out of the RUNposition. Do not add any additionalitems to the ring attached to theignition key. Attach additional itemsonly to the second ring, and limitadded items to a few essential keysor small, light items no larger thanan RKE transmitter.

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Interference from radio-frequencyidentification (RFID) tags mayprevent the key from starting thevehicle. Keep RFID tags away fromthe key when starting the vehicle.
The key is used for the ignition andall door locks.
Programming Keys
Follow these procedures to programup to eight keys to the vehicle.
Programming with TwoRecognized Keys
To p r o g r a m a n e w k e y :
1. Insert the original, alreadyprogrammed key in the ignitionand turn the key to the ON/RUN position.
2. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF andremove the key.
3. Quickly, within five seconds,insert the second originalalready programmed key in theignition and turn the key to theON/RUN position.
4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF,and remove the key.
5. Insert the new key to beprogrammed and turn it to theON/RUN position withinfive seconds.
The security light will turn offonce the keys has beenprogrammed.
6. Repeat Steps 1–5ifadditionalkeys are to be programmed.
If a key is lost or damaged, see yourdealer to have a new key made.
Programming without TwoRecognized Keys
Program a new key to the vehiclewhen a recognized key is notavailable. Canadian regulationsrequire that owners see their dealer.
If two currently recognized keys arenot available, follow this procedureto program the first key.
This procedure will takeapproximately 30 minutes tocomplete for the first key. Thevehicle must be off and all of thekeys you wish to program must bewith you.
1. Insert the new vehicle key intothe ignition.
2. Turn to ON/RUN. The securitylight will come on.
3. Wait 10 minutes until thesecurity light turns off.
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
5. Repeat Steps 2–4twomoretimes. After the third time, turnto ON/RUN; the key is learned

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whenQis pressed again within
three seconds. SeeVehiclePersonalization0139.
PressingQarms the vehicle alarm
system. SeeVehicle AlarmSystem036.
K:Press once to unlock only the
driver door. IfKis pressed again
within three seconds, all remainingdoors unlock. The interior lampsmay come on and stay on for20 seconds or until the ignition isturned on.
If enabled through the DIC, the turnsignal lamps flash twice to indicateunlocking has occurred. SeeVehiclePersonalization0139.Ifenabledthrough the DIC, the exterior lampsmay turn on. SeeVehiclePersonalization0139.
PressingKon the RKE transmitter
disarms the vehicle alarm system.SeeVehicle Alarm System036.
7:Press and release one time toinitiate vehicle locator. The turnsignal lamps flash and the hornsounds three times.
Press and hold7for at least
three seconds to sound the panicalarm. The turn signal lamps flashand the horn sounds repeatedly for30 seconds. The alarm turns offwhen the ignition is moved to ON/
RUN or7is pressed again. The
ignition must be in LOCK/OFF forthe panic alarm to work.
Programming Transmitters to
the Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmedto this vehicle will work. If atransmitter is lost or stolen, areplacement can be purchased andprogrammed through your dealer.Each vehicle can have up toeight transmitters programmed to it.See your dealer for transmitterprogramming.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery in thetransmitter soon if the REPLACEBATTERY IN REMOTE KEYmessage displays in the DIC.
Caution
When replacing the battery, do
not touch any of the circuitry on
the transmitter. Static from your
body could damage the
transmitter.
To r e p l a c e t h e b a t t e r y :
1. Separate and remove the backcover of the transmitter with aflat, thin object, such as a coin.

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2. Press and slide the batterydown toward the pocket of thetransmitter in the direction ofthe key ring. Do not use ametal object.
3. Remove the battery.
4. Insert the new battery, positiveside facing up. Replace with aCR2032 or equivalent battery.
5. Push together the transmitterback cover top side first, andthen the bottom toward thekey ring.
Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, the engine can bestarted from outside of the vehicle.The climate controls and rearwindow defogger may alsocome on.
If the vehicle has heated seats andthe feature is turned on in vehiclepersonalization, the heated seatswill turn on during colder outsidetemperatures and will shut off whenthe key is turned to ON/RUN. SeeHeated Front Seats048.
Laws in some communities mayrestrict the use of remote starters.Check local regulations for anyrequirements on remote starting ofvehicles.
Do not use remote start if thevehicle is low on fuel.
The vehicle cannot be remotestarted if:
.The key is in the ignition.
.The hood is not closed.
.There is an emission controlsystem malfunction and themalfunction indicator lamp is on.
The engine will turn off during aremote vehicle start if:
.The coolant temperature getstoo high.
.The oil pressure gets low.
The RKE transmitter range may beless while the vehicle is running.
Other conditions can affect theperformance of the transmitter. SeeRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)System030orVehiclePersonalization0139.
Starting the Engine Using RemoteStart
1. Press and releaseQ.
2. Immediately press and hold/
until the turn signal lamps flashor for at least four seconds.
When the vehicle starts, theparking lamps will turn on. Thedoors will be locked and theclimate control system maycome on.