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Chevrolet Express Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-9967827) - 2017 - crc - 5/2/16
Vehicle Care 287
Dinghy Towing
Caution
If the vehicle is towed with all four
wheels on the ground, the
drivetrain components could be
damaged. The repairs would not
be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not tow the vehicle
with all four wheels on the
ground.
The vehicle should not be towedwith all four wheels on the ground.
Dolly Towing
Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off theGround)
To t o w t h e v e h i c l e f r o m t h e r e a r :
1. Attach the dolly to the towvehicle following the dollymanufacturer's instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto thedolly.
3. Firmly set the parking brake.SeeParking Brake0189.
4. Put the transmission inP(Park).
5. Secure the vehicle to the dollyfollowing the manufacturer'sinstructions.
6. Use an adequate clampingdevice designed for towing toensure that the front wheelsare locked into the straightposition.
7. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
If the tow vehicle will not bestarted or driven for six weeksor more, remove the batterycable from the negativeterminal (post) of the battery toprevent the battery fromdraining while towing.

Chevrolet Express Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-9967827) - 2017 - crc - 5/2/16
Service and Maintenance 299
.Check ignition transmission lock.SeeIgnition Transmission LockCheck0239.
.Check parking brake andautomatic transmission parkmechanism. SeePark Brake andP(Park)MechanismCheck0239.
.Check accelerator pedal fordamage, high effort, or binding.Replace if needed.
.Visually inspect gas strut forsigns of wear, cracks, or otherdamage. Check the hold openability of the strut. See yourdealer if service is required.
.Lubricate the steering linkage(greasable joints). See Normaland Severe MaintenanceSchedules. For severecommercial use vehicles, seeSpecial ApplicationServices0302.

Chevrolet Express Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-9967827) - 2017 - crc - 5/2/16
OnStar 327
.Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi®
hotspot name or SSID andpassword, if equipped.
PressQto connect to an
Advisor to:
.Verify account information orupdate contact information.
.Get driving directions.
.Receive a Diagnostic check ofthe vehicle's key operatingsystems.
.Receive Roadside Assistance.
.Manage Wi-Fi Settings,if equipped.
Press>to get a priority connection
to an OnStar Advisor available 24/7to:
.Get help for an emergency.
.Be a Good Samaritan orrespond to an AMBER Alert.
.Get assistance in severeweather or other crisis situationsand find evacuation routes.
OnStar Services
Emergency
Emergency Services require anactive, OnStar service plan(excludes Basic Plan). WithAutomatic Crash Response, built-insensors can automatically alert aspecially trained OnStar Advisorwho is immediately connected in tothe vehicle to help.
Press>for a priority connection to
an OnStar Advisor who can contactemergency service providers, directthem to your exact location, andrelay important information.
With OnStar Crisis Assist, speciallytrained Advisors are available24 hours a day, 7 days a week, toprovide a central point of contact,assistance, and information during acrisis.
With Roadside Assistance, Advisorscan locate a nearby service providerto help with a flat tire, a batteryjump, or an empty gas tank.
Security
If equipped, OnStar provides theseservices:
.With Stolen Vehicle Assistance,OnStar Advisors can use GPS topinpoint the vehicle and helpauthorities quickly recover it.
.With Remote Ignition Block™,if equipped, OnStar can blockthe engine from being restarted.
.With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown®,if equipped, OnStar can workwith law enforcement togradually slow the vehicle down.
Theft Alarm Notification
If equipped, if the doors are lockedand the vehicle alarm sounds, anotification by text, e-mail, or phonecall will be sent. If the vehicle isstolen, an OnStar Advisor can workwith authorities to recover thevehicle.

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332 OnStar
to the vehicle in a crash, or wirelessphone network congestion orjamming—may prevent service.
SeeRadio FrequencyStatement0322.
Services for People with
Disabilities
Advisors provide services to helpSubscribers with physical disabilitiesand medical conditions.
PressQto help:
.Locate a gas station with anattendant to pump gas.
.Find a hotel, restaurant, etc.,that meets accessibility needs.
.Provide directions to the closesthospital or pharmacy in urgentsituations.
TTY Users
OnStar has the ability tocommunicate to deaf,hard-of-hearing, or speech-impairedcustomers while in the vehicle. Theavailable dealer-installed TTYsystem can provide in-vehicle
access to all OnStar services,except Virtual Advisor and OnStarTurn-by-Turn Navigation.
OnStar Personal Identification
Number (PIN)
APINisneededtoaccesssomeOnStar services. The PIN will needto be changed the first time whenspeaking with an Advisor. Tochange the OnStar PIN, contact an
OnStar Advisor by pressingQor
calling 1-888-4ONSTAR.
Warranty
OnStar equipment may bewarranted as part of the vehiclewarranty.
Languages
The vehicle can be programmed torespond in multiple languages.
PressQand ask for an Advisor.
Advisors are available in English,Spanish, and French. Availablelanguages may vary by country.
Potential Issues
OnStar cannot perform RemoteDoor Unlock or Stolen VehicleAssistance after the vehicle hasbeen off continuously for 10 dayswithout an ignition cycle. If thevehicle has not been started forfive days, OnStar can contactRoadside Assistance or a locksmithto help gain access to the vehicle.
Global Positioning
System (GPS)
.Obstruction of the GPS canoccur in a large city with tallbuildings; in parking garages;around airports; in tunnels andunderpasses; or in an area withvery dense trees. If GPS signalsare not available, the OnStarsystem should still operate tocall OnStar. However, OnStarcould have difficulty identifyingthe exact location.
.In emergency situations, OnStarcan use the last stored GPSlocation to send to emergencyresponders.

Chevrolet Express Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-9967827) - 2017 - crc - 5/2/16
Index 337
Automatic Transmission
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Shift Lock Control Function
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Auxiliary
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Avoiding Untrusted Media
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Axle, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
B
Battery
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Voltage and Charging
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Battery - North America . . . . 236, 282
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 239
Bluetooth
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Brake
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . 104
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . 175
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL) . . . . . . . . . 244
Front Turn Signal,
Sidemarker, and Parking
Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240, 241
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . 244
Ta i l l a m p s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 4 3
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
California
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Perchlorate Materials
Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
California
Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . .215, 236, 282
Camera
Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . 2
Capacities and
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Carbon Monoxide
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Carbon Monoxide (cont'd)
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Cargo
Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Cargo Door Relocking . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3
CD Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL) . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . 101
Check
Ignition Transmission Lock . . . 239
Malfunction Indicator
Engine Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Child Restraints
Infants and Young Children . . . . . 68
Lower Anchors and Tethers
for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 81
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Cleaning
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 158

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340 Index
G
Gauges
Engine Coolant Temperature . . . 98
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Warning Lights and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
General Information
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 296
To w i n g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 0 2
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Glass, Enhanced Technology . . . . 38
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
H
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 128
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Headlamps (cont'd)
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 107
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 126
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Heater
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Heating and Air Conditioning . . . 158
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 169
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
How to Wear Safety Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
I
Idle System
Fast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Ignition Transmission Lock
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Infants and Young Children,
Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . 36
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
J
Jump Starting - North
America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
K
Key and Lock Messages . . . . . . . . 115
Keyless Entry
Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . 25
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . 254
Lamps
Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . 126
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Exterior Lamps Off
Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Malfunction Indicator . . . . . . . . . 102
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Ta i l l a m p s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 4 3
Lamps, Bulb Replacement . . . . . . 242
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
LATCH System
Replacing Parts after a
Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79