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When the air conditioner compressor is on, you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle's engine performance and power. This is normal. The system is designed to help fuel economy while it maintains the desired cooling level. The air conditioner removes moisture from the air, so you may sometimes notice water dripping from under your vehicle's engine compartment when it is idling or after it has been turned off. This is normal. Your vehicle has a computer controlled transaxle designed to warm up the engine faster when the outside temperature is 35_F (2_C) or colder. You may notice that the transaxle will shift at a higher vehicle speed until the engine is warmed up. This is a normal condition designed to provide heat to the passenger compartment and defrost the windows more quickly. If you have the optional engine coolant heater and use it during cold weather, 0_F (-18_C) or lower, your heating system will provide heat more quickly because the engine coolant is already warmed. See "Engine Coolant Heater" in the Index. Heating Turn the temperature knob clockwise toward the red area to warm the air. In the floor mode, outside air will be brought in and sent through the floor outlets. The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. The bi-level setting is designed for use on sunny days when the air is only moderately warm or cool. On days like these, the sun may adequately warm your upper body, but your lower body may not be warm enough. For the best results, turn the temperature control knob to the middle position, and then adjust it for comfort. Defogging and Defrosting To rapidly defrost the windshield, turn the temperature control knob all the way clockwise to the red area and turn the mode knob to defrost. Adjust the fan to the highest speed. To keep the windshield clear and bring in heated air through the floor ducts, turn the mode knob to defog. When the temperature outside is above freezing, the air conditioner compressor will run in these settings to help remove moisture from the air. 3-4

Section	Page
2002 Chevrolet Venture Owner's Manual	1
Copyright General Motors Corp 2001	2
For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:	3
How to Use this Manual	4
Safety Warnings and Symbols	4
Vehicle Damage Warnings	5
Vehicle Symbols	5
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems	7
Seats and Seat Controls	8
Driver's Two-Way Manual Seat	8
Driver's Four-Way Manual Seat (If Equipped)	8
Manual Front Passenger Seat	9
Six-Way Power Seat (Option)	10
Reclining Front Seatbacks	10
Head Restraints	12
Rear Seats	12
Seat Controls	12
Second Row Safety Belt Stowage	12
Flip and Fold Feature	13
Split Bench Seats (If Equipped)	13
Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks	14
Adjusting the Split Bench Seats (Second Row)	15
Removing the Split Bench Seat	16
Replacing the Split Bench Sections	18
Bucket Seats (If Equipped)	20
Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks	21
Adjusting the Bucket Seats	22
Removing the Bucket Seats	23
Replacing the Bucket Seats	24
Captain's Chairs (If Equipped)	27
Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks	27
Adjusting the Captain's Chairs (Second Row)	28
Removing the Captain's Chairs	29
Replacing the Captain's Chairs	30
Stowable Seat (Option)	32
Folding the Seatback	32
Removing the Stowable Seat	33
Replacing the Stowable Seat	34
Safety Belts: They're for Everyone	36
Why Safety Belts Work	37
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers	40
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	41
Adults	41
Driver Position	42
Lap-Shoulder Belt	42
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster	44
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	50
Right Front Passenger Position	51
Air Bag Systems	51
How the Air Bag Systems Work	54
Where are the air bags?	54
When should an air bag inflate?	56
What makes an air bag inflate?	57
How does an air bag restrain?	57
What will you see after an air bag inflates?	58
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	60
Safety Belt Pretensioners	60
Rear Seat Passengers	60
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions	61
Lap-Shoulder Belt	61
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	64
Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat)	66
Lap Belt	67
Center Passenger Position (Bucket Seat)	68
Lap Belt	68
Children	69
Infants and Young Children	69
Built-in Child Restraint (Option)	73
Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint	76
Removing the Child from the Built-In Child Restraint	82
Storing the Built-In Child Restraint	83
Restraint Systems for Children	85
Where to Put the Restraint	88
Top Strap	88
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)	91
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System	93
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	94
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (Third Row Bench Seat)	97
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position (Bucket Seat)	99
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	101
Older Children	104
Safety Belt Extender	107
Checking Your Restraint Systems	107
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	108
Section 2 Features and Controls	109
Windows	110
Manual Windows	110
Power Windows (Option)	111
Express- Down Window	111
Side Window Latches	112
Power Rear Quarter Windows (If Equipped)	112
Keys	113
Door Locks	115
Power Door Locks	116
Last Door Closed Locking	117
Automatic Door Locks	117
Sliding Door Delayed Locking	117
Lockout Deterrent	118
Leaving Your Vehicle	118
Remote Keyless Entry System (Option)	118
Operation	119
Remote Driver's Door and All Door Unlock	119
Remote All Door Lock	119
Remote Lock Confirmation (Option)	120
Remote Unlock Confirmation (Option)	120
Panic Alarm (Option)	120
Remote Power Sliding Door Operation (Option)	120
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle	121
Battery Replacement	122
Switchbanks	123
Overhead Console Switchbank	123
Instrument Panel Switchbank	124
Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices	125
Entering Programming Mode	126
Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting	126
Programmable Modes	126
Automatic Door Locks	127
Programmable Modes	127
Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention	128
Programmable Modes	128
Remote Driver's Unlock Control	129
Programmable Modes	129
Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation	130
Programmable Modes	130
Content Theft-Deterrent System	132
Programmable Modes	132
Arming and Disarming the Content Theft- Deterrent System	133
Programmable Modes	133
Exiting Programming Mode	135
Dual Sliding Doors	135
Sliding Door Lock	136
Power Sliding Door (Option)	137
Sliding Door Security Lock	142
Resetting the Power Sliding Door	143
Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock	143
Liftgate	144
Theft	145
Key in the Ignition	145
Parking at Night	145
Parking Lots	145
Content Theft-Deterrent (Option)	146
Arming with the Power Lock Switch	146
Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter	147
Arming with Your Key	147
Arming Confirmation	147
Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter	147
Disarming with Your Key	147
Nuisance Alarms	148
PASS-Key III	148
New Vehicle "Break-In"	151
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	152
Starting Your Engine	153
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)	154
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater	155
Automatic Transaxle Operation	155
Parking Brake	160
Shifting Into PARK (P)	161
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running	163
Torque Lock	163
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	164
Parking Over Things That Burn	165
Engine Exhaust	165
Running Your Engine While You're Parked	166
Horn	166
Tilt Wheel	167
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	167
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	168
Turn Signal on Chime	168
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	169
Flash-to-Pass Feature	169
Windshield Wipers	169
Windshield Washer	170
Rear Window Washer/ Wiper (If Equipped)	170
Cruise Control (Option)	171
Setting Cruise Control	172
Resuming a Set Speed	173
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control	173
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control	174
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control	174
Using Cruise Control on Hills	174
Ending Cruise Control	174
Erasing Cruise Speed Memory	174
Exterior Lamps	175
Lamps on Reminder	175
Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control	176
Interior Lamps	176
Instrument Panel Brightness Control	176
Interior Lamps Control	176
Interior Lamps Override Switch	177
Illuminated Entry	177
Delayed Illumination	178
Exit Lighting	178
Front Reading Lamps	179
Rear Reading Lamps	179
Dome Lamp	180
Cargo Lamp	180
Battery Saver	180
Mirrors	181
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror	181
Power Remote Control Rearview Mirrors	181
Convex Outside Mirror	182
Heated Outside Mirrors (If Equipped)	182
Storage Compartments	182
Glove Box	183
Compact Overhead Console (Canada Only)	183
Overhead Console (Option)	184
Garage Door Opener Compartment	184
Storage Bin	185
Removing and Replacing the Tray	186
Front Seat Storage Bin	187
Cupholders	187
Rear Storage Compartments and Cupholders	187
Convenience Net (Option)	187
Side Convenience Nets	189
Front Seat Storage Net	189
Convenience Center (Option)	190
Removing the Convenience Center	190
Replacing the Convenience Center	190
Luggage Carrier (Option)	192
Sun Visors	194
Visor Vanity Mirrors	194
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirrors (If Equipped)	194
Accessory Inflator System (Option)	195
Accessory Power Outlets	197
OnStar System (If Equipped)	198
OnStar Services	200
OnStar System Limitations	201
Homelink Transmitter (Option)	202
Programming the HomeLink Transmitter	202
Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature (If Equipped)	204
Canadian Programming	205
Operating the HomeLink Transmitter	205
Erasing Channels	205
Resetting Defaults	205
Accessories	205
The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System	206
Instrument Panel Cluster	208
Speedometer and Tamper Resistant Odometer	209
Dual Trip Odometers	209
Retro-Active Reset	210
Warning Lights, Gages, Messages and Indicators	210
Safety Belt Reminder Light	211
Air Bag Readiness Light	212
Brake System Warning Light	213
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	214
Traction Control System Warning Light (Option)	214
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	215
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)	216
If the Light Is Flashing	217
If the Light Is On Steady	218
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs	219
Fuel Gage	219
Message Center	220
Charging System Indicator Message	220
Service Traction System Warning Message (Option)	221
Traction Active Message (Option)	222
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Message	222
Low Oil Pressure Message	223
Low Engine Oil Level Message	224
Change Engine Oil Message	224
Power Sliding Door Warning Message	225
Door Ajar Warning Message	226
Rear Hatch Ajar Warning Message	226
PASS-Key III Security Message	227
Low Fuel Warning Message	227
AWD Disable Warning Message (If Equipped)	228
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option)	228
Compass Variance	229
Setting the Variance	229
Automatic Compass Calibration	230
Manual Compass Calibration	230
Error Displays	230
Trip Computer	230
Resetting the Trip Computer	231
Rear Parking Assist (Option)	231
How the System Works	232
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	233
Comfort Controls	234
Fan Knob	234
Temperature Knob	234
Mode Knob	234
Mode Buttons	235
Air Conditioning	235
Heating	236
Defogging and Defrosting	236
Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)	237
Rear Climate Control (Vehicles without the Entertainment System) (Option)	238
Rear Fan Control	238
Rear Comfort Controls	239
Rear Air Vents	239
Rear Climate Control (Vehicles with the Entertainment System) (Option)	240
Rear Fan Control	240
Rear Temperature Control	241
Rear Air Vents	241
Ventilation System	242
Ventilation Tips	243
Audio Systems	243
Setting the Clock for Systems without Radio Data System	243
Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System (RDS)	244
AM-FM Stereo	244
Playing the Radio	244
Finding a Station	245
Setting Preset Stations	245
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	245
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	246
Radio Messages	247
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)	247
Playing the Radio	247
Finding a Station	248
Setting Preset Stations	249
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	249
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	250
Using RDS	250
Finding RDS Stations	251
Finding a PTY Preset Station	251
RDS Messages	252
Radio Messages	253
Playing a Compact Disc	253
Compact Disc Messages	255
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)	255
Playing the Radio	255
Finding a Station	256
Setting Preset Stations	257
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	257
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	258
Using RDS	258
Finding RDS Stations	259
Finding a PTY Station	259
RDS Messages	260
Radio Messages	261
Playing a Cassette Tape	261
Cassette Tape Messages	263
CD Adapter Kits	264
Playing a Compact Disc	264
Compact Disc Messages	265
AM-FM Stereo with Six-Disc Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)	266
Playing the Radio	266
Finding a Station	267
Setting Preset Stations	267
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	268
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	268
Using RDS	269
Finding a PTY Station	269
Setting PTY Preset Stations	270
RDS Messages	270
Playing a Compact Disc	271
Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc	272
Using Song List Mode	274
Compact Disc Messages	276
Entertainment System (Option)	276
Before You Drive	276
Headphones	277
Battery Replacement	278
Stereo RCA Jacks	278
Audio Speakers	278
Video Screen	279
DVD Player	280
DVD Player Buttons	280
Playing a Disc	281
Stopping and Resuming Playback	281
Ejecting a Disc	281
Remote Control	281
Remote Control Buttons	282
Battery Replacement	283
Rear Seat Audio (Vehicles without the Entertainment System) (If Equipped)	284
Primary Radio Controls	284
Rear Seat Radio Controls	284
Rear Seat Audio (Vehicles with the Entertainment System) (Option)	286
Rear Seat Radio Controls	286
Theft-Deterrent Feature Non-RDS Radios	288
Theft-Deterrent Feature RDS Radios	288
Understanding Radio Reception	288
AM	288
FM Stereo	288
Understanding DVD Distortion	288
Tips About Your Audio System	289
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	290
Care of Your Compact Discs and DVDs	291
Care of Your Compact Disc and DVD Player	291
Cleaning Your DVD Player	291
Cleaning the Video Screen	291
Fixed Mast Antenna	291
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road	292
Defensive Driving	293
Drunken Driving	294
Control of a Vehicle	297
Braking	297
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	298
Using Anti- Lock	300
Braking in Emergencies	300
Traction Control System (Option)	300
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System (Option)	302
Steering	302
Power Steering	302
Steering Tips	302
Driving on Curves	302
Steering in Emergencies	303
Off-Road Recovery	304
Passing	305
Loss of Control	306
Skidding	306
Driving at Night	307
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	309
Hydroplaning	310
Driving Through Deep Standing Water	311
Driving Through Flowing Water	311
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips	311
City Driving	312
Freeway Driving	313
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	314
Highway Hypnosis	315
Hill and Mountain Roads	315
Winter Driving	317
Driving on Snow or Ice	318
If You're Caught in a Blizzard	319
Recreational Vehicle Towing	321
Dinghy Towing	322
Dolly Towing	322
Loading Your Vehicle	323
Electronic Level Control (Option)	325
Towing a Trailer	325
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer	326
Weight of the Trailer	327
Weight of the Trailer Tongue	328
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires	328
Hitches	329
Safety Chains	329
Trailer Brakes	329
Driving with a Trailer	330
Following Distance	330
Passing	331
Backing Up	331
Making Turns	331
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer	331
Driving On Grades	332
Parking on Hills	332
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill	333
Maintenance When Trailer Towing	333
Section 5 Problems on the Road	334
Hazard Warning Flashers	335
Other Warning Devices	335
Jump Starting	336
Towing Your Vehicle	342
Engine Overheating	342
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	342
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	343
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	344
Cooling System	345
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank	347
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator	350
If a Tire Goes Flat	353
Changing a Flat Tire	354
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	355
Removing the Wheel Covers	358
Secondary Latch System (If Equipped)	359
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	361
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	366
Compact Spare Tire	370
All-Wheel Drive (Option)	371
If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	371
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out	372
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care	373
Service	374
Doing Your Own Service Work	374
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	375
Fuel	375
Gasoline Octane	375
Gasoline Specifications	376
California Fuel	376
Additives	376
Fuels in Foreign Countries	377
Filling Your Tank	377
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	380
Hood Release	381
Engine Compartment Overview	383
Engine Oil	384
Checking Engine Oil	384
When to Add Engine Oil	385
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use	386
Engine Oil Additives	387
When to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System)	388
How to Reset the Change Engine Oil Message	388
What to Do with Used Oil	389
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	389
Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped)	391
Automatic Transaxle Fluid	393
When to Check and Change	393
How to Check	393
Checking the Fluid Level	394
How to Add Fluid	395
All-Wheel Drive (Option)	396
Transfer Case (Power Transfer Unit)	396
When to Check Lubricant	396
How to Check Lubricant	396
What to Use	397
Carrier Assembly-Differential (Rear Drive Module)	397
When to Check and Change Lubricant	397
How to Check Lubricant	397
What to Use	398
Engine Coolant	398

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3-4

When the air conditioner compressor is on, you may

sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle’s engine

performance and power. This is normal. The system is

designed to help fuel economy while it maintains the

desired cooling level.

The air conditioner removes moisture from the air, so

you may sometimes notice water dripping from under

your vehicle’s engine compartment when it is idling or

after it has been turned off. This is normal.

Heating

Turn the temperature knob clockwise toward the red

area to warm the air.

In the floor mode, outside air will be brought in and sent

through the floor outlets. The heater works best if you

keep your windows closed while using it.

The bi

level setting is designed for use on sunny days

when the air is only moderately warm or cool. On days

like these, the sun may adequately warm your upper

body, but your lower body may not be warm enough.

For the best results, turn the temperature control knob to

the middle position, and then adjust it for comfort.

Your vehicle has a computer controlled transaxle

designed to warm up the engine faster when the outside

temperature is 35

F (2

C) or colder. You may notice

that the transaxle will shift at a higher vehicle speed

until the engine is warmed up. This is a normal

condition designed to provide heat to the passenger

compartment and defrost the windows more quickly.

If you have the optional engine coolant heater and use it

during cold weather, 0

F (

C) or lower, your heating

system will provide heat more quickly because the

engine coolant is already warmed. See “Engine Coolant

Heater” in the Index.

Defogging and Defrosting

To rapidly defrost the windshield, turn the temperature

control knob all the way clockwise to the red area and

turn the mode knob to defrost. Adjust the fan to the

highest speed.

To keep the windshield clear and bring in heated air

through the floor ducts, turn the mode knob to defog.

When the temperature outside is above freezing, the air

conditioner compressor will run in these settings to help

remove moisture from the air.