2005 Chevrolet Venture Owner's Manual
2005 Chevrolet Venture Manual
2005 Chevrolet Venture manual content summary:
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2005 Chevrolet Venture Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-6 Safety Belts ...1-28 Child Restraints ...1-48 Airbag System ...1-78 Restraint System Check ...1-88 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-22 Theft- - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the name VENTURE are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 3
Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could you or others could be hurt. You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means "Do Not," "Do Not do this" or "Do Not let this happen." - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 4
the following topics: Seats and Restraint Systems in Section 1 Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3 Audio System(s) in Section 3 Engine Compartment Overview in Section 5 iv - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 5
These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: v - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 6
✍ NOTES vi - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 7
2 Features and Controls Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-31 Starting Your Engine ...2-31 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-32 Automatic Transaxle Operation ...2-33 Parking Brake ...2-36 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-37 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-38 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-39 Engine Exhaust - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Section 2 Features and Controls Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent ...2-58 Remote Driver Unlock Control ...2-59 Remote Lock and Unlock Confirmation ...2-60 Content Theft-Deterrent System ...2-61 Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System ...2-62 Exiting Programming Mode ...2-64 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 10
door lock and storage compartments. If you need a new key, contact your dealer, who can obtain the correct key code. Your vehicle has the PASS-Key® III vehicle theft system. The key has a transponder in the key head that matches a decoder in the vehicle's steering column. If a replacement Canada. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 11
is necessary. See "Battery Replacement" under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2-5. • If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service. UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter, only the driver's door will unlock. If - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 12
, press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter. See Power Door Locks on page 2-10 for more details on the power door lock features. With the content theft-deterrent system, the LOCK button may arm the system. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-25 for more details. When you use the remote - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 13
is opened, the driver's side power sliding door will not open completely. Do not try to force the door. Once the fuel filler door is closed, the driver's side sliding door can be opened normally. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 14
of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive. • doors can help prevent this from happening. 2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter. Do not use the metal flanges to pop out the battery. 3. Replace the battery - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 15
, you may be able to lock all of the doors when you insert the key and turn it toward the rear of the vehicle. From the inside, use the manual or power door locks. To unlock either front door from the inside, pull back on the manual lever. To lock either front door from the inside, push the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 16
is in RUN or ACCESSORY, this feature will not lock the doors. To turn the last door closed locking feature off or on, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-55. From the inside, press the front of the power door lock switch, located on either front door, to unlock all doors and the liftgate. With - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 17
Personalization on page 2-55. With the automatic door locks feature, you can lock or unlock the doors at any time, either manually or using the power door lock switches. Sliding Door Delayed Locking If either sliding door is open when you use the power door locks to lock the vehicle, the sliding - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 18
toward the rear. If you slide the door all the way back, the door will rest in a detent position. To move the door forward, you must first pull the door past the open detent position. The driver's side sliding door is designed to open only a little if the fuel door is open. If this ever happens, don - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 19
only then allow it to slowly close. Lock either sliding door from inside the vehicle by moving the manual lever down. Unlock it by moving the lever up. With the power door locks, the sliding door lock has a delay feature. See Power Door Locks on page 2-10 and Vehicle Personalization on page 2-55 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 20
or older children who ride in the rear won't be able to open the sliding door from the inside while the security lock feature is in use. Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock 1. Unlock the sliding door and open the door from the outside. 2. Push the security lock lever all the way down. 3. Close - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 21
(PSD) If your vehicle has this feature, you can open and close the sliding door(s) using the switches inside of your vehicle. You can also operate the power sliding door(s) with your remote keyless entry transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry System on page 2-4. To help avoid accidental operation - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 22
the "don't" symbol to turn the power to the sliding door(s) off. When the power sliding door(s) is off, you will not be able to open the door(s) by using the power sliding door switch(es) located on the overhead console switchbank, the switch in front of the driver's or the passenger's side sliding - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 23
you shift out of PARK (P), a buzzer will sound. This is a warning that the sliding door(s) is not completely closed. If the power to the sliding door(s) is turned off, the buzzer will not sound indicating the door(s) is not completely closed. {CAUTION: If you shift the transaxle out of PARK (P) and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 24
, do not try to force the sliding door. When the fuel filler door is closed, the driver's side sliding door can be opened normally. {CAUTION: You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the sliding door. Make sure the door path is clear before closing the door. If you want to open the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 25
way forward to the latched position. The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at all because of the following conditions: • A low voltage or dead battery • A disconnected battery • If the instrument panel PWR/HEATED SEAT PSD fuse or the underhood fuse 8, 27, or 29 are removed or blown - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 26
door override switch to turn it off. 4. Remove fuse 29 from the underhood fuse block. Leave it out for 30 seconds. 5. Reinstall the fuse and wait 10 seconds. 6. Turn the power sliding door 9 again. If the door still does not operate correctly, see your dealer for service. Liftgate To unlock or lock - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 27
. • Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle. See Climate Control System on page 3-24. • If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 28
even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. Manual Windows If your vehicle has manual windows, use the manual cranks to open and close the front windows. 2-22 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 29
open position. If your vehicle has power windows, the switches on the driver's door armrest control the front windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-31. The driver's power window switch has two - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 30
must be in RUN, ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active, to use the power rear quarter windows. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on switch is pressed, until they are fully opened. Lighted Vanity Mirror Your vehicle may have a lighted vanity mirror. Pull down the sun visor and fl - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 31
the rear of the power door lock switch, to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed. A light located on top of your instrument panel, near the center of the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 32
you use your key to lock the driver's door. The security light will turn on to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked, the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed. If you would like your key - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 33
complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization 's starter and fuel systems. The starter will not work and fuel will stop being delivered to the engine. Anyone using - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 34
to be undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to check the instrument panel PASS KEY fuse. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer or a locksmith who - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 35
your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key® III system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 36
service. C (OFF): This position unlocks the ignition and transaxle, but does not send power to any accessories engine is not running, you can use RUN to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights. E (START): This position starts the engine. When the engine - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Accessory Power (RAP), certain features will continue to operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF unless a door is opened. 2. If the engine down as your engine warms up. Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 38
engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 39
your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 40
your vehicle that way, you could damage the transaxle. Have your vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in SECOND (2) when you are driving less engine is running at high speed is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 41
Control System on page 3-24 for more information. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy system sensor. If you drive very far that way, your vehicle can be damaged. So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced use the brakes to hold - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Parking Brake The parking brake is located under the instrument panel on the driver's side of the vehicle. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 43
be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 44
PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK (P) brake until the end of Step 4. 3. Shift the transaxle to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the engine and then shift to the gear you want. 5. Have the system - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 45
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. • Your vehicle - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 46
with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-39. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the highest setting. One - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 47
Manual Rearview Mirror The manual rearview mirror can be adjusted for day or night driving by pushing or pulling the tab at the bottom of the mirror. Use the control This feature is particularly useful in automatic car washes. Outside Power Mirrors The control located on the driver's door operates - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 48
the rear window defogger is turned on. See "Rear Window Defogger" in Climate Control System on page 3-24. OnStar® Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar®, the Safe and Sound Plan is included for the first year. You can extend this plan beyond the first year, or upgrade to the Directions and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 49
, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand−held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink information can be found on the internet at - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 50
and reverse" feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. If you have a newer garage door opener with rolling codes, please be sure to follow steps 6 through 8 to complete the programming of your HomeLink® Transmitter. Read the instructions completely before - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 51
rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light, continue with Steps 6 through 8 following to complete the programming of a rolling-code equipped device (most commonly, a garage door opener). 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the "Learn - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 52
in Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator by using the "Programming HomeLink® " procedures (regardless of where you live), replace Step : 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold the two outside - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 53
www.homelink.com. ® Glove Box Your vehicle has a glove box below the instrument panel. To open the glove box, lift the latch release. The glove box door has a detent to prevent the door from lowering too far. Open the glove box until the door is partway open, then pull the door down if you need it - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 54
. See Storage Areas on page 2-47. • Garage door opener compartment. See "Garage Door Opener Compartment" following. • OnStar® System buttons. See OnStar® System on page 2-42. • Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver The front overhead console includes two reading lamps, a storage compartment - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 55
To install your garage door opener, follow these instructions: 1. Open the door to make sure the lined area on the compartment door will contact the control button on your garage door opener when pressed. 5. Add one peg at a time until your garage door opener operates with the compartment door - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Front Seat Storage Net Luggage Carrier {CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier - like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth - the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 57
carry cargo on the luggage carrier of a proper size and weight, put it on the slats, as far forward as you can. You can then tie it down. Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 58
top of the load to hold it firmly in place. The convenience net has a maximum capacity of 100 lbs (45 kg). It is not designed to hold larger, heavier loads. Store is recommended that you take down the convenience net to extend the life of the net and to help retain its elasticity, and to keep the rear - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 59
could be injured. Be sure to secure any such item properly. Your vehicle may have a convenience center. To open, pull up on the door latch located in the front of the convenience center. The cover has two automatic prop rods to hold it up and in place. To close the convenience center - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 60
Replacing center, slide into the seat anchors. 6. Press down on the front of the convenience center so the center locates on the sill mounting bracket The convenience center and the stowable seat both have a maximum weight capacity of 400 lbs (181.6 kg). Notice: Overloading your vehicle may - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 61
theft-deterrent system must be disarmed. See Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-25. 2. Remove the BCM PRGRM fuse from the instrument panel fuse block, located to the right of the glove box. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-92. 3. Close the driver's door. 4. Turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 62
the current mode, or to change the mode, do the following: 1. Follow the instructions for "Entering Programming Mode" earlier in this section. 2. Turn the interior lamps on by turning the instrument panel brightness control all the way up. 3. Count the number of chimes you hear. The number of - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 63
. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. 2-57 • The automatic door unlock feature is turned off. • Shift out of PARK (P) with the ignition on and the driver - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 64
. The mode you selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Programmable Modes Mode 1: Both Features Off. Doors will always lock immediately when you press LOCK on the power - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Control This feature allows you to customize the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Programmable Modes Mode 1: Remote All Doors Unlock. When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter, all doors the instructions later in this section or program the next feature - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 66
keyless entry transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your optional power sliding door(s), your parking lamps will flash to let you know the command has and Horn Sounds on second LOCK press Programmable Modes Mode 1: Both Features Off. Remote lock and unlock confirmation are disabled. Mode 2: - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 67
selected is now set. You can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Content Theft-Deterrent System This feature allows you to turn the content theft deterrent on and off. Programmable Modes Mode - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 68
can either exit the programming mode by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Arming and Disarming the Content Theft-Deterrent System To arm or disarm the content theft-deterrent system, the system must be turned on by using Modes - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 69
provides increased security, it can be a problem if your remote keyless entry transmitter is damaged, lost, or if it fails to operate for any reason while the content theft-deterrent system is armed. The content theft-deterrent system must be disarmed for the engine to run while in Mode 2; your key - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 70
by following the instructions next in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle. Exiting Programming Mode To exit programming mode, turn the key from ACCESSORY to OFF and put the BCM PRGRM fuse back into the instrument panel fuse block. After programming a feature, you can - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 71
Readiness Light ...3-38 Brake System Warning Light ...3-39 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...3-40 Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Light ...3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-42 Highbeam On Light ...3-45 Fuel Gage ...3-45 3-1 Instrument Panel - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 72
118 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-118 Radio Reception ...3-119 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ...3-120 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ...3-121 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ...3-121 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3-121 XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-121 Message Center ...3-46 Service Traction - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 73
✍ NOTES 3-3 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 74
Instrument Panel Overview 3-4 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 75
47. P. Accessory Power Outlet. See Accessory Power Outlets on page 3-23. Q. Instrument Panel Switchbank. See Instrument Panel Switchbank on page 3-19. R. Glove Box. See Glove Box on page 2-47. S. Front Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-26. T. Instrument Panel Fuse Block. See Fuses and Circuit - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 76
ashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard is in, and even if the key is not in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press the button again to turn the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 77
Washer. See Windshield Washer on page 3-9. • I Cruise Control. See Cruise Control on page 3-10. Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 78
fuse. See Bulb Replacement on page 5-45 and Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-92. If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, the signal indicator will flash at a normal rate even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front light on the instrument panel - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 79
turned toward LOW, the shorter the delay will be. Use this setting for light rain or snow. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing overload your wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Windshield Washer L( - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 80
has a rear window wiper, the switch is located in the instrument panel switchbank. To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is fluid reservoir for the front and rear windshield wipers. See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-35. When you apply your brakes, the cruise control disengages. 3-10 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 81
spinning, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-8. When road - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 82
mph (1.6 km/h) faster. The accelerate feature will work whether or not you have set an initial cruise control speed. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you do not need to reset - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 83
shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. • Press the SET button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 84
together with the following: • Sidemarker Lamps • Taillamps • Instrument Panel Lights 5 (Headlamps): Turning the control to this setting turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. Lamps on Reminder If the driver's door is opened and you turn the ignition to OFF - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 85
vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it. • The ignition is on. • The exterior lamps control is off. • The parking brake is released. When the DRL are on, only your front parking and turn signal lamps will be on. Your instrument panel will not be lit up. When it is - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 86
3-17. To turn the entry lighting feature off or on, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-55. Dome Lamp The dome lamp is located in the headliner and has two buttons to manually turn it on or off. The dome lamp will come on each time you open a door, unless you turn on the interior - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Vehicle Personalization on page 2-55. • Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. • Lock all doors using the remote keyless entry transmitter. • Lock all doors using the power door lock switch or the key. To turn the delayed lighting feature off or on, see Vehicle Personalization on page 2-55. 3-17 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 88
Front Reading Lamps Rear Reading Lamps There may be two reading lamps in the third press the lens of the lamp. These lamps will come on each time you open a door, unless you turn on the interior lamps override feature. See Interior Lamp Override on page 3-16. The cargo lamp is located in the rear - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 89
located in the front of the vehicle. The switches will vary with the options that are on your vehicle. The instrument panel switchbank is located in the instrument panel below the comfort controls. This switchbank may include the following: • Rear Fan Knob. See Rear Climate Control System (Without - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 90
/h). Four ultrasonic sensors located at the rear bumper are used to detect the distance to the object. The URPA display is located inside the vehicle, near the rear window. It has three color-coded lights used to provide distance and system information to the driver. The overhead console switchbank - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 91
backing speeds of 3 mph (5 km/h) while parking. And, the system does not detect objects that are more than 5 feet (1.5 meters in the overhead console switchbank. While the system is disabled, an indicator light will be lit on the switch. You will not see any lights on the rear display if the switch - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 92
free of mud, dirt, snow, ice and slush. Other conditions that may affect system performance include things like the vibrations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on a very large truck. If after cleaning the rear bumper and then driving forward at least 15 mph (25 km/h), the display - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 93
electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 94
Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. ) (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. Cooler air is directed to the upper - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 95
indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that air conditioning is activated. You may notice a slight change in engine performance when the air-conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again. This is normal. The system is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 96
off the engine. Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the vehicle that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. • Keep the path under the front seats - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 97
in your vehicle. This knob is located below the main climate control system on the instrument panel switchbank. Use this knob to adjust the fan speed for the rear seat passengers. These controls are overhead, on the control panel located behind the driver's seat. A rear seat passenger can use these - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 98
area around the base of the center instrument panel console, between and under the front seats, free of objects that could also obstruct airflow to the rear seating area. For more information on how to use the main climate control system, see Climate Control System on page 3-24. For information on - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 99
in your vehicle. This knob is located below the main climate control system on the instrument panel switchbank. Use this knob to adjust the fan speed for the rear seat passengers. These controls are overhead, on the control panel located behind the front seats. A rear seat passenger can use these - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 100
area around the base of the center instrument panel console, between and under the front seats, free of objects that could also obstruct airflow to the rear seating area. For more information on how to use the main climate control system, see Climate Control System on page 3-24. For information on - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 101
is located in the back of the glove box. To replace the filter, do the following: 2. Then push the tab, located on the left of the inner access panel, to the right. 1. Pull the tab located on the outer access panel up and out. 3. The first air filter will pull straight out. To remove the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 102
lter to use, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14. 5. Close the inner access door, while squeezing the tab. Be sure it is tightly closed. 6. Snap the outer access panel into the back of the glove box. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 103
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, how much fuel you're using, and many other things you'll need to drive safely and economically. The indicator warning lights and gages are - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Cluster with Tachometer 3-34 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 105
in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer. You may must be put on the driver's door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed the odometer, the trip odometers, and engine oil life by quickly pressing and releasing the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 106
of different trip distances, such as the mileage of a long trip and the mileage driven on the current tank of fuel. The trip odometers will continue to keep turned on and you began driving. If you use the retro-active reset feature after you have started the vehicle, but before you begin moving, the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 107
. If the driver's belt is already buckled, neither the chime nor the light will come on. Your vehicle may have a tachometer that displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Notice: If you operate the engine with the tachometer in the shaded warning area, your vehicle could be damaged - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 108
vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 109
working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. United States Canada This light should come on - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 110
anti-lock brake system needs service and you don't have anti-lock brakes. The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. Canada Your vehicle - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 111
traction control system is affected by an engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the warning light will come on. If the traction control system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on, your vehicle needs service. Engine Coolant - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 112
your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after awhile, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 113
control system on your vehicle. Diagnosis and service may be required. If the light engine. If the light remains on steady, see "If the Light Is On Steady" following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous steps, and see your dealer for service as soon as possible. If the Light - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 114
: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or check engine light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 115
/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8. Cluster with Tachometer If your fuel is low, the warning message in the message center will come on. See Low Fuel Warning Message on page 3-52. Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on. Fuel Gage United States Canada 3-45 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 116
the tank's capacity to fill it. Service Traction System Warning Message • The gage pointer may move while cornering, braking or speeding up. • The gage may not indicate empty when the ignition is turned off. United States Canada If your vehicle has the traction control system and this message - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 117
on until your brakes cool down. • If the traction control system is affected by an engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the warning message will come on. If the traction control system warning message comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 118
Coolant Temperature Warning Message Charging System Indicator Message The charging system battery symbol will come on in the message center when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working. United States Canada This message will come on when your engine gets too hot. If this - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 119
soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. United States Canada Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. Your vehicle is equipped with - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Oil Message Power Sliding Door Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada When this message comes on and stays on after you have started the engine, it means that service is required for your vehicle. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 and Engine Oil on page 5-14 for more - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 121
the open position. A child or others could fall out of the vehicle and be injured. Always make sure the power sliding door is closed and latched before you drive away. United States Canada This message will come on when the ignition is turned to RUN or START and the driver's or passenger - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Message Low Fuel Warning Message United States Canada United States Canada If you are ever driving and this message comes on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine if you turn it off. Your PASS-Key® III system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Driver Information Center (DIC) Off: No driver information is displayed in this mode of operation. Compass/Temperature Mode: One of eight compass readings and the outside temperature are displayed. If the temperature is below 38°F (3°C), the temperature reading will toggle between displaying the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 124
360° turns. The calibration symbol will turn off and the compass reading will be displayed. Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the calibration symbol does not appear, you must manually put the compass into the calibration mode. Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 125
the MODE button. The information will appear in the following order: AVG ECON (Average Fuel Economy): This shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. INST ECON (Instant Fuel Economy): This shows fuel economy for the most recent second of driving. Resetting the Trip Computer Press and hold - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 126
of its controls. Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-31 for more information. Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) Press - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 127
go on to the next station. Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning. Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to switch the display between - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 128
each pushbutton. To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, first end out of audio mode by pressing another button, causing left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, press and release AUDIO until FAD appears on the display. Then - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 129
up. Take the vehicle to the dealer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 130
including music, news, sports, talk, and children's programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name. A service fee is required in order to receive the XM™ service. For more information, contact XM™ at www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-852 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 131
AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 132
controls to the middle position, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control manual mode, push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO the front and the rear speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until FADE - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 133
switch to other stations. This function does not apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. RDS Messages ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert ALERT! will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations. 3-63 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 134
of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. This function does not apply to XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Radio Messages CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR appears on the display, it means that the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 135
is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No Signl Loading Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service Channel no longer available Artist Name/Feature not available Song/Program Title not available Off Air CH Unavl No Info No Info 3-65 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 136
system is working properly. The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with the servicing to activate the service. If this - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 137
audio source. When the CD is inserted, the CD symbol will appear on the display. As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear on the display. The CD player . If these problems occur try a known good CD. Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. If an - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 138
very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There may have been a problem while burning the CD. • The label may be caught in the CD player. If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 139
program type (PTY) for current programming, and the name of the program being broadcast. XM™ Satellite Radio Service Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 140
two seconds. The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default. AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 141
AUDIO knob. The radio will produce one beep. To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control return the bass and treble to the manual mode, push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display. Setting Preset - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 142
knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers. To adjust the balance and the fade to the middle position, push the AUDIO knob, then push it again and hold it until you hear one beep. To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, push and hold - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 143
to other stations. This function does not apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. RDS Messages ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an . ALERT! will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations. INFO (Information - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 144
of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. This function does not apply to XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Radio Messages CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 145
is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No Signl Loading Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service Channel no longer available Artist Name/Feature not available Song/Program Title not available Off Air CH Unavl No Info No Info 3-75 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 146
for the selected category. The system is working properly. The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with your dealer. If - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 147
audio source. When the CD is inserted, the CD symbol will appear on the display. As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear on the display. The CD player . If these problems occur try a known good CD. Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. If an - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 148
4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than two seconds to advance at 17 times the normal playing speed. Release this - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 149
bit rate. Song title, artist name, and album will be available when recorded using ID3 tags versions 1 and 2. The player will was recorded using no file folders. The system can support up to 11 folders in depth, though, the CD contains only playlists and compressed audio files, but no folders, all fi - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Tracks will be played in the following order: File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be treated as special folders containing compressed audio song files. Playing an MP3 Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in, and READING will appear - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 151
was the last selected audio source. As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear on the display. The CD player can play the smaller and ejecting. If these problems occur try a known good CD. Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. If an error appears - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 152
of the tracks in the current folder or playlist have been played the system will move on to the next folder or playlist and play all of the You will hear a beep and CD RDM will appear on the display. This feature will not work with playlists. When in random, pressing and releasing either SEEK arrow - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 153
format of the CD may not be compatible. See "MP3 Format" earlier in this section. • There may have been a problem while burning the CD. • The label may be caught in the CD player. If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. If any error occurs - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 154
two seconds. The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default. AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 155
adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed. ALL will appear To return the bass and treble to the manual mode, push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display. Setting Preset Stations Up - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 156
push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed. ALL will appear on the display, you will hear a beep, and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position. Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press the P-TYPE knob to activate program type select mode. TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display. 2. Turn the P-TYPE knob to select a PTY. 3. Once the desired PTY is displayed, press the SEEK TYPE - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 158
play will stop during the announcement. Alert announcements cannot be turned off. ALERT! will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations. INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, the information symbol will appear on - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 159
system has locked up. Return your vehicle to your GM dealer for service. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your GM dealer. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, AUDIO, and SEEK controls on the display while the cassette player is in the previous mode. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 160
on the tape. If this pushbutton is pressed more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the tape. SEEK and a positive number pushbutton. If either arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape. SEEK and a positive - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 161
provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem. • The tape is tight and the player cannot turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. cassette tape slot. It will power up the radio and begin playing. The override feature will remain active until the EJT button is pressed. • The tape is broken. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 162
audio source. When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol will appear on the display. As each new track starts to play, the track number will appear on the display. The CD player . If these problems occur try a known good CD. Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. If an - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 163
the NEXT pushbutton, and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton. If either arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD. Z EJT (Eject): Press this button, located next to the CD slot, to eject a CD. Eject may - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 164
for one of the following reasons: Radio with Six-Disc CD • You are driving on a very rough road may have been a problem while burning the CD. • The label may be caught in the CD player. If the CD the problem. Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 165
including music, news, sports, talk, and children's programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name. A service fee is required in order to receive the XM™ service. For more information, contact XM™ at www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-852 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 166
AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, the audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 167
display. Then manually adjust the bass, midrange, and treble using the AUDIO knob. Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) AUDIO: Push the AUDIO knob until BASS all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed. CENTERED will - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 168
1. If both P-TYPE and TRAF are on, the radio will search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements. To use the PTY interrupt feature, press and hold the P-TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt with. When selected, an asterisk will appear beside - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 169
not switch to other stations. This function does not apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. 3. Turn the P-TYPE knob to select a PTY. 4. Press and hold off. ALERT! will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations. Setting Preset PTYs - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 170
use the TUNE knob or the SEEK arrows to go to a station that supports traffic announcements. If no station is found that broadcasts traffic announcements, NO not apply to XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Radio Messages CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 171
at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No Signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service Channel no longer available Artist Name/Feature not available Song/Program Title not available CH Off Air CH Unavail No Info No Info 3-101 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 172
for the selected category. The system is working properly. The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with your GM dealer - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 173
into the slot, label side up. The player will pull the CD in. 4. Once the CD is loaded, the light will begin flashing again. Press the LOAD button again. Once the light turns green, load the next disc. Repeat this procedure for each CD. The CD player takes up to six CDs. Do not try - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 174
manually. The player's 25-second eject timer will reset at each press of eject, causing the player the system to reset. This will clear the CD-sensing feature and enable CDs to be loaded into the player again a CD(s). You will hear a beep and the indicator light will flash to let you know when a CD is - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 175
next track. If either arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD. sSCAN t: • To play until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of each track of the currently selected CD. Press - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 176
LIST will appear on the display. Using Song List Mode The six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections. To save tracks into the song list feature, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the CD player on and load it with at least one CD. See - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 177
To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the CD player on. 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. S-LIST try again. • There may have been a problem while burning the CD. • The label may be caught in the CD player. If the CD is not playing correctly, for - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 178
System Your vehicle may have a DVD entertainment system. The entertainment system works with the vehicle's audio system and includes a DVD player, a video display screen, headphones, and a remote control. The entertainment system also integrates the rear climate control and rear seat audio - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 179
DVD player. The system will automatically switch to DVD and start to play. To switch between the auxiliary device and the DVD, press the SOURCE button on the DVD player or on the remote control. See "DVD Player" and "Remote Control" later in this section for more information. Battery Replacement - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 180
be heard through all speakers when the front audio system is being used and the rear seat audio system is off. Sound from the DVD player or an auxiliary device can be heard through all speakers when the front audio system and rear seat audio are off and a DVD or auxiliary device is playing. To hear - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 181
. The entertainment system is only compatible with DVDs authorized for use in the United States and Canada. Regular audio CDs can also be played by the DVD player. Home recorded CDs (CDRs) may not play in this DVD player. Try the audio system CD player instead. DVD Player Buttons SOURCE: Press - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 182
button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control. If the DVD still does not play, refer to the on-screen instructions. Remote Control To use the remote control, aim it at the display above the video screen and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 183
After making the selection, press Enter. Some discs may contain a short skit leading up to the media menu. Source: Press this button to switch the source for the entertainment system between the auxiliary device, connected to the RCA jacks, and the DVD player. Pressing this button has no effect when - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 184
that they are installed correctly. 3. Replace the battery door and screw. If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place. Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (Without Entertainment System) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 185
if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. The following functions are controlled by the RSA system: PWR (Power): Press this button to turn the system on or off. The rear speakers will be muted when the RSA power is turned on. VOL (Volume): Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 186
the radio. Rear Seat Audio (RSA) (With Entertainment System) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the sources: radio, CDs, DVD, and auxiliary device. However, the rear seat passengers can only control the sources that the front seat passengers are not listening - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 187
loaded. This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD. CD TAPE: Press this button to switch between playing a CD, a DVD, or an auxiliary device when the headphones are on channel B. If one of the devices are not loaded, the system will skip over the device when this - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 188
. When the ignition is off and RAP is not active, the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK® is armed. With THEFTLOCK® activated, the radio will not operate if stolen. 3-118 If your vehicle has this feature, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. They include the following - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 189
the radio for future listening. MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press it again, or any other radio button, to turn the sound causing the sound to fade in and out. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast. Just as with - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 190
as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer. The broken tape detection feature of the cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 191
reception. Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere with the performance of the XM™ system. Make sure that the XM™ satellite antenna is not obstructed. Care of Your CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 192
✍ NOTES 3-122 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 193
a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...1-62 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ...1-62 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ...1-64 Built-In Child Restraint ...1-67 Front Seats ...1-3 Manual Seats ...1-3 Six-Way Power Seats ...1-4 Reclining - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 194
Systems ...1-88 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-89 Airbag System ...1-78 Where Are the Airbags? ...1-81 When Should an Airbag Inflate? ...1-83 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? ...1-85 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...1-85 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? ...1-86 Servicing - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 195
the lever located on the front of the seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward. Pull up the lever to unlock the seat. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 196
Way Power Seats Your vehicle may have this feature. If it does, the six-way power seat control is located on the outboard sides of the driver's and front passenger's seats. Reclining Seatbacks • Move the front of the control up or down to adjust the front portion of the cushion up or down. • Move - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 197
it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can not do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 198
restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. To adjust a head restraint, slide it up or down. 1-6 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 199
rear seats in your vehicle can be folded forward. Use this feature for exiting and entering third row seats. 1. If the seats the nylon strap on the rear of the seat or lifting up on the lever located on the front of the seatback. If the seat adjusts, slide it all the way back. 3. Release the rear - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 200
adjustment levers on each section of the split bench seats to adjust the seat forward or rearward. One is located below the center, in the front of each section of the split bench. 1-8 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 201
the rear of the seat. Folding or Reclining the Seatbacks {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. Lift up either lever - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 202
fold the seatback forward, pull the nylon strap located on the rear of the seat or lift up on the recliner lever located on the front of the seatback. The seatback will lock into place. 1-10 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Removing the Split Bench Seat Make sure the seatback is in the upright position. 1. For the second row split bench, with the seatback in the upright position, unhook the side attachment for the safety belt. This mini-buckle is located on the right side of the seat. 2. Push the red center of the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Replacing the Split Bench Seats {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 6. To unlatch the front latches, squeeze the angled bar - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 205
is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After installing the seat, always check the angled bar toward the solid crossbar while placing the front hooks of the bench seat onto the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 206
2. Make sure the bench seat is angled so that the front hooks clear the floor pins. 3. Firmly push the rear hooks onto the rear Repeat these steps for the other section of the split bench seat. If the front legs are not attached correctly, the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 207
rearward. Release the lever. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. One is located below the center, in front of the bucket seats. 1-15 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 208
seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the rear of the seat or lift up on the recliner lever located on the front of the seatback. The seatback will lock into place. To raise a seatback, - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 209
To recline the seatback, pull the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever. Press back on the seatback until you reach the desired position, then let go of the strap or lever. To return the seatback to an upright position, pull on the nylon strap or lift the recliner lever without putting any pressure - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 210
from the floor pins. Do not let go of the strap or lever until the seat is folded all the way forward. 4. To unlatch the front latches, with the seat folded forward, squeeze the angled bar toward the straight crossbar. 5. Remove the seat by rocking it slightly forward, then toward the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Replacing the Bucket Seats {CAUTION: {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After installing the seat - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 212
rear floor pins by pushing down the rear of the seat. 4. Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down. If the front legs are not attached correctly, the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins. If the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 213
each seat. One is located below the center, in front of the seat. The other is located across the the seatback if you lean forward, taking the weight off the seatback. The seatbacks on the second row could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 214
Removing the Captain's Chairs 2. The seat can then be lifted off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle. 1. Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release the rear hooks from the floor pins. 1-22 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 215
Replacing the Captain's Chairs {CAUTION: {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After installing the seat - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 216
the rear latches onto the rear set of floor pins. 3. Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is properly attached. 1. Hook the front latches over the front floor pins. 1-24 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 217
more information. The stowable seat can be removed and replaced, or with the seatback folded, it can lie it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there in use. • From the passenger's side sliding door, pull up on the lever to release the seatback - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Removing the Stowable Seat 1. Remove the convenience center, if it is in the vehicle. See Convenience Center on page 2-53 for more information. 2. Make sure all items are off of the stowable seat. 3. If the seatback is down, put the seatback in its upright position before removing the seat. See " - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 219
Replacing the Stowable Seat {CAUTION: {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury seat, showing where the seat must go. Follow the floor pin diagram. Use the front floor pins of the floor cups and the rear floor cups in the third row - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 220
this procedure. 1. Place the front hooks of the seat onto the front floor pins in the third row. Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 221
belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter...a lot! Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 222
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels. 1-30 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 223
Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-31 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 224
or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That's why safety belts make such good sense. 1-32 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 225
hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km But they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts - not instead of them. Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 226
protection. First, you will want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We will start with the driver is how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-47. Make sure the release - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 227
up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 228
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 229
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 230
with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 231
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 232
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 233
. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. To move it down, push down on the button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After you move - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 234
child restraint locking feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back all the way and start again. Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 235
will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-47. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 236
be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. To unlatch - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 237
comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults, the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts. Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt: 1. Remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seatback. 1-45 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 238
2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The guide must be on top of the belt. 1-46 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 239
front passenger. They help the safety belts reduce a person's forward movement in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash. Pretensioners work only once. If they activate in a crash, you will need to get new ones, and probably other new parts for your safety belt system. See Replacing - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 240
should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 241
in a second row position, see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1-45. {CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can not properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 242
thighs. This applies belt force to the child's pelvic bones in a crash. Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force would then be applied - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 243
A baby does not weigh much - until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12- infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 244
the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer's instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 245
Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant's neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 246
a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. 1-54 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 247
with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 248
together at the crotch. The five-point harness system has two shoulder straps, two hip straps and a manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement side-to-side or front-to-back movement of the child seat. A replacement buckle, which makes it - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 249
riding in a booster seat. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat. Here is why: Wherever you install it, be sure to secure strap always to be anchored. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. If yours requires that the top strap be anchored - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 250
you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer's instructions say. Top Strap Anchor Location In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 251
anchor. Do not secure a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger's position or at the third row driver's side position (vehicles with a or local law requires that the top strap be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 252
in the second row outboard bucket seats, the 40 side of the 60/40 split bench seat, and both second row captain's chairs. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle's safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 253
restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 254
attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchorage. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Also see Top Strap on page 1-57. 5. Push have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 255
3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-63 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 256
a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger's airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-60. 5. To tighten - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 257
. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger's airbag, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. See Manual Seats on page 1-3 or Six-Way Power Seats on page - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 258
5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. You may find it helpful to use - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 259
Built-In Child Restraint WARNING! DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur: • Follow all instructions on the child restraint and in the vehicle's owner's manual. 60/40 Bench Seat If your vehicle has this option in a bucket seat, each bucket seat that has the built-in child restraint fits in - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 260
with children whose shoulders are below the shoulder belt slots for the harness system, and who are capable of sitting upright alone. The child should body the support they would need in a crash. See Older Children on page 1-48 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-50. A child whose weight is over - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint 1. Raise the head restraint until the lower edge of the head restraint is even with the top of the seatback. 2. Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback. Make sure there is no gap between the lower edge of the head - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 262
3. Lower the child restraint cushion. You will be using the child restraint's harness (A) to secure your child. Do not use the vehicle's safety belts. 1-70 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 263
the built-in child restraint's harness. WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS ON THE USE OF THIS CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN YOUR CHILD STRIKING THE VEHICLE'S INTERIOR DURING A SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH. SNUGLY ADJUST THE BELTS PROVIDED WITH THIS CHILD RESTRAINT AROUND YOUR - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 264
free of any foreign objects that may prevent you from securing the latch plates. If you can not secure a latch plate, see your dealer for service before using the child restraint. 10. Pull up on the latch plates to make sure they are secure. 1-72 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 265
{CAUTION: A built-in child restraint harness that is not properly adjusted can cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. A harness that is loose, twisted, worn improperly or improperly fastened will not be able to restrain the child's upper body. Make sure the harness is adjusted - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 266
12. Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap (C) firmly until the harness is snugly adjusted around the child. You should not be able to put more than two fingers between the harness and the child's chest. Make sure the harness and buckle strap are not twisted. 13. Adjust the position of the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 267
Removing the Child from the Built-In Child Restraint 2. Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle. 1. Unfasten the shoulder harness clip. 3. Move one side of the harness off the child's shoulder. 4. Move the other side of the harness off the child's shoulder. 5. Remove the child from - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 268
Storing the Built-In Child Restraint Always properly store the built-in child restraint before using the vehicle's lap-shoulder belt. 2. Fold the child restraint cushion and leg rest up into the seatback. 3. Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback. 1. Move both latch plates and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 269
way down. Just like the other restraint systems in your vehicle, your built-in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may need to have parts replaced after a crash. See Checking Your Restraint Systems on page 1-88 and Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1-89. 1-77 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 270
the right front passenger, the words AIR BAG will appear on the airbag covering on the side of the seatback closest to the door. Frontal airbags replace them. Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 271
. The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door. rollover, rear or low-speed frontal crashes, or in many side crashes. And, for some unrestrained occupants, frontal airbags may provide less - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 272
page 1-50. There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-38 for more information. 1-80 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-81 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 274
If your vehicle has one, the driver's side impact airbag is in the side of the driver's seatback closest to the door. If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger's side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger's seatback closest to the door. 1-82 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 275
The driver's and right front passenger's frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are is equipped with electronic frontal sensors, which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 276
inflate at different crash speeds. For example: The frontal airbags (driver and right front passenger) are not severe side crashes. A side impact airbag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system's designed a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inflation is - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 277
crash. For both frontal and side impact airbags, the sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the airbag. The inflator, the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules. Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 278
and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's frontal trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can not get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 279
to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. Notice: If you damage the covering for the driver's or the right front passenger's airbag, or the airbag covering - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 280
and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11. Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 281
the airbag system earlier in this section. If the frontal airbags inflate, you will also need to replace the driver's and right front passenger's safety belt retractor assemblies. Be sure to do so. Then the new retractor assemblies will be there to help protect you in a collision. After a crash you - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 282
✍ NOTES 1-90 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 283
Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-2 Control of a Vehicle ...4-5 Braking ...4-5 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...4-6 Braking in Emergencies ...4-8 Traction Control System (TCS) ...4-8 Steering ...4-10 Off-Road Recovery ...4-12 Passing ...4-12 Loss - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 284
distance. It is the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving task - such - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 285
situation, here is some general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: • The amount of alcohol consumed • The drinker's body weight • The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking • The length of time - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 286
be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. The law in most U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 287
road (whether it is pavement or gravel); the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread; the condition of your brakes; the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied. Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 288
has anti-lock brakes, this warning light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle. When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 289
. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 290
off the brake pedal. This will help you retain steering control. If you do have anti-lock, it is different. See Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page system works the front brakes and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin. The TRACTION ACTIVE message will come on when the traction control system - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 291
off, press the TCS button located on the instrument panel switchbank. United States Canada If this message comes on and stays on or comes on while you are driving, there's a problem with your traction control system. See Service Traction System Warning Message on page 3-46. When this warning - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 292
engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both control systems - steering and braking you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 293
your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking - if you can stop in time. But sometimes you cannot; there is not room. That is the time for evasive action - steering - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 294
, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. You can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. • Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. If - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 295
a little to the right. Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems - brakes, steering, and acceleration - do not have of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 296
three types of skids correspond to your vehicle's three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels are not rolling. In the steering control more limited. While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including engine braking - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 297
Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. • In remote areas, watch wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you are driving, , with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 298
. Keep your eyes moving; that way, it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim, so should to see in dim light - and are not even aware of it. Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 299
washer tank filled with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles brakes can cause accidents. They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 300
Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you cannot avoid deep puddles or - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 301
just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 302
. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow. Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 303
: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked service experts in GM dealerships all across North America. They will be ready and willing to help if you need it. • Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 304
tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the road in less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway cool interior. • Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and to the sides. Check your mirrors and your instruments - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 305
crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 306
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-8. If you do not have a traction system, But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction braking system, you will want to brake very gently, too. If you do have anti-lock, see Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on page 4-6. This system - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 308
so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. If You Are Caught in a Blizzard • Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 309
the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 310
the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you are stuck, spin the wheels - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 311
any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 312
Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and door lock post (striker). The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. 2. Determine the combined weight - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 313
cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 314
= Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg) Item A B C Example 3 Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle's tire and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 315
of the driver's door. The label shows the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 316
, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. • Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. • Never stack heavier things, - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 317
as the system self-adjusts. This is normal. The compressor should operate for brief periods of time. If the sound continues for an extended period of time, your vehicle needs service. Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 318
trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in "Weight of the Trailer" that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability, and fuel economy - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada police. • Consider using a sway control. See "Hitches" later in this section. • Do not starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 320
GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29 for more information about your vehicle's maximum load capacity. If you are using a weight-carrying or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 321
than 2,000 lbs (900 kg), be sure to use a properly mounted weight-carrying hitch and sway control of the proper size. This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you are driving. Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg) loaded, then - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 322
, drive with your front, main heating or cooling system on and with the fan on any speed. This will bring fresh, outside air into your vehicle. Do not use the climate control setting for maximum air because it only recirculates the air inside your vehicle. See Climate Control System on page 3-24 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 323
you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Making Turns Notice your trailer will not strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, or other objects trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned guide you. 4-41 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 324
to, a lower gear. This will minimize heat build-up and extend the life of your transaxle. But if you ever have to park your rig on brakes and hold the pedal down while you do the following: • Start your engine. • Shift into a gear. • Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 325
transaxle fluid, engine oil, belts, cooling system, and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will help you find them quickly. If you are trailering, it is a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip. Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 326
✍ NOTES 4-44 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 327
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Windshield Washer Fluid ...5-35 Brakes ...5-36 Battery ...5-39 Jump Starting ...5-40 Bulb Replacement ...5-45 Halogen Bulbs ...5-45 Headlamps ...5-46 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ...5-48 Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 328
91 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-91 Electrical System ...5-92 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-92 Headlamp Wiring ...5-92 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-92 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-92 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-92 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-93 Underhood Fuse Block - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 329
go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 330
the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-88. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 331
add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect problem exists or that a higher-octane fuel is necessary. If you are using 87 octane or higher-octane fuel and hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 332
be covered by your warranty. Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. You should not have to add anything - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 333
of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for service. Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 334
and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 335
surfaces as soon as possible. See Washing Your Vehicle on page 5-86. When replacing the fuel cap, turn it to the right (clockwise) until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 336
: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. {CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 337
the prop to its retainer. Then let the hood down and close it firmly. 1. Pull the hood release handle, located under the instrument panel on the driver's side. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and push up on the underhood release. It is located near the center of the hood, under the grille. 5-11 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 338
Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood, here is what you will see: 5-12 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 339
A. Underhood Fuse Block. See Underhood Fuse Block on page 5-96. B. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See "Brake Fluid" under Brakes on page 5-36. J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18. K. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank. See Cooling System - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 340
you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-99. Notice: Do not add too much oil. If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 341
Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle's engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. Be sure to add enough - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 342
on the oil container, and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. 5-16 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 343
protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 344
dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at every oil change and replace it at - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 345
. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is required. To inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter, do the following: 4. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter. 5. Align the tabs located on the bottom of the panel with the slots at the bottom of the housing. 6. Latch the hooks to - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 346
instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage the transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine or exhaust system found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 347
shift lever in PARK (P). The automatic transaxle dipstick is located toward the back of the engine compartment, next to the brake master cylinder reservoir. The dipstick handle is a red loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. 1. Pull out the dipstick and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 348
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. It does not take much fluid, generally less than 1 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 349
COOL® extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine other than DEX-COOL® may cause premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 350
be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Notice: If you use the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 351
Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator. For information on how to add coolant to the radiator, see Cooling System on page 5-28. Adding Coolant If you need more - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 352
the vehicle until the engine is cool. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 5-28 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle's instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 353
until it cools down. Also, see "Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode" later in this section. You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 354
the oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 5-14. Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: A. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans C. Coolant Recovery Tank {CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 355
hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fans are running. If the engine is overheating, both fans should be running. If they are not, your vehicle needs service - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 356
COOL® engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for more information. CAUTION: (Continued) {CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system and DEX-COOL® coolant. Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 357
parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. If the overheat warning continues, there is one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. {CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 358
engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, still some pressure left. 5-32 Housing Bypass Tube 3. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valves. There are two bleed valves. One is located on - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 359
. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL® coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 8. Then replace the pressure cap - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 360
hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. How to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid, do the following: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Replace the cap and completely tighten it. 5. Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. When the engine uid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water does not clean as well uid, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. If you will be operating - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 362
will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 363
the reservoir. Notice: • Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced. Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 364
removed for rotation or changing. When you have the front brake pads replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. {CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes will not work well. That could lead to an accident - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 365
an ACDelco® replacement battery. Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 366
vehicles equipped with the optional power sliding door, a low-voltage battery or replacing a battery may cause the system to become inoperative. See Power Sliding Door (PSD) on page 2-15 for more information. {CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 367
both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake. Notice: If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 368
front of the underhood fuse block. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. {CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas positive (+) terminal on your battery. {CAUTION: An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 369
{CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 370
is much less. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 371
cover to its original position. Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-51. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs {CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 372
the hood. 2. Remove the front turn signal/parking lamp assembly. See Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps on page 5-48. 3. Pull the assembly away from the vehicle. 5. Pull the bulb assembly straight up from the lamp housing. 6. Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the blue tabs - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 373
lamp housing. Be careful not to damage the bulb on the headlamp aiming bar. 10. Align the pins on the bottom of the headlamp assembly with the holes in the lamp support bracket. 11. Reinstall the front turn signal/parking lamp assembly. See Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps next in - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 1. Open the hood. Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamp 3. Pull the front turn signal/parking lamp assembly away from the vehicle. 2. Remove the thumbscrew attaching the front turn signal/parking lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly. 5-48 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 375
Front Sidemarker Lamp 4. Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by pressing the tab while turning it counterclockwise. 5. Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket. 6. Line up the tabs on the socket with the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 376
housing. The locator/retaining pins on the outboard side are part of the lamp assembly and will not be removed during this procedure. 4. Remove the bulb holder by pressing the four retaining tabs and pulling the holder away from the assembly. 5-50 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 377
the lamp is seated. 8. Secure with the inboard screws. Replacement Bulbs A. Taillamp Bulb B. Back-up Lamp Bulb C. Turn Signal Lamp Bulb D. Stop/Taillamp Bulb Exterior Lamp Back-up Lamps (3rd from Top) Front Sidemarker Lamps Front Turn Signal/Parking Lamps Headlamps Stop/Taillamps (Top) Taillamps - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 378
blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14. To remove the windshield wiper blade(s): 1. Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting. 2. Turn the ignition to OFF while - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 379
your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for booklet included with your vehicle's Owner's Manual. {CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See Loading Your Vehicle replace them. 5-53 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 380
Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire Example (A) Tire Size: The tire size is , height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration later in this section for more detail - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 381
can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. (E) Tire Inflation: The emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat. If your vehicle has a tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. The letter T as the first character in - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 382
square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 383
. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight; accessory weight; vehicle capacity weight; and production options weight. Normal - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 384
page 5-63. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-29. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 385
's door latch air pressure needed to support your vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity. For additional information regarding how much weight weight than it was designed to carry. Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 386
the inflation pressure is low, add air until you reach the recommended amount. If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in . See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-61 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-64 for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 387
tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-99. When It Is Time for - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 388
during normal service on your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC number will be followed by an "MS" (for mud and snow). If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 389
rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test driving habits, service practices and differences . The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 390
. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 391
nuts for replacement. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. 5-65 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 392
front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. on the accessory inflator switch. There may be an accessory inflator kit stored in the glove box. It includes a 20-foot (6 m) hose with an air pressure - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 393
will come on to show the system is working. If the accessory inflator system does not turn on or the light does not come on, the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-92 or see your dealer for service. Your accessory inflator will automatically shut off - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 394
if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it's much to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 395
the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine and do front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire, on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle. When you have a flat tire, use the following example as a guide - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 396
net. 2. Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off. A. B. C. D. Jack Strap Bracket Wing Nut E. Jacking Instructions F. Bag and Tools G. Tire Bag and Cable 3. Remove the jack and jacking tools by loosening the wing nut and bracket. 4. Separate the plastic - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 397
Compact Spare Tire 1. Attach the folding wrench to the extension and insert the chisel end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft. A. B. C. D. 2. Turn the folding wrench counterclockwise to lower the compact spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the wrench - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 398
if the tire is hanging loose and the cable end and spring under the wheel plate are missing. If so, the secondary latch system is engaged. See Secondary Latch System on page 5-78. To continue changing the flat tire, see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5-73 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 399
. For wheels with a wheel lock key, use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and folding wrench. The key is supplied in the front passenger door pocket. If your vehicle has the plastic bolt-on wheel covers, loosen the bolts completely using the folding wrench, and remove the wheel cover. Notice - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 400
vehicle. When raising your vehicle on a jack, avoid contact with the rear axle control arms. 2. Near each wheel, there is a notch (A and B) in the be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. {CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 401
4. Attach the folding wrench to the jack, and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head 3 inches (7.6 cm). {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 402
{CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 403
Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See Capacities - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 404
underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop a tire from suddenly at road tire. See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 5-80 for instructions on storing the spare or flat tire correctly. To release the spare tire from the secondary - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 405
1. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of the rear bumper. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the compact spare tire. 2. Turn the folding wrench You will not be able to store a spare or flat tire using the hoist assembly until it has been repaired or replaced. 5-79 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 406
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools {CAUTION: The underbody-mounted spare tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing down. If the spare tire is stored with the valve stem pointing upwards, its secondary latch won't work properly and the spare tire could loosen and suddenly fall from - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 407
3. Slide the cable retainer through the center of the wheel and start to raise the tire. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 4. When the tire is almost in the stored position, turn the tire so the valve is towards the rear of the vehicle. This will help when you - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 408
was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the replace the spare with a full-size tire as soon as possible. The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case it is needed again. Notice: When the compact spare is installed, do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 409
vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer's warnings and instructions. Always open the doors or windows of the vehicle when cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean the vehicle: Do not use any of these products unless this manual - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 410
, follow up with the club soda water instructions given earlier in this section. Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, . 2. Clean with cool water and allow to dry completely. 3. If a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions described earlier. Using Cleaner - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 411
should be cleaned immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the finish, it can harm the leather. Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 412
The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention, and durability. The best way to preserve If you do, they may be severely weakened. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean the instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5-86. 5-86 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 413
has a "basecoat/clearcoat" paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn. 5-87 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 414
Aluminum Wheels Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, you could damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use only GM-approved cleaners on - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 415
replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you. Chemical etched into the paint surface. Although no defect in the paint job causes this, GM removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 416
ngerprints, and surface contaminants. Spray on and wipe off. Usage Removes swirl marks, fine Swirl Remover Polish scratches, and other light surface contamination. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects finish. Cleans, shines, and Foaming Tire Shine Low protects in one step. No Gloss wiping - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 417
fier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 418
., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, be sure to get it fixed. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the instrument panel fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 419
instrument panel fuse block is located to the right of the glove box on the end of the instrument panel. Fuse SWC BACKLIGHT PCM/PASS KEY/CLUSTER PWR MIRROR CRUISE Blank PCM/CRANK Pull the door open to access the instrument panel fuse block. PASS KEY PWR LOCK Usage Steering Wheel Radio Control - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 420
atable Restraint Control Module HVAC Heater-A/C Control BLOWER Fuse MALL CLUSTER STOP LAMP CLUSTER BATT ENHANCED EVAP/AWD Blank ELC/TRAILER CTSY LAMP IGN 1 RR HVAC TEMP CONT RR WPR/WSHR Usage Instrument Cluster, Body Control Module, Electronic Level Control (ELC) Sensor and Relay, Theft, Door Ajar - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 421
HIGH IGN MAIN Relay and PCM, PCM/ABS Electronic Brake Control Module Usage Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Control Module, Headlamp and Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch Power Sliding Door Front Power Windows Six-Way Power Seats and Rear Side Door Actuator Motor Blower Motor Hi Speed Relay Module 5-95 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 422
is on correctly. 2 3 Coolant Fans Not Used Circuit Breakers: Front Comfort Controls Hi Blower, and Headlamp Fuses (Instrument Panel): Hazard and Stoplamp, PASS-Key® Circuit Breaker: Power Seat and Power Sliding Door. Fuses (Instrument Panel): Electronic Level Control and Rear Defogger, Trailer, Fog - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 423
)] Coolant Fans Fuses (Instrument Panel): ABS Module Battery, Cigarette Lighter, Courtesy Lamps, Front Power Socket, Power Locks, Power Mirrors and Right Rear Power Socket, OnStar, RAP Ignition Switch to Fuses (I/P): Body Control Module Program, Front Comfort Controls Low/Medium Blower, Front Wiper - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 424
Running Lamps (DRL) Control Module, Headlamps and Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch Theft-Deterrent Relay to Headlamps Not Used AIR Mini Fuse Puller Air Conditioning Clutch Diode Relay 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Usage Right Fan 1, Left Fan 2 Left Fan 2 Fuses: A/C Clutch, Ignition 1-U/H, Electronic - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 425
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Front A/C Front and Rear A/C Automatic Transaxle Capacities English 1.7 lbs 2.2 lbs 7.4 quarts Metric 0.8 kg 1.0 kg 7.0 L Cooling System 9.6 quarts 9.1 L With A/C With Rear Climate Control 11.9 quarts 11.3 L Engine Oil with Filter 4.0 quarts 3.8 L Fuel Capacity - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 426
✍ NOTES 5-100 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 427
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Maintenance Record ...6-15 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 428
engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 429
, maintenance needs vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. Goodwrench dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 430
, make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. We recommend the use of genuine GM parts. If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 431
(k). Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18. An Emission Control Service. See footnote †. Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear. See Tires on page 5-53. Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). Check engine coolant and - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 432
item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 433
Additional Required Services (cont'd) Service and Miles (Kilometers) Engine cooling system service (or every 5 years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 434
and refill cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and filler neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) Check system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 435
and services. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 436
Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION engine off, turn the ignition to RUN, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 437
• To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required. Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check {CAUTION: When you - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 438
see Engine Oil on page 5-14. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. Windshield ® Washer Solvent. Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada System 89021186). Automatic - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 439
of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood and Door Hinges, Rear Folding Seat, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Fuel Door (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Hinge, Liftgate Canada 10953474). Hinges, Power Sliding Door Cable Sliding Door Track Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 440
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit Spark Plugs Wiper Blades (Hook Type) Driver's Side - 24.0 inches (60.0 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 441
performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 in this section. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 442
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-16 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 443
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-17 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 444
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-18 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 445
Defects ...7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ...7-10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...7-11 Service Roadside Assistance Program ...7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...7-7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 446
Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 447
and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility 's manual (United States only). • Keep track of your vehicle's service history and maintenance schedule. • Find GM dealers for service nationwide - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 448
Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) United States - Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 1-800-222-1020 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 449
equipment that may be required for your vehicle, such as hand controls, wheelchair/ scooter lifts, etc. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935. GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. All TTY users call - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 450
the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. • Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. • Dealer Locator Service In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet's Bumper-to-Bumper warranty - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 451
Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 452
for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses (five day maximum) may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. 7-8 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 453
commonly called event data recorders (EDR). In a crash event, computer systems, such as the Air Bag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated, such as data related to engine speed, brake application, throttle - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 454
check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. 7-10 Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 455
Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 456
bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can : www.helminc.com Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated P. O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 457
Accessory Power Outlets ...3-23 Additives, Fuel ...5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-92 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...5-18 Air Conditioning ...3-24 Airbag Readiness Light ...3-38 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) ...7-9 Airbag System ...1-78 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...1-85 Servicing - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 458
Tape Player ...3-120 Your CD and DVD Player ...3-121 Your CDs and DVDs ...3-121 Cargo Lamp ...3-18 Chains, Tire ...5-66 Change Engine Oil Message ...3-50 B Battery ...5-39 Run-Down Protection ...3-19 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...4-21 Bench Seat, Split ...1-8 Brake Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 459
System ...2-61 Content Theft-Deterrent System, Arming and Disarming ...2-62 Control of a Vehicle ...4-5 Convenience Center ...2-53 Convenience Net ...2-52 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ...3-41 Engine Temperature Warning Message ...3-48 Heater, Engine ...2-32 Cooling System ...5-28 Cruise Control - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 460
System ...3-14 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting ...2-56 Delayed Lighting ...3-17 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Dome Lamp ...3-16 Door Ajar Warning Message ...3-51 Dual Sliding Doors ...2-12 Last Door Dual Trip Odometers ...3-35 DVD Entertainment System ...3-108 4 - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 461
92 Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...5-93 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-92 Underhood Fuse Block ...5-96 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-92 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-18 Battery ...5-39 Change Oil Message ...3-50 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...3-42 Coolant ...5-23 Coolant Heater - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 462
Wiring ...5-92 Headlamps ...5-46 Bulb Replacement ...5-45 Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp System ...3-14 Flash-to-Pass ...3-8 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ...5-48 Halogen Bulbs ...5-45 High/Low Beam Changer ...3-8 Heater ...3-24 Highbeam On Light ...3-45 Highway Hypnosis - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 463
Reading ...Last Door Closed Locking ...Last Door Locking ...LATCH System Child Restraints ...Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...Latches, Side Window ...Level Control ...Liftgate ...Light Airbag Readiness ...Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...Brake System Warning ...Highbeam - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 464
the Environment ...6-2 8 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-42 Manual Seats ...1-3 Manual Windows ...2-22 Message Center ...3-46 Change Engine Oil ...3-50 Charging System Indicator ...3-48 Door Ajar Warning ...3-51 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning ...3-48 Low Fuel Warning ...3-52 Low Oil Pressure - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 465
Parking Assist ...3-20 Brake ...2-36 Over Things That Burn ...2-39 Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...3-30 Passing ...4-12 PASS-Key® III ...2-27 PASS-Key® III Operation ...2-27 PASS-Key® III Security Message ...3-52 Power Accessory Outlets ...3-23 Door Locks ...2-10 Electrical System ...5-92 Rear - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 466
...3-120 Care of Your CD and DVD Player ...3-121 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ...3-121 Radio with Cassette and CD ...3-84 Radio with CD ...3-59, 3-69 Radio with Six-Disc CD ...3-94 Rear Seat Audio ...3-114, 3-116 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ...3-56 Setting the Time for - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 467
Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-89 Restraint Systems Checking ...1-88 Replacing Parts ...1-89 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-31 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...1-42 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-6 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ...4-29 Running Your Engine While - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 468
Service (cont.) Engine Soon Light ...3-42 Publications Ordering Information ...7-11 Traction System Warning Message ...3-46 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-88 Setting the Time Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ...3-56 Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ...3-56 Sheet Metal Damage - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 469
System ...Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ...Tire Sidewall Labelling ...Tire Terminology and Definitions ...Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...Wheel Replacement 47 Control System (TCS) ...4-8 Control System Warning Light ...3-40 Service Traction System Warning - 2005 Chevrolet Venture | Owner's Manual - Page 470
the Content Theft-Deterrent System ...Automatic Door Locks ...Content Theft-Deterrent System ...Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting ...Entering Programming Mode ...Exiting Programming Mode ...Last Door Locking and Lockout Deterrent ...Remote Driver Unlock Control ...Remote Lock and Unlock
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Seats and Restraint Systems
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Front Seats
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Rear Seats
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Safety Belts
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Child Restraints
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Airbag System
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Restraint System Check
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Features and Controls
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Keys
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Doors and Locks
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Windows
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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
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HomeLink
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Transmitter
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Storage Areas
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Vehicle Personalization
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Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Overview
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Climate Controls
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Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
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Message Center
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Driver Information Center (DIC)
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Audio System(s)
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Driving Your Vehicle
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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
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Towing
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Service and Appearance Care
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Service
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Fuel
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Checking Things Under the Hood
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Bulb Replacement
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Tires
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Appearance Care
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Vehicle Identification
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Electrical System
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5-92
Capacities and Specifications
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5-99
Maintenance Schedule
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6-1
Maintenance Schedule
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6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
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7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
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7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
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7-10
Index
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