2013 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - Page 43

Keys, Doors, and Windows WARNING (Continued) that brings in outside air. This will force outside air into your vehicle. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑4. . 2-9 Rear Glass Removal and Storage { WARNING If the removable rear glass is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Whenever you store the rear glass in the vehicle, always be sure that it is stored securely in the Midgate® storage pocket. Do not remove the rear glass when the rear defroster is on. If you do, you may see a discharge spark coming from the latch area. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all the way. See Engine Exhaust on page 9‑28. Midgate Operation This vehicle is equipped with a Midgate and a removable rear glass panel. The Midgate allows you to extend the length of the vehicle's cargo area. The following are the main components of the Midgate system: A. Latch Levers B. Grab Handles C. Glass-Catch Release Button D. Glass Lock Knobs E. Glass Retaining Tabs F. Midgate Release Handle G. Glass Alignment Arrows