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2002 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner’s Manual

2002 Chevrolet Avalanche User Manual

This manual will assist Chevy Avalanche owners to learn about features and controls of their vehicle, picture and words work together to explain things quickly and raise the uderstandability.

This crossover SUV/pickup truck is based on the Chevrolet Suburban and uses General Motors' innovative "midgate." Avalanche has four full-size side doors and an open cargo bed separated by the midgate. The rear seat folds and the midgate lowers to eliminate the barrier between cabin and bed, converting the 5.3-ft cargo box to 8.1 ft. The rear window detaches and stores onboard, the bed sidewalls have storage compartments, and the tailgate locks. Standard seating is for six. Front buckets are available. Leather upholstery, heated front buckets, and a power sunroof are optional. The half-ton-payload Avalanche 1500 uses a 5.3-liter V8. The heavy-duty 2500 models have an 8.1-liter V8 and a 37.5-gal fuel tank, 6.5 gal more than the 1500. Both have automatic transmission, front side airbags, and antilock 4-wheel disc brakes. Avalanche offers rear-wheel drive with optional traction control, or GM's Autotrac 4WD that can be left engaged on dry pavement and includes low-range gearing. GM's OnStar assistance system is optional. The 2WD 1500s offer rear self-leveling and a Z66 on-road suspension package, the 4x4s a Z71 off-road suspension. The 1500s also offer "North Face" trim created with the clothing/equipment maker.

Inside this Owner’s Manual:

Seats and Restraint System
Seats and Seat Controls
Safety Belts
Air Bag Systems
Restraint Systems for Children
Features and Controls
Windows
Keys and Door Locks
Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
Liftgate
Automatic Transmission
Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
Parking Brake
Tilt Wheel (If Equipped)
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Windshield Wipers
Cruise Control
Exterior and Interior Lamps
Mirrors
Storage Compartments
Convenience Net/Cargo Cover/Luggage Carrier (If Equipped)
Accessory Power Outlets
OnStar System (If Equipped)
Sunroof (If Equipped)
HomeLink Transmitter (If Equipped)
Instrument Panel, Warning Lights and Gages
Message Center
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
Heating and Air Conditioning
Setting the Radio Clock
Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player
Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)
Your Driving and the Road
Defensive Driving
Drunken Driving
Control of a Vehicle
Braking
Steering
Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions
Off-Road Driving
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Loading Your Vehicle
Towing a Trailer
Problems on the Road
Hazard Warning Flashers
Jump Starting
Towing Your Vehicle
Engine Overheating
Changing a Flat Tire
If You’re Stuck
Service and Appearance Care
Fuel
Checking Fluids and Lubricants
GM Oil Life System
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped)
Brakes
Bulb Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires and Wheels
Appearance Care
Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Capacities and Specifications
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Schedule
Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Maintenance Records Download