2017 Chevrolet Express Owner's Manual

2017 Chevrolet Express owners manual
Year:
2017
Make:
Chevrolet
Model:
Express
Rating:
(5)

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Size:
6.06 MB

Table of Contents

Contents
2
Introduction
3
Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
4
Symbols
4
In Brief
6
Instrument Panel
7
Initial Drive Information
9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
9
Remote Vehicle Start
9
Door Locks
10
Windows
10
Seat Adjustment
11
Safety Belts
12
Airbag On-Off Switch
12
Mirror Adjustment
13
Steering Wheel Adjustment
14
Interior Lighting
14
Exterior Lighting
15
Windshield Wiper/Washer
15
Climate Controls
16
Transmission
17
Vehicle Features
18
Infotainment System
18
Radio(s)
18
Satellite Radio
19
Portable Audio Devices
19
Bluetooth®
20
Steering Wheel Controls
20
Cruise Control
20
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
21
Parking Assist
21
Power Outlets
21
Performance and Maintenance
21
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
21
Tire Pressure Monitor
22
Fuel
22
E85 or FlexFuel
22
Engine Oil Life System
23
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
23
Roadside Assistance Program
23
Keys, Doors, and Windows
24
Keys and Locks
24
Keys
24
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
26
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
26
Remote Vehicle Start
28
Door Locks
29
Power Door Locks
30
Cargo Door Relocking
30
Delayed Locking
30
Automatic Door Locks
31
Lockout Protection
31
Safety Locks
31
Doors
32
Side Door (60/40 Swing-Out)
32
Sliding Door
33
Rear Doors
33
Vehicle Security
34
Immobilizer
34
Immobilizer Operation
34
Exterior Mirrors
36
Convex Mirrors
36
Manual Mirrors
36
Trailer-Tow Mirrors
36
Power Mirrors
36
Heated Mirrors
37
Interior Mirrors
37
Interior Rearview Mirrors
37
Manual Rearview Mirror
37
Windows
37
Manual Windows
38
Power Windows
38
Swing-Out Windows
38
Enhanced Technology Glass
39
Sun Visors
40
Seats and Restraints
41
Head Restraints
42
Front Seats
42
Seat Adjustment
42
Power Seat Adjustment
42
Reclining Seatbacks
43
Rear Seats
44
Safety Belts
47
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
48
Lap-Shoulder Belt
49
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
54
Safety Belt Extender
54
Safety System Check
55
Safety Belt Care
55
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
55
Airbag System
56
Where Are the Airbags?
58
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
60
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
61
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
61
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
61
Airbag On-Off Switch
63
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
66
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
66
Airbag System Check
66
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
67
Child Restraints
67
Older Children
67
Infants and Young Children
69
Child Restraint Systems
71
Where to Put the Restraint
73
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
74
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
80
Securing Child Restraints (With the Safety Belt in the Rear Seat)
80
Securing Child Restraints (With the Safety Belt in the Front Seat)
82
Storage
86
Storage Compartments
86
Front Storage
86
Additional Storage Features
86
Cargo Tie-Downs
86
Instruments and Controls
88
Controls
89
Steering Wheel Adjustment
89
Steering Wheel Controls
89
Horn
90
Windshield Wiper/Washer
90
Compass
91
Clock
93
Power Outlets
94
Cigarette Lighter
95
Ashtrays
95
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
95
Instrument Cluster
96
Speedometer
97
Odometer
97
Trip Odometer
97
Fuel Gauge
97
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
98
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
99
Voltmeter Gauge
100
Safety Belt Reminders
100
Airbag Readiness Light
100
Airbag On-Off Light
101
Charging System Light
102
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
103
Brake System Warning Light
105
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
105
Tow/Haul Mode Light
106
StabiliTrak® OFF Light
106
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
106
Tire Pressure Light
107
Engine Oil Pressure Light
107
Low Fuel Warning Light
108
Security Light
108
High-Beam On Light
108
Cruise Control Light
108
Information Displays
109
Driver Information Center (DIC)
109
Vehicle Messages
113
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
113
Brake System Messages
113
Compass Messages
114
Door Ajar Messages
114
Engine Cooling System Messages
114
Engine Oil Messages
115
Engine Power Messages
115
Fuel System Messages
116
Key and Lock Messages
116
Lamp Messages
116
Object Detection System Messages
116
Ride Control System Messages
117
Airbag System Messages
118
Security Messages
118
Service Vehicle Messages
118
Tire Messages
119
Transmission Messages
119
Vehicle Reminder Messages
120
Vehicle Personalization
120
Lighting
126
Exterior Lighting
126
Exterior Lamp Controls
126
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
127
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
127
Flash-to-Pass
127
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
127
Automatic Headlamp System
128
Hazard Warning Flashers
129
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
129
Interior Lighting
130
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
130
Dome Lamps
130
Reading Lamps
131
Lighting Features
131
Entry/Exit Lighting
131
Battery Load Management
131
Battery Power Protection
132
Infotainment System
133
Introduction
133
Infotainment
133
Theft-Deterrent Feature
134
Overview (AM-FM Radio)
134
Overview (Radio with CD/MP3)
136
Operation
137
Radio
139
AM-FM Radio
139
Satellite Radio
140
Radio Reception
141
Multi-Band Antenna
142
Audio Players
142
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices
142
CD Player
142
Auxiliary Devices
147
OnStar System
151
Phone
152
Bluetooth
152
Climate Controls
159
Climate Control Systems
159
Rear Heating System
161
Rear Climate Control System
162
Air Vents
164
Maintenance
164
Service
164
Driving and Operating
165
Driving Information
166
Distracted Driving
166
Defensive Driving
166
Drunk Driving
167
Control of a Vehicle
167
Braking
167
Steering
167
Off-Road Recovery
168
Loss of Control
168
Driving on Wet Roads
169
Hill and Mountain Roads
170
Winter Driving
170
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
172
Vehicle Load Limits
172
Starting and Operating
176
New Vehicle Break-In
176
Ignition Positions
177
Starting the Engine
178
Fast Idle System
179
Engine Heater
180
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
181
Shifting Into Park
181
Shifting out of Park
182
Parking over Things That Burn
183
Engine Exhaust
183
Running the Vehicle While Parked
184
Automatic Transmission
184
Manual Mode
187
Tow/Haul Mode
188
Brakes
189
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
189
Parking Brake
190
Ride Control Systems
191
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
191
Locking Rear Axle
192
Cruise Control
193
Driver Assistance Systems
195
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
195
Parking Assist
198
Fuel
199
California Fuel Requirements
200
Fuels in Foreign Countries
200
Fuel Additives
200
E85 or FlexFuel
200
Filling the Tank
201
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
203
Trailer Towing
203
General Towing Information
203
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
203
Towing Equipment
211
Conversions and Add-Ons
213
Add-On Electrical Equipment
213
Vehicle Care
215
General Information
216
California Proposition 65 Warning
216
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
216
Accessories and Modifications
217
Vehicle Checks
217
Doing Your Own Service Work
217
Hood
218
Engine Compartment Overview
219
Engine Oil
220
Engine Oil Life System
222
Automatic Transmission Fluid
223
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
226
Cooling System
227
Engine Coolant
228
Engine Overheating
231
Engine Fan
232
Power Steering Fluid
233
Washer Fluid
234
Brakes
234
Brake Fluid
235
Battery - North America
237
Rear Axle
237
Noise Control System
238
Starter Switch Check
239
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
239
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
240
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
240
Wiper Blade Replacement
240
Headlamp Aiming
241
Bulb Replacement
241
Halogen Bulbs
241
Headlamps
242
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps
243
Taillamps
244
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
245
License Plate Lamp
245
Replacement Bulbs
246
Electrical System
246
Electrical System Overload
246
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
247
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
247
Floor Console Fuse Block
250
Wheels and Tires
253
Tires
253
All-Season Tires
254
Winter Tires
254
All-Terrain Tires
254
Tire Sidewall Labeling
255
Tire Designations
257
Tire Terminology and Definitions
258
Tire Pressure
261
Tire Pressure Monitor System
262
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
263
Tire Inspection
266
Tire Rotation
266
Dual Tire Rotation
267
When It Is Time for New Tires
268
Buying New Tires
269
Different Size Tires and Wheels
270
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
271
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
272
Wheel Replacement
272
Tire Chains
273
If a Tire Goes Flat
274
Tire Changing
275
Full-Size Spare Tire
283
Jump Starting
283
Jump Starting - North America
283
Towing the Vehicle
287
Recreational Vehicle Towing
287
Appearance Care
289
Exterior Care
289
Interior Care
293
Floor Mats
296
Service and Maintenance
297
General Information
297
Maintenance Schedule
298
Special Application Services
303
Additional Maintenance and Care
303
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
306
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
306
Maintenance Replacement Parts
307
Maintenance Records
308
Technical Data
309
Vehicle Identification
309
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
309
Service Parts Identification Label
309
Vehicle Data
310
Capacities and Specifications
310
Engine Drive Belt Routing
312
Customer Information
313
Customer Information
313
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
313
Customer Assistance Offices
315
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
316
Online Owner Center
316
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
317
Roadside Assistance Program
317
Scheduling Service Appointments
319
Courtesy Transportation Program
319
Collision Damage Repair
320
Service Publications Ordering Information
322
Radio Frequency Statement
323
Reporting Safety Defects
324
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
324
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
324
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
324
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
325
Event Data Recorders
325
OnStar®
326
Infotainment System
326
OnStar
327
OnStar Overview
327
OnStar Services
328
Emergency
328
Security
328
Navigation
329
Connections
329
Diagnostics
331
OnStar Additional Information
332
Index
337
Index_A
337
Index_B
338
Index_C
338
Index_D
339
Index_E
340
Index_F
340
Index_G
341
Index_H
341
Index_I
341
Index_J
341
Index_K
341
Index_L
341
Index_M
342
Index_N
343
Index_O
343
Index_P
343
Index_R
343
Index_S
344
Index_T
345
Index_U
346
Index_V
346
Index_W
346

2017 Chevrolet Express Overview

Introduction

The 2017 Chevrolet Express is a full-size van that marries utility with comfort, making it an ideal choice for families and businesses alike. With its robust design, ample space, and impressive reliability, the Express continues to be a favorite for those needing a versatile vehicle capable of accommodating passengers and cargo without breaking a sweat. This model comes equipped with modern amenities, allowing drivers to experience a blend of practicality and style.

Powertrains

The 2017 Chevrolet Express offers a variety of powertrains, catering to different needs and preferences. At the base level, it features a 4.8L V8 engine, delivering 285 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, while an optional 6.0L V8 engine ramps up performance, providing 342 horsepower and 373 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, ensuring efficient power delivery and smooth drivability. The Van’s capability for towing is noteworthy, making it a reliable choice for hauling trailers or heavy loads when necessary.

Trims

The 2017 Chevy Express is available in multiple trims, including the 2500 and 3500 configurations. Each trim can be customized to suit individual needs, with options ranging from basic work-focused interiors to more upscale features such as upgraded upholstery and entertainment systems. The Passenger Van variant emphasizes comfort with generous seating and cargo options, accommodating up to 15 passengers or offering expansive storage capabilities when needed.

Features

Owners Manual

The 2017 Chevrolet Express Owners Manual serves as an essential guide, providing detailed information on vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting tips. This manual equips owners with the knowledge needed to optimize their driving experience while ensuring the vehicle's longevity and reliability for years to come.

User manual download

The Chevrolet Express owner manual for the 2017 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2017 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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