CHEVROLET 2012 Avalanche - Manual (Page 43)

Black plate (9,1) Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual - 2012 - crc 2nd edition - 11/7/11
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-9
Open the rear doors to access the
security locks on the inside edge of
each door.
To set the locks, insert a key into
the slot and turn it to the horizontal
position. The door can only be
opened from the outside with the
door unlocked. To return the door to
normal operation, turn the slot to the
vertical position.
Doors
Midgate ®
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WARNING
It can be dangerous to drive with
the cargo area covered and the
tailgate and the Midgate
® open
because carbon monoxide (CO)
gas can come into your vehicle.
You can not see or smell CO.
It can cause unconsciousness
and even death. If you must drive
with the cargo covers on and the
tailgate and Midgate open or if
electrical wiring or other cable
connections must pass through
the seal between the body and
the Midgate:
. Make sure all windows
are shut.
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WARNING (Continued)
. Turn the fan on your heating
or cooling system to its
highest speed on the setting
that brings in outside air. This
will force outside air into your
vehicle. See Dual Automatic
Climate Control System on
page 8‑4.
. If you have air outlets on or
under the instrument panel,
open them all the way. See
Engine Exhaust on
page 9‑29.
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.