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0The 1998 Chevrolet Lumina Owner’s Manual
1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems
This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “air bag” system.
2-1 Features and Controls
This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
3- 1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
4- 1 Your Driving and the Road
Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.
5- 1 Problems on the Road
This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc.
6-1 Service and Appearance Care
Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.
7-1 Maintenance Schedule
This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.
8-1 Customer Assistance Information
This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to get service and owner publications.
It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on 8-10.
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9- 1 Index
Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find
something you want to read.
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How to Use this Manual
Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning
to end when theyfirst receive their new vehicle. If you
do this, it will help you learn about the features and These mean thereis something that could hurt
controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find you or other people.
that pictures and words work together to explain
things quickly.
you what the hazard is. Then
In the caution area, we tell
Index we tell you what to doto help avoid or reduce the
A good place to lookfor what you need is the Index in hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you
or
list of what’s in
back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical others could be hurt.
the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it.
You will also find a circle
Safety Warnings and Symbols with a slash through init
this book. This safety
You will find a numberof safety cautionsin this book. symbol means “Don’t,’’
We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you “Don’t do this” or “Don’t
about things that could hurt you if you were
to ignore let this happen.”
the warning.
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VehicleDamageWarnings In the notice
area,
we
tell
you
about
something
that
can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage
Also, in thisbookyouwill find thesenotices:wouldnotbecoveredbyyourwarranty,and it could
be costly. Butthe notice will tell you what
to do to help
avoid the damage.
NOTICE:
When you read other manuals, you might see
These mean there is something that could CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors
or in different words.
damage your vehicle.
You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use
the same words, CAUTIONor NOTICE.
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Vehicle Symbols
These aresome of the symbolsyou may find on your vehicle.
For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some
these symbols are important have todo with are on some of are used on other symbols
are used on an for you and your lamps: your controls: warning and you may see:
original battery: your passengers indicator lights:
whenever your
vehicle is
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0Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems I
Here you’llfind information aboutthe seats in your Chevrolet and how to use your safety belts properly.
You can also
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learn about some things you shouldnot do with air bags and safety belts.
1-2 Seats and Seat Controls 1-30 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guidesfor
1-6 Safety Belts: They’refor Everyone Children and Small Adults
1-10 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About 1-33 Children
Safety Belts-- and the Answers 1-35 Built-in Child Restraint (Option)
1-11 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1-48 Child Restraints
1-11 Driver Position 1-61 Larger Children
1-19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1-64 Safety Belt Extender
1-20 Right Front Passenger Position 1-64 Checking Your Restraint Systems
1-20 Air Bag System 1-65 Replacing Restraint System Parts
1-26 Center Passenger Position After a Crash
1-27 Rear Seat Passengers
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Seats and Seat Controls
This section tells you howto adjust the seats and
explains reclining seatbacks and head restraints.
2-Way Manual Front Seat
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Driver’s 4-Way Manual Seat (Option)
The driver’s seat may have a bar and a handle under the
front edge of the seat.Lift the bar to unlock the seat and
to slide it forward and backward.
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FRONT (A): Raise the frontof the seat by holding the
switch up. Hold the switch down to lower the front
of
the seat.
CENTER (B):Move the seat forwardor backward by the
Lift the lever to release the seatback, then move
holding the control to the front or to the back. Raise or seatback to where you want it. Release the lever to
lower the seat by holding the control
up or down. lock the seatback into place. Pull up on the lever
without pushing on the seatback, and the seatback
REAR (C): Raise the rearof the seat by holding the will move forward.
switch up. Hold the switch down to lower the rear
of
the seat.
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Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is
in motioncan be dangerous. Even if you buckle
up, your safety belts can’t do their job when
you’re reclined likethis.
The shoulderbelt can’t do its job because it
won’t be against yourbody. Instead, itwill be in
front of you. In a crash you could go into it,
receiving neckor other injuries.
The lapbelt can’t do its job either. In a crash the
belt couldgo up over yourabdomen. The belt
forces would be there, notat your pelvic bones.
This could cause seriousinternal injuries.
But don’t havea seatback reclinedif your vehicle For proper protectionwhen the vehicle is in
is moving. motion, have theseatback upright. Then sit
well back in the seat and wear your safety
belt properly.
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Head Restraints
Slide the head restraint up or down so that the topof the
restraint is closest to the top
of your ears. This position
reduces the chanceof a neck injuryin a crash. It is extremely dangerous toride ina cargoarea,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,
Safety Belts: They’refor Everyone people ridingin these areas are morelikely to be
This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts seriously injured orkilled. Do not allow people to
properly. It also tellsyou some things you should not do ride in any area of your vehicle that is not
with safety belts. equipped with seats and safetybelts. Be sure
And it explains the air bag system. everyone in yourvehicle is in a seat andusing a
safety beltproperly.
not beif you are buckled up. Always fasten your In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to
safety belt, and check that yourpassengers’ belts wear safety belts. Here’s why:They work.
are fastened properlytoo.
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You never knowif you’ll be in a crash.If you do have Why Safety Belts Work
a crash, you don’t knowif it will be a bad one.
When you ride in or on anything, you go as
fast as
A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be it goes.
so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t
survive. But most crashesare in between. In manyof
them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes
walk away. Without belts they could have been badly
hurt or killed.
After more than30 years of safety belts in vehicles,
the facts are clear.In most crashes buckling up does
matter ... a lot!
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Put someone onit. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle.The rider
doesn't stop.
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The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel...
In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...
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Here Are Questions Many People Ask
About Safety Belts-- and the Answers
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accident if I’m wearing a safety belt?
A: You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety
belt or not. Bat you can unbuckle a safety belt,
even if you’re upside down. And your chance of
being consciousd a g a d afkf an accident, SO
you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if
you are belted.
e.”If my vehicle has air bage, why should I have to
wear safety belts?
A: Air bags are in m y vehicles today and will be in
most of them in the future. But they are
or the safety belts!
supplemental systems only; so they work with
With safety belts, you slow down the
as vehicle does. --
safety belts not insteadof them. Everyair bag
You get more timeto stop. You stop over more distance, system ever offered for sale has regraireidthe use of
and your strongest bones take
the forces. That’s why safety belts. Evenif you’re in a vehicle that has ;air
safety belts make such good sense. bags, you$til1 have to buckle up to get themost
protection. That’strue not only in frontal collisions,
but especially in side and ather collisions.
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&.’ If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
home, why should I wear safety belts?
Adults
A: You may be an excellent driver, butif you’re in an
accident -- even one that isn’t yourfault -- you and This partis only for people of adult size.
your passengerscan be hurt. Being a gooddriver Be aware that there are special thingsto know
doesn’t protect youfrom things beyond your about safety belts and children. And there are
control, such as bad drivers. different rulesfor smaller children and babies.If a
child will be riding in your vehicle,
see the part of
Most accidents occur within25 miles (40 km) this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules
of home. And the greatest numberof serious for everyone’s protection.
injuries and deaths occur at speeds
of less than
know which restraint systems
First, you’ll want to
40 mph (65 km/h). your vehicle has.
Safety beltsare for everyone. We’ll start with the driver position.
Driver Position
This part describesthe driver’s restraint system.
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Lap-Shoulder Belt The shoulder beltmay lock if you pull the belt across
you very quickly. Ifthis happens, let the belt
go back
The driver hasa lap-shoulder belt. Here’show to wear you
slightly to unlockit. Then pull the belt across
it properly. more slowly.
1. Close and lock the door. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until
it clicks.
2. Adjust the seat (to seehow, see “Seats” in the Index) Pull up on the latch plate to make sureit is secure.
so you can situp straight. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt
Extender” at the end of this section.
Make sure the release button on the buckle is
positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the
safety belt quicklyif you ever had to.
3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.
Don’t let it get twisted.
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5 . To make the lap part tight, pull down on
the buckle The lap partof the belt should be worn low and snug on
end of the beltas you pull up on the shoulder belt. the hips,just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies
force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely
to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt
would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go
over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the
body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
The safety belt locksif there's a sudden stopor crash, or
if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it down, squeezethe release lever and move
the height adjuster to the desired position.You can move
Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt
the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt
adjuster to the height that
is right for you.
guide. After you move the adjuster to where you want it,
try to moveit down without squeezing the release lever
to make sure it has locked into position.
Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the
belt is centered on your shoulder.The belt should be
away from your face and neck, but not falling off
your shoulder.
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Q: What’s wrong with this?
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You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder isbelt
too loose. Ina crash, you would move forward
too much, which could increase injury. The
shoulder belt should fit against your body.
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@ What’s wrong with this?
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Q: What’s wrong with this?
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You can be seriously injured if you wear the
shoulder beltunder your arm. In a crash, your
body would move toofar forward, which would
increase the chanceof head and neck injury.
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Also, the belt would apply too much force to the
ribs, which aren’tas strong as shoulder bones.
You could also severelyinjure internal organs
like your liveror spleen.
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You can be seriously iqjured by a twisted belt. In
a crash, you wouldn’t have the full.width af the
belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted,,
make it straight so it can work properly, ar ask
your dealer to fix it.
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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety belts workfor everyone, including pregnant
women. Like all occupants, theyare more likely to be
seriously injuredif they don’t wear safety belts.
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The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Here are the most important things
to know about the air
mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more bag system:
likely that thefetus won’t be hurtin a crash. For
pregnant women, asfor anyone, the key to making
safety belts effectiveis wearing them properly.
Right Front Passenger Position
You can be severely injuredor killed ina crash if
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To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt you aren’t wearing your safety belt even if you
properly, see “Driver Position” earlierin this section. have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a
The right fiont passenger’s safety belt works the same crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things
way as the driver’s safety belt -- except for one thing. inside the vehicleor being ejected fromit. Air bags
If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt all out are “supplemental restraints” to the safety belts.
the way, youwill engage the child restraint locking
feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back all the
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All air bags even reduced-force airbags are
designed to work with safety belts,but don’t
way and start again.
replace them.Air bags are designed to work only
Air Bag System in moderate to severe crashes where the front of
your vehiclehits something. They aren’t designed
This part explains the air bag system.
to inflateat all in rollover, rear, side
or low-speed
Your vehicle has “Next Generation” reduced-force frontal crashes. And,for unrestrained occupants,
frontal air bags -- one air bagfor the driver and another reduced-force air bags may provide less protection
air bagfor the right front passenger. in frontal crashes thanmore forceful air bags have
Reduced-force frontal air bags are designed to help provided in the past. Everyonein your vehicle
reduce therisk of injury fromthe force of an inflating
air bag. But even these air bags must inflate very
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should wear a safety belt properly whether or
not there’s an air bag for thatperson.
quickly if they are to do their job and comply with
federal regulations.
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How the Air Bag System Works
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In any particular crash,no one can say whether an air
bag should have inflated simply because of the damage
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Inflation is determinedby the angle of the impact and
If somethingis between an occupant and an air how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or
bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it near-frontal impacts.
might force the object into that person. The path What makes an air bag inflate?
of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t
In an impact of sufficient severity,the air bag sensing
put anything between an occupant and an air system detects thatthe vehicle is in a crash. The sensing
bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which
steering wheel hub or on or near any other air inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related
bag covering. hardware are all part of the air bag modules insidethe
steering wheel andin the instrument panel in front of the
When should an air bag inflate? right front passenger.
An air bag is designed toinflate in a moderateto severe How does an air bag restrain?
frontal or near-frontal crash.The air bag willinflate In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions,
only if the impact speedis above the system’s designed even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or
“threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straightinto a the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection
wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the forceof
about 9 to 15 mph (14 to 24 km/h). The threshold level the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body,
can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that stopping the occupant more gradually. But air bags would
it can be somewhat above or below this range. If your not help you in many types of collisions, including
vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such rollovers, rear impacts and side impacts, primarily
as a parked car,the threshold level will be higher. The because an occupant’s motionis not toward those air
air bag is not designed toinflate in rollovers, side bags. Air bags should never be regarded as anything
impacts orrear impacts, because inflation would not more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in
help the occupant. moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions.
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What will you see after an air bag inflates? In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag,
After an air bag inflates,
it quickly deflates,so windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.
quickly that some people may not even realize the Additional windshield breakage mayalso occur from
air bag inflated. Some componentsof the air bag the right front passenger air bag.
module -- the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air 0 Air bags are designedto inflate only once. After they
bag, or the instrument panel for the right front inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag
passenger’s bag -- will be hotfor a short time. The system. If you don’t get them, theair bag system
parts of the bag that comeinto contact with you may be won’t be thereto help protect you in another crash.
warm, but nottoo hot to touch. There will be some A new system will includeair bag modules and
smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflatedair possibly other parts. The service manual for your
bags. Air bag inflation doesn’t prevent the driver from vehicle covers the needto replace other parts.
seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle, nor does a Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and
it stop people from leavingthe vehicle. diagnostic module, which records information about
the air bag system.The module records information
about the readiness of the system, when the sensors
are activated and driver’s safety belt usage at
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When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air.
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deployment.
a Let only qualified technicians work
on your air
1 This dust could cause breathing problems for bag system. Improper service can mean that your
people with a history of asthma or other air bag system won’t work properly.
See your
breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyone in the dealer for service.
vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe so.
to do
If you have breathing problems but can’t get out
of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get
fresh air by opening a window or door.
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
NOTICE: Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.
There are parts of the air bag systemin several places
If you damage the covering for the driver’sor the around your vehicle.You don’t want the system to
right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your
work properly.You may haveto replace theair dealer andthe Lumina Service Manual have information
bag modulein the steeringwheel or both theair about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. To
bag moduleand the instrument panel for the purchase a service manual, see “Service and Owner
right front passenger’s air bag. Do not openor Publications” in the Index.
break theair bag coverings.
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Center Passenger Position
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Lap Belt
If your vehicle has front
a split seat and a rear bench
seat, someone can sitin the center positions.
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Buckle, position and releaseit the same way as the lap
part of a lap-shoulder belt.If the belt isn’t long enough,
see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section.
Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned
so you would beable to unbuckle the safety belt quickly
if you ever had
to.
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Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Lap-Shoulder Belt
The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder
belts. Here’s how towear one properly.
1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.
Don’t letit get twisted.
The shoulder beltmay lock if you pull the belt across
you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back
slightly to unlock it. Then pull
the belt across you
more slowly.
2. Push the latch plate intothe buckle until it clicks.
Pull up on the latch plateto make sureit is secure.
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When the shoulder beltis pulled out allthe way, it
will lock.If it does, letit go back allthe way and
start again. If the belt is not long enough,see “Safety
Belt Extender” atthe end of this section. Make sure
the release button onthe buckle is positioned so you
would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if
you ever had to.
The lap partof the belt should be worn low and snug on
the hips,just touching thethighs. In a crash,this applies
force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely
If you slid under it, the belt
to slide under the lap belt.
would apply force atyour abdomen. This could cause
serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go
over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the
body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle
end of the beltas you pull up on the shoulder part. The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash,
or if you pullthe belt very quicklyout of the retractor.
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
A CAUTION: I Children and Small Adults
Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added
You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt
is safety belt comfortfor children who have outgrown
too loose. In a crash, you would move forward child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a
too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away
shoulder belt shouldfit against your body. from the neck and head.
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There isone guide for each outside passenger position
in
the rear seat.To provide added safety belt comfort
for
children who have outgrown child restraints and
for
smaller adults, the comfort guides may be installed on
the shoulder belts. Here’s how to install a comfort guide
and usethe safety belt:
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Built-in Child Restraint (Option) The child should also be atleast one year old.It is
important to use a rear-facing infant restraint until
the child is about a year old.
A rear-facing restraint
gives the infant’s head, neck and body the support they
would needin a crash. See “Child Restraints” later in
this sectionfor more information.
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Adjusting the Harness Height
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3. If the lap-shoulder harnessis buckled, unlatchit by 4. Pull down the seatback partof the pad (D).
pushing the button on the buckle.
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5. Select one side of the harness. Add some slack to the 6. Feed a small amountof harness slack back into
shoulder part by pulling up on the lap part. You’ll the slot.
keep most of this slack until you finishStep 9. 7. Twist the harness slightly to removeit from the slot.
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8. Move the harness up or down tothe correct slot. The 9. Twist the harness slightly to route
it through the
correct slot is the one that will be just
at or
above the correct slot.
top of the child's shoulder. 10. Pull on the harness. Make sureisitproperly routed
and isn't twisted or flipped over.
11. Repeat Steps5 through 10 for the other sideof
the harness. Be sure both sides are adjusted to the
same height.
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12. Move the pad back againstthe child restraint the child restraint’s
for your child, you’re ready to use
seatback. Make surethe harness goes throughthe harness (E) to secure your child.
slots in the pad that match the height adjustment
Don’t usethe vehicle’s safety belts.
slots being used.
13. Press the upper edge of the pad againstthe
fastener strip.
Securing a Child in the Built-in
Child Restraint Using the vehicle’s regular safety belts on a child
seated on the childrestraint cushion can cause
serious injury to the child in a sudden or stop
crash. If a child is the
proper size for the built-in
child restraint, secure the child using the child
restraint’s harness. But children who are too
large for the built-in childrestraint should sit on
the vehicle’s regular seatand use the regular
safety belts.
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Be sure the buckleis free of any foreign objects that
may prevent you from securing the latch plates. If
you can’t secure a latch plate, see your dealerfor
service before usingthe child restraint.
6. In a single motion, pullthe other side of the harness
all theway out. Keeping the harness pulledall the
way out, placeit over the child’s shoulder.
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to make sure theyare
pull on both latch plates
secure. A green indicator will show in each latch
plate window (G).
Ifthe harness locks before thelatch plate reaches the
buckle, let the harnessgo ;illthe way back so it will
move freelyagain. Then repeatSteps 6 and 7. Be
sure to keep the harness pulled all the way out until
vou buckleit.
unce both sidesof the lap-shoulder harness are
pulled outof the retractor and buckled, the harness
will lock.
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A CAUTION:
An unfastened shoulder harness clip won't help
keep the harnessin place on the child's shoulders.
If the harness isn't onthe child's shoulders,it
won't be able to restrain the child'supper body
in a sudden stop or crash. The child could be
seriously injured. Makesure the harness clip is
properly fastened.
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Storing the Built-in Child Restraint
Always properly storethe built-in child restraint
before usingthe vehicle’s lap beltin the center rear
seat position.
1. Buckle the harness and fasten the harness clip.
4. Then press the leg rest firmly into the seatback, and
secure it by pressing the upper corners against the
fastener strips on the seatback.
Just like the other restraint systemsin 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” and “Replacing Seat
and Restraint SystemParts After a Crash” in the Index.
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An infant car bed(A) is a special bed made for use A rear-facing infant restraint(B) positions an infant
in a motor vehicle. It’s an infant restraint system to facethe rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infant
designed to restrain or position a child on a restraints are designedfor infants of up to about
continuous flat surface. With an infant car bed, 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one yearof age. This type
make sure thatthe infant’s head rests toward the of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head,
center of the vehicle. neck and body can have the support they needin a
crash. Some infant seats come in two parts -- the
base stays securedin the vehicle and the seatpart
is removable.
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A forward-facing child restraint(C-E) positions a . ,'I
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When choosing a child restraint, be surethe child
in a vehicle.If it is,
restraint is designed to be used
it will have a label saying that
it meets Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards.
Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You
may find these instructions on the restraint itself orin a
booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in
your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within
the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.
The instructions that come with the infant or child
restraint will show you how to do that. Both the owner’s
manual and the child restraint instructions are important,
so if either oneof these is not available, obtain a
replacement copy fromthe manufacturer.
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a top
Canadian law requires that child restraints have
strap, and that the strap be anchored.
your dealer can
If your child restraint has a top strap,
obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation
instructions specifically designedfor this vehicle. The
dealer can then install the anchor for you.In Canada,
this work will be done for you free of charge. Or, you
may install the anchor yourself using the instructions
provided in the kit.
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If your child'restraint has a top strap,
it should be
anchored. If you needto have an anchor installed, you
can ask your Chevrolet dealer to put it in for you. If you
want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell
youhowtodo it. 4
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Securing aChild Restraint in a Rear
Outside Seat Position
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4. Pull the restof the shoulder beltall the way out of 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into
the retractor to setthe lock. the retractor while you push down on the child
restraint. If you're using a forward-facing child
restraint, you may findit helpful to useyour knee
to push down on the child restraint as you tighten
the belt.
6 . Push and pull the child restraintin different
directions to be sureit is secure.
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To remove the childrestraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s
safety belt and let
it go back all the way. The safety belt
will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult
or larger child passenger.
A child in a child restraint in the center front seat
Securing a Child Restraint inthe Center can be badlyinjured or killed by the right front
Rear Seat Position passenger air bag if it inflates, even though your
vehicle has reduced-force frontal air bags. Never
secure a child restraint in the centerfront seat.
It’s alwaysbetter to secure a child restraint in the
rear seat. You may secure a forward-facing child
restraint in the right front passenger seat, but
before you do, always move the front passenger
seat as far back as it will go. It’s better to secure
the childrestraint in arear seat.
You’ll be using thelap belt. Be sure to follow the
instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure
See the earlierpart about thetop strap if the child
the childin the child restraint when and as the restraint has one.
instructions say.
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1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button
is
plate and pullingit along the belt. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the
2. Put the restraint on the seat. safety belt quicklyif you ever had to.
3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt throughor around the 5. To tighten the belt, pull itsfree end while you push
restraint. The child restraint instructions will show down on the child restraint. If you’re using a
you how. forward-facing child restraint, you may find it
helpful to use your knee to push down on the child
restraint as you tighten the belt.
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6 . Push and pull the child restraintin different
directions to be sureit is secure.
To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle’s I
safety belt.It will be ready to work for an adult or larger A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be
child passenger. seriously injured or killed if the right front
Securing a Child Restraint in theRight passenger’s air bag inflates, even though your
Front Seat Position vehicle has reduced-forcefrontal air bags. This is
because the backof the rear-facing child
restraint would be very close to the inflatingair
bag. Always secure arearfacing child restraint
in therear seat.
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3. Pick up the latch plate, and run thelap and shoulder
portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or
around the restraint.The child restraint instructions
will show you how.
If the shoulder belt goes in front
of the child’s face or
neck, putit behind the child restraint.
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5. Pull the restof the shoulder beltall the wav out of
the retractor to set the lock.
6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the
retractor while you push down on the child restraint.
You may find it helpful to use yourknee to push down Children who have outgrown child restraints should
on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. wear the vehicle's safety belts.
7. Push and pullthe child restraint in different If you havethe choice, a child should
sit next to a
directions to be sureit is secure. window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and
To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle's get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
safety belt andlet it go back allthe way. The safety belt
will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult
or larger child passenger.
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are safer if they
Accident statistics show that children
seat. But they need touse the
are restrained in the rear
safety belts properly.
Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in
a crash.
Here two children are wearing the same belt. The
Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other belt can’t properly spread the impactforces. In a
people who are. crash, thetwo children can be crushed together
and seriously injured. A belt must beused by
only one personat a time.
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Never do this.
Here a child is sitting in a seat
that has a
lap-shoulder belt,but the shoulderpart is 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 wouldthen be applied right on the
child’s abdomen.That could cause seriousor
fatal injuries.
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Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems
If the vehicle’s safety beltwill fasten around you, you Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light
should use it. and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and
But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your anchorages are working properly.If your vehicle has a
dealer will orderyou an extender. It’sfree. When you go built-in child restraint, also periodically make surethe
coat you will wear,so the
in to order it, take the heaviest harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, retractors and
extender will be long enough for you. The extender will anchorages are working properly. Look for any other
be just for you, andjust for the seat in your vehicle that loose or damaged safety belt and built-in child restraint
you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and useit system parts. If yousee anything that might keep a
only for the seat it is made to fit.To wear it, just attach it safety belt or built-in child restraint system from doing
to the regular safety belt. its job, have it repaired.
in a
Tom or frayed safety belts may not protect you
crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
If a belt is
torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
If your vehicle has the built-in child restraint, torn or
frayed harness straps canrip apart under impact forces
just like torn or frayed safety belts can. They may not
If a harness strap is torn or
protect a child in a crash.
frayed, get a new harness right away.
Also lookfor any opened or broken air bag covers, and
have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
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Replacing Restraint System Parts If safety belts or built-in child restraint harness straps
are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also
After a Crash may mean you will needto have safety belt, built-in
If you’ve had a crash, do you need new safety beltsor child restraint or seat parts repaired or replaced.New
built-in child restraint parts? parts and repairs maybe necessary even if the safety belt
or built-in child restraint wasn’t being used theattime
After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. of the collision.
But if the safety belts or built-in child restraint harness
straps were stretched, as they would ifbeworn during a If an air bag inflates, you’ll need
to replace air bag
more severe crash, then you need new safety belts or system parts. See the parton the air bag system earlier
harness straps. in this section.
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b% NOTES
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0Section 2 FeaturesandControls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting,
shifting and braking. Also explained
are the instrument panel and
the warning systems that tell you if everything
is
working properly-- and what todo if you have a problem.
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Keys
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1 The ignition key isfor the The ignition keys don’t have plugs.
Your dealer
or Chevrolet Roadside Assistance has the code
for
your keys.
The door key does have a plug. The plug has a code on
it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how
to
make extra door keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If
you lose your door keys, you’ll be able to have new ones
made easily using these plugs.
If you need a new ignition key, contact your dealer who
can obtain the correct key code, or, in an emergency, call
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance at 1 -800-CHEV-USA
1 1 The door key isfor the (1-800-243-8872). In Canada,call 1-800-268-6800.
I NOTICE:
Your vehicle has a number of new features
that can help prevent theft. But you can have a
lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever
lock your keys inside. You may even have to
damage your vehicle to get in.So be sure you
have extra keys.
When a new vehicle is delivered,
the dealer removes
the plugs from the door keys and gives them to the
first owner.
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Door Locks
A CAUTION:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
-- --
Passengers especially children can easily
open the doors and fallout. When a door is
locked, the inside handlewon’t open it.
Outsiders caneasily enter through an unlocked
door when you slow down or stop your vehicle.
This may not be so obvious: You increase the
chance of being thrown outof the vehicle in a
crash if the doors aren’tlocked. Wear safety belts From the inside, push the lever on the left (shown
properly, lock your doors, and you will be far To unlock, pull
above) to lock the door manually.
the lever.
better off whenever you drive yourvehicle.
Power Door Locks
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Press the power door lock switch on the right (shown
above) tolock or unlock all doors.
From the outside, use your door key or remote keyless
entry transmitterif your vehicle has this option. The rear doors do not have power door lock switches.
The lever on each rear door works only that door’s lock.
It won’t lock or unlock allthe doors.
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Rear-Door Child Security Locks 2. Close the door.
When these locks are set,the inside door handles 3. Do the same thing onthe other rear door.
will not openthe rear doors. Be sure tolet adults and To open a door when the security locks are set, unlock
older children know how the locks work and how to the doorfrom the inside and then open the door using
cancel them. the outside door handle.If you want to cancel the
To use the rear-door child security locks: security locks, move the lever down.
Leaving Your Vehicle
If you are leavingthe vehicle, take your keys, open your
door andset the locksfrom inside. Then getout and
close the door.
Remote Keyless Entry(If Equipped)
If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock
your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet (1 m)
up to 30 feet (9 m) away usingthe remote keyless entry
transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Your remote keyless entry transmitter operates on a
radio frequency subjectto Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
1. Open the rear door. Use a key to move the lever all
the way up.
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This device complies withPart 15 of the FCC Rules. 0 Check the distance.You may be too far from your
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy
(1) this devicemay not cause harmful interference, or snowy weather.
and (2) this device must accept any interference 0 Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be
received, including interference that may cause blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or
undesired operation. right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 0 If you’re still having trouble, see your dealer or a
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: qualified technician for service.
(1) this devicemay not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including Operation
interference thatmay cause undesired operationof
the device. Press UNLOCK once to
Lnanges or modifications to this system by other than unlock the driver’s door.
an authorized service facility could void authorization Press UNLOCK again
to use this equipment. within five seconds to
unlock all remaining doors.
This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to Pressing UNLOCK will
30 feet (9 m). At times you may notice a decrease in also cause the vehicle’s
range. Thisis normal for any remote keyless entry interior lampsto come on
system. If the transmitter does not work iforyou have for a periodof time. (See
to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to “Sustained Interior
work, try this: Illumination” in the Index
Check to determine if battery replacement or for more details).
transmitter resynchronizationis necessary. See the
instructions that follow.
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To lock both doors, pressLOCK. To unlock the trunk, Battery Replacement
press the trunk symbol onthe transmitter. The trunk
will only unlock if your transaxleis in PARK (P); Under normal use,the battery in your remote keyless
pressing LOCK or the trunk symbol will also cause entry transmitter should last about three years.
the vehicle’s interior lamps to come on for a period You can tellthe battery is weak if the transmitter won’t
of time. (See “Sustained Interior Illumination” in the work at the normal range in any location. If you have to
Index for more details). get close to your vehicle beforethe transmitter works,
it’s probably time to change the battery.
Matching Transmitter(s)To Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitterfrom unlocking your vehicle. NOTICE:
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any When replacing the battery, use care not to
remaining transmitters with you when you go to your touch any of the circuitry. Static from your
dealer. Whenthe dealer matches the replacement body transferred to these surfaces may damage
transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters
must alsobe matched. Once your dealer has coded the the transmitter.
new transmitter,the lost transmitter will not unlock your
vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters For battery replacement, use typeCR2032 or
matched to it. an equivalent.
3. Snap the top and bottom together; make sure the
halves are together tightlyso water won’t getin.
4. Test the operationof the transmitter with your
vehicle. If the transmitter does not work,
try
synchronizing the transmitter with your receiver,
(located in your vehicle).
Synchronization
Synchronization may be necessary due to the security
method used by this remote keyless entry system. The
transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the
receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal it
has previously been sent. This prevents someone from
recording and playing backthe signal from the
To replace the battery: transmitter.
1. Insert aflat object like a dime into the slot on
the To resynchronize the transmitter with the receiver,
back of the transmitter. Gently pry apart thefront do the following: While standing close to your vehicle,
and back. simultaneously press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK
buttons on the transmitter for about five seconds. The
2. Remove the battery and replaceit with the new one, door locks should cycle (lock and unlock) to confirm
making sure the positive(+) side of the battery is synchronization. If the locksdo not cycle,see your
facing down. dealer for service.
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Trunk Trunk Lock
l o unlock the trunk from the outside, insert
the door
I key and turnit. You can also use the remote keyless
entry functionif your vehicle has this option. Just press
the trunk symbol on the transmitter, making sure your
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid shift leveris in PARK (P).
open becausecarbon monoxide (CO)gas can
come into yourvehicle. You can’t see or smell
Remote Trunk Release (Option)
CO. It can cause unconsciousnessand even death. Press the button under
If you must drive with the trunk lid openor if the instrument panelon
electrical wiringor other cableconnections must the driver’s side.Your
pass through the seal between the body and the transaxle shift lever must
trunk lid: be in PARK (P).
Make sure allwindows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating cooling
or
system toits highest speed withthe setting
on VENT. That will force outsideair into
your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls” in
the Index. Remember, your trunk can be opened at any time using
If you have air outlets onor under the this lock release,so be sure tolock your doors.
instrument panel, open them allthe way.
See “Engine Exhaust’’ in theIndex.
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Theft Parking Lots
Vehicle theft is big business, especially
in some cities. If you park in lot
a where someone will be watching
Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent your vehicle, it’s best to lock
it up and take your keys.
features, we know that nothing we put itoncan make But what if you have to leave your ignition key?
it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you a If possible, park in a busy, well
lit area.
can help.
0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your
Key in the Ignition trunk or glove box. Be sure to close and lock
the
storage area.
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an
-- so
easy target for joy riders or professional thieves a Close all windows.
don’t do it. 0 Lock the glove box.
When you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door, 0 Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key
from the ignition and take
it with you. Alwaysdo this. a Then take the door key and remote keyless entry
Your steering wheel will be locked, andso will your transmitter with you.
ignition and transaxle. And remember to lock the doors.
Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your
vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables outof sight.
Put themin a storage area,or take them with you.
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PASS-Key’ I1 discourages someone from randomly trying different
keys with different resistor pellets in an attempt to
Your vehicle is equipped make a match.
with the PASS-Key I1 The ignition key must be clean and dry before it’s
(Personalized Automotive inserted inthe ignition orthe engine may not start. If the
Security System) engine does not start andthe SECURITY light is on, the
theft-deterrent system. key may be dirty or wet. Turn the ignition off.
PASS-Key I1 is a passive
theft-deterrent system. Clean and dry the key. Wait about three minutes and try
It works when you insert again. If the starter still won’t work, and
the key appears
or remove the keyfrom to be clean and dry, wait about three minutes and try
the ignition. another ignition key. At this time, you may also want to
check the fuses (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the
Index). .Ifthe starter won’t work with the other key, your
PASS-Key I1 uses a resistor pellet the
in ignition key
vehicle needs service.If your vehicle does start, the first
that matches a decoder in your vehicle.
ignition keymay be faulty.See your dealer or a
When the PASS-Key I1 system senses that someoneis locksmith who can service the PASS-Key 11.
using the wrong key,it shuts downthe vehicle’s starter
If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or
and fuel systems. For about three minutes, the starter
missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work and the
won’t work andfuel won’t go to the engine. If someone
SECURITY light will come on. But you don’t have to
tries to start your vehicle again or uses another key wait three minutes before trying another ignition
key.
during this time,the vehicle will not start. This
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See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the New Vehicle “Break-In”
PASS-Key I1 to have a new key made.
If you’re ever driving and the SECURITY light comes
on and stays on, you will be able to restart your engine NOTICE:
if you turnit off. Your PASS-Key I1 system, however,
is not working properly and must be serviced by Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate
your dealer.Your vehicle is not protectedby the “break-in.” But itwill perform better in the long
PASS-Key I1 system. run if you followthese guidelines:
If you lose or damage a PASS-KeyI1 ignition key, see --
Don’t drive at any one speed fast or
your dealer or a locksmith who can service
PASS-Key I1 --
slow for thefirst 500 miles (805km).
to have a new key made.In an emergency,call the Don’t make full-throttle starts.
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Centerat Avoid making hard stops for thefirst
1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). In Canada, 200 miles (322km) or so. During this time
call 1-800-268-6800. your new brake linings aren’tyet broken
in. Hard stopswith new linings can mean
premature wear and earlierreplacement.
Follow this breaking-inguideline every
time you get new brake linings.
Don’t tow a trailer during break-in.
See “Towinga Trailer” in the Index for
more information.
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Ignition Positions LOCK (B): Before you put the keyinto the ignition
switch, the switch is in LOCK. It’s alsothe only position
in which you can remove your key. This position locks
your ignition, steering wheel and transaxle. It’s
a
theft-deterrent feature.
OFF (C): This positionlets you turnoff the engine but
still turnthe steering wheel.It doesn’t lock the steering
wheel. UseOFF if you must have your vehicle pushed
or towed.
RUN (D): This positionis where the key returns
after you start your vehicle. With the engine off, you
E can use RUNto display someof your warning and
indicator lights.
START (E): This position starts your engine.
A warning chime will sound if you open the driver’s
With the ignition key inthe ignition switch, you can turn door when the ignition isin OFF, LOCK or ACC and
the switchto five positions: the key is in the ignition.
ACC (A):The accessory positionlets you use things
like the radio and windshield wipers when the engine is
off. To use ACC, push in the key and turn it toward you.
Your steering wheel will stay locked.
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NOTICE: NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t Don’t try to shiftto PARK (P) if your Chevrolet
turn it, be sureyou are using the correctkey; if is moving. If you do, you could damage the
so, is it all theway in? If it is, then turn the transaxle. Shift toPARK (P) only when your
steering wheel left and rightwhile you turn the vehicle is stopped.
key hard. But turn the key only with your hand.
Using a tool to forceit could break thekey or the 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your
ignition switch. If none of this works, then your ignition key toSTART. When the engine starts, let
vehicle needs service. go of the key. Theidle speed will go down as your
engine gets warm.
Starting Your 3100 Engine
Move your shift leverto PARK (P) or NEUTRAL(N). NOTICE:
-- that’s a
Your engine won’t start in any other position
safety feature.To restart when you’re already moving, Holding yourkey in START for longer than
use NEUTRAL (N) only. 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to
be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat
can damage your starter motor.
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2. If your engine won’tstart (or starts but then stops), Starting Your 3800 Series I1 Engine
it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try
pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the Move your shiftlever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
floor and holdingit there as you holdthe key in -- that’s a
Your engine won’t start in any other position
START for up to 15 seconds. Thisclears the extra safety feature.To restart when you’re already moving,
gasoline from the engine. use NEUTRAL (N) only.
NOTICE: NOTICE:
Your engine is designed to workwith the Don’t try to shift toPARK (P) if your Chevrolet
electronics in yourvehicle. If you add electrical is moving. If you do, you could damage the
parts oraccessories, you could change theway transaxle. Shift to PARK (P) only when your
the engine operates. Before adding electrical vehicle is stopped.
equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t,
your engine might not perform properly. 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your
If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see ignition key toSTmT. When the engine starts, let
the part of this manual thattells how to doit go of the key. The idle speed willgo down as your
without damaging yourvehicle. See “Towing engine gets warm.
Your Vehicle” in theIndex.
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NOTICE: NOTICE:
Holding yourkey in START for longer than Your engine is designed towork with the
15 seconds at a time will cause yourbattery to electronics in yourvehicle. If you add electrical
be drained muchsooner. And the excessive heat parts oraccessories, you could change theway
can damage your starter motor. the engine operates.Before adding electrical
equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t,
2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in your engine might not perform properly.
START for about three tofive seconds at a time If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see
until your engine starts. Wait about15 seconds the partof this manual that tells how to do it
between eachtry to help avoid draining your battery without damaging yourvehicle. See “Towing
or damaging your starter. Your Vehicle” in the Index.
3. If your enginestill won’t start (or starts but then
stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.
Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to
the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in
START for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts
briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but
this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds.
This clearsthe extra gasolinefrom the engine.
After waiting about 15 seconds, repeat the normal
starting procedure.
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Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The
cord is located behind the vehicle’s passenger side
headlamp fixture.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
A CAUTION:
Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet
could causean electrical shock. Also, the wrong
kind of extension cord could overheat and cause
a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug
the
cord into a properly grounded three-prong
In very cold weather,0 OF (- 18 C) or colder, the engine
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coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and 110-volt AC outlet. If the cordwon’t reach, usea
better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for
the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of at least 15 amps.
four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug
and store the cord as it was before to keep it
away from moving engine parts.If you don’t, it
could be damaged.
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I How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged There are several different positions
for your shift lever.
in? The answer depends onthe outside temperature, the
kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of
PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It’s the best
position to use whenyou start your engine because your
trying to list everything here,
we ask that you contact
vehicle can’t move easily.
your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your
vehicle. The dealer can give youthe best advicefor that
particular area.
Automatic Transaxle Operation
It is dangerous toget out of your vehicle if tl
shift leveris not fully in PARK (P) with the
parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll,
Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is
running unless you have to. If you have left the
engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly.
You or others could be injured. To be sure your
vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly
level ground, always set your parking brake and
move the shiftlever to PARK (P).
Your automatic transaxle may have a shift lever on the See ‘‘Shifting Into PARK (P)” in theIndex. If
steering columnor on the console between the seats. you’re pulling a trailer,
see “Towing a Trailer’’ in
Maximum engine speed is limitedon automatic the Index.
transaxle vehicles, when you’re inPARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N), to protect driveline components from
improper operation.
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Make surethe shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t
starting the engine. Your vehicle has a Brake-Transaxle connect withthe wheels. To restart when you’re
Shift Interlock.You must fully apply your regular brakes already moving, use NEUTRAL(N) only. Also, use
before you can shiftfrom PARK (P) when the ignitionis NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.
in RUN. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease
pressure on the shift lever by pushing it allthe way into
PARK (P) while keepingthe brake pedal pushed down.
Release the shift lever button if you haveconsole
a shift.
Then move the shift leverout of PARK (P), being sure
to press the shiftlever button if you have a console shift. Shifting outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)
See “Shifting Outof PARK (P)” in the Index. while your engineis “racing” (running at high
speed) is dangerous. Unless your footis firmly
REVERSE (R):Use this gear to back up. on the brakepedal, your vehicle could move
very rapidly. You could lose control and hit
NOTICE: people or objects. Don’t shift outof PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N)while your engineis racing.
Shifting toREVERSE (R)while your vehicle is
moving forward could damage your transaxle.
Shift toREVERSE (R)only after yourvehicle
is stopped.
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I NOTICE: NOTICE:
Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly,
of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)with the engine or if it seems not to shift gears you
as go faster,
racing isn’t covered by your warranty. something may be wrong with your transaxle;
your vehicle may default to SECOND(2).
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (GB):This positionis for However if you drive veryfar that way, your
normal driving.If you need more powerfor passing, vehicle can be damaged. So if this happens, have
and you’re: your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you
can use SECOND (2) when you are driving less
Going less than 35 mph (55 km/h), push your
than 35 mph (55 kmh) and AUTOMATIC
accelerator pedal about halfway down.
OVERDRIVE (0) for higherspeeds.
Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the
accelerator pedal allthe way down.
DRIVE (D): This position is also usedfor normal
You’ll shift down to the next gear and have driving, butit offers more power and lower fuel
more power. economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE(@).
Here are some times you might choose DRIVE (D)
instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a):
When driving on hilly, winding roads.
0 When towing a trailer, so thereis less shifting
between gears.
When going down a steep hill.
SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power
lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. (but lowerfuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can
as you go down steep
It can help control your speed If the
use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud.
mountain roads, but then you wouldalso want to use shift leveris put in FIRST (l),the transaxle won’t shift
your brakes off and on. is going slowly enough.
into first gear until the vehicle
NOTICE: NOTICE:
Don’t drive inSECOND (2)for more than If your frontwheels can’t rotate,don’t try to
25 miles (41 km)at speeds over55 mph drive. This might happenif you were stuck in
(90 km/h), or you can damage yourtransaxle. very deep sandor mud or were up againsta solid
Use DRIVE (D) or AUTOMATIC object. You could damage yourtransaxle.
OVERDRIVE (@)as much aspossible. Also, if you stop whengoing uphill, don’t hold
Don’t shift into SECOND(2) unless you are going your vehicle there with only the accelerator
slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), or you can pedal. This couldoverheat and damage the
damage yourengine. transaxle. Use your brakes or shift intoPARK (P)
to holdyour vehicle in positionon a hill.
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Parking Brake
NOTICE:
ITo set the parking brake,
hold the regular brake Driving with the parking brakeon can cause
pedal down with your your rear brakesto overheat. You may have to
right foot. Push down the
replace them, and you could also damage other
parts of your vehicle.
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I
Shiftiy Into PARK (P) Column Shift
1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and
set the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever into thePARK (P) position
like this:
It can be dangerous to get out of your V I icle if
the shift lever is not fully PARK
in (P)with the
parking brake firmly set.Your vehicle can roll.If I
you have leftthe engine running,the vehicle can
move suddenly.You or others could be injured.
To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when
you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that
follow. If you’re pullinga trailer, see“Towing a
Trailer” inthe Index.
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Console Shift
1. Hold the brake pedal down with your rightfoot and
set the parking brake.
2. Move the shift leverinto the PARK (P) position
like this:
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Torque Lock
Engine Running If you are parking on hill
a and you don’t shift your
transaxle intoPARK (P) properly,the weight of the
IA CAUTIdN:
vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in
the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift
lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.”To
It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the prevent torque lock,set the parking brake and then shift
engine running. Your vehicle could move into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s
suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in
PARK (P) seat. To find out how, see “ShiftingInto PARK (P)” in
the Index.
with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you
leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out
overheat and even catch fire. You or others could of PARK (P) before you releasethe parking brake.
be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another
engine running unlessyou have to. vehicle push yours alittle uphill to take someof the
pressure from the parking pawlin the transaxle,so you
can pull the shift lever outof PARK (P).
If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine
running, besure your vehicle isin PARK (P) and your
parking brake isfirmly set before you leave it. After
you’ve movedthe shift lever into the PARK (P)
position, holdthe regular brake pedal down. Then, see
if you can movethe shift lever awayfrom PARK (P)
without first pulling it toward you (or, if you have the
console shift lever, without first pushing the button).If
you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’tfully locked
into PARK (P).
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1 Shifting Outof PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn
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1 I
1
Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While
You’re Parked
park with the engine running. But you
It’s better not to if
ever haveto, here are some things to know.
Engine exhaust cankill. It contains the gas
carbon monoxide (CO),which you can’t see or
smell. It can cause unconsciousnessand death.
You might have exhaust coming in if: Idling theenglne with the climate control
Your exhaust system sounds strange system off could allow dangerous exhaust into
or different. your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under
Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. “Engine Exhaust”).
Your vehicle was damaged ina collision. Also, idling ina closed-in place can let deadly
Your vehicle was damaged when driving over carbon monoxide (CO) into yourvehicle even
high points on the road or over road debris. if the fanswitch isat the highest setting.One
Repairs weren’t done correctly. --
place this can happenis a garage. Exhaust with
Your vehicle or exhaust system had been
modified improperly.
--
CO can come in easily. NEVER park ina
garage with the engine running.
If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into Another closed-in place can bea blizzard.
your vehicle: (See “Blizzard” in theIndex.)
Drive it only with all the windows down to L
blow out any CO; and
Have your vehicle fixed immediately,
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Power Windows (Option)
A CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if
the shiftlever is not fullyin PARK (P) with the
parking brakefirmly set. Your vehicle can roll.
Don’t leave your vehicle when the engineis
running unless you have to. If you’ve left the
engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly.
You or others could be injured. To be sure your
vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly
level ground, always set your parking brake and
move the shiftlever to PARK (P).
Follow the proper stepsto be sure your vehicle won’t Switches on the driver’s door armrest control each of the
move. See “ShiftingInto PARK (P)” in the Index. windows when the ignitionis on or inACC. In addition,
If you are parking ona hill and if you’re pulling a each of the passenger’s doors has a switch
for its
trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. own window.
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To stop the window whileit is lowering, press thefront Tilt Steering Wheel
of the switch.To raise the window, press and hold the
front of the switch. I A tilt steering wheel allows
The driver’s window controls also include a lock-out you to adjustthe steering
switch. PressLOCK OUT to stop front and rear wheel before you drive.
passengers from using their window switches. The
You can also raiseit to the
driver canstill control all the windows with the lock on. highest levelto give your
Press the switch again for normal operation. Whenthe legs more room when you
orange band on the switch is showing, the passengers exit and enter the vehicle.
can operate their windows.
Horn
Press on or along
the top edge of your steering wheel
horn symbols to soundthe horn.
To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the
lever as shown. Move the steering wheel to a
comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the
wheel in place.
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lbrn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two
downward (for left) positions. These positions allow
you to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
When theturn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
- An arrow on the instrument
panel will flashin the
direction of the turnor
lane change.
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Windshield Washer Cruise Control (If Equipped)
At the top of the multifunction lever, there’s a paddle
with the wordPUSH on it.To spray washer fluid on the
windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will runfor
several sweeps and then either stop or return to your
preset speed.
your
vision.
~
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In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until
the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer
fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking
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Setting Cruise Control
/d CAUTION: I
0 Cruise control can be dangerous where you
A CAUTION:
can’t drivesafely at a steadyspeed. So,
don’t use your cruise control on winding If you leave your cruise controlswitch on when
roads or inheavy traffic. you’re not using cruise,you might hita button
0 Cruise control can be dangerous on and go into cruisewhen you don’t want to. You
slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes could bestartled andeven lose control. Keep the
in tire traction can causeneedless wheel cruise controlswitch off until you want touse it.
spinning, andyou could lose control. Don’t
use cruise control on slippery roads. 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON.
2. Get up to the speed you want.
3. Push in the SET button
at the endof the lever
and release it.
M I S ‘I T
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Resuming a Set Speed Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed There are two ways to to goa higher speed:
and then you applythe brake. This shuts off the cruise
Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.
control, but you don’t need to reset
it when you want
Push theSET button at the endof the lever, then
to resume your previous speed.
release the button andthe accelerator pedal. You’ll
Once you’re going about now cruise at the higher speed.
25 mph (40 km/h) or more, Move the cruise switch fromON to WA. Hold it
you can move the cruise there until you get up
to the speed you want, then
control switchfrom ON to release the switch.(To increase your speedin very
WA (Resume/Accelerate) small amounts, move the switch to R/A. Each
for about half a second. time you do this, your vehicle will go about1 mph
(1.6 km/h) faster.)
The accelerate feature will only work after
you set the
cruise control speedby pushing the SET button.
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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Using Cruise Control on Hills
There are two waysto reduce your speed while using How well your cruise control will work on hills depends
cruise control: upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
0 Push in the SET button until you reach the lower
When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the
speed you want, then release it. accelerator pedalto maintain your speed. When going
downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear
0 To slow down in very small amounts, push theSET to keep your speed down.Of course, applyingthe brake
button for less than half a second. Each time you do takes you outof cruise control. Many drivers find this to
this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on
steep hills.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When Ending Cruise Control
you take yourfoot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow There are two ways to turn off the cruise control:
down tothe cruise control speed youset earlier.
0 Step lightly on the brake pedal; OR
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Exterior Lamps PC Turn the knob to this symbol (B) to turn on
the parking and other operating lamps without
the headlamps.
-‘QTurn
t ,
- the knob to this symbol (C) to turn on
the headlamps and other operating lamps.
Turn the knob toOFF to turn off the lamps.
A warning chime will sound when you turn the ignition
switch toOFF, LOCK or ACC with the lamps on.
Daytime Running Lamps/ Automatic
Headlamp Control
Daytime Running Lamps(DRL) can make it easier
for others to see the frontof your vehicle during the
day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving
The lamp controls are on
the instrument panel. They conditions, but they can be especially helpfulin the
control these systems: short periods after dawn and before sunset.
0 Headlamps A light sensoron top of the instrument panel makes the
0 Taillamps DRL work,so be sureit isn’t covered.
0 ParkingLamps The DRL system will make your high-beam headlamps
0 LicenseLamps come on at a reduced brightness when:
0 SidemarkerLamps 0 The ignition is on,
0 Instrument Panel Lights 0 The headlamp switch is off and
0 CourtesyLamps 0 The parking brake is released.
When the DRL areon, only your reduced intensity Courtesy Lamps
high-beam headlamps will beon. The taillamps,
sidemarker andother lamps won’t be on. Your When any dooris opened, several lamps comeon. These
instrument panel won’t be
lit up either. lamps are courtesy lamps. They make it easy for you to
enter and leave your vehicle.You can also turn these
When it’s dark enough outside, your DRL will turn off lamps on by movingthe dial near the headlamp knob all
and your low-beam headlamps will turnon. The other the way up.
lamps that come on with your headlamps will also
come on. Some of the lamps have switchesso you can turn them
on, even when the doorsare closed. These lampsare
When it’s bright enough outside, the low-beam reading lamps.To avoid draining your battery,
be sure to
DRL turns on your
headlamps will go out, and turn off all reading lamps when leaving your vehicle.
high-beam headlamps at reduced intensity.
To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking
Sustained Interior Illumination
brake while the ignitionis in OFF or LOCK. Then start Your courtesy lamps will come
on and stay onfor a set
your vehicle.The DRL will stay off until you release the time whenever vou:
parking brake. 0 Open a door.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular 0 Press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry
headlamp system when you needit. transmitter (if equipped).
Interior Lamps 0 Press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter
(if equipped).
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
0 Press the trunk symbol on the remote keyless entry
You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lamps by transmitter (if equipped).
moving the dial (A) (located next tothe headlamp
switch). See “Exterior Lamps” text earlierin this
section. If you turnthe dial all the way up, your courtesy
or interior lamps will come on.
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If you open a door, the lamps will stay on while it’s Rearview Mirror Reading Lamps
open and then turn off automatically about 18 seconds
after you closeit. If you don’t open a door, the lamps
will turn off after about18 seconds, unless you press
UNLOCK or the trunk symbol on the remote keyless
entry transmitter.If you press UNLOCK or the trunk
symbol and don’t open a door, the lamps will turn off
after about55 seconds. If you press LOCK on the
remote keyless entry transmitter the lamps will off turn
about 17 seconds after all the doors are closed.
Sustained interior illumination includes a feature called
theater dimming. With theater dimming, the lamps don’t
just turn off at the endof the delay time. Instead, they
slowly dim during the delay time until they go out. The
delay timeis canceled if you turn the ignition keyto
RUN or START, so the lamps willgo out right away.
When the ignition is on, sustained interior illumination These lamps go on when you open the doors. When
is inactive, which means the courtesy lamps won’t the doors are closed, turn the lamps on and uff with
come on. the switches.
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Battery Saver Manual Outside Mirrors
Your vehicle has afeature to help prevent you from Adjust the right mirrorby
draining the battery, in case you accidentally leave the hand. To adjust theleft
courtesy lamps on.If you leave the dial turned allthe mirror, movethe knob in
way up, orif you leave a door open,the lamps will the direction you want to
automatically turnoff after 10 minutes if the ignition move the mirror.
is off.
This feature will not turn off the reading lamps, only
the lamps controlledby the dial. Be sure to turn off
any reading lamps using the switch before you leave
the vehicle.
Mirrors
Power Outside Mirrors (If Equipped)
Adjust all the mirrors so you can see clearly when you
are sitting in a comfortable driving position. The power mirror controlis
on the driver’s door. Turn
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror the control tothe left to
You can adjustthe mirror for day or night driving. Press adjust the left mirroror to
the tab forward (awayfrom you) for day driving.Pull the right to adjust the right
the tab back (toward you)for night driving. mirror. Then movethe
control in the direction you
want to move the mirror.
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Convex Outside Mirror Storage Armrest
Your passenger’s side mirror is convex.A convex To use the storage area,
mirror’s surface is curvedso you can see more from fold down the armrest. Press
the driver’s seat. the latchon the front edge
of the armrest and pull up.
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Door Storage Compartments Convenience Net (Option)
Each of the doors has a storage compartment. see it
Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll
just inside the back wall
of the trunk.
Center Console Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can
help keep them from falling over during sharp turns
or
quick starts and stops.
The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads.Store them in the
trunk as far forward as you can.
You can unhook the netso that it will lie flat when
you’re not using it.
Ashtrays and Lighter
The center front ashtray may beon the instrument panel
or on the console.To remove the instrument panel
ashtray, open it, push down on the locking tab and pull
out the ashtray.
Your vehicle may have a rear ashtray. isItlocated
To open the storage area, press the button located on the within a small door at the rearof your console. Push on
left front edge of the storage door andlift the cover.The the right side of the door. The ashtray will then rotate to
console has a cassette and CD storage bin and a the rightfor usage. You can only access the ashtrayby
cupholder. To use the cupholder for large cups, remove pushing on the door’s right side.To remove the ashtray,
the insert. push down on the snuffer located in the middle of the
ashtray and lift it out.
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Sun Visors
NOTICE: To block out glare, you can swing down the visors.
You
can also move them from side to side.
Don’t put papers and other things that burn
into your ashtrays.If you do, cigarettesor Visor Vanity Mirrors
other smoking materials could set them on fire, Open the cover to exposethe vanity mirror. Forthe
causing damage. driver’s mirror, slide the cover
to the side. Forthe
passenger’s mirror,lift the cover.The lamps will come
To use the lighter,just push it in all theway and let go. on when you openthe cover onthe passenger’s visor.
When it’s ready,it will pop back by itself.
I NOTICE:
Don’t hold a cigarette lighter with
in your hand
while it is heating.If you do,it won’t beable to
back away from the heating element when it’s
ready. That can makeit overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
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I
Floor Mats (Option) 3. Use a screwdriver to screw the locator post into the
vehicle’s carpeting. Press down while turning to
allow the locator “auger point”to pierce the floor
carpet. The locator will not screw down tightly, but
will rotate freely when installed properly.
Usage
1. To remove the mat, pull up on the rear of the mat to
unsnap it from the locator post(see view B).
...... ..
2. To re-install the mat, align the grommet inthe mat
over the locator post and push down to snap the mat
into place (see view B).
View A View B
Installation
1. Move the driver’s seat toits most rearward position.
2. Locate the driver’s side floor mat in the vehicle
with the rear of the mat against theleft (outboard)
front edge of the seat track mounting bracket (see
view A).
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Auxiliary Power Connection
NOTICE:
Your vehicle is equipped
with auxiliary power leads. Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle
These leads can be used can damageit or keep other things from working
to power aftermarket
as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by your
electrical equipment
added to your vehicle. warranty. Check with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment and never use anything that
exceeds the fuse rating.
of the vehicle,
They are located on the passenger’s side
below the glovebox and behind whatis referred to asa
“hush panel.” For additional information
on accessing
these leads and electrical hookup, please refer to a
service manual.To order a service manual,see “Service
Publications, Ordering” in the Index.
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Sunroof (Option) OnStar System (Option)
This system may be obtainedfrom your dealer. The
following services are available24 hours a day:
0 Roadside Service with Location
@\
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A. Vents E. Audio System
B. Instrument Cluster E Ashtray and Lighter
C. Climate Controls/Rear Defogger G. Remote Trunk Release
D. Glove Box H. Lamp Controls
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Instrument Panel Cluster
\\-
VOLTS AIR BAG
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0
HOT
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Speedometer/Odometer Tachometer
Your speedometer lets you see your speedin both miles The tachometer displays
(km/h). Your
per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour the engine speed in
odometer shows howfar your vehicle has been driven in thousands of revolutions
either miles (used in the United States) or in kilometers per minute (rpm).
(used in Canada).
Your vehicle has a tamper-resistant odometer.
If you see
silver lines betweenthe numbers, you’ll know someone
has probably tampered withit and the numbers may not
be correct.
You may wonder whathappens if your vehicle needs a
new odometer installed. Ifthe new one can be set to the
mileage totalof the old odometer, then that is what will
be done. If it can’t, thenit will be set at zero and a label NOTICE:
must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage
reading when the new odometer was installed. Do not operate the engine with the tachometer
in
Trip Odometer may occur.
the red area, or engine damage
Your trip odometer tells howfar you have driven since
you last reset it.To set it to zero, press the reset button.
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Warning Lights, Gages When one of the warning lights comes on and stays
on when youare driving, or when oneof the gages
and Indicators shows there may be a problem, check the section that
This part describes the warning
lights and gages that tells you what to do about
it. Please follow this manual’s
may be on your vehicle.The pictures will help you advice. Waiting to do repairscan be costly -- and even
locate them. dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights
and gages. They’re a big help.
Warning lights and gages can signal that something
is
wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to cause an Safety Belt Reminder Light
expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
your warning lights and gages could also
save you or When the keyis turned to RUN or START, a chime will
others from injury. come onfor about eight seconds to remind people to
fasten their safety belts, unless
the driver’s safety belt
Warning lights come on when there may or be is a is already buckled.
problem with oneof your vehicle’s functions.As you
will see in the details onthe next few pages, some The safety belt light
warning lights come on briefly when youstart the will also come on and
engine just to let you know they’re working. If you stay on until the driver’s
are familiar with this section, you should not be belt is buckled.
alarmed when this happens.
Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem
with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and
warning lights work togetherto let you know when
there’s a problem with your vehicle.
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Air Bag Rc iliness Light Charging System Light
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument The charging system light
panel, which shows AIRBAG or the air bag symbol. will come on briefly when
The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for you turn onthe ignition, as
malfunctions. The light tells youif there is an electrical
problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors,
VOLTS a check to show you it’s
working. Then it should
the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing go out.
and diagnostic module. For more information on the air
bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.
If it stayson, or comes on while you are driving, you
This light will come on
may have a problem with the charging system. It could
when you start your engine,
indicate that you have a loose drive belt or another
and it will flashfor a few
electrical problem. Haveit checked right away. Driving
AIR BAG seconds. Thenthe light
drain your battery.
while this light is on could
should go out.This means
the system is ready. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be
certain to turn off all your accessories, such the
as radio
and air conditioner.
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the
engine or comes on when you are driving, your air bag
system may not work properly. Have your vehicle
serviced right away.
The air bag readiness light should flashfor a few
seconds when you turn the ignition keyRUN. to If the
light doesn’t come on then, haveit fixed so it will be
ready to warn you if there
is a problem.
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Brake System Warning Light
Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into
two parts. If one part isn’t working,the other part can
,ACAUTION:
still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you Your brake system may not be working properly
need both parts working well. if the brake system warning light is on. Driving
If the warning light comeson, there is a brake problem. with the brake system warning light on can lead
Have your brake system inspected right away. to an accident.If the light is still on or if the
anti-lock brake system warning light is flashing
This light should comeon after you’ve pulledoff the road and stopped
’ briefly when you turn the carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
ignition key toRUN. If it
BRAKE doesn’t come on then, have
it fixed so it will be ready
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Light (Option)
With the anti-lock brake
system, this light will Your regular brake system may not be working
ANTI - come on whenyou start properly if the anti-lock brake system warning
your engine and it will light is flashing. Driving with the anti-lock
LOCK stay on for three seconds. brake system warning light flashing can lead
That’s normal. to an accident. After you’ve pulledoff the road
and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed
for service.
If the light flashes when you’re driving, you don’t have
anti-lock brakes and there could be a problem with your
You
regular brakes. Pulloff the road and stop carefully. If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on
may notice that the pedal is harder to push.
Or, the pedal longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn
may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. the ignition off. Or,if the light comes on and stays on
Have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Towing Your when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn
Vehicle” in the Index.) the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the
system. If the light still stays on,
or comes on again
while you’re driving,your vehicle needs service. If the
light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system
warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes,you but
don’t have anti-lock brakes.
The anti-lock brake system warning light should come
on briefly whenyou turn the ignitionkey toRUN. If the
light doesn’t come on then, haveit fixed so it will be
ready to warn youif there is a problem.
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Anti-Lock Brake System Active Engine Coolant Temperature Light
Light (Option)
This light tells you that
LOW
When your anti-lock system
is adjusting brake pressure
to help avoid a braking skid,
the anti-lock brake system
- your engine coolant has
overheated or your radiator
cooling fan@) are not
working.
TRAC active light will come on. HOT
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Low Coolant Warning Light
You have a gage that shows If this light comes on, your
the engine coolant system is low on coolant
temperature. If the gage LOW engine
the
andmay
pointer moves intothe red overheat. See “Engine
area, your engine is too hot! Coolant” in the Index and
100 I
have your vehicle serviced
k as soon as you can.
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This system is called OBD11(On-Board This light should comeon, as a check to show youit is
Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended working, when the ignition is on andthe engine is not
to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels
for running. If the light doesn’t come on, have
it repaired.
the life of the vehicle, helpingto produce a cleaner This light will also come on during a malfunction onein
environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light of two ways:
comes onto indicate that thereis a problem and service 0 Light Flashing-- A misfire condition has been
is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and
system before any problem is apparent. This may may damage the emission control system on your
prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis
system is also designed to assist your service technician and service may be required.
in correctly diagnosing any malfunction.
0 Light On Steady-- An emission control system
malfunction has been detected on your vehicle.
NOTICE: Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and
service may be required.
If you keep driving your vehicle with this light
If the Light Is Flashing
on, after a while, your emission controls may not
work as well, your fuel economy may not be as The following may prevent more serious damage to
good and your engine may not run as smoothly. your vehicle:
This could lead to costly repairs that may not be 0 Reducing vehicle speed.
covered by your warranty.
Avoiding hard accelerations.
Avoiding steep uphill grades.
0 If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of
cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.
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If the light stops flashing and remains on steady,
see “If If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition
the Light Is On Steady” following. will usually be corrected when the electrical system
If the light continues to flash, whenit is safe todo so, dries out.A few driving trips should turn the light off.
stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Have you recently changed brands of fuel?
10 seconds and restart the
Turn the key off, wait at least If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see
engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your
Is On Steady” following. If the light is still flashing, engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may
follow the previous steps, anddrive the vehicle to your notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you
dealer or qualified service centerfor service. put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on
If the LightIs On Steady acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These
conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.)
You may be able to correctthe emission system This will be detected by the system and cause the light
malfunction by considering the following: to turn on.
Did you recently put fuelinto your vehicle? If you experience one or more of these conditions,
If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install change the fuel brand you use. It will requireat least one
the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel full tank of the proper fuel to turn
the light off.
cap has beenleft off or improperly installed.A loose or If none ofthe above steps have made the light
turn off,
missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the have your dealeror qualified service center check the
atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and
installed should turn the light off. diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical
Did youjust drive through adeep puddle of water? problems that may have developed.
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Oil Warning Light
If you have a problem with
your oil, this light may stay
on after you start your Don’t keep drivingif the oil pressure is low. If
engine, or come on when you do, your enginecan become so hot thatit
OIL you are driving. catches fire. You or otherscould be burned.
Check your oil as soon as possible and have your
vehicle serviced.
This indicates thatoil is not going through your engine
quickly enough to keepit lubricated. The engine could
be low onoil or could have some otheroil problem.
Have it fixed right away. I NOTICE:
The oil light could also come on in two other situations:
Damage to your engine fromneglected oil
0 When the ignition ison but the engine is not running, problems can becostly and is not coveredby
the light will come on as a test to show youit is your warranty.
working, but thelight will go out when you turn the
ignition toSTART. If it doesn’t come on with the
ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse
or bulb. Have it fixed right away.
0 If you makea hard stop, the light may come on
for a
moment. This is normal.
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Low Oil Level Light Change Oil Soon Light
Your engine is equipped The CHG OIL SOON
with an oil level monitoring light should come
LOW system. When the ignition CHG on as a bulb check when
OIL key is turned on, the LOW OIL you start the engine.
OIL light will briefly flash. SOON
it fixed so it will be
If the light does not flash, have If this light stayson for about 20 seconds after you turn
ready to warn you if there’s a problem. on the ignition, have the oil changed.
If the light stays on,
stop the vehicle on a level surface When to change your oil also depends on driving habits
and turn the engineoff. Check the oil level using the and conditions because they directly affect engine speed,
engine oil dipstick. (See. “Engine Oil”in the Index.) coolant temperature and vehicle speed. Because of this,
If the light does notflash, have the low oil level sensor the CHG OILSOON light may come on as early as
system repaired so it will be readyto warn you if 2,000 miles (3,200 km) or lessfor harsh conditions.
there’s a problem. Also see “Maintenance Schedule”in the Indexfor
The oil level monitoring system only checks the oil level further instructions on when to change your Tooil.reset
during the brief period between key on and engine the CHGOIL SOONlight, see “CHG OILSOON Light,
crank. It does not monitorthe engine oil level when the How to Reset”in the Index. Also, see “OilLife
engine is running. Additionally, anoil level checkis Monitor” in the Index.
only performedif the engine has been turned off for a
considerable periodof time, allowing the oil normally in
circulation to drain back into the
oil pan.
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Security Light Fuel Gage
This light will come on Your fuel gage tells you
when you turn the key to about how muchfuel you
START and stay on until the have left when the ignition
SECURITY vehicle starts. \
\
I /
/ is on. Whenthe indicator
nears EMPTY (E), you still
have alittle he1 left, but
E you should get more soon.
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b NOTES
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0 Section,3 ComfortControlsandAudioSystems
In this section, you’llfind out how to operatethe comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle.
Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
3-2 Comfort Controls 3-8 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
3-4 Air Conditioning and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
3-4 Heating 3- 13 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player
3-4 Ventilation System and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
3-5 Ventilation Tips 3- 17 Theft-Deterrent Feature(If Equipped)
3-5 Defogging and Defrosting 3- 19 Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
3-5 Rear Window Defogger 3-19 Understanding Radio Reception
3-6 Audio Systems 3-20 Tips About Your Audio System
3-6 Setting the Clock for Systems without 3-21 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
Automatic Tone Control 3-22 Care of Your Compact Discs
3-6 Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic 3-22 Care of Your Compact Disc Player
Tone Control 3 -22 Fixed Mast Antenna
3-6 AM-FM Stereo
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Comfort Controls With these systems, you can controlthe heating, cooling
and ventilationin your vehicle. The systems work best
Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls if you keep your windows closed while using them.
Fan Knob
The right knob with the fan symbol selects the force
of
air you want. Toturn thefan off, turn the knobto “0.”
Temperature Control
If your system does not have the auxiliary temperature
control option, the center knob changes the temperature
of the air coming through the system. Turn this knob
toward red (to the right)for wanner air. Turn it toward
blue (to the left)for cooler air.
If your system does have the auxiliary temperature
control option, the center levers change the temperature
of the air coming through the system. The DRIV
lever setsthe temperature for the driver and rear seat
passengers, and thePASS lever setsthe temperature
MAX
for the front seat passenger. For maximum defroster
performance, set theDRIV and PASS levers at
full warm.
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Mode Knob +a
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Air Conditioning If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use
it to help your system provide warmfaster
air when it’s
On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let cold outside(0°F (-18°C) or lower). An engine coolant
hot, insideair escape. This reduces theA/C compressor heater warms the coolant your engine and heating
load, which should helpfuel economy. system uses to provide heat.See “Engine Coolarg
For quick cool-down on very hot days, use MAX with Heater” in the Index.
the temperature control allthe way in the blue area. If
this setting is used for long periods
of time, the air in Ventilation System
your vehicle may becometoo dry.
For normal cooling on hot days, use A/C with the
temperature control in the blue area.
The system will
bring in outside air and cool
it.
On cool but sunny days, the sun may warm your
upper body, but your lower body may not be warm
enough. You can use BI-LEVEL with the temperature
control in the middle. The system will bringin outside
air and directit to your upper body, while sending
slightly warmed airto your lower body.You may
notice this temperature difference more at some times
than at others. Adjust the direction of airflow by movingthe vents.
Heating Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies
On cold days use FLOOR with the temperature control outside airinto the vehicle whenit is moving. Outside
all the way in the red area. The system will bring in air will also enterthe vehicle when the air conditioning
outside air, heatit and send it to the floor ducts. fan is running.
Ventilation Tips Rear Window Defogger
0 For mild outside temperatures when little heating or The rear window defogger
cooling is needed, use VENTto direct outside air uses a warming grid to
through your vehicle. remove fog from the rear
0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or window. Press the knob to
any other obstruction, suchas leaves. The heater and turn the defogger on.
defroster will workfar better, reducing the chance of
fogging the inside of your windows.
0 When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, set the
mode toFLOOR and the fan to the highest speedfor
a few moments before drivingoff. This helps clear
the intake ductsof snow and moisture and reduces
the chanceof fogging the inside of your windows.
Keep the air path under the front seats clear of It will turn itselfoff after about 10 minutes. If you turn
objects. Thishelps air to circulate throughout it on again,the defogger will only run for about five
your vehicle. minutes before turningoff. You can also turnit off by
turning off the ignitionor pressing the button again.
Defogging and Defrosting
Do not attach anythinglike a temporary vehicle license
Your system has two settings for clearing the front and or decal across the defogger grid.
side windows. To defrost the windows quickly, use
DEFROST with the temperature knob(s)all the way in
the red area. To warm passengers while keeping the
windows clean, use DEFOG.
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I NOTICE: Setting the Clock for Systems with
Automatic Tone Control
Press and holdHR until the correct hour appears.
Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp Press and holdMN until the correct minute appears.
on the insideof the rear window.If you do, you
could cut or damage the warming grid, and the AM-FM Stereo
repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Audio Systems
Your Delco Electronics audio system has been designed
to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure.
You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you
acquaint yourself withit first. Find out what your Delco
Electronics system can do and how to operate all its
controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the
advanced engineering that went into it.
Setting the Clock for Systems without
Automatic Tone Control Playing the Radio
Press SET.SET will appear onthe display for five VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off and
seconds. Withinfive seconds, press and hold the right controls the volume.To increase volume and turn the
arrow on the SEEK button until the correct minute radio on, turn the knob tothe right. Turnit to theleft to
appears. Press and hold theleft arrow on the SEEK decrease volume.
button untilthe correct hour appears.
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RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by 3. Tune in the desired station.
pressing the RECALL knob. When the radio is playing, 4. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.)
press this buttonto recall the station frequency.
5. Press and holdone of the four numbered buttons,
Finding a Station within five seconds. The sound will mute. Whenit
AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch betweenAM returns, releasethe button. Whenever you press that
and FM. The display shows your selection. numbered button, the station you set will return.
TUNE: Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations. 6 . Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
SEEK: Press the right orleft arrow togo to the next In addition tothe four stations alreadyset, up to three
higher or lower station and stay there. more stations may be preset on each band by pressing
two adjoining buttonsat the same time. Just:
SCAN: Press and holdone of the SEEK arrows;SCAN
will appear onthe display. Use SCAN to listen to 1. Tune in the desired station.
stations for a few seconds.The radio willgo to a station, 2. Press SET. (SET will appear onthe display.)
stop for a few seconds, then go on to the next station.
3. Press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same
The radio will scan upor down the radio band,
time, within five seconds. The sound will mute.
depending onthe arrow you pressed first. Press both
When it returns, releasethe buttons. Whenever
SEEK arrowsor the upper knobto stop scanning.
you press the same buttons, the station youset
PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttonslet will return.
you return to yourfavorite stations. You can set up to
14 stations (sevenAM and sevenFM). Just: 4. Repeat the stepsfor each pair of pushbuttons.
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Setting theTone AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
BASS: Slide the lever up or down to increaseor and Automatic Tone Control(If Equipped)
decrease bass.
TREB: Slide the lever up or down to increase or
decrease treble.If a stationis weak or noisy, you
may want to decrease the treble.
Adjusting the Speakers
BAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move
the sound to theleft or right speakers.The middle
position balances the sound between the speakers.
FADE: Turn the control behind the lower knob to move
the sound to the front or rear speakers. The middle
position balances the sound between the speakers. Playing the Radio
PWR-VOL: Press this knobto turn the system onand
off. To increase volume, turn the knobto the right. Turn
it to the left to decrease volume.
The knob is capable of
rotating continuously.
RECALL: Press this button to recall the station being
played. If you pressthe button whenthe ignition is off,
the clock will show for a few seconds.
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SCV: Your system hasa feature called SCAN: Press oneof the SEEK arrows for two seconds,
Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV). With SCV, your and SCANwill appear in the display. Use SCANto
audio system adjusts automatically to make for up road listen to stations for a few seconds.The radio willgo to
and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the a station, stop for a few seconds, thengo on to the next
desired level. Move the control ring behind the upper station. PressSEEK again to stop scanning. The sound
knob to theright to adjust the SCV. Then, as you drive, will mute while scanning.
SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let
to overcome noiseat any particular speed.The volume you return to yourfavorite stations. You can set up to
level should always soundthe same to youas you drive. 18 stations (six AM,six F M l and six FM2).Just:
If you don’t want to useSCV, turn the control all the
way down. Each notch on the control ring allowsfor 1. Turn the radio on.
more volume compensationat faster vehicle speeds. 2. Press AM-FM to select the band.
Finding a Station 3. Tune in the desired station.
AM-FM: Press this buttonto switch betweenAM, F M 1 4. Press AUTO TONE to select the equalization that
and FM2. The display shows your selection. best suits the typeof station selected.
TUNE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turnit to 5. Press and holdone of the six numbered buttons. The
choose radio stations. Push the knob back into
its stored sound will mute. Whenit returns, release the button.
position when you’re not using it. Whenever you press that numberedbutton, the
SEEK: Press the rightor left arrow to go tothe station you setwill return and theAUTO TONE
next higheror lower station. The sound will mute equalization that you selected will also be
while seeking. automatically selectedfor that button.
6. Repeat the stepsfor each pushbutton.
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P.SCAN: Press this button to listen to each
of your Push these knobs backinto their stored positions when
favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few you’re not using them.
seconds. The radio will scan through each of the stations
AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset
stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with bass and treble equalization settings designedfor
weak reception. The AUTO TONE setting stored for country/western, classical, news, rock, pop andjazz
that pushbutton will be automatically chosen. Press stations. C/W will appear on the display when you fiist
P.SCAN or one of the pushbuttons again tostop press AUTO TONE. Each time you press it, another
scanning. P.SCAN will be displayed whenever the tuner setting will appear on the display. Press
it again after
is in the P.SCAN mode. The channel number(Pl-P6) JAZZ appears and the AUTO TONE display willgo
will appear momentarily just before the frequencyis blank. Tone control will return to the BASS and TREB
displayed. InFM mode, this function will scan through knobs. Also, if you use the BASS and TREB knobs,
both FM1 and FM2 preset stations andFM1 or FM2 control will return to them and the AUTO TONE
will appear on the display. display will go blank.
Setting the Tone Adjusting the Speakers
BASS: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the BAL: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the
knob to the right to increase bass and the
to left to knob to the right for the right speakers and to the left
decrease bass. When you use this control, the radio’s for the left speakers. The middle position balances the
AUTO TONE setting will switch to manual and the sound between the speakers.
AUTO TONE display willgo blank.
FADE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn
TREB: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the the knob to the rightto adjust the sound to the front
knob to the right to increase treble and to the left to speakers and to the left for the rear speakers. The middle
decrease treble. When you use this control, the radio’s position balances the sound between the speakers.
AUTO TONE setting will switch to manual and the
AUTO TONE display will go blank. If a station is weak Push these knobs back into their stored positions when
or noisy,you may want to decrease the treble. you’re not using them.
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Playing a Cassette Tape PREV (1): Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to
Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are go tothe previous selectionon the tape if the current
30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than selection has been playing for less than eight seconds.
that are so thin they may not work well in this player. If If the PREV buttonis pressed and the current selection
a tape is inserted when the ignition is on but the radiois has been playingfor more than eight seconds, it will
off, the tape will begin playing. A tape symbol is shown go to the beginning of the current selection.Your tape
in the center of the graphic display whenever a tape is must have at least three seconds of silence between each
inserted. When a tapeis active, the tape symbol will be selection for PREV or SEEK to work.The tape direction
accompanied by a direction arrow. arrow blinks during PREV or SEEK operation. The
sound will mute during PREV or SEEK operation. Press
While the tape is playing, usethe VOL, AUTO TONE, this button orone of the SEEK arrows again to return to
BAL, FADE, BASSand TREB controlsjust as you normal play.
do for the radio. Other controls may have different
functions when a tapeis inserted. The display will show PROG (2): Press this button to play the other sideof
the tape symbol and an arrow to show which side of the the tape.
tape is playing. NEXT (3): Press this buttonor the right SEER arrow
If you hear nothing or hear just a garbled sound,it may to go to the next selection on the tape.
If you hold the
not be in squarely. Press EJECTto remove the tape and button or pressit more than once, the player will
start over. continue moving forward through the tape. Your tape
must have at least three secondsof silence between
The player is able to detect a tightor broken tape, and each selectionfor NEXT or SEEK to work. The tape
will ejectthe tape. The radio will go back to playing the direction arrow blinks during NEXT or SEEK operation.
last station selected. The sound will mute duringNEXT or SEEK operation.
The player automatically senses the cassette for metal or Press this button orone of the SEEK arrows again to
Cr02 and sets the pre-emphasis. Anytime a tapeis return to normal play.
inserted, the top side is selected to playfirst.
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REV (4): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. cassette tape in the player while listening to the itradio,
Press it again to returnto playing speed. The radio will may become warm.
play the last-selected station while the tape reverses.
CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette
00 (5): Press this button to reduce background noise. tape player needs to be cleaned. will
It still play tapes, but
Note that the double-D symbolwill appear on the display. you should clean itas soon as possible to prevent damage
Dolby Noise Reductionis manufactured undera license to the tapes and player.See "Care of Your Cassette Tape
from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby Player" in the Index. After you clean the player, press and
and the double-D symbolare trademarks of Dolby hold EJECT for five secondsto reset the CLN indicator.
Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The radio will display--- to show the indicator was reset.
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AUTO TONE: This feature allows youto choose preset Playing a Compact Disc
bass andtreble equalization settings designedfor Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The
countqdwestern, classical, news, rock, pop and jazz player will pullit in. The disc should begin playing.The
stations. C/W will appear on the display when youfirst display will show CD and the CD symbol. If you want
press AUTO TONE. Each time you press it, another to insert a compact disc with the ignition off,first press
setting will appear onthe display. Press it again after RECALL or EJECT.
JAZZ appears andthe AUTO TONE display willgo
blank. Tone control will return theto BASS and TREB If you’re driving on a very rough road or if it’s very hot,
knobs. Also,if you use the BASS and TREB knobs, the disc may not play andERR (error) may appear on
control will return to them and the AUTO TONE the display. Press RECALL to take ERR off the display.
display will go blank. When things get back to normal, the disc should play.
If the disc comes out,it could be that:
Adjusting the Speakers
0 The disc is upside down.
BAL: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the
It is dirty, scratched or wet.
knob tothe right for the right speakers andto the left for
the left speakers. The middle position balancesthe It is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and
sound between the speakers. try again.)
FADE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the PREV (1): Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to
knob to the right to adjustthe sound to thefront go to the previous track if the current selection has been
speakers and tothe left for the rear speakers. The middle playing for less than eight seconds.If the PREV button
position balancesthe sound between the speakers. is pressed and the current selection has been playing for
Push these knobs back into their stored positions when more than eight seconds, it will go the to beginning of
you’re not using them. the current selection.If you hold the button or pressit
more than once,the player will continue moving back
through the disc.The sound will mute while seeking.
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I
RDM (2): Press this buttonto hear the tracksin random, AM-FM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc
RANDOM will show on
rather than sequential, order. is in the player.The letters CD will gooff the display.
the display.Press RDM again to turnoff random play.
CD AUX: Press this button to change to the disc
RDM is reset to off when the disc is ejected. function when the radiois on. A CD icon will appear
NEXT (3): Press this button or the rightSEEK arrow on the display whenthe disc is in the player, whether
to go to the next track. If you hold
the button or press it is active or not.If your systemis equipped with a
it more than once, the player will continue moving remote playback device, pressingthis button a second
forward through the disc. The sound will mute time will allowthe remote device to play.
while seeking.
EJECR Press this button to remove the disc. The radio
REV (4): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse will play.The disc will start at
the first track when you
within a track. Releaseit to play the passage. You can reinsert it.
use the counter reading onthe display to locate a If you turn off the ignitionor radio with a disc in I
passage more easily.
the player, it will stayin the player. When youturn
FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance on the ignition or system, the disc will start playing
quickly within a track. Release it to resume playing. where it was stopped. If you press EJECT but don't
You can use the counter reading on the display to locateremove the disc,the player will pullthe disc back into
a passage easily. protect it after about one minute. If you leave a compact
RECALL: Press this button to see which track is disc in the player while listening to the radio, it may
playing. Press it again within five seconds tosee how become warm.
long it has been playing (elapsed time). The track
number also appears whenyou change the volume or
when a new track starts to play.
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Theft-Deterrent Feature(If Equipped) 1. Write down any threeor four-digit number from
000 to 1999 and keepit in a safe place separate
THEFTLOCK' is designed to discourage theft of your from the vehicle.
radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio
functions whenever battery power is removed. Your 2. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN.
audio systemis equipped with THEFTLOCK if 3. Turn the radio off.
THEFTLOCK is displayed on the front of the radio.
4. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down
The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or until --- shows on the display. Next you will the
use
ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the secret code number which you have written down.
radio is not protected bythe feature. If THEFTLOCK
is activated, your radio will not operate if stolen. 5 . Press MN and000 will appear on the display.
When THEFTLOCKis activated, the radio will display 6. Press MN again to make thelast two digits agree
LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery with your code.
power has been interrupted. If your battery loses power 7. Press HR to make thefirst one or two digits agree
for any reason, you must unlock the radio withthe with your code.
secret code beforeit will operate.
8. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the
Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature code matches the secretcode you have written down.
The display will showREP to let you know that you
The instructions which follow explain how enter to your need to repeatSteps 5 through 7 to confirm your
secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is secret code.
recommended that you read through all nine steps
before startingthe procedure. 9. Press AM-FM and this timethe display will show
SEC tolet you know that your radio is secure. The
NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse indicator by the volume control will begin flashing
between any steps,the radio automatically revertsto when the ignition is turned off.
time and you muststart the procedure overat Step 4.
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Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORYor RUN.
Power Loss
2. Turn the radio off.
Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than
15 seconds between steps:
3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down
until SEC shows on the display.
1. LOC appears when the ignition is on.
4. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display.
2. Press MN and000 will appear on the display.
5. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree
3. Press MN again to makethe last two digits agree with your code.
with your code.
6 . Press HR to make thefirst one or two digits agree
4. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code.
with your code.
7. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the
5. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down.
code matchesthe secret code you have written down. The display will show---,indicating that the radiois
The display will showSEC, indicating the radio is no longer secured.
now operable and secure. If the code entered is incorrect,SEC will appear on the
If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will display. The radio will remain secured until the correct
appear on the display.You will have to wait an hour code is entered.
with the ignition on before you can try again. When you
When battery power is removed and later applied to a
try again, you will only have three chances to enter the
LOC will
secured radio,the radio won’t turn on and
correct code beforeINOP appears. appear on the display.
If you lose or forget your code, contact your dealer. To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking the
Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power
Loss” earlier
in this section.
Enter your secret code follows;
as pause no more than
15 seconds between steps:
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls VOLUME: Press the upor
(If Equipped) down arrow to increase or
decrease volume.
If your vehicle has thisfeature, you can control certain
radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
SEEK: Press the up arrow
to tune to the next radio
station and the down
arrow to tuneto the
previous radio station.
PLAY: Press this button to play a cassette tape or
compact disc whenthe radio is playing.
MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press
it again to turn onthe sound.
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FM Stereo
FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals NOTICE:
will reach only about10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall
Before you add any sound equipment to your
buildings or hills can interfere withFM signals, causing
the sound to come and go. --
vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile
Tips About Your Audio System
--
telephone or two-way radio be sureyou can
add whatyou want. If you can, it’s very
Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable important to do properly.
it Added sound
until it is too late.Your hearing can adapt to higher equipment may interfere with the operationof
volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud your vehicle’s engine, Delco Electronics radioor
and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by other systems, and even damage them. Your
adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe vehicle’s systems may interfere with the
sound level before your hearing adapts to it. operation of sound equipment that has been
To help avoid hearing loss or damage: added improperly.
0 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. So, before adding sound equipment,check with
your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules
0 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably
and clearly. covering mobile radio and telephone units.
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player When using a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning
cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because
A tape player thatis not cleaned regularly can cause your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature
reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. To
mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their prevent the cleaning cassettefrom being ejected, use the
cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and following steps.
extreme heat.If they aren’t, they may not operate
properly or may causefailure of the tape player. 1. Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY.
Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 2. Turn the radio off.
50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLN to indicate 3. Press and hold the TAPE AUX buttonfor five
that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash
resetting the tape clean timer. If this message appears on for two seconds.
the display, your cassette tape player needs to be
cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette.
soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and 5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer’s
player. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a recommended cleaning time.
known good cassetteto see if it is the tape or the tape
player at fault. If this other cassette has no improvement When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the cut tape
in sound quality, clean the tape player. detection feature is active again.
The recommended cleaning methodfor your cassette You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type
tape player isthe use of a scrubbing action, cleaner which uses a cassette withfabric
a belt to clean
non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head. This type
of cleaning cassette will not
the tape head as the hubs of the cleanercassette turn. eject onits own. A non-scrubbing action cleaner may
The recommended cleaning cassetteis available through not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.
your dealership (GM Part No. 12344789). The use of a non-scrubbing action, dry-type cleaning
cassette is not recommended.
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After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for Care of Your Compact Disc Player
five seconds to resetthe CLN indicator. The radio will
display --- to show the indicator was reset. The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to
the riskof contaminating the lens of the CD optics with
Cassettes are subject to wear andthe sound quality lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before you have your tape Fixed Mast Antenna
player serviced. The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes
Care of Your Compact Discs without being damaged.If the mast should ever become
slightly bent, you can straighten
it out by hand. If the
Handle discs carefully.Store them in their original cases mast is badly bent, as
it might be by vandals, you should
or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight replace it.
and dust.If the surfaceof a discis soiled, dampen a
clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution Check every oncein a while to be sure the mast is still
and cleanit, wiping from the centerto the edge. tightened to the fender.
Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling
discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the
edge of the hole and the outer edge.
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I
b NOTES
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@% NOTES
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rfir Section 4 Your Driving and theRoad
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Defensive drivingredly means “be ready far anything.”
On city stxeets,rural roads or freeways,it means
“always expectthe unexpected.”
Assume that pedestriansor other drivers are going to
be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they
might do. Be readyfor their mistakes,
Rear-end collisions are about the. most preventableof
accidents. Yet they arecomman. Allow enough
following distance.It’s the best defensive driving
maneuver, in both city andrural driving. You never
know when the vehiclein front of you is going to
brake or turn suddenly.
Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate OR
the driving task. Anythingthat distracts from the driving
task - such as concentrating on a cellular telephone
call, reading, or reachmg for something on the
Defensive Driving --
floor makes proper defensive driving-moreMicult
and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury.
give about drivingis:
The best advice anyone can Ask a passenger to help dothings like h i s , or pull
Drive defensively. off the road ina safe place to do them yoursel€.
Please start with a very important safety devicein your These simple defensive driving techniques could save
Chevrolet: Buckleup. (See “Safety Belts”in the Index.) your life.
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Drunken Driving The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem
is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving what if people do? How much is “too much” if the
is a national tragedy. It’s
the number one contributor to driver plans todrive? It’s alot less than many might
the highway death toll, claiming thousandsof victims think. Although it depends on each person and situation,
every year. here is some general information on the problem.
Alcohol affectsfour things that anyone needs
to drive The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone
a vehicle: who is drinking depends uponfour things:
Judgment The amount of alcohol consumed
MuscularCoordination The drinker’s body weight
0 Vision 0 The amount of food that is consumed before and
0 Attentiveness. during drinking
Police records show that almost half of all motor 0 The length of time it has taken the drinker to
vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, consume the alcohol.
these deaths arethe result of someone who was drinking According to the American Medical Association, a
and driving.In recent years, over 17,000 annual motor 180-lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce
vehicle-related deaths have been associated withthe use (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a
of alcohol, with more than 300,000 people injured. BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the
Many adults-- by some estimates, nearly half the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses
adult population-- choose never todrink alcohol, so of wine or three mixed drinksif each had 1- 1/2 ounces
they never drive after drinking.For persons under 21, (45 ml)of a liquor like whiskey, ginor vodka.
it’s against the lawin every U.S. state to drink alcohol.
There are good medical, psychological and
developmental reasonsfor these laws.
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woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a
man of her same body weight when each has the same
number of drinks.
The lawin many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC
of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states, and
throughout Canada, the limitis 0.08 percent. In some
other countries, it’s even lower.
The BAC limitfor all
commercial drivers in the United Statesis 0.04 percent.
The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to
Of course, as we’ve seen,it
six drinks (in one hour).
depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks, and how
quickly the person drinks them.
But the ability to driveis affected well below a BAC
of 0.10 percent. Research shows thatthe driving skills
of many people areimpaired at a BAC approaching
0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night.
It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above
the same person drankthree double martinis (3 ounces 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a
or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of
BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level 0.06
of
consumes foodjust before or during drinking will have’ percent has doubledhis or her chance
a somewhat lower BAC level. of having a collision. At a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the
chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater;
There is a gender difference, too.
Women generally have
at a level of0.15 percent, the chance is 25 times greater!
a lower relative percentageof body water than men.
Since alcoholis carried in body water, this means that a
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The body takes about an hour to rid itselfof the alcohol
in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold
showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t
the
right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to
take sudden action, as when a childdarts into the street? Drinking and then drivingis very dangerous.
A person with even a moderate BAC might not beable Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and
to react quickly enough to avoidthe collision. judgment can be affected by evena small amount
--
of alcohol. You can have a serious or even
There’s somethingelse about drinking and driving that
many people don’t know. Medical research shows that --
fatal collision if you drive after drinking.
alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries Please don’tdrink and drive or ride with adriver
worse, especiallyinjuries to the brain, spinal cordor who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab;or if
heart. This means that when anyone who has been you’re with a group, designate driver
a who will
drinking -- driver or passenger -- is in a crash, that not drink.
person’s chanceof being killedor permanently disabled
is higher than ifthe person had not been drinking.
Control of a Vehicle
You have three systems that make your vehicle go where
you want it to go. Theyare the brakes, the steering and
the accelerator. All three systems haveto do their work
at the places wherethe tires meetthe road.
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Average reaction timeis about 3/4 of a second. But
that’s only an average.It might be less with one driver
and as long as two or three seconds or more with
another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination
So do alcohol, drugs and
and eyesight all play a part.
frustration. But even in314 of a second, a vehicle
moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m).
That could be lot
a of distance in an emergency, so
keeping enough space between your vehicle and others
is important.
And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly
with the surfaceof the road (whether it’s pavement or
gravel); the conditionof the road (wet, dry, icy); tire
tread; the conditionof your brakes;the weight of the
vehicle and the amountof brake force applied.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive
Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy
easy to ask moreof those control systems than the tires braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This
and road can provide. That means you can lose controlis a mistake.Your brakes may not have time to cool
of your vehicle. between hard stops.Your brakes will wear out much
faster if you do a lotof heavy braking.If you keep pace
Braking with the traffic and allow realistic following distances,
Braking action involvesperception time andreaction time. you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That
means better braking and longer brake life.
First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your
foot and doit. That’s reaction time.
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If your engineever stops while you’re driving, brake If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes,
the brake pedal
normally but don’t pump your brakes. If youdo, the will say so.
pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine
stops, you willstill have some power brake assist. But And this warninglight on
you will useit when you brake. Once the power assist the instrument panel will
is used up,it may take longer tostop and the brake ANTI - come on briefly when you
pedal will be harder to push. start your vehicle.
LOCK
Anti-Lock Brakes (Option)
Your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is
an advanced electronic braking system that will help When you start your engine, or when you begin to drive
prevent a braking skid. away, your anti-lock brake system will
check itself. You
may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while
this testis going on, and you may even notice that your
brake pedal moves or pulseslittle.
a This is normal.
If there’s a problem withthe anti-lock brake system,the
anti-lock brake system warning light will stayoron
flash. See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” in
the Index.
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The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure
The computer is
faster than any driver could.
programmed to make the most of available tire and
road conditions.
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As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on Braking in Emergencies
wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need that requires hard braking.
to get yourfoot up to the brake pedal or always decrease
stopping distance.If you get too close tothe vehicle in If you have anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the
front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes same time. However,if you don’t have anti-lock, your
if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Alwaysleave first reaction -- to hit the brake pedal hard and hold
it
enough roomup ahead to stop, even though you have down -- may be the wrong thing todo. Your wheels can
anti-lock brakes. stop rolling. Once they do, the vehicle can’t respond to
your steering. Momentum will carry it in whatever
Using Anti-Lock direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling.
That could be offthe road, into the very thing you were
Don’t pumpthe brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down trying to avoid, orinto traffic.
firmly andlet anti-lock workfor you. You may feel a
slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise, but If you don’t have anti-lock, use a “squeeze” braking
this is normal. technique. This will give you maximum braking while
maintaining steering control.You do thisby pushing on
When your anti-lock system the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure.
is adjusting brake pressure In an emergency, you will probably want to squeeze
LOW to help avoid a braking skid, the brakes hard without locking the wheels. If you
this light will come on.
See
TRAC “Anti-Lock Brake System
hear orfeel the wheels sliding, easeoff the brake pedal.
This will help you retain steering control. (If you
do
Active Light” in the Index. have anti-lock, it’s different:see “Anti-Lock Brakes”
in the Index.)
In many emergencies, steering can help you more than
even the very best braking.
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Steering Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. I
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Off-Road Recovery Passing
You may find that your right wheels have droppedoff the The driverof a vehicle about to pass another on a
while you’re driving.
edge of a road onto the shoulder two-lane highway waitsfor just the right moment,
accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes
back into the right lane again.A simple maneuver? I,
OFF-ROAD RECOVE
Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane
/ highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the
/ passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming
P
traffic for several seconds.A miscalculation, an error in
F*-LEFT APPROX.
QUARTERTURN judgment, or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can
suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the
worst of all traffic accidents-- the head-on collision.
So here are some tips for passing:
edge of paved surte~e
“Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides and
to crossroads for situations that might aEect your
passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever
about making a successful pass, wait for a better time.
If the levelof the shoulder is only slightly below the Watch for trafEc signs, pavement markings and lines.
pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the If you can seea sign up ahead that might indicate a
accelerator and then,if there is nothing in the way, steer turn or an intersection, delay your pass.A broken
so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. center line usually indicates it’s
all right to pass
You can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid
until the right front tire contactsthe pavement edge. line on your side of the laneor a double solid line,
Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic.
the roadway.
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Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough
pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one ahead of the passed vehicle tosee its front in your
thing, following too closely reduces your areaof inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal
vision, especially if you’re following a larger and move back intothe right lane. (Remember that
vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you
the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep just passed may seemto be farther awayfrom you
back a reasonable distance. than it really is.)
0 When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time
start to acceleratebut stay in the right lane and on two-lane roads. Reconsider before passing the
don’t get too close. Time your moveso you will be next vehicle.
increasing speed asthe time comesto move into the Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly.
other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have Even though the brake lamps are not flashing,
it may
a “running start” that more than makesfor upthe be slowing down or starting to turn.
distance you would lose by dropping back. Andif
something happensto cause you to cancel your pass, 0 If you’re being passed, make it easy for the following
you need only slow down and drop back again and driver to get aheadof you. Perhaps you can easea
wait for another opportunity. little to the right.
0 If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait Loss of Control
your turn. But takecare that someone isn’t trying to
pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle. Let’s review what driving experts say about what
Remember to glance over your shoulder and check happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering
the blind spot. and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the
tires meetthe road to do what the driver has asked.
0 Check your mirrors,glance over your shoulder, and
start yourleft lane change signal before moving out In any emergency, don’t giveup. Keep trying to steer and
constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
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conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery
surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and
In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. vehicle control more limited.
Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable
care suited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving” While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try
those conditions. Butskids are always possible. your bestto avoid sudden steering, acceleration or
braking (including engine braking by shifting to a
The three typesof skids correspond to your vehicle’s lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires
three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels to slide. You may not realize the surfaceis slippery until
aren’t rolling. Inthe steering or cornering skid,too your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning
lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid, too
--
much speed or steeringin a curve causes tires to slip and clues such as enough water, ice or packed snow on
much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin.
the road to make a “mirrored surface” -- and slow down
when you have any doubt.
A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best If you have the anti-lock braking system, remember:
handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. It helps avoid onlythe braking skid. If you do not have
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foottheoff anti-lock, then ina braking skid (where the wheelsare
accelerator pedal and quickly steer way the you wantthe no longer rolling), release enough pressure the on brakes
vehicle to go.If you start steering quickly enough, your to get the wheels rolling again. This restores steering
vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a control. Push the brake pedal down steadily when you
second skid ifit occurs. have to stop suddenly. As long as the wheels are rolling,
you will have steering control.
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice,
gravel or other material is on the road.For safety, you’ll
want to slow down and adjust your driving to these
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Driving at Night 0 Don’t drink and drive.
0 Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the
glare from headlamps behind you.
0 Since you can’t see as well, you may need to
slow down and keep more space between you
and other vehicles.
0 Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.
Your
so much road ahead.
headlamps can light up only
0 In remote areas, watch for animals.
0 If you’re tired, pulloff the road in a safe place
and rest.
Night Vision
No one can see as well at night as
in the daytime. But as
we get older these differences increase.
A 50-year-old
driver may require at least twice as much lightsee
to the
same thing at night as a 20-year-old.
Night driving is more dangerous than day driving.
One reason is that some drivers are likely to be What you do inthe daytime can also affect your night
impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, with night vision vision. For example,if you spend the day in bright
problems, orby fatigue. sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses.Your eyes
will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you’re
Here are some tips on night driving. driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut
0 Drivedefensively. down on glare from headlamps, but they also make lota
of things invisible.
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You can be temporarily blinded by approaching ing in Ra and onWet Roads
headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several
seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When
you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who
doesn’t lower the high beams,or a vehicle with
misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring
directly into the approaching headlamps.
Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle
clean -- inside and out. Glare at night
is made much
worse by dirt on theglass. Even the insideof the glass
can build up a film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes
lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would,
making the pupilsof your eyes contract repeatedly.
Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a
roadway when youare in a turnor curve. Keep your
eyes moving; that way, it’s easier to pick out dimly
lighted objects.Just as your headlamps should be
checked regularlyfor proper aim,so should your eyes
be examined regularly. Some drivers suffer from night
Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet
blindness -- the inability tosee in dim light-- and
aren’t even awareof it. road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because
your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads.
And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get
even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be
cautious if rain starts tofall while you are driving. The
surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are
tuned for driving ondry pavement.
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The heavier the rain, the harder
it is to see. Evenif your Driving toofast through large water puddlesor even
windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain going through somecar washes can cause problems, too.
can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, The water may affect your brakes. Tryto avoid puddles.
pavement markings, the edge of the road and even But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them.
people walking.
It’s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in
good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled
with washer fluid. Replace your windshield wiper
inserts when they show signsof streaking or missing Wet brakes can causeaccidents. They won’t work
areas on the windshield, or when strips
of rubber start to as well in a quick stopand may cause pullingto
separate from the inserts. one side. You could lose control of the vehicle.
After driving througha large puddleof water or
a car wash, apply your brakepedal lightly until
your brakes worknormally.
Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning is dangerous.So much water can build up
under your tires that they can actually ride on the water.
This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re
NOTICE:
going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning,
it has little orno contact with the road. If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or
standing water, water can come in through your
Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your engine’s air intake and badly damage your
tires do not have much tread iforthe pressure in one or
engine. Never drive through water that is slightly
more is low. It can happen iflota of water is standing on
the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone lower than the underbody of your vehicle.If you
poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive
water’s surface, there could be hydroplaning. through them very slowly.
Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There
just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
best advice is to slow down when it is raining.
Besides slowing down, allow some extra following
distance. And be especially careful when you pass
another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room
ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted
by road spray.
0 Have good tires with proper tread depth. (See
“Tires” in the Index.)
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City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety
in city driving:
0 Know the best wayto get to where youare
going. Get a city map and plan your trip
into an
unknown partof the cityjust as you wouldfor a
cross-country trip.
Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross
most large cities. You’llsave time and energy.
(See the nextpart, “Freeway Driving.”)
0 Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic
light is there becausethe corner is busy enough to
need it. When a light turns green, andjust before you
start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have
not cleared the intersectionor may be running the
red light.
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At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leadsthe to
freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you
drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to
check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to
blend with the flow.Try to merge into the gap at close
to
the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check
your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as
necessary. 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’s slower. Stay
in the right lane unless you want to pass.
Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use
your turn signal.
Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over
your shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle
in your “blind” spot.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
Mile for mile, freeways(also called thruways, parkways, slightly slower at night.
expressways, turnpikesor superhighways) arethe safest
of all roads. But they have their own special rules. When you wantto leave the freeway, move to the
proper lane well in advance. If you miss your
exit, do
The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep not, under any circumstances,stop and back up. Drive
up with traffic and keep tothe right. Drive atthe same on to the next exit.
speed mostof the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or
too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
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The ex11 speea 1s usually posted. e Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not e Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
to your sense of motion. After drivingfor any distance trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for
at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the
slower than you actually are. recommended pressure?
e WeatherForecasts: What’s the weather outlook
Before Leaving on a Long Trip along your route? Should you delay your trip a short
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you time to avoid a major storm system?
must start when you’re notfresh -- such as after a day’s
work -- don’t planto make too many miles that first part
e Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
of the journey.Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you Highway Hypnosis
can easily drive in.
Is there actually such a conditionas “highway
Is your vehicle readyfor a longtrip? If you keep it hypnosis”? Oris it justplain falling asleep at the
serviced and maintained, it’s ready go.to If it needs wheel? Callit highway hypnosis, lackof awareness,
service, haveit done before starting out.Of course, or whatever.
you’ll find experienced and able service experts in
Chevrolet dealerships all across North America. They’ll There is something about an easy stretch of road with
be ready and willing to helpif you needit. the same scenery, along with the hum
of the tires on the
road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind
Here are some things you can check before a trip: against the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don’t let
0 Windshield Washer FZuid: Is the reservoir full? Are it happen to you!If it does, your vehicle can leave
all windows clean inside and outside? the road in less than a second, and you could crash
and be injured.
0 Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked
aware thatit can happen.
all levels?
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ips:
someare here
Then Hill and Mountain Roads
0 Make sure your vehicleis well ventilated, with a
comfortably cool interior.
0 Keep your eyes moving.Scan the road ahead and to
the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your
instruments frequently.
0 If you get sleepy, pull
off the road into a rest, service
or parking area andtake a nap, get some exercise, or
both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as
an emergency.
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If you drive regularly in steep country, orif you’re
planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make
your trips safer and more enjoyable.
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0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check allfluid Coasting downhillin NEUTRAL (N) or with
levels andalso the brakes, tires, cooling system the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will
and transaxle. These parts can work hard on
have to do all the work of slowing down. They
mountain roads.
could get so hot thatthey wouldn’t work well.
Know how to go down hills. The most important You would then have poor braking or even none
thing to know is this: let your enginedo some of the going down a hill. You could crash.Always have
slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go your enginerunning and yourvehicle in gear
down asteep or long hill.
when you godownhill.
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Driving on Snow or Ice What’s the worst timefor this? “Wet ice.” Very cold
snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet
Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more trouble because it may offerthe
road probably have good traction. least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it’s about
However, if there is snow or ice between your tires freezing (32°F; 0”C) and freezing rain begins fall. to
and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. Try to avoid driving on wet
ice until salt and sand crews
You’ll have alot less traction or “grip” and will need can get there.
to be very careful. Whatever the condition-- smooth ice, packed, blowing
or loose snow-- drive with caution. Accelerate gently.
Try not to break thefragile traction. If you accelerate
too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface
under the tires even more.
Unless you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll
want to brake very gently, too. (If you
do have anti-lock,
see “Anti-Lock” in the Index.This system improves
your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a
slippery road.) Whether you have the anti-lock braking
system or not, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than
you would on dry pavement. Without anti-lock brakes,
if you feel your vehicle begin to slide, let up on the
brakes a little. Push the brake pedal down steadily to
get the most traction you can.
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IfYousre Caught in a Blizzard
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0 Tie a red clothto your vehicle toalert police that
you’ve been stopped by the snow.
Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.
If you have no blanketsor extra clothing, make body Snow can trap exhaust gasesunder your vehicle.
insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags,
floor This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas
mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or
tuck under your clothingto keep warm.
to get inside.CO could overcome youand kill
you. You can’t seeit or smell it, so
you might not
know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from
around the base of your vehicle, especially any
that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check
around again from time to time tosure be snow
doesn’t collect there.
Open a windowjust a littleon the sideof the
vehicle that’s away fromthe wind. This will help
keep CO out.
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Loading Your Vehicle
TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION
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If you do have a heavy load, spread
it out. Don’t carry
MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP more than 167 pounds (75 kg) in your trunk.
DATE GVWR GAWR FRT
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You can ask your dealerfor our trailering information or
advice, or youcan write us at:
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 7047
Troy, MI 48007-7047
In Canada, write to:
General Motorsof Canada Limited
Customer Communication Centre
1908 Colonel Sam Drive A B
Oshawa, OntarioLlH 8P7
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
The tongue load(A) of any traileris an important
weight to measure becauseit affects the total or gross If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer
weight of your vehicle.The Gross Vehicle Weight tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded
(GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any trailer weight(B). If you havea weight-distributing
cargo you may carryin it, and the people who will be hitch, the trailer tongue(A) should weigh 12 percent of
riding in the vehicle. And if you will tow a trailer, you the total loaded trailer weight(B).
must add the tongue load to the GVW because your
vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See “Loading After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and
Your Vehicle” in the Index for more information about then the tongue, separately, tosee if the weights are
your vehicle’s maximum load capacity. proper. If they aren’t, you may beable to get them right
simply by moving some items around in the trailer.
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Total Weighton Your Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains
Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper You should always attach chains between your vehicle
limit for cold tires. You’llfind these numberson the and your trailer. Cross the safety chains underthe tongue
Tire-Loading Informationlabel (found insidethe trunk of the trailer so that the tongue will not
drop to the road
lid) or see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Then be if it becomes separatedfrom the hitch. Instructions
sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, about safety chains may be provided by the hitch
including the weightof the trailer tongue. manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the
manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety
Hitches chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always
It’s importantto have the correct hitch equipment. leave just enough slackso you can turn with your rig.
Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roadsare And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground.
a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are
some rulesto follow:
Trailer Brakes
Does your trailer haveits own brakes? Be sure to
The rear bumper on your vehicleis not intended
read and followthe instructions for the trailer brakes
for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other
bumper-type hitches toit. Use only a frame-mounted so you’ll beable to install, adjust and maintain
hitch that does not attach the
to bumper. them properly.
0 If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes,do not try to tap
0 Will you have to make any holesin the body of your
into your vehicle’s brake system.If you do, both
vehicle when youinstall a trailer hitch?If you do,
brake systems won’t work well, or at all.
then be sureto seal the holeslater when you remove
the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon 0 Even if your vehicle doesn’t have anti-lock brakes,
monoxide (CO)from your exhaustcan get into your don’t tapinto your vehicle’s brake system if the
vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide” in the Index). Dirt trailer’s brake system will use more than 0.02 cubic
and water can, too. inch (0.3 cc) of fluid from your vehicle’s master
cylinder. If it does, both braking systems won’t
work well. You could evenlose your brakes.
0 Will the trailer brake parts take 3,000 psi (20 650 P a ) Following Distance
of pressure? If not, thetrailer brake system must not
be used with your vehicle. Stay at least twiceas far behind the vehicle aheadas you
would when driving your vehicle withouta trailer. This
0 If everything checks out this far, then make the brake can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking
fluid tap atthe upper rear master cylinder port. But and sudden turns.
don’t use copper tubingfor this. If you do,it will
bend and breakoff. Use steel brake tubing. Passing
Driving with a Trailer You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when
you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. deal longer, you’ll needto go much farther beyondthe
Before setting outfor the open road, you’ll want to get passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of
handling and braking withthe added weightof the Backing Up
trailer. And always keepin mind that the vehicle you are Hold the bottom of the steering wheel withone hand.
driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand
responsive as your vehicle is by itself. to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your
Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if
(and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, possible, have someone guide you.
lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has
electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and
then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure
the brakes are working.This lets you check your
electrical connection at the same time.
During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the
load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes
are still working.
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Making n r n s When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your
instrument panel will flashfor turns even if the bulbs on
the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers
NOTICE: behind you are seeing your signal when they are not.
It’s important to check occasionallyto be sure the trailer
Making very sharp turns while trailering could bulbs are still working.
cause the trailer to come in contact with the Driving On Grades
vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid
making very sharp turns while trailering. Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear
before you start
down along or steep downgrade.If you don’t shift
down, you might have to use your brakesso much that
When you’re turning with a trailer, make widerturns than they would get hot and no longer work well.
normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders,
curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your
sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance. speed to around45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the
possibility of engine and transaxle overheating.
Thrn Signals When Towinga Trailer If you are towing a trailer, you may prefer to drive
in
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a DRIVE (D) insteadof AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a)
different turn signal flasherandor extra wiring. Check (or, as you needto, a lowergear).
with your Chevrolet dealer.The green arrows on your
instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn
or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps
will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn,
change lanes or stop.
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Parking on Hills 0 Shift into a gear: and
You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer 0 Release the parking brake.
attached, on a hill.If something goes wrong, your rig 2. Let up on the brake pedal.
could start to move. People can be injured, and both
your vehicle and the trailercan be damaged. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clearof the chocks.
But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
how to do it:
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into
PARK (P) yet. Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re
pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more
2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. on this. Things that are especially important in trailer
3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill),
regular brakes untilthe chocks absorb the load. engine oil, drive belt, cooling system and brake
adjustment. Each of these is covered in this manual, and
4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your the Index will help you find them quickly. If you’re
parking brake, and then shift PARK
to (P). trailering, it’s a good idea
to review this information
5 . Release the regular brakes. before you start your trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts
When You Are Ready to Leave After are tight.
Parking on a Hill
1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing
while you: Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during
Start your engine; severe operating conditions.See “Engine Overheating”
in the Index.
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0 Section 5 Problems on the Road
Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occuron the road.
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Hazard Warning Flashers
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To avoid the possibilityof the vehicles rolling,set
the parking brakefirmly on both vehicles involved in
the jump start procedure.Put your automatic ir ” ’
NOTICE:
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CAUTION:
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remote positive(+) terminal is located near the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.You should
always use the remote positive (+) terminal instead
of the positive(+) terminal on your battery.To
uncover the remote positive(+) terminal, lift the red
An electric fancan start up even when the engineis plastic cap.
not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing
and tools away fromany underhood electric fan.
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6. Check thatthe jumper cables don’t haveloose or
missing insulation.If they do, you couldget a shock.
The vehicles could be damaged, too.
Using a matchnear a battery can causebattery Before you connect the cables, here are some
gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, basic things you should know. Positive (+) will
go to positive (+) and negative(-) will go to a
and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if
metal engine part. Don’t connect positive (+) to
you need more light. negative (-), or you’ll get a short that would
~ Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t damage the battery and maybe other parts, too.
need toadd water to theACDelco Freedom@
battery installed in everynew GM vehicle. But if
a battery has fiier caps, besure the right amount
of fluid is there.If it is low, add water to take
care of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas
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Fans or other moving engineparts can injure you
could be present. badly. Keepyour handsaway from movingparts
Battery fluid contains acidthat can burn you. once the engine is running.
Don’t get it on you. If you accidentally getit in
your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with
water and get medical help immediately.
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8. Don’t let the other end
touch metal. Connectit
to the positive(+)
terminal of the good
battery. Use a remote
positive (+) terminal if
the vehicle has one.
C. Dead Battery 0 Whether you can still move the shift lever.
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A CAUTION:
To help avoidinjury to you or others:
0 Never let passengersride in a vehiclethat is
being towed.
0 Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds.
0 Never tow with damagedparts not
fully secured.
Never get under your vehicle after it has
been lifted bythe tow truck.
Always secure the vehicle on each side with
separate safety chains when towing it.
Never use J-hooks. Use T-hooks instead.
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1When your vehicle is ’being towed, have the i@tian
turned to the OFF pusition, The steering wheel should
be clamped in a straight-ahead position, with a clamping
device designedfor tawing service. Do not use the
A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transaxle
adequately secured. This can cause collision,
a should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking
serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The brake released.
vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or
steel cables before it is transported.
Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps,
canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cutby sharp
I NOTICE:
edges underneath the towed vehicle. Alwaysuse Don’t have yourvehicle towed on the drive
T-hooks inserted in theT-hook slots. Never use wheels, unless you must. If the vehicle must be
J-hooks. They will damage drivetrain and towed on the drivewheels, do nottow the vehicle
suspension components. more than500 cumulative miles (800 km) or
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). Cumulative miles are
defined as totalmiles over the life of the vehicle.
For example, yourvehicle cannot be towed
500 miles (800 km) eachday of a trip totaling
3,000 miles (4800 km).If these limitations must
be exceeded, then the drivewheels have tobe
supported on adolly.
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Front Towing
NOTICE:
Do not tow with sling-type equipmentor
fascidfog lamp damagewill occur. Use wheel-lift
or carcarrier equipment. Additional ramping
may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use
safety chainsand wheel straps. Use the T-slots for
carcarrier securing.
Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could
damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle
to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment. To
help avoid damage, raisethe vehicle until
adequate clearanceis obtained between the
ground and/or wheel-lift equipment.
Do not attachwinch cables or J-hooks to
suspension componentswhen using car-carrier
equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted in the
T-hook slots.
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Attach T-hook chains in Rear Towing
front of the wheels, into the
side slotsof the cradle, on A towing dolly must be used under the drive wheels
bothsides. when towingfiom the reax
1.
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Attach T-hook chains into
NOTICE: the slots in the bottomof
the floor pansupport rails,
Do not tow with sling-type equipmentor the rear just ahead of the rear
bumper valance will be damaged.Use wheel-lift
or car-carrierequipment. Additional ramping
may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use
safety chainsand wheel straps. Use the T-slots for
car-carrier securing.
Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage
a vehicle. Damage can occur fromvehicle to to
These slots are to be used when loading and securing
ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment. To help car-carrier equipment.
avoid damage,install a towing dolly and raise the
vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained Attach a separate safety
between the groundand/or wheel-lift equipment, chain around the outboard
end of both lateralarms.
Do not attachwinch cables or J-hooks to
suspension componentswhen using car-carrier
equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted in the
T-hook slots.
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Engine Overheating
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After driving in the overheated engine protection
operating made, to,avuid engine damas%allow
the engineto cool before attempting any repair.
The engine oil win be severely degradedc Repair
the muse o€coolant loss and change the otl. See
“Engine Oil, When to Change” in theIndex.
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If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
NOTICE:
If your engine catchesfire because you keep
driving with no coolant, yourvehicle can be
badly damaged. Thecostly repairs would not be
covered by your warranty. If your vehicle has the
3100 engine, see “Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode” in theIndex.
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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can
drive. Just tobe safe, drive slowerfor about 10 minutes.
If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can
steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes drive normally.
the engine can geta little too hot when you:
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your
Climb a long hill on a hot day. vehicle right away.
Stop after high-speed driving. If there’s still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine
Idle for long periods in traffic. for two or three minutes while you’re parked, see to if
the warning stops. But then,if you still have the
Tow a trailer.
warning, turn offthe engine and get everyone out of
If you get the overheat warning with no sign
of steam, the vehicle until it cools down. If your vehicle has the
try thisfor a minute or so: 3 100 engine, see “Overheated Engine Protection
1. Turn off your air conditioner. Operating Mode” listed previously in this section.
2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service
speed and open the window as necessary. help right away.
If you’re in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL(N);
otherwise, shift to the highest gear while
driving -- AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (a).
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Cooling System
When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what
you’ll see:
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An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can
start up even when the engine is not running and
can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools
away from any underhood electric fan.
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
A CAUTION: Recovery Tank
If you haven’t found a problem yet, the
butcoolant level
Heaterand radia ,andother engine isn’t at the COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean
parts, can bevery hot. Don’t touch them. If you water (preferably distilled) andDEX-COOL’ engine
do, you can be burned. coolant atthe coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine
Coolant” in the Indexfor more information.)
Don’t run theengine if there is a leak. If you run
the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could
cause an engine fire,and you could be burned.
Get any leakfixed before you drive thevehicle.
Adding only plainwater to yourcooling systemcan
be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like
I NOTICE: alcohol, can boil beforethe propercoolant mixture
wil. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set
Engine damageif you keep running yourengine
for the propercoolant mixture. With plain water or
the wrong m x
iture,your engine could get toohot
without coolantisn’t covered by your warranty. but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your
See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating
engine couldcatch fire and you or others could be
Mode” in the Index.
burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean water and
DEX-COOL’ ~oolant.
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, bothfans should be running.If
they aren’t, your vehicle needs service.
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NOTICE:
In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the You can beburned if you spill coolanton hot
engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. engine parts. Coolant containsethylene glycol
Use the recommended coolantand the proper and itwill burn if the engineparts arehot
coolant mixture. enough. Don’t spill coolant ona hot engine.
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A CAUTION:
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling
system can blowout and burn you badly. They
are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator
-- --
pressure cap even a little they can come out
at high speed. Neverturn the cap when the
cooling system, includingthe radiator pressure
cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling systemand
radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever haveto
turn the pressure cap.
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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Then keep turning
the pressure cap, but
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3. After the engine cools, open thecoolant air b L a
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3800 V6 (VIN Code K):
valve or valves. There is one bleed valve.
It is located on the
thermostat housing.
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If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed
valve, close the valve. Otherwise, close the valves after
the radiator is filled. 6. Then fill the coolant recovery tankto the
COLD mark.
7. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank,
off.
but leave the pressure cap
10. Then replacethe pressure cap.At any time during
8. Start the engine andlet it run until you canfeel the this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the
upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the
filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the
engine cooling fans.
arrows on the pressure cap line up like this.
9. By this tirne, the coolantlevel inside the radiator 11. Check the coolant inthe recovery tank.The level in
filler neck may be lower.If the levelis lower, add
the coolant recovery tank should be atHOTthe
more of the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture
mark when the engine is hot or at the COLD mark
through thefiller neck until the level reaches the
when the engine is cold.
base of the filler neck.
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If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
It’s unusualfor a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving,If a tire goesflat, av6id furthertire and wheel damage
especially if you maintain your tires properly. air
If goes a place. Turn on your hazard
by driving slowly to level
out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. warning flashers.
But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few
tips about what to expect and what to do:
If a front tirefails, the flat tire will create a drag that A CAUTION:
pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your off foot
the
accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Changing a tire cancause an injury. The vehicle
Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to can slipoff the jack and roll overyou or other
a stop well outof the traffic lane. people. You and they could be badly injured.
A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a Find a level place to change yourtire. To help
skid and may requirethe same correction you’d use in a prevent thevehicle from moving:
skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the 1. Set the parking brakefirmly.
accelerator pedal. Getthe vehicle under control by 2. Put the shiftlever in PARK (P).
steering theway you want the vehicle to go.It may be
3. n r n off the engine.
very bumpy and noisy, but you canstill steer. Gently
brake to a stop-- well off the road if possible. To be even more certain thevehicle won’t move,
you can put blocks at the front and rear of the
If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use your
jacking equipment to change aflat tire safely. tire farthestaway from the onebeing changed.
That would be the tire on the other of side
the
vehicle, at the oppositeend.
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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
The equipment you’ll need
is in the trunk. Pull the
carpeting from the floor of
the trunk. Turn the center
nut on the compact spare
tire cover tothe left to
remove it. Then lift and
remove the cover.
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Turn the nut holding the jackand wrenchto the left and The tools you’ll be using includethe jack (A),
remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench. socket (B) and wheel wrench(C).
b
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the 3. Position the jack under
Spare Tire the vehicle and raise the
jack lift head untilit fits
firmly into the notch in
the vehicle’s frame
nearest theflat tire.
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FRONT L FRONT
OF
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VEHICLE VEHICLE
Front Rear
The pictures shown directly above displaythe Put the compact sparetire near you.
vehicle’s front notch location and the vehicle’s rear
notch location respectively.
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Getting under avehicle when it is jacked up is
dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack,you
could be badlyinjured orkilled. Never get under
a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
A CAUTION:
Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly
positioned can damage thevehicle and even make
the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and
vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head 4. Raise the vehicleby turning the jack handle to the
into the properlocation before raising the vehicle. right. Raise the vehiclefar enough off the groundfor
the spare tire to
fit under the vehicle.
5. Remove all wheel nuts and takeoff the flat tire.
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6. Remove any rust or dirt
from the wheel bolts,
mounting surfaces and
A CAUTION:
spare wheel.
Rust or dirton the wheel,or on theparts 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 changea wheel,
remove anyrust or dirtfrom the places where the
wheel attaches to thevehicle. In an emergency,
you can use a clothor a paper towel to do this; but
be sure touse a scraperor wire brush later,if you
need to, to get all the
rust or dirtoff.
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7. Replace the wheel nuts
with the rounded endof
the nuts toward the
wheel. Tighten each nut
by hand until the wheel
is held against the hub.
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9. Tighten the wheel nuts
firmly in a crisscross NOTICE:
sequence as shown. ~ ~~
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Storing the Flat Tire andT 01s
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Storing the Spare Tire and
Tools I
1. Nut
1 2. Cover
21 3. Wing Nut
4. Spacer
Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the 5 . Compact Spare Tire
passenger compartmentof the vehicle could
6. Wrench
cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose
equipment could strike someone. Store all these 7. Nut
in the proper place. 8. Retainer
9. Jack
10. Bolt
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Compact Spare Tire
Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when
NOTICE:
your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check
It should be60 psi
the inflation pressure regularly. When the compactspare is installed, don’t take
(420 P a ) . your vehicle through an automatic carwash with
guide rails.The compact spare can get caught on
After installingthe compact spareon your vehicle, you
the rails. That can damage thetire and wheel,
should stop as soon as possible and make sure your
spare tire is correctly inflated.
The compact spare is and maybe other parts of your vehicle.
made to perform well at speeds up65tomph
(105 km/h) for distances up to3,000 miles (5 000 km), Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles.
so you can finish yourtrip and have your full-size tire
repaired or replaced where you want. Of course, it’s best And don’t mix your cornpact sparetire or wheel with
to replace your spare with a full-size tire as soon as youother wheels or tires. They won’tfit. Keep your mare
in good shape in
can. Your spare will last longer and be tire andits wheel together.
case you needit again.
NOTICE:
Tire chainswon’t fit your compact spare.Using
them can damage your vehicle and can damage
the chainstoo. Don’t use tire chains on your
compact spare.
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If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud,
Ice or Snow NOTICE:
What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your
to spin your wheels toofast. The method known as vehicle as well as the tires.If you spin the wheels
“rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but
too fast while shifting your transaxle back and
you must use caution.
forth, you can destroy your transaxle.
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b NOTES
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0Section 6 ServiceandAppearanceCare
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UTI e Your Vehicle
Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can
You can beinjured and your vehicle could be affect the airflow aroundit. This may cause wind noise
damaged if you try to do service work on a and affect windshield washer performance. Check with
vehicle without knowing enough about it. your dealer before adding equipment to the outsideof
your vehicle.
0 Be sure you have sufficient knowledge,
experience, theproper replacement parts
and tools beforeyou attempt any vehicle
maintenance task.
0 Be sure to use theproper nuts, bolts and
other fasteners. “English” and “metric”
fasteners can be easily confused.If you use
the wrong fasteners,parts can later break
or fall off. You could behurt.
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To provide cleaner air,all gasolines in the United States Fuels in Foreign Countries
are now requiredto contain additives that will help
prevent depositsfrom forming in your engine andfuel If you plan on drivingin another country outsidethe
system, allowing your emission control system to United States or Canada,the proper fuel may be hard to
function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add find. Never use leaded gasoline or any otherfuel not
anything tothe fuel. In addition, gasolines containing recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs
oxygenates, suchas ethers and ethanol, and caused by useof improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by
reformulated gasolines may be available in your areato your warranty.
help clean the air. General Motors recommends that you To check onfuel availability, ask an auto club,or
use these gasolines if they comply with the contact a majoroil company that does businessin the
specifications described earlier. country where you’ll be driving.
You can also writeus at the following addressfor
NOTICE: advice. Just tellus where you’re going and give your
Vehicle Identification Number(VIN).
Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation
contains methanol. Don’t use it. It can corrode 1908 Colonel Sam Drive
metal partsin your fuel system and also damage Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t
be covered under your warranty.
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Filling Your Tank
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When you put the cap back on, turn it tothe right
CAUTION: (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make
sure you fullyinstall the cap. The diagnostic system
can determineif the fuel cap has been left off or
If you get gasoline on yourself and then improperly installed. This would allow fuel to
something ignitesit, you could be badly burned. evaporate intothe atmosphere. See “Malfunction
Gasoline canspray outon you if you open the Indicator Lamp” in the Index.
fuel filler cap too
quickly. This spray can happen
if your tankis nearly full, andis more likely in
hot weather. Open thefuel filler capslowly and NOTICE:
wait for any“hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew
~ the cap all theway. If you need a new cap, be sure get
to the right
~ type. Your dealer canget one for you. If you get
the wrongtype, it may not fit properly. This may
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from cause your malfunction indicatorlamp to light
painted surfaces as soonas possible. See “Cleaning the and yourfuel tank andemissions system may be
Outside of Your Vehicle” inthe Index. damaged. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp”in
the Index.
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Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking ThingsUnder the Hood
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Hood Release
To open the hood,first
pull the handle located
inside the vehicle near the
parking brake pedal.
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When you open the hood on the 3100 (Code M) engine, you’ll see:
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For more information,see “Low OilLevel Light” in the The engine oil dipstick handleis the yellow loop near
Index. You should check your engineoil level regularly; the front of the engine.
this is an added reminder. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to
It’s a good idea to check your engine
oil every time you drain backinto the oil pan. Ifyou don’t, theoil dipstick
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading,
the oil must might not show the actual level.
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
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Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or If the oil is at or below the lower mark, then you’ll need
cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, to add at least one quart of oil. Butyou must use the
keeping the tip down, and check the level. right kind.This part explains whatkind of oil to use. For
crankcasecapacity,see“CapacitiesandSpecifications” I
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The engine oilfill cap is located towardthe front of the What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
engine nearthe yellow-looped engine oil dipstick.
Oils recommendedfor your vehiclecan be identifiedby
looking for the “Starburst” symbol.This symbol
indicates that the oil has been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API).Do not use any oil which
does not carry this Starburst symbol.
If you change your own oil,
be sure you useoil that has
the Starburst symbol on the
front of the oil container.
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As shown inthe chart, if you havethe 3100 engine,
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you
FOR BEST FUEL EC------’ 1 AND COLD STARTING, -----I
THE LOWEST can use S A E 1OW-30 if it’s going tobe 0°F (-18°C)
SAL VISCOSITY 6L-b wml FOR THE EXPECTED TCmmrw,ATURE RANGE.
or above. These numberson an oil container showits
viscosity, or thickness.Do not use other viscosity oils,
such asS A E 20W-50.
HOT
WEATHER
7 7
c
“F “C
+ 10( + 38
+ am + 27
+ 60 + 16
+ 40 c4
+ 20 -7
0 - 18
‘-30
f RED
COLD
WEATHER
DONOTUSESAE 2OW-50 OR ANYOTHER
GRADE OIL NOTRECOMMENDED
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As shown in the chart,if you nave the 3800 engine,
I RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS SAE 1OW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you
FOR 6ES1 FUEL ECONOMY AND COU) r-rru16, SELECT THE LOWEST can useSAE 5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than
SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE Eh. --.J TEMPERATURE RANGE. 60°F (16”C) before your nextoil change. When it’s
very cold, you should useSAE 5W-30. These numbers
u)oK on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.Do
HOT FOR THIS as S A E 2OW-50.
not use other viscosity oils, such
WEATHER SYMBOL
n 1 NOTICE:
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Engine Oil Additives within five seconds. If the CHG OIL SOON light
flashes, the systemis resetting. Turn the key toOFF
Don’t add anything to your oil. Your dealer is ready to then start the vehicle.If the CHG OIL SOONlight
advise if you think something shouldbe added. comes backon, the system has not reset. Repeat
When to Change EngineOil the procedure.
Your vehicle has an OilLife Monitor. This feature What toDo with Used Oil
will let you know when to change your oil and Did you know that used engine oil contains certain
filter -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could
7,500 miles (12 500 km)since your lastoil change. even causecancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin
Under severe conditions, the indicator may come on for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and
before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your water, or a good hand cleaner. Washor properly throw
vehicle more than7,500 miles (12 500 km) or away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See
12 months (whichever occursfirst) without an the manufacturer’s warnings aboutthe use and disposal
oil change. of oil products.)
The system won’t detectdust in the oil. So, if you Used oil can be a real threat to the environment.If you
drive in a dusty area,be sure to change youroil every change your ownoil, be sure to drainall free-flowing oil
3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner. Remember to reset from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever dispose of oil
the CHG OIL SOON light when the oil has been by puttingit in the trash, pouringit on the ground, into
changed. For more information,see “CHG OIL sewers, or into streams or bodiesof water. Instead,
SOON Light” inthe Index. If
recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil.
How to Reset theCHG OIL SOON Light you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil,
ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling
After changing the engine oil, the system must be reset. center for help.
With the ignition key in RUN butthe engine off, fully
push and releasethe accelerator pedal slowly three times
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Air Cleaner
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid
When to Check and Change
Operating the engine with air the cleaner off can A good time tocheck your automatic transaxle fluid
cause you or others to beburned. Theair cleaner level is when the engineoil is changed.
not only cleans the air, it stops flameif the engine Change both the fluid andfilter every 50,000 miles
backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine (83 000 km)if the vehicle is mainly driven underone
backfires, you could beburned. Don’t drive with or moreof these conditions:
it off, and be careful working on the engine with In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
the air cleaner off. regularly reaches 90°F (32”C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
I NOTICE: 0 Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
If the air cleaner isoff, a backfire can cause a conditions, thefluid and filter do not require changing.
damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
into your engine, which will damage it. Always
have theair cleaner in place when you’re driving.
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How to Check 0 At high speed for quite a while.
Because this operation can bea little difficult, you may In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather.
choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership While pulling a trailer.
Service Department.
To get the right reading, the fluid should be at
If you doit yourself, be sure to follow
all the normal operating temperature, whichis 180°F to
instructions here, oryou could geta false readingon 200°F (82°C to 93°C).
the dipstick.
Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles
(24 km) when outside temperatures are above
NOTICE: 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than50°F (lO"C), you
may have to drive longer.
Too much or too little fluid can aamage your Checking the Fluid Level
transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the
0 Park your vehicle ona level place. Keep the
fluid could come out and fallon hot engine parts
or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to engine running.
get an accurate readingif you check your 0 With the parking brake applied, place the shift
lever
transaxle fluid. in PARK (P).
0 With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift
Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle lever through each gear range, pausing for about
fluid level if you have been driving: three seconds in each range. Then, position shift
the
lever inPARK (P).
0 When outside temperatures are above90 "F (32"C).
0 for three to five minutes.
Let the engine run at idle
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Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:
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How to Add Fluid 3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluidlevel as
described under “How to Check.”
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluidto use. See “Recommended 4. When the correct fluid levelis obtained, pushthe
Fluids and Lubricants”in the Index. dipstick backin all the way.
If the fluid levelis low, add only enough of the proper Engine Coolant
fluid to bring the levelinto the cross-hatched area on
The cooling s stem in your vehicle is filled with
the dipstick. 8
DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed
1. Pull out the dipstick. to remainin your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid the
at (240 000 km) whichever occurs first, if you add only
dipstick hole to bring
it to the proper level. DEX-COOL’ extended life coolant.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than one The following explains your cooling system and how to
pint (0.5 L). Don’t ove$ZZ. add
coolant
when it is low. If you
have
problem
a with
engine overheating orif you need to add coolantto your
radiator, see “Engine Overheating” inthe Index.
NOTICE: A 50/50 mixture of water and DEX-COOL@
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We recommend you use only fluid labeled
0 Give freezing protection down to-34°F (-37°C).
DEXRON@-111, because fluid with that label is
madeespecially for yourautomatictransaxle. 0 Give boilingprotectionupto 265 “F (129 “C).
Damage-causedbyfluidotherthanDEXRON-111 0 Protectagainstrustandcorrosion.
is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
0 Help keep the proper engine temperature.
0 Let the warning lights and gages work as
they should.
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What to Use
NOTICE: Use a mixtureof one-half clean water (preferably
distilled) and one-halfDEX-COOL@ coolant which
When adding coolant,it is important thatyou use won’t damage aluminumparts. If you use this mixture,
only DEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant. you don’t needto add anythingelse.
If coolant other than DEX-COOLis added to
the system, premature engine, heater core or
radiator corrosionmay result. I n addition, the
--
engine coolantwill require change sooner at
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or24 months, Adding only plain water to your cooling system
whichever occursfirst. Damage causedby the can be dangerous. Plainwater, or some other
use of coolant other than DEX-COOL@ is not liquid likealcohol, can boil before the proper
covered by your new vehicle warranty. coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’scoolant
warning systemis set for the proper coolant
mixture. With plain wateror the wrong mixture,
your engine couldget too hot but you wouldn’t
get the overheat warning.Your engine could
catch fire andyou or otherscould be burned.
Use a 50/50 mixture of clean water and
DEX-COOL@coolant.
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Checking Coolant
NOTICE:
If you usean improper coolant mixture, your
engme could overheat and be badly damaged.
The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Too much water in the mixture can
freeze and crack the engine, radiator,
heater core
and other parts.
NOTICE:
When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be
If you use theproper coolant,you don't have to at theCOLD mark ora little higher. When your engine
1 add extra inhibitors or additiveswhichclaimto is warm, thelevelshouldbe up to the HOT mark or a
improve the system. These can be harmful. little higher.
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If this light comes on, it
LOW
means you’re low on
engine coolant.
A CAUTION:
COOLANT Thrning the radiator pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and
scalding liquids toblow out andburn you badly.
With thecoolant recoverytank, you will almost
Adding Coolant never have to add coolant at the radiator.
--
Never turn the radiator pressure capeven a
If you need more coolant, addthe proper DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be --
little when the engine and radiator arehot.
careful not to spill
it.
If the coolant recovery tankis completely empty, add
coolant tothe radiator. (See “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.) ’A CAUTION:
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You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot
engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,
and it will burn if the engine parts are hot
enough. Don’t spill coolant ona hot engine.
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Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid
NOTICE:
Your radiator capis a 15 psi (105 kPa)
pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to
prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage
from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap
line up with the overflow tube on the radiator
filler neck.
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How To Check Power Steering Fluid For the 3800 engine, the
When the engine compartment is cool, wipethe cap and level should be at theHOT
the topof the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and mark when the engine
wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and compartment is hot.If the
completely tightenit. Then removethe cap again and fluid is at the ADD mark,
look at thefluid level on the dipstick. you should addfluid.
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Windshield Washer Fluid
NOTICE:
What toUse
When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read When using concentrated washer fluid,
the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
If you will be follow the manufacturer’s instructionsfor
operating your vehicle inan area wherethe temperature adding water.
may fall below freezing, usea fluid that has sufficient 0 Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer
protection against freezing. fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze
Adding Washer Fluid and damage your washer fluid tank and
other partsof the washersystem. Also,
water doesn’t clean as well as washerfluid.
Fill your washer fluid tankonly
three-quarters full when it’s very cold. This
allows for expansion if freezing occurs.
which could damage the tankif it is
completely full.
Don’t use engine coolant (antifreeze)in
your windshield washer. It can damage
your washersystem and paint.
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What toAdd
When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 NOTICE:
brake fluid -- such as Delco Supremell@(GM Part
No. 12377967). Use new brakefluid from a sealed 0 Using the wrong fluid can badly damage
container only. brake system parts. Forexample, just afew
Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine
around the cap before removing it.This will help keep oil, in your brakesystem candamage brake
dirt from entering the reservoir. system parts so badly that they’ll have to be
replaced. Don’t let someone put in the
wrong kindof fluid.
0 If you spill brake fluid on yourvehicle’s
painted surfaces, the paint finish can be
With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid
system, your brakesmay not work well, or they on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off
may not even work at all. This could cause a immediately. See “Appearance Care’’ in
crash. Always usethe proper brakefluid. the Index.
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Brake Wear Some driving conditionsor climates may cause a
brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly
Your vehicle hasfront disc brakes and rear drum brakes applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
if it is equipped withthe 3 100 engine. It has four-wheel your brakes.
disc brakes if it is equipped withthe 3800 engine.
Properly torqued wheel nutsare necessary to help
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that prevent brake pulsation. When tiresare rotated, inspect
make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake brake padsfor wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in
pads areworn and new pads are needed.The sound the proper sequence to GM specifications.
may come andgo or be heardall the time your vehicle
is moving (except when youare pushing on the brake If you have rear drum brakes, they don’t have wear
pedal firmly). indicators, butif you ever hear a rear brake rubbing
noise, havethe rear brake linings inspected immediately.
Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and
‘3N: inspected each timethe tires are removed for rotation or
changing. When you have the front brake pads replaced,
have the rear brakes inspected, too.
The brake wear warning sound means that soon
your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
an accident. When you hear the brake wear axle sets.
warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. See “Brake System Inspection” in Section 7 of this
manual under Part C “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections.”
1 NOTICE:
Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads
could result in costly brake repair.
Brake Pedal Travel Battery
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to Every new Chevrolet hasan ACDelco Freedom@ battery.
normal height, orif there is a rapid increasein pedal You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s
travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. time for a new battery, we recommend an ACDelco
Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number
Brake Adjustment shown on the original battery’s label.
Every time you apply the brakes, with or without the
vehicle moving, your brakes adjust
for wear. Vehicle Storage
If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more,
Replacing Brake System Parts remove the black, negative(-) cable from the battery.This
The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. will help keep your battery from running down.
Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well
together if the vehicleis to have really good braking.
Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality
GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system -- for example, when your brake linings wear Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
down and you have to have new ones put-- in be sure
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
you get new approvedGM replacement parts. If you
don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For aren’t careful. See “Jump Starting” in the Index
example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for tips on working around a battery without
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and getting hurt.
rear brakes can change-- for the worse. The braking
performance you’ve come to expect can change in many Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle
other ways if someone putsin the wrong replacement for longer storage periods.
brake parts.
Also, for your audio system,see “Theft-Deterrent
Feature” in the Index.
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Bulb Replacement
In this section you’ll find directions
for changing the A
bulbs in someof the lampson your vehicle.See
“Replacement Bulbs’’in the Index to find the type
of bulb you need to use.
Halogen Bdbs
1 a CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
You or
others could be injured. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions on the bulb package.
3. Remove the electrical connector
from the bulb by
raising the lock tab and pulling
the connector away
from the bulb’s base.
Headlamps 4. Install the electrical connector to the bulb.
1. Open the hood. 5 . Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tab
2. Press and turn the bulb a quarter-turn (to the left for on the bulb base into the matching notchthe in
the driver’s side; to the right for the passenger’s side) retaining ring. Turnthe bulb a quarter-turn tothe
and remove it from the retaining ring by gently right until it stops.
pulling it back and awayfrom the headlamp. 6. Close the hood.
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Front Parking and TurnSignal Lamp
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3. Position the radiator air side baffle aside and 4. Slide the headlamp assembly inboard to release the
remove the two fasteners. Remove the snap screw mounting tabs and gently pull the inside
of the
from the fascia. assembly awayfrom the vehicle.
5. Push the tabon the bulb socketand turn it to theleft.
Pull the socketout of the assembly.
6. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling
it out.
Do not twist the bulb.
7. Push in the new bulb.
8. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to replace the assembly.
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5. To remove a socket, pressthe tab, turn the socket to Back-up Lamp
the left and pullit out.
1. Open the trunk.The back-up lamp bulbs are in the
6. Pull the bulb out. Do not twist it. rear of the trunk lid.
7. Push the new bulb into the socket.
8. Replace the socket in the assembly. 1 2. Press the tab on the
socket,turn the socketto
the left and pull it out.
9. Tighten the socket by turning it to the right. I
10. Install the assembly and the two lower wing nuts.
11. Replace the carpeting.
12. Replace the upper (convenience net) wing nut,
if equipped.
13. Replace the convenience net, if equipped.
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i Dome Lamp Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
1. Grasp the front and rear centerof the dome lamp
cover at the same time. Then squeeze and pull
downward. (To help pry the sides loose,a flat-blade
screwdriver may be usedas an aid duringthis
procedure.)
2. Remove the old bulbfiorn the small prongs
extending from the dome lampbase plate; hook the
new bulb onto the prongs.
3, To replace the bulb cover, center
it over the base
plate, makingsure both the cover and the base plate
line up properly. Snap the cover firmlyinto place.
For any bulb changing procedure not listedin this
section, contactyour dealer service department.
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3. Full the windshield wiper arm away from
the windshield.
4. While holding the wiperarm away from the
A CAUTION:
glass, pushthe release clip from under the blade Poorly maintained and improperly used tires
connecting point and pull the blade assembly down are dangerous.
toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm.
0 Overloading yourtires can cause
5 . Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiperarm overheating as a resultof too much friction.
until you hearthe release clip “click” into place. You could havean air-out and a serious
For wiper blade replacement length and type, also
see accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in
“Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. the Index.
0 Underinflated tires pose the same danger
Tires as overloaded tires. The resulting accident
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by could cause serious injury. Check alltires
a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions frequently to maintain the recommended
about your tire warranty and where to obtain service,
see pressure. Tire pressure should be checked
your Chevrolet Warranty bookletfor details. when your tiresare cold.
0 Overinflated tiresare more likely to be
cut, puncturedor broken by a sudden
--
impact such as when you hit a pothole.
Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
0 Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your
tread is badly worn,or if your tires have
been damaged, replace them.
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Tire Inspection and Rotation Don’t include the compact spare tire
in your
tire rotation.
Tires should be rotated every6,000 to 8,000 miles
(10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual After the tires have been rotated, adjust
the front
wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check and rear inflation pressures as shown on the
wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain
See “When It’s Time for New Tires” and “Wheel that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
See
Replacement” later in this section for more information. “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index.
The purposeof regular rotation isto achieve more
uniform wear for all tires onthe vehicle. The first
rotation is the most important.See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services”in the Indexfor scheduled
rotation intervals. Rust or dirton a wheel, or on the parts towhich
it is fastened, can makewheel nuts become loose
after a time. The wheel could come off and cause
an accident. When you change awheel, remove
any rust or dirt from places where thewheel
attaches to thevehicle. In anemergency, you can
use a cloth or a paper towel to dothis; but be
sure touse a scraper orwire brush later, if you
need to, to get all the rust or dirt
off. (See
“Changing a Flat Tire” in theIndex.)
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
The following information relates tothe system
developed bythe United States National Highway
Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by
driving. If you mix tires of different sizesor types treadwear, traction and temperature performance.
(radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not (This applies only to vehicles sold
in the United
handle properly,and you could have a crash. States.) The grades are molded on the sidewallsof most
passenger car tires.The Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Using tires of different sizesmay also cause system does not applyto deep tread, winter-type snow
damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same tires, space-saveror temporary use spare tires, tires with
size and type tires on all wheels. nominal rim diametersof 10 to 12 inches (25 to30 cm),
It’s all right to drive with your compact spare, or to some limited-production tires.
though. It was developedfor use on your vehicle. While the tires available on General Motors passenger
cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these
grades, they mustalso conform to Federal safety
requirements and additional General Motors Tire
Performance Criteria (TPC) standards.
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Treadwear --
Temperature A, B, C
The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating based on The temperature grades areA (the highest), B, and C,
the wear rateof the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of
conditions on a specified government test course. heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
a tire graded 100. The relative performanceof tires material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life,
depends upon the actual conditions of their use, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
however, and may depart significantly from the norm failure. The gradeC corresponds to a levelof
due to variations in driving habits, service practices and performance which all passenger car tires must meet
differences in road characteristics and climate. under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levelsof
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Traction A, B, C performance on the laboratory test wheel than the
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, areA, B, minimum required by law.
and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on Warning: The temperature gradefor this tire is
wet pavementas measured under controlled established for a tire that is properly inflated and not
conditions on specified government test surfaces overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or
of asphalt and concrete.A tire marked C may have excessive loading, either separately or in combination,
poor traction performance. can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tireis based
on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not
include cornering (turning) traction.
Wheel Alignment andTire Balance Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced same way as the one it replaces.
carefully atthe factory to give youthe longest tirelife
and best overall performance. If you needto replace anyof your wheels, wheel bolts
GM original
or wheel nuts, replace them only with new
Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the
needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wearor right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts
for your
your vehicle pullingone way or the other, the alignment Chevrolet model.
may need to be reset.If you notice your vehicle
vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels
may need to be rebalanced.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel
or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be
wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced.the If dangerous. It could affect the braking and
wheel leaks air, replaceit (except some aluminum handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air
wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).See your and make you lose control. You could have a
dealer if anyof these conditions exist.
collision in which you or others could be injured.
Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and
wheel nuts for replacement.
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Tire Chains
NOTICE:
The wrong wheel can also cause problems with NOTICE:
bearing life, brake cooling, speedometeror
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper If your vehicle hasP225/60Rl6size tires, don’t
height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle
chain clearance to the body and chassis. because there’s not enough clearance.
Use another type of traction device onlyif its
See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index for more manufacturer recommendsit for use on your
information. vehicle and tire size combination and road
conditions. Followthat manufacturer’s
TJsed Replacement W: els instructions. To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the
device if it’scontacting your vehicle, and don’t
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Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Fabric Protection
Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet that has been
egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and treated with Scotchgard" Fabric Protector, a3M
blood can be removedas follows: product. It protects fabricsby repelling oil and water,
1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the which are the carriers of most stains. Even with this
soiled area with cool water. protection, you still need to clean your upholstery and
carpet often to keep it looking new.
2. If a stain remains, followthe multi-purpose interior
cleaner instructions described earlier. Further information on cleaning is available by calling
1-800-433-3296 (in Minnesota, 1-800-642-6167).
3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine,
treat the area with awaterhaking soda solution: Cleaning Vinyl
1 teaspoon ( 5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) Use warm water and a clean cloth.
of lukewarm water.
Rub with a clean, damp cloth to removedirt. You
4.Letdry. may have to doit more than once.
Stains causedby candy, ice cream, mayonnaise,chili Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain
sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: if you don't get themoff quickly. Use a clean
1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. cloth and a vinyVleather cleaner. See your dealer
for this product.
2. First, clean with cool water and allow to dry
completely.
3. If a stain remains, follow instructions for
Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner.
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Cleaning Leather Cleaning the Built-in Child Restraint
Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap Your or built-in child restraint may be cleaned with mild
saddle soap and wipe dry withsoft a cloth. Then,let the soap and lukewarm water. Don’t use household cleaners.
leather dry naturally.Do not use heat to dry. They may weaken the harness or damage plastic parts.
For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your The built-in child restraint pad is attached to the child
dealer for this product. restraint cushion and seatback with fastener strips. You
Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive can remove the pad, machine wash it in cold water on a
cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. gentle cycle and tumble dry it on a low heat setting.
Never bleach or iron the pad, and don’t dry clean it.
Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned
immediately. If dirt is allowed to work intothe Care of Safety Belts and Built-in
finish, it can harmthe leather. Child Restraint Harness
Cleaning the Topof the Instrument Panel Keep the safety belts and the built-in child restraint
Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces harness clean anddry.
of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or
waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield
and even makeit difficult to see through the windshield
under certain conditions.
Do not bleach or dye safety belts or the built-in
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components child restraint harness.If you do, they may be
Use only a mild soap and water solution on softa severely weakened. In a crash, they might not be
cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the able to provide adequate protection. Clean the
surface finish. safety belts and the child restraint harness only
with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Cleaning Glass Surfaces Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper
blades and affect their performance. Cleanthe blade
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in
Part No. 1050427)or a liquid household glass cleaner full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on rinse the blade with water.
interior glass.
Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary;
Don’t use abrasive cleanerson glass, because they may replace blades that look worn.
cause scratches. Avoid placing decalson the inside rear
window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If Weatherstrips
abrasive cleaners are used
on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged. Silicone greaseon weatherstrips will make them last
Any temporary license should not be attached across the longer, seal better, and not stick
or squeak. Apply
defogger grid. silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every
six months. During very cold, damp weather
Cleaning the Outside of the more frequent application may be required. (See
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.)
Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
windshield washer, orif the wiper blade chatters The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth
when running, wax, sap or other material may be of color, gloss retention and durability.
on theblade or windshield.
Clean the outside ofthe windshield with GM Washing Your Vehicle
Windshield Cleaner, BonAni@Powder (non-scratching The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to
glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The keep it cleanby washing it often with lukewarmor
windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse cold water.
it with water.
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Don’t wash your vehiclein the direct raysof the sun. Your vehicle has a “basecoatlclearcoat” paint finish.
Don’t use strong soapsor chemical detergents. Use The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss
to the colored
liquid hand, dishor car washing (mild detergent) soaps. basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are
You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your non-abrasive and madefor a basecoatlclearcoat
dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the paint finish.
Index.) Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum
or abrasives. All cleaning
based, or that contain acid
agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to NOTICE:
Dry the finish
dry on the surface, or they could stain.
with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towelto Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on
avoid surface scratches and water spotting. a basecoallclearcoat paint finish may
dull the
High pressure car washes may cause water to enter finish or leave swirl marks.
your vehicle.
Cleaning ExteriorLampsLenses Foreign materials suchas calcium chloride and other
salts, ice melting agents, roadoil and tar, tree sap, bird
Use lukewarm or cold water, soft
a cloth and a liquid droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can
hand, dishor car washing (mild detergent) soap to clean damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted
exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soonas possible. If
“Washing Your Vehicle.’’ necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked
safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Finish Care
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period
hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint of years. You can help to keep
the paint finish looking
finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered
from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” whenever possible.
in the Index.)
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Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Cleaning Tires
(If Equipped) To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner.
Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with
mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After
rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax NOTICE:
may then be applied.
When applying a tire dressing always take care
The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted to wipeoff any overspray or splash from all
surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps,
painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or
abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage
could damagethe surface. the paint finish.
Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes.
These Sheet Metal Damage
brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.
If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal
repair or replacement, make surethe body repair shop
applies anti-corrosion material to the
parts repaired or
replaced to restore corrosion protection.
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Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting
Any stone chips, fracturesor deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create
should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon
quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.
This
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-updamage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped
materials available from your dealeror other service discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched
outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected into the paint surface.
in your dealer’s body and paint shop. Although no defectin the paint job causes this,
Chevrolet will repair, at no charge the
to owner, the
Underbody Maintenance surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout
Chemicals usedfor ice and snow removal and dust condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km)
control can collect on the underbody. If these are not of purchase, whichever occurs first.
removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the
underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor panand
exhaust system even though they have corrosion
protection.
At least every spring, flush these materials
from the
underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud
and other debris can collect. Dirt packed
in closed areas
of the frame should be loosened before being flushed.
Your dealer oran underbody car washing system can do
this for you.
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Appearance Care Materials Chart
PART NUMBER USAGE SIZE DESCRIPTION
994954 Polishing Cloth- Wax Treated 23 in. x 25 in. Exterior polishing cloth
1050172 Removes oz.
tar, (0.473
road oilL)and amhalt Tar and Road Oil Remover 16
I I I
F 1050173
1050174
I 1050214
16 oz. (0.473 L) I Chrome Cleaner and Polish I Useonchrome,stainlesssteel,nickel,copperandbrass
16 oz. (0.473 L) White Sidewall Tire Cleaner
oz. (0.946 L) Vinyl Cleaner 32
- a *
-I oz. (0.680 L)
16 oz. (0.473 L)
Glass Cleaner 23 Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints
Cleans and lightly waxes Wash Wax Concentrate
I 1052918"" 8 OZ. (0.237 L) I ArmorAll"Protectant I vinvl and rubber 4
I
Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas , plastic,
1052925 16 oz. (0.473 L) Multi-Purpose Interior Cleans carpets, seats, interior trim, door panels
Cleaner and floor mats
1052929 02. (0.473 L) Spray on and rinse with water Wheel Cleaner 16
1052930 8 oz. (0.237 L) Dry Spot Remover Attracts, absorbs and removes soils Capture
12345002 oz. (0.473 L) " Cleaner 16 Cleans and shines a varietyof surface types Armor All
2.5 sq. ft. 12345721 Shines vehicle without scratching Synthetic Chamois
12345725 12 oz. (0.354 L) Spray on tire shine Silicone Tire Shine
16 oz. (0.473 L) 12377964 Finish Enhancer Removes dust, fingerprints and surface contaminants
12377966 16 oz. (0.473 L) Wax Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects finish Cleaner
12377984 oz. (0.473 L) Surface Cleaner 16 Removes contaminants, blemishes and swirl marks
See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. ** Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl.
See "Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index.
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VehicleIdentificationNumber (VIN) 0 themodeldesignation,
paint information and
0 a list of all production options and
special equipment.
is not removed fromthe vehicle.
Be sure that this label
Electrical System
Add-on Electrical Equipment
This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the
driver’s side. You can seeit if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also I NOTICE:
appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle
labels and the certificatesof title and registration. unless you check with your dealer first. Some
Engine Identification electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code.This warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment
code will help you identify your engine, specifications
and replacement parts.
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Service Parts Identification Label
You’ll find this label on the inside
of your trunk lid. It’s Your vehicle hasan air bag system. Before attempting to
very helpful if youever need to order parts. On this add anything electricalto your vehicle, see “Servicing
label is: Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle” in the Index.
Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breakerin The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected
the underhood electrical center. An electrical overload from short circuits by a combinationof fuses, circuit
will causethe lamps to go on andoff, or insome cases breakers, and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself.
to remainoff. If this happens, have your headlamp This greatly reducesthe chance of fires caused by
system checked right away. electrical problems.
Windshield Wipers Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
I ne windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit replace a badfuse with a newone of the identical size
breaker and afuse. If the motor overheatsdue to heavy and rating.
snow, etc., the wiper willstop until the motor cools. If
the overload is caused by someelectrical problem, have
it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power
windows and other power accessories. When the current
load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the problemis fixed.
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Instrument Pmel Fuse Block
Some fuses are in a fuse
block on the passenger’s
side of the instrument panel.
Pull off the cover labeled
FUSES to expse the fases.
r
L
Circuit
Breaker Description
A Not Used
B Not Used
C Power Windows
D Power Seats
E Not Used
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Fuse Rating Description Fuse Rating Description
1 Cigar Lighter-- Instrument Panel and 12 Anti-Theft/PCM -- Theft-Deterrent
Console Cigar Lighters Module, Powertrain Control Module,
(PCM) IGN Syst. Relay
2 Not Used
13 A B S -- Electronic Brake Control Module
3 Not Used
(EBCM), ABS Relay
4 HVAC -- HVAC Control Assembly 14 HVAC Blower Motor -- Blower Motor
Solenoid Box, Mix Motor, DRL Module, Relay
HVAC Control Head, Defogger Relay,
(S.E.O.) Digital Speedometer 15 L.H. Spot Lamp (S.E.O.)
5 Hazard Flasher 16 Steering Wheel Control#1 -- Steering
Wheel Radio Control Lighting
6 R.H. Spot Lamp (S.E.O.)
17 Not Used
7 Starter Relay
18 Not Used
8 Not Used
19 Power Accessory#1 -- Door Lock
9 Not Used Switches, Trunk Courtesy Lamp, O/S
10 I/P Electronics Battery-- Chime Mirror Switch, (S.E.O.) Emergency
Module, Electronic Brake Control Vehicle-Rear Compartment Lid Lamp or
Module (EBCM), Theft-Deterrent Window Panel Lamps
Module, Radio DLC 20 Steering Wheel Control#2 -- Steering
11 Power Accessory#2 -- Sunroof Control Wheel Radio Controls
Unit, (S.E.O.) Accessory Feed 21 Air Bag -- Air Bag System
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Fuse Rating Description Fuse
Rating
Description
22 Cruise Control -- Cruise Control Cut-Out 35 Not Used
Switch, Cruise Control Module, Turn 36 Not Used
Signal Cruise Control Switches
37 Rear Defog -- Rear Window Defogger
23 Stoplamps -- Stoplamp Switch (Brake) Switch Relay
24 Not Used 38 Radio -- Radio, Power Drop
25 EnglishMetric (S.E.O.) 39 I/P Electronics Ignition Feed--
26 Not Used Headlamp Switch, Instrument Cluster,
Chime Module, Keyless Entry Receiver,
27 Not Used Stoplamp switch (TCC and BTSI)
28 CTSY Lamps-- Vanity Mirrors, I/P (S.E.O.) Accessory Switch
Compartment Lamp,US Lighted 40 Not Used
Rearview Mirror, Dome Lamp
41 Power Drop
29 Wiper -- Wiper Switch
42 Evap. Sol. -- Evaporation Emissions
30 Turn Signal -- Turn Signal Flasher (EVAP) Canister Vent Solenoid Valve
31 Not Used 43 Not Used
32 Power Locks -- Door Lock Relay, 44 Not Used
Remote Keyless Entry Receiver
45 Not Used
33 DRL MDL -- Daytime Running Lamp
Module, (S.E.O.) Accessory Switch
34 Not Used
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Underhood Electrical Center Passenger’s Side
Some fuses arein the underhood electrical center onthe
passenger’s side of the engine compartment.
uuu R/CMPT REL PCM BAT nnr-
rn Fuse Description
WCMPT REL Remote Trunk Release, Back-up
Lamps, Remote ControlDoor
Lock Receiver
PCM BAT Powertrain Control Module (PCM),
Fuel Pump Relay,Fan Cont #1 and
#2 Relay
A/c CONT A/C CMPR Relay
TRANS Automatic Transaxle
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Fuse Description --
Underhood Electrical Center Driver's Side
F/INJN Fuel Injectors
PCM IGN Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor
Heated Oxygen Sensor#1 and #2
Evaporative Emissions(EVAP)
Canister Purge SolenoidValve
ELEK IGN Electronic Ignition (EI) Control
Module
10 I/P Fuse Block
12 Passenger's Side Underhood
Electrical Center,IGN SYST Relay,
WCMPT REL Fuse, PCMBAT Fuse
13 FAN CONT #1 Relay
Relay Description
14 FUEL PUMP
15 AIC CMPR
16 FAN CONT #2 -- Secondary
Cooling Fan (Passenger's Side)
17 FAN CONT #1-- Primary Cooling
Fan (Driver's Side)
18 IGN SYST
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Fuse Description
12 HD LPS -- Circuit Breaker to
Headlamp Switch
13 ABS -- ABS Relay
Relay Description
14 ABS -- Anti-Lock Brake System
15 FAN #3 -- Secondary CoolingFan
(Passenger’s Side)
16 HORN
Replacement Bulbs
NumberBulb LampsExterior
Fuse Description Back-up ......................... 3156 or 3057
FAN #3 FAN #3Relay Center High-Mounted Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 891T2
PARK LPS Headlamp Switch Front Parking/Tum Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3357NA
HORN Horn Relay Headlamp,High-Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9005
Headlamp, Low-Beam .................... 9006
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3057
11 Circuit BreakerC, StarterNumber
Relay,STR
Bulb Lamps
Interior
WHL Control # 2, Power Accessory
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10230955
#2, and Theft Deterrent Relay
*For service informationon these bulbs, contact your
dealer service department.
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Capacities and Specifications
Please referto “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” Refrigerant (R-l34a),
in the Indexfor more information. Air Conditioning* . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.88 lbs. (0.85 kg)
4T60E: -
Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter Change
Automatic lkansaxle 3100 (Code M) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)
Pan Removal and Replacement ..... 7 quarts (6.7 L) 3800 (Code K) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)
After Complete Overhaul........ 9.6 quarts (9.2 L) Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
4T65E: Length ...................... 22 inches (56 cm)
Automatic Transaxle Type .................................. hook
Pan Removal and Replacement ..... 7.4 quarts (7 L) Fuel Tank
After Complete Overhaul......... 10 quarts (9.5 L) 3 100 (Code M) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.6 gallons (62.8 L)
When draining/replacing converter; more
fluid will 3800 (Code K) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.6 gallons (62.8 L)
be needed. *See “Air Conditioning Refrigerants later in
”
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Engine Specifications 3100 (Code M) 3800 (Code K)
Type ....................................... V6 .............................. V6
Displacement .............................. 191 CID .......................... 231 CID
Compression Ratio ........................... 9.6:l ............................ 9.25: 1
Firing Order ............................. 1-2-3-4-5-6 ...................... 1-6-5-4-3-2
Thermostat Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195OF (9 1O C) ..................... 195°F (91OC)
Horsepower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 6 0 0 5 2 0 0 ....................... 200@5200
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Vehicle Dimensions Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Wheelbase .............. 107.5 inches (273.0 cm) Not all air conditioning refrigerantsare the same.
Tread Width (Front) ........ 59.5 inches (1 1.2
5 cm) If the air conditioning systemin your vehicle needs
If
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used.
Tread Width (Rear) ........ 59.1 inches (150.0 cm) you're not sure,ask your dealer.
Length ................. 200.9 inches (510'4 cm)
Width ................... 72.5 inches (184.1 cm)
Height ................... 54.8 inches (1 39.2 cm)
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I-ys Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
This section coversthe maintenance requiredfor your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain
its safety,
dependability and emission control performance.
7-1
Introduction
IMPORTANT: ~
I
of emissions fromyour vehicle. To help protect our
Protection environment, andto keep your vehiclein good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
I
Plan
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan
supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your
Warranty andOwner Assistance booklet, or your
Chevrolet dealer for details.
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How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checksand Services” tells you what
should be checked and when.It also explains what you
The remainder of this sectionis divided into five parts: in good condition.
can easily do to help keep your vehicle
“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections”explains
what to have done and how often. Some of these important inspections that your dealer’s service department
services can be complex,so unless you are technically perform.
or another qualified service center should
qualified and havethe necessary equipment, you should
let your dealer’s service departmentor another qualified “Part D: Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants’’ lists
service centerdo these jobs. some recommended products to help keep your vehicle
properly maintained. These products, or their
equivalents, should be used whether youdo the work
yourself or haveit done.
“Part E: Maintenance Record”provides a placefor
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can you to recordthe maintenance performed on your
be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, youcan vehicle. Whenever any maintenanceis performed, be
be seriously injured.Do your own maintenance sure to writeit down in this part. This will help you
determine when your next maintenance should be done.
work only if you have the requiredknow-how
In addition,it is a good idea to keep your maintenance
and the proper tools and equipment for the job. receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehiclefor
If you have any doubt, have a qualified warranty repairs.
technician dothe work.
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance This part tells youthe maintenance services you should
have done and when you should schedule them. If you
Services know
go to your dealerfor your service needs, you’ll
Using Your Maintenance Schedule that GM-trained and supported service people will
perform the work using genuine GM parts.
We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle
in good working condition. Butwe don’t know exactly in Part D.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed
how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All
only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances parts should be replaced andall necessary repairs done
all the timein very hot, dusty weather. You may use your before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
vehicle in making deliveries.Or you may drive it to work, This scheduleis for vehicles that:
to do errands orin many other ways. 0 carry passengers and cargo within recommended
Because of all the different ways people use their limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s
vehicles, maintenance needs vary.You may even need Tire-Loading Information label.See “Loading Your
more frequent checks and replacements than you’ll find Vehicle” in the Index.
in the schedules in this section.
So please read this 0 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
section and note how you drive. If you have any driving limits.
questions on how to keep your vehicle in good
condition, see your dealer. 0 use the recommended fuel.See “Fuel” in the Index.
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Maintenance Schedule
The services shown in this scheduleup to 100,000 miles * Your vehicle has an Engine OilLife Monitor. This
(1 66000 km)should be performed after 100,000 miles monitor will show you when to change the engineoil
(166 000 km)at the same intervals.The services shown and filter -- usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and
at 150,000 miles (240000 km) should be performedat 7,500 miles (12500 Ism) since yourlast oil change.
the same interval after150,000 miles (240000 km). Under severe conditions,the indicator may come on
before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle
See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic
more than 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months
Maintenance Inspections” following.
without an oil and filter change.
Footnotes The system won’t detect dust in the oil.
So if you drive
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the in a dusty area, be sure to change your
oil and filter
California Air Resources Board has determined that the every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner ifthe CHG OIL
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify SOON light comes on. Remember to reset the Life Oil
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the Monitor when the oil has been changed. For more
completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, information, see “CHG OIL SOON Light” in the Index.
urge that all recommended maintenance services be + A good time to check your brakes is during tire
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic
be recorded. Maintenance Inspections” in PartC of this schedule.
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Maintenance Schedule
7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE I
Check Oil Life Monitor. If engineoil and filter are changed, reset monitor.See
“Engine Oil”in the Index.
An Emission ControlService. (See footnote*.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)
15,000 Miles (25 000 km) I DATE I
CI Check OilLife Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor.See
“Engine Oil” in the Index. MILEAGE
An Emission ControlService. (See footnote*.)
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replacefilter
if necessary.
An Emission ControlService. (See footnote“f)
0 Rotate tires.See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
rotation patternand additional information. (See footnote+.)
22,500 Miles (37 500 km) DATE
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0 Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote*.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index
for proper
+.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
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Maintenance Schedule
30,000 Miles (50 000 km) DATE
0 Check OilLife Monitor. If engineoil and filter are changed, reset monitor.See
“Engine Oil” in the Index. I ACTUAL
MILEAGE I SERVICEDBY: I
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (Seefootnote +.)
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
I7 Inspect fuel tank, cap andlines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket
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(32O C) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service.
I f you do not useyour vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and
filter donot require changing.
I MaintenanceSchedule I
52,500 Miles (87 500 km) I DATE
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0 Check OilLife Monitor. If engine oi1 and filter are changed, reset monitor.See
“Engine Oil” inthe Index.
ACTUAL
MILEAGE I SERVICED BY:
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” inthe Index for proper
(See footnote +.)
rotation pattern and additional information.
0 Inspect engine accessorydrive belt.
An Emission Control Service.
CI Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket
for any damage. Replace partsas needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
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1 MaintenanceSchedule I
67,500 Miles (112 500 km)
0 Check Oil Life Monitor.If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See
“Engine Oil” in the Index. MILEAGE
An Emission ControlService. (See footnote*.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index
for proper
+.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
75,000 Miles (125 000 km)
0 Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and
filter are changed, reset monitor. See
“Engine Oil” inthe Index. MILEAGE
An Emission ControlService. (See footnote*.)
0 Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter
if necessary.
An Emission ControlService. (See footnote“f)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” thein Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.)
82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
Check Oil Life Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See
“Engine Oil”in the Index. MILEAGE
An Emission ControlService. (See footnote*.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information.(See footnote +.)
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I Maintenance Schedule I
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE I
0 Check Oil Life Monitor.If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor.See
Oil” “Engine MILEAGE
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap andlines for damage or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket
for any damage. Replaceparts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (Seefootnote +.)
97,500 Miles (162 500 km) DATE I
0 Check OilLife Monitor. If engine oil and filter are changed, reset monitor. See
“Engine Oil”in the Index.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote *.)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (Seefootnote +.)
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Maintenance Schedule I
100,000 Miles (I66 000 km) DATE I
0 Inspect spark plug wires. ACTUAL SERVICED BY:
An Emission Control Service. MILEAGE
0 Replace spark plugs.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Change automatic transaxlefluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven
under one or moreof these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90°F
(32°C) or higher.
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, thefluid and
filter donot require changing.
150,000 Miles (240 000 km)
0 Drain, flush andrefill cooling system (or every60 months since last service,
whicheveroccurs first). See “EngineCoolant” in theIndex for whattouse. MILEAGE
Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test
the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Sewice.
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check
Listed beloware owner checks and services which Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
should be performed at the intervals specified to help coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control the Index for further details.
performance of your vehicle.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Be sure any necessary repairsare completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricantsare added to your Check the windshield washerfluid level in the
vehicle, make sure theyare the proper ones, as shown windshield washer tank and addthe proper fluid if
in Part D. necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid”in the Index
for further details.
At Each FuelFill At Least Oncea Month
It is importantfor you or a service station attendant to
per$orm these underhood checks at eachfuel fill. Tire Inflation Check
Engine Oil Level Check Make sure tiresare inflated to the correct pressures. See
“Tires” inthe Index for further details.
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil”in the Indexfor Cassette Deck Service
further details. Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play.See “Audio Systems”in the
Index for further details.
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At Least ’Ltrice a Year Automatic Transaxle Check
Check the transaxle fluid level; addif needed. See
Restraint System Check “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index.A fluid loss may
Make surethe safety belt reminder light and all your indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed.
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly. If your vehicle has a built-in child At Least Once a Year
restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps,
latch plates, buckle, clip, retractors and anchorages are Key Lock Cylinders Service
working properly. Lookfor any other loose or damaged Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
safety belt and built-in child restraint system parts.If specified in PartD.
you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built-in
child restraint systemfrom doing its job, have it Body Lubrication Service
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety beltsor harness Lubricate all hinges and latches, including those
for the
straps replaced. hood, rear compartment, glove box door and the console
Also lookfor any opened or broken air bag coverings, door. PartD tells you what to use. More frequent
and have them repairedor replaced. (The air bag system lubrication may be required when exposed to a
does not need regular maintenance.) corrosive environment.
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Starter Switch Check Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
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CAUTION:
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When youare doing this check, the vehicle could When youare doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.If it does, you or others could be move suddenly.If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the stepsbelow. injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough
around the vehicle. room around the vehicle.It should be parked
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking on a level surface.
Brake” in the Index if necessary) and
the 2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
regular brake. in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be NOTE: Be readyto apply the regular brake
ready to turnoff the engine immediately if it starts. immediately ifthe vehicle begins to move.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear.The starter 3. With the engine off,turn the key to theRUN position,
should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular
If the starter works in any other position, your brake, try to move theshift lever outof PARK (P) with
vehicle needs service. normal effort.If the shift lever moves out of
PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.
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I IgnitionTransaxle Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake t ry to turn
set,
Park on a fairly steephill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your€oot on the regular brake,
set the parking brake.
the ignition key to LOCK
in each shift lever position.
0 To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With
0 The key shouldturn to LOCK only when theshift the engine running and transaxle in NEUTR4L (N),
lever isin PARK (P). slowly remove foot pressurefrom the regular brake
0 The key should come out onlyin LOCK. pedal. Do this until the vehicle is. held the
by parking
brake only.
Transaxle PARK (P)
Parking Brake and Automatic
Mechanism Check To check the P m (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the enginerunning, shift to PARK (P). Then
r release all brakes.
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into
the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should be Engine Cooling System Inspection
performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspectall pipes, fittings
or other qualified service centerdo these jobs. Make sure and clamps; replaceas needed. Clean the outside of the
any necessary repairs are completedat once. radiator and air conditioning condenser.To help ensure
Proper procedures to perform these services may
be found proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and
in a service manual. See “Service and Owner pressure cap is recommended at least once a year.
Publications” in the Index.
Throttle System Inspection
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and fo
Boot and Seal Inspection damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace
any components that have high effort or excessive wear.
Inspect the fi-ont and rear suspension and steering system Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables.
for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack
of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses Brake System Inspection
for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
Clean and then inspectthe drive axle boot seals for Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses
damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary. for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,chafiig, etc.
Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface
Exhaust System Inspection condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and
drums, wheel
cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking
the exhaust system.Look for broken, damaged, missing or brake adjustment.You may need to have your brakes
out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions
connections or other conditions which could cause a heat result in frequent braking.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE IrzuIDILUBRICANT
and Lubricants Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean water
NOTE: muids and lubricants identified below by name, (preferably distilled) and use only
part number or specification may be obtainedfrom GM Goodwrench@DEX-COOL@
your dealer. or ~ a v O l b t PDEX-COOL@
Coolant. See “Engine Coolant”in
IUSAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT the Index.
Engine Oil with the American Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme11 Brake Fluid
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USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT I USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT I
Automatic DEXRON@-111Automatic Hood Latch Lubriplate@ Lubricant Aerosol
Transaxle Transmission Fluid. Assembly, (GM Part No. 12346293 or
Secondary Latch, equivalent) or lubricant meeting
Key Lock Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Pivots, Spring requirements of NLGI # 2,
Cylinders Superlube% (GM Part Anchor and Category LB or GC-LB.
No. 12346241 or equivalent). Release Pawl
Windshield GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent Hood and Door Multi-PuoseLubricant,
Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515)or Hinges Superlube% (GM Part
equivalent. No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM
Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).
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,Part E: Maintenance Record Any additional information from “Owner Checks and
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0Section 8 CustomerAssistanceInformation
Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance.
This section also tells you how to obtain
service publications and how to report any safety defects.
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Customer Satisfaction Procedure Chevrolet dealers havethe facilities, trained technicians
and up-to-date infomtion to promptly address m y
concerns you may have. However, if a concern hasnot
been resolved toyour complete satisfaction,take the
following steps:
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STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member
of dealership management.Nomdly, concerns can
be quickly resolved at thatlevel. E the matter has
already been reviewed with the sales, service of parts
manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the
general manager.
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STEP TWO -- If after contactinga memDer or In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994
dealership management, it appears your concern In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135
cannot be resolved by the dealership without further (English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish)
help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance
Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009
contact GM of Canada Customer Communication In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British
Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122
(English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
0 In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763-1315
For help outsideof the United States and Canada,call
the following numbers as appropriate: In other overseas locations, callGM Overseas
Distribution Corporationin Canada at:
In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 (905) 644-4112.
In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or
1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)
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For prompt assistance, please havethe following Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance
information available togive the Customer Information bookletfor addresses of
Assistance Representative: GM Overseas offices.
e Your name, address, home and business When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that
telephone numbers your concern will likely be resolved the
in dealership,
e Vehicle Identification Number (This is available using the dealer’s facilities, equipment and personnel.
from the vehicle registration or title,
or the plate at That iswhy we suggest you followStep One firstif
the top leftof the instrument panel and visible you have a concern.
through the windshield.) Customer Assistancefor Text
e Dealership name and location Telephone (TTY) Users
e Vehicle deliverydate and present mileage
To assist customers who are deaf, hard
of hearing, or
e Nature of concern speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs),
We encourage youto call us so we can give your inquiry Chevrolet hasTTY equipment available atits Customer
prompt attention. However, if you wish to write Assistance Center. AnyTTY user can communicate with
Chevrolet, address your inquiry to: Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV. (TTY users in
Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)
Chevrolet Motor Division
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 7047
Troy, MI 48007-7047
In Canada, writeto:
General Motorsof Canada Limited
Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
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Chevrolet Roadside Roadside Assistanceis available 24 hours a day,
365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA
Assistance Program (1-800-243-8872). This toll-free number will provide
you over-the-phone roadside assistance with minor
mechanical problems. If your problem cannot be
resolved overthe phone, our advisors have access to a
nationwide networkof dealer recommended service
providers. Roadside membershipis free, however some
services may incur costs.
Roadside offers two levels
of service to the customer,
Basic Care and Courtesy" Care:
0 Toll-free number, 1- 800-CHEV-USA
0 Free towing for warranty repairs
Basic over-the-phone technical advice
Available dealer services at reasonable costs (i.e.,
wrecker services,locksmithkey service, glass
repair, etc.)
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ROADSIDE Courtesy” Care PROVIDES: Chevrolet offersCourtesy Transportation for customers
0 Roadside Basic Care services (asoutlined previously)
needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will
be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by
Plus:
the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Wmmty
FREE Non-Wmanty Towing (to the closest dealer to eligible purchasersof 1998 Chevrolet passenger car
from a legal roadway) and light duty trucks. (Please seeyour selling dealer
FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost for details.)
on the road or locked inside) Note: Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease
0 FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed onthe road) customers operating 1998 and newer Chevrdet vehicles
for a periodof 3 years/36,000 miles(60 000 km),
0 FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road) whichever occurs first.All Courtesy Care services must
FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer
the road) Service Management.
Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not partof or
included in the coverage providedby the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to
modify or discontinueBasic Care and Courtesy Care
at any time.
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For complete program details,
see your Chevrolet dealer Please refer tothe Roadside Assistance brochure
to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. inside your owner information portfolio
for full
The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that program details.
will provide you with quality and priority service. When Canadian Roadside Assistance
roadside servicesare required, our advisors will explain
any payment obligations that may be incurred for Vehicles purchasedin Canada have an extensive
utilizing outside services. Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere
in Canada or the United States. Please refer
to the
For prompt assistance when calling, please havethe separate brochure providedby the dealer orcall
following available to give to
the advisor: 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services.
0 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet Courtesy Transportationis not part of the
Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customers
Chevrolet reservesthe right to make any changes or
needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will
discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time
be offeredin conjunction withthe coverage provided by without notification.
the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty
to retail purchasersof 1998 Chevrolet passenger cars For additional program details, contact your
and light duty trucks (please see your selling dealer Chevrolet dealer.
for details). Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to
Courtesy Transportation includes: rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If youare
under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Chevrolet
One way shuttle ride for any warranty repair will reimburse up to $3O/day for documented
completed duringthe same day. transportation you receive.
Up to $30 maximum daily vehicle rental allowance For warranty repairs duringthe Complete Vehicle
for any overnight warranty repair up to five days, OR Coverage period inthe New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
0 Up to $30 maximum daily cab, bus or other interim transportation maybe available under the
transportation allowance in lieu of rentalfor any Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your
overnight warranty repair up five to days, OR dealer for details. The Roadside Assistance program is
Up to $10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by available only in the UnitedStates and Canada.
another person (i.e.,fiend, neighbor, etc.) in lieu of In Canada, please consult yourGM dealer for
rental for any overnight warranty repair up to five days. information on Courtesy Transportation.
Note: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements
will be administered by your Chevrolet dealer
service management. Claim amounts should
reflect all actual costs.
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GM Participation in an Alternative BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program
administered by the Better Business Bureau system to
Dispute Resolution Program settle automotive disputes. This programis available
This program is available in all 50 states andthe District free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a
of Columbia. Canadian ownersrefer to your Warranty GM vehicle.
and Owner Assistance Information booklet for If you are not satisfied after following
the Customer
information onthe Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using
Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reservesthe right to the toll-free telephone number,or write them at the
change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue
its following address:
participation in this program.
BBB AUTO LINE
Both Chevrolet and your Chevrolet dealer are comrnitted Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc.
to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new 4200 Wilson Boulevard
vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation Suite 800
arises where you feel your concern has not been Arlington, VA 22203-1804
adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure
described earlierin this section is very successful. Telephone: 1-800-955-5100
There may be instances where an impartial third party To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name
can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
regarding vehicle repairsor interpretation of the New and a statementof the natureof your complaint.
Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and
disagreements, Chevrolet voluntarily participates in other factors.
BBB AUTO LINE.
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We prefer you utilizethe Customer Satisfaction REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you
may contact the BBBat any time. The BBB will attempt TO THE UNITED STATES
to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary.If GOVERNMENT
this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could
be scheduled whereeligible customers may present their cause a crash or could cause injury or death,
you should
case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
The arbitrator will make a decision which you may Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to
accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be notifying General Motors.
bound by that decision.The entire dispute resolution If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the investigation, andif it finds that a safety defect exists in
time youfile a claim until a decision is made. a groupof vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
Some state laws may require you to use this program campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved
before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration programin individual problems between you, your dealer or
or in the courts. For further information, contact
the General Motors.
BBB at 1-800-955-5100 orthe Chevrolet Customer To contact NHTSA, you mayeither call the Auto Safety
Assistance Centerat 1-800-222- 1020. Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the
Warranty Information Washington, D.C. area) or write to:
Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation
that contains detailed warranty information. Washington, D.C. 20590
You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO In Canada, please callus at 1-800-263-3777 (English)
or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write:
THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT General Motorsof Canada Limited
If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle Customer Communication Centre, 163-005
has a safety defect, you should immediately notify 1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
Motors of Canada Limited.You may write to:
Ordering Service and Owner
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Ottawa, OntarioK1G 352 Service manuals, owner’s manuals and other service
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS past model General Motors vehicles.
TO GENERAL MOTORS The toll-free telephone number
for ordering information
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in Canada is 1-800-668-5539.
in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify
us. Please call us at 1-800-222- 1020 or write:
Chevrolet Motor Division
Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center
P.O. Box 7047
Troy, MI 48007-7047
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Adding Equipment to the Outsideof Your Vehicle . . . . . 6-3 Anti.Theft.Radio .............................. 3-17
AirBag ....................................... 1-20 Appearancecare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-47
How Does it Restrain .......................... 1-23 Appearance Care Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-55
How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 Arbitration Program .............................. 8-9
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 Armrest.Storage ............................... 2-40
Readiness Light ......................... 1.21.2.52 Ashtrays ...................................... 2-41
Servicing ................................... 1-25 Audio Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-20
What Makes it Inflate .......................... 1-23 Audio Steering Wheel Controls .................... 3-19
What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24 Audio. Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
When Should it Inflate ......................... 1-23 Audio System. Tips ............................. 3-20
Air Bag System ................................ 1-20 Audio Systems .................................. 3-6
Aircleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18 Auto-Down Window ............................ 2-28
Airconditioning ................................ 3-4 Automatic
Air Conditioning Refrigerants ..................... 6-66 Overdrive (@) ............................... 2-20
Alignment and Balance. Tire ...................... 6-45 Transaxle Check .............................. 7-14
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...................... 6-53 Transaxle Fluid ............................... 6-19
AM-FMStereo ................................. 3-6 Transaxle Operation ........................... 2-18
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Auxiliary Power Connection ...................... 2-44
Player and Automatic Tone Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc
Player and Automatic Tone Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 13 Back-up Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-37
Antenna. Fixed Mast ............................ 3-22 Battery ....................................... 6-32
Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22 Jump Starting ................................. 5-3
Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacement. Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Brake System Active Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.55.4.9 Saver ...................................... 2-39
Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.54.4.7 Warnings ................................ 5.3. 5.5
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-9
9-1
Better Business Bureau Mediation................... 8-9 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement . . . . 6-36
Blizzard ...................................... 4-26 Center Passenger Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-26
Brake Certification Label .............................. 4-29
Adjustment .................................. 6-32 Chains.Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33
Fluid .......................................6-29 Chains.Tire ................................... 6-46
Master Cylinder .............................. 6-29 Changing a Flat Tire............................. 5-26
Parking ..................................... 2-22 Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-52
PedalTravel ................................. 6-32 Checking Your Restraint Systems .................. 1-64
Replacing System Parts ........................6-32 Chemical Paint Spotting..........................6-54
System Warning Light ......................... 2-53 CHG OIL SOON Light ................. 2-60.6-17. 7-5
Trailer ...................................... 4-33 How to Reset ................................ 6-17
Transaxle Shift Interlock .......................2-26 Child Restraints ...................... 1-33.1-34. 1-48
Transaxle Shift Interlock Check.................. 7-15 Built-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-35
Wear ....................................... 6-31 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........... 1-55
Brakes.Anti -Lock ............................... 4-7 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position .......... 1-57
Braking ........................................ 4-6 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position .......... 1-59
Braking in Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Top Strap ................................... 1-54
Break-In.NewVehicle .......................... 2-12 WheretoPut ................................ 1-53
Brightness Control .............................. 2-37 CigaretteLighter ............................... 2-41
BTSI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26 Circuit Breakers and Fuses ....................... 6-57
BTSI Check ................................... 7-15 Cleaner. Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-18
Built-in Child Restraint .......................... 1-35 Cleaning ...................................... 6-47
Bulb Replacement .............................. 6-33 Aluminum Wheels ............................ 6-53
Built-in Child Restraint ........................ 6-50
Fabric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-48
Canadian Roadside Assistance .................... 8-7 FabricProtection ............................. 6-49
Capacities and Specifications ...................... 6-64 Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-51
CarbonMonoxide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9.2.27.4.27. 4.33 Inside of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-48
Cassette Deck Service ........................... 7-13 Instrumentpanel ............................. 6-50
Cassette Tape Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 11 Leather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50
Cassette Tape Player Care........................ 3-21 Outside of Your Vehicle ........................ 6-51
Cellular Telephone .............................. 2-45
Special Problems ............................. 6-49 Courtesy Lamps ................................ 2-37
Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 Courtesy Transportation ........................... 8-8
Tires ....................................... 6-53 CruiseControl ................................. 2-32
Vinyl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49 Cupholders ............................... 2-40. 2-41
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Windshield and Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 1 Customer Assistance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-52 Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-2
Climate Control System ........................... 3-2
Clock. for Systems with Automatic
Tone Control. Setting the ........................ 3-6' Damage. Finish ............................... 6-54
Clock. for Systems without Automatic Damage. Sheet Metal ............................ 6-53
Tone Control. Setting the ........................ 3-6 Daytime Running Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36
Comfort Controls ................................ 3-1 DeadBattery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Compact Disc Care ............................. 3-22 Defects.ReportingSafety ........................ 8-10
Compact Disc Player ............................ 3-15 Defensive Driving ............................... 4-2
Compact Disc Player Care ........................ 3-22 Defogger.RearWindow .......................... 3-5
Compact Disc Player Errors....................... 3- 15 Defogging ..................................... 3-5
Compact Spare Tire ............................. 5-38 Defrosting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41 Dimensions.Vehicle ............................ 6-66
Control of a Vehicle .............................. 4-5 Dolby B Noise Reduction ........................ 3-12
Convenience Net ............................... 2-4 1 Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement .................... 6-38
Convex Outside Mirror .......................... 2-40 DoorLocks ..................................... 2-4
Coolant ....................................... 6-22 Drive Position. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25 Driver Position ................................. 1-11
BleedV'ves ................................. 5-23 Driving
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24 City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Heater.Engine ............................... 2-17 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Radiator .................................... 5-22 Drunken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
RecoveryTank ............................... 5-19 Freeway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Whattouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23 InaBlizzard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26
WhenTrailerTowing .......................... 4-36 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5
CoolingSystem ................................ 5-17 In the Rain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
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Driving (Continued) Used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17
Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15 What Kind to Use .............................6-14
OnCurves .................................. 4-10 When to Change .............................. 6-17
On Grades While Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35 Ethanol ........................................ 6-5
On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-22 Exhaust, Engine ................................ 2-27
On Snow or Ice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-25
Through Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4- 18
WetRoads .................................. 4-16 Fabric Cleaning ............................... 6-48
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-24 Fabric Protection ............................... 6-49
With a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-34 FeaturesandControls ............................ 2-1
DrunkenDriving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2 FillingYourTank ................................ 6-6
Filter. Air ..................................... 6-18
Filter. Engine Oil ............................... 6-17
Electrical Equipment. Adding . . . . . 2.15. 2.16.3.20. 6.56 Finishcare .................................... 6-52
Engine 6.10.6.11 Finish Damage ................................. 6-54
Coolant ..................................... 6-22 First Gear. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21
Coolant Heater ............................... 2-17 Flashers. Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
CoolantLevelCheck .......................... 7-13 Flat Tire. Changing ............................. 5-26
Coolant Temperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-56 FloorMats .................................... 2-43
Coolant Temperature Light ..................... 2-55 Fluids and Lubricants ............................ 7-18
Exhaust ..................................... 2-27 Foreign Countries. Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Four-Way Manual Front Seat ...................... 1-3..
OilLevelCheck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13 FrenchLanguageManual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Overheating ................................. 5-14 Front Parking Bulb Replacement................... 6-34
Running While Parked ......................... 2-27 FrontTowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-11
Specifications ................................ 6-65 Front Turn Signal Bulb Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34
Starting Your ........................... 2.14.2.15 Fuel .......................................... 6-4
Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36 Canadian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4.6-5
Engineoil .................................... 6-12 FillingYourTank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-6
Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13 Gage ....................................... 2-61
Additives ................................... 6-17 In Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
Checking ................................... 6-13 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57
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Gages Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 2-56 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check .................... 7-16
Fuel ....................................... 2-61 Illumination. Sustained Interior .................... 2-37
GAWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29 Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-40
Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle................ 2- 18 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ................. 2-39
GloveBox .................................... 2-40 Inspections .................................... 7-17
Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29 Brakesystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-29.. ExhaustSystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
en Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Front Drive Axle Boot ......................... 7-17
GVWR ....................................... 4-29 Front Drive Axle Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Radiator and Heater Hose ...................... 7-17
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-33 Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 5-2 Throttle System .............................. 7-17
Head Restraints ................................. 1-6 Instrumentpanel ............................... 2-46
Headlamps .................................... 2-36 Brightness Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-37
Bulb Replacement ............................ 6-33 Cleaning .................................... 6-50
High/Low Beam Changer ...................... 2-31 Cluster ................................ 2-48,2-49
OnReminder ................................ 2-36 FuseBlock .................................. 6-58
Wiring ..................................... 6-57 Interior Lamps ................................. 2-37
HearingDamage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Hearing Impaired, Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Heating ........................................ 3-4 Jack.Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.28.5.30.5.31.5.32.5.34
High-Beam Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 1 Jumpstarting ................................... 5-3
Highway Hypnosis .............................. 4-21
HillandMountainRoads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22 K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... 7-14
Hitches, Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 Key Reminder Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Hood Keys .......................................... 2-2
Checking Things Under . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Release ...................................... 6-9
Horn ......................................... 2-29
Hydroplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4- 18
Labels Door ........................................ 2-4
Certification .................................4-29 Key Lock Cylinder Service ..................... 7-14
Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-56 PowerDoor .................................. 2-4
Tire-Loading Information ...................... 4-28 Rear-Door Child Security ....................... 2-5
Vehicle Identification Number ................... 6-56 Trunk ....................................... 2-9
Lamps Window .................................... 2-29
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. 2-37 LossofControl ................................ 4-13
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-36 Low Coolant Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-56, 6-25
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Interior ..................................... 2-37 Low Oil Level Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-60, 6-12
OnReminder ................................ 2-36 Lubricants and Fluids ............................ 7-18
Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-5 Lubrication Service, Body ........................ 7-14
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running . . . . . . . 2-25
Lighter ....................................... 2-41 Maintenance. ~ o r m aReplacement
l parts . . . . . . . . . . . 6-65
Lights Maintenance Record ............................ 7-20
Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1.21.2.52
Anti-Lkk Brake System Active ............. 2.55.4.9 Maintenance Schedule ........................ 7.17.
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.54.4.7 Owner Checks and Services ..................... 7-13
Brake System Warning ......................... 2-53 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Charging System ............................. 2-52 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Scheduled Maintenance Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-4
ChgOilSoon ................................ 2-60 Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-54
Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 2-55
Maintenance When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36
Interior ..................................... 2-37 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 2-56
Low Coolant Warning .................... 2-56, 6-25
Low Oil Level Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-60, 6-12 Manual Outside Mirrors .......................... 2-39
Oilwarning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 Methanol ...................................... 6-5
Safety Belt Reminder ...................... 1-6, 2-51 Mirrors ....................................... 2-39
Convex Outside .............................. 2-40
Security .................................... 2-61 Inside Daymight Rearview ..................... 2-39
Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-56
Loading Your Vehicle ........................... 4-28 Manualoutside .............................. 2-39
Power Outside ............................... 2-39
Locks ......................................... 2-4
Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14Visorvanity ................................. 2-42
MMT ......................................... 6-4
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Mountain Roads ................................ 4-22 Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-26
Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30 WithaTrailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36
Parking On Hills. Leaving ........................ 4-36
Passenger Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-20
N e t . Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41 Passing . . & . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12
Neutral. Automatic Transaxle ..................... 2- 19 PASS-Key 11 ................................. 2-11
New Vehicle “Break-In” ......................... 2-12 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-17
Night Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15 Power
DoorLocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Odometer .................................... 2-50 OptionFuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57
Odometer. Trip ................................. 2-50 OutsideMirrors .............................. 2-39
Off-Road Recovery ............................. 4- 12 Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4
Oil. Engine .................................... 6-12 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Oil Life Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-17. 7-5 Steering Fluid ................................ 6-26
Oil Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28
OnstarSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts .................... 1-19
(@)Overdrive. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 Problems on the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode . . . . . . . 5-14 Publications, Service and Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Overheating Engine .............................5- 14
Owner Publications. Ordering ..................... 8- 12 Radiator Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26
Radio Reception ................................ 3-19
P a i n t Spotting. Chemical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-54 Radios ........................................ 3-6
Park Rain, Driving In ................................ 4-16
Automatic Transaxle .......................... 2- 18 Rain, Other Tips ................................ 4-18
Shifting Into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23 ReadingLamps ................................ 2-38
Shifting Out of ............................... 2-26 Rear
Parking Door Child Security Locks ...................... 2-5
AtNight .................................... 2-10 Outside Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-28
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ..................... 1-30
Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Seatpassengers .............................. 1-27
Mechanism Check ........................... 7-16 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Lots ....................................... 2-10 Window Defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
9-7
Rearview Mirror. InsideDaymight ................. 2-39 safety Belts ................................... 1-6
Reclining Front Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4 Adults ...................................... 1-11
Recovery Tank. Coolant .......................... 5-19 Center Passenger Position ...................... 1-26
Refrigerants. Air Conditioning .................... 6-66 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33
Remote Driver Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.11
Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5 Extender .................................... 1-64
Trunk Release ................................. 2-9 How to Wear Properly ......................... 1.11
Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 IncorrectUsage .................... 1.15.1.62.1.63
Replacement LapBelt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-26
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-63 Lap-Shoulder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.12.1.28
Parts .......................................6-65 LargerChildren .............................. 1-61
Wheel ...................................... 6-45 Questions and Answers ........................ 1-10
Replacing Safety Belts ........................... 1-65 Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-30
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 8-10 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28
Restraints Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-27
Care of Safety Belts and Built-in Child ReminderLight ......................... 1-6 , 2.5 1
Restraint Harness ............................ 6-50 Replacing After a Crash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-65
Checking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-64 Right Front Passenger Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Child . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33.1-34. 1-48 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Cleaning the Built-in Child Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50 Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-33
Head ........................................ 1-6 Use During Pregnancy ......................... 1.19
Replacing Parts After a Crash ................... 1-65 Why They Work ............................... 1-7
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-14 Safety Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33
Reverse. Automatic Transaxle ..................... 2- 19 Safety Defects. Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10
Right Front Passenger Position .................... 1-20 Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... vi
Roadside Assistance .............................. 8-5 Seatback. Reclining Front ......................... 1-4
Roadside Assistance. Canadian ..................... 8-7 Seats
Rocking Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-39 ManualFour-WayFront ........................ 1-3
Rotation. Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-41 Manual Two-way Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-64 Power ....................................... 1-4
Restraint Systems .............................. 1-1
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SeatControls ................................. 1-2 Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-64
Securing a Child Restraint ...................... 1-48 Specifications. Engine ........................... 6-65
Second Gear. Automatic Transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance ............... 8-4
SecurityLight .................................. 2-61 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-50
Security System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-11 Stains. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-48
Service ........................................ 6-2 Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-15
Bulletins. Ordering ............................ 8- 12 Starting Your Engine ....................... 2- 14. 2- 15
Engine Soon Light ............................ 2-56 Steam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5.15. 5-16
Manuals. Ordering ............................ 8- 12 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Parts Identification Label ....................... 6-56 In Emergencies ............................... 4-11
Publications. Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 12 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Publications. Ordering in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8- 11 Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Work. Doing Your Own . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Wheel. Tilt .................................. 2-29
Service and Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 Storage Compartments ........................... 2-40
Service and Owner Publications ................... 8- 12 Storage. Vehicle ................................ 6-32
Service Publications ............................. 8- 12 Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow .................. 5-39
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ........... 1-25 SunVisors .................................... 2-42
Sheet Metal Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-53 Sunroof ....................................... 2-45
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ShiftLever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Symbols.Vehicle ................................ vu1
Shifting Remote Keyless Entry .......................... 2-8
Automatic Transaxle .......................... 2- 18
Into Park (P) ................................. 2-23
OutofPark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-50
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ....................... 6-36
SignalingTurns ................................ 2-30 TapePlayerCare ............................... 3-21
Skidding ...................................... 4-14 Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10
Sound Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20 Theft-Deterrent Feature .......................... 3-17
Spare Tire. THEFTLOCK ................................ 3-17
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0 Service Station Checkpoints
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
P5-19 AND P6-25
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WINDSHIELD I
HOOD
REMOTE
RELEASE
TRUNK
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FUEL
DOOR
F4-Y P6-6
WASHER
FLUID
REMOTE P6-9
BATTERY P6-28
TERMINAL
P5-4
9-12