Chevrolet LUMINA 1995, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...s ProblemsontheRoad This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tireor engine overheating etc ServiceandAppearanceCare Here the manual tells you how to keep your Chevrolet running properly and looking good Maintenanceschedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use Customer Assistance Information This...

Page 4: ...s manual in your Chevrolet so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10254582B 0 Second Printing ii WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARYTECHNICIAN CERTIFICATIONTHROUGH AUTOMOTIVE National Institute for SERVICE EXCELLENCE We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners W...

Page 5: ...shiftedgearsfrom making carriages to making cars I forming half the team that gave I birth to Chevrolet I Louis Chevrolet the other half of the team at the wheelof his experimental Classic Six which enteredproduction in 1912 Thatyear 2999 vehicles were produced ...

Page 6: ...In January 1942 Chevroletfactories ...

Page 7: ...lic and was poweredby an availablefuel injected V8 I I I 60 s automotive excitement I includedChevroletlandmarks f a like the Corvette Sting Ray the sporty Camaro and powerplants like the legendary 327 V8 Your newChevroletcontinues a tradition o f quality and value ...

Page 8: ...t of all that s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautionsin this book We use abox with gray backgroundandthe word CAUTIONto tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning In the gray cautionarea we tell you what thehazard is Thenwe tell you what to doto help avoidor reducethe hazard Plea...

Page 9: ...your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use yellow for cautions bluefor notices and the words CAUTION or NOTICE vi...

Page 10: ...ehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS POWER WINDOW These symbols have to do with your lights SIGNALS e TURN HIGH LAMPSoR BEAM o FOGLAMPS 0 These symbols are on someof your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are usedon warning and indicator lights COOLANT Fe TEMP ENGINE CHARGING I 1 BAllERY SYSTEM BRAKE 0 RADIATOR COOLANT a FUEL ENGINEOIL PRESSURE ...

Page 11: ...your Manual Front Seat Chevrolet and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should not do with airbags and safety belts Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you how to adjust the seats and explains reclining seatbacks and head restraints 1 1 ...

Page 12: ...e seat to where you wantit and release the bar T r y to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is locked in place The driver s seat may have a bar and a handle under the front edgeof the seat Lift the bar to unlock the seat and slide it forward and back Lift the handle to tilt the seat upor down 1 2 ...

Page 13: ...trol to the front or back Raise or lower the seat by holding the control up or down REAR C Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch down to lower the rear of the seat Lift the lever to release the seatback then move the seatbackto where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatbackin place Pull up on the lever without pushing onthe seatback andthe seatback will move...

Page 14: ...ack reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 4 I Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash ...

Page 15: ... and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never knowif you ll bein a crash If youdo have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts...

Page 16: ...Why Safety Belts Work When youride in or on anything yougo as fast as it goes Put someone on it Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seaton wheels 1 6 ...

Page 17: ... c Get it up to speed Thenstop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could bethe windshield 1 7 ...

Page 18: ...panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense 1 8 ...

Page 19: ...so they work with safety belts not insteadof them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has requiredthe use of safety belts Evenif you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver andI never drive far from A You may be an excellent driver bu...

Page 20: ...hich restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap ShoulderBelt The driver has a lap shoulder bekHere s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick upthe latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t letit get t...

Page 21: ...pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on 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 th...

Page 22: ...red position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it 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 yourface and neck but not falling off your should...

Page 23: ... What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 13 ...

Page 24: ...Q t What s wrong with this I I A The beltis buckled in the wrong place ...

Page 25: ... What s wrong with this I I I I I 1 I I I 1 I J A The shoulder beltis worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 15 ...

Page 26: ... What s wrong with this A The belt is twisted across the body 1 16 ...

Page 27: ... on the buckle The belt shouldgo back out of the way Air Bag System This part explainsthe air bag system Before you closethe door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it youcan damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 17 ...

Page 28: ... instrument panel which shows AIR BAG or the air bagsymbol The systemchecksthe air bag s electrical systemfor malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information 1 18 ...

Page 29: ...How the Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag The driver s airbag is in the middleof the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag isin the instrument panelon the passenger s side 1 19 ...

Page 30: ...s because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of whatthe repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle s deceleration Vehicle damage is only one indication of this What makes an air bag inflate In a frontal or near frontal impa...

Page 31: ... bag inflated Some components of the airbag modulein the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panelfor the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time but the part of the bag that comes into contact with you will not be hot to the touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation will not prevent the driver fr...

Page 32: ...k properly You may have to replace the air bag modulein the steering wheel or both the air bag moduleand the instrument panel for the right frontpassenger s air bag Do not openor break theair bag covers ServicingYour Air Bag Equipped Chevrolet Air bags affect how your Chevrolet should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system ...

Page 33: ...n a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely thatthe fetus won t behurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way asthe driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this section When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it ...

Page 34: ... the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the beltis snug I Buckle position and release it 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 buckleis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if youever had to 1 24 I ...

Page 35: ...ein a crash And they canstrikeothers in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s howto wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let th...

Page 36: ...it does let it 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 buttonon the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt asyou pull upon the shoulder part 1 26 ...

Page 37: ...nder the lap belt If you slid underit the belt would applyforce at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulderbelt should goover the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop ora crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 27 ...

Page 38: ...fort guides pull the shoulder belts away from the neck and head There is one guidefor each outside passenger position in the rear seat You will find them tucked in between the seatback and the interior body about half way down the edge of the seatback Here is how you should install the comfort guides on the shoulder belts 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the in...

Page 39: ...stic cord mustbe under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edgesof the belt into the slotsof the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted andit lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 29 ...

Page 40: ...engers in the Index To remove and store the comfort guides just perform these stepsin reverse order Squeeze the belt edges together so that youcan take them out from the guides h l l the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed 1 30 ...

Page 41: ...on That includes infants andall children smaller than adult size In fact the lawin every state in the UnitedStates and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies 1 31 ...

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Page 43: ...raint 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 Where toPut the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child...

Page 44: ...njure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap 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 you how to do it 1 34 ...

Page 45: ...ninstructions were specifically designedfor this vehicle You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlierpart about the topstrap if the child restraint has one 1 Put the restrainton the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 2 Secure the childin the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up thelatch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt...

Page 46: ...e belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the restof the shoulder belt allthe way out of the retractorto set the lock 1 36 ...

Page 47: ...Center Rear Seat Position 7 Push and pullthe child restraintin different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back allthe way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger L You ll be using the lap belt 1 37 ...

Page 48: ...e belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat Follow the instructions for the child restraint 3 Secure the child in the child restraint asthe instructions say 4 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 38 ...

Page 49: ...isn t secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenge...

Page 50: ...Follow the instructions for the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say Pick up the latch plate and run the lap 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 beltgoes in front of the child sface or neck put it behind the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt M...

Page 51: ...e retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back allthe way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger directions to be sure it is secure 1 41 ...

Page 52: ...elt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in Children who aren t buckled up can strike other a crash people who are Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts 1 42 ...

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Page 54: ...elt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting ina rear seat outside position see Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides in the Index If the child isso small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child in the center seat position the one that haso...

Page 55: ... so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you andjust for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Wherever the child sits the lap portionof the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies b...

Page 56: ...der impact forces If a beltis torn or frayed get a new one right away Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts Aftera Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would beif worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mea...

Page 57: ...e many standard and optional featureson your Chevrolet 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 Keys 2 1 ...

Page 58: ... ones made easily using these If you needa new ignition key contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code or in an emergency call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance at plugs 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 NOTICE Your Chevrolet hasa 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 e...

Page 59: ...Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your door key or Remote Lock Control if your vehicle has this option 2 3 ...

Page 60: ...k switches The lever on each rear door works only that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all the doors Rear Door Security Locks When theselocks are set the inside door handles will not open the rear doors Be sureto let adults and older children know howthe locks work and how to cancel them To use the locks 1 Open the rear door Use a key to move the lever all the way up 2 Closethedoor 1 2 4 ...

Page 61: ...y subjectto Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules This device complies withP a r t 15of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Should interference to this system occur try this Check to determine if batt...

Page 62: ...r When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle the remaining transmitters must also be matched Once the new transmitter is coded thelost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle To lock all doors press DOOR To unlock the t r u n k press the trunk symbol on the transmitter The trunk will only unlockif your transaxleis in PARK P and your ignition is in LOCK OW or ACC You can m...

Page 63: ...it s probably time to change the batteries To replace your batteries 1 2 3 4 5 Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot on the back of the transmitter Gently pry apart the front and back Gently pry the batteries out of the transmitter Put the new batteries into the transmitter as shown on the transmitter Use Duracella batteries type DL2016 or equivalent Put the two halves back together Make ...

Page 64: ...e Remote Lock Control if your vehicle has this option Remote Trunk Release Option 1 Press the button under the instrument panel on the driver s side Your transaxle shift lever must be in PARK P Remember that your trunk can be opened at any time using this lock release Be sure to lock your doors 2 8 ...

Page 65: ...to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target forjoy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your Chevrolet and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Alwaysdo this Your steering wheel will be locked and so wi...

Page 66: ...m or disarm the system It works when you insert or remove the key from the ignition PASS Key II uses a resistor pellet in the ignition key that matches a decoder in your vehicle When the PASS Key II system senses that someone is using the wrong key it shuts down the vehicle s starter and fuel systems For about three minutes the starter won t work and fuel won t go to the engine If someone tries to...

Page 67: ...r PASS Key II system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your Chevrolet dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key II system If you lose or damage a PASS Key II ignition key see your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key II to have a new key made In an emergency call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 New Vehi...

Page 68: ...ill turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel likeLOCK Use OFF if you must have your vehicle pushed or towed RUN 0 This position is where the key returns after you start your vehicle With the engine off you can use RUN to display some of your warning and indicator lights START E This position starts your engine A warning chime will soundif you open the driver s door when the ignit...

Page 69: ... the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Tostart your engine 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key toSTART Whenthe enginestarts let go of the key Theidle speed willgo down as your engine gets warm 2 If your engine 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 flo...

Page 70: ...ht not perform properly I you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the partof this manual that tells how to doit without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in theIndex NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standingwater water cancome in through your engine s air intake andbadly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody o...

Page 71: ...ctrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt outlet I NOTICE After you ve used the coolant heater be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the weather the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying tolist everything her...

Page 72: ...engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you re in PARK P or NEUTRAL N to protect driveline components from improper operation There are several different positions for your shift lever PARK P This locks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily ...

Page 73: ...tton if you have aconsole shift See Shifting Outof PARK P in the Index REVERSE R Use thisgear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicleis moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NE...

Page 74: ...t to shift gears as you go faster something may be wrong with a transaxle system sensor If you drive very far thatway your vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when youare drivingless than 35 mph 55 km h and OVERDRIVE 0 for higherspeeds DRIVE D DRIVE D is like OVERDRIVE a but you nevergo into overdrive Here are some times y...

Page 75: ...ourengine FIRST 1 This position givesyou even rrioPe power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steephills or in deep snow ormud If the shift lever is put in FIRST l the transaxle won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough I I NOTICE If your frontwheels can t rotate don ttry to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or we...

Page 76: ...push the parking brake pedal with your left foot When you lift your Left foot the parking brake pedal will follow it to the released position 1 NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index Tha...

Page 77: ... shift leverinto PARK P position like set the parking brake this Move the lever up asfar as it will go 3 4 Move the ignition key to LOCK Remove the key and take it with you If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P 2 21 ...

Page 78: ...y in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake isfirmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever into the PARK P position hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if youcan move the shift lever away from PARK P without first p...

Page 79: ...ansaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your Chevrolet has a brake transaxle shift interlock You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shiftfrom PARK P whenthe ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while keeping the brake p...

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Page 82: ...e rearof the switchis pressed all the way down the window willgo all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window press and hold the front of the switch The driver s window controls also include a lock out switch PressLOCK OUT to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows wit...

Page 83: ...enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn SignaYMultifunction Lever The lever on theleft side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp HighLow Beam WindshieldWipers WindshieldWasher 0 Cruise Control Option ...

Page 84: ... burned out replaceit to help avoid an accident If the green arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs A chime will sound if you leave yourturnsignal onfor more an 1 2mile 0 8 km Headlamp High LowBeam To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash Hold it there un...

Page 85: ...nd further to HI To stop the wipers turn the band toOFF You can set the wiper speed for a longor short delay between wipes This can be very usefulin light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer toLO the shorter the delay Be sure to clearice and snowfrom the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do bec...

Page 86: ...r fluid tank only 3 4 full when it s very cold This allows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Cruise Control Option With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long tri...

Page 87: ...ff the cruise control Butyou don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can movethe cruise control switchfrom ON to WA Resume Accelerate for about half a second You ll go right back upto your chosen speed and stay there To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Here s the first 1 2 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the ...

Page 88: ...ess than half a second Each time you do this you ll go1mph 1 6kmk slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the st...

Page 89: ...amps Turn the knob to LAMPS C to turn on the headlamps and other operating lamps Turn the knob to PARK B to turn on the parking and other operating lamps without the headlamps Turn the knob to OFF to turnoff the lamps A warningchime will sound whenyou turn the ignition switch toOFF LOCK or ACC with the lamps on Instrument Panel Lamps You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lamps by moving the...

Page 90: ...change to full brightness The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside the regular lamps will go off and your low beam headlamps change to the reduced brightness of DRL To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake while the ignition is in OFF or LOCK Then start your vehicle The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brak...

Page 91: ...feature will not turn off the reading lamps only the lamps controlled by the dial Be sure to turn off any reading lamps using the switch before you leave the vehicle Sustained Interior Illumination Your courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you Open a door Press UNLOCK on the Remote Lock Control if equipped if equipped Press DOOR on the Remote Lock Control Sustained inter...

Page 92: ... doors are closed turn the lamps on and off with the switches Mirrors Adjust allthe mirrors so you can see clearly whenyou are sittingin a comfortable driving position Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror To reduce glarefrom lamps behind you move the lever to the night position 2 36 ...

Page 93: ...rved so you can see more mirror move the knob in from the driver s seat the direction you want to move the mirror Power Outside Mirrors Option The electric mirror control is on the driver s door Turn the control to the left to adjust the left mirror or to the right to adjust the right mirror Then move the control in the directionyou want to move the mirror 2 37 ...

Page 94: ...d pull up To use the cupholder flip it forward Instrument Panel Cupholder 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 netisn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not usingit To use this cupholder slide it o...

Page 95: ...te and CD storage bin and a cupholder To use the cupholder for large cups remove the insert Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also move them from side to side Visor Vanity Mirrors Open the cover to expose the vanity mirror For the driver s mirror slide the cover to the side For the passenger s mirror lift the cover If your vehicle has the optional passenger s ligh...

Page 96: ...e console ashtray open the lid andlift out the ashtray using the snuffer I The center front ashtray may be on the instrument panel or on the console To remove the instrument panel ashtray openit push down on the locking tab and pull out the ashtray 2 40 ...

Page 97: ...aterials could set them on fire causing damage Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element 2 41 ...

Page 98: ...ster United States Version Shown Canadian Similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how muchfuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically 2 42 ...

Page 99: ...ilar Speedometer Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or in kilometers used in Canada 2 43 ...

Page 100: ...r then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells howfar you have driven since you last reset it To set it tozero press the reset button Tachometer 4 x 1000 If you have the tachometer it displays the engine speed in thousandsof revolutions pe...

Page 101: ...you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when youare driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs canbe costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Fuel Gage ...

Page 102: ...he driver s safety belt is already buckled If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the charging system It could indicate that you have a loose drive beltor another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turnoff all your accessories s...

Page 103: ...bag sensors and modules the wiring andthe diagnostic module For more informationon the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index You will see thislight flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light doesn t come on when you start your vehicle or stays on or comes on when you are driving yo...

Page 104: ... warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pulloff the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer tothe floor It may take longerto stop If the lightis still on or if the anti lock brake system warning light is flashing have the vehicle towedfor service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light and Towing Your Ve...

Page 105: ...der to push Or the pedal may go closerto the floor It may take longer to stop Have the vehicle towedfor service See TowingYour Vehicle in the Index If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stayson when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the en...

Page 106: ...riefly as a bulb check when the engine is started Ifthe light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active Engine Coolant Temperature Light F This light tells you that your engine coolant has overheated or your radiator cooling fan is not working HOT If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road ...

Page 107: ...ou have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible Hot Coolant CanBurn You Badly In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating inthe Index Low Coolant Warning Light 0 If this light comes on your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat See Engine Coo...

Page 108: ... does not come on at all have it fiied right away If it stays on or it comes onwhile you are driving the computer is indicating that you have a problem You should take your vehicle in for service soon NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while the emission controls won t work as well your fuel economy won t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could...

Page 109: ... situations When the ignition is on but the engineis not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working butthe light willgo out when you turnthe ignition to START If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Haveit fixed right away Sometimes whenthe engine is idling at a stop the light may blink on and off This is normal If you make a ...

Page 110: ... checks oil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank It does not monitor engine oil level whenthe engine is running Additionally an oil level check is only performed if the engine has been turned off for a considerable periodof time allowing the oil normally in circulation to drain back into the oil pan This light will come on when you turnthe key to STARTand stay on until the...

Page 111: ...nd audio systems offered with your Chevrolet Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle Air Conditioning with Electronic Controls MAX With these systems you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your vehicle The systems work bestif you keep your windows closed while using them 3 1 ...

Page 112: ...ting set the temperature to a comfortable setting MAX This setting recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle and sends it through the instrument panel outlets A C This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets flBI LEVEL This setting brings in the outside air and directsit two ways Half of the air is directed through the instrument panel outlets Most ...

Page 113: ...mperature controlin the middle The system will bring in outside air and direct it to your upper body while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body You maynotice this temperature difference more at some times than others If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater you can use it to help your system provide warm air faster when it s cold outside 0 F 18 C or lower An engine coolant heater war...

Page 114: ...be covered by your warranty Flow Through Ventilation System Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it ismoving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is running VentilationTips 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better re...

Page 115: ...econds press and hold the forward arrow on the SEEK button untilthe correct minute appears 3 Press and hold the backward arrow onthe SEEK button untilthe correct hour appears Systems with Automatic Tone Control 1 Press and holdHR until the correct hour appears 2 Press and holdMN until the correct minute appears AM FM Stereo Radio Playing the Radio Turn the VOLUME knob to turn the system on and off...

Page 116: ...M FM to select the band 2 Find the station you want 3 Press SETuntil the wordSET appears onthe display 4 Press and holdone of the four numbered buttons or press and hold two side by side buttons buttons 5 The sound will mute Whenit returns release the Whenever you press that numbered button or pair of buttons the station you set will return Setting the Tone BASS Slide the lever up or downto increa...

Page 117: ...ss either SEEK arrow or the upper knobto stop scanning Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right The tape will begin playing as soon as you insert it If youhear nothing or hear a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press EJECT to remove the tape and start over Tapes that are longer than 30 to 45 minutes long on a side may not work well in this...

Page 118: ...was reset AM FM Stereo Radios with Automatic Tone Control If your Chevrolet has a radio with Automatic Tone Control the instructions below will explain how to use the radio To find out if your radio has Automatic Tone Control lookfor an AUTO TONE button If the system has one you have Automatic Tone Control If not see the systems explained earlier in this section Playing the Radio Press the PWR kno...

Page 119: ... 6 M 2 You can alsoset an equalization setting with each preset station 1 Press AM FM to selectthe band 4 Press and holdone of the six numbered buttons 5 The sound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return PSCAN Press PSCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds The radio willgo to thefirst preset stati...

Page 120: ...lances the speakers FADE Press this button lightlyso it extends Turn the knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position is a detent and balances the speakers Push the knobs back in when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right The tape will begin playing as soon as you insert it If you hear nothing or hea...

Page 121: ...ethe tape reverses 01 5 Press this button to reduce background noise Dolby Noise Reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the 00symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FWD 6 Press this button to advance quickly to another partof the tape Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape...

Page 122: ... Press this button to go to the startof the current track if more thaneight seconds have played If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The SEEK backward arrow will also find the previous selection on the tape RDM 2 Press this button to hear the tracks in random order NEXT 3 Press this button to go to the next track If you hold the bu...

Page 123: ...s removed To unlock it a code must beentered These instructions will tell you how to enter a code into your system They also tell you how to unlock the system with your code and how to shut off the THEFTLOCK system Entering a Code 1 Write down any numberfrom 000 to 1999 This is 2 Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN 3 Turn the radio off your code 4 Press the 1 and 4 preset buttons atthe same time and h...

Page 124: ...ered the wrong code and the system is stilllocked If youlose or forget your code and cannot unlock the system contact your dealer Disabling THEFTLOCK If you wantto turn off THEFTLOCK you will need to enter your code If youlose or forget your code see your dealer 1 Turn the ignition on and the radio off 2 Press the 1and 4 preset buttons at the same time and hold until SEC shows on the display You n...

Page 125: ...e loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearingloss or damage 0 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly I NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile tele...

Page 126: ... action non abrasive cleaner cassette This is a wet type cleaning system that uses a cleaning cassette with pads that scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn To properly clean your tape player follow the instructions with the cleaning cassette If you use this typeof cleaner the radio may display an error and ejectthe cartridge Thisis normal andis the result of an added feature...

Page 127: ...he edge 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 andthe outer edge Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it...

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Page 129: ...Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestriansor other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following di...

Page 130: ...rink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasonsfor these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Althoughit depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem...

Page 131: ...her countries it s even lower The BAC limitfor all commercial drivers in the U S is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many peop...

Page 132: ...moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s somethingelse about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance...

Page 133: ...ime Then you have to bring up your foot and doit That s reaction time Average reaction timeis about 3 4 of a second But that s onlyan 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 and eyesightall play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 314 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100...

Page 134: ...g That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will useit when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock B...

Page 135: ...there sa problem with the anti lock brake system the anti lock brake system warning light will stay on or flash See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam onthe brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wh...

Page 136: ...foot up to the brake pedal If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes To Use Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti lock work for you You mayfeel the system working or you may notice some noise...

Page 137: ... help you retain steering control If you do 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 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to...

Page 138: ...n a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway 4 10 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in fr...

Page 139: ...geof a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turnthe steering wheel up to114turn until the right front tire contactsthe pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel...

Page 140: ...tes it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won...

Page 141: ...p trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three typesof skids correspond to your Chevrolet s three control systems In the braking skid your ...

Page 142: ...when you have any doubt If you have the anti lock braking system rememc 11 helps avoid onlythe braking skid If you do not have anti lock then in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again This restores steering control Push the brake pedal down steadily when you have to stop suddenly As long as the wheels are rolling ...

Page 143: ...They may cut down onglare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching 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 lowerthe high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly int...

Page 144: ...wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving ondry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can makeit harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keepyour windshield washer tank filled Re...

Page 145: ...in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best adviceis to slow down when it is raining Some Other Rainy Weather Tip...

Page 146: ... a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust as you wouldfor a cross country Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green lightas a warning signal A traflic light is there becausethe corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check...

Page 147: ...have a clear viewof the freeway as you drive alongthe 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 ...

Page 148: ...y Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keepit serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service haveit done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealersall across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check be...

Page 149: ...the road inless than a second and you could crash and be injured What can youdo about highway hypnosis First be aware thatit can happen Then hereare some tips 0 0 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated witha comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pulloff the roadinto a r...

Page 150: ...g hill 0 0 0 0 Know how to go uphill You may want toshift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could b...

Page 151: ...de an ice scraper a small brushor broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth anda couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these itemsin your vehicle...

Page 152: ...til salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile 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 ...

Page 153: ...lumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimesthe surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patchof ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try notto brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with you...

Page 154: ...nket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators fromnewspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful 4 26 ...

Page 155: ...can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle OCCUPANTS VEHICLECAP WT TIRE LOADING INFORMATION FRT CTR RR TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT XXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE RTG PSliKPa FRT RR SPA IF TIRESARE HOT ADD 4PS1 28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on ...

Page 156: ...cle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load spread it out Don t carry more than167 pounds 75kg in your trunk NOTICE Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading If you put things...

Page 157: ...roperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your Chevrolet dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle 4 29 ...

Page 158: ... generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do DecideTo Pull A Trailer If youdo here are some important points 0 There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good sourcefor thi...

Page 159: ...istance Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 48007 7047 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer isan important weight to measure becauseit affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle The capacity weight includes the curb weightof the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it andthe people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you mu...

Page 160: ...f your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes laterwhen you remove the hitch If you don t sealthem deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only ...

Page 161: ...ake the brake fluid tap at the upper rear master cylinder port But don t use copper tubing for this If youdo it will bend and breakoff Use steel brake tubing Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before settingout for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in m...

Page 162: ...s back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns I NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or ot...

Page 163: ... to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you are towing a trailer you may prefer to drive in DRIVE D instead of OVERDRIVE or as you need to a lower gear Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could startto move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But ...

Page 164: ...railer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil belt cooling system and brake adjustment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a...

Page 165: ...ur hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the switch to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn tin 5 1 ...

Page 166: ...00 feet 100m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery hasrun down youmay want to use another vehicle andsomejumper cables tostart your Chevrolet But please follow the steps below to do it safely I NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your Chevrolet by pushing or pulling it won t work and it coul...

Page 167: ...n each vehicle Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL N 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lamps that aren t needed and radios This will avoid sparks andhelp save both batteries And it could save your radio I NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 1 4 Open the hoods and locate th...

Page 168: ...a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to negative or a metal enginepart Don t connect to or you ll get ashort that would damagethe battery and maybe otherparts too F 5 4 ...

Page 169: ... it to the positive terminal of the good battery Usearemote positive terminal if the vehcle has one 9 Nowconnecttheblack negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other endof the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery ...

Page 170: ...he battery is much less Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the enginefor a while T r y to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service I I 13 Remove the cablesin reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Metal EngineP a r t B Good Battery C Dead Battery...

Page 171: ...ructions and illustrations may not be correct Before youdo anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or rear with sling type equipment That your vehicle has front wheel drive The make model and yearof your vehicle Whether you can stillmove the shift lever If there was an accident what was damaged When the tow...

Page 172: ...e s steering column lockfor this The transaxle should be in NEUTRAL N and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towed on the front wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the front wheels don tgo more than55 mph 90 km h or fartherthan 500 miles 800km or your transaxle will be damaged If these limits must be exceeded then the front wheels have to be supported on a dolly ...

Page 173: ...Front Towing Hookup Attach T hook chains in front of the wheels into the side slotsof the cradle on both sides 5 9 ...

Page 174: ...g a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to groundor vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and raisevehicle until adequate clearance is 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 t...

Page 175: ...Rear Towing Hookup Attach T hook chains into the slots in the bottom of the floor pan support rails just ahead of the rear wheels on bothsides Use wheellift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment Use safety chains and wheel straps 5 11 ...

Page 176: ... 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 Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage and a warning light about a hot engine on your instrument panel See EngineCoolant Temperature Gage an...

Page 177: ...ay not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you 0 Climb a long hill on a hot day 0 Stop after high speed driving 0 Idle for long periodsin traffic 0 Tow atrailer 11 you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try thisfor a minute orso 1 Turn off your air conditioner 2 Turn on your heaterto full hot atthe highest fan 3 If you re ina trafficjam shift to NEUTRAL N ...

Page 178: ... sign of steam you can idle the engine for two or three minutes while you re parked to see if the warning stops But then if you still have the warning turn oflthe engine andget everyone out o f the vehicle until it cools down You maydecide notto lift the hood but to get service help right away 3 1L L82 Code M Engine When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant Recove...

Page 179: ... or above theCOLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anythingelse until it cools down 5 15 ...

Page 180: ...dd Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the COLD mark add a 50 50 mixtureof clean water preferablydistilled and a proper antifi eeze at the coolant recoverytauk See Engine Coolant in the Index ormore information about the proper coolant mix I NOTICE I IEngine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warr...

Page 181: ...s Use the recommended coolant When the coolantin the coolant recovery tankis at the COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you cantry You can addthe proper coolantmix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you doit 5 17 ...

Page 182: ...e severely damaged I 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left untilit first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 5 18 ...

Page 183: ...you turnit Remove the pressure cap 3 After the engine cools open the coolantairbleed valve I 3 1L L82 Code M Engine 3 1L V6 VIN Code M There are two bleed valves One is located on the thermostat housing The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube 5 19 ...

Page 184: ...ousing and heater inlet pipe 4 Fill the radiator with the propermix up to the baseof the filler neck If you see a streamof coolant coming from an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valves after the radiator is filled 5 Rinse or wipe any spilled coolant from the engine and compartment 5 20 ...

Page 185: ...e cap off 8 Start the engine and let it run until you canfeel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fans 9 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mix through thefiller neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 5 21 ...

Page 186: ...owout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If afront tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steerto maintain lane position then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the...

Page 187: ... Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowlyto a level place Turnon your hazard warning flashers The following steps will tell you howto use thejack and change a tire 5 23 ...

Page 188: ...nter nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwiseto remove it Then lift and remove the cover Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it Then lift off the spacer and remove the spare tire Turn the nut holding thejack and wrench counterclockwise and remove it Then remove thejack and wrench 5 24 ...

Page 189: ... won t come off Then using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the wheel cover untilit comes off Be careful the edge may be sharp Don t try to remove the cover with your bare hands If your vehicle has wheel nut caps remove them using the wheel wrench 5 25 ...

Page 190: ...nuts Don t remove them yet Turn thejack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head a few inches Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire 5 26 ...

Page 191: ...or may allow the vehicle to fall off thejack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle Raise the vehicle by turning thejack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the groundfor the spare tire tofit under the vehic1e Remove all wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 27 ...

Page 192: ...wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 5 28 ...

Page 193: ...Lower the vehicle by turning thejack handle counterclockwise Lowerthejack completely Tighten the wheel nuts firmly ina crisscross sequence as shown 5 29 ...

Page 194: ...your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedureto secure theflat tire in the trunk Put the flat tire in the trunkso the side that faces out when it is on the vehicle is facing down The full size tire will notfit down intothe well Placeit so the front is in the well and the rear is out of the well Put the bolt through one of the wheel nut holes install the ...

Page 195: ...ou can See Compact Spare in the Index See the storage instructions label to replace your compact spare into your trunk properly I I When youinstall the wheel cover on the full size tire tighten the nut caps to5 lb ft 7 N m 1 Nut 2 Cover 3 WingNut 4 Spacer 5 Tire 6 Wrench 7 Nut 8 Retainer 9 Jack 10 Bolt 5 31 ...

Page 196: ...ere you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again I I NOTICE Don t take your compact spare through an automatic carwash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact ...

Page 197: ...r transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on ...

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Page 199: ...evels There is also technical information about your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care Service Your Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best and wants youto be happy with it We hope you llgo to your dealerfor all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of ...

Page 200: ...manual see Service Publications in the Index Your vehicle has anairbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Chevrolet in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index NOTICE If you try to do your own service work without knowing enou...

Page 201: ... service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re acceleratingor driving up a hill That s normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to getrid of pinging It sthe heavy constant knock that means you have a problem Whataboutgasolinewithblendingmaterialsthat contain oxygen oxygenates such as MTBE or alcohol MTBE is methyl tertiary butyl ether Fuel that is no more than...

Page 202: ...igh ozone levels You should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain deposit control additives and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan ondriving in another country outside the U S or Canada unleaded fuel may be hard to find Do not use leaded gasoline If you use even one tankful your emission controls ...

Page 203: ...Filling Your Tank The capis behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle While refueling hang the cap inside the fuel door To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise ...

Page 204: ... it may notfit orhave proper venting and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged Be careful notto spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfacesas soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Chevrolet in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks ...

Page 205: ...me hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle Then go to thefront of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure a l lthe filler capsare on properly Thenjust pull the hood downand close itfirmly 6 7 ...

Page 206: ...diatorPressureCap 2 EngineCoolantReservoir 3 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 4 CoolantBleedValves 5 ElectricEngineFans 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap 7 EngineOilDipstick 8 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 9 BrakeFluidReservoir 10 AirCleaner 11 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 8 ...

Page 207: ...ressure Cap 7 Coolant Bleed Valves 2 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick 3 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 9 Brake Fluid Reservoir 4 Electric Engine Fans 10 Air Cleaner 5 Engine Oil Dipstick 11 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 6 Engine Oil Fill Cap 6 9 ...

Page 208: ...his is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground 3 1L L82 CodeM Engine The engine oil dipstick handleis the yellow loop near the front of the engine Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t theoil dipstick m...

Page 209: ... below the upper mark then you ll need to add someoil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has 3 4L LQ1 Code X Engine cross hatched area that shows the proper so much oil that the oil level gets above the operating range your engine could be damag...

Page 210: ...bol The Starburst symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API and is preferred for use in your gasoline engine If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on thefront of the oil container If you have your oil changedfor you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certifiedfor gasoline engines...

Page 211: ... OR As shown in the chart SAE 5W 30 is bestfor your vehicle However you can use SAE 1OW 30 if it s going to be0 F 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosityoils such as SAE 2OW 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the proper oil can result in...

Page 212: ...O C or colder If your vehicle has this option see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements thatmay be unhealthyfor your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags con...

Page 213: ...crews and pulloff the cover I Pull out the filter Be sure to install the air filter and install the cover tightly when you are finished Refer tothe Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index 6 15 ...

Page 214: ...e to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine whento change your fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealer Service Department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions...

Page 215: ...While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperaturesare above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than50 F lO C you may have to drive longer To check the fluid level 0 0 0 0 Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the ...

Page 216: ...ull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel then pullit back out again 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and 3 1LL82 Code M Engine 3 4L LQ1 Code X Engine 3 4 Check both sidesof the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way ...

Page 217: ...Check 0 When the correctfluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant whenit is low If you have a problem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your radiator see Engine Overheating in the Index The proper coolantfor your Chevrolet will Give freezing protection downto 34 F 37 C Giveboiling protectio...

Page 218: ...ered by your warranty Toomuch water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Adding Coolant To Check Coolant When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the COLD mark or a little higher When your engineis warm the level should be up to the HOT mark or a little higher 6 20 ...

Page 219: ...Add Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper mixat the coolant recovery tank If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty add coolant tothe radiator See Engine Overheating in the Index Add coolant mixat the recovery tank but be careful not to spillit 6 21 ...

Page 220: ...commended Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant throughthe radiator untilthe coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended 3 1L L82 CodeM Engine 3 4L LQ1 Code X Engine How To Check Power SteeringFluid When the engine compartment is cool unscrew...

Page 221: ...his system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired What to Add Refer tothe Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index NOTICE When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change always use the proper fluid Failureto use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals 6 23 ...

Page 222: ... with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other partsof the washersystem Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only 3 4 full when it s very cold Thisallows for expansion which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage y...

Page 223: ...luid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid levelgoes back up The other reaso...

Page 224: ... that they ll have tobe replaced Brake fluid candamage paint so be careful not to spill brake fluidon yourvehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your Chevrolet has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound ma...

Page 225: ...ake a few moderate brake stops about every 1 OOO miles 1 600 lun so your brakesw i l l adjust properly Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Vehicles we design and test have top quality GM brake parts in them as your Chevrolet does when it is new Wh...

Page 226: ...ery This will help keep your battery from running down Bulb Replacement In this section you ll find directions for changing the bulbs in some of the lamps on your Chevrolet See Replacement Bulbs in the Index to find the type of bulb you need to use Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods 6 28 ...

Page 227: ...lectrical connector to the bulb 5 Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tab on the bulb base into the matching notch in the retaining ring Turn the bulb a quarter turn clockwise untilit stops 6 Close the hood Front Park and Turn Signal Lamp 3 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by raising thelock tab and pulling the connector away from the bulb s plastic base 1 Open the hood The...

Page 228: ...1 I I 1 2 Open the flap bylifting the snap screw IF 3 Position the radiator airsidebaffle aside and remove the two nuts 6 30 ...

Page 229: ...away from the vehicle Push the tab on the bulb socket and turn it counterclockwise Pull the socket out of the assembly Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps tly Remove the bulb from the socket by pullingit out Do not twistthe bulb Push inthe new bulb Reverse Steps1 4to replace the assembly 6 31 ...

Page 230: ... 7 Replace the assembly in the vehicle Replace the screw Center High Mounted Stoplamp To reach the center high mounted stoplamp you must go through thetrunk I 1 2 3 Open the trunk lid Locate the stoplamp behind the rear seats in front of the trunk hinges T u r nthe socket counterclockwise until it stops and pull the bulb and socket out of the center high mounted stoplight assembly I s h in the bul...

Page 231: ...f the vehicle 4 Unscrew the two remaining wing nuts and pullthe assembly from the body carefully 5 To remove a socket pressthe tab turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out 6 Pull the bulb out Do not twist it 7 Push the new bulb into the socket 8 Replace the socketin the assembly 9 Tighten the socket both kinds by turningit clockwise 10 Install the assembly and the two lower wing nuts 11 Re...

Page 232: ...dshield Wiper Blade Replacement 3 To remove the bulb pullit out of the socket Do not twist the bulb 4 Push the new bulb into the socket 5 Reverse Steps 1 3 to replace the socket 1 Pull the windshield wiperarm away fiom the windshield 2 Lift the release clip with a screwdriver and pull the 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiperarm blade assemblyoff the wiperarm ...

Page 233: ... by a leading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Chevrolet If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers 6 35 ...

Page 234: ...ess damage from road hazards I Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60psi 420 Wa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure especially if you have radial tires which may look properly inflated even if they re underinflated If your tires have valve caps be su...

Page 235: ...heduled rotation intervals After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index m U When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t includethe compact spare tire in your tire rotation 6 37 ...

Page 236: ...ec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever rep...

Page 237: ...l on the government course asa tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C They represent the tire s ability to stop ...

Page 238: ...inflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure These grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires While the tires available as standard or optional equipment on General Motors vehicles may vary with respect to these grades all such tires meet General Motors performance standards and have been approved for use on Gene...

Page 239: ...See your Chevrolet dealerif any ofthese conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the r...

Page 240: ...can damage your vehicle If you have other tires use tire chainsonly where legal and only when youmust Use onlySAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten themas tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If youcan hear thechains contacting your vehicle stop and ret...

Page 241: ... of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol 0 Laundry Soap 0 Bleach ReducingAgents Cleaning the Inside of Your Chevrolet Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean damp cloth Your Chevrolet dealer has two GM cleaners a solvent type spot lifter and a foam type powdered cleaner They will clean norm...

Page 242: ...ts and stains will clean off better withjust water and mild soap If you needto use a solvent 0 Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use very little cleaner light pressure and clean cloths preferably cheesecloth Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain feathering toward the center Keep changing to a clean section of the cloth 0 When you clean ...

Page 243: ...ly scrapeoff excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier If an odor lingers after cleaning vomitor urine treat the area with a waterhaking soda solution 1teaspoon 5ml of baking soda to1cup 250ml of lukewarm water If needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Stains caused by candy ice cream m...

Page 244: ... may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax or other material ma...

Page 245: ...eaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or a 100 cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of...

Page 246: ...coating similar to the painted surfaceof your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals chrome polish abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage this coating After rinsing thoroughly a wax may be applied I NOTICE If you have aluminum wheels don t use an automatic car wash that has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes These brushes can take the protective coatin...

Page 247: ...derbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and otherdebris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can do this for you NOTICE Don t use corrosive or acidic cleaning agents engine degreasers aluminum cleaning agents or other harsh solvents to clean fiberglass springs they ll damage the sp...

Page 248: ...ay A Squeak SiliconeGrease Weatherstrips Stops squeaks I 1051055 16oz 0 473L Preservatone Vinyl top dressing 1051398 6 oz 0 237L Spot Lifter For cloth 1051515 32 oz 0 946L Washer Solvent Windshield washing system 1052870 16oz 0 473L Wash Wax conc Exterior wash Not recommendedfor pigskin suede leather See your General Motors Parts Departments for these products I See your Maintenance Schedule for o...

Page 249: ...ts Identification Label You ll find this label on your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is 0 yourVIN themodeldesignation paintinformation and a list of a l l production optionsand special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Add on Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your Chemlet unless you check ...

Page 250: ...fuses are in a fuse block on the passenger sideof the instrument panel Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses Additional fuses are in the underhood electrical centers on the right and left sides of the engine compartment Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse witha new one of the identical size a...

Page 251: ...ORY 1 Door Lock Rear Window Defogger Switch Switches 21 AIR BAG 1 SensingandDiagnostic Module SDM 23 24 28 29 30 32 33 38 39 STOPLAMPS TCCBrake Switch HVAC 2 HVAC Control Assembly Solenoid Box CTSY LAMPS Vanity Mirrors Defogger Relay I P Compartment Lamp Trunk Courtesy Lamp Header Courtesy and Reading Lamp US Lighted Rearview Mirror Dome Lamp WIPER Wiper Switch TURN SIGNAL Turn Signal Flasher POWE...

Page 252: ...le PCM Fuel Pump Oil Pressure Switch Fuel Pump Relay Fan Cont 1Relay Automatic Transaxle Transaxle Range Switch VIN M only Generator Digital Exhaust Recirculation DEGR Valve Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister PurgeValve Solenoid Heated Oxygen Sensor Fan Cont 2 Relay A C CMPR Relay VIN M only Cruise Control Module A C CMPR Relay VIN X only 6 54 ...

Page 253: ...only Electronic Ignition EI Control Module I P Fuse Block FAN CONT 1 Relay Passenger Side Underhood Electrical Center and I P Fuse Blocks Fuses 5 14 23and 32 FAN CONT 2 Relay andI P Fuse Block Fuse 16 Power Seat Circuit Breaker D Relay 14 15 16 17 18 Description FUEL PUMP AIC CMPR FAN CONT 2 Secondary Cooling Fan PassengerSide FAN CONT 1 Primary Cooling Fan Driver Side Not Used 6 55 ...

Page 254: ... 10 11 12 13 Relay 14 15 16 IGN SW2 VP Fuse Block PWR WDO and Circuit Breaker D Passenger SideUnderhood Electrical Center TCC and ENG EMIS Fuses IGN SW1 VP Fuse Block Radio Wiper HVAC ABS and Turn Signal Fuses Passenger Side Underhood Electrical Center F IJN ECM IGN and ELEK IGN Fuses HD LPS Circuit Breakerto Headlamp Switch ABS ABS Relay Description ABS Anti Lock Brake System FOG LPS HORN 6 56 ...

Page 255: ... The windshield wiper motoris protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheatsdue to heavy snow etc the wiper willstop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electricalproblem have it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakersin the fuse panel protectthe power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit break...

Page 256: ...194 or 24 234 Sidemarker Front 24 Sidemarker Rear 194 Stop TaiVTurn Signal 3057 Interior Lamps Bulb Number Ashtray 194 Center Instrument Cluster 161 or 194 Console Shift Indicator 73 Dome 561 Door Lock Switch 73 GloveBox 194 Heater and Air Conditioning Control T 1 75 T 1 5 High BeamIndicator 161 LuggageCompartment 920 Inside Rearview Mirror Reading 192 Side Window Switch 73 6 58 1 ...

Page 257: ...Code X 12 3 quarts 11 65 L Refrigerant R l34a Air Conditioning 2 0 pounds 0 91 kg Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter Change 5 quarts 4 7 L FuelTank 17 1 gallons 64 7 L See AirConditioning Refrigerants later in this section Engine Specifications L M Type V6 Displacement 191CID 3 1L Compression Ratio 9 6 1 Firing Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 Valve Arrangement In Head Thermostat Temperature 195 F 91 C 3 4L Code X ...

Page 258: ...SM6 3 4L Code X oR42LTSM Engine Oil Filter PCV Valve Radiator Cap Spark Plugs Gap 0 060 1 52 mm Gap 0 045 1 14mm Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your Chevrolet dealer For additional information seeyour Warranty and Owner Ass...

Page 259: ... dealerfor details Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affect the quality of the airwe breathe Improper fluid levels or even the wr...

Page 260: ...never you stop for fuel It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Chevrolet dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some productsGM recommends to help keepyour vehicle properly maintained The...

Page 261: ... dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Pai t D M ake sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced...

Page 262: ...hicle Schedule I Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km or 3 Months Engine Oil and Filter Change Every 6 000 Miles 10000 km or6 months Chassis Lubrication At 6 000Miles 10000 km Then Every 12 000 Miles 25 000 km Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Tire Rotation Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Spark Plug Replacement Spa...

Page 263: ...en Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Tire Rotation Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or every Cooling System Service or every 24 months Spark Plug Replacement Spark Plug Wire Inspection Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions At 60 000 Miles 100000 km Then Every 15 000Mi...

Page 264: ...etermined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warrantyor limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle usefullife We however urgethat all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded 3 000 Miles 5 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emissio...

Page 265: ... cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 9 000Miles 15 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 7 ...

Page 266: ...guides underbody contact points and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 1 SERVICED BY 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 8 ...

Page 267: ...le guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first C IRotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBYJ 21 000 Miles 35 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 9 ...

Page 268: ...trol Service 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbodycontactpoints and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 27 000 Miles 45000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service I I I DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 7 10 ...

Page 269: ...ndenser pressurecap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt or An Emission ControlService An Emission Control Service 0Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter Service more often under dusty conditions An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank ca...

Page 270: ... Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 12 36 000 Miles 40 000 km I7Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Sewice Lubricate theshift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first I I I I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY ...

Page 271: ... engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditionalinformation I I I DATE L ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 7 13 ...

Page 272: ...n dusty conditions Replacefilter if necessary An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 48 000 Miles 80000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission ControlService 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbodycontact points and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY i 7 14 ...

Page 273: ... 90O F 32O C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or Ifyou do not useyour vehicle under any o f these conditions thefluid andfilter donot require changing delivery service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 51 000 Miles 85 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ...

Page 274: ...ble guides underbodycontactpoints and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additionalinformation DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 57 000 Miles 95000 km I7Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 16 ...

Page 275: ...in flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control 0Replace air cleaner filter Replace filter more oft...

Page 276: ... 000 km 0Changeengine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first CI Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY 7 18 ...

Page 277: ... Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY I I I 72 000Miles 120 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 0Lubricate the shift linkage parlung brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first L DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 19 ...

Page 278: ...ner filter if you are driving Control Service 78 000 Miles 130 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission ControlService 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection ana Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additiona...

Page 279: ...ol Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 84 000 Miles 140 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE I I I 7 21 ...

Page 280: ...g brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first CE Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service Inspect camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service DDrain flush and refill cooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Indexfor what to use Inspect ...

Page 281: ...en under dusty conditions An Emission ControlService Service Service 17Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE L SERVICEDBY 7 23 ...

Page 282: ...Service I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BYJ 96 000 Miles 160 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbodycontactpoints and linkage or every6 months whichever occurs first I I I 1 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 24 ...

Page 283: ...d and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperature regularly reaches90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or I f you donot use your vehicle under any of these conditions thefluid andfilter do not require changing delivery service I D...

Page 284: ...rior to the completion of vehicle useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded 7 500Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first c 17Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12months whichever occurs fi...

Page 285: ...s whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 22 500 Miles 37500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern a...

Page 286: ...ngine Coolant inthe Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressurecap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt or An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control 0Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control 0Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control 0Inspect fuel tank...

Page 287: ...hichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additionalinformation I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 45 000 Miles 75000 km 0Change engine oiland filter or every 12months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contactpoints and linkage or every 12months wh...

Page 288: ...lice or I f you do not useyour vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid andfilter do not require changing delivery service 52 500 Miles 87 500 km 17Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service I7Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbodycontact points and linkage or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires ...

Page 289: ... belt An Emission 0Drain flush and refillcooling system or every 24 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Indexfor what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test thecooling system and pressure cap Control Service An Emission Control Service 0Replace spark plugs An Emission Control 0Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control 0Replace air c...

Page 290: ...ontact points and linkage or every 12months whichever o c c s first Rotate tires See TireInspection and 75 000Miles I25 000 km Change engineail and filter or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Sewice Lubricatethe shiftlinkage parking brake cable guides underbodycontactpoints and linkage or every 12months whiche ver occurs first ...

Page 291: ... Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY I 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the shift linkage parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage or every 12months whichever occurs first every 24 months whicheveroccurs first An Em...

Page 292: ...essure cap and neck Pressure test the coolingsystem and pressure cap An Emission Control Service 0Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Service Service 0Inspect fuel tank cap and linesfor damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service tIA...

Page 293: ...ern and additional information Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 100 000 Miles 166000 km 0Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under oneor more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such asfound ...

Page 294: ...ck the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary See Coolant in the Index for further details I performance of your vehicle Windshield WasherFluidLevel Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details At Least Oncea Month 1 I Tire Inflation Check tire infla...

Page 295: ...Parking Brake in the Indexif necessary and the regular brake NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediatelyif it starts should work onlyin PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The starter 2 Firrnly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOT...

Page 296: ...ownhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicleis held bythe parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability Shift toPARK P Then release all brakes Underbody Flushing At least every spring use plain ...

Page 297: ... and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tearsor leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position partsas well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes...

Page 298: ...USAGE Engine Coolant Coolant Supplement Hydraulic Brake System Parking Brake Guides FLUIDLUBRICANT 50 50 mixtureof water preferably distilled and good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze GM Part No 1052753 or equivalent conformingto GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M GM Part No 3634621 or equivalent with a complete flush and refill Delco Su...

Page 299: ...t or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM PartNo 1051515 or equivalent USAGE Hood Latch Assembly a Pivotsand Spring Anchor b ReleasePawl Hood and Door Hinges Fuel Door Hinge Weatherstrip Conditioning FLUIDLUBRICANT a Engineoil b Chassis lubricant GM Part No 1052497 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category...

Page 300: ...ed afterthe maintenance interval Any additional informationfrom Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 42 ...

Page 301: ...Maintenance Record 7 43 ...

Page 302: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 44 1 ...

Page 303: ...EPONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed withthe Sales Service or Parts Manager contact the owner of the dealershipor the General Manager STEPTWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved bythe dealer withoutfurtherhelp cont...

Page 304: ...let Customer Assistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 Refer toyour Warranty and Owner Assistance Information bookletfor addresses of Canadian andGM Overseas offices When contacting Chevrolet please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealership s facilities equipment and personnel That is why we suggestyou follow Step One first if you have a conc...

Page 305: ...disagreement regarding vehicle repairsor interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Chevrolet voluntarily participates in BBB AUTOLINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle disputes between customers and automobile manufacturers This program is available free of charge to customers who...

Page 306: ...he courts For further information contactthe BBB at 1 800 955 5100or the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying ...

Page 307: ... 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Assistance Center 1908Colonel SamDrive Oshawa OntarioLlH 8P7 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program To enhance Chevrolet s strong commitment to customer satisfaction Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Geo Roadside Assistance Center Asthe owner of a 1995ChevroletIGeo your mem...

Page 308: ...lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair up to 5 days OR 0 Up to 10daily fuel allowance for rides providedby another person i e friend neighbor etc in lieu of rental or any overnight warranty repair up to 5 days NOTE All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevrolet Geo dealership service management Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs 0 Chevrolet Geo...

Page 309: ...s service bulletins owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles Toll free telephone numbers for ordering information United States 1 800 551 4123 Canada 1 800 668 5539 Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems They may be usefulfor owners who wish...

Page 310: ...ian perform better service Service bulletins may involve any numberof vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe expensive service Somewill advise new or unexpected conditions and othersmay help avoid future costly repairs An important reminder service bulletins are meant for qualified technicians Since these bulletinsare issued throughout the model year and beyond an ind...

Page 311: ...ctronic Controls 3 1 AlignmentandBalance Tires 6 40 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 48 SoundEquipment 3 15 Antenna FixedMast 3 17 Antifreeze 6 19 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 49 4 7 Anti LockBrakes 4 6 Anti Theft Feature Theftlock 3 13 Appearancecare 6 43 Appearance Care and Materials 6 50 Armrest Storage 2 38 Ashtrays Front 2 40 Ashtrays Rear 2 41 AudioSystems 3 5 Auto DownWindow 2 26 Automa...

Page 312: ...erlock Maintenance 7 37 Canada Vehicles First Sold In 1 1 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 7 Capacities and Specifications 6 59 CarbonMonoxide 2 24 4 26 4 32 CassetteDeck Maintenance 7 36 Cassette Tape Player 3 7 3 10 Cassette Tape Player Care 3 16 CD Player 3 12 Center Console 2 39 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement 6 32 Center Passenger Position 1 23 Certification Label 4 28 Chains Safe...

Page 313: ...Driving 4 18 Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 46 Clock Setting the 3 5 ConvenienceNet 2 38 ConvexOutsideMirror 2 37 Coolant 6 19 Bleedvalves 5 19 Heater Engine 2 15 6 14 How to Add to the Coolant Recovery Tank 5 16 How to Add to the Radiator 5 18 Temperature Gage 2 51 TemperatureLight 2 50 CoolingSystem 5 14 Courtesy Transportation 8 6 CruiseControl 2 30 Erasing Speedmmory 2 33 Getting...

Page 314: ...4 2 Electrical Center Underhood Driver Side 6 56 Electrical Center Underhood Passenger Side 6 54 Electrical Equipment Adding 2 14 3 15 6 5 1 Electronic Controls Air Conditioning With 3 1 Engine Exhaust 2 24 Identification 6 51 Overheating 5 12 Running It While You re Parked 2 25 Specifications 6 59 3 1L L82 CodeM 6 8 3 4L LQ1 CodeX 6 9 Enginecoolant 6 19 Adding 6 20 Checking 6 20 Heater 2 15 6 14 ...

Page 315: ...antTemperature 2 51 Gasoline 6 3 Gasolines for Cleaner Air 6 4 G A M Gross Axle Weight Rating 4 28 Gear Positions 2 16 Glass Cleaning 6 46 GloveBox 2 9 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 4 28 i H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H Ialogen Bulbs 6 28 azard Warning Flashers 5 1 eadRestraints 1 4 eadlamp Bulb Replacement 6 29 eadlamp Wiring 6 57 eadlamps Operation 2 33 eadlamp High Low Beam Changer 2 28 e...

Page 316: ...2 28 Larger Children Safety Belt Use 1 42 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 5 Lights Leaving Your Vehicle With theEngine Running 2 22 AirBagReadiness 1 18 2 47 Anti Lock Brake System Active 2 50 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 2 49 4 7 Brake System Warning 2 48 Charging System 2 46 EngineCoolantTemperature 2 50 Low Coolant 2 51 6 21 Low Oil Level 2 54 6 10 Oil Warning 2 53 Safety Belt Reminder 1 5 2 46 Securi...

Page 317: ...tside 2 37 Visorvanity 2 39 MTBE InFue1 6 3 Multifunction Lever 2 27 Net Convenience 2 38 Neutral Position Automatic Transaxle 2 17 New Vehicle Break In 2 1 1 Nightvision 4 15 Odometer 2 43 Odometer Trip 2 44 Off RoadRecovery 4 11 Oil Engine 6 10 WarningLight 2 53 Owner Publications 8 8 Service Bulletins 8 8 Service Manuals 8 7 Overdrive Position Automatic Transaxle 2 18 Overheated Engine 5 12 Own...

Page 318: ... Defogger 3 4 RearviewMirrorReadingLamps 2 36 Rearview Mirror InsideDaymight 2 36 RecliningFrontSeatbacks 1 3 RecommendedFluidsandLubricants 7 40 Recovery Tank Adding Coolant To 5 16 Refrigerants AirConditioning 6 60 Remote Lock Control 2 5 Battery Replacement 2 7 MatchingTransmitters 2 6 Operation 2 6 Remote Trunk Release 2 8 ReplacementBulbs 6 58 ReplacementParts 6 60 Replacement Wheel 6 41 Repl...

Page 319: ...rnment 8 5 Reporting to the United States Government 8 4 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 12 SafetyWarningsandSymbols vi Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 3 Scotchgard 6 44 Seats Controls 1 1 Four WayManual 1 2 Manual Front 1 1 Power 1 3 Reclining Front 1 3 Restraint Systems And 1 1 Securing a Child Restraint 1 33 StorageAreas 2 39 Two way Manual 1 2 Second Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 19 SecurityLigh...

Page 320: ...reas Door and Seat 2 39 Storage Of Your Vehicle 6 28 Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 33 Sustained Interior Illumination 2 35 Symbols Vehicle viii Tachometer 2 44 Tail Stop urn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 33 Tamper Resistant Odometer 2 44 TapePlayer Cassette 3 7 3 10 Theftlock Feature 3 13 TiltSteeringWheel 2 27 Time Settingthe 3 5 Tire Loading Information Label 4 27 Alignment and Balance 6 40 T...

Page 321: ...lSeat 1 2 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever 2 27 Underbody Flushing Maintenance 7 38 UnderbodyMaintenance 6 49 Vehicle Damage Warnings vii Vehicle Identification Number VIN 6 51 Vehicle Loading 4 27 VehicleStorage 6 28 Vehicle Symbols viii VehicleTowing 5 7 Vehicle Controlof A 4 5 Vehicle Leaving Your i 2 5 Vehicles First Soldin Canada ii Ventilation 3 3 Ventilation System Flow Through 3 4 Ventilatio...

Page 322: ...dshield Wiper Circuit Breaker 6 57 Windows Power 2 26 Windshield Wipers 2 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 24 Winter Driving In 4 23 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 34 Wrecker Towing 5 7 Windshield 2 29 Wiring Headlamp 6 57 9 ...

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