Chevrolet LUMINA 1997, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...htness when The ignitionis on The headlamp switch is off and The parking brake is released When the DRL are on only your reduced intensity high beam headlampswill be on The taillamps sidemarkerand oth...

Page 4: ...Description B C D E Fuse 1 Not Used Power Windows Power Seats Not Used Rating Description Cigar Lighter InstrumentPanel and Console Cigar Lighters Not Used Not Used HVAC HVAC Control Assembly Solenoid...

Page 5: ...rent Module Radio DLC 11 20 Steering Wheel Control 2 Steering Wheel Radio Controls Power Accessory 2 Sunroof Control Unit S E O Accessory Feed 21 22 Air Bag Air BagSystem 12 Anti Theft PCM Theft Deter...

Page 6: ...Used Power Locks Door Lock Relay Remote KeylessEntry Receiver DRL MDL Daytime Running Lamp Module S E O AccessorySwitch Not Used Not Used Not Used Rear Defog Rear Window Defogger SwitchRelay 38 39 Ra...

Page 7: ...ive under different conditions Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Service and Appearance Care Here the...

Page 8: ...ur Chevrolet so it will be there if youever needit when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICAT...

Page 9: ...sfrom making carriages to making cars forming half the team that gave birth to Chevrolet Louis Chevrolet the other half ofthe team at the wheel of his experimental Classic Six which enteredproduction...

Page 10: ...ar I began in 1953 when 31 9 hand assembled I In 1932 Chevrolet introduced Corvettes Synchro Mesh launched I transmission and first use of a oflered a host o f fiberglass body in I accessories includi...

Page 11: ...I I I I The 1957 Chevy started a romance with the American 60 sautomotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks like the Corvette Sting Ray the sporty Camaro and powerplants like the legendary 327...

Page 12: ...and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt...

Page 13: ...ngthat can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be coveredby 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 m...

Page 14: ...ngers whenever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS t l These symbols have to do with your lamps SIGNALS ee TURN FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on some of your controls WDSHIELD WI...

Page 15: ...Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right Front Passenger Position Air Bag System...

Page 16: ...adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or makeyou push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehic...

Page 17: ...Driver s 4 Way Manual Seat Option The driver s seatmay have a bar anda handle underthe front edge of the seat Lift the barto unlock the seat and to slideit forward and backward 1 3...

Page 18: ...control to the front or to the 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...

Page 19: ...ld gointo it receiving neckor other injuries The lap belt can tdo itsjob either In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could caus...

Page 20: ...ide the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if youare buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts...

Page 21: ...ashes are mild and some crashes can beso serious thateven buckled up a person wouldn tsurvive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckleup can survive andsometimeswalk away With...

Page 22: ...I Put someoneon it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 8...

Page 23: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 24: ...even if you re upside down And your chanceof being consciousduring and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted If my vehicle has air bags why shouldI have t...

Page 25: ...mber of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than40 mph 65km h Safety beltsare for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware...

Page 26: ...se and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index soyou can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t letit get twisted The shoulderbelt may l...

Page 27: ...pull up on the shoulder belt The lappart of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touchingthe thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely...

Page 28: ...red position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing upon 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...

Page 29: ...hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body A The shoulderbelt is too loose It won t...

Page 30: ...ed inthe wrong placelikethis In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt...

Page 31: ...uslyinjured if you wear the shoulderbelt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increasethe chance of head and neck injury Also the beltwould apply too much force t...

Page 32: ...sted across the body You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work...

Page 33: ...ou can damageboth the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injuredif t...

Page 34: ...r the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system A CAUTION c You can be severelyinjured or killed ina crash if you are...

Page 35: ...trolof the vehicle I An inflating air bag can seriouslyinjure small children Always securechildrenproperly in your vehicle To read how seethe part of this manual called Children and the cautionlabel o...

Page 36: ...How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags L The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s a i rbag isin the middle of the steering wheel...

Page 37: ...t can be somewhatabove or below this range If your vehicle strikessomethingthat will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bagis not designedto inflate in roll...

Page 38: ...The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be somesmoke and dustcomingfrom vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent t...

Page 39: ...about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index NOTICE If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front p...

Page 40: ...has a bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in a center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pul...

Page 41: ...ucklethe safety belt quickly if you ever had to It s veryimportantfor rear seatpassengersto buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than...

Page 42: ...t clicks Pull upon the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the beltis not long...

Page 43: ...erious oreven fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulderand across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a...

Page 44: ...belt To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for c...

Page 45: ...ic cord must be under the belt Then place theguide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted andit lies flat The elastic cor...

Page 46: ...d all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to someage must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Chil...

Page 47: ...til a crash Duringa crash a baby will become so CAUTION Continued heavy youcan t hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 1b 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 1b 110kg force on...

Page 48: ...by children who weigh between22 and 60 pounds 10 and 27 kg and whose heightis between 33 5 and 51inches 850and 1295 mm and whoare capable of sitting upright alone The child should also be at least one...

Page 49: ...ughthe upper pair of slots A the middle pair of slots B or the lowerpair of slots C Which slotsshould I use for my child A With the child seatedon the child restraint cushion use the pair of slots tha...

Page 50: ...air of slots MAKE SURE THE TOP OF THE CHILD S SHOULDERS IS BELOW THE SLOTS THAT THE HARNESS GOES THROUGH A CHILD WHOSE SHOULDERS ARE ABOVE THOSE SLOTS COULD BE INJURED DURING A SUDDEN STOP ORCRASH IF...

Page 51: ...2 If the left andright halves of the shoulderharness clip are fastened together separate them 3 If the lap shoulder harness is buckled unlatch it by pushing the button on the buckle 1 37...

Page 52: ...4 Pull down the seatback partof the pad D 5 Select one side of the harness Add some slack to the shoulder partby pulling up on the lap part You ll keep mostof this slack until you finishStep 9 1 38...

Page 53: ...arness slack back into 7 Twist theharness slightly toremove it from the slot the slot 8 Move the harness up or down to the correct slot The correct slot is the one that will be at orjust above the top...

Page 54: ...for the other sideof and isn t twisted or flipped over the harness Be sure both sides are adjusted to the same height 12 Move the pad back against the child restraint seatback Make sure the harness go...

Page 55: ...e child ina sudden stop or crash If a child isthe proper size for the built in child restraint secure the child using the child restraint s harness But children who are too largefor the built in child...

Page 56: ...right halvesof the shoulder harness clip are fastened together separate them 2 If the lap shoulder harnessis buckled unlatchit by 3 Place the child on the child restraint cushion pushing the button o...

Page 57: ...step pulling only oneside of the harness out 5 Push the latch plate Qinto the buckle until it clicks Be sure the buckle is free of any foreign objects that may prevent youfrom securing the latch plate...

Page 58: ...uckled the harness will lock 8 Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip together The indicator window H on the clip will show green when the two halves are fastened together T...

Page 59: ...hey will move freely again Then repeat Steps4 through 8 If the harness still doesn t lock don t use the child restraint See your dealer to have the built in child restraint serviced 10 Adjust the posi...

Page 60: ...n on the buckle 3 Move one sideof the harness off the child s shoulder and let the harness go all the way back 4 Move the other side of the harnessoff the child s shoulder and let it go all theway bac...

Page 61: ...Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback 4 Then press the leg rest firmly into the seatback and secure it by pressing the upper corners against the fastener strips on the seatback J...

Page 62: ...ics 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 restraintin the rear seat Never put a re...

Page 63: ...be sure to securethe child restraint properly Keep in mindthat an unsecured childrestraint can move around in a collision orsudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sureto properly secure any...

Page 64: ...f using the instructions provided in the kit Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position u You ll be using the lap shoulder belt Seethe earlier part about the top strapif the child rest...

Page 65: ...e retractor while you push down on the child restraint 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions tobe sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbucklethe vehicle s safet...

Page 66: ...secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat You may however secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger s...

Page 67: ...hile you push 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different down on the child restraint directions to be sure it is secure If it isn t secure the restraintin a different placein the vehicle and con...

Page 68: ...e child restraintinstructions will showyou how You ll be usingthe lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 2 3 Because your vehicle has a right front...

Page 69: ...e retractor while you push down on the child restraint 8 Push and pullthe child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safe...

Page 70: ...r belt can provide Accident statisticsshow 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 o...

Page 71: ...to the child s faceor neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that ina crash the child s upper body would have the...

Page 72: ...his way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force wouldthen be appliedright on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap por...

Page 73: ...built in child restraint also periodically make sure the harness straps latch plates buckle clip retractors and anchoragesare working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt and buil...

Page 74: ...u need new safety belts or harness straps If safety belts or built in child restraint harness straps are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt bu...

Page 75: ...t PASS Key I1 New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine CoolantHeater Option Automatic TransaxleOperation ParkingBrake Shifting IntoPARK P Shifting Outof PARK P Parking Over...

Page 76: ...e with the ignition keyis dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leav...

Page 77: ...r keys Keep the plugsin a safe place If you lose your door keys you ll be able to have newones made easily using these plugs If you need a new ignition key contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain...

Page 78: ...ay not beso obvious You increase the chance of being thrownout of the vehicle ina crash if the doorsaren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you...

Page 79: ...oor handles will not openthe rear doors Be sure to let adults and older cluldrenknow how the lockswork and how to cancel them To use the rear door security locks 1 Open therear door Usea key to move t...

Page 80: ...Operationis subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired op...

Page 81: ...interior lamps to come on for a period of time see SustainedInterior Illumination in the Index for more details Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded t...

Page 82: ...to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery 1 Insert a flat object like a dime into the sloton the back of the...

Page 83: ...ld cycle lock and unlock to confirm synchronization If the locks do not cycle see your dealer for service A C WTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunklid open because carbon monoxide CO gas c...

Page 84: ...ase so be sureto lock your doors Theft Vehicle theftis big business especiallyin some cities Although your Chevrolet has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make...

Page 85: ...leavesomethingvaluable in your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like yourtrunk Lock the glove box or glove box 0 Lock all the doors except the driver s Then take the door key and remote ke...

Page 86: ...es see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the starter won t work with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle doesstart the first ignition key may be faulty Seeyour Chevrolet...

Page 87: ...new brake linings See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Avoid making hard stops for the first Don t tow a trailer during break in Ignition Positions With the ignition keyin the igniti...

Page 88: ...s in the ignition NOTICE I f your key seemsstuckin LOCK and you can t turn it besureyou are using the correct key if so isit all the way in If it is then turnthe steeringwheel left and right while you...

Page 89: ...check withyour dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle...

Page 90: ...n t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer dependson the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list eve...

Page 91: ...ft lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your Chevrolet has a brake transaxle shift interlock You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition...

Page 92: ...isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than35 mph 55km h push your Going about35 mph 55km h or...

Page 93: ...between gears SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as yougo down steep mountain roads but then you would also...

Page 94: ...d damage your transaxle Also if youstop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheatand damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift intoPARK P...

Page 95: ...o first to keepthe trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P 1 A CAUTION It can be dangerous to get outof your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P ivith the parking brake firmly set Yourv...

Page 96: ...ke 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this Move the lever upas far as it will go 3 Move the ignition keyto LOCK 4 Remove the key and takeit with you If you can leave your vehicle with th...

Page 97: ...the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave thevehicle with the engine running it could overheat andeven catch fire You or otherscould be injured Don t le...

Page 98: ...rom the parlung pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Your Chevrolet has a brake transaxle shift interlock You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift f...

Page 99: ...iousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange Your vehicle gets rusty underneath 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a collision 0 Your vehicle was damaged when...

Page 100: ...gine running Another closed in placecan be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index A CAUTION It can be dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake...

Page 101: ...the window press and hold the front of the switch The driver s window controlsalso include a lock out switch PressLOCK OUT to stopfront and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver...

Page 102: ...ou drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever as pictured Movethe ste...

Page 103: ...til you complete yourlane change The lever will returnby itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrow flashes faster than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and ot...

Page 104: ...rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer toLO the shorter the delay Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield car...

Page 105: ...n long trips Cruise control does not workat speedsbelow about 25 mph 40km h I 0 Cruisecontrol can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruisecontrol on winding...

Page 106: ...ol switch OFF until you wantto use it 1 Move the cruise control switchto ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 4 Push in theSETbutton at the end of the lever and releaseit Take your footoff the accelera...

Page 107: ...n for less than half a second Each time you do this you llgo 1mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your...

Page 108: ...switch toOFF LOCK or ACC with the lamps on The lamp controls are onthe instrument panel They control these systems Headlamps Taillamps ParkingLamps LicenseLamps Daytime Running LampdAutomatic Headlam...

Page 109: ...ake whilethe ignition is in OFF or LOCK Then start your vehicle The DRL will stayoff until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you nee...

Page 110: ...press UNLOCK or TRUNK on the remotekeyless e n q transmitter If you press UNLOCK or TRUNK and don t open a door the lamps will turn off after about 55 seconds If you press LOCK on the remotekeyless e...

Page 111: ...ery in case you accidentally leave the courtesy lamps on If you leavethe dial turnedall the way up orif you leave a door open thelamps will automatically turnoff after 10minutes ifthe ignition is off...

Page 112: ...d you Adjust the right mirror by hand To adjust the left mirror move the knob in the directionyou wantto move the mirror Power Outside Mirrors If Equipped The power mirror control is on the driver s d...

Page 113: ...right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the door key tolock and unlock theglove...

Page 114: ...e cupholder for large cups remove the insert 1 Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help...

Page 115: ...ushing on the door s right side To remove the ashtray push down on the snuffer located in the middle of the ashtray and lift it out NOTICE Don t hold a cigarettelighter in with your hand while it is h...

Page 116: ...e view A 3 Use a screwdriver to screw the locator post into the vehicle s carpeting Press down while turning to allow the locator auger point to pierce the floor carpet The locator will not screw down...

Page 117: ...dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything that exceeds the fuse rating Sunroof Option Your sunroof includes a sliding glass panel and a sliding sunshade The sunroof switch is l...

Page 118: ...Instrument Panel Your Information System 44...

Page 119: ...A Vents B InstrumentCluster C Climate ControVRearDefogger D Glove Box E Audio System E AshtrayandLighter G Remote Trunk Release H Lamp Controls 2 45...

Page 120: ...d States Version Shown Canadian Similar Your instrument clusteris designed to let you knowat a glance how your vehicle is running You llknow how fast you re going about how much fuel is in your tank a...

Page 121: ...Optional Cluster United States Version Shown Canadian Similar 2 47...

Page 122: ...hat happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the newone can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then that is what will be done If it can t then it will be set at zero and...

Page 123: ...ld not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s...

Page 124: ...n when youare driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds whenyou turn the ignition key to RUN If...

Page 125: ...oser to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on or if the anti lock brakesystem warning lightis flashing have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Ligh...

Page 126: ...brake system warning light flashing can lead to an accident After you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the anti lock brake system warning light stays...

Page 127: ...lock brake system active lightalso comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn tcome on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active Engi...

Page 128: ...inemay overheat See Engine Coolant in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soonas you can That reading means the same thing as the warning light It means that your engine coolant has overheated...

Page 129: ...n in correctly diagnosingany malfunction I NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and...

Page 130: ...is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer ox qualified service center for service If the LightIs On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunc...

Page 131: ...t turnoff have your dealeror qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools tofix any mechanicalor electrical problemsthat mayhave developed...

Page 132: ...ixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light stays on stop the vehicleon a level surface and turn the engine off Check theoil level using the engine oil dipstick See Engine O...

Page 133: ...mperatureand vehicle speed Because of this the CHANGE OIL SOON light maycome on as early as 2 000 miles 3 200km or less for harsh conditions Remember afterchanging your engine oil the system must be r...

Page 134: ...these situations are normal and do notshow a problem with your fuel gage 0 0 At the service station the pump shuts off before the gagereads FULL F It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than...

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Page 137: ...Rear Window Defogger Audio Systems Setting the Clock for Systemswith Automatic Tone Control Setting the Clock for Systemswithout AutomaticTone Control 3 6 3 8 3 12 3 15 3 17 3 18 3 18 3 19 3 20 3 20 A...

Page 138: ...he auxiliary temperature control option the center knob changesthe temperature of the aircomingthrough the system Turn this knob toward red clockwise for warmer air Turn it toward blue counterclockwis...

Page 139: ...ghthe floor ducts and a little to the defrost and side window vents The air conditioning compressorwill run automatically in this setting unless theoutside temperature is below 40 F 4 C Even whenthe c...

Page 140: ...u can use BI LEVEL with the temperature control in the middle The system will bring in outside a i rand direct it to your upper body while sending slightly warmed a i rto your lower body You may notic...

Page 141: ...e ductsof snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle De...

Page 142: ...d holdMN until the correct minute appears Q7 Setting the Clock for Systems without Automatic Tone Control Press SET SET will appear on the display for five seconds Withinfive seconds press and hold th...

Page 143: ...ed button the station youset will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition tothe four stations already set up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoini...

Page 144: ...necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Each detent on the...

Page 145: ...ever the tuner is inthe P SCAN mode The channel number P1 P6 will appear momentarilyjust before the frequencyis displayed In FM mode this function will scan through both FM1and FM2 preset stations and...

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Page 147: ...anotherpart of the tape Pressthe button again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station whilethe tape advances AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is...

Page 148: ...nto its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEE...

Page 149: ...SCAN mode The channel number Pl P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed Setting theTone BASS Press thisknob lightly so it extends Turnthe knob clockwiseto increase bass and c...

Page 150: ...could be that The disc is upside down 0 It is dirty scratched or wet It is very humid Ifso wait about an hour and PREV 1 Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to the start of a current track If yo...

Page 151: ...t after about one minute If you leave a compact disc in the playerwhile listening to the radio it may become warm Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed todiscouragetheft of your radio It works...

Page 152: ...w SEC to letyou know that your radio is secure The indicator by the volume control will begin flashing when the ignition is turned off Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter yo...

Page 153: ...ct SEC will appear on the display The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered When battery poweris removed and later applied to a secured radio the radio won t turn on and LOC will...

Page 154: ...onlyabout 10to 40 miles 16to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere withFM signals causing the sound to come and go AM rne range for mostAM stations is greater thanfor FM especially at night The...

Page 155: ...Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapesshouldbe stored in their cases away from con...

Page 156: ...settes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Hand...

Page 157: ...4 3 4 6 4 6 4 10 4 12 4 13 4 14 4 15 DefensiveDriving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night 4 17 4 20 4 21 4 22 4 23 4 23 4 2...

Page 158: ...oads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other driversare going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be readyfor their mistakes Rear...

Page 159: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmentalreasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what i...

Page 160: ...other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three tosix drinks inone hour Of course as we ve se...

Page 161: ...hol in a person ssystem can make crash injuries worse especially injuries tothe brain spinal cord or heart This means that whenanyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in acrash that person...

Page 162: ...ndsor more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at60 mph 100km h tra...

Page 163: ...g That means better brakingand 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 mayget harder to push down If your engine...

Page 164: ...ttle This is normal If there sa problem withthe anti lock brake system the anti lock brake system warning light will stay on or flash See Anti Lock BrakeSystemWarning Light in the Index Here s how ant...

Page 165: ...pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won thave time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room...

Page 166: ...rves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the veh...

Page 167: ...speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve whileyour front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust yourspeed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steadyspeed W...

Page 168: ...ason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheelshave dropped off the edge of a roadonto the shoulder while...

Page 169: ...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 0 Do not get too...

Page 170: ...eering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seekan escape route...

Page 171: ...eis skidding Learn torecognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when youhave any doubt If you have the anti lockbraking system...

Page 172: ...They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can takea second or two or even several seconds for y...

Page 173: ...ly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Evenif your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder tosee roa...

Page 174: ...oid puddles But if youcan t try to slow down before you hit them I A CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose con...

Page 175: ...hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best adviceis to slow down whenit israining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water c...

Page 176: ...y map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See t...

Page 177: ...ou leave the lane glancequickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once youare moving on the freeway make certain you Mile for mile freeways also called thr...

Page 178: ...The exit speedis usuallyposted e a 0 e e 0 4 22...

Page 179: ...the road inless than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips 0 0 0 Make sure your vehicle is well...

Page 180: ...ion off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor brakingor even none going down a h i l l You c...

Page 181: ...l brush or broom a supply of windshield washerfluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving und...

Page 182: ...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 t...

Page 183: ...nd clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimesthe surface of a curve or anoverpass may remain icy when the surroundingroads are clear If you see a patchof ice ahead of you brake before...

Page 184: ...p exhaust gases under your vehicle Thiscan cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t seeit or smellit so you might not know it is in yourvehicle Cl...

Page 185: ...you can get out of the vehicle anddo some fairly vigorousexercises every half hour or so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle OCCUPANTS VEHICLE CAP WT TIRE LOADINGINFORMATION FRT CTR RR TOTAL LBS KG...

Page 186: ...oss 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 than 167 pounds 75kg in your trunk Do not load your vehicle any heavrer than th...

Page 187: ...can If you don t usethe correct equipmentand drive properly youcan lose control when youpull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your...

Page 188: ...and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are som...

Page 189: ...informationor advice oryou can write usat ChevroletCustomer AssistanceCenter P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada write to GeneralMotors of CanadaLimited CustomerCommunicationCentre 1908Colonel S...

Page 190: ...to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper 0 Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal...

Page 191: ...it does both braking systems won t work well You could even lose your brakes Will the trailer brake parts take 3 000 psi 20 650 kPa of pressure If not the trailer brake system must notbe used with you...

Page 192: ...of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if poss...

Page 193: ...shift down you mighthave to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possi...

Page 194: ...en Trailer Towing Your vehiclewill need service more often when you re pulling atrailer See the Maintenance Schedule formore on this Things that are especially importantin trailer operation are automa...

Page 195: ...roblems that can occur on the road 5 2 5 3 5 8 5 13 5 15 Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System 5 24 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 24 Changing a Flat Tire...

Page 196: ...and off Press the switch located near the ignition 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 e...

Page 197: ...ctly someor all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoringthese steps could result in costly damage to your vehiclethat wouldn t be covered by your warranty Trying to start your Chevroletby pushing...

Page 198: ...warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Your vehicle s batteryis located under the windshield washer fluid reservoir I A I 2 C c J An electric fan can start up even when the engineis notru...

Page 199: ...that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally getit in your eyes or on your skin flushthe place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that thejumper cables don t haveloose or...

Page 200: ...it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle hasone Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other e...

Page 201: ...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 se...

Page 202: ...icle has front wheel drive The make model and year of your vehicle Whether you can still move the shift lever If there was an accident what was damaged When the towing service arrives let the tow oper...

Page 203: ...ion components When your vehicle is being towed have the ignition turned to theOFFposition The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designedfor towing s...

Page 204: ...T slots for car carrier securing Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage avehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground orvehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage raise the ve...

Page 205: ...s These slots are to be used when loading or securing to car carrier equipment Attach a separate safety chain around the outboard end of each lower control arm Rear Towing TowLimits 35 mph 55k h 50 mi...

Page 206: ...ipment To help avoid damage i n s t a l l a towing dollyand raise the vehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and or wheel lift equipment Do not attachwinch cables or J hooks t...

Page 207: ...just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from thevehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or...

Page 208: ...necessary 3 If you re in a trafficjam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving which is AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 0 If you nolonger have the overheatwarning youcan drive Just to...

Page 209: ...t s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 3100 Code M Engine A CoolantRecovery Tank B RadiatorPressure Cap C Electric EngineFans 3 4L DOHC Code X Engine A Coolant RecoveryTank B RadiatorPressur...

Page 210: ...c fan If the coolantinsidethe coolantrecovery tankis boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at orabove theCOLD mark on a cold engine The coolant level should be...

Page 211: ...r vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at theCOLD mark add a50 50mixture of clean water preferably disti...

Page 212: ...ne parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engineparts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD mark start...

Page 213: ...ey are under pressure and if youturnthe radiator pressurecap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait fo...

Page 214: ...or hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwiseuntil it 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 i...

Page 215: ...100 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 3 4L DOHC V6 VINCode X There are two bleed valves They are loca...

Page 216: ...nt comingfrom an air bleed valve close the valve Otherwise close the valves after the radiator is filled 5 Rinse or wipeany spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 6 Then fill the coolant...

Page 217: ...ixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 10 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck r...

Page 218: ...under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next pa...

Page 219: ...Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk Turn the center nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwiseto remove it Then lift and 1 remove the cover Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remo...

Page 220: ...Turn the nut holding thejack and wrench counterclockwiseand removeit Then remove the jack and wrench 5 26...

Page 221: ...g the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off Be careful theedge may be sharp Don tt r yto remove the cover with your bare hands To remove a center cap use the wrenchto pry gently at the notch Don...

Page 222: ...head until it fits firmly into the notchin the vehicles frame nearest the flat tire Put the compact spare tire nearyou Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicleslipsoff...

Page 223: ...p avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicleby turning thejack handle clockwise Raise the vehicl...

Page 224: ...ff and cause an accident Whenyou change a wheel removeany rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attachesto the vehicle In an emergency youcan use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure...

Page 225: ...heel nuts with therounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand untilthe wheel is held against the hub 8 Lower the vehicle by turning thejack handle counterclockwise Lower thejack...

Page 226: ...tightenedwith a torque wrench to100 lb ft 140Nom I NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts canlead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten thewheel nuts in...

Page 227: ...vehicle is facing down The full size tire will notfit down into the well Place it so the frontis in the well and the rear is out of the well Put the bolt through one of the wheelnut holes install the...

Page 228: ...uipment in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could causeinjury In a suddenstop or colIision loose equipment couldstrike someone Store all these in the proper place I 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Nut C...

Page 229: ...ant 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 NOTICE When the compact spare is insta...

Page 230: ...Spinning yourwheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as thetires If you spin thewheels too fastwhile shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle I Forinformationabou...

Page 231: ...NOTES 5 37...

Page 232: ...NOTES...

Page 233: ...Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Halogen Bulbs Windshield WiperBlade Replacement Tires AppearanceCare Cleaningthe Inside of Your Chevrolet 6 50 6 51 6 51 6 52 6 5...

Page 234: ...ervice Manual It tells you much more about how to service your Chevrolet than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index You can be injured and...

Page 235: ...your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or drivin...

Page 236: ...hanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to help clean thea i r General Motors recommends that you use these gasolinesif they comply with the specifications described earlier NOT...

Page 237: ...AUTION Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials...

Page 238: ...ght L If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your ta...

Page 239: ...fit properly This may cause your malfunctionindicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Checking ThingsUnder the Hood An...

Page 240: ...Hood Release To open the hood first pull thehandlelocated inside the vehicle near the parking brake pedal Then go to the frontof the vehicle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood 6 8...

Page 241: ...Radiator Fill Cap C Power SteeringFluid Reservoir D Engine Oil Fill Cap E Engine Oil Dipstick F AutomaticTransaxleFluid G Brake Fluid Reservoir H Air Filter Dipstick I RemotePositiveBattery Terminal J...

Page 242: ...diator Fill Cap C Power Steering Fluid Reservoir D Engine Oil FillCap E Engine Oil Dipstick E AutomaticTransaxleFluid G Brake Fluid Reservoir H Air Filter Dipstick I RemotePositiveBattery Terminal J W...

Page 243: ...You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder 3100 CodeM Engine 3 4L DOHC Code X Engine It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order toget a...

Page 244: ...he level 3 4L DOHC CodeX Engine When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the lower m a r k then you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But you must usethe right kind This part explains what kin...

Page 245: ...d by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certifiedby the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use anyoil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you c...

Page 246: ...THIS SYMBOL 38 27 16 4 7 10 COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SA 2OW 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED As shown in the chart if you have the 3100engine SAE 5W 30 is bestfor your vehicle However you can...

Page 247: ...en it s very cold you shoulduse S A E 5W 30 These numbers on an oil container showits viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosityoils such as SAE 2OW 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the Ameri...

Page 248: ...highway maintenance schedule Changethe oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500k m or 12months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine...

Page 249: ...screws and pull off the cover Pull out the filter Be sure to install the air filter and install thecover tightly when youare finished Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whento replace the...

Page 250: ...place when you re driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time tocheck your automatictransaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter...

Page 251: ...system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid _ _ Wait at least30 minutesbefore checkingthe transaxle fluid levelif youhave been driving When outsi...

Page 252: ...seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARR P 0 Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then withoutshuttingoff the engine follow these steps 3100 CodeM Engine 3 4L DOHC...

Page 253: ...to bring the level into the cross hatched areaon the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluidat the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take mu...

Page 254: ...ection up to 265O F 129O C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper enginetemperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should I NOTICE When addingcoolant it is important th...

Page 255: ...ire and you or others could beburned Use a 50 50 mix of clean water and DEX COOL coolant NOTICE If you usean improper coolant mix your engine could overheatand be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn...

Page 256: ...HOT mark or a little higher LOW COOLANT If this lightcomes on it means you re low on enginecoolant Adding Coolant If you needmore coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixtureat the coolant recover...

Page 257: ...gineparts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105kPa pressure typecap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine da...

Page 258: ...uspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired What to Use To determine what kind of flui...

Page 259: ...OTICE 0 0 0 0 When using concentrated washerfluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and dama...

Page 260: ...ed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top OF your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid...

Page 261: ...d of fluid inyour brake system your brakesmay not workwell or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid 1 NOTICE a a Using the wrong fluid can badly dama...

Page 262: ...brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal whenthe brakes arefirst applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wh...

Page 263: ...wn and youhave to have new onesput in be sureyou get new approvedGM replacement parts If you don t your brakesmay no longer work properly For example if someoneputs in brake linings that are wrong for...

Page 264: ...u ll find directionsfor changing the bulbs in some of the lamps on your Chevrolet See Replacement Bulbs in the Indexto find the type of bulb you need to use Halogen Bulbs A CAUTION I Halogen bulbs hav...

Page 265: ...tall the electrical connector to the bulb Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tabon the bulb baseinto the matching notch in the retaining ring Turn the bulb a quarter turn to the right unti...

Page 266: ...2 Open the flap by lifting the snap screw 3 Positionthe radiator air sidebaffle asideandremove the two nuts pliers maybe required 6 34...

Page 267: ...4 Slide the headlamp assembly outboard and gently pull the inside of the assembly away from the vehicle 6 35...

Page 268: ...the centerhigh mounted stoplampassembly 3 Pushinthe bulb turnit to the left and pull it oat of 4 Push the new bdb into the socketand turn the socket it to the fight 5 Replacethe bulb and socketin the...

Page 269: ...nuts and pull the assembly from the body carefully 5 To remove a socket press the tab turn the socket to 6 Pull the bulb out Do not twistit 7 Push the new bulb into the socket 8 Replace the socketin...

Page 270: ...nter of the domelamp cover at the same time Then squeezeand pull downward To help pry the sides loose a flat blade screwdrivermay be usedas an aid during this procedure 2 Remove the old bulb from the...

Page 271: ...down towards the glass to remove it fromthe wipe arm 5 Push the new wiper blade securelyon the wiper arm until you hear the release clip click into place For wiper blade replacement length and type a...

Page 272: ...replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Informationlabel which is on the inside of the trunk lid shows the correct inflation pressures oryour tireswhen they re cold Cold means your vehic...

Page 273: ...ual wear rotate yourtires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later inthis section for more info...

Page 274: ...ome off and cause an accident Whenyou change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In anemergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be s...

Page 275: ...ype bias bias belted or radial as your original tires Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle m...

Page 276: ...6 44...

Page 277: ...f wheel you need Each new wheel shouldhave 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 bolt...

Page 278: ...llowthat manufacturer s instructions Tohelp avoid damage to your vehicle driveslowly readjust or remove the device if it scontactingyour vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devi...

Page 279: ...hese unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach ReducingAgents Cleaning the Insideof Your Chevrolet Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid o...

Page 280: ...slightly damp paper towel 8 Dry it immediatelywith a blow dryer 9 Wipe with a clean cloth or cloth Ushg Solvent QpeCleaner on Fabric First seeif you have to use solvent type cleaner at all Some spots...

Page 281: ...ill stain if left on a vehicle s seatfabric They shouldbe removed as soon as possible Be careful because the cleaner will dissolve themand may cause them to spread described earlier Non Greasy Stains...

Page 282: ...eather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning theTop of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces o...

Page 283: ...ss only with mildsoapand lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should becleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM P a r t No 1050427 or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke...

Page 284: ...cold damp weather more frequent application maybe required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outsideof Your Chevrolet The paint finishon your vehicle provides beauty dep...

Page 285: ...ainted surfaces Wash the vehicle assoon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners thatare marked safe for painted surfacesto remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfacesare subject to agin...

Page 286: ...nance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines fram...

Page 287: ...res 12377964 16oz 0 473 L Cleaning Wax Protects finish and removes fine scratches 12377966 16 oz 0 473 L Finish Enhancer Spot cleans paint and gives high luster See yourGeneralMotorsPartsDepartmentfor...

Page 288: ...ntification Label You ll findthis label on your spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is yourVIN I themodeldesignation paintinformationand a listof a l lprod...

Page 289: ...When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected...

Page 290: ...rolAssembly Solenoid Box Mix Motor DRL Module HVAC Control Head Blower Control Switch HAZARD FLASHER R H SPOT LAMP S E O UP ELECTRONICS BATTERY FEED Chime Module Electronic Brake Control Module EBCM T...

Page 291: ...I P Compartment Lamp Header Courtesy and Reading Lamp US Lighted Rearview Mirror Dome Lamp WIPER Wiper Switch TURN SIGNAL Turn Signal Flasher Fuse 32 33 37 38 39 41 42 Description POWER LOCKS Door Lo...

Page 292: ...ecornpartmeat 0 0 0 RICMPTREL PCMBAT A C CONT TRANS F INJN PCM IGN ELEKIGN I I Fuse R CMPT REL PCM BAT A C CONT TRANS Description Remote Trunk Release Back up Lamps Powertrain Control Module PCM Fuel...

Page 293: ...cuum Canister Switch Electronic Ignition EI Control Module UPFuse Block Passenger s SideUnderhood Electrical Center FPMP Relay Cooling Fans I and 2 Ignition Relay P NSwitch FAN CONT I Relay Relay 14 1...

Page 294: ...erhood Electrical Center Driver s Side no0 u n o FAN 3 PARKLPS HORN ABS m 112 Fuse FAN 3 PARK LPS HORN ABS Description FAN CONT 3 Relay Headlamp Switch Horn Relay Underhood Lamp Anti Lock Brake System...

Page 295: ...S Relay Description ABS Anti Lock Brake System FAN CONT 3 Secondary CoolingFan Passenger s Side HORN Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Number Back up 3156or 3057 Front Parkingnurn Signal 3357NA He...

Page 296: ...CodeX 12 3 quarts 11 65L Refrigerant R 134a Air Conditioning 1 88 pounds 0 85 kg Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter Change 3100 CodeM 4 5quarts 4 2L 3 4LDOHC Code X 5 5 quarts 5 2L Windshield Wiper Blad...

Page 297: ...Type Displacement Compression Ratio Firing Order ThermostatTemperature Horsepower 3100 CodeM V6 191CID 3100 9 6 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 195 F 91 C 160 5200 3 4L DOHC CodeX V6 207 CID 3 4L 9 25 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 195...

Page 298: ...0 3 4LDOHC CodeX AC Qpe 41 919 Gap 0 060 152cm Gap 0 045 114cm Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase 107 5inches 273 0cm Tread Width Front 59 1 inches 151 35 cm Tread Width Rear 59 inches 149 4 cm Length 200 9...

Page 299: ...NOTES 6 67...

Page 300: ...b NOTES 6 68...

Page 301: ...cheduled MaintenanceServices Using Your Maintenance Schedule Selectingthe RightSchedule Part B OwnerChecks and Services At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month At Least Twice a Year At Least Oncea Yea...

Page 302: ...nvironment 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...

Page 303: ...ishes See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when Italso explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in goo...

Page 304: ...Chevroletdealer This part tellsyou the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedulethem If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and suppor...

Page 305: ...wn soone7 Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000Miles 10000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000Miles 25000 km Air Cl...

Page 306: ...occurs first Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions onl...

Page 307: ...eterminedthat the failure to perform thismaintenanceitem will not nullify the emissionwarranty or limit recall liability prior to the completionof the vehicle s useful life We however urge that allrec...

Page 308: ...n ControlService 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote i t 1 u o ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BY I 9 000 Miles 15 000...

Page 309: ...otation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccur...

Page 310: ...tTrip City Maintenance Scb We I lS9000Miles 30000 km I I 21 000 Miles 35 000 km 0Change engine oiland filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERV...

Page 311: ...e tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 27 900Miles 45 000 k...

Page 312: ...1 ShortTrip CityMaintenance Schedule 1 33 000Miles 55000 km Change engineoil and Mter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission ControlService I DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY...

Page 313: ...ate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 39 000 Miles 65000...

Page 314: ...Miles 75000 km ACTUAL MILEAGE 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission ControlService 0Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace...

Page 315: ...Y ACTUALMILEAGE 50 000 Miles 83000 km 0Change automatic transaxlefluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic wherethe outside temperatu...

Page 316: ...ssion Control Service 54 000Miles 90 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspectionand Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern...

Page 317: ...TUALMILEAGE 60 000Miles 100 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt 0Vehicles with 3 4L Code X engine only An Emission Control...

Page 318: ...arts as needed An Emission ControlService See footnote 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE SERVICED BY A...

Page 319: ...Emission Control Service 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY I 69 000Miles 1150...

Page 320: ...for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote d ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 75 000Miles 125 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emissio...

Page 321: ...tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditional information See footnote An Emission Control Service I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BY 81 000 Miles 135...

Page 322: ...ate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern andadditionalinformation See footnote An EmissionControl Sewice tACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BY 87 000 Miles 145 000 km...

Page 323: ...rvice See footnote An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footno...

Page 324: ...Emission Control Service I I 1 ACTUAL MILEAGE 1 IL 96 000 Miles 160000 km Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission ControlService 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspect...

Page 325: ...UAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY I 100 000 Miles 166000 km Inspect spark plug wires 0Replace spark plugs 0Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these...

Page 326: ...yofthese conditions thefluid andfilter do not require changing delivery service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last servic...

Page 327: ...will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the ind...

Page 328: ...ection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37500 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first I7Rotate...

Page 329: ...filter An Emission Control Service 0Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote DATE SER...

Page 330: ...000 km 0Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32...

Page 331: ...ndadditional information See footnote An EmissionControl Service ACTUALMILEAGE 1 SERVICEDBY 60 000Miles 100 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires S...

Page 332: ...cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replaceparts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 67 500 Miles 112500 km 0Change...

Page 333: ...inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additionalinformation See footnote An Emission Control Service I I I 3 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 82 500 Miles 137500 km 0Change engine oil and filter...

Page 334: ...leaner filter An Emission ControlService An Emission Control Service See footnote T 0Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspectfuel cap gasket for any damage Replace partsas needed An...

Page 335: ...rotation information pattern and additional See footnote tACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY I I 100 000 Miles 166 000 km 0Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service 0Replace spark plugs 0Change aut...

Page 336: ...fluid andfilter donotrequirechanging delivery service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0Drain flush and refill cooling system or every60 months since last service whichever occ...

Page 337: ...eld Washer Fluid Level Check 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...

Page 338: ...overings and have them repaired or replaced The air bagsystem does not need regularmaintenance Wiper Blade Check Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic T...

Page 339: ...ition your vehicle needs service 3 Try to start theengine in each gear The starter h CAUTIC When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Foll...

Page 340: ...apply the regular brake at once should thevehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the...

Page 341: ...en damaged missing or out of position parts as well as openseams holes looseconnectionsor other conditions which could cause a heatbuild up in the floor pan or could let exhaustfumes into the vehicle...

Page 342: ...tilled and use only GM Goodwrench DEX COOL or Havoline DEX COOL coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE Coolant Supplement Sealer Hydraulic Brake System Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle...

Page 343: ...ng requirementsof NLGI 2 CategoryLB or GC LB Multi purpose lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 or euuivalent USAGE Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant Fuel Door Hinge FLUID LUBRICANT GM Part No 105...

Page 344: ...d after the 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 rece...

Page 345: ...Maintenance Record 7 45...

Page 346: ...Maintenance Record 7 46...

Page 347: ...Maintenance Record 7 47...

Page 348: ...Maintenance Record SERVICEDBY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 48...

Page 349: ...n Procedure CustomerAssistancefor Text Telephone TTY Users Chevrolet Geo RoadsideAssistanceProgram CanadianRoadsideAssistance CourtesyTransportation GM Participationin an Alternative Dispute Resolutio...

Page 350: ...However if a concernhas not been resolvedto your complete satisfaction take the following steps STEPONE Discuss yourconcernwith a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resol...

Page 351: ...French For help outsideof the UnitedStates and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate InMexico 525 625 3256 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Inthe US VirginIs...

Page 352: ...r P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada write to GeneralMotors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908ColonelSam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Refer to your Warranty and Owner...

Page 353: ...oll free number will provide you over the phone roadside assistance with minor mechanicalproblems If your problemcannotbe resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a nationwidenetwork of dea...

Page 354: ...njunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warrantyto eligible purchasers of 1997 ChevroletIGeo passenger car and light duty trucks Please see your selling dealer...

Page 355: ...e following available to give to the advisor Vehicle Identification Number VIN License platenumber Vehiclecolor 0 Vehiclelocation Telephone number where youcan be reached 0 Vehicle mileage Description...

Page 356: ...l Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administeredby your ChevroletlGeodealer service management Claim amountsshould reflect all actual costs 0 Chevrolet Geo Courtesy Transportation is not pa...

Page 357: ...rty can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Chevroletvoluntari...

Page 358: ...letCustomer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNI...

Page 359: ...notify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write ChevroletMotor Division Chevrolet CustomerAssistanceCenter P O Box 7047 Troy Michigan 48007 7047 In Canada pleasecall us at 1 800 263 3777 English o...

Page 360: ...nd specifications for the 1997GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 40 00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably serv...

Page 361: ...NCORPORATED P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 CUSTOMER S NAME ATTENTION STREET ADDRESS NO P O BOX NUMBERS STATE ZIP CODE DAW TELEPHONE NO 0 AREA CODE I GM CHE ORD97 Pricesaresubject to changewithoutnotic...

Page 362: ...NOTES 8 14...

Page 363: ...Tire 6 45 Brake System Active Light 2 53 4 9 Brake System Warning Light 2 52 4 8 Brakes 4 7 Anti Theft Radio 3 15 Appearancecare 6 47 AppearanceCare Materials 6 55 Arbitration Program 8 9 Armrest Stor...

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Page 365: ...isfaction Procedure 8 2 Damage Finish 6 54 Damage Sheet Metal 6 54 Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 52 Cupholders 2 39 2 40 Daytime Running Lamps 2 34 DeadBattery 5 3 Defects ReportingSafety 8 10 Defensi...

Page 366: ...Knob Climate Control System 3 2 Filling Your Tank 6 5 Filter Air 6 17 Filter EngineOil 6 16 Finish Care 6 53 FinishDamage 6 54 FirstGear AutomaticTransaxle 2 20 Flashers HazardWarning 5 2 FlatTire Ch...

Page 367: ...Mirror 2 38 Inspections 7 41 Brakesystem 7 41 ExhaustSystems 7 41 Front Drive Axle Boot 7 41 Front Drive Axle Seal 7 41 Radiator and Heater Hose 7 41 Steering 7 41 Suspension 7 41 Throttle Linkage 7...

Page 368: ...2 58 6 11 Lubricants and Fluids 7 42 Lubrication Service Body 7 38 Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 6 66 MaintenanceRecord 7 44 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Long Tripmighway 7 27 Long Tripmighway Def...

Page 369: ...ProblemsontheRoad 5 1 Publications Service and Owner 8 12 Steering 4 10 Paint Spotting Chemical 6 54 Park Automatic Transaxle 2 17 ShiftingInto 2 21 Shifting Outof 2 24 AtNight 2 11 Brake 2 20 Brake...

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Page 371: ...Tire 5 28 Specifications and Capacities 6 64 Specifications Engine 6 65 Speech Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Speedometer 2 48 Stains Cleaning 6 47 OutofPark 2 24 Starter Switch Check 7 39 Starting...

Page 372: ...40 Traction 6 44 TopStrap 1 49 TorqueLock 2 24 Trailer Backingup 4 36 Brakes 4 35 DrivingonGrades 4 37 Driving with 4 35 FollowingDistance 4 36 Maintenance When Towing 4 38 Hitches 4 34 MakingTurns 4...

Page 373: ...9 Warranty Information 8 10 WashingYourVehicle 6 52 Weatherstrips 6 52 Wheel Alignment 6 45 NutTorque 5 32 Replacement 6 45 Wrench 5 26 Window Lock Out 2 27 Windows 2 27 Auto Down 2 27 Power 2 27 Wind...

Page 374: ...ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK P6 11 SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE HOOD REMOTE TRUNK FUEL WINDSHIELD RELEASE RELEASE DOOR WASHER FLUID REMOTE P6 8 P2 10 P6 6 P6 27 EATERY TERMINAL P5 3 For detailed information refer t...

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