Page 2: Emergency Towing
Every 2000 Monte Carlo under warranty is backed with the following services: Courtesy Transportation Bumper-to-Bumper 3-years/36,000 miles (60 000 km) Limited Warranty 1-800-CHEV-USA 1-800-CHEV-USA (For vehicles purchased in Canada, (For vehicles purchased in Canada, call 1-800-268-6800) call 1-800-268-6800) that provides in an emergency: Free lockout assistance Free...
Page 4 Seats and Seat Controls Section Safety Belts Keys and Door Locks Section Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Remote Trunk Release Automatic Transaxle Parking Brake Windows Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control (If Equipped) Table of Contents Seats and Restraint Systems Air Bag System Child Restraints...
Page 5 Heating and Air Conditioning Section Setting the Radio Clock Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Braking/Anti-lock Brakes Section Traction Control System (If Equipped) Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Hazard Warning Flashers Section Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
Page 6 Fuel Section Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System™ Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Section Scheduled Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Inspections Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts...
Page 7 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Section Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Section Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information Warranty Information (See Warranty Manual)
Page 8: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 9: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 10: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. viii In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 11: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols these symbols are important are used on an for you and original battery: your passengers whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK PROTECT...
Page 12 Service Station Guide Windshield Washer Fluid Tire Pressure See Section 6 Battery See Section 6 Cooling System a More See Section 6 See Section 5 Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood Spare Tire Pressure See Section 6 See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick...
Page 13: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About...
Page 14: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you how to adjust the seats and explains reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 15: Manual Lumbar - If Equipped
6-Way Power Driver’s Seat (If Equipped) This switch is designed to control the movements of your seat cushion. It is located on the left side of the driver’s seat cushion. To move the seat forward or rearward, push the switch forward or rearward. To raise or lower the seat, push the switch up or down.
Page 16: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Heated Front Seat (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, both the driver’s and passenger’s heated seat switches are on the center console. Press LO to warm the seat to a lower temperature. Press HI to warm the seat to a higher temperature. To turn this feature off, place the switch in the center position.
Page 17 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job.
Page 18: Head Restraints
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. Seatback Latches There is a latch on the back of the front seat.
Page 19 Easy Entry Manual Seat The right front passenger seat is designed to make it easy to get in and out of the rear seat. 1. Fold the right front seatback forward by lifting the seatback latch fully. The seat will slide forward to allow someone to get into the rear seat area.
Page 20: Split Folding Rear Seat
Split Folding Rear Seat You can fold either side of the seatback (or both sides) down in your vehicle for more cargo space. Make sure the front seat isn’t reclined. If it is, the rear seatback may not fold down all the way. There is a tab located on the outboard sides of the seat.
Page 21 CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Page 22: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-10...
Page 23 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-11...
Page 24 or the instrument 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. 1-12...
Page 25: Here Are Questions Many People Ask
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 26: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.”...
Page 27 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 28 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.
Page 29 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. CAUTION: You can be seriously 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.
Page 30 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 31 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 32 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-20 CAUTION: 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 properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 33: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 34: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 35: Airbag System
Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system. Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag.
Page 36 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash.
Page 37: How The Air Bag System Works
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information.
Page 38 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-26 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear.
Page 39 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 what the repair costs were. Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts.
Page 40 CAUTION: When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.
Page 41: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
NOTICE: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s air bag.
Page 42: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1-30 shoulder 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.
Page 43 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it.
Page 44 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.
Page 45: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 46 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 1-34 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 47: Center Passenger Position
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides.
Page 48: Lap Belt
Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-36 To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Page 49: Smaller Children And Babies
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 50 CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) 1-38 CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 will suddenly become a 240...
Page 51: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. What are the different types of add child restraints? on child restraints are available in four basic types. When selecting a child restraint, take into consideration not only the child’s weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will...
Page 52 A rear facing infant restraint (B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash.
Page 53 A forward facing child restraint (C E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age.
Page 54: Where To Put The Restraint
A booster seat (F) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system.
Page 55: Top Strap
CAUTION: A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 56: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
Anchor the top strap to this bracket. Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself. 1-44 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
Page 57 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 58 1-46 4. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 59: Securing A Child Restraint In The Center Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
Page 60 1-48 4. Buckle the 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. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 61: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: CAUTION: A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates.
Page 62 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 1-50 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 63: Larger Children
5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6.
Page 64 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 a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
Page 65 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 66: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
Page 67: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 68 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 69 One key is for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center at 1 CHEV (In Canada call 1 6800). NOTICE: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft.
Page 70: Door Locks
Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 71: Programmable Automatic Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks The power door lock switch is located on the door above the armrest. Press the top part of the switch to unlock both doors, or press the bottom part of the switch to lock both doors. If your vehicle is equipped with the content theft deterrent system and it is armed, the power door lock switches are disabled.
Page 72: Leaving Your Vehicle
Lockout Protection Feature To protect you from locking your key in the vehicle, this feature stops the power door locks from locking when the keys are in the ignition and a door is open. If a power lock switch is pressed when a door is open and the key is in the ignition, both doors will lock and then the driver’s door will unlock.
Page 73: Operation
Operation Press UNLOCK once to unlock the driver’s door and to turn on the interior lamps. (See “Illumination on Remote Activation” in the Index for more details.). Press UNLOCK again within five seconds to unlock the passenger’s door. To lock both doors, press LOCK. To release the trunk, press the trunk symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 74: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
If your vehicle is equipped with the content theft system, the first time the remote unlock is received, three flashes will be seen and three horn chirps heard to indicate an alarm condition has occurred since last arming. See “Content Theft Deterrent”...
Page 75 To replace your battery: 1. Insert a flat object like a dime into the slot on the back of the transmitter. Gently pry apart the front and back. 2. Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter. Do not use a metal object. 3.
Page 76: Trunk Lock
Trunk CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid:...
Page 77: Key In The Ignition
Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves...
Page 78: Content Theft - Deterrent (If Equipped)
Content Theft Deterrent (If Equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a content theft deterrent alarm system. With this system, a light on the radio will flash. This light reminds you to activate the theft system. Here’s how to do it: 1.
Page 79: Disarming With Your Key
Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will arm when you use your remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped) to lock the doors, if the key is not in the ignition. The light on the radio will turn on to let you know the system is arming. After all doors and the trunk are closed and locked, the light on the radio will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed.
Page 80 Horn Chirp On Timer (Available with Remote Keyless Entry) Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Programming (Available with Remote Keyless Entry) Return to Original Factory Settings (Available for All) Exit Vehicle Customization Mode To reset or customize your vehicle’s features, you must first enter the vehicle customization main menu.
Page 81 TIRE MON (Tire Inflation Monitor Reset): This feature allows you to reset the tire pressure monitor after checking all tire pressures, see “Tires” in the Index. To clear the LOW TIRE PRESSURE light from the instrument cluster and reset the tire inflation monitor: 1.
Page 82 AUTOLOCK (Automatic Door Lock and Unlock): With the ignition in ON and the vehicle’s doors closed, this feature allows the vehicle doors to automatically lock and unlock when the driver shifts the vehicle’s transaxle into and out of PARK (P). To customize the automatic door lock and unlock: 1.
Page 83 FOB HORN (Remote Audible Verification): This feature allows the horn to chirp when the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped) is used to lock or unlock the vehicle. To customize remote audible verification: 1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until FOB HORN appears on the display.
Page 84 TRNKJAMB (Trunk Jamb): This feature allows the content theft system trunk lock sensor to be disabled or enabled. To customize the trunk lock sensor: 1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until TRNKJAMB appears on the display. 2. Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu.
Page 85 ORIG. SET (Return to the Original Settings): This feature allows you to return all feature customization settings back to their original factory settings. To reset: 1. Scroll, using the SEEK up or down arrows, until ORIG. SET appears on the display. 2.
Page 86 Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time. You may also want to check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). See your dealer for service. In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center at 1 CHEV (In Canada, call 1 6800.)
Page 87: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions The ignition switch is located on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering column. With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the switch to four positions. OFF: The only position from which you can remove the key.
Page 88: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
ON: This is the position to which the switch returns after you start the engine and release the switch. The switch stays in ON when the engine is running. But even when the engine is not running, you can use ON to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster messages and warning lights.
Page 89: Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine
Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner.
Page 90: Starting Your 3800 Series Ii V6 Engine
Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner.
Page 91: Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) In very cold weather, 0 _ F ( 18 _ C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 92: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between the front seats. 2-26 The above graphic is displayed on your instrument panel cluster. Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you’re in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to protect driveline components from improper operation.
Page 93 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. CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 94 NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed. CAUTION: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is “racing”...
Page 95 THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal driving, but it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( Here are some times you might choose THIRD (3) instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( When driving on hilly, winding roads. When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears.
Page 96: Parking Brake
FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is in FIRST (1), the transaxle won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Page 97: Shifting Into Park (P)
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 parking on any hill, see “Towing a Trailer”...
Page 98: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Hold in the button on the lever. Push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle. 3. Turn the ignition key to OFF. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 99: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 100: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-34 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 101: Running Your Engine While You're Parked
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (see the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”).
Page 102: Power Windows
Windows Power Windows 2-36 Switches located on the driver’s door armrest control each of the windows when the ignition is in ON, ACC, or when retained accessory power (RAP) is active. In addition, the passenger’s door has a switch for its own window. The driver’s window switch has an express feature.
Page 103: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Tilt Wheel Adjustable Steering Column Use the lever located on the left side of the steering column to adjust the steering wheel. You can raise the steering wheel to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle, or you can lower it so that you’re more comfortable while driving.
Page 104: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
Page 105: Flash-To-Pass Feature
Flash-to-Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high signal the driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off. To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you a little, but not so far that you hear a click.
Page 106: Cruise Control (If Equipped)
CAUTION: In freezing weather, don’t use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. The LOW WASHER FLUID message in the message center will appear when the fluid level is low. The light will also be lit for sixty seconds when you start your vehicle as a test to show you the light is working properly.
Page 107 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Page 108 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the SET button on the steering wheel, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
Page 109: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps The lamp controls are located on the instrument panel. They control these systems: Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Dome Lamp If you pull the knob out halfway, it will turn on your parking lamps and your other operating lamps. If you pull the knob all the way out, your headlamps will then come on.
Page 110: Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control
Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.
Page 111: Interior Lamps
Fog Lamps (If Equipped) To turn the fog lamps on, press the fog lamps switch located next to the exterior lamp control on the left side of the steering column. Your ignition must be in ON for the fog lamps to illuminate. A light will glow on the switch to let you know that they are on.
Page 112: Illuminated Entry - If Equipped
Illuminated Entry (If Equipped) Your courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter (if equipped). If you open a door, the lamps will stay on while it’s open and then turn off automatically about 25 seconds after you close it.
Page 113: Delayed Exit Lighting
Delayed Exit Lighting This feature illuminates your vehicle’s interior for a period of time after the ignition key is removed from the ignition. The vehicle’s ignition must be off for delayed exit lighting to work. When the ignition key is removed, interior illumination will activate and remain on until: the ignition is in ON, the power door locks are activated or...
Page 114: Battery Run-Down Protection
Battery Rundown Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the interior courtesy lamps, reading/map lamps, visor vanity lamps, trunk lamp or glove box lamps on. If you leave any of these lamps on, they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes, if the ignition is in OFF.
Page 115: Storage Compartments
The mirror’s two outer buttons operate the lights on the bottom sides of the mirror. One photocell on the front of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell, facing rearward, senses headlamps behind you. To turn the electrochromic feature off, press the button in the center of the mirror again.
Page 116: Center Console
Center Console The console has cupholders, a cassette tape storage area and a coinholder. To open the console’s storage area, pull up on the latch located in the front of the console lid and pull up. Rear Seat Cupholder (If Equipped) To access the rear cupholders, pull down on the cloth strap located toward the top of your center back seat cushion.
Page 117: Accessory Power Outlet
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. Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors.
Page 118: Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop)
Auxiliary Power Connection (Power Drop) Your vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary power connection. This feature provides power, ground and accessory wires which can be accessed to add aftermarket electrical equipment to your vehicle. It is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, under the glove box, and is labeled with a wire function and fuse rating.
Page 119: Onstar System (If Equipped)
OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications service. The following services are available through a subscription with OnStar and are available 24 hours a day: Emergency Services Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Theft Notification and Stolen Vehicle Tracking Roadside Assistance with Location Remote Diagnostics OnStar MED...
Page 120: Homelink Transmitter (If Equipped)
To open the power sunroof, press the switch to the rear twice and the power sunroof will fully open. DIC Version Shown This is the express open operation. During this operation, press the switch forward to stop the power sunroof at a desired position. Your sunroof also has a vent feature.
Page 121: Programming The Homelink Transmitter
This device complies with Part 15 of 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. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Page 122: Operating The Transmitter
Canadian Programming: During programming, your hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press your hand held transmitter button every two seconds until the HomeLink been programmed. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after several seconds once it has been successfully programmed.
Page 123: Erasing Channels
To program a garage door opener with the rolling code feature, do the following: 1. Program your hand held transmitter to the HomeLink Transmitter by following the steps provided under “Programming the Transmitter” earlier in this section. 2. Remove the cover panel from the garage door opener receiver.
Page 124 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-58...
Page 125 The main components of your instrument panel are: A. Instrument Panel Fuse Block B. Multifunction Lever (behind steering wheel) C. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) D. Hazard Switch E. Audio System F. Climate Controls G. Automatic Transaxle Shift Lever H.
Page 126: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Standard Cluster: United States Version Shown, Canadian Similar Your instrument panel 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 much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically. 2-60...
Page 127 Optional Cluster: United States Version Shown, Canadian Similar 2-61...
Page 128: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and 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).
Page 129: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 130: Airbag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Page 131: Brake System Warning Light
Voltmeter Gage (3800 V6 Engine) You can read battery voltage on the voltmeter gage. If the gage reads less than 12 volts or more than 16 volts while the engine is running, and it stays there, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. Also, when your gage reads less than 11 volts or more than 16 volts, your battery life indicator will be illuminated in the message center.
Page 132: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 133: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Traction Control System Warning Light (3800 V6 Engine) The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the TRAC OFF button located on the center console, a chime will sound and the warning light will come on and stay on.
Page 134 It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working. During the majority of the operation, the gage will read 210 _ F (100 _ C) or less. If you are pulling a load or going up hills, it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and approach the 250 _ F (122 _ C) mark.
Page 135: Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) United States Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On Diagnostics Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 136 NOTICE: Modifications made to the engine, transaxle, exhaust or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause the CHECK ENGINE light to come on.
Page 137 If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See “Filling Your Tank” in the Index. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 138 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the CHECK ENGINE light is on or not working properly.
Page 139 This message is displayed in the message center when the engine oil pressure is low. A chime will sound continuously, also. If this occurs, you should have your vehicle serviced immediately. CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire.
Page 140 Fuel Gage Canada Canada United States United States Standard Cluster Optional Cluster Standard Cluster Optional Cluster 2-74...
Page 141: Message Center
The fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible. Here are three situations you may experience with your fuel gage.
Page 142 TRACTION ACTIVE This message will appear when the traction control system is limiting wheel spin. The message will stay on a few seconds after the traction system stops limiting wheel spin. 2-76 BATTERY LIFE INDICATOR When the vehicle is started this message will be displayed for three seconds.
Page 143 HOT COOLANT TEMP This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets hot. A chime will sound continuously, also. Check the coolant temperature gage and the coolant level. See “Engine Coolant”, “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage” and “Engine Overheating” in the Index for further information.
Page 144 CHANGE ENGINE OIL This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the Engine Oil Life monitor. See “Engine Oil, When to Change” in the Index. DOOR AJAR This message will appear if the driver’s door or the passenger’s door is not...
Page 145 LOW WASHER FLUID This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid. The message is only displayed for 60 seconds each time you start your vehicle. For more information see, “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index. LOW TIRE PRESSURE The low tire pressure system monitors the...
Page 146 HIGHBEAM OUT If this message appears, you may have a problem with your high The message will stay on approximately 60 seconds. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. See“Bulb Replacement” in the Index. 2-80 Driver Information Center (DIC) (Option) beam headlamps.
Page 147 RESET (Reset Button) : You can reset the AVG ECON, FUEL USED or AVG SPEED trip computer modes by pressing and holding this button for three seconds while you are in the mode you wish to reset. To change the display to a metric or English reading, press and hold the RESET and MODE buttons for three seconds.
Page 148: Compass Variance
Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas of the country, the difference is great enough to cause the compass to give false readings. If this occurs, the compass variance must be set. Setting the Variance 2-82 Turn the ignition on and cycle the DIC to the...
Page 149 Automatic Compass Calibration The compass is self calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually set the compass. When the vehicle is new, the calibration process may not be complete. In these cases “CAL” will be displayed, and all segments of the compass will be illuminated where the compass reading is normally displayed.
Page 150: Resetting The Trip Computer
Trip Computer There are five trip computer displays which may be stepped through by pushing the MODE button. The information will appear in the following order: AVG ECON (Average Fuel Economy): This shows the average fuel economy since the last reset. INST ECON (Instantaneous Fuel Economy): This shows fuel economy for the most recent second of driving.
Page 151: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Manual Single Zone Climate Control Dual ComforTemp Climate Control (If Equipped)
Page 152: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls Manual Single Zone Climate Control With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. The system works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. Fan Knob The knob on the left side of the climate control panel controls the fan speed.
Page 153 DEFOG: This setting sends half of the air to the floor ducts and half to the defroster and side window outlets. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40 _ F (4 _ C). The air inlet will also be automatically set to outside air.
Page 154 Dual ComforTemp Climate Control (If Equipped) The Dual ComforTemp Climate Control system allows the driver and passenger to maintain separate temperature settings. The system works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. Fan Knob The knob on the left side of the climate control panel controls the fan speed.
Page 155 DEFOG: This setting sends half of the air to the floor ducts and half to the defroster and side window outlets. The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting unless the outside temperature is below 40 _ F (4 _ C). The air inlet will also be automatically set to outside air.
Page 156: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning On very hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot, inside air escape. This reduces the time for the vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. For quick cool down on very hot days, turn the right knob on the control panel to UPPER, push the A/C...
Page 157: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the button marked REAR to turn the defogger on. An indicator on the button will light. The rear window defogger will turn itself off after about 15 minutes.
Page 158: Ventilation System
Ventilation System Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the vents. Your vehicle’s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the air conditioning fan is running and the OUTSIDE AIR button is pushed. If the airflow seems very low when the fan is adjusted to the highest setting, regardless of the mode setting, your passenger compartment air filter may need to be...
Page 159: Audio Systems
Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Page 160 AUTO VOL: Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press AUTO VOL to adjust the SCV. AVOL will appear on the display.
Page 161 P SCAN: Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds. The radio will produce one beep. Use P SCAN to listen to each of your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio will scan through each of the stations stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception.
Page 162 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Page 163 Accessing RDS Mode: 1. Push the SEEK TYPE button or turn the P LIST/AUDIO knob to display the program type list. 2. Turn knob either clockwise or counterclockwise to select a program type. List is alphabetical. 3. Push SEEK TYPE button to activate search. VOL: Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume when RDS interrupts regular play.
Page 164 ALERT!: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies. You will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALERT! appears on the display when an alert announcement plays. When an alert announcement comes on the tuned radio station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing.
Page 165 PREV (1): Press this button to go to the beginning of the current selection. If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds, it will go to the beginning of the previous selection.
Page 166 TAPE AUX: With a cassette tape in the player and the radio playing, press this button to play a cassette tape. Press AM FM to return to the radio when a cassette tape is playing. The inactive tape will remain safely inside the radio for future listening.
Page 167: Am-Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR: Press this button to turn the system on and off. VOL: Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. DISP: Press this button to display the clock with the ignition off.
Page 168 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select the band. 3.
Page 169 AUTO TONE: This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for ROCK, NEWS, POP, JAZZ, CLASSIC and COUNTRY stations. TONE and the preset equalization setting will appear on the display when you press AUTO TONE. Each time you press it, another setting will appear on the display.
Page 170 Accessing RDS Mode: 1. Push the SEEK TYPE button or turn the P LIST/AUDIO knob to display the program type list. 2. Turn knob either clockwise or counterclockwise to select a program type. List is alphabetical. 3. Push SEEK TYPE button to activate search. VOL: Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume when RDS interrupts regular play.
Page 171 ALERT!: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies. You will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALERT! appears on the display when an alert announcement plays. When an alert announcement comes on the tuned radio station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing.
Page 172 PREV (1): Press this button to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of the current selection.
Page 173 DISP: Press this button to see how long the current track has been playing. ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display. To change what is normally shown on the display (track or elapsed time), press the button until you see the display you want, then hold the button for two seconds.
Page 174 DISP: Press this button to display the clock with the ignition off. Press this button to display an RDS station frequency or program type when the radio is on. AUTO VOL: Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive.
Page 175 P SCAN: Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds. The radio will beep once to confirm. Use P SCAN to listen to each of your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. The radio will scan through each of the stations stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception.
Page 176 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press and release the P TYPE LIST/AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers.
Page 177 Using RDS Mode Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS mode gives you many useful new features. With RDS, the radio can: Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to, seek to stations with traffic announcements, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies and...
Page 178 INFO: If the current station has a message, the INFO icon will appear on the display. Press this button to see the message. If the whole message does not appear on the display, parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed.
Page 179 Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
Page 180 PREV (1): Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the selection has been playing for less than 3 seconds. If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than 13 seconds, it will go to the beginning of the current selection.
Page 181 " SEEK: SEEK is the same as NEXT, and the same as PREV. If the button is held or pressed more than once, the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape. SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display. AM FM: Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player.
Page 182 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. The disc should begin playing. The display will show the CD symbol. If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off, first press DISP or EJT.
Page 183 FWD (4): Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track. Press and hold this button for less than 2 seconds to advance at 6 times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than 2 seconds to advance at 17 times the normal playing speed.
Page 184: Theft - Deterrent Feature Rds Radios
Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed.
Page 185: Understanding Radio Reception
SEEK BY TYPE: Press this button to go to a station with the last selected PTY TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display, if it is not already showing. If a station with the selected PTY is not found, the radio will return to the original station.
Page 186: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can...
Page 187: Care Of Your Compact Disc Player
When using a scrubbing action, non cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps.
Page 188: Backglass Antenna
Backglass Antenna Your AM FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger, located in the rear window. Be sure that the inside surface of the rear window is not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged.
Page 189: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Road Recovery...
Page 190: Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See “Safety 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.”...
Page 191: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 192 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 193 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 194: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 195: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 196 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 on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
Page 197: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. 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.
Page 198 The Traction Control System operates in all transaxle shift lever positions. But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you’ve chosen, so you should use the lower gears only when necessary. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. When the system is on, this warning light will come on to let...
Page 199: Power Steering
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 take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control”...
Page 200: Steering In Emergencies
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 front of you.
Page 201: Off-Road Recovery
Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of 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.
Page 202 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’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 203: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering 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 seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Page 204: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. 4-16 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively.
Page 205 What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you’re driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night.
Page 206: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 207 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 208: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.
Page 209: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 210: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 211: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before a trip:...
Page 212: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 213 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 214: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-26 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 215: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 216: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 217: Recreational Vehicle Towing
CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe.
Page 218: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Tire Loading Information label is on the inside of the trunk lid. The label tells you the proper size, speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle.
Page 219 CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash.
Page 220: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer CAUTION: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured.
Page 221: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007 7047...
Page 222: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 223: Safety Chains
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: The rear bumper on your vehicle is not intended for hitches.
Page 224: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out 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.
Page 225: Making Turns
Making Turns 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.
Page 226: Driving On Grades
Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have 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 around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating.
Page 227: When You Are Ready To Leave After Parking On A Hill
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 228: Section 5 Problems On The Road
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System If A Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 229: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your 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 the right of the instrument panel cluster to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
Page 230: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your car. But please follow the steps listed to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 231 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your car, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
Page 232 To uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, lift the plastic cap. CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water.
Page 233 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get 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 a heavy, unpainted metal engine part.
Page 234 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Now connect the black negative ( the good battery’s negative ( Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step.
Page 235: Towing Your Vehicle
10. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 11. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. A.
Page 236: Engine Overheating
With current trends in automotive styles and design, it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle. Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or car carrier equipment. Don’t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels, unless you must. If the vehicle must be towed on the drive wheels, do not tow it more than 500 cumulative miles (800 km) or exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
Page 237: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you 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 the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 238: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 239: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 3400 V6 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans 5-12 3800 V6 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Electric Engine Cooling Fans...
Page 240 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
Page 241 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned.
Page 242: Recovery Tank
How to Add 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 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX COOL the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information.) CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system...
Page 243 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD mark, start your vehicle.
Page 244: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator NOTICE: Your engine has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. 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.
Page 245 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. 3. If you have the 3800 V6 engine, remove the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield to access the bleed valve.
Page 246 3400 V6 Bleed 3400 V6 Bleed Valve #1 Valve #2 4. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valve or valves. 3800 V6 Bleed Valve 3400 V6 engine: There are two bleed valves. One is located on the thermostat housing. The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube.
Page 247 5. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture.) If you see a stream of coolant coming from an air bleed valve, close the valve.
Page 248 9. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 10. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 11.
Page 249: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 250: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. Turn the center nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it. 5-23...
Page 251 Remove the compact spare tire. See “Compact Spare Tire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare. 5-24 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove the jack and wrench.
Page 252: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) extension and protector/guide (B) and wheel wrench (C). If there is a wheel cover, loosen the plastic nut caps with the wheel wrench. They won’t come off. Then, using the flat end of the wheel wrench, pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off.
Page 253 Removing a flat front tire, the diagram shows you where you should place your jack. Use the bolts (A) as a guide when positioning the jack lift head (C) near the rear edge of the front wheel opening (B). Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head a few inches.
Page 254 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 255 3. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 256 6. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 7. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off.
Page 257: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. Don’t try to put the wheel cover on your compact spare tire.
Page 258: Storing The Spare Tire And Tools
When storing a full size tire, you must use the extension to help avoid wheel surface damage. Use the extension and protector/guide located in the foam holder. To store a full size tire, place the tire in the trunk valve stem facing down the the protector/guide through a wheel bolt hole, remove the protector and attach the retainer securely.
Page 259: Compact Spare Tire
A. Retainer B. Cover C. Compact Spare Tire D. Nut E. Jack F. Wrench G. Lock Nut Tool H. Foam Holder I. Extension and Protective Guide J. Bolt Screw 5-32 Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.
Page 260: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
NOTICE: When the compact spare is installed, don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash 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 spare on other vehicles.
Page 261: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”...
Page 262: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 263: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll...
Page 264: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
Page 265 (See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index.) If this occurs, return to your authorized Chevrolet dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 266: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 267 The tethered cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. While refueling, let the cap hang by the tether below the fuel fill opening. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right.
Page 268 CAUTION: 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 tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.
Page 269: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs.
Page 270: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle located inside the vehicle near the parking brake pedal. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. Lift the hood.
Page 271 When you open the hood on the 3400 V6 (Code E) engine, you’ll see: A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Underhood Fuse Block C. Engine Coolant Reservoir D. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E. Transmission Fluid Dipstick 6-10 F. Brake Fluid Reservoir G.
Page 272 When you open the hood on the 3800 (Code K) V6 engine, you’ll see: A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Underhood Fuse Block C. Engine Coolant Reservoir D. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (low in engine compartment) E. Transmission Fluid Dipstick F.
Page 273: Checking Engine Oil
Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly. Engine Oil If the LOW OIL message appears on the instrument panel, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away.
Page 274: When To Add Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 3400 (Code E) V6 Engine When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the lower mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil.
Page 275: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
The engine oil fill cap is located toward the front of the engine near the yellow oil dipstick. Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’re through.
Page 276 As shown in the chart, if you have the 3400 V6 engine, SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can 30 if it’s going to be 0 _ F ( 18 _ C) or use SAE 10W above.
Page 277 3800 V6 Engine 6-16 As shown in the chart, if you have the 3800 V6 engine, SAE 10W 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can 30 if it’s going to be colder than 60 _ F use SAE 5W (16 _ C) before your next oil change.
Page 278: Engine Oil Additives
Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection. When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil.
Page 279: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Using the Throttle Pedal 1. Turn the ignition to ON, with the engine off. 2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL light flashes, the system is reset. However, if it stays on, it did not reset.
Page 280 2. Push the filter cover housing toward the engine, compressing the duct convolutes. 3. Pull out the filter. 4. Install the air filter and make sure the filter cover tabs position through the slots in the housing. See “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in the Index.
Page 281: Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped)
Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) The passenger compartment air filter is located underneath the hood just below the windshield wiper arm on the passenger’s side of the vehicle (underneath the air inlet grille). The filter traps most of the pollen from air entering the module.
Page 282: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90...
Page 283 Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90 At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic especially in hot weather. While pulling a trailer. To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180 F (82...
Page 284 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 3400 (Code E) V6 Engine 1. The transaxle fluid dipstick handle is the red loop near the back of the engine. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2.
Page 285: How To Add Fluid
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross the dipstick.
Page 286: What To Use
NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX COOL (silicate free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 287: Checking Coolant
NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 288 If this LOW COOLANT LEVEL light comes on and stays on, it means you’re low on engine coolant. Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. If the coolant recovery tank is completely empty, add coolant to the radiator.
Page 289: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Page 290: How To Check Power Steering Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
Page 291 Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. 6-30 NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system.
Page 292: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with 3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 293 When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”...
Page 294: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc 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 may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 295: Replacing Brake System Parts
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a 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. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts.
Page 296: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulb, see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact the service department of your dealer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.
Page 297 4. Gently pull the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle and remove the electrical connector. 5. Remove the round dust caps to gain access to the bulbs. 6. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the retaining ring by gently pulling it away from the headlamp.
Page 298 Front Park and Turn Signal Lamp and Sidemarker Lamp A. High Beam Headlamp B. Low Beam Headlamp C. Park/Turn Signal Lamp To remove the assembly: 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the air baffle. 3. Remove both headlamp assembly attach clips by pulling up on the clip.
Page 299 Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp A. Turn Signal/Rear Sidemarker Lamp B. Tail/Stop Lamp 6-38 To remove the rear lamp assembly: 1. Open the trunk. Remove the convenience net, if you have one. Unhook the net from the upper wing nut. 2. Remove the upper (convenience net) wing nut, if equipped.
Page 300 9. Push the socket back into the assembly. Tighten the socket by turning it clockwise. 10. Reinstall the assembly and the two lower wing nuts. 11. Reinstall the carpeting. 12. Reinstall the upper (convenience net) wing nut and reattach convenience net, if equipped. Rear Sidemarker Lamp A.
Page 301: Back-Up Lamp
8. Push the new bulb into the socket. 9. Push the socket back into the assembly. Tighten the socket by turning it clockwise. 10. Reinstall the assembly and the three lower wing nuts. 11. Reinstall the carpeting. 12. Reinstall the upper (convenience net) wing nut and reattach the convenience net, if equipped.
Page 302: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” in Section 7 of this manual under Part B “Owner Checks and Services”for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Page 303 Tires Your new vehicle comes with high a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Chevrolet Warranty booklet for details. 6-42 CAUTION: quality tires made by Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 304: Inflation -- Tire Pressure
Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label, which is on the inside of the trunk lid, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 305 Tire Inflation Monitor System The tire inflation monitor system can alert you to a large change in the pressure of one tire. The system “learns” the pressure at each tire throughout the operating speed range of your vehicle. The system normally takes between 45 and 90 minutes of driving to learn the tire pressures.
Page 306 To reset (calibrate) the system: The tire inflation monitor system can be reset by turning the exterior lamp control from OFF to parking lamps three times while the ignition is in ON. It can also be reset through “Vehicle Customization Settings.” To reset the monitor using the vehicle customization settings: 1.
Page 307: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
Page 308: Buying New Tires
When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Page 309: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
CAUTION: 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 may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.
Page 310 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 311: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset.
Page 312: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
Page 313: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions.
Page 314: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set.
Page 315: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner.
Page 316: Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches.
Page 317: Washing Your Vehicle
Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents.
Page 318: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with...
Page 319: Finish Damage
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Chevrolet will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.
Page 320: Gm Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER SIZE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050173 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050174 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050214 32 oz. (0.946 L) 1050427 23 oz. (0.680 L) 1052918** 8 oz. (0.237 L) 1052925 16 oz.
Page 321: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Page 322: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 323 Driver’s Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block Some fuses are in a fuse block on the driver’s side of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses. 6-62 Circuit Relay Description RETAINED Retained Accessory Power Relay ACCESSORY PWR RELAY HEADLAMP...
Page 324 Circuit Breaker Description RETAINED Power Window, Sunroof Breaker ACCESSORY PWR BRKR Mini Fuses Description PCM/BCM/CLS Powertrain Control Module, Body Control Module, Cluster (Ignition 0) Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washer PCM (CRANK) Powertrain Control Module (Crank) CIG/AUX Accommodated Device (Accessory) Body Control Module (Accessory) Supplemental Restraint System ABS/PCM Anti...
Page 325 Passenger’s Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block Some fuses are in a fuse block on the passenger’s side of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses. Additional fuses are in the underhood electrical center on the passenger’s side of the engine compartment. 6-64 Circuit Relay Description...
Page 326 Circuit Relay Description BATT RUN Battery Run Down DOWN Protection Relay PROTECTION RELAY REAR DEFOG Rear Defog Relay, Heated RELAY Mirror Relay Circuit Breaker Description POWER SEATS Power Seat Circuit Breaker BRKR REAR DEFOG Rear Defog Breaker BRKR Mini Fuses Description RH HTD ST Passenger Heated Seat...
Page 327 Underhood Fuse Block (Upper) Some fuses are in a fuse block on the passenger’s side of the engine compartment. 6-66 Circuit Relay Description FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump DRL RELAY Daytime Running Lamps A.I.R. RELAY Air Induction Reaction Relay CRANK RLY Starter (Crank) Relay HORNS Horn...
Page 328 Mini Fuses Description HORN RLY Horn Relay BLANK Blank BLANK Blank FOG RLY Fog Lamp Relay F/PMP RLY Fuel Pump Relay DRL/EXIT LTS Low (Left Front) & High (Left Front) Headlamps EXT LTS Low (Right Front) & High (Right Front) Headlamps PCM Battery A/C RLY HVAC Compressor Relay...
Page 329 Circuit Relay Description FAN CONT #3 Secondary Cooling Fan (Passenger’s Side) FAN CONT #2 Cooling Fan Control Relay FAN CONT #1 Primary Cooling Fan (Driver’s Side) IGN RELAY Ignition Relay A/C CMPR HVAC Compressor Maxi Fuses Description IGN SW Ignition Switch BLANK Blank U/HOOD #2...
Page 330: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Back ....... . Front Park/Turn Signal .
Page 331: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Engine Specifications 3400 (Code E) V6 Engine Type ........Displacement .
Page 332: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E: Maintenance Record...
Page 333: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your dealer for 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.
Page 334: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 335: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 336: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
Page 337: Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. The system will show you when to change the oil usually between 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and 7,500 miles (12 500 km) since your last oil change.
Page 338 Scheduled Maintenance...
Page 339 Scheduled Maintenance...
Page 340 Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
Page 341 Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 342 Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) j Change 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 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher. –...
Page 343 Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 344 Scheduled Maintenance 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often.
Page 345 Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: –...
Page 346: At Each Fuel Fill
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 347: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 348 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Page 349 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to OFF in each shift lever position. The key should turn to OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in OFF.
Page 350: Exhaust System Inspection
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 351: Throttle System Inspection
Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. 7-20 Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system.
Page 352 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 353: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY READING 7-22 Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services”...
Page 354 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-23...
Page 355 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-24...
Page 356 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-25...
Page 357 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-26...
Page 358: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone...
Page 359: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 360 Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern.
Page 361: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
Customer Assistance Offices free telephone Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. United States Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O.
Page 362: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations GMODC Customer Communication Centre 169-007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone: 905-644-4112 Fax:...
Page 363: Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program
To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 2000 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day,...
Page 364: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Bumper Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 2000 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Note: Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease...
Page 365: Courtesy Transportation
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 366: Additional Program Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a maximum of $30.00 per day supported by receipts.
Page 367: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
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 General Motors.
Page 368: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Please call us at 1 1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007 7047 In Canada, please call us at 1 or 1 7854 (French).
Page 369 2000 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
Page 370 ORDER TOLL FREE (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123 (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EST) FAX Orders Only 1-313-865-5927 PUBLICATION FORM PUBLICATION FORM NUMBER NUMBER Service Manual Car & Light Truck Transmission Unit Repair Owner’s Manual In Portfolio Owner’s Manual Without Portfolio NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent.

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