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  • Page 2 VEHICLE RECORD SHEET Delivery Date Model Name Tyre Make V.I.N. Tyre Location Batch Code Key No. Engine No. Fr RH Regn. Date Registration No. Fr LH Transmission No. Rr RH Color, Code No. Battery Batchcode/Sl.No. Battery Make Rr LH Spare Owner's Name Address City...
  • Page 3 So, please contact a CHEVROLET retailer for any servicing need and make sure that only genuine spares are used for your car. This manual will familiarize you with the operation and maintenance of your new vehicle. It will also provide you with important safety information.
  • Page 4 Contact your symbol. CHEVROLET retailer for information on * or (Option) : The asterisk and (Option) option and trim availability. Throughout this manual you will find spe- in this manual signify an item of equip- cial notations:...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    PREDELIVERY INSPECTION & VEHICLE DELIVERY ... 1-8 • SEPARATE CORROSION PROTECTION SERVICE ..1-20 • OWNER’S STATEMENT OF ACCEPTANCE ....1-9 • BODY INSPECTION RECORD ........1-21 • CHEVROLET SERVICE ..........1-11 • EMISSION WARRANTY ..........1-23 • MAINTENANCE RECORD SHEET ....... 1-17...

  • Page 8: Standard Limited Warranty Coverage

    Works/Registered office at Chandrapura Industrial Estate, Halol, District Panchmahals, Gujarat 389351 (“General Motors India”) warrants that your new Chevrolet vehicle is free from defect in material or workmanship, subject to your compliance with the following terms and conditions mentioned hereunder and other vehicle maintenance norms as mentioned else- where in this service booklet.
  • Page 9 The obligation under this New Vehicle Warranty is limited to the repair of the new motor vehicle at no charge by the Chevrolet authorized retailer. For parts replaced during such repair the same warranty applies until the end of the New Vehicle Warranty period as stipulated herein.
  • Page 10 1–4 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 3. WARRANTY LIMITATIONS g. Damage caused by natural disasters including but not restricted to earthquakes, storms, floods, fire and acci- The warranty will cease to exist in following conditions: dents. The owners are recommended to keep their vehicle a.
  • Page 11 Engine oil sories or equipment after the vehicle has been purchased Drive Belts Transmission oil from the Chevrolet authorized retailer such as radio, car telephone, CD radio set, or cargo carrier and / or other Air cleaner element Power steering fluid* activities of a similar nature.
  • Page 12 Keep the warranty & service booklet (owner’s manual) and respect to the standard warranty shall be refused. all receipts in a safe place to present to the CHEVROLET 8. CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP retailer at regular maintenance visits and when repair work is required.
  • Page 13 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–7 10. General Motors India Private Limited is launching the Chevrolet Spark in different cities in a phased manner. The CHEVROLET retailer responsible for delivering your Spark is qualified to provide all Spark related services within the city where he is located.

  • Page 14: Predelivery Inspection & Vehicle Delivery

    PREDELIVERY INSPECTION AND VEHICLE DELIVERY Before delivering the vehicle we carried out a thorough predelivery inspection in order to ensure that your Chevrolet vehicle is in a fault-free condition. Accompanying this ap- propriately filled out service booklet (owner's manual) are the tool kit and your vehicle documents.

  • Page 15: Owner's Statement Of Acceptance

    WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–9 OWNER’S STATEMENT OF ACCEPTANCE I hereby certify that the car has been delivered in an orderly and proper operating condition, including Keys, Service booklet (owner's manual) and tool kit. I have read and understood the terms and conditions pertaining to the New Vehicle Warranty and agree to abide by the same.
  • Page 16 1–10 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET...
  • Page 17 Dear Customer, PDI no. __________________________ We are confident that you and your family would be en- Date of service __________________________ joying the safe and comfortable drive of the Chevrolet Date of delivery __________________________ Spark. Retailer code __________________________ We would like to undertake a thorough check-up of the Customer’s name...
  • Page 18 1–12 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1000 kms Reassurance check-up Hazard indicator & all other General Status review telltale lamp Check closing efforts of doors, & other functions Cigarette lighter/ Rear defogger* Check lighting system Under hood Visually check routing, leaks & Horn/Radio/ Outside mirrors damage High/ Low beam/ Hazard signal...
  • Page 19 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–13 CHEVROLET inspection CHEVROLET inspection 2nd Service Check 1 year / 15000 kms whichever occurs 1st Service Check 6 months / 7500 kms whichever occurs earlier earlier Regn. No. Regn. No. Delivery date Delivery date Date of service Date of service I confirm that the job has been attended to my satisfaction.
  • Page 20 1–14 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET Delivering Retailer’s stamp & date Delivering Retailer’s stamp & date I hereby certify that the work has been carried out as per the I hereby certify that the work has been carried out as per the schedule.
  • Page 21 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–15 CHEVROLET inspection CHEVROLET inspection 4th Service Check 2 years / 30000 kms whichever occurs 3rd Service Check 1.5 years / 22500 kms whichever occurs earlier earlier Regn. No Regn. No. Delivery date Delivery date Date of service Date of service I confirm that the job has been attended to my satisfaction.
  • Page 22 1–16 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET Delivering Retailer’s stamp & date Delivering Retailer’s stamp & date I hereby certify that the work has been carried out as per the I hereby certify that the work has been carried out as per the schedule.

  • Page 23: Warranty & Service Booklet

    WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–17 MAINTENANCE RECORD SHEET (Repair category - Free Service/Paid Service/Running Repair/Accident Repair) Repair Retailer’s Stamp & Repair Cat- Name of Servicing R.O. No. Kms. Details of Repair Done egory Retailer Date Signature...

  • Page 24: Maintenance Record Sheet

    1–18 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET MAINTENANCE RECORD SHEET (Repair category - Free Service/Paid Service/Running Repair/Accident Repair) Repair Retailer’s Stamp & Repair Cat- Name of Servicing R.O. No. Kms. Details of Repair Done egory Retailer Date Signature...

  • Page 25: Battery

    Electrolyte level must always be maintained in line with the bottom of the vent hole. In case of any drop in elec- trolyte level, add pure distilled water. NEVER ADD ACID. CHEVROLET Retailer’s • Battery is warranted for a period of one year only.

  • Page 26: Separate Corrosion Protection Service

    / underbody. The rust through warranty is not applicable if areas damaged by any reason remain unattended and become the cause of corro- sion. All repairs when required should be carried out promptly and by the CHEVROLET retailer.
  • Page 27 BODY INSPECTION RECORD Vehicle identification number : ______________________________ In order to maintain the Chevrolet rust-through warranty, the vehicle must be subjected to an inspection by CHEVROLET retailer once a year. Any resulting work is subject to a charge. Registration number : ______________________________ Check-up 1 year after initial registration.

  • Page 28: Body Inspection Record

    BODY INSPECTION RECORD Vehicle identification number : ______________________________ In order to maintain the Chevrolet rust-throgh warranty, the vehicle must be subjected to an inspection by CHEVROLET retailer once a year. Any resulting work is subject to a charge. Registration number : ______________________________ Check-up 2 year after initial registration.

  • Page 29: Emission Warranty

    Motors India Pvt. Ltd. will replace, hicle is discovered to be failing to meet at CHEVROLET Retailers, free of The warranty claim will be accepted the emission standard as specified in the charge, the components which are...
  • Page 30 (iv) Immediately approaches the nearest components covered under Emission to comply with the in-use emission CHEVROLET retailers as per the list Warranty, will not be made free of standards on the vehicle not meet- in this booklet upon discovery of...
  • Page 31 In case the vehicle is not serviced purpose of establishing records. these parts or routine test and con- by CHEVROLET retailers as per the sequent maintenance or adjust- Examination by CHEVROLET retail- list in this booklet as per the ser-...
  • Page 32 3. Maintenance : Maintenance as per the schedule provided in the owner’s manual by General Motors India Pvt. Ltd.including inspection, verification check, adjustment and replacement, if necessary. 4. Service Booklet : The scheduled service record book in Owner’s Manual, which is required to be filled by CHEVROLET retailer at the time of service.
  • Page 33 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–27 ANNEXURE - II List of Components Covered under Emission Warranty S. No. Part name Catalytic Converter*** Exhaust Manifold Gasket Electronic Control Module MTIA Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Air Temp. Sensor Oxygen sensor Coolant Temperature Sensor Injectors Knock sensor Exhaust Gas Re-circulation Valve...
  • Page 34 1–28 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET...
  • Page 35 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–1 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS • ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELTS ....2-2 • HEAD RESTRAINTS ..........2-9 • FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS ........2-6 • FRONT SEATS ............. 2-10 • REAR SEAT OCCUPANTS ........2-6 •...

  • Page 36: Always Wear Your Safety Belts

    2–2 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELTS! WHY WEAR SAFETY BELTS? WARNING Occupant protection has been the focus Safety belts are helpful for several distinct • Safety belts have been shown to be of much private and public research and reasons: the single most effective protection development for many years.
  • Page 37 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–3 the sprinter built up was absorbed by the The unbelted occupant receives no such HOW SAFETY BELTS WORK! structures of the body, not by the non- benefit. The unbelted person is not at- Safety belts cannot work unless they are yielding concrete surface.
  • Page 38 Each front seat and each outboard rear around your neck, over an inside belt, and injuring vulnerable body seat of your CHEVROLET vehicle is shoulder or behind your back, and parts in a crash.) equipped with a three-point safety belt not loose with slack allowing exces- •...
  • Page 39 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–5 WARNING WARNING WARNING • Make periodic checks (while riding • Children in secure child seats (in a • Improper use of a safety belt can in the vehicle, check from time to crash the forces are too great for an cause serious injury.

  • Page 40: Front Seat Occupants

    To help reduce the risk of personal injury the neck. This assures that in the case in collisions or sudden manoeuvres, your CHEVROLET vehicle is equipped with three-point safety belts. The two front seats and the two outboard rear seating positions are each equipped with three- point safety belts.
  • Page 41 3. CHEVROLET recommends replacing the entire safety belt assembly after your vehicle has been in a collision. If your CHEVROLET retailer finds that no safety belt damage has occurred and that everything is in proper working order, you need not make any replace- ment.

  • Page 42: Center Rear Lap Belt

    2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. To remove the lap belt, press the release or other damage. Ask your button on the buckle. CHEVROLET retailer to replace any damaged parts. • It is dangerous to operate your ve- hicle with damaged safety belts or other parts.

  • Page 43: Pregnant Women And Safety Belts

    SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–9 PREGNANT WOMEN AND HEAD RESTRAINTS SAFETY BELTS If the head restraint must be removed for Head restraints are designed to reduce the any reason, risk of neck injuries in case of a collision. Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women.

  • Page 44: Front Seats

    2–10 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS FRONT SEATS FRONT SEAT RECLINING ADJUSTMENT FRONT SEAT SLIDE ADJUSTMENT WARNING To tilt seatback forward or backward, lift To move the front seat forward or back- If a crash occurs, front occupants in the lever up on the outside of the seat ward: reclined seats can lose restraining cushion until the seatback is adjusted to...

  • Page 45: Rear Seats

    SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–11 REAR SEATS To return the seat to the passenger posi- FOLDING REAR SEATBACK WARNING tion, lift the seatback and push it rearward The seatbacks can be folded down (Op- Do not allow passengers to sit on the until it latches.
  • Page 46 2–12 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS km/h RPM VOLT AMPM MODE TRIP...
  • Page 47 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–13 How air bags work other vehicle. The actual speed at which Driver air bag inflates when a sensor de- an air bag will inflate may be higher in the tects a front-end crash of a severity suffi- An air bag is designed to keep your head, real world, because real-world accidents cient for air bag deployment.

  • Page 48: Supplemental Restraint System

    SRS serviced immediately by ately after cushioning you. lant that was ignited to inflate the airbag. the CHEVROLET retailer. The white powder is cornstarch or talcum The entire process, from initial contact • Driver air bag has deployed.
  • Page 49 However, properly positioned and restrained drivers are rarely injured when • Contact CHEVROLET retailer im- a vehicle comes to a stop by even sud- mediately if your vehicle’s driver air den and hard braking. This is because...
  • Page 50 2–16 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS In a crash, a vehicle may go from highway HELP YOUR AIR BAG TO PROTECT YOU! WARNING speed to a full stop in a fraction of a sec- Besides their lifesaving benefits, the air Essential Air Bag Safety Rules: ond and in a distance of less than one foot.
  • Page 51 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–17 Proper positioning of driver seat occu- Occupants who are not properly wear- • Tilt the safety belt slightly and do not ing their safety belts may be thrown pant. lean forward. forward by braking before impact, plac- Driver seat occupant can also improve his Tilt the seatback slightly, and sit with ing their bodies near or against the air...
  • Page 52 2–18 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS • Do not place objects, children or pets WARNING between you and the air bag module. To perform well, an air bag must de- Your vehicle’s air bag module is located ploy quickly. The force is greatest in on the steering wheel.

  • Page 53: Instruments And Controls

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–1 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS • QUICK VIEW - INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .. 3-3 • INDICATORS AND WARNING LAMPS ....3-8 • INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ........3-4 • LIGHTS ............... 3-15 • SPEEDO METER ..........3-5 • WINDSHIELD WIPERS / WASHER LEVER ..3-18 •...
  • Page 54 • DOME LAMP ............3-27 • SUN VISORS ............3-30 • ASHTRAY (Option) ..........3-27 • ASSIST GRIP WITH COAT HOOK (Option) ..3-31 • CIGARETTE LIGHTER (Option) ......3-28 • LUGGAGE CARRIER (Option) ......3-31 • HORN ..............3-28 •...

  • Page 55: Driver Air Bag (Option)

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–3 QUICK VIEW – INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS km/h RPM VOL T AMPM MODE TRI P S3W1071A 1. Side Vent 7. Glove Box 13. Card Holder (Option) 2. Wiper & Washer Control Lever 8. Deposit tray 14. Headlamp Leveling Switch 3.

  • Page 56: Instrument Cluster

    3–4 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENTS CLUSTER km/h RPM VOLT AMPM MODE TRIP S3W1072A Odometer / Trip Odometer Front Fog Lamp Indicator (Option) 13. Airbag Warning Lamp (Option) Trip Odometer / Clock Reset button Turn Signal / Hazard Warning Flasher 14. Charging System Warning Lamp Speedometer ABS Warning Lamp (Option) 15.

  • Page 57: Speedometer

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–5 SPEEDOMETER The speedometer displays the vehicle’s speed. The reading will be indicated in metric units of km/h (kilometers per hour). km/h...

  • Page 58: Display Selection Through Mode Switch & Set Switch

    3–6 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS DISPLAY SELECTION THROUGH MODE SWITCH & SET SWITCH Mode button pressed once changes the Mode Push Button Sl. No. Current Display Set Push Button current Clock & Odometer display Display Changes to Battery Voltage & CLOCK, ODO Refer Clock mode (S3W1059A) to Battery voltage and odom- settings...

  • Page 59: Digital Clock (Option)

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–7 DIGITAL CLOCK (OPTION) Mode button pressed once again changes TRIPMETER SETTING the current Battery voltage and odometer By pressing mode switch, Trip meter will When the ignition switch is turned to ON display (S3W1058A)to RPM/Clock* & be displayed .

  • Page 60: Digital Fuel Gauge

    3–8 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS DIGITAL FUEL GAUGE DIGITAL TEMPERATURE INDICATOR AND WARNING GAUGE LAMPS Indicates how much fuel remains in the fuel tank when the ignition swich is on. Indicates engine coolant temperature Your vehicle is equipped with a no. of when the ignition switch is turned ON.
  • Page 61 If the oil level is normal, have your near- pressure may be dangerously low. Stop the ing system is malfunctioning can est CHEVROLET retailer check your engine immediately and check the oil level. cause damage to the vehicle. vehicle’s lubricating system.
  • Page 62 Take your vehicle to your nearest should be inspected right away. released. CHEVROLET retailer for repairs as soon as possible. Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving the vehicle.
  • Page 63 • Comes on while driving malfunction. Although your vehicle’s See CHEVROLET retailer for service. brake system will operate normally with- out ABS, have your nearest CHEVROLET retailer check the system and make any necessary repairs as soon as possible. S3W1082A...
  • Page 64 Consult your CHEVROLET retailer to repair the problem as soon as possible. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate if a fault exists in the emis- sion related components or related sub systems.
  • Page 65 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–13 TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS/HAZARD DIGITAL LOW FUEL LEVEL WARNING HIGH BEAM INDICATOR WARNING FLASHER INDICATORS LAMP (Option) The indicator lamp turns on when the Turn signal / hazard warning flasher indi- The low-fuel level warning lamp will come headlights are set to high beams.

  • Page 66: Lights

    3–14 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS LIGHTS FRONT FOG LIGHTS INDICATOR DOOR AJAR WARNING LAMP LIGHTS SWITCH (Option) It illuminates when a door is open or not The light controls are located on the exte- securely latched. This light will come on when the fog lights rior lights control lever.
  • Page 67 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–15 To turn the head, tail and parking lamps TURN SIGNAL LEVER An arrow on the Indicator and Warning on or off, twist the end of the combina- Lights Display will flash in the direction RIGHT turn: Move the turn signal lever of the turn or lane change.
  • Page 68 3–16 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS HIGH BEAM SWITCH PASSING LIGHT SWITCH CAUTION To turn the high-beam headlamps on: To flash the high-beam headlamps, pull the • Always switch the high-beam combination switch lever toward you and • Make sure the low-beam headlamps are headlamps to low-beam when you release it.
  • Page 69 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–17 FRONT FOG LAMP SWITCH (Option) HAZARD WARNING FLASHER BUTTON HEADLAMP LEVELING SWITCH Fog lamps provide: Your headlights have a 4-position level- Use hazard warning flashers in the follow- ing dial located on the instrument panel ing situations: •...

  • Page 70: Windshield Wipers / Washer Lever

    3–18 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS WINDSHIELD WIPERS / WASHER LEVER To operate the windshield wipers, turn the NOTE ignition ON and move the windshield WINDSHIELD WIPERS wiper / washer lever upward. Wiper blade will wear out and not wipe CAUTION properly reducing forward vision. The windshield wipers operate in the fol- •...
  • Page 71 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–19 To spray washer fluid on the windshield: TAILGATE WINDOW WIPER AND WINDSHIELD WASHER WASHER (Option) • Turn the ignition ON. CAUTION • Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever CAUTION • Less than clear vision for the driver towards you.
  • Page 72 3–20 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS To operate the tailgate wiper and washer To turn the defroster on, start the engine REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER BUTTON push the lever toward the instrument and push the rear window defroster (Option) panel. button. The indicator light in the button will illuminate.

  • Page 73: Windows

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–21 WINDOWS To raise the window, lift up on the switch. Manual windows POWER WINDOWS (Option) To lower the window, press down on the To raise or lower the windows, rotate the You may operate the power windows switch.

  • Page 74: Keys

    • Do not leave key in vehicle with chil- NOTE dren. In case of loss, replacement keys are These actions can result in serious in- available from CHEVROLET retailers. jury or death. CAUTION • Lock all doors and take the key with you when you leave vehicle unat- tended.
  • Page 75 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–23 MANUAL DOOR LOCKS CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM (Option) REAR DOOR SECURITY LOCK From the outside, use your key to lock or If your vehicle is equipped with the cen- The rear doors are equipped with locks unlock the doors. tral locking system, you may lock or un- that help prevent passengers, especially lock all the doors at once.

  • Page 76: Rear Cargo Area

    3–24 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS REAR CARGO AREA TAILGATE To unlock them, open each rear door from From the outside, use your key to unlock CAUTION the outside and push the lever in the the Tailgate. opposite direction. It can be very dangerous to drive with To close tailgate, push it down so it latches the hatch open.

  • Page 77: Hood Release

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–25 HOOD RELEASE TAILGATE RELEASE LEVER To open the hood: CAUTION You can also open the tailgate by pulling • Pull the handle inside the vehicle on the up the tailgate release lever located near Be sure that tailgate doesn’t hit any lower, driver’s side of the instrument the front right corner of the driver’s seat.
  • Page 78 3–26 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS • Then pull up the secondary latch lever • Rotate the rod up and insert the free end To close the hood: at the front of the vehicle and raise the securely into the socket on the •...

  • Page 79: Dome Lamp

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–27 DOME LAMP ASHTRAY (Option) The dome lamp operates in three positions: The ashtray is removable and fits in the CAUTION front cupholder. To open the ashtray, lift • ON: The lamp comes on and stays on the cover.

  • Page 80: Cigarette Lighter

    3–28 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CIGARETTE LIGHTER HORN (Option) To operate the horn, press the center pad CAUTION of steering wheel of the vehicle. To operate the cigarette lighter: Overheating the cigarette lighter can The horn will sound regardless of ignition •...
  • Page 81 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–29 STORAGE CUP HOLDERS CARD HOLDER GLOVE BOX There are two cupholders at the front of The card holder is located on the instru- The glove box can be used to store small the center console. ment panel, near the steering column. items.
  • Page 82 3–30 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS SUN VISORS (Option) SHOPPING HOOKS Your vehicle has padded sun visors to SUNGLASSES HOLDER (Option) protect the driver and passengers from Your vehicle is equipped with seatback There may be a storage area above the glare. shopping hooks on each front seatback.
  • Page 83 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–31 ASSIST HANDLES LUGGAGE CARRIER (Option) loaded luggage carrier, see your retailer. Your vehicle has assist handles above the Use the luggage carrier to load things on front seat passenger door and the rear top of your vehicle. doors.
  • Page 84 3–32 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ROOF RAIL (Option) It is an accessory design with a dynamic and a sporty appearance.
  • Page 85 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–1 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING • AIR VENTS ............4-2 • VENTILATION ............4-9 • CONTROL PANEL ..........4-3 • AIR OUTLET ............4-9 • AIR CONDITIONING* ..........4-6 • OPERATING TIPS ..........4-10 • HEATING ............... 4-8 •...

  • Page 86: Air Vents

    4–2 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING AIR VENTS Windshield defroster vents Floor vents Side vents The windshield defroster vents direct air The floor vents direct air into the front You can direct air through both adjustable onto the windshield. foot area. side vents toward either side of the front passenger area, or toward the side win- Center vents...

  • Page 87: Control Panel

    HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–3 CONTROL PANEL 5. Recirculation Lever. 1. Temperature control knob. TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB 6. Rear window defroster button (Option). 2. Fan control knob. The temperature control knob controls the temperature of the air that comes through 3.
  • Page 88 4–4 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING Front ( FAN CONTROL KNOB AIR DISTRIBUTION MODE KNOB This setting directs air through center and You may control the rate of airflow com- Adjust the air distribution knob to the side vents. ing from the system by turning the fan desired mode which you want to direct the speed control knob.
  • Page 89 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–5 Floor ( Floor/Defrost ( Bi-level ( Directs most of air through the floor vents. This mode directs air through windshield Directs air in two ways. Half of the air Keep the area under the front seats clear defroster vents, front door window de- through the floor vents and the remaining in order not to block the airflow.

  • Page 90: Air Conditioning

    4–6 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING AIR CONDITIONING (Option) Defrost ( RECIRCULATION MODE The refrigeration unit of the air condition- ing (A/C) system cools and removes Directs air through the windshield and Slide the lever to recirculate the air in moisture and dust from the air inside your front door window defroster vents.
  • Page 91 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–7 To turn on the air conditioning (A/C): COOLING A/C BUTTON 1. Start the engine. Maximum cooling CAUTION 2. Press A/C button. (Indicator light will To achieve maximum cooling during hot Using your air conditioning (A/C) sys- come on to confirm the A/C is running) weather and when your vehicle has been tem while driving up long hills or in...
  • Page 92 4–8 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING HEATING Normal cooling Normal heating Maximum heating 1. Turn on the air conditioning (A/C) but- 1. Turn off air conditioning (A/C). (Indi- Use the maximum heating mode for quick ton. (Indicator illuminates) cator goes off) heating of the passenger area.

  • Page 93: Air Outlets

    HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–9 VENTILATION AIR OUTLETS Ventilation To open an outlet, press on its cover. Bi-level Rotate the cover to direct airflow as To direct air through the center and side Use this setting on cool, but sunny days. desired.

  • Page 94: Operating Tips

    4–10 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING OPERATING TIPS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (Option) • To quickly defog or defrost the front • Before using the air conditioning windshield, use the defrosting mode, system, open the windows for a few The ignition must be on for this feature to set the temperature to warm, and set minutes to permit hot air to escape if work.
  • Page 95 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–11 NOTE Do not use the rear window defogger under the following conditions: • Engine is not running. • You are just starting your vehicle. • There is a buildup of snow or ice on the rear window. Operating the rear window defogger under these conditions could drain the battery.
  • Page 96 4–12 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING...
  • Page 97 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–1 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE • BREAKING-IN ............5-2 • STARTING THE ENGINE ........5-9 • DRIVING PRECAUTIONS ........5-2 • DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE ........5-10 • FUEL ..............5-4 • BRAKES .............. 5-11 • ADJUSTING THE MIRRORS ......... 5-6 •...

  • Page 98: Breaking-In

    5–2 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE BREAKING-IN DRIVING PRECAUTIONS Use the following precautions for the first BEFORE DRIVING BEFORE ENTERING THE VEHICLE few hundred kilometers to improve the WARNING WARNING performance and economy of your vehicle and add to its long life: Loose objects on the instrument panel •...
  • Page 99 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–3 of equipment while you are operating your WHILE DRIVING WARNING vehicle. As the driver of your vehicle, you are re- (Continued) sponsible for the safety of yourself, your WARNING • removing or connecting your passengers and others sharing the road Driving safely requires all of your con- safety belt;...

  • Page 100: Fuel

    5–4 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE FUEL FUEL DOOR RELEASE FILLING THE FUEL TANK FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS The remote fuel filler door release allows 1. Stop the engine. Fuel quality and additives contained in you to open the fuel filler door from inside fuel have a significant effect on power 2.
  • Page 101 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–5 5. After refueling, replace cap. Turn it Fuel filling from drums or portable con- CAUTION clockwise until you hear several clicks. tainers Avoid spilling gasoline on the painted 6. Push the fuel filler door closed until it WARNING surfaces of your car.

  • Page 102: Adjusting The Mirrors

    5–6 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE ADJUSTING THE MIRRORS OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS Use the outside mirrors to get a wider view CAUTION of the road behind your vehicle. Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you Improper care of your mirrors can can see each side of your vehicle, as well Use the inside mirror to determine the size damage them.
  • Page 103 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–7 You may fold the outside rearview mirrors INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR WARNING flat against the sides of the vehicle by The inside rearview mirror can be adjusted pushing the mirrors backward against Your view through the mirror may lose manually up or down and left or right.

  • Page 104: Ignition Switch

    5–8 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH • ACC • START The ignition switch, located on the right side of the steering column, has the fol- The engine can be turned off without lock- Starts the engine. When the engine starts, lowing positions: LOCK, ACC, ON and ing the steering wheel by turning the key release the key, and it will automatically...

  • Page 105: Starting The Engine

    DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–9 STARTING THE ENGINE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE MANUAL TRANSAXLE CAUTION • Make sure the area around vehicle is 1. Make sure the driver and passengers • Do not operate starter motor for clear. are wearing their safety belts properly. more than 15 seconds at a time.

  • Page 106: Driving Your Vehicle

    5–10 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION 5. Without touching the accelerator pedal, MANUAL TRANSAXLE • Before shifting between a forward turn the ignition to START and release To change gears, fully depress the clutch and reverse, bring the vehicle to a it when the engine starts.

  • Page 107: Brakes

    To restore normal braking: in need of repair. and rear drum brakes and a dual circuit 1. Check behind you for other vehicles. • Consult your CHEVROLET retailer braking system. immediately. 2. Keep a safe forward speed with plenty If one brake circuit should fail, the vehicle of space to your rear and sides.
  • Page 108 See your CHEVROLET retailer if an a steep hill, the brakes can temporarily adjustment is required. To set the parking brake, stop the vehicle, lose their stopping power.
  • Page 109 ABS. Consult your 3. Then release the parking brake. WARNING CHEVROLET retailer immediately. See “ABS WARNING LAMP” on Page No. If the brake system and the ABS warn- 3-11. ing lamp come on at the same time, there is a failure in the brake system.

  • Page 110: Driving Tips

    5–14 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING TIPS PARKING THE VEHICLE ENGINE BRAKING SUGGESTIONS FOR MORE ECONOMICAL OPERATION Hold the brake pedal down and firmly ap- To help use of braking effect of the engine ply the parking brake. compression when driving on a long Fuel economy is dependent largely on downhill: your style of driving.
  • Page 111 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–15 • Do not rest your foot on the brake HAZARDOUS DRIVING HYDROPLANING pedal while driving. When hazardous driving is encountered If your vehicle hydroplanes on a wet road, • Adhere to the vehicle maintenance due to water, snow, ice, mud, sand, or simi- you cannot control your vehicle because schedule and specifications in this lar conditions:...

  • Page 112: Engine Exhaust

    • When vehicle is stopped in an un- are entering the vehicle, immediately take confined area for any amount of your vehicle to your CHEVROLET retailer. CAUTION time, put your ventilation in fresh air mode to draw outside air inside.
  • Page 113 EMERGENCIES 6–1 EMERGENCIES • SPARE TYRE, JACK AND VEHICLE TOOLS ..6-2 • TOWING THE VEHICLE ........6-8 • HOW TO CHANGE A FLAT TYRE ......6-3 • ROCKING YOUR VEHICLE ........6-10 • STARTING THE ENGINE WITH JUMPER CABLES ..6-6 •...
  • Page 114 6–2 EMERGENCIES SPARE TYRE, JACK AND VEHICLE TOOLS Secure the spare tyre under the floor cover. Jack specification Your spare tyre, jack and tools are secured Store the jack and the tools in the storage Maximum (600 kg) in the luggage compartment. of the luggage compartment.
  • Page 115 EMERGENCIES 6–3 HOW TO CHANGE A FLAT TYRE How to change a flat tyre CAUTION If a tyre goes flat, observe following safety 1. Remove the jack, tyre changing tools Do not remove any of the nuts or bolts instruction before you change the tyre. and spare tyre from the storage in the until you have raised the wheel off the luggage compartment.
  • Page 116 6–4 EMERGENCIES 9. Remove wheel nuts or bolts com- CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION pletely by turning counterclockwise. Do not attempt to raise vehicle until the • As the jack begins to raise the ve- • As the jack begins to raise the ve- 10.
  • Page 117 EMERGENCIES 6–5 12. Replace and lightly seat the wheel CAUTION CAUTION nuts or bolts by turning clockwise. When using the jack, the vehicle could Improperly tightened wheel nuts can 13. Turn jack handle counterclockwise become unstable and move, damaging lead to brake pulsation and rotor and lower vehicle to the ground.

  • Page 118: Starting The Engine With Jumper Cables

    6–6 EMERGENCIES STARTING THE ENGINE WITH JUMPER CABLES CAUTION WARNING • Before jacking, ensure parking • Do not allow cable terminals to CAUTION brake is on and the transaxle is set touch each other. • Do not try to start vehicle by push- in 1st or reverse gear (M/T).
  • Page 119 EMERGENCIES 6–7 Before jump starting Attaching jumper cables 4. Make the last connection to a suitable ground, such as a steel bracket bolted To jump start your vehicle, connect the 1. Apply parking brake. to the engine block. jumper cables in the following order: 2.

  • Page 120: Towing The Vehicle

    20 minutes. This will allow the vehicle. the charging system to recharge your Failure to observe these precautions battery. can result in personal injury. 5. If this discharge condition recurs, con- sult your CHEVROLET retailer. S3W1155A S3W1156A...
  • Page 121 EMERGENCIES 6–9 5. Tow the vehicle with the front wheels Also the wheels, axles, drive train, steer- EMERGENCY TOWING off the road. ing and brakes must be all in a good con- If towing service is not available in an dition.

  • Page 122: Rocking Your Vehicle

    6–10 EMERGENCIES ROCKING YOUR VEHICLE If stuck in snow, mud or other loose sur- Rear Towing Hook WARNING faces, the procedure below may allow you When towing another vehicle, use the rear to free your vehicle. When towing with a tow rope, control towing hook.
  • Page 123 If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent dam- 5. Consult your CHEVROLET retailer as age to the transaxle and other parts; soon as possible. • Do not depress the accelerator pedal...
  • Page 124 4. Heater hoses. 5. Heater hose connections. 6. Water pump. If you find a leak or other damage, or if the coolant is still leaking, consult CHEVROLET retailer immediately. Do not drive the vehicle until these problems have been solved.
  • Page 125 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–1 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE • SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........7-2 • SPARK PLUGS ........... 7-18 • DRIVER’S CHECK LIST ........7-3 • DRIVE BELT ............7-19 • ENGINE COMPARTMENT ........7-5 • BATTERY ............7-20 •...

  • Page 126: Safety Precautions

    7–2 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Never connect or disconnect the bat- .• Keep used oil, coolant, and other flu- When performing any inspection or main- ids out of reach of children and pets. tery or any transistorized components tenance work on your vehicle, take pre- while the ignition switch is ON.

  • Page 127: Driver's Check List

    SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–3 DRIVER’S CHECK LIST Engine compartment cooling fan To avoid possible injury from the cooling To maintain safe and dependable opera- fan, switch off the engine so the fan is not tion of your vehicle, periodically check the operating before you perform any engine exterior, interior, and engine compartment.
  • Page 128 7–4 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE INTERIOR Steering • Check for excessive looseness (free play) in steering wheel. Parking brake • Make sure parking brake lever travel is appropriate. Instrument panel • Check proper operations of all instru- ment panel gauges, controls, and warn- ing lamps.

  • Page 129: Engine Compartment

    SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–5 ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1.0 SOHC MODEL S3W1166A 1. Engine Coolant Reservoir 4. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir* 7. Air Cleaner 2. Washer Fluid Reservoir 5. Oil Fill Cap 8. Battery 3. Engine Oil Dipstick 6. Brake Fluid Reservoir 9.

  • Page 130: Engine Oil

    7–6 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE ENGINE OIL 6. Check the oil on the dipstick to make CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL Keep your engine properly lubricated by sure it is not contaminated. keeping the engine oil at the proper level. 1. Park vehicle on level ground. 7.
  • Page 131 Adding too much oil can affect engine operation. • Do not allow oil to go above MAX mark on dipstick. Overfilling can damage your vehicle • Increasing oil consumption. • Fouling spark plugs. • Building excessive carbon deposits in the engine. S3W1169A...
  • Page 132 (additives) can damage the engine. • Avoid repeated or prolonged contact fic. with engine oil. • Consult your CHEVROLET retailer • Frequent short trips. before attempting to use additives. • Clean your skin and nails with soap • Frequent driving when outside tem- and water, or hand cleaner after perature remains below freezing.

  • Page 133: Coolant

    SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–9 COOLANT RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL AND MAIN- Your vehicle cooling system is filled with CAUTION silicate based coolant. TENANCE SCHEDULE Plain water or the wrong mixture can In the correct mixture, this coolant pro- Recommended engine oil damage the cooling system.
  • Page 134 7–10 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE COOLANT SPECIFICATION AND MAINTE- CAUTION WARNING NANCE SCHEDULE Coolant can be hazardous material. Scalding hot coolant and steam could Coolant specification be blown out under pressure, which • Avoid repeated or prolonged contact See “FLUID CHART” in the index of Sec- could cause serious injury.

  • Page 135: Brake Fluid

    Consult your CHEVROLET retailer to de- termine if the system needs repair and add fluid after work is done on your hydraulic brake system if it is required.

  • Page 136: Manual Transaxle Fluid

    7–12 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUID 4. Reinstall the reservoir cap. RECOMMENDED BRAKE FLUID AND CHECKING MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUID MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE LEVEL CAUTION Recommended brake fluid WARNING • Do not dispose of used brake fluid See “FLUID CHART” in the index of Sec- with your household waste.
  • Page 137 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–13 5. If the level is low, add fluid until it be- RECOMMENDED MANUAL TRANSAXLE CAUTION gins to run out the filler hole. FLUID AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Heat from engine, transaxle or fluid 6. After filling to the correct level, reinstall Recommended manual transaxle fluid can cause severe burns.

  • Page 138: Power Steering Fluid

    7–14 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE POWER STEERING FLUID (Option) 1. Turn the engine off. ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID 2. Check the fluid level. It should be be- 1. Wipe the cap and the top of the reser- tween MIN and MAX on the reservoir.

  • Page 139: Windshield Washer Fluid

    SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–15 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Before you drive, make sure the windshield RECOMMENDED POWER STEERING NOTE washer fluid reservoir is at the appropri- FLUID AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE To refill windshield washer fluid res- ate level and filled with the correct solu- Recommended power steering fluid tion.
  • Page 140 7–16 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE NOTE Replacement is necessary if: WIPER BLADES Do not use a silicone-based polish on • The wiper blade is hard, brittle or Check the condition of the wiper blades the window glass. Silicone will cracked. regularly.

  • Page 141: Air Cleaner

    SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–17 AIR CLEANER 6. Clean the filter by blowing compressed Regularly inspect and change the air CLEANING THE AIR CLEANER air through it in direction A opposite cleaner element according to the service If the air cleaner element is dirty, you may of normal airflow B .

  • Page 142: Spark Plugs

    7–18 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE SPARK PLUGS 5. Install each spark plug by hand as far INSPECTING AND REPLACING SPARK IGNITION SYSTEM as it will go. PLUGS WARNING 1. Once the engine has cooled to the NOTE touch, disconnect the spark plug wire Electric ignition systems have greater by pulling on the boot, not the cable.

  • Page 143: Drive Belt

    See “VEHICLE SPECIFICATION” in the properly. • Under-tightened spark plugs can index of Section 9 for the type and the gap cause the spark plug to become very Replace the drive belt if it is worn, cracked, of the spark plugs. hot.

  • Page 144: Battery

    7–20 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE BATTERY To check the drive belt tension, do the CLEANING THE BATTERY TERMINALS Your vehicle is equipped with a mainte- following: nance-free battery. 1. Turn the ignition OFF and remove the 1. Apply moderate thumb pressure key from the ignition key slot.
  • Page 145 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–21 BATTERY MAINTENANCE CAUTION NOTE To extend the life of your vehicle’s battery, • When reconnecting the cable to the Batteries contain toxic material. Used be sure to do the following: batteries can be hazardous to health battery, be careful to ensure the •...

  • Page 146: Brake Pedal

    7–22 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE BRAKING PEDAL ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (Option) BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY NOTE The antilock brake system helps you main- Brake pedal free play must be 6-10 mm. The antilock brake system does not tain directional stability on wet or slippery To check the brake pedal free play, turn the change the time you need to apply the road surfaces.

  • Page 147: Clutch Pedal

    SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–23 CLUTCH PEDAL PARKING BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL CHECKING CLUTCH PEDAL FREE PLAY NOTE The parking brake lever travel must be 5- Clutch pedal free play must be: 0 mm Do not drive with the parking brake 7 notches, with a force of approximately set.

  • Page 148: Catalytic Converter

    CAUTION Failure to follow these instructions Consult your CHEVROLET retailer as soon The catalytic converter can be damaged may damage your vehicle engine, fuel, as possible if any of the following occur: by imperfect combustion if you keep and/or emission systems.

  • Page 149: Wheels And Tyres

    Use of unsuitable tyres and/or wheels after checking tyre inflation pressure. sure gauge. may lead to a collision. Incorrect tyre inflation pressures will: • Consult your CHEVROLET retailer NOTE before you change your original tyres • Increase tyre wear. Check inflation pressure when tyres or wheels.
  • Page 150 Check the wheels for damage. Tyre defects including those above can cause loss of control of your vehicle, re- sulting in a possible collision. If your tyres or wheels are damaged or show abnormal wear, consult your CHEVROLET retailer. Tread wear indicator...

  • Page 151: Fuses And Circuit Breakers

    SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–27 FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS TYRE ROTATION WARNING The wiring circuits in your vehicle are Front and rear tyres perform different jobs • Use the recommended wheels and protected from short circuits by a and can wear differently. wheel lug nuts/bolts only.
  • Page 152 7–28 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE Spare fuses and a fuse extractor are located Additional fuses are located in the engine CAUTION compartment. in the engine compartment fuse block. Do not use a tool that can conduct elec- Identify a defective fuse by its melted wire. The engine compartment fuse block is tricity when removing a blown fuse.
  • Page 153 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–29 INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSE BLOCK I.P FUSE BOX 1. Daytime Running Lights 10 10 2. Indicator/Warning Lights Display CLUSTER CLUSTER 3. Room Light 1 1 1 1 T/T BOX AIR BAG AIR BAG 4. Door Lock 12 12 5.
  • Page 154 7–30 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BLOCK 1. Air Conditioning Compressor SPARE 2. Fan Low A/C COMP MAIN RELAY RELAY SPARE SPARE 3. Fan Hi H/L LO RH 4. Antilock Brake System SPARE SPARE H/L HI A/C COMP COOLING FAN FRT FOG LOW RELAY...

  • Page 155: Bulb Replacement

    SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–31 BULB REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS CAUTION CAUTION 1. Open the hood. Clean halogen bulbs with alcohol or Halogen bulbs contain pressurized 2. Remove the two bolts. mineral spirits and a lint-free cloth. gas and may burst if dropped or Be sure not to touch them with your 3.
  • Page 156 7–32 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 6. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb. PARKING LAMPS FRONT TURN SIGNAL LAMPS When installing the new bulb into the 1. Open the hood. 1. Open the hood. socket, press it in while turning it 2.
  • Page 157 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–33 1. Disconnect wiring harness FRONT FOG LAMPS (Option) SIDE TURN SIGNAL LAMPS connector from the bulb. 1. Pull the light assembly rearward and CAUTION 2. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. remove it. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise. Performing this vehicle maintenance 3.
  • Page 158 7–34 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE SPORTY REAR SPOILER (Option) TAILIGHTS, STOPLAMPS AND REAR CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOPLAMP TURN SIGNALS High mount stop lamp is incorporated in 1. Open the rear hatch. the rear spoiler at the rear and it glows 1. Open the rear hatch. 2.

  • Page 159: Vehicle Care

    SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–35 VEHICLE CARE LICENSE PLATE LAMP DOME LAMP CLEANING AGENTS 1. Remove the two screws and the lamp 1. Use the flat edge of a screwdriver to pry Follow the manufacturer’s advice when- cover. the lens away from the headliner. ever you use cleaning agents or other 2.
  • Page 160 7–36 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE When cleaning the inside or outside of Open the doors to allow proper ventilation CARE AND CLEANING OF THE INTERIOR your vehicle, do not use cleaning materi- when you use any cleaning agents or als such as the following, except as noted other chemicals in the vehicle interior.
  • Page 161 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–37 Safety belt care GLASS SURFACES CAUTION Liquefied fragrances must not be in- CAUTION CAUTION stalled on instrument panel area. You must keep your safety belts in Abrasive cleaners can scratch the The surfaces of painted plastic parts may proper working condition to maintain glass and damage the rear window de- get damaged because of the peculiar...
  • Page 162 7–38 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE Cleaning the outside of the windshield We designed your vehicle to withstand CARE AND CLEANING OF THE EXTERIOR normal environmental conditions and Wax or other material on the windshield or Washing your vehicle natural elements. the blade of the windshield wiper can The best way to preserve the finish of cause the wiper blade to chatter during...
  • Page 163 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–39 Polishing and waxing Cleaning aluminum wheels and wheel CORROSION PROTECTION covers Periodically polish your vehicle to remove We designed your vehicle to resist corro- surface residue. After polishing, protect To preserve the original appearance of the sion.
  • Page 164 Loosen environmental damage. any sediment packed in closed area before Other cleaners may permanently dam- flushing with water. age the paint. If you wish, your CHEVROLET retailer can provide this service for you.
  • Page 165 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 8–1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE • GENERAL INFORMATION ........8-2 • SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES ..... 8-4 • SEVERE CONDITIONS .......... 8-2...

  • Page 166: General Information

    See “SCHEDULED mended that the maintenance services be ing motoring. MAINTENANCE SERVICES” later in this performed by an authorized CHEVROLET section. You are responsible for properly operating retailer who will have well-trained techni- and maintaining your vehicle in accor- NORMAL CONDITIONS cians and genuine parts.
  • Page 167 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 8–3 • Driving on hilly or mountainous terrain. Additional Operations The time allowance for additional opera- • Towing a trailer. tions, such as toothed belt replacement, • Driving in heavy city traffic where the are not included in the standard scope outside temperatures regularly reach of service, and are charged separately.

  • Page 168: Scheduled Maintenance Services

    Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter (1) (3) Cooling System Hose and Connections Engine Coolant (3) Fuel Filter Fuel Line and Connections Air Cleaner Element (2) Igniting Timing Spark Plugs Ignition Cable Valve Clearance Charcol Canister and Vapor Lines PCV System Timing Belt Chart Symbols: Inspect these items and their related parts.
  • Page 169 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 8–5 For vehicles with normal annual mileage. Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVAL MAINTENANCE ITEM CHASSIS AND BODY Exhaust Pipe and Mountings Brake Fluid (3) (4) Front Brake Pads and Discs (5) Rear Brake Drums and Linings (5) Parking Brake Brake Line and Connections (Including Booster) Rear Hub Bearing and Clearance...
  • Page 170 MAINTENANCE ITEM CHASSIS AND BODY (continued) Tire Condition and Inflation Pressure As and when required or as suggested by CHEVROLET retailer. Wheel Alignment (6) As and when required or as suggested by CHEVROLET retailer. Wheel Balancing (6) Steering Wheel and Linkage...
  • Page 171 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 9–1 TECHNICAL INFORMATION • IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS ......... 9-2 • BULB SPECIFICATIONS ........9-5 • FLUID CHART ............9-3 • VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ........9-6 • RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............9-4...
  • Page 172 9–2 TECHNICAL INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION NUMERS ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The engine number is located on the cyl- This number is the legal identifier for your inder block, under the engine’s number 4 vehicle. exhaust manifold. The vehicle identification number is engraved in the top of the bulkhead.
  • Page 173 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 9–3 FLUID CHART Item Capacity Service Interval Classification Change every 15,000 kms or 1 year (which- Engine oil ever is earlier). Under severe condition, (Including oil filter) 3.2L change every 7,500 kms or 6 months 5W30 API SM GF4 (Whichever is earlier).
  • Page 174 9–4 TECHNICAL INFORMATION RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS Maintain a sufficient concentration of anti- Engine Oil : Manual transmission fluid freeze. Engine oil is identified by its quality and Only use SAE75W85 fluid. Coolant additives intended to give addi- also its viscosity. Quality is more impor- tional corrosion protection or seal against tant than viscosity when selecting which minor leaks can cause function problems.
  • Page 175 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 9–5 BULB SPECIFICATION Bulbs Wattages x Quantity Remarks Headlamp (high/low) 60/55W x 2 Halogen bulb Parking lamp 5W x 2 Turn signal lamp 21W x 2 Front Fog lamp (Option) 27W x 2 Halogen bulb Side turn signal lamp 5W x 2 Turn signal lamp 21W x 2...
  • Page 176 Reverse 3.272 Fuel system Multi-point injection Final drive ratio 4.444 Octane rating See Page No. 5-4 Type R BPR5EY-11 Spark plug Gap (mm) 1.0 ~ 1.1 Battery Rating (V-AH) 12 - 35 Alternator (V-A) 12 - 65 Starter (V-Kw) 12 - 0.8...
  • Page 177 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 9–7 CHASSIS BRAKE SYSTEM Chassis Brake system Front suspension type McPherson strut Type Hydraulic, Vacuum Assisted Rear suspension type Torsion beam axle & Dual-diagonal split Front 30´ ± 30´ Front wheel Solid disc Camber Alignment Rear -1° 30´ ± 20´ Rear wheel Drum (Based on 2...
  • Page 178 9–8 TECHNICAL INFORMATION CAPACITIES WEIGHT Capacities Weight Fuel tank (L) 38.0 Kerb weight (Kg) Engine Oil (L) 3.2 (including oil filter) Coolant (L) Gross vehicle 1,270 weight (Kg) DIMENSIONS Exterior dimensions Overall length (mm) 3,495 Overall width (mm) 1,495 Overall height (mm) 1,518 Wheel base (mm) 2,345...

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