Page 4 Table of Contents Seats and Restraint Systems Seats and Seat Controls Air Bag Systems Section Safety Belts Restraint Systems for Children Features and Controls Windows Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Section Keys and Door Locks Windshield Wipers Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Cruise Control (If Equipped) Tailgate Exterior and Interior Lamps...
Page 5 Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Heating and Air Conditioning Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Section Setting the Radio Clock Your Driving and the Road Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Section Defensive Driving Off-Road Driving Drunken Driving...
Page 6 Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Fuel Tires and Wheels Section Checking Fluids and Lubricants Appearance Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) Capacities and Specifications Brakes Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Bulb Replacement Maintenance Schedule Section...
Page 7 Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedures Warranty Information (See Warranty Manual) Section Customer Assistance Offices Reporting Safety Defects on page 8-10 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Service Publications Index In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Section You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.
Page 8: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
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Page 9: About Driving Your Vehicle
Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. About Driving Your Vehicle As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this CAUTION: vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an...
Page 10: Vehicle Damage Warnings
You will also find a circle In the notice area, we tell you about something that can with a slash through it in damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would this book. This safety not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. symbol means “Don’t,”...
Page 11: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. Also see “Warning Lights and Gages” in the Index. For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important for have to do with are on some of are used on...
Page 12: Service Station Guide
Service Station Guide Oil Viscosity Fuel Engine Oil Use unleaded only. See Section 6 See Section 6 1.6L, 2.0L Engine Oil for octane ratings. Dipstick Battery See Section 6 See Section 6 a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood Spare Tire Pressure See Section 6 See Section 5...
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 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...
Page 14: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls Manual Front Seat This part tells you about the seats how to adjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, head restraints, CAUTION: easy entry seats and the folding rear seatback. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 15: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Reclining Front Seatbacks Lift the lever located under the front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever. To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outboard side Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure of the seat cushion.
Page 16 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 because it won’t be against your body.
Page 17: 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. The head restraint can be adjusted to four positions. To raise the restraint, pull up on the restraint.
Page 18 Easy Entry Seats (2-Door) CAUTION: If any easy entry seat isn’t locked, it can move. In a sudden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be injured. And, even if there is no crash or sudden stop, a driver sitting in an unlocked easy entry seat could be startled by the sudden movement and hit the wrong control or pedal, causing an accident.
Page 19: Rear Seats
Rear Seats CAUTION: If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Remove the head restraints only when you need to fold the seat, and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in the top of the folded seat bottom.
Page 20 Folding the Rear Seatback The rear seat in your vehicle folds to provide more cargo space. To fold the rear seats do the following: 2. Pull the release straps located near the center of the vehicle to release the seat cushion. Fold the seat cushion forward.
Page 21 4. Store the head restraint in the top of the folded seat cushion. 5. Pull up on the seatback release knob(s) on top of 3. Remove the head restraint from the seatback the seatback and fold the by raising the head restraint fully. Push the seatback down.
Page 22: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
To raise the rear seat do the following: Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1. Fold the rear seatback up. Push and pull on the This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts seatback to ensure it’s locked in position. properly.
Page 23 In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. CAUTION: You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 24: 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. 1-12...
Page 25 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. doesn’t stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-13...
Page 26 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. 1-14...
Page 27: Here Are Questions Many People Ask
Here Are Questions Many People Ask If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? About Safety Belts and the Answers You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident even one that isn’t your fault...
Page 28: 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 29 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 30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it down, pull out the knob and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster up just by pulling out the knob and sliding the adjuster to the height that is right for you.
Page 31 What’s wrong with this? 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. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 32 What’s wrong with this? 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 33 What’s wrong with this? 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. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 34 What’s wrong with this? 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 35: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 36: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Here are the most important things to know about the air mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more bag system: likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making CAUTION: safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 37 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the belt system nor its air bag system is designed for blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating them.
Page 38: How The Air Bag System Works
How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. Where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-26...
Page 39 The threshold level can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that it can be somewhat above or CAUTION: below this range. If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold If something is between an occupant and an air level will be higher.
Page 40 What makes an air bag inflate? What will you see after an air bag inflates? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing that some people may not even realize the air bag system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflated.
Page 41 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, NOTICE: windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the Air bags are designed to inflate only once.
Page 42: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the around your vehicle.
Page 43: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 44 When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not 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 45 The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. 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.
Page 46: Center Passenger Position (4 - Door Models)
Center Passenger Position Lap Belt Door Models) When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. The word “CENTER” is on both the buckle and latch plate. Also, the center buckle and latch plate are a different color than the two outboard buckles and latch plates.
Page 47: Infants And Young Children
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. 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 48 CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 49 What are the different types of add child restraints? CAUTION: on child restraints, which are purchased by the Children who are up against, or very close to, any vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured Selection of a particular restraint should take into or killed.
Page 50 CAUTION: CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, The body structure of a young child is quite including support for the head and neck. This is unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is the safety belts are designed.
Page 51: Restraint Systems For Children
Restraint Systems for Children A rear facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
Page 52 A forward facing child seat (C E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields.
Page 53 How do child restraints work? When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, A child restraint system is any device designed for it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position vehicle safety standards.
Page 54: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in General Motors, therefore, recommends that child the vehicle.
Page 55 Your vehicle’s top strap anchors for the rear seating positions are located on the floor of the rear cargo area, along the outside edge. If your vehicle is equipped with a luggage compartment cover, remove it before using the top strap. When routing the top strap at an outboard seating position, pass it between the head restraint and the rear seatback.
Page 56: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
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. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 57 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-45...
Page 58 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor 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 (4-Door Models) You’ll be using the lap belt. The word “CENTER” is on both the buckle and latch plate. Also, the center buckle and latch plate are a different color than the two outboard buckles and latch plates.
Page 60 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. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child...
Page 61: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat. Front 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 62 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-50...
Page 63: Older Children
Older Children 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down Older children who have outgrown booster seats should on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 64 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 65 What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is CAUTION: very close to the child’s face or neck? Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be Never do this.
Page 66: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
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: Manual Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 69: Power Windows - If Equipped
Power Windows (If Equipped) Express Down Window The AUTO switch for the driver’s window has an express down feature. To use express down, push the switch all the way down. Release the switch and the window will lower completely. Pull up on the switch lightly and release it to stop the window partway.
Page 70 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 the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 71 If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using this code. If you need a new key, contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code. See “Roadside...
Page 72: Door Locks
Door Locks NOTICE: CAUTION: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft. However, you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock Unlocked doors can be dangerous. your key inside. You may even have to damage Passengers especially children your vehicle to get in.
Page 73: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Power Door Locks (If Equipped) From the outside, use your key. To lock the door, turn If you have power door the key toward the front of the vehicle. To unlock the locks, the switch is located door, turn the key toward the rear.
Page 74 Rear Door Security Locks (4-Door Models) Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. The rear security door locks are located on the inside of the rear doors. To Use One of These Locks Door Models 1.
Page 75: Leaving Your Vehicle
To Open a Rear Door With the Security Lock Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on, unlock the door from the inside, then open the door If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock from the outside.
Page 76: Operation
At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is Operation normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the The following functions are transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer available with the remote to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: keyless entry system: Check the distance.
Page 77: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle NOTICE: Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. When replacing the battery, use care not to If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be touch any of the circuitry.
Page 78 To replace the battery in the transmitter do Resynchronization the following: Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a 1. Use a coin or flat tip screwdriver to separate the security system that prevents anyone from recording and bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. playing back your signal.
Page 79: Tailgate Lock Release
Tailgate Tailgate Lock Release Use your key to lock or unlock your tailgate. If you have a convertible, you can still open or close the CAUTION: tailgate with the rear window closed. Theft It can be dangerous to drive with the tailgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Page 80: Parking At Night
Parking at Night New Vehicle “Break In” Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. NOTICE: Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break in.”...
Page 81: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions CAUTION: With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the On manual transmission vehicles, turning the key switch to four positions. to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision.
Page 82: Starting Your Engine
ACC (ACCESSORY) (B): This is the position in Starting Your Engine which you can operate your electrical power accessories. It also unlocks the steering wheel and ignition. Use this Automatic Transmission position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed. Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Page 83 Starting Your Engine 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the ignition key to START.
Page 84: Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110 volt AC outlet. CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire.
Page 85: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: There are several different positions for your shift lever. 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. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Page 86 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re transmission shift lock control system. You have to already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Page 87 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. NOTICE: If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 15 mph (25 km/h), Don’t shift into SECOND (2) unless you are push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h) with the Going about 15 mph (25 km/h) or more, transfer case in FOUR...
Page 88 NOTICE: NOTICE: Don’t shift into LOW (L) at speeds above If your rear wheels can’t turn, don’t try to drive. 40 mph (65 km/h) with the transfer case in This might happen if you were stuck in very deep FOUR WHEEL LOW (4L).
Page 89 Overdrive-Off Switch (If Equipped) To convert the transmission to the three speed mode, push in the overdrive off switch and release it. The OD/OFF indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will come on. The overdrive off switch is for normal driving, however, it also offers more power and lower fuel economy than driving in the overdrive position.
Page 90: Manual Transmission Operation
Power Mode Selector Switch The power mode selector switch must be in the P (power) mode and the transmission gear selector in SECOND (2), A power mode selector which will remain in SECOND (2) until you shift the switch is included vehicle to DRIVE (D).
Page 91: Shift Speeds
SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up NOTICE: on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5): Shift into stopped.
Page 92: Four - Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
Four Wheel Drive (If Equipped) Transfer Case If your vehicle has four wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To shift out of two wheel drive and into four wheel drive, move the transfer case shift lever to FOUR WHEEL HIGH (4H) or FOUR WHEEL...
Page 93 WHEEL HIGH (2H): This setting is for driving FOUR WHEEL LOW (4L): This setting also engages in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is your front axle to give you extra traction and can be not engaged in two wheel drive.
Page 94: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button located on the end of the lever. Hold the release button in as you move the lever all the way down.
Page 95: Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission Only)
Shifting Into PARK (P) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. (Automatic Transmission Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 96: Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) Running (Automatic Transmission Only) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in CAUTION: the transmission.
Page 97 Shifting Out of PARK (P) If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: (Automatic Transmission Only) Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the ON position.
Page 98: Parking Over Things That Burn
4. Remove the screw and cover. Parking Over Things That Burn 5. Inside, you’ll see the return plate. Using your finger, move the return plate toward the rear of the vehicle until it stops. 6. Move the shift lever into the gear you want. 7.
Page 99: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you CAUTION: ever have to, here are some things to know. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or CAUTION: smell.
Page 100: Tilt Wheel (If Equipped)
Horn CAUTION: To sound the horn, press the portion of your steering wheel marked with the horn symbol. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if Tilt Wheel (If Equipped) the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 101: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has an upward (for right) and a downward (for left) position. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 102: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers First, you must have the headlamps on. For high beams, push the turn signal lever toward the instrument panel. When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on. It will go off when you switch to low beam.
Page 103: Windshield Washer
With variable delay, you can set the wiper speed for Windshield Washer a long or short interval between wipes. This can be To wash your windshield, pull the stalk with the wiper very useful. symbol on it toward you one time. When you release Move the stalk to INT then turn the inner band and the stalk, the washers will stop.
Page 104: Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Rear Window Wiper/Washer (If Equipped) Cruise Control (If Equipped) To turn on your rear wiper, push the upper button. Push the same button again to turn it off. To spray washer fluid on the rear window, push the lower button about halfway down. Washer fluid will With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about spray as long as you hold this button.
Page 105 1. Press the CRUISE CTRL. switch on the CAUTION: instrument panel to turn the system on. The Cruise control can be dangerous where indicator light in the you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. switch will come on. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Page 106 Resuming a Set Speed Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When If you set your cruise control at a desired speed and you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow then apply the brake, this will turn off the cruise control down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.
Page 107: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps Headlamps : This position will turn on the following: Headlamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lights License Plate Lamp Turn the switch to OFF to turn off the lamps. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 108: Automatic Light Control (Alc)
When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on Automatic Light Control (ALC) at a reduce brightness. The taillamps, sidemarker and Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic light sensor other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t on top of the instrument panel, so be sure it is not covered.
Page 109: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps ON: This position is to the right when you are sitting in the driver’s seat. The dome lamp will turn on and stay Instrument Panel Brightness Control on whether or not a door is open. The thumbwheel controls the brightness of your instrument panel lights.
Page 110: Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
Mirrors Outside Manual Adjust Mirrors Adjust these mirrors by hand so that you can just Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield. comfortable driving position.
Page 111: Storage Compartments
To adjust the mirrors do the following: Storage Compartments 1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right) Glove Box to select the mirror you wish to adjust. To open the glove box, pull the latch toward you. 2.
Page 112: Convenience Net (If Equipped)
Convenience Net (If Equipped) You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small items, like gloves and light clothing, in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. The net is not designed to retain these items during road use.
Page 113 Lockable Storage Compartment and Cargo 2. Release the tension bows on both sides of the convertible top. See “Convertible Top” later in Cover (Option) this section for more information. If you have a two door vehicle and it has the optional lockable storage compartment, you can use it to cover and secure items in the cargo area of your vehicle.
Page 114: Luggage Carrier (Option)
4. Remove the rear window. See “Removing and Luggage Carrier (Option) Installing Your Rear Window” later in this section. 5. Carefully lift the panel out of the cargo area. CAUTION: 6. Put the bolts back into the mounting holes for storage while the panel is out of the vehicle.
Page 115 The luggage carrier has side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo. To install the crossrails, follow these steps: 1. Turn the screw cover lock to the unlocked position and lower the cover. 2. Turn the screw counterclockwise to loosen the mounting attachment so it can fit over the side rails.
Page 116 3. Mount the crossrails onto the side rails and adjust 4. Tighten the screws securely, taking care not their position so the cargo can be mounted properly. to overtighten them. Then raise and lock the Make sure the crossrails are not slanted. screw covers.
Page 117 Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Follow Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when these guidelines: loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle” Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is in the Index.
Page 118: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The rear ashtray is on the back of the center console. Push on the left side of the ashtray. The ashtray will To use the lighter, the ignition key must be in ON or turn clockwise for usage. To remove the rear ashtray, ACC.
Page 119: Accessory Power Outlet
Accessory Power Outlet NOTICE: With the accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power When using the accessory power outlet, maximum outlet is located in the center console near the parking electrical loads must not exceed 15 amps. Always brake.
Page 120: Convertible Top (If Equipped)
Convertible Top (If Equipped) NOTICE: (Continued) Your convertible top features a sunroof, a removable rear window and removable side windows. Don’t lower the top if it is damp or wet. After the top is down, the trapped water can cause stains, mildew and damage to the NOTICE: inside of your car.
Page 121 Opening and Closing Your Sunroof 1. Lower your antenna and swing your sun visors down. 4. Swing the front top bow up and back while folding the canvas top as shown. Be sure that you don’t 2. Squeeze the front top bow latch buttons and pull the pinch the canvas top between the front top bow latch back.
Page 122 Removing and Installing Your Rear Window The rear window on your vehicle is removable. This allows you to open the back opening all the way or to replace the window if it becomes deteriorated. To remove the rear window do the following: 1.
Page 123: Removing And Installing The Side Window
Removing and Installing the Side Window To remove the side window do the following: 4. Hang the rear window down so it hangs outside of the vehicle. 5. Pull the rear window frame bar rearward (see illustration above). Then slide the bar to 1.
Page 124 3. Release the plastic strip sewn along the bottom To install the side window: edge of the window by gently pulling down and out. Then release the plastic along the front edge of the window by pulling it forward and out. It may help to rock the window back and forth to remove it.
Page 125 2. Then start by zipping the zipper about 3 inches (8 cm), to hold the window in place. When zipping, place the rear bottom corner of the window inside the rear part of the vehicle body to help support the window while you engage the zipper end. 3.
Page 126: Lowering And Raising The Canvas Top
Lowering and Raising the Canvas Top 1. Remove the side windows of the canvas top as shown previously. Remember to release the tension in the canvas top support arms first. 2. Open the rear window and hang it down inside the luggage compartment (or over the top of the vehicle’s trunk).
Page 127 4. Unhook the front end of the rear canvas top. You 5. Engage the latches by pushing down on the support may want to open the sunroof to gain easier access to arms at the hinges. the rear top. Lower the bow slowly while tucking the Reverse the steps to raise your canvas top.
Page 128 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-62...
Page 129 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Side Defroster Vent L. Power Remote Control Mirror (If Equipped) B. Air Vent M. Instrument Panel Brightness Control C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever N. Hood Release D. Instrument Panel Cluster O.
Page 130: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have left, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. United States cluster shown;...
Page 131: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The button located to the right of the odometer display Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been allows you to switch between the odometer and the...
Page 132: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows and Indicators there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. This part describes the warning lights and gages that Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even...
Page 133: Airbag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light If the air bag readiness light stays on after you tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 134: Charging System Light
Charging System Light Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light This light will come on will come on when you set your parking brake. The light briefly when you turn on will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. the ignition, but the engine If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, is not running, as a check...
Page 135 CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve United States Canada pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 136 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning CAUTION: Light (Option) With the anti lock brake Your regular brake system may not be working system, this light will properly if the anti lock brake system warning come on when you start light is on. Driving with the anti lock brake your engine and it will system warning light on can lead to an accident.
Page 137: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the Your vehicle is equipped gage pointer moves to the with a computer which H (red) side, your engine monitors operation of the is too hot.
Page 138 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is NOTICE: working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in If you keep driving your vehicle with this light one of two ways: on, after a while, your emission controls may not...
Page 139 If the Light Is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to You may be able to correct the emission system your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: Reducing vehicle speed. Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? Avoiding hard accelerations.
Page 140 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. Some state/provincial and local governments have or may See “Fuel” in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cause begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 141: Oil Pressure Light
Oil Pressure Light CAUTION: If you have a problem with your oil, this light may Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. stay on after you start your If you do, your engine can become so hot that engine, or come on when you are driving.
Page 142 Four-Wheel-Drive Light (If Equipped) Overdrive Off Light (If Equipped) This light comes on when This light comes on when the ignition switch is on the automatic four speed and the transfer case lever transmission has been is in one of the four wheel converted to the three speed...
Page 143: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and do not Your fuel gage shows about indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage. how much fuel is in your At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the tank.
Page 144: 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 FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Climate Control System FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player...
Page 145: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls Airflow Lever VENT: This position directs the airflow through With this system, you can control the heating and the instrument panel vents. ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle’s air conditioning can also control cooling. LEVEL: This position directs air through the instrument panel vents and toward the floor.
Page 146: Air Conditioner Controls
Air Conditioner Controls Fan Lever Slide the lever away from OFF to turn the system on. The air conditioning system Move the lever toward the fan symbol to increase the uses the same controls as fan’s speed. described previously. The function of each lever is Temperature Lever explained under “Climate...
Page 147: Defogging And Defrosting
For normal cooling, push the A/C button and move the Defogging and Defrosting air intake lever to OUTSIDE AIR. For faster cooling, Slide the air intake lever to OUTSIDE AIR and move the lever to RECIRCULATE. Then move the the airflow lever to DEFROST to direct air to the airflow lever to VENT, the temperature lever toward the windshield vents.
Page 148: Ventilation System
Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license Your vehicle has air outlets or a decal across the defogger grid on the rear window. that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle. NOTICE: Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window.
Page 149: Audio Systems
Ventilation Tips AM-FM Stereo Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, move the fan control lever toward the fan symbol for a few moments before driving off.
Page 150 SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to station and stay there. The radio will seek to stations 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by with a strong signal only.
Page 151 TREBLE: Press and release AUDIO until “TRE” will appear on the display when the sound is balanced appears on the display. Then press and hold the up arrow toward the left speakers. L and a zero will appear on the to increase treble.
Page 152: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player
Radio Calibration RCL: Press this knob to recall the station being played, to recall if the tape player is active, or to Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle display the clock. from the factory. If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for Finding a Station your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership...
Page 153 PRESET SCAN: Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each Setting the Tone of your preset stations for a few seconds. Press and hold BASS: Press and release AUDIO until BAS appears on one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds the display.
Page 154 To set BASS or TREBLE to the middle position, select FADE: Press and release AUDIO until FAD appears on the desired tone control. Then press and hold AUDIO the display. Then press and hold the up arrow to move for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. B and the sound to the front speakers or the down arrow to a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display.
Page 155 Playing a Cassette Tape PREV (1): Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the selection Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are has been playing for less than three seconds. If the up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 156 REV (3): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. AM FM: Press this button to play the radio when a FR will appear on the display. Press it again to return tape is in the player. The tape will stop but remain in to playing speed.
Page 157: Am-Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)
CLN: If this message appears on the display, the AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play (If Equipped) tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player”...
Page 158 Finding a Station PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by and FM2.
Page 159 TREBLE: Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears will appear on the display when the sound is balanced on the display. Then press and hold the up arrow to toward the left speakers. “L” and a zero will appear on increase treble.
Page 160 Playing a Compact Disc The track number will appear on the display. If you hold the button or press it more than once, the player will Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The continue moving back through the disc. The sound will player will pull it in.
Page 161: Understanding Radio Reception
RCL: Press this button to see the current track number Understanding Radio Reception or how long the current track has been playing. AM FM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player. The disc will stop but remain in The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night.
Page 162: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably mechanism.
Page 163 The recommended cleaning method for your cassette When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the broken tape player is the use of a scrubbing action, tape detection feature is active again. abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub You may also choose a non scrubbing action, wet type the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn.
Page 164: Care Of Your Compact Disc Player
Care of Your Compact Discs Antenna Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases Use the knob on the end of the antenna to raise the or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight antenna. To lower it, hold the antenna mast near the roof and dust.
Page 165: 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. Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle Driving at Night Defensive Driving Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Drunken Driving...
Page 166: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
But statistics show that the most important factor, by far, is how we drive. Knowing how these three factors work together can help you understand how your vehicle handles and what you can do to avoid many types of crashes, including a rollover crash. Driver Behavior The single most important thing is this: everyone in the vehicle, including the driver, should buckle up.
Page 167: Driving Environment
Driving Environment But driver behavior factors are far more often the cause of a utility vehicle rollover than are environmental or You can also help avoid a rollover or other type of crash vehicle factors. Safe driver behavior and understanding by being prepared for driving in inclement weather, at the environment in which you’ll be driving can help night, or during other times where visibility or traction...
Page 168: Drunken Driving
Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the and driving. In recent years, about 16,000 annual motor driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call, of alcohol, with more than 300,000 people injured.
Page 169 According to the American Medical Association, a It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC of about 0.06 percent.
Page 170 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of There’s something else about drinking and driving that 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people don’t know. Medical research shows that many people are impaired at a BAC approaching alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night.
Page 171: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 172 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-Lock Brakes (Option) spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle may have anti lock brakes (ABS). ABS is braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a an advanced electronic braking system that will help mistake.
Page 173 The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Here’s how anti lock works.
Page 174: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need If you don’t have anti lock, use a “squeeze” braking to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease technique. This will give you maximum braking while stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in maintaining steering control.
Page 175: Steering Tips
Steering Tips The same thing can happen if you’re steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate. Those Driving on Curves two control systems steering and acceleration overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. and make you lose control.
Page 176: 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 177: Off-Road Recovery
Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while lane highway waits for just the right moment, you’re driving.
Page 178 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, start your left lane change signal before moving out following too closely reduces your area of vision, of the right lane to pass.
Page 179: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Let’s review what driving experts say about what Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering gravel or other material is on the road.
Page 180: Off - Road Driving With Your Four - Wheel - Drive Vehicle
Road Driving with Your Before You Go Off-Roading Four Wheel Drive Vehicle There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance This off road guide is for vehicles that have and service work done.
Page 181: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns CAUTION: road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. Chevrolet recognizes these concerns and urges Cargo on the load floor piled higher than every off roader to follow these basic rules for...
Page 182: Traveling To Remote Areas
Traveling to Remote Areas Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful road driving. One of the best ways to control your It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to to a remote area.
Page 183: Scanning The Terrain
Scanning the Terrain When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other road driving can take you over many different surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if kinds of terrain.
Page 184: Driving On Off-Road Hills
Driving on Off-Road Hills incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a large hill, the road driving often takes you up, down or across a incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you may hill.
Page 185: Driving Uphill
Driving Uphill Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible need to take some special steps. to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
Page 186 What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about As you are backing down the hill, put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position. This to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? way, you’ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight If this happens, there are some things you should and maneuver as you back down.
Page 187 Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What CAUTION: should I do? Set the parking brake, put your transmission in Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can PARK (P) (or the manual transmission in cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) (or, if you have the manual FIRST (1)) and turn off the engine.
Page 188: Driving Downhill
Driving Downhill CAUTION: When off roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain your brakes to overheat and fade. This could vehicle control? cause loss of control and a serious accident.
Page 189 Are there some things I should not do when Am I likely to stall when going downhill? driving down a hill? It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. But if Yes! These are important because if you it happens going downhill, here’s what to do. ignore them you could lose control and have a Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes.
Page 190: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with Sooner or later, an off road trail will probably go across the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into the incline of a hill.
Page 191: Stalling On An Incline
What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
Page 192: Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow Or Ice
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wet When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will won’t get good traction.
Page 193: Driving In Water
Driving in Water CAUTION: Light rain causes no special off road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream Find out how deep the water is before you drive through and you and your passengers could drown.
Page 194: After Off-Road Driving
After Off-Road Driving Driving at Night Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
Page 195 Here are some tips on night driving. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several Drive defensively. seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When Don’t drink and drive. you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the...
Page 196: 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 197 CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 198: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your Driving Through Flowing Water tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road.
Page 199: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip.
Page 200: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving 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. Too fast or slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 201: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
If it needs service, have it done before starting out. 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. 4-37...
Page 202: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads 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 203 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can CAUTION: make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See “Off Road Driving” in the Index for information Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the about driving off road.
Page 204: Winter Driving
You may see highway signs on mountains that warn Here are some tips for winter driving: of special problems. Examples are long grades, Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. passing or no passing zones, a falling rocks area You may want to put winter emergency supplies in or winding roads.
Page 205 Whatever the condition smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Unless you have the anti lock braking system, you’ll want to brake very gently, too.
Page 206: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Remember, unless you have anti lock, if you brake If You’re Caught in a Blizzard so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you’ll just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 207 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. CAUTION: Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas mats...
Page 208: Towing Your Vehicle From The Rear
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Page 209: Towing Your Vehicle From The Front
2. If your vehicle is a four wheel drive vehicle, turn the Towing Your Vehicle from the Front ignition key to ON, move the transfer case lever into (Four-Wheel-Drive Only) NEUTRAL and make sure the 4WD light on the instrument panel cluster is turned off. See “Four Wheel Drive”...
Page 210 Follow these steps: Stop towing every 200 miles (300 km) and start the engine. Leave the transfer case shift lever in 1. Set the parking brake. NEUTRAL. Shift your automatic transmission to 2. Shift your automatic transmission into PARK (P), or DRIVE (D);...
Page 211: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle The other label is the Certification label, also found on the driver’s door lock pillar. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it Rating (GVWR).
Page 212 CAUTION: CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Things you put inside your vehicle can strike GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can a crash.
Page 213: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” CAUTION: that appears later in this section. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself.
Page 214: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
THIRD (3) (or, as you need to, a lower gear) when Chevrolet Motor Division towing a trailer. Operating your vehicle in THIRD (3) Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and P.O. Box 33170 extend the life of your transmission. If you have a...
Page 215: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 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.
Page 216: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper You should always attach chains between your vehicle limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue Tire Loading Information Certification label at the rear of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting...
Page 217: Driving With A Trailer
Will the trailer brake parts take 3,000 psi During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the (20 650 kPa) of pressure? If not, the trailer brake load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes system must not be used with your vehicle. are still working.
Page 218: Making Turns
Making Turns When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you NOTICE: are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working.
Page 219: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills 5. If you have a four wheel drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL. 6. Release the regular brakes. CAUTION: CAUTION: You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill.
Page 220: When You Are Ready To Leave After Parking On A Hill
When You Are Ready to Leave After Maintenance When Trailer Towing Parking on a Hill Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down on this.
Page 221: 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 Engine Overheating Other Warning Devices Cooling System Jump Starting If a Tire Goes Flat Towing Your Vehicle Changing a Flat Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 222: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button on the instrument panel to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. To turn off the flashers, push the button again.
Page 223: Jump Starting
Jump Starting NOTICE: If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start Ignoring these steps could result in costly your vehicle. But please use the following steps to do damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered it safely.
Page 224 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12 volt NOTICE: battery with a negative ground system. If you leave your radio on, it could be badly NOTICE: damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. If the other system isn’t a 12 volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.
Page 225 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. CAUTION: The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic Using a match near a battery can cause battery things you should know.
Page 226 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Page 227 8. Now connect the black Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away negative ( ) cable to from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that the good battery’s move. The electrical connection is just as good there, negative ( ) terminal.
Page 228: Towing Your Vehicle
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the heavy, unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the negative ( ) terminal on the vehicle with the...
Page 229: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating CAUTION: You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster. See “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage” in the Index. Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Page 230: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 231: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 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.
Page 232 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 233: Recovery Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant NOTICE: Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the isn’t at or above the FULL mark, add a 50/50 mixture engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 234 CAUTION: CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol system can blow out and burn you badly. They and it will burn if the engine parts are hot are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator enough.
Page 235: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
Page 236 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push 3. Fill the radiator with the proper coolant mixture, up down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. to the base of the filler neck. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture.
Page 237 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the engine cooling fan.
Page 238: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: 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. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
Page 239: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack, wheel wrench and jack handle are stowed in The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and the rear left corner of the luggage compartment. change a tire. 1. To open the jacking tool storage compartment, turn the knob counterclockwise.
Page 240 2. Turn the jack screw to remove the jack from the clamps. If the screw is too tight, use the jack handle to loosen it. The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), jack handle (B) and wheel wrench (C). 5-20...
Page 241 3. The spare tire is mounted on your tailgate. Your vehicle may be equipped with a cover. To remove the cover from the spare tire, insert your key into the wheel lock and pull the wheel lock off. 4. Using the wheel wrench, remove the wheel cover nut.
Page 242: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5. Remove the remaining wheel nuts with the wheel wrench. 6. Remove the spare tire from the mounting bracket 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts, and place it near your flat tire. but don’t remove them yet.
Page 243 2. Under the vehicle near each wheel, there are knobs in the vehicle’s frame. Position the jack and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly onto the knobs nearest to the flat tire. CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous.
Page 244 3. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well. If your vehicle is equipped with running boards, position the jack handle on an angle toward the front tire so you can turn the handle (front tire only).
Page 245 4. Use the jack handle at an angle until you can turn it 5. Remove all the wheel at the regular position. nuts and take off the flat tire. 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel.
Page 246 CAUTION: CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could become loose after a time.
Page 247 10. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. CAUTION: 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off.
Page 248: Storing A Flat Or Spare 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. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: 1.
Page 249 NOTICE: Ensure that the wheel balance weight is on the lower left section of the tire in order to allow proper installation of the spare wheel cover. 2. Put the top two wheel nuts back on with the wheel wrench. 3.
Page 250: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, NOTICE: Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your vehicle as well as the tires.
Page 251: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out Using the Recovery Hooks First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have a four wheel drive vehicle, shift into 4HI. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R)), spinning the wheels...
Page 252 CAUTION: The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle.
Page 253: 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 254: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for more about how to service your vehicle than this manual all your service needs.
Page 255: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Adding Equipment to the Outside of CAUTION: Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can You can be injured and your vehicle could be affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with damaged if you try to do service work on a your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of vehicle without knowing enough about it.
Page 256 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 Canada Only determined that the cause of the condition is the type of Be sure the posted octane is at least 87.
Page 257: Fuels In Foreign Countries
To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States Fuels in Foreign Countries are now required to contain additives that will help If you plan on driving in another country outside the prevent deposits from forming in your engine and United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard fuel system, allowing your emission control system to find.
Page 258: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The cap is located behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of your vehicle.
Page 259 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 260: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right Filling a Portable Fuel Container (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly CAUTION: installed.
Page 261: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release 1. To open the hood, first pull the release handle CAUTION: located on the driver’s side of the vehicle on the An electric fan under the hood can start up and lower portion of the injure you even when the engine is not running.
Page 262 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and 2.
Page 263: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 1.6L engine, you’ll see: A. Main Fuse Box E. Radiator Pressure Cap H. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir B. Engine Air/Cleaner Filter F. Engine Oil Fill Cap I. Brake Fluid Reservoir C.
Page 264 When you open the hood on the 2.0L engine, you’ll see: A. Main Fuse Box F. Engine Oil Dipstick I. Brake Fluid Reservoir B. Engine Air/Cleaner Filter G. Engine Oil Fill Cap J. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank C. Battery H. Hydraulic Clutch K.
Page 265 When you open the hood on the 2.5L engine, you’ll see: A. Main Fuse Box E. Engine Oil Fill Cap H. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir B. Engine Air/Cleaner Filter F. Automatic Transmission I. Brake Fluid Reservoir Dipstick (If Equipped) C. Battery J.
Page 266: Checking Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you If the engine oil pressure get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must light appears on the be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. instrument panel, it means you need to check your The handle of the...
Page 267 On the 2.0L engine it On the 2.5L engine it is located near the is located near the center of the engine on front of the engine the passenger’s side of compartment towards the vehicle. the driver’s side of the vehicle. 2.0L Engine 2.5L Engine See “Engine Compartment Overview”...
Page 268: When To Add Engine Oil
Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way.
Page 269: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
The engine oil fill cap is located in the front of the engine compartment. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. 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 270: Engine Oil Additives
As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W 30 is best for GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W 30 if it’s your vehicle. going to be 0 C) or above. These numbers If you are in an area where the temperature falls below on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Page 271: When To Change Engine Oil
When to Change Engine Oil What to Do with Used Oil If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city Did you know that used engine oil contains certain maintenance schedule: elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
Page 272: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned.
Page 273: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement To check or replace the filter do the following: 1. Release the four clips on the cover. 2. Lift the cover up. 3. Pull out the engine air cleaner/filter and check or replace it. 4. Reinstall the cover and fasten the clips. 6-21...
Page 274: Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped)
Passenger Compartment Air Filter The access panel for the air filter is in the glove box. To replace the filter, follow these steps: (If Equipped) 1. Lower the glove box door to the second detent Passenger compartment air, both outside and position.
Page 275 3. Remove the top air filter, then lift out the lower filter. 4. Reverse the steps to install the new filters. Once you remove your filter, if you choose not to replace it, it will not damage your vehicle. However, the air will no longer be filtered. 6-23...
Page 276: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you When to Check and Change may choose to have this done at the dealership A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid service department. level is when the engine oil is changed.
Page 277 To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift operating temperature, which is 180 F to 200 lever through each gear range, pausing for about C to 93 three seconds in each range.
Page 278: How To Add Fluid
2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and How to Add Fluid then pull it back out again. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot.
Page 279: Manual Transmission Fluid
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading.
Page 280: When To Check And What To Use
How to Add Fluid When to Check and What to Use Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2.
Page 281: Rear Axle
How to Check and Add Fluid How to Check Lubricant You do not need to check the fluid level unless you suspect a clutch problem. To check the fluid level, look at the markings on the reservoir. If the fluid reaches the MAX line, the fluid level is correct.
Page 282: Four-Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive How to Check Lubricant Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four wheel drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it.
Page 283: Front Axle
Front Axle When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler When to Check and Change Lubricant plug hole. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how When the differential is at operating temperature often to check the lubricant and when to change it.
Page 284: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and The following explains your cooling system and how half coolant that meets GM Specification 1825 to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem which won’t damage aluminum parts.
Page 285: Checking Coolant
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 286 Adding Coolant CAUTION: If you need more coolant, add the proper coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, CAUTION: and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 287: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 288: Adding Washer Fluid
How To Check Power Steering Fluid Adding Washer Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off. The level should fall between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir. What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use, see “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”...
Page 289: Brake Fluid
Brakes NOTICE: Brake Fluid When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Page 290 The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake Checking Brake Fluid system. If it is, you should have your brake system You can check the fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes brake fluid without won’t work well, or won’t work at all.
Page 291 What to Add NOTICE: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT 3 brake fluid. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” Using the wrong fluid can badly damage in the Index. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. brake system parts.
Page 292: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high...
Page 293: Brake Adjustment
Brake Pedal Travel Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to ACDelco battery. When it’s time for a new battery, normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal get one that has the replacement number shown on the travel.
Page 294: Bulb Replacement
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle Headlamps for longer storage periods. Bulb Replacement See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index to check the size and type of bulb you need to use. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer’s service department.
Page 295 To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the rubber cover and socket from the headlamp. 3. Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressing down and moving the metal retainer away from you. 4.
Page 296: Sidemarker Lamps
Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps Sidemarker Lamps To replace the parking and turn signal bulb, To replace the sidemarker bulb: do the following: 1. Remove the two screws holding the sidemarker lamp assembly using a screwdriver. The assembly should pull away from the vehicle.
Page 297: Rear Combination Lamps
Rear Combination Lamps To remove the rear combination bulbs: Driver’s Side Passenger’s Side A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Back Up Lamp 1. Remove the two screws from the combination lamps. C. Brake Lamp Gently pull the housing away from the vehicle. 2.
Page 298 Tire pressure should be checked see your Chevrolet Warranty booklet for details. when your tires are cold. Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole.
Page 299: Inflation -- Tire Pressure
Inflation -- Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Tire Loading Information label, which is on the driver’s door lock pillar, shows the correct inflation If your tires have too much air (overinflation), pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” you can get the following: means your vehicle has been sitting for at least Unusual wear three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 300: 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 301 When It’s Time for New Tires CAUTION: One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which check the treadwear indicators, which will it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose appear when your tires have after a time.
Page 302: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires CAUTION: To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire Loading Information label. Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had driving.
Page 303: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 304: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under and best overall performance.
Page 305 Each new wheel should have the same load carrying NOTICE: capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. The wrong wheel can also cause problems with If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or equipment parts.
Page 306: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a NOTICE: match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. Use tire chains only where legal and only When you use anything from a container to clean your when you must.
Page 307: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a Alcohol clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn.
Page 308: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Cleaning Vinyl Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), Use warm water and a clean cloth. egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. blood can be removed as follows: You may have to do it more than once.
Page 309: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Cleaning Glass Surfaces Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass.
Page 310: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Windshield Cleaner, Bon Ami Powder (non scratching The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth glass cleaning powder), GM Part No. 1050011. The of color, gloss retention and durability. windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water.
Page 311: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses NOTICE: Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the Finish Care finish or leave swirl marks.
Page 312: Plastic Windows
Special Care for Canvas Top and If you decide to go through an automatic car wash, ask the manager if the equipment could damage Plastic Windows your top. Your canvas top should be cleaned often. If you use an The plastic windows are pliable and can be scratched if automatic car wash, use one with water jets and hanging you don’t take these precautions when you clean them: cloths.
Page 313: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Cleaning Tires (If Equipped) To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After NOTICE: rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied.
Page 314: Finish Damage
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, and exhaust system even though they have Chevrolet will repair, at no charge to the owner, the corrosion protection. 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 315: Gm Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 oz.
Page 316: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label inside the glove box on the door. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 317: Electrical System
Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from Add-On Electrical Equipment short circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. NOTICE: Look at the copper colored band inside the fuse.
Page 318: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuse Usage Power Windows Dome Light TAIL License Plate Light, This fuse box is located under the driver’s side of the Clearance/Marker Lights, instrument panel. The fuses here protect each separate Instrument Panel Illumination circuit including headlamps. There are spare fuses inside the fuse box.
Page 319: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuse Usage Cigar/Cigarette Lighter, Radio, Power Mirror Door Locks Brake Light, Horn, Center High Mounted Stop Lamp Not Used Rear Window Defogger, DRL Not Used Turn Signal, Back Up Light Windshield Wiper/Washer, Rear Window Wiper/Washer The main fuse box in your engine compartment Fuses for the air bags are located next to the instrument protects all electrical loads.
Page 320: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Back up Lamp ......Dome ....GM Part No.
Page 321: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill ... . . 2.6 quarts (2.5 L)* The following approximate capacities are given in Manual Transmission English and metric conversions. Four Wheel Drive .
Page 322: L Engine Specifications
1.6L Engine Specifications 2.5L Engine Specifications VIN Engine Code ......VIN Engine Code ......Type .
Page 323: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance PCV Valve 1.6L Engine ... . . GM Part No. 96068664 Replacement Parts or equivalent Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ..GM Part No. 91174457 2.0L Engine .
Page 324: Vehicle Dimensions
Vehicle Dimensions Height Door Convertible ..66.5 inches (168.9 cm) Length Four Door Hardtop Door Convertible Wheel Drive Wheel Drive Base Model ... . 65.6 inches (166.6 cm) Base Model .
Page 325: 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 B: Owner Checks and Services Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance...
Page 326: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
Page 327: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition.
Page 328: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part A: Scheduled The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle Maintenance Services uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else Using Your Maintenance Schedule drives the vehicle.
Page 329: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
Page 330 Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Intervals Short Trip/City Intervals Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner At 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Camshaft Timing Belt Filter Replacement. Passenger Compartment Air Inspection (1.6L Code 6 engine only). Filter Replacement. Ignition Coil Plug Cap Inspection Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Automatic (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 331 Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Definition Long Trip/Highway Intervals Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Change (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). Maintenance are true.
Page 332 Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Intervals Long Trip/Highway Intervals Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Accessory Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Fuel Tank Cap Drive Belt Inspection (or every 30 months, whichever Gasket Replacement. Emission System Hoses occurs first). Cooling System Service (or every Inspection.
Page 333: Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Footnotes (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The service shown California Air Resources Board has determined that the at 120,000 miles (200 000 km) should be performed at failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify...
Page 334 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
Page 335 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
Page 336 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Continued) Change transfer case fluid. Change differential fluid. Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. Inspect propeller shafts and u joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 337 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Inspect passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 338 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Page 339 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 340 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Inspect passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 341 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Page 342 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) (Continued) Change manual transmission fluid. Change transfer case fluid. Change differential fluid. Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. Inspect propeller shafts and u joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 343 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Inspect passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 344 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Change automatic transmission 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 345 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plug wires (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first) (1.6L Code 6 engine only) An Emission Control Service. Drain, refill and bleed the brake system.
Page 346 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Change differential fluid. Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. Inspect emission system hoses and replace as necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Inspect propeller shafts and u joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 347 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
Page 348 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) (Continued) – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km).
Page 349 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Inspect passenger compartment air filter. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 350 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air filter. For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Page 351 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Inspect camshaft timing belt (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.
Page 352 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service. Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Inspect propeller shafts and u joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 353 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) DATE If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
Page 354: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Footnotes (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The service shown California Air Resources Board has determined that the at 120,000 miles (200 000 km) should be performed at failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify...
Page 355 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE j Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 356 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Continued) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service.
Page 357 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Change automatic transmission 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 358 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage.
Page 359 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 360 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) (Continued) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service.
Page 361 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Change automatic transmission 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 362 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks.
Page 363 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Replace the camshaft timing belt (1.6L Code 6 engine only). An Emission Control Service.(See footnote Replace spark plug wires (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Drain, refill and bleed the brake system. 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 364 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) (Continued) – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km).
Page 365 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air filter. For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Page 366 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
Page 367 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Inspect propeller shafts and u joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten u joint flange bolts if necessary. Rotate tires.
Page 368: At Each Fuel Fill
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the Listed in this part are owner checks and services which windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if should be performed at the intervals specified to help necessary.
Page 369: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Fluid Level Check Check the transfer case, axle differential(s) and Restraint System Check automatic or manual transmission fluid levels and add as Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your needed. See “Transfer Case,” “Axle, Rear,” “Axle, belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are Front”...
Page 370 Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly.
Page 371 Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With an automatic transmission, the key should turn With the engine running and transmission in...
Page 372: Exhaust System Inspection
Part C: Periodic Exhaust System Inspection Maintenance Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, Listed in this part are inspections and services which missing or out position parts as well as open seams, should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could each spring and fall).
Page 373: Brake System Inspection
Rear Axle (All) and Front Axle Brake System Inspection (Four-Wheel Drive) Service Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up, binding, leaks, cracks, Check the gear lubricant level and add if needed. See chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors “Rear Axle”...
Page 374 Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT and Lubricants Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, drinkable water (preferable part number or specification may be obtained from distilled) and good quality your dealer. Ethylene Glycol Base Coolant (GM Part No.
Page 375 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Hydraulic Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant, Clutch System (GM Part No. 12345347 or Superlube (GM Part equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid). No. 12346241 or equivalent). Parking Brake Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Manual Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Cable Guides No.
Page 376 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Hood Latch Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol No. 12377985 or equivalent) Assembly, (GM Part No. 12346293 or or lubricant meeting Secondary Latch, equivalent) or lubricant requirements of NLGI # 2, Pivots, Spring meeting requirements of Category LB or GC Anchor and...
Page 377: 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. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Page 378 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-54...
Page 379: 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 Courtesy Transportation...
Page 380: 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 381 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. resolved by the dealership without further help, contact...
Page 382: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
If a U.S. customer wishes to write BBB Auto Line to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. Customer Assistance Center. 4200 Wilson Boulevard...
Page 383: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
From: GM Mobility Program for Persons Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) with Disabilities 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 This program, available to qualified applicants, can Fax Number: 313-381-0022 reimburse you up to $1,000 Canada toward aftermarket driver General Motors of Canada Limited or passenger adaptive Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 equipment you may require...
Page 384: Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program
Chevrolet is excited to announce the from a legal roadway) establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 2001 Chevrolet, membership FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost in Roadside Assistance is free. on the road or locked inside)
Page 385: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) the Bumper Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty License plate number to eligible purchasers of 2001 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer Vehicle color for details.) Vehicle location...
Page 386: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation, a customer Warranty service can generally be completed while you support program for new vehicles. wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to minimize your inconvenience by providing several retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with transportation options.
Page 387: Additional Program Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide Please contact your dealer for specific information about you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you availability.
Page 388: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
REPORTING SAFETY REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO DEFECTS TO THE UNITED THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT STATES GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should Motors of Canada Limited.
Page 389: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
1908 Colonel Sam Drive in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 us. Please call us at 1 1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232 5170 8-11...
Page 390 2001 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 391 Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal ORDER TOLL FREE service. If further information is needed, write to the address shown below or call (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123. Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return 1-800-551-4123 information within 30 days of delivery.

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