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2004 Chevrolet Epica Owner Manual
Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1
............................................... 1-2
............................................... 1-9
............................................. 1-10
....................................... 1-28
...................................... 1-46
Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1
........................................................ 2-2
....................................... 2-7
................................................. 2-13
.................................................... 2-31
......................................... 2-33
.................................................. 2-35
Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1
...................................... 3-18
....................................... 3-48
............................ 1-55
............................ 2-15
........... 2-18
.......................... 3-4
........ 3-30
............ 3-46
Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
Towing
................................................... 4-29
Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
Headlamp Aiming
..................................... 5-40
Bulb Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires
...................................................... 5-48
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-68
Vehicle Identification
Electrical System
...................................... 5-78
Capacities and Specifications
Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1
Reporting Safety Defects
Index ................................................................ 1
M
........ 4-2
............... 5-10
.................................... 5-41
......... 5-47
................................. 5-77
..................... 5-85
................................ 6-2
........... 7-2
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2004 Chevrolet Epica Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats ..........1-2 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Rear Seats Towing ..........1-9 ........... 4-29 Safety Belts ..........1-10 Service and Appearance Care ......
  • Page 2: How To Use This Manual

    For vehicles first sold in and words work together to explain things. Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears Index in this manual. A good place to look for what you need is the Index in Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be back of the manual.
  • Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We This safety symbol means use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things “Don’t,”...
  • Page 4: Vehicle Symbols

    Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will find these notices: Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, Notice: These mean there is something that could are shown along with the text describing the operation damage your vehicle.
  • Page 5 These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle:...
  • Page 6 NOTES...
  • Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems

    Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Top Strap ............1-37 Manual Seats ..........1-2 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-39 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ......1-3 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Power Seat ...........1-3 Children (LATCH System) ......1-40 Manual Lumbar ..........1-5 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for Heated Seats ..........1-5 the LATCH System ........1-43...
  • Page 8: Front Seats

    Front Seats Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it. Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 9: Power Seat

    Driver Seat Height Adjuster Power Seat Your vehicle may have a manual driver seat height If your vehicle has this feature, the eight–way power adjuster. seat controls are located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat cushion. To adjust the height of This control allows you to move the seat up, down, the driver’s seat cushion, forward or rearward.
  • Page 10 Raise or lower the front Adjust the angle of the of the seat cushion by seatback by pushing the pushing the front part of upper switch forward the switch up or down. or rearward. Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by pushing When the seat reaches the desired position, release the rear part of the switch up or down.
  • Page 11: Manual Lumbar

    Manual Lumbar Heated Seats Your vehicle may have heated front seats. To adjust the driver’s front seat lumbar support, The buttons are located use the lever located on the center console on the outboard side of above the ashtray. the driver’s seatback. There is a button for the driver’s seat and a button for the passenger’s seat.
  • Page 12: Reclining Seatbacks

    Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat cushion and move the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked. But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback is moving.
  • Page 13 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: For proper protection when the vehicle is in Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you well back in the seat and wear your safety buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job belt properly.
  • Page 14: Head Restraints

    Head Restraints Pull up the head restraint in order to adjust the position upward. Push in the release button on the head restraint in order to adjust the position downward. Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head.
  • Page 15: Rear Seats

    The front head restraints Rear Seats also tilt forward. Rear Seat Operation Your vehicle has a split folding rear seatback with a center armrest. You can fold down either side of the seatback to increase cargo space. Folding the Seatback To fold down the seatback, do the following: 1.
  • Page 16: Safety Belts

    3. Fold the rear seatback forward and down. To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: 1. Lift up the seatback and push it to its original CAUTION: position. Ensure that the safety belts are not twisted or caught under the seat cushion.
  • Page 17 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a CAUTION: (Continued) reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder You can be seriously injured or killed. In the Light on page 3-33. same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up.
  • Page 18: 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 19 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 20 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 21 Questions and Answers About If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? Safety Belts You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident – even one that isn’t your fault – you Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an and your passengers can be hurt.
  • Page 22: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly

    How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 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 Older Children on page 1-28 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-30.
  • Page 23 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. 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 24: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

    Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it down, squeeze the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder adjuster to the height that is right for you.
  • Page 25 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 26 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 27 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 28 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 29: 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 30: Rear Seat Passengers

    The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Rear Seat Passengers mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
  • Page 31 Lap-Shoulder Belt 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear one properly. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
  • Page 32 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
  • Page 33: Safety Belt Pretensioners

    Safety Belt Pretensioners CAUTION: Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder severe crash in which the front of the vehicle hits belt is too loose.
  • Page 34: Child Restraints

    Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-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 35 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
  • Page 36: Infants And Young Children

    CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
  • Page 37 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate CAUTION: restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
  • Page 38 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants.
  • Page 39 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing CAUTION: a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor The body structure of a young child is quite vehicle safety standards.
  • Page 40: Child Restraint Systems

    Child Restraint Systems 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, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed the restraint.
  • Page 41 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. with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness.
  • Page 42 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child How do child restraints work? restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor A child restraint system is any device designed for vehicle safety standards.
  • Page 43: Where To Put The Restraint

    Where to Put the Restraint Top Strap Accident statistics show that children are safer if they Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. In addition, the only seats in the vehicle that are designed For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to accommodate a child restraint are the rear outboard...
  • Page 44 Anchor the top strap to an anchor point specified in Top Strap Anchor Location on page 1-39. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. CAUTION: Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint.
  • Page 45: Top Strap Anchor Location

    Top Strap Anchor Location Pull the front part of the plastic cover upward to access the top strap Top strap anchors are already installed in your vehicle anchors. for the rear seating positions. Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position because there is no place to anchor the top strap.
  • Page 46 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will find anchors (A) for the rear outside seating positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts.
  • Page 47 To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has either label A or B on the seatback. In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. 1-41...
  • Page 48 CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came...
  • Page 49: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System

    Securing a Child Restraint Designed Securing a Child Restraint in a for the LATCH System Rear Outside Seat Position 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. See Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-40.
  • Page 50 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. 1-44...
  • Page 51 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 52: Air Bag Systems

    Securing a Child Restraint in a Air Bag Systems Center Rear Seat Position This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has a frontal air bag for the driver and a frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag for the driver, and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger.
  • Page 53 Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag. CAUTION: (Continued) But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations. rollover, rear or low-speed frontal crashes, or in Here are the most important things to know about the many side crashes.
  • Page 54 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: the best protection for adults, but not for young Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety with great force, faster than the blink of an belt system nor its air bag system is designed eye.
  • Page 55: Where Are The Air Bags

    Where Are the Air Bags? The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-49...
  • Page 56 If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air bag is If your vehicle has one, the passenger’s side impact air in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.
  • Page 57: When Should An Air Bag Inflate

    If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about CAUTION: 9 to 14 mph (14.5 to 23 km/h). The threshold level can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that it can be somewhat above or below this range.
  • Page 58: How Does An Air Bag Restrain

    In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air How Does an Air Bag Restrain? bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, For frontal air bags, inflation is determined by the angle even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down...
  • Page 59 What Will You See After an Air Bag CAUTION: (Continued) Inflates? safe to do so. If you have breathing problems After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air inflated.
  • Page 60: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle

    • Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information Vehicle about the frontal air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. system, when the system commands air bag There are parts of the air bag systems in several places inflation and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment.
  • Page 61: Restraint System Check

    Restraint System Check Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light CAUTION: and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts.
  • Page 62 If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision Have your safety belt pretensioners checked if your damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH vehicle has been in a collision, or if your air bag system, safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle or New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt while you are driving.
  • Page 63: Features And Controls

    Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-2 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-21 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-4 Automatic Transaxle Operation .......2-22 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Parking Brake ..........2-26 Shifting Into Park (P) ........2-27 Doors and Locks ..........2-7 Shifting Out of Park (P) .........2-28 Door Locks ............2-7 Parking Over Things That Burn .......2-29 Central Door Unlocking System ......2-8...
  • Page 64: Keys

    Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
  • Page 65 One key is used for the For vehicle security, keep the key tag in a safe place and ignition, the doors and also record the key number somewhere other than inside all other locks. of the vehicle. If you lose your key, you will be able to have a new one made easily using the tag.
  • Page 66: Remote Keyless Entry System

    Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
  • Page 67: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle

    Remote Keyless Entry System If the door is not opened or if the engine is not started within 30 seconds after unlocking the doors with the Operation transmitter, all of the doors will automatically lock and the theft-deterrent system will re-activate. The following functions (Trunk): Press this button to unlock the trunk.
  • Page 68: Battery Replacement

    Battery Replacement To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter, do the following: Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless 1. Remove the screw from the back of the cover and entry transmitter should last about two years. open the cover of the transmitter.
  • Page 69: Doors And Locks

    Doors and Locks CAUTION: (Continued) Door Locks • Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. Locking your doors can CAUTION: help prevent this from happening. Unlocked doors can be dangerous. There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. •...
  • Page 70: Central Door Unlocking System

    Central Door Unlocking System The central door unlocking system is activated from the driver’s door. From the outside, you can lock or unlock all of the doors on your vehicle from the driver’s door by using either the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter. From the inside, you can lock or unlock all of the doors using the driver’s or the passenger’s power door lock switch.
  • Page 71: Power Door Locks

    Power Door Locks Door Ajar Reminder With the power door locks, If one of the doors on you can unlock or lock the your vehicle is not closed doors on your vehicle properly, the door ajar using either the driver’s or light on the secondary front passenger’s door information center...
  • Page 72: Canceling The Rear Door Security Lock

    Rear Door Security Locks Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On Your vehicle has rear 1. Unlock the door from the inside. door security locks on each rear door that help 2. Then open the door from the outside. prevent passengers If you do not cancel the security lock feature, adults or from opening the rear...
  • Page 73: Leaving Your Vehicle

    Leaving Your Vehicle CAUTION: If you are leaving your vehicle, take your keys. All of the doors, except for the driver’s door, can be locked from the outside by pushing down the door lock and then It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid closing the door.
  • Page 74 Remote Trunk Release Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Using the emergency trunk release handle Press the remote trunk as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in release button, located the trunk may damage it. Use the emergency trunk on the driver’s door trim, release handle only to help you open the trunk lid.
  • Page 75: Windows

    Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
  • Page 76: Power Windows

    Power Windows Window Lockout The driver’s power The power window window controls also switches are located include a lockout on the armrest on the button. driver’s door. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window. Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from using their window switches.
  • Page 77: Theft-Deterrent Systems

    Theft-Deterrent Systems 3. Lock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter. The transmitter must be used to activate the theft-deterrent system. Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent • The LED on the transmitter will flash.
  • Page 78: Disarming The System

    Disarming the System How to Turn Off the System Alarm To disarm the system, do one of the following: If the system alarm is active, it can be deactivated using one of the following methods: • Unlock the driver’s or passenger’s front door using •...
  • Page 79: Immobilizer Operation

    Immobilizer Immobilizer Operation This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Your vehicle may have a passive theft-deterrent system. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: The immobilizer system prevents your vehicle from being started by unauthorized persons. 1.
  • Page 80: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle

    Do not tow a trailer during break-in. your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the See Towing a Trailer on page 4-35 for theft-deterrent system at this time. more information. In an emergency, contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6. 2-18...
  • Page 81 Ignition Positions LOCK: This position locks your steering wheel, ignition, shift lever and transaxle. This is the only position in which you can insert or remove the key. For easier key With the key in the operation when unlocking the steering wheel, move the ignition switch, you steering wheel from right to left and turn the key to ACC.
  • Page 82: Starting Your Engine

    Starting Your Engine When your engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up, your vehicle is ready to be driven. Do not race your engine when it is cold. Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in any other position —...
  • Page 83: Engine Coolant Heater

    Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: Your vehicle has an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet economy during engine warm-up.
  • Page 84 Automatic Transaxle Operation PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. The automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between CAUTION: the seats.
  • Page 85 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing may damage the transaxle. When shifting from NEUTRAL (N) to REVERSE (R), you The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. must press down on the shift lever and push it toward Be sure the engine is not racing when shifting the passenger side of the vehicle while shifting.
  • Page 86: Adaptive Shift Logic

    FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power The driver cannot manually select the shift pattern. The but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use adaptive shift logic tries to operate in economy mode it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the as much as possible.
  • Page 87: Hold Mode Functions

    Hold Mode • When the transaxle is in THIRD (3), the transaxle operates in a gear range of SECOND (2) to Your vehicle’s transaxle has a hold mode. THIRD (3) and tries to maintain THIRD (3) for as long as possible. Press the HOLD button •...
  • Page 88: Parking Brake

    Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-35. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down.
  • Page 89: Shifting Into Park (P)

    Shifting Into Park (P) Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the parking brake firmly set.
  • Page 90: Torque Lock

    Torque Lock 3. Remove the cover over the shift-lock release slot by prying it off using a small, flat object, like a If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your screwdriver. The shift-lock release slot is located at transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the the top of the shift lever.
  • Page 91: Parking Over Things That Burn

    Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
  • Page 92: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked

    Running Your Engine While You CAUTION: Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle you ever have to, here are some things to know. if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
  • Page 93: Mirrors

    Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from any headlamps behind you.
  • Page 94: Outside Power Mirrors

    At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror will Outside Power Mirrors gradually darken to reduce glare. This change may take a few seconds. The mirror will return to its clear The control for the daytime state when the glare is reduced. power mirrors is located To activate the automatic dimming feature, press the on the driver’s side...
  • Page 95: Storage Areas

    Outside Convex Mirror Storage Areas Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from Glove Box the driver’s seat. Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle upward. Close the glove box with a firm push. CAUTION: Cupholder(s) A convex mirror can make things (like other...
  • Page 96: Center Console Storage Area

    Sunglasses Storage Compartment Center Console Storage Area The center console has two separate storage areas. The upper compartment is also the armrest. To open the upper compartment, pull up on the left lever and lift the lid. To open the lower compartment, pull up on the right lever and lift the lid.
  • Page 97: Sunroof

    Sunroof To open the sunroof to the vent position, first manually open the sunroof shade and then push the front part of the sunroof switch. To return the sunroof to its original If your vehicle has this feature, the sunroof switch is position, push the rear part of the switch and hold it located on the headliner between the sun visors.
  • Page 98 NOTES 2-36...
  • Page 99: Instrument Panel

    Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Tachometer ..........3-32 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Safety Belt Reminder Light ......3-33 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Safety Belt Reminder Tone ......3-33 Horn .............3-6 Air Bag Readiness Light ........3-33 Tilt Wheel .............3-7 Charging System Light ........3-34 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Brake System Warning Light ......3-35 Windshield Wiper Lever ........3-9...
  • Page 100 Section 3 Instrument Panel Secondary Information Center (SIC) ....3-46 Theft-Deterrent Feature ........3-58 Clock ............3-46 Audio Steering Wheel Controls .......3-59 Door Ajar Light ..........3-47 Radio Reception ...........3-59 Trunk Ajar Light ..........3-47 Care of Your CDs .........3-59 Care of Your CD Player ........3-60 Audio System(s) ..........3-48 Backglass Antenna ........3-60 Radio with CD ..........3-48...
  • Page 101 NOTES...
  • Page 102: Instrument Panel Overview

    Instrument Panel Overview...
  • Page 103 The main components of your instrument panel are G. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel. the following: See “Instrument Panel Brightness” under Interior Lamps on page 3-15. A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-28. H. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 5-11. B.
  • Page 104: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher button is located on the center of the instrument panel. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key is not in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
  • Page 105: Tilt Wheel

    Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Your vehicle has a tilt wheel which allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left...
  • Page 106: Turn And Lane-Change Signals

    Turn and Lane-Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you push the turn signal/multifunction lever away from you. to signal a turn or a lane change.
  • Page 107: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield Wiper Lever INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to this position to choose a delayed wiping cycle. Turn the band on the windshield wiper lever down for a longer delay, or up for a Windshield Wipers shorter delay between wipes. The wiper speed can only be adjusted when the lever is in the INT position.
  • Page 108: Windshield Washer

    Windshield Washer When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. To wash your windshield, pull the windshield wiper/ washer lever toward you with the ignition turned to ON. CAUTION: CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you can not drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use your cruise control on winding roads In freezing weather, do not use your washer or in heavy traffic.
  • Page 109 Setting Cruise Control 1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn cruise control on. An indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will come on to show you that the cruise control is on. See Cruise Control Light on page 3-43. CAUTION: 2.
  • Page 110 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: • Use the accelerator pedal to get to a higher speed. •...
  • Page 111: Exterior Lamps

    Using Cruise Control on Hills Exterior Lamps How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.
  • Page 112: Lamps On Reminder

    Your headlamps only work when your key is turned The DRL system will make your low-beam headlamps to ON. come on at a reduced brightness in daylight when the following conditions are met: (Parking Lamps): Turn the band to this position to •...
  • Page 113: Fog Lamps

    Fog Lamps Interior Lamps If your vehicle has this feature, use your fog lamps for Instrument Panel Brightness better visibility in foggy or misty conditions. This feature controls the brightness of the instrument The button for the fog panel lights. lamps is located on the center of the instrument The thumbwheel for this...
  • Page 114: Trunk Lamp

    Entry Lighting The lamp slowly turns off after the doors are shut. The OFF position will turn off the lamp completely, even when When you open either a front or a rear door, the door a door is opened. step lamps inside your vehicle will turn on. The door step Map Lamps lamps are located on the driver’s and front passenger’s door trims.
  • Page 115: Accessory Power Outlets

    Accessory Power Outlets Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not Your vehicle has an accessory power outlet. With an be covered by your warranty. Check with your accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary dealer before adding electrical equipment.
  • Page 116: Climate Controls

    Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls The front ashtray and cigarette lighter are located at the lower part of the center instrument panel, behind a Climate Control System cover. Press in the cover and it will automatically open. Your vehicle may have a manual climate control system. To remove the front ashtray for cleaning, pull the bin With this system you can control the heating, cooling and out.
  • Page 117 TEMP (Temperature): Turn the middle knob clockwise (Recirculation): This mode keeps outside air from or counterclockwise to manually increase or decrease coming in the vehicle. It can be used to prevent outside the temperature inside your vehicle. Turn the knob to the air and odors from entering your vehicle or to help blue area to get cool air and to the red area to get heat or cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly.
  • Page 118: Defogging And Defrosting

    É Using these settings together for long periods of time (Defog): This mode directs most of the air to the may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too windshield and the floor outlets. A small amount of air is dry.
  • Page 119 Rear Window and Outside Mirror The rear window and outside mirror defogger will turn off about 15 minutes after the button is pressed. Defogger The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. Your vehicle has a rear window and outside mirror defogger.
  • Page 120: Automatic Climate Control System

    Automatic Climate Control System E. Outside temperature display mode indicator F. AUTO mode indicator Your vehicle may have an automatic climate control G. Outside air mode indicator system. With this system you can control the heating, H. Recirculation mode indicator cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.
  • Page 121: Manual Operation

    OFF: Press this button to turn the system off. MODE: Press this button repeatedly to cycle through and choose the mode of air delivery into the vehicle. To set the desired temperature, do the following: The system will stay in the selected mode until MODE is Press the AUTO button.
  • Page 122 Using these settings together for long periods of time may (Recirculation): Press this button to keep cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry. outside air from coming in the vehicle. It can be used To prevent this from happening, after the air in your to prevent outside air and odors from entering your vehicle has cooled, turn the recirculation mode off.
  • Page 123 Sensors There is also a temperature sensor located beside the audio system on the driver’s side of the vehicle. This The solar sensor (A) on your vehicle monitors solar sensor reads the inside air temperature and helps to radiation and uses the information to maintain the establish ventilation system requirements while operating selected temperature by initiating needed adjustments in AUTO mode.
  • Page 124 Defogging and Defrosting (Defrost): Press the defrost button to select the defrost function. Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity or moisture condensing on the cool window glass. This Pressing this button directs the air to the windshield and can be minimized if the climate control system is used the outboard outlets for the side windows.
  • Page 125 Rear Window and Outside Mirror The rear window and outside mirror defogger will turn off about 15 minutes after the button is pressed. Defogger The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine. Your vehicle has a rear window and outside mirror defogger.
  • Page 126: Passenger Compartment Air Filter

    Outlet Adjustment Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system.
  • Page 127 To change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: 1. Raise the hood. 3. Remove the old passenger compartment air filter. 4. Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter and replace the access panel. 2. Unscrew and remove the three clips and the access panel.
  • Page 128: Warning Lights, Gages, And Indicators

    Warning Lights, Gages, and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and Indicators warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that may When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on be on your vehicle.
  • Page 129: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster, which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
  • Page 130: Speedometer And Odometer

    Speedometer and Odometer Press the RESET button until zeros appear to reset each trip odometer. The RESET button resets only the trip odometer that is being displayed. Each trip odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both must be reset individually. miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
  • Page 131: Safety Belt Reminder Light

    Safety Belt Reminder Light Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument The safety belt light will panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks come on and stay on until the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light the driver’s safety belt tells you if there is an electrical problem.
  • Page 132: Charging System Light

    If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the Charging System Light vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle The charging system light serviced right away. will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, and the engine is not...
  • Page 133 Brake System Warning Light If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into floor.
  • Page 134: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

    Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Speed Sensitive Power Steering Light (SSPS) Warning Light If your vehicle has an This warning light will anti-lock brake system, come on briefly when this light will come on when you turn the ignition the ignition is turned to to ON as a check to ON and may stay on show you it is working.
  • Page 135 Traction Control System (TCS) The TCS warning light may also come on for the following reasons: Warning Light • If you turn the system off by pressing the TCS button located below the shift lever, the light will come on If your vehicle has the and stay on.
  • Page 136: Traction Control System Active Light

    Traction Control System Active Hold Mode Light Light If your vehicle has this feature, this light will come If your vehicle has the on when the hold mode Traction Control System is active. (TCS), the TCS active light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned to ON.
  • Page 137: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gage. With the ignition Your vehicle is equipped turned to ON, this with a computer which gage shows the engine monitors operation of the coolant temperature.
  • Page 138: If The Light Is Flashing

    Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this • Light On Steady — An emission control system light on, after a while, your emission controls may malfunction has been detected on your vehicle. not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as Diagnosis and service may be required.
  • Page 139: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. Your dealer has If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any the cap.
  • Page 140: Maintenance Schedule

    Oil Pressure Light • If you are idling at a stop sign, the light may blink on and then off. • If you have a low engine If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for oil pressure problem, a moment.
  • Page 141: Cruise Control Light

    Cruise Control Light Highbeam On Light If your vehicle has this This light comes on feature, this light will whenever the high-beam come on briefly when the headlamps are on. ignition is on. If the light does not come on, then have it fixed so it See “Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer”...
  • Page 142: Fuel Gage

    Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Fuel Gage Light Your fuel gage tells you about how much This light will come on fuel you have left when when the Daytime Running the ignition is on. Lamps (DRL) are on. A flashing DRL light indicates a possible burned out headlamp, or that the vehicle may need service to repair a defective DRL relay.
  • Page 143: Low Fuel Warning Light

    Here are four things that some owners ask about. None Low Fuel Warning Light of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off This light comes on before the gage reads full. when the fuel tank is low on fuel.
  • Page 144: Secondary Information Center (Sic)

    Secondary Information Center (SIC) Your vehicle has a secondary information center (SIC). The SIC displays the digital clock, the door ajar and the trunk ajar lights. The SIC is located on the instrument panel, above the center air outlets. See Instrument Panel Overview on page 3-4. Clock Your vehicle has a digital clock located in the secondary information center (SIC).
  • Page 145: Door Ajar Light

    For example, if the Set button is pressed while the time Trunk Ajar Light is between 8:00 and 8:29, the display is set to 8:00. If this button is pressed while the time is between 8:30 This light will come on and 8:59, the display is set to 9:00.
  • Page 146: Audio System(S)

    Audio System(s) Radio with CD Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio – be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly.
  • Page 147: Setting Preset Stations

    Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your SOUND (Bass/Treble): Press this button until BAS favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six FM1, appears on the display. Then turn the volume knob to six FM2, and six AM), by performing the following steps: increase or to decrease the bass.
  • Page 148: Playing A Cd

    Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs SOUND (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance are loaded in the same manner. between the right and the left speakers, press this button If playing a CD-R the sound quality may be reduced until BAL appears on the display.
  • Page 149: Using An Mp3 Cd

    4 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the Using an MP3 CD tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM MP3 Format will appear on the display. Press this pushbutton again to turn off random play. This MP3 player will accept MP3 files that were recorded on an up to 700 MB CD-R CD.
  • Page 150 Root Directory Order of Play The root directory will be treated as a folder. If the root Tracks will be played in the following order: directory has compressed audio files, the directory • Play will begin from the first track in the first playlist will be displayed as F1 ROOT.
  • Page 151 File System and Naming As each new track starts to play, F001, the track number, and the song name will appear on the display. The song name that will be displayed will be the song If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the name that is contained in the ID3 tag.
  • Page 152 All of the CD functions work the same while playing CD Messages an MP3, except for those listed here. See “Playing a CD” CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display earlier for more information. and the CD comes out, it could be for one of the 5 DN (Down): Press this pushbutton to go to the following reasons: previous directory.
  • Page 153: Trunk-Mounted Cd Changer

    Trunk-Mounted CD Changer Slide the door open, in the direction of the arrow, of the CD changer. With the optional CD changer, you can play up to 6 CDs continuously. Normal size CDs may be played using the trays supplied in the magazine. The small CDs (8 cm) can be played only with specially designed trays.
  • Page 154 To eject the magazine To remove the CD trays, from the player, press the CD tray button press the eject button. of the tray that you want The magazine will to load, and carefully automatically eject. pull the tray out. Remember to keep the door closed whenever possible The CD tray buttons are located on the right side.
  • Page 155 Whenever a CD magazine with CDs is loaded in the 6 UP (Next): Press and hold this pushbutton to select changer and the door is closed, the CD symbol will the next CD in the magazine. appear on the radio display. If the CD changer is 2 RPT (Repeat): Press this pushbutton to repeat the checking the magazine for CDs, the CD symbol will flash current track RPT will appear on the display.
  • Page 156: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    CD Messages To enter the security code do the following: 1. Turn the ignition to ACC or ON. No Maga: An empty magazine is inserted in the CD 2. Turn the radio on. AF or COdE will flash on the changer.
  • Page 157: Care Of Your Cds

    Audio Steering Wheel Controls Radio Reception If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause (Volume): stations to interfere with each other.
  • Page 158: Backglass Antenna

    Care of Your CD Player Notice: Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic film. The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not radio reception.
  • Page 159: Driving Your Vehicle

    Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-20 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-21 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Highway Hypnosis ........4-22 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-22 Braking ............4-6 Winter Driving ..........4-24 Traction Control System (TCS) ......4-8...
  • Page 160: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle

    Your Driving, the Road, and Ask a passenger to help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself. These Your Vehicle simple defensive driving techniques could save your life. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive Death and injury associated with drinking and driving...
  • Page 161 Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
  • Page 162 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision have a lower relative percentage of body water increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this 0.05 percent or above.
  • Page 163: Control Of A Vehicle

    Control of a Vehicle CAUTION: You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. at the places where the tires meet the road.
  • Page 164: Braking

    Braking with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. If your engine ever stops while you are driving, brake normally but do not pump your brakes.
  • Page 165 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. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
  • Page 166: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you Traction Control System (TCS) need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to Your vehicle may have a Traction Control System (TCS) the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply that limits wheel spin.
  • Page 167 If your vehicle is in cruise control when the enhanced When this warning light is on, the system will not limit traction system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. control will automatically disengage. When road To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may you should always leave the Traction Control System on.
  • Page 168: Steering

    Steering Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems — steering and acceleration — have to do their Power Steering work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. If you lose power steering assist because the engine You can lose control.
  • Page 169: 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 170: Off-Road Recovery

    Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
  • Page 171 • • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and while you are 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 172: Loss Of Control

    Loss of Control Remember: Any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If your TCS system is off, then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your Let us review what driving experts say about what foot off the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 173: Driving At Night

    Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you can not see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
  • Page 174: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads

    You can be temporarily blinded by approaching Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
  • Page 175 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your Driving too fast through large water puddles or even windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain going through some car washes can cause problems, can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, too.
  • Page 176: Driving Through Flowing Water

    Hydroplaning Driving Through Flowing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on CAUTION: the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
  • Page 177: 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 178: 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 too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
  • Page 179: Before Leaving On A Long Trip

    Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it you allow a reasonable following distance. serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it needs service, have it done before starting out. Of course, you Expect to move slightly slower at night.
  • Page 180: 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 181 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system ignition off is dangerous.
  • Page 182: Winter Driving

    Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a Here are some tips for winter driving: couple of reflective warning triangles.
  • Page 183: Driving On Snow Or Ice

    Driving on Snow or Ice What is the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have good traction.
  • Page 184: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard

    Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability If You Are Caught in a Blizzard when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement.
  • Page 185 • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body CAUTION: insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.
  • Page 186: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow

    Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again CAUTION: 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 187: Towing

    Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out Recreational Vehicle Towing First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back behind another vehicle, such as behind a motorhome. and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, The two most common types of recreational vehicle spinning the wheels as little as possible.
  • Page 188: Dinghy Towing

    Dinghy Towing Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground could cause transaxle Notice: If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels damage. Do not tow the vehicle from the rear on the ground, the drivetrain components could with the front wheels on the road.
  • Page 189: Loading Your Vehicle

    Loading Your Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the Maximum Load weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label.
  • Page 190 There is also important loading information on the Certification label. It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle; see “Certification Label” later in this section. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1.
  • Page 191 Example 2 Example 3 Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total Item Description Total Vehicle Maximum Vehicle Maximum 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) Load for Example 2 = Load for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Subtract Occupant Weight 750 lbs (340 kg)
  • Page 192 Certification Label And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Do not carry more than 141 lbs (64 kg) in your trunk. CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR.
  • Page 193: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a Trailer CAUTION: Do not use your vehicle to tow a trailer. The vehicle is not designed or intended for such a use. Towing a trailer can adversely affect handling, durability and fuel Things you put inside your vehicle can strike economy.
  • Page 194 NOTES 4-36...
  • Page 195: Service And Appearance Care

    Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Battery ............5-35 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-4 Jump Starting ..........5-36 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Headlamp Aiming ...........5-40 Your Vehicle ..........5-5 Bulb Replacement ..........5-41 Fuel ..............5-5 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-41 Gasoline Octane ..........5-5 Headlamps ..........5-41 Gasoline Specifications ........5-5 Front Turn Signal Lamps .......5-43...
  • Page 196 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Appearance Care ..........5-68 Electrical System ..........5-78 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-69 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-78 Care of Safety Belts ........5-72 Headlamp Wiring ..........5-78 Weatherstrips ..........5-72 Windshield Wiper Fuses ........5-78 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....5-72 Power Windows and Other Power Options ..5-78 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-74 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-79...
  • Page 197: Service

    Service California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to emit chemicals known to the State of California to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive for all your service needs.
  • Page 198: Doing Your Own Service Work

    Doing Your Own Service Work CAUTION: If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than You can be injured and your vehicle could be this manual can.
  • Page 199: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle

    Adding Equipment to the Outside of Gasoline Specifications Your Vehicle It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can around the world and contained in the World-Wide affect the airflow around it.
  • Page 200: California Fuel

    California Fuel General Motors recommends that you buy gasolines that are advertised to help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean. If your vehicle experiences problems due to If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of gasoline. Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and...
  • Page 201: Fuels In Foreign Countries

    Fuels in Foreign Countries CAUTION: (Continued) If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel refueling your vehicle —...
  • Page 202 CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.
  • Page 203 When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. sure you fully install the cap.
  • Page 204: Filling A Portable Fuel Container

    Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from An electric fan under the hood can start up the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. and injure you even when the engine is not You can be badly burned and your vehicle running.
  • Page 205: Hood Release

    Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release lever 3.
  • Page 206: Engine Compartment Overview

    Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you will see the following: 5-12...
  • Page 207: Engine Oil

    A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on Engine Oil page 5-24. B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering If the oil pressure light Fluid on page 5-30. appears on the instrument cluster, it means you C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Windshield need to check your engine Washer Fluid on page 5-31.
  • Page 208: Checking Engine Oil

    Checking Engine Oil This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you and Specifications on page 5-85. get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil Notice: Do not add too much oil.
  • Page 209 • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not available, you may use SAE 10W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
  • Page 210: Maintenance Schedule

    Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meeting When to Change Engine Oil GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines maintenance schedule: starburst symbol.
  • Page 211: What To Do With Used Oil

    What to Do with Used Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
  • Page 212: How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter CAUTION: Inspect the engine air cleaner/filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the off can cause you or others to be burned.
  • Page 213: Automatic Transaxle Fluid

    Automatic Transaxle Fluid Engine Coolant It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. The following explains your cooling system and how If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to the dealership to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with service department and have it repaired as soon as engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on possible.
  • Page 214: Checking Coolant

    For protection in extremely cold weather conditions, Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, use a 40/60 mixture of clean, drinkable water and proper your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. coolant. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty.
  • Page 215: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap

    CAUTION: CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine and radiator are hot can allow steam engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you and it will burn if the engine parts are hot badly.
  • Page 216: Engine Overheating

    Engine Overheating CAUTION: You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-39. Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
  • Page 217: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

    If No Steam Is Coming From Your If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. Engine If the warning does not come back on, you can drive normally.
  • Page 218: Cooling System

    Cooling System CAUTION: When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will 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 219 The coolant level should be between the MIN (B) CAUTION: and MAX (A) marks on the coolant surge tank when the engine is cool. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned.
  • Page 220: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank

    How to Add Coolant to the Coolant If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: Surge Tank Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill CAUTION: procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged.
  • Page 221 CAUTION: (Continued) Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned.
  • Page 222 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about two or two and one-half turns.
  • Page 223 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, 5. Then replace the start the engine and let it run until you can feel pressure cap. the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out Be sure the pressure for the engine cooling fan. cap is hand-tight and fully seated.
  • Page 224: Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid The level should be between the MIN (B) and MAX (A) marks. When to Check Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location.
  • Page 225: Windshield Washer Fluid

    Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you Water can cause the solution to freeze and will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that...
  • Page 226: Brakes

    Brakes CAUTION: Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is located near the If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on back of the engine compartment on the driver’s side the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is of the vehicle.
  • Page 227: Brake Wear

    Always clean the brake/clutch fluid reservoir cap and the Brake Wear area around the cap before removing it. This will help Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake CAUTION: pads are worn and new pads are needed.
  • Page 228: Brake Adjustment

    Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake Brake Adjustment squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Every time you apply your brakes, with or without the applied. This does not mean something is wrong with vehicle moving, your brakes adjust for wear. your brakes.
  • Page 229: Battery

    Battery CAUTION: Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original Batteries have acid that can burn you and battery’s label. See Engine Compartment Overview gas that can explode.
  • Page 230: Jump Starting

    Jump Starting Notice: If the other vehicle’s system is not a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can If your battery has run down, you may want to use be damaged. Only use vehicles with 12-volt systems another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle.
  • Page 231 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations on CAUTION: each vehicle. Your vehicle’s positive (+) terminal is located under a red tethered cap on the battery. The negative (−) terminal is located under a Using a match near a battery can cause battery black tethered cap on the battery.
  • Page 232 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote CAUTION: positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other Fans or other moving engine parts can injure end touch metal.
  • Page 233 8. Now connect the black 9. Connect the other negative (−) cable end of the negative (−) to the negative (−) cable at least terminal of the good 18 inches (45 cm) battery. Use a remote away from the dead negative (−) terminal battery, but not near if the vehicle has one.
  • Page 234: Headlamp Aiming

    3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. 5. Return the positive (+) terminal and negative (−) terminal caps to their original positions. Headlamp Aiming If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected.
  • Page 235: Bulb Replacement

    Bulb Replacement Headlamps For any bulb changing procedures not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package.
  • Page 236 7. Remove the old bulb. • To remove the high-beam headlamp bulb, release the spring that retains the bulb. • To remove the low-beam headlamp bulb, turn the bulb counterclockwise. 8. Install the new bulb. • To replace the high-beam headlamp bulb, install the bulb retaining spring.
  • Page 237: Front Turn Signal Lamps

    Front Turn Signal Lamps 5. Turn the front turn signal bulb socket counterclockwise. Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the lamp A. Front Turn Signal Lamp housing. 6. Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise 1. Open the hood. to remove it from the bulb socket.
  • Page 238: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)

    Center High-Mounted Stoplamp 2. Pry off the lamp housing with a flat tool. 3. Remove the bulb socket. (CHMSL) 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the 1. From inside the vehicle, locate the center bulb socket. high-mounted stoplamp (CHMSL) housing on the 5.
  • Page 239: Parking Lamps

    Parking Lamps 1. Reach in the underside of the front bumper and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise. 2. Pull the bulb socket out of the front bumper. 3. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Install the new bulb. 5.
  • Page 240: Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps And Back-Up Lamps

    Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps 1. Open the trunk. 2. Open the trim cover. and Back-up Lamps 3. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise. 5.
  • Page 241: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

    Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” under Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-18 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
  • Page 242: Tires

    Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions • Underinflated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, as overloaded tires. The resulting accident see your GM Warranty booklet for details.
  • Page 243 (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Department of Transportation (DOT): The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
  • Page 244: Tire Size

    Tire Size (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter The following illustration shows an example of a typical “R” means radial ply construction; the letter “D” means passenger car tire size.
  • Page 245 Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31. from steel or other reinforcing materials. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle, Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires that hold the see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31.
  • Page 246 Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact tire that has a particular side that faces outward when with the road. mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that contains Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, called “wear bars,”...
  • Page 247: How To Check

    Inflation - Tire Pressure When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. The tire and loading information label, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. Also, check the pressure of the spare tire. “Cold”...
  • Page 248: Tire Inspection And Rotation

    Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 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. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-55 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-59 for more information.
  • Page 249: When It Is Time For New Tires

    After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and When It Is Time for New Tires rear inflation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are One way to tell when it’s properly tightened.
  • Page 250: Buying New Tires

    Buying New Tires CAUTION: (Continued) To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire and Loading Information label. For an example Your vehicle may be equipped with a different of this label and its location on your vehicle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31.
  • Page 251: 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 252: 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 carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested and best overall performance.
  • Page 253: Wheel Replacement

    Wheel Replacement CAUTION: Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).
  • Page 254: Tire Chains

    Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains CAUTION: that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is with the ends securely fastened.
  • Page 255: If A Tire Goes Flat

    If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” 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. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
  • Page 256: Changing A Flat Tire

    Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart hazard warning flashers. while the vehicle is raised. 4.
  • Page 257: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools

    The following steps will tell you how to use the jack 1. Lift and remove the trim cover. and change a tire. 2. Turn the retainer Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on the spare tire counterclockwise The spare tire and tools you will need are located in and remove the the trunk.
  • Page 258: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire

    Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has wheel covers, use the jack handle to begin loosening the wheel covers. Using the flat end of the jack handle or the screwdriver, pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off. 3.
  • Page 259 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly 4.
  • Page 260 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, CAUTION: mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident.
  • Page 261: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools

    Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION: CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the and even come off. This could lead to an passenger compartment of the vehicle could accident.
  • Page 262: Spare Tire

    Storing the Spare Tire and Tools After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is correctly inflated. Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and CAUTION: installed back onto your vehicle.
  • Page 263: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle

    Never use these to clean your vehicle: Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle • Gasoline Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and • Benzene loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. •...
  • Page 264: Using Cleaner On Fabric

    Using Cleaner on Fabric 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a water and baking soda solution: 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) loose dirt.
  • Page 265: Cleaning Leather

    Cleaning Leather Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the let the leather dry naturally.
  • Page 266: Care Of Safety Belts

    Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle CAUTION: The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
  • Page 267: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses

    Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.
  • Page 268: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels

    Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Sheet Metal Damage Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel.
  • Page 269: Underbody Maintenance

    Underbody Maintenance Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing control can collect on the underbody. If these are not the following products. removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion...
  • Page 270 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) (cont’d) Description Usage Description Usage Removes dust, Quickly and easily fingerprints, and surface removes spots and stains Finish Enhancer Spot Lifter contaminants. Spray on from carpets, vinyl and wipe off. cloth upholstery. Removes swirl marks, Odorless spray odor fine scratches and other eliminator used on...
  • Page 271: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
  • Page 272: Electrical System

    Electrical System Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal Add-On Electrical Equipment circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle problem and not snow, etc., be sure to get it fixed.
  • Page 273: Fuses And Circuit Breakers

    Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
  • Page 274 Fuses Usage BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used Engine Main Relay, Fuel Pump Relay, Engine Control Module (ECM) BCK/UP Back-Up Lamp Switch, Cruise CRUISE Control Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM), A/D Converter Automatic Temperature Control, AUTO A/C A/C Compressor Relay, Body Control Module (BCM) HVAC...
  • Page 275: Engine Compartment Fuse Block

    Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuses Usage Body Control Module (BCM), Antilock Brake System (ABS) Instrument Panel Cluster, Automatic CLSTR Temperature Control, Daytime AUTO A/C Running Lamps (DRL) Cigarette Lighter, Glove Box Lamp RADIO Radio Clock, Dome Lamp, Key Interlock Unit WSWA Windshield Washer Wiper...
  • Page 276 5-82...
  • Page 277 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage BLANK Not Used I/P FUSE BATT Instrument Panel Fuse Box LOW BEAM RT Right Side Headlamp Low Beam ILLUM RT Illumination, Right Parking Lamp LOW BEAM LT Left Side Headlamp Low Beam ILLUM LT Left Parking Lamp INT LTS Interior Lamp HVAC BLWR...
  • Page 278 Fuses Usage Relays Usage Electronic Brake Control COOL FAN HI Electric Cooling Fan High Speed Module (EBCM) A/C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor PWR/SEAT Front Power Seat HEAD LAMP Headlamp S/ROOF Sunroof COOL FAN Electric Cooling Fan Control Engine Control Module (ECM), CNTRL ECM 1 Transmission Control Module (TCM),...
  • Page 279: Capacities And Specifications

    Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-24 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1.6 lbs 0.73 kg Brake Fluid 0.5 quarts 0.5 L...
  • Page 280 NOTES 5-86...
  • Page 281 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 At Least Twice a Year ........6-19 Introduction ...........6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-19 Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ..6-22 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle How This Section is Organized ......6-3 Boot and Seal Inspection ......6-22 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4...
  • Page 282: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and Introduction recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and working condition. Any damage caused by failure change as recommended.
  • Page 283: How This Section Is Organized

    How This Section is Organized If you want to get the service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-12. This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”...
  • Page 284: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

    Part A: Scheduled Maintenance This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them. Services When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service In this part are scheduled maintenance services which people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
  • Page 285: Selecting The Right Schedule

    Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Intervals First you will need to decide which of the two schedules Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter is right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide which Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). schedule to follow: Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation.
  • Page 286: Long Trip/Highway Definition

    Long Trip/Highway Definition These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of on the following pages. the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the Short Trip/City Scheduled vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area Maintenance...
  • Page 287 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air filter.
  • Page 288 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-54 for proper rotation pattern and additional Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, information. (See footnote +.) whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs.
  • Page 289 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17 for more information. An Emission Control Service. Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, (See footnote †.) whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect drive belts. Rotate tires.
  • Page 290 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, (See footnote †.) whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Inspect drive belts. 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system.
  • Page 291 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires.
  • Page 292 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air filter.
  • Page 293: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance

    Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-54 for proper rotation pattern and additional Maintenance information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of whichever occurs first).
  • Page 294 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Inspect PCV system. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, Change brake fluid (or every 24 months, whichever whichever occurs first). An Emission Control occurs first). Service.
  • Page 295 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the may require replacement more often. vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of Replace engine air cleaner filter.
  • Page 296 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
  • Page 297 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, (See footnote †.) whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Inspect drive belts. Service.
  • Page 298: Engine Oil Level Check

    Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield Listed in this part are owner checks and services washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. which should be performed at the intervals specified See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-31 for further to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission details.
  • Page 299: At Least Twice A Year

    At Least Twice a Year Automatic Transaxle Inspection It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. Restraint System Check A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Check for leaks. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible.
  • Page 300: Starter Switch Check

    Starter Switch Check Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle When you are doing this inspection, the moves, you or others could be injured. vehicle could move suddenly.
  • Page 301: Ignition Transaxle Lock Check

    Ignition Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. •...
  • Page 302: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

    Part C: Periodic Maintenance Exhaust System Inspection 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-of-position parts as well as open seams, should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, holes, loose connections or other conditions which each spring and fall).
  • Page 303: Engine Cooling System Inspection

    Engine Cooling System Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the chafing, etc.
  • Page 304: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    Part D: Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants ® Power Steering DEXRON -III Automatic System Transmission Fluid. Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part Automatic Automatic Transaxle Fluid ESSO LT number or specification may be obtained from your Transaxle 71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235.
  • Page 305: Part E: Maintenance Record

    Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date...
  • Page 306 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-26...
  • Page 307 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-27...
  • Page 308 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-28...
  • Page 309: Customer Assistance And Information

    Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ....7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-11 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-11 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Government ..........7-11 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
  • Page 310: Customer Assistance And Information

    Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to top left of the instrument panel and visible through your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns the windshield.) with the sales transaction or the operation of your •...
  • Page 311: Online Owner Center

    The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program Online Owner Center administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 312: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free Fax Number: 313-381-0022 number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes From U.S. Virgin Islands: to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to 1-800-496-9994 Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. Fax Number: 313-381-0022...
  • Page 313: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With

    Canada – Customer Assistance GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive This program, available to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 qualified applicants, can 1-800-263-3777 (English) reimburse you up to $1,000 1-800-263-7854 (French) toward eligible aftermarket 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs))
  • Page 314: Roadside Assistance Program

    Delivery of the replacement 1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872) key will be covered within 10 miles. As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you • Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling Assistance program.
  • Page 315: Canadian Roadside Assistance

    Description of the problem Courtesy Transportation While we hope you never have the occasion to use Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its our service, it is added security while traveling for offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership you and your family.
  • Page 316: Plan Ahead When Possible

    Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
  • Page 317: Additional Program Information

    Courtesy Rental Vehicle Additional Program Information Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy Courtesy Transportation is available during the rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 318: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders

    Vehicle Data Collection and Event To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. Data Recorders GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a •...
  • Page 319: Reporting Safety Defects

    Reporting Safety Defects To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to: Reporting Safety Defects to the NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590 United States Government You can also obtain other information about motor If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which...
  • Page 320: Detroit, Mi

    Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair Chevrolet Motor Division information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. P.O. Box 33170 RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Detroit, MI 48232-5170...
  • Page 321: Service Bulletins

    Service Bulletins Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Bulletins give technical service information Service Publications are available for current and needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
  • Page 322 NOTES 7-14...
  • Page 323 Appearance Care (cont.) Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-69 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-17 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....5-72 Adaptive Shift Logic ........2-24 Finish Damage ..........5-74 Adding Washer Fluid ........5-31 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-74 Additional Program Information ......
  • Page 324 Bulb Replacement (cont.) Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Backglass Antenna .......... 3-60 Back-up Lamps ........5-46 Battery ............5-35 Buying New Tires ........... 5-56 Battery Replacement ......... 2-6 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......4-21 Body Lubrication Service ........6-19 Brake Parking ............
  • Page 325 Check Cleaning Engine Light ..........3-39 Inside of Your Vehicle ........5-69 Check Engine Light ......... 3-39 Outside of Your Vehicle ........ 5-72 Checking Coolant ..........5-20 Underbody Maintenance ....... 5-75 Checking Engine Oil ........5-14 Weatherstrips ..........5-72 Checking Things Under the Hood ...... 5-10 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels ......
  • Page 326 Coolant (cont.) Cooling System ..........5-24 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ......3-14 Cruise Control ..........3-10 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light ..... 3-44 Cruise Control Light ........3-43 Defensive Driving ..........4-2 Cupholder(s) ..........2-33 Defogging and Defrosting ......3-20, 3-26 Current and Past Model Order Forms ....
  • Page 327 Driving Emissions Inspection and Maintenance At Night ............. 4-15 Programs ........... 3-41 City ............4-19 Engine Defensive ............. 4-2 Air Cleaner/Filter ......... 5-17 Drunken ............4-2 Battery ............5-35 Freeway ............. 4-20 Check and Service Engine Soon Light .... 3-39 Hill and Mountain Roads ......
  • Page 328 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-79 Filter Windshield Wiper ......... 5-78 Engine Air Cleaner ........5-17 Finding a Station ..........3-48 Finish Care ............ 5-73 Finish Damage ..........5-74 Flash-to-Pass Feature ........3-8 Gage Flat Tire ............5-61 Engine Coolant Temperature ......3-39 Flat Tire, Changing .........
  • Page 329 Headlamps ............ 5-41 Bulb Replacement ........5-41 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ..5-23 Front Turn Signal Lamps ......5-43 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ....5-22 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-41 If the Light Is Flashing ........3-40 Heated Seats ...........
  • Page 330 Light (cont.) Charging System ......... 3-34 Jump Starting ..........5-36 Cruise Control ..........3-43 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator ....3-44 Door Ajar ........... 3-47 Highbeam On ..........3-43 Hold Mode ..........3-38 Key Lock Cylinders Service ......6-19 Low Fuel Warning ........3-45 Keyless Entry System ........
  • Page 331 Long Trip/Highway Definition ......6-6 Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Long Trip/Highway Intervals ....... 6-6 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ..6-13 Lubricants ..........6-24 Loss of Control ..........4-14 Part E - Maintenance Record ......6-25 Low Fuel Warning Light ........
  • Page 332 New Vehicle Break-In ........2-18 Park (P) Shifting Into ..........2-27 Shifting Out of ..........2-28 Parking Brake ............2-26 Odometer ............3-32 Over Things That Burn ......... 2-29 Odometer, Trip ..........3-32 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Off-Road Recovery .......... 4-12 Park (P) Mechanism Check ......
  • Page 333 Power (cont.) Rear Window and Outside Mirror Seat ............1-3 Defogger ..........3-21, 3-27 Steering Fluid ..........5-30 Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming ....2-31 Windows ............ 2-14 Rearview Mirrors ..........2-31 Power Steering ..........4-10 Reclining Seatbacks .......... 1-6 Pretensioners, Safety Belt ........ 1-27 Recreational Vehicle Towing ......
  • Page 334 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ..1-24 Seats Roadside Driver Seat Height Adjuster ......1-3 Assistance Program ........7-6 Head Restraints ..........1-8 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ....4-29 Heated Seats ..........1-5 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ..2-30 Manual ............
  • Page 335 Service (cont.) Starter Switch Check ........6-20 Engine Soon Light ........3-39 Starting Your Engine ........2-20 Publications Ordering Information ....7-12 Steering ............4-10 Service Bulletins ..........7-13 Steering in Emergencies ........4-11 Service Manuals ..........7-12 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Setting Preset Stations ........
  • Page 336 Tires (cont.) Wheel Replacement ........5-59 Tachometer ............ 3-32 When It Is Time for New Tires ...... 5-55 Taillamps To Use the Engine Coolant Heater ....2-21 Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ..5-46 Top Strap ............1-37 TCS Active Light ..........3-38 Top Strap Anchor Location .......
  • Page 337 Underbody Flushing Service ......6-21 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ....3-30 Understanding Radio Reception ......3-59 Warnings Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......5-57 Hazard Warning Flashers ....... 3-6 United States – Customer Assistance ....7-4 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Used Replacement Wheels ......
  • Page 338 Windshield Washer ......... 3-10 Windshield Wipers ..........3-9 Fluid ............5-31 Winter Driving ..........4-24 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check ....6-18 Wiper Blade Check ......... 6-19 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ........5-47 Fuses ............5-78 Windshield Wiper Lever ........3-9 Your Vehicle and the Environment .......

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