Clutch Pedal; Catalytic Converter - Chevrolet Spark Owner's Manual

CLUTCH PEDAL

CHECKING CLUTCH PEDAL FREE PLAY
Clutch pedal free play must be: 0 mm
To check the clutch pedal free play, do the
following:
1. Turn engine off.
2. Press clutch pedal by hand measuring
distance the pedal moves until you feel
resistance.
3. If free play differs from that specified
above, have your CHEVROLET retailer,
adjust the clutch pedal or linkage.

CATALYTIC CONVERTER

Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter.
• Do not use leaded fuel in this vehicle.
On vehicles with a catalytic converter, the
fuel tank has a narrow filler neck which
makes it impossible to insert a nozzle for
leaded fuel.
The catalytic converter can be damaged
by imperfect combustion if you keep
starting the engine with the accelera-
tor pedal pressed when having diffi-
culty in starting the engine.
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• Do not drive your vehicle if the en-
Operating your vehicle under these
conditions can cause serious damage
to the catalytic converter and other
parts of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Consult your CHEVROLET retailer as soon
as possible if any of the following occur:
• Engine misfires.
• Engine runs rough following a cold
• Engine loses power.
• Vehicle exhibits unusual operating con-
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gine is running roughly or lacks
power. These symptoms can point to
serious mechanical problems.
start.
ditions which may indicate a fault in the
ignition system.