Starting The Engine - Chevrolet Spark Owner's Manual

STARTING THE ENGINE

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
• Make sure the area around vehicle is
clear.
• Make sure all windows and lights are
clear.
• Inspect tyres for condition, proper in-
flation pressure and foreign objects.
• Adjust seat positions and head re-
straints.
• Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
• Fasten safety belt and ask all passen-
gers to do the same.
• Check the operation of warning lights
and indicators in the instrument panel
when the key is turned to ON position.
• Periodically, such as when refueling,
check maintenance items noted in this
manual.
CAUTION
• Do not operate starter motor for
more than 15 seconds at a time.
• If the engine does not start, wait 10
seconds before trying again.
This will prevent starter motor damage.
CAUTION
• Do not idle the engine at high rpm
for more than 3 minutes.
Excessive temperature can damage the
exhaust system/catalytic converter.
NOTE
If the engine has become flooded dur-
ing starting, slowly press the accelera-
tor pedal all the way down, hold it in
that position, and start the engine.
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–9
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
1. Make sure the driver and passengers
are wearing their safety belts properly.
2. Apply parking brake if it is not en-
gaged.
3. Make sure the seats, head restraints,
and mirrors are in their proper positions
and adjust them if it is required.
4. Make sure the gearshift lever is in
NEUTRAL position and press the
clutch pedal all the way down.
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