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Chevrolet 1996 Camaro Owner's Manual

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Page 1 G E N U I N E C H E V R O L E g - 5...
Page 2 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-8.
Page 3: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
“General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your Chevrolet, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it.
Page 4 “Classic Six, which entered production in ” That year 2999 vehicles were produced. The dynamic Willium Durunt shijted gears from muking carriages to muking curs, . : : . forming half the team thut gave birth to Chevrolet. “Billy”...
Page 5 In I932 Chevrolet introduced the Synchro-Mesh The legacy America 5. favorite sportscar begun in 1953, when 319 hand-assembled white Corvettes launched the first use fiberglass body in a production cax _ _ - - - - - - - - - - I...
Page 6 Chevrolet an enjoyable and rewarding experience. J i m Perkins, General Manager 60 S automotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks like the Corvette Sting Ray, the sporty Camuro, and powerplants like the legendary 327 V8. The 1951 Chevy started a romance with the American...
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 8: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 9 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols are important these symbols are used on an for you and original battery: your passengers whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK PROTECT...
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Page 12: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Chevrolet and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts.
Page 13 Move the lever under passenger's front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place. Be sure the lever returns to its original position after moving the seat.
Page 14: Reclining Front Seatbacks
6-Way Power Seat (Option) The driver's seat has three controls on the left side. The front control makes the front of the seat go up and down. The back control makes the back of the seat go up and down. The center control makes the whole seat go up and down or forward and backward.
Page 15: Head Restraints
But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. d ! ! , CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this.
Page 16 Front Seatback Latches The front seatbacks fold forward to let people get into the back seat. To fold a seatback forward, push the seatback toward the rear as you lift the latch located on the lower backside of the seatback. Then the seatback will fold forward. When you return the seatback to its original position, make sure the seatback is locked.
Page 17: Folding Rear Seatback
Folding Rear Seatback The rear seatback in your Camaro folds down to provide more storage space. To fold the seatback down: 1. Pull forward on both levers. 2. Fold the seatback down. To raise the seatback: 1. Pull it up to the locked, upright position. 2.
Page 18: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR), or air bag system. Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 19: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as goes. Put someone on Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it's just a seat on wheels.
Page 20 speed. stop the vehicle. Then doesn’t stop. person Thcb keeps going until The rider !-ea1 vehicle, it could be the windshield stopped by something.
Page 21 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.
Page 22 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not: But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 23: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
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 Chevrolet, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection.
Page 24 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. plate and keep pulling until you can buckle the belt. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Page 25 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 26 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 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.
Page 27 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-16 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 28 &.’ What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 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.
Page 29 &.’ What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width 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 30: Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Sir) System
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system or air bag system. Your Chevrolet has two air bags -- one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. 1-19...
Page 31 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt have an bag. Wearing yourmfety belt during a of hitting crash helps reduce your chance inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
Page 32: How The Air Bag System Works
There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information.
Page 33 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-22 CAUTION: Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel or instrument panel. Also, don’t put anything (such as pets or objects) between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel.
Page 34 When should an air bag inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 15 mph 14 to 24 km/h).
Page 35 What will you see after an air bag inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates. This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, or the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag, will be hot for a short time.
Page 36 Do not open or break the air bag covers. Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet Air bags affect how your Chevrolet should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle.
Page 37: 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. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
Page 38 Rear S c Jers L S S ~ I It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 39 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. If the belt is not long enough, see "Safety Belt Extender"...
Page 40 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 41 To unlatch belt, just push the button on the buckle. 1-30 'Idren Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 42 Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-1b. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb.
Page 43: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Page 44: Top Strap
If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Chevrolet dealer to put want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.
Page 45: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2.
Page 46 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the you push down on the child restraint. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6.
Page 47: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: CATJTTON: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates.
Page 48 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or safety belt quickly you ever had to.
Page 49: Larger Children
6. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Page 50 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
Page 51 1-40 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in 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. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 52: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
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Page 56: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 57 These tags may be removed by your dealer or even before the vehicle is delivered to your dealer. If you need a new ignition key, go to your Chevrolet dealer, who can obtain the correct key code. In an emergency, call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance at 1 -800-CHEV-USA.
Page 58 Toor Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 59 From the inside to lock the door, move the lock control on the door backward. To unlock the door, move the lock control on the door forward. Power Door Locks (Option) Push the power door lock switch to lock or unlock both doors at once.
Page 60: Leaving Your Vehicle
Then get out and close the door. Remote Lock Control (Option) If your Chevrolet has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
Page 61 Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product has a maximum range. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. See your Chevrolet dealer or qualified technician for service. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 62: Operation
Operation The driver’s door will unlock automatically when UNLOCK is pressed. If UNLOCK is pressed again within five seconds, the passenger door will also unlock. All doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. The hatch will unlock when the button with the trunk symbol is pressed, as long as the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Page 63 When you have finished matching all of your transmitters, replace the RADIO fuse. Check that all transmitters work by pressing their buttons. If the transmitters don’t work, or if you’d rather not match the transmitters yourself, See your Chevrolet dealer. the left side of your...
Page 64: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your Remote Lock Control transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.
Page 65: Hatch Release
It can be dangerous to drive with the hatch open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the hatch open or electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the and the hatch:...
Page 66 Remote Hatch Release (Option) Press the switch in your glove box to unlock the hatch from inside your vehicle. If you have an automatic transmission, your shift lever must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to use the switch. If you have a manual transmission and the ignition switch is in RUN, you must set the parking brake before you can use the switch.
Page 67: Key I N The Ignition
If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves don’t do it. When you park your Chevrolet and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you.
Page 68: Shock Sensor
Vehicle and Content Theft-DeterrenUAlr m System (Option) If your vehicle has this option, it has a theft-deterrent alarm system. Once armed, the system will sound the horn and flash the parlung lamps if the vehicle is broken into. Shock Sensor Coupe Convertible The shock sensor is what triggers the alarm when it...
Page 69: Disarming The System
Arming the System The alarm system can be armed to detect break-ins by locking your vehicle using the Remote Lock Control transmitter or by locking the doors with the power door lock switch. Passive arming is also available, if you would like the system to arm all by itself after the doors have been closed for a short time.
Page 70: Turning Off The Alarm
that there may have been a blow to the doors or the hatch areas. 2. Turn the ignition to the RUN position with the proper key. more information on customizing the features mentioned here, see “Feature Customization” in the Index. Turning Off the Alarm If you started the alarm by pressing the panic button on the Remote Lock Control transmitter, you must either...
Page 71 Index). If the starter won’t work with the .other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the first ignition key may be faulty. See your Chevrolet dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS-Key If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet, the starter won’t work and the...
Page 72 Feature Customization (Option) Your Chevrolet’s locks and lighting systems can be programmed with several different features. The features you can program depend upon the options that came with your vehicle. The following list tells features that can be programmed. Listed next to each feature is the option you need to have on your vehicle in order to be able to program that particular feature.
Page 73 Exit Lighting and Delayed Illumination comes Your vehicle with this feature set in Mode 4. This means that your interior lamps will go on when the key is removed from the ignition switch and stay on for 25 seconds after closing the doors to help in exiting the vehicle.
Page 74 Remote Lock Control Verification Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 5. This means that when you use the Remote Lock Control transmitter to locldunlock your vehicle, your parking lamps will flash briefly upon the first push on LOCK. Your horn will sound briefly, your parking lamps will flash briefly upon the second push on LOCK and your parking lamps will flash briefly upon any push on UNLOCK.
Page 75 Theft-Deterrent Arming Method Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 3. This means that both your Remote Lock Control transmitter and the power door lock switch will actively arm the system. To change the factory setting, do the following: 1.
Page 76: Leaving Programming Mode
Mode 3: Horn and LampdLamps (If you use the transmitter to a r m the system, your parking lamps will flash and your horn will chirp twice to verify that the system is armed. If use either the power door lock switch or passive arming, only your lamps will flash for verification).
Page 77: Ignition Positions
New Vehicle “Break-In” NOTICE: Your modern Chevrolet doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: mph (88 km/h) or Keep your speed at less for the first 500 miles (804 km).
Page 78: Key Release Button
If you have an automatic transmission, the ignition switch can’t be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in the PARK (P) position. OFF (C): Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and automatic transmission, but does not send electrical power to any accessories. Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed.
Page 79: Starting Your Engine
Your engine won’t start in any other position safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your Chevrolet is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped.
Page 80 Starting Your 3.8 Liter Engine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner.
Page 81 Starting Your 5.7 Liter LTl -ngine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn the START. ignition key to When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will‘cause your battery to be drained much sooner.
Page 82: Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Chevrolet dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
Page 83: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation There several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. 2-28 CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 84 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in the RUN position.
Page 85 NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down.
Page 86: Manual Transmission
FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in FIRST (l), the transmission won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Page 87 SECOND (2): Press clutch pedal to the floor as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) AND FIFTH (5): Shift into and FIFTH ( 5 ) the same way THIRD (3), FOURTH you do for SECOND (2).
Page 88 SECOND (2): Press the clutch peaar as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND ( 2 ) . Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) AND (6): SIXTH Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4),...
Page 89 Skip Shift Light (5.7L LT1 Engine) When this light comes on, you can only shift from FIRST (1) to FOURTH (4) instead of FIRST SKIP SECOND (2). This helps you to get the best possible SHIFT fuel economy. This light will come on under these conditions: The engine coolant temperature is greater than 170°F (77"C), You are going 15 to 20 mph (24 to 32 km/h), and...
Page 90: Shift Speeds
Shift Speeds If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. And you could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift from SIXTH (6) to THIRD (3), or FIFTH to SECOND or FOURTH (4) to FIRST (1). MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS, IN MPH Acceleration Shif Engine...
Page 91: Limited-Slip Rear Axle
Second-Gear Start (Option) Your vehicle may be quipped with Second-Gear Start feature. Press 2ND GEAR START to provide more traction when you are starting on ice or other slippery surfaces. The 2ND gear light on the cluster will illuminate when 2nd gear start is selected. The transmission will be in SECOND (2) gear when the vehicle begins to move.
Page 92 To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the down. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat.
Page 93: Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transmission Models Only)
Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Models Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if PARK (P) the shift lever is not fully in parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. I f you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 94: Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission s Only) / L A 1 l C It can be dang,:ous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 95: Shifting Out Of Park (P) (Automatic Transmission)
Shifting Out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) Your Chevrolet has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transmission Operation”...
Page 96: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.
Page 97: Manual Windows
CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 98: Tilt Steering Wheel
Tilt Steering Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever.
Page 99: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a move the lever all the way up or down. turn, When the is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 100: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it. a single cycle, turn band wiping it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer.
Page 101: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer At the top of the turn signaUmultifimction lever, there’s a paddle with the word PUSH it. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, just push the paddle. The washer will continue to spray until you release the paddle for less than a second. The wipers will clear the window and wipe a few more times before stopping or returning to the previous setting.
Page 102 When you apply your brakes, or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission, the cruise control shuts off. Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Page 103 Get up the speed you want. 3. Push in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 2-48 Resuming Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then apply the brake or clutch pedal.
Page 104 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
Page 105: Headlamps On Reminder
Lamps The main lamp control is a knob that works these lamps: Headlamps Taillamps Parking Lamps License Lamps Sidemaricer Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2-50 - ’ J $ Turn the knob to this position to turn ’ headlamps and other operating lamps. Turn the knob to this position to turn on your parking lamps without your headlamps Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the lamps.
Page 106 The DRL system will make your front turn signal lamps come on when: The ignition is on, The headlamp switch is OFF, and The parking brake is released. When the DIU are on, only your front turn signal lamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on.
Page 107: Interior Lamps
To turn the fog lamps on, push the top of the fog lamp switch. Push the bottom of the switch to turn the fog lamps off. A light on the switch will come on when the fog lamps are on. Fog lamps will go off whenever your high beams come on.
Page 108: Courtesy Lamps
Courtesy Lamps When any door is opened, several interior lamps go on. These lamps are courtesy lamps. They make it easier for you to enter and leave your vehicle. Courtesy lamps include the dome lamp and other lamps throughout the interior of your vehicle. To prevent battery rundown, your interior lamps will be disabled about 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Page 109: Front Map Lamps
Front Map Lamps Your inside rearview mirror includes two map lamps. Each lamp has its own switch. Use the switch closest to the lamp to turn it on. The lamps will also go on when a door is opened. Courtesy lamps include the dome lamp and other lamps throughout the interior of your vehicle.
Page 110 Mirrors Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield. The mirror has pivots so that you can adjust it. You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving, Pull tab for night driving reduce glare. Push the tab for daytime driving.
Page 111 Power Remote Control Mirror (Option) The power mirror control is on the driver’s door. To adjust either mirror, turn the switch to left (L) or right (R). Then use the control to adjust the mirror. The control only works when the ignition switch is in the RUN or ACC positions, or when RAP is present.
Page 112: Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments Glove Box To open the glove box, lift up on the lever. Use your door key to lock and unlock it. The glove box has Front Console To use the storage area, pull up on the front end of the console.
Page 113 Close-Out Panel The close-out panel can be closed for hidden storage in the rear area of your vehicle. Removing the Close-Out Panel 1. Close the panel. If the close-out panel is not closed and resting on the trim panel, it cannot be removed. 2.
Page 114: Ashtray And Lighter
An improperly stored close-out panel could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured. If you remove the cover, always store it outside your vehicle. When you put it back, always be sure that it is securely reattached. Ashtray and Lighter Lift up the cover to open the ashtray.
Page 115: Sun Visors
Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them to the side. The elastic bands on your visor provide extra storage for maps or papers. Covered Visor Vanity Mirror Pull down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror.
Page 116: Floor Mats
Floor Mats Your Chevrolet's floor mats are custom-fitted to the foot wells. Be sure the driver's floor mat is in place. If it isn't, it could interfere with the accelerator or brake pedals. Lift-off Roof Panels (Option) Twin If you have this option, you can remove one or both lift-off roof panels.
Page 117 Then pull on the release handle to unlatch the panel. Lift the outer edge of the panel and pull toward you. Then carry the panel to the rear of the vehicle for storage. 2-62 CAU [ON: If a T-top panel is not stored properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver.
Page 118 Open the close-out panel completely. Place the panel in the correct slot (driver’s or passenger’s) in the rear area of your vehicle. Make sure the handle is open and facing you when you put it in the storage slot. Push the handle closed to secure the panel in the slot. To lock each panel in the storage area, use your door key.
Page 119 An improperly installed T-Top panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. You or others could be injured. After installing a T-Top panel, always check that it is firmly attached by pushing up on the underside of the panel. Reverse the steps above to install the T-top panels.
Page 120 3. Open the latch and close the T-top. Check to see if there are any gaps showing. Unlatch the T-top and adjust the sunshade as required. 4. Once the sunshade is installed properly, you can stick the Velcro@ buttons on the glass for a proper fit every time you install the sunshades.
Page 121: Convertible Top
You can store the sunshades two different ways: When the T-tops are in use, store the sunshades in their storage area in the rear of the vehicle, and make sure the close-out panel is in its closed, upright position. When you have the T-tops off and in their storage slots, store the sunshades on the T-tops, in their installed position.
Page 122 NOTICE: Don’t lower the top if it is damp or wet. When the top is down, trapped water can cause stains, mildew and damage to the inside of your vehicle. Be sure to dry off the top before you lower it. NOTICE: It is not recommended to lower the top vehicle is out in cold weather, 0°F (-18OC) or...
Page 123 2. Unlock the front of the convertible top by pushing on part of smaller the latch, then pulling down on the larger part of the latch. Be sure the hook on the latch that attaches into the hole at the windshield releases. DOWN nothing is on or around 3.
Page 124 3. Install the middle section of the cover by sliding tabs into slots on right side cover. Lower the cover and engage latch. trunk. 4. Close the Raising ,Your Convertible Top 1. Park on a level surface. Set the parking brake firmly. If you have an automatic transmission, shift into PARK (P).
Page 125 \ I I 4. Store each piece of the cover in its separate 3. Remove the two side pieces of the boot cover by lifting compartment in the storage bag, store the bag in the rear of cover and sliding them out of their slots. the trunk and close the trunk.
Page 126 DOWN 5. Push and hold UP or on the convertible top switch. 6. Pull down on the latches and align hooks with holes. Push forward on the larger part of the latch until it clicks. Do not force the latch. If it is hard to lock, the top is not properly aligned.
Page 127: Instrument Panel
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Page 128 1. Instrument Panel Ais Deflector 2. Main Light Control 3. Instrument Panel Center Air Deflector 4. Instrument Cluster 5. Comfort Controls 6. Audio System 7. Side Window Defogger Vent 8. Glove Box 9. Remote Hatch Release 10. Cassette Tape Storage 1 1.
Page 129: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, your engine’s rpms, about how much fuel you have left and many other things you’ll need to know drive safely and economically.
Page 130: Speedometer And Odometer
The numbers may not be true. You may wonder what happens if your Chevrolet needs a new odometer installed. If possible, the new one has to be set to the same reading the old one had. If it can’t be, then it’s set at zero, but a label on the driver’s door must show...
Page 131: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they’re working.
Page 132: Airbag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
Page 133: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light Your Chevrolet’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem.
Page 134: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your Chevrolet needs service. If the light is on but not flashing and the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes,...
Page 135 ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation) System Warning Light (Option) This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine. If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.
Page 136: Low Traction Light
Low Traction Light When your anti-lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid, this light will LOW TRAC If you have the ASR system, this light will also come on when the system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery road conditions may exist if the low traction light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly.
Page 137 COOLANT light goes out. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index. NOTICE: Driving with the LOW COOLANT light on could cause your Chevrolet to overheat. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index. Your Chevrolet could be damaged, and it wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 138 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your Chevrolet is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission SERVICE control systems. This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 139 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid hard accelerations. Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 140: Engine Oil Pressure Gage
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 141 but readings above the red area show the normal operating range. Readings in the red area tell you that the engine is low on oil, or that you might have some other oil problem. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. Don’t keep d ling if the oil pressure is low.
Page 142 Check Gages Light This warning light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your gages to see if they are in the warning areas. Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your...
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Page 144: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Comfort Controls With this system, you can control the heating and ventilation in your Chevrolet. If you have the air conditioning option, you can also control cooling. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section.
Page 145: Air Conditioning (Option)
Air Control Knob OFF: The system is off. VENT Air flows through the upper air vents. BI-LEVEL: Air is directed through the upper air vents and the heater ducts. HEATER: This setting directs most of the air through the heater ducts and some of the air through the windshield defroster vents.
Page 146: Bi-Level Heating
The air conditioner compressor operates in MAX, BI-LEVEL, BLEND and DEFROST when the outside temperature is above freezing. When the air conditioner is on, you may sometimes notice slight changes in your vehicle’s engine speed and power. This is normal, because the compressor uses power and the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired cooling and help fuel economy.
Page 147: Ventilation System
Ventilation System Adjust the direction of airflow by moving the louvered vents. Your Chevrolet’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the blower fan is running.
Page 148: Rear Window Defogger (Option)
Rear Window Defogger (Option) The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. Press the right side of the switch to turn on the defogger. An indicator light will come on to remind you that the defogger is on.
Page 149: Audio Systems
Audio Systems Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Page 150: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio VOL: Turn the upper knob to turn the system on or off, and to adjust the volume. RCL: Press the knob to recall the station being played display the clock. Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM or FM.
Page 151 PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your previously played stations. You can set up to 14 stations (seven AM and seven FM). 1. Find the station you want by using TUNE. 2. Press SET. (The SET indicator will appear briefly on the display.) 3.
Page 152: Am-Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player
APS: This stands for Automatic Program Search. When you press this button, it changes the function of the SEEK arrow buttons. When the APS.button is pressed, press the SEEK arrow that is opposite of the lit direction arrow to repeat the current selection or skip to the previous selection.
Page 153 Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM or FM. Your selection will show on the display. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations. SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and stay there.
Page 154 If you’re driving on a very rough road or if it’s very hot, the disc may not play and ERR (error) may appear on the display. Press RECALL to take ERR off the display. When things get back to normal, the disc should play. If the disc comes out, it could be that: The disc is upside down.
Page 155 Delco-Bose AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio VOLUME: Turn the upper knob to turn the system on or off, and to adjust the volume. Volume increases when you turn the knob to the right and decreases when you turn the knob to the left, PROG-RCL: Press the knob to recall the station being played or to display the clock.
Page 156 PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your previously played stations. You can set up to 14 stations (seven AM and seven FM). 1. Find the station you want by using TUNE. 2. Press SET. (The SET indicator will appear briefly on the display.) 3.
Page 157 Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. Once the tape is playing, use the knobs for VOLUME, FADE and BAL, just as you do for radio.
Page 158: Delco-Bose Am-Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player
Delco-Bose AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player Playing the Radio VOL-BAL: Turn the upper knob to turn the system on or off, and to adjust the volume. Volume increases when you turn the knob to the right and decreases when you turn the knob to the left.
Page 159 Setting the Tone BASS: Press the up arrow to hear more bass and the down arrow to hear less bass. Press the center of the button for the factory-preset position. BASS will appear briefly on the display whenever BASS is pressed. TREB: Press the up arrow to hear more treble and the down arrow to hear less treble.
Page 160: Theft-Deterrent Feature
FWD: Press and hold this button to fast forward or advance through passages. Release the button to play the passage. SCAN: Press this button to listen to each track for about 10 seconds. Press RDM or SCAN to stop scanning. PREV: Press this button to hear a track again.
Page 161 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until shows on the display. Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down. Press SET and 000 will appear on the display. 5. Press SCAN to make the first digit of your code appear.
Page 162: Understanding Radio Reception
Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature Turn the ignition on. Turn the radio off. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until SEC shows on the display. Press SET and 000 will appear on the display. Press to make the first digit of your code appear. SCAN Press the SEEK right or left arrow to make the second and third digits of your code appear.
Page 163: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
A scrubbing action cleaning cassette is available through your Chevrolet dealer. You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head.
Page 164: Care Of Your Compact Discs
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure that the cassette tape is good condition before you have your tape player serviced. Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases from or other protective cases and away and dust.
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Page 166: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your Chevrolet: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 167: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 168 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 169 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 170: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle 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 at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 171: Anti-Lock Brakes
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 172 Here's how anti-lock works, Let's say the road is wet. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels.
Page 173 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 174 Examples of these conditions include a hard acceleration in a turn, or an abrupt upshift or downshift. Also, when the compact spare tire is on the rear axle, the ASR system will cycle and limit acceleration for about the first 15 seconds of driving after each engine start. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the ASR system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage.
Page 175: Braking In Emergencies
You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. The ASR system warning light should go off. If your car is equipped with P245/50ZR16 tires, the ASR system will automatically turn off at speeds above 108 mph (174 kmh).
Page 176: Steering In Emergencies
That’s the time for evasive action steering around the problem. Your Chevrolet can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. (See “Braking in Emergencies” earlier in this section.) It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision.
Page 177: Off-Road Recovery
An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 178 The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Page 179: Loss Of Control
“overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your Chevrolet’s three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels aren’t rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.
Page 180: Driving At Night
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited.
Page 181: Night Vision
Here are some tips night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 182 Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly.
Page 183 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking.
Page 184: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 185 S’ity Dr: One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. 4-20 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 186: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. 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.
Page 187: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Of course, you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. Here are some things you can check before a trip:...
Page 188: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “lughway 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 189 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know this: let your engine do some of the slowing down.
Page 190: Winter Driving
Be alert to these and take appropriate action. Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your Chevrolet in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply...
Page 191: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 192: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to’ begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 193 red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 194: Loading Your Vehicle
Run your engine only as long as must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 195 MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. The other label, is the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
Page 196: Towing A Trailer
NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. the advice in this part, and see your Chevrolet dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Page 197 Your car can tow trailer if it is equipped with either the 3800 V6 or the 5.7L LT1 engine and proper trailer towing equipment. identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section.
Page 198: Weight Of The Trailer
And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Chevrolet Motor Division Customer Assistance Department P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047...
Page 199: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total capacity weight of your vehicle. The capacity weight includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 200: Safety Chains
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment; Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch.
Page 201: Driving With A Trailer
Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer.
Page 202: Making Turns
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check with your Chevrolet dealer. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn,...
Page 203: Driving On Grades
Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of engine and transmission overheating.
Page 204: When You Are Ready To Leave After Parking On A Hill
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
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Page 208: Section 5 Problems On The Road
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Page 209: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your Chevrolet. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 210 Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your Chevrolet by pushing or pulling it could damage your vehicle, even if you have manual transmission. And if you have an automatic transmission, it won’t start that way.
Page 211 -4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive and negative each battery. CAUTION: An electric fan 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 212 5 . Check that the jumper cables don’t missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic should know. Positive things positive and negative will go or a metal engine part.
Page 213 Use a remote positive the vehicle has one. But don't use the junction block on your Chevrolet. 8. Now connect the black negative the good battery's negative Don't let the other end touch anything until the next step.
Page 214: Towing Your Vehicle
B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a Chevrolet dealer or a professional towing service tow your Camaro. If your vehicle has been changed or modified since it was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrations may not be correct.
Page 215 When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The operator may want to see them. CAUTION: To help avoid injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed.
Page 216 CAUTION: A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle.
Page 217: Front Towing
Front Towing: Attach T-hook chains to slots in frame, rearward of front wheels, both sides. Limits mph (55 km/h), 50 miles 5-10...
Page 218 Attach a separate safety chain around outboard end of each lower control arm. NOTICE: Take care not to damage the brake pipes and hoses or the sensor and wiring. NOTICE: Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle-to wheel-lift equipment-contact.
Page 219: Rear Towing
Rear Towing 5-12 NOTICE: Do not attach winch cables or J-hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted in the T-hook slots. Do not tow with sling-type equipment or rear bumper valance will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car carrier equipment.
Page 220 Attach T-hook chains in front of rear wheels, in the bottom of frame rail, on both sides. Attach a separate safety chain around each outboard end of the rear axle. NOTICE: Take care not to damage the brake pipes and cables.
Page 221: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Chevrolet’s instrument panel. You may also find a LOW COOLANT warning light on your Chevrolet’s instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5-14 C*.UTIC i: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood.
Page 222 If No Steam Is Ci ling Fro] If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high-speed driving, Idle for long periods in traffic.
Page 223 When you decides it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: 1. Coolant Recovery Tank 2. Radiator Pressure Cap 3. Electric Engine Fan V6 Engine 5-16 CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 224 When it is cool, remove the coolant recovery tank cap and look at the dipstick. The coolant level should be FULL COLD. If may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 225 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD, add a 50/50 water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL ’ (orange-colored, silicate-free) antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information.) CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system...
Page 226 YOU can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at FULL COLD, start your vehicle.
Page 227 Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 228 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (V6 Engine) Only 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
Page 229 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to FULL COLD. 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base the filler neck. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 5-22...
Page 230 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 231: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator (V8 Engine Only)
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator (V8 Engine Only) NOTICE: The LTl Engine (Code P) has a specific radiator fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 232 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. 3. After the engine cools, open the air bleed valves on the heater return hose and water pump inlet.
Page 233 10. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the Be sure the arrows on the cap line up like this. proper level. For a complete drain, flush and refill, see your Chevrolet dealer or a Chevrolet Service Manual. To purchase a service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications”...
Page 234: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you. should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 235 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. 5-28 - Removing the Spare Tire and T G , , ~ ~ The equipment you’ll need is in the right (passenger) rear area behind the trim panel. First you must remove the close-out panel.
Page 236 Remove the wing nut and adapter and pull out the spare. See “Compact Spare Tire” later in this section for more information about the compact spare. To remove the jack and wheel wrench, loosen and remove the bolt and remove the plastic cover. ‘...
Page 237 The jack has a bolt at the end. Attach the wheel wrench The tools you'll be using include the jack (A) and wheel to the jack bolt. wrench (B). Turn the wheel wrench to the right to raise the lift head little.
Page 238 If your wheel has a center cap, pry it off using the If your vehicle has a bolt-on wheel cover, loosen the wheel wrench. plastic caps using the wheel wrench and remove the wheel cover. 5-31...
Page 239: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
If your vehicle has optional alloy wheels, each wheel may have one locknut in place of the standard wheel nut. A special wheel lock key (removal tool) and instructions are located in the center console. Attach the wheel lock key to the socket of the wheel wrench. Remove the locking wheel nut by turning counterclockwise.
Page 240 Stay away from the moldings or fender flanges to avoid damaging them. Put the compact spare tire near you. Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. 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.
Page 241 3. Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5-34 4.
Page 242 Rust or dirt on the wheel, on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 243 5. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-36 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel become loose and even come off.
Page 244: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
NOTICE:’ Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare t’re.
Page 245 5-38 Replace the jack, wheel wrench and flat tire using the storage instructions. When you replace the trim panel, be sure to tuck it under the weatherstrip. Trim Panel Bolt Cover Jack Wing Nut Adapter Compact Spare Tire Full-Size Tire Carpet Flap Tire Storage Bolt...
Page 246: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 247: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. NOTICE: Tire chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too.
Page 248 NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”...
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Page 252: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your Chevrolet. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical...
Page 253: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Chevrolet Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your Chevrolet than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications”...
Page 254 If this occurs, return to your authorized Chevrolet dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs...
Page 255: Fuels In Foreign Countries
The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may also turn If this occurs, return to your authorized Chevrolet dealer for service. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly.
Page 256: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank hinged door on the left side of The cap is behind your vehicle. CAUTION- Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle.
Page 257: Checking Things Under The Hood
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Chevrolet” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. Make sure you fully install the cap.
Page 258: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the lower left side of your vehicle. Then go to the front of the ve.hicle and pull up on the hood release located at the center area of the hood. Lift the hood.
Page 259 you open 3800 L36 When the hood Engine Coolant Reservoir B. Battery C. Oil Fill Cap D. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (Option) (Code you'll see: E. Engine Fan F. Windshield Washer Reservoir G. Power Steering Reservoir H. Engine Oil Dipstick I. Brake Fluid Reservoir J.
Page 260 When you open the hood of the 5.7L LT1 A. Engine Coolant Reservoir B. Power Steering Reservoir C. Engine Oil Dipstick D. Battery (Code P) you'll "ee: .. . E. Engine Oil Fill Cap F. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (Option) G. Fan H.
Page 261: Engine Oil
Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on. Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly. Engine Oil If the LOW OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away.
Page 262: Checking Engine Oil
5.7L LT1 (Code P) Oil Dipstick Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way.
Page 263: What Kind Of Oil To Use
When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
Page 264 RECOMMENDED VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. LOOK FOR MIS WEATHER SYMBOL SAE 1OW-30 ‘-30 COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 5.7L LT1 (Code P) As shown in the chart, unless you have the 3.8L engine,...
Page 265 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY PRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. WEATHER ‘ C ‘ / O F + l o o - - + E O - + 6 0 - - + 1 6 + 4 0 - + 2 0 - - - 7...
Page 266: Engine Oil Additives
Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your Chevrolet dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil See if any one these is true for you: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Page 267 Air Clt 3800 L36 (Code 5.7L LT1 (Code P) Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
Page 268: Air Filter Replacement
Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the...
Page 269 3. Pull the air cleaner straight up. Unclamp the metal clips. 2. Disconnect the plastic clamp on the duct. Pull apart the connection. 6-18...
Page 270: Automatic Transmission Fluid
4. Open the air cleaner and remove the filter. Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 k m ) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or...
Page 271: How To Check
How to Check Because this operation little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership Service Department. do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or could get a false reading on the dipstick.
Page 272 Checking the Fluid Hot or Cold Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 273 5.7L LTl Engine Transmission Dipstick The transaxle fluid handle is the red loop near the back the engine. 1 , Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again.
Page 274: How To Add Fluid
3800 L36 Engine Transmission Dipstick 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross-hatched area for a hot check. 4.
Page 275: Manual Transmission Fluid
However, the fluid in your manual transmission doesn’t require changing. How to Check Because this operation can be difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get false reading.
Page 276: Hydraulic Clutch
Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid. It isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your clutch fluid. Adding fluid won’t correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Page 277: Engine Coolant
“Engine Overheating” in the Index. 6-26 A 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for your Chevrolet will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up to 265 “F (1 29°C). Protect against rust and corrosion.
Page 278 What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL silicate-free) antifreeze that meets GM Specification 6277M, which won’t damage aluminum parts. Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) (GM Part No. 3634621) with any complete coolant change. If you use this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else.
Page 279: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant When your engine is cold, check the dipstick on the cap of the coolant recovery tank. The coolant level should be at COLD, or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level on the dipstick should be up to HOT, or a little higher.
Page 280 Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot allow steam and scalding liquids blow out and burn turn badly. Never the pressure cap little when the engine and radiator are hot. Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it.
Page 281: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the coolant through the radiator until the coolant flow of reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, an AC@ thermostat is recommended. Power Steering Fluid 3800 L36 Engine 6-30...
Page 282: How To Check Power Steering Fluid
How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at the H or HOT mark.
Page 283: Adding Washer Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID OmY. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. 6-32 NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system.
Page 284: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 285 Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above the plastic seam in the reservoir. If it isn't, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak.
Page 286: Brake Wear
Index. Brake Wear Unless you have the four-wheel disc brake option, your Chevrolet has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 287: Brake Pedal Travel
Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, as your Chevrolet does when it is new. When you replace parts of your braking system example, when your brake linings wear down and you...
Page 288: Vehicle Storage
Battery Every new Chevrolet has a Delco Freedom’ battery. You never have to add water to one time for a new battery, recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get that has the replacement number shown the original battery’s label. Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or...
Page 289 2. The aiming ring will swing open like a gate. Remove 1. Remove the Tom' head screws at the end of the the aiming ring from the assembly. Place it face aiming ring. down, with the aim indicator up. Be careful not to damage the aiming bubble.
Page 290 3. Pull the headlamp out of the assembly. Remove the wiring connector from the headlamp socket by lifting the plastic locking tabs on the connector and pulling it from the socket. 4. Check the new headlamp again. The number on the lamp must match the number of the headlamp being replaced.
Page 291: Headlamp Aiming
See “Adjusting Headlamp Aim” in the Index. If your vehicle is damaged in an accident and the headlamp aim seems to be affected, see your Chevrolet dealer. Headlamps on damaged vehicles may require recalibration of the horizontal aim by your Chevrolet dealer.
Page 292 NOTICE: To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly, read all the instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. State inspection stations will allow a vertical reading of plus 0.76 degrees or minus 0.76 degrees from the center of the bubble.
Page 293 Start with the horizontal (left and right) headlamp aim, Don’t try to adjust the vertical (up and down) aim first. Check the horizontal aim for each headlamp and adjust it necessary. Turn the horizontal aiming screw until the pointer is lined up with the 0 (zero).
Page 294: Front Turn Signal
Front Turn Signal 1. Using a screwdriver, remove the plastic screws from the deflector under the vehicle. Move the deflector out of the way. 2. Turn and pull out the socket and the bulb. 3. Pull out the bulb. 4. Reverse the steps with a new bulb. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Replacing the bulb: 1.
Page 295: Rear Lamps
Rear Lamps To change any rear bulb, you have to remove the entire housing. 1. Remove the trim panel from the side that you are replacing the bulb. 2. Pull the carpet back. 3. Remove the wing nuts. 6-44 4. Pull the assembly off from the outside. 5.
Page 296 Rear Sidemarker Replacing a rear sidemarker bulb: 1. Remove the screw from the sidemarker assembly. 2 . To pull out the bulb housing, tilt the housing to remove the tabbed end. 3. Turn counterclockwise and pull out the socket and the bulb.
Page 297 Wiper Blade Assembly Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To remove the wiper blade assembly: 1. Lift the wiper until it locks into an upright position. 2. Press the locking tab down while sliding the blade assembly down.
Page 298 For information on wiper-blade replacement length and type, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. Tires We don’t make tires. Your new Chevrolet comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Chevrolet Warranty booklet for details.
Page 299 Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label, located on the driver’s door, ,shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). If you’ll be driving at speeds higher than 100 mph (160 where it is legal, raise the cold inflation pressure to 35 psi (240 Ea).
Page 300: Tire Inspection And Rotation
How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back the valve stems.
Page 301 If you have P24515OZR16 Goodyear Eagle GS-C tires, they must roll in a certain direction for the best overall performance. The direction is shown by an arrow on the sidewall. Because these tires are directional, they should be rotated as shown here. These tires should only be moved from front to rear and rear to front side of the vehicle.
Page 302: Buying New Tires
When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. YOU need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Page 303: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.
Page 304: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
=action A, B, C The traction grades, from highest lowest, are A, B, and C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Page 305: Wheel Replacement
(except some aluminum wheels, which sometimes be repaired). See your Chevrolet dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces.
Page 306: Tire Chains
GM original equipment wheel., Tire Chains NOTICE: If your Chevrolet has P235/55R16 or P245/50ZR16 size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle. If you have other tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must.
Page 307: Appearance Care
When you use anything from container to clean your Chevrolet, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Page 308 Fabric Protection Your Chevrolet has upholstery and carpet that has been treated with Scotchgard” Fabric Protector, a 3M product. It protects fabrics by repelling oil and water, which are the carriers of most stains.
Page 309: Cleaning Vinyl
Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can be removed as follows: Carefully scrape excess stain. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier.
Page 310: Cleaning Leather
Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap. For stubborn stains, use a GM VinylLeather Cleaner or equivalent product. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather. Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately.
Page 311: Cleaning The Outside Of The Windshield And Wiper Blades
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@ (GM Part No.
Page 312: Washing Your Vehicle
High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle. Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Chevrolet by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials”...
Page 313: Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped)
Cleaning Your Convertible Top Your convertible top should be cleaned often. If you use an automatic car wash, use with water jets and hanging cloths. When you hand wash the top, do it in partial shade. Use a mild soap, lukewarm water and a soft sponge. A chamois or cloth may leave lint on the top, and a brush can chafe the threads in the top fabric.
Page 314: Sheet Metal Damage
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, Chevrolet will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 of purchase, whichever occurs first.
Page 315: Appearance Care Materials Chart
Appearance Care Materials Chart 6-64...
Page 316: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
E N G l N E A 6 CODE MODEL YEAR This is the legal identifier for your Chevrolet. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 317: Electrical System
Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to atid anything electrical to your Chevrolet, see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet” in the Index. 6-66 Headlamps The headlamp wiring protected by a circuit breaker.
Page 318: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers 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. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse.
Page 319 FUSE USAGE CHART RADIO ACCY DIMMER 1 4 1 - 1 1 3 ( 1 WINDOWS BATT WIPER/WASH DEFOGSEATS CIGAR/ACCY AIR BAG COURTESY PWR ACCY TAIL HVAC RADIO.ACCY BATT T U R N B - U SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MORE INFORMATION PRINTED IN U.S.A Fuse...
Page 320 Fuse Usage CIGAWACCY Cigarette Lighter, Data Link Connector (DLC), Auxiliary Accessory Wire DEFOG/SEATS Rear Defogger Switchnimer, Rear Defogger Timer/Relay, Power Seats PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module (PCM), EVAP Canister Purge Vacuum Switch, EVAP Canister Purge Valve, Transmission W I P E W A S H Wiper Motor Assembly, WiperNVasher Switch WINDOWS...
Page 321 Underhood Electrical Center Fuses The underhood electrical center fuses are located in the engine compartment. Open the cover to expose the fuses. 6-70 Fuse Usage ABS IGN Anti-Lock Brake System Daytime Running Lamp Module, ACTUATORS Headlamp Switch, Cooling Fan Relay, Exhaust, Gas Recirculation, EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid R HDLP DR Headlamp Door Module...
Page 322 Fuse Usage HORN Horn Relay INJECTOR Fuel Injectors ENG SEN Mass Air Flow, Heated Oxygen Sensor, Reverse Lockout Solenoid. Skip Shift Solenoid, Automatic Transmission, Brake Switch IGNITION K: Electronic Ignition Control Module V8 VIN P: Ignition Coil Module, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Ignition Coil A/C-CRUISE Air Conditioning Compressor...
Page 323: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs ....... . Ashtray" ... . . Automatic Transmission Indicator .
Page 324: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Engine Type VIN Engine Code K VIN Engine Code P Fuel Delivery Valve Arrangement Piston Displacement ... . VIN Engine Code K ..VIN Engine Code P Firing Order .
Page 325: Vehicle Dimensions
?Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Chevrolet dealer. *Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic Transmission Fluid” or “Manual Transmission Fluid” in the Index.
Page 326: Replacement Parts
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. A1 163C If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs .75-60 refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Chevrolet dealer..PF47 PF25 GF578...
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Page 328: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
AT THE PROPER .EVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance required for your Chevrolet. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Protection Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan.
Page 329: How This Section Is Organized
&‘Part Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your Chevrolet dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. (‘Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some products GM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained.
Page 330: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your Chevrolet dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know...
Page 331 Maintenance Schedule Short TriplCity Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Page 332 Maintenance Schedule Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine to break down slowel: Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 333: Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (1 66 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 at the same intervals. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life.
Page 334 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 335 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
Page 336 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. lfyou do not use your vehicle under any these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change.
Page 337 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedu e l 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-10 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first).
Page 338 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 339 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule km) (Continued) 30,000 Miles (50 000 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under more of one or these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 (32°C) or higher.
Page 340 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Con'trol Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 341 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-14 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first).
Page 342 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F or higher.
Page 343 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever od;curs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
Page 344 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 345: Short Tripkity Maintenance Schedule
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every months, whichever occurs first). Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
Page 346 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedu 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE _ - - 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and- filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 347 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule (115 000 km) 69,000 Miles Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 7-20 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first).
Page 348 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches (32°C) or higher.
Page 349 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 350 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 84,000 Miles 000 km) (140 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
Page 351 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every months, whichever occurs first). Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
Page 352 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 353 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). Change the rear axle gear lubricant vehicle is used to pull a trailer.
Page 354 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (1 44 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Page 355 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 at the same intervals. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or lirnit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
Page 356: Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside...
Page 357 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’...
Page 358 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or ‘leaks.
Page 359: Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Males (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside...
Page 360 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation”...
Page 361 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. Replace air cleaner filter.
Page 362 Long TripBighway Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside...
Page 363 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’...
Page 364 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule ~~~~ you do not use your vehicle under any these conditions, change the fluid and jilter at 100,000 miles ( I 66 000 km). Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks.
Page 365 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service,. whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Page 366: At Each Fuel Fill
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 367: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 368 Starter Switch Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see "Parking Brake"...
Page 369 Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). With a manual transmission, the key should turn LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R).
Page 370 Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a Chevrolet Service Manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Steering and Suspension Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication.
Page 371 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number ‘or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE Engine oil with the American Engine Oil Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 372 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Clutch Linkage Engine oil. Pivot Points Floor Shift Lubriplate Lubricant aerosol (GM Linkage Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2 Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Part Lubrication No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI /Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 373 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY READING Services”...
Page 374 Maintenance Rc-ord ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-47...
Page 375 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-48...
Page 376 Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-49...
Page 377 Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-50...
Page 378: Section 8 Customer Assistance Inforl .Ation
Section 8 Customer Assistance Inforl .ation Here you will find out to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:...
Page 379 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important dealer and Chevrolet. Normally, any concern you may have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained technicians, special tools and up-to-date information to promptly address any issue which may arise.
Page 380: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assrstance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chrvrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV. (TTY users in...
Page 381: Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program
To enhance Chevrolet's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1996 Chevrolet/Geo, membership in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872).
Page 382 Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 1996 Chevrolet/Geo passenger car and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Note: Courtesy Care is available to Retail and Retail Lease...
Page 383: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of 1996 Chevrolet/Geo passenger cars and light duty trucks (please see your selling dealer for details). Courtesy Transportation includes: One way shuttle ride for any warranty repair completed during the same day.
Page 384: Gm Participation In Bbb Auto -Line -- Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Chevrolet and your Chevrolet dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation...
Page 385: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
BBB at time. The BBB will attempt resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Chevrolet. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator.
Page 386: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Please call us at 1-800-222- 1020 or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, Michigan 48007-7047 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 387: Service Bulletins
Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform “do-it-yourself’...
Page 388 NOTES 8-11...
Page 389 NOTES 8-12...
Page 390: Section 9 Index
Section 9 Index ....... Accessory Plug ........AirBag How Does it Restrain .
Page 391 ........Glass 6-37 Inside of Your Chevrolet Instrument Panel Leather...
Page 392 ....... . Close-OutPanel ....... Clutch.
Page 393 ........Engine ........Coolant .
Page 394 G a g e s Engine Coolant Temperature ......Engine Oil Pressure ........Fuel .
Page 395 Labels Certification Service Parts Identification ..... . Tire-Loading Information ....Vehicle Identification Number Lamps Courtesy...
Page 396 ........Methanol ........Mirrors .
Page 397 Rear Axle Lamp Bulb Replacement Seatpassengers ....Sidemarker Bulb Replacement Storage Towing ‘ ......Window Defogger .
Page 398 ......Service Publications Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet Sheet Metal Damage .
Page 399 ........Thermostat Third Gear. ManuaLTransmission .
Page 400 Vehicle ........Control Damage Warnings Dimensions .
Page 401 NOTES 9-12...
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