Page 3 For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 4: 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 5: Vehicle Symbols
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 7: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Here Are Questions Many People Ask About...
Page 8: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This part tells you about the seats and also about reclining front seatbacks, head restraints and rear folding seatbacks. Manual Front Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 9: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Push on the seat to make sure it’s locked into position. Pull up on the lever, and the seat will go to its original upright position.
Page 10 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 11: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Pull up to raise the head restraint. To lower it, push the release button and push down.
Page 12 Rear Head Restraint Removal To remove the rear head restraints, do the following: 1. Press the release button located under the right rear side of the head restraint. 2. Lift the head restraint upward. 3. Secure the head restraints in the trunk using the tie down straps located on each side of the trunk floor.
Page 13 To fold either seatback down, do the following: 1. Remove the head restraints. See “Rear Head Restraint Removal” earlier in this section. 2. Remove the rear center lap shoulder belt latch by using a key to press the release button. 3.
Page 14: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
To raise the seatback, do the following: 1. Pull the seatback up and push it back to lock it into place. Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback. 2. Push and pull the top of the seatback to be sure it is locked into position.
Page 15 CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Page 16: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-10...
Page 17 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-11...
Page 18 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-12...
Page 19: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About
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 be whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 20: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.”...
Page 21 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 22 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. 1-16 To move it down, squeeze the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide.
Page 23 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 24 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-18 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 25 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 26 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-20 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 27: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 28: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 29 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
Page 30 CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for air bag inflation before and during a crash.
Page 31: How The Air Bag Systems Work
How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.
Page 32 The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door. 1-26 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
Page 33 When should an air bag inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.”...
Page 34 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle.
Page 35 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system.
Page 36: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water water up to the carpeting or higher your vehicle and soaks the carpet, the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined. If this ever happens, and then you start your vehicle, the damage could make the frontal and side impact air bags inflate and safety belt pretensioners activate, even if there’s no crash.
Page 37: Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. You’ll find them on the retractor part of the safety belts for the driver and right front passenger. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe crash in which the front of the vehicle hits something.
Page 38 Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 39 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 40: Infants And Young Children
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 41 CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured...
Page 42 What are the different types of add child restraints? on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 43: Built - In Child Restraint (Option)
CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 44 This child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh between 22 and 66 pounds (10 and 30 kg) and whose height is between 33.5 and 50 inches (850 and 1270 mm) and who are capable of sitting upright alone.
Page 45: Securing A Child In The Built-In Child Restraint
Securing a Child in the Built-in Child Restraint 2. Pull the flap away from the fastener strip on the top of the seatback and lower the child restraint cushion. 1. Remove the head restraint. 1-39...
Page 46 1-40 CAUTION: If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure the head restraint is properly installed when using the built child restraint.
Page 47 You’ll be using the child restraint’s harness (A) to secure your child. Don’t use the vehicle’s safety belts. CAUTION: Using the vehicle’s regular safety belts on a child seated on the child restraint cushion can cause serious injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 48 4. Before placing the child in the child restraint, add slack to the shoulder harness. Pull the black shoulder harness release strap firmly. At the same time, pull both shoulder harness straps through the slots in the seatback as shown. 1-42 5.
Page 49 8. Push the latch plate (B) into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure the buckle is free of any foreign objects that may prevent you from securing the latch plates. If you can’t secure a latch plate, see your dealer for service before using the child restraint.
Page 50 12. Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip together. The purpose of this clip is to help keep the harness positioned on the child’s shoulders. 1-44 CAUTION: An unfastened shoulder harness clip won’t help keep the harness in place on the child’s shoulders. If the harness isn’t on the child’s shoulders, it won’t be able to restrain the child’s upper body in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 51 13. Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap (C) firmly until the harness is snugly adjusted around the child. You should not be able to put more than two fingers between the harness and the child’s chest. Make sure the harness and buckle strap are not twisted.
Page 52 Removing the Child from the Built-in Child Restraint 1. Unfasten the shoulder harness clip. 1-46 2. Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle. 3. Move both sides of the harness off the child’s shoulders. 4. Remove the child from the child restraint cushion.
Page 53: Storing The Built-In Child Restraint
Storing the Built-in Child Restraint Always properly store the built in child restraint before using the vehicle’s lap shoulder belt. 1. Fasten the harness clip. 2. Remove the head restraint. 3. Install the head restraint so that the front side faces the front of the vehicle.
Page 54 5. Fold the child restraint cushion up into the seatback. Make sure the harness adjustment strap is folded up in the seatback. 1-48 6. Attach the flap to the fastener strip on the top of the seatback. 7. Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback.
Page 55 CAUTION: If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure the head restraint is properly installed when the built restraint is stored.
Page 56: Restraint Systems For Children
Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 57 A forward facing child seat (C E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf A booster seat (F improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some like shields.
Page 58 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 59: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward...
Page 60 In Canada, the law requires that forward restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points.
Page 61: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll find anchors (A) in the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback of both outside rear seats. On vehicles with a built in child restraint system, the anchorages are installed in the left rear seat only.
Page 62 With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint. 1-56 CAUTION: If a LATCH type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting there. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
Page 63: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3.
Page 64 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-58...
Page 65 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 66: 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: CAUTION: A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates.
Page 67 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-61...
Page 68 1-62 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7.
Page 69: Older Children
Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 70 1-64 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
Page 71 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a 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 72: Checking Your Restraint Systems
Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. If your vehicle has a built in child restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip and anchorages are working properly.
Page 73: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 74: Manual Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 75 Power Windows (Option) The switches on the driver’s door control the power windows when the ignition is on. Press down on the front of a switch to lower a window and lift the front of the switch to raise the window. Express Down Window The AUTO switch for the driver’s window has an...
Page 76 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 77 If you lose your key, you’ll be able to have a new one made easily using this code. If you need a new key, contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code. See “Roadside Assistance”...
Page 78: Door Locks
Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 79: Rear Door Security Lock
Power Door Locks (Option) The power door lock switch may be located either on the armrest on the door or in front of the inside door handle. Press the power door lock switch on the driver’s or passenger’s door to lock or unlock all the doors at once. Rear Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors...
Page 80: Remote Keyless Entry System
To Open a Rear Door With the Security Lock 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults and older children who ride in the rear won’t be able to open the rear door from the inside.
Page 81: Operation
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Check the distance.
Page 82: Battery Replacement
UNLOCK: The driver’s door will unlock automatically when the UNLOCK button on the transmitter is pressed. The taillamps and front sidemarker lamps will flash twice and the interior lamps will come on to confirm that the doors have unlocked. If the UNLOCK button is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors will unlock.
Page 83 To replace the battery: 1. Insert a small coin or similar object in the notch near the key ring to separate the bottom half from the top half of the transmitter. 2. Remove the battery and replace it with the new one. Make sure the positive side of the battery faces upward.
Page 84: Trunk Release Handle
Remote Trunk Release Trunk Release Handle Pull upward on the remote release handle, located on the floor near the left side of the driver’s seat, to release the trunk lid. 2-12...
Page 85: Key In The Ignition
NOTICE: The trunk release handle was not designed to be used to tie down the trunk lid or as an anchor point when securing items in the trunk. Improper use of the trunk release handle could damage it. There is a glow dark trunk release handle located on the inside of the trunk lid.
Page 86: Parking Lots
Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s still best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your key? If possible, park in a busy, well Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk or glove box.
Page 87: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to four different positions. LOCK (A): This is the only position from which you can remove the key. This position locks your steering wheel, ignition and automatic transaxle. To turn the engine off, push in the ignition switch as you turn the key toward you.
Page 88: Starting Your Engine
ACC (Accessory) (B): This position operates some of your electrical power accessories (such as the radio, but not the ventilation fan). It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition. To move the key from ACC to LOCK, push in the key and then turn it to LOCK. ON (C): This is the position the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch.
Page 89 Starting Your Engine 1. With your foot off 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 90: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. 2-18 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 91 Ensure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P)
Page 92 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 27 mph (43 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 29 mph (47 km/h) or more, push your accelerator pedal all the way down.
Page 93 Overdrive (Option) If your automatic transaxle has an overdrive off button it will be located on the left side of the shift lever. Press the overdrive off button to turn off overdrive. A light on the instrument panel cluster will come on when this feature is used.
Page 94: Manual Transaxle Operation
Manual Transaxle Operation Five-Speed This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to operate your transaxle: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. 2-22 You can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 mph (32 km/h).
Page 95: Shift Speeds
REVERSE (R): To back up, press down on the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transaxle.
Page 96: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. 2-24 To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button.
Page 97 NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.
Page 98 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) as follows: Hold in the button on the shift lever. Push the lever all the way toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 99: Parking Your Vehicle
Torque Lock (Automatic Transaxle) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 100: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-28 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 101 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transaxle) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 102: Tilt Wheel (If Equipped)
Tilt Wheel (If Equipped) A tilt steering column allows you to adjust the steering column before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The tilt wheel is located on the left side of the steering wheel column.
Page 103: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has an upward (for right) and a downward (for left) position. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 104: Windshield Washer
Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column controls the windshield wipers and washer. The available positions are the following: OFF: The wipers are off. INT (Intermittent): This position provides intermittent windshield wiper operation. In light rain or snow, you might want to use this position rather than continuous wiping.
Page 105: Cruise Control (Option)
Cruise Control (Option) The cruise control lever is located on the right side of the steering wheel. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 106 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Page 107 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 lever to SET/COAST. Release the lever and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
Page 108: Exterior Lamps
Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.
Page 109: Automatic Light Control (Alc)
(Parking Lamps): Turning the switch to this position turns on the parking lamps, together with the following: Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamp Instrument Panel Lights (Headlamps): Turning the switch to this position turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights.
Page 110: Daytime Running Lamps
Lamps On Reminder If you turn the ignition to LOCK or ACC and leave the lamps on, you’ll hear a tone when you open the driver’s door. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 111: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The instrument panel brightness knob is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them.
Page 112 Reading Lamp (If Equipped) If you have a sunroof, you have a reading lamp near the sunroof switch. Press the button to turn the lamp on and press it again to turn it off. 2-40 Mirrors Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Reading Lamps The inside rearview mirror is attached to your vehicle’s front windshield glass.
Page 113 The mirror moves so that you can adjust it up and down or side to side. You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving. Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glare. Push the tab for daytime driving. Outside Manual Adjust Mirrors The knob for this feature is located on the door panel to the left of the steering wheel.
Page 114: Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped)
Power Remote Control Mirrors (If Equipped) These controls are located to the left of your steering wheel on the instrument panel. To adjust either mirror, move the selector switch to L (left) or R (right). Then use the arrows on the control pad to adjust the mirror.
Page 115: Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments Glove Box To open the glove box door, lift the latch. Always keep the glove box door closed while driving. Door Storage Compartments The driver’s door has a map/storage compartment. There is also a storage compartment located on the front passenger’s door.
Page 116: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Pull the door to open the ashtray. To remove it, press down on the lock spring plate and pull the ashtray out. NOTICE: Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage.
Page 117: Sunroof (Option)
Sunroof (Option) If you have a sunroof, you can tilt or open it. To tilt the sunroof, slide the sunshade rearward, then press the switch marked UP. Press the other end of the switch to lower the sunroof. Your ignition must be on for the switch to work.
Page 118 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-46...
Page 119 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlets B. Instrument Panel Brightness Control C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever D. Instrument Panel Cluster E. Windshield Wiper Control F. Windshield Washer G. Hazard Warning Flashers H. Comfort Control System I.
Page 120: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. Standard Cluster 2-48...
Page 121 Optional Cluster 2-49...
Page 122: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in miles. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed.
Page 123: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 124: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will come on for about five seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also flash until the driver’s belt is buckled.
Page 125 CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light stays on or keeps flashing after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system and safety belt pretensioner system may not be working properly. The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash.
Page 126: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’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 is a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.
Page 127 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light (Option) With the anti system, the light will come on when your engine is started and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light comes on when you’re driving, you don’t have anti lock brakes and there could be a problem with your regular brakes.
Page 128: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Standard Cluster Optional Cluster This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 129 NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 130 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are 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 131 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 you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 132: Engine Oil Pressure Light
Engine Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine or come on when you are driving. This indicates that there is not enough oil pressure to keep your engine properly lubricated and cool. The engine could be low on oil, or have some other oil related problem.
Page 133: Door Ajar Warning Light
Cruise Light (Option) The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control. If this light flashes while using the cruise control, turn the cruise control off and then on. If you cannot set the cruise control, or if the cruise control is cancelled, there may be a problem with your cruise control system.
Page 134: Low Fuel Warning Light
Fuel Gage Standard Cluster Optional Cluster Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. The fuel gage works only when the ignition switch is ON. When the gage first indicates E empty, you still have a little fuel left (about 1 or 2 gallons (3.8 L or 7.6 L)) but you need to get more right away.
Page 135: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Air Conditioner Controls Heating Defogging and Defrosting...
Page 136: Climate Control System
Comfort Controls With this system, you can control the heating and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section. Climate Control System Mode Knob (Vent): This position directs the airflow though the upper instrument panel outlets.
Page 137: Air Conditioner Controls
Fan Knob Turn the knob away from OFF to turn the system on. Turn the knob toward HI to increase fan speed. Temperature Knob Turn the knob to change the temperature of the air flowing from the system. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the temperature.
Page 138: Heating
Heating For the quickest results, press the recirculate button and move the mode knob to the floor mode. Turn the temperature knob clockwise for warmer air and turn the fan knob toward HI. You should switch to outside air once in a while to avoid stale air and cloudy windows. To prevent cold air from blowing in and to increase air flow to the floor area, you may shut off the outer dash vents by using the thumbwheels.
Page 139: Rear Window Defogger (Option)
Rear Window Defogger (Option) If your vehicle is equipped with this option, the rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window. The button is located in the center of the instrument panel. Press the button to turn on the defogger. The defogger will stay on for about 15 minutes, then it will shut off automatically.
Page 140: Audio Systems
Adjust the direction of airflow using the thumbwheels. Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, move the fan knob toward HI for a few moments before driving off.
Page 141: Am-Fm Stereo
AM-FM Stereo Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RCL (Recall): Pressing this knob will display the station being played or it will display the clock.
Page 142 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select the band. 3.
Page 143 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and left speakers, press and release the AUDIO button until BAL appears on the display. Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the right speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the left speakers.
Page 144: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. RCL (Recall): Pressing this knob will display the station being played or it will display the clock.
Page 145 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select the band. 3.
Page 146 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and left speakers, press and release the AUDIO button until BAL appears on the display. Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the right speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the left speakers.
Page 147 Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
Page 148 3 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to reverse the tape rapidly. FR will appear on the display. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses. You may select stations during reverse operation by using TUNE or SEEK.
Page 149: Am-Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)
Cassette Tape Messages ERR (Error): If the player detects a tight or broken tape, ERR will appear on the display and the player will eject the tape. The radio will go back to playing the last station selected. CLN (Clean): If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned.
Page 150 Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations. SEEK SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to tune to the next or previous station and stay there. The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only.
Page 151 To adjust the treble, press and release the AUDIO button until TRE appears on the display. Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble. T and a positive number will appear on the display. Press and hold the down arrow to decrease treble.
Page 152 To adjust balance or fade to the middle position, select BAL or FAD. Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display. To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, end out of audio mode by pressing the AUDIO button until the display goes blank.
Page 153 5 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RND will show on the display. Press RDM again to turn off random play. OFF will appear on the display. 6 RPT (Repeat): Press this pushbutton once to hear a track over again.
Page 154: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.
Page 155: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Page 156: Care Of Your Compact Discs
After you clean the player, press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator. The radio will display to show the indicator was reset. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced.
Page 157: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Road Recovery...
Page 158: Defensive Driving
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: 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 159: 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 160 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 161 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No 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 162: 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 163 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 164 Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. 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 both rear wheels.
Page 165: Braking In Emergencies
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 166: Steering Tips
Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves.
Page 167: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 168: Off - Road Recovery
Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 169 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 170: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Page 171: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively.
Page 172: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 173 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 174: Driving Through Flowing Water
Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple”...
Page 175: City Driving
City Driving 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. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 176: 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 177: 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 178: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 179 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle.
Page 180: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. 4-24 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 181: 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 182: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Remember, unless you have anti lock, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you’ll just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots.
Page 183 Tie a 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. If 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 184: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Page 185 The other label is the Certification label, found on the rear of the driver’s door opening. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo.
Page 186: Towing A Trailer
If you put things inside your vehicle tools, packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going. CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash.
Page 187: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
That’s the reason for this part. In it are many time tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer. Load pulling components such as the engine, transaxle, wheel assemblies and tires are forced to work harder...
Page 188: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at: Chevrolet Customer Assistance P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232 5170 In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163...
Page 189: Safety Chains
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Tire Loading Information label inside the glove box or see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Page 190: Driving With A Trailer
Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes? Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. If your vehicle has anti lock brakes, don’t try to tap into your vehicle’s brake system.
Page 191: Turn Signals When Towing A Trailer
Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left.
Page 192: 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 45 mph (70 km/h) to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating.
Page 193: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
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.
Page 194: 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 Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Cooling System If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 195: Hazard Warning Flashers
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. The hazard warning flasher button is located on the center of the instrument panel above the audio system.
Page 196: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps listed in this section to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 197 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
Page 198 CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to the ACDelco installed in every new GM vehicle.
Page 199 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
Page 200 8. Now connect the black negative ( negative ( the good battery. Use a remote negative ( terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( go to the dead battery.
Page 201 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. NOTICE: Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly.
Page 202: Towing Your Vehicle
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery.
Page 203: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 204: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine 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.
Page 205: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Electric Engine Cooling Fans B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Coolant Recovery Tank 5-12 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 206 If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned.
Page 207: Recovery Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and a proper coolant at the coolant recovery tank.
Page 208 CAUTION: 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 the FULL mark, start your vehicle.
Page 209: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
Page 210 3. Fill the radiator with the proper coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL mark.
Page 211 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fans. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 212: 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 213: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 214: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools A. Compact Spare Tire B. Jack Handle C. Wheel Wrench D. Jack The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk. 1. Lift the spare tire cover to gain access to the compact spare tire and tools. Remove the foam tray containing the jacking tools.
Page 215 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), 6. Attach the jack handle to the jack. Turn the jack jack handle (B) and wheel wrench (C). handle clockwise to raise the lift head. 5-22...
Page 216 7. Remove the wheel cover, if your vehicle is equipped with one, by using the flat end of the wheel wrench. Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off. If your wheel has a center cover, insert the flat end of the wheel wrench into the slot to remove the center cap.
Page 217: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 5-24 2. Position the jack and raise the jack lift head to fit over the car flange between the two notches nearest the tire.
Page 218 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
Page 219 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 5-26 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 220 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 6. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 221 8. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 222: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 223: 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 224: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 225: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or with a manual transaxle, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R)), spinning the wheels as little as possible.
Page 226 CAUTION: The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle.
Page 227: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 228: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll...
Page 229: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
Page 230: Gasoline Specifications
Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines.
Page 231: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected.
Page 232: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle.
Page 233 While refueling, hang the fuel cap inside the fuel door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly.
Page 234: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 235: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire.
Page 236 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle. Release the secondary hood release by pulling up on the lever located near the middle of the hood. 6-10 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop rod into the slot in the hood.
Page 237: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood, you’ll see: A. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Engine Compartment Fuse Block (Passenger’s Side) D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Engine Oil Fill Cap F. Radiator Pressure Cap G.
Page 238: Checking Engine Oil
Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Engine Oil If the engine oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see “Engine Oil Pressure Light” in the Index.
Page 239: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the lower mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications”...
Page 240: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.
Page 241: Engine Oil Additives
As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W going to be 0 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline...
Page 242: What To Do With Used Oil
What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 243 To check or replace the filter, do the following: 1. Release the two clips that hold the cover down. 2. Lift the cover off. 3. Pull out the engine air cleaner/filter. 4. Install a new engine air cleaner/filter, if needed. 5.
Page 244: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Check the fluid in the transaxle and differential every 15,000 miles (25 000 km). Change the fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature...
Page 245 Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: 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 246: How To Add Fluid
3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be between the two dimples in the hot range. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way; then press the tab down to lock the dipstick in place.
Page 247: Manual Transaxle Fluid
How to Check Because this operation can be difficult, you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading.
Page 248: Hydraulic Clutch
Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. If the fluid level is good, install the plug and be sure it is fully seated. If the fluid level is low, add more fluid as described in the next steps.
Page 249: Engine Coolant
When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”...
Page 250: What To Use
What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and half coolant that meets GM Specification 1825 which won’t damage aluminum parts. You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825 M with a complete coolant flush and refill. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else.
Page 251: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located at the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at LOW, or a little higher.
Page 252: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Page 253: How To Check Power Steering Fluid
The power steering fluid reservoir is located on passenger’s side of the engine compartment. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. How To Check Power Steering Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off. Just look at the reservoir.
Page 254: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 255: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. It is filled with DOT brake fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down.
Page 256 When your brake fluid falls to a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only.
Page 257: Brake Pedal Travel
Brake Wear Your vehicle 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. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 258: Brake Adjustment
Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderate or heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly. If you drive in that way, then very carefully a few moderate brake stops about every 1,000 miles (1 600 km), so your brakes will adjust properly.
Page 259: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode.
Page 260 Headlamps 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the screw located near the top outboard side of the headlamp assembly. 6-34 3. Remove the bolt (A) near the top inboard side of the headlamp assembly. 4. Remove the bolt (B) near the top outboard side of the headlamp assembly.
Page 261 8. Press down and move the metal retainer away from 9. Pull the bulb socket out of the housing. you and then lift the metal retainer to the right. 10. Gently pull the old bulb straight out of the socket. 11.
Page 262 Sidemarker/Turn Signal Lamps 1. Remove the headlamp assembly. See “Headlamps” earlier in this section. 2. Remove the front sidemarker assembly by pulling forward. 3. Turn the lamp socket counterclockwise. 6-36 4. Push and turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it. 5.
Page 263: Rear Combination Lamps
Rear Combination Lamps The combination lamp assembly includes the taillamp/stoplamp, turn signal and sidemarker bulbs. A. Back Up Lamps C. Taillamp/Stoplamp B. Turn Signal Lamps D. Rear Sidemarker To replace any of the rear combination lamps, do the following: 1. Open the trunk. 2.
Page 264 Your new vehicle comes with high 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. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 265: Inflation -- Tire Pressure
Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label, which is in your glove compartment, 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). NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right.
Page 266: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
Page 267 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 268: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire Loading Information label. Make sure the replacements are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias belted or radial) as your original tires. CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving.
Page 269: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance.
Page 270: Wheel Replacement
Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 271 Each new wheel should have the same load capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts.
Page 272: Appearance Care
Tire Chains NOTICE: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Page 273: Using Cleaner On Fabric
They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose...
Page 274: Cleaning The Top Of The Instrument Panel
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2.
Page 275: Cleaning The Built - In Child Restraint
Cleaning the Built in Child Restraint Your built in child restraint may be cleaned with mild soap and lukewarm water. Don’t use household cleaners. They may weaken the harness or damage plastic parts. The built in child restraint pad is attached to the child restraint cushion and seatback with fastener strips.
Page 276: Cleaning The Outside Of The Windshield And Wiper Blades
Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index. NOTICE: Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches.
Page 277: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”...
Page 278: Finish Care
Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle 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” in the Index. Your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat”...
Page 279: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Page 280: Chemical Paint Spotting
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...
Page 281: Gm Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials 6-55...
Page 282: Engine Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. 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. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
Page 283: Power Windows And Other Power Options
Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 284: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by 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 285 Fuse Usage TURN Turn Signals ABS System, Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System, Cruise Control, Cooling Fans BLANK Not Used Starting System Not Used BLANK Not Used Fuel Injection System, Charge Indicator, Air Bag System BLANK Not Used Power Door Locks BLANK Not Used GAUGE...
Page 286 Engine Compartment Fuse Block (Driver’s Side) Most of your vehicle’s fuses are in the engine compartment fuse block. Some are in three electrical centers in the engine compartment. These electrical centers also have relays, circuit breakers and other electrical components. The larger electrical center in the engine compartment has a fuse puller located between the EFI and FAN relays.
Page 287 Fuse/Relay Usage HEAD (LH) Left Headlamp (High Beam) or HEAD UPR) Charging System HEAD (RH) Right Headlamp (High Beam) or HEAD UPR) EFI or F Fuel Injection System HORN Horn System EFI or F Fuel Injection System (Relay) FAN No. 1 Cooling Fan (Relay) Cooling Fan ENGINE MAIN...
Page 288: Capacities And Specifications
Engine Compartment Fuse Block (Passenger’s Side) This engine compartment fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle near the windshield washer fluid reservoir. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. Fuse/Relay Usage Air Conditioning System...
Page 289: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Cooling System Automatic Transaxle ..Manual Transaxle ... . Engine Oil with Filter ..Fuel Tank .
Page 290: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants...
Page 291: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
Page 292: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 293: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 294: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop go traffic).
Page 295 Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Intervals Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Valve Clearance Inspection, adjust if necessary (or every 48 months, whichever occurs first). At 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Or 48 Months, Whichever Occurs First) Then Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Or 12 Months Whichever Occurs First): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection.
Page 296 Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation. Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Fluid Check.
Page 297: Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The service shown at 120,000 miles (200 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 120,000 miles (200 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.
Page 298 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 299 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 300 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service.
Page 301 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 302 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.
Page 303 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 304 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emission Control Service.
Page 305 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 306 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 48 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 307 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap.
Page 308 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 309 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 310 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 311 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 312 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 12 months since last inspection). An Emission Control Service.
Page 313 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) j Change manual transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer. j Change automatic transaxle fluid every 30,000 miles (50 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: –...
Page 314 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 315: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The service shown at 120,000 miles (200 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 120,000 miles (200 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.
Page 316 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 317 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 318 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.
Page 319 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 320 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 321 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Inspect fuel tank, cap, cap gasket and lines for damage (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Inspect for tappet noise and engine vibration. Adjust valve clearance to factory specifications if necessary (or every 48 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 322 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 323 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 324 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.
Page 325 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 326: At Least Once A Month
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part 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 327: 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. If your vehicle has a built restraint, also periodically make sure the harness straps, latch plates, buckle, clip, and anchorages are working properly.
Page 328 At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Seat Operation Check Make sure the head restraints stay in position and all seat latches lock. Check that the recliner holds by pushing and pulling the seatback while it is reclined.
Page 329 Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
Page 330 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Page 331: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 332: Engine Cooling System Inspection
Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
Page 333: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 334 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Multi Purpose Lubricant, Lock Cylinders Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Manual Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Transaxle No. 12377985 or equivalent) or Shift Linkage lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC Clutch Linkage Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Pivot Points No.
Page 335: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Page 336 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-47...
Page 337 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-48...
Page 338: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone...
Page 339: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 340 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 341: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone
Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. United States Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O.
Page 342: All Overseas Locations
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S.
Page 343: Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program
To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 2002 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day,...
Page 344 Bumper Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 2002 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease...
Page 345: Plan Ahead When Possible
Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book or call 1 6800 for emergency services. Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles.
Page 346: Additional Program Information
Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,...
Page 347: Warranty Information
Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty,...
Page 348: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Please call us at 1 1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232 5170 In Canada, please call us at 1 or 1 7854 (French).
Page 349: Service Manuals
SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.

Chevrolet 2002 Prizm Owner's Manual

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