Page 1: Table Of Contents
2004 Chevrolet Aveo Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 Front Seats ... 1-2 Rear Seats ... 1-6 Safety Belts ... 1-10 Child Restraints ... 1-28 Air Bag Systems ... 1-50 Restraint System Check ... 1-58 Features and Controls ... 2-1 Keys ...
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
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 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will ﬁnd a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
Page 4 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will 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 5 These are some examples of symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle:...
Page 6 NOTES...
Page 7: Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Front Seats ...1-2 Manual Seats ...1-2 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ...1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-3 Head Restraints ...1-5 Rear Seats ...1-6 Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback) ...1-6 Rear Seat Operation (Sedan) ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-10 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ...1-10 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...1-15 Driver Position ...1-15...
Page 8: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to.
Page 9: Driver Seat Height Adjuster
Driver Seat Height Adjuster To adjust the height of the driver’s seat cushion, turn the knob located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Turn the knob forward to raise the height of the seat cushion and rearward to lower it. Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, pull up the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to...
Page 10 But do not 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 Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chances of a neck injury in a crash. Pull up the head restraint in order to adjust the position upward.
Page 12: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback) Folding the Seatback The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space. To fold down the seatback, do the following: 1. If your vehicle has adjustable head restraints, push the head restraints down all the way. 2.
Page 13 7. Clip the hook to the head restraint of the front seat to keep the rear seat secure. 8. Store the rear safety belts and buckles in the storage area under the ﬂoor mat. CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 14: Rear Seat Operation (Sedan)
To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: 1. Remove the safety belts and buckles from the storage area. 2. Unclip the hook from the head restraint of the front seat. 3. Push the rear seat cushion downward to its original position until it latches securely.
Page 15 CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash.
Page 16: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 17: Why Safety Belts Work
In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person wouldn’t survive.
Page 18 Put someone on it. 1-12 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
Page 19 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-13...
Page 20: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-14 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts...
Page 21: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident – even one that isn’t your fault – you and your passengers can be hurt.
Page 22 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
Page 23: Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 24 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 1-18 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.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 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 26 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-20 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 27 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 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 28: 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 29: Right Front Passenger Position
Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly see, Driver Position on page 1-15. The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those...
Page 30 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure you are using the correct buckle and that the latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it.
Page 31 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 would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 32: Center Rear Passenger Position
Center Rear Passenger Position Your vehicle has a removable safety belt in the center rear seating position. 1-26 To install the center rear safety belt, use the following instructions. 1. Pull the center rear safety belt from the retractor. 2. Push the latch plate at the end of the safety belt strap into the buckle with the black release button until the mechanism clicks.
Page 33 3. Insert the upper part of the safety belt into the safety belt guide. Make sure the safety belt is not twisted. To learn how to use the safety belt once it is installed, see “Lap-Shoulder Belt” under Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-23.
Page 34: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. 1-28 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.
Page 35 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?
Page 36: Infants And Young Children
CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in CAUTION: (Continued) 1-30 CAUTION: (Continued) this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 37 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph...
Page 38 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants.
Page 39 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant’s body, the back and shoulders.
Page 40: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems 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 41 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-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness.
Page 42 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-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 43: 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. We, therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Page 44: Top Strap
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 45 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child 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 an anchor point speciﬁed in Top Strap Anchor Location on page 1-40.
Page 46: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location Top strap anchors are already installed in your vehicle for the rear seating positions. Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position because there is no place to anchor the top strap. Sedan shown, Hatchback similar 1-40 You will ﬁnd the anchors on your sedan behind the rear...
Page 47 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will ﬁnd anchors (A) for the rear outside seating positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A, B) and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints.
Page 48 In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. 1-42 To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has either label A or B on the seatback.
Page 49 These labels are located at each lower anchor position, near the base of the seat. Child restraints and booster cushions that can be used with the LATCH system are identiﬁed with label A. Your vehicle may have zippers over the latch areas. If so, unzip the seat cover below the labels to access each latch.
Page 50: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. See Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-41.
Page 51 3. Buckle the belt. Be sure the latch plate clicks when 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of you put it into the buckle. This means you are using the retractor to set the lock. the correct buckle.
Page 52: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 53 Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here is 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. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inﬂating air bag.
Page 54 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. 1-48...
Page 55 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. You may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 56: Air Bag Systems
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has air bags – a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag for the driver.
Page 57 CAUTION: (Continued) And, for some unrestrained occupants, frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past. The side impact air bag for the driver is designed to inﬂate only in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the driver’s side of your vehicle.
Page 58 CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
Page 59: Where Are The Air Bags
Where Are the Air Bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-53...
Page 60 If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-54 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 61: When Should An Air Bag Inﬂate
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 62: How Does An Air Bag Restrain
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 63 CAUTION: When an air bag inﬂates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so.
Page 64: Restraint System Check
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems.
Page 65: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
Page 66 NOTES 1-60...
Page 67: Features And Controls
Section 2 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-5 Doors and Locks ...2-7 Door Locks ...2-7 Central Door Unlocking System ...2-8 Door Ajar Reminder ...2-8 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-9 Lockout Protection ...2-10 Leaving Your Vehicle ...2-10 Trunk (Sedan) ...2-10 Liftgate (Hatchback) ...2-12 Windows ...2-13...
Page 68: Keys
Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 69 One key is used for the When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes ignition, the door and all the key tag and gives it to the ﬁrst owner. The tag has a other locks. code on it that tells your dealer how to make extra keys. For vehicle security, keep the key tag in a safe place and also record the key number somewhere other than inside of the vehicle.
Page 70: Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 71: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation The following functions are available if your vehicle has the remote keyless entry system: (Lock): Press this button to lock all of the doors. If all of the doors and the trunk or liftgate are closed, the hazard lamps will ﬂash once and the horn will chirp to indicate that locking has occurred and that the theft-deterrent system is active.
Page 72: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the LED fails to illuminate or if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location.
Page 73: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked.
Page 74: Central Door Unlocking System
All doors, except for the driver’s door, can be locked from the outside by pushing down the manual door lock and then closing the door. The driver’s door lock can not be pushed in while the door is open. Upon leaving the vehicle, the driver’s door can only by locked from the outside by using the key or the optional remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 75: Canceling The Rear Door Security Lock
Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks on each rear door that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1. Move the lock upward to the lock position. 2.
Page 76: Lockout Protection
Lockout Protection If your vehicle has remote keyless entry, you have lockout protection. This feature stops the driver’s door lock from locking when the driver’s door is open. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle, take your keys. All of the doors, except for the driver’s door, can be locked from the outside by pushing down the door lock and then closing the door.
Page 77 Remote Trunk Release Open the trunk on your sedan from inside your vehicle by pulling up the release lever located to the left side of the driver’s seat. When closing the trunk, close from the center to ensure it fully latches. Although you may use one hand to unlock the trunk, it is recommended that two hands on the upper surface be used to close the trunk.
Page 78 Liftgate (Hatchback) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate:...
Page 79: Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 80: Power Windows
Manual Windows On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window. The rear windows do not open fully. Power Windows If your vehicle has power windows, the switches are located on the armrest on the driver’s door.
Page 81: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. Theft-Deterrent System Your vehicle may have a theft-deterrent system. The theft-deterrent system will not arm when you lock the doors using the key or the manual door lock.
Page 82: How The System Alarm Is Activated
To avoid activating the alarm by accident, do one of the following: • Unlock the driver’s or passenger’s front door using the key. • Press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will activate the alarm when a door or the trunk or liftgate is opened.
Page 83: Immobilizer Operation
Immobilizer This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. this device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 84: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
The theft-deterrent system, however, is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle is not protected by the theft-deterrent system at this time. In an emergency, contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6. 2-18...
Page 85 Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key to four different positions. CAUTION: On manual transaxle vehicles, turning the key to LOCK and removing it will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle.
Page 86: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in any other position — that is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle.
Page 87: Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only)
Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only) Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather 0°F ( 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 88: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, the shift lever is located on the console between the seats. Movement between certain positions requires pushing the shift lever toward the passenger side while shifting. This prevents you from changing positions unexpectedly by blocking the straight movement of the shift lever while the vehicle is moving.
Page 89 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 apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P) while holding the brake pedal down, see Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 2-30.
Page 90 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4): This position is for normal driving. Notice: Driving your vehicle if you notice that it is moving slowly or not shifting gears as you increase speed may damage the transaxle. Have your vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4) for higher speeds until then.
Page 91: Hold Mode
Hold Mode If your vehicle’s transaxle has hold mode, you can select this mode to drive with some characteristics of a manual transaxle. With hold mode turned on, the automatic transaxle will stay in a speciﬁc gear range. Press the HOLD button on the shift lever console to turn on hold mode.
Page 92: Manual Transaxle Operation
Manual Transaxle Operation Five-Speed This is your shift pattern. Here is how to operate your manual 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. 2-26 You can shift into FIRST (1) when you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h).
Page 93: Shift Speeds
NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal, lift up the ring on the shift lever and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.
Page 94: Parking Brake
Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located between the bucket seats. 2-28 To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-20.
Page 95: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 96: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not 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 97: Parking Your Vehicle
4. Insert the key into the shift-lock release slot and press and hold the key. 5. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 6. Remove the key from the shift-lock release slot, insert the key into the ignition and start the engine. 7. Replace the shift-lock release slot cover. 8.
Page 98: 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. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-32 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell.
Page 99: Running Your Engine While You Are Parked
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is 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 100: Mirrors
Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from any headlamps behind you.
Page 101 Outside Power Mirror Your vehicle may have an outside power mirror control that adjusts the passenger’s side mirror. The control for the power mirror is located on the driver’s door panel, above the power window buttons. To adjust the passenger’s side mirror, press the corresponding edges located on the four-way control pad to move the mirror in the direction that you want it to go.
Page 102: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Your vehicle has shopping hooks on each front seatback for your convenience. 2-36 Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle upward. Close the glove box with a ﬁrm push. Cupholder(s) The cupholders are located in the center instrument panel, below the climate control system.
Page 103: Sunroof
Sunglasses Storage Compartment If your vehicle has this feature, the sunglasses storage compartment is located above the driver’s door. To open the sunglasses storage compartment, pull down and hold the upper part of the cover. To close the compartment, let go of the cover and the compartment will automatically close.
Page 104 NOTES 2-38...
Page 105: Instrument Panel
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-3 Other Warning Devices ...3-4 Horn ...3-4 Tilt Wheel ...3-4 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-5 Windshield Wiper Lever ...3-6 Exterior Lamps ...3-8 Interior Lamps ...3-10 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-11 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3-12 Climate Controls ...3-12 Climate Control System ...3-12 Outlet Adjustment ...3-15...
Page 106: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview...
Page 107: Hazard Warning Flashers
The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-15. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-18. C. Digital Clock and Secondary Information Center. See Clock on page 3-25 and Secondary Information Center (SIC) on page 3-24.
Page 108: Tilt Wheel
The hazard warning ﬂasher button is located on the center of the instrument panel. Your hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key is not in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps ﬂash on and off.
Page 109: Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Uplevel shown, Base similar The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane-Change Signals • Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer • Flash-to-Pass • Fog Lamps, if equipped For information on the exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-8.
Page 110: Windshield Wiper Lever
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever away from you. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on if the ignition is turned to ON.
Page 111: Windshield Washer
INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to this position to choose a delayed wiping cycle. OFF: Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers. Misting Function Move the lever toward the INT position for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the windshield wipers start;...
Page 112: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps Uplevel shown, Base similar The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. The exterior lamp band has three positions: (Headlamps): Turn the band to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the following: •...
Page 113 An indicator light on the secondary information center will come on when the DRL system is on. See Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light on page 3-33. When the DRL system is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, parking lamps and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated unless you have turned the exterior lamps control to the parking lamp or headlamp position.
Page 114: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. Turn the thumbwheel to the right to brighten the lights or to the left to dim them.
Page 115: Accessory Power Outlets
The switches have three positions. ON: The light comes on and stays on regardless of whether a door is open or closed. (Door): The light comes on when a door is opened. The light turns off when all the doors are shut. OFF: The light remains off even when a door is opened.
Page 116: Climate Controls
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray is located at the lower part of the center instrument panel. To remove the front ashtray for cleaning, open the ashtray fully, press in the retaining tab and pull the bin out. Notice: If you put papers or other ﬂammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle.
Page 117 To change the current mode, select one of the following from the right knob: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. (Bi-Level): This mode directs about half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the ﬂoor outlets.
Page 118: Defogging And Defrosting
For quick cool down on hot days, do the following: 1. Select the vent mode. 2. Select the highest fan speed. 3. Press the A/C button. 4. Select the recirculation mode. 5. Select the coolest temperature. Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry.
Page 119: Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window and Outside Mirror Defogger Your vehicle may have a rear window and outside mirror defogger. This feature will only work when the ignition is turned to ON. The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. Before using this feature, clear as much snow from the rear window as possible.
Page 120: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle may have a passenger compartment air ﬁlter. It is located behind the glove box and can be accessed after removing the glove box from its housing. The ﬁlter traps most of the pollen from air entering the module.
Page 121: 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 122: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
Page 123: 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 either miles, used in the United States, or kilometers, used in Canada. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can record the number of miles, used in the United States, or kilometers, used in Canada,...
Page 124: Safety Belt Reminder Tone
Safety Belt Reminder Tone If your vehicle has this feature, a tone will sound for several seconds when the ignition is turned to ON to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The tone will not sound if the driver’s safety belt is already buckled.
Page 125: Service
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the ﬂoor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 126: Highbeam On Light
Highbeam On Light This light comes on whenever the high-beam headlamps are on. See “Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5 for additional information. 3-22 Fuel Gage United States Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is turned to ON.
Page 127: Fuel
Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It takes a little more or less fuel to ﬁll up than the gage indicated.
Page 128: Secondary Information Center (Sic)
Secondary Information Center (SIC) The secondary information center (SIC) displays some of the warning lights and indicators. The SIC is located in the center of the instrument panel, above the center air outlets. The digital clock is also located on the center of the SIC.
Page 129: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Clock Your vehicle has a digital clock. The clock is located in the secondary instrument cluster on the center of the instrument panel, above the center air outlets. When the ignition is turned to ACC or ON, the time is displayed in the digital clock.
Page 130: Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the secondary information center (SIC), which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 131: Charging System Light
Charging System Light The charging system light will come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition, and the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. Then it should go out when the engine is started. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
Page 132: Hold Mode Light
Hold Mode Light If your vehicle has this feature, this light will come on when the hold mode is active. If the HOLD mode light ﬂashes, have your vehicle checked. See “Hold Mode” under Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-22 for additional information on this feature.
Page 133 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 134: If The Light Is Flashing
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 the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to ﬂash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle.
Page 135 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misﬁring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 136: Maintenance Schedule
Oil Pressure Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem.
Page 137: Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light This light will come on when the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) are on. A ﬂashing DRL light indicates a possible burned out headlamp, or that the vehicle may need service to repair a defective DRL relay. See “Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)”...
Page 138: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio – be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly.
Page 139: Setting Preset Stations
(Scan): Press this knob until SCAN ﬂashes on the display, then press either the up or the down arrow buttons to determine the direction for the radio to scan the stations. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press either arrow button again to stop scanning.
Page 140: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD Playing the Radio ON/OFF: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. Finding a Station AM/FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, or AM.
Page 141: Setting The Tone (Bass/Treble)
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) SOUND (Bass/Treble): Press this button until BAS appears on the display. Then turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the bass. The display will show the bass level. When ﬁnished making your selection, press this button to select the bass level. Press this button until TRE appears on the display.
Page 142: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. You can insert a CD with the ignition off. When the CD is inserted, CDP will appear on the display.
Page 143: Using An Mp3 Cd
TRACK (Previous/Next Track): Turn this knob one notch to go to the start of the current track or to go to the next track. The track number will appear on the display. The player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD with each turn of the knob. TUN (Forward/Reverse): Push and hold this knob to fast forward or to reverse through the current track.
Page 144 Root Directory The root directory will be treated as a folder. If the root directory has compressed audio ﬁles, the directory will be displayed as F1 ROOT. All ﬁles contained directly under the root directory will be accessed prior to any root directory folders.
Page 145 File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio will display the ﬁle name without the extension (such as.mp3) as the track name.
Page 146: Cd Messages
Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD. If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. All of the CD functions work the same while playing an MP3, except for those listed here.
Page 147: Radio Reception
Theft-Deterrent Feature The theft-deterrent system is designed to discourage theft of your radio. When the radio and vehicle are turned off, your radio has a blinking red light to indicate that the theft-deterrent system is activated. The theft-deterrent system also activates when the audio system has been disconnected from the battery.
Page 148: Care Of Your Cds
Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a CD is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Page 149: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Defensive Driving ...4-2 Drunken Driving ...4-3 Control of a Vehicle ...4-6 Braking ...4-6 Steering ...4-10 Off-Road Recovery ...4-12 Passing ...4-12 Loss of Control ...4-14 Driving at Night ...4-15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ...4-16 City Driving ...4-19 Driving Your Vehicle Freeway Driving ...4-20...
Page 150: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle 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: They Are for Everyone on page 1-10. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”...
Page 151: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is 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: •...
Page 152 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of liquors like whiskey, gin or vodka.
Page 153 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent.
Page 154: 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 are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 155: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
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 156 Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is 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 wheel.
Page 157: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti-lock does not 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 will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 158: Steering
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control”...
Page 159: 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 160: Off-Road Recovery
Off-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 161 • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 162: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up.
Page 163: 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. •...
Page 164: 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 does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 165 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 166: Driving Through Flowing Water
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 167: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You will 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: •...
Page 168: 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 169: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted.
Page 170: 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 171 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are 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 172: 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. Also see Tires on page 5-51. 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 173: 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 will have a lot less traction or “grip”...
Page 174: If You Are Caught In A Blizzard
Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you will 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. •...
Page 175 Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: • Turn on your hazard ﬂashers. • Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow. •...
Page 176: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
Page 177: Towing
Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. See “Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out.” For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see Tire Chains on page 5-66.
Page 178: Dinghy Towing
Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. • How far will you tow? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow.
Page 179: Dolly Towing
Dolly Towing Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground could cause transaxle damage. Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the road. Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1.
Page 180: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight or maximum load amount and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certiﬁcation label.
Page 181 The Tire and Loading Information label shows your vehicle’s seating capacity, the total weight it can properly carry and the original equipment tire size and the recommended cold tire inﬂation pressure for those tires. For more information on tires and inﬂation see Tires on page 5-51 and Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-59.
Page 182 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 1, locate the Vehicle Capacity Weight ”. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 2, locate the “Maximum Load”...
Page 183 Example 2 Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Vehicle Capacity Weight or Maximum Load for Example 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) Available Cargo Weight Total Item Vehicle Capacity Weight 1,000 lbs or Maximum Load for (453 kg) Example 3 Subtract Occupant Weight 750 lbs (340 kg) 200 lbs (91 kg)
Page 184 Certiﬁcation Label United States 4-36 Canada The Certiﬁcation label, found either on the center pillar, near the Tire and Loading Information label or on the end of the driver’s door, tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
Page 185: Towing A Trailer
And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Do not carry more than 110 lbs (50 kg) in your trunk. CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR.
Page 186 NOTES 4-38...
Page 187: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service ...5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-4 Fuel ...5-5 Gasoline Octane ...5-5 Gasoline Speciﬁcations ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-6 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-7 Filling Your Tank ...5-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-11 Hood Release ...5-11...
Page 188 Section 5 Tires ...5-51 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ...5-59 Tire Inspection and Rotation ...5-60 When It Is Time for New Tires ...5-61 Buying New Tires ...5-62 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...5-63 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-64 Wheel Replacement ...5-64 Tire Chains ...5-66 If a Tire Goes Flat ...5-66 Changing a Flat Tire ...5-67...
Page 189: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Page 190: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11.
Page 191: Fuel
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 192: California Fuel
California Fuel If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California speciﬁcations. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal speciﬁcations, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Page 193: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under your warranty.
Page 194: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle.
Page 195 The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of your vehicle. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it. If you let go of it too soon, it will spring back to the right. CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Page 196: 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 197: 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 198 3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop from its 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the retainer located on the underside of the hood. secondary hood release lever up. The secondary hood release lever is located under the front center of the hood.
Page 199 Before closing the hood, be sure all the ﬁller caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the inner fender and return the prop to its retainer. Lower the hood 12 inches (30 cm) above the vehicle and release it to latch fully.
Page 200: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you will see the following: Automatic shown, Manual similar 5-14...
Page 201: Engine Oil
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20. B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-15. C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-15. D.
Page 202: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the lower hole at the tip of the dipstick (B), then you will need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 203 • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not available, you may use SAE 10W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Page 204: Engine Oil Additives
Notice: Use only engine oil identiﬁed as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. ® GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle.
Page 205: What To Do With Used Oil
Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner. If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change your oil and ﬁlter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months — whichever occurs ﬁrst.
Page 206: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/ﬁlter is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on location. 5-20 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace every 30,000 miles (50 000 km).
Page 207: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it helps to stop ﬂame if the engine backﬁres. If it is6 not there and the engine backﬁres, you could be burned.
Page 208: Hydraulic Clutch
Hydraulic Clutch There is one reservoir for both the brake and the hydraulic clutch ﬂuid. See Brakes on page 5-36 for more information. The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self-adjusting. The master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with hydraulic ﬂuid. A ﬂuid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 209: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 5-25. A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and proper coolant will: •...
Page 210: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The engine coolant surge tank is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the driver’s side. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on location. 5-24 CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Page 211: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant If the level falls below the MIN (B) mark, add the proper coolant mixtureat the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. If the surge tank is empty, a special ﬁll procedure is necessary. See Cooling System on page 5-28 for instructions on “How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank.”...
Page 212: If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5-26 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 213: 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.
Page 214: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Cooling Fan 5-28 CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 215 The coolant level should be between the MIN (B) and MAX (A) marks on the coolant surge tank when the engine is cool. If it is not, 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.
Page 216: How To Add Coolant To The Coolant Surge Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice: This vehicle has a speciﬁc coolant ﬁll procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank.
Page 217 CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning.
Page 218 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. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator...
Page 219 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the MAX (A) mark on the coolant surge tank. Wait about ﬁve minutes, then check to see if the level is below the MAX (A) mark. If the level is below the MAX (A) mark, add additional coolant to bring the level up to the MAX (A) mark.
Page 220: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid The power steering ﬂuid reservoir is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for reservoir location. It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 221: 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 222: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your vehicle has one reservoir for both the brake and clutch hydraulic systems. It is ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down.
Page 223: Brake Wear
CAUTION: With the wrong kind of ﬂuid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake ﬂuid. Notice: • Using the wrong ﬂuid can badly damage brake system parts.
Page 224: Replacing Brake System Parts
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque speciﬁcations. Your rear drum brakes do not have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected immediately.
Page 225: Battery
Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for battery location. Warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause...
Page 226: 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 below to do it safely. CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: •...
Page 227 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlet. Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio! 4.
Page 228 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock.
Page 229 8. Now connect the black negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step.
Page 230 Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal.
Page 231: Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp Aiming If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers ﬂash their high beams at you (for vertical aim).
Page 232: Headlamps
Headlamps 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb. 3. Remove the headlamp cap. 4. Release the spring that retains the bulb. 5. Remove the old bulb. 6. Install the new bulb. 7.
Page 233: Turn Signal Lamps (Side)
6. Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the lamp housing. 7. Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb socket. 8. Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in and turning it clockwise.
Page 234: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps 1. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the front fog lamp bulb. 2. Turn the front fog lamp bulb counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Install the new bulb. 4. Connect the wiring harness connector to the front fog lamp bulb. 5-48 Sidemarker Lamps (Front) 1.
Page 235: Sidemarker Lamps (Rear)
Sidemarker Lamps (Rear) 1. Reach into the inside of the rear bumper and locate the rear sidemarker bulb socket. 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise. 3. Pull the socket out of the rear bumper. 4. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket. 5.
Page 236: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” under Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-19 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Page 237: Tires
Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual.
Page 238: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger car tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger Car Tire Example 5-52...
Page 239 (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Department of Transportation (DOT): The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Page 240 (A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone ﬂat.
Page 241: Tire Size
Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger car tire size. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “P” as the ﬁrst character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.
Page 242: Tire Terminology And Deﬁnitions
Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories.
Page 243 Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. There are 6.9 kPa’s to one psi. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles.
Page 244 Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road.
Page 245: Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
Inﬂation - Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label, 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). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-32, for the location of your vehicle’s tire and loading information label.
Page 246: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-61 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-64 for more information.
Page 247: When It Is Time For New Tires
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Speciﬁcations on page 5-91. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts...
Page 248: 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 249: 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 250: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
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 251: Used Replacement Wheels
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle. CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be...
Page 252: Tire Chains
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 253: 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 be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people.
Page 254: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The compact spare tire and tools you will need are located in the cargo area. A. Jack C. Jack Handle B. Wheel Wrench D. Screwdriver 5-68 1. Lift the trim cover. 2. Remove the foam tray from the cargo area. Remove the jack, the jack handle and the wheel wrench from the foam tray.
Page 255 3. Turn the retainer on the compact spare tire counterclockwise and remove the retainer. 4. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-75 for more information. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has wheel covers, use the jack handle to begin loosening the wheel covers.
Page 256 Hatchback shown, Sedan similar 3. Near each wheel is a notch in the frame which the jack head ﬁts in. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it ﬁts ﬁrmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the ﬂat tire.
Page 257 4. Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle. 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to ﬁt underneath the wheel well.
Page 258 8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 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. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 259 12. 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 come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 260: Storing The Flat Tire And Tools
Storing the Flat 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. Store the ﬂat tire in the compact spare tire compartment.
Page 261: 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 262: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into ﬂames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
Page 263: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Here are some cleaning tips: • Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. • Clean up stains as soon as you can — before they set. • Carefully scrape off any excess stain. • Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often.
Page 264: Cleaning Vinyl
Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. • Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you do not get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner.
Page 265: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Page 266: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint ﬁnish.
Page 267: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 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 268: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, ﬂoor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
Page 269: Vehicle Identiﬁcation
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Removes swirl marks, ﬁne scratches and Swirl Remover Polish other light surface contamination. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects ﬁnish. Cleans, shines and Foaming Tire Shine protects in one easy step, Low Gloss no wiping necessary. Medium foaming shampoo.
Page 270: Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label
Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label You will ﬁnd this label inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: • your VIN, • the model designation, • paint information and •...
Page 271: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 272 5-86 Fuses Usage CIGAR JACK Cigar Jack HORN Horn AUDIO, CLOCK Audio, Clock STOP LAMP Stop Lamp T/SIG Turn Signal METER, Instrument Panel Cluster, Hazard HAZARD Flasher METER, Instrument Panel Cluster, Clock CLOCK DOOR LOCK, Door Lock, Remote Keyless Entry BACK UP Back Up Lamp LAMP...
Page 273: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Fuses Usage DIS, Direct Ignition System, Injector INJECTOR ABS, ENG Antilock Brake System, Engine Fuse FUSE AIRBAG Air Bag HVAC HVAC Blower BLOWER BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used CLOCK, AUDIO Clock, Audio Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the...
Page 274 5-88...
Page 275 Fuses Usage H/L HI RH Head Lamp High Right Side BLANK Not Used H/L HI LH Head Lamp High Left Side BLANK Not Used H/L LOW RH Head Lamp Low Right Side Parking Lamp Right Side, ILL RH Illumination Circuit H/L LOW LH Head Lamp Low Left Side Parking Lamp Left Side, License...
Page 276 Relays BLANK Not Used RAD FAN LOW Radiator Fan Low Relay RELAY HEAD LAMP Head Lamp High Relay HIGH RELAY HEAD LAMP Head Lamp Low Relay LOW RELAY PWR WINDOW Power Window Relay RELAY FOG LAMP Fog Lamp Relay RELAY MAIN RELAY/FAN Main Relay/Fan Control Relay...
Page 277: Capacities And Speciﬁcations
Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-26 for more information. Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Brake/Clutch Fluid Cooling System Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Transaxle, Automatic Complete Overhaul...
Page 278 NOTES 5-92...
Page 279 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Introduction ...6-2 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 How This Section is Organized ...6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ...6-4 Selecting the Right Schedule ...6-5 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ...6-7 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ...6-14 Part B: Owner Checks and Services ...6-19 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-19...
Page 280: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. 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. Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and recommended ﬂuids and lubricants as prescribed in this...
Page 281: 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 GM dealer’s service department do these jobs.
Page 282: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals speciﬁed. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it.
Page 283: Selecting The Right Schedule
Selecting the Right Schedule First you will need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide which schedule to follow: Short Trip/City Deﬁnition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: •...
Page 284: Long Trip/Highway Deﬁnition
Long Trip/Highway Deﬁnition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions.
Page 285: 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. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-19 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-24.
Page 286 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 287 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect drive belts. Inspect timing belt. Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
Page 288 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 289 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Inspect drive belts. Replace timing belt. Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Page 290 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 291 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Replace fuel ﬁlter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) Inspect drive belts. Inspect timing belt. Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses.
Page 292: 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. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-19 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-24.
Page 293 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst).
Page 294 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. Inspect engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 295 Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. Inspect EVAP canister, vapor lines and solenoid valve ﬁlter.
Page 296 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. Replace passenger compartment air ﬁlter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the ﬁlter may require replacement more often. Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter.
Page 297: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
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 298: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 299: At Least Once A Year
At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant speciﬁed in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assemblies, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment and any folding seat hardware.
Page 300: Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.
Page 301: Underbody Flushing Service
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 302: 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 do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 303: Fuel 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 304: 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 which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Engine Oil Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol.
Page 305 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubricant Manual (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, Transaxle Shift in Canada 88901242) or lubricant Linkage meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, Chassis in Canada 88901242) or lubricant Lubrication meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Page 306: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date...
Page 307 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-29...
Page 308 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-30...
Page 309: Customer Assistance And Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ...7-4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ...7-5 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-6 Courtesy Transportation ...7-7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ...7-9 Customer Assistance and Information...
Page 310: Customer Assistance And Information
Information 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 311: Online Owner Center
The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days.
Page 312: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
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 – Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O.
Page 313: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Overseas – Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col.
Page 314: Roadside Assistance Program
Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872) As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program. This value-added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road.
Page 315: Courtesy Transportation
(1-800-234-8872), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438. Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Chevrolet’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 316: Transportation Options
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, your dealer can offer you one of the following:...
Page 317: Vehicle Data Collection And Event Data Recorders
Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer.
Page 318: Reporting Safety Defects
To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than • with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, •...
Page 319: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-5170 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 320: Current And Past Model Order Forms
Owner’s Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only.
Page 321 Accessory Power Outlets ... 3-11 Adding Washer Fluid ... 5-35 Additional Program Information ... 7-9 Additives, Fuel ... 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ... 5-84 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ... 3-35, 3-37 Air Bag Readiness Light ... 3-26 Air Bag Systems ... 1-50 How Does an Air Bag Restrain? ...
Page 322 Backglass Antenna ... 3-44 Battery ... 5-39 Battery Replacement ... 2-6 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ... 4-21 Body Lubrication Service ... 6-21 Brake Parking ... 2-28 System Inspection ... 6-25 System Warning Light ... 3-20 Brake Fluid ... 5-36 Brake Wear ...
Page 323 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ... 1-34 Infants and Young Children ... 1-30 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ... 1-41 Older Children ... 1-28 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ... 1-44 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ...
Page 324 Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ... 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ... 7-10 Roadside Assistance Program ... 7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ... 7-11 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ... 3-8 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light ...
Page 325 Engine (cont.) Coolant ... 5-23 Coolant Heater ... 2-21 Coolant Temperature Gage ... 3-21 Cooling System Inspection ... 6-25 Engine Compartment Overview ... 5-14 Exhaust ... 2-32 Oil ... 5-15 Overheating ... 5-25 Starting ... 2-20 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ... 5-87 Engine Coolant Level Check ...
Page 326 Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ... 3-21 Fuel ... 3-22 Speedometer ... 3-19 Tachometer ... 3-19 Gasoline Octane ... 5-5 Speciﬁcations ... 5-5 Glove Box ... 2-36 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ... 7-5 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 3-3 Head Restraints ...
Page 327 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ... 5-27 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ... 5-26 If the Light Is Flashing ... 3-30 If the Light Is On Steady ... 3-30 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard ... 4-26 If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...
Page 328 Light Air Bag Readiness ... 3-26 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ... 3-27 Brake System Warning ... 3-20 Charging Systems ... 3-27 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator ... 3-33 Door Ajar ... 3-33 Fog Lamp ... 3-32 Highbeam On ... 3-22 Low Fuel Warning ... 3-23 Malfunction Indicator ...
Page 329 Malfunction Indicator Light ... 3-28 Manual Seats ... 1-2 Manual Transaxle ... 2-20 Fluid ... 5-21 Operation ... 2-26 Manual Transaxle Check ... 6-20 Manual Windows ... 2-14 Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) –...
Page 330 Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check ... 6-23 Parking Your Vehicle ... 2-31 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6-4 Part B - Owner Checks and Services ... 6-19 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections ... 6-24 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...
Page 331 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government ... 7-11 General Motors ... 7-11 United States Government ... 7-10 Restraint System Check ... 6-20 Checking Your Restraint Systems ... 1-58 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ... 1-59 Restraint Systems Checking ... 1-58 Replacing Parts ...
Page 332 Service Bulletins ... 7-11 Service Manuals ... 7-11 Setting Preset Stations ... 3-35, 3-36 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) ... 3-35, 3-37 Sheet Metal Damage ... 5-81 Shift Speeds ... 2-27 Shifting Into Park (P) ... 2-29 Shifting Out of Park (P) ... 2-30 Short Trip/City Deﬁnition ...
Page 333 Tires (cont.) If a Tire Goes Flat ... 5-66 Inﬂation - Tire Pressure ... 5-59 Inspection and Rotation ... 5-60 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ... 5-63 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ... 5-64 Wheel Replacement ... 5-64 When It Is Time for New Tires ... 5-61 Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle ...
Page 334 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ... 3-17 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers ... 3-3 Other Warning Devices ... 3-4 Safety and Symbols ... iii Vehicle Damage ... iv Washing Your Vehicle ... 5-79 Weatherstrip Lubrication ... 6-20 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ... 5-16 What to Do with Used Oil ...

Chevrolet 2004 Aveo Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Seats and Restraint Systems

Features and Controls

Instrument Panel

Service and Appearance Care

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Quick Links

Chapters

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