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Naturally, these Chevrolet retailers knows everything there is to know about your car, and provides you with the best service possible. In fact, every retailer is equipped with the most advanced technology, technicians specially trained by us, and genuine spares. Needless to say, they are also committed to ensure your complete satisfaction.
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Contact your Throughout this manual you will find spe- 'Do not', or 'Do not do this', or 'Do not CHEVROLET retailer for information on cial notations: let this happen'. option and trim availability. • Warning * or (Option) : The asterisk and (Option)
TABLE OF CONTENTS CSIPL WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET ....................... (Information about Product Warranty, Rust Warranty & Emmision Warranty Policy) SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS ..................(Important information about safety belts and other safety features) INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ........................(Information about instruments, gauges and vehicle controls) HEATING &...
PREDELIVERY INSPECTION & VEHICLE DELIVERY ... 1-8 • SEPARATE CORROSION PROTECTION SERVICE ..1-20 • OWNER’S STATEMENT OF ACCEPTANCE ....1-9 • BODY INSPECTION RECORD ........1-21 • CHEVROLET SERVICE ..........1-11 • EMISSION WARRANTY ..........1-23 • MAINTENANCE RECORD SHEET ....... 1-17...
Talegaon Industrial Area (Phase-II), Near Floriculture Park, Talegaon Navlakh Umbhre Village Road, Tehsil-Maval, Pune - 410507, Maharashtra (“General Motors India”) warrants that your new Chevrolet Spark (“vehicle”) is free from defect in material or workmanship, subject to your compliance with the following terms and conditions mentioned hereunder and other vehicle maintenance norms as mentioned elsewhere in this service booklet.
The obligation under this New Vehicle Warranty is limited to the repair of the new motor vehicle at no charge by the CHEVROLET authorized retailer. For parts replaced during such repair the same warranty applies until the end of the New Vehicle Warranty period as stipulated herein.
1–4 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 3. WARRANTY LIMITATIONS g. Damage caused by natural disasters including but not restricted to earthquakes, storms, floods, fire and acci- The warranty will cease to exist in following conditions: dents. The owners are recommended to keep their vehicle a.
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Brake discs Gasoline q. Parts designated as requiring periodic replacement. Brake drums Air conditioner refrigerant r. Warranty repair not performed by a CHEVROLET autho- Wiper blades Other lubricants, etc. rized retailer. Light bulbs s. Charges or fees for telephone, tow, transportation charges...
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Tyres : This warranty is covered by the tyre manufacturer. The coverage period is one year. Please check with your The expenses of repair work and parts of your Chevrolet CHEVROLET retailer for details. will be covered by Chevrolet standard limited warranty in accordance with the WARRANTY &...
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WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–7 10. General Motors India Private Limited is launching the Chevrolet Spark in different cities in a phased manner. The CHEVROLET retailer responsible for delivering your Spark is qualified to provide all Spark related services within the city where he is located.
PREDELIVERY INSPECTION AND VEHICLE DELIVERY Before delivering the vehicle we carried out a thorough predelivery inspection in order to ensure that your Chevrolet vehicle is in a fault-free condition. Accompanying this ap- propriately filled out service booklet (Owner's Manual) are the tool kit and your vehicle documents.
WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–9 OWNER’S STATEMENT OF ACCEPTANCE I hereby certify that the vehicle has been delivered in an or- derly and proper operating condition, including Keys, Service booklet (Owner's Manual) and tool kit. I have read and under- stood the terms and conditions pertaining to the New Vehicle Warranty and agree to abide by the same.
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Dear Customer, PDI no. __________________________ We are confident that you and your family would be en- Date of service __________________________ joying the safe and comfortable drive of the Chevrolet Spark. Date of delivery __________________________ Retailer code __________________________ We would like to undertake a thorough check-up of the vehicle at 1000 kms or 30 days, whichever occurs earlier.
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1–12 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1000 kms Reassurance check-up General Status review Hazard indicator & all other telltale lamp Check closing efforts of doors, & other functions Cigarette lighter / Rear defogger* Under hood Check lighting system Visually check routing, leaks & Horn / Radio / Outside mirrors damage High / Low beam / Hazard signal...
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WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–13 CHEVROLET Inspection CHEVROLET Inspection 2nd Service Check 1 year / 15000 kms whichever occurs 1st Service Check 6 months / 7500 kms whichever occurs earlier earlier Regn. No. Regn. No. Delivery date Delivery date Date of service Date of service I confirm that the job has been attended to my satisfaction.
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1–14 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET Delivering Retailer’s stamp & date Delivering Retailer’s stamp & date I hereby certify that the work has been carried out as per the I hereby certify that the work has been carried out as per the schedule.
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WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–15 CHEVROLET Inspection CHEVROLET Inspection 4th Service Check 2 years / 30000 kms whichever occurs 3rd Service Check 1.5 years / 22500 kms whichever occurs earlier earlier Regn. No Regn. No. Delivery date Delivery date Date of service Date of service I confirm that the job has been attended to my satisfaction.
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1–16 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET Delivering Retailer’s stamp & date Delivering Retailer’s stamp & date I hereby certify that the work has been carried out as per the I hereby certify that the work has been carried out as per the schedule.
WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–17 MAINTENANCE RECORD SHEET (Repair category - Free Service/Paid Service/Running Repair/Accident Repair) Repair Retailer’s Stamp & Repair Cat- Name of Servicing R.O. No. kms. Details of Repair Done egory Retailer Date Signature...
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1–18 WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET MAINTENANCE RECORD SHEET (Repair category - Free Service/Paid Service/Running Repair/Accident Repair) Repair Retailer’s Stamp & Repair Cat- Name of Servicing R.O. No. kms. Details of Repair Done egory Retailer Date Signature...
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Electrolyte level must always be maintained in line with the bottom of the vent hole. In case of any drop in elec- trolyte level, add pure distilled water. NEVER ADD ACID. CHEVROLET Retailer’s • Battery is warranted for a period of one year only.
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/ underbody. The rust through warranty is not applicable if areas damaged by any reason remain unattended and become the cause of corro- sion. All repairs when required should be carried out promptly and by the CHEVROLET retailer.
BODY INSPECTION RECORD Vehicle identification number : ______________________________ In order to maintain the Chevrolet rust-through warranty, the vehicle must be subjected to an inspection by CHEVROLET retailer once a year. Any resulting work is subject to a charge. Registration number : ______________________________ Check-up 1 year after initial registration.
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BODY INSPECTION RECORD In order to maintain the Chevrolet rust-throgh warranty, the vehicle Vehicle identification number : ______________________________ must be subjected to an inspection by CHEVROLET retailer once a year. Any resulting work is subject to a charge. Registration number : ______________________________ Check-up 2 year after initial registration.
Motors India Pvt. Ltd. will replace, vehicle is discovered to be failing to meet at CHEVROLET Retailers, free of The warranty claim will be accepted the emission standard as specified in the charge, the components which are...
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(iv) Immediately approaches the nearest components covered under Emission to comply with the in-use emission CHEVROLET retailers as per the list Warranty, will not be made free of standards on the vehicle not meet- in this booklet upon discovery of...
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In case the vehicle is not serviced ments to establish compliance to Examination by CHEVROLET retail- by CHEVROLET retailers as per the the in-use emission standard as ap- ers as per the list in this booklet of list in this booklet as per the ser-...
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3. Maintenance : Maintenance as per the schedule provided in the Owner’s Manual by General Motors India Pvt. Ltd. including inspection, verification check, adjustment and replacement, if necessary. 4. Service Booklet : The scheduled service record book in Owner’s Manual, which is required to be filled by CHEVROLET retailer at the time of service.
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WARRANTY & SERVICE BOOKLET 1–27 ANNEXURE - II List of Components Covered under Emission Warranty S. No. Part name Catalytic Converter*** Exhaust Manifold Gasket Electronic Control Module MTIA Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Air Temp. Sensor Oxygen Sensor Coolant Temperature Sensor Injectors Knock Sensor Exhaust Gas Re-circulation Valve...
SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–1 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS • ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELTS ....2-2 • HEAD RESTRAINTS ..........2-9 • FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS ........2-6 • FRONT SEATS ............. 2-10 • REAR SEAT OCCUPANTS ........2-6 •...
2–2 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELTS! WHY WEAR SAFETY BELTS? WARNING Occupant protection has been the focus Safety belts are helpful for several distinct • Safety belts have been shown to be of much private and public research and reasons: the single most effective protection development for many years.
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SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–3 HOW SAFETY BELTS WORK! absorbed by the structures of the body, unbelted occupant receives no such ben- Safety belts cannot work unless they are not by the non-yielding concrete surface. efit. The unbelted person is not attached worn and worn properly.
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Each front seat and each outboard rear around your neck, over an inside belt, and injuring vulnerable body seat of your CHEVROLET vehicle is shoulder or behind your back, and parts in a crash.) equipped with a three-point safety belt not loose with slack allowing exces- •...
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SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–5 WARNING WARNING WARNING • Children in secure child seats (in a • Make periodic checks (while riding • Improper use of a safety belt can crash the forces are too great for an in the vehicle, check from time to cause serious injury.
To help reduce the risk of personal injury the neck. This assures that in the case in collisions or sudden manoeuvres, your CHEVROLET vehicle is equipped with three-point safety belts. The two front seats and the two outboard rear seating positions are each equipped with three- point safety belts.
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3. CHEVROLET recommends replacing the entire safety belt assembly after your vehicle has been in a collision. If your CHEVROLET retailer finds that no safety belt damage has occurred and that everything is in proper working order, you need not make any replace- ment.
2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. To remove the lap belt, press the release or other damage. Ask your button on the buckle. CHEVROLET retailer to replace any damaged parts. • It is dangerous to operate your ve- hicle with damaged safety belts or other parts.
SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–9 PREGNANT WOMEN AND HEAD RESTRAINTS SAFETY BELTS If the head restraint must be removed for Head restraints are designed to reduce the Safety belts work for everyone, including any reason, risk of neck injuries in case of a collision. pregnant women.
2–10 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS FRONT SEATS FRONT SEAT RECLINING ADJUSTMENT FRONT SEAT SLIDE ADJUSTMENT To tilt seatback forward or backward, lift To move the front seat forward or back- WARNING the lever up on the outside of the seat ward: If a crash occurs, front occupants in cushion until the seatback is adjusted to...
SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS 2–11 REAR SEATS FOLDING REAR SEATBACK The seatbacks can be folded down (Op- To return the seat to the passenger posi- WARNING tion) for additional cargo space. tion, lift the seatback and push it rearward Do not allow passengers to sit on the until it latches.
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2–12 SEATS AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS...
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–5 SPEEDOMETER DIGITAL TACHOMETER ODOMETER The speedometer displays the vehicle’s The tachometer indicates engine speed The odometer displays the recorded speed. in revolutions per minute (RPM). Never distance. operate the engine at higher rpm (above The reading will be indicated in metric 4500 rpm).
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3–6 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS DISPLAY SELECTION THROUGH MODE & SET PUSH BUTTON Mode button pressed once changes the Mode Push Button Sl. No. Current Display Set Push Button current Clock & Odometer display to Display changes to Battery Voltage & Refer Clock mode CLOCK, ODO Battery Voltage and Odometer display.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–7 DIGITAL CLOCK (Option) Mode button pressed once again changes TRIPMETER SETTING the current Battery voltage and odometer By pressing Mode button, Tripmeter will When the ignition switch is turned to ON display to RPM & Trip display. be displayed .
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3–8 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS DIGITAL FUEL GAUGE DIGITAL TEMPERATURE INDICATORS AND WARNING GAUGE LAMPS Indicates how much fuel remains in the fuel tank when the ignition swich is turned Indicates engine coolant temperature Your vehicle is equipped with a number when the ignition switch is turned ON.
If the oil level is normal, have your near- est CHEVROLET retailer check your vehicle’s lubricating system. S3W1078A S3W1079A...
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Take your vehicle to your nearest Make sure the parking brake is fully CHEVROLET retailer for repairs as soon released before driving the vehicle. as possible. WARNING Driving with the parking brake on...
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ON. Consult your CHEVROLET retailer to repair the problem as soon as possible. If the light does not come on when the ignition is turned ON and the parking The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) brake is engaged, you may have a problem.
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3–12 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS/HAZARD DIGITAL LOW FUEL LEVEL WARNING HIGH BEAM INDICATOR INDICATION WARNING FLASHER INDICATORS The low-fuel level warning indication will Turn signal / hazard warning flasher indi- The high beam indicator lamp turns on cators verify that the exterior turn signals come on when there is approximately 4.3 when the headlights are set to high beams.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–13 LIGHTS FRONT FOG LIGHTS INDICATOR DOOR AJAR WARNING LAMP LIGHTS SWITCH (Option) This light will come on when the fog lights This light illuminates when a door is open The light controls are located on the exte- are turned on.
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3–14 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS TURN SIGNAL LEVER To turn the head, tail and parking lamps An arrow on the Indicator and Warning RIGHT turn: Move the turn signal lever Lights Display will flash in the direction on or off, twist the end of the combina- of the turn or lane change.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–15 HIGH BEAM SWITCH PASSING LIGHT SWITCH To turn the high-beam headlamps on: To flash the high-beam headlamps, pull the CAUTION combination switch lever towards you and • Make sure the low-beam headlamps are • Always switch the high-beam release it.
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3–16 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS HEADLAMP LEVELING SWITCH FRONT FOG LAMP SWITCH (Option) HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH Fog lamps provide: Your headlights have a 4-position level- Use hazard warning flashers in the follow- ing dial located on the instrument panel ing situations: •...
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–17 WINDSHIELD WIPERS / WASHER LEVER WINDSHIELD WIPERS To operate the windshield wipers, turn the NOTE CAUTION ignition ON and move the windshield wiper/washer lever upward. Wiper blade will wear out and not wipe • Less than clear vision for the driver properly reducing forward vision.
3–18 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (Option) To spray washer fluid on the windshield: WINDSHIELD WASHER • Turn the ignition ON. CAUTION CAUTION • Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever • Less than clear vision for the driver Do not use the rear window defroster towards you.
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–19 WINDOWS MANUAL WINDOWS POWER WINDOWS (Option) To raise or lower the windows, rotate the You may operate the power windows To turn the defroster on, start the engine window regulator handle in the door when the ignition switch is ON by using and push the rear window defroster panel.
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3–20 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS KEYS POWER WINDOW LOCK BUTTON To raise the window, lift up on the switch. The power window lock button allows Two keys are provided with your new you to lock the rear and passenger win- vehicle. To lower the window, press down on the dow buttons.
In case of loss, replacement keys are The temperature inside vehicle can in- From the inside, use the manual door lock available from CHEVROLET retailers. crease rapidly and reach much higher to lock and unlock each door individually. levels than temperature outside.
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3–22 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM (Option) REAR DOOR SECURITY LOCK If your vehicle is equipped with the cen- The rear doors are equipped with locks To unlock them, open each rear door from tral locking system, you may lock or un- that help prevent passengers, especially the outside and push the lever in the lock all the doors at once.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–23 REAR CARGO AREA TAILGATE From the outside, use your key to unlock CAUTION CAUTION the Tailgate. Be sure that tailgate doesn’t hit any It can be very dangerous to drive with Turn key clockwise to unlock the tailgate. obstruction such as a standing person the tailgate open.
3–24 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS HOOD RELEASE TAILGATE RELEASE LEVER To open the hood: • Then pull up the secondary latch lever You can also open the tailgate by pulling up the tailgate release lever located near at the front of the vehicle and raise the •...
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–25 • Rotate the rod up and insert the free end To close the hood: CAUTION securely into the socket on the • While holding the hood to keep it from underside of the hood. Pull on the front edge of the hood to falling, remove the support rod from the make sure it is latched securely before socket and secure it firmly back into its...
3–26 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS DOME LAMP ASHTRAY (Option) CIGARETTE LIGHTER (Option) The dome lamp operates in three positions: The ashtray is removable and fits in the To operate the cigarette lighter: front cupholder. To open the ashtray, lift • ON: The lamp comes on and stays on •...
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Do not drive with the glove box open. • If the heated cigarette lighter does not pop out within 30 seconds, pull it out and ask your CHEVROLET retailer to repair it. It can cause injuries and damage to your vehicle.
3–28 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS SUN VISORS (Option) CUP HOLDERS SHOPPING HOOKS There are two cupholders at the front of Your vehicle has padded sun visors to Your vehicle is equipped with seatback the center console. protect the driver and passengers from shopping hooks on each front seatback.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3–29 ASSIST HANDLES LUGGAGE CARRIER (Option) luggage carrier, see your CHEVROLET re- Your vehicle has assist handles above the Use the luggage carrier to load things on tailer. front seat passenger door and the rear top of your vehicle.
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–1 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING • AIR VENTS ............4-2 • VENTILATION ............4-9 • CONTROL PANEL ..........4-3 • AIR OUTLET ............4-10 • AIR CONDITIONING ..........4-7 • OPERATING TIPS ..........4-10 • HEATING ............... 4-8 •...
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4–2 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING AIR VENTS Windshield defroster vents Floor vents Side vents The windshield defroster vents direct air The floor vents direct air into the front You can direct air through both adjustable onto the windshield. foot area. side vents towards either side of the front passenger area, or towards the side win- Center vents...
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–3 CONTROL PANEL TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB The temperature control knob controls the 5. Recirculation mode lever. 1. Temperature control knob. temperature of the air that comes through 6. Rear window defroster button (Option). 2. Fan speed control knob. the air vents.
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4–4 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING FAN SPEED CONTROL KNOB AIR DISTRIBUTION MODE KNOB Front ( You may control the rate of airflow com- Adjust the air distribution knob to the This setting directs air through center and ing from the system by turning the fan desired mode which you want to direct the side vents.
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HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–5 Floor ( Floor/Defrost ( Bi-level ( Directs most of air through the floor vents. This mode directs air through windshield Directs air in two ways. Half of the air Keep the area under the front seats clear defroster vents, front door window de- through the floor vents and the remaining in order not to block the airflow.
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4–6 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING RECIRCULATION MODE LEVER Defrost ( Slide the lever to to recirculate the air CAUTION in your vehicle. This is useful for keeping Directs air through the windshield and The exchange of fresh air is reduced the dust out or when quick heating or cool- front door window defroster vents.
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HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–7 AIR CONDITIONING A/C BUTTON To turn on the Air Conditioning (A/C): The refrigeration unit of the air condition- CAUTION ing (A/C) system cools and removes 1. Start the engine. Using your air conditioning (A/C) sys- moisture and dust from the air inside your 2.
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4–8 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING HEATING COOLING Normal cooling Maximum cooling Maximum heating To achieve maximum cooling during hot 1. Turn on the air conditioning (A/C) but- Use the maximum heating mode for quick ton. (Indicator illuminates) heating of the passenger area. Do not use weather and when your vehicle has been it for lengthy periods because the interior exposed to the sun for a long time:...
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HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–9 VENTILATION Normal heating Bi-level Ventilation 1. Turn off air conditioning (A/C). (Indi- Use this setting on cool, but sunny days. To direct air through the center and side cator goes off) vents: Warmer air will flow into the floor area and cool outside air will flow towards your 2.
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4–10 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING OPERATING TIPS AIR OUTLETS • Before using the air conditioning sys- • To quickly defog or defrost the front To open an outlet, press on its cover. windshield, use the defrosting mode, Rotate the cover to direct airflow as tem, open the windows for a few min- set the temperature to warm, and set desired.
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HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 4–11 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (Option) The ignition must be ON for this feature NOTE to work. Do not use the rear window defogger Press this button to defog your rear win- under the following conditions: dow. To turn it off, press the button again. •...
5–2 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE BREAKING-IN DRIVING PRECAUTIONS BEFORE DRIVING BEFORE ENTERING THE VEHICLE Use the following precautions for the first WARNING WARNING few hundred kilometers to improve the • Make sure all exterior light bulbs, Loose objects on the instrument panel performance and economy of your vehicle can obstruct your vision.
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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–3 WHILE DRIVING As the driver of your vehicle, you are re- of equipment while you are operating your WARNING sponsible for the safety of yourself, your vehicle. passengers and others sharing the road (Continued) WARNING with you. To discharge that responsibility, •...
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4. Remove the cap. The cap is tethered to stands void. Contact your CHEVROLET the vehicle. retailer to fix your car, incase of usage of lower or higher Octane rating fuel other than General Motors India recommenda- tion.
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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–5 5. After refueling, replace cap. Turn it Fuel filling from drums or portable con- CAUTION clockwise until you hear several clicks. tainers Avoid spilling gasoline on the painted 6. Push the fuel filler door closed until it WARNING surfaces of your car.
5–6 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE ADJUSTING THE MIRRORS OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRRORS Adjust the outside rearview mirrors so you Use the outside mirrors to get a wider view CAUTION can see each side of your vehicle, as well of the road behind your vehicle. as each side of the road behind you.
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DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–7 INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR You may fold the outside rearview mirrors The inside rearview mirror can be adjusted WARNING flat against the sides of the vehicle by manually up or down and left or right. Your view through the mirror may lose pushing the mirrors backward against Day/ Night Tilt Function (Option) some clarity when it is adjusted for...
5–8 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH • ACC • START The ignition switch, located on the right side of the steering column, has the fol- The engine can be turned off without lock- Starts the engine. When the engine starts, lowing positions: LOCK, ACC, ON and ing the steering wheel by turning the key release the key, and it will automatically...
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–9 STARTING THE ENGINE BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE MANUAL TRANSAXLE • Make sure the area around vehicle is 1. Make sure the driver and passengers CAUTION clear. are wearing their safety belts properly. • Do not operate starter motor for •...
5–10 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL TRANSAXLE 5. Without touching the accelerator pedal, To change gears, fully depress the clutch CAUTION turn the ignition to START and release pedal, move the gearshift lever into gear, • Before shifting between a forward it when the engine starts.
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1. Check behind you for other vehicles. in need of repair. and rear drum brakes and a dual circuit • Consult your CHEVROLET retailer 2. Keep a safe forward speed with plenty braking system. of space to your rear and sides.
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See your CHEVROLET retailer if an a steep hill, the brakes can temporarily adjustment is required. To set the parking brake, stop the vehicle, lose their stopping power.
DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE 5–13 DRIVING TIPS ENGINE BRAKING PARKING THE VEHICLE Parking under wet / cold weather To help use of braking effect of the engine Hold the brake pedal down and firmly ap- Under cold weather conditions, the park- compression when driving on a long ing brake can freeze in the engaged posi- ply the parking brake.
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5–14 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE SUGGESTIONS FOR MORE ECONOMI- HAZARDOUS DRIVING CAL OPERATION Fuel economy is dependent largely on When hazardous driving is encountered • Do not rest your foot on the brake your style of driving. due to water, snow, ice, mud, sand, or simi- pedal while driving.
CHEVROLET retailer. CAUTION It is very dangerous. WARNING Before attempting to drive through deep...
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5–16 DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING (Continued) • Do not sit in parked vehicle with the engine running for extended peri- ods of time. • When vehicle is stopped in an un- confined area for any amount of time, put your ventilation in fresh air mode to draw outside air inside.
EMERGENCIES 6–1 EMERGENCIES • SPARE TYRE, JACK AND VEHICLE TOOLS ..6-2 • TOWING THE VEHICLE ........6-8 • HOW TO CHANGE A FLAT TYRE ......6-3 • ROCKING YOUR VEHICLE ........6-10 • STARTING THE ENGINE WITH JUMPER CABLES ..6-6 •...
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6–2 EMERGENCIES SPARE TYRE, JACK AND VEHICLE TOOLS Your spare tyre, jack and tools are secured Secure the spare tyre under the floor cover. Jack specification in the luggage compartment. Store the jack and the tools in the storage Maximum (600 kg) of the luggage compartment.
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EMERGENCIES 6–3 HOW TO CHANGE A FLAT TYRE If a tyre goes flat, observe following safety How to change a flat tyre CAUTION instruction before you change the tyre. 1. Remove the jack, tyre changing tools Do not remove any of the nuts or bolts Tyre change safety precautions and spare tyre from the storage in the until you have raised the wheel off the...
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6–4 EMERGENCIES 9. Remove wheel nuts or bolts com- CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION pletely by turning counterclockwise. Do not attempt to raise vehicle until the • As the jack begins to raise the ve- • As the jack begins to raise the ve- 10.
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EMERGENCIES 6–5 12. Replace and lightly seat the wheel CAUTION CAUTION nuts or bolts by turning clockwise. When using the jack, the vehicle could Improperly tightened wheel nuts can 13. Turn jack handle counterclockwise become unstable and move, damaging lead to brake pulsation and rotor and lower vehicle to the ground.
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6–6 EMERGENCIES STARTING THE ENGINE WITH JUMPER CABLES CAUTION CAUTION WARNING • Before jacking, ensure parking • Do not try to start vehicle by push- • Do not allow cable terminals to brake is on and the transaxle is set ing or pulling it.
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EMERGENCIES 6–7 Attaching jumper cables Before jump starting To jump start your vehicle, connect the 4. Make the last connection to a suitable 1. Apply parking brake. jumper cables in the following order: ground, such as a steel bracket bolted 2.
Towing your vehicle with a wheel lift Once the previously discharged vehicle is If it is necessary to tow your vehicle, con- running: tact a CHEVROLET retailer or a profes- 1. Turn hazard flashers on. sional tow truck service. 2. Turn ignition switch to ACC.
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EMERGENCIES 6–9 EMERGENCY TOWING 5. Tow the vehicle with the front wheels If towing service is not available in an Also the wheels, axles, drive train, steer- off the road. emergency, your vehicle may be tempo- ing and brakes must be all in a good con- rarily towed by a cable secured to one of dition.
6–10 EMERGENCIES ROCKING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Towing Hook When towing another vehicle, use the rear If stuck in snow, mud or other loose sur- WARNING towing hook. It should be used only in an faces, the procedure below may allow you to free your vehicle.
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If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent dam- 5. Consult your CHEVROLET retailer as age to the transaxle and other parts; soon as possible. • Do not depress the accelerator pedal...
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4. Heater hoses. 5. Heater hose connections. 6. Water pump. If you find a leak or other damage, or if the coolant is still leaking, consult CHEVROLET retailer immediately. Do not drive the vehicle until these problems have been solved.
SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE • SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........7-2 • AIR CLEANER ............. 7-17 • RADIO FREQUENCY IDENTIFICATION • SPARK PLUGS ........... 7-18 (RFID) TAG* ............7-3 • DRIVE BELT ............7-19 • DRIVER’S CHECK LIST ........7-3 • BATTERY ............7-20 •...
7–2 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Never connect or disconnect the bat- .• Keep used oil, coolant, and other flu- When performing any inspection or main- tery or any transistorized components ids out of reach of children and pets. tenance work on your vehicle, take pre- while the ignition switch is ON.
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FLAT TYRE” on page 6-3.) operating before you perform any engine CHEVROLET retailer or agency authorized checks. Lamps by the Regulatory authority for the installation of new RFID tag.
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7–4 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE INTERIOR Steering • Check for excessive looseness (free play) in steering wheel. Parking brake • Make sure parking brake lever travel is appropriate. Instrument panel • Check proper operations of all instru- ment panel gauges, controls, and warn- ing lamps.
7–6 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE ENGINE OIL CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL Keep your engine properly lubricated by 1. Park vehicle on level ground. 6. Check the oil on the dipstick to make keeping the engine oil at the proper level. sure it is not contaminated.
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Adding too much oil can affect engine operation. • Do not allow oil to go above MAX mark on dipstick. Overfilling can damage your vehicle • Increasing oil consumption. • Fouling spark plugs. • Building excessive carbon deposits in the engine. S3W1169A...
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(additives) can damage the engine. • Avoid repeated or prolonged contact fic. with engine oil. • Consult your CHEVROLET retailer • Frequent short trips. before attempting to use additives. • Clean your skin and nails with soap • Frequent driving when outside tem- and water, or hand cleaner after perature remains below freezing.
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SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–9 COOLANT RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL AND MAIN- TENANCE SCHEDULE Recommended engine oil Your vehicle cooling system is filled with CAUTION silicate based coolant. See “FLUID CHART” on page 9-3. For rec- Plain water or the wrong mixture can In the correct mixture, this coolant pro- ommended engine oil and capacity.
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It is not needed to add coolant more fre- cause illness or death if swallowed. quently than the recommended inter- val. If you are adding coolant often, this may be a sign that your engine needs maintenance. Contact your CHEVROLET retailer for a check of the cooling system.
• Do not overfill the reservoir. caused by usual brake pad/lining wear. An engine fire can cause personal in- Consult your CHEVROLET retailer to de- juries and damage your vehicle and termine if the system needs repair and add other property.
SERVICES” on page 8-4. ing this job. Used brake fluid and their containers are hazardous. They can damage your • Have your CHEVROLET retailer do health and the environment. this work if you are not confident of completing the task safely.
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SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–13 RECOMMENDED MANUAL TRANSAXLE FLUID AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Recommended manual transaxle fluid 5. If the level is low, add fluid until it be- CAUTION gins to run out the filler hole. See “FLUID CHART” on page 9-3. For rec- Heat from engine, transaxle or fluid ommended manual transaxle fluid and ca- 6.
7–14 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE POWER STEERING FLUID (Option) CHECKING POWER STEERING FLUID ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL Regularly check power steering fluid level. 1. Turn the engine off. 1. Wipe the cap and the top of the reser- voir clean. The power steering fluid reservoir is lo- 2.
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SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–15 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID RECOMMENDED POWER STEERING FLUID AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before you drive, make sure the windshield Recommended power steering fluid NOTE washer fluid reservoir is at the appropri- See “FLUID CHART” on page 9-3. For rec- ate level and filled with the correct solu- To refill windshield washer fluid res- ommended power steering fluid and ca-...
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7–16 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE WIPER BLADES Check the condition of the wiper blades Replacement is necessary if: NOTE regularly. • The wiper blade is hard, brittle or Do not use a silicone-based polish on If the wiper blades are not wiping properly, cracked.
SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–17 AIR CLEANER CLEANING THE AIR CLEANER Regularly inspect and change the air If the air cleaner element is dirty, you may 6. Clean the filter by blowing compressed cleaner element according to the service try to clean it as follows: air through it in direction A opposite schedule in this manual.
INSPECTING AND REPLACING SPARK IGNITION SYSTEM PLUGS 1. Once the engine has cooled to the 5. Install each spark plug by hand as far WARNING touch, disconnect the spark plug wire as it will go. by pulling on the boot, not the cable.
• Under-tightened spark plugs can properly. Maintenance schedule cause the spark plug to become very Replace the drive belt if it is worn, cracked, hot. See “SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SER- or frayed.
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• Keep flames, sparks and smoking 2. If the belt is too loose, see your bluish powder, which are signs of cor- materials away from battery. CHEVROLET retailer for service. rosion. See the Maintenance Schedule for more 5. Remove any corrosion with a solution information.
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SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–21 BATTERY MAINTENANCE To extend the life of your vehicle’s battery, CAUTION NOTE be sure to do the following: • When reconnecting the cable to the Batteries contain toxic material. Used • Keep the battery mounted securely. batteries can be hazardous to health battery, be careful to ensure the •...
Then, when you press the brake pedal by See your CHEVROLET retailer, if the park- The rear brakes, and even other parts hand, measure the distance the pedal of the vehicle, may be damaged.
CAUTION 3. If free play differs from that specified Consult your CHEVROLET retailer as soon The catalytic converter can be damaged above, have your CHEVROLET retailer, as possible if any of the following occur: by imperfect combustion if you keep adjust the clutch pedal or linkage.
Make sure to have all your vehicle main- vehicle has been stopped. MAINTENANCE tenance done by a CHEVROLET retailer. This will insure that: WARNING • All vehicle components operate cor- • Never overload your vehicle.
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If your tyres or wheels are damaged or show abnormal wear, consult your CHEVROLET retailer.
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7–26 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE TYRE ROTATION WARNING Replace tyres when the tread wear indica- Front and rear tyres perform different jobs • Use the recommended wheels and tors become visible. The wear indicators and can wear differently. wheel lug nuts/bolts only. appear between the tread grooves when Normally, the front tyres will wear faster the tread depth is 1.6 mm (0.06 in) or less.
SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–27 FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS The wiring circuits in your vehicle are Spare fuses and a fuse extractor are located Additional fuses are located in the engine protected from short circuits by a in the engine compartment fuse block. compartment.
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7–28 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSE BLOCK I.P FUSE BOX 1. Daytime Running Lights* CAUTION 10 10 2. Indicator/Warning Lights Display CLUSTER CLUSTER Do not use a tool that can conduct elec- tricity when removing a blown fuse. 3.
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SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–29 ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BLOCK 1. Air Conditioning Compressor SPARE 2. Fan Low A/C COMP MAIN RELAY RELAY SPARE SPARE 3. Fan Hi H/L LO RH 4. Antilock Brake System* SPARE SPARE H/L HI A/C COMP COOLING FAN FRT FOG LOW RELAY...
7–30 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE BULB REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS 1. Open the hood. CAUTION CAUTION 2. Remove the two bolts. Halogen bulbs contain pressurized Clean halogen bulbs with alcohol or gas and may burst if dropped or 3. Disconnect the wiring harness connec- mineral spirits and a lint-free cloth.
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SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–31 PARKING LAMPS FRONT TURN SIGNAL LAMPS 6. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb. 1. Open the hood. 1. Open the hood. When installing the new bulb into the 2. Remove the headllamp assembly. 2.
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3. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb. from the socket. It is recommended that you have your 4. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb. CHEVROLET retailer perform this service. Make sure to push the light assembly back to its original position.
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SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–33 TAILLIGHTS, STOPLAMPS, BACKUP CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOPLAMP SPORTY REAR SPOILER (Option) LAMPS AND REAR TURN SIGNALS High mount stop lamp is incorporated in 1. Open the rear hatch. 1. Open the rear hatch. the rear spoiler at the rear and it glows 2.
7–34 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE VEHICLE CARE DOME LAMP LICENSE PLATE LAMP CLEANING AGENTS 1. Use the flat edge of a screwdriver to pry 1. Remove the two screws and the lamp Follow the manufacturer’s advice when- the lens away from the headliner. cover.
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SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–35 CARE AND CLEANING OF THE INTERIOR When cleaning the inside or outside of Open the doors to allow proper ventilation CAUTION your vehicle, do not use cleaning materi- when you use any cleaning agents or als such as the following, except as noted other chemicals in the vehicle interior.
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We recommend replacing the entire safety the rear window. belt assembly after your vehicle has been Such damage can impair the driver’s in a collision. If a CHEVROLET retailer vision. finds that no safety belt damage has oc- curred in an accident, and that everything is in proper working order, then you don’t...
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SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE 7–37 CARE AND CLEANING OF THE EXTERIOR Cleaning the outside of the windshield Washing your vehicle We designed your vehicle to withstand normal environmental conditions and Wax or other material on the windshield or The best way to preserve the finish of natural elements.
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7–38 SERVICE AND VEHICLE CARE CORROSION PROTECTION We designed your vehicle to resist corro- Polishing and waxing Cleaning aluminum wheels and wheel sion. Special materials and protective fin- covers Periodically polish your vehicle to remove ishes used on most parts of your car help surface residue.
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Mishandling of such potentially haz- Other cleaners may permanently dam- flushing with water. ardous materials can cause permanent age the paint. environmental damage. If you wish, your CHEVROLET retailer can provide this service for you.
CHEVROLET NORMAL CONDITIONS You are responsible for properly operating retailer who will have well-trained techni- and maintaining your vehicle in accor- The normal condition for driving means cians and genuine parts.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 8–3 Additional Operations • Driving on hilly or mountainous terrain. The time allowance for additional opera- • Towing a trailer. tions, such as toothed belt replacement, • Driving in heavy city traffic where the are not included in the standard scope outside temperatures regularly reach of service, and are charged separately.
Engine Oil and Engine Oil Filter (1) (3) Cooling System Hose and Connections Engine Coolant (3) Fuel Filter Fuel Line and Connections Air Cleaner Element (2) Igniting Timing Spark Plugs Ignition Cable Valve Clearance Charcol Canister and Vapor Lines PCV System Timing Belt Chart Symbols: Inspect these items and their related parts.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 8–5 For vehicles with normal annual mileage. Kilometers or time in months, whichever comes first MAINTENANCE INTERVAL MAINTENANCE ITEM CHASSIS AND BODY Exhaust Pipe and Mountings Brake Fluid (3) (4) Front Brake Pads and Discs (5) Rear Brake Drums and Linings (5) Parking Brake Brake Line and Connections (Including Booster) Rear Hub Bearing and Clearance...
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ITEM CHASSIS AND BODY (continued) Tire Condition and Inflation Pressure Wheel Alignment (6) As and when required or as suggested by CHEVROLET retailer. Wheel Balancing (6) As and when required or as suggested by CHEVROLET retailer. Steering Wheel and Linkage...
9–2 TECHNICAL INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS VIN PLATE LOCATION ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) The engine number is stamped on the This number is the legal identifier for your plate is attached to the top of the front cylinder block under the No.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 9–3 FLUID CHART Item Capacity Service Interval Classification Change every 15,000 kms or 1 year (which- ever is earlier). Under severe condition 3.2 L Engine oil (Including oil filter) change every 7,500 kms or 6 months (which- 5W-30 API SM GF4 ever is earlier).
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9–4 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ENGINE OIL Engine API classification of engine oil Select an oil viscosity based on the outside air temperature. Do not switch to a different viscosity in the event of brief temperature fluctuations. The International Lubricant Standardiza- tion and Approval Committee (ILSAC) and American Petroleum Institute (API) classify engine oils according to their per- formance quality.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 9–5 BULB SPECIFICATIONS Bulbs Wattages x Quantity Remarks Headlamp (High/Low) 60/55W x 2 Halogen bulb Parking lamp 5W x 2 Turn signal lamp 21W x 2 Amber Front Fog lamp (Option) 27W x 2 Halogen bulb Side turn signal lamp 5W x 2 Turn signal lamp 21W x 2...
Reverse 3.272 Fuel system Multi-point injection Final drive ratio 4.440 Octane rating See Page No. 5-4 Type R BPR5EY-11 Spark plug Gap (mm) 1.0 ~ 1.1 Battery Rating (V-AH) 12 - 35 Alternator (V-A) 12 - 65 Starter (V-kW) 12 - 0.8...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION 9–7 CHASSIS BRAKE SYSTEM Chassis Brake system McPherson struts Hydraulic, Vacuum assisted, Front suspension type Type with stablizer bar Diagonal - dual circuit, with Rear suspension type Torsion beam axle auto slack adjuster Rack & Pinion system Front wheel Solid disc Type Manual...
SERVICE NETWORK 10–1 SERVICE NETWORK • CHEVROLET SALES INDIA • SOUTH ZONE ........... 10-15 SALES AND SERVICE NETWORK ..... 10-3 • EAST ZONE ............10-21 • NORTH ZONE ............. 10-4 • INTERNATIONAL ..........10-24 • WEST ZONE ............. 10-10...
SALES AND SERVICE NETWORK Indicates Retailer (Sales and Service) Indicates Chevrolet Authorized Service Center Authorized Service Center (ASC) are authorized to carry out Periodic Maintenance (Free/Paid, Minor Running Repair) only. The list of authorized Retailer / ASC are mentioned herein as of August, 2013. For any change in authorized Retailer / ASC, please visit...
10–4 SERVICE NETWORK ✬ Arya Automobiles Showroom 2 : NORTH ZONE Showroom : A-2/6, Safdarganj Enclave, Plot No. 193, Metro Pillar No. 543, Africa Avenue, New Delhi - 110 029 STATE - DELHI Main Rohtak Road, Mundka, New Delhi - 110041 Tel.
SERVICE NETWORK 10–15 HYDERABAD SOUTH ZONE Workshop 1 : ✬ Kun Automobiles (P) Ltd. B-45/46, Industrial Estate, Near Andhra Bank Sanatnagar, Showroom & Workshop 1 : Hyderabad - 500 018 STATE - ANDAMAN & NICOBAR Plot No. 74, Snehapuri Colony, Near Andhra Bank, Tel.
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Tel. : 080 - 49155858 Tel.: 0891 - 2572222, 4444 ✬ Fax: 0891 - 6645555 Kropex India Ltd. ✬ K.H.T. Chevrolet (A Division Of Morzaria Showroom & Workshop : Real Tech Private Limited) 49/1, Singasandara, Hosur Main Road, Showroom : Bangalore - 560 068 No: 725, West of Cord Road, Rajajinagar, Tel.
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