User Manuals: Chevrolet El Camino 1983 Utility Coupe

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Chevrolet El Camino 1983 Owner's Manual (104 pages)

Brand: Chevrolet | Category: Automobile | Size: 17 MB

Introduction
4
Special Note
4
GM Continuous Protection Plan
4
Symbol Chart
5
Table of Contents
6
Important Information
7
Vehicle Loading
7
Overloading
7
Maximum Front and Rear Axle Weights
7
Certification Label
8
Tires
8
Camper Usage
8
Before Driving
9
Driver Daily Checklist
9
Before Driving off
9
Guard against Theft
9
Keys
10
Door Locks
10
Power Door Locks
10
Power Windows
11
Mirrors
11
Inside Rearview Mirror
11
Outside Rearview Mirror
11
Seat Controls
12
Manually Operated Front Seats
12
Front Seatback Latches
12
Seat Belt Systems
13
Lap-Shoulder Belt
13
Head Restraints
13
Lap Belts for Center Seat Passenger
15
Seat Belt Inspection
15
Seat Belt Light
16
Buzzer Reminder
16
Restraint of Pregnant Women
16
Child Restraint
16
Starting and Operating
18
Engine Exhaust Gas Caution
18
Carbon Monoxide
18
New Vehicle Break-In Period
19
Trailer Towing
19
Maintenance
19
Break-In Schedule
20
Hitches
20
Trailer Towing Tips
21
Getting Started
21
Engine Cooling
21
Long Uphill Grades
21
Fuel Requirements
22
Gasohol
22
Gasolines Containing Alcohol
23
Diesel Engine Service
23
Diesel Fuel Requirements
23
Cold Weather Operation
24
Water in Fuel
24
Operation in Foreign Countries
25
Steering Column Controls
26
Fuel Selection
26
Anti-Theft Steering Column Lock
26
Parking
27
Turn Signal and Multi-Function Lever
27
Turn Signal
27
Lane Change Signal
27
Headlight Beam Changer
28
Standard Windshield Wiper
28
Delay Windshield Wiper
28
Operating Tips
29
Starting the Gasoline Engine
29
Cold Engine
29
All Engines
29
Warm Engine
30
If Engine Fails to Start after Normal Starting
30
Driving through Water
30
Starting the Diesel Engine
30
Cold Weather Starting
31
If Engine Fails to Start
32
Engine Block Heater Usage
32
Transmission
33
Descending a Grade
33
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
33
Automatic Transmissions
33
Power Steering
34
Tilt Steering Wheel
35
Cruise Control with Resume Feature
35
To Engage at Cruising Speed
35
To Change Cruising Speed
35
To Resume a Pre-Set Speed
36
To Disengage
36
To Pass a Vehicle
36
Horn
37
Hazard Warning Flasher
37
Floor Controls
37
Braking System
37
Self-Adjusting Brakes
38
Parking Brake
38
Torque Lock
38
Instrument Panel and Controls
39
Disc Brake Wear Indicators
39
Speedometer
39
Odometer
39
Oil/Choke Indicator Light
40
Oil Pressure Light
40
Engine Coolant Temperature Light
40
Overview
41
Generator Indicator Light
42
Check Engine Light
42
Wait Indicator Light
42
Water in Fuel Indicator Light
42
Brake System Warning Light
43
Tachometer
43
Voltmeter
43
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
44
Oil Pressure Gage
44
Light Switch
44
Headlight High Beam Indicator Light
45
Headlight on Warning Buzzer
45
Quartz Analog Clock
45
Cigarette Lighter
45
Lower Air Vents
46
Heater System
46
Fan Lever
46
Temperature Control Lever
47
AIR Selector Lever
47
Air Conditioning System
47
Air Seslector Lever
48
Temprerture Control Lever
48
Air Outlets
48
Delco Sound Systems
48
General Information
49
Speakers
49
FM Reception
49
Stereo Sound
49
Tape and Tape Player Care
50
AM Monaural Radio
50
AM-FM Monaural Radio
50
AM-FM Stereo Radio
50
AM-FM Stereo with Stereo Cassette Tape
51
Mobile Radio Systems
51
Fixed Mast Antenna
51
Other Controls and Features
52
Power Antenna
52
Limited Slip Rear Axle
52
Superlift Shock Absorbers
52
In Case of Emergency
53
Four-Way Hazard Warning Flasher
53
Emergency Starting Your Vehicle Due to a Discharged Battery
53
Jump Starting
53
Engine Cooling System Overheating
55
If the Coolant Lever in the Recovery Tank Is Low
56
Jacking
57
Stowage of Tire and Jack
57
Wheel Nut Torque
57
Spare Tire
57
Stowage Instructions
58
Wire Wheel Cover Removal
59
Wire Wheel Cover with Special Lock Kit
59
Towing
60
Freeing Vehicle from Sand, Mud, Snow or Ice
60
Extended Vehicle Storage
60
Appearance Care
61
Care and Cleaning of the Interior
61
GM Cleaners
61
Cleaning General Soilage or Water Spots from Fabric-Type Trim
62
Spot Cleaning Fabric-Type Trim
62
Removal of Specific Stains
63
Grase or Oil Stains
63
Non-Greasy Stains
63
Combination Stains
63
Washing Your Vehicle
64
Polishing and Waxing
64
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
64
Corrosion Protection
64
Finish Damage
65
Underbody Maintenance
65
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials
66
Service and Maintenance
67
Replacement Fasteners
67
Maintenance Schedule
67
Fuel Cap
68
Catalytic Converter
68
Computer Command Control System
68
Altitude Adjustments or Modifications
69
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
69
Checking Oil Level
69
Choosing the Right Quality Oil
69
Choosing Oil Viscosity
70
Energy Conserving Oils
70
Oil Identification Logo
70
Change Intervals
71
Engine Oil Additives
71
Used Oil Disposal
71
Diesel Engine Cleaning
74
Checking Fluid Level
74
Engine Cooling System
75
Automatic Transmission Drain Intervals
75
Cooling System Care
76
Cooling System Service
76
Coolant Replacement
77
Thermostat
78
Radiator Pressure Cap
78
Rear Axle, Standard
78
Rear Axle, Limited Slip Differential
78
Hood Latches and Hood Hinge
79
Brake Master Cylinder
79
Power Steering System
79
Front Suspension and Steering Linkage
79
Freedom Battery
80
Front Wheel Bearings
80
Air Conditioning
80
Inflation Pressure
81
Tire Load and Inflation Pressures
82
Inspection and Rotation
83
Alignment and Balance
84
Traction
84
Tire Chains or Similar Traction Devices
84
Tire Replacement
85
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
85
Treadwear
86
Temperature
86
Wheel Replacement
87
Owner Assistance
88
Specifications
94
Dimensions
94
Capacities
94
Battery
95
Tire Information
95
Replacement Parts and Filters
95
Fuses and Circuit Breaker
96
Lamp Bulb Data
97
General Data
98
Vehicle Identificaiton Number
98
Engine Identification
98
Engine Code Identification
98
Service Station Information
99
Index
100

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