Geo Geo Prizm 1997 Manuals

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Geo Geo Prizm 1997 Owner's Manual (373 pages)

Brand: Geo | Category: Automobile | Size: 18 MB

Manual Contents
3
How to Use this Manual
5
Vehicle Damage Warnings
6
Vehicle Symbols
7
Seats and Restraint Systems
9
Seats and Seat Controls
10
Reclining Front Seatbacks
11
Head Restraints
12
Rear Folding Seatback
12
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone
14
Why Safety Belts Work
15
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
18
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
19
Driver Position
20
Lap-Shoulder Belt
20
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster
22
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
27
Right Front Passenger Position
28
Air Bag System
28
How the Air Bag System Works
30
Where Are the Air Bags?
30
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?
31
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?
31
How Does an Air Bag Restrain
32
What will You See after an Air Bag Inflates?
32
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Geo
33
Rear Seat Passengers
34
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
34
Center Passenger Position
37
Lap Belt
37
Children
38
Smaller Children and Babies
38
Built-In Child Restraint
40
Adjusting the Harness Height
42
Securing a Child in the Built-In Child Restraint
48
Removing the Child from the Built-In Child Restraint
52
Storing the Built-In Child Restraint
53
Child Restraints
54
Where to Put the Restraint
55
Top Strap
56
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
56
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position
59
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
60
Larger Children
63
Safety Belt Extender
66
Checking Your Restraint Systems
66
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
67
Features and Controls
69
Keys
70
Door Locks
72
Power Door Locks
73
Rear Door Security Locks
73
Leaving Your Vehicle
74
Trunk
75
Trunk Lock Release
75
Remote Trunk Lock Release
76
Key in the Ignition
76
Theft
76
Parking at Night
76
Yew Vehicle Break-In
77
Ignition Switch
77
Lock (A)
77
Acc (B)
78
Start (D)
78
Starting Your Engine
79
Automatic Transaxle
79
Manual Transaxle
79
Starting Your L4 Engine
79
Automatic Transaxle Operation
81
Reverse (R)
82
Neutral (N)
82
Drive (D)
83
Second (2)
83
Low (L)
83
Overdrive
84
Manual Transaxle Operation
84
5-Speed
84
Parking Brake
86
Manual Transaxle Recommended Shift Speeds
86
Shifting into PARK (P)
88
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
89
Shifting out of PARK (P) (Automatic Transaxle)
89
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle)
89
Parking over Things that Burn
90
Engine Exhaust
90
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transaxle)
91
Windows
92
Power Windows
92
Horn
92
Tilt Wheel
93
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
93
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator
94
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
94
Flash-To-Pass
94
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
95
Windshield Washer
96
Cruise Control
96
Resuming a Set Speed
98
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
99
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
99
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
99
Exterior Lamps
100
Headlamps
100
Using Cruise Control on Hills
100
Ending out of Cruise Control
100
Lamps on Reminder
101
Daytime Running Lamps / Automatic Headlamp Control
101
Interior Lamps
102
Instrument Panel Brightness Control
102
Dome Lamp
102
Mirrors
103
Reading Lamp
103
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
103
Outside Manual Adjust Mirrors
104
Power Remote Control Mirrors
104
Convex Outside Mirror
104
Storage Compartments
105
Glove Box
105
Door Storage Compartments
105
Cupholder
105
Ashtrays and Lighter
106
Console Storage Area
106
Sun Visors
107
Visor Vanity Mirrors
107
Sunroof
108
Instrument Panel
110
Standard Cluster
112
Optional Cluster
113
Speedometer and Odometer
114
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
114
Tachometer
114
Safety Belt Reminder Light
115
Air Bag Readiness Light
115
Charging System Light
116
Brake System Warning Light
116
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
117
Anti-Lock Brake System Active Light
118
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
119
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
119
If the Light Is Flashing
120
If the Light Is on Steady
121
Engine Oil Pressure Light
122
Overdrive off Light
123
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light
123
Rear Window Defogger Light
123
Fuel Gauge
124
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
125
Climate Control System
126
Airflow Knob
126
Fan Knob
126
Temperature Knob
126
Heating
127
Air Intake Lever
127
Air Conditioner Controls
127
Bi-Level
128
Ventilation System
128
Defogging and Defrosting
129
Rear Window Defogger
129
Ventilation Tips
129
Audio Systems
130
Setting the Clock for AM-FM Stereo
130
AM-FM Stereo
131
Playing the Radio
131
Finding a Station
131
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player
132
Setting the Tone
132
Adjusting the Speakers
132
Playing a Cassette Tape
134
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player
135
Playing a Compact Disc
138
Theft-Deterrent Feature
139
Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature
140
Understanding Radio Reception
141
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature after a Power Loss
141
Tips about Your Audio System
141
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
142
Care of Your Compact Discs
143
Antenna
143
Your Driving and the Road
145
Defensive Driving
146
Drunken Driving
146
Control of a Vehicle
150
Braking
150
Anti-Lock Brakes
151
Braking in Emergencies
153
Using Anti-Lock
153
Power Steering
154
Steering Tips
154
Driving on Curves
154
Steering in Emergencies
155
Off-Road Recovery
156
Passing
156
Loss of Control
158
Skidding
158
Driving at Night
159
Night Vision
160
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
161
Driving through Deep Standing Water
163
Hydroplaning
163
Other Rainy Weather Tips
163
City Driving
164
Freeway Driving
165
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
166
Highway Hypnosis
167
Hill and Mountain Roads
167
Winter Driving
169
Driving on Snow or Ice
170
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard
171
Loading Your Vehicle
173
Towing a Trailer
175
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
176
Weight of the Trailer
177
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
177
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires
178
Hitches
178
Safety Chains
179
Trailer Brakes
179
Driving with a Trailer
179
Following Distance
180
Backing up
180
Making Turns
180
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
181
Driving on Grades
181
Parking on Hills
181
When You Are Ready to Leave after Parking on a Hill
182
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
182
Problems on the Road
183
Hazard Warning Flashers
184
Jump Starting
185
Other Warning Devices
185
Towing Your Vehicle
189
Front Towing
191
Rear Towing
193
Engine Overheating
195
If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
195
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
196
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
199
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
202
If a Tire Goes Flat
205
Changing a Flat Tire
205
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
206
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
209
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
215
Compact Spare Tire
216
If You’re Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
217
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
218
Using the Recovery Hooks
218
Service and Appearance Care
219
Doing Your Own Service Work
220
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
221
Fuel
221
Fuels in Foreign Countries
223
Filling Your Tank
223
Remote Fuel Door Release Lever
224
Checking Things under the Hood
226
Hood Release
226
Engine Oil
230
Checking Engine Oil
231
When to Add Oil
231
What Kind of Oil to Use
232
Engine Oil Additives
235
When to Change Engine Oil
235
What to Do with Used Oil
235
Air Cleaner
236
Automatic Transaxle Fluid Check and Change
237
Manual Transaxle Fluid
240
How to Add Automatic Transaxle Fluid
240
Hydraulic Clutch
241
Engine Coolant
242
Checking Coolant
244
Adding Coolant
244
Radiator Pressure Cap
245
Thermostat
245
Power Steering Fluid
245
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
246
What to Use
246
Windshield Washer Fluid
247
Adding Washer Fluid
247
Brakes
248
Brake Fluid
248
Brake Wear
250
Brake Pedal Travel
251
Brake Adjustment
251
Battery
252
Replacing Brake System Parts
252
Vehicle Storage
252
Halogen Bulbs
253
Front Sidemarker Lamps
255
Front Turn Signal Lamps
255
Parking Lamp
256
Rear Combination Lamps
257
Back-Up Lamps
259
Tires
259
Inflation - Tire Pressure
260
Tire Inspection and Rotation
261
When It’s Time for New Tires
262
Buying New Tires
263
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
263
Treadwear
264
Traction - A, B, C
264
Temperature - A, B, C
264
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
265
Wheel Replacement
265
Tire Chains
266
Used Replacement Wheels
266
Appearance Care
267
Cleaning the Inside of Your Geo
267
Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric
268
Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric
268
Fabric Protection
268
Special Cleaning Problems
269
Cleaning Vinyl
269
Cleaning the Built-In Child Restraint
270
Care of Safety Belts and Built-In Child Restraint Harness
270
Cleaning Leather
270
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
270
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
271
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades
271
Weatherstrips
271
Cleaning the Outside of Your Geo
272
Washing Your Vehicle
272
Finish Care
272
Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses
272
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
273
Cleaning Tires
273
Sheet Metal Damage
273
Finish Damage
274
Underbody Maintenance
274
Chemical Paint Spotting
274
Appearance Care Materials Chart
275
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
276
Service Parts Identification Label
276
Electrical System
276
Add-On Electrical Equipment
276
Windshield Wipers
277
Power Windows and Other Power Options
277
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
277
Driver’s Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block
278
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
279
Engine Compartment Fuse/Relay Block
280
Passenger’s Side Kick Panel
281
Replacement Bulbs
282
Capacities and Specifications
282
Replacement Parts
283
Vehicle Dimensions
284
Maintenance Schedule
285
Your Vehicle and the Environment
286
Scheduled Maintenance Services
288
Selecting the Right Schedule
288
Short Trip/City Definition
289
Short Trip/City Intervals
289
Long Trip/Highway Definition
290
Long Trip/Highway Intervals
291
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
292
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule
321
Owner Checks and Services
334
Checks at each Fuel Fill
334
At Least Twice a Year
335
At Least Once a Year
336
Starter Switch Check
336
Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
337
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
337
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK (P) Mechanism Check
338
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
339
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
340
Customer Assistance Information
345
Index
359
Service Station Checkpoints Diagram
370

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