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1. 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 To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Clutch Release Arm Play Service Adjust the linkage whenever there is little or no play Check the linkage every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or less The clutch play should be checked at the clutch release arm on the transaxle not at the clutch pedal 7 43 Part D Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT and L
2. 0 1 3 2 VIN Engine Code 2 1 3 4 2 Horsepower VIN Engine Code 6 55 hp 5700 rpm VIN Engine Code 2 79 hp 6000 rpm Fuel Delivery Fuel Injection Piston Displacement VIN Engine Code6 61 CID 1 0L VIN Engine Code2 79 CID 1 3L Valve Arrangement In Head Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Air Cleaner Filter AC Type A1203C Battery cree nes Dial We Oa ate g 26R 50S Engine Oil Filter 0 AC Type PF53 Fuel Filter s sennou GM Part No 96068664 or equivalent PCV Valve GM Part No 96051849 Radiator Pressure Cap 13 psi 90 kPa Spark Plugs 1 0L L3 Engine AC Type R42XLS 0 039 to 0 045 inch gap 1 0 to 1 1 mm 1 3L L4 Engine NGK Type BKR6E11 0 039 to 0 045 inch gap 1 0 to 1 1 mm 1 3L L4 Engine Denso Type K20PR U11 0 039 to 0 045 inch gap 1 0 to 1 1 mm 6 59 Vehicle Dimensions Length 6 60 149 4 inches 379 0 cm 164 0 inches 417 0 cm 62 6 inches 159 0 cm 62 6 inches 159 0 cm 54 7 inches 139 0 cm 55 4 inches 140 0 cm Wheelbase Coupe 006 93 1 inches 237 0 cm Sedan 000 93 1 inches 237 0 cm Front Tread COUPE seriy dee amads dees 54 5 inches 138 0 cm Sedan 000 54 5 inches 138 0 cm Rear Tread COUPE ac esene iaee bees 53 5 inches 136 0 cm Sed
3. An Emission Control Service Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Change manual transaxle fluid or every 12 months whichever occurs first Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 18 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 63 000 Miles 105 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE 66 000 Miles 110 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first ooo i See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC s 7 19 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 72 000 Miles 120 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first
4. DOOR LOCK PROTECT UNLOCK EYES BY SHIELDING PARKING M SYSTEM CAUSTIC CAUSE BURNS BELTS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES HAZARD WARNING FLASHER S COOLANT wa SPEAKER Y WINDOW POWER f4 DAYTIME DEFOGGER winpow _ RUNNING _ LAMPS PRESSURE t7 SPARKOR ily COULD Ew VENTILATING EXPLODE AIR BAG TN FOG Lawes FE ANTI LOCK Ges BATTERY BRAKES LAMPS MN BATTERY FASTEN TADSIELE HORN be ACID COULD ke SEAT BRAKE O Service Station Guide Engine Oil Dipstick Oil Viscosity See Section 6 Engine Oil For a More Detailed Look at What s Under the Hood See Section 6 W Hood Release o XI See Section 6 AF Cooling System See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 See Section 5 Fuel a Battery 6 Use unleaded gas only Windshield Washer See Section 87 Octane or higher Fluid See Section 6 See Section 6 lt gt Section1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts 1 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 22 Air Bag System 1 9 Safety Belts They re for Everyone 1 28 Rear Seat Passengers 1 13 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About 1 32 Children Safety Belts and the Answers 1 35 Child Restraints 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 46 Larger Children 1 14 Driver Position 1 49 Safety B
5. Fuse 10 11 12 13 14 15 Usage Door Lock System If Equipped Hazard Lamps Horn Ignition System Gages Warning and Indicator Lights Automatic Transaxle Speed Sensor Heater Air Conditioning If Equipped Stoplamps Lighter Radio Back Up Lamps Turn Signal Lamps Rear Defogger If Equipped Front and Rear Wiper Washer Not Used Not Used Not Used Engine Compartment Fuse Block The main fuse box is in your engine compartment on the driver s side For access to the main fuses squeeze the tabs on the sides and pull off the cover fa 2 5 n Q D gJ E 5 j 4 USE THE DESIGNATED FUSES ONLY C C J Fuse Usage BATT All Electrical Load ABS ABS System IG Accessory Ignition Windshield Wipers Defrost Defog Heater Back Up Lamps LAMP Taillamps Stoplamps Hazard Headlamps PTC PTC Heater FI Fuel Injection RDTR Radiator Fan Motor A C Air Conditioner 6 57 Replacement Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Back Up 4 reet ersre rere teree eeki pds 921 GM Part No 96059983 or equivalent Center High Mounted Stoplamp 921 GM Part No 96059983 or equivalent DOME 2 head cape ch ead os GM Part No 94153335 Front Parking and Sidemarker 168 GM Part No 96053293 or equivalent Headlamp Halogen GM Part No 9441731 or GM Part No 91171148 or equivalent License Plate c sc83 ose
6. 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 Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame 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 When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside 6 46 Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach e Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and pain
7. rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Change manual transaxle fluid or every 12 months whichever occurs first 1 5 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL SERVICED BY e p a SERVICED BY An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions ooo i Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 7 10 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 18 000 Miles 30 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC s 24 000 Miles 40 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 month
8. ACTUAL An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Change manual transaxle fluid or every 12 months whichever occurs first 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL SERVICED BY rane y a SERVICED BY An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions ooo i Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 7 20 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 78 000 Miles 130 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000
9. Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index 2 23 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high beam to low push the turn signal away from you To switch back to low beams pull the lever toward you When the high beams are on this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on It will go off when you switch to the low beams Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass To use it pull the turn signal multifunction lever toward you until the high beam headlamps come on then release the lever to turn them off 2 24 Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk with the windshield wiper symbol on it up or down For steady wiping at low speed move the stalk down to LO For high speed wiping move the stalk down to HI To stop the wipers move the stalk to OFF If your vehicle is equipped with intermittent wipers you can use this function by moving the stalk to INT In light rain or snow you might want to use this position rather than continuous wiping Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade in
10. When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C Athigh speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to drive longer 6 19 Checking the Fluid Level Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes 1 Locate the dipstick with the red loop just in front of your battery Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 6 20 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be between the two notches in the hot range 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to det
11. re reclined like this CAUTION Continued The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Driver s Seatback Latch 2 Door The driver s seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat To fold a seatback forward lift this latch and the seatback will fold forward To return the seatback to the upright position just push the seatback rearward When you return the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is locked 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 Easy Entry Seat If Equipped The passenger s seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat When you pull up on the recliner release lever the seatback will tilt forward and the whole seat will slide forward After someone gets into the rear seat area pull up on the front s
12. Comfort Controls Side Defroster Vent Rear Window Washer Switch If Equipped Rear Window Defogger Switch Hood Release Fuse Block Ashtray Transaxle Shift Lever Parking Brake Lever Storage Compartment Cupholder Cigarette Lighter Audio System Glove Box 2 33 Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running Yov ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you II need to know to drive safely and economically GOOD UNLEADED FUEL ONLY MPH km h SERVICE ABS AIR ee HO te NP dhe Sone Standard Cluster 2 34 MPH km h X UNLEADED FUEL ONLY x1000rpm Optional Cluster e NSP SERVICE foia ENGINE SOON 2 35 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 You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set to zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer If Equipped Your ve
13. floor near the left of the driver s seat to release the trunk lid Theft 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 However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it 2 8 When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition If you take the key with you and you have an automatic transaxle it will be locked And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle it s best to lock it up and take your keys But what if you have to leave your key If possible park in a busy well lit area Put your valuables in a storage area like your trunk or glove box Be sure to close and lock the storage area Close all windows Lock all the doors except the driver s New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn
14. t covered by your warranty If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it isn t your vehicle needs service 5 11 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the FULL mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and a proper coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like 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 wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and a proper coolant 5 12 NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in
15. the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the front speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the rear speakers F and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the front speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the rear speakers F and a zero will appear on the display when the the sound is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To set BALANCE or FADE to the middle position select the desired speaker control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio mode Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Radio Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume R
16. you will be locked out You must first shift into NEUTRAL N move the lever to the left back to the right and then shift into REVERSE R This is a safety feature NOTICE Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving could damage your transaxle Also use REVERSE R along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle Shift Speeds If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift Shift Light United States Only If you have a manual transaxle you have a shift light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy When this light comes on you should shift to the next higher gear if weather road and traffic conditions let you For best fuel economy accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on While you accelerate it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator Ignore the shift light when you downshift Parking Brake The parking brake is located between the seats To set the parking brake hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on 2 17 To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the park
17. Chassis Lubrication or 6 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 12 000 Miles 20 000 km Manual Transaxle Fluid Change or 12 months whichever occurs first Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Valve Lash Clearance Adjustment 1 3L Code 2 engine only Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection or every 15 months whichever occurs first Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Spark Plug Replacement Ignition Coil Plug Cap Inspection 1 3L Code 2 L4 engine only or every 30 months whichever occurs first Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or every 24 months whichever occurs first Cooling System Service or every 30 months whichever occurs first Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Continued 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip City Intervals Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection Brake Fluid Service Spark Plug Wire Replacement or every 60 months whichever occurs first Wiring Harness and Connectors Inspection or every 60 months whichever occurs first Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Fuel Filter Replacement Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement Every 120 000 Miles 200 000 km Evaporative Emissions Canister Air Suction Filter Replacement or every 120 months whichever occurs firs
18. Comfort Controls With this system you can control the heating and ventilation in your vehicle If you have the air conditioning option you can also control cooling Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Climate Control System hell L OIT Airflow Lever i VENT This position directs the airflow through the instrument panel vents whe BI LEVEL This position directs air through the instrument panel vents and toward the floor 3 2 4 FLOOR This position directs air toward the floor A DEFOG This position directs air toward the floor the windshield and side windows Kay DEFROST This position directs air to the windshield and side windows Fan Control Lever Slide the lever away from OFF to turn the system on Move the lever toward the fan symbol to increase the fan s speed Temperature Control Lever Slide the lever to change the temperature of the air flowing from the system Move it to the right for warmer air and to the left for cooler air Without optional air conditioning the air temperature can t be less than the outside air temperature Air Intake Lever e CIRCULATE Choose this position to circulate outside air through the comfort control system lt RECIRCULATE Choose this position to recirculate the inside air through the comfort control system Air Conditioner Controls If Equipped The air conditioning s
19. Container 6 46 6 7 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 47 6 12 Engine Oil 6 48 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 50 6 19 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 52 6 22 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 53 6 23 Clutch Adjustment 6 54 6 23 Engine Coolant 6 54 6 26 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 58 6 26 Power Steering Fluid 6 58 6 27 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 59 6 28 Brakes Low Maintenance Battery Bulb Replacement Headlamps Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of the Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Underbody Maintenance GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials Vehicle Identification Number VIN Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks ACDelco n T NINE adele Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll 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 and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own serv
20. SYMBOL SAE 10w 30 SAE 5W 30 PREFERRED COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 20W 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED As shown in the chart SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 10W 30 if it s going to be 0 F 18 C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with 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 If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty
21. They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have acrash 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 But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot 1 10 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something or the instrument panel In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 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 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q A Won t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance o
22. W SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but our engine is racing running at high speed ai ern pasta E eget lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal hick ld It can help control your speed as you go down steep re genta Sue ca pein Moye vI mountain roads but then you would also want to use rapidly You could lose control and hit people your brakes off and on or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing NOTICE Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going NOTICE slower than 70 mph 112 km h or you can damage your engine Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty 2 14 LOW L This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in LOW L the transaxle won t shift into low gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough NOTICE If your front wheels can t rotate don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transaxle Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes to h
23. and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL SERVICED BY ae y i SERVICED BY An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first i i See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service See footnote Continued 7 31 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Continued Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Inspect ignition coil plug cap 1 3L Code 2 L4 engine only or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Change manual t
24. and keep to the right Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night 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 Reduce your speed according to your speedometer n
25. areas The vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application 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 6 15 If none of them is true use the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 7 5 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your d
26. as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 19 Q What s wrong with this CY 3 Z Oe in Dand De py al The belt is twisted across the body 1 20 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 Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts 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 A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right
27. because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the procedure Put an automatic transaxle vehicle in PARK P and a manual transaxle vehicle in NEUTRAL N Turn off the i
28. because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger 1 25 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 Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the ai
29. cleaner housing Remove and replace the air filter Reverse the above steps to reinstall the air cleaner housing Make sure that the hinge in the bottom of the air cleaner housing is engaged Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transaxle fluid level if you have been driving
30. 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 Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your dealer for details General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety A
31. ee cteie cai idak ease 168 Rear Sidemarker 00000 eee 194 Rear Stop Tail 02 0002 oupa 1157 Turn Signal and Hazard Front and Rear 1156 For information on these bulbs contact your Chevrolet dealer s service department 6 58 Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in U S and metric conversions Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Automatic Transaxle Drain and Refill 1 6 quarts 1 5 L Manual Transaxle 2 5 quarts 2 4 L Cooling System Automatic Transaxle VIN Engine Code2 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Manual Transaxle VIN Engine Code6 4 1 quarts 3 9 L VIN Engine Code2 4 9 quarts 4 6 L Crankcase With Filter Change 3 5 quarts 3 3 L Fuel Tank 10 3 U S gallons 39 0 L Wheel Nut Torque 45 lb ft 60 N m Air Conditioning See the refrigerant information label under the hood When changing the oil filter additional oil may be needed Recheck the oil level after filling See Engine Oil in the Index Recheck the fluid level after filling See Automatic Transaxle Fluid or Manual Transaxle Fluid in the Index Engine Specifications Type VIN Engine Code6 002 L3 VIN Engine Code 2 002 L4 Firing Order VIN Engine Code 6
32. exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause an accident If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel 6 45 Tire Chains NOTICE Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class
33. feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 46 Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out Never do this in a crash Here two children are wearing the same belt Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are 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 Q 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 A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint th
34. fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to Torque Lock Automatic Transaxle If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index 2 19 When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only Your vehicle has a automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is ON See Automatic Transaxle Operation in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shi
35. i pades ag ucagea poe 53 5 inches 136 0 cm lt gt Section7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 38 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 42 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 44 7 26 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 46 Part B Owner Checks and Services Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E Maintenance Record IMPORTANT KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Protection Plan 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 7 2 Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommen
36. in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage 6 41 Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and constr
37. km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC z 84 000 Miles 140 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Change manual transaxle fluid or every 12 months whichever occurs first 7 21 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 87 000 Miles 145 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service See fo
38. 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 yov d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 31 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 32 Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies 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 the best protection for adults but not for yo
39. manual transaxle fluid or every 12 months whichever occurs first 7 15 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing 51 000 Miles 85 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 54 000 Miles 90 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 16 Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 57 000 Miles 95 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE i 60 000 Mile
40. move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index Windows Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each door window Horn Your can sound the horn by pressing one of the horn symbols on your steering wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and check the fuse see
41. no free travel or very little less than 5 8 of an inch 1 5 cm see your dealer for adjustment 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 in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant will Give freezing protection down to 33 F 36 C Give boiling protection up to 258 F 125 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should 6 23 What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half coolant that meets GM Specification 1825 M which won t damage aluminum parts You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825 M with a complete coolant flush and refill If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like 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 wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant 6 24 NOTIC
42. one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON or START a tone will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on until the driver s belt is buckled 2 37 Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensor the air bag modules and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index This light will come on when you start your vehicle and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready AIR BAG If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away 2 38 If the ai
43. out from the vehicle 4 Turn the appropriate socket counterclockwise and pull the socket out 5 Pull the old bulb straight up to remove it 6 Reverse the steps with the new bulb Center High Mounted Stoplamp 2 Door Model 1 Remove the two mounting screws located inside the hatchback door and then the lamp assembly from the hatchback door 2 Remove the bulb from the socket 3 Replace the bulb with a new one and then use the two mounting screws to secure the lamp assembly into place 6 36 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 4 Door Model 1 Open the rear compartment lid 2 Remove the bulb socket from the underside of the rear seat to rear window panel 3 Twist the bulb to the right and pull it straight out 4 Replace the bulb then snap and turn the bulb socket into the lamp housing Rear Combination Lamps To remove the rear combination bulbs 1 Remove the two screws from the combination lamps on the outside of the vehicle 2 On 4 door models pull back the cover on the inside of the trunk and use a 10 mm wrench to remove the nut 3 Pull the assembly out far enough to reach the bulb socket 1 REAR COMBINATION ASSEMBLY 2 BACKUP LAMP BULB 3 TURN SIGNAL LAMP BULB 4 STOP TAILLAMP LAMP BULB 5 SIDE MARKER LAMP BULB aa ae 2 Door Models 1 REAR COMBINATION ASSEMBLY 2 BACK UP LAMP BULB 3 STOP TAIL LAMP BULB 4 TURN SIGNAL LAMP BULB 4 Door Models Turn the socket coun
44. panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts 6 54 Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label inside on the load floor at the rear of the vehicle on the spare tire cover It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper wil
45. play the last selected station while the tape reverses You may select stations during REV operation by using TUNE SEEK SCAN or PRESET SCAN FWD 4 Press this button to advance quickly to another part of the tape FWD will appear on the display Press the button again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances You may select stations during FWD operation by using TUNE SEEK SCAN or PRESET SCAN SIDE 5 Press this button to play the other side of the tape RPT 6 Press this button once to hear a selection over again RPT will appear on the display The current selection will continue to repeat RPT will flash on the display while the cassette player is searching for the start of the selection Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for RPT to work Press this button again to turn off repeated play OFF will appear on the display AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE With a cassette tape in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a cassette tape CAS will appear on the display Press AM FM to return to the radio when a cassette tape is playing The inactive tape will remain safely inside the radio for future listening In order to use a portable CD player adapter or a cassette tape head cleaner you must disable the TIGHT LOOSE
46. position end out of audio mode Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display 3 16 Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the right speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the left speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the right speakers L and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the left speakers L and a zero will appear on the display when the the sound is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached FAD Press and release AUDIO until FAD appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the front speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the rear speakers F and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the front speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the rear speakers F and a zero will appear on the display when the the sound is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To set BAL or FAD to the middle position select the desired speaker
47. program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during watranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions 8 8 If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair 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 Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destin
48. rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you don t have anti lock use a squeeze braking technique This will give you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If you do have anti lock it s different see Anti Lock Brakes in the Index In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking 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 s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand
49. signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you re being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right 4 13 Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t r
50. switch OFF The lamp stays off even when the driver s door is open CENTER The lamp comes on when the driver s door is opened ON The lamp comes on and stays on whether or not a door is open Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached above your windshield The mirror has a pivot so that you can adjust it up and down or side to side You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving Pull the tab toward you for night driving to reduce glare Push the tab away from you for daytime driving 2 28 Outside Manual Adjust Mirror Adjust the outside mirrors by hand so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Manual Remote Control Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjusted so you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the driver s side outside mirror with the control lever on the driver s door To adjust your passenger s side mirror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check yo
51. the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy It s the number one contributor to the highway death toll claiming thousands of victims every year Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years over 17 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then dr
52. the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator CAUTION Continued pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 13 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 3 Fill the radiator with the proper coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery t
53. the inside push in the lever To unlock it pull out the lever This feature allows you to lock or unlock all of the side doors at the same time To lock the doors push LOCK and to unlock the doors push UNLOCK If you open the driver s side door manually with the key from the outside only the driver s door will open Then you must push UNLOCK to unlock the rest of the doors Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside The switch is located on the inside of the rear door To use the security locks 1 Move the lever all the way down 2 Close the door 3 Do the same thing to the other rear door lock The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from inside when this feature is in use To Open a Rear Door With the Security Lock If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on 1 Unlock the door from the inside 2 Then open the door from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how these security locks work and how to cancel the locks To Cancel the Rear Door Lock 1 Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside 2 Move the lever all the way up 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear door l
54. they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics 6 43 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 tem
55. this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control 4 10 Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you re steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road and make you lose control What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the brake or accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gen
56. to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located at the center of the engine compartment Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through 6 13 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the following chart 6 14 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE HOT FOR THIS WEATHER
57. urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE i 6 000 Miles 10 000 km pe eee se every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first i i See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC s 7 9 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 1 2 000 Miles 20 000 km An Emission Control Service Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL SERVICED BY Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper
58. vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that Both the owner s manual and the child restraint instructions are important so if either one of these is not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer 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 at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why 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 Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your ve
59. wheels on the ground Follow these steps 55 mph 90 km h or your vehicle could be 1 Set the parking brake badly damaged With a manual transaxle you can tow your vehicle with 2 Turn the ignition key to ACC to unlock the steering wheel 3 Shift your manual transaxle to NEUTRAL N 4 Release the parking brake 4 29 Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear NOTICE The front wheels transmit shocks during towing The steering column may not be strong enough to withstand the shocks Always unlock the steering wheel before towing NOTICE Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 55 mph 90 km h or your vehicle could be badly damaged NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle from the rear or your vehicle could be badly damaged and the costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty 4 30 Loading Your Vehicle RECOMMENDED C o FRONT SPARE TIRE TIRE SIZE i e q COLD TIRE AT MAX LOAD VEHICA PSS Sy MAX LBS SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL ee Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the driver s door lock pillar tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry This weight is called the V
60. you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button or the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track The track number will appear on the display If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking REV 3 Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track Release it to play the passage The display will show elapsed time FWD 4 Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track Release it to play the passage The display will show elapsed time RDM 5 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RND will show on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play OFF will appear on the display 3 17 RPT 6 Press this button once to hear a selection over again RPT will appear on the display The current track will continue to repeat Press RPT button again to turn off repeated play OFF will appear on the display RCL Press this button to see the current track number or how long the current track has been playing AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a disc is in the player The disc will stop but remain in the player CD With a compact disc in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a compact disc CD will appear on the dis
61. your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP 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 are required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing any court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB Auto Line Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communic
62. 05 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Ordering Owner Publications in Canada Owner s manuals are available for purchase for all current and most past model General Motors vehicles The toll free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1 800 668 5539 8 11 2000 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check money order or credit card information to Helm Incorporated address below CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 2000 CHEVROLET SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc RETAIL SELL PRICE 120 00 TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for the 2000 GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAIL SELL PRICE 50 00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit M
63. 2 000 Miles 70 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC i Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first fF See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 14 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE i Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions a ee Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 48 000 Miles 80 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first ooo i See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Change
64. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly See Filling Your Tank in the Index It will take a few driving trips to turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the ab
65. C might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle 4 6 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake
66. CL Press this knob to recall the station being played if the tape player is active or to display the clock Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only PRESET SCAN Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons except stations with weak reception stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next preset station PRESET SCAN will only scan the six presets that are in the band selected Press one of the SEEK 3 10 arrows again to stop scanning presets The channel number P1 P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed PUSHBUTT
67. Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details 7 38 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details Hood Latch Operation Check Pull the primary hood latch release handle inside the vehicle The secondary latch should keep the hood from opening all the way when the primary latch is released Make sure the hood closes firmly See Hood Release in the Index for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures Don t forget to check your spare tire See Tires in the Index for further details Cassette Deck Service Clean cassette deck Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play See Audio Systems in the Index for further details 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 it
68. CuHevr orer Bumper to Bumper 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km Limited Warranty f Every NWA under warranty is backed with the _ 1 800 CHEV USA lt following 7 A ES For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency Courtesy Free lockout assistance tli alll Free dead battery assistance Free out of fuel assistance Free flat tire change Emergency towing 2000 Chevrolet Metro Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Copyright General Motors Corporation 1999 Part Number 22619453 A First Edition All Rights Reserved t Table of Contents Seats and Restraint Systems Seats and Seat Controls Air Bag Systems Safety Belts Child Restraints Features and Controls Keys and Door Locks Windshield Wipers Automatic Transmission If Equipped Interior and Exterior Lamps Manual Transmission Operation If Equipped Mirrors Parking Brake Storage Compartments Windows Cargo Cover If Equipped Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages ii i Table of Contents cont d 2 C Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Heating and Air Conditioning Radio Cassette Player CD Player Setting the Radio Clock Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Drunken Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Control of a Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle Braki
69. E If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at LOW or a You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot little higher When your engine is warm the level should engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol be up to FULL or a little higher and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank but be careful not to spill it Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on
70. I 48207 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly 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 20 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 CURRENT amp PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle OR ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover ORDER TOLL FREE Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt Please allow adequate time for postal NOTE For Credit Card Holders Only service If further information is needed write to the address shown below or call 1 800 551 4123 1 800 551 4123 Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM EST information within 30 days of delivery On returns a re stocking fee may be applied FAX Orders Only 1 313 865 5927 against the original order sevenn Car amp Light Truck Transmission Unit Repair Owner s Manual In Portfolio en Owner s Manual Without Portfolio Fl NOTE Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name and also the Chec
71. MAINTENANCE PERFORMED Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED Z Y7 Section8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects 8 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 9 Warranty Information 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United TTY Users States Government 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons Canadian Government with Disabilities 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 11 Ordering Owner Publications in Canada 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 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 If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already bee
72. ONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone BASS Press and release AUDIO until BAS appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase bass B and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease bass B and a negative number will appear on the display B and a zero will appear on the display when the bass level is set to the middle position Release the up or down arrow when you find the bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached TREBLE Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble T and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease treble T and a negative number will appear on the display T and a zero will appear on the display when the treble level is set to the middle position Release the up or down arrow when you find the treble level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached If a station is weak or noisy you may want to
73. TAPE sensor Press and hold the TAPE button for two seconds with the radio off and the vehicle on CAS will flash on the display showing the TIGHT LOOSE TAPE sensor has been disabled The feature will remain disabled until the tape is ejected 3 13 EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove a tape The radio will play Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio and vehicle off if this button is pressed first CLN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio display will flash to show the indicator was reset Radio Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RCL Press this knob to recall the station being played or to display the c
74. The metal plate has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the code in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this code If you need a new key contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code In an emergency call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft However you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have an extra key Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out When a door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key To lock the door turn the key toward the front of the vehicle To unlock the door turn the key toward the rear To lock the door from
75. a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water such as water up to the carpeting or higher or if water enters your vehicle and soaks the carpet the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined If this ever happens and then you start your vehicle the damage could make the air bags inflate even if there s no crash You would have to replace the air bags as well as the sensors and related parts If your vehicle is ever in a flood or if it s exposed to water that soaks the carpet you can avoid needless repair costs by turning off the vehicle immediately and disconnecting the battery cables Don t let anyone start the vehicle under any circumstances See your dealer for service 1 27 Serv
76. ads and in varying weather conditions We ve also included many other useful tips on driving Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking 0 Steering 2 Off Road Recovery 2 Passing 4 5 6 a hy a hy acs Loss of Control Driving at Night Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads BHERKRHRHRHAKRHSE 4 19 4 20 4 21 4 21 4 22 4 23 4 27 4 30 4 32 City Driving Freeway Driving Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from
77. ailable to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details When calling from outside Canada please dial 1 905 644 3063 All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 8 5 If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however some services may incur costs Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer Basic Care and Courtesy Care e Toll free number 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Free towing for warranty repairs e Basic over the phone technical advice e Available dealer services at reasonable costs 1 e wrecker services locksmith key service glass repair etc ROADSIDE Courtesy Care PROVIDES Roadside Basic Care services as outlined previousl
78. ane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Chevrolet dealer for service 6 4 To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system allowing your emission control system to function properly Therefore you should not have to add anything to the fuel In addition gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use lea
79. ange in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Low Maintenance Battery The battery in your vehicle needs only periodic service You never have to add water But check the battery cables and battery bracket for corrosion Clean off any corrosion using a brush and a solution of ammonia and water or baking soda and water Rinse with clear water 6 31 Vehicle Storage Bulb Replacement If you re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or The following procedures tell you how to replace the more remove the black negative cable from the bulbs for your vehicle See Replacement Bulbs in the battery This will help keep your battery from Index to check the size and type of bulb you need to use ing down shia ai R a For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your Chevrolet dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods 6 32 Headlamps 5 Pull up on the plastic clip Gently pull the b
80. ank but leave the radiator pressure cap off Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the ears on the pressure cap are in line with the vent tube 5 16 If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the veh
81. ar speakers F and a zero will appear on the display when the the sound is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached 3 11 To set BALANCE or FADE to the middle position select the desired speaker control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio mode Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing If you hear nothing but a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press the eject button to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL FAD BAL TRE BAS and SEEK controls just as you do for the radio The radio will display UP or the amp symbol if the top side of the tape is playing DN or the W symbol will appear if the bottom side is playing 3 12 If the player detects a tight or broken tape ERR e
82. art the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Recreational Vehicle Towing There may be times when you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational vehicle towing Follow the instructions for the towing equipment 4 28 Towing Your Vehicle from the Front Automatic Transaxle Follow these steps Put the front wheels on a dolly NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with the front wheels in contact with the ground or the automatic transaxle could be damaged 2 Set the parking brake Towing Your Vehicle from the Front 3 Turn the ignition key to ACC to unlock the Manual Transaxle steering wheel 4 Release the parking brake NOTICE The front wheels transmit shocks during towing The steering column may not be strong enough to withstand the shocks Always unlock the steering wheel before towing NOTICE Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed all four
83. at belts provide 1 47 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 this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 48 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly 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 Torn or fray
84. at tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem I I I I I I meee er OM MONARNY onNnnre YYrypyryryryryryryrry 2 20 2 20 2 21 Keys Door Locks Hatchback Trunk Lid Theft New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Operation Manual Transaxle Operation Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transaxle Models Only Parking Over Things That Burn 2 21 2 22 2 22 2 23 2 23 2 26 2 27 2 28 2 29 2 31 2 31 2 32 2 34 2 37 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transaxle Windows Horn Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors The Instrument Panel Your Information System Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Keys Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children One key is used for the ignition the doors and all other locks When a new vehicle is delivered the dealer removes the metal plate from the key ring and gives it to the first owner
85. ate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 CHEV 2438 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Chevrolet the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet s Customer Assistance Center United States Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center PO Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All Overseas Locations GMODC Customer Communication Centre 169 007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Telephone 905 644 4112 Fax 905 644 4866 Caribbean Numbers 1 800 496 9992 English Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Puerto Rico 1 800 751 4135 English Dominican Republic 1 800 751 4136 Spanish Dominican Republic 1 800 496 9994 U S Virgin Islands 1 800 389 0009 Bahamas 1 800 534 0122 Bermuda Barbados Antigua amp B V I If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program av
86. ation with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes a one way shuttle ride to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement up to 30 per day five days maximum may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus In addition should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained at actual cost up to a maximum of 30 00 per day supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available
87. ave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer 4 32 lt gt Section5 Problems on the Road Here you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 10 Cooling System 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 16 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 3 Jump Starting 5 17 Changing a Flat Tire 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 28 Compact Spare Tire 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 29 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 1 Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button located on top of the steering column to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They position your key is in and even if the key isn t in also let police know you have a problem Your front and To turn off the flashers push the button again rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle But please use the following steps to do it safely Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous
88. ay The safety belt hangers should only be used to store the belts when the seatback is folded down See Folding Rear Seat in the Index 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 1 41 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Although a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a Front Seat Position forward facing child restraint in the right front seat Yo
89. ay stay on after you start your engine or come on when you are driving This indicates that there is not enough pressure to keep your engine properly lubricated and cool The engine could be low on oil or have some other oil problem Have it fixed right away The oil light could also come on in three other situations When the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop the light may blink on and off This is normal If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal 2 46 Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Daytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light You will have this light on the instrument panel cluster It goes on whenever the daytime running lights are on UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Standard Cluster Optional Cluster Your fuel gage show about how much fuel is in your tank When the age first indicates E empty you still have a little fuel left about 1 or 2 gallo
90. bably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers 4 26 e Tie ared cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful 4 27 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 You will need a well charged battery to rest
91. ble See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the 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 This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained Filling a Portable Fuel Container until the filling is complete Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others An electric fan under the hood can start u
92. clean the player press and hold the cassette eject symbol or EJT button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN or CLN indicator The radio will display CLEANED or to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Antenna If Equipped Use the knob on the end of the antenna to raise the antenna To lower it hold the antenna mast near the roof and feed it into the holder Do not try to lower the antenna using the knob Keep the antenna mast clean for good performance Always lower the antenna before entering a car wash 3 21 lt gt Section4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find information about driving on different kinds of ro
93. conds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next preset station PRESET SCAN will only scan the six presets that are in the band selected Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets The channel number P1 P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station A Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone BASS Press and release AUDIO repeatedly until BAS appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase bass B and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease bass B and a negative number will appear on the display B and a zero will appear on the display when the bass level is set to the middle position Release the up or down arrow when you find the bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached 3 7 TREBLE Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble T and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arr
94. control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio mode Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in The disc should begin playing The display will show CD If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off first press RCL or the eject button If you re driving on a very rough road or if it s very hot the disc may not play and Err error may appear on the display When the road becomes smooth or the temperature returns to normal the disc should play If the disc comes out it could be that The disc is upside down Itis dirty scratched or wet Itis very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer PREV 1 Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection The track number will appear on the display If
95. corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris can collect 7 41 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year for instance each spring and fall You should let your dealer s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Steering Suspension and Front Wheel Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Check for seal leakage Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Check final drive axle output shaft seals for leakage 7 42 Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index
96. d be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehicle s Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Fuel in the Index Selecting the Right Schedule First you ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle Here s how to decide which schedule to follow Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip City Definition Follow the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic Most trips are through dusty areas If the vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km
97. d stale air and cloudy windows Defogging and Defrosting Slide the air intake lever to CIRCULATE and the airflow lever to DEFROST to direct air to the windshield vents Then slide the temperature control lever toward the right and the fan control lever toward the fan symbol When the windshield is clear turn down the fan speed Rear Window Defogger If Equipped The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Press the switch to turn on the defogger Press the switch again to turn the defogger off The rear window defogger will also turn off if you turn the ignition switch to ACC or LOCK but will turn back on when the ignition is turned back to ON Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or a decal across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed you can still direct outside air through your vehicle Move the air intake lever to CIRCULATE and the airflow lever to BI LEVEL Adjust the temperature lever to a comfortable setting and move the fan control lever toward the fan symbol Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is mov
98. de by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 49 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car wa
99. decrease the treble To set BASS or TREBLE to the middle position select the desired tone control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio mode Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Adjusting the Speakers BALANCE Press and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the right speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the left speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the right speakers L and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the left speakers L and a zero will appear on the display when the the sound is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached FADE Press and release AUDIO until FAD appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the front speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the rear speakers F and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the front speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the re
100. ded fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow recommended maintenance may not be covered by warranty How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to have done and how often Some of these services can be complex so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should let your dealer s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products necessary to help keep your vehicle prope
101. ded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your watranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Filling Your Tank Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle 6 5 If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way While refueling hang the cap inside the fuel door To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possi
102. dministration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline 8 10 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario K1A ON5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS 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 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 0
103. do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Manual Transaxle The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that s a safety feature Starting Your Engine For cold and warm engines 1 Without pushing the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start push the accelerator pedal one third of the way down Hold it there for not more than 15 seconds at a time while you turn your key to START When the engine starts let go of the key and release the pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 11 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then Automatic Transaxle Operation stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the There are several different positions for your shift lever floor and h
104. doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem 2 41 Anti Lock Brake System Active Light Option When your anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid the anti lock brake system active light will come on ABS ACTIVE Slippery road conditions may exist if this light comes on so adjust your driving accordingly The light will stay on for a few seconds after the system stops adjusting brake pressure The anti lock brake system active light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active 2 42 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Standard Cluster Optional Cluster This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves to the HOT H side of the band your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated and you should stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible In Problems on the Road this manual show what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems SERVICE ENGINE SOON This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emi
105. e Continued 7 33 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Continued Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 7 34 Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs first S
106. e Engine Coolant in the Index 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 See footnote 7 28 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Inspect ignition coil plug cap 1 3L Code 2 L4 engine only or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Change manual transaxle fluid or every 30 months whichever occurs first Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 29 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 m
107. e If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal 10 The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The e
108. e MIN arrow until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off AM FM Stereo If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RCL Press this knob to recall the station being played or to display the clock Clock display is available with the vehicle off Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only PRESET SCAN Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons except those stations with weak reception stop for a few se
109. e compact spare tire on your vehicle you ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk 5 26 Reinstall the jacking equipment cover and carpet Place the flat tire in the trunk so the side that faces out when it is on the vehicle is facing down The full size tire will not fit down into the well Storing the Spare Tire and Tools 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 The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index Cover Clamp Jack Handle Jack Wheel Wrench 6 Bolt 1 2 3 4 3 Put the jack jack handle flat tire and wheel wrench back into the storage area 5 27 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 The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want O
110. e the part of this manual called Children Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt w
111. ealer a service station or a local recycling center for help 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 1 0L L3 Engine 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 stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off 1 3L L4 Engine NOTICE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving _ lt A S s e _____ _ 6 17 1 0L L3 Engine To check or replace the filter on vehicles with a 1 0L L3 engine 1 Lift and release the four clips Nn A U N Remove the center wing nut Lift up the cover Pull out the filter and replace the filter Be sure to align the tab on the filter Reverse the above steps to reinstall the cover 1 3L L4 Engine To check or replace the filter on vehicles with a 1 3L L4 engine 1 A maa a a Remove the screws at the front and back of the air cleaner Open the two retaining clips Lift and separate the two parts of the air
112. ear a beep Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone BAS Press and release AUDIO until BAS appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase bass B and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease bass B and a negative number will appear on the display B and a zero will appear on the display when the bass level is set to the middle position Release the up or down arrow when you find the bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached 3 15 TRE Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble T and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease treble T and a negative number will appear on the display T and a zero will appear on the display when the treble level is set to the middle position Release the up or down arrow when you find the treble level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set BAS or TRE to the middle position select the desired tone control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and speaker controls to the middle
113. ear seatback 2 Place the cover into its retainers and slide it gently away from you until it is secure 3 Attach the lifter lines to the hatchback lid Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Pull the door to open the ashtray To remove it press down on the silver tab and pull the ashtray out NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage To use the lighter push the lighter in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them to the side If the visors swing too easily tighten the screw on the roof rail Your sun visors may have pockets You can put light items such as a map in the pockets 2 31 The Instrument Panel Your Information System FAS F tT Ommaga wD D gt Rear Window Wiper Switch If Equipped Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Air Vent Brightness Control Horn Hazard Warning Flasher Instrument Panel Cluster Ignition Switch Windshield Wiper Washer Lever Coinholder
114. eat lever to move the bottom of the seat rearward Then move the seatback to its original position The seat and seatback should lock into position If an easy entry right front seat isn t locked it can move In a sudden stop or crash the person sitting there could be injured After you ve used it be sure to push rearward on an easy entry seat to be sure it is locked To get out push the release lever forward The seatback will fold and the seat will move forward Rear Seatback Folding the Rear Seat The rear seatback in your vehicle folds down to provide more cargo space To fold the seatback down If you have a four door model make sure the loops on the seatback are fastened and the rear safety belts pass through the loops This prevents the safety belt from falling behind the seatback If you have a two door model make sure the rear safety belts are hooked to the safety belt hangers 1 Pull up on the knobs on both sides of the seatback If you have a split rear seatback you can fold half of the seatback down by pulling only the knob on the side you want to fold down 2 Fold the seatback down To raise the seatback If you have a two door model make sure the rear safety belts are hooked to the safety belt hangers If you have a four door model make sure the loops on the seatback are fastened and the rear safety belts pass through the loops 1 Lift the seatback up and push it back to lock
115. ed safety belts may not protect you in acrash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance 1 49 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new belts 1 50 If you ever see a label on the driver s or the right front passenger s safety belt that says to replace the belt be sure to do so Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision You would see this label on the belt near the door opening If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you ll need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section lt gt Section2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems th
116. ed tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is on the driver s door lock pillar shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards 6 39 When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by
117. ee Engine Coolant in the Index 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 See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Inspect ignition coil plug cap 1 3L Code 2 L4 engine only or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Change manual transaxle fluid or every 30 months whichever occurs first Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 35 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 97 500 Miles 162 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly dri
118. ee footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 27 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 22 500 Miles 37 500 km a ooo Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs first Se
119. ehicle Capacity Weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options CANADA GAWR RR C MFD BY CAMI AUTOMOTIVE DATE GVWR GAWR FRT The other label is the Certification label also found on the driver s door lock pillar It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle 4 31 Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and GVWR or either the maximum front or rear injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can a crash break and it can change the way your vehicle Put things in the trunk or rear area of your handles These could cause you to lose control vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward and crash Also overloading can shorten the life as you can Try to spread the weight evenly of your vehicle Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in NOTICE your vehicle When you carry something inside the Your warranty does not cover parts or vehicle secure it whenever you can components that fail because of overloading Don t le
120. ehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5 22 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 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 When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 5 23 7 Install the compact spare tire 8 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tigh
121. elt Extender 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 49 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 50 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Seats and Seat Controls This part tells you about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks seatback latches easy entry seats and the folding rear seatback Manual Front Seat 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 Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up on the lever under the front seat to unlock it The lever is to your right under the driver s front seat and to your left under the passenger s front seat Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to its original upright position But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving A 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
122. eneral 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 yov re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it vi a N We support voluntary technician certification CERTIFIED WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE S J For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en fran ais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd 1577 Meyerside Dr Mississauga Ontario LST 1B9 How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly 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 These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or red
123. ere mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you 6 52 Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this Chevrolet will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 1052918 8 oz 0 237 L or All Protectant Protects leather wood acrylics Plexiglas plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels Cleaner and floor mats See your General Motors Parts Department for these products For exterior use only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Not recommended for use on instrument panels 6 53 Vehicle Identification Number VIN SAMPLE4UXYM072675 au 20004 ASSEMBLY MODEL YEAR PLANT ENGINE CODE This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument
124. ermine what kind of transaxle fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the area between notches on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON IIL because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way 6 21 Manual Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your transaxle fluid See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle Too much can
125. f being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions 1 13 Q If Pm a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A 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 Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle se
126. f course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again 5 28 NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic vehicle wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together NOTICE Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning your w
127. f this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player 3 19 The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part No 12344789 When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is normal for the cassette to eject because your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to ON or ACC 1 Turn the radio off 2 Press and hold the TAPE button for five seconds CAS will flash on the display for five seconds 3 Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 4 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time 3 20 When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection feature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you
128. ff the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving OFF ROAD RECOVERY e LEFT APPROX QUARTER TURN edge of paved surface 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 You can turn the steering wheel up to one quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway 4 12 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and l
129. finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly 6 30 The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM specifications Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brake pads re
130. front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations 1 22 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unre
131. fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water 2 Ifa stain remains follow the multi purpose interior cleaner instructions described earlier 6 47 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel treat the area with a water baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield 4 Let dry and even make it difficult to see through the windshield Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili under certain conditions sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows Cleanin g Interior Plastic C ompon ents 1s C arofullyucrope GN Sxce as stiir Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth 2 First clean with cool water and allow to or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the dry completely surface finish 3 Ifa stain remains follow instructions for Care of Safety Belts Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Keep belts clean and dry Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it Things like tar asp
132. ft lever into the gear you wish If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn off the engine if started 2 Set the parking brake 2 20 3 Turn the ignition key to ON 4 Find the access hole cover on the driver s side of the console near the shift lever 5 Remove the screw and cover with a screwdriver Inside you ll see the lock cam 6 Using the screwdriver move the lock cam forward until the pin is free and hold the cam there Move the shift lever into NEUTRAL N while holding the cam forward 7 Firmly apply and hold the brake pedal 8 Start the engine 9 Move the shift lever into the gear you want 10 Release the parking brake 11 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transaxle Models Only Before you get out of your vehicle put your manual transaxle in REVERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If y
133. ght Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required 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 2 44 If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed
134. gine Air Cleaner Filter G Engine Coolant Reservoir J Windshield Washer Reservoir D Engine Oil Fill Cap When you lift the hood you ll see these items A Hood Prop E Engine Oil Fill Cap I Engine Coolant Reservoir B Power Steering Reservoir F Electric Engine Cooling Fan J Battery C Engine Air Cleaner Filter G Radiator Pressure Cap K Engine Compartment Fuse Block D Engine Oil Dipstick H Brake Fluid Reservoir L Windshield Washer Reservoir Engine Oil If the engine oil pressure light appears on the instrument panel it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see Engine Oil Pressure Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder 6 12 Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located next to the air cleaner The dipstick handle is a yellow loop Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the upper mark then you ll need
135. gnition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 5 Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive goes to positive and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that Be sure the battery has enough water You don t would damage the battery and maybe other parts too need to add water to the ACDelco battery Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is ther
136. grammed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock doesn t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel a slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise but this is normal When your anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid this light will come on See Anti Lock Brake System Active Light in the Index ABS ACTIVE Braking in Emergencies At some time nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking If you have anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time However if you don t have anti lock your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can t respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped
137. halt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this product 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 6 48 Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon Ami Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the bla
138. heck 1 2 When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle Firmly apply both the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary and the regular brake NOTE Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts On automatic transaxle vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service On manual transaxle vehicles put the shift lever in NEUTRAL N push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service 7 40 Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the eng
139. heels 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 For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or with a manual transaxle between FIRST 1 or SECOND 2 and REVERSE R spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 5 29 Z Y7 Section6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle This section begins with service and fuel information and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels There is also technical information about your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care 6 2 Service 6 31 6 3 Fuel 6 32 6 5 Fuels in Foreign Countries 6 33 6 5 Filling Your Tank 6 38 6 7 Filling a Portable Fuel
140. hen in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again This restores steering control Push the brake pedal down steadily when you have to stop suddenly As long as the wheels are rolling you will have steering control Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Don t drink and drive e Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adju
141. hicle even when no child is in it Top Strap 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 lt a 1 39 Two door Models Top strap anchor brackets are located Four door Models Top strap anchor brackets are in the cargo area of your vehicle located behind the rear seat on the filler panel Anchor the top strap to this bracket Once you have the Anchor the top strap to this bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself restraint itself 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position Y On two door models a child can be seriously hy injured if you secure a child restraint with a safety belt that s hooked into a safety belt hanger In a crash the safety belt won t be able to do its 7 job if it s hooked into a belt hanger Always make sure the safety belt is unhooked from the belt hanger before it s used to secure a child restraint Yov ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions s
142. hicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away 2 39 BRAKE O United States Canada This light should come on when you turn the key to START If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem 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 See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light and Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 2 40 Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light Opti
143. hicle may be equipped with a trip odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To reset the trip odometer to zero press the knob located to the right of the speedometer 2 36 Tachometer If Equipped The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm 1 I 7 8d UNLEADED FUEL ONLY x1000rpm NOTICE Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area or engine damage may occur 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 Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When
144. how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System in the Index 6 25 NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 13 psi 90 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck When you replace your radiator pressure cap an ACDelco cap is recommended 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 A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How To Check Power Steering Fluid Adding Washer Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off The level should fall between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index NOTICE When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid change always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full 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 freez
145. ice work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work ona vehicle without knowing enough about it Besure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compa
146. icing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index For up to 15 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance 1 28 Rear Seat Passengers It s 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 who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts ai e Lap Shoulder Belt On two door models you can be seriously injured if you wear a safety belt that s hooked into a
147. icle should be fully assembled and all other work stopped while headlamp aiming is being done There should not be any cargo or loading of the vehicle except it should have a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg on the driver s seat 0 Mark Center Line Close all doors e Tires should be properly inflated Horizontal Aiming Gear Verify that the black line is not at the O mark Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspension Start with the horizontal aim The adjustment gear can be turned with a flat head screwdriver A B C 1 2 Using a flat tipped screwdriver adjust the horizontal aiming gear until the 0 mark lines up with the centerline Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim 6 34 See your dealer if you need further assistance with headlamp aiming Front Turn Signal Parking Sidemarker Lamps Memi A Vertical Aiming Gear B Vertical Indicator For vertical adjustment A Turn Signal 1 Verify that the bubble is not in the center B Headlamp 2 Place a flat tipped screwdriver into the vertical C Sidemarker adjusting gear 3 Turn the adjusting gear until the bubble comes to the center 6 35 To remove the front turn signal parking or sidemarker lamps 1 Open the hood 2 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the headlamp assembly mounting screws 3 Pull the headlamp straight
148. icle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely 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 Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and FIRST 1 or REVERSE R change a tire 3 Turn off the engine To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end 5 17 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the rear area under the carpet and cover Unbutton the carpet at the two outside corners Pull back the carpet and remove the cover over the spare tire 5 18 Remove the compact spare tire by turning the wing nut on the top of the spare counterclockwise and removing it See Com
149. ine off turn the key to the ON position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Automatic Transaxle Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK P The key should come out only in LOCK Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle PARK P Mechanism Check 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 Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring use plain water to flush any
150. ines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change
151. ing Outside air will also enter the car when the fan is running and the air intake lever is at CIRCULATE Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle Move the outlet from side to side or up and down to direct airflow to your preference Increase or reduce the amount of airflow by opening and closing the louvers Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a car in cold weather move the fan control lever toward the fan symbol for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds Then press the HR arrow until the correct hour appears Press and hold th
152. ing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing 6 27 Brak NOTICE er Brake Fluid When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage Your brake master cylinder reservoir is on the driver s your washer system and paint side of the engine compartment It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid 6 28 There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then yo
153. ing brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the lever all the way down 2 18 NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 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 You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake Move the shift lever into PARK P by holding in the button on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle Turn the ignition key to LOCK Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transaxle Only It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch
154. iplate Lubricant Aerosol Lock Cylinders Superlube GM Part Assembly and GM Part No 12346293 or No 12346241 or equivalent Secondary Latch equivalent or lubricant meeting Chassis Lubricant GM Part apes eo oF NLGI 2 Transaxle Shift No 12377985 or equivalent or Category Loree Le Linkage lubricant meeting requirements Hood and Multi Purpose Lubricant of NLGI 2 Category LB Door Hinges Superlube GM Part or GC LB No 12346241 or equivalent Clutch Linkage Chassis Lubricant GM Part Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Pivot Points No 12377985 or equivalent or Conditioning Part No 12345579 or equivalent lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Chassis Chassis Lubricant GM Part Lubrication No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB 7 45 Part E Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed record the Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on date odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages Also you should retain all in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio Any additional information from Owner Checks and is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 46 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY
155. it into place 2 Be sure both sides of the seatback are latched Push and pull the top of the seatback to be sure it is locked into position 3 If you have a two door model unhook the safety belts from the belt hangers Safety Belts They re 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 And it explains the air bag system Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why
156. ive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 1b 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 a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka It s the amount of alcohol that counts For example if the same person drank three double martinis 3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each within an hour the person s BAC would be close to 0 12 percent A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same n
157. k or Money name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent Order payable to Michigan Purchasers Mail completed order form to Helm Inc USA funds add 6 sales tax HELM INCORPORATED e P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 only do not send cash For purchases outside U S A please write to the above address for quotation C U S Order Processing 6 00 C MasterCard Canadian Postage C See Note Below CUSTOMER S NAME ATTENTION el Discover SEE Account STREET ADDRESS NO P O BOX NUMBERS Number ary Check here if your billing address lt lt __ gt 25 _ wari Expiration el go is different from your shipping CITY STATE ZIP CODE Date mo yr address shown DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO AREA CODE CUSTOMER SIGNATURE GM CHE ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents obligation Allow ample time for delivery are to make checks payable in U S funds To cover Canadian postage add 11 50 plus the U S order processing
158. keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals 6 40 When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire
159. l stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow etc be sure to get it fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by fuses circuit breakers and thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new fuse of the correct amperage If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the size you need Replace it as soon as you can Before replacing a fuse turn every vehicle electrical switch off There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the engine compartment fuse block and the instrument panel fuse block Instrument Panel Fuse Block This fuse box is under the left side of the instrument panel To open it squeeze the short sides and pull off the cover The fuses protect each separate circuit including the headlamps If you have an electrical failure check here first 6 55 m H ad J 6 56 Usage Left Headlamp High Beam Indicator Right Headlamp Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Cluster Lights
160. lectrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run B Good Battery the engine for a while C Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck Always secure the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains when towing it Use only the correct hooks NOTICE Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles and design it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or Car Carrier equipment Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance in the Index Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage in the Index If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if
161. lock Pressing RCL while playing a CD will also display the CD track number or elapsed time of CD track Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning PRESET SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until you will hear a double beep Use PRESET SCAN to listen to each of your preset stations for a few seconds The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons stop for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets The channel number P1 P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on Press AM FM to select the band Tune in the desired station Pe a Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until you h
162. lowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving Know the best way to get to where you are going Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light 4 19 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 4 20 The most important advice on freeway driving is Keep up with traffic
163. ls The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action 4 23 Here are some tips for
164. me instrument panel warning lights START D This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving Even if the engine is not running ACC and ON will allow you to operate your electrical accessories such as the radio A warning tone will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is in ACC or LOCK and the key is in the ignition 2 10 On manual transaxle vehicles turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to ACC Don t push the key in while the vehicle is moving NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you
165. mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transaxle fluid 6 22 Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transaxle is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transaxle case Then follow these steps 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 If the fluid level is good install the plug and be sure it is fully seated If the fluid level is low add more fluid as described in the next steps How to Add Fluid Here s how to add fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 Install the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Clutch Adjustment The clutch linkage in your vehicle should be checked as recommended in your Maintenance Schedule To check push the clutch pedal down with your hand until you feel some resistance to the movement of the pedal If the pedal moves freely up to 5 8 to 3 4 of an inch 1 5 to 2 0 cm or so before you feel resistance to the travel adjustment isn t needed If there is
166. n a motor vehicle 1 33 CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 Ib 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 Ib 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued 1 34 Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints are available in four basic types When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle 1 35 A rear facing infant restraint B positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle Rear facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 Ibs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restrain
167. n happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road 4 17 Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly 4 18 Driving Through Flowing Water Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through f
168. n reviewed with the sales service or parts manager contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dealership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Chevrolet please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have Canadian owners refer to
169. never possible Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish and tires Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop 6 51 Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas wh
170. ng Towing a Trailer Steering Problems on the Road Hazard Warning Flashers Engine Overheating Jump Starting Changing a Flat Tire Towing Your Vehicle IfYou re Stuck iii iv i Table of Contents cont d Service and Appearance Care Fuel Tires and Wheels Checking Fluids and Lubricants Appearance Care Engine Air Cleaner Filter Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Brakes Capacities and Specifications Bulb Replacement Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Scheduled Maintenance Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Owner Checks and Services Maintenance Records Periodic Maintenance Inspections G Table of Contents cont d Customer Assistance Information Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Warranty Information See Warranty Manual Customer Assistance Offices Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 10 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Service Publications Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide m CHEVROLET GENERAL MOTORS GM the GM Emblem CHEVROLET and the CHEVROLET Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name G
171. ns 3 8 or 7 6L but you need to get more right away Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage All of these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F full It takes more or less gas to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it The gage moves a little when you turn stop or speed up When you turn the engine off the gage doesn t go back to E empty 2 47 lt gt Section3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle 3 2 Comfort Controls 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 2 Climate Control System If Equipped 3 3 Air Conditioner Controls If Equipped 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player 3 3 Heating If Equipped 3 3 Defogging and Defrosting 3 18 Understanding Radio Reception 3 4 Rear Window Defogger If Equipped 3 18 Tips About Your Audio System 3 4 Ventilation System 3 19 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 6 Audio Systems 3 21 Care of Your Compact Discs 3 6 Setting the Clock 3 21 Care of Your Compact Disc Player 3 6 AM FM Stereo If Equipped 3 21 Antenna If Equipped
172. nsaxle fluid or every 12 months whichever occurs first 99 000 Miles 165 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC 100 000 Miles 166 000 km hange automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL ao or more of these conditions J In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches a i 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing 7 24 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service Replace the camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service 120 000 Miles 200 000 km Replace evaporative emission canister air suction filter 1 3L Code 2 ACTUAL engine only or every 120 months whichever occurs first 7 25 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals The service shown at 120 000 miles 200 000 km should be performed at the same interval after 120 000 miles 200 000 km See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspec
173. o 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 Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Delphi Delco Electronics radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN or CLEAN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this message appears on the display your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault I
174. ocks will now work normally Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your key open your door and set the locks from the inside Then get out and close the door Hatchback Trunk Lid It can be dangerous to drive with the hatchback or trunk lid 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 hatchback or trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the hatchback or trunk lid Make sure all other windows are shut e Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on CIRCULATE That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Hatchback Trunk Lid Release Your key opens the hatchback or trunk lid Turn the key clockwise to unlock the hatchback or trunk lid NOTICE If you put things in the hatchback area be sure they won t break the glass when you close it Never slam the hatchback lid down You could break the glass or damage the defogger grid if equipped Remote Trunk Release If Equipped On a sedan model you may have a remote trunk release lever Pull upward on the remote release handle located on the
175. old your vehicle in position on a hill Manual Transaxle Operation 5 Speed The top of your manual transaxle shift lever shows you your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transaxle 2 15 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 You can shift into FIRST 1 when you re going less than 20 mph 32 km h If you ve come to a complete stop and it s hard to shift into FIRST 1 put the shift lever in NEUTRAL N and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL N 2 16 NEUTRAL N Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal You cannot go directly from FIFTH 5 into REVERSE R If you try
176. olding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly PARK P This locks your front wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 2 12 It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Y
177. olling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs 4 14 Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you Il want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt If you have the anti lock braking system remember It helps avoid only the braking skid If you do not have anti lock t
178. on With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds That s normal ABS If the light comes on when you re driving you don t have anti lock brakes and there could be a problem with your regular brakes 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 Have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Your regular brake system may not be working properly if the anti lock brake system warning light is on Driving with the anti lock brake system warning light on can lead to an accident After you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you re driving your vehicle needs service If the light is on and the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light
179. onths whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing 7 30 Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE i Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first ooo Ee See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection
180. ot to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts What s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps 4 21 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually
181. otnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service 7 22 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance Inspect ignition coil plug cap 1 3L Code 2 L4 engine only or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE 7 23 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 96 000 Miles 160 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Change manual tra
182. ou ever suspect exhaust is coming into hicle Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust pean parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately 2 21 Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transaxle It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust Also idling in a closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle even if the fan switch is at the highest setting One place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park ina garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index 2 22 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 Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and
183. ould apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces Ss 3 The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 16 Q What s wrong with this You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body A 4 The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 17 Q What s wrong with this The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 18 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 This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you Q What s wrong with this 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 Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong
184. our vehicle has a automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in ON If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of PARK P in the Index REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transaxle Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index 2 13 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t DRIVE D This position is for normal driving connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed Going less than about 27 mph 43 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down If you need more power for passing and you re Going about 27 mph 43 km h or more push your accelerator pedal all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while l
185. ove steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON light is on or not working properly Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection 2 45 Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem with your oil pressure this light m
186. ow to decrease treble T and a negative number will appear on the display T and a zero will appear on the display when the treble level is set to the middle position Release the up or down arrow when you find the treble level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To set BASS or TREBLE to the middle position select the desired tone control Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To set all of the tone controls and speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio mode Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Adjusting the Speakers BALANCE Press and release AUDIO until BAL appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the right speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the left speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the right speakers L and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the left speakers L and a zero will appear on the display when the the sound is balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached FADE Press and release AUDIO until FAD appears on
187. p and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Dispense gasoline only into approved containers CAUTION Continued A CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle Then go to the front of the vehicle to release the secondary hood release Reach under the hood toward the center Pull the lever all the way up with one hand and lift the hood up with your other hand Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood 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 hood and return the prop to is retainer Lower the hood 8 to 10 inches 20 to 25 cm above the vehicle and release so that it will latch fully Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat if necessary When you lift the hood you ll see these items i A Hood Prop E Radiator Pressure Cap H Battery B Engine Oil Dipstick F Brake Fluid Reservoir I Engine Compartment Fuse Block C En
188. pact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare Now you have access to the compact spare tire Pull it up to remove it The jack is located behind the compact spare Turn the jack screw to remove the jack from the clamps The wheel wrench is located underneath the wing nut and the jack handle is attached to the cardboard cover that is on top of the spare tire Remove all of these items The tools you ll be using include the jack A wheel Attach the jack handle to the jack Turn the jack handle wrench B and jack handle C clockwise to raise the lift head Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet If you have a wheel cover remove it using the flat end of the jack handle Pry along the edge of the wheel cover as shown and pull toward you until it comes off 5 20 2 Under the vehicle near each wheel there are jack head seating plates in the vehicle s frame Position the jack and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly onto the plates closest to the flat tire The jack should be positioned as shown above if a rear tire is being changed 3 If the flat tire is a front tire follow the instructions noted before and position the jack as shown Regardless of whether it is a front or rear tire that is flat the jack head groove will fit in the plates 5 21 Getting under a v
189. pedal That s perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied 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 If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal ma
190. perature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 6 44 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions
191. placed have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If you rarely make a moderate or heavier stop then your brakes might not adjust correctly If you drive in that way then very carefully make a few moderate brake stops about every 1 000 miles 1 600 km so your brakes will adjust properly Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can ch
192. play Press AM FM to return to the radio when a compact disc is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening amp EJECT Press the upward triangle button to remove the disc The radio will play Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off this button is pressed first 3 18 Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage e Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment t
193. r bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time 1 26 The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle 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 If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag e Air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with
194. r bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury to yourself or others have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to ON or START but when the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working Then it should go out when the engine starts If it stays on or comes on when you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the charging system light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Shift Light Manual Transaxle This light comes on when you need to shift to the next higher gear See Manual Transaxle in the Index United States Only Brake System Warning Light Your ve
195. r more information 1 23 How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 24 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 The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering When should an air bag inflate An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 13 mph 14 to 21 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or
196. ransaxle fluid or every 30 months whichever occurs first Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 7 32 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance Inspect the underhood wiring harness for loose connections chafed wires and damage or every 60 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace spark plug wires or every 60 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Drain refill and bleed the brake system 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first a S See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC i Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first o S E See footnote Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Servic
197. red to other gasolines Be sure the posted octane is at least 87 If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it s bad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating or driving up a hill That s normal and you don t have to buy a higher octane fuel to get rid of pinging It s the heavy constant knock that means you have a problem If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards indicated on the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If such fuels are 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 The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index If this occurs return to your authorized Chevrolet dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an oct
198. res even more Unless you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to brake very gently too If you do have anti lock see Anti Lock in the Index This system improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Whether you have the anti lock braking system or not you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement Without anti lock brakes if you feel your vehicle begin to slide let up on the brakes a little Push the brake pedal down steadily to get the most traction you can 4 25 Remember unless you have anti lock if you brake so If You re Caught in a Blizzard hard that your wheels stop rolling you ll just slide Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer Whatever your braking system allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should pro
199. rly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done Part E Maintenance Record is a place for you to record and keep track of the maintenance performed on your vehicle Keep your maintenance receipts They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we don t know exactly how you ll drive it You may drive very short distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts shoul
200. rror will appear on the display and the player will eject the tape The radio will go back to playing the last station selected If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press the eject button or the RCL knob PREV 1 Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the selection has been playing for less than 3 seconds If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the current selection depending on the position on the tape PRE will appear on the display while the cassette player is in PREV mode Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for PREV to work The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button or the right SEEK arrow to go to the next selection on the tape NXT will appear on the display while the cassette player is in NEXT mode Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for NEXT to work The sound will mute while seeking REV 3 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly REV will appear on the display Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will
201. rs first Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection Spark Plug Wire Replacement or every 60 months whichever occurs first Wiring Harness and Connectors Inspection or every 60 months whichever occurs first Brake Fluid Service Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Fuel Filter Replacement Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement Every 120 000 Miles 200 000 km Evaporative Emissions Canister Air Suction Filter Replacement or every 120 months whichever occurs first These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages 7 7 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be performed after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals The service shown at 120 000 miles 200 000 km should be performed at the same interval after 120 000 miles 200 000 km See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspections following 7 8 Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however
202. rtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time For complete program details see your Chevrolet dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service When roadside services are required our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurred for utilizing outside services For prompt assistance when calling please have the following available to give to the advisor Vehicle Identification Number VIN License plate number Vehicle color Vehicle location Telephone number where you can be reached Vehicle mileage Description of problem Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure inside your owner information portfolio for full program details Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 1 800 268 6800 for emergency services Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support
203. s And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement 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 It s wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This ca
204. s 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service i MILEAGE SERVICERE Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first ooo i See footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service See footnote Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Continued 7 17 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Continued Inspect ignition coil plug cap 1 3L Code 2 L4 engine only or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace spark plug wires or every 60 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Inspect the underhood wiring harness for loose connections chafed wires and damage or every 60 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Drain refill and bleed the brake system Replace engine air cleaner filter
205. s whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Change manual transaxle fluid or every 12 months whichever occurs first 7 11 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 27 000 Miles 45 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service 7 12 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance In
206. s job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Fluid Level Check Check the automatic or manual transaxle fluid level and add as needed See Automatic Transaxle or Manual Transaxle in the Index Check for leaks A fluid loss in these systems could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired at once 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 body door hinges Also lubricate all hinges and latches including those for the hood rear compartment and any folding seat hardware Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment 7 39 Starter Switch C
207. safety belt hanger In a crash the safety belt won t be able to do its job if it s hooked into a belt hanger like this Always make sure the safety belt is unhooked from the belt hanger before anyone wears it The safety belt hangers should only be used to store the belts when the seatback is folded down See Folding Rear Seat in the Index The rear seats have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 29 When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks aa 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part om See E SF Dr ory f Og Sa Ness PISS ip Xe be yy K i DP n y H 4 The
208. serts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer To wash your windshield pull the stalk with the washer symbol on it toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield The spray will continue until you release the lever If your vehicle is equipped with intermittent wipers your windshield wipers will cycle a few times See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Rear Window Wiper Washer If Equipped If you have this option on your two door model push the upper button to turn on your rear wiper Push the same button again to turn it off To wash and wipe at the same time push the lower washer button all the way in The washer and wiper will run as long as you hold it To add washer fluid see Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index 2 25 Exterior Lamps Headlamps Turn the outside part of the turn signal multifunction lever to control the lamps 2 26 OFF All lamps are off 00 This position will turn on the following lamps Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Instrument Panel Lamps T This position will turn on the lamps listed above as well as the headlamps Lamps On Reminder If you turn
209. shes may cause water to enter your vehicle 6 50 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use 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 You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your vehicle may have a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whe
210. spect ignition coil plug cap 1 3L Code 2 L4 engine only or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 33 000 Miles 55 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE 7 13 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 36 000 Miles 60 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Change manual transaxle fluid or every 12 months whichever occurs first 39 000 Miles 65 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE SERVIC 4
211. ssions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction 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 NOTICE Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test 2 43 This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways e Li
212. sting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible 4 15 You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because your tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry road
213. strained occupants air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if you were leaning forward it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash Always wear your safety belt even with air bags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle 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 CAUTION Continued Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children There is an air bag readiness light on the AIR instrument panel which BAG shows AIR BAG The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index fo
214. 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 Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hil
215. t These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages 7 6 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 Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Valve Lash Clearance Adjustment 1 3L Code 2 engine only Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection or every 15 months whichever occurs first Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or every 24 months whichever occurs first Cooling System Service or every 30 months whichever occurs first Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Ignition Coil Plug Cap Inspection 1 3L Code 2 L4 engine only or every 30 months whichever occurs first Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Manual Transaxle Fluid Change or 30 months whichever occu
216. t faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable 1 36 A forward facing child restraint C E positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 Ibs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat 1 37 A booster seat F is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs or even up to 80 Ibs 18 to 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window 1 38 When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your
217. t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to four positions LOCK A This is the only position in which you can remove the key This locks your steering wheel ignition and automatic transaxle Press in on the key as you turn it toward you to LOCK If you have an automatic transaxle the ignition switch can t be turned to LOCK unless the shift lever is in the PARK P position ACC ACCESSORY B In this position you can operate some of your electrical power accessories It unlocks the steering wheel and ignition Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed ON C This is the position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch The switch stays in the ON position when the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use ON to operate your electrical power accessories including the heater and to display so
218. ted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning of Fabric Carpet Your dealer has two cleaners Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and carpet They will clean normal spots and stains very well You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Here are some cleaning tips e 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 e Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn Ifaring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines 3 Mix powdered cleaner following the directions on the container label to form thick suds 4 Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg
219. ten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 10 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss cross sequence as shown 5 24 Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 45 lb ft 60 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification 11 Don t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover in the rear area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare 5 25 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools 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 After you ve put th
220. terclockwise and pull the socket out Disconnect the bulb from its socket by twisting and then pulling the bulb out Reverse the steps to install a new bulb 6 37 Rear Parking Sidemarker Lamps 2 Door Model 1 Remove the rear combination lamp assembly as described under Rear Combination Lamps listed previously 2 Turn the socket counterclockwise and gently pull the socket out of the assembly 3 Pull the old bulb straight up to remove it 4 Reverse the steps to install a new bulb 6 38 Dome Lamp 1 Gently pry the dome lamp lens from the dome lamp assembly with a flat head screwdriver 2 Pull the old bulb out 3 Replace the bulb and snap the cover back into place 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 Chevrolet Warranty booklet for details Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflat
221. the ignition off and leave the lamps on yov ll hear a tone when you open the driver s door Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset The DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when The ignition is on the headlamp switch is off and the parking brake is released When you turn on the headlamp switch your DRL will go out and your headlamps will come on The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When you turn off the headlamp switch the regular lamps will go off and your low beam headlamps will come on at the reduced brightness of DRL To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control This knob controls the brightness of your counterclockwise to dim them instrument panel lights Turn the knob clockwise to brighten the lights or 2 27 Dome Lamp The dome lamp is located between the sun visors on the two door model and in the center of the roof on the four door model The dome lamp has a three position
222. the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away 5 10 Cooling System When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 1 Coolant Recovery Tank 2 Radiator Pressure Cap 3 Electric Engine Cooling Fan A CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system A CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn
223. tions following 7 26 Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the parking brake cable guides underbody contact points and linkage A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 3L Code 2 engine only An Emission Control Service Inspect fuel tank cap and lines and any hoses for damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service S
224. tly into the straightaway 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 You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes but unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand But you have to act fast steer quickly and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly 4 11 Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped o
225. u ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier Ys part about the top strap if the child restraint has one hy Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger 7 air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never See Seats in the Index put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how A child in a rear facing child restraint can be If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or seriously injured or killed if the right front neck put it behind the child restraint 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 Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat 1 44 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 6 To tighten the belt
226. ubricants Hydraulic Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid NOTE Fluids and lubricants identified below by name Brake System GM Part No 12377967 or part number or specification may be obtained from equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid your dealer Windshield GM Optikleen Washer Solvent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petrole m Institute Certified For Parking Brake Chassis Lubricant GM Part Pon Cable Guides No 12377985 or equivalent or Gasoline Engines starburst symbol lubricant meeting requirements of the proper viscosity To determine the preferred viscosity of NLGI 2 Category LB la or GC LB for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index Power DEXRON III Automatic Steering System Transmission Fluid Manual GM Goodwrench Synthetic Transaxle Manual Transmission Fluid GM Part No 12346190 1 quart or equivalent SAE 75W 85 GL 4 Gear Oil Automatic DEXRON III Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water preferable distilled and good quality Ethylene Glycol Base Coolant GM Part No 1052753 or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M See Engine Coolant in the Index 7 44 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Key Multi Purpose Lubricant Hood Latch Lubr
227. uce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen vii Vehicle Damage Warnings Also in this book you will find these notices NOTICE These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle Viii In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle For example These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important have to do with are on some of are used on other symbols are used on an for you and your lamps your controls warning and you may see original battery your passengers indicator lights ce oe MASTER solv WINDSHIELD CAUTION driven LIGHTING WIPER POSSIBLE SWITCH rhs INJURY COOLANT TEMP t 14 au 4 D WINDSHIELD E WASHER BATTERY LIGHTER CHARGING ENGINE E ruse Aig _ tate el
228. uction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires 6 42 Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels It s all right to drive with your compact spare though It was developed for use on your vehicle If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading 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 This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades
229. ulb out for replacement Halogen Capsule Lamps 6 Reverse the steps to replace the new bulb assembly 1 Open the hood Make sure the locator tab is properly aligned when installing the headlamp assembly to the vehicle Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle may have the halogen capsule headlamp system These headlamps have horizontal and vertical adjustments These have been pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment If your vehicle is damaged in an accident and the headlamp aim seems affected see your dealer Headlamps on damaged vehicles may require vehicle body repair for correct installation of the headlamp housing or replacement with new headlamp housing s 2 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the headlamp assembly mounting screws NOTICE 3 Pull the headlamp assembly straight out from i the vehicle To make sure your headlamps are aimed properly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts 4 Turn the plastic lock ring about one quarter of a turn counterclockwise to remove it Save the lock ring to use with the new bulb assembly 6 33 To check the aim the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface If necessary pads may be used on an uneven surface The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mud attached to it The veh
230. umber of drinks The law in many U S states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0 10 percent In a growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is 0 08 percent In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them 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 Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision Ata BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up TI be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BA
231. ung children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very young child s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips as it should Instead the belt will likely be over the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force right on the child s abdomen which could cause serious or fatal injuries So be sure that any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a frontal crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of the infant s body the back and shoulders A baby should be secured in an appropriate infant restraint This is so important that many hospitals today won t release a newborn infant to its parents unless there is an infant restraint available for the baby s first trip i
232. ur inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box To open the glove box pull the latch toward you Always keep the glove box door closed while driving Door Storage Pocket Your driver and passenger doors have a storage compartment Cupholder and Compartment To use the cupholder pull it out until it stops With cups removed push it back in to store An open storage tray is below the cupholder 2 29 Cargo Cover If Equipped 2 Pull the cover gently toward you and then lift the i cover out of its retainers If your two door model has this option the cargo cover allows for hidden storage in the rear area of your vehicle To store the cargo cover The cover opens with the hatchback lid so you can easily 1 Fold the rear seatback down get things in and out To carry larger items the cover can be removed and the rear seat can be folded down 2 Place the cover horizontally between the front seatbacks and the rear seat cushion To remove the cargo cover 1 Unhook the lifter lines from the hatchback lid An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cover always store it horizontally between the front seatbacks and rear seat cushion When you put it back always be sure that it is securely reattached To install the cargo cover 1 Raise the r
233. v Il have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system When your brake fluid falls to a low level your brake warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Maintenance Schedule Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir 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 6 29 NOTICE Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint
234. ven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service Replace the camshaft timing belt An Emission Control Service 7 36 Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 120 000 Miles 200 000 km Replace evaporative emissions canister air suction filter 1 3L Code 2 engine only or every 120 months whichever occurs first 7 37 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 At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check
235. winter driving Have your vehicle in good shape for winter You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle 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 And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the ti
236. y Plus To enhance Chevrolet s strong commitment to customer FREE Non Warranty Towing to the closest dealer satisfaction Chevrolet is excited to announce the from a legal roadway establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance FREE Locksmith Key Service when keys are lost Center As the owner of a 2000 Chevrolet membership i on the road or locked inside in Roadside Assistance is free FREE Flat Tire Service spare installed on the road Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day FREE J Start at h th d ump Start at home or on the roa 365 days a year by calling 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 This toll free number will provide you over the phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems 8 6 FREE Fuel Delivery 5 of fuel delivered on the road Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 2000 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks Please see your selling dealer for details Note Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 2000 and newer Chevrolet vehicles for a period of 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first All Courtesy Care services must be pre arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management Basic Care and Cou
237. y get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes Option Your vehicle may have anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid If your vehicle has anti lock brakes this warning light on the instrument panel will come on briefly when you start your vehicle ABS When you start your engine or when you begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves or pulses a little This is normal If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system the anti lock brake system warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is pro
238. you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If you have an air conditioner and it s on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D for automatic transaxles If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If
239. ystem uses the same controls as described previously The function of each lever is explained under Climate Control System in this part The incoming air is cooled and dehumidified instead of being heated Push the A C button to change your comfort control system from heating to air conditioning A light will come on when the air conditioning is on The A C button can also control the humidity in your vehicle The air conditioner works best if you keep your windows closed On very hot days open the windows just long enough for the hot air to escape For normal cooling push the A C button and move the air intake lever to CIRCULATE For faster cooling move the lever to RECIRCULATE Then move the airflow lever to VENT the temperature control lever toward the left and the fan control lever toward the fan symbol On days when it is raining or the humidity is high follow these dehumidifying steps to help clean windows that are cloudy with moisture Push the A C button Move the air intake lever to CIRCULATE Move the airflow lever to DEFROST and the fan control lever toward the fan symbol Adjust the temperature control lever to a comfortable setting Heating For the quickest results move the air intake lever to RECIRCULATE Move the airflow lever to FLOOR the temperature control lever toward the right for warmer air and the fan control lever toward the fan symbol You should switch to CIRCULATE once in a while to avoi

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