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1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SRS” system. 2-1 Features and Controls This section explains how tostart and operate your Chevrolet. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. 4- 1 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and howto drive under different conditions. 5- 1 Problems on the Road This section tells what to doif you have a problem while driving, such asflat a tire or overheated engine,etc. 6-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you howto keep your Chevrolet running properly and looking good. 7-1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and whatfluids and lubricants to use. 8-1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet for assistance andhow to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects”on page 8-10. 9- 1 Index Here’s an alphabetical listingof almost every subjectin this manual.You can use it to quickly find something you want to read. i We support voluntary r technician certification. -GM EA GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN name MALIBU are registered trademarks of CERTIFICATION THROUGH

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Litho in U.S.A. @Copyright Genzral Motors Corporation1996 Part No. 10288097 A First Edition All Rights Reserved ii The Heritage of Chevrolet The dynamic William C. “Billy” Durant shifted gears from making carriages to making cars, forming half the team that gave birth to Chevrolet.

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Six, ” which entered production in I912. That year 2999 vehicles were produced. The Chevrolet blend of created for the pleasureof the into each vehicle. It's not value and performance has open road. surprising that for80 years become an American Every decade, Chevrolet "Genuine Chevrolet" has been tradition -- whether bred for has reinforced its heritage America's automobile. the racetrack like the legendary of affordable performance We're proud to continue that Corvette and Camaro,or with quality and value crafted heritage in your Chevrolet,

I I I The legacy of America$favorite sportscar I In 1932 Chevrolet I began in 1953, when hand-assembled319 I introduced the white Corvettes : Synchro-Mesh launched I the I transmission and first use of a I offered a host of body fiberglass in I accessories -- including production a car: : such niceties as a clock! I ,,-,,------I iv I

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V 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 These mean thereis sometnmg that could hurt controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find you or other people. that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then Index we tell you what todo to help avoidor reduce the A good place to look for what you need is the Index in hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or the back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of all others could be hurt. what’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. You will also find a circle with a slash through it in Safety Warnings and Symbols this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,’’ You will find a numberof safety cautions in this book. “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you let this happen.” about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning.

vi Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage Also, in this book you will find these notices: would not be covered by your warranty, andit could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help NOTICE: avoid the damage. I When you read other manuals, you might see These mean thereis something that could CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. damage your vehicle. You’ll alsosee warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.

vii 1 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols youmay 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: whenever your vehicle is WINDSHIELD CAUTION WIPER POSSIBLE driven: A ENGINE t FUSE INJURY COOLANT kt- TEMP - PROTECT DOOR LOCK TURN EYES BY UNLOCK SIGNALS @ e P BAlTERY LIGHTER SHIELDING CHARGING I-1 Q SYSTEM CAUSTIC WINDSHIELD HORN )cr DEFROSTER BRAKE (@) BURNS

COOLANT SPEAKER AVO1 D WINDOW SPARKS OR Er DEFOGGER a FLAMES ENGINE OIL e, SPARK OR ,111, PRESSURE FUEL B FLAME COULD [-sr=l VENTILATING EXPLODE FOG LAMPS FAN ANTI-LOCK $0 BRAKES BAlTERY (a) ... Section 1 Seats and Seat Restraints

Here you’ll find information about the seats in your Chevrolet and how to use your safety beltsYou properly. can also learn about some things you shouldnot do with air bags and safety belts.

1-2 Seats and Controls 1-20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1-2 Manual Seats 1-23 Questions and Answers About Air Bags 1-3 Power Seats 1-30 Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1-4 Reclining Front Seatbacks 1-34 How to Use Child Restraints 1-5 Rear Seats 1-36 Important Information for Buckling 1-8 Why Safety Belts Work Children in Child Restraints 1-11 Questions Many People Ask About 1-37 Child Restraint Top Straps Safety Belts 1-47 How to Obtain a Safety Belt Extender 1-12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1-47 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1-15 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1-47 Replacing Parts After a Crash

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----- Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats-- how to adjust them -- and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints.

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 couldstartle and confuse you,or make you pusha pedal when you Move the lever under thefront sear IO unlock it. Slide don't want to. Adjust the driver's seat only when the seat to where you want it. Then releasethe lever and the vehicle is not moving. try to move the seat with your body, to make surethe seat is locked into place.

1-2 6-Way Power Seat(If Equipped) Move the seat higher by lifting and holding the bottom of the button. Lower the seat by pushing and holding the top of the button. To move the seat forward, pushthe rear of the button forward. To move the seat backward, pushthe front of the button rearward. Raise the front of the seatby lifting and holding the bottom front endof the button. Lower the frontof the seat by pushing and holdingthe bottom of the front end of the button. Raise the rear of the seat by lifting and holdingthe bottom rear of the button. Lowerthe rear of the seat by pushing and holding the top rearof the button.

The power seat button is located on the lower,left side of the driver’s seat. This button allows you to movethe seat up, down, forward and backward.It will also move the front of the seat upor down and the rear of the seat up or down.

1-3 Reclining Front Seatbacks

To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer of side the seat and move the seatbackto where you want it. But don’t have a seatback reclinedif your vehicle Release the lever to lock the seatback. is moving. Pull up on the lever and the seat willgo to an upright position.

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For properprotection when the vehicle is Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion, havethe seatback upright. Then in motion can be dangerous. Evenif you buckle sit well back in theseat and wear your safety up, your safety belts can’tdo their jobwhen belt properly. you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do itsjob because it Head Restraints won’t be against your body.Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, Slide the head restraint upor down so that the topof the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position receiving neck or other injuries. reduces the chanceof a neck injury in a crash. The lap belt can’t doits job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would bethere, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause seriousinternal injuries. CAUTION: (Continued)

1-5 Rear Seats Folding Rear Seat (If Equipped)

To open the folding rear seat, open the trunk and pull one or both of the tethers locatedon the left sideof the trunk. The leaf-hand tether will open the largerside of the seatback. The right-hand tether will open the smaller side of the seatback. Once a tetheris pulled, the seatback can be pushed open through the trunk,or pulled open from inside the vehicle. To close the folding rear seat from inside the car, push the seatback up until you hear a click. Then pull on the seatback to make sure itis secure. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you howto use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should notdo with safety belts. It is extremelydangerous to ridein a cargo area, And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, (S ;), or air bag system. people riding in theseareas aremore likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow peopleto ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped withseats and safety belts. Be sure everyone inyour vehicle is in a seat andusing a Don’t let anyone ride where heor she can’t wear safety belt properly. a safety belt properly.If you are in a crash and you’re not wearinga safety belt,your injuries can be much worse.You can hitthings inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not beif you are buckled up. Alwaysfasten your safety belt,and check that your passengers’ belts are fastened properly too.

1-7 Your vehicle has a light Why Safety Belts Work that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety When you ride in or on anythi: ,, you go as fast as Belt Reminder Light” in it goes. the Index.)

In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why:They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash.If you do have a crash, you don’t know itif will be abad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes canso be serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes arein between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could have been badlyhurt or killed. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’sjust a seat After more than25 years of safety belts in vehicles, on wheels. the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot!

1-8 Put someone onit. Get it up to speed. Thenstop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.

1-9 The person keeps going until stoppedby something. or the instrument panel... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...

1-10 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts-- and the Answers @ Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle afteran accident if I’m wearing a safety belt?

.. . A: You could be -- whether you’re wearinga safety belt or not. But you can unbucklea safety belt, even if you’re upsidedown. And your chanceof being conscious during and after an accident,so you can unbuckle and get out,is much greater if you are belted. @ If my vehicle hasair bags,why should I have to wear safety belts? A: Air bags are in many vehicles today and will bein most of them inthe future. But they are or the safety belts! supplemental systems only;so they work with With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. safety belts-- not instead of them. Every air bag You get more timeto stop. You stop over more distance, system ever offered for sale has required the useof and your strongest bonestake the forces. That’s why safety belts. Evenif you’re in a vehicle that hasair safety belts make such goodsense. 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.

1-11 @ If I’m a good driver, andI never drive far from H,,, to Wear Safety Belts Properly home, why shouldI wear safety belts? Adults A: You may be an excellent driver, butif you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault-- you and This part is onlyfor people of adult size. your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver Be aware that there are special things to know about doesn’t protect youfrom things beyond your safety belts and children. And there are different control, such as bad drivers. rules for smaller children and babies.If a child will be riding in your Chevrolet,see the part of this Most accidents occur within25 miles (40 km) of manual called “Children.” Follow those rulesfor home. And the greatest numberof serious injuries everyone’s protection. and deaths occur at speedsof less than 40 mph First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your (65 km/h). vehicle has. Safety belts arefor everyone. We’ll start with the driver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver hasa lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (tosee how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up straight.

1-12 3. Pick up the latch plate and pullthe belt across you. If the belt stops beforeit reaches the buckle, tilt the Don’t let it get twisted. latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle The shoulder belt maylock if you pull the belt across the belt. you very quickly. If this happens,let the belt go back Pull up on the latch plate to make sureit is secure. slightly to unlockit. Then pull the belt across you If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt more slowly. Extender” at the endof this section. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle untilit clicks. Make surethe release button onthe buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. 1-13 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt shouldbe worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. the hips, just touching the thighs.In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’dbe less likely to slide underthe 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 locksif there’s a sudden stop or crash,or if you pull the belt very quickly outof the retractor. 1-14 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 10 move it down, squeeze the release button and move Before you begin todrive, move the shoulder belt the adjuster tothe desired position.You can move the adjuster to the height thatis right for you. adjuster upjust by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After you move the adjusterto where you want it, try to move it down without squeezing the release button to make sure it has lockedinto position. Adjust the heightso that the shoulder portionof the belt is centered on your shoulder.The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not fallingoff your shoulder.

1-15 Q: What’s wrong with this? 1 \ CAUTION:

You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt shouldfit against your body.

A: The shoulder beltis too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.

1-16 Q: What’s wrong with this?

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 forceswould be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could causeserious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.

A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.

1-17 @’ What’s wrong with this? A CAUTION:

You can be seriouslyinjured if you wear the shoulder beltunder your arm. In a crash, your body would movetoo far forward, which would increase the chanceof head and neck injury. Also, the beltwould apply too much forceto the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulderbones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liveror spleen.

A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulderat all times.

1-18 @' What's wrong with this?

You can be seriously injured bya 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 tofix it.

A: The belt is twisted across the body.

1-19 I Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injuredif they don’t wear safety belts.

To unlatch the belt,just push the button on the buckle. The belt shouldgo back out of the way. Before you close the door,be sure the beltis out of the way. If you slam the door onit, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should beworn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughoutthe pregnancy.

1-20 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Here are the most important thingsto know about the air mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more bag system: likely that the fetus won’t be hurt ina crash. For pregnant women, asfor anyone, the key to malung safety belts effective is wearing them properly. A CAUTION: ‘ --- Right Front Passenger Position - I You can be severelyinjured orkilled ina crash if The right front passenger’s safety beltworks the same you aren’t wearing your safety belt-- even if you way as the driver’s safety belt. See “Driver Position,” have air bags. Wearing your safety beltduring a earlier in this section. crash helps reduce your chanceof hitting things Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) inside the vehicleor being ejected fromit. Air bags are “supplemental restraints’’ tothe safety This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. belts. All air bags are designed to work with safety belts,but don’t replace them. Air bagsare Your Chevrolet has two air bags-- one air bag for the designed to work only inmoderate to severe driver and another air bagfor the rightfront passenger. crashes where thefront of your vehiclehits something. Theyaren’t designed toinflate at all in rollover, rear, side or low-speed frontal crashes. Everyone in your vehicle should weara safety belt properly -- whether or not there’s an air bag for thatperson. There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. Air bags inflate withgreat force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close toan inflating air bag, it could seriouslyinjure you. Safety belts help keepyou in position beforeand during a crash. Always wear your safety belt,even with air bags, Thedriver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining controlof the vehicle. The system checks the air bag electrical systemfor malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light”in the Index for more information.

An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see the part of this manual called “Children” and the caution label on the right front passenger’s safety belt.

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I 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 airbag is in the middleof the steering wheel.

1-23 When should an airbag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate ain moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bagwill inflate If something is betweenan occupant and an air only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed bag, the bag might notinflate properly or it “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight intoa wall that doesn’t moveor deform, the thresholdlevel is might forcethe object into thatperson. Thepath about 9 to 16 mph (14 to 26 km/h). The threshold level of an inflating air bag must be kept clear, Don’t can vary, however, with speci€ic vehicle design,so that put anything betweenan occupant and anair it can be somewhat aboveor below this range. If your bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the vehicle strikes something that will moveor deform, such steering wheel hub or on or near any other air as a parked car, the thresholdlevel will be higher. The bag covering. air bag is not designed inflateto in rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts, because inflation wouldnot help the occupant. In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply becauseof the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. Inflation is determined by the angleof the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontalor near-frontal impacts.

1-24 What makes an airbag inflate? What will you see afteran airbag inflates? In an impactof sufficient severity,the air bag sensing After an air bag inflates,it quickly deflates, so quickly system detects that the vehicle isin a crash.The sensing that some people may not even realizethe air bag system triggers a releaseof gas from the inflator, which inflated. Some components of the air bag module-- the inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag and related steering wheel hubfor the driver’s air bag, orthe hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the instrument panelfor the rightfront passenger’s steering wheel andin the instrument panel infront of the bag -- will be hot for a short time. The parts of the bag right front passenger. that come into contact withyou may be warm, but not How does an air bag restrain? too hot to touch. There will be some smoke anddust coming from ventsin the deflated air bags. Air bag In moderate to severe frontalor near-frontal collisions, inflation doesn’t prevent the driverfrom seeing orfrom even belted occupantscan contact the steering wheelor being able to steer the vehicle, nor doesit stop people the instrument panel.Air bags supplementthe protection from leaving the vehicle. provided by safety belts. Air bagsdistribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. Butair bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts and side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motionis not toward When an air bag inflates, therc dust in the air. those air bags. Air bags should never be regardedas This dust could cause breathing problems for anything more than a supplement to safety belts, people with a history of asthma or other and then onlyin moderate to severe frontal or breathing trouble.To avoid this, everyonein the near-frontal collisions. vehicle should get out as soonas it is safe to doso. If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle afteran air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.

1-25 In many crashes severe enoughto inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. NOTICE:

Additional windshield breakage may also occur from ~~ the right front passenger air bag. If you damage the coveringfor the driver’sor the e Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not inflate, you’ll need some new partsfor your air bag work properly.You may haveto replace the air system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system bag modulein the steering wheel or both the air won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. bag moduleand the instrument panel for the A new system will include air bag modules and right front passenger’s air bag. Do not openor possibly other parts. The service manual for your break the air bag coverings. vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system.The module records information about the readinessof the system, when the sensors are activated and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. a 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.

1-26 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet Rear SeatPassengers Air bags affect how your Chevrolet should be serviced. It’s very importantfor rear seat passengersto buckle up! There are partsof the air bag system in several places Accident statistics show that unbelted peoplein the rear around your vehicle.You don’t want the system to seat arehurt more oftenin crashes than those whoare inflate while someoneis working on your vehicle. Your wearing safety belts. Chevrolet dealer and the Malibu Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown system. To purchase a service manual, see “Service and out of the vehiclein a crash. And they can strike others Owner Publications” in the Index. in the vehicle whoare wearing safety belts.

I Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions A CAUTION: F- 1 For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected,an air bag can still inflate during improperservice. You can be injured if you are close to anair bag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors. Theyare probably part of the air bag system.Be sure to follow proper service procedures,and make sure Lap-Shoulder Belt the personperforming work for you is qualified The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder to do so. belts. Here’s how to wear one properly.

The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.

1-27 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. If the belt stops beforeit reaches the buckle, tilt the latch Don’t letit get twisted. plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt acrossPull up on the latch plate to make sureis itsecure. If you very quickly. this happens, let the belt go back If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” slightly to unlockit. Then pull the belt across you at the end ofthis section. Make sure the release button on more slowly. the buckle is positionedso you would be able to unbuckle 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle untilit clicks. the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

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3. To make the lap part tight, pull downon the buckle The lap part of the belt shouldbe worn low and snug on end of the beltas you pull upon the shoulder part. 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 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.

1-29 The safety belt locksif there's a sudden stop ora crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out ofthe retractor.

I A CAUTION: I You can be seriously hurtif 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.

To unlatch the belt,just push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints andfor small adults. When installedon a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the awaybelt from the neck and head,

1-30 There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat. To provide added safety belt comfortfor children who have outgrown child restraints andfor smaller adults, the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts. Here’s how to installa comfort guide and use the safety belt:

2. Slide the guide under and past the belt.The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, placethe guide over the belt, and insert the two edgesof the belt into the slots of the guide.

1. Pull the elastic cord out from between theedge of the seatback and the interior body to removethe guide from its storage clip.

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3. Be sure that the beltis not twisted andit lies flat. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” on top. earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder.

1-32 To remove and store the comfortguides, squeeze the Lap Belt belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides. Pullthe guide upward to exposeits storage clip, and then slide the guideonto the clip. Rotate the guide and clip inward and in betweenthe seatback and the interior body, leaving only theloop of elastic cord exposed. Center Passenger Position

When you sit in the center seating position,you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor.To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pullit along the belt.

1-33 Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every statein the United States andin every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Childran snd Pa.bies I A CAUTION: Smaller childrenand babies should always be restrained ina child or infant restraint. The instructions for therestraint will say whether it is the right type andsize for your child. A very To make the belt shorter, pull itsfree end as shown until young child’s hip bonesare so small that a the belt is snug. regular belt might not staylow on the hips, as it Buckle, position and releaseit the ‘SMeway as the lap should. Instead, the beltwill likely beover the part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, child’s abdomen.In a crash, the beltwould apply see “Safety Belt Extender” atthe end of this section. force righton the child’s abdomen, which could Make sure the release button on the buckleis positioned cause seriousor fatal injuries. So, be sure that so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly any child small enoughfor one is always properly if you ever had to. restrained in a childor infant restraint.

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at only 25 mph(40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a240-1b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint.

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Never hold a babyin 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 holdit. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued)

1-35 Child Restraints r Be sure the child restraintis designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. A child in a rear-facing childrestraint can be Then follow the instructionsfor the restraint. You may seriously injured if the right frontpassenger’s air find these instructionson the restraint itself or in a bag inflates. This is becausethe back of a booklet, or both. These restraintsuse the belt system in rearfacing child restraint would be very closeto your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the inflatingair bag. Always secure a rear-facing the restraint to help reduce the chanceof personal injury. child restraint in the rear seat. The instructions that come with the infant or child You may, however, secure a forward-facing child restraint will show you how to do that. restraint in theright front seat. Before yousecure Where to Put the Restraint a forward-facing childrestraint, always move the front passenger seat as far back asit will go. Or, Accident statistics show that children are safer if they secure the childrestraint in therear seat. are restrained in the rear rather than the front Weseat. at General Motors therefore recommend thatyou put your child restraint in the rear seat.Never put a rear-facing Wherever you installit, be sure to secure the child child restraint in thefront passenger seat. Here’s why: restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraintcan move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secureany child restraint in your vehicle-- even when no child is init.

1-36 Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap,it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Chevrolet dealer to putit infor you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to doit. Canadian law requires that child restraints have a top strap, and thatthe strap be anchored. If your child restraint has a top strap, your dealer can obtain a kit with anchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designedfor this vehicle.The dealer can then install the anchorfor you. In Canada, this work will bedone for you free of charge. Or, you may install the anchor yourself usingthe instructions 6 provided in the kit. E

1-37 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position

l You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt.See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the childin the child restraint as the instructions say. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the beltif needed. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder If the shoulder belt goes infront of the child’sface or portions of the vehicle’s safety belt throughor neck, put it behind the child restraint. around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

1-38 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. To tighten the belt, pull up onthe shoulder belt while positioned so you would beable to unbuckle the you push down on the child restraint. safety belt quicklyif vou ever had to. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure isit secure. To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let goit back allthe way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to workfor an adult or larger child passenger.

1-39 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position

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You’ll be using thelap belt. See the earlier part about the top strapif the child restraint has one.

1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pullingit along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat.Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraintas the instructions say. 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt throughor around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 1-40 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release buttonis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. 6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraintin different directions to be sureit is secure.If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt.It will be ready to work foran adult or larger child passenger.

1-41 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt.See the earlierpart Front Seat Position about the topstrap if the child restraint has one. 1. Because your vehicle hasa right front passenger air bag, always move the seat asfar back as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See “Seats” in the Index.) 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the childin the child restraint as the instructions say. Pour vehicle hasa right front passenger air bag. Never 4. Pick up the latch plate, and run thelap and shoulder put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: portions of the vehicle’s safety belt throughor around the restraint. The child restraint instructions PLCAUTION: will show you how. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of a rearfacing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always securea rearfacing child restraint in the rear seat.

1-42 Tilt the latch plate to adjustthe belt if needed. 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be ableto unbuckle the If the shoulder belt goesin front of the child’s face or safety belt quicklyif you ever hadto. neck, putit behind the child restraint.

1-43 Larger Children

6. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different Children who have outgrown child restraints should directions to be sure it is secure. wear the vehicle’s safety belts. To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle’s If you have the choice, a child should sit nextto a safety belt andlet it go back all the way. The safety belt window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and will move freely again and be ready to workfor an adult get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. or larger child passenger,

1-44 Accident statistics show that children are saferif they are restrained in therear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in Never do this. a crash. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other belt can’tproperly spread the impact forces.In a people who are. crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be usedby only one personat a time.

What if a child is wearinga lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close tothe child’s faceor neck? A: Move the child towardthe center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder beltstill is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crashthe child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position, see “Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides’’ inthe Index. If the child is so small that the shoulder beltis still very close to the child’s face or neck, you might want to place the childin the center seat position, the one that has only lapa belt.

1-45 Never do this. Here a child is sitting ina seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulderpart is behind the child.If the child wearsthe belt in thisway, in a crash the child might slideunder the belt. The belt's force wouldthen be applied right on the child's abdomen. That could cause seriousor fatal injuries.

Wherever the child sits, the lap portionof the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips,just touching the child's thighs. This applies belt forceto the child's pelvic bones in a crash.

1-46 Safety Belt Extender Replacing Restraint System Parts If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you After a Crash should useit. If you’ve had a crash,do you need new belts? But if a safety belt isn’t long enough fasten, to your After a very minorcollision, nothing may be necessary. dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When yougo But if the belts were stretched,as they would be if worn in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear,so the during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. extender will be long enoughfor you. The extender will be just for you, andjust for the seat in your vehicle that If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision you choose. Don’t let someoneelse use it, and use it damage alsomay mean you will need to have safety belt only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, justattach it or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs to the regular safety belt. may be necessary even if thebelt wasn’t being used at the time of the collision. Checking Your Restraint Systems If your seat adjuster won’t work aftercrash, a the special Now and then, make surethe safety belt reminder light part of the safety belt that goes throughthe seat to the and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and adjuster may need to be replaced. anchorages are working properly. Lookfor any other If an air bag inflates, you’ll need to replace air bag loose or damaged safety belt system parts.If you see system parts.See the part onthe air bag system earlier in anything that might keep a safety belt systemfrom this section. doing its job, have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They canrip apart under impactforces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Also look for any opened or brokenair bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced.(The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) 1-47 & NOTES

1-48 Section 2 Features and Controls

Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet, and informationon starting, shifting and braking. Also explainedare the instrument panel andthe warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly-- and what todo if you have a problem.

2-2 Important Information About Keys 2-27 Operation of Your Windows 2-4 Door Locks 2-28 Adjusting the Tilt Steering Wheel 2-5 Operation of Child Security Locks 2-29 Functions of the Multifunction Lever 2-6 Keyless Entry System 2-30 How to Use the High/Low Beam 2- 8 Battery Replacementfor Keyless Headlamp Changer Entry System 2-30 Windshield Wipers and Fluid 2-1 1 Preventing Theft of Your Vehicle 2-33 Using Cruise Control 2-13 New Vehicle “Break-In” 2-36 Exterior Lamps 2-13 Ignition Positions 2-37 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 2- 14 Tips on Starting Your Engine 2-3 8 Interior Lamps 2- 17 Using the Engine Coolant Heater 2-40 Rearview Mirrors 2-18 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2-42 Storage Compartments 2-22 Second-Gear Start 2-47 Sunroof 2-22 Parking Brake Guidelines 2-48 Instrument Panel Overview 2-26 Important Information on Engine Exhaust 2-52 All About Your Warning Lights and Gages Keys

Leaving young 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 power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.

2-2 One key is used for the If you need a new key,go to your dealerfor the correct ignition andall other locks. key code. I NOTICE: Your vehicle has a numberof new features that can help prevent theft, therefore you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside.You may even haveto damage your vehicle to getin. So be sure you When a new Chevroletis delivered, thedealer removes have extra keys. the key plug from the key, and givesit to the first owner. Each plug has a keycode on it that tells your dealeror a qualified locksmith how tomake extra keys. Keep the plugs in safe place. If you lose your key, you’ll beable to have one made easily using this plug.

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~ Door Locks

A CAWTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open thedoors and fall out. Whena door is locked, the inside handlewon’t open it. Outsiders can easilyenter through an unlocked door when you slow downor stop your vehicle. This may not beso obvious: You increase the chance of being thrownout of the vehicle ina crash if the doors aren’t locked. Wear safety belts From the inside,to lock the door, move the locking properly, lock your doors,and you will be far lever forward. better off whenever youdrive your vehicle. To unlock the door, move the locking lever rearward.

There are several waysto lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key or Keyless Entry System, if your vehicle has this option.

2-4 Power Door Locks(If Equipped) Rear Door Security Locks

- With the power door locks, Your Chevrolet is equipped you can unlock or lock all with rear door security of the doors of your vehicle locks that help prevent from the driver orfront passengers from opening passenger doorlock switch. the rear doorsof your vehicle from the inside.

Pull up onthe switch to unlock allof the doors. Push down on it to lock all the doors. The switch is located on the inside of the rear door.To Door Ajar Reminder use the security locks: If one of the doors of your vehicle is not closed properly, 1. Move the switch up. the ignition is on and youshift from PARK (P) or 2. Close the door. NEUTRAL (N), you will hear a chime.Also, the Door Ajar light on the instrument panel will come on and stay 3. Do the same thing on the other rear door. on until the doors are closed and completely latched. The rear doorsof your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use.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. 2-5 If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adults or Keyless Entry System(If Equipped) older children who ride thein rear won’t be ableto open the rear door from the inside.You should let adults and If your Chevrolet has this option, you can lock and older children know how these security locks work, and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about how to cancel the locks. 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. To cancel the rear door lock: 1. Unlock the door from the inside and openit from In addition, the system the outside. illuminates the interior lights for a set periodof 2. Move the switch down. time. The keyless entry 3. Do the same for the other rear door. system consists of a receiver, which is located in The rear doors will now work normally. the vehicle, and two Leaving Your Vehicle hand-held transmitters. If you are leaving your vehicle, open your door and set the locksfrom the inside, then get out and close the door.

Your Keyless Entry System operates ona radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada Rules.

2-6 This device complies withPart 15 of the FCC Rules. Check the location. Other vehiclesor objects may be Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: blocking the signal. Takea few stepsto the left or (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, right, hold the transmitter higher andtry again. and (2) this device must accept any interference received, If you’re still having trouble, see your Chevrolet including interference that may cause undesired operation. dealer ora qualified technicianfor service. This device complies withRSS-210 of Industry Canada. Changes or modifications to this systemby other than an Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: authorized service facility could void authorizationto (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this use this equipment. device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operationof Operation the device. The followingfunctions are available with the keyless This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to entry system: 30 feet (9 m). At times you may noticea decrease in range. This is normal for any keyless entry system. LOCK: All doors will automaticallylock when the If the transmitter doesnot work or if you have to LOCK buttonon the transmitteris pressed. Press the stand closer to your vehiclefor the transmitter to button a second time and you will heara “chirp“ to work, trythis: indicate that the doors have been locked. Check to determine if battery replacement or UNLOCK: The driver’s door will unlock automatically resynchronization is necessary. See the instructions when the UNLOCK button on the transmitteris pressed. that follow. If the UNLOCK button is pressed again withinfive seconds, all remaining doorswill unlock. Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy Trunk Release: The trunk will unlock anytime the or snowy weather. vehicle symbolon the transmitteris pressed, the trunk lockout is not engaged and the gear selector is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) .

2-7 Matching Transmitter@)To Your Vehicle Battery Replacement Each keyless entry transmitteris coded to prevent Under normal use, the battery in your keyless entry another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.If a transmitter should last about two years. transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any work at the normal rangein any location.If you have to remaining transmitters with you when you go to your get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement it’s probably time to change the battery. transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, thelost transmitter will not unlock your NOTICE: vehicle. Each vehicle can have only four transmitters I matched to it. When replacing the battery, use care not to touch You can match your transmitter to as many any of the circuitry. Static from your body 1997 General Motors vehicles asyou own, as transferred to these surfaces may damage long as they have the same Keyless Entry system. the transmitter. Contact your dealerfor assistance with this.

2-8 3. Put the two halves back together. Make surethe cover is on tightly, so water won’t get in. 4. Check the operation of the transmitter with your vehicle. If the transmitter does not work, try synchronizing the transmitter with the receiver. Synchronization Your keyless entry system is equipped witha security system that prevents anyone fi-om recording and playing back your signal. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent to it more than once. To resynchronize your transmitter and receiver, follow these directions: To replace the batteryin the Keyless Entry System: 1. Stand close to your vehicle, 1. Use a smallcoin or flathead screwdriverto separate 2. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttonson the bottom half from the top halfof the transmitter. the transmitter atthe same time, 2. Remove the battery and replaceit with the new one. 3. Hold the buttons for five seconds. In this time, the Make surethe positive (+) side of the battery faces doors shouldlock and unlock once. This confirms down. Use one3 volt, CR2032, or equivalent, the resynchronization.If the doors do not lock and type battery. unlock, see your dealerfor service.

2-9 Trunk Remote Trunk Release To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the key and Press the remote release turn the trunk lock cvlinder. button, located on the lower left side of the instrument panel, to release the trunk lid. Make sure the lockout feature is not activated. It can be dangerous to drive with thetrunk lid Also, the remote trunk open becausecarbon monoxide (CO)gas can release will only work when the gearshift come into your vehicle.You can’t see or smell lever is in PARK (P) or CO. It can cause unconsciousnessand even death. NEUTRAL (N). If you must drive with thetrunk lid openor if electrical wiringor other cable connections must pass through the seal between thebody and the Remote Trunk Release Lockout trunk lid: Your remote trunk releaseis equipped with alockout Make sure all windows are shut. feature to help prevent unauthorized entryinto the trunk %MIthe fanon your heating or cooling when leaving the vehicle unattended. The switchis system to its highest speed with the setting on located on the insideof the trunk lid, mountedto the VENT. That will force outsideair into your trunk lid latch. vehicle. See “Comfort Controls” in the Index. If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel, open them all theway. See “Engine Exhaust” inthe Index.

2-10 Theft .. I Vehicle theftis big business, especially in some cities. Although your Chevrolet has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothingwe put onit 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 targetfor joy riders or professional thieves-- so don’t do it. When you park your Chevrolet and openthe driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding toyou remove your To turn the lockout on, slide the switch all the way to the key from the ignition and takeit with you. Alwaysdo left. To turn the lockout off, slide the switch all the way this. Your ignition and transaxle will be locked. And to the right. remember to lock the doors. When the lockout is on, the remotetrunk release switch on the instrument panelwill not releasethe trunk lid. However, the trunk lid can still be opened with the key, but not withthe keyless entry transmitter(if equipped).

2-11 Parking at Night Passlock TM Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables outof sight. theft-deterrent system. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system.The system Parking Lots is armed once the keyis removed from the ignition. Passlock enables fuelif the ignition lock cylinder is If you park ina lot where someone will be watching turned with a valid key. Ifa correct key is not used, your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. fuel is disabled. But what if you have to leave your key? What if you have to leave something valuablein your vehicle? During normal operation, the THEFT SYSTEM light will go off after the engineis started. If the THEFT Put your valuables in a storage area, like your trunk SYSTEM light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing or glove box. before starting the engine. Lock the glove box. If the THEFT SYSTEM light comes on while the engine 0 Lock all the doors except the driver’s. is running, a problem has been detected and the system may need service.See your dealer for service. In an emergency, call the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program at 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872).

2-12 New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Positions

NOTICE: A hB Your modern Chevrolet doesn’t needan elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: 0 Don’t drive at any one speed-- fast or slow -- for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. 0 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 withnew linings can mean premature wear and earlierreplacement. With the ignition key inthe ignition switch, you can turn Follow this breaking-in guideline every the switch to four positions. time you get newbrake linings. OFF (A): Before you put the key into the ignition Don’t tow trailer duringbreak-in. a switch, the switchis off. It is the only position from See “Towing a nailer” in the Index for which you can remove the key. This position locks your more information. ignition and transaxle.A warning chime will soundif you open the driver’s door whenthe ignition isoff and the key is in the ignition.

2-13 ACC (Accessory) (B): This position unlocks the transaxle. It also lets you use things like the radio and I NOTICE: windshield wipers when the engineis not running. To use ACC, push in the key andturn it to the right. Use Don’t try to shift to PARK(P) if your Chevrolet this position ifyour vehicle must be pushed or towed, is moving. If you do, you could damage the but never to push-start your vehicle. try transaxle. Shift to PARK(P) only when your ON (C): This position unlocks the ignition and vehicle is stopped. transaxle. This positionis also where the key returns after you start yourengine and releasethe switch. The switch stays inON when the engine is running. But even Starting Your 2.4 Liter Engine when the engineis not running, youcan use ON to 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your operate your electrical power accessories, and to display ignition key toSTART. When the engine starts, let some instrument panel warning lights. go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your START (D): This position starts the engine. When the engine gets warm. engine starts, releasethe key. The ignition switch will return to ON for normal driving. I NOTICE: Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK(P) or NEUTRAL (N). Holding your key in STARTfor longer than Your engine won’t startin any other position-- that’s a 15 seconds at atime will cause your battery to be safety feature.To restart when you’re already moving, drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can use NEUTRAL (N) only. damage your starter motor.

2-14 2. If it doesn’t start right away, and if the weather is very cold (below -20” F or -29” C), push the NOTICE: accelerator pedal about one-quarterof the way down while you turn the key to START.Do this until the Your engine is designed to work with the engine starts. As soon as it does, let go of the key. electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then parts oraccessories, you could changethe way stops), it could be flooded withtoo much gasoline. the engine operates. Beforeadding electrical Try pushing your accelerator pedal allthe way to the equipment, check with your dealer.you If don’t, floor and holding it there as you holdthe key in your engine might not perform properly. START for about three seconds.This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If the vehicle starts briefly If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see but then stops again,do the same thing, but thistime the part of this manualthat tells how to doit keep the pedal about one-quarter of the way down without damaging yourvehicle. See “Towing for five or six seconds. Your Vehicle” in the Index.

2-15 Starting Your 3100 Engine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turnyour NOTICE: ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go downas your Your engine is designed to work with the engine gets warrn. electronics in yourvehicle. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you could change theway the engine operates. Before adding electrical I NOTICE: equipment, check with your dealer.If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. Holding your keyin START for longer than If you ever haveto have your vehicle towed, see 15 seconds at a timewill cause yourbattery to be the part of this manualthat tells how to doit drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can without damaging yourvehicle. See “Towing damage yourstarter motor. Your Vehicle” in the Index.

2. If your engine won’t start(or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holdingit there as you hold the key in START for up to 15 seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.

2-16 Engine Coolant Heater(If Equipped)

3100 Engine

2.4L Engine In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18"C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged a in minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.

2-17 To Use the Coolant Heater How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the 1. Turn off the engine. kind of oil you have, and some other things. Insteadof 2. Open the hood and unwrapthe electrical cord. trying to list everything here,we ask that you contact your Chevrolet dealer inthe area where you’ll be 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. parking your vehicle.The dealer can giveyou the best advice for that particular area. A CAUL :ON: Automatic Transaxle Operation

Plugging the cordinto an ungrounded outlet could causean electrical shock. Also, thewrong kind of extension cord could overheatand cause a fire.You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cordwon’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cordrated for at least 15 amps. Your automatic transaxle has a shift lever located on the console between the seats. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.

2-18 PARK (P): This locks your front wheels. It’sthe best Ensure the shift lever is fullyin PARK (P) range before position to use when youstart your engine because your starting the engine. Your Chevrolet hasa brake-transaxle vehicle can’t move easily. shift interlock. You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (p) when the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease A CAUmION: pressure on theshift lever -- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) -- as you maintain brake application. Then move theshift lever into the gear you wish. (Press It is dangerous to getout of your vehicleif the the shft lever button before moving theshift lever.) See shift lever is not fully PARKin (P) with the “Shifting Out of PARK (P)” later in this section. parking brakefirmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. REVERSE (R):Use this gearto back up. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.If you have left the engine running, the vehiclecan move suddenly. NOTICE: You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re onfairly Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is level ground, always setyour parking brake and moving forward could damage your transaxle. move the shift lever to PARK (P). Shift to REVERSE (R)only after your vehicle See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If is stopped. you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get outof snow, ice or sand without damaging your transaxle,see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index.

2-19 NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t DRIVE (D): This positionis for normal driving. If you connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re need more powerfor passing, and you’re: already moving, useNEUTRAL only. Also, use (N) Going less than 35 mph (56 M),push your NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicleis being towed. accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 M)or more, push the accelerator all theway down. You’ll shift downto the next gear and have more power. Shifting outof PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while I your engine is “racing” (runningat high speed) is NOTICE: dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle couldmove very If your vehicle is seems tostart up ratherslowly, rapidly. You could lose control and hit peopleor or if it seems not to shift gears as yougo faster, objects. Don’t shift out of PARK (P) or something may be wrong with a transaxle system NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is racing. sensor. If you drive veryfar that way, your vehicle can be damaged.So, if this happens, have your vehicle serviced right away. Until then, you can use SECOND(2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (56 km/h) and DRIVE (D) for ~ NOTICE: I I I higher speeds. Damage to your transaxle causedby shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)with the engine 1 racingisn’t covered by yourwarranty. THIRD (3): This position is also used for normal FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power driving, however,it offers more power and lower fuel (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You economy than DRIVE (D). Here are some times you can use it on very steep hills,or in deep snow or mud. might choose THIRD (3) instead of DRIVE (D): If the selectorlever is put in FIRST (l),the transaxle won’t shift into first gear untilthe vehicle is going 0 When driving on hilly, winding roads. slowly enough. When towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears. When going down a steep hill. NOTICE: SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but If your front wheels can’t rotate, don’ttry to lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. drive. This might happenif you werestuck in It can help control your speed as yougo down steep very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakesoff and on. object. You can damage your transaxle. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehiclethere with only the accelerator NOTICE: pedal. This could overheatand damage the transaxle. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) Don’t drive in SECOND (2) for more than to hold your vehiclein position ona hill. 25 miles (41 km), or atspeeds over55 mph (88 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle. Use DRIVE (D) or THIRD (3) as much as possible. Don’t shiftinto SECOND (2) unless you are going slowerthan 65 mph (105 km/h) or you can damage your engine.

2-21 Second-Gear Start To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your rightfoot. Push down on the Your vehicle is equipped with a second-gear start parking brake pedal with your left foot.the If parking feature. Placethe shift leverin SECOND (2) gear to brake is not released when you begin to drive, a chime provide more traction when you are startingice on or will sound warning you that the parking brakestill is on other slippery surfaces.The transaxle will be in SECOND (2) gear when the vehicle begins to move. After starting in SECOND(2) gear, place the shift lever NOTICE: in THIRD (3) or DRIVE (D). ~ This feature is onlyfor improved traction only whenme Driving with the parking brake on can cause road surface is slippery andis not intended for your rear brakes to overheat. You may haveto continuous use or when the vehicle is stuck insana, replace them, andyou could also damage other mud, ice, snow or gravel. parts of your vehicle. Parking Brake If you are towing a trailer andare parking on a hill, see To set the parking brake, “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows hold the regular brake pedal what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignitionis on, the brake system warning light will come on.

2-22 Shifting Into PARK (P)

It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fullyin PARK (P) with the parking brakefirmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. If you have leftthe 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 onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pullinga trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this:

0 Hold in the button on the lever. 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your rightfoot and Push the lever all theway toward the front of set the parking brake. your vehicle. 3. Move the ignition key to OFF. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle withthe key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).

2-23 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Torque Lock Engine Running If you are parkingon a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle intoPARK (P) properly, the weight of the r vehicle may puttoo much force on the parking pawl in I CAUTION: the transaxle.You may find it difficult to pull the shift A lever outof PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.”To It can be dangerousto leave your vehicle with the prevent torque lock,set the parking brake and then shift engine running. Your vehicle could move into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK(P) seat. To find out how,see “Shifting IntoPARK (P)” in the Index. with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running,it could When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever of out overheat and even catch fire.You or others could PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. be injured, Don’t leave your vehicle with the If torque lock does occur,you may need to have another engine running unless you haveto. vehicle push yours a little uphill to take someof the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle,so you can pull the shift lever outof PARK (P). If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is inPARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift leverinto PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down. Then,see if you can move the shift lever away fromPARK (P) without first pushing the button. If you can, it means that the shift lever wasn’t fully locked intoPARK (P).

2-24 Shifting Out of PARK(P) Parking Over Things That Burn Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxleshift interlock. You have to apply your regular brake before you can EG shift from PARK (P) when the ignitionis in the ON position. See "Automatic Transaxle" in the Index. If you cannot shift outof PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the shift lever all the wayinto PARK (P) -- as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift into the gear you wish. (Press the shift lever button before moving the shift lever.) If you ever hold the brake pedal down butstill can't shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the key toOFF. 2. Apply and holdthe regular brake until the endof Step 4. 3. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Start the vehicle and then shift tothe drive gear you want. 5. Have the vehicle fixedas soon as you can. Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked CAUTION: It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you A ever Pleto, here are some things to know. Engine exhaust cankill. It contains the gas t carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or I CAUdON: smell. It can cause unconsciousnessand death. ’ 4 You might have exhaust coming if:in Idling the engine withthe climate control system Your exhaust system soundsstrange off could allow dangerous exhaustinto your or different. vehicle (see theearlier Caution under Your vehicle getsrusty underneath. “Engine Exhaust”). Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly Your vehicle was damaged when driving over carbon monoxide (CO)into your vehicle evenif high points on the roador over road debris. the fan switchis at the highest setting. One place Repairs weren’t done correctly. this can happen ais garage. Exhaust -- with Your vehicle or exhaust system had been CO -- can come in easily. NEVERpark in a modified improperly. garage with the engine running. If you ever suspect exhaust is cominginto Another closed-in place can bea blizzard. (See your vehicle: “Blizzard” in the Index.) Drive it only with all the windows downto blow out anyCO; and Have your vehicle fixed immediately. L Windows Manual Windows It can be dangerousto get out of your vehicleif On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window the shift lever is not fullyin PARK (P) with the crank to open and close each window. parking brake firmly set.Your vehicle can roll. Power Windows (If Equipped) Don’t leave your vehicle whenthe 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’reon fairly level ground,always set yourparking brake and move the shift leverto PARK (P).

Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move. See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you are parking on a hill and if you’re pullinga trailer, also see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

The power window switches are located on theamest of the driver’s door.In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window.

2-27 Auto-Down Switch Tilt Wheel The driver’s window switch has an auto-down feature. This switchis labeled AUTO. Push the switch back partway, and the driver’s window will opena small amount. If the switch is pushed all the way back, the window will go all the way down. To stop the window whileit islowering, move the switch forward.To raise the window, move and hold the switch forward. Lock Out Switch The driver’s power window controls also include a lock-out switch. PressLOCK OUT to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches. The drivercan still control all the windows with the lock on. Pressthe LOCK OUT button againfor normal window operation. A tilt steering wheel allows youto adjust the steering wheel before you drive. Horn You can also raise itto the highest levelto give your You can sound the horn by pressing the horn symbol on legs more room when you exit and enterthe vehicle. your steering wheel. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the leverto lock the wheel in place.

2-2s Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) twoand downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or lane a change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the wayup or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. L, I An arrow on the instrument

_1_ panel will flash in the

, . .. . .::..::x.... ‘111111 direction of the turnor lane change.

The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator To signal a lane change,just raise or lowerthe lever 0 Headlamp HigWLow-Beam Changer until the arrow starts to flash. Holdit there untilyou Park Lamps and Headlamps complete your lane change.The lever will returnby itself when you releaseit.

2-29 A warning chime signal will come on if you haveleft Flash to Pass your turn signal onfor more than 3/4 mile (1 km). This feature letsyou use your high-beam headlamps to As you signal aturn or a lane change, if the arrows flash signal a driver in frontof you that you want to pass. rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. To use it, pull the turn signal/multifunction lever toward you until the high-beam headlamps comeon, then If a bulbis burned out, replace it to help avoid an release the lever to turn them off. accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, checkfor burned-out bulbs and then check Windshield Wipers the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). Headlamp High/Low Beam To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push forward on the turn signal/multifunction lever. To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam, pull the turn signal lever backward. When the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel also will be on.

You control the windshield wipersby moving the stalk with the wiper symbol onit up or down.

2-30 For a single wiper cycle, push thestalk down to MIST, then Rotate the inner band upfor shorter delay times between release it. For more cycles, hold thestalk down longer. wiper cycles. Rotate the band downfor a longer delay time between wiper cycles. For steady wiping at low speed, move the stalkup to the LO position. For high-speed wiping, movethe stalk up Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you further, to HI.To stop the wipers, move the stalkto OFF. from seeing well enough to drive safely.To avoid damage, be sure to clearice and snow from the wiper You can set the wiper speeda for long or short delay between blades before using them.If they’re frozen tothe wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. windshield, carefully loosenor thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice can overload your wiper motor.A circuit breaker will stopthe motor until it cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.

Move the stalk to INT, then rotatethe inner band, labeled INT ADJ, and choose the delay you want.

2-31 Windshield Washer Lh CAUTICY:

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.

When you release the button, the washers will stop, but the wipers will either stop or will resume the speed you were using before.

To wash your windshield,push in the buttonat the end of the stalk until the washers begin.

2-32 Cruise Control (If Equipped) 1CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous whereyou can’t drive safely at a steady speed.So, don’t use yourcruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. 0 Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads,fast changes in tire tractioncan cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cruise control on slippery roads.

With cruise control, you can maintain a speedof about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator.This can really help on longtrips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below25 mph (40 km/h). When you apply your brake,the cruise control shuts off.

2-33 Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control ata desired speed and then you apply the brake. This,of course, shutsoff A C A UTION: the cruise control.But you don’t need to reset it. Once I you’re going about25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can If you leave your cruise control switch on when press thecruise control RESUME/ACCEL buttonfor you’re not using cruise,you might hit a button about half a second. and go into cruise whenyou don’t want to. You You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and could be startled and even lose control. Keep the stay there. cruise control switchoff until you want to use it. If you press the RESUME/ACCEL button longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until The cruise control buttons are locatedon the centerof you release the switch or apply the brake.So unless you the steering wheel. want to go faster, don’t hold down the RESUME/ACCEL button. 1. Press the cruise control ON/OFF button. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Press the SETDECEL button and release it. 4. Take your foot offthe accelerator pedal.

2-34 Increasing Speed. While Using Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your footoff the pedal, your vehicle will slow Use the accelerator pedal to get tothe higher speed. down tothe cruise control speed youset earlier. Push the SETDECEL button, then releasethe button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll nowcruise at the Using Cruise Control on Hills higher speed. How well your cruise control will work on hills depends Press the RESUME/ACCEL button. Hold it there upon your speed, load and the steepnessof the hills. until you get up tothe speed you want, and then When going up steephills, you may have tostep on the release the button. To increase your speedin very accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going small amounts, pressthe RESUME/ACCEL button downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear for less than half a second and then releaseit. Each to keep your speed down.Of course, applying the brake time you do this, your vehicle will go about1 mph takes you outof cruise control. Many drivers find thisto (1.6 km/h) faster. be too much trouble and don’t use cruise controlon The accelerate feature will only work after youturn on steep hills. the cruise control by pushing theSETDECEL button. Ending Out of Cruise Control Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two waysto turn off the cruise control: There are two ways to reduce your speed while using Step lightly on the brake pedal; cruise control: Press the cruise control ON/OFF button. Push the SETDECEL button until you reach the lower speed you want, then releaseit. Erasing the Cruise Speed Memory To slow down in very small amounts, pushthe When you turnoff the cruise control orthe ignition, button for less than half a second. Each time youdo your cruise controlset speed memory is erased. this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.

2-35 Rotate the turn signal lever end capup two positions to Lamps turn on:

1 0 Headlamps

0 ParkingLamps

0 SidemarkerLamps

0 Taillamps

0 License Plate Lamps

0 Instrument Panel Lights Rotate the switch toOFF to turn allof the lamps off. Lamps On Reminder If you open thedriver's door and turn off the ignition while leaving the lampson, you will hear a warning chime. Rotate the turn signallever end cap up one position to turn on:

0 Parking Lamps Side Marker Lamps

0 Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights

2-36 Daytime Running Lamps/ Automatic When the DRL areon, only your low-beam headlamps Light Control will be on.The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’tbe lit Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) can makeit easier for up either. others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpfulin many different driving When it’s dark enough outside,the ALC system will conditions, but they can be especially helpful thein turn your headlamps on tofull brightness. The other short periods after dawn andbefore sunset. lamps that come on with your headlamps willalso come on. A light sensor belowthe defroster grille makes theDRL and Automatic Light Control(ALC) work, so be sure it When it’s bright enough outside, theALC system will isn’t covered.The DRL system will make your turn off your regular lamps, and your low-beam low-beam headlamps comeon at a reduced headlamps change to the reduced brightnessof DRL. brightness when: To idle your vehicle with theDRL off, set the park brake 0 The ignition is on, while the ignitionis off. Then startthe vehicle. The DRL will stay off until you release the park brake. 0 The headlamp switch is off, As with any vehicle,you should turn onthe regular The transaxle is not in PARK (P) and headlamp system when you needit. The park brake is not set.

2-37 Fog Lamps (If Equipped) Interior Lamps The button for your fog Instrument Panel Intensity Control lamps is on the instrument panel, to the leftof the You can brighten or dim steering wheel, beside the instrument panel the instrument panel cluster lights by rotating intensity control. the switch, locatedon the instrument panel, tothe left of the steering wheel.

When using fog lamps, the parking lamps or low-beam headlamps must be on. Push the button to turnthe fog lamps on. An indicator light on the button will glow when the fog lamps are on. Push the button again to turn the fog lamps off. The fog lamps will turn off whenever the high-beam headlamps are turned on. When the high beams are turned off, the fog lamps will come on again.

2-38 Illuminated Entrymxit System Trunk Lamp When you open any door, the lamps inside your vehicle The trunk lamp comes on when you open yourtrunk. will go on. These lamps will fade out after about 40 seconds, or when the ignitionis turned on afterall Battery Saver doors have been closed.If the ignition was recently Your Chevrolet is equipped witha battery saver feature turned off, the lamps willfade out after four seconds. designed to protect your vehicle’s battery. These lamps will also go on when you pressthe LOCK or UNLOCK button on the optional Keyless Entry When any interior lamp (trunk, reading, footwellor System transmitter. glove box) is left on when the ignition is turned off, the battery saver system will automatically shut the lamp off If the ignition has beenoff for less than two minutes, after 20 minutes. This will avoid drainingthe battery. the lamps inside your vehicle will stay for on about 15 seconds after your keyis removed from the ignition To reactivate the interior lamps, either: to provide an illuminatedexit. The ignition must be turnedon, Mirror Reading Lamps(If Equipped) a The activated lamp switch must be turned off and then on or Press the switchon the lowerfront portion of the mirror to turn onthe lamp. Press the otherside of the switch to A door must be opened. turn the lampoff. The battery saver feature will also be activated when Three-Position Dome Lamp any door of your vehicle isleft open. The switch on this lamp has three positions. TheON position will turn on the light. The DOOR position will turn on the light whenever a door is opened.The OFF position will shut off the lamp completely, even when a door is opened.

2-39 Mirrors Manual Remote Control Mirror Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror The outside rearview mirror should be adjustedso you can just see the sideof your vehicle whenyou 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 mirrorfor you. This mirror can be adjusted two ways. First, to adjust the angleof the mirror, move the mirror to a position that allows you see out the back window.To adjust the height of the mirror, adjust thearm that connects the mirror to the windshield. To reduce glare from lights behind you, move the lever toward you to the night position.

2-40 Power Remote Control Mirror Convex Outside Mirror (If Equipped) Your passenger’s side mirror is convex.A convex mirror’s surfaceis curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

I

I 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 vehicleon your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before

This switchis located onthe armrest of the driver’s door. Move this switchto the left or right depending on which mirror you need to adjust (centeris the off position.) Then adjust the directionof the mirror using the paddle marked with arrowsjust below the selector switch. Storage Compartments Glove Box Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, pull the glovebox handle up. Center Console Storage Area

The lower area can be used to store cassette tapes or compact discs. To open the lower compartment, pull up on the armrest.

The center console has two separate storage areas.The upper compartment, which is also the armrest, can be used to store maps, gloves, etc.To open, pull up on the driver’s sideof the lid.

2-42 Instrument Panel Cupholder Center Console Cupholder

The instrument panel cupholderis located to the left of The console provides spacefor holding a cup or soft the steering wheel. To use it, pull it out until the rubber drink container. The cupholder is located at the rearof insert is revealed. Theinsert is removablefor easy the shifter. cleaning. To clean it, use spray window cleaner. Rear Seat Cupholder Pull down the door onthe rear of the center console to use the rear seat cupholder.You can use it to hold cups or juice boxes.

2-43 Convenience Net (If Equipped) Ashtray and Lighter Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it The ashtray is located at the lower ofpart the centerof just inside the back wallof the trunk. the instrument panel.To remove the ashtrayfor Put small loads, like grocery bags, behindthe net. It can cleaning, pullup on the metaltab and pull the bin out. help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. NOTICE: The net isn’tfor larger, heavier loads. Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can. Don’t put papers and other things that burninto You can unhook the netso that it will lie flat when your ashtrays.If you do, cigarettes or other you’re not using it. smoking materials could set them on fire, causing damage. causing 1 The lighteris located abovethe ashtray. To use it,just push it in all the way andlet go. When it’s ready,it will pop back 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 makeit overheat, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

2-44 Sunvisors Visor Vanity Mirror Lift the cover to exposethe vanity mirror. Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)

To block out glare, you can swing down the visors.You can also swing them tothe side.

This mirroris located on the passenger’s side visor. When you lift the cover, thelight will turn on.

2-45 Accessory Power Outlet Garment Hook The accessory power outlet Pull down onthe outer ring is located to the rightof the to use the garment hook. ashtray. Just lift up the door to reveal the outlet.

You can use it to plug in additional electrical accessories. Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical accessory you install.The accessory power outlet is protected by a fuse and has a maximum current level.

2-46 Sunroof (If Equipped) The sunroof glass panel cannot be opened or closed if your vehicle has an electrical failure. Open the sunshade by hand when usingthe vent position. To partially open, or use the vent position ofthe sunroof, I NOTICE: push the switch back and releaseit. Do not attempt to force the sunshade forward of To fully open the sunroof, pushthe switch back again and release.This is the express open mode the sliding glass panel. Damage will occurand the of the sunroof. sunroof may not openor close properly. To close the sunroof, pushthe switch forward and hold it until the sunroof is closed.The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation.

2-47 Instrument Panel

2-48 Your instrument panelis designed to let you know J. Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) at a glance how your vehicleis running. You’ll know K. Fuse Panel how fast you’re going, how muchfuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll needto drive safely L. Climate Control System and economically. M. Accessory Power Outlet The main componentsof your instrument panel are: N. Ashtray A. Instrument Panel Brightness Control 0. Lighter B. Fog Lamp Switch P. AudioSystem C. Turn Signal MultifunctionLever Q. Supplement Restraint System (SRS) andHorn D. Cruise Control Switches R. Park Brake Pedal E. Instrument Cluster S. Tilt Wheel Lever E WIndshield Wipermasher Lever T. Hood Release Lever G. Ignition Switch U. Remote Trunk Release Switch H. Hazard Switch V. Instrument Panel Cupholder

2-49 Instrument Panel Cluster Your vehicle is equipped with thiscluster or one very similar. It includes indicator warning lightsand gages thatare explained on the following pages.Be sure to read them.

HOLD TO RESET

2-50 Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles The trip odometer can tell per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour(km/h). you how far you have Your odometer shows howfar your vehicle has been driven sinceyou last reset it. driven, in either miles (used in the UnitedStates) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your Chevrolet has a tamper resistant odometer.The digital odometer will read 999,999if someone tries to turn it back. 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, thenit must be. But if The reset button is located next to the trip odometer.To it can’t, then it’sset at zero and a label must be put on reset the trip odometerto zero, press and hold the reset the driver’s door to showthe old mileage reading when button for one to two seconds. Alsoby pressing this the new odometer was installed. button, you can toggle between the odometer and the trip odometer.

2-51 Tachometer Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle.The pictures will help you Ilocate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that somethingis wrong beforeit becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attentionto RPM your warning lights and gages couldalso save you or x 1000 others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may orbe is a problem with oneof 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 The tachometer shows your engine speed in revolutions when this happens. per minute (rpm). I NOTICE: Do not run your engineat speeds in the red area, or engine damage may occur.

2-52 Gages can indicate when there may beis or a problem Safety Belt Reminder Light with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and When the key is turned to ON or START, a chime will warning lights work together to let youknow when there’s a problem with your vehicle. come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on already buckled. when you are driving, or whenone of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you The safety belt lightwill what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. also comeon and stay on Waiting to do repairs can be costly-- and even for about 20 seconds, then dangerous. So please getto know your warninglights it will flashfor about and gages. They’re a big help. 55 seconds. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the chime northe light willcome on.

2-53 Air Bag Readiness Light The air bag readiness light should flashfor a few seconds when you turn the ignition keyto ON. If the There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument light doesn’t come on then, haveit fixed so it will be panel, which shows the air bag symbol.The system ready to warn you if thereis a problem. checks the air bag’s electrical systemfor malfunctions. The light tells youif there is an electrical problem. The Charging System Indicator Light system check includesthe air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring andthe crash sensing and The charging system diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag indicator light will come on system, see “Air Bag” in the Index. when you turn on the ignition, but the engineis This light will. comeon not running, as a check to ~ when you start your engine, show you it is working. and it will flash for a few Then it should go out. seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready.

If it stays on,or comes on while yoaaye- driving and you hear a chime, you may have a problem withthe electrical charging system.It could indicate thatyou have a loose generator drive belt or another electrical If the air bag readiness light stayson after you start the problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this engine or comes on whenyou are driving, your air bag light is on could drain your battery. system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. If you must drive a short distance withthe light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. 2-54 Brake System Warning Light It may take longer to stop.If the light issull on, nave the vehicle towedfor service. (See “Towing Your Vehicle” Your Chevrolet’s hydraulic brakesystem is divided into in the Index.) 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 could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. Your brake system may not be working properly This light should come on if the brake system warning lightis on. Driving briefly when you turn the with the brake system warning light on can lead ignition key toON. If it to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve doesn’t come on then, have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have it fixed so it will be ready to the vehicle towed for service. BRAKE warn you if there’s a problem. When the ignition ison, the brake system warninglight will also come on when you set your parking brake.The light will stay onif your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully If the light and chime come on while you are driving, released, it means you have a brake problem. 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.

2-55 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light The anti-lock brake system warninglight shoula come on briefly when youturn the ignition keyto ON. If the With the anti-lock brake light doesn’t comeon then, haveit fixed so it will be system, this light will come ready to warn youif there is a problem. on when you turn your ignition on or start your Engine Coolant Temperature Gage engine and it will stay on for three seconds. This gage shows the engine That’s normal. coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the 0 red area, the light comes on and you heara chime, your engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolant If the light stays on, turn the ignitionOFF. to Or, if the has overheated. light comes on andthe chime soundswhen you’re driving, stop as soon as possible andturn 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 Chevrolet needs service.If the regular If you have been operating your vehicle under normal brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have driving conditions,you should pull off the road, stop brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes. If the your vehicle and turnoff the engine as soon as possible. regular brake system warning light is also on, you don’t In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to have anti-lock brakes and there’sa problem with your do. See “Engine Overheating”in the Index. regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this section.

2-56 Low Coolant Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) This light comes on briefly when you turn Your Chevrolet is equipped with a computer which monitors operationof the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. CHECK

If this light comes on and stays on and you hear a chime, the vehicle should promptly be pulledoff the road and This system is called OBD11 (On-Board the coolant level checked. Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure See “Engine Coolant”in the Index.If there are visible that emissions are at acceptable levelsfor the life of the signs of steam, see “Engine Overheating”in the Index vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. (In before opening the hood. Have your vehicle serviced as Canada, OBD II is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.) soon as youcan. The CHECK ENGINE light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problemis apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle.This system is also designed to assist your service technicianin correctly diagnosing any malfunction.

2-57 If the LightIs Flashing NOTICE: The following may prevent more serious damageto your vehicle: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light 0 Reducing vehicle speed. on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as Avoiding hard accelerations. good and your engine may not run as smoothly. 0 Avoiding steep uphill grades. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of covered by your warranty. cargo being hauledas soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady,see “If This light should come on,as a check to show youit is the Light Is On Steady” following. working, when the ignition ison and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t comeon, have it repaired. If the light continues toflash, when it is safe to doso, This light willalso come on during a malfunction in one stop the vehick. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. of two ways: Turn the keyoff, wait at least 10 seconds and restartthe engine. If the light remains on steady,see “If the Light Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been Is On Steady” following.If the lightis still flashing, detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and follow the previous steps, and drive the vehicle to your may damage the emission control systemon your dealer or qualified service centerfor service. vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service is 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.

2-58 If the Light Is On Steady If so, be sure tofuel your vehicle with qualityfuel (see “Fuel” inthe Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your You may be able to correct the emission system engine not to run as efficientlyas designed. You may malfunction by consideringthe following: notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you Did you recently putfuel into your vehicle? put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These the cap. The diagnostic systemcan determine ifthe fuel conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) cap has beenleft off or improperly installed.A loose or This will be detectedby the system and causethe light missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporateinto the to turn on. atmosphere. A few driving trips withthe cap properly If you experience one or more of these conditions, installed should turnthe light off. change the fuel brand you use. It will require at leastone Did you just drive through a deep puddleof water? full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If so, your electrical system may be wet.The condition If none of the above steps have madethe light turnoff, will usually be corrected whenthe electrical system have your dealeror qualified service center check the dries out. A few driving trips should turn thelight off. vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools tofix any mechanical orelectrical Have you recently changed brandsof fuel? problems that may have developed.

2-59 Oil Pressure Warning Light If you have a low engine oil J: pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start Don’t keep drivingif the oil pressure islow. If your engine,or come on you do, your engine can becomeso hot that it and you will hear a chime catches fire.You or others could be burned. when you are driving. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.

This indicates that your engineis not receiving enough I NOTICE: oil. The engine couldbe low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Haveit fixed immediately. Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costlyand is not coveredby When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, your warranty. the light will come onas a test to show youit is working, but the light will go out when the engine is running. If it doesn’t come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with thefuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away.

2-60 Check Oil Light(If Equipped) considerable periodof time allowing theoil normally in circulation to drain backinto the oil pan. If your vehicleis equipped with a 3 100 engine, then Passlock Warning Light you will have a CHECK OIL light in your instrument This light will come on CHECK panel cluster. briefly when you turnthe ignition to ON. The light OIL will stay on until the THEFT engine starts. SYSTEM

If the light stays on after starting your vehicle,or comes on and chimes, your engine oil level should be checked. Prior to checking the oil level, be sure your vehicle has If the light flashes, the Passlock system has entered a been shut off for several minutes andis on a level tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see “Passlock” surface. Check the oil level on your dipstick and bringit in the Index. to the proper level.See “Engine Oil” in the Index. If the light comes on continuously while driving and NOTE: A false CHECK OIL light may be generated stays on,there may be a problem with the Passlock when parking onsteep grades. system. Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock, The oil level monitoring system only checks oillevel and you should see your dealer. during the brief period between key on and engine crank. It does not monitor engine oillevel when the engine is running. Additionally, an oil levelcheck is only performed if the engine has been turnedoff for a Cruise Light (If Equipped) Low Washer Light The CRUISE light comes The LOW WASH on whenever you set your FLUID light will come cruise control. on briefly when you turn on the ignition. LOW CRUISE WASH

It will also stay on or come on and chime if the fluid reservoir is less than one-third full.

2-62 Service Vehicle Soon Light Door This light will come on When the ignition is on, this briefly when you turn light will stay on until all on the ignition. doors are closed and SERVICE completely latched. VEHICLE SOON

It will stay on or come on and chimeit ifdetects a You will hear a chime if a dooris unlatched after the problem on the vehicle, such as DRLa malfunction. If engine is started and the vehicle is notPARK in (P) or this happens, see your dealer service departmentas soon NEUTRAL (N). The chime will continue until the door as possible. is latched properly.

2-63 Fuel Gage It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gagemay have Your fuel gage tells you indicated the tank was halffull, but it actually took a about how much fuel you little more or less than half the tank’s capacity tofill have left, when the ignition the tank. is on. When the indicator nears EMPTY (E), the light The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up. will come on and you will hear a chime. You still have The gage goes back toEMPTY (E) when you turn a little fuel left, but you off the ignition. should get more soon.

Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: At the service station, the gas pump shutsoff before the gage readsFULL (F).

2-64 U Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

In this section, you'll find out howto operate the comfort control andaudio systems offered with your Chevrolet.Be sure to read about the particularsystems supplied with your vehicle.

3-2 Climate Controls 3- 14 A" Stereo withCD and ATC 3-2 Air Conditioning 3-18 Remote Cassette Player 3-4 Heating 3- 19 Theft-Deterrent Feature 3-4 Tips for Defogging and Defrosting 3-22 Adding Sound Equipment toYour Vehicle 3-5 Rear Window Defogger 3-22 Understanding Radio Reception 3-6 Ventilation System and Tips 3-22 Tips AboutYour Audio System 3-7 Setting theClock 3-23 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3-7 A" Stereo 3-24 Care of Your Compact Discs 3-9 A" Stereo with Cassette andATC 3-24 Antenna 3-13 CD Adapter Kits

3-1 Comfort Controls Climate Control System with This section tells you howto make your air system Air Conditioning work for you. The climate control system withair conditioning uses ozone-friendlyR- 134a refrigerant. With these systems, you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle.Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation system described later in this section.

8 Fan Knob The left knob selects the force of air you want. Turn the knob to the right to increase fan speed andto the left to decrease fan speed.To turn the fan off (which will also turn the climate control systemoff), turn the knob all the way to the left. In any other setting, the fan will run continuously. The fan must beon to run the air conditioning compressor.

3-2 Temperature Knob Air Conditioning Compressor Button The center knob regulatesthe temperature of the air Press A/C to operate the air conditioner compressor. coming through the system. The indicator light will glow when the button is pressed to indicate that theair conditioning system has been Mode Knob turned on. The right control knob changes the functions of the system. Recirculation Button -0 Press RECIRCULATION toclose all outside vents. /J VENT In this position the airflow comes through The indicator light on the button will glow when itis the instrument panel outlets.Set the center control pressed. RECIRCULATION is available inall modes, knob tothe temperature desired. except DEFOG and DEFROST. +o *H BI-LEVEL In this position the airflow comes Outside Air through the instrument panel outlets and throughthe floor outlets. Set the center control knob to the Press OUTSIDE AIR to allow the circulationof outside temperature desired. air in the vehicle.The indicator light on the button will e glow when pressed. OUTSIDE AIR is availablein all +’FLOOR In this position the airflow comes modes includingOFF and is automatically activated in through the floor outlet. Set the center controlknob DEFOG and DEFROST. to the temperature desired. we +H DEFOG This position divides the airflow between the floor ducts and the windshield defroster vents. DEFROST This position directs the airflow through the windshield defroster ventson the top of the instrument panel.

3-3 Air Conditioning Heating The air conditioner and heater work bestif you keep On colddays, use FLOOR with the temperature knob your windows closed while using them. Your vehicle all theway in the red area.The system will bringin also has the flow-through ventilation system described outside air, heat it and send it to floor the ducts. later in this section. Your vehicle has heat ducts thatare directed toward the On very hot days, open the windows long enough to rear seat. Keep the area under the front seats clearof let hot inside air escape. This reduces the timeit takes obstructions so the heated air can reach the rear seat for your vehicle to cool down, which should help passengers. fuel economy. If your vehicle has an engine coolant heater, you can use On cool, but sunnydays, the sun may warm your upper it to help your system provide warm air faster when it’s body, but your lower body may not warm be enough. cold outside(0°F (-18°C) or lower). An engine coolant You can useBI-LEVEL with the temperature knob in heater warms the coolant your engine and heating the middle and the A/C button pushed in. The system system use to provide heat.See “Engine Coolant will bring in outsideair and direct slightly warmerair Heater” in the Index. to your lower body. Defogging and Defrosting Windows For quick cool-down on very hot days, useVENT with the temperature knob all theway in the blue area and the Your system has two settingsfor clearing the frontand A/C and RECIRCULATION buttons pressed. If this side windows. For each setting, adjustthe temperature setting is used for long periodsof time, the air in your control as desired. vehicle may become too dry. To defrost the windows quickly, rotate the temperature For normal cooling on hot days, useVENT with the control knob all the way in the red area. Use DEFROST temperature knob in the blue area and NCthe button and adjust the fan to the highest speed. Towarm pushed in. The system will bring in outside air and cool it. passengers while keeping the windows clean, use DEFOG.

3-4 Your vehicle is equipped with side window defogger Press the defogger switch.The indicator light will vents. The side window defogger vents are located on glow. The rear window defogger will turn itselfoff the outside of the side instrument panel vents.For after about 10 minutes after the first time the button is additional side window defogging, rotate the mode pressed, and after 5 minutes each additional time the control to VENT, rotate thefan control to the highest button is pressed.You can turn the defogger offby speed, pressA/C and aim the side vents on the pressing the button again or turning off the ignition. instrument panel to the windows. For increased Do not attach a temporary vehicle license acrossthe airflow to the side windows, close the center vents. defogger grid on the rear window. RECIRCULATION will not work in DEFROST and DEFOG. This is done to prevent recirculationof humid inside air and allow thesystem to work properly. NOTICE:

Rear Window Defogger(If Equipped) Don’t use a razor blade or anything else sharp on IThe rear window the insideof the rear window.If you do, you defogger usesa warming could cut or damage the warming grid, and the grid to remove fog from repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. the rear window.

3-5 Ventilation System Ventilation Tips For mild outside temperatures when little heating or 0 Keep the hood and front air inletfree of ice, snow or cooling is needed, use VENT to direct outsideair any other obstruction, such as leaves. The heater and through your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the defroster will work far better, reducing . : chance of flow-through ventilation system. fogging the insideof your windows. Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies 0 When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust outside air into the vehicle whenit is moving. Outside the mode knob to FLOOR and the fan to the highest air will also enter the vehicle whenthe air conditioning speed for a few moments before drivingoff. This fan is running. helps clear the intake ductsof snow and moisture and reduces the chanceof fogging the insideof your windows. 0 Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air circulate throughout your vehicle. 0 To prevent circulation of outside air, press the recirculation button. This will close all outside vents.

3-6 Audio Systems AM-FM Stereo (If Equipped) Your Delco' audio system has been designed to operate easily and give yearsof listening pleasure.You will get the most enjoyment outof it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco system can do and how to operate allits controls, to be sureyou're getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. Setting the Clock for Systems without Automatic Tone Control Press SET. SET will appear on the displayfor five seconds. Withinfive seconds, press and hold the right arrow on theSEEK button until the correct minute Playing the Radio appears. Press and holdthe left arrow on theSEEK VOLUME: This knob turns the systemon and off and button untilthe correct hour appears. controls the volume.To increase volume andturn the radio on, turn the knob clockwise.Turn it Setting the Clock for Systems with counterclockwise to decrease volume. Automatic Tone Control RECALL: Display the time withthe ignition off by Press and holdHR until the correct hour appears. Press pressing the RECALL knob. When the radiois playing, and hold MN until the correct minute appears. press this button to recall the station frequency.

3-7 Finding a Station 3. Tune in the desired station. AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch betweenAM 4. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.) and FM.The display shows your selection. 5. Press and hold one of the four numbered buttons, TUNE: Turn the lower knob to choose radio stations. within five seconds. The sound will mute. Whenit SEEK: Press the rightor left arrow to goto the next returns, release the button. Wheneveryou press that numbered button, the station higher or lower station and stay there. you set will return. SCAN: Press and holdone of the SEEK arrows, then 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. press the other SEEK arrow; SCAN will appear on the In addition to the four stations already set, up to three display. Use SCAN to listen to stationsfor a few more stations maybe preset on each band by pressing seconds. The radio will goto a station, stop for a few two adjoining buttonsat the same time. Just: seconds, then go on to the next station. The radio will 1. Tune in the desired station. scan up or down the radio band, depending on the arrow you pressed first. Press both SEEK arrowsor the upper 2. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.) knob to stop scanning. 3. Press any two adjoining pushbuttonsat the same PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let time, within five seconds. The sound will mute. you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to When it returns, releasethe buttons. Whenever 14 stations (sevenAM and seven FM). Just: you press the same buttons, the stationyou set will return. 1. Turn the radio on. 4. Repeat the stepsfor each pair of pushbuttons. 2. Press AM-FMto select the band.

3-8 Setting theTone AM-FM Stereowith Cassette Tape Player

BASS: Slide the lever upor down to increase or and AutomaticTone Control (If Equipped)- decrease bass. TREB: Slide the lever' updr down to increase or decrease treble.If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balancesthe sound between the speakers. FADE: Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to thefront or rear speakers.The middle position balancesthe sound between the speakers. Playing the Radio PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. To increase volume, turnthe knob clockwise. Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume.The knob is capable of rotating continuously. RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button. Whenthe radio is playing, press this button to recall station frequency.

3-9 SCV: Your system has a feature called SCAN: Press and holdone of the SEEK arrowsfor Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV). With SCV, your two seconds until SCAN appears on the display. SCAN audio system adjusts automatically to make upfor road allows you to listen to each stationfor a few seconds. and wind noise as you drive.Set the volume at the The radio will go to a station, stopfor a few seconds, desired level. Move the control ring behind the upper then go on to the next station. Press SEEK again to stop knob clockwise to adjust theSCV. Then, as youdrive, scanning. The sound will mute while scanning. SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttonslet to overcome noiseat any particular speed.The volume you return to your favorite stations.You can set up to level should always soundthe same toyou as you drive. 18 stations (sixAM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: If you don’t want to use SCV, turn the control all the way down. Each notch on the control ring allowsfor 1. Turn the radio on. more volume compensation at a faster rateof speed. 2. Press AM-FM to selectthe band. Finding a Station 3. Tune in the desired station. AM-FM: Press this buttonto switch between AM, FM1 4. Press AUTO TONE to select the equalization that and FM2. The display shows your selection. best suits the typeof station selected. TUNE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn it to 5. Press and hold oneof the six numbered buttons. The choose radio stations. Pushthe knob back intoits stored sound will mute. Whenit returns, release the button. position when you’re not usingit. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return and the AUTO TONE SEEK: Press the right orleft arrow to go to the next higher or lower station.The sound will mute equalization thatyou selected will also be automatically selected for that button. while seeking. 6. Repeat the stepsfor each pushbutton.

3-10 P.SCAN: Press this buttonto listen to each of your Push these knobs backinto their stored positions when favorite stations stored on your pushbuttonsfor a few you’re not using them. seconds. The radio will scan through eachof the stations AUTO TONE: This feature allowsyou to choose stored on your pushbuttons, except those stationswith preset bass and treble equalization settings designed weak reception. The AUTO TONE setting storedfor for classical, news, rock, pop,countqdwestern and jazz that pushbutton will be automatically chosen. Press stations. C/W will appear on the display whenyou first P.SCAN or one of the pushbuttons againto stop press AUTO TONE. Each time you pressit, another scanning. P.SCAN will be displayed whenever the tuner setting will appear on the display. Pressit again after is in the P.SCAN mode. The channel number(Pl-P6) JAZZ appears and the AUTO TONE display gowill will appear momentarilyjust before the frequencyis blank. Tone control will return to the BASS and TREB displayed. InFM mode, this function will scan through knobs. Also,if you use the BASS and TREB knobs, both FM1 and FM2 preset stations and EM1 or FM2 control will return to them and the AUTO TONE will appearon the display. display willgo blank. Setting theTone Adjusting the Speakers BASS: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the BAL: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob clockwise toincrease bass and counterclockwise knob clockwisefor the right speakers and to decrease bass. When you use this control, the radio’s counterclockwise for the left speakers. The middle AUTO TONE setting will switch to manual and the position balances the sound between the speakers. AUTO TONE display willgo blank. FADE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the TREB: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound to frontthe speakers knob clockwise toincrease treble and counterclockwise and counterclockwisefor the rear speakers. The middle to decrease treble. Whenyou use thiscontrol, the radio’s position balances the sound between the speakers. AUTO TONE setting will switch to manual and the AUTO TONE display willgo blank. If a station is Push these knobs backinto their stored positions when weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. you’re not using them.

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Playing a Cassette Tape PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK left arrow to search for the previous selection on the tapeif Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are the current selection has been playingfor less than eight 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.If seconds. If the PREV buttonis pressed and the current selection has been playingfor more than eight seconds, a tapeis inserted when the ignitionis on but the radio is it will go tothe beginning of the current selection.Your off, the tape will begin playing. A tape symbolis shown tape must have at least three seconds of silence between in the centerof the graphic display whenever a tape is each selection for PREV or SEEK to work.The tape inserted. When a tape is active, the tape symbol will be direction arrow blinks during PREV or SEEK operation. accompanied by a direction arrow. The sound will mute during PREV or SEEK operation. While the tape is playing, use the VOL, AUTO TONE, Press this button or oneof the SEEK arrows again to BAL, FADE, BASS and TREB controlsjust as you return to normal play. do for the radio. Other controls may have different PROG (2): Press this button to play the other sideof functions when a tape is inserted. The display will the tape. show the tape symbol and an arrow to show which side of the tapeis playing. NEXT (3): Press this button or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection on the tape. If you hold If you hear nothing or hearjust a garbled sound,it may the button or pressit more than once, the player will not be in squarely. Press EJECT to remove the tape and continue moving forward through the tape.Your tape start over. must have at least three secondsof silence between The player is able to detect a tightor broken tape, and each selection for NEXT or SEEK to work. The tape will eject the tape. The radio will go back to playing thedirection arrow blinks during NEXT or SEEK operation. last station selected. The sound will mute during NEXT or SEEK operation. Press this button or oneof the SEEK arrows again to The player automatically sensesthe cassette for metal or return to normal play. Cr02 and sets the pre-emphasis. Anytime a tape is inserted, the top side is selected to play first. REV (4): Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected station while the tape reverses. 3-12 00 (5): Press this buttonto reduce background CLN: If this message appearson the display, the noise. Note thatthe double-D symbol will appear on cassette tape player needs to be cleaned.It will still the display. play tapes, butyou should cleanit as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player.See “Care of Dolby@ Noise Reductionis manufactured undera Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index. After you clean license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. the player, press and hold EJECTfor five seconds to Dolby and the doub1e-D symbol are trademarks of reset the CLN indicator.The radio will display Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. --- to show the indicator was reset. FWD (6): Press this buttonto advance quickly to another partof the tape. Press the button again to return CD Adapter Kits to playing speed. The radio will play the last-selected It is possible to usea CD adapter kit with yourcassette station while the tape advances. tape player after activating the bypassfeature on your AM-F”: Press this buttonto play the radio whena tape player. tape is in the player. To activate the bypassfeature, use the following steps: TAPE AUX: Press this button to change to the tape 1. Turn the ignition on. function when theradio is on. The tape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tapeis 2. Turn the radio off. active. If your systemis equipped with a remote 3. Press TAPE AUX and hold for five seconds. playback device, pressing this buttona second time will allow the remote device to play. 4. After five seconds, the tape symbol on the display will flashfor two seconds indicating the feature is EJECT: Press this button to remove the tape.The radio active. Turn the radio on and insert the adapter. will play. EJECT may be activatedwith either the ignition or radio off. Cassettes may be loaded withthe The override feature will remain active until EJECT radio off if this buttonis pressed first. If you leave a is pressed. cassette tape in the player while listening toradio, the it may become warm. 3-13 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player SCV: Your system has a feature called and Automatic Tone Control(If Equipped) Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to makeup for road and wind noiseas you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Move the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust theSCV. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume,as necessary, to overcome noise at any particular speed. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. If youdon't want to use SCV, turn the control all the way down. Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at a faster rate of speed. Finding a Station Playing theRadio AM-FM: Press this button to switch betweenAM, FM1 PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and and FM2. The display shows your selection. off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn TUNE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turnit to it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The knob is choose radio stations. Push the knob back intoits stored capable of rotating continuously. position when you're not using it. RECALL: Press this button to recall the station being SEEK: Press the right or left arrow to go to the next played. If you press the button when the ignition isoff, higher or lower station and stay there.The sound will the clock will showfor a few seconds. mute while seeking.

3-14 SCAN: Press one of the SEEK arrowsfor two seconds, P.SCAN: Press this button to listento each of your and SCAN will appear on the display. Use SCAN to favorite stations stored on your pushbuttonsfor a few listen to stationsfor a few seconds.The radio will go to seconds. The radio will scan through eachof the stations a station, stop for a few seconds, thengo on to the next stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with station. Press SEEK again to stop scanning.The sound weak reception. The AUTO TONE setting storedfor will mute while scanning. that pushbutton willbe automatically chosen. Press P.SCAN or oneof the pushbuttons again to stop PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let scanning. P.SCAN will be displayed whenever the tuner you return to yourfavorite stations. You can set up to is in the P.SCAN mode. In FM mode, this function will 18 stations (six AM, sixFM1 and six FM2). Just: scan through bothFMl and FM2 preset stations and 1. Turn the radio on. FM1 or FM2 will appear on the display. 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. Setting the Tone Tune in the 3. desired station. BASS: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the 4. Press AUTO TONE to select the equalization that knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise best suits the type of station selected. to decrease bass. When you use this control, the radio’s AUTO TONE setting will switch to manual and the 5. Press and holdone of the six numbered buttons. AUTO TONE display will The sound will mute. Whenit returns, release the go blank. button. Whenever you press that numbered button, TREB: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the the station you set will return and the AUTO knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise TONE equalization that you selected will also be to decrease treble. Whenyou use this control, the radio’s automatically selectedfor that button. AUTO TONE setting will switch to manual andthe AUTO TONE display will blank. If a stationis weak 6. Repeat the stepsfor each pushbutton. go or noisy, you may wantto decrease the treble. Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you’re not using them.

3-15 AUTO TONE:This feature allows you to choose preset Playing a Compact Disc bass and treble equalization settings designedfor Insert a disc partwayinto the slot, label side up. The classical, news, rock,pop, country/western andjazz player will pull it in. Thedisc should begin playing. The stations. C/W will appear on the display when you first display will show CD and the CD symbol. If you want press AUTO TONE. Each timeyou press it, another to insert a compact disc with the ignitionoff, first press setting will appear on the display. Pressit again after RECALL or EJECT. JAZZ appears and the AUTO TONE display will go blank. Tone control will return tothe BASS and TREB If you’re driving on a very rough roador if it’s very hot, knobs. Also,if you use the BASS and TREB knobs, the discmay not play and ERR (error) may appear on control will return to them and theAUTO TONE the display. Press RECALLto take ERR off the display. display will go blank. When things get back to normal, the disc should play.If the disc comes out,it could be that: Adjusting the Speakers The disc is upside down. BAL: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn It is dirty, scratched or wet. the knob clockwisefor the right speakers and counterclockwise for the left speakers. The middle It is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and position balances the sound between the speakers. try again.) FADE: Press this knob lightlyso it extends. Turn the PREY (1): Press this button or theleft SEEK arrow to knob clockwise to adjust the soundto the front speakers go to the previous track the if current selection has been and counterclockwisefor the rear speakers.The middle playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button position balances the sound betweenthe speakers. is pressed and the current selection has been playingfor Push these knobs back into their stored positions when more than eight seconds,it will go to the beginningof you’re not using them. the current selection.If you hold the button or pressit more than once, the player will continue moving back through the disc. The sound will mute while seeking.

3-16 RDM (2): Press this button to hear the tracksin random, AM-FM: Press this buttonto play the radio whena disc rather than sequential, order. RANDOM will showon is in the player. Theletters CD will go off the display. the display. Press RDM again to turnoff random play. CD AUX: Press this button to change to the disc RDM is reset to off when the discis ejected. function when the radio is on.A CD icon will appear on NEXT (3): Press this button or the rightSEEK arrow the display when the discis in the player, whetherit is to go to the next track.If you hold the button or press active or not. it more than once, the player will continue moving EJECT: Press this button to remove thedisc. The radio forward through the disc. The sound will mute will play. The disc will start at thefirst track when you while seeking. reinsert it. (4): REV Press and hold this button to quickly reverse If you turn off theignition or radio witha disc in within a track. Release it to play the passage.You can the player, it will stay in the player, When you turn use the counter reading on the display locateto a on the ignition or system, the disc will start playing passage more easily. where it was stopped. If you press EJECT but don’t FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance remove the disc, the player willpull the disc back in quickly within a track. Release it to resume playing. to protect it after about one minute.If you leave a You can use the counter reading on the displayto compact disc in the player while listening: to the radio, locate a passage easily. it may become warm. RECALL: Press this button tosee which track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing (elapsedtime). The track number also appears when you change the volume or when a new trackstarts to play.

3-17 Remote CassetteTape Player (If Equipped) PREV (1): Press PREVor the SEEK downarrow to searchfor the previous selection.A minimum Playing a CassetteTape three-second blank gapis needed for the player to stop at the beginningof the selection.The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation and the sound will mute in this mode. NEXT (2): Press NEXT or the SEEK up arrow to search for the next selection. The tape direction arrow will blink duringthe SEEK operation and the sound will mute in this mode. REV (4): Press this button to rapidly reverse the tape. With this option, the remote single cassette playeris The tape will rapidly reverse to the beginningof the mounted to the bottom of the instrument panel. cassette reel or untilyou press REV again. Use the SEEK button or theTUNE knob to play the radio Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that areduring REV. The radio plays the last selected station. 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. (5): Press this button to reduce background tape noise (noise reduction is only available in the cassette mode). With the radio on, insert a cassette tape. Once the tape The double-D symbol will appear on the display. is playing, use the control knobsfor VOL, BAL, FADE, BASS and TREBjust as you do for the radio. A lighted FWD (6):Press this button to rapidly advance the tape. cassette symbol shows when a cassette tape is in the The tape will rapidly advance to the ofend the cassette player. A lighted arrow willalso appear and show the reel or until you pressFWD again. Use the SEEK button direction of play when a tapeis active. or the TUNE knob to play the radio duringFWD. The radio plays the last selected station.

3-18 PRO& Press this button onthe remote cassette player Theft-Deterrent Feature to go from one side of the tape tothe other. THEFTLOCK” is designed to discourage theft of your CDPLAY: After a cassette tape and CD a have been radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio inserted, press the CDRLAY button to switch between functions whenever battery poweris removed. the CD player andthe cassette tape player. Both features cannot be played at the same time. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be usedor ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the EJECT: Press this buttonon the remote cassette player radio is not protectedby the feature. If THEFTLOCK is to remove the tape. EJECT can be used witheither the activated, your radio will not operateif stolen. ignition or radio off. Also, you must press EJECT before loading a cassette withthe radio off to allow loading. If When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display you leave a cassette tape inthe player while listeningto LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery the radio, it may become warm. power has been interrupted.If your battery loses power for any reason, you must unlock the radio withthe secret CLN: If this message appearson the display, the code before it will operate. 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” inthe Index. After you clean the player, press and hold RECALL on the radio and the EJECT button on the remote cassettefor five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will display--- to show the indicator was reset.

3-19 Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature 5. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. The instructions which follow, explain how enterto 6. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree your secret code to activate theTHEFTLOCK system. with your code. It is recommended that you read through all nine steps 7. Press HR to make thefirst one or two digits agree before starting the procedure. with your code. NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse 8. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the between any steps,the radio automatically reverts to code matches the secret code you have written down. time and you must start the procedure overat Step 4. The display will show REPto let you know that you 1. Write down any three or four-digit number from need to repeat Steps5 through 7 to confirm your 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate secret code. from the vehicle. 9. Press AM-FM and this time the display will show 2. Turn the ignition toACCESSORY or ON. SEC to letyou know that your radiois secure. The 3. the radiooff. indicator by the volume control will begin flashing Turn when the ignition is turnedoff. 4. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until --- shows on the display. Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down.

3-20 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature Aftera Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature Power Loss Enter your secret code asfollows; pause no more than Enter your secretcode as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or ON. 1. LOC appears when the ignitionis on. 2. Turn the radio off. 2. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until SEC shows on the display. 3. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. 4. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. 5. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree 4. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. with your code. 6. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree 5. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the with your code. code matches the secret codeyou have written down. 7. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the The display will showSEC, indicating the radio is code matches the secret code you have written down. now operable and secure. The display will show---, indicating that the radiois If you enter the wrong code eight times,INOP will no longer secured. appear on the display.You will haveto wait an hour If the code enteredis incorrect, SEC will appearon the with the ignition on before you cantry again. When display. The radio will remain secured until the correct you try again, you will only have three chances to code is entered. enter the correctcode before INOP appears. When battery poweris removed and later applied toa If you lose or forget your code, contact your dealer. secured radio, the radio won’t turn on LOCand will appear on the display. To unlock a secured radio,see “Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature Aftera Power Loss” earlier in this section. Understanding Radio Reception To help avoid hearing lossor damage: FM Stereo Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. FM stereo will give you the best sound. FMBut signals Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. will reach only about10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere withFM signals, causing the sound to come and go. NOTICE: AM Before you add any sound equipmentto your The rangefor most AM stations is greater thanfor FM, vehicle like atape player, CB radio, mobile especially at night. The longer range, however, can -- cause stations to interfere with each other.AM can pick telephone or two-way radio -- be sure you can up noise from thingslike storms and power lines.Try add what you want.If you can, it’s very reducing the treble to reduce this noiseyou if ever get it. important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere withthe operation of Tips About Your Audio System your vehicle’s engine, Delcoradio or other Hearing damage fromloud noise is almost undetectable systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s until it is too late.Your hearing can adapt to higher systems may interfere withthe operation of volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud sound equipmentthat has been added and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by improperly. adjusting the volume control on your radioto a safe So, before adding sound equipment, checkwith sound level before your hearing adapts it.to your dealerand be sure tocheck Federal rules covering mobileradio and telephone units.

3-22 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player and some cleaning cassettes may appear as a broken tape. If the cleaningcassette is ejected immediately A tape playerthat is not cleaned regularly can cause from the tape player, you will needto override the cut reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged tape feature. mechanism. Cassette tapes shouldbe stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and To temporarily override thisfeature (for one insertion), extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate follow these steps: properly or may causefailure of the tape player. 1. Turn the ignition on. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after 2. Turn the radio off. every 50 hours of use. Your radio may displayCLN to indicate that you have used your tape playerfor 3. Press and hold TAPE AUX until the tape symbol 50 hours without resetting thetape clean timer. If this flashes on the display. (For vehicles without message appears onthe display, your cassette tape Automatic Tone Control, press bothSEEK arrows.) player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but 4. Insert the cleaning cassette. (Insert the cassette at you should cleanit as soon as possible to prevent least three times to ensure thorough cleaning.) damage to your tapes and player.If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a known good cassette 5. Eject the cleaning cassette. to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault.If this When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the broken other cassette has no improvementin sound quality, tape detection feature is active again. clean the tape player. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECTfor Cleaning may be done with a scrubbing action, five seconds to reset the CLN indicator.The radio will non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads whichscrub display --- to show the indicatorwas reset. the tape headas the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. A scrubbing action cleaningcassette is available through Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality your dealership. When using a cleaning cassette,it is may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette normal for the cassette to eject while cleaning because tape is in good condition before you have your tape your unit is equipped with cuta tape detectionfeature player serviced. 3-23 Care of Your Compact Discs Fixed Mast Antenna Handle discs carefully.Store them in their original cases The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight without being damaged. If the mast shouldever become and dust.If the surfaceof a discis soiled, dampen a slightly bent, you can straightenit out by hand. If the clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution andmast is badly bent, asit might be by vandals, you should clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. replace it. Be sure neverto touch the signal surface when handling Check every oncein a while to be sure the mastis still discs. Pick up discs by graspingthe outer edges or the tightened to the fender. edge of the hole and the outer edge.

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3-26 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road

Here you’ll find information about driving on different kindsof roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included manyother useful tips on driving.

4-2 Defensive Driving 4- 14 Night Driving 4-3 Driving Drunk 4-16 Driving in Rain and onWet Roads 4-6 Having Controlof Your Vehicle 4-2 1 Tips Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4-6 Your Braking System Information 4-22 Avoiding Highway Hypnosis 4-7 Anti-Lock Brake Information 4-22 Driving on Hills and Mountains 4-9 Braking in Emergencies 4-24 Winter Driving 4-9 Steering Tips 4-26 If You’re Caugh.t ina Blizzard 4-1 1 Off-Road Recovery Tips 4-28 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4-12 Passing Other Vehicles 4-30 Loading Your Vehicle 4-13 Losing Controlof Your Vehicle 4-32 Helpful Hintsfor Towing a Trailer Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with avery important safety device in your Chevrolet: Buckle up. (See "Safety Belts" in the Index.) Defensive driving really means "be readyfor anything." On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means "always expect the unexpected." Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are goingto be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be readyfor their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventableof 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.

4-2 Drunken Driving The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is what if people do? How much is “too much” if the a national tragedy. It’sthe number one contributor to driver plans to drive? It’s a lot less than many might the highway death toll, claiming thousandsof victims think. Although it depends on each person and situation, every year. here is some general information on the problem. Alcohol affectsfour things that anyone needs to drive The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)of someone a vehicle: who is drinking depends uponfour things: Judgment The amount of alcohol consumed 0 MuscularCoordination The drinker’s body weight Vision The amount of food that is consumed before and Attentiveness. during drinking Police records show that almost halfof all motor 0 The length of time it has taken the drinker to vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol.In most cases, consume the alcohol. these deaths arethe result of someone who was drinking According to the American Medical Association, a and driving. In recent years, some17,000 annual motor 180-lb. (82 kg) personwho drinks three 12-ounce vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour willend up with a of alcohol, with more than300,000 people injured. BAC of about0.06 percent. The person would reachthe lviany adults -- by some estimates, nearly half the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses adult population -- choose never to drink alcohol,so of wine or three mixed drinks if each had1 - 1/2 ounces they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. it’s against the law in everyU.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasonsfor these laws.

4-3 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 number of drinks. The law in manyU.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing numberof U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is0.08 percent. In some other countries, it’s even lower. The BAC limitfor all commercial drivers in the United States 0.04 is percent. The BAC will be over0.10 percent after three tosix drinks (in one hour). Of course, as we’ve seen, it depends on how much alcoholis 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 skillsof many people are impairedat a BAG approaching It’s the amountof alcohol that counts. For example,if 0.05 percent, and thatthe effects are worse at night. All the same person drank three double martinis(3 ounces drivers are impaired at BAC levels above0.05 percent. or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s Statistics show that the chanceof being in a collision BAC would be close to0.12 percent. A person who increases sharplyfor drivers who have a BACof consumes foodjust before or during drinking will have a 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC levelof somewhat lower BAC level. 0.06 percent has doubled hisor her chance of having a collision. At a BAC levelof 0.10 percent, the chance of There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have this driver having a collisionis 12 times greater; at a a lower relative percentageof body water than men. level of 0.15 percent, the chance is25 times greater!

4-4 The body takes about an hour to rid itselfof the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold ’ showers will speed that up.“I’ll be careful” isn’tthe A CAUTION: right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a childdarts into the street? Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. A person with even a moderateBAC might not be able Your reflexes, perceptions, attentivenessand to react quickly enoughto avoid the collision. judgment can be affected by evena small amount There’s somethingelse about drinking and driving that of alcohol. You can have a serious -- or even many people don’t know. Medical research shows that fatal -- collision if youdrive after drinking. alcohol in a person’s systemcan make crash injuries Please don’t drink anddrive or ride with a driver worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cordor who has been drinking. Ride home a in cab; or if heart. This means that when anyone who has been you’re with a group, designatea driver who will drirking -- driver or passenger-- is in a crash, that not drink. person’s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking. _.~~ ~ ~ ~~ ~~~ ~~ ~ ~ ~-~- ~ ~ ~~ ~~ ~-.

Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go whereBraking action involvesperception time and you want it to go. Theyare the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems havedo to their work at the places where the tires meet the road. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot anddo 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 in3/4 of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 km/h) travels 66 feet (20 m). That could be a lotof distance in an emergency, so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important. And, of course, actual stopping distancesvary greatly with the surface of the road (whether it’s pavement or gravel); the conditionof the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread; the conditionof your brakes; the weightof the vehicle and the amountof brake force applied. 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 Avoid needless heavy braking.Some people drive Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) in spurts -- heavy acceleration followedby heavy Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes(ABS). ABS is an braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic.This is a advanced electronic braking system that will help mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between prevent a braking hard stops.Your brakes will wearout much faster if you skid. do a lotof heavy braking. If you keep pace withthe If there’s a problem with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will anti-lock brake system, this eliminate a lotof unnecessary braking. That means warning light will stay on. better braking andlonger brake life. See “Anti-Lock Brake If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake System Warning Light” in normally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do,the the Index. pedal may get harderto push down.If your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will useit when you brake. Once the power assistis used up, it may take longer tostop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.

4-7 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computeris programmed to make the most of availabletire and road conditions.

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 withABS. You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.If one As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. separately work the brakesat each front wheel and at the rear wheels.

4-8 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t changethe time you need Steering Tips to get your foot up tothe brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If youget too close tothe vehicle in Driving onCurves front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. if that vehicle suddenly slowsor stops. Alwaysleave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have A lot of the “driver lost control’’ accidents mentionedon anti-lock brakes. the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driveror beginner, each of us is subjectto Using Anti-Lock the same lawsof physics when driving on curves.The Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal traction of the tires againstthe road surface makesit down andlet anti-lock work for you. You may feel the possible for the vehicle to change its path whenyou turn system working, or you may notice somenoise, but this the front wheels. If there’s no traction,inertia will keep is normal. the vehicle going inthe same direction.If you’ve ever tried to steer a vehicleon wet ice, you’ll understand this. Braking in Emergencies The traction you can getin a curve depends on the With anti-lock, you can steer and brake atthe same condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at time. In many emergencies, steeringcan help you more which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you’re than even the very best braking. in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Steering Suppose you’re steering througha sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems-- steering and Power Steering acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet If you lose power steering assist because theengine the road. Adding the sudden accelerationcan demand too stops or the systemis not functioning, you can steer but much of those places.You can lose control. it will take much more effort.

4-9 What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on theSteering in Emergencies accelerator pedal, steerthe vehicle the way you wantit to go, and slow down. There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should find a truck stopped in your lane,or a car suddenly pulls adjust your speed.Of course, the posted speeds are out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between based on good weather and road conditions. Under less parked cars and stops right in frontof you. You can favorable conditions you’ll want goto slower. avoid these problems by braking-- if you can stop in If you need to reduce your speedas you approach a time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. curve, doit before you enter the curve, while your front That’s the timefor evasive action -- steering around wheels are straight ahead. the problem. Try to adjust your speedso you can “drive” through the Your Chevrolet can perform very wellin emergencies curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to like these. First apply your brakes. (See “Brakingin accelerate untilyou are out of the curve, and then Emergencies’’ earlier in this section.)It is better to accelerate gently intothe straightaway. 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.

4-10 Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheelshave dropped off the edgeof a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.

OFF-ROAD RECOVERY -Ne -e* A RECOVER

An emergencylike this requires close attention and a quick decision.If you are holdingthe steering wheelat edge of paved surface the recommended9 and 3 o’clock positions, youcan turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have actto fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straightenthe wheel once you have avoided the object. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairlyeasy. Ease off the The fact that such emergency situations are always accelerator and then, if there is nothingin the way, steer so possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.You all times and wear safety belts properly. can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarterturn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. .Thenturn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. 4-11 Passing Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one The driverof a vehicle about to pass anotheron a thing, following too closely reduces your areaof two-lane highway waitsfor justthe right moment, vision, especiallyif you’re followinga larger accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the back into the right lane again.A simple maneuver? vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep backa Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle ona two-lane reasonable distance. highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don’t traffic for several seconds.A miscalculation, an error in get too close. Time your moveso you will be judgment, or a brief surrender to frustrationor anger can increasing speed as the time comes to move into the suddenly put the passing driverface to face with the other lane.If the way is clear to pass,you will have a worst of all traffic accidents-- the head-on collision. “running start” that more than makes upfor the So here are some tipsfor passing: distance you would lose by dropping back. Andif something happens to causeyou to cancel your pass, “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides and to you need only slow down anddrop back again and crossroads for situations that might affect your passing wait for another opportunity. patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait fora better time. 0 If other cars are lined upto pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that someone isn’t trying to Watch for traffk signs, pavement markings and lines. pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicatea Remember to glance over your shoulder and check turn or an intersection, delay your pass.A broken the blind spot. center line usually indicates it’sall right to pass (providing the road ahead is clear). Never crossa solid line on your side of the lane ora double solid line, even if the roadseem empty of approaching traffk.

4-12 0 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and Loss of Control start your left lane changesignal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When youare far enough Let’s review what driving experts say about what ahead of the passed vehicle tosee its front in your happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering inside mirror, activate your rightlane change signal and acceleration) don’t have enough friction wherethe and move back intothe right lane. (Remember that tires meet the road to do whatthe driver has asked. your rightoutside mirror is convex. The vehicle you In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trymg to steer and just passed may seem to befarther away from you constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. than it really is.) Skidding 0 Try not to pass more thanone vehicle at a time on two-lane roads. Reconsider before passingthe In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. next vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving” 0 Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicletoo rapidly. Even though the brake lampsare not flashing,it may those conditions. But skids are always possible. be slowing down or startingto turn. The three typesof skids correspond to your Chevrolet’s three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels 0 If you’re being passed, makeit easy for the following driver toget ahead of you. Perhaps you aren’t rolling.In the steering or cornering skid,too can ease a little to the right. much speed or steeringin a curve causes tiresto slip and lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease yourfoot 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 readyfor a second skidif it occurs.

4-13 Of course, tractionis reduced when water, snow, ice, Driving at Night gravel or other materialis on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your drivingto these conditions. It isimportant 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 brakingby shifting to a lower r%?m...... gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. ..~...... You may not realize the surfaceis 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. Remember: Any anti-lock brake system(ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid.

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.

4-14 Here are some tips on night driving. down on glare from headlamps, but they also makelot a of things invisible. 0 Drivedefensively. You can be temporarily blindedby approaching 0 Don’t dnnk and drive. headlamps. It can take a secondor two, or even several Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. Whenyou glare from headlamps behind you. are faced with severeglare (as from adriver who Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with down and keep morespace between you and misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.Avoid staring other vehicles. directly into the approaching headlamps. Keep your windshield and allthe glass on your vehicle 0 Slow down, especially on higher speed roads.Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the insideof the glass In remote areas, watch for animals. can build up afilm caused by dust. Dirty glass makes 0 If you’re tired, pulloff the road in a safe place lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, and rest. making the pupilsof your eyes contract repeatedly. Remember that your headlamps light upfar less of a Night Vision roadway when you are in a turn or curve. Keep your No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. Butas eyes moving; that way, it’s easier to pick out dimly we get olderthese differences increase. A 50-year-old lighted objects. Justas your headlamps should be driver may require atleast twice as muchlight to see the checked regularlyfor proper aim,so should your eyes same thing at night as a 20-year-old. be examined regularly. Some drivers sufferfrom night blindness -- the inability tosee in dim light -- and What you do in the daytime can also affect your night aren’t even aware of it. vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. Butif you’re driving, don’t wear sunglassesat night. They may cut 4-15 Driving in Rain and onWet 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 roads. And, if your tires don't have much tread left, you'llget even less traction.It's always wise togo slower and be cautious if rain startsto fall while you are driving.The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexesare tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harderis itto see. Evenif your windshield wiper blades arein good shape, a heavy rain can make it harderto see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edgeof 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 streakingor missing areas on the windshield, or when strips of rubber startto separate from the inserts.

4-16 Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in aquick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose controlof the vehicle. After driving through a large puddleof water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.

Driving toofast through large water puddlesor even going through somecar washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Tryto avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them.

4-17 Hydroplaning 1Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that theycan actually ride on thewater. This can happenif the road is wet enough and you’re NOTICE: going fast enough. When your vehicleis hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. If you drive too quickly through deep puddlesor standing water, water can come in through your Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. Butit can if your engine’s air intake and badly damage your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure inor one engine. Never drive through water that is slightly more is low. It can happen ifa lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone lower than the underbodyof your vehicle. If you poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the can’t avoid deep puddlesor standing water, drive water’s surface, there could be hydroplaning. through them very slowly. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning. The Some Other Rainy Weather Tips best advice is to slow down whenit is raining. 0 Turn on your low-beam headlamps-- not just your parking lamps -- to help make you more visible to others. 0 Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful whenyou pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be preparedto have your view restricted by road spray. 0 Have good tires with proper tread depth. (See “Tires” in the Index.)

4-18 City Driving 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 yourtrip into an unknown part of the cityjust 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 becausethe corner is busy enough to need it. When a lightturns green, andjust before you start to move, check both waysfor vehicles that have not clearedthe intersection or maybe running the red light.

One of the biggest problems with city streetsis the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch outfor what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals.

4-19 Freeway Driving At the entrance, thereis usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear viewof the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine whereyou 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 Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, slightly slower at night. expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. When you want to leavethe freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance.If you miss your exit, do not, The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same the next exit. speed mostof the other drivers are driving. Too-fastor too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the The exit ramp canbe curved, sometimes quite sharply. left lane on a freewayas a passing lane. 4-20 The exit speed is usually posted. Here are some things you can check before a trip: Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are to your sense of motion. After drivingfor any distance all windows clean inside and outside? at higher speeds, you may tendto think you are going 0 Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? slower than you actually are. 0 Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked Before Leaving on a Long Trip all levels? Make sure you’re ready.Try to be well rested.If you 0 Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? must start when you’re notfresh -- such as after a day’s work -- don’t planto make too many miles thatfirst part Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enoughfor can easily drivein. long-distance driving? Arethe tires all inflated tothe recommended pressure? Is your vehicle readyfor a long trip? If you keepit serviced and maintained, it’s ready to Ifgo. it needs 0 Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook service, have it done before starting out. Of course, along your route? Should you delay yourtrip a short you’ll find experienced and able service experts in time to avoid a major storm system? Chevrolet dealerships all across North America. They’ll 0 Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? be ready and willing to help if you need it.

4-21 Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plainfalling asleep at the wheel?Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretchof road with the same scenery, along with the humof the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, andthe 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 roadin less than a second, and you could crash and be injured. What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware thatit can happen. Then hereare some tips: 0 Make sureyour vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. a Keep your eyes moving. Scanthe road ahead and to the sides. Check your rearview mirrors and your Driving on steep hills or mountainsis different from instruments frequently. driving inflat or rolling terrain. 0 If you get sleepy, pull off the road intorest, a 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 If you drive regularly in steep country,or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips thatcan make your trips safer and more enjoyable. I A CAUTION: - 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to These parts can work hard on mountain roads. do all the work of slowing down. They could getso 0 Know how to go down hills. The most important hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then thing to know is this:let your enginedo some of the have poor braking or even none going downa hill. slowing down. Shift to a lower gear whenyou go You could crash. Always have your engine running down a steep or long hill. and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill.

0 Know how to go uphill. Drive thein highest gear possible. If you don’t shift down, yourbrakes could 0 Stay in your own lanewhen driving on two-lane get so hot thatthey wouldn’t workwell. You roads in hillsor mountains. Don’t swing wide or cut would then have poor brakingor even none going across the centerof the road. Drive at speeds that let down a hill, You could crash.Shift down to let you stay in your own lane. your engine assist your brakeson a steep 0 As you go over the top aof hill, be alert. There could be downhill slope. something in your lane, like a stalled orcar an accident. 0 You may see highway signs on mountains thatwarn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks areaor windmg roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action.

4-23 Winter Driving

Include anice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid,a rag, some winter outer Here are some tips for winter driving: clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag e YOU may want to put winter emergency supplies in of sand, a piece of old carpetor a coupleof burlap bags your trunk. to help provide traction.Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle.

4-24 Driving on Snow or Ice What’s the worst timefor this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard todrive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where yourtires meet the ice can be even more trouble becauseit may offer the road probably have good traction. least tractionof all. You can get wet ice when it’s about However, if thereis snow or ice between your tires and freezing (32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins tofall. the road, you can have a very slipperysituation. You’ll Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be can get there. very careful. Whatever the condition-- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break thefragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more.

4-25 Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability If You’re Caught in a Blizzard when you makea hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have the anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner thanyou would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock’’ in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots. The road might befine 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 surfaceof 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 I 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 bein a serious situation.You should probably stay with your vehicle unlessyou know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things todo to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.

4-26 0 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle toalert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. A CAUTION: 0 Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blanketsor extra clothing,make body Snow can trap exhaust gasesunder your vehicle. insulators from newspapers, burlapbags, rags, floor This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or to get inside.CO could overcome youand kill tuck under your clothing to keepwarm. you. You can’t seeit or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle.Clear away snow from around thebase of your vehicle, especially any that is blockingyour exhaust pipe. And check around again from timeto time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there. Open a window just a little on the sideof the vehicle that’s awayfrom the wind. Thiswill help keep CO out.

You can run the engine to keep warm, butbe careful.

4-27 Run your engine onlyas long as you must. This saves Towing Your Vehicle from the Front fuel. When you run the engine, makeit go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This There are two ways to tow your vehicle from the front. uses less fuel for the heat that you get andit keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possiblyfor signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater runfor a while. Then, shut the engine off and closethe 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 sountil help comes. Recreational Vehicle Towing You can tow your vehicle behind another vehiclefor use at your destination. Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing. Follow the To tow your vehicle with a dolly, follow these steps: instructions for the towing equipment. 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Put the vehicle in PARK (P). 3. Set the parking brake and then removethe key. 4. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing. 5. Release the parking brake. 4-28 To tow your vehicle with allfour wheels on the ground, 4. Remove the following fuses from theleft side follow these steps: instrument panelfuse block: A) Radio, B) Wiper, H) Powertrain Control Module andK) Body Function Control Module, Cluster. This will prevent your battery form draining while towing. See “Instrument Panel Fusle Block-Left” in \ t Section 6 for location of the fuses. 5. Turn the ignition switch to ACC. m 6. Shift your transaxle to NEUTRAL (N). 7. Release the parking brake. 7 --- Remember to replace thefuse once you reach your destination. To replace thefuse: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Remove the key from the ignitionswitch. 3. Replace the fuse. 1. Position the vehicleto tow and then secure it. 2. Turn the ignition switch to OFF. 3. Set the parking brake. I NOTICE: Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 55 mph (90 kmh), or your vehicle could be badly damaged.

4-29 ~ Towing Vehicle from the Rear Your Loading ~ - -.r Vehicle

I I TIRE-LOADING INFORMATION VEHICLE CAP. WT. FRT. CTR. RR. TOTAL LBS.

MAX. LOADING & GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHTXXX COLD TIRE TIRE SIZE SPEED PRESSURE --I RTG PSI/KPa FRT. RR. SPA. IF TIRES ARE HOT, ADD 4PS1128KPa SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL , INFORMATION

Two labels on your vehicle show how much weightit NOTICE: may properly carry. The Tire-Loading Information label I I found on the rear edgeof the driver's side rear passenger door tellsyou the prcper size, speed rating and Do not tow your vehicle from the rear. Your recommended inflation pressuresfor the tires on your vehicle could be badly damaged and the repairs vehicle. It also gives you important information about would not be covered by your warranty. the numberof people that can bein your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry. This weightis called the Vehicle Capacity Weight, and includesthe weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options.

4-30 And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 132 lbs. (60 kg) in MFD BY GENERAL MOTORS CORP your trunk. DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR

THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI- A CAUTION: CABLE U.S. FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF Do not load your- vehicle~y heavier MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE. GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change theway your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. The other labelis the Certification label, found on the rear edge of the driver’s side door. It tells you the gross weight capacityof your vehicle, calledthe GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceedthe GVWR for your vehicle,or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)for either the front or rear axle.

4-31 Towing a Trailer a CAUTION: Things you put inside yourvehicle can strike A CAUTION: and injurepeople in a sudden stopor turn, orin a crash. If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive Put things in the trunkof your vehicle. In a properly, you can lose control when you pull a trunk, put themas far forward as you can. trailer. For example, if the traileris too heavy, the Try to spread the weight evenly, brakes may not work well -- or even at all. You Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, and your passengers could beseriously injured. inside thevehicle so that some of them are Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the above the topsof the seats. steps in thissection. Ask your Chevrolet dealer Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in for advice and information abouttowing a trailer your vehicle. with yourvehicle. When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it wheneveryou can. Don’t leave a seat folded down unless you NOTICE: need to. Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result incostly repairs notcovered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, andsee your Chevrolet dealer for important information abouttowing a trailer with your vehicle.

~ 4-32 Do not tow a trailer if your vehicle is equipped with the If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer 2.4L engine. If you do, hereare some important points: To identify what the vehicle trailering capacityis for 0 There are many differentlaws, including speedlimit your vehicle, you should read the informationin restrictions, having todo with trailering. Make sure “Weight of the Trailer” that appears laterin this section. your rig will belegal, not only where youlive but But traileringis different than just driving your vehicle also where you’ll be driving.A good sourcefor this by itself. Trailering means changesin handling, information can bestate or provincial police. durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, andit has to be used properly. 0 Consider usinga sway control. You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. That’s the reasonfor this part.In it are many time-tested, important traileringtips and safety rules. 0 Don’t tow a trailer at all during thefirst 1,000 miles Many of theseare important for your safety and thatof (1 600 km) your new vehicleis driven. Your engine, your passengers. So please read this section carefully axle or other parts could be damaged. before you pull a trailer. 0 Then, during thefirst 500 miles (800 km)that you Load-pulling components such asthe engine, transaxle, tow a trailer, don’t drive over50 mph (80 km/h) and wheel assemblies and tiresare forced to work harder don’t make startsat full throttle. This helps your against the dragof the added weight. The engineis engine and other partsof your vehicle wear in at the required to operateat relatively higher speeds and under heavier loads. greater loads, generating extraheat. What’s more, the 0 Obey speedlimit restrictions when towinga trailer. trailer adds considerably to wind resistance, increasing Don’t drive faster than the maximum posted speed the pulling requirements. for trailers (or no more than55 mph (90 km/h)) to save wear on your vehicle’s parts.

4-33 Three important considerations have to do with weight: You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, oryou can write us at: the weight of the trailer, Chevrolet Motor Division the weight of the trailer tongue Customer Assistance Center 0 and the total weight on your vehicle’s tires. P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047 Weight of the Trailer In Canada, write to: How heavy cana trailer safely be? General Motorsof Canada Limited It should never weigh more than 1000 lbs.(450 kg). But Customer Communication Centre even that can betoo heavy. 1908 Colonel Sam Drive It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For Oshawa, Ontario L1H8P7 example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicleis used to pulla trailer are all important. And, it can also dependon any special equipment that you have on your vehicle.

4-34 Weight of the Trailer Tongue If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded The tongue load (A)of any trailer is an important trailer weight (B). If you have a weight-distributing weight to measure becauseit affects the total capacity hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh12 percent of weight of your vehicle.The capacity weight includesthe the total loaded trailer weight(B). curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding inthe vehicle. And After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and if you will tow a trailer, you must subtractthe tongue then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are load from your vehicle’s capacity weight because your proper. If they aren’t, you may beable to get them right vehicle will be carrying that weight, too.See “Loading simply by moving some items aroundin the trailer. Your Vehicle” in the Indexfor more information about your vehicle’s maximum load capacity. Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tiresare inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numberson the Certification labelon the rear edge of the driver’s door or see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Then be sure you don’tgo over theGVW limit for your vehicle, including the weightof the trailer tongue.

A B

4-35 Hitches Safety Chains It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. You should always attach chains between your vehicle Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roadsare a and your trailer. Crossthe safety chains underthe tongue few reasons why you’ll needthe right hitch. Here are of the trailer so that the tongue will notdrop to the road some rules to follow: if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chainsmay be provided by the hitch The bumpers on your vehicle are not intendedfor manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Followthe hitches. Do not attach rental hitchesor other manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety bumper-type hitches to them. Use only a chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always frame-mounted hitch that does not attachto leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig. the bumper. And, never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. Will you have to make any holes in the bodyof your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch?If you do, Trailer Brakes then be sure toseal the holes later when you remove Does your trailer have its own brakes? the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO)from your exhaust can get into your Be sure to read and follow the instructionsfor the trailer vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide’’ in the Index). Dirt brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain and water can, too. them properly. And because you have anti-lock brakes, do not try to tap into your vehicle’s brake system.If you do, both systems won’t work well, or at all.

4-36 Driving with anailer Following Distance Towing a trailer requires a certain amountof experience. Stay at least twice as far behindthe vehicle ahead as you Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.This to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with thefeel of can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking handling and braking withthe added weight of the and sudden turns. trailer. And always keepin mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as Passing responsive as your vehicle isby itself. You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, longer, you’ll need togo much farther beyond the lamps, tires and mirror adjustment.If the trailer has passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand beto sure Backing Up the brakes are working. Thislets you check your Hold the bottomof the steering wheel withone hand. electrical connection at the same time. Then, to move the trailer to the left,just move that hand During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your load is secure, and that the lamps and any trailer brakes hand to the right. Always back up slowly and,if are still working. possible, have someone guideyou.

4-37 Making Turns Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check I NOTICE: with your Chevrolet dealer. The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signalturn a Making very sharp turns while trailering could or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps cause the trailer to comein contact with the will also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn, vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid change lanesor stop. making very sharp turns while trailering. When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider the trailer are burnedout. Thus, you may think drivers turns than normal.Do this so your trailer won’t behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well bulbs are still working. in advance.

4-38 Driving On Grades Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill.If something goes wrong, your rig NOTICE: could startto move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer canbe damaged. Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher than normal But if you ever have to park your rigon a hill, here’s engine and transaxle temperatures may result how to do it: and damage your vehicle. Frequent stops are 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into very important to allow the engine and transaxle PARK (P) yet. to cool. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the Reduce speed and shiftto a lower gearbefore you start regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. down a long or steep downgrade.If you don’t shift down, you mighthave to use your brakesso much that 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake and shiftinto PARK they would get hot and no longer work well. (P). On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your 5. Release the regular brakes. speed to around45 mph (70 kmh) to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating. Pay attention to the engine coolant gage.If the indicator is in the red area, turn off the air conditioning (if you have this option)to reduce engine load (see “Engine Overheating” in the Index).

4-39 When You Are Ready to Leave After Maintenance When Trailer Towing Parking ona Hill Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re 1. Apply your regular brakes and holdthe pedal down pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedulefor more while you: on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid (don’t overfill), Start your engine; engine oil, belt, cooling system and brake adjustment. Shift into a gear; and Each of these is covered in this manual, theand Index will help you find them quickly.If you’re trailering, it’s Release the parking brake. a good idea to review these sections before you start 2. Let up on the brake pedal. your trip. 3. Drive slowly until the traileris clear of the chocks. Check periodically tosee that all hitch nuts and bolts 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. are tight. Towing A Trailer (Except 3100 V6 Engine) Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer.

4-40 0 Sectio 5 Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems thatcan occur on the road.

5-2 How to Use Warning Flashers 5-16 How to Add Coolant 5-2 Other Typesof Warning Devices 5 -20 What to do if a Tire Goes Flat 5-3 Step-by-step Procedure for Jump Starting 5-2 1 How to Changea Flat Tire 5-8 Information You Should Know Before Towing 5-30 Where to Store the Flat Tire and Tools 5- 10 Towing Your Vehicle Fromthe Front 5-32 Informationon the Compact Spare Tire 5-11 Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear 5-33 If You’re Stuck in Sand, Mud, Snow or on Ice 5- 12 If Your Engine is Overheating 5-33 How toRock Your Vehicle 5- 12 If Steam is Coming FromYour Engine

5-1 Hazard Warning Flashers Press the switch once to turn your hazard flashers on. The switch will flash when activated.

Your hazard warning flash&%work no matter what position your keyis in, and even if the key isn’t in. To turn off the flashers, press the switch again. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. Your hazard warning flasherslet you warn others. They Other Warning Devices also let police know you have a problem.Your front and rear turn signal lamps willflash on and off. If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the sideof the road about300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.

5-2 Jump Starting If your battery has run down,you may want to use another vehicleand some jumper cables tostart your Chevrolet. Butplease follow the steps here to Batterles can nun you. They can be dangerous do it safely. because: They contain acidthat can burn you. NOTICE: They contain gasthat can explode or ignite. I I They contain enough electricity toburn you. Ignoring these steps could result in costly If you don’t followthese steps exactly, someor all damage toyour vehicle that wouldn’t be covered of these thingscan hurtyou. by your warranty. Trying to start your Chevrolet by pushing or 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt pulling it could damageyour vehicle. An battery with a negative ground system. automatic transaxle won’t start thatway. I NOTICE: I If the other system isn’ta 12-volt system witha negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.

5-3 2. Get the vehicles close enoughso the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching I NOTICE: each other.If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want.You wouldn’t be able to If you leave your radio on,it couldbe badly start your Chevrolet, andthe bad grounding could damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by damage theelectrical systems. your warranty. You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmlyon each vehicle. Put the transaxle in PARK (P). 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories pluggedinto the cigarette CAUTION: lighter or the accessory power outlet.Turn off all lamps that aren’t needed,as well as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries.In An electric fan can start up even when the engine addition, it could save your radio. is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.

5-4 5. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on 6. Check thatthe jumper cables don’t have loose or each battery. missing insulation.If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cabies, here are some things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive(+) and negative (-) will go to negative(-) or a metal engine 1- part. Don’t connect positive(+) to negative (-) or Using a match near a battery can cause battery you’ll get a short that would damagethe battery and gas to explode. People have beenhurt doing this, maybe other parts, too. and some have been blinded. Usea flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water.You don’t need to add water to theDelco Freedom@battery installed in every newGM vehicle. But if a Fans or other moving engineparts can injure you battery has filler caps, besure the right amount badly. Keep yourhands away from movingparts of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take once the engines are running. care of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains acidthat can burnyou. Don’t get it on you. If you accidentally getit in your eyes or on your skin, flushthe place with water and get medical help immediately.

5-5 8. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connectit to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.

9. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive(+) good battery's negative terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a (-) terminal. Don't let remote positive(+) terminal if the vehicle has one. the other end touch anything until the next step. The other endof 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. 5-6 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Takecare that they don’t touch each otheror any other metal.

10. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not nearengine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back tothe battery is muchless. A. Heavy Metal Engine Part 11. Now start the vehicle withthe good battery andrun B. Good Battery the engine for a while. C. Dead Battery 12. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after afew tries, it probably needs service.

5-7 Towing Your Vehicle When you call, tell the towing service: Try to havea Chevrolet dealer ora professional towing That your vehicle cannot be towed from the frontor service tow your Malibu. They can provide the right rear with sling-type equipment,as described later in equipment and know-how to tow your vehicle without this section. damage. (See “Roadside Assistance”in the Index.) 0 That your vehicle cannot be towed from therear with If your vehicle has been changed or modified sinceit the front wheels on the ground. was factory-new by adding aftermarket items like fog That your vehicle has front-wheel drive. lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions and illustrationsmay not be correct. The make, model and yearof your vehicle. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard Whether you can still move the shift lever. warning flashers. 0 If there was an accident, what was damaged. When the towing service arrives,let the tow operator know that this manual contains detailed towing instructions and illustrations. The operatormay want to see them.

5-8 A vehicle can fall from a car-carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can causea collision, serious personal injury andvehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured withchains or steel cables beforeit is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.)that canbe cut by sharp edges underneath thetowed vehicle. Always use A CAUTION: T-hooks inserted in the T-hook slots. Never use J-hooks. They will damagedrivetrain and To help avoidinjury toyou or others: suspension components. 0 Never let passengersride in a vehicle that is being towed. When your vehicle is being towed, turn the ignition key 0 Never tow faster thansafe or posted speeds. to ACC. The steering wheel should be clamped ain 0 Never tow with damagedparts not straight-ahead position, witha clamping device fully secured. designed for towing service.The transaxle should be in 0 Never get under your vehicle after it has NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released. been lifted by the tow truck. 0 Always secure the vehicle on each sidewith separate safety chains when towing it. 0 Never use J-hooks. Use T-hooks instead.

5-9 Front Towing I 1 NOTICE: (Continued) I Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occur fromvehicle to ground orvehicle to wheel-lift equipment. To help avoid damage, installa towing dolly and raise vehicle until adequate clearanceis obtained between the ground and/orwheel-lift equipment. Do not attach winch cables or J-hooks to suspension componentswhen using carcarrier equipment. Always use T-hooks inserted in the T-hook slots.

NOTICE:

Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascia damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for carcarrier equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. NOTICE: (Continued) 5-10 Rear Towing NOTICE: (Continued)

Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occurfrom vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel-lift equipment. To help avoid damage,install a towing dollyand raise vehicleuntil adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and/or wheel-lift equipment. Do not attach winch cablesor J-hooks to suspension components when usingcarcarrier equipment. Always use T-hooksinserted in the T-hook slots.

NOTICE:

Do not tow with sling-typeequipment or the rear bumper valance will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additionalramping may be required for car-carrierequipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. NOTICE: (Continued) 5-1 1 Engine Overheating I1 You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Chevrolet’s instrument panel.See “Engine Coolant I I Temperature Gage’’in the Index. You will also find a Steam froman overheated engine canburn you low coolant level warning light on your Chevrolet’s badly, even if youjust open the hood. Stay away instrument panel.See “LOWCoolant Warning Light” in from the engine if you seeor hear steam coming the Index. from it.Just turn it off and get everyone away If Steam Is Coming From ’ hgine from the vehicle until it cools down. Waituntil there is no signof steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keepdriving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire.You or others could be badly burned. Stop your engineif it overheats, and get outof the vehicle untilthe engine is cool.

1 NOTICE: I If your engine catchesfire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle canbe badly damaged. The costlyrepairs would not be covered by your warranty. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slowerfor about 10 minutes. If you get the overheat warning butsee or hear no If the warning doesn’t come backon, you can steam, the problem may not betoo serious. Sometimes drive normally. the engine can get alittle too hot when you: If the warning continues, pull over, stop, andpark your Climb a long hill on a hot day. vehicle right away. Stop after high-speed driving. If there’s still no sign of steam, you canidle the engine 0 Idle for long periods in traffic. for two or three minutes while you’re parked, see to if the warning stops. But then,if you still have the Tow a trailer. warning, turn off the engine andget everyoneout of If you get the overheat warning withno sign of steam, the vehicle until it cools down. try this for a minute orso: You may decide notto lift the hood but to get service 1. Turn off your air conditioner. help right away. 2. Turn on yourheater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3. If you’re in a trafficjam, shift to NEUTRAL(N); otherwise, shift tothe highest gear while driving -- DRIVE (D) OR THIRD (3).

5-13 Cooling System When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see:

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3100 Engine A. Coolant Surge Tank With Pressure Cap B. Electric Engine Fans 2.4L Engine

5-14 If it isn’t,you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pumpor somewhere else in the cooling system. An electric fan under thehood can start upeven when the engine is not running andcan injure you. Keep hands, clothing andtools away from any underhood electric fan. Heater and radiatorhoses, and otherengine parts, can bevery hot. Don’t touch them. If you If the coolantinside the coolant surge tankis boiling, do, you can be burned. don’t do anything else until it cools down. Don’t run the engineif there is a leak. If you run the engine, it couldlose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire,and you could be burned. Get any leakfixed before you drive thevehicle.

I NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolantisn’t covered by your warranty.

If there seems tobe no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine fansare running. If the engine is overheating, bothfans should be running.If they The coolant level should beat or above FULL COLD. aren’t, your vehicle needs service. 5-15 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven’t founda problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) andDEX-COOL TM coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressurecap, is cool before you do it. (See “Engine Coolant”in the Index for more information.)

Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burnyou badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap -- even a little -- they can come out at high speed. Never turn the capwhen the cooling system,including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is hot. Wait for thecooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap.

5-16 NOTICE:

Adding only plain water to your cooling system In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the can be dangerous. Plain water,or some other engine, radiator, heatercore and other parts.So liquid like alcohol,can boil beforethe proper use the recommended coolant. coolant mix will. Your vehicle’scoolant warning system is setfor the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong mix,your engine could I get toohot but you wouldn’t get the overheat A CAUTION: warning. Your engine couldcatch fire and you or others could beburned. Use a 50/50 mix of clean You can be burned if you spill coolanton hot water and DEX-COOL fM coolant. engine parts. Coolant contains ethyleneglycol and itwill burn if the engineparts arehot enough. Don’t spill coolant ona hot engine. L1

1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and when the cooling system, including the coolant surge remove it. tank pressurecap and upper radiator hose,is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly about one-quarter of a turn to theleft and then stop. If you hear a hiss, waitfor that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.

5-18 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mix, 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure capoff, start the up to FULL COLD. engine and letit run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch outfor the engine fans. By this time, the coolant levelinside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the propermix to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches FULL COLD.

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... - ~. If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially ifyou maintain your tires properly. Ifair goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leakout slowly. But if you should ever havea “blowout,” here area few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will createa drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your footoff the -. accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheelfirmly. Steer to maintain lane position,and then gently brake to a stop well outof the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly ona curve, acts much likea skid and may require the same correction you’d inuse a 5. Then replace the pressurecap. Be sure the pressure skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the cap is tight. accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under controlby steering theway you want the vehicle 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 goesflat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely.

5-20 I ...... _...... Changing a Flat Tire ...... If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage I...... by driving slowly toa level place. Turn on your hazard warning fls * ers.

A-- CAU-ION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack androll over youor other people. You and they could be badlyinjured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brakefirmly. 2. Put theshift lever in PARK (P). 3. 'hrn off the engine. The following steps willtell you how to use thejack and To be even morecertain the vehicle won't move, change a tire. you can putblocks at the front and rearof the tire farthestaway fromthe one being changed. That would be the tireon the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end.

5-21 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Turn the wing nut to the left and remove it. Thenlift off The equipment you’ll need the adapter and remove the is in the trunk. Turn the spare tire. center retainer nut on the compact spare cover to the left to remove it.

Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk. Your vehicle’sjack and wheel wrench are stored in a Lift and remove the cover. (See “CompactSpare Tire” foam tray. later in this section for more information about the compact spare.) You will findthe jacking instructions label on the undersideof the tire cover.

5-22 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. On vehicles equipped with wheel covers, completely loosen the wheel nut caps butdo not try to remove the caps from the cover.

The tools you'll be using include thejack (A) and the wheel wrench (B).

2. Give the cover asharp pull or gently pry on the edge of the cover to removeit from the wheel.

5-23 3. Some models are equipped with aluminum wneels. 4. Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel Remove the cover plate to find the wheel nuts. nuts. Don’t removethem yet. Carefully use the wedge end of the wheel wrench to pry it off.

5-24 A CAUTION:

Getting under a vehicle whenit is jacked upis dangerous. If the vehicle slipsoff the jack,you could be badlyinjured or killed. Never getunder a vehicle whenit is supported only by a jack.

w NOTICE: -18(46cm) 18146cm) Raising your vehicle withthe jackimproperly 5. Position thejack and raise the jack head until it fits positioned will damagethe vehicle or may allow firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the vehicle to falloff the jack. Be sure tofit the the flat tire. Put the compact spare tire near you. jack lift head into the properlocation before raising your vehicle. NOTICE:

Do not jack or lift the vehicle usingthe oil pan. Pans could crack and begin to leak fluid. When jacking or lifting your vehicle, always placethe jack in the proper position.

NOTICE:

L Do not jack or lift the vehicle usingthe suspension components. Suspension components 6. Raise the vehicleby turning the wheel wrench to the can be damaged by doing this. Whenjacking or right. Raise the vehiclefar enough off the ground so lifting your vehicle, always place thejack in the there is enough room for the spare proper position. tire to fit. 7. Remove all of the wheel nuts. 8. Then take off the flat tire.

5-26 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, /!\ CAUTION: mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirton thewheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become looseafter a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you changea wheel, removeany rust or dirtfrom the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, youcan use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure touse a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to,to get allthe rustor dirt off.

5-27 IA CAUTION: Never useoil or grease on studsor nuts. If you II do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. c

10. Replace the wheel nuts with the cone endof the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut

,, " by hand or with the wheel wrench until the 11. Lower the vehicleby turning the wheel wrenchto wheel is held against the left. Lower thejack completely. the hub.

5-28 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross NOTICE: sequence, as shown. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotordamage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in theproper sequence and to the proper torque specification,

Don’t try to puta wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover and wheel nut caps in the trunk until you havethe flat tire repaired A C’ uTION: or replaced. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose NOTICE: and even come off. This could leadto anaccident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts, If you have Wheel covers won’tfit on your compact spare.If to replace them,be sure toget new GM original you try to put a wheel cover onyour compact equipment wheel nuts. spare, you could damage the coveror the spare. Stop somewhereas soon as you can and have the nuts tightened witha torque wrench to 100 lb-ft (140 Nom).

5-29 Storing t' : F ' -ire and

-AUTION: I A I Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

Store the jack and wheel wrench in the foam tray. Place the foam tray in the spare tire compartment. Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment. Place the A. Nut tire in the compartment, then secure the adapter, B. Cover extension (aluminum wheels only) and wing bolt. C. Wing Bolt D. Extension (Aluminum wheels only) E. Adapter E Wrench G. Jack H. Flat Road Tire

5-30 Storing the Spare Tire andTools

F equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could G cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

__ The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact sparetire with a full-size tire as soon as you can. See “Compact Spare Tire” in the Index. See the A. Nut storage instructions labelto replace your compact spare B. Cover into your trunk properly. C. Wing Bolt D. Adapter E. Wrench E Jack G. Extension (Aluminum Wheels Only) H. Spare Tire

5-31 Compact Spare Tire Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with your vehicle was new,it can lose air after a time. Check other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare the inflation pressure regularly.It should be 60 psi tire and its wheel together. (420 Wa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle,you NOTICE: should stop as soonas possible and make sure your I spare tireis correctly inflated.The compact spare is Tire chainswon’t fit your compact spare.Using made to perform well at speeds up to mph 65 them can damage yourvehicle and can damage (105 km/h) for distances up to3,000 miles (5 000 km), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire the chainstoo. Don’t use tire chains on your repaired or replaced where you want.Of course, it’s best compact spare. 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.

NOTICE:

When the compactspare is installed, don’t take your vehicle through an automatic carwash with guide rails.The compact spare canget caught on the rails. That can damage the tire andwheel, and maybe other partsof your vehicle.

5-32 If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice OF Snow I NOTICE: What you don’t wantto do when your vehicle is stuck is Spinning your wheelscan destroy parts of your to spin your wheelstoo fast. The method known as vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but too fast while shiftingyour transaxle back and you must usecaution. forth, you can destroy your transaxle.

For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”in the Index. If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out explode, and you or others could beinjured. And, the transaxleor other partsof the vehicle can First, turn your steering wheelleft and right. That will overheat. That could causean engine clear the area around yourfront wheels. Then shift back and forth betweenREVERSE (R) and a forward gear, compartment fire or other damage. When you’re spinning the wheels as little as possible. Releasethe stuck, spin thewheels as little as possible. Don’t accelerator pedal while youshift, and press lightly on spin the wheels above 35 mph (55 km/h) as shown the accelerator pedal when the transaxleis in gear. If on the speedometer. that doesn’t getyou out after a few tries, you may need to be towedout. If you do need to be towed out, see “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

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5-34 0Section 6 Service a-- - Aopearance Care

Here you willfiid information aboutthe care of your Chevrolet.This section begins with service andfuel information, and then it shows howto check important fluid and lubricant levels. Thereis also technical information about your vehicle, anda part devoted toits appearance care.

6-2 Doing Your Own Service Work 6-39 When it is Time to Buy New Tires 6-3 What Kind of Fuelto Use 6-42 Wheel Alignment 6-5 Using Fuel in Foreign Countries 6-44 Cleaning the Insideof Your Vehicle 6-5 Where to Put the Fuel and Filling the Tank 6-47 Care of the Safety Belts 6-7 Checking Things Underthe Hood 6-48 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6- 12 Checking Your Engine Oil 6-50 How to Clean Aluminum Wheels 6-18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6-5 1 Underbody Maintenance 6-18 Engine Coolant 6-52 Recommended Appearance Care Materials 6-23 Where toFill the Windshield Washer Fluid 6-53 Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 6-24 Important Brake Information 6-54 The Electrical System 6-28 Information onYour Vehicle's Battery 6-55 Fuses andCircuit Breakers 6-29 Tips on VehicleStorage 6-6 1 Replacement Bulb Typesfor Your Vehicle 6-29 Bulb Replacement Procedures 6-6 1 Capacities and Specifications 6-35 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ' 6-62 Air Conditioning Specifications 6-36 How and Whento Check Tire Inflation i 6-62 Normal ReplacementParts Service Doing Your Own Service Work Your Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best and If you want todo some of your own service work, you’ll wants you to be happy with it.We hope you’ll go to want to get the proper Chevrolet Service Manual.It tells your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get you much more about howto service your Chevrolet genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported than this manual can. To order the proper service service people. manual, see “Service and Owner Publications’’ in the Index. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts haveone of these marks: Your vehicle has anair bag system. Before attemptingto do your own service work,see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet” in the Index. You should keep a record with all parts receipts andlist n the mileage and thedate of any service work you perform. See “Maintenance Record” in the Index. @El-Demo

6-2 Fuel /r\ CAUTION: Use regular unleaded gasoline ratedat 87 octane or higher. At a minimum, it should meet specifications You can be injured andyour vehicle could be ASTM D4814 in the UnitedStates and CGSB 3.5-M93 damaged if you try to do service work ona in Canada. Improved gasoline specifications have been vehicle without knowing enoughabout it. developed bythe American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA)for better vehicle performance 0 Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, and engine protection. Gasolines meeting the AAMA experience, theproper replacement parts specification could provide improved driveability and and tools before youattempt any vehicle emission control system protection comparedto maintenance task. other gasolines. Be sure touse the propernuts, bolts and Be sure the posted octane is at least 87. If the octaneis other fasteners. “English”and “metric” less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when fasteners can be easily confused.If you use you drive. If it’s bad enough,it can damage your engine. the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or fall off. You could behurt. If you’re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when Adding Equipment to the Outsideof you’re acceleratingor driving up ahill. That’s normal, and you don’t have to buy a higher octanefuel to get rid Your Vehicle of pinging. It’s the heavy, constant knock that means Things you might addto the outsideof your vehicle can you have a problem. affect the airflow around it.This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your Chevrolet dealer before adding equipmentthe to outside of your vehicle.

6-3 If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States Standards (indicated on the underhood tune-up label), it are now required to contain additives that will help is designed to operate on fuels that meet California prevent deposits from formingin your engine and fuel specifications. If such fuels are not available in states system, allowing your emission control system to adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal anything to the fuel. In addition, gasolines containing specifications, but emission control system performance oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on reformulated gasolines may be availablein your area to your instrument panel may turnon and/or your vehicle help clean the air. General Motors recommends that you may fail a smog-check test.If this occurs, return to your use these gasolines if they comply with the authorized Chevrolet dealerfor diagnosis to determine specifications described earlier. the cause of failure. In the eventit is determined that the cause of the conditionis the typeof fuels used, repairs may not be coveredby your warranty. NOTICE: Some gasolines thatare not reformulated for low emissions contain an octane-enhancing additive called Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that methylcyclopentadlenyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); contains methanol. Don’t use it. It can corrode ask your service station operator whether or not his fuel metal parts in your fuel system and also damage contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t use of such gasolines.If fuels containing MMTare used, be covered under your warranty. spark pluglife may be reduced and your emission control system performancemay be affected. The malfunction indicator lampon your instrument panel may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Chevrolet dealerfor service.

6-4 Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank If you plan on driving in another countryoutside the United States or Canada,the proper fuel may be hardto find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text onfuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, askan auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business inthe country where you’ll be driving. You can also write us at the following addressfor advice. Just tell us where you’re going andgive your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). General Motors International Product Center 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, OntarioLlH 8P7

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.

6-5 The cap is behind a hinged door on the right ofside your To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left vehicle. To open the door, insert your finger into the (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring init; if you let finger depression in the fuel door. go of the cap too soon,it will spring back to the right.

A CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignitesit, you could be badly burned. Gasoline canspray outon you if you open the fuel filler captoo quickly. This spraycan happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler capslowly and wait for any“hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all theway.

Be careful notto spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from While refueling, hang the tethered cap inside the painted surfacesas soon as possible. See “Cleaning the fuel door. Outside of Your Chevrolet” in the Index.

6-6 When you putthe cap back on,turn it to the right Checking Things Under the Hood (clockwise) until you heara clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has beenleft off or improperly installed. This would allow fuelto evaporate into the atmosphere. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index. An electric fan underthe hood can start up and injure you even whenthe engine is not running. Keep hands, clothingand tools awayfrom any I NOTICE: underhood electric fan. I I If you need a new cap, besure toget the right type. Your dealer can get onefor you. If you get the wrong type,it may not fit properly. This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp tolight and your fueltank and emissions system may be damaged. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index.

6-7 I Hood Release A CA TION: I'To open the hood, first pull Things that burn canget on hot engineparts and the hood release handle start a fire. These include liquids likegasoline, inside the vehicle. oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washerand other fluids, and plasticor rubber. You or others could be burned.Be careful not to drop orspill things thatwill burn onto a hot engine.

The following sections tellyou how to check fluids, lubricants and important parts under the hood.

6-8 Then go to the front of the vehicle andlift the secondary Lift the hood, release hood release handle before lifting. the hood prop fromits retainer and put the hood prop into the slot marked PROP ROD.

'efore closing the hood, be sure all thefiller caps re on properly. Then let the hood drop from about to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm).

6-9 2.4L (CODE T) Engine When you open the hood, you’ll see:

A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank D. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir G. Battery B. Engine Oil Fill Cap E. Brake Fluid Reservoir H. Windshield Washer C. Engine Oil Dipstick E AirCleaner Fluid Reservoir I100 (CODE M) Engine Yhen you open the hood, you’ll see:

A. Engine Coolant Surge Tank D. Engine Oil Dipstick G. Battery B. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E. Brake Fluid Reservoir H. Windshield Washer C. Engine Oil Fill Cap F. AirCleaner Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engineoil every time you get fuel.In order to get an accurate reachng, theoil must If your vehicle is be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. equipped with the 3 100 engine, you have a CHECK CHECK OIL light on the OIL instrument panel.

If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. Formore information, see “Check Oil Light” in the Index. You should check your engineoil 2.4L Engine 3100 Engine level regularly; thisis an added reminder. The engine oil dipstick handleis yellow. The engine oil dipstick on the 2.4L engine is located on the rear of the engine. The engineoil dipstick on the 3 100 engine is located on the front of the engine.

6-12 Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to When to Add Oil drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart oil.of But you must use the Checking Engine Oil right kind. This part explains what kindof oil touse. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” Pull out the dipstick and clean it witha paper towel or in the Index. cloth, then push it back in all the way. Removeit again, keeping the tip down, and check thelevel. NOTICE:

Don’t add too much oil.If your engine hasso much oil that theoil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range, your engine could be damaged.

6-13 2.4L Engine 3100 Engine The engine oil fill capfor the 2.4L engine is located on The oil fill capfor the 3 100 engine is located on the the rear, right sideof the engine. front of the engine. 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.

6-14 What Kind of Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identifiedby FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST looking for the “Starburst” symbol.This symbol SAL VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. indicates thatthe oil has been certified bythe American Petroleum Institute (API).Do not use any oil which LOOK does not carry thisStarburst symbol. HOT FOR THIS WEATHER SYMBOL If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that hasthe +loo- - +38

Starburst symbol +EO- - +27 on the frontof the oil container. t6O--t16

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+20- --7 0---I8 ISALI 1OW-30 If you have your oil changedfor you, be surethe oil put SAE 5W-30 into your engine is American Petroleum Institute PREFERRED certified for gasoline engines. \ COLD You should also use the proper viscosityoil for your WEATHER vehicle, as shown in the following chart: DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED

6-15 As shown in the chart,SAE 5W-30 is best for your When to Change Engine Oil vehicle. However, youcan use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city to be 0°F (- 18 “C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.Do not use maintenance schedule: other viscosity oils, such asSAE 20W-50. 0 Most trips areless than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. NOTICE: 0 Most trips include extensive idling (suchas frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines 0 Most trips are through dusty areas. “Starburst” symbol. Failure to use the 0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of recommended oil can resultin engine damage not your vehicle. covered by your warranty. 0 The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi I or other commercial application. GM Goodwrench@ oil meets all the requirementsfor Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to your vehicle. break down sooner. If any one of these is true for your If you are in an area where the temperature falls below vehicle, then you need to change your oil andfilter -20°F (-29”C),consider using eitheran SAE 5W-30 every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever synthetic oil or anSAE OW-30 oil. Both will provide occurs first. easier cold starting and better protection for your engineIf none of them is true, use the longtriphighway at extremely low temperatures. maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever Engine Oil Additives occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed Don’t add anything to youroil. Your Chevrolet dealer is engine under highway conditions causes engineoil to ready to advise if you think something should be added. break down slower. 6-16 What to Do with Used Oil Air Cleaner Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’tlet 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 engineoil. (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 ownoil, be sure to drain all free-flowingoil from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever disposeof oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground,into sewers, or into streams or bodiesof water. Instead, recycle it by taking itto a place that collects used oil.If you have a problem properly disposing of your usedoil, ask your dealer, a service stationor a local recycling The air cleaner is located on the driver’s sideof the center for help. engine compartment. To check or replace theair filter: 1. Unscrew the four Phillips-head screws, then pull the cover back. 2. Remove the air cleaner filter. 3. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter and replace the cover tightly. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to Automatic Transaxle Fluid replace the air filter. It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. A transaxle fluid leakis the only reasonfor fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your Chevrolet dealership Service Department and haveit repaired as soon as possible.You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealeror service center whenyou have Operating the engine with theair cleaner off can your oil changed. cause youor others to beburned. The air cleaner Engine Coolant not only cleansthe air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine The cooling system in your vehicleis filled with new backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with DEX-COOL” engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehiclefor 5 years or 150,000 miles it off, and be careful working on the engine with (240 000 km), whichever occurs fist, if you add only the air cleaner off. DEX-COOL TM extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling systemand how to add coolant when it is low.If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in NOTICE: the Index. If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can causea damaging engine fire. And,dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving. A 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolantfor What to Use your Chevrolet will: Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably

Give freezing protection down to-34°F (-37°C). distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL TM coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts.If you use this mixture, Give boiling protection up to265 OF (129 O C). you don’t need to add anything else. Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages workas they should. Adding only plain water to yourcooling system NOTICE: can be dangerous. Plainwater, or some other liquid likealcohol, can boil before the proper When adding coolant,it is important thatyou use coolant mix will. Your vehicle’scoolant warning

only DEX-COOL TM (silicate-free) coolant. system is set for the proper coolantmix. With If silicated coolant is added to thesystem, plain water or thewrong mix, your engine could premature engine, heater core or radiator get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat corrosion may result. In addition, the engine warning. Your engine could catch fireand you or coolant will require change sooner-- at others could be burned.Use a 50/50 mix of clean 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, water and DEX-COOL TM coolant. whichever occurs first.

6-19 Checking Coolant NOTICE:

If you use an improper coolant mix,your engine could overheatand be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Too much water inthe mix can freeze and crack the engine,radiator, heater core and other parts.

If you have to add coolant more thanfour times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system.

I NOTICE: The surge tankis located on the passenger's sideof the If you use the proper coolant, you don't have to engine compartment. add extrainhibitors or additives which claimto improve the system. Thesecan be harmful.

6-20 Adding Coolant CAUTION: If you need more coolant,add the proper DEX-COOL" A coolant mixtureut the surge tank, but only when the Thrning the surge tankpressure cap when the engine is cool. engine and radiator arehot can allow steamand scalding liquids toblow out and burnyou badly. Never turn the surge tankpressure cap -- even a little -- when the engine and radiator arehot. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at and itwill burn if the engine parts arehot the FULL COLD mark. enough. Don't spill coolant ona hot engine. If the light comeson, it means you're low on When replacing the pressurecap, make sure it is tight. 1 engine coolant.

6-21 Surge Tank Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid

NOTICE:

Your pressure capis an 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.

When you replace your surge tank pressure cap,GM a cap is recommended. Thermostat Engine coolant temperatureis controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant When to Check Power SteeringFluid reaches a preset temperature. It is not necessary to regularly check power steering When you replace your thermostat,an AC@ thermostat fluid unless you suspect thereis a leak in the systemor is recommended. you hear an unusual noise.A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.

6-22 How To Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, wipethe cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew thecap and What to Use wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and When you need windshield washer fluid, besure to read completely tightenit. Then removethe cap again and the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be look at the fluid level onthe dipstick. operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, usea fluid that has sufficient The level should be at theFULL COLD mark. If protection against freezing. necessary, add only enough fluid to bringthe level up to the mark. Adding Washer Fluid What to Use Open the cap labeled To determine what kindof fluid to use, see WASHER FLUID ONLY. “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” inthe Index. Add washer fluid until the Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper tank is full. fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses andseals.

6-23 Brakes NOTICE: Brake Fluid a When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. a Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause thesolution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other partsof the washersystem. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washerfluid. 0 Fill your washer fluid tankonly three-quarters full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansionif freezing occurs, which could damage the tankif it is completely full. 0 Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your Your brake master cylinder reservoiris here. It is filled washer system and paint. with DOT-3 brake fluid. 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 fluidis leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake

6-24 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 liningsare worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings.You should add BRAKE (or remove) brake fluid,as necessary, only when workis done on the brake hydraulic system.

CAUTION: I A United States Canada If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is When your brake fluid fallsto a low level, your brake hot enough.You or others couldbe burned, warning light will comeon. See “Brake System Warning Light” in the Index. and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when workis done on the brake hydraulic system.

6-25 I What toAdd When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake NOTICE:

fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 11@ (GMPart No. 12377967). Use new brakefluid from a sealed 0 Using the wrong fluid can badly damage container only. brake system parts. For example, just a few Always clean the brake fluid reservoir capand the area drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine around the cap before removing it. This will help keep oil, in your brake system can damage brake dirt frm entering the reservoir. system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someoneput in the wrong kindof fluid. A CAUTION: If you spiII brake fluid on yourvehicle’s painted surfaces, thepaint finish can be With the wrong kindof fluid in yourbrake damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid system, your brakes may not work well,or they on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off may not even workat all. This could causea immediately. See “Appearance Care”in crash. Always use the proper brakefluid. the Index.

6-26 Brake Wear Some driving conditionsor climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Your Chevrolet has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. applied. This does not mean somethingis wrong with Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a your brakes. high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nutsin the you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). proper sequence toGM specifications. Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators,if but CAUTION: you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, havethe rear A brake linings inspected.Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are The brake wear warning sound means that soon removed for rotation or changing. When you havethe your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to front brake pads replaced, have the rear brakes an accident. When you hear the brake wear inspected, too. warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. See “Brake System Inspection” in Section7 of this manual NOTICE: under Part C “Periodic Maintenance Inspections.”

Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could resultin costly brake repair.

6-27 Brake Pedal Travel Replacing Brake System Parts See your dealerif the brake pedal does not return to The braking system on a modern vehicleis complex. Its normal height, or if thereis a rapid increasein pedal many parts have to beof top quality and work well travel. This could bea sign of brake trouble. together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality Brake Adjustment GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc system -- for example, when your brake linings wear brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderateor down and you have to have new ones putin -- be sure heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly.you get new approved GM replacement parts.If you If you drive in thatway, then -- very carefully -- make don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For a few moderate brake stops about every1,000 miles example, if someone putsin brake linings thatare wrong (1 600 km), so your brakes will adjust properly. for your vehicle, the balance between yourfront and rear brakes can change-- for the worse. The braking If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal, your performance you’ve come to expect can changein many rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust them byother ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement pumping the brake pedal repeatedly while the engineis brake parts. running with the shift leverin PARK (P). Battery Every new Chevrolet has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to oneof these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. Vehicle Storage Bulb Replacement If you’re not goingto drive your vehiclefor 25 days or This section describes bulb changing procedures for more, take off the black, negative(-) cable from some of your interior and exterior lamps. For bulb sizes, the battery. This will help keep your battery from see “Replacement Bulbs”in the Index. For any bulbs not running down. listed in this section, contact your Chevrolet dealer service department. I I ,.\ CAUTION: Halogen Bulbs

Batteries have acid that canburn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you I A CAUTIOL aren’t careful,See “Jump Starting” in theIndex t- I for tipson working arounda battery without Halogen bulbs have pressurizedgas inside and getting hurt. can burstif you drop or scratch thebulb. You or others could be injured.Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package, Contact your dealerto learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Also, for your audio system, see “Theft-Deterrent Feature” in the Index.

6-29 Trent Exterior Bulbs Headlamp and Frontlbrn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement When replacing a halogen bulb,do not touch the glass portion of the bulb. Theoil from your fingers will shorten the life of your new halogen bulb. For the type of bulb to use,see “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. 1. With the hood open and the engine off, pull the fastener out of the plastic splash shield covering the top of the headlamp assembly and remove it.

A. Front Turn Signal B. High-Beam Headlamp C. Low-Beam Headlamp

2. Carefully pull directly up on the two latches.

6-30 3. Remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle by 5. For the turn signal bulb, press thetab on the white pulling forward. Use care notto scratch the vehicle bulb socket and twistit less than one-quarterof a with thelamp or the lamp withthe fender. turn to the left. 4. For the high or low-beam bulbs, unclip the wiring 6. Reconnect the wiring harness to the bulbor harness and twist the bulb less than one-quarterof a lamp assembly. turn to the left and remove. Gently wiggle the bulb 7. Replace the lamp to its original position by carefully from the socket. lining up the lamp to the mounting balls. 8. Press down on the two latches. Replacethe splash shield by pushing down on the retainer.

6-31 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) TaiYStop/'hrn SignaVBack-Up Lamps 1. Open the trunk and locate theCHMSL housing at the 1. Unscrew the butterfly top of the trunk. fastener that holds in the 2. Twist the bulb housing one-quarterof a turn to trunk trim. remove it. 3. Gently remove burned out bulb(s) and replace witha new one. Rear Exterior Lamps

2. Pull back the trunk trim.

A. Back-up Lamps C. Rear Turn Signal Lamp B.Taillamp 3. Remove the three plastic wingnuts. 4. Pull out the taillamp assemblyto expose the backplate.

6-33 7. Reverse the steps to reassemblethe rear lamp assembly and mount to the car. Make sure that thesix tabs are securely fastened to the backplate before reassemblingthe lamp. Dome Lamp To change your dome lamp bulb, grasp the centerfront and center rear portionof the housing and squeeze firmly but gently.The housing should popoff. If this doesn't work, you may need to use a small flat-head screwdriver underthe side of the housing to help pry it off.

5. Carefully removethe backplate by gently pulling up on the four outer and two inner tabs. 6. Gently wiggle the bulbs to remove them from the socket. Replace the bulb.

6-34 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Your new Chevrolet comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. Ifyou ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Chevrolet Warranty bookletfor details.

‘ ”AUTION:d Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a resultof too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in Replacement blades comein different types and are the Index. removed in different ways. For the proper type and length, see “Capacities and Specifications’’in the Index. CAUTION: (Continued) Here’s how to remove the Sheppard’sHook type: 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver’s side of the vehicle. 3. Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2.

6-35 NOTICE: 0 Underinflated tirespose the same danger as Don’t let anyonetell you that underinflationor overloaded tires. The resulting accident overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires could cause serious injury. Check all tires don’t have enoughair (underinflation),you can frequently to maintain the recommended get the following: pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tiresare cold. 0 Too much flexing 0 Overinflated tires are morelikely to be cut, Too much heat punctured or broken by a sudden impact-- 0 Tire overloading such aswhen you hit a pothole. Keep tires 0 Bad wear at the recommended pressure. Bad handling 0 Worn, old tires can causeaccidents. If your Bad fuel economy. tread is badly worn, or if your tires have If your tires havetoo much air(overinflation), been damaged, replace them. you can get the following: Unusual wear 0 Bad handling Inflation -- Tire Pressure Rough ride The Tire-Loading Information label, which is on the Needless damage from road hazards. rear edge of the driver’s siderear passenger door, shows the correct inflation pressuresfor your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hoursor driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

6-36 When to Check Tire Inspection and Rotation Check yourtires once a monthor more. Tires should be rotated every6,000 to 8,000 miles Don’t forget your compact sparetire. It should be (10 0oO to 13 0o0 km). Any time you noticeunusual wear, at 60 psi (420 Ea). rotate your tires as soonas possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.See How to Check “When It’s Time for New Tires” and “Wheel Replacement” laterin this section for more information. Use a good quality pocket-typegage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tiresare properly inflated The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more simply by looking at them. Radialtires may look uniform wear for all tireson the vehicle. The first properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” inthe Index for scheduled Be sureto put the valve caps back on the valve rotation intervals. stems. They help preventleaks by keeping out dirt and moisture.

6-37 CAUTION:

Rust or dirt on awheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, canmake wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change awheel, remove any rust or dirt fromplaces where thewheel attaches to thevehicle. In anemergency, you can use a clothor a paper towel to dothis; but be When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation sure touse a scraper orwire brush later, if you I patternshown here. need to, to get all the rustor dirt off. (See “Changing a Flat Tire” in theIndex.) Don’t include the compact spare tirein your tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the frontand 1 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. When It’s Time for New Tires The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cordor fabric. One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to The tire has a bump, bulge or split. check the treadwear 0 The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that indicators, which will can’t be repaired well becauseof the size or location appear when your tires have of the damage. only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and sizeof tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it newwas had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, You need a new tire if any of thefollowing statements get ones with that sameTPC Spec number. That way are true: your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, You can see the indicators at threeor more places traction, ride and other things during normal serviceon around the tire. your vehicle. If your tires have an all-season tread 0 You can see cord or fabric showing through the design, theTPC number will be followed by an“MS” tire’s rubber. (for mud and snow).

6-39 If you ever replace your tires with those not having a Uniform Tire Quality Grading TPC Spec number, make sure they arethe same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, The following information relates to the system bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles soldin the United States.) The grades are molded onthe sidewalls of most passenger I car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does Mixing tires could causeyou to lose control while not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, driving. If you mix tiresof different sizes or types space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with (radial andbias-belted tires), thevehicle may not nominal rim diametersof 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), handle properly, and you could havea crash. or to some limited-production tires. Using tires of different sizes may also cause While the tires available on General Motors passenger damage to yourvehicle. Be sure touse the same cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these size and type tires on allwheels. grades, they must also conform to Federal safety It’s all right to drive with your compact spare, requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. though. It was developed for use on yourvehicle.

6-40 Treadwear Temperature -- A, B, C The treadwear gradeis a comparative rating basedon The temperature grades areA (the highest),B, and C, the wear rateof the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance theto generation of conditions on a specified government test course.For heat andits ability to dissipate heat when tested under example, a tire graded150 would wear one and a half controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire test wheel. Sustained high temperature can causethe graded 100. The relative performanceof tires depends material of the tire to degenerate and reducetire life, and upon the actual conditionsof their use, however, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. may depart significantlyfrom the norm due to variations The grade C corresponds to a levelof performance in driving habits, service practices and differencesin which all passengercar tires must meet under the road characteristics and climate. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety StandardNo. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levelsof performance onthe Traction -- A, B, C laboratory test wheel than the minimum requiredby law. The traction grades,from highest to lowest, areA, B, and Warning: The temperature gradefor this tire is C, and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet established for a tire thatis properly inflated and not pavement as measured under controlled conditions on overloaded. Excessivespeed, underinflation, or specified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete. excessive loading,either separately orin combination, A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. can cause heat buildup and possible tirefailure. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tireis based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests anddoes not include cornering (turning) traction.

6-41 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Your dealer will knowthe kind of wheel you need. The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying carefully atthe factory to giveyou the longest tirelife capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the and best overall performance. same way as the oneit replaces. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or or wheel nuts, replace them only with newGM original your vehicle pullingone way or the other, the alignment equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nutsfor your vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels Chevrolet model. may need to be rebalanced. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel thatis bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced.the If or wheel nutson your vehiclecan be dangerous. It wheel leaks air, replaceit (except some aluminum could affect the braking and handlingof your wheels, which can sometimesbe repaired). See your vehicle, make yourtires lose air and make you lose Chevrolet dealerif any of these conditions exist. control. You could havea collision in which you or others could beinjured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement.

6-42 Tire Chains NOTICE:

The wrong wheelcan also cause problems with NOTICE: bearing life, brake cooling, speedometeror odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper Use tire chains only where legaland only when height, vehicleground clearance and tireor tire you must. Use onlySAE Class “St’ type chains chain clearance to the bodyand chassis. that arethe proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tiresand tighten themas tightly as possible with the ends securely See “Changing a Flat Tire” inthe Index for more fastened. Drive slowlyand follow the chain information. manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the Used Replacement Wheels chains contactingyour vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow downuntil it stops. Driving toofast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle.

Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been usedor how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replacea wheel, usea new GM original equipment wheel. Appearance Care Don’t use anyof these unless this manual saysyou can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burstinto flame if you strike a Alcohol match or get them on a hot partof the vehicle. Some are 0 LaundrySoap dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anythingfrom a container to clean your Bleach Chevrolet, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s ReducingAgents warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside. Cleaning the Insideof Your Chevrolet Never use these to clean your vehicle: Use a vacuum cleaner oftento get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl or leather with a clean, damp cloth. Gasoline Your Chevrolet dealer has two cleaners, a solvent-type 0 Benzene spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will Naphtha clean normal spotsand stains very well. Do not use them on vinyl or leather. 0 CarbonTetrachloride Acetone Here are some cleaning tips: 1. Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. 0 PaintThinner Turpentine 2. Clean up stains as soonas you can -- before they set. 3. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area 0 LacquerThinner often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. Nail Polish Remover 4. Use solvent-type cleaners in a well-ventilated area They can allbe hazardous -- some more than only. If you use them, don’t saturate the stained area. others -- and they can all damage your vehicle, too. 5. If a ring forms after spot cleaning, clean theentire Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric area immediatelyor it will set. First, seeif you have to use solvent-type cleaner atall. Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric Some spots and stains will cleanoff better withjust water and mild soap. 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove anyloose dirt. If you need to usea solvent: 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. 1. Gently scrape excesssoil from the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper. 3. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions onthe container label. 2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should startat the 4. Use suds only and apply witha clean sponge. Don’t outside of the stain, “feathering” toward the center. saturate the material and don’trub it roughly. 3. Keep changing toa clean section of the cloth. 5. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, usea sponge to remove the suds. 4. When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately dry the area witha blow dryer to help preventa 6. Rinse the section witha clean, wet sponge. cleaning ring. 7. Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth. 8. Dry it immediately with a blow dryer. 9. Wipe with a clean cloth.

6-45 Special Cleaning Problems 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomitor urine, treat the area with waterhakinga soda solution: Greasy or Oily Stains 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) Stains caused by grease,oil, butter, margarine, shoe of lukewarm water. polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic 4. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can be removed as follows: Combination Stains 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: 2. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left 2. Clean with cool water and allow to dry. on a vehicle’s seat fabric. They should be removed as 3. If a stain remains, clean it with solvent-type cleaner. soon as possible.Be careful, because the cleaner will dissolve them andmay cause themto spread. Cleaning Vinyl Non-C :--y Stains Use warm water and a clean cloth. Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg,fruit, fruit Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt.You juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit,urine and blood can may have to doit more than once. be removed as follows: 0 Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the if you don’t get them off quickly.Use a clean soiled area with cool water. cloth and avinyueather cleaner. See your dealer for this product. 2. If a stain remains, followthe foam-type instructions described earlier.

6-46 -leaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Glass use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Glass should be cleaned often.GM Glass Cleaner(GM of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield will remove normal tobacco smoke and dustfilms on and even makeit difficult to see through the windshield interior glass. under certain conditions. Don't use abrasive cleaners on glass, because theymay Care of Safety Belts cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on theinside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later.If Keep belts clean and dry. abrasive cleanersare used on theinside of the rear

I window, an electric defogger elementmay be damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached across the \ -CAUTION: defogger grid. Do not bleach or dye safety belts.If you do, it may severely weaken them.In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

6-47 Cleaning the Outsideof the Weatherstrips Windshield and Wiper Blades Silicone grease on weatherstripswill make them last If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield longer, seal better, and not stickor squeak. Apply washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six wax, sap or other material may be on the blade months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent or windshield. application may be required. (See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” inthe Index.) Clean the outsideof the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, BonAmi@ Powder (non-scratching Cleaning the Outside of Your Chevrolet glass cleaning powder),GM Part No. 1050011. The The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth windshield is clean if beads do notform when you rinse of color, gloss retention and durability. it with water. Grime from the windshield will stickto the wiper blades Washing Your Vehicle and affect their performance. Clean the bladeby wiping The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finishis to vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength keep it clean by washingit often with lukewarmor windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade cold water. with water. Don’t wash your vehiclein the direct raysof the sun. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use replace blades that look worn. liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acidor abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to ondry the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towelto avoid surface scratches and water spotting.

6-48 High pressure car washes may cause water toenter your vehicle. NOTICE: Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on Use lukewarm or cold water, asoft cloth and a liquid a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the hand, dish or vehicle washing (mild detergent)soap to finish or leave swirl marks. clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other Finish Care salts, ice melting agents, roadoil and tar, treesap, bird Occasional waxing or mild polishingof your Chevrolet droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc.,can by hand may be necessary to remove residuefkom the damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.If products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked Materials” inthe Index.) safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Your Chevrolet has a“basecoatklearcoat” paint finish. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss the to colored and chemicalfallout that can take their toll over a period basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are of years. You can help to keepthe paint finish looking non-abrasive and madefor a basecoatklearcoat new by keeping your Chevrolet garaged or covered paint finish. whenever possible.

6-49 Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped) Tires Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel.A wax may then be applied. NOTICE: The surfaceof these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, When applying a tire dressing always takecare to chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted abrasive cleaning brusheson them because you could surfaces on the bodyor wheels of the vehicle. damage the surface. Petroleum-based products may damage the Don’t take your vehicle through an automaticcar wash paint finish. that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can also damage the surfaceof these wheels. 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 repairedor replaced to restore corrosion protection.

6-50 Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditions cancreate a should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants canfall upon and quickly and maydevelop into a major repair expense. attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etchedinto materials available from your dealeror other service the paint surface. outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop. Although no defect in the paintjob causes this, Chevrolet will repair, at no charge to the owner, the t .erbody Maintenance surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20000 km) can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, of purchase, whichever occursfirst. accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as he1 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 where 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.

6-51 Appearance Care Materials Chart

6-52 Vehicle -dentification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label

L You’ll find this label on your spare tire cover. It’s very helpful if youever need to order parts. On this labelis: your VIN, e the model designation, ENGINE A97f \ ASSEMBLY paintinformation and CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT a list of all production options and special equipment. This is the legal identifierfor your Chevrolet.It appears on a plate in the front comer of the instrument panel, on Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. 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 ServiceParts labels andthe certificates of title and registration.

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Engine Iden ~ ~ -..-on The 8th characterm your VIN is the enginecode. This code willhelp you identify your engine, specifications and replacementparts.

6-53 Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Add-on Electrical Equipment The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, onefor each headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your NOTICE: headlamp wiring checked right away. dshield Wipers Don’t add anything electrical to your Chevrolet unless you check with your dealer first.Some lne windshield wiper motor is protected byan internal circuit breaker and a fuse.If the motor overheats due to electrical equipment can damage your vehicle heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment problem and not snow,etc., be sure to get it fixed. can keep other components from working as they should. Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in thefuse block protect the power Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to windows and other power accessories. Whenthe current add anything electrical to your Chevrolet,see “Servicing load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet” in the Index. protecting the circuit until the problemis fixed or goes away.

6-54 Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel FuseBlock The wiring circuits in your vehicleare protected The instrument panelfuse from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit blocks are located at each breakers and fusible thermal linksin the wiring itself. end of the instrument panel. This greatly reduces the chanceof fires caused by To access thefuses, open electrical problems. the fuse panel door by Look at the silver-colored bandinside the fuse. If the pulling out. band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sureyou To replace the door, insert replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size the hooks at the front end and rating. first, then push the doorin If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t havea to the instrument panel to spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same I secure it. amperage. Just pick a feature of your vehicle that you can get along without-- like the radioor cigarette lighter -- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as youcan. Also, there are spare fuses in the left side instrument panel door. There are three fuse blocks in your vehicle: two instrument panelfuse blocks and the engine compartment fuse block.

6-55 Instrument Panel FuseBlock - Left Usage In the left instrument panelfuse block, there are spare Power Mirrors fuses and afuse puller. Air Bag Body Function Control Module IA Powertrain Control Module MICRO UB Door Locks Body Function Control Module, Cluster STOP LPS Stoplamps HAZARD LPS Hazard Lamps IPCMYAC BATT Cluster, Climate Control MICRO RELAY Remote Trunk Release uno STOP HAZARDSTOP IPCMVAC TRUNK REL CIRCUIT BRKR Power Seats PWR SEATS Usage MICRO RELAY Door Locks Radio DR UNLOCK Wipers MICRO RELAY Door Locks DR LOCK Trunk Release and Remote Lock Control MICRO RELAY Not Used DRIVERS DR Turn Signals UNLOCK

6-56 Instrument Panel FuseBlock - Right Usage Cruise Control Fog Lamps

SPARE FUSES Interior Lamps, Body Function Control Module A. INST LPS 6.CRUISE SW C. HVAC BLOWER Radio D. CRUISE E. FOG LPS F. INT LPS CIRCUIT G. RDO BATT Sunroof H. SUNROOF 60 R WNDWS CO CIRCUITBRKR Power Windows MICRO PWR WINDOWS

FO MICRO RELAY Fog Lamps GOHn / FOG LPS

Fuse Usage A) Instrument Panel Lights, Dimmer Cruise Control Climate Control System

6-57 Engine Compartment FuseBlock

Fuse Usage The engine compartmentfuse block is located on the Maxi-Fuses driver’s side of the engine compartment,near the air cleaner. 1) Ignition Switch 2) Left-Hand Electrical Center-Power Seats, Power Mirrors, Door Locks,Trunk Release and Remote Lock Control

6-58 3) Left-Hand Electrical Center-Stoplamps, Hazard Lamps, Air Conditioning Compressor Body Function Control Module, Cluster, Climate Control System Not Used 4) Right-hand Electrical Center-Fog Fuel Pump Lamps, Radio, Body Function Automatic Light Control Control Module, Interior Lamps Automatic Light Control Ignition Switch Horn Not Used Daytime Running Lamps Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fans Spare Fuses Rear Defog Rear Defog Accessory Power Outlets, Not Used Cigar Lighter Anti-Lock Brakes 35) Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan 36) Anti-Lock Brakes HVAC Blower (Climate Control) 37) Air Conditioning Compressor, Cooling Fans Body Function Control Module Cooling Fans 38) Automatic Transaxle

6-59 Mini-Fuses Mini-Fuses 39) Powertrain Control 47) Canister Purge Valve, Powertrain Module, Ignition Control Module, Exhaust Gas Anti-Lock Brakes Recirculation, Heated02 Sensor Ignition System Fuel Pump, Injectors Back-up Lamps, Brake-Transaxle Generator Shift Interlock Right-Hand Headlamp Horn Left-Hand Headlamp Powertrain Control Module Cooling Fan Parking Lamps WAC Blower (Climate Control) Rear Defog, Daytime Running Fuse Pullerfor Mini-Fuses Lamps, Climate Control System Tach Test Pointfor Diagnostic Testing

6-60 Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Outside Lamps Bulb Lamps Outside Engine Crankcase High-BeamHeadlamp ...... 9005 2.4L Engine ...... 4 quarts (3.8 L) Low-BeamHeadlamp ...... 9006 3 100 Engine ...... 4.5 quarts (4.3 L) Front Park/Turn ...... 3 157 NA Cooling System Back-UpRear Turn ...... 3 156 2.4L Engine ...... 11.3 quarts (10.7 L) High Level Stop ...... 921 3100 Engine ...... 13.6 quarts (12.9 L) TaiVStoplamp ...... 3057 Refrigerant, Air Conditioning .....See refrigerant Inside Lamps Bulb Lamps Inside charge label under the hood. Dome ...... 561 Fuel Tank ...... 15.2 gallons (57.5 L) Tire Pressures, Sizes ...... See Tire-Loading Information label on the rear driver’s side passenger door. Wheel Nut Torque ...... 100 lb-ft (140 N-m) NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level oras recommended in this manual. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.

6-61 2.4L Engine Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement VIN Engine Code ...... T Parts Type ...... L4 Air Cleaner Element Displacement ...... 2.4 Liters 2.4L ...... AC Type A- 1279C Firing Order ...... 1-3-4-2 3 100 ...... AC Type A- 1279C Horsepower ...... 150 Engine Oil Filter Thermostat Temperature ...... 180°F (82°C) 2.4L ...... AC Type PF-44 3100 ...... ACTypePF-47 3100 Engine Specifications Spark Plugs VIN Engine Code ...... M 2.4L ...... AC Qpe 041 -910 (Platinum Plug) Type ...... V6 Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm) Displacement ...... 3.1 Liters 3100 ...... AC Type 04 1-940 (Platinum Plug) Firing Order ...... 1-2-3-4-5-6 Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm) Horsepower ...... 155 Windshield Wiper Blades Passenger’s Side 19 inches (48 cm) Thermostat Temperature ...... 195°F (91 “C) ...... Driver’s Side ...... 22 inches (56 cm) Air Conditioning Refrigerants Dimensions Not all air conditioning refrigerants are thesame. If the air conditioning systemin your vehicle needs Length ...... 190.4 inches (483.7 cm) refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerantis used. Width ...... 69.4 inches (176.3 cm) If you’re not sure, ask your Chevrolet dealer. Height ...... 56.4 inches (143.2 cm) Wheelbase ...... 107 inches (271-9 cm) Front Tread ...... 59 inches (149.9 cm) Rear Tread ...... 59.3 inches (1 50.5 cm) 6-62 0 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule

This section covers the maintenance requiredfor your Chevrolet.Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emissioncontrol performance.

7-2 Introduction to Your Maintenance Schedule 7-37 Owner Checksat Each Fuel Fill-up 7-2 Your Vehicle andthe Environment 7-37 What to Checkat Least Once a Month 7-3 How this Section is Organized 7-38 What to Check at Least TwiceYear a 7-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule 7-38 What to Check at Least OnceYear a 7-4 Selecting the Right Schedulefor Your Vehicle 7-41 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7-5 Short Trip/City Definition 7-42 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7-5 Short TripKity Intervals 7-43 Tips for Keeping Trackof Maintenance 7-6 Long TripMghway Definition 7-43 A Place to Record Maintenance Procedures 7-6 Long TripMghway Intervals Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL Your Vehicle and the Environment AT THE PROPER Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED vehicle in good working condition, butalso helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures I are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the qualityof the airwe breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level 1 of emissions from your vehicle.To help protect our Protection environment, and to keep your vehiclein good Plan condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.

Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties.See your Warranty andOwner Assistance booklet,or your Chevrolet dealer for details.

7-2 How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services”tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains The remainder of this section is divided intofive parts: what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”shows good condition. what to havedone and how often. Some of these “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections’’explains services can be complex,so unless you are technically important inspections that your Chevrolet dealer’s qualified and havethe necessary equipment, you should service department or another qualified service center let your dealer’s service department or another qualified should perform. service centerdo these jobs. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”lists some productsGM recommends to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products,or their equivalents, should be used whether you the do work yourself or have itdone. Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can “Part E: Maintenance Record” provides a place for be seriously injured.Do your own maintenance you to recordthe maintenance performed on your work only if you have the required know-how vehicle. Whenever any maintenance is performed, be sure to write it down in this part.This will help you and the propertools and equipment for thejob. determine when your next maintenance should bedone. If you have any doubt, have a qualified In addition,it is a good idea to keep your maintenance technician do the work. receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehiclefor warranty repairs. If you are skilled enough todo some work on your vehicle, you will probably wantto get the service information GM publishes. See “Service and Owner Publications’’ in the Index.

7-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance The proper fluids and lubricantsto use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these.All Services parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done Using Your Maintenance Schedule before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. We at General Motors want to help you keep your These schedules are for vehicles that: vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know carry passengers and cargo within recommended exactly how you’ll drive it.You may drive very short limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive Tire-Loading Information label. See “LoadingYour long distances all the timein very hot, dusty weather. Vehicle” in the Index. You may use yourvehicle in making deliveries. Or 0 are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many driving limits. other ways. use the recommended fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index. Because of all the different ways people use theirGM vehicles, maintenance needs vary.You may even need Selecting theRight Schedule more frequent checks and replacements than you’ll find in the schedules in this section.So please read this First you’ll need to decide whichof the two schedulesis section and note howyou drive. If you have any right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which questions on how to keep your vehiclein good schedule to follow: condition, see your Chevrolet dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them.If you go to your dealerfor your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GMparts.

7-4 Maintenance Schedule

I Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals

Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Scheduleif any Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter one of these conditionsis true for your vehicle: Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Most trips are less than5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation. This is particularly important when outside Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter temperatures are below freezing. Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions. 0 Most trips include extensive idling (such asfrequent Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter driving in stop-and-go traffic). Replacement. Fuel Tank,Cap and Lines Inspection. Most trips are through dusty areas. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle 0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on topof Service (severe conditions only). your vehicle. (With some models,you should never Every 60,000 Miles (100 000km): Engine Accessory tow a trailer.See “Towing a Trailer” inthe Index.) Drive Belt Inspection. 0 If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire or other commercial application. Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions Service (or every 60 months, whichever occursfirst). is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down soonep: These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages.

7-5 Maintenance Schedule

Long Trip/Hig;hway Definition I Low Trip/Hiehwav Intervals I Follow this maintenance scheduleonly if none of the Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter conditions from the ShortTripKity Maintenance Change (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). Schedule is true.Do not use this scheduleif the vehicle Tire Rotation. is used for trailer towing, drivenin a dusty area or used Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter off paved roads. Use theShort TripKity schedule for Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. these conditions. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Driving a vehicle with a filly warmed engine under Service (severe conditions only). highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slowei: Every 60,000 Miles (100000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 150,000 Miles (240000 km): Cooling System Service (or every60 months, whichever occurs first). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to followthe complete maintenance schedule on the following pages.

1-0 IShort TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) The services shown inthis schedule up to 100,000 miles 0Change engineoil and filter (or every (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles 3 months, whichever occurs first). (166 000 km) at the same intervals.The services shown An Emission Control Service. at 150,000 miles(240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after150,000 miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. 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 priorto the completion of the vehicle’s usefullife. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I + A good time to check your brakesis during tire rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic Maintenance Inspection” in PartC of this schedule.

7-7 I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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7-8 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. [7 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation in dusty conditions. Replacefilter if pattern and additional information. necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote +.) (See footnote?.)

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY

7-9 I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedu 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 17 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BY: I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). .An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-11 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engineoil and filter (or every Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks. Inspectfuel cap gasket for any damage. Replaceparts as needed. An Emission Control Sewice. (See footnote? .) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: a 4- 3 I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE SERVICEDACTUAL MILEAGE BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

I I I I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation in dusty conditions. Replace filterif pattern and additional information. necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote+.) (See footnote-f-.)

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

I 7-14 I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter 3 months, whichever occursfirst). if the vehicleis mainly driven under oneor An Emission Control Service. more of these conditions: 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and - In heavy city traffic where the outside Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation temperature regularly reaches90 OF pattern and additional information. (32°C) or higher. (See footnote +.) - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. lf you do not use your vehicle under anyof these conditions, the fluid and filter donot require changing.

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

I I I 7-15 I ,Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-16 I , I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasketfor any damage. Replace parts as needed.An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) (Continued)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedu

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation 3 months, whichever occursfirst). pattern and additional information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote +.)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-18 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE SERVICEDACTUAL MILEAGE BY

I I 7-19 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See“Tire Inspection and 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation in dusty conditions. Replacefilter if pattern and additional information. necessary. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote +.) (See footnote?.)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I

7-20 1 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

I I I 1 DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE SERVICEDACTUAL MILEAGE BY: __ I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE SERVICEDACTUAL MILEAGE BY:

7-22 I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 3 months, whichever occursfirst). Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation An Emission Control Service. pattern and additional information. 0Replace air cleaner filter. (See footnote +.) An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-24 I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every I7 Inspect spark plug wires (except 2.4L Code 3 months, whichever occursfirst). T engine). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transaxle fluid andfilter if the vehicle is mainly driven under oneor more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 OF (32°C) orhigher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. (Continued)

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a I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) - When doing frequent trailer towing. 0Drain, flush andrefill cooling system - Uses such as found in taxi, police or (or every60 months since last service, delivery service. whichever occursfirst). See “Engine Coolant” in the Indexfor what to use. lfyou do not use your vehicle under any of Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, these conditions, the fluid and filter do not pressure cap and neck. Pressure test require changing. cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

DATE h I’UALMILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) The services shownin this schedule up to 100,000 miles 0Change engineoil and filter (or every (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles 12 months, whichever occursfirst). (166 000 km) at the same intervals.The services shown An Emission Control Service. at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240000 km). I7 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation Maintenance Inspections” following. pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency orthe California Air Resources Board has determined thethat failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior tothe 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. I DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: + A good timeto check your brakes is during tire rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic Maintenance Inspections”in Part C of this schedule.

7-27 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (See footnote +.)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-28 Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (See footnote +.) El Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasketfor any damage. Replace partsas needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:

7-29 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change automatic transaxle fluid andfilter 12 months, whichever occursfirst). if the vehicleis mainly driven underone or An Emission Control Service. more of these conditions: 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and - In heavy city traffic where the outside Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation temperature regularly reaches90 OF pattern and additional information. (32 O C) or higher. (See footnote +.) - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle underany of these conditions, thefluid and$lter do not require changing.

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7-30 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information. pattern and additionalinfomation. (See footnote +.) (See footnote +.) 0Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. (Continued)

7-31 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule

60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any 12 months, whichever occurs first). damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

I I I DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) (See footnote +.)

DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATEACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and 12 months, whichever occurs first). Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation An Emission Control Service. pattern and additional information. 0Replace air cleaner filter. (See footnote +.) An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank,cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.)

7-34 I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I 97,500 Miles (142 500 km) 100,000 Miles (144 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect spark plugwires (except 2.4L Code 12 months, whichever occursfirst). T engine). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and An Emission Control Service. Rotation’’ in the Indexfor proper rotation 0Change automatic transaxle fluid andfilter pattern and additional information. if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or (See footnote +.) more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90 OF (32 O C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. (Continued)

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY.

7-35 1 Lone TridHighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 MilesI (166 000 km) (Continued) 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) - When doing frequent trailer towing. ~ 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system

- Uses such as found in taxi, police or ~ (orevery 60 monthssince last service,

delivery service. ~ whicheveroccurs first). See“Engine Coolant’’ in the Indexfor what to use. lfyou donot use your vehicle under any of Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, these conditions, the fluid and filter donot pressure cap and neck. Pressure test require changing. the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service.

DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDDATE BY: Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check Listed below are owner checks and services which Check the engine coolant level and add the proper should be performed atthe intervals specified tohelp coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” inthe ensure the safety, dependability and emission control Index for further details. performance of your vehicle. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Check the windshield washer fluid levelin the Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your windshield washer tank and addthe proper fluidif vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones,as shown in D. necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index Part for further details. At Each Fuel Fill At Least Once a Month It is important for you or a service stationattendant to pe@orm these underhood checks at each fuelfill. Tire Inflation Check Engine Oil Level Check Make sure tires are inflated tothe correct pressures. See “Tires” in the Index for further details. Check theengine oil level and add the properoil if necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for Cassette Deck Service further details. Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the Index for further details.

7-37 At Least Twicea Year At Least Oncea Year Restraint System Check Key Lock Cylinders Service Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your Lubricate the key lock cylinders withthe lubricant belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are specified in PartD. working properly. Lookfor any other looseor damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might Body Lubrication Service keep a safety belt systemfrom doing itsjob, have it Lubricate all bodydoor hinges and latches, including repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. those for the hood and trunk lid. PartD tells you what to Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, use. More frequent lubrication may be required when and have them repairedor replaced. (The air bag system exposed to a corrosive environment. does not need regular maintenance.) Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper bladesfor wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damagedor that streak or miss areasof the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades, Cleaning” in the Index.

7-3s Starter Switch Check Brake-Transaxle Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check I A\CAUTION: CAUTION: -- IIA I When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.If it does, you or others could be move suddenly.If it does,you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Indexif necessary) andthe 2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” regular brake. in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake ready to turn off the engine immediatelyif it starts. immediately if the vehicle beginsto move. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter 3. With the engine off, turn the key to the ON position, should work only inPARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If but don’tstart the engine. Without applying the the starter works in any other position, your vehicle regular brake,try to move theshift lever out of needs service. PARK (P) with normal effort.If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

7-39 Ignition TransaxleLock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing While parked, and withthe parking brake set, try to turn downhill. Keeping your foot onthe regular brake, setthe the ignition key toOFF in each shift lever position. parking brake. The key should turn toOFF only when the shift lever To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transaxlein NEUTRAL (N), is in PARK (P). slowly remove foot pressurefrom the regular brake On all vehicles, the key should come out only OFF. in pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. Parking Brake and AutomaticTransaxle PARK (P) To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: With the engine running, shift toPARK (P). Then release all brakes. Underbody FlushingService At least every spring, use plain water to flush any When you are doing thischeck, your vehicle corrosive materials from the underbody. Takecare to could begin to move. You or others couldbe clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris injured and propertycould be damaged. Make can collect. sure thereis room in frontof your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake atonce should the vehicle begin to move.

7-40 Part C: Periodic Maintenance connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into Inspections the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service Inspect the hoses and have them replacedif they are department or other qualified service center do these jobs. cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. fittings and clamps; replaceas needed. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner Throttle Linkage Inspection Publications” in the Index. Inspect the throttle linkagefor interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace partsas Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or Boot and Seal Inspection excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Inspect the front and rear suspension andsteenng system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of Brake System Inspection wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hosesfor proper hook-up, binding, leaks, Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and cracks, chafing,etc. Clean and then inspectthe drive hoses for proper hook-up, binding,leaks, cracks, axle boot sealsfor damage, tears or leakage. Replace chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake padsfor wear and rotors seals if necessary. for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including Exhaust System Inspection drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake,etc. The Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near parking brake is self-adjusting and no manual adjustment is required. You may need to have your the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or brakes inspected more oftenif your driving habits or out-of-position parts as well open seams, holes, loose as conditions result in frequent braking. 7-41 Part D: Recommended Fluids and USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Lubricants Power Steering GM Power Steering Fluid (GM NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, System Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, part number or specification may be obtained from your 1050017 - 1 quart, or equivalent). GM dealer. ~ ~~~~~ AutomaticDEXRON@-I11 Automatic Transaxle Transmission Fluid.TransmissionTransaxle I USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT 1 Key Lock Multi-Puose lubricant, Engine oil with the American I Engine Oil Cylinders Superlube (GM Part Petroleum Institute Certified For % No. 12346241 or equivalent). Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.To Windshield GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent (GM determine the preferred viscosity Washer Solvent Part No. 1051515) or equivalent. for your vehicle’s engine, see Hood Latch Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM “Engine Oil” in the Index. Assembly, Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) I Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean water Pivots, Spring or lubricant meeting requirements (preferably distilled) and use only Anchor and of NLGI # 2, Category LBor

GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOLTM Release Pawl GC-LB. or Havoline@ DEX-COOLTM Hoodand Door Multi-pu ose lubricant, coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in HingesSuperlube % (GMPart No. the Index. 1234624 1 or equivalent). Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme ll@Brake Fluid Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM System (GM Part No. 12377967 or ConditioningPart No. 12345579or equivalent). equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). I I See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended replacement filters and spark plugs. 7-42 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, recordthe Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” canbe added on date, odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages. Also, you should retainall in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio Any additional informationfrom “Owner Checks and is a convenient placeto store them.

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7-44 0Section 8 Custc-: 3r A %st;~ ~ - Info]-I-xtion

Here you will find out how to contact Chevroletif you need assistance.This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and howto report any safetydefects.

8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8- 10 Warranty Information 8-4 Customer Assistancefor Text Telephone 8- 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United (TTY) Users States Government 8-5 ChevroletIGeo Roadside Assistance Program 8-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the 8-7 Canadian Roadside Assistance Canadian Government 8-8 Courtesy Transportation 8-11 Reporting Safety Defectsto General Motors 8-9 GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute 8-11 Ordering Service and Owner Publications Resolution Program in Canada Customer Satisfaction Procedure Chevrolet dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved toyour complete satisfaction, take the following steps: 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 been reviewed with the Sales, Service Parts or Manager, contactthe owner of the dealershipor the General Manager.

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8-2 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 dealership management, it appears your concern 0 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135 cannot be resolved by the dealership without further (English) or 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish) help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222- 1020. In Canada, 0 In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 contact GM of Canada Customer Communication 0 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). 0 In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763- 1315 For help outsideof the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate: 0 In other overseas locations, call GM International Product Center in Canada at: (905)644-41 12. In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) For prompt assistance, please have the following Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance information available to give the Customer Information booklet for addresses of Assistance Representative: GM Overseas offices. Your name, address, home and business When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that telephone numbers your concern will likely be resolvedin the dealership, Vehicle Identification Number (Thisis available using the dealer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at That is why we suggest you follow Step Onefirst if the top leftof the instrument panel and visible you have a concern. through the windshield.) Customer Assistancefor Text Dealership name and location Telephone (TTY) Users Vehicle delivery date and present mileage To assist customers who are deaf, hardof hearing, or 0 Nature of concern speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer prompt attention. However,if you wish to write Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet, address your inquiry to: Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047 In Canada, write to: General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 ColonelSam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LlH 8P7 ChevroletlGeo Roadside Roadside Assistance is available24 hours a day, 365 days a year,by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA Assistance Program (1-800-243-8872). This toll-free number will provide you over-the-phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems. If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone, our advisors have access to a nationwide networkof dealer recommended service providers. Roadside membership isfree, however some services may incur costs. Roadside offers two levelsof service to the customer, Basic Care and Courtesy'" Care: Toll-free number, 1 -800-CHEV-USA Free towing for warranty repairs Basic over-the-phone technical advice Available dealer services at reasonable costs (ie., wrecker services, locksmithkey service, glass repair, etc.)

To enhance Chevrolet's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevroletis excited to announce the establishment of the ChevroletIGeo Roadside Assistance Center. As the ownerof a 1997 ChevroletIGeo, membership in Roadside Assistanceis free.

8-5 ROADSIDE Courtesy" Care PROVIDES: ChevroletIGeo offers Courtesy Transportationfor customers needing warranty service. Courtesy 0 Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined above) Transportation will be offered in conjunction with Plus: the coverage providedby the Bumper to Bumper FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers from a legal roadway) of 1997 ChevroletIGeo passenger car and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealerfor details.) 0 FREE LocksmitldKey Service (when keys are lost on the road or locked inside) Note: Courtesy Care is available to Retail and Retail Lease FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road) Customers operating 1997 and newer Chevrolet/Geo vehicles for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles(60 0o0 km), 0 FREE Jump Start (at home or onthe road) whichever occurs first. All Courtesy Care services must 0 FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on be pre-arranged by Chevrolet Roadsideor dealer the road) Service Management. Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not partof or included in the coverage providedby the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinueBasic Care and Courtesy Care at any time. For complete program details,see your Chevrolet/Geo Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. inside your owner information portfoliofor full The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that program details. will provide you with quality and priority service. When Canadian Roadside Assi ‘an-? roadside services are required, our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurredfor Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive utilizing outside services. Roadside Assistance program accessiblefrom anywhere in Canada or the UnitedStates. Please refer tothe For prompt assistance when calling, please havethe separate brochure provided by the dealercall or following available togive to the advisor: 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

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0 Vehiclecolor Vehiclelocation Telephone number where you can be reached Vehiclemileage Description of problem

8-7 Courtesy Transportation 0 Chevrolet/Geo Courtesy Transportation is not part of the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportationfor Warranty. Chevrolet/Geo reserves the right to make customers needing warranty service. Courtesy any changes or discontinue Courtesy Transportation Transportation will be offeredin conjunction with the at any time without notification. coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of For additional program details, contact your 1997 Chevrolet/Geo passenger cars and light duty Chevrolet/Geo dealer. trucks (please see your selling dealerfor details). Some state insurance regulations makeit impractical to Courtesy Transportation includes: rent vehicles to people under 21 yearsof age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Chevrolet 0 One way shuttle ride for any warranty repair will reimburse up to $30/dayfor documented completed during the same day. transportation you receive. 0 Up to $30 maximum daily vehicle rental allowance For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle for any overnight warranty repair up to five days,OR Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, 0 Up to $30 maximum daily cab, bus or other interim transportation may be available under the transportation allowance in lieuof rental for any Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your overnight warranty repair up fiveto days, OR dealer for details.The Roadside Assistance program is 0 Up to $10 daily fuel allowance for rides provided by available only inthe United States and Canada. another person (i.e., friend, neighbor, etc.)in lieu of In Canada, please consult yourGM dealer for rental for any overnight warranty repair upto five days. information on Courtesy Transportation. Note: All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevrolet/Geo dealer service management. Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs.

8-8 GM Participation in an Alternative BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to Dispute Resolution Program settle automotive disputes.This program is available This program is availablein all 50 states and the free of charge to customers who currently ownor lease a District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your GM vehicle. Warranty and Owner Assistance Information bookletfor If you are not satisfied after followingthe Customer information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Satisfaction Procedure, you may contactthe BBB using Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reservesthe right to the toll-free telephone number,or write them at the change eligibility limitations and/orto discontinue its following address: participation in this program. BBB AUTO LINE Both Chevrolet and your Chevrolet dealer are committed Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. to making sure you are completely satisfied with yournew 4200 Wilson Boulevard vehicle. Our experience has shown that,if a situation Suite 800 arises where you feel your concern has not been Arlington, VA 22203- 1804 adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. Telephone: 1- 800-955-5 100 There may be instances where an impartial third party To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name can assistin arriving at a solution toa disagreement and address, your Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) regarding vehicle repairsor interpretation of the New and a statementof the natureof your complaint. Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these Eligibility is limitedby vehicle age and mileage, and disagreements, Chevrolet voluntarily participates in other factors. BBB AUTO LINE. We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Procedure before you resortto AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt TO THE UNITED STATES to resolvethe complaint servingas an intermediary. If GOVERNMENT this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could be scheduled whereeligible customers may present their cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. immediately inform the National Highway Traffic The arbitrator will make a decision which you may Safety Administration (NHTSA),in addition to accept or reject. If you acceptthe decision, GM will be notifying General Motors. bound by that decision.The entire dispute resolution If NHTSA receives similar complaints,it may open an procedure should ordinarily take about40 days from the investigation, and ifit finds that a safety defect existsin time you file a claim untila decision is made. a groupof vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy Some state laws may requireyou to use this program campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program in individual problems between you, your dealeror or in the courts. For further information, contact the General Motors. BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Chevrolet Customer To contact NHTSA, you may eithercall the Auto Safety Assistance Center at 1-800-222- 1020. Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Warranty Information Washington, D.C. area) or write to: Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation that contains detailed warranty information. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO In Canada, pleasecall us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motorsof Canada Limited If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle Customer Communication Centre has a safety defect, you should immediately notify 1908 ColonelSam Drive Transport Canada,in addition to notifying General Oshawa, OntarioLlH 8P7 Motors of Canada Limited.You may write to: Ordering Service and Owner Transport Canada Box 8880 Public..I _Insin Canada Ottawa, OntarioKlG 352 Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literatureare available for purchase for all REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS current and past model General Motors vehicles. TO GENERAL MOTORS The toll-free telephone numberfor ordering information In addition to notifying NHTSA(or Transport Canada) in Canada is1-800-668-5539. 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, Michigan 48007-7047

8-11 1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATIC

The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased byOL filling the Service Publication Order Formin this book and mailing itin with your check, moneyorder, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)

CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE MANUALS OWNER’S INFORMATION Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informationOwner publications are written directly for Owners and on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, intended to provide basic operational information abouttht electrical, steering, body, etc. vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance RETAIL SELL PRICE:$90.00 Schedule forall models. TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and UNIT REPAIR MANUAL Warranty Booklet. This manual provides information on unit repair service RETAIL SELL PRICE:$1 5.00 procedures, adjustments and specifications for the Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. 1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00 RETAIL SELL PRICE:$40.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS SERVICE BULLETINS Service Publications are available for current and past Service Bulletins give technical service information neededmodel GM vehicles. To request an order form, please to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. specify year and model nameof the vehicle. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and serviceof your vehicle. - NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the Cheek or Money name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. Order payableto Mail completed order form to: P Helm, Inc. (USA funds HELM, INCORPORATED P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 only - da not send cash.) For purchases outside U.S.A. please write tothe above address for quotation. A 0MasterCard Y c] VISA (CUSTOMER’S NAME) (ATTENTION) M

(STREET ADDRESS-NO P.O. BOX NUMBERS) E N Expiration (C1l-Y) (STATE) (C1l-Y) (ZIP CODE) T Date mot’yr: mc DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO. 0 AREA CODE HE-ORD97 *(Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quotedin U.S. funds. Canadian residents obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.) are to make checks payable inU.S. funds. To cover Canadian postage, add$11.50 plus the U.S. order processing. fi NOTES

8-14 Section 9 Index

Accessory Power Outlet ...... 2-46 Appearancecare ...... 6-44 Adding Equipment to Your Vehicle ...... 6-3 Appearance Care Materials ...... 6-52 Adjuster. Seat ...... 1.2. 1-47 Arbitration Program ...... 8-9 AirBag ...... 1-21 Ashtray ...... 2-44 How Does it Restrain ...... 1-25 Audio Equipment. Adding ...... 2-1 5.2.16.3.22. 6.54 How it Works ...... 1-23 Audio Systems ...... 3-7 Location ...... 1-23 Auto-Down Window ...... 2-28 Readiness Light ...... 1.22.2.54 Automatic Light Control ...... 2-37 Servicing ...... 1-27 Automatic Transaxle What Makes it Inflate ...... 1-25 Fluid ...... 6-18 What Will You See After it Inflates ...... 1-25 Operation ...... 2-18 When Should it Inflate ...... 1-24 Park Mechanism Check ...... 7-40 Air Bag Readiness Light ...... 1.22.2.54 Shifting ...... 2-19 Air Cleaner ...... 6- 17 AirConditioning ...... 3-2 Air Conditioning Refrigerants ...... 6-62 Backing Up with a Trailer ...... 4-37 Alignment and Balance. Tire ...... 6-42 Battery ...... 6-28 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...... 6-50 Jump Starting ...... 5-3 Antenna. Fixed ...... 3-24 Replacement. Keyless Entry System ...... 2-8 Antifreeze ...... 6- 18 Saver ...... 2-39 Anti-Lock Warnings ...... 5-3 Brake System Warning Light ...... 2.56. 4.7 BBB Auto Line ...... 8-9 Brakes ...... 2.56.4.7 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...... 4-21 Anti.Theft. Radio ...... 3- 19 Better Business Bureau Mediation...... 8-9

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.. Brake Center Console Storage Area ...... 2-42 Adjustment ...... 6-28 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement .... 6-32 Fluid ...... 6-24 Center Rear Passenger Position ...... 1-33 Master Cylinder ...... 6-24 Certification Label ...... 4-31 Parking ...... 2-22 Chains.Safety ...... 4-36 Pedal Travel ...... 6-28 Chains.Tire ...... 6-43 Replacing System Parts 6-28 Changing a Flat Tire 5-20 ...... YY ...... System Warning Light ...... 2.55. 6.25 Charging System Indicator Light...... 2-54 Trailer ...... 4-36 Check Engine Light ...... 2-57 Transaxle Shift Interlock ...... 2.25.7.39 Check Oil Light ...... 2-61 6-12 Transaxle Shift Interlock Check...... 7-39 Checking Your Restraint Systems ...... 1-47 Wear ...... 6-27 Chemical Paint Spotting...... 6-51 Brakes. Anti-Lock ...... 2.56. 4.7 Child Restraints ...... 1-35 Braking ...... 4-6 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position...... 1-38 Braking in Emergencies ...... 4-9 Securing in the Center Rear Seat Position...... 1-40 Break.In. New Vehicle ...... 2- 13 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position ...... 1-42 BTSI ...... 2.25.7.39 TopStrap ...... 1-37 BTSICheck ...... 7-39 Where to Put ...... 1-36 Bulb Replacement ...... 6-29 Circuit Breakers and Fuses ...... 6-55 Back-up Lamp ...... 6-32 Cleaner. Air ...... 6-17 CHMSL ...... 6-32 Cleaning ...... 6-44 Dome Lamp ...... 6-34 Aluminum Wheels ...... 6-50 Headlamps ...... 6-29 Exterior LampsLenses ...... 6-49 Taillamp ...... 6-32 Fabric ...... 6-45 Glass ...... 6-47 Canadian Roadside Assistance ...... 8-7 Inside of Your Chevrolet ...... 6-44 Capacities and Specifications ...... 6-61 Instrumentpanel ...... 6-47 CarbonMonoxide ...... 2.10.2.26.4.27. 4.36 Outside of Your Chevrolet ...... 6-48 Cassette Deck Service ...... 7-37 Special Problems ...... 6-46 Cassette Tape Player ...... 3.9. 3. 18 Stains ...... 6-46 Cassette Tape Player Care...... 3-23 Tires ...... 6-50 CD Adapter Kit ...... 3- 13 Vinyl ...... 6-46 CDPlayer ...... 3-14 Wheels ...... 6-50 CD Player Theft-Deterrent Feature...... 3- 19 Windshield and Wiper Blades ...... 6-48 9-2 Climate Control System ...... 3-2 Defects. Reporting Safety ...... 8-10 Clock. Setting the ...... 3-7 Defensive Driving ...... 4-2 Comfort Controls ...... 3-2 Defogger. Rear Window ...... 3-5 Compact Disc Care ...... 3-24 Defogging ...... 3-4 Compact Disc Player ...... 3-14 Defrosting ...... 3-4 Compact Spare Tire ...... 5-32 Dimenions. Vehicle ...... 6-62 Control of a Vehicle ...... 4-6 3-13DolbyReduction 8 B Noise ...... ConvenienceNet ...... 2-44 Dome Lamp ...... 2-39 Convex Outside Mirror ...... 2-41 Dome Lamp Bulb Replacement ...... 6-34 Coolant ...... 6-18 DoorLocks ...... 2-4 Adding ...... 6-21 Drive. Automatic ...... 2-20 Checking ...... 6-20 Driver Position ...... 1-12 Heater. Engine ...... 2- 17 Driving SurgeTank ...... 5-14 City ...... 4-19 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...... 6-22 Defensive ...... 4-2 Cooling System ...... 5-14 Drunken ...... 4-3 Courtesy Transportation ...... 8-8 Freeway ...... 4-20 Cruise Control ...... 2-33 InaBlizzard ...... 4-26 CruiseLight ...... 2-62 In Foreign Countries ...... 6-5 Cupholder. Center Console ...... 2-43 In the Rain ...... 4-16 Cupholder. Instrument Panel ...... 2-43 Night ...... 4-15 Cupholder. Rear Seat ...... 2-43 OnCurves ...... 4-9 Customer Assistancefor Text Telephone Users ...... 8-4 On Grades While Towing a Trailer ...... 4-37 Customer Assistance Information ...... 8- 1 On Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 4-22 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...... 8-2 On Snow and Ice ...... 4-25 Throughwater ...... 4-18 WetRoads ...... 4-16 Damage. Finish ...... 6-51 Winter ...... 4-24 Damage. Sheet Metal ...... 6-50 With a Trailer ...... 4-37 Daytime Running Lamps ...... 2-37 DrunkenDriving ...... 4-3 DeadBattery ...... 5-3 Electrical Equipment. Adding ..... 2.15.2.16.3.22. 6.64 Finish Damage ...... 6-51 Electrical System ...... 6-54 First Gear. Automatic Transaxle ...... 2-21 Engine ...... 6.10. 6.11 Flashers. Hazard Warning ...... 5-2 Coolant ...... 6-18 Flash-to-Pass ...... 2-30 Coolant Heater ...... 2-17 Flat Tire. Changing ...... 5-20 Coolant Levelcheck ...... 7-37 Fluids and Lubricants ...... 7-42 Coolant Temperature Gage ...... 2-56 FogLmps ...... 2-38 Exhaust ...... 2.10.2.26.4.27. 4.36 Following Distance with a Trailer...... 4-37 FuseBlock ...... 6-58 Foreign Countries. Fuel ...... 6-5 .. Identification ...... 6-53 FrenchLanguageManual ...... 11 Oil Level Check ...... 7-37 FrontTowing ...... 5-10 Overheating ...... 5-12 Fuel ...... 6-3 Running While Parked...... 2-26 Filling Your Tank ...... 6-5 Specifications ...... 6-62 Gage ...... 2-64 Starting Your ...... 2- 14.2. 16 In Foreign Countries ...... 6-5 EngineOil ...... 6-12 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 6-55 Adding ...... 6-13 Additives ...... 6-16 Checking ...... 6-13 Gages Pressure Warning Light ...... 2-60 Engine Coolant Temperature ...... 2-56 Used ...... 6-17 Fuel ...... 2-64 What Kind to Use ...... 6- 15 Tachometer ...... 2-52 Whentochange ...... 6-16 Garment Hook ...... 2-46 Ethanol ...... 6-4 GAWR ...... 4-31 Exterior Lamps ...... 2-36 Gear Positions. Automatic Transaxle...... 2-19 GloveBox ...... 2-42 Gross Axle Weight Rating ...... 4-31 Fabric Cleaning ...... 6-45 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...... 4-31 .. FillingYourTank ...... Frangais en 6-5 Guide ...... 11 Filter. Air ...... 6-17 GVWR ...... 4-31 Finishcare ...... 6-49

9-4 Halogen Bulbs ...... 6-29 Suspension ...... 7-41 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 5-2 Throttle Linkage ...... 7-41 HeadRestraints ...... 1-5 InstrumentPanel ...... 2-48 Headlamps ...... 2-36 Cleaning ...... 6-47 Bulb Replacement ...... 6-29 Cluster ...... 2-50 High& ow Beam Changer ...... 2-30 FuseBlock ...... 6-55 OnReminder ...... 2-36 IntensityControl ...... 2-38 Wiring ...... 6-54 Interior Lamps ...... 2-38 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance ...... 8-4 Heating ...... 3-4 High-Beam Headlamps ...... 2-30 Jack. Tire ...... 5-22 Highway Hypnosis ...... 4-22 Jump Starting ...... 5-3 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 4-22 Hitches. Trailer ...... 4-36 Key Lock Cylinders Service ...... 7-38 Hood Keyless Entry System ...... 2-6 Checking Things Under ...... 6-7 BatteryReplacement ...... 2-8 Release ...... 6-8 Operation ...... 2-7 HOITI ...... 2-28 Synchronization ...... 6-9 Hydroplaning ...... 4- 18 Keys ...... 2-2

Ignition Positions ...... 2- 13 Labels ...... 6-53 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ...... 7-40 Certification ...... 4-31 Illuminated EntryLExit ...... 2-39 Service Parts Identification ...... 6-53 Inflation. Tire ...... 6-36 Tire-Loading Information ...... 4-30 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror ...... 2-40 Vehicle Identification Number ...... 6-53 Inspections ...... 7-41 Lamps ...... 2-36 Brakesystem ...... 7-41 Exterior ...... 2-36 ExhaustSystems ...... 7-41 Fog ...... 2-38 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot ...... 7-41 Interior ...... 2-38 Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Seal ...... 7-41 MirrorReading ...... 2-39 Radiator and Heater Hose ...... 7-41 OnReminder ...... 2-36 Steering ...... 7-41

9-5 Leaving Your Vehicle ...... 2-6 Maintenance. ~ormalReplacement parts ...... 6-62 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ...... 2-24 MaintenanceRecord ...... 7-43 Lighter ...... 2-44 Maintenanceschedule ...... 7-1 Lights Introduction ...... 7-2 Air Bag Readiness ...... 1.22.2.54 Long Tripmighway Definition ...... 7-6 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ...... 2.56. 4.7 Long Tripmighway Intervals ...... 7-6 Brake System Warning ...... 2.55. 6.25 Owner Checks and Services...... 7-37 Charging System Indicator...... 2-54 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 7-41 CheckEngine ...... 2-57 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...... 7-42 CheckOil ...... 2.61.6.12 Scheduled Maintenance Services...... 7-4 Cruise ...... 2-62 Selecting the Right Schedule ...... 7-4 DoorAjar ...... 2-63 Short TripKity Definition ...... 7-5 Interior ...... 2-38 Short TripKity Intervals ...... 7-5 Low Coolant Warning ...... 2.57.6.21 Maintenance. Underbody ...... 6-51 LowWash ...... 2-62 Maintenance When Trailer Towing ...... 4-40 Oil Pressure Warning ...... 2-60 Making Turns with a Trailer ...... 4-38 Passlock@ Warning ...... 2-6 1 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...... 2-57 Safety Belt Reminder ...... 1.8.2.53 ManualFrontSeat ...... 1-2 Service Vehicle Soon ...... 2-63 Manual Remote Control Mirror ...... 2-40 Loading Your Vehicle ...... 4-30 Methanol ...... 6-4 Lock Out Switch ...... 2-28 Mirror Reading Lamps ...... 2-39 Locks ...... 2-4 Mirrors ...... 2-40 Cylinders ...... 7-38 Convex Outside ...... 2-41 Door ...... 2-4 Inside Daymight Rearview ...... 2-40 Key Lock Cylinder Service ...... 7-38 Manual Remote Control ...... 2-40 PowerDoor ...... 2-5 Outside ...... 2-40 Rear Door Security...... 2-5 Power Remote Control ...... 2-41 Low Coolant Warning Light ...... 2.57. 6.21 Visorvanity ...... 2-45 Lubricants and Fluids ...... 7-42 Mountain Roads ...... 4-22 Lubrication Service. Body ...... 7-38 Multifunction Lever ...... 2-29

9-6 Net. Convenience ...... 2-44 Passlock” ...... 2-12 Neutral. Automatic Transaxle ...... 2-20 Passlock” Warning Light ...... 2-61 New Vehicle “Break-In” ...... 2- 13 Periodic Maintenance Inspections ...... 7-41 Night Vision ...... 4-15 Power Accessory Outlet ...... 2-46 DoorLocks ...... 2-5 Odometer ...... 2-51 OptionFuses ...... 6-54 Odometer. Trip ...... 2-51 Remote Control Mirror ...... 2-41 Off-Road Recovery ...... 4- 11 Seat ...... 1-3 Oil. Engine ...... 6-12 Steering ...... 4-9 Oil Pressure Warning Light ...... 2-60 Steering Fluid ...... 6-22 Outside Mirror ...... 2-40 Windows ...... 2-27 Overheating Engine ...... 5-12 Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts ...... 1-20 Owner Checks and Services...... 7-37 Problems on the Road ...... 5-2 Owner Publications. Ordering ...... 8- 12 Publications. Service and Owner ...... 8-12

Paint Spotting. Chemical ...... 6-51 Radiator ...... 5-14 Park Radio Reception ...... 3-22 Automatic Transaxle ...... 2- 19 Radios ...... 3-7 Shifting Into ...... 2-23 Rain, Driving In ...... 4-16 Shifting Out of ...... 2-25 Rear Parking Door Security Locks ...... 2-5 AtNight ...... 2-12 Outside Seat Position ...... 1-27 Brake ...... 2-22 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...... 1-30 Brake Mechanism Check ...... 7-40 Seatpassengers ...... 1-27 Lots ...... 2-12 Towing ...... 5-11 Over Things That Burn ...... 2-25 Window Defogger ...... 3-5 WithaTrailer ...... 4-39 Rearview Mirror ...... 2-40 Passenger Position ...... 1-2 1 Inside Daymight ...... 2-40 Passing ...... 4-12 Reclining Front Seatbacks ...... 1-4 Passing with a Trailer...... 4-37 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...... 4-28

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... Refrigerants. Air Conditioning ...... 6-62 Driver Position ...... 1-12 Remote Extender ...... 1-47 Cassette Tape Player ...... 3- 18 How to Wear Properly ...... 1-12 Trunk Release...... 2- 10 IncorrectUsage ...... 1-16. 1-45. 1-46 Trunk Release Lockout ...... 2- 10 LapBelt ...... 1-33 Replacement Lap-Shoulder ...... 1. 12. 1-27 Bulbs ...... 6-61 Larger Children ...... 1-44 Parts ...... 6-62 Passenger Position ...... 1-21 Wheel ...... 6-42 Questions and Answers ...... 1-11 Replacing Safety Belts ...... 1-47 Rear Comfort Guides ...... 1-30 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 8- 10 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions...... 1-27 Restraints Rear Seat Passengers ...... 1-27 Checking ...... 1-47 Reminder Light ...... 1-8. 2-53 Child ...... 1-35 Replacing After a Crash ...... 1-47 Head ...... 1-5 Right Front Passenger Position ...... 1-21 Replacing Parts After a Crash ...... 1-47 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...... 1-15 Systemcheck ...... 7-38 Smaller Children and Babies ...... 1-34 Reverse. Automatic Transaxle ...... 2- 19 Use During Pregnancy ...... 1-20 Right Front Passenger Position ...... 1-21 WhyTheyWork ...... 1-8 Roadside Assistance ...... 8-5 Safety Chains ...... 4-36 Roadside Assistance. Canadian ...... 8-7 Safety Defects. Reporting ...... 8-10 Rocking Your Vehicle ...... 5-33 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...... vii Rotation. Tires ...... 6-37 Scheduled Maintenance Services ...... 7-4 Seat Adjuster ...... 1-2.1-47 Seatback. Reclining Front ...... 1-4 safety Belt Extender ...... 1-47 Seats Safety Belt Reminder Light ...... 1.8. 2.53 ManualFront ...... 1-2 SafetyBelts ...... 1-7 Power ...... 1-3 Adults ...... 1-12 Rear ...... 1-5 Care ...... 6-47 Restraint Systems ...... 1-2 Center Rear Passenger Position ...... 1-33 SeatControls ...... 1-2 Children ...... 1-34 Securing a Child Restraint ...... 1-38

9-8 Second Gear. Automatic Transaxle ...... 2-21 Steering ...... 4-9 Service ...... 6-2 In Emergencies ...... 4-10 Bulletins. Ordering ...... 8- 12 Power ...... 4-9 Manuals. Ordering ...... 8- 12 Tips ...... 4-9 Parts Identification Label ...... 6-53 Wheel, Tilt ...... 2-28 Publications. Ordering ...... 8- 12 Storage Compartments ...... 2-42 Work. Doing Your Own ...... 6-2 Storage, Vehicle ...... 6-29 Service and Appearance Care ...... 6-2 Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...... 5-33 Service and Owner Publications ...... 8-12 SunVisors ...... 2-45 Ordering in Canada ...... 8- 12 Sunroof ...... 2-47 Service Publications ...... 8- 12 Supplemental Restraint System ...... 1-21 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Chevrolet ...... 1-27 Surge Tank Sheet Metal Damage ...... 6-50 Coolant ...... 5-14 ShiftLever ...... 2-23 How to Add Coolant ...... 5-16 Shifting Pressure Cap ...... 6-22 Automatic Transaxle ...... 2- 19 Symbols, Vehicle ...... viii Into Park (P) ...... 2-23 Synchronization ...... 2-9 Out of Park ...... 2-25 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...... 1 - 15 SignalingTurns ...... 2-29 Tachometer ...... 2-52 Skidding ...... 4- 13 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ...... 6-32 Sound Equipment. Adding ...... 2- 15.2-16.3-22. 6-54 Tape Player Care ...... 3-23 Spare Tire. Compact ...... 5-32 Theft ...... 2-11 Specifications and Capacities...... 6-61 Theft-Deterrent Feature. CD Player ...... 3-19 Specifications. Engine ...... 6-62 THEFTLOCK TM ...... 3-19 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance ...... 8-4 Thermostat ...... 6-22 Speedometer ...... 2-51 Third Gear. Automatic Transaxle ...... 2-21 SRS ...... 1-21 Tilt Steering Wheel ...... 2-28 Stains. Cleaning ...... 6-46 Time. Setting the ...... 3-7 Starter Switch Check ...... 7-39 Tirechains ...... 6-43 Starting Your Engine ...... 2-14 TireLoading ...... 4-30 Steam ...... 5-12 Tire-Loading Information Label ...... 4-30

9-9 Tires ...... 6-35 Trailer Alignment and Balance ...... 6-42 Backing Up with ...... 4-37 Buying New ...... 6-39 Brakes ...... 4-36 Chains ...... 6-43 Driving on Grades ...... 4-37 ChangingaFlat ...... 5-20 Drivingwitha ...... 4-37 Cleaning ...... 6-50 Following Distance with ...... 4-37 Compact Spare ...... 5-32 Hitches ...... 4-36 Inflation ...... 6-36 Maintenance When Towing ...... 4-40 Inflation Check ...... 7-37 Making Turns ...... 4-38 Inspection and Rotation ...... 6-37 ParkingonHills ...... 4-39 Loading ...... 4-30 Passing with ...... 4-37 Pressure ...... 6-36 SafetyChains ...... 4-36 Temperature ...... 6-41 Tongueweight ...... 4-35 Traction ...... 6-4 1 Total Weight on Tires ...... 4-36 Treadwear ...... 6-4 1 Towing ...... 4-32 Uniform Quality Grading ...... 6-40 Turn Signals ...... 4-38 Used Replacement Wheel ...... 6-43 Weight ...... 4-34 WearIndicators ...... 6-39 Transaxle Wheel Replacement ...... 6-42 Automatic ...... 6-18 When It’s Time for New ...... 6-39 Ignition Lock Check ...... 7-40 TopStrap ...... 1-37 Transmitters. Keyless Entry System ...... 2-6 TorqueLock ...... 2-24 Transportation. Courtesy ...... 8-8 Torque. Wheel Nut ...... 5-29. 6-61 Trip Odometer ...... 2-51 Towing Trunk ...... 2-10 From the Front ...... 4-28 TrUnk From the Rear ...... 4-30 Lamp ...... 2-39 Recreational Vehicle ...... 4-28 ReleaseLockout. Remote ...... 2-10 Towing a Trailer ...... 4-32 Release. Remote ...... 2-10 Towing Your Vehicle ...... 5-8 TTYUsers ...... 8-4 Towing Your Vehicle From the Front ...... 4-28 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ...... 2-29 Towing Your Vehicle From the Rear ...... 4-30 Turn Signal On Chime ...... 2-30 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ...... 2-29 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer ...... 4-38

9-10 Underbody Hushing Service ...... 7-40 Wheel Underbody Maintenance ...... 6-51 Alignment ...... 6-42 Nut Torque ...... 5.29. 6.61 Replacement ...... 6-42 Vehicle Used Replacement ...... 6-43 Control ...... 4-6 Wrench ...... 5-22 Damage Warnings ...... vii Windows ...... 2-27 Dimensions ...... 6-62 Auto-Down ...... 2-28 Identification Number ...... 6-53 Lock Out Switch ...... 2-28 Loading ...... 4-30 Power ...... 2-27 Storage ...... 6-29 WindshieldWasher ...... 2-32 Ventilation System ...... 3-6 Fluid ...... 2.32. 6.23 Visor Vanity Mirrors ...... 2-45 Fluid Level Check ...... 7-37 Visors. Sun ...... 2-45 WindshieldWiper ...... 2.30.6.54 Bladecheck ...... 7-38 warning Devices ...... 5-2 Blade Replacement ...... 6-35 Warning Eights. Gages and Indicators ...... 2-52 Winter Driving ...... 4-24 Washer Fluid. Windshield ...... 6-23 Wiring.Headlamp ...... 6-54 Washing Your Vehicle ...... 6-48 Wrecker Towing ...... 5-8 Weatherstrips ...... 6-48 Wrench. Wheel ...... 5-22

9-11 0 Service Station Checkpoints

COOLANT SURGETANK 2.4L ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK P6-12 FUEL

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WINDSHIELD / I HOOD RELEASE P6-8 TIRES FLUID RESERVOIR P6-35 P6-23 BAlTERY TRUNK RELEASE P2-10 P6-28

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