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Summary of Contents for 1995 Camaro

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Page 3: ...s section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or engine overheating etc Here the manual tells you how to keep your Chevrolet running properly and looking good...

Page 4: ...lin your Chevrolet so it will be there if you ever need it when you reon the road If you sell the vehicle pleaseleave this manual in itso the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No 10254415B Seco...

Page 5: ...m making carriages to making cars forming half the teamthat gave birth to Chevrolet I I I I Ijl Louis Chevrolet the other half of the team at the wheelof his experimental Classic Six which entered pro...

Page 6: ...shtransmissionand offered a host o f accessories including such niceties as a clock 1 I I I I I I 1 I M The legacy of America sfavorite sportscar began in 1953 when 319 hand assembled white Corvettes...

Page 7: ...icanpublic and was poweredby I an available fuel injected V8 I 60 sautomotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks like the Corvette Sting Ray the sporty Camaro and powerplants like the legendary 3...

Page 8: ...and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning Index A good place to look for what you needis in the Index in the back of the manual It s an alphab...

Page 9: ...your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice willtell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you readother manuals youmight see...

Page 10: ...is driven FASTEN SEAT 4 BELTS POWER WINDOW These symbols have to do with your lights SIGNALS e TURN PARKING PC LAMPS WARNING A HAZARD FLASHER These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPE...

Page 11: ...to use your safetybelts properly You can also learn about some things you shouldnot do with air bags andsafety belts Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them...

Page 12: ...ual Seat There are two levers at the front of the seat The left lever adjusts theseat forward and back The right lever adjusts the angle of the front of the seat To Adjust the Seat s Forward and Rearw...

Page 13: ...up and down The back control makes the back of the seat go up and down The centercontrol makes the whole seat go up and down or forward and backward To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outer...

Page 14: ...Don t have the seatback reclinedif your vehicle is aoving 1 4...

Page 15: ...a seatback forward push the seatback toward the rear as you lift the latch located on the lower backside of the seatback Then the seatback will fold forward When youreturn the seatbackto its original...

Page 16: ...down to provide morestorage space To fold the seatback down 1 Pull forward on both levers 2 Fold the seatbackdown To raise the seatback 1 Pull it up to the locked upright position 2 Be sure both latch...

Page 17: ...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 if it will be a badone A few crashesare mild and...

Page 18: ...Why Safety BeltsWork Take the simplest vehicle Supposeit sjust a seaton wheels Put someone on it 1 8...

Page 19: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stoppedby something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 9...

Page 20: ...panel or the safetybelts With safetybelts you slowdown as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongestbones take the forces That s why safetybelts make suc...

Page 21: ...o they workwith safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has requiredthe use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that hasair bags you still have to buckle up...

Page 22: ...e ll start with thedriverposition Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here show to wear it properly 1 Close and lock...

Page 23: ...e buckle end of the belt as you pull upon the shoulder belt The lappart of the belt should beworn low and snugon the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bo...

Page 24: ...a sudden stopor crash On convertiblemodels the safetybelt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor What s wrong with this A The shoulderbelt is too loose It won t give nearly...

Page 25: ...What s wrong with this A The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 15...

Page 26: ...What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulderat all times 1 16...

Page 27: ...What s wrong with this A The belt istwisted across the body 1 17...

Page 28: ...the door on it you can damage both the belt andyour vehicle Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System SIR This part explains the SupplementalInflatable Restraint SIR or airbag system Your Chevrolet has...

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Page 30: ...ment panel which shows AIR BAG on it The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See AirBag Readiness Light in the Index for...

Page 31: ...ed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t moveor deform the thresholdlevel is about 9 to 15mph 14to 24 km h The threshold level can vary...

Page 32: ...ollisions even beltedoccupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrumentpanel The air bag supplementsthe protection providedby safety belts Air bagsdistribute the force of the impact more evenl...

Page 33: ...her parts 0 0 Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the sensors are...

Page 34: ...ave information about servicingyour vehicle and theair bag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications in theIndex The air bag systemdoes not need regular maintenance Safety Belt Use...

Page 35: ...y as the driver s safety belt See Driver Position earlier in this section Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people i...

Page 36: ...cross youmore slowly 2 Push the latch plateinto the buckle until itclicks If the beltstops before itreaches the buckle tilt the latch plate andkeep pulling until youcan buckle it Pull up on the latchp...

Page 37: ...ching 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 underit the belt would applyforce at your abdomen This could...

Page 38: ...y belt locks if there sa sudden stop or a crash On convertible models the safetybelt also locks if you pull the beltvery quickly out of the retractor To unlatch the belt just push the buttonon the buc...

Page 39: ...on That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size In fact the law in every state inthe United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained whil...

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Page 41: ...Where to Put the Restraint Accident statisticsshow that children are safer if they are restrained in the rearrather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child...

Page 42: ...traint that has a top strap in your vehicle becausethe top strap anchor cannot be installed properly For cars first sold in Canada child restraints with a top strap must be anchored according to Canad...

Page 43: ...he instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt...

Page 44: ...ure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and letit go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be readyto work for an adult or larger child passenge...

Page 45: ...ild restraint in the rear seat Once you have the clip follow these instructions 1 2 3 4 Because yourvehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move theseat as far back as it willgo before secu...

Page 46: ...5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 36...

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Page 48: ...rained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly 0 Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in Children who aren t buckled up can strike other a crash people who are Chil...

Page 49: ...that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck be sure that the shoulder belt stillis on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that...

Page 50: ...Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low andsnug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 40...

Page 51: ...nder systems are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged restraint system parts If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing itsjob have it repaired Torn or frayed be...

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Page 53: ...many standard and optional features on your Chevrolet and information on starting shifting and braking Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is wo...

Page 54: ...rst owner The ignition keys don t have plugs Instead they have bar coded key tags These tags may be removed by your dealer or even before the vehicle is delivered to your dealer Each plughas a code on...

Page 55: ...evrolet Roadside Assistance at 1 800 Chev USA NOTICE Your Chevrolet hasa number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock...

Page 56: ...From theoutside Use your door key From the inside To lock the door move the lock control on the door backward TOunlock the door move the lock control on the door forward...

Page 57: ...ock Control Option If your Chevrolet has this option you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunkfrom up to 30 feet 9 m away usingthe key chain transmitter supplied with yourvehicle Your Re...

Page 58: ...use this equipment Operation The driver s door will unlock automatically when UNLOCK is pressed If UNLOCK is pressed again within five seconds the passenger door will also unlock All doors will lock...

Page 59: ...our vehicle the remaining transmitters must also be matched Once the new transmitter is coded the lost transmitter will notunlock your vehicle You can match a transmitter to as manydifferent vehicles...

Page 60: ...non the first transmitter The door locks should lock and unlock 5 Press any button onthe second transmitter The door locks should lock and unlock 6 Remove the fusedjumper from the DLC The system 7 Che...

Page 61: ...ont cover bottom half first similar object in a slot between the covers and twist 3 Remove and replace the batteries Put new batteries in printed side down 4 Replace the frontcover Make sure the cover...

Page 62: ...l transmission and the ignitionswitch is inRUN you must set the parking brakebefore you can use the switch The switch only works when the ignition switchis in RUN or ACC or when RAP is present See Ret...

Page 63: ...lk away from your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joyriders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your Chevrolet and openthe driver s door you ll hear a tone remind...

Page 64: ...What if you have toleave something valuablein your vehicle Put your valuables in a storage area like your trunk or glove box 0 Locktheglovebox 0 Lock all the doors except the driver s 0 Then take the...

Page 65: ...time you may also want to check the fuses see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If the starter won t work with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first igni...

Page 66: ...time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every Avoid making hard stops for the fir...

Page 67: ...and release the switch The switch stays in the RUN position when theengine isrunning But even when the engine is not running you can use RUN tooperate your electricalpower accessories and to display...

Page 68: ...Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP your powerdoor locks electric mirrors power windows audio system and remote hatch release will continueto work upto 10minutes after the ignition key is turned to...

Page 69: ...o of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excess...

Page 70: ...d willgo down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in STARTfor longer than 15seconds at a timewill cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessiveheat can damageyour starter...

Page 71: ...parts or accessories you could changethe way the fuel injection system operates Before adding electricalequipment check withyour dealer I f you don t your engine might not perform properly If you eve...

Page 72: ...et easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater shouldbe plugged ina minimum of four hours prior to startingyour vehicle To use the coolantheater 1 Turn off...

Page 73: ...ngshould you keep the coolant heater plugged in Theanswer depends on theweather the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we askthat you contact your Che...

Page 74: ...you cannot shift outof PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the wayinto PARK P and also release the shift lever button on floor shift console models as you maintain brake...

Page 75: ...lready moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed Damage to your transmission caused by shifting engine racing isn t covered by your warranty Automatic Overdrive0 Th...

Page 76: ...s you are going slower than 65 mph 105k d or you can damage yourengine FIRST 1 This position gives you evenmore power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on verysteep hills or in deep...

Page 77: ...pedal to the floor as you let up on theaccelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD FOURTH AND FIFTH 3 4 and 5 Gears Shift...

Page 78: ...0 mph 30km h If you ve come to a complete stop and it s hard to shift into FIRST 1 put theshift lever in NEUTRAL N and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SEC...

Page 79: ...RSE R while your vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph If you have turned your ignition off and wish to park your car in REVERSE R you will have to move the shift leverquickly to the right crashing thro...

Page 80: ...can then follow the fullgear shift pattern 30mph 48 km h when accelerating to highway speeds 45 mph 72km h when accelerating to highway speeds Shift Speeds Manual Transmission This chart shows when t...

Page 81: ...ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does the limited slip feature will allowthe wheel with traction to move...

Page 82: ...move the brake lever all the way down I NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehic...

Page 83: ...brake 2 Move the shift lever intoPARK P position by holding in the button on the lever and push the lever all the waytoward the front of your vehicle 3 Move the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the keya...

Page 84: ...arking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle mayput too much force on the parking pawlin the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the...

Page 85: ...you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 T...

Page 86: ...Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust 2 34...

Page 87: ...o parkwith the enginerunning But if you ever haveto here aresomethings to know 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...

Page 88: ...can open the passenger window any amount by pressing the switch and releasing it when the window has loweredto the positionyou want The switch for the driver s windowhas as Express Down feature Quickl...

Page 89: ...u to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when youexit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel holdthe steering wheel and p...

Page 90: ...ssing Signal 0 WindshieldWipers 0 WindshieldWasher 0 Cruise Control Option Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator a The turn signal has two upward for Right and two downward for Left positions These po...

Page 91: ...if the arrows don t flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the green arrow...

Page 92: ...et the wiper speedfor along or short delay between wipes This can be very usefulin light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay For steady wipingat...

Page 93: ...setting NOTICE 0 0 0 0 When usingconcentratedwasher fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for addingwater Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze...

Page 94: ...at speedsbelow about 25 mph 40 km h When youapply your brakes or push the clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission the cruise control shuts Off If your vehicle is in cruise control when the opti...

Page 95: ...o Set Cruise Control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Push in the set button at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal 2 4...

Page 96: ...le Using Cruise Control There are two ways togo to a higher speed Here sthe first 1 Use the acceleratorpedal to get to the higher speed 2 Push the button at theend of the lever thenrelease the button...

Page 97: ...pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruisecontrol speed youset earlier Using Cruise Controlon Hills How well your cruise control will...

Page 98: ...ruise control 1 Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal ifyou have a manual transmission OR 2 Move the Cruise switch to OFF To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control...

Page 99: ...ntpanel lamps 8 I Turn the knob to this position to turn on your headlamps and other operating lamps pf Turn the knob to this position to turn on your parking lamps without your headlamps Q Turn the k...

Page 100: ...t isn t covered The DRL system will make yourfront turn signallamps come on when 0 The ignitionis on The headlamp switch is off and 0 The parkingbrakeisreleased When the DRL areon only your front turn...

Page 101: ...light on theswitch will come on when thefog lamps are on Fog lamps will go off whenever your high beams come on Whenthe high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again InteriorLamps Courtesy Lamps...

Page 102: ...s opened Courtesy lamps include the dome lamp and other lamps throughout the interior of your vehicle Mirrors Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield T...

Page 103: ...lever on the door Adjustthe mirror so that you canjust see the side of your vehicle when youare sitting in a comfortable driving position Electric Mirror Control Option The electric mirror control is...

Page 104: ...from the driver s seat Floor Mats Your Chevrolet sfloor mats are custom fitted to the foot wells Besure the driver sfloor mat is in place If it isn t it could interfere withthe accelerator or brake p...

Page 105: ...The door key unlocks the panels Turn the key to the left Then pull on the release handle to unlatch the panel Lift to unlock the panel the outer edge of the panel and pullit towad you 2 53...

Page 106: ...e correct slot driver or passenger in the rear area of your vehicle Makesure the handle is open andfacing you when you put it in thestorage slot Push the handle closed to secure the panel in the slot...

Page 107: ...eatherstrips properly Panels incorrectly installed may leak T TopSunshades 1 2 Start with the panel marked DRIVER FRONT Unlatch the driver side T top raise it halfway and close the latch handle With t...

Page 108: ...irst remove the T top with thesunshade installed and place it upside down on a table or bench Takecare not toscratch the glass 4 Once the sunshade is installed properly you can 5 Pull the sunshade bac...

Page 109: ...and make sure the close out panel is in its closed upright position 2 When you have the T tops off and in their storage slots store the sunshades on the T tops in their installed position Storage and...

Page 110: ...Map Pocket Front Console L Each door has a map pocket To use the storage area pullup on the front end ofthe console There isa cupholder and lamp and in the console 2 58...

Page 111: ...k wire connects to the ignition Power is only The black wire connects to the ground available in RUN NOTICE When using the accessory plug The maximum loadof any electrical Be sure to turn off any elec...

Page 112: ...ur vehicle To remove theclose outpanel Close the panel If the close out panel is not closed and resting on the trimpanel it cannot be removed Pull the panel towardyou to unsnap it Then slide the close...

Page 113: ...When carrying large or heavy items it is a good idea to open the panel and place the items in the rear area 2 61...

Page 114: ...d Visor Vanity Mirror Pull down the sun visor and lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror Ashtray and Lighter Front Ashtray Lift up the cover to open the ashtray To remove it lift up on the rightsi...

Page 115: ...backby itself I NOTICE Don t holda cigarette lighter in withyour hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from theheating element whenit s ready That can make it overheat dama...

Page 116: ...Instrument Panel P 2 64...

Page 117: ...0 Cassette Tape Storage 11 Shift Lever 12 Parking Brake Lever 13 Cupholder 14 Storage Console and Compact Disc Storage if equipped 15 Acceleration Slip Regulation Switch if equipped 16 Ashtray Automat...

Page 118: ...instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glancehow your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how muchfuel you have left and many other things you ll need to know to d...

Page 119: ...can t be then it s set at zero but a label on the driver s door must show the old reading and whenthe new one was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you howfar your car has been drive...

Page 120: ...n there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warninglights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may bea problem check the section that tells you wha...

Page 121: ...y Have your vehicle servicedright away Brake System Warning Light Your Chevrolet s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can stillwork and stop you...

Page 122: ...ome on when you start your engine and it will stayon for three seconds That snormal If the light doesn t comeon have it fixed so it will be readyto warn youif there is a problem If the lightflashes wh...

Page 123: ...n t have anti lock brakes ASR Acceleration Slip Regulation System Warning Light Option ASR OFF This warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine If the warning light doesn t come onthe...

Page 124: ...omes on and stays on for anextended periodof time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service When your anti lock system is adjusting brake pressure to help avoid a braking skid the LOW TR...

Page 125: ...possible HOT COOLANT CAN BURN YOU BADLY In Problems on the Road this manual shows what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index This red warning light should come on while you are starting your engi...

Page 126: ...won t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty OBD I1 3800 L36 Engine CodeK Certain vehiclesare equipped witha new emission di...

Page 127: ...p the vehicle Wait for a steady light to come on then drive the vehicle to a dealer for service These following conditions also may cause the SERVICEENGINE SOON light to come on Low Fuel Out of Fuel A...

Page 128: ...kilopascals in Canada when the engine is running Oil pressure should be 20 to 80 psi 140to 550 kPa On the 3 8 L engine the oil pressure should be between 20 and 120psi 140to 827 kPa It may varywith en...

Page 129: ...ht stays on after starting your engine your engine oil level may be too low You may needto add oil See Engine Oil in theIndex NOTICE The oil level monitoring systemonly checks the oil level when you a...

Page 130: ...problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked While the voltmeter reads in the yellow zone your battery may not be able to power certain electrical accessories like ABS If this happens...

Page 131: ...sition When the gagepointer first indicates EMPTY E you still have a little fuel left about one to two gallons but you needto get more right away At the gas station the gaspump shuts off before the ga...

Page 132: ...on a level surface Set theparking brake firmly Shift an automatic transmissioninto PARK P or a manual transmission into REVERSE R The ignition must be in theACC or RUN position Lower both sunvisors NO...

Page 133: ...2 Unlock the front of the convertible topby pushing on the smaller partof the latch then pulling down on the larger partof the latch Be sure the hook on the latch that attaches into the hole at the wi...

Page 134: ...na bag inthe trunk 3 Install the middle section of the coverby sliding tabs into slots on right side cover Lower the cover and engage latch 1 Open the trunk and remove the two side covers from the sto...

Page 135: ...heignition must be in the ACC or RUN position Then lower both sunvisors and lower both windows at least three inches If the boot cover is in place it must beremoved first 2 Open the trunk Remove the m...

Page 136: ...4 Store each pieceof the cover in its separate compartment in the storage bag store in the trunk and close the trunk UP TOP DOWN 5 Push and hold UP or A on the convertible top switch 2 84...

Page 137: ...e valve clockwise to release the hydraulic pressure Turnthe ignition key to the LOCK position You can nowraise or lower your top manually Besure to close the valve after installing your top so you can...

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Page 139: ...lation in your Chevrolet If you have the air conditioning option you can also control cooling Your vehicle also has theflow through ventilation system described later in this section Temperature Contr...

Page 140: ...re control knob to a comfortable setting During initial start up only if your vehicle is equipped with anoptional engine coolant heater you can use it in cold weather around 20 F 8 Cor lower to improv...

Page 141: ...he fan control knob to the desired speed The side window defogging works equally as well in the Heater Blend and Defrost modes Air Conditioner Controls Option The air conditioning system uses the same...

Page 142: ...or the hot air to escape 1 Turn the air control knob to A C for normal coolinn For faster cooling move the knob to MAX setting 2 Turn the temperature control knob to a comfortable 3 Turn the fan contr...

Page 143: ...air tocirculate throughout your vehicle Keep the air path underthe front seats clear of Audio Systems Your Delco audio system has been designedto operate easily andgive years of listening pleasure Bu...

Page 144: ...te appears Delco BoseAM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player 1 2 3 Press SET Within five seconds press and holdSCAN until the correct hour appears Press and hold SEEK 4 or SEEK until the correct minute...

Page 145: ...aythere for a few seconds press and hold SEEK A and thenpress SEEK vfor an instant To go to the next lower station and staythere for a few seconds press and holdSEEK vand then press SEEK A for an inst...

Page 146: ...und between the right and left speakers Fade Turn the fade control behind the lower knob to move the sound between the front and rear speakers The Delco Bose premiumspeaker system includesfive speaker...

Page 147: ...se the player has an auto reverse feature Eject Press STOP EJECT fully to remove the tape or stop the tape andswitch to the radio Cr02 DelcoBose System The Cr02 button lets you set the systemfor thety...

Page 148: ...or FM2 TUNE Turn the lower knob tochoose radio stations REC Recall Press RCL to recall the station being played or the time SEEK Press SEEK 4 or SEEK to go to the next lower or higher station and stay...

Page 149: ...2 3 4 Press the lower knob to choose AM FMl or FM2 Tune in the station Press SET SET will appear on the display for about five seconds Within five seconds press one of the pushbuttons Whenever you pr...

Page 150: ...t eject Usefull size compact discs With the audio system on insert a disc into the slot with the label side up CD will appear on the display and track I will begin to play If the disccomes back out a...

Page 151: ...soft passages more nearly equal in volume RDM Random Press RDM to hear a random selection of tracks To Stop the Disc Player Turn the power off or turn the ignition key off The disc stays in the playe...

Page 152: ...display 8 Press the lower knob and OOO will appear Now you are ready to enterthe last three digitsof your code 9 Press SCAN and hold until the fourth digit of your 10 Press SEEK 4 or band hold untilt...

Page 153: ...e Unlocking theAudio System aftera Power Failure If power is disrupted to the audio system while in the SEC mode the unit willnot work and LOCwill show on the displaywhenever the ignition ison To unlo...

Page 154: ...ings likestorms and power lines Try reducing thetreble to reduce this noise if you ever get it AM Stereo This means theDelco system can receiveC QUAM stereo broadcasts ManyAM stations around the count...

Page 155: ...e sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes o...

Page 156: ...makesure that thecassette tape isin good condition beforeyou have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cas...

Page 157: ...Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume thatpedestrians or other drivers are going...

Page 158: ...k alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmentalreasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what...

Page 159: ...growing number of U S states and throughout Canada the limit is0 08 percent In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in theU S is 0 04 percent The BAC will be...

Page 160: ...a need to take sudden action as whena child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might notbe able to react quickly enoughto avoid the collision There s somethingelse about drinking...

Page 161: ...Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 314 of a second But that s only anaverage It might beless with one driver and as longas two or three...

Page 162: ...engine stops you will stillhave some power brake assist But you willuse it when you brake Once the power assistis used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Loc...

Page 163: ...pens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakesat eachfront wheel and at the rear wheels The ant...

Page 164: ...you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Alwaysleave enough room up aheadto stop even though you have anti lock brakes To Use Anti Lock Don t pumpthe brake...

Page 165: ...ift or downshift Also when the compact spare tire is on the rearaxle the ASR system will cycle and limit acceleration for about the first 15 seconds of driving after each enginestart If your vehicle i...

Page 166: ...e ASR system will automatically turn off at speeds above 108mph 174 M h The ASR OFF warning light will notcome on When the vehicle speed drops below 103mph 166 kmh the system will automaticallycome on...

Page 167: ...can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you hav...

Page 168: ...st apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier inthis section It is better to remove as much speedas you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the leftor right depend...

Page 169: ...r Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on atwo lane highway is a potentiallydangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation...

Page 170: ...are lined up topass a slow vehicle wait your turn Buttake care that someone isn t tryingto pass youas you pullout to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spo...

Page 171: ...id only the acceleration skid If you do not haveASR or if the system isoff then an acceleration skid is also best handledby easing your foot off theaccelerator pedal If your vehiclestarts to slide eas...

Page 172: ...d to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If yo...

Page 173: ...When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimedheadlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching lights Keep y...

Page 174: ...nserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Rain andwet roads can meandriving trouble On a wet road you can...

Page 175: ...e in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you cbnsee reflections from trees telephone poles or other vt ucles and raindrops dimple the water s surface ere coul...

Page 176: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust as you wouldfor a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim andcrisscross most large cities You ll save timeand energy See th...

Page 177: ...ith the flow Tryto 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 Tryto blend smoothly with the t...

Page 178: ...rcomfortable clothing and shoes you can easilydrive in Is your vehicle readyfor a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have itdone before startingout O...

Page 179: ...oad in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What canyou do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips a a a Make sure your vehicle is well ventil...

Page 180: ...hill 0 0 0 0 Know howto go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and youcan climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving...

Page 181: ...an ice scraper a small brushor broom a supply of windshieldwasher fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if yo...

Page 182: ...wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F OOC and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or...

Page 183: ...each around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surfaceof a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surroundingroads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you b...

Page 184: ...eful Run your engine only as long asyou must This saves fuel When you run theengine make itgo a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses lessfuel for the heat that...

Page 185: ...S ARE HOT ADD 4PSIi28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MFDBYGENERALMOTORSCORP DATE GVWR GAWR FRT GAWR RR THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLI CABLE U S FEDERALMOTORVEHICLE SAFETY BUMPER...

Page 186: ...ad you should spread it out Don t carry more than100pounds 45 kg in your reararea If you put things inside yourvehicle like suitcases tools packagesor anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle...

Page 187: ...iving your vehicle by itself Trailering meanschanges in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reasonfor this...

Page 188: ...er Don t drive faster thanthe maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than55 mph 90kdh to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerationshave to do with weight Weight of the Trai...

Page 189: ...dead weight hitch thetrailer tongue A should weigh 10 of the total loadedtrailer weight B If you havea weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 of the total loaded trailer weigh...

Page 190: ...e rules to follow 0 Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to sealthe holes later when youremove the hitch If youdon t seal...

Page 191: ...are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and thatthe lamps and any trailer brakes are still wo...

Page 192: ...euvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When youtow a trailer your vehicle has to have a differentturn signalflasher and extra wiring The green arrows on your instrumentpanel...

Page 193: ...he regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on aHill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you 0 Start your engine 0 Shift into a gear and 0 Release the parking bra...

Page 194: ...NOTES 4 38...

Page 195: ...hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the buttonin to make your frc signal 1 off o...

Page 196: ...tteryhas run down you may want to use another vehicle and somejumper cables to start your Chevrolet But please follow the steps below to do it safely i NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in cost...

Page 197: ...re it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your Chevrolet and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Tur...

Page 198: ...a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are somebasic things you should know Positive will goto positive and negative will go to negative or a metal engine part Do...

Page 199: ...ve terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other endof the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goesto a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the veh...

Page 200: ...they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery Towing Your Car A Try to have aGM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Chevrolet The...

Page 201: ...ashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehicle cannot be towed from the front or rear with sling type equipment That your vehicle has rear wheel drive The make model and year of your v...

Page 202: ...steering column lock for this The transmission should be in Neutral and the parking brake released Don t have your vehicle towedon the rear wheels unless you must If the vehicle mustbe towed on the re...

Page 203: ...esor J hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always useT hooks inserted in the T hook slots NOTICE Do not tow with sling type equipmentor fascidfog light damage will occur Us...

Page 204: ...s or the ABS sensor and wiring NOTICE Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact To help avoid damag...

Page 205: ...ablesor J hooks to suspension components when using car carrier equipment Always use T hooksinserted in the T hook slots NOTICE Do nottow with sling type equipment or rear bumper valqce wilI be damage...

Page 206: ...pipes and cables NOTICE Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact To help avoid damage install a t...

Page 207: ...panel You may also find a low coolant warning light on your Chevrolet s instrument panel If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving withno coolant...

Page 208: ...3 If you re in a trafficjam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE a or DRIVE D for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warnin...

Page 209: ...ift the hood here s what you ll see 1 Coolant recoverytank 2 Radiator pressure car 3 Electric engine fan V 8 Engine When you decide it s safe tolift the hood here s what you ll see 1 Coolant recoveryt...

Page 210: ...OLD If it isn t you may havea leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pumpor somewhereelse in the cooling system I NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolantisn t cov...

Page 211: ...dd a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Indexfor more information about the proper coolant mix I NOTICE I...

Page 212: ...covery tankis at FULL COLD start your vehicle If the overheat warningcontinues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling sy...

Page 213: ...You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiatorpressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first sto...

Page 214: ...3 Fill the radiator withthe proper mix up to the base of thefiller neck 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tankto FULL COLD...

Page 215: ...and let it run until you canfeel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine fan s 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower...

Page 216: ...neck reinstall thepressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap lineup like this How to Add Coolant to the Radiator LT1 Code P Engine Only NOTICE The LT1 Engine CodeP has a specific radiator fil...

Page 217: ...r hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait forthat to stop A hiss means there is stil...

Page 218: ...er pump inlet 4 5 6 7 Fill with the proper mix Add coolant until you see a steady stream of coolant coming from the bleed valves Close the bleed valves Continueto fill the radiator up to the base of t...

Page 219: ...ller neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 10 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the proper level 9 Shut the engine off and replace the pressure cap Be surethe arrows on the cap...

Page 220: ...then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require thesame correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove...

Page 221: ...nd the trim panel First you must remove the close out panel See Close Out Panel in the Index Find the plastic screw headsin the trim panelover the spare tire Use a coin or a key to turn the screw head...

Page 222: ...Jsemovethe wing nut andadapter and pull out the spare To remove thejack and wheelwrench loosen and remove the bolt and remove the plastic cover 5 28...

Page 223: ...A A Start with thejack A and wheel wrench B Thejack has a bolt at the end Attach the wheel wrench to thejack bolt Turn the wheel wrenchto the rightto raise the lift head a little 5 29...

Page 224: ...If your wheel has a center cap pry it off using the wheel wrench If your vehicle hasa bolt on wheel cover loosen the plastic caps using the wheel wrenchand remove the wheel cover 5 30...

Page 225: ...dard wheel nut A special wheel lock key removal tool and instructions are located in the center console Attach the wheel lock key to the socket of the wheelwrench Remove thelocking wheel nutby turning...

Page 226: ...isa notchin the vehicle s rocker flange Raise thejack head untilit fits firmly into the notch nearest theflat tire On convertible models place thejack in asimilar location Stay away from the moldings...

Page 227: ...ll off the jack Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle 7 I T aa Raise the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough of...

Page 228: ...he wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface Replace the wheel nuts withthe rounded endof the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the...

Page 229: ...cross sequence as shown Don t try to put a wheel cover on yourcompact spare tire It won t fit Storethe wheelcover in the rear area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Wheel covers...

Page 230: ...tire using the storage instructions When you replace the trim panel be sure to tuck it under the weatherstrip 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Trim Panel Bolt Cover Jack Wing Nut Adapter Compact Spare Tire Full S...

Page 231: ...the optional ASR system will cycle and limitacceleration for about the first 15seconds of driving after each engine start NOTICE Don t take your compact spare through an automatic car wash with guide...

Page 232: ...re Chains in the Index Rocking your vehicle to get it out First turn your steering wheelleft and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has ASR you should turn the sys...

Page 233: ...of these marks information and then itshows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels There isalso technical information about your vehicle and apart devoted to its appearance care Service Yo...

Page 234: ...l see ServicePublications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Chevrolet in the Index You should keepa reco...

Page 235: ...age your engine If you re using fuel rated at 87 octane or higher andyou still hear heavyknocking your engine needs service But don t worry if you hear a little pinging noise when you re accelerating...

Page 236: ...ay get a heavy knocking noise whenyou drive If it s badenough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel ratedat 91 octane or higher and you still hear heavy knocking your engine needs service But...

Page 237: ...high ozone levels You should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain deposit control additives and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions Fuels...

Page 238: ...s soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Chevrolet inthe Index When you put the cap backon turn it to the rightuntil you hearat least three clicks NOTICE If you need a new cap be sure to ge...

Page 239: ...ood Hood Release To open the hood first pull the handle inside the lower left side of your vehicle n L I Ill Then go to the front of the vehicleand pull up onthe hood release located at the center are...

Page 240: ...6 7 8 9 10 11 Battery Engine Coolant Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transmission Dipstick if equipped Air Cleaner Oil Fill Cup Brake Fluid Reservoir Power Steering Reservoir Windshield Washer...

Page 241: ...6 7 8 9 10 11 Battery Engine Coolant Reservoir Engine OilDipstick Automatic Transmission Dipstick if equipped Air Cleaner Oil FillCap Brake Fluid Reservoir Power Steering Reservoir Windshield WasherRe...

Page 242: ...6 7 8 9 10 11 Battery Engine Coolant Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick AutomaticTransmissionDipstick if equipped Air Cleaner Oil Fill Cap Brake Fluid Reservoir Power Steering Reservoir Windshield WasherR...

Page 243: ...tpanel comes on it means you need tocheck your engine oil level right away Formore information see Low Oil in the Index You should check yourengine oil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a...

Page 244: ...3 4 L L32 Code S Oil Dipstick Location 3800 L36 Code K Oil Dipstick Location 6 12...

Page 245: ...a paper towelor cloth then push it back i n all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level 3 4 L L32 Code S and 3800 L36 Code K Turn off the engine and givethe oil a few minutes...

Page 246: ...Specifications in the Index I NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could...

Page 247: ...st symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleuminstitute certified for gasoline engines You should also use...

Page 248: ...cosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 As shown in the chart SAE low 30 is best for your 3 8L equipped vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s goingto be colder t...

Page 249: ...a big help if you have to park outside in very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder If your vehiclehas this option see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used eng...

Page 250: ...Air Cleaner V6 ENGINES V8 ENGINE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whento replace theair filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index 6 18...

Page 251: ...a 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 Air Filter Replacement To remove the air filter 1 Remove t...

Page 252: ...2 Disconnect the plasticclamp on the duct Pullapart the connection 3 Pull the air cleaner straight up Unclampthe metal clips 6 20...

Page 253: ...ervice Department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could geta false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too...

Page 254: ...e Let theengine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are50 F 10 C or more If it s colder than 50 F lO C you may haveto idle theengine longer Should the fluid level be low duringa cold...

Page 255: ...Engine Transmission Dipstick 2 3 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel Push it back inall the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again Check both sides of th...

Page 256: ...gine TransmissionDipstick The fluid level mustbe in the COLD area fora cold check or in the HOT area or cross hatched area for a hot check 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dips...

Page 257: ...your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way How to Check Because...

Page 258: ...bring the fluid level up tothe bottomof the filler plug hole 3 Install the filler plug Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutchlinkage In your vehicle is self adjusting...

Page 259: ...hole you ll needto add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Standard Differential Use Axle Lubricant GM PartNo 1052271 or SAE 8OW 9...

Page 260: ...e 0 Let the warning lights work as they should What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean water preferably distilled and one halfantifreezethat meets GM Specification 1825 M which won t damage alumin...

Page 261: ...on the dipstick should be up to the HOT or a little higher 5 7L LT1 Engine Only If this light comes on it means you re low on engine coolant To Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank If you need more coolan...

Page 262: ...ge from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck When you replace your radiatorpressure cap anAC cap is recommended Thermostat Engine coolan...

Page 263: ...Power Steering Fluid 3 4L Engine I 3800 Engine 6 31...

Page 264: ...again and look at thefluid level on the dipstick The level should be at theFULL COLD mark Add enough fluid to bring thelevel up to the mark A fluid loss in this systemcould indicate a problem Have the...

Page 265: ...use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washerfluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If y...

Page 266: ...nder Your brake master cylinder is here It is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down The first is that the brake fluid...

Page 267: ...x To Check Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the brake fluid reservoir The fluid level should be above the plastic seam in the reservoir If it isn t hav...

Page 268: ...e replaced Brake fluid candamage paint so be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Unless you have the four whe...

Page 269: ...correctly If you drive in that way then very carefully make a few moderate brake stops about every 1 000miles 1600km so your brakes will adjust properly If your brake pedal goes down farther than nor...

Page 270: ...ys or more take off the black negative cable from the battery This will helpkeep your battery from running down Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has the55 x 135 mini quad headlamp system These headlamps h...

Page 271: ...mage to headlamp parts State inspection stations will allow a vertical reading of plus 0 76 degrees or minus 0 76 degrees for the center of the bubble It is recommended that the upper limit not exceed...

Page 272: ...icator E Horizontal Indicator C Vertical Aiming Screw D Horizontal Aiming Screw 2 Start with the horizontal left and right headlamp aim Don t tryto adjust the vertical up and down aim first 3 Check th...

Page 273: ...and 3 To Replace a Headlamp Before replacing a headlamp that does not light check to make sure that the wiring connector is securely fastened to it See Replacement Bulbs in the Index to check the siz...

Page 274: ...ead screws at the endof the aiming ring 2 The aiming ring will swing open like a gate Remove the aimingring from the assembly Place it face down with the aim indicator up Be careful not to damage the...

Page 275: ...the wiring connector into the headlamp socket Snap the locking tabs onto the socket 6 Place the new headlamp in the headlamp assembly The socket must be pointing in thesame direction the socket on the...

Page 276: ...o adjust the headlamp aim See Adjusting Headlamp Aim inthe Index If your vehicle is damagedin an accident and the headlamp aim seemsto be fleeted see your Chevrolet dealer Headlamps on damaged vehicle...

Page 277: ...emove the plastic screws from the deflector under the vehicle Move the deflector out of the way 2 Turn and pull out the socket and the bulb 3 Pull out the bulb 4 Reverse the steps with a new bulb 1 Re...

Page 278: ...a socket without atab turn the socket counterclockwise 6 To remove the bulb push in and turn it counterclockwise then pullit out 7 Reverse the steps with a new bulb Rear Sidemarker To replace a rear s...

Page 279: ...steps with a new bulb Wiper Blade Assembly Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways To remove the wiper blade assembly 1 Lift the wiper arm until it loc...

Page 280: ...ll theelement gently with theother hand Replacement bladeelements have three plasticcaps which retain two metalflexor strips Do not remove these caps before the element is installed 3 At the heel end...

Page 281: ...y a leading tire manufacturer These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new Chevrolet If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tir...

Page 282: ...ation pressure of each tire to 35 psi 240kPa When you end this very high speeddriving reduce the cold inflation pressures to those listed on the Tire Loading Information Label NOTICE Don t let anyone...

Page 283: ...ion and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6 000to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13000 km for any signs of unusual wear If unusual wearis present rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel al...

Page 284: ...use thesetires aredirectional they should be rotated as shown here These tires should only be moved fromfront to rear andrear to front on the same side of the vehicle After thetires have been rotated...

Page 285: ...Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle whenit was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Speci i...

Page 286: ...wellon the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon theactual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations...

Page 287: ...derinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure These grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires While the tires a...

Page 288: ...w wheelshould have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you needto replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace t...

Page 289: ...ly SAE Class S type chains that arethe propersize for your tires Install them on the rear tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chai...

Page 290: ...se unless this manualsays you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach ReducingAgents Cleaning the Inside of Your Chevrolet Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of...

Page 291: ...r at all Some spots and stains will clean offbetter with just water and mild soap If you needto use a solvent Gently scrapeexcess soil from the trim material with a clean dull knife or scraper Use ver...

Page 292: ...excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water If a stain remains follow the foam type instructions described earlier If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a w...

Page 293: ...ontaining silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to seethrough the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and...

Page 294: ...d damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel Special care is necessarywhen cleaning removing and or stori...

Page 295: ...es and polishes that are non abrasive and made for abasecoatlclearcoat paint finish I NOTICE Machine compoundingor aggressive polishing on a basecoatlclearcoat paint finish may dull the finishor leave...

Page 296: ...op After you wash the vehicle make sure the top is Don t get anycleaner on the vehicle s painted finish completely drybefore you lower it it could leave streaks If you decideto go through an automatic...

Page 297: ...t can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though theyhave corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with p...

Page 298: ...u canget these from your GM Parts Department I I I PART NUMBER I SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE Not recommended for pigskin suede leather See your General Motors Parts Departments for these products See your...

Page 299: ...he Vehicle Certification and ServiceParts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identi...

Page 300: ...s from working as they should Your vehicle hasan air bag system Before attemptingto add anythingelectrical to your Chevrolet see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Chevrolet in the Index The wiring circu...

Page 301: ...r on either of the boxes toexpose the fuses Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of thecorrect...

Page 302: ...Underhood Electrical Center Fuses c z b ABS IGN FANSIACTR PCM F G INJECTOR INJECTOR IGNITION A C CRUISE I I I I I I I I I 6 70...

Page 303: ...n Control Module Pump Relay 9 INJECTOR Fuel Injectors 10 INJECTOR Fuel Injectors 11 IGNITION VIN Engine Code S Camshaft Position Sensor CrankshaftPosition Sensor Electronic Ignition Module VIN Engine...

Page 304: ...II DecoderModule Fuel Pump Relay 6 7 8 9 STOPEIAZARD Brake Lamp CruiseRelease Switch Hazard Flasher PWR ACCY Power Door Locks Power Mirrors Hatch Release COURTESY Audio Alarm Module Courtesy Lamps Con...

Page 305: ...ParkingandTurn Signal 2397 GloveBox 194 Headlamp Low Beam H 4351 Headlamp HighBeam H 4352 DoorCourtesy 74 Manual transmission only Heaterand A CControl 37 HighBeamIndicator 161 Indicator Lights 161 In...

Page 306: ...100 Ib ft I 40 N m Capacities Approximate The following approximate capacities are given in U S and metric conversions Air Conditioning See the refrigerant information label under the hood Automatic T...

Page 307: ...rigerant is used If you re not sure ask your Chevrolet dealer Recheck fluid level after filling See Automatic Transmission Fluid or Manual Transmission Fluid in the Index Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase...

Page 308: ...ngine Code P PF25 Fuel Filter GF578 PCV Valve VINEngine Code S CV789C VINEngine Code K CV892C VINEngine Code P CV895C Radiator Cap RC24 Spark Plug VIN Engine Code S R43TSK 0 045 Gap VIN Engine Code K...

Page 309: ...ingood working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehiclemaintenance or the removal of important components can significantly affec...

Page 310: ...ains what you can easilydo tohelp keep your vehicle in goodcondition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your Chevrolet dealer s service department or another q...

Page 311: ...t dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and whenyou should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported se...

Page 312: ...000 Miles 10 000 km or 6 months Whichever Occurs First Chassis Lubrication At 6 000 Miles 10 000 k m Then Every 12 000Miles 25000 km Every 7 500 Miles 12500 km At 7 500 Miles 12500 km Every 15 000Mile...

Page 313: ...les 25 000 km Every 30 000 Miles 50000 km Rear Axle FluidChange Limited Slip Differential Tire Rotation Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection or...

Page 314: ...termined that the failureto perform thismaintenance item will notnullify the emission warranty orlimit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life We however urge that all recommen...

Page 315: ...ate the transmission shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE SERV...

Page 316: ...sion Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 12 000 Miles 20 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering l...

Page 317: ...railer 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F...

Page 318: ...ricate the transmission shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE S...

Page 319: ...sed to pull a trailer 24 000 Miles 40 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ClLubricate the steering linkage Lubricate the transmiss...

Page 320: ...nsmission shift linkage or every 6 months whicheveroccurs first 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer Inspect engine accessory drive belt or every 24 months whichev...

Page 321: ...smission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32O C or higher In hilly or...

Page 322: ...ssion Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 36 000 Miles 60 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering...

Page 323: ...the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 39 000 Miles 65 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emiss...

Page 324: ...he steering linkage Lubricate the DATE SERVICED BY ACTUALMILEAGE 45 000 Miles 75000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if ve...

Page 325: ...sion fluid doesn t require change Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 0Change engin...

Page 326: ...000 km 0Change engine oil and filter 3 months whichever occurs An Emission ControlService or every first DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 52 500 Miles 87500 km 0Change the rearaxle gear lubricant if v...

Page 327: ...ricate the transmission shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE A...

Page 328: ...egularly reaches90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or Ifyou do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions...

Page 329: ...ion Control Service Service 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...

Page 330: ...ing linkage Lubricate the transmission shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional inf...

Page 331: ...ion ControlService I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICEDBY 72 000Miles 120 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months Whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 17Lubricate the steering li...

Page 332: ...ns In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or lf...

Page 333: ...inkage Lubricate the transmission shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional informat...

Page 334: ...is used to pull a trailer I DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY 84 000Miles 140 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steer...

Page 335: ...ontrol Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage Lubricate the transmission shift linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trail...

Page 336: ...n radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs except 5 7L Code P delivery service 0Inspect engine accesso...

Page 337: ...on Control Service DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE 96 000 Miles 160 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service C lLubricate the steering...

Page 338: ...e rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY 99 000 Miles 165000 km I7Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission...

Page 339: ...plugs 5 7L Code P engine only An Emission Control Service 0If you have not used yourvehicle under conditions of severe service and therefore have not changed your automatic transmission fluid change...

Page 340: ...cle usefullife We however urge that all recommendedmaintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance berecorded 7 500Miles 12 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or eve...

Page 341: ...on fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountai...

Page 342: ...ormation I I I 1 DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 30 000 Miles 50000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering link...

Page 343: ...x for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service delivery service Inspect engine accessory d...

Page 344: ...per rotation pattern and additional information DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 45 000 Miles 75000 km Change engineoil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service L...

Page 345: ...uent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service I f you do not useyour vehicle under any of these conditions change thefluid andfilter at 100 000miles I66 000 km Manual trans...

Page 346: ...occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the steering linkage Lubricate the transmission shift linkage or every 12months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotatio...

Page 347: ...In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or If you donot use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid andfilter at 100 00...

Page 348: ...ed An Emission Control Service engine An Emission Control Service Service Service DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 67 500 Miles 112 500 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occ...

Page 349: ...id and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous te...

Page 350: ...SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 90 000 Miles 150000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage Lubricate the transm...

Page 351: ...curs first See Engine Coolant in theIndex for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap delivery service An Emission Co...

Page 352: ...irst 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information DATE SERVICEDBY ACTUAL MILEAGE 100 000 Miles 166000 km 0Replace spark plugs 5 7L...

Page 353: ...oper coolant mix if necessary See Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check the windshield washerfluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid i...

Page 354: ...the engine immediatelyif it starts 3 On automatictransmissionvehicles try to start the enginein each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other positio...

Page 355: ...ing your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do th...

Page 356: ...u see anything that might keep a restraint system from doingits job have itrepaired Steering and Suspension Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension andsteering system for damaged loose or mis...

Page 357: ...and add if needed See Rear Axle in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the axle and repairit if needed Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hose...

Page 358: ...ngto GM Specification 1825Mor approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M GM PartNo 3634621 or equivalent USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT HydraulicBrake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid System GM...

Page 359: ...art No 1052358or equivalent where required See Rear Axle in theIndex GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent GC LB USAGE Hood Latch Assembly a Pivots and Spring Anchor b Release P...

Page 360: ...rformed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval Any additional informationfrom Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be addedon the following record pages Also...

Page 361: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 53...

Page 362: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING r 7 54...

Page 363: ...ncerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfxtion the following steps should betaken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealer management Normal...

Page 364: ...rolet Customer Assistance Center P 0 Box 7047 Troy MI48007 7047 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices When contacting Chevro...

Page 365: ...a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Toassist in resolving these disagreements Chevrolet voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE BBB AUTO L...

Page 366: ...For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5 100or the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that yo...

Page 367: ...isfaction Chevrolet has established the Chevrolet Geo Roadside Assistance Center REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this...

Page 368: ...e road Note Cmwtesy Care is available to Retail and Retail Lease Customersoperating 1994 and newer Chevrolet Geo vehicles for a period of 36 months 36 000 miles AllCourtesy Cure services must be pre a...

Page 369: ...anty repair up to5 days OR 0 Up to 30 maximum daily cab bus or other transportation allowance in lieu of rental for any overnight warranty repair upto 5 days OR 0 Up to 10 daily fuel allowance for rid...

Page 370: ...ervice Bulletins Service bulletins covering various subjects are regularly sent to all General Motors dealerships GM monitors product performancein the field When service methods are found which promo...

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Page 375: ...u See After it inflates 1 22 Air Bag When Should it Inflate 1 21 Aircleaner 6 18 Adding Hydraulic Clutch Fluid 6 26 Adding Power Steering Fluid 6 33 Air Bag System 1 20 Air Conditioning 3 3 Alignment...

Page 376: ...g In Emergencies 4 10 Break ln New Vehicle 2 14 Bulb Replacement 6 38 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp 6 44 Front Turn Signal Lamps 6 45 Headlamps 6 38 RearLamps 6 45 Rear Sidemarker Lamps 6 46 Canadian...

Page 377: ...rol of a Vehicle 4 5 Control Loss of 4 15 ConvertibleTop 2 80 ConvertibleTop Cleaning 6 64 ConvertibleTop To Lower Your 2 80 ConvertibleTop To Raise Your 2 83 Convex Outside Mirror 2 52 Coolant 6 28 C...

Page 378: ...Window 3 4 Electric Mirror Control 2 5 I Electrical Equipment Adding 6 68 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 6 70 Engine Coolant 6 28 Adding 6 29 Checking 6 29 Heater 2 20 6 i7 Temperature Gage 2 73 Exhau...

Page 379: ...26 French Language Manual 11 Front Ashtray 2 62 Front Console 2 58 Front Map Lamps 2 50 Front Seatback Latches 1 5 Front Towing Hookups 5 9 FrontTurn Signal Lamps Replacement 6 45 Fl ot Mats 2 52 Fuel...

Page 380: ...7 46 Key Release Button 2 I5 Keys 2 1 Lamps 2 47 Lamps OnReminder 2 47 Lamps Courtesy 2 49 Lamps DaytimeRunning 2 48 Lamps Front Map 2 50 Lamps Interior 2 49 Lane Change Indicator 2 38 Larger Children...

Page 381: ...5 Maintenance Schedule Schedule1 7 6 Schedule11 7 32 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light 2 74 ManualFrontSeat 1 1 Manual Transmission Fivespeed 2 25 Fourth Gear 4 Six Speed 2 26 Fluid...

Page 382: ...2 31 Park P Shifting Out of 2 33 Park P Position Automatic Transmission 2 22 Brake 2 29 Lots 2 12 Parking On Hills While Towing a Trailer 4 37 Over Things That Burn 2 34 Parking Brake 2 32 Your Vehic...

Page 383: ...Parts After a Crash 1 41 Retained Accessory Power 2 16 Reverse R Position Automatic Transmission 2 22 Reverse R Position Manual Five Speed 2 25 Reverse R Position Manual Six Speed 2 27 Right Front Pas...

Page 384: ...sion 2 2 1 Shift Speeds Manual Transmission 2 28 Shifting Five Speed Manual Transmission 2 25 Shifting Into Park P 2 3 1 Shifting Out of Park P 2 33 Shifting SixSpeedManual Transmission 2 26 Shifting...

Page 385: ...onvertibleTop 2 80 To Raise Your ConvertibleTop 2 83 TopStrap 1 32 TorqueLock 2 32 Torque Wheel Nut 5 35 6 74 Spare Compact 5 37 Towing a Trailer 4 3 1 Towing YourVehicle 5 6 Front 5 9 Rear 5 11 Trail...

Page 386: ...ng Lights Gauges and Indicators 2 67 Washing Your Vehicle 6 62 Water Driving Through Deep Standing 2 19 Weatherstrips 6 6235 Wheel Nut Torque 5 40 6 74 Wheel Replacement 6 56 Wheel Replacement Used 6...

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