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Chevrolet 1996 Camaro, Owner'S Manual

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Page 1: ...s2 g 5 GENUINE CHEVROLE e S M A N U A L...

Page 2: ...ions This section tells you what todo if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Here the manual tells you how to keep your Chevrolet running properly andlooking...

Page 3: ...your Chevrolet so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave thismanual in it so the new owner can use it Litho inU S A Part No 10275780A First...

Page 4: ...ed gearsfrom muking carriages to muking curs forming half the team thut gave birth to Chevrolet J mrolet the otherhalf ofthe I That year 2999 vehicles were produced A 4 team ut the wheel of his experi...

Page 5: ...t I I introduced the I Synchro Mesh I The legacy o f America 5 favorite sportscar I begun in 1953 when 319 hand assembled I I white Corvettes launched the I first use o f a fiberglass body in I a prod...

Page 6: ...arted a romance with the American public und was powered by un available fuel injected V 8 t J i m Perkins General Manager I I I I I I I 60S automotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks I like t...

Page 7: ...nual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warningsand Symbols You will find a number of safety cautionsin this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hur...

Page 8: ...the damage When you readother manuals youmight see Also in this book you will find these notices would not be covered by your warranty and it could NOTICE IThese mean there is something that could dam...

Page 9: ...ur passengers whenever your vehicle is driven DOOR LOCK UNLOCK FASTEN SEAT BELTS These symbols have to do with your lights SIGNALS e9 TURN RUNNING 0 DAYTIME a LAMPS FOG LAMPS 0 These symbols are on so...

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Page 12: ...ls This section tellsyou about the seats how to adjust them and also about reclining front seatbacks seatback latches and the foldingrear seatback Manual FrontSeat A CAUTION I I You can lose control o...

Page 13: ...There are two levers at the front of the driver s seat The left lever adjusts the seat forward and rearward The right lever adjusts the angle of the front of the seat To adjust the seats forward and...

Page 14: ...ol makes the back of the seat go up and down The center controlmakes the whole seat go up and down or forward and backward Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback liftthe lever on the outer s...

Page 15: ...r other injuries The lap belt can t do itsjob either In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause seriousinternal injuries...

Page 16: ...er backside of the seatback Thenthe seatback will fold forward When you return the seatback to its original position make sure the seatback is locked Thelatch must be down for the seat to work properl...

Page 17: ...wn to provide more storage space To fold the seatback down 1 Pull forward on both levers 2 Fold the seatback down To raise the seatback 1 Pull it up to the locked upright position 2 Be sure both latch...

Page 18: ...our safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too I Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckleup See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most st...

Page 19: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes I Takethe simplestvehicle Supposeit s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 20: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop Thcb person keeps going until stopped by something In I ea1vehicle it could be the windshield 1 9...

Page 21: ...panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts mak...

Page 22: ...elts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for salehas required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehiclethat has air bags you still have to buckleup to get the most protecti...

Page 23: ...s We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to we it properly 1 Close and l...

Page 24: ...make sure it is secure If the belt isn t longenough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able tounbuckle the saf...

Page 25: ...slid under it the belt would applyforce 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 b...

Page 26: ...loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way A CAUTION I You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury T...

Page 27: ...be seriouslyinjured if your belt is buckled in the wrong placelike this In a crash the belt wouldgo up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could causeseriousi...

Page 28: ...an be seriouslyinjured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would movetoo far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt wouldapply too...

Page 29: ...across the body A CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a beltis twisted make it straight so it can...

Page 30: ...t is out of the way If youslam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR System This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIR sy...

Page 31: ...ear side or low speed fmntal mashes Everyone inyour vehicle including the driver shouldwear a safetybelt properly whether or not there san air bag for that person A CAUT ON I Air bags inflate with gre...

Page 32: ...e system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag Sys...

Page 33: ...thing on or attach anything to the steering wheel or instrument panel Also don t put anything such as pets or objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel If somethingis bet...

Page 34: ...makes an air bag inflate In a frontal ornear frontal impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is suddenly stopping asa result of a crash The sensing system tri...

Page 35: ...tes there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people witha history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as itis...

Page 36: ...Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Chevrolet Air bags affect how your Chevrolet should be serviced There areparts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to...

Page 37: ...erly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to malung safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position The righ...

Page 38: ...crash And they can strike others in the vehiclewho are wearing safety belts Lap Idt lt The rearseats have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the bel...

Page 39: ...sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safe...

Page 40: ...ven fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These partsof the body are best able totake belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop...

Page 41: ...d babies should alwaysbe restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very young child ship bones are so...

Page 42: ...a crash During a crash a baby will becomeso heavy youcan t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued at only 25mph 40 km h a 12 1b 5 5 kg baby will suddenlybecome a 240 lb 110kg forceon your ar...

Page 43: ...u put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the righ...

Page 44: ...anchor isn t installed correctly it canmake a hole in the fuel tank either then or in a later collision Gasolinecould leak out and be ignited and people in the vehicle or outsideit could bebadly burne...

Page 45: ...r the child restraint 2 Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around t...

Page 46: ...ull up on the shoulder belt while 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different you push down on the child restraint directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle t...

Page 47: ...traint in the rear seat You llbe using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always m...

Page 48: ...if needed If the shoulderbelt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 5 Buckle the belt Make surethe release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle t...

Page 49: ...e child restraint directions to be sure itis secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it goback all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be re...

Page 50: ...t The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriouslyinjured A belt must be used by only one person at a time What if a child is wearing...

Page 51: ...way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap port...

Page 52: ...keep a safety belt system from doing itsjob have it repaired Torn or frayedsafety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apartunder impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one...

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Page 56: ...el and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem K ys Leaving young children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many rea...

Page 57: ...oors and all other locks When a new Camaro is delivered the dealer removes the plugs from the keys and gives them to the first owner Each plug has acode on it that tells your dealer or a qualified loc...

Page 58: ...r stop your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you willb...

Page 59: ...k or unlock both doors atonce Note Operating the power locks may affect the Vehicle and Content Theft DeterrenVAlann System if you have this option See Vehicle and Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System...

Page 60: ...sition To turn this feature on see Feature Customization in the Index Lockout Prevention Option To protect you from locking your keys in the vehicle this feature stops the power door locks from lockin...

Page 61: ...cluding interference that may cause undesired operation Should interference to this system occur try this Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructionson battery replacem...

Page 62: ...e and Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System you will have a fourth button on your transmitter This button is the panic button If you are involved in a panic situation press this button and your vehicle...

Page 63: ...not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matchedto it Have eachtransmitter you intend to match ready for the next steps To match transmitters to your vehicle 0 0 0 0 0 0 0...

Page 64: ...ime to change the battery To replace the battery in the Remote Lock Control transmitter 1 Carefully pry off the cover by inserting a dime or 2 Lift off the back cover similar object in a slot between...

Page 65: ...nd the hatch Make sure all windows are shut hrn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will force outside air into your vehicle See ComfortControl...

Page 66: ...e the switch The switch only works when the ignition switch is in RUN orACC or when RAP is present See Retained Accessory Power in the Index NOTICE If you put things in the hatchback area be sure they...

Page 67: ...Always do this Your steering wheel will belocked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key out also locks yourtransmission And remember to lock the doors Park in...

Page 68: ...lamp flashes for non threatening blows to the vehicleand a full two minute alarm for harder blows to the vehicle Its sensitivity can be adjusted if more or less sensitivity is desired Note If sensitiv...

Page 69: ...rs to close Once they are closed the system will arm chirp the horns twiceand flash the parking lamps If the hatch is open or ajarat the time the system is arming the horn will only chirp once Power D...

Page 70: ...or by pressing any button on the Remote Lock Control transmitter If you use your Remote Lock Control transmitter to silence the alarm additional things will happen depending upon which button you pres...

Page 71: ...remain on during this time If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be clean and dry wait about three minutes and try another ignition key Atthis time you may also want to check the fuse...

Page 72: ...Driver s Door Alarm Delay if equipped with Vehicle and Content Theft DeterrentIAlarm System Shock Sensor Enable if equipped with Vehicle and Content Theft Detement Alarm System To program features you...

Page 73: ...Interior lamps will come on whenever you remove the ignition key Mode 4 Both On This combines Mode 2 and 3 Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention Your vehicle comes with this feature set in...

Page 74: ...runtil you hear the number of chimes that correspond to themode selection you want Mode 1 All Off The headlamps will not flashand the horn will not sound to provideyou feedback that a lockhnlock comma...

Page 75: ...rol Transmitter Power Door Lock Switch Arming The system will arm itself after all doorsare closed Theft Deterrent Arming Verification Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 3 This means tha...

Page 76: ...s on and off until you hear the number of chimes that correspond to the mode selection you want Mode 1 Zero Delay and Shock Sensor Disabled The alarm will sound immediately if the driver s door is ope...

Page 77: ...ngs aren tyet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get newbrake linings Don t towa trailer during brea...

Page 78: ...ectrical power accessories and to displaysome instrument panelwarning and indicator lights START E Starts the engine When the engine starts release thekey The ignition switchwill return to RUN for nor...

Page 79: ...VIN atthe top left of your instrumentpanel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index Follow the proper steps to start the engine Automatic transmission Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL...

Page 80: ...flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it thereas you hold the key in STARTfor about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but the...

Page 81: ...t there When the engine starts let go of the key Use the accelerator pedal to maintain engine speed if you have to until your engine has run for a while stops it could be flooded with too much gasolin...

Page 82: ...heatershould be plugged in a minimum of four hoursprior to startingyour vehicle To Use the Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord 3 Plug it into a normal...

Page 83: ...leveris not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehiclecan roll Don t leave yourvehicle whenthe engine is running unlessyou have to If youhave left the engine running the vehicle can...

Page 84: ...his section REVERSE R Use this gear to back up NOTICE Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To...

Page 85: ...omy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE Here are some times you might choose DRIVE D instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE When driving on hilly winding roads When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gea...

Page 86: ...lythe accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in positionon a hill Maximum engine speed is limited to protect drivel...

Page 87: ...n the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the acceleratorpedal NOTICE Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicleis stopped Shiftingto REVERSE R while...

Page 88: ...REVERSE R To back up press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal If you shift from SIXTH 6 into REVERSE R the shift lev...

Page 89: ...FIRST 1 to FOURTH 4 only Once you are in FOURTH 4 you can press the clutch again and shift into another gear Follow the shift speeds onthis chart when theSKIP SHIFT light is on Computer Aided Manual T...

Page 90: ...ne 3800 W 6 13 1 6 21 28 32 37 Code K i ipeed 72 75 This chartshows when to shift the next higher gear for best fuel economy If your speed drops below 20 mph 30 km h or if the engine is not running sm...

Page 91: ...ended for continuous use Always use NORMALfor normal road conditions You may press 2ND GEAR STARTagain to turn off this feature Whenever you start your vehicle the transmission is in the NORMAL mode L...

Page 92: ...ease the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parkingbrake lever up until you can push in the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down NOTICE...

Page 93: ...e won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use thestepsthat follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a lkailer in the Index I Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the...

Page 94: ...verwasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much...

Page 95: ...e the shift leverbutton as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever intothe gear you wish If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift o...

Page 96: ...windows down to Have your vehicle fixed immediately or different modified improperly blow out any CO and Running Your Engine WhileYou re Parked AutomaticTransmission It s better not to park with the...

Page 97: ...door window Power Windows With power windows switches on the door control each window when the ignition is on or when RAP is present See Retained Accessory Power in the Index You can open the passenge...

Page 98: ...ou exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place The leveron...

Page 99: ...t thereuntil you complete your lane change The leverwill return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrowsdon t flash but just stay on a signal bulb may be burne...

Page 100: ...oser to LO the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the band to OFF...

Page 101: ...d wipe a few more times before stopping or returning to the previous setting I I A CAUl w w In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshieldis warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form...

Page 102: ...se control on slippery roads 0 Cruise control can be dangerous on If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional ASR system begins to limitwheel spin the cruise control will automatically dise...

Page 103: ...you set your cruise controlat a desired speed and then apply the brake or clutch pedal This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40kmh...

Page 104: ...ch time you do this you ll go 1mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the acceleratorpedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle...

Page 105: ...n Reminder If you turn the ignition to the OFFposition and leave the lamps on you will hear a chime lasting up to five seconds If the lamps are still on when you open the driver s door the chime will...

Page 106: ...en it s dark enough outside your front turn signal lamps will go out and your headlamps will come on The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on When it s bright enough outside...

Page 107: ...s will come on again If your vehicle is equipped with the Vehicle and Content Theft DeterrentIAlarm System and your fog lamp switch is on the fog lamps may flash along with the parking lamps to indica...

Page 108: ...Press any button on your Remote Lock Control transmitter 4 Turn the interior lamp switch fromOFF to ON 5 Open the hatch Delayed Illumination Option With delayed illumination when you open a door your...

Page 109: ...ositions Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 10minutes or until either door is opened Your power door unlock and remote hatch release features will wo...

Page 110: ...ush the tab for daytime driving Outside Manual Adjustable Mirror Adjust the passenger s side outside mirror by hand so that you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sittingin a comfortab...

Page 111: ...lly are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle onyour right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The power mirror control is on the d...

Page 112: ...y to lock and unlockit The glove box has a light inside Front Console You have a storage area for cassettetapes If you have a compact disc player you will have a storage area for compact discs in your...

Page 113: ...moved 2 Pull the panel toward you to unsnap it Then slide the close out panel along the groove in the trim panel Reverse the steps to install the panel The close out panel can be closed forhidden stor...

Page 114: ...ar yourcupholder I NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burninto your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smokingmaterials could set them on fire causingdamage To use the lighter push it i...

Page 115: ...o Be sure to follow the installation instructions included with the equipment The plug has three separate wires 0 The orange wire connectsto the battery 0 The pink wire connects to the ignition Power...

Page 116: ...one orboth lift off roof panels Don t try to remove the T top panels while the vehicle is moving Trying to remove a T top panel while the vehicle is moving could cause an accident The panel could fall...

Page 117: ...rear of the vehicle for storage I d CAU ON If a T toppanel is not stored properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver Peoplein the vehicle could be injured Whenever you...

Page 118: ...ect slot driver s or passenger s in the rear area of your vehicle Make sure the handle is open and facing you when you put it in the storage slot Push the handle closedto secure the panel in the slot...

Page 119: ...ls incorrectly installed may leak I NOTICE High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Neverspray water directly at the roof paneljoints This will cause leaks 1 Start with the panel...

Page 120: ...time you install the sunshades To do this first remove the T top with the sunshade installed and place it upside down on a table orbench Take care not to scratchthe glass L 5 Pull the sunshade back a...

Page 121: ...position ConvertibleTop The following procedures explain the proper operation of your convertible top Lowering Your ConvertibleTop NOTICE Don t leave your convertible out with the top down forany long...

Page 122: ...lower it NOTICE It is not recommendedto lower the top if the vehicle isout in cold weather 0 F 18OC or lower Or you may damage top components NOTICE Before loweringthe convertibletop into the storage...

Page 123: ...ible top you ll want toinstall the boot cover The three piece boot cover is stored in a bag in the trunk 3 Be sure no one or nothing is on or around the top Pushand hold DOWN or on theconvertibletop s...

Page 124: ...ust be in the ACC or RUN position Thenlower both sun visors and lower both windows at least3 i nches 8 cm If the boot cover is in place it must beremoved first 3 Install themiddle section of the cover...

Page 125: ...side pieces of the boot cover by lifting the rear of cover and sliding themout of their slots 4 Store each piece of the cover in its separate compartment in the storage bag store the bagin the trunk...

Page 126: ...hicle suffers a power loss such as a dead battery you can still raise the topmanually by rotating the valvein the left side of the trunk Open the trunk and find the tab alongthe left sidetrim panel Li...

Page 127: ...Instrument Panel 2 72...

Page 128: ...9 Remote Hatch Release 10 Cassette Tape Storage 11 Shift Lever 12 Parking Brake Lever 13 Cupholder 14 Storage Console and Compact Disc 15 Acceleration Slip Regulation ASR Storage Option Switch Option...

Page 129: ...luster is designed to let you know at a glancehow your vehicle is running You llknow how fast you re going your engine s rpms about how much fuel you have left and many other things you ll need to kno...

Page 130: ...river sdoor must show the old reading and whenthe new one was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your car has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To se...

Page 131: ...en there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you...

Page 132: ...r You can read battery voltage on your voltmeter If it reads lessthan 11volts or more than 16volts while your engine is running and it stays there you may have a problem with the electrical charging s...

Page 133: ...closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the lightis still on or if the anti lock brake system warning light is flashing have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning...

Page 134: ...ystem warning light flashing can lead to an accident After you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the anti lock brake system warning light stayson longe...

Page 135: ...spark controlwill continue to work The warning light will not come on when this happens The ASR system warning light may come on for the followingreasons If you turn the system off by pressing the but...

Page 136: ...el spin Slippery road driving conditions you should pulloff the road stop conditions may exist if the low traction light comes on your vehicle and turn off the engineas soon as possible so adjust your...

Page 137: ...g the LOW COOLANT indicator will light and remain lit until the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position Check the coolant level and add coolant as needed The LOW COOLANT light might stay on afte...

Page 138: ...an in correctly diagnosingany malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and...

Page 139: ...able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you just put fuel intoyour vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap Thediagnostic syst...

Page 140: ...per fuel toturn the light off If none of the above steps havemade the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagno...

Page 141: ...om neglected oil problemscan be costlyand is not covered by your warranty Low Oil I LOW OIL This warning light should come on while you are starting your engine If the light doesn t come on have it re...

Page 142: ...ut the fuel gage All these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage 0 0 0 0 Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank The fuel gage works only...

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Page 144: ...in your Chevrolet If you have the air conditioning option you can also controlcooling Your vehicle alsohas the flow through ventilation system described later in this section Fan ControlKnob FAN Turn...

Page 145: ...air through the windshield defroster vents and some of the air through the heater ducts Air Conditioning Option The air conditioning system uses the same controls as the heating system except that th...

Page 146: ...the desired speed Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it 1 Turn the air control knobto HEATER 2 Turn the fan control knob to the desired speed 3 Turn the tempera...

Page 147: ...rinlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicle in cold...

Page 148: ...about10minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes only You can alsoturn the defogger off by pressing the left side of the switch Do not attach anything li...

Page 149: ...is off See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Setting the Clock forAM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Press SET Within five seconds press and hold the SEEK down arrow until the correct hour ap...

Page 150: ...function Press and hold the up arrow and then thedown arrow to hear the next higher station for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop fora few seconds then go on to the next station VOL Tu...

Page 151: ...any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same 4 Whenever you press the same buttons the station time within five seconds you set will return Setting the Tone BASS Slide the lever up to hear more bass TREB...

Page 152: ...xt selection The tape will rapidly advance until it reaches the beginning of a selection Once it finds the selection it will change to play mode PROG RCL Press theupper knob tochange tape direction wh...

Page 153: ...torwill appear briefly on the display 3 Press one of the five pushbuttons within five seconds Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbu...

Page 154: ...equence REV Press and hold this button to return to a previously played passage rapidly Release the button to play the passage The counterreading will appear on the display FWD Press and hold this but...

Page 155: ...will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Playing the Radio VOLUME Turn the upper knob to turn the system on or off and to adjust the volume Volume increases when you...

Page 156: ...sired station 2 Press SET The SET indicator will appear on 3 Press any two adjoining pushbuttons at thesame 4 Whenever you press the same buttons the station the display time within five seconds you s...

Page 157: ...irection arrow to repeat the current selection or skip to the previous selection The tape will rapidly reverse until it reaches the beginning of a selection Once it finds the selection it will change...

Page 158: ...stay there Press the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there SCAN Press this button to hear each station for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds the...

Page 159: ...e disc should begin playing If you re driving on a very rough road or if it s veryhot the disc may not play and ERR error may appear on the display Press RECALL to take ERR off the display When things...

Page 160: ...the disc and switch to the radio The disc will start playing track one when you reinsert it Theft Deterrent Feature Delco Loc II is a security feature forthe compact disc player It may be used or igno...

Page 161: ...your audio system is secured If shows on the display your system is not secured You must restart the entire procedure again from Step4 Unlocking the 1 Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pau...

Page 162: ...radiowill remain secured until the correct code is entered When battery power is givento a secured radio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on thedisplay Understanding Radio Reception FM Ste...

Page 163: ...hanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants directsunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may notoperate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your ta...

Page 164: ...t cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or...

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Page 166: ...Belts in the Index Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are goin...

Page 167: ...alcohol There aregood medical psychological and developmental reasons for theselaws The obvious way to solve thishighway safety problem is forpeople never to drinkalcohol and then drive But what if pe...

Page 168: ...other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers inthe United States is 0 04percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after threeto six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve s...

Page 169: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to thebrain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person...

Page 170: ...ime Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or...

Page 171: ...der to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal wil...

Page 172: ...ls is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The...

Page 173: ...ion Light in the Index ASR Acceleration Slip Regulation System Option LTl V8 Engine Your vehicle may have a traction control system called ASR that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slipp...

Page 174: ...ry road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the ASR system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow...

Page 175: ...reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driv...

Page 176: ...the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck st...

Page 177: ...eason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder whi...

Page 178: ...s it s all right to pass providingthe road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approachingtraffic 0 Do not get too c...

Page 179: ...ver has asked In any emergency don tgive up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive driver...

Page 180: ...raking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slipperyuntil your vehicle isskidding Learn to recogniz...

Page 181: ...river may require at least twice as much light to seethe same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright su...

Page 182: ...ed objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and ar...

Page 183: ...ey show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car wa...

Page 184: ...a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is toslow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water wat...

Page 185: ...me and energy See the next part Freeway Driving 0 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green andjust before...

Page 186: ...o the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance overyour shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on...

Page 187: ...done before startingout Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealershipsall across North America They ll be ready andwilling to help if you needit Here are some thin...

Page 188: ...ou do abouthighway hypnosis First be aware that it canhappen Then here are sometips 0 0 0 Make sureyour vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably coolinterior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road a...

Page 189: ...ng downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Yourbrakes w i l l have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You wouldthen have poorbrak...

Page 190: ...pe for winter You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk I Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag somewinter outer clothing a small sh...

Page 191: ...wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or l...

Page 192: ...sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice...

Page 193: ...engine to keep warm but be careful Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can causedeadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t seeit orsmelli...

Page 194: ...do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Loading Your Vehicle OCCUPANTS VEHICLECAP WT TIRE LOADING INFORMATION FRT CTR RR TOTAL LBS KG MAX LOADING GVWR SAME AS VEHICLE...

Page 195: ...GVWRfor your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for eitherthe front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 100lbs 45kg in your rear area...

Page 196: ...ou need to If you don t usethe correct equipmentand drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You...

Page 197: ...e at relatively higher speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do DecideTo Pull A T...

Page 198: ...tures But even that can be too heavy It depends onhow you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all im...

Page 199: ...t carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 of the total loaded trailer weight B If you have a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 of the total loaded trailer weig...

Page 200: ...waysattach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross thesafety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated fromthe hitch Instru...

Page 201: ...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 that the lamps andany trailer brakes are stillworkin...

Page 202: ...r When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your Chevrolet dealer The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you si...

Page 203: ...XTH 6 gear Just drivein FOURTH 4 gear FIFTH 5 gear if you have a six speed manual transmission or as you need to a lower gear Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer at...

Page 204: ...owing Your vehicle will need service more oftenwhen you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Thingsthat are especially important in trailer operation are automatictransmi...

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Page 208: ...hazard warning flasherslet you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lampswill flash on and off Press the button in to make your front and rear turn...

Page 209: ...hicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may wantto use another vehicle and somejumper cables to start your Chevrolet But please follow the steps below to do it safely A CAUTION Batteries...

Page 210: ...h vehicles can be damaged 2 3 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t...

Page 211: ...s and some have been blinded Use a flashlightif you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the Delco Freedom battery installed in every new GM vehicle Buti...

Page 212: ...tive will goto negative or a metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll geta short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too I A CAUTION Fans or other moving engine p...

Page 213: ...the negative cable doesn t go tothe dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the d...

Page 214: ...modified since it was factory new by adding aftermarket items like fog lamps aero skirting or special tires and wheels these instructions and illustrations may not be correct Before you do anything t...

Page 215: ...elp avoidinjury to you or others 0 Never let passengersride in a vehicle that is 0 Never towfaster thansafe or posted speeds 0 Never tow with damagedparts not fully secured 0 Never getunder your vehic...

Page 216: ...ension components When your vehicleis being towed havethe ignition key turned to the OFFposition The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for t...

Page 217: ...Front Towing Attach T hook chains to slots in frame rearward of front v TowLimits 35mph 55km h 50 miles 80km wheels on both sides E 5 10...

Page 218: ...hoses or the ABS sensor and wiring NOTICE Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damagecan occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment contact To help avoid da...

Page 219: ...maged Use wheellift or car carrier equipment Additional ramping may berequired for car carrier equipment Use safety chainsand wheel straps Towing a vehicle over rough surfacescould damage a vehicle Da...

Page 220: ...hook chains in front of rear wheels in the bottom of frame rail on both sides Attach a separate safety chain around each outboard end of the rear axle I NOTICE Take care notto damage the brake pipes a...

Page 221: ...hearsteam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Waituntil there is no sign of steam or coolant before opening the hood If you keep driving when you...

Page 222: ...3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shiftto the highest gearwhile driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or DRIVE D for automatic transmissions If you no longer havethe overheat warning yo...

Page 223: ...3 Electric Engine Fan If the coolant insidethe coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down V6 Engine d CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up even when th...

Page 224: ...them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could loseall coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could beburned Get any leak fixed befor...

Page 225: ...can be dangerous Plain water or someother liquid like alcohol can boil beforethe proper coolant mix will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix With CAUTION Continued...

Page 226: ...ts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at FULL COLD start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you ca...

Page 227: ...nder pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can comeout at high speed Never turn the capwhen the cooling system including the radiatorpressure cap is hot Wait for the co...

Page 228: ...e cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to st...

Page 229: ...he radiator with the proper mix up to the base of the fillerneck 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to FULL COLD 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap...

Page 230: ...adiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the propermix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time...

Page 231: ...the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot T u r n the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Do...

Page 232: ...oper mix Add coolant until you see a 5 Close the bleed valves 6 Continue to fill the radiator up to the base of the 7 Rinse or wipe the spilled coolant fromthe engine and compartment 8 Start the engin...

Page 233: ...ows on the cap lineup like this 10 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the proper level For a complete drain flush and refill see your Chevrolet dealer ora Chevrolet Service Manual To purchase a se...

Page 234: ...nt the vehicleto go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake toa stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows howto use your jacking equipment...

Page 235: ...rear area behind the trim panel First you must remove the close out panel See Close Out Panel in the Index Find the plastic screw heads in the trim panel over the spare tire Use a coin or akey to turn...

Page 236: ...t and adapter and pull out the spare See Compact SpareTire later in this section for more information aboutthe compact spare To remove thejack and wheel wrench loosen and remove the bolt and remove th...

Page 237: ...e tools you ll be using include thejack A and wheel wrench B The jack has a bolt at the end Attach the wheel wrench to the jack bolt Turn the wheel wrench to the right to raise the lift head a little...

Page 238: ...If your wheel has a center cap pry it off using the wheel wrench If your vehicle has a bolt on wheel cover loosen the plastic caps using the wheel wrench and remove the wheel cover 5 31...

Page 239: ...ket of the wheel wrench Remove the locking wheel nut by turning counterclockwise Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove th...

Page 240: ...ous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could bebadly injured orkilled Never getunder a vehicle whenit is supported only bya jack NOTICE Raising your vehicle withthe jackimproperly positioned willda...

Page 241: ...nch clockwise Raise the vehicle farenough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 4 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel...

Page 242: ...o the vehicle In an emergency youcan use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure touse ascraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off A CAUTION Never use oil or gr...

Page 243: ...correct wheel nuts orimproperly tightened wheel nuts cancause the wheel to become loose and even comeoff This could lead to an accident Be sure touse the correctwheel nuts If you have to replace them...

Page 244: ...Storethe wheel coverin the rear area u til you havethe flat tire repairedor replaced F I NOTICE Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a...

Page 245: ...e 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 Size...

Page 246: ...h a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in caseyou need it again When the compact spare is on the rear axle the optional ASR system will cycle andlimit a...

Page 247: ...Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can helpyou get out when you re stuck but you must use caution A...

Page 248: ...ll clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has ASR you should turn the system off See ASR System in the Index Then shiftback and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or with a ma...

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Page 252: ...how to check important fluid and lubricant levels There is also technical information about yourvehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care Service Your Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best...

Page 253: ...theIndex You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the dateof any servicework you perform See Maintenance Record inthe Index T I CAT J You can be injured andyour vehicl...

Page 254: ...ar If the octane isless than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it sbad enough it can damage your engine If you re using fuel rated at the recommended octane or higher andyou stil...

Page 255: ...ith the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal partsi nyour fuel system and also damage plastic and rub...

Page 256: ...nd smoking materials away from gasoline To take off the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise I A _____ N If you get gasoline on yourself and then somethingignites it you could be badlyburne...

Page 257: ...you needa new cap be sure toget the right type Yourdealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit and your fuel tank and emissions systemmight be damaged Checking Things Under th...

Page 258: ...e To open the hood first pullthe handle inside the lower left sideof your vehicle n 1 J Then go to the front of the ve hicleand pull up on the hood release located at the centerarea of the hood Lift t...

Page 259: ...ngine Coolant Reservoir B Battery C Oil Fill Cap D Automatic Transmission Dipstick Option E Engine Fan F Windshield Washer Reservoir G Power Steering Reservoir H Engine Oil Dipstick I Brake Fluid Rese...

Page 260: ...ngine Coolant Reservoir B Power Steering Reservoir C Engine Oil Dipstick D Battery E Engine Oil Fill Cap F Automatic Transmission Dipstick Option G Fan H Windshield Washer Reservoir I Brake Fluid Rese...

Page 261: ...il level right away For more information see Low Oil Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder The engineoil dipstick handleis the yellow loop near...

Page 262: ...into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remo...

Page 263: ...l somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking forthe Starbu...

Page 264: ...YMBOL SAE 1OW 30 30 REO COLD WEATHER I DO NOT USE SAE 2OW 50 OR ANYOTHER GRADE OIL NOTRECOMMENDED 5 7L LT1 Code P As shown in the chart unless you have the 3 8L engine SAE 5W 30 is best for yourvehicl...

Page 265: ...OW 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it sgoing tobe colder than 60 F 16 C before your next oil change When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These numbers on an oil co...

Page 266: ...filter every 7 500miles 12 500 km or 12months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used O...

Page 267: ...Air Clt 3800 L36 Code K 5 7L LT1 Code P Refer to the Maintenance Schedule todetermine when to replace the air filter See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index...

Page 268: ...the engine withthe air cleaner off can cause you or othersto be burned The air cleaner not only cleansthe air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you coul...

Page 269: ...2 Disconnect the plastic clamp on the duct Pull apart the connection 3 Pull the air cleaner straightup Unclamp the metal clips 6 18...

Page 270: ...k m if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses su...

Page 271: ...e While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 Fto 200 F 82 C to 93 C Checking TransmissionFluid Hot Get the vehicle warmed up by...

Page 272: ...e shift lever in PARK P With your foot onthe brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three secondsin each range Then positionthe shift lever in PARK P Let the engine...

Page 273: ...ipstick The transaxle fluid handle isthe red loop near the back of the engine 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe itwith a clean rag or 2 Push it back in all theway wait three seconds and paper towel the...

Page 274: ...d onlyafter checking the transmission fluid HOT A COLD check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot c...

Page 275: ...ur transmission fluid Check thefluid level only when your engine isoff the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case...

Page 276: ...h master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid See Owner Checks and Services and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index How to Check The proper fluid should be added ifthe level is below...

Page 277: ...The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If youhave a problem with engine overheatingor if you need to add coolant to your radiator see Engine Overheating in t...

Page 278: ...the proper coolant mix With plain water or the wrong mix your engine could get toohot butyou wouldn t getthe overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50...

Page 279: ...on the dipstick should be up to HOT or a little higher 1 If this light comes on it means you re low on 5 7L LTl Engine Only Adding Coolant to e Recovery Tank If you need more coolant add the proper m...

Page 280: ...you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant containsethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Radiator Pressure Cap All Engines NOTICE Y...

Page 281: ...perature When you replace your thermostat an AC thermostat is recommended Power Steering Fluid 3800 L36 Engine When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering...

Page 282: ...uld be at the C or FULLCOLD mark What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid touse See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Alwaysuse the proper fluid Failur...

Page 283: ...dy to use washer fluid Water can causethe solutionto freeze and damage your washer fluidtank and other partsof the washer system Also water doesn t cleanas well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluidt...

Page 284: ...n t work well or won t work atall So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluidwon t correct a leak If you add fluid when your liningsare worn then you ll have toomuch fluid w...

Page 285: ...only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 GM Part No 1052535 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it cAU 1 u With the...

Page 286: ...ppearance Care in the Index Unless you have the four wheel disc brake option your Chevrolet has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pi...

Page 287: ...tly If you drive in that way then very carefully make a few moderate brake stops about every1 000miles 1 600 km so your brakes will adjust properly If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal yo...

Page 288: ...workingaround a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealerto learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in theIndex Halog...

Page 289: ...ad screws at the end of the aiming ring 2 The aiming ring will swing open like a gate Remove the aiming ring from the assembly Place it face down with the aim indicator up Be careful not to damage the...

Page 290: ...the wiring connector into the headlampsocket Snap the locking tabs onto the socket 6 Place the new headlamp in the headlampassembly The socket must be pointing in the same direction the socketon the b...

Page 291: ...5mini quad headlamp system Theseheadlamps have horizontal and vertical aim indicators The aim hasbeen pre set at the factory and should need no further adjustment If your vehicle is damaged in an acci...

Page 292: ...ove plus 0 4 degrees If you find that the headlamp aimingneeds adjustment follow these steps To adjust the aim of your headlamps 1 Move your vehicle to a level surface Usea spirit level to be sure Be...

Page 293: ...izontal aiming screw until the pointer is lined up withthe 0 zero 5 Now adjust the vertical aim Check the vertical aim 6 Turn the vertical aiming screw until the bubble in the for each headlamp and ad...

Page 294: ...the vehicle Move the deflector out of the way 2 Turn and pull out the socket andthe bulb 3 Pull out the bulb 4 Reverse the stepswith a new bulb Replacing thebulb 1 Remove the two screws in the stoplam...

Page 295: ...ll the carpet back 3 Remove the wing nuts 4 Pull the assembly off from the outside 5 To remove asocket with a tab press the tab and turn the socket counterclockwise To remove a socket without a tab tu...

Page 296: ...ulb 1 Remove the screwfrom the sidemarkerassembly 2 To pull out the bulb housing tilt the housing to remove the tabbed end 3 Turn counterclockwise and pull out the socketand 4 Pull out the bulb the bu...

Page 297: ...mbly down To replace the wiper blade element refer to the wiper blade assembly replacement instructions To replace the element follow these steps 1 Locate the heel end of the wiper blade assembly that...

Page 298: ...oklet for details Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloadingyour tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could CAUTION Continued PA T T i have an ai...

Page 299: ...old inflation pressures to those listedon the Tire Loading Information label NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that underinnation or overinflationis all right It s not If your tires don t have enough a...

Page 300: ...00miles 10 000 to 13000 km for any signsof unusual wear If unusual wear is present rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It s...

Page 301: ...rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index IRust or...

Page 302: ...f the damage Buying New Tires To find out what land and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was newhad a Tire Performance Crit...

Page 303: ...uality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10to 12inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited prod...

Page 304: ...to sudden tire failure The gradeC corresponds to a level of performance which all passengercar tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher le...

Page 305: ...eplace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your Chevrolet model Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bol...

Page 306: ...hains They can damageyour vehicle If you have other tires usetire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chainsthat arethe proper sizefor your tires Install them onth...

Page 307: ...unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach 0 Reducing Agents Cleaning the Insideof Your Chevrolet Use a vacuum cleaner oftento get rid of d...

Page 308: ...potsand stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap If you need to use a solvent Gently scrape excess soil from the trimmaterial with a clean dull knifeor scraper Use very little cleane...

Page 309: ...needed clean lightly with solvent type cleaner Combination Stains Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknownstains can be removed as follows Carefully scrape off excess stain...

Page 310: ...see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry IA CAUTIGlv I Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they...

Page 311: ...Wiper blades should be checked ona regular basis and replaced when worn Weatherstrips Silicone greaseon weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grea...

Page 312: ...sidue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your Chevrolet has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat...

Page 313: ...le s painted finish completely dry before you lower it it could leave streaks If you decide to go through an automatic car wash ask themanager if the equipment could damage your top Aluminum Wheels If...

Page 314: ...rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flushthese materials from the underbody wit...

Page 315: ...Appearance Care Materials Chart 6 64...

Page 316: ...e your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth characterin yourVIN is the eng...

Page 317: ...iring is protected by a circuit breaker An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshi...

Page 318: ...isbroken or melted replacethe fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size Main Fuse Block If you ever havea problem on the road and don t havea spare fuse you can borrow on...

Page 319: ...e TURN B U Performance Traction Control Fuse PCM BATT RADIO ACCY TAIL LTS HVAC PWR ACCY COURTESY GAGES AIR BAG Usage Powekrain Control Module PCM Fuel Pump Relay Remote Compact Disc Changer Radio Powe...

Page 320: ...smission Wiper Motor Assembly WiperNVasher Switch Power Windows Switch RH LH Express Down Module Coolant Level Latching Module Convertible Top Switch Fuse Iff DIMMER RADIO Usage Door Illumination Lamp...

Page 321: ...se the fuses R HDLP DR L HDLP DR ABS VLV ABS BAT AIR PUMP Usage Anti Lock Brake System Daytime Running Lamp Module Headlamp Switch Cooling Fan Relay Exhaust Gas Recirculation EVAP Canister Purge Solen...

Page 322: ...on Brake Switch V6 VIN K ElectronicIgnition Control Module V8 VIN P Ignition Coil Module Crankshaft Position Sensor Ignition Coil Air Conditioning Compressor Relay Cruise Control Switches and Module R...

Page 323: ...74 Fog 885 Front Parking and Turn Signal 3057 GloveBox 194 Headlamp Low Beam H 435 1 Headlamp High Beam H 4352 HeaterandA CControl 37 High BeamIndicator 161 Indicator Lights 161 InteriorDoorHandle 74...

Page 324: ...hes 610mm Capacities Approximate The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions l i Air Conditioning See the refngerant information label under the hood Automatic Tra...

Page 325: ...cle needs refrigerant be surethe proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your Chevrolet dealer Vehicle Dimensions Length 193 2 inches 4 908 mm Width 74 1 inches 1 883 mm Height 51 3 inches 1...

Page 326: ...VIN Engine Code P CV895C RadiatorCap RC24 Spark Plug VIN Engine CodeK AC Type41 601 0 060 Gap VIN Engine Code P ACTypeR45LTSP 0 050 Gap Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refriger...

Page 327: ...NOTES 6 76...

Page 328: ...rantyand OwnerAssistance booklet or your Chevrolet dealerfor details Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condit...

Page 329: ...elp keepyour vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic MaintenanceInspections explains important inspections that your Chevrolet dealer s service department or another qualified service center should...

Page 330: ...Chevroletdealer This parttells you the maintenance servicesyou should have doneand when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and suppor...

Page 331: ...00Miles 10000 km Chassis Lubrication Change or3 months whichever occurs first or 6 months whichever occurs first Short TriplCity Intervals At 6 000Miles 10 000 km Then Every 12 000Miles 20 000 km Tire...

Page 332: ...mited Slip Differential At 7 500 Miles 12500 km Then Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000Miles 25000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 30 000 Miles 5000...

Page 333: ...s determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warrantyor limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that...

Page 334: ...occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation inthe Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull atrailer...

Page 335: ...railer DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you are d...

Page 336: ...mission fluid doesn t require change 18 000 Miles 30 000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate the steering linkage orevery 6 m...

Page 337: ...Control Service DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICED BY 24 000 Miles 40 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steeringlinkage o...

Page 338: ...filter or every 3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occursfirst I 7 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is...

Page 339: ...O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any o f these condition...

Page 340: ...n trolService DATE SERVICEDB Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 36 000 Miles 60000 km 0Change engine oil andfilter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or...

Page 341: ...0000 km 0Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire...

Page 342: ...he outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32O C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service I f you do not us...

Page 343: ...rol Service 0Lubricate thesteering linkage or every 6 months whicheveroccurs first 0Change the rearaxle gear lubricant if vehicle is usedto pull a trailer DATE ACTUALMILEAGE 3 SERVICED BY 51 000 Miles...

Page 344: ...whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pu...

Page 345: ...ity traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doingfrequent trailer towing Uses such as foundin taxi police or delivery service I...

Page 346: ...110000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steeringlinkage or every 6 months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires See T...

Page 347: ...trol Service DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 72 000Miles 120000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service Lubricate the steeringlinkage or e...

Page 348: ...outside temperature regularly reaches90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi policeor delivery service lJ youdo not use your...

Page 349: ...or every 6 months whichever occursfirst 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information 0Change therear axle gearlubricant if vehicle...

Page 350: ...Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whicheveroccurs first 0Change the rearaxle gear lubricant if vehicle is used to pull a trailer ACTUAL MILEAGE 1 SERVICED B Y 87 000Mil...

Page 351: ...sionfluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90O F 32O C or higher In hill Ior molmtai...

Page 352: ...s as needed An Emission Control Service 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in theIndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information I I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 1 93 000 Miles 155000...

Page 353: ...trol Sewice 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 6 months whichever occursfirst 0Change the rear axle gear lubricant vehicle is used topull a trailer if DATE SERVICEDB Y ACTUALMILEAGE 99 000 Miles...

Page 354: ...iator condenser pressure capand neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service 0Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service 0Replace spark plugs An Emission Co...

Page 355: ...ior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded 7 500Miles 12 500 k...

Page 356: ...r if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When d...

Page 357: ...I ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED B Y I 30 000 Miles 50000 km 0Change engine oil andfilter or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steering linkage or every 12 mont...

Page 358: ...e An Emission Control Service or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 37 500Miles 62 500 km 0Change engine o...

Page 359: ...le under any of these conditions change thefluid andfilter at 100 000miles 166 000 km Mapual transmission fluiddoesn t require change 45 000 Males 75000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12mon...

Page 360: ...UAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 60 000 Miles 100000 km Change engine oil andfilter or every 12 months whicheveroccurs first 7 Lubricate the steering linkage or every 12 months whichever occurs first 17Change...

Page 361: ...ervice 0Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission ControlService DATE ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDB Y 67 500 Miles 112 50...

Page 362: ...r if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or moreof these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90O F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When d...

Page 363: ...ACTUALMILEAGE SERVICEDBY 90 000Miles 150 000 km 0Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0Lubricate the steeringlinkage or every 12 months whic...

Page 364: ...s for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service DATE SERVICED B Y ACTUAL MILEAGE 97 500 Miles 162 500 km 0Change engine oil andfilter o...

Page 365: ...ator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service 0Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service 0Replace spark plugs An Emissio...

Page 366: ...ne oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Ch k Check the engine coolant leveiand add the proper coolant mix if necessary See...

Page 367: ...ate a problem Check the system and repair if needed Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level addif needed See Automatic Transmission in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a pro...

Page 368: ...t the shift lever in NEUTRAL N push the clutch downhalfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when th...

Page 369: ...icle facing downhill Keeping your foot onthe regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake With the enginerunning and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the re...

Page 370: ...t fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust inthe Index Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses andhave them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittin...

Page 371: ...ate free antifreeze conforming toGM Specification 6277M See Engine Coolant in the Index Havoline DEX COOL USAGE Coolant Supplement Sealer Hydraulic Brake System Hydraulic Clutch System Power Steering...

Page 372: ...nd 2 ounces 59 ml of Limited Slip Differential Lubricant Additive GM PartNo 1052358 or equivalent where required See Rear Axle in the Index GC LB GC LB USAGE Windshield Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assem...

Page 373: ...ided after themaintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance r...

Page 374: ...Maintenance Rc ord I I ODOMETER I I DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 47...

Page 375: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING 7 48...

Page 376: ...ODOMETER READING Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 49...

Page 377: ...Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 50...

Page 378: ...ublicationsand how to reportany safety defects This section includes informationon 0 0 0 0 0 The Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Roadside Assistance Co...

Page 379: ...e owner of the dealership or the General Manager STEPTWO If after contactinga member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot beresolved by the dealership without further help contact t...

Page 380: ...let MotorDivision Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of Canadian and GM Overseas offices...

Page 381: ...mechanical problems If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone our advisorshave access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however some s...

Page 382: ...d by Chevrolet Roadsideor dealer ServiceManagement Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverageprovided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reservesthe right to m...

Page 383: ...rranty repair completed during the same day Up to 30 maximum dailyvehicle rental allowance for any overnight warranty repair up to five days OR Up to 30 maximum daily cab bus or other transportation a...

Page 384: ...Our experience has shown that if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this sectionis very successf...

Page 385: ...s may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state run arbitration program or in the courts For further information contact the BBB at 1 800 955 5100 or the Chevrolet Customer As...

Page 386: ...s we certainly hope you ll notify us Pleasecall us at 1 800 222 1020or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy Michigan 48007 7047 In Canada please call u...

Page 387: ...better service Service bulletins may involve any number of vehicles Some will describe inexpensive service others will describe expensive service Some will advise of new or unexpected conditions and...

Page 388: ...NOTES 8 11...

Page 389: ...NOTES 8 12...

Page 390: ...6 26 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 79 4 6 Brakes 4 6 Anti Theft Radio 3 17 Appearancecare 6 56 Appearance Care Materials 6 64 Arbitration Program 8 7 Ashtrays 2 59 ASR Control Off Button 4 9...

Page 391: ...eature 3 17 Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb Replacement 6 43 Certification Label 4 30 Chains Safety 4 35 Chains Tire 6 55 Changing a Flat Tire 5 27 Check Gages Light 2 87 Checking Your RestraintSyst...

Page 392: ...Defrosting 3 4 Clutch Hydraulic 6 25 Compact Spare Tire 5 39 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users 8 3 DelayedIllumination 2 53 Dimensions Vehicle 6 74 Dolby B Noise Reduction 3 14 Door DELCO L...

Page 393: ...Delayed Illumination 2 18 Last Door Closed LockingLockout Prevention 2 18 Remote Lock Control Verification 2 19 Theft Deterrent Arming Method 2 20 Theft Deterrent Arming Verification 2 20 Fifth Gear M...

Page 394: ...earing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 3 Heating 3 3 High Beam Headlamps 2 44 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 HillandMountain Roads 4 23 Hitches Trailer 4 35 Hood Checking Things Under 6 6 Release 6 7 Horn 2 42...

Page 395: ...2 53 Leaving YourVehicle 2 5 Locks 2 3 Key Lock Cylinder Service 7 40 PowerDoor 2 4 Steering ColumnLockCheck 7 42 Low Coolant Light 2 82 LowOilLight 2 86 LowTractionLight 2 81 4 8 Lubricants and Fluid...

Page 396: ...Spotting Chemical 6 63 Park Automatic Transmission 2 28 Shifting Into 2 38 Shifting Out of 2 40 Parking AtNight 2 12 Brake 2 36 Brake Mechanism Check 7 42 Lots 2 12 Over Things ThatBurn 2 40 With a T...

Page 397: ...e ManualTransmission 2 32 2 33 RightFrontPassengerPosition 1 26 Roadside Assistance 8 4 RoadsideAssistance Canadian 8 6 Rocking YourVehicle 5 41 Child 1 32 Head 1 4 safety Belt Extender 1 41 SafetyBel...

Page 398: ...ark 2 40 SignalingTurns 2 44 SIR 1 19 Sixth Gear Manual Transmission 2 33 Skip Shift Light 2 34 Skidding 4 14 Sound Equipment Adding 3 20 Spare Tire Compact 5 39 Specifications and Capacities 6 73 Spe...

Page 399: ...Wheel Nut 5 37 6 73 TowingaTrailer 4 31 Towing Your Vehicle 5 7 Trailer Brakes 4 35 Driving on Grades 4 38 DrivingWith 4 36 Hitches 4 35 Maintenance When Towing 4 39 Parking on Hills 4 38 SafetyChains...

Page 400: ...g Devices 5 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 75 Washer Fluid Windshield 2 46 6 3 1 Washing Your Vehicle 6 6 1 Weatherstrips 6 60 Wheel Alignment 6 53 Nut Torque 5 37 6 73 Replacement 6 54 Wren...

Page 401: ...NOTES 9 12...

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