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When you open the hood of the 5.7L V8 engine you’ll see:

A. Engine Coolant Reservoir

B. Battery

C. Engine Oil Dipstick

D. Engine Oil Fill Cap

E. Automatic Transmission Fluid

Dipstick (If Equipped)

F. Engine Cooling Fans

G. Windshield Washer

Fluid Reservoir

H. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
J. Brake Fluid Reservoir
K. Clutch Fluid Reservoir

(If Equipped)

Summary of Contents for 1999 Camaro

Page 1: ...rent conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the man...

Page 2: ...whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the...

Page 3: ...1912 That year 2999 vehicles were produced Welcome to the largest automotive family in the world the family of Chevrolet owners You have selected a vehicle designed engineered and crafted by teamwork...

Page 4: ...in a production car The Chevrolet blend of value and performance has become an American tradition whether bred for the racetrack like the legendary Corvette and Camaro or created for the pleasure of...

Page 5: ...njected V8 Your new Chevrolet continues a tradition of quality and value 60 s automotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks like the Corvette Sting Ray the sporty Camaro and powerplants like the...

Page 6: ...he manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that co...

Page 7: ...something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you re...

Page 8: ...symbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER...

Page 9: ...ols 1 6 Safety Belts They re for Everyone 1 11 Here are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use Du...

Page 10: ...driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving...

Page 11: ...t it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place To raise or lower the entire seat lift the lever under the right front of the seat and le...

Page 12: ...the seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to its original upright position But don t...

Page 13: ...juries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Front Seatback Latches The front seatbacks fold f...

Page 14: ...t of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he o...

Page 15: ...to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do h...

Page 16: ...yellowblue 1 8 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 17: ...yellowblue 1 9 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Page 18: ...trument 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 b...

Page 19: ...so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buck...

Page 20: ...icle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Cl...

Page 21: ...plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuc...

Page 22: ...elt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of th...

Page 23: ...belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase...

Page 24: ...ION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This coul...

Page 25: ...u can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would appl...

Page 26: ...is twisted across the body 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 belt is twisted make it straight...

Page 27: ...oor on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously...

Page 28: ...their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your s...

Page 29: ...gh your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Ne...

Page 30: ...lue 1 22 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger...

Page 31: ...that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inf...

Page 32: ...es it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument pan...

Page 33: ...belt usage at deployment D Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service Some modules al...

Page 34: ...and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle...

Page 35: ...belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up...

Page 36: ...a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or e...

Page 37: ...belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt sho...

Page 38: ...ined while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your v...

Page 39: ...ild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck i...

Page 40: ...l a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240...

Page 41: ...s When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used...

Page 42: ...estraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in...

Page 43: ...hese forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a...

Page 44: ...o 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however...

Page 45: ...rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CA...

Page 46: ...dealer to install the top strap anchor using a special kit the dealer can obtain that has the correct anchor hardware and installation instructions for vehicles built for sale in the United States Th...

Page 47: ...ware and the cost of installation is free You can install the anchor yourself using the instructions provided in the kit but CAUTION The place where the anchor has to go is quite close to your fuel ta...

Page 48: ...restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safe...

Page 49: ...ever had to 4 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to...

Page 50: ...has Next Generation frontal air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in the rear s...

Page 51: ...ound the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the...

Page 52: ...t unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children Children who have...

Page 53: ...jured A belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Mov...

Page 54: ...belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits...

Page 55: ...that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed g...

Page 56: ...yellowblue 1 48 NOTES...

Page 57: ...tion Positions 2 25 Starting Your Engine 2 28 Engine Coolant Heater Canada Only 2 29 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 33 Manual Transmission Operation 2 37 Parking Brake 2 38 Shifting Into PARK P Au...

Page 58: ...a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move...

Page 59: ...our dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra door keys Keep the plugs in a safe place If you lose your door keys you ll be able to have new ones made using these plugs If you need a new ignit...

Page 60: ...ed Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your door key I...

Page 61: ...or Closed Locking If Equipped If you have power door locks you can program your vehicle to have a delayed locking of the doors This lets you or your passengers exit the vehicle after you ve pressed th...

Page 62: ...leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped you can lock and unlock yo...

Page 63: ...the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a...

Page 64: ...lected for this feature see Feature Customization in the Index Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your...

Page 65: ...the RADIO fuse 7 Check that all transmitters work by pressing their buttons If the transmitters don t work or if you d rather not match the transmitters yourself see your dealer Battery Replacement Un...

Page 66: ...Resynchronization in the Index Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by the remote keyless entry system The transmitter does not send the same signal twi...

Page 67: ...ts on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Hatch Release Your door key opens the hatch from the outside If your vehicle has the Content Theft Deterrent A...

Page 68: ...as a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you c an help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the ke...

Page 69: ...ing the panic button on the remote keyless entry transmitter you must either push that button again or turn the ignition to RUN to stop the alarm If the alarm is sounding due to the shock sensor or a...

Page 70: ...and a full two minute alarm for harder blows to the vehicle Its sensitivity can be adjusted if more or less sensitivity is desired If sensitivity is increased too much it may give false alarms caused...

Page 71: ...zation in the Index Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Locking If all the doors are closed locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter will immediately arm the system The horn will chi...

Page 72: ...eans that a door or the hatch was opened 2 Turn the ignition key to RUN For more information on customizing the features mentioned here see Feature Customization in the Index PASS KeyR II Your vehicle...

Page 73: ...ion key may be faulty See your dealer or a locksmith who can service the PASS Key II If you accidentally use a key that has a damaged or missing resistor pellet the starter won t work The SECURITY lig...

Page 74: ...ed with Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System D Shock Sensor Enable if equipped with Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System Entering Programming Mode To program features your vehicle must be in the progr...

Page 75: ...tion Only Mode 3 Exit Lighting Only Mode 4 Both On Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 2 To change the factory setting do the following 1 P...

Page 76: ...and your parking lamps will flash when you press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter Only your parking lamps will flash when you press UNLOCK Mode 3 Horn and Lamps Your horn will sound brief...

Page 77: ...vehicle is set for 3 Press the UNLOCK switch on the door until you hear the number of chimes that correspond to the mode selection you want Mode 1 Alarm System Off The system will not arm Mode 2 Remot...

Page 78: ...after the driver s door is opened with your key and the shock sensor will be available to measure sharp blows to your vehicle Leaving Programming Mode When programming is done turn the ignition to OF...

Page 79: ...he vehicle with children With the ignition key in the ignition you can turn the switch to five positions ACC A Position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories Push in the ignition...

Page 80: ...e key The ignition will return to RUN for normal driving Even if the engine is not running ACC and RUN allows you to operate your electrical accessories such as the radio and ventilation fan CAUTION O...

Page 81: ...ine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your Chevrolet is moving If you do you cou...

Page 82: ...3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the...

Page 83: ...and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0_F or 18_C...

Page 84: ...not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Engine Coolant H...

Page 85: ...t If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from...

Page 86: ...in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is i...

Page 87: ...s position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re D Going less than about 35 mph 56 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down D Going about 35 mph 56 km h or mor...

Page 88: ...w or mud If the gearshift lever is put in FIRST 1 gear the transmission won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough NOTICE If your rear wheels can t rotate don t try to drive Th...

Page 89: ...onditions You may press the Second Gear Start SGS button again to turn off this feature The light on the button will go out Whenever you start your vehicle the transmission is in the NORMAL mode Manua...

Page 90: ...is stopped Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission Also use REVERSE R along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle 6 Speed This is your shift patter...

Page 91: ...f you shift from SIXTH 6 into REVERSE R the shift lever must be first placed in the NEUTRAL N position centered between SECOND 2 and THIRD 3 prior to shifting into REVERSE R Your six speed manual tran...

Page 92: ...lant temperature is greater than 170_F 77_C D You are going 15 to 20 mph 24 to 32 km h and D You are at 35 percent throttle or less When the SKIP SHIFT light is on the gearshift lever will let you shi...

Page 93: ...l come on To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the...

Page 94: ...ne running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer...

Page 95: ...ue lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift le...

Page 96: ...ey to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmiss...

Page 97: ...to your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transmission It s better not to...

Page 98: ...move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see To...

Page 99: ...om of the switch for the driver s window and the window will lower completely You can also open the driver s window any amount by pressing the switch again while the window is in the express down mode...

Page 100: ...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 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on...

Page 101: ...ntil you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on as you signal a turn or lane cha...

Page 102: ...from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your...

Page 103: ...ere you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tir...

Page 104: ...uise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A Resume Accelerate for about half a second You ll go rig...

Page 105: ...ills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain you...

Page 106: ...f you turn the ignition to OFF 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 sound again Daytime Runn...

Page 107: ...me on As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Fog Lamps If Equipped Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions Your parking lamps mus...

Page 108: ...sy lamps They make it easier for you to enter and leave your vehicle Courtesy lamps include two map lamps on the inside rearview mirror and other lamps throughout the interior of your vehicle To preve...

Page 109: ...icle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature which will allow certain features of your vehicle to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Your convert...

Page 110: ...hicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Manual Remote Control Mirror Adjust the driver s side outside mirror with the lever on the door Adjust the mirror so that you can just see...

Page 111: ...n the glove box lift up on the lever Use your door key to lock and unlock it Front Console To use the storage area push the button in and pull up on the console cover It will open to the right Cassett...

Page 112: ...items in the rear area CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cover always st...

Page 113: ...heating element If you plug accessories into your cigarette lighter such as heating devices or air compressors these accessories should have a rated current of less than 15 amps Exceeding this limit w...

Page 114: ...driver s floor mat is in place If it isn t it could interfere with the accelerator pedal brake pedal or with the clutch pedal on manual transmissions Twin Lift Off Roof Panels Option If you have this...

Page 115: ...e lock is over the door window Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock the panel 2 Then pull on the release handle to unlatch the panel Lift the outer edge of the panel and pull it toward you Then car...

Page 116: ...n the vehicle could be injured Whenever you store the T top panel in the vehicle always be sure that it is stored securely in the proper storage slot at the rear of the vehicle 1 Open the cargo cover...

Page 117: ...Installing the Twin Lift Off Roof Panels CAUTION An improperly attached roof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle You or others could be injured After installing the roof panel always check that...

Page 118: ...e panel raised about three inches 8 cm above the roof while placing the inboard edge of the panel under the center roof 2 After the inboard edge of the panel is in position under the center roof rail...

Page 119: ...water to enter your vehicle Never spray water directly at the roof panel joints This will cause leaks T Top Sunshades 1 Start with the panel marked DRIVER FRONT Unlatch the driver s side T top raise...

Page 120: ...er fit every 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 or bench Take care not to scratch the glass 5 Pull the sun...

Page 121: ...ition Convertible Top If Equipped The following procedures explain the proper operation of your convertible top Lowering Your Convertible Top NOTICE Don t leave your convertible out with the top down...

Page 122: ...of your vehicle Be sure to dry off the top before you lower it NOTICE It is not recommended to lower the top if the vehicle is out in cold weather 0_F 18_C or lower or you may damage top components N...

Page 123: ...rtible TOP switch The switch is next to your cigarette lighter The top will automatically lower into the storage area Installing the Boot Cover After lowering the convertible top you ll want to instal...

Page 124: ...over by sliding the tabs into the slots on the right side cover Lower the cover and insert the latch 5 Close the hatch Removing Your Boot Cover 1 Open the hatch Remove the middle piece of the cover by...

Page 125: ...the boot cover by lifting the rear cover and sliding them out of their slots 3 Store each piece of the cover in its separate compartment in the storage bag store the bag in the hatch and close the ha...

Page 126: ...on Then lower both sun visors and lower both windows at least three inches 8 cm If the boot cover is in place it must be removed first NOTICE It is not recommended that you raise or lower the top whil...

Page 127: ...wer loss such as a dead battery you can still raise the top manually by turning the valve in the driver s side of the hatch Open the hatch and find the tab along the driver s side trim panel Lift up t...

Page 128: ...yellowblue 2 72 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 129: ...ion ASR Button or Second Gear Start Button V6 Automatic without ASR F Audio System G Comfort Controls H Glove Box I Cupholders J Parking Brake Lever K Storage Console L Shift Lever M Convertible Top S...

Page 130: ...engine similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going your engine s rpms about how much fuel you have left and m...

Page 131: ...hat happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If possible the new one has to be set to the same reading the old one had If it can t be then it s set at zero but a label on the driver s do...

Page 132: ...be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re...

Page 133: ...n electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in...

Page 134: ...ge zone your battery may not be able to power certain electrical accessories like ABS If this happens your ABS INOP light will come on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in this section If you m...

Page 135: ...ur parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and it will...

Page 136: ...light should go off See ASR System in the Index for more information If the ASR system warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle nee...

Page 137: ...on briefly while you are starting your engine If the light doesn t come on have it repaired Your vehicle is equipped with a low coolant indicator that is designed to detect when the coolant level drop...

Page 138: ...acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions o...

Page 139: ...age the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required D Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on y...

Page 140: ...ausing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel should correct this condition Make sure to install the fuel cap properly See Filling Your Tank in the Index It will take a few driving trips to...

Page 141: ...a On the 3800 V6 engine the oil pressure should be between 20 and 120 psi 140 to 827 kPa It may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the red area show the no...

Page 142: ...it repaired If the light stays on after starting your engine your engine oil level may be too low You may need to add oil See Engine Oil in the Index NOTICE The oil level monitoring system only checks...

Page 143: ...fter changing the engine oil the system must be reset See How to Reset the Oil Change Light in the Index Service Vehicle Light This warning light should come on in your instrument panel for a three se...

Page 144: ...ing light should come on in your instrument panel for a three second bulb check when you first start your vehicle If the light doesn t come on have it serviced This light will stay on steady if your h...

Page 145: ...d off Low Fuel Light If your fuel is low your vehicle s CHECK GAGES light on your instrument panel cluster will come on Reduced Engine Power Light V6 Engine Only The REDUCED ENG PWR warning light shou...

Page 146: ...yellowblue 2 90 NOTES...

Page 147: ...ms without Automatic Tone Control 3 6 Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic Tone Control 3 6 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 9 MonsoonR AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Autom...

Page 148: ...cooler air Air Control Knob OFF The system is off MAX Provides maximum cooling for quick cool down on very hot days This setting recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle If it is used for lon...

Page 149: ...aster cooling turn the knob to MAX 2 Turn the temperature control knob to a comfortable setting 3 Turn the fan control knob to the desired speed Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows...

Page 150: ...ht will come on to remind you that the defogger is on The defogger will turn off automatically after about 10 minutes of use If you turn it on again the defogger will operate for about five minutes on...

Page 151: ...ur windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather turn the fan control knob clockwise for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the ch...

Page 152: ...stems with Automatic Tone Control Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Playing the Radio VOLUME Th...

Page 153: ...set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same...

Page 154: ...ying use the VOL FADE BAL BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show an arrow to show which side of t...

Page 155: ...and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash showing that the cut tape detection feature is no longer active This override routine wil...

Page 156: ...n t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch be...

Page 157: ...the pushbuttons again to stop scanning P SCAN will be displayed whenever the tuner is in the P SCAN mode The channel number P1 P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed In FM m...

Page 158: ...the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long...

Page 159: ...s again to return to normal play REV 4 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses D 5...

Page 160: ...ps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACC 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is acti...

Page 161: ...to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station The sound will mute while see...

Page 162: ...switch to manual and the AUTO TONE display will go blank If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them...

Page 163: ...selection If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking RDM 2 Press this button to hear the tracks in random...

Page 164: ...If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player it will stay in the player When you turn on the ignition or system the disc will start playing where it was stopped If you press EJECT b...

Page 165: ...to top placing a disc on the tray label side down If you load a disc label side up the disc will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot Repeat this procedur...

Page 166: ...o play When a CD begins playing a disc and track number will be displayed The disc numbers are listed on the front of the magazine All of the CD functions are controlled by the radio buttons except fo...

Page 167: ...he radio when a compact disc is playing Press TAPE AUX to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded To eject the disc holder in the trunk mounted CD changer slide the CD changer door...

Page 168: ...he procedure NOTE If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four d...

Page 169: ...lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN 2 Tur...

Page 170: ...al can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D...

Page 171: ...no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scru...

Page 172: ...re is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own...

Page 173: ...rasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD...

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Page 177: ...e Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4...

Page 178: ...st preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you...

Page 179: ...rink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then dri...

Page 180: ...n some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course a...

Page 181: ...cohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that...

Page 182: ...bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more...

Page 183: ...may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brak...

Page 184: ...e wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver cou...

Page 185: ...ulation System Option Your vehicle may have a traction control system called ASR that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that...

Page 186: ...onditions 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 See Rocki...

Page 187: ...e at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control sy...

Page 188: ...irst apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right d...

Page 189: ...ssing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgme...

Page 190: ...her cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check...

Page 191: ...void only the acceleration skid If you do not have ASR or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to sl...

Page 192: ...ving D Drive defensively D Don t drink and drive D Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep mor...

Page 193: ...to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching...

Page 194: ...t wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it har...

Page 195: ...es Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could...

Page 196: ...droplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If yo...

Page 197: ...Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and e...

Page 198: ...merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once y...

Page 199: ...have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here...

Page 200: ...leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is we...

Page 201: ...RAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none go...

Page 202: ...scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will...

Page 203: ...u can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32_F 0_C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed bl...

Page 204: ...ch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of t...

Page 205: ...and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blan...

Page 206: ...r slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your head...

Page 207: ...carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label found on the rear...

Page 208: ...l go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop...

Page 209: ...read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability a...

Page 210: ...arts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D Obey speed limit restrictions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to...

Page 211: ...rgo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Load...

Page 212: ...he hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach cha...

Page 213: ...check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would wh...

Page 214: ...e the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes...

Page 215: ...ase the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehi...

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Page 217: ...lems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 22 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 22...

Page 218: ...rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is i...

Page 219: ...t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco F...

Page 220: ...radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on...

Page 221: ...that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect negative to negative on the dead battery as this can cause sparks CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you bad...

Page 222: ...ble at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much...

Page 223: ...being towed D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds D Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured D Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck D Always secure the...

Page 224: ...5 7L V8 Engine Only Should an overheated engine condition exist and the LOW COOLANT warning light is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent eng...

Page 225: ...hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when...

Page 226: ...er is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear whi...

Page 227: ...iator Pressure Cap C Coolant Recovery Tank CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away...

Page 228: ...AUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coo...

Page 229: ...If they aren t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of cl...

Page 230: ...on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FUL...

Page 231: ...dly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is ho...

Page 232: ...remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stop...

Page 233: ...open the coolant air bleed valve 3800 V6 engine There is one bleed valve It is located on the thermostat housing 4 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture up to the base of the fi...

Page 234: ...p off 7 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 8 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck ma...

Page 235: ...ike this How to Add Coolant to the Radiator V8 Engine Only 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer h...

Page 236: ...t spill coolant on a hot engine 3 Fill with the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture 4 Continue to fill the radiator up to the base of the filler neck 5 Rinse or wipe the spilled coolant from the engine...

Page 237: ...yellowblue 5 21 7 Shut the engine off and replace the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the cap line up like this 8 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the proper level...

Page 238: ...y you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking...

Page 239: ...need is in the rear area behind the trim panel on the passenger s side First you must remove the cargo cover See Cargo Cover in the Index On convertible models you must also remove the trunk access p...

Page 240: ...slots point front and back to the unlock position Gently lift the trim panel front forward edge and remove the panel If you have speakers in the trim panel you may have to disconnect the wire from the...

Page 241: ...g include the jack 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 clockwise to raise the lift head a little If your wheel has a cent...

Page 242: ...have one locknut in place of the standard 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 wheel wrenc...

Page 243: ...e jack under the vehicle There is a notch in the vehicle s rocker flange on the coupe model Raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch nearest the flat tire On convertible models place th...

Page 244: ...es to avoid damaging them Put the compact spare tire near you CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed N...

Page 245: ...help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the...

Page 246: ...st or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to ge...

Page 247: ...wn CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you hav...

Page 248: ...pecification NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CA...

Page 249: ...storage instructions When you replace the trim panel be sure to tuck it under the weatherstrip 1 Trim Panel 2 Bolt 3 Cover 4 Jack 5 Wing Nut 6 Adapter 7 Compact Spare Tire 8 Full Size Tire 9 Carpet Fl...

Page 250: ...here you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spar...

Page 251: ...st while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It...

Page 252: ...yellowblue 5 36 NOTES...

Page 253: ...omatic Transmission Fluid 6 24 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 26 Hydraulic Clutch 6 27 Rear Axle 6 28 Thermostat 6 28 Engine Coolant 6 31 Power Steering Fluid 6 33 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 34 Brakes 6 3...

Page 254: ...If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service...

Page 255: ...n number VIN shows the code letter for your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number in the Index If you have the 3800 V6 engine VIN Code...

Page 256: ...icle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and...

Page 257: ...methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan...

Page 258: ...mable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline To remove the ca...

Page 259: ...leaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system c...

Page 260: ...Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checkin...

Page 261: ...open the hood first pull the handle located inside the vehicle below the instrument panel on the driver s side Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the hood release located at the center...

Page 262: ...attery C Radiator Fill Cap D Engine Oil Fill Cap E Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick If Equipped F Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir G Engine Cooling Fans H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I Power Steer...

Page 263: ...ervoir B Battery C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill Cap E Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick If Equipped F Engine Cooling Fans G Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I...

Page 264: ...reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is...

Page 265: ...e 6 13 Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level 3800 V6 Engine 5 7L...

Page 266: ...t enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be iden...

Page 267: ...if you have the 5 7L V8 engine SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 10W 30 if it s going to be 0_F 18_C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thicknes...

Page 268: ...r viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in en...

Page 269: ...eset the Oil Change Light After changing the engine oil the system must be reset With the ignition key in RUN and the engine turned off push the TRIP OIL RESET button located on the instrument panel f...

Page 270: ...be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working...

Page 271: ...yellowblue 6 19 Air Filter Replacement To remove the air filter 1 Unlatch the two clamps located on the front of the filter 2 Lift the cover and remove the air filter 3 Replace the filter...

Page 272: ...25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher D In hilly or mountainous te...

Page 273: ...y in hot weather D While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180_F to 200_F 82_C to 93_C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about...

Page 274: ...e the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let...

Page 275: ...ar the back of the engine Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again...

Page 276: ...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 check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than on...

Page 277: ...rts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level...

Page 278: ...ing The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid It isn t a good idea to top off your clutch fluid Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could ind...

Page 279: ...86115 Limited Slip Differential To add lubricant when the level is low use SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Gear Lubricant GM Part No 12378261 or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115 To completely refill a...

Page 280: ...roblem with engine overheating or if you need to add coolant to your radiator see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing pr...

Page 281: ...your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolan...

Page 282: ...level on the dipstick should be up to HOT or a little higher If this light comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant 5 7L V8 Engine Only Adding Coolant to the Recovery Tank If you n...

Page 283: ...d if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Power Steering Fluid The power steer...

Page 284: ...evel on the dipstick The level should be at the C cold mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark D When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H hot m...

Page 285: ...s full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and...

Page 286: ...oner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn t...

Page 287: ...stic seam B near the base of the filler neck What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubric...

Page 288: ...do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when...

Page 289: ...ew moderate brake stops about every 1 000 miles 1 600 km so your brakes will adjust properly The park brake system has separate brake linings that do not self adjust for wear If the park brake lever p...

Page 290: ...ou can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer...

Page 291: ...ne that is exactly the same 1 Open the hood 2 Locate the headlamp bulb that needs to be replaced 3 Press and turn the base one quarter turn counterclockwise See arrows 4 Remove the socket with the bur...

Page 292: ...bly out turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove the bulb from the back of the assembly 3 Reverse the steps with a new bulb Rear Lamps To change any rear bulb you have to remove the entire housing 1...

Page 293: ...counterclockwise To remove a socket without a tab turn the socket counterclockwise 6 Pull the bulb from the socket 7 Reverse the steps with a new bulb Rear Sidemarker Replacing a rear sidemarker bulb...

Page 294: ...heck in Section 7 of this manual under Part B Owner Checks and Services for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length...

Page 295: ...hich retain two metal flexor strips Do not remove these caps before the element is installed 3 At the heel end of the wiper blade assembly notched end of blade element last slide the blade element int...

Page 296: ...n the Index D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressu...

Page 297: ...nflation pressure shown on the Tire Loading Information label Example You ll find maximum load and inflation pressure molded on the tire s sidewall in small letters near the rim flange It will read so...

Page 298: ...and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for dam...

Page 299: ...he tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire Loading Information label Make certain that all wheelnuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in t...

Page 300: ...e or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire...

Page 301: ...th the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades ti...

Page 302: ...gned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades a...

Page 303: ...ow the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your whe...

Page 304: ...tion and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your whe...

Page 305: ...D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses the...

Page 306: ...b it roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning...

Page 307: ...roduct Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry D For stubborn stai...

Page 308: ...the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades...

Page 309: ...urability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun...

Page 310: ...ssary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll...

Page 311: ...hicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on any...

Page 312: ...rrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the unde...

Page 313: ...last plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse...

Page 314: ...the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Serv...

Page 315: ...emain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy sno...

Page 316: ...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 the correct size If you ever have a problem on the ro...

Page 317: ...er Remote CD Player Trunk TAIL LPS Daytime Running Lamps DRL Module Headlamp Switch HVAC HVAC Selector Switch Rear Defogger Switch Timer PWR ACCY Parking Lamp Relay Hatch Release Relay Power Mirror Sw...

Page 318: ...amp Switch Fog Lamp Switch Instrument Cluster HVAC Control Assembly PRNDL Illumination Lamp Ashtray Lamp Radio Rear Window Defogger Switch Timer Traction Control ASR Second Gear Start Switch Convertib...

Page 319: ...DR Right Headlamp Door and Module HORN Horn Relay ABS BAT 1 Anti Lock Brake System Module H L DR HORN Horn and Headlamp Doors ABS BAT 2 Anti Lock Brake and Traction Control System ASR COOL FAN Cooling...

Page 320: ...y Reverse Lockout Solenoid Brake Switch STRTR Powertrain Control Module PCM and Clutch Pedal Switch ABS IGN Anti Lock Brake System Module PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module PCM ETC Electronic Throttle...

Page 321: ...L Air Solenoid AIR PUMP Air Pump A C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump STARTER Starter IGN Engine Controls Cruise Control Air Conditioning Replacement Bulbs Back Up 3155 Center High...

Page 322: ...Automatic Transmission 11 8 quarts 11 2 L Crankcase With Oil and Filter Change 3800 V6 4 5 quarts 4 2 L 5 7L V8 5 5 quarts 5 2 L Fuel Tank 16 8 gallons 63 6 L Manual Transmission Five Speed 3 4 quart...

Page 323: ...ine Oil Filter 3800 V6 PF47 5 7L V8 PF44 Fuel Filter 3800 V6 6627 5 7L V8 GF578 PCV Valve 3800 V6 CV892C 5 7L V8 CV895C Radiator Cap RC24 Spark Plug 3800 V6 41 921 0 060 inch gap 5 7L V8 41 931 0 060...

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Page 325: ...hicle needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 3 How This Section is Organized 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Schedule...

Page 326: ...nd the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper...

Page 327: ...obably want to get the service information See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easi...

Page 328: ...you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If...

Page 329: ...performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor This monitor will show you when to change the engine oil and filter usually between 3 0...

Page 330: ...nitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions...

Page 331: ...ion See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires...

Page 332: ...iler towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires S...

Page 333: ...r If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Rep...

Page 334: ...50 000 Miles 83 000 km j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Man...

Page 335: ...doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000...

Page 336: ...Monitor If engine oil and filter are changed reset monitor See Engine Oil in the Index An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditio...

Page 337: ...es 137 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Check Oil Life Monitor If engin...

Page 338: ...ap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index fo...

Page 339: ...automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since...

Page 340: ...oolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the pr...

Page 341: ...l Transmission Fluid in the Index Check for leaks A fluid loss may indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired if needed Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level a...

Page 342: ...y and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs...

Page 343: ...could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once...

Page 344: ...rication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust...

Page 345: ...l in the rear axle and add if needed See Rear Axle in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the axle and repair it if needed Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect b...

Page 346: ...R DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Windshield Washer Sol...

Page 347: ...r equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115 With a complete drain and refill add 4 ounces 118 ml of Limited Slip Axle Lubricant Additive GM Part No 1052358 or equivalent where required See Rear Axle...

Page 348: ...s provided after the maintenance 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 mainte...

Page 349: ...yellowblue 7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 350: ...yellowblue 7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 351: ...r Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistan...

Page 352: ...partments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP...

Page 353: ...on or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Chevrolet...

Page 354: ...is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or di...

Page 355: ...If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse yo...

Page 356: ...ealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however some services may incur costs Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer Basic Care and Courtesy Care D Toll free num...

Page 357: ...urtesy Care at any time For complete program details see your Chevrolet dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with...

Page 358: ...aged to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to al...

Page 359: ...mation Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealerships and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specif...

Page 360: ...SA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the W...

Page 361: ...MI 48007 7047 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa...

Page 362: ...mation about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 20 00 Without P...

Page 363: ...99 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 20 00 1999 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM CHE ORD99 Prices are subject to ch...

Page 364: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES...

Page 365: ...stem 2 16 Passive Arming 2 16 Power Door Lock Switch Locking 2 15 Shock Sensor 2 14 Alignment and Balance Tire 6 51 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 59 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 27 Antifreeze 6 28 Anti Lock Brak...

Page 366: ...l 6 39 Headlamps 6 39 Rear Lamps 6 40 Rear Sidemarker 6 41 Canada Ordering Service and Owner Publications 8 12 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 7 Capacities and Specifications 6 70 Carbon Monoxide 2 11...

Page 367: ...6 57 Special Problems 6 54 Stains 6 54 Tires 6 59 Vinyl 6 55 Wheels 6 59 Windshield and Wiper Blades 6 56 Clock Setting the 3 6 Comfort Controls 3 2 Compact Disc Care 3 27 Compact Disc Player 3 14 Car...

Page 368: ...Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 On Snow and Ice 4 27 Through Water 4 20 Wet Roads 4 18 Winter 4 26 With a Trailer 4 37 DRL 2 50 Drunken Driving 4 3 Electrical Equipment Adding 3 24 6 63 Electrical Syste...

Page 369: ...s Hazard Warning 5 2 Flat Tire Changing 5 22 Floor Mats 2 58 Fluid Capacities 6 70 Fluids and Lubricants 7 22 Fog Lamps 2 51 Folding Rear Seatbacks 1 6 Foreign Countries Fuel 6 5 Fourth Position Manua...

Page 370: ...Night Rearview Mirror 2 54 Inspections Brake System 7 21 Engine Cooling System 7 20 Exhaust Systems 7 20 Rear Axle 7 21 Steering 7 20 Suspension 7 20 Throttle System 7 21 Instrument Panel 2 72 Brightn...

Page 371: ...2 Loading Your Vehicle 4 31 Locks 2 4 Door 2 4 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 7 19 Key Lock Cylinder Service 7 17 Last Door Closed 2 5 Lockout Prevention 2 6 Power Door 2 5 Low Coolant Warning Light...

Page 372: ...85 Overdrive Automatic Transmission 2 31 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 8 Overheating Engine 5 8 Owner Checks and Services 7 16 Owner Publications Ordering 8 12 Paint Spotting Chemical...

Page 373: ...owing 4 30 Reduced Engine Power Light 2 90 Refrigerants Air Conditioning 6 71 Remote Hatch Release 2 11 Keyless Entry 2 6 Keyless Entry Transmitter Locking 2 15 Replacement Bulbs 6 69 Parts 6 71 Wheel...

Page 374: ...sition Manual Transmission 2 33 2 34 Second Gear Start 2 33 Service 6 2 Appearance Care 6 1 Bulletins Ordering 8 12 Engine Soon Light 2 82 Manuals Ordering 8 12 Owner Publications 8 11 Parts Identific...

Page 375: ...8 Chains 6 52 Changing a Flat 5 22 Cleaning 6 59 Compact Spare 5 34 Inflation 6 45 Inflation Check 7 16 Inspection and Rotation 6 46 Loading 4 31 Pressure 6 45 Temperature 6 50 Traction 6 50 Treadwear...

Page 376: ...Service 7 19 Underbody Maintenance 6 60 Underhood Electrical Center 6 66 Vehicle Control 4 6 Damage Warnings vii Dimensions 6 71 Identification Number 6 62 Loading 4 31 Recreational Towing 4 30 Stora...

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