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Summary of Contents for 1999 Prizm

Page 1: ...ent 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 manu...

Page 2: ...r notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle...

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: ...eryone 1 12 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Driver Position 1 20 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Right Front Pas...

Page 10: ...ile 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 Lift the lever...

Page 11: ...atback where you want it Push on the seat to make sure it s locked into position Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to its original upright position But don t have a seatback reclined if your v...

Page 12: ...belt properly Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Pull...

Page 13: ...sing the button pull on the head restraint to make sure it is secure Rear Folding Seatback If Equipped You can fold either side of the seatback down in your vehicle for more cargo space On vehicles wi...

Page 14: ...aint Removal earlier in this section 2 Remove the rear center lap shoulder belt latch by using a key to press the release button 3 Pull the release on the driver s side in the trunk Repeat the procedu...

Page 15: ...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 or she can t wear a safety belt...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...yellowblue 1 9 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 18: ...yellowblue 1 10 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 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder be...

Page 22: ...belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be...

Page 23: ...the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release butt...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ...his happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has air bags a Next Generation frontal air...

Page 30: ...bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover...

Page 31: ...vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door 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...

Page 32: ...r 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 Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s fron...

Page 33: ...1 25 The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to...

Page 34: ...air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant The driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags are designed...

Page 35: ...Side impact air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including frontal or near frontal collisions rollovers and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those...

Page 36: ...other crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts D Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic m...

Page 37: ...r Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have info...

Page 38: ...bably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash in the Index Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Acciden...

Page 39: ...until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is...

Page 40: ...n fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop...

Page 41: ...n and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child A very young child s hip bones...

Page 42: ...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 43: ...d should also be at least one year old It is important to use a rear facing infant restraint until the child is about a year old A rear facing restraint gives the infant s head neck and body the suppo...

Page 44: ...S THAT THE HARNESS GOES THROUGH A CHILD WHOSE SHOULDERS ARE ABOVE THOSE SLOTS COULD BE INJURED DURING A SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH IF THE TOP OF THE CHILD S SHOULDERS IS ABOVE THE SLOTS DON T USE THIS CHILD...

Page 45: ...m the fastener strip on the top of the seatback and lower the child restraint cushion CAUTION If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a cr...

Page 46: ...int 3 Install the head restraint so that the front side faces the rear of the vehicle Lower the head restraint so that it touches the top of the seatback Make sure there is no gap between the lower ed...

Page 47: ...t on the vehicle s regular seat and use the vehicle s adult safety belts WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS ON THE USE OF THIS CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN YOUR CHILD ST...

Page 48: ...the harness Place the harness over the child s shoulder 8 Push the latch plate B into the buckle until it clicks Be sure the buckle is free of any foreign objects that may prevent you from securing th...

Page 49: ...l up on both latch plates to make sure they are secure 12 Now fasten the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip together The purpose of this clip is to help keep the harness positioned on...

Page 50: ...in the child s upper body in a sudden stop or crash The child could be seriously injured Make sure the harness clip is properly fastened 13 Pull the shoulder harness adjustment strap C firmly until th...

Page 51: ...down along the harness On each side of the harness the shoulder part should be centered on the child s shoulder The harness should be away from the child s face and neck but not falling from the chil...

Page 52: ...child from the child restraint cushion Storing the Built in Child Restraint Always properly store the built in child restraint before using the vehicle s lap shoulder belt 1 Fasten the harness clip 2...

Page 53: ...the buckle strap to the child restraint cushion Make sure the harness is unlatched and the buckle strap is flat on the cushion 5 Fold the child restraint cushion up into the seatback Make sure the har...

Page 54: ...yellowblue 1 46 6 Attach the flap to the fastener strip on the top of the seatback 7 Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback 8 Lower the head restraint...

Page 55: ...may need to have parts replaced after a crash See Checking Your Restraint Systems and Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash in the Index Child Restraints Every time infants and young...

Page 56: ...d the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant restraint B positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle Rear facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and a...

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Page 58: ...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 59: ...tructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured wi...

Page 60: ...e front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an un...

Page 61: ...tructions 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 safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructi...

Page 62: ...tor to set the lock 5 To tighten the belt feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it hel...

Page 63: ...s even though your vehicle 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 chi...

Page 64: ...aint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you...

Page 65: ...s you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all...

Page 66: ...dren can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is...

Page 67: ...ld wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The lap por...

Page 68: ...child restraint also periodically make sure the harness straps latch plates buckle clip and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt and built in child restrain...

Page 69: ...e driver s and right front passenger s safety belt retractor assembly Be sure to do so Then the new retractor assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision If safety belts or built in chil...

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Page 71: ...tomatic Transaxle Operation 2 19 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 21 Parking Brake 2 22 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 24 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 25 Parking Your...

Page 72: ...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 73: ...y you ll be able to have a new one made easily using this code If you need a new key contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code In an emergency call the Chevrolet Roadside Assis...

Page 74: ...whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key To lock the door turn the key toward the front of the vehicle If you have power doo...

Page 75: ...unlock all the doors at once Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside T...

Page 76: ...and open the door from the outside 2 Slide the lever up 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear door locks will now work normally Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your k...

Page 77: ...your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather D Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmi...

Page 78: ...d Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the b...

Page 79: ...the trunk lock cylinder and turn it clockwise CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause...

Page 80: ...from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition If you take the key with you and you have an automatic transaxle it will be locked A...

Page 81: ...e linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer...

Page 82: ...nition To move the key from ACC to LOCK push in the key and then turn it to LOCK ON C The switch returns to this position after you start your engine and release the switch The switch stays in the ON...

Page 83: ...key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the...

Page 84: ...ttery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start in three seconds wait about 15 seconds and try again to start the engine by turning the ignition key to START Wait about 15 seconds between each tr...

Page 85: ...operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tel...

Page 86: ...re starting the engine Your vehicle has a Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in ON If you cannot...

Page 87: ...very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEU...

Page 88: ...you can damage your engine LOW L This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in LO...

Page 89: ...ator pedal Gradual starts give you the best fuel economy Fast starts use the most fuel A light on the instrument panel will come on whenever you turn off OVERDRIVE See Overdrive Off Light in the Index...

Page 90: ...d FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicl...

Page 91: ...GINE 1 to 2 or 2 to 1 2 to 3 or 3 to 2 3 to 4 or 4 to 3 4 to 5 or 5 to 4 1 8L Code 8 15 mph 24 km h 23 mph 37 km h 40 mph 64 km h 45 mph 72 km h If your speed drops below 20 mph 32 km h or if the engi...

Page 92: ...owing a Trailer in the Index Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firml...

Page 93: ...your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transaxle Only CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could m...

Page 94: ...e of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only CAUTION Before shifting out of PARK P you must fu...

Page 95: ...Have the vehicle fixed as soon as possible Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transaxle Before you get out of your vehicle put your manual transaxle in REVERSE R if your vehicle is parked on a level surface...

Page 96: ...nto 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 Transaxle It s better not to p...

Page 97: ...ou re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and 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 ar...

Page 98: ...h window Push down the front of the switch to lower a window and lift the front of the switch to raise a window Lock Out Switch Press the window lock out switch to keep passengers from using their ind...

Page 99: ...s finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the a...

Page 100: ...If you have the headlamps on when you release the lever they will return to the low beams Windshield Wiper Washer Lever The lever on the right side of the steering column controls the windshield wipe...

Page 101: ...eld The spray will continue until you release the lever The wipers will run a few times if you have the intermittent wiper feature See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index CAUTION In freezing weather...

Page 102: ...slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be sta...

Page 103: ...d hold it briefly Release the lever and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed D Move the cruise lever from ON to RES ACC Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and...

Page 104: ...drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Out of Cruise Control There are several ways to turn off the cruise control D Step lightly on the brake peda...

Page 105: ...enough outside your ALC will turn on your low beam headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and instrument panel lights There is a 20 s...

Page 106: ...on only your headlamps will be on at a reduced brightness The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When you turn on the headlamp switch your DR...

Page 107: ...ighten the lights or counterclockwise to dim them Dome Lamp The dome lamp has a three position switch ON The lamp comes on and stays on whether or not a door is opened OFF The lamp stays off even when...

Page 108: ...r is attached to your roof The mirror has a pivot so that you can adjust it up and down or side to side You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glar...

Page 109: ...mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If yo...

Page 110: ...he seats On some models there is a try under the console lid Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Pull the door to open the ashtray To remove it press down on the lock spring plate and pull the ashtray out...

Page 111: ...e sunroof slide the sunshade rearward then press the switch marked UP Press the other end of the switch to lower the sunroof Your ignition must be on for this switch to work To open the sunroof push t...

Page 112: ...yellowblue 2 42 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 113: ...iper Control F Windshield Washer G Hazard Warning Flashers H Rear Window Defogger Option I Comfort Control System J Power Remote Mirror Control If Equipped K Storage Compartment and Fuse Panel Cover L...

Page 114: ...Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you ll need to drive...

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Page 116: ...to zero The button located on the right side of the instrument panel cluster allows you to switch between the odometer and the two trip odometers Press the button once to switch to TRIP A and again t...

Page 117: ...le 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 what to do about it Please follow th...

Page 118: ...y to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but th...

Page 119: ...hat the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light...

Page 120: ...h the anti lock brake system warning light on can lead to an accident After you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the anti lock brake system warning li...

Page 121: ...Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board...

Page 122: ...n Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This li...

Page 123: ...rough a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you...

Page 124: ...elated problem Have it fixed right away The oil light could also come on in three other situations D When the ignition is on but the engine is not running the light will come on as a test to show you...

Page 125: ...n If you cannot set the cruise control or if the cruise control is cancelled there may be a problem with your cruise control system See your dealer for service Overdrive Off Light If you have an autom...

Page 126: ...these show a problem with your fuel gage D At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads F full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example...

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Page 129: ...4 Defogging and Defrosting 3 4 Rear Window Defogger Option 3 5 Ventilation System 3 6 Audio Systems 3 6 Setting the Clock 3 7 AM FM Stereo If Equipped 3 8 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Au...

Page 130: ...he floor FLOOR This position directs the airflow toward the floor DEFOG This position directs the airflow toward the floor the windshield and the side windows Use this position with the air intake lev...

Page 131: ...on The A C button can also control the humidity in your vehicle The air conditioner works best if you keep your windows closed On very hot days open the windows just long enough for the hot air to es...

Page 132: ...ndshield vents Turn the temperature knob clockwise and the fan knob toward HI When the windshield is clear turn down the fan speed To defog the windshield and side windows move the air intake lever to...

Page 133: ...ow knob to VENT Turn the temperature knob to a comfortable setting and the fan knob toward HI Airflow through the side vents is normal in all airflow modes To optimize the effectiveness of your system...

Page 134: ...ur vehicle D Shut off outboard dash vents to keep cold air from blowing in Audio Systems Your Delco Electronics audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure Yo...

Page 135: ...ws to go to a higher or lower station Press and hold to continue tuning and release when you find your station The display will show the frequency of each station tuned SEEK Press the right or left ar...

Page 136: ...rs The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the way out Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the rear spe...

Page 137: ...will mute and then return when the station is stored Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone BASS Press this kno...

Page 138: ...ork best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the...

Page 139: ...FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is playing TAPE With a tape loaded in the player and the radio playing press this button once to play the tape To switch from the tape to the radio w...

Page 140: ...ss the right or left arrows to go to a higher or lower station Press and hold to continue tuning and release when you find your station The display will show the frequency of each station tuned SEEK P...

Page 141: ...kwise for the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Then pull the knob all the way out Turn the knob clockwise to adjust...

Page 142: ...through the disc Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track if more than eight seconds have played If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving for...

Page 143: ...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 144: ...ubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part...

Page 145: ...mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of...

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Page 147: ...ve Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4...

Page 148: ...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 149: ...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 150: ...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 151: ...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 152: ...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 153: ...brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes Option Your vehicle may have an...

Page 154: ...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 155: ...may be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can t respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rol...

Page 156: ...ems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose contro...

Page 157: ...ess you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the...

Page 158: ...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 159: ...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 160: ...he way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice...

Page 161: ...oads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at night a...

Page 162: ...night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of...

Page 163: ...your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep y...

Page 164: ...can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a...

Page 165: ...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 166: ...entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check you...

Page 167: ...s your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service exp...

Page 168: ...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 169: ...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 170: ...craper 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 171: ...t ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerat...

Page 172: ...he road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings o...

Page 173: ...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 174: ...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 175: ...his 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 of the...

Page 176: ...r anything else they will 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...

Page 177: ...should 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 durabi...

Page 178: ...ctions 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 save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do...

Page 179: ...loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by mo...

Page 180: ...our rig And never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Does your trailer have its own brakes Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to...

Page 181: ...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 182: ...important to check occasionally to be sure 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 shi...

Page 183: ...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 vehicle will...

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Page 187: ...lems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18...

Page 188: ...above the audio system 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 in and even if the key isn t in To turn off...

Page 189: ...urt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco FreedomR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do no...

Page 190: ...transaxle in NEUTRAL N before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed...

Page 191: ...uid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cabl...

Page 192: ...sitive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect...

Page 193: ...ical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start th...

Page 194: ...hains when towing it D Use only the correct hooks NOTICE Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles...

Page 195: ...ntil it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be b...

Page 196: ...t at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D for automatic transaxles If you no...

Page 197: ...hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling...

Page 198: ...icle 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 mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and a pr...

Page 199: ...nt 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...

Page 200: ...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 201: ...ure 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...

Page 202: ...re up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL mark 5 Put the cap back on...

Page 203: ...he radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressur...

Page 204: ...way 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 jack...

Page 205: ...yellowblue 5 19 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools A Spare Tire B Jack Handle C Wheel Wrench D Jack...

Page 206: ...l out the spare tire See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare Remove the wheel wrench jack and jack handle from the foam tray The jack is on the right...

Page 207: ...handle to the jack Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the lift head Remove the wheel cover if your vehicle is equipped with one by using the flat end of the wheel wrench Pry along the edge of the...

Page 208: ...center cover insert the flat end of the wheel wrench into the slot to remove the center cap Pry the cap off Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all th...

Page 209: ...ous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positione...

Page 210: ...jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 4 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 5 Remove any rust or dirt fro...

Page 211: ...el attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never...

Page 212: ...yellowblue 5 26 7 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 8 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown...

Page 213: ...oid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Don t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire It won t fit Store the...

Page 214: ...r spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full siz...

Page 215: ...t The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And t...

Page 216: ...ft and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehi...

Page 217: ...he vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hoo...

Page 218: ...yellowblue 5 32 NOTES...

Page 219: ...e Hood 6 12 Engine Oil 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 22 Hydraulic Clutch 6 23 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 23 Thermostat 6 23 Engine Coolant 6...

Page 220: ...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 221: ...ield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasolin...

Page 222: ...affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index If this occurs return to your a...

Page 223: ...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 224: ...ns 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 Remote Fuel Door Release Lev...

Page 225: ...mething ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weath...

Page 226: ...tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static...

Page 227: ...gs that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be bu...

Page 228: ...the front of the vehicle Release the secondary hood release by pulling up on the lever near the middle of the hood Lift the hood release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop rod...

Page 229: ...r Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Compartment Fuse Block D Engine Oil Dipstick E Engine Oil Fill Cap F Radiator Pressure Cap G Engine Coolant Reservoir H Brake Fluid Reservoir I Engine Air Cleaner F...

Page 230: ...e you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located in the center of the engine compartment The dipstick...

Page 231: ...Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine c...

Page 232: ...nstitute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have yo...

Page 233: ...otection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine O...

Page 234: ...good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to t...

Page 235: ...the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t...

Page 236: ...s done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can d...

Page 237: ...or about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The automa...

Page 238: ...ring the level into the area between dimples on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take mu...

Page 239: ...age your transaxle Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your tra...

Page 240: ...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 indica...

Page 241: ...he following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable wat...

Page 242: ...ire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged...

Page 243: ...areful not to spill it CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank...

Page 244: ...hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How To Check Power Steering Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off...

Page 245: ...per fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be...

Page 246: ...em Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank...

Page 247: ...is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicl...

Page 248: ...itched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firml...

Page 249: ...y then very carefully make a few moderate brake stops about every 1 000 miles 1 600 km so your brakes will adjust properly Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its m...

Page 250: ...ren 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 storage periods Bulb Replacem...

Page 251: ...Remove the bolt A near the top inside of the headlamp assembly 4 Remove the bolt B near the top outside of the headlamp assembly 5 Remove the headlamp assembly by pulling up and out 6 Remove the elec...

Page 252: ...tal retainer away from you and then lift the metal retainer to the right 9 Pull the bulb socket out of the housing 10 Gently pull the bulb straight out of the socket 11 Reverse the steps to install th...

Page 253: ...assembly See Headlamps earlier in this section 2 Remove the front sidemarker assembly by pulling forward 3 Turn the lamp socket counterclockwise 4 Push and turn counterclockwise to remove the bulb 5...

Page 254: ...n the trunk 2 Remove the three plastic screws 3 Pull back the access panel 4 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out 5 To remove the tail stop or turn signal lamps turn the bulb socket i...

Page 255: ...ut and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause se...

Page 256: ...overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Roug...

Page 257: ...always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown o...

Page 258: ...other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size 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 Mak...

Page 259: ...des they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear...

Page 260: ...re Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing ar...

Page 261: ...replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chai...

Page 262: ...will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are...

Page 263: ...ys read the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area ofte...

Page 264: ...terior Cleaner Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery that has been treated with Scotchgardt Fabric Protector a 3M product It protects fabrics by repelling oil and water which are the carriers...

Page 265: ...safety belts and the built in child restraint harness clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts or the built in child restraint harness If you do they may be severely weakened In a crash...

Page 266: ...ean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The...

Page 267: ...brasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign material...

Page 268: ...ls other than chrome plated wheels Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleani...

Page 269: ...they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of th...

Page 270: ...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 271: ...abels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement...

Page 272: ...dlamp wiring 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...

Page 273: ...e of the correct size If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or air...

Page 274: ...stem D L Power Door Locks GAUGE RKE System Sunroof Power Windows Rear Defogger Warning Alarms DRL Gages Heater Generator Backup Lamps Fuse Usage OBD OBD II System FOG Not Used CIG Cigarette Lighter Ai...

Page 275: ...has a fuse puller located between the EFI and FAN relays You can use the puller to remove any fuses This engine compartment fuse relay block is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment...

Page 276: ...Horn System EFI or F HTR Fuel Injection System Relay FAN No 1 Cooling Fan Relay RDI Cooling Fan ENGINE MAIN Main Engine Relay HORN Relay Horn System AM1 Starting System Air Bags Engine Compartment Fus...

Page 277: ...oner Fan Relay 3 A C FAN NO 2 Air Conditioner Fan Relay 2 DIMMER Instrument Panel Dimming Relay Engine Compartment Fuse Relay Block Passenger s Side This engine compartment fuse relay block is located...

Page 278: ...0 quarts 1 9 L Differential 3 speed only 1 5 quarts 1 4 L Cooling System Automatic Transaxle 6 4 quarts 6 1 L Manual Transaxle 6 6 quarts 6 2 L Engine Oil Change w Filter 3 9 quarts 3 7 L Fuel Tank 1...

Page 279: ...erant capacity Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter GM Part No 94853522 Battery 35 60 Engine Oil Filter GM Part No 25014441 Fuel Filter GM Part No 94854620 PCV Valve GM Part...

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Page 281: ...afety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 26 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7...

Page 282: ...even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your...

Page 283: ...p keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Pa...

Page 284: ...tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will...

Page 285: ...nditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Chassis...

Page 286: ...to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Scheduled Ma...

Page 287: ...Gasket and Lines Inspection or every 24 months whichever occurs first Manual Transaxle Fluid Change severe conditions only or every 24 months whichever occurs first Cooling System Service or every 24...

Page 288: ...s Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We howeve...

Page 289: ...ery 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect air cleaner...

Page 290: ...ilter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Change automati...

Page 291: ...footnote j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and filter...

Page 292: ...note 27 000 Miles 45 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months...

Page 293: ...use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service See footnote j Change manual transaxle fluid every 30 000 mil...

Page 294: ...very 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect air cleaner...

Page 295: ...ilter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Change automati...

Page 296: ...See footnote j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 51 000 Miles 85 000 km j Change engine oil and fi...

Page 297: ...te 57 000 Miles 95 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months w...

Page 298: ...cifications if necessary or every 48 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap cap gasket and lines for damage or leaks or every 24 months whichever occurs firs...

Page 299: ...ing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions check the fluid 63 000 Miles 105 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3...

Page 300: ...or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubr...

Page 301: ...e of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in...

Page 302: ...or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 84 000 Miles 140 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubr...

Page 303: ...onths whichever occurs first See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 12 months since last inspection An Emission Control Service j Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service...

Page 304: ...note j Change manual transaxle fluid every 30 000 miles 50 000 km only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer j Change automatic transaxle fluid every 15 000 miles 25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly...

Page 305: ...note j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty condition...

Page 306: ...ces Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We howe...

Page 307: ...Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional i...

Page 308: ...ormation See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whic...

Page 309: ...k Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service See footnote j Change manual transaxle fluid every 30 000 miles 50 000 km only if your vehicle is used to tow a trailer j Ch...

Page 310: ...Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional i...

Page 311: ...e oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Ins...

Page 312: ...ngine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service See footnote j Change...

Page 313: ...and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or e...

Page 314: ...ain When 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 check the fluid 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Chan...

Page 315: ...es for damage or leaks or every 24 months whichever occurs first Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belts or 12 months since last inspect...

Page 316: ...i police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions check the fluid j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and a...

Page 317: ...Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid...

Page 318: ...n the Certification label After 10 years from the manufacture date have the system inspected every 24 months The Certification label is located on the rear edge of the driver s door Wiper Blade Check...

Page 319: ...se pawl hood and body door hinges rear compartment and any folding seat hardware Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter...

Page 320: ...ke Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check Automatic Transaxle CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Bef...

Page 321: ...is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Kee...

Page 322: ...nections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the...

Page 323: ...ication 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12...

Page 324: ...alent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements o...

Page 325: ...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 326: ...yellowblue 7 46 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 327: ...yellowblue 7 47 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 328: ...yellowblue 7 48 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 329: ...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 330: ...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 331: ...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 332: ...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 333: ...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 334: ...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 335: ...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 336: ...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 337: ...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 338: ...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 339: ...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 340: ...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 341: ...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 342: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES...

Page 343: ...rning Light 2 50 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Appearance Care 6 44 Appearance Care Materials 6 52 Arbitration Program 8 3 Ashtrays 2 40 Audio Systems 3 6 Automatic Light Control 2 35 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 18...

Page 344: ...s 1 60 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 51 Child Restraints 1 33 1 35 1 47 1 52 1 55 Built In 1 35 Securing in the Rear Seat Position 1 52 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 55 Top Strap 1 52 Where...

Page 345: ...Defogger Rear Window 3 4 Defogging 3 4 Defrosting 3 4 Dimensions Vehicle 6 61 Dome Lamps 2 37 Door Locks 2 4 Storage Compartment 2 39 Drive Position Automatic Transaxle 2 17 Driver Position 1 13 Driv...

Page 346: ...d Lubricants 7 43 Folding Rear Seatback 1 5 Foreign Countries Fuel 6 5 Fourth Gear Manual Transaxle 2 20 Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 35 Fuel 6 3 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 8 Fil...

Page 347: ...terior Lamps 2 37 Interior Plastic Components Cleaning 6 47 Jack Tire 5 19 Jump Starting 5 3 Key Lock Cylinders Service 7 39 Keyless Entry System 2 6 Keys 2 2 Labels Certification 4 29 Service Parts I...

Page 348: ...ity Intervals 7 5 Maintenance Underbody 6 51 Making Turns While Driving a Trailer 4 35 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2 51 Manual Front Seat 1 2 Manual Mirror 2 38 Manual Transaxle 2 14 2 19 Fluid 6 21 Op...

Page 349: ...3 15 Radios AM FM Stereo 3 7 Cassette Tape Player 3 8 Compact Disc Player 3 12 Rain Driving In 4 16 Reading Lamps 2 38 Rear Combination Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 36 Door Security Locks 2 5 Seat Passeng...

Page 350: ...1 Safety Warnings and Symbols vi Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Seat Operation Check 7 39 Seatback Rear Folding 1 5 Reclining Front 1 3 Seats Controls 1 2 Folding Rear Seatback 1 5 Manual Front 1...

Page 351: ...nsaxle 2 20 Tilt Wheel 2 28 Time Setting the 3 6 Tire Chains 6 44 Tire Loading 4 29 Tire Loading Information Label 4 29 Tires 6 37 Alignment and Balance 6 42 Buying New 6 40 Chains 6 44 Changing a Fla...

Page 352: ...ing Equipment to the Outside 6 3 Control 4 6 Damage Warnings vii Dimensions 6 61 Identification Number 6 53 Loading 4 29 Storage 6 32 Ventilation System 3 5 Visor Vanity Mirrors 2 41 Visors Sun 2 41 W...

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