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Scheduled Maintenance

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j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See fo.)

j Inspect engine accessory drive belt.

An Emission Control Service.

j Replace engine air cleaner filter.

An Emission Control Service.

67,500 Miles (112 500 km)

j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See fo.)

75,000 Miles (125 000 km)

j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.

Replace filter if necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote

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Summary of Contents for 2000 Camaro

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Page 2: ...vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Bumper to Bumper 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km Limited Warranty Co...

Page 4: ...ake Windows Tilt Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Interior and Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Cargo Cover Accessory Power Outlet Instrument Panel War...

Page 5: ...ler Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing...

Page 6: ...tenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Ap...

Page 7: ...it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty M...

Page 8: ...rs of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division 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...

Page 9: ...d a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that c...

Page 10: ...thing 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 read ot...

Page 11: ...s 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 WINDSH...

Page 12: ...ee Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Battery See Section 6 For a More Detailed Look at What s Un...

Page 13: ...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 During P...

Page 14: ...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 Move the...

Page 15: ...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 lean forward...

Page 16: ...ack lift the lever located 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 h...

Page 17: ...s 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 forwar...

Page 18: ...ne This part 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...

Page 19: ...kle 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 have a...

Page 20: ...1 8 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take thesimplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 21: ...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 22: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Page 23: ...ey 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 buckle up...

Page 24: ...as 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 Close an...

Page 25: ...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 unbuckle t...

Page 26: ...you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body...

Page 27: ...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 inju...

Page 28: ...ou 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 could cau...

Page 29: ...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 apply too...

Page 30: ...sted 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 so it...

Page 31: ...n 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 inju...

Page 32: ...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 safety belt...

Page 33: ...ble while still maintaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts of...

Page 34: ...he air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information H...

Page 35: ...ween an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occup...

Page 36: ...ly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sen...

Page 37: ...get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Addit...

Page 38: ...want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual...

Page 39: ...crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt The rear seats have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pul...

Page 40: ...make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...anadian province says children up to some age must be restrained 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...

Page 43: ...mall 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 is wea...

Page 44: ...ash 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 lb 110...

Page 45: ...n 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 An i...

Page 46: ...ints 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 a fro...

Page 47: ...orward 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 conver...

Page 48: ...ns 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 within th...

Page 49: ...restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure...

Page 50: ...elf Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions...

Page 51: ...if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckl...

Page 52: ...sh 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 the way The safety belt wil...

Page 53: ...child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a righ...

Page 54: ...wn on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it...

Page 55: ...need to use the safety belts properly D Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash D Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are CAUTION Never do this Here two chil...

Page 56: ...hat belts provide CAUTION Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the...

Page 57: ...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 get a...

Page 58: ...ngine 2 30 Engine Coolant Heater Canada Only 2 32 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 36 Manual Transmission Operation 2 39 Parking Brake 2 41 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 42 Shif...

Page 59: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Page 60: ...your 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 igni...

Page 61: ...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 If your vehicle...

Page 62: ...Locking If Equipped If you have power door locks you can program your vehicle to delay the locking of the doors This lets you or your passengers exit the vehicle after you ve pressed the power door l...

Page 63: ...e turned on If you would like to turn this feature off see Feature Customization in the Index Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from i...

Page 64: ...system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the...

Page 65: ...rrent alarm system if equipped See Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System in the Index Alarm Panic Mode If you are involved in a panic situation press the horn symbol button on your remote keyless entry...

Page 66: ...m the content theft deterrent alarm system if equipped 2 Remove the RADIO fuse This fuse is located in the main fuse block which is located on the left side of your instrument panel The radio fuse is...

Page 67: ...to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Carefully pry off the cover by inserting a dime or similar object in the...

Page 68: ...n If this does not happen you may need to replace the battery in your transmitter or match the transmitter to your vehicle See Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle in the Index Hatch CAUTION It can...

Page 69: ...utomatic transmission the shift lever must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N to use the remote hatch release If you have a manual transmission and the ignition is in RUN you must set the parking brake before...

Page 70: ...your ignition If you take the key with you and you have an automatic transmission it will be locked And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock yo...

Page 71: ...r preference See Feature Customization in the Index Turning Off the Alarm If you started the alarm by pressing the panic button on the remote keyless entry transmitter you must either push that button...

Page 72: ...esired If sensitivity is increased too much it may give false alarms caused by gusts of wind or other natural events that may shake the vehicle When your vehicle is new there will be a label covering...

Page 73: ...s you are inside the vehicle so it will not arm Locking the doors by using the manual door locks will not arm the system Passive Arming If the ignition was just turned off and a door was opened the sy...

Page 74: ...Y light may remain on during this time If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be clean and dry wait about three minutes and try another ignition key At this time you may also want to c...

Page 75: ...tems can be programmed with several different features The features you can program depend upon the options that came with your vehicle The following chart show the features that can be programmed To...

Page 76: ...will hear one to two chimes depending on the features your vehicle is equipped with Refer to the chart shown previously You can now program your choices To exit the programming mode follow the steps...

Page 77: ...will lock unlock when you press the power door lock switch Mode 2 Lockout Prevention Only If you leave your keys in the ignition and leave through the driver s door you won t be able to lock the door...

Page 78: ...time you push LOCK or UNLOCK Mode 4 Lamps Your parking lamps will flash every time you press LOCK or UNLOCK Mode 5 Lamps Horn and Lamps Lamps Your lamps will flash upon the first press on LOCK your l...

Page 79: ...the remote keyless entry transmitter or the power door lock switch to lock the doors the system will arm itself Mode 4 Passive Arming and Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Power Door Lock Switch Armin...

Page 80: ...hirps once the hatch is open or unlatched If you use either the power door lock switch or passive arming only your parking lamps will flash for verification Mode 4 Lamps When your vehicle arms only yo...

Page 81: ...er s door is opened with your key and the shock sensor will be available to measure sharp blows to your vehicle Mode 4 Eight Second Delay and Shock Sensor Enabled The alarm will sound eight seconds af...

Page 82: ...mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more info...

Page 83: ...steering wheel ignition and automatic transmission but does not send electrical power to any accessories Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed A warning tone will sound if you open...

Page 84: ...on 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 vehicle is moving If you do you could dama...

Page 85: ...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 key i...

Page 86: ...l 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 do this 1 With your foot off the...

Page 87: ...erform 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 Heater...

Page 88: ...y grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet 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 co...

Page 89: ...lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehi...

Page 90: ...EVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand wi...

Page 91: ...ose DRIVE D instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B D When driving on hilly winding roads D When towing a trailer so there is less shifting between gears D When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position...

Page 92: ...hill Maximum engine speed is limited to protect driveline components from improper operation Second Gear Start V6 Automatic If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a Second Gear Start feature P...

Page 93: ...SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up o...

Page 94: ...gear 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 vehicle sto...

Page 95: ...oothly you should downshift to the next lower gear You may have to downshift two or more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for good performance NOTICE If you skip more than one gear when yo...

Page 96: ...1st to 4th 15 mph 24 km h D 4th to 5th 25 mph 40 km h D 5th to 6th 49 mph 64 km h Each time you come to a stop the engine s Powertrain Control Module PCM determines when to activate the SKIP SHIFT ups...

Page 97: ...ou move the brake lever all the way down NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your parking brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your v...

Page 98: ...ur vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot a...

Page 99: ...que Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the tran...

Page 100: ...Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 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 Man...

Page 101: ...r 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 park...

Page 102: ...ve the shift lever to PARK P Followtheproperstepstobesureyour vehiclewon 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 Towing a Tra...

Page 103: ...tch again while the window is in the express down mode when it has lowered to the position you want To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window press and...

Page 104: ...er the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction L...

Page 105: ...omplete 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 change a sign...

Page 106: ...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 blad...

Page 107: ...u 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 tire trac...

Page 108: ...ff the cruise 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 briefly You ll go right back...

Page 109: ...ell 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 your speed Wh...

Page 110: ...f Equipped Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially he...

Page 111: ...fog lamp button is located on your console above the audio system To turn the fog lamps on push the right side of the fog lamp switch and a light on the switch will come on indicating that the fog la...

Page 112: ...mps 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 prevent ba...

Page 113: ...e is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP It allows certain features on your vehicle to continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Your convertible top power win...

Page 114: ...by hand so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Manual Remote Control Mirror Adjust the driver s side outside mirror with the l...

Page 115: ...ht lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box To open the glove box lift up on the lever Use...

Page 116: ...t the rear end area When carrying large or heavy items it is a good idea to open the cover and place the items in the rear area of the vehicle Removing the Cargo Cover 1 Close the cover If the cargo c...

Page 117: ...htray is near your cupholder NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage To use the ligh...

Page 118: ...nstructions included with the equipment NOTICE When using the accessory power outlet D The maximum load of any electrical equipment should not exceed three amps D Be sure to turn off any electrical eq...

Page 119: ...vehicle is moving could cause an accident The panel could fall into the vehicle and cause you to lose control or it could fly off and strike another vehicle You or others could be injured Remove the T...

Page 120: ...e vehicle for storage Storing the T Top Roof Panels CAUTION If the T top panel is not stored properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be...

Page 121: ...rect slot DRIVER or PASSENGER in the rear area of your vehicle Make sure the handle is open and facing you when you put it in the storage slot 2 Push the handle down to close and secure the panel in t...

Page 122: ...the underside of the panel Check now and then to be sure the roof panel is firmly in place 1 Wheninstalling thepanelstothe roof keep theoutboard edge of the panel raised about 3 inches 8 cm above the...

Page 123: ...center roof rail Doing so may cause the weatherstrips to be aligned improperly which may result in leaks and possible damage to the weatherstrips NOTICE High pressure car washes may cause water to ent...

Page 124: ...rim making sure the edge marked DRIVER FRONT is pointing to the front of the vehicle 3 Open the latch and close the T top Check to see if there are any gaps showing Unlatch the T top and adjust the su...

Page 125: ...d lock the T top Repeat the above steps for the passenger side sunshade You can store the sunshades two different ways D When the T tops are in use store the sunshades in their storage area in the rea...

Page 126: ...ion to ACC or RUN 3 Lower both sun visors NOTICE It is not recommended that you raise or lower the top while the vehicle is moving NOTICE Don t lower the top if it is damp or wet When the top is down...

Page 127: ...latch Be sure the hook on the latch that attaches into the hole at the windshield releases 5 Make sure there is nothing or anyone on or around the top Push and hold down the down arrow lower part of...

Page 128: ...latches to the closed position 2 Open the hatch and remove the two side covers and the middle section from the storage bag 3 Install the two side covers by inserting the tab into the front seatbelt co...

Page 129: ...Cover 1 Open the hatch Remove the middle piece of the cover by pushing in on the latch and lifting up on the cover 2 Remove the two side pieces of the boot cover by lifting the rear cover and sliding...

Page 130: ...commended that you park on a level surface Set the parking brake firmly If you have an automatic transmission shift into PARK P If you have a manual transmission shift into REVERSE R 2 Turn the igniti...

Page 131: ...op part of the convertible TOP switch 5 Pull down on the latches and align the hooks with the holes Push forward on the larger part of the latch until it clicks Do not force the latch If it is hard to...

Page 132: ...uch 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 located along the driver s side trim panel Lift up the...

Page 133: ...2 76 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 134: ...Button V6 Automatic without ASR If Equipped G Audio System H Comfort Control System I Glove Box J Remote Hatch Release If Equipped K Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped L Rear Window Defogger Bu...

Page 135: ...ow 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 many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economic...

Page 136: ...appens 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 door mu...

Page 137: ...gine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicl...

Page 138: ...stem is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTI...

Page 139: ...our battery may not be able to power certain electrical accessories like ABS If this happens the ABS INOP light will come on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index If you must drive a s...

Page 140: ...is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light United States Canada With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and it...

Page 141: ...ould 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 needs servic...

Page 142: ...ed States Canada 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 Diagnostics Second Generation...

Page 143: ...Emission 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...

Page 144: ...stem dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Are you low on fuel As your engine starts to run out of fuel your engine may not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of air...

Page 145: ...control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery...

Page 146: ...nd oil viscosity but readings above the red area show the normal operating range Readings in the red area tell you that the engine is low on oil or that you might have some other oil problem See Engin...

Page 147: ...he level once the engine is running Also the oil level check only works when the engine has been turned off long enough for the oil to drain back into the oil pan Oil Change Light This OIL CHANGE ligh...

Page 148: ...y Consult a qualified dealership for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performance Check Gages Light This warning light will come on briefly when you start the engine If the light comes on and...

Page 149: ...braking or speeding up D The gage may not indicate E empty when the ignition is turned off Low Fuel Light If your fuel is low your vehicle s CHECK GAGES light on your instrument panel cluster will com...

Page 150: ...ne 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 Automatic Tone Control If Eq...

Page 151: ...ir Air Control Knob OFF The system is off MAX This setting provides maximum cooling for quick cool down on very hot days It recirculates most of the air inside your vehicle If it is used for long peri...

Page 152: ...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 closed...

Page 153: ...l 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 only You...

Page 154: ...ol knob to a comfortable setting 3 Turn the fan control knob to the desired speed Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heat...

Page 155: ...trol Press SET SET will appear on the display for five seconds Within five seconds press and hold the right arrow on the SEEK button until the correct minute appears Press and hold the left arrow on t...

Page 156: ...ill 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 time J...

Page 157: ...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 the ta...

Page 158: ...seconds press 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 overri...

Page 159: ...wn 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 between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selecti...

Page 160: ...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 mode this function will scan through both FM1 and F...

Page 161: ...eakers 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 on ea...

Page 162: ...tion arrow blinks during NEXT or SEEK operation The sound will mute during NEXT or SEEK operation Press this button or one of the SEEK arrows again to return to normal play REV 4 Press this button to...

Page 163: ...r Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset CD Adapter Kits I...

Page 164: ...SCV your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV...

Page 165: ...of your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds The radio will scan through each of the stations stored on your pushbuttons except those stations with weak reception The AUTO T...

Page 166: ...ockwise for the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers a...

Page 167: ...ly within a track Release it to resume playing You can use the counter reading on the display to locate a passage easily RECALL Press this button to see which track is playing Press it again within fi...

Page 168: ...hat they will not come into contact with the CD changer You must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc Each of the 12 trays holds one disc Press the button on the back...

Page 169: ...an error will occur When the door is closed the changer will begin checking for discs in the magazine This will continue for up to two minutes depending on the number of discs loaded To eject the maga...

Page 170: ...order Press this button again to turn off the random feature and return to normal operation NEXT 3 Press this button or the SEEK right arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it...

Page 171: ...should play when the road is smoother D The disc is dirty scratched wet or loaded label side up D The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again D The CD changer door is open Completely...

Page 172: ...have written down The display will show REP to let you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secret code 9 Press AM FM and this time the display will show SEC to let you know...

Page 173: ...ake the first one or two digits agree with your code 7 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio...

Page 174: ...and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing the player will advance with the up arrow and reverse with the down arrow PRESET Press this butt...

Page 175: ...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 Adjust th...

Page 176: ...for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cas...

Page 177: ...ay degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original ca...

Page 178: ...6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 ASR Acceleration Slip Regulation Steering Option 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 Rai...

Page 179: ...ventable 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 is goi...

Page 180: ...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 drive Bu...

Page 181: ...e 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 as we...

Page 182: ...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 perso...

Page 183: ...ou have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seco...

Page 184: ...o push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be...

Page 185: ...ling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel with V8 engine or at each front wheel and at both rear wheels with V6 engine The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster t...

Page 186: ...n help you more than even the very best braking ASR Acceleration Slip Regulation System Option Your vehicle may have a traction control system called ASR that limits wheel spin This is especially usef...

Page 187: ...you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the ASR system off if you ever need to You should turn the sys...

Page 188: ...hich 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 systems...

Page 189: ...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 depend...

Page 190: ...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 judgment or...

Page 191: ...rs 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 the b...

Page 192: ...nly 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 slide ea...

Page 193: ...headlamps behind you D Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles D Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light u...

Page 194: ...th misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much w...

Page 195: ...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 harder to...

Page 196: ...rake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the ro...

Page 197: ...lowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inc...

Page 198: ...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 energy...

Page 199: ...ou have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the 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 t...

Page 200: ...ar comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is 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...

Page 201: ...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 well ven...

Page 202: ...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 going d...

Page 203: ...r 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 be dr...

Page 204: ...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 blowing...

Page 205: ...e the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of...

Page 206: ...see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time...

Page 207: ...icle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTICE Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Loading Your Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle...

Page 208: ...r your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 100 lbs 45 kg in your rear area CAU...

Page 209: ...Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or...

Page 210: ...speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or prov...

Page 211: ...ormation or advice or you can write us at Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Com...

Page 212: ...the driver s door or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the c...

Page 213: ...stems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourse...

Page 214: ...ng When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal we...

Page 215: ...better not to use FIFTH 5 or SIXTH 6 gear Just drive in FOURTH 4 or FIFTH 5 gear if you have a six speed manual transmission or as you need to a lower gear Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should n...

Page 216: ...trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant drive belts co...

Page 217: ...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 Chan...

Page 218: ...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 in and...

Page 219: ...don 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 ACDelc...

Page 220: ...dio 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 e...

Page 221: ...t 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 badly...

Page 222: ...e 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 l...

Page 223: ...you or others D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is 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 vehicl...

Page 224: ...Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation Should an overheated engine condition exist an overheat protection m...

Page 225: ...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 your engine is overheated the liqui...

Page 226: ...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 while drivi...

Page 227: ...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 from a...

Page 228: ...ystem CAUTION 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...

Page 229: ...y 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 clean dr...

Page 230: ...t 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 FULL COL...

Page 231: ...ey 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 hot Wait...

Page 232: ...e 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 stops Don...

Page 233: ...ols openthecoolantairbleedvalve 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 filler neck See Eng...

Page 234: ...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 may be...

Page 235: ...his 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 hot Tu...

Page 236: ...ll 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 and co...

Page 237: ...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: ...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 equip...

Page 239: ...located 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 pa...

Page 240: ...screw heads until the 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 discon...

Page 241: ...5 25 Remove the wing nut and adapter and pull out the spare The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B...

Page 242: ...osen the plastic caps using the wheel wrench and remove the wheel cover If your vehicle has optional alloy wheels first remove the decorative nut caps using the wheel wrench Each wheel may have one lo...

Page 243: ...5 27 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet...

Page 244: ...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 the jack in a similar location Stay away from the moldings o...

Page 245: ...with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location b...

Page 246: ...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 get all the rust or d...

Page 247: ...ely 8 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Install the plastic caps for the bolt on wheel cover or the decorative plastic caps if your vehicle has the optional alloy wheels...

Page 248: ...d expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cove...

Page 249: ...5 33 1 Trim Panel 2 Bolt 3 Cover 4 Jack 5 Wing Nut 6 Adapter 7 Compact Spare Tire 8 Full Size Tire 9 Carpet Flap 10 Tire Storage Bolt 11 Trunk Access Panel Convertible Only 12 Knob...

Page 250: ...ou 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 spare is i...

Page 251: ...fting 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 Out First t...

Page 252: ...Manual Transmission Fluid 6 24 Hydraulic Clutch 6 25 Rear Axle 6 26 Engine Coolant 6 29 Power Steering Fluid 6 30 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 31 Brakes 6 35 Battery 6 36 Bulb Replacement 6 40 Tires 6 50...

Page 253: ...ou 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 manua...

Page 254: ...e outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehi...

Page 255: ...the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehic...

Page 256: ...nol 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 on d...

Page 257: ...ehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the cap by the tether from the hook...

Page 258: ...g 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 can det...

Page 259: ...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 Checking Thin...

Page 260: ...he 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 area...

Page 261: ...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 Steering Fl...

Page 262: ...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...

Page 263: ...oil level right away For more information see Low Oil Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your...

Page 264: ...pstick might not show the actual level 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...

Page 265: ...through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Pet...

Page 266: ...u 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 thickness Do n...

Page 267: ...cosity 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 engine...

Page 268: ...er the oil is changed How to Reset the Oil Change Light After changing the engine oil the system must be reset 1 Turn the ignition key to RUN and with the engine turned off 2 Push the TRIP OIL RESET b...

Page 269: ...rned 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 on the...

Page 270: ...To remove the air cleaner filter 1 Unlatch the two clamps located on the front of the filter 2 Lift the cover and remove the filter 3 Replace the filter See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the...

Page 271: ...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 terra...

Page 272: ...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 15 miles...

Page 273: ...follow these steps 3800 V6 Dipstick 5 7L V8 Dipstick 1 The red transmission dipstick is located near the back of the engine Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean...

Page 274: ...nty D After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check D When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the...

Page 275: ...fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only...

Page 276: ...it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the l...

Page 277: ...inkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine tem...

Page 278: ...ngine 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 coolant NOTI...

Page 279: ...the radiator See Engine Overheating in the Index for information CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and bur...

Page 280: ...iver s side When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in...

Page 281: ...Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid...

Page 282: ...and other parts of the washer system 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 o...

Page 283: ...you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake flu...

Page 284: ...UTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wro...

Page 285: ...the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes When you have the front or rear brake pads replaced have the other brakes inspected too Brake li...

Page 286: ...cle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake p...

Page 287: ...ge Headlamps Before replacing a headlamp bulb that does not light check to make sure that the wiring connector is securely fastened to it See Replacement Bulbs in the Index to check the type of headla...

Page 288: ...t 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 Remove...

Page 289: ...urn the socket 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 Sidemarker 1 Remove the screw from...

Page 290: ...n 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 see N...

Page 291: ...the wiper blade assembly notched end of blade element last slide the blade element into the blade claw sets The plastic retainer caps will be forced off as the element is fully inserted Make sure that...

Page 292: ...nflation pressure adjustment for higher speed driving Inflation Tire Pressure The Tire Loading Information label which is on the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when...

Page 293: ...re tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires...

Page 294: ...P275 40ZR17 Goodyear Eagle F1 GS tires use the rotation pattern shown above for your tires If you have P245 50ZR16 Goodyear Eagle GS C tires or P275 40ZR17 Goodyear Eagle F1 GS tires they must roll in...

Page 295: ...er 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 See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell w...

Page 296: ...s with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could ca...

Page 297: ...ards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 15...

Page 298: ...verloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your v...

Page 299: ...tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wh...

Page 300: ...vehicle and don t spin your wheels NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires If you have other tires use tire chains only where le...

Page 301: ...ore 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 these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing...

Page 302: ...ove 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 Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit f...

Page 303: ...oe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild...

Page 304: ...cratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their p...

Page 305: ...could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exter...

Page 306: ...one with water jets and hanging cloths High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle When you hand wash the top do it in partial shade Use a mild soap lukewarm water and a soft sponge...

Page 307: ...wheel and buff off immediately after application 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 thes...

Page 308: ...have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the fra...

Page 309: ...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 with...

Page 310: ...rtificates 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 Service Pa...

Page 311: ...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 Windshield W...

Page 312: ...he instrument panel The other two are located in the engine compartment Open the cover on either of the boxes to expose the fuses Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken...

Page 313: ...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 Switch Radio Shock Se...

Page 314: ...ch Instrument Cluster HVAC Control Assembly PRNDL Illumination Lamp Ashtray Lamp Radio Rear Window Defogger Switch Timer Traction Control ASR Second Gear Start Switch Convertible Top Switch ACCY After...

Page 315: ...HORN Horn and Headlamp Doors ABS BAT 2 Anti Lock Brake and Traction Control System ASR COOL FAN Cooling Fan Relays Relay Description FOG LAMP Fog Lamps HORN Horn FAN 3 Cooling Fans FAN 2 Cooling Fans...

Page 316: ...utomatic Transmission and Charcoal Canister Purge Solenoid A C CRUISE Air Conditioning Compressor Relay Cruise Control Switches and Module Fuse Usage ENG CTRL Engine Controls Fuel Pump Powertrain Cont...

Page 317: ...ission Drain and Refill 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Overhaul 3800 V6 8 8 quarts 8 3 L 5 7L V8 10 8 quarts 10 2 L Cooling System 3800 V6 With Manual Transmission 11 6 quarts 11 0 L With Automatic Transmission 11...

Page 318: ...enance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter A917C Battery 75 60 Engine Oil Filter 3800 V6 PF47 5 7L V8 PF44 Fuel Filter 3800 V6 G627 5 7L V8 GF578 PCV Valve 3800 V6 CV892C 5 7L V8 CV948C Radiat...

Page 319: ...services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 17 Part B Owner Checks and Services...

Page 320: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can 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...

Page 321: ...o the work If you 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 y...

Page 322: ...s 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 you go to your dealer for your se...

Page 323: ...wing Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or...

Page 324: ...der severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The system won t dete...

Page 325: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Page 326: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Page 327: ...if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When do...

Page 328: ...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 taxi police or delivery service If you do not use you...

Page 329: ...r if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When d...

Page 330: ...nal information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where...

Page 331: ...ir cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 67 500 Miles 112 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7...

Page 332: ...g 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 km j...

Page 333: ...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 Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control...

Page 334: ...atic 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 last...

Page 335: ...ary 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 proper fluid if necessary...

Page 336: ...ion Fluid in the Index Check for leaks A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss Have the system inspected and repaired if needed Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level a...

Page 337: ...alfway 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...

Page 338: ...om 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 Keeping...

Page 339: ...on 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 system...

Page 340: ...he 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 brake l...

Page 341: ...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 Solvent G...

Page 342: ...valent 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 in th...

Page 343: ...vided 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 maintenance...

Page 344: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 345: ...stance 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 Assistance 8 8...

Page 346: ...nts 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 ONE D...

Page 347: ...n 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 348: ...ailable 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 discont...

Page 349: ...ll 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 you up...

Page 350: ...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 number 1...

Page 351: ...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 qualit...

Page 352: ...ed If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work...

Page 353: ...e Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is avai...

Page 354: ...nnot 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 Washin...

Page 355: ...07 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 Ontari...

Page 356: ...n 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 Portfo...

Page 357: ...00 2000 50 00 2000 20 00 2000 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 change...

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