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Section 5

Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Jump Starting

Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating

Cooling System

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

Compact Spare Tire

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Summary of Contents for 2000 Prizm

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Page 2: ...r vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency 1 800 CHEV USA For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency Bumper to Bumper 3 ye...

Page 4: ...rking Brake Windows Tilt Wheel If Equipped Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Option Interior and Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Sunroof Option Instrument Pa...

Page 5: ...Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overh...

Page 6: ...d Services Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants Engine Air Cleaner Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Tires and Wheels...

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: ...anges in the product after that time without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in t...

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: ...Use unleaded gas only 87 Octane or higher See 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 Sec...

Page 13: ...e 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 Passenge...

Page 14: ...hicle 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 located un...

Page 15: ...seatback lift the lever on the outer side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Push on the seat to make sure it s locked into position Pull up on the lever and the sea...

Page 16: ...job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt...

Page 17: ...when you need to fold the seat and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in the trunk When the seat is returned to the passenger position be sure the head restraints are installed prop...

Page 18: ...he way CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After rais...

Page 19: ...a built in child restraint 4 Fold the seatback down To raise the seatback 1 Pull the seatback up and push it back to lock it into place Make sure the safety belts are not twisted or caught in the seat...

Page 20: ...ously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely d...

Page 21: ...ven buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or kille...

Page 22: ...1 10 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop...

Page 23: ...1 11 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel...

Page 24: ...even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I...

Page 25: ...Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller childr...

Page 26: ...ou more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this sec...

Page 27: ...dy are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before...

Page 28: ...d neck but not falling off your shoulder Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder b...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ...traint locking feature If this 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...

Page 34: ...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 rear side or low spe...

Page 35: ...very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued the best protection for adults but not for youn...

Page 36: ...The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is...

Page 37: ...r 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 occupant and an air bag and don...

Page 38: ...p the occupant A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck It is possible that in a crash involving the front of your vehicle only one of the two frontal air bags...

Page 39: ...ir bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickl...

Page 40: ...module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system D Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improp...

Page 41: ...hicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index CAUTION For...

Page 42: ...vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt All three rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate...

Page 43: ...lt as you pull up on the shoulder part 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 l...

Page 44: ...e to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Ba...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...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 47: ...ly by children who weigh between 22 and 66 pounds 10 and 30 kg and whose height is between 33 5 and 50 inches 850 and 1270 mm and who are capable of sitting upright alone The child should also be at l...

Page 48: ...d sit on the vehicle s seat cushion and use the vehicle s adult safety belts CAUTION BEFORE YOU USE THIS CHILD RESTRAINT BE SURE THE TOP OF THE CHILD S SHOULDERS IS BELOW THE SLOTS THAT THE HARNESS GO...

Page 49: ...child restraint cushion CAUTION If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be injured...

Page 50: ...ed on the child restraint cushion can cause serious injury to the child in a sudden stop or crash If a child is the proper size for the built in child restraint secure the child using the child restra...

Page 51: ...e time pull both shoulder harness straps through the slots in the seatback as shown 5 If the left and right halves of the shoulder harness clip are fastened together separate them Also make sure the h...

Page 52: ...prevent you from securing the latch plates If you can t secure a latch plate see your dealer for service before using the child restraint 9 Place the other side of the harness over the child s should...

Page 53: ...ned on the child s shoulders CAUTION An unfastened shoulder harness clip won t help keep the harness in place on the child s shoulders If the harness isn t on the child s shoulders it won t be able to...

Page 54: ...ess and the child s chest Make sure the harness and buckle strap are not twisted 14 Adjust the position of the harness on the child s shoulders by moving the clip up or down along the harness On each...

Page 55: ...Built in Child Restraint 1 Unfasten the shoulder harness clip 2 Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle 3 Move both sides of the harness off the child s shoulders 4 Remove the child f...

Page 56: ...lt 1 Fasten the harness clip 2 Remove the head restraint 3 Install the head restraint so that the front side faces the front of the vehicle Don t push it all the way down yet 4 Using the fastener stri...

Page 57: ...into the seatback Make sure the harness adjustment strap is folded up in the seatback 6 Attach the flap to the fastener strip on the top of the seatback 7 Press the child restraint cushion firmly int...

Page 58: ...ed 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 child...

Page 59: ...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 about...

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Page 61: ...le restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat A booster seat F is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs or even up to 80 lbs 18 to 2...

Page 62: ...e restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front pas...

Page 63: ...aint has a top strap it should be anchored Your vehicle has top strap anchors already installed for the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel If you have an...

Page 64: ...when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child...

Page 65: ...a forward facing 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...

Page 66: ...in the right front seat 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 that came with the child restr...

Page 67: ...the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to...

Page 68: ...just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children Children who h...

Page 69: ...oulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehi...

Page 70: ...ars 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 portion...

Page 71: ...icle has a built in 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 buil...

Page 72: ...er 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 child rest...

Page 73: ...Transaxle Operation 2 18 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 20 Parking Brake 2 21 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 23 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 23 Parking Your Vehicle...

Page 74: ...icle 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 Don t...

Page 75: ...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 Assistance...

Page 76: ...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 door locks...

Page 77: ...ck 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 To Use...

Page 78: ...en 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 key ope...

Page 79: ...her vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again D Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the inst...

Page 80: ...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 battery...

Page 81: ...runk 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 uncon...

Page 82: ...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 And re...

Page 83: ...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 during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more...

Page 84: ...driving When the engine is not running ACC and ON allow you to operate some of your electrical accessories A warning tone will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is in ACC or LOCK a...

Page 85: ...ing brake engaged Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your vehicle won t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that s a safety feature Starting Your 1 8 Liter L4 Engine...

Page 86: ...ing it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This cl...

Page 87: ...ever 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 vehic...

Page 88: ...ward could damage your transaxle 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 without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In S...

Page 89: ...ph 88 km h or you can damage your transaxle Use DRIVE D as much as possible Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 58 mph 93 km h or you can damage your engine LOW L This position...

Page 90: ...e light on the instrument panel cluster will go off See Overdrive Off Light in the Index Use this feature for better fuel economy Fast starts use the mostfuelwhilegradualstartsgiveyouthebestfueleconom...

Page 91: ...TH 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 vehicle sto...

Page 92: ...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 engine is not r...

Page 93: ...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 firmly set...

Page 94: ...t fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle w...

Page 95: ...hift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of...

Page 96: ...ciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle...

Page 97: ...e with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the...

Page 98: ...er completely Pull up on the switch lightly and release it to stop the window partway You can also open the driver s window to the desired position by pushing the switch halfway down and releasing it...

Page 99: ...nd enter the vehicle To tilt the column pull down on the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then move the lever upward to lock the column in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The...

Page 100: ...dly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out have it replaced to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a t...

Page 101: ...gh speed 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 blades do become damaged get new blades or blad...

Page 102: ...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 traction can...

Page 103: ...t there may be a problem with your cruise control See your dealer Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed D Use the accelerator pedal to get to the high...

Page 104: ...t of cruise control Many 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...

Page 105: ...reduction in lighting that lasts longer than 20 seconds it will activate the headlamps If you are driving through a parking garage heavy overcast weather or a tunnel the ALC will turn on your low beam...

Page 106: ...he headlamps will automatically switch from DRL to the regular headlamps See Automatic Light Control earlier in this section When you turn the headlamp switch off the regular lamps will go off and you...

Page 107: ...oor is opened DOOR The lamp comes on when a door is opened After all of the doors are closed or until the ignition is turned on the lamp will remain on for about 15 seconds and will then go out Readin...

Page 108: ...hat you can just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Power Remote Control Mirrors If Equipped The remote power mirror control is located to the left of...

Page 109: ...s door Instrument Panel Storage Compartment There is also a storage compartment located on the instrument panel below the instrument panel brightness control Pull the top of the door toward you to ope...

Page 110: ...hter in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself If the engine is not running the key must be in ACC to use the lighter NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your...

Page 111: ...the sunroof Your ignition must be on for the switch to work To open the sunroof push the SLIDE arrow that points to the rear of the vehicle To close it push the other arrow that points to the front of...

Page 112: ...2 40 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 113: ...ontrol 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 Hood...

Page 114: ...nstrument 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 safel...

Page 115: ...2 43 Optional Cluster...

Page 116: ...ro 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 to swit...

Page 117: ...ens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When...

Page 118: ...ou start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on or keeps flashing...

Page 119: ...air conditioner Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though...

Page 120: ...t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light Option With the anti lock brake system this light will...

Page 121: ...your vehicle needs service If the light is on and the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes The anti lock brake system warning light sho...

Page 122: ...designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well...

Page 123: ...see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and...

Page 124: ...dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspe...

Page 125: ...st to show you it is working but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right a...

Page 126: ...dealer for service Overdrive Off Light If you have an automatic transaxle with OVERDRIVE this light appears on your instrument panel cluster The light will come on whenever you turn off the OVERDRIVE...

Page 127: ...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 the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took more or l...

Page 128: ...Controls 3 4 Heating 3 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 3 10 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape P...

Page 129: ...oor 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 lever in...

Page 130: ...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 escape For nor...

Page 131: ...o CIRCULATE and turn the airflow knob to DEFROST to direct air to the windshield vents Turn the temperature knob clockwise and the fan knob toward HI When the windshield is clear turn down the fan spe...

Page 132: ...e air intake lever to CIRCULATE and turn the airflow 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...

Page 133: ...s This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle D Shut off outboard dash vents to keep cold air from blowing in Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years...

Page 134: ...selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The radio will...

Page 135: ...that numbered button the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone BASS Press and release AUDIO repeatedly until BAS appears on the display Then press and hol...

Page 136: ...and release AUDIO until FAD appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the front speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the rear speakers F and a number wil...

Page 137: ...shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The...

Page 138: ...ss that numbered button the station you set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone BASS Press and release AUDIO until BAS appears on the display Then press and hold the up...

Page 139: ...e the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached FADE Press and release AUDIO until FAD appears on the display Then press and hold the...

Page 140: ...selection on the tape if the selection has been playing for less than 3 seconds If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than 13 seconds...

Page 141: ...g The inactive tape will remain safely inside the radio for future listening In order to use a portable CD player adapter or a cassette tape head cleaner you must disable the TIGHT LOOSE TAPE sensor P...

Page 142: ...ong signal only SCAN Press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds...

Page 143: ...the bass level you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached TREBLE Press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble T and a pos...

Page 144: ...balanced between the speakers Release the up or down arrow when you find the speaker balance you want or when the maximum or minimum level is reached To set BALANCE or FADE to the middle position sele...

Page 145: ...ks in random rather than sequential order RND will show on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play OFF will appear on the display RPT 6 Press this button once to hear a selection over agai...

Page 146: ...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 147: ...scrubbing 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...

Page 148: ...lean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer e...

Page 149: ...ving 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 19 Cit...

Page 150: ...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 151: ...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 152: ...arried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the lega...

Page 153: ...right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the co...

Page 154: ...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 with...

Page 155: ...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 anti loc...

Page 156: ...els 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 could Th...

Page 157: ...e 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 rolling...

Page 158: ...teering 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 control The...

Page 159: ...u 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 probl...

Page 160: ...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 161: ...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 162: ...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 gra...

Page 163: ...roads 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 No one can see as well at night as in the day...

Page 164: ...act repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your hea...

Page 165: ...ast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them...

Page 166: ...ter that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing...

Page 167: ...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 168: ...entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you 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 exp...

Page 169: ...t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear 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...

Page 170: ...re some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments...

Page 171: ...would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift...

Page 172: ...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 dri...

Page 173: ...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 accelerate too...

Page 174: ...ound clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake...

Page 175: ...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 176: ...ur vehicle 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 ve...

Page 177: ...ting 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 125 lbs 56 7 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier th...

Page 178: ...UTION 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 even at all You and...

Page 179: ...ntrol You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls D Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged D Th...

Page 180: ...ou may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Y...

Page 181: ...oles later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle see Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains...

Page 182: ...ght of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch...

Page 183: ...e may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the tr...

Page 184: ...ou ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet or into gear for a manual transaxle 2 Have someone place chocks under the traile...

Page 185: ...fill engine oil drive belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review this in...

Page 186: ...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 9 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Chan...

Page 187: ...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 the fl...

Page 188: ...ectricity to burn you If you 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 covere...

Page 189: ...es involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL N before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unneces...

Page 190: ...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 cables don t have loos...

Page 191: ...e 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 the...

Page 192: ...onnection 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 the vehi...

Page 193: ...e the vehicle on each side with separate safety chains 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...

Page 194: ...n 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 liqu...

Page 195: ...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 long...

Page 196: ...p 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 don t do anything...

Page 197: ...eeds 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 proper c...

Page 198: ...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 FULL m...

Page 199: ...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 200: ...ap 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 stop...

Page 201: ...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 the co...

Page 202: ...diator 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 pressure cap...

Page 203: ...ou 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 eq...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...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 side o...

Page 206: ...e 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 whee...

Page 207: ...er 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 the whe...

Page 208: ...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 positioned can...

Page 209: ...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 from the...

Page 210: ...aches 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 use o...

Page 211: ...ION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to re...

Page 212: ...Store the wheel cover in the trunk until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could...

Page 213: ...our 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 s...

Page 214: ...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 the tr...

Page 215: ...d 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 vehicle I...

Page 216: ...icle 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 hooks to...

Page 217: ...Hood 6 11 Engine Oil 6 15 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 17 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 20 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Hydraulic Clutch 6 22 Engine Coolant 6 24 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 25 Power Steering...

Page 218: ...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 219: ...r unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorse...

Page 220: ...ervice station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emissi...

Page 221: ...ajor oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identificatio...

Page 222: ...r release lever is near the floor to the left of the driver s seat The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the cap inside the fuel door To remove the...

Page 223: ...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 224: ...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 225: ...of the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle Release the secondary hood release by pulling up on the lever near the middle of the hood 3 Lift the ho...

Page 226: ...eering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Compartment Fuse Block D Engine Oil Dipstick E Engine Oil Fill Cap F Radiator Pressure Cap G Coolant Recovery Tank H Brake Fluid Reservoir I Engine Air Cleaner Filter J...

Page 227: ...oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located in the center of the engine compartment...

Page 228: ...ities 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 could...

Page 229: ...te 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 your oil...

Page 230: ...t extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to...

Page 231: ...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 the en...

Page 232: ...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 there...

Page 233: ...e 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 damage...

Page 234: ...e pausing for 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...

Page 235: ...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 much fl...

Page 236: ...our 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 transaxl...

Page 237: ...is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system...

Page 238: ...lf coolant that meets GM Specification 1825 M which won t damage aluminum parts You can also use a recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825 M with a complete coolant flush and refill If yo...

Page 239: ...ealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The veh...

Page 240: ...ill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the rad...

Page 241: ...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 Just...

Page 242: ...uid 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 opera...

Page 243: ...so 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 if it...

Page 244: ...n 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 vehicle could be...

Page 245: ...f immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound w...

Page 246: ...there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If you rarely make a modera...

Page 247: ...if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Bulb...

Page 248: ...ve 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 electrica...

Page 249: ...tainer 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 the new...

Page 250: ...bly 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 Revers...

Page 251: ...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 in to r...

Page 252: ...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 serious...

Page 253: ...oading 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 Rough ride...

Page 254: ...s 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 on the...

Page 255: ...r 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 Make sur...

Page 256: ...ty Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited produc...

Page 257: ...afety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for...

Page 258: ...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 259: ...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 dange...

Page 260: ...ad 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 often A s...

Page 261: ...rst clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth D Rub with a clean dam...

Page 262: ...nt harness only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust f...

Page 263: ...ehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold w...

Page 264: ...e 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 materials such...

Page 265: ...tic vehicle wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTIC...

Page 266: ...ave 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 frame...

Page 267: ...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 268: ...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 parts...

Page 269: ...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 Winds...

Page 270: ...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 condi...

Page 271: ...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 Air Bags Power Mirrors Autom...

Page 272: ...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 near the air cleaner Fuse...

Page 273: ...AM1 Starting System Air Bags Engine Compartment Fuse Relay Block Driver s Side This engine compartment fuse relay block is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment near the battery Fuse...

Page 274: ...gh Low Beam HB 2 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker 3157NA Stoplamp Taillamp 3157 Back Up 921 Rear Sidemarker 194 Rear Turn Signal 3156 Trunk Light 168 Capacities and Specifications The following approximat...

Page 275: ...l Nut Torque 76 lb ft 103 N m Tire Pressure See the Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Engine Air Cleaner Filter GM Part No 94853...

Page 276: ...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 37 P...

Page 277: ...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 278: ...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 279: ...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 perfor...

Page 280: ...ehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions 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 whiche...

Page 281: ...intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of...

Page 282: ...sket 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 mo...

Page 283: ...rd 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 however urg...

Page 284: ...ths 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 engine air cleaner fi...

Page 285: ...ter 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 automatic...

Page 286: ...j Inspect engine 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 or...

Page 287: ...ol Service See footnote 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...

Page 288: ...nspect 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 miles 50...

Page 289: ...nths 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 engine air cleaner f...

Page 290: ...ter 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 automatic...

Page 291: ...note j Inspect engine 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 filt...

Page 292: ...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 whi...

Page 293: ...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 first Replace parts as needed A...

Page 294: ...es 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 month...

Page 295: ...ery 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 Lubricate...

Page 296: ...hese 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 taxi...

Page 297: ...ery 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 Lubricate...

Page 298: ...ect engine accessory drive belts or every 12 months since last inspection An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter or every 24 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control...

Page 299: ...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 driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic wh...

Page 300: ...ex for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Servic...

Page 301: ...ard 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 however ur...

Page 302: ...ce 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 informa...

Page 303: ...d 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 Inspection...

Page 304: ...hange 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 driven...

Page 305: ...ice 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 inform...

Page 306: ...m 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 whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate ti...

Page 307: ...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 manua...

Page 308: ...rst An Emission Control 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 p...

Page 309: ...te 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 information See foo...

Page 310: ...ling 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 Change automatic tran...

Page 311: ...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 in...

Page 312: ...heck the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixtu...

Page 313: ...e or damaged safety belt and built in child restraint system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built in child restraint system from doing its job have it repaired Have any tor...

Page 314: ...Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move sudden...

Page 315: ...f the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the ON position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal e...

Page 316: ...g your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular br...

Page 317: ...d Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for prope...

Page 318: ...or damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspec...

Page 319: ...o GM Specification 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...

Page 320: ...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 of NLGI...

Page 321: ...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 322: ...7 47 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 323: ...7 48 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 324: ...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 325: ...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 326: ...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 327: ...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 328: ...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 329: ...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 330: ...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 331: ...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 332: ...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 333: ...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 334: ...r P O Box 7047 Troy 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 Colon...

Page 335: ...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 336: ...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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