Chevrolet 2001 Cavalier Owner'S Manual Download Page 2

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Courtesy

Transportation

Every

2001 Cavalier

under warranty is

backed with the

following

services:

Free

lockout assistance

Free

dead-battery assistance

Free

out-of-fuel assistance

Free

flat-tire change

Emergency

towing

1-800-CHEV-USA

(

For 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)

Summary of Contents for 2001 Cavalier

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Page 2: ...vices Free lockout assistance Free dead battery assistance Free out of fuel assistance Free flat tire change Emergency towing 1 800 CHEV USA For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that p...

Page 4: ...ed Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control If Equipped Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net If Equipped Sunroof If Equipped Instrument Pane...

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

Page 6: ...c Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants Engine Air Cleaner Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement...

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: ...Motors 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...

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: ...ave 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 WINDSHIEL...

Page 12: ...tion 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 Tire Pressure See Section 6 2 4L Engine Oil...

Page 13: ...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 Passenger Position 1 21 Supplemental Re...

Page 14: ...e 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 on the...

Page 15: ...lease the lever Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place If your vehicle is equipped with easy entry seats this is your front passenger seat adjuster Pull up...

Page 16: ...the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position Bu...

Page 17: ...eck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal i...

Page 18: ...d on the seatback to be sure it is locked Easy Entry Seat If Equipped CAUTION If an easy entry right front seat isn t locked it can move In a sudden stop or crash the person sitting there could be inj...

Page 19: ...ab unlatching the seatback To return the seat to it s upright position push the seatback up to its original latched position Check to ensure the seatback is in its original position and securely latch...

Page 20: ...he 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 dangerous to ride in a cargo...

Page 21: ...ost 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 killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in...

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: ...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 4 Door Models...

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: ...ger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulati...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...l 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 How the Air Bag S...

Page 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...you have breathing problems but can t 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 a...

Page 39: ...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 40: ...n strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one pro...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...l 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 or a...

Page 43: ...itions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints...

Page 44: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Page 45: ...belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then...

Page 46: ...4 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the be...

Page 47: ...one in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints...

Page 48: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Page 49: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Page 50: ...nfants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A yo...

Page 51: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Page 52: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Page 53: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Page 54: ...ear facing child restraint in a rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s...

Page 55: ...stalled in your vehicle for the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point locat...

Page 56: ...straint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety...

Page 57: ...If you re using 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 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different...

Page 58: ...child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate an...

Page 59: ...down on the child restraint If you re using 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 c...

Page 60: ...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 61: ...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 62: ...r knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the v...

Page 63: ...belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs...

Page 64: ...is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper bod...

Page 65: ...in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...ne Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 24 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 29 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 31 Parking Brake 2 32 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transaxle Only 2 34 Shifting Out of PARK P Autom...

Page 68: ...an be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Man...

Page 69: ...ed position by pressing the rear of the switch to the first detent To use the auto down feature push the rear of the switch all the way down The window will continue going down until fully opened To s...

Page 70: ...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 71: ...safe place If you lose your key you ll be able to have a new one made easily using the tag If you need a new key contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code See Roadside Assistan...

Page 72: ...e by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow do...

Page 73: ...that door s lock It won t lock or unlock all of the doors that s a safety feature Rear Door Security Lock 4 Door Models Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passeng...

Page 74: ...en a door is open and the key is in the ignition all the doors will lock and the driver s door will unlock Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle open your door and set the locks from the...

Page 75: ...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 76: ...ll disarm See Content Theft Security System later in the section If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds all remaining doors will unlock Trunk Release The trunk will unlock anytime when the vehi...

Page 77: ...ased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters...

Page 78: ...ter with the receiver Resynchronization Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal The transmitter does not se...

Page 79: ...f electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid D Make sure all other windows are shut CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Turn the fan o...

Page 80: ...release handle up to open the trunk from the inside Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your trunk you can order a trap resistant trunk kit from your dealer This...

Page 81: ...r to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parkin...

Page 82: ...is opened using the TRUNK button on the transmitter the system will temporarily disarm itself and rearm when the trunk has been closed This allows the customer to exit the vehicle lock the doors using...

Page 83: ...is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the THEFT SYSTEM light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to the RUN ign...

Page 84: ...During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake...

Page 85: ...rical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START E This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to RUN for no...

Page 86: ...continue to work up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF Your radio will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF the radio will continue...

Page 87: ...r starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with...

Page 88: ...le you turn the key to START Do this until the engine starts As soon as it does let go of the key 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline...

Page 89: ...4 Engine In very cold weather 0_F 18_C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugge...

Page 90: ...re the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperat...

Page 91: ...lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when...

Page 92: ...ng NOTICE Damage to your transaxle caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty Forward Gears 3 Speed DRIVE D This position is for normal driving...

Page 93: ...lerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Forward Gears 4 Speed AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is...

Page 94: ...can damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST...

Page 95: ...lutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as...

Page 96: ...d lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift Up Shift Light Manual Transaxle If you have a manual transaxle you m...

Page 97: ...the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down If you forget...

Page 98: ...hicle 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 and set the parking brake 2...

Page 99: ...e shift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transaxle If you are parking on a hill an...

Page 100: ...moving the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N...

Page 101: ...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 102: ...e 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 parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll D...

Page 103: ...nter 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...

Page 104: ...if the arrows flash rapidly a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all...

Page 105: ...stalk to DELAY then turn the inner band and choose the delay you want Turn the inner band up for a shorter interval between wiper cycles Turn the band down for a longer interval between wiper cycles I...

Page 106: ...ing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control If Equipped With cruise control you can m...

Page 107: ...mit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Enhanced Traction System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on S...

Page 108: ...of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed D Move the cruise control switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you wa...

Page 109: ...or clutch pedal takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are several ways to turn off the c...

Page 110: ...he ignition off and the lamps on you will hear a warning chime Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be...

Page 111: ...lamps will go off and your high and low beam headlamps will come on to the reduced brightness To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you release the pa...

Page 112: ...our vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry the light will come on when the remote keyless entry UNLOCK button is pressed After you exit the vehicle and all of the doors have been closed the lam...

Page 113: ...ior lamps do one of the following D The ignition must be turned on or D the activated lamp switch must be turned off then on or D any door must be opened The battery rundown protection feature will al...

Page 114: ...de of your vehicle when sitting in a comfortable driving position The mirror is a spring loaded breakaway design Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface...

Page 115: ...vehicle Hold the mirror in position with your left hand 3 With your right hand move the adjustment lever handle inside the vehicle in order to align the T end of the lever with the lever slide 4 Fold...

Page 116: ...net to fit larger objects behind the net then reclip it to secure them in place The net isn t for larger heavier loads Store them in the trunk as far forward as you can You can unhook the net so that...

Page 117: ...vent position Open the sunshade by hand when using the vent position Press and release the rear of the switch again to open the glass panel and the sunshade Press the front of the switch to stop the...

Page 118: ...2 52 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 119: ...Signal Multifunction Lever D Instrument Panel Cluster E Hazard Warning Flashers Switch F Ignition Switch G Windshield Wiper Washer Controls H Cigarette Lighter If Equipped I Audio System J Climate Co...

Page 120: ...signed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel is left in the tank and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economica...

Page 121: ...meter was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last reset the trip odometer to zero Your trip odometer can be seen when the vehicle is...

Page 122: ...ng lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save yo...

Page 123: ...rned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come...

Page 124: ...ight stays on after you start your vehicle The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will b...

Page 125: ...d stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towi...

Page 126: ...akes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition ke...

Page 127: ...ted problem the system will turn off and the warning light will come on D If the vehicle is driven on a severely rough road the warning light may come on momentarily but will go off again when the veh...

Page 128: ...you have been operating your vehicle under normal conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible In Problems on the Road this manual shows what t...

Page 129: ...OTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This co...

Page 130: ...e amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do...

Page 131: ...ipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may b...

Page 132: ...how 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 away D I...

Page 133: ...e vehicle fails to start see Passlock in the Index On vehicles equipped with the remote keyless entry system when the ignition is off and the security system is armed the light will flash to indicate...

Page 134: ...States Only Check Gages Light United States Canada This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If it comes on and stays on while you are driving check your various gages to see i...

Page 135: ...t None of these show a problem with your fuel gage D At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up that the gage indicated F...

Page 136: ...ms without Radio Data System 3 8 Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System 3 9 AM FM Stereo 3 12 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player If Equipped 3 16 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and C...

Page 137: ...ounterclockwise to decrease fan speed To turn the fan off turn the mode knob all the way counterclockwise to off In any other setting the fan will run continuously Temperature Knob The center knob cha...

Page 138: ...go to the floor ducts and half to the defroster and side window vents DEFROST This setting directs most of the air through the defroster and side window vents Some of the air goes to the floor ducts...

Page 139: ...ent panel outlets BI LEVEL This setting brings in outside air and directs it two ways Some air is directed through the instrument panel outlets Most of the air is directed through the floor ducts and...

Page 140: ...ith the temperature knob in the middle and the A C button pushed in The system will bring in outside air and direct slightly warmer air to your lower body You may notice this temperature difference mo...

Page 141: ...air conditioning button to turn the defogger on It will turn itself off after 10 minutes The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window It is designed to clear the ce...

Page 142: ...ing Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the insid...

Page 143: ...appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System Press and hold the HR or MN buttons located below the tune knob for two seconds Then pres...

Page 144: ...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 and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the...

Page 145: ...arrow when you find 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 increas...

Page 146: ...pear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the front speakers R and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the rear speakers F and a zero will appear on the d...

Page 147: ...etween AM FM1 and FM2 The display 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...

Page 148: ...mbered 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 arrow to...

Page 149: ...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 150: ...nds it will go to the beginning of the current selection The track number will appear on the display If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the...

Page 151: ...e button to eject the disc The radio will play Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Radio Cali...

Page 152: ...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 selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose...

Page 153: ...bass to the middle position select the control and press and hold the P TYPE LIST AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and set the display level to the middle position To set all tone and speake...

Page 154: ...press and hold the P TYPE LIST AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and set the display level to the middle position To set all tone and speaker controls to the middle position press and hold th...

Page 155: ...adcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens please contact the radio station When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on...

Page 156: ...he traf icon and TRAFFIC will appear on the display while the traffic announcement plays If the cassette tape or compact disc player was being used the tape or compact disc will stay in the player and...

Page 157: ...If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing play will stop for the announcement and resume when the announcement is finished This function will only work during actual emergency broadcasts...

Page 158: ...tape if the selection has been playing for less than three seconds If the PREV button or the left SEEK arrow is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than 13 seconds it will go...

Page 159: ...ight arrow is the same as NEXT and SEEK left arrow is the same as PREV If the button is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a p...

Page 160: ...ccurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected please contact your dealer PREV 1 Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for...

Page 161: ...has been playing ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the button until you see the display you want then hold...

Page 162: ...on This feature can be disabled by your dealer if desired Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios If Equipped THEFTLOCKR is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by lea...

Page 163: ...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 164: ...u should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fau...

Page 165: ...ot clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the cassette eject symbol...

Page 166: ...turn Chime Level Adjustment RDS Radios Only Chime level adjustment is only available on RDS radios The radio is the vehicle chime producer The chime is produced from the driver s side front door spea...

Page 167: ...em 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 21 City Driving 4 22 Freeway Driving 4 23 Before Leaving on a Lo...

Page 168: ...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 169: ...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 170: ...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 171: ...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 172: ...Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or thr...

Page 173: ...pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up i...

Page 174: ...wn If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer...

Page 175: ...and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Enhanced Traction System If your vehicle has the optional four speed automatic transaxle it al...

Page 176: ...RST 1 or SECOND 2 To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should use REVERSE R THIRD 3 or OVERDRIVE B See Automatic Transaxle in the Index If your vehicle ever gets stuck in san...

Page 177: ...urve 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 steering a...

Page 178: ...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 179: ...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 180: ...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 181: ...f you do not have the Enhanced Traction System or if the transaxle shift lever is not in the OVERDRIVE B position then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator...

Page 182: ...m 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...

Page 183: ...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 184: ...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 185: ...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 186: ...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 187: ...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 188: ...into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you ar...

Page 189: ...it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are s...

Page 190: ...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 191: ...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 192: ...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 193: ...begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have the Enhanced Tract...

Page 194: ...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 195: ...engine to keep warm but be careful CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it...

Page 196: ...ng You can tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational towing Follow the instructions for towing equipment...

Page 197: ...ve a three speed automatic transaxle Follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Set the parking brake 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering wheel See Ignition Positions in...

Page 198: ...e ground if you have a four speed automatic or a five speed manual transaxle Follow these steps 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF to unlock the steering wheel 3 Shift your transax...

Page 199: ...roperly carry The Tire Loading Information label found on the rear edge of the driver s door tells you the proper size speed rating and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle It...

Page 200: ...have a heavy load you should spread it out Don t carry more than 132 lbs 60 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you...

Page 201: ...m are above the tops of the seats D Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle D When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can D Don t leave a seat folded down u...

Page 202: ...her speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do h...

Page 203: ...g information or advice or you can write us at Chevrolet Motor Division Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Comm...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...ng 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 yourself with the feel of handling and brak...

Page 206: ...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 207: ...area turn off the air conditioning if you have this option to reduce engine load See Engine Overheating in the Index Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer at...

Page 208: ...n are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill 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 tra...

Page 209: ...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 19 Chan...

Page 210: ...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 flashers move the switch to...

Page 211: ...city 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 covered by...

Page 212: ...g brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transaxle in PARK P or a manual transaxle in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on b...

Page 213: ...d is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in...

Page 214: ...h metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don...

Page 215: ...or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Tr...

Page 216: ...hicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the negative terminal on the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good...

Page 217: ...if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you kee...

Page 218: ...ndow as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for four speed automatic transaxles or DRIVE D for three speed...

Page 219: ...u decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 2 2L L4 Engine A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B Electric Engine Cooling Fan 2 4L L4 Engine A Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure Cap B E...

Page 220: ...the FULL COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine par...

Page 221: ...y your new vehicle warranty If there seems to be no leak with the engine on check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running If the engine is overheating the fan should be running If it isn...

Page 222: ...e tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolan...

Page 223: ...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 NOTICE In cold...

Page 224: ...pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow an...

Page 225: ...ap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be l...

Page 226: ...to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane...

Page 227: ...l place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transaxle shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST 1 or REVERSE...

Page 228: ...equipment you ll need is in the trunk 1 Turn the center retainer nut on the compact spare cover counterclockwise to remove it 2 Lift and remove the cover See Compact Spare Tire later in this section f...

Page 229: ...ift off the adapter and remove the compact spare tire 4 Your vehicle s jack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray Remove the jack and wheel wrench from the trunk Remove the band around the jack T...

Page 230: ...the decorative nut caps using the wheel wrench 2 Then use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 3 Near each wheel well is a notch in the frame which the jack head fits i...

Page 231: ...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 before...

Page 232: ...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 dirt off CAUTION Ne...

Page 233: ...5 25 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 10 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown...

Page 234: ...rque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequen...

Page 235: ...uld cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place A Wrench B Jack C Flat Road Tire D Adapter E Wing Bolt F Cover G Nut Store the f...

Page 236: ...ipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spa...

Page 237: ...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 238: ...ires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Ro...

Page 239: ...der the Hood 6 12 Engine Oil 6 17 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Three Speed Only 6 22 Automatic Transaxle Fluid Four Speed Only 6 23 Manual Transaxle Fluid 6 23 Hydraulic Cl...

Page 240: ...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 241: ...e and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommend...

Page 242: ...ranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask your service station operator whet...

Page 243: ...uldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving Filling Your Tank CAUTION Gas...

Page 244: ...t gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly fu...

Page 245: ...and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static elect...

Page 246: ...ON Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others coul...

Page 247: ...e the hood latch at least once a year Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Release the hood prop from its retaine...

Page 248: ...u ll see A Coolant Surge Tank B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Fill Cap Dipstick D Brake Fluid Reservoir E Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir If Equipped F Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstic...

Page 249: ...T you ll see A Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Oil Fill Cap C Engine Oil Dipstick D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Brake Fluid Reservoir F Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir If Equipped G Battery H Engine...

Page 250: ...u should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the o...

Page 251: ...you don t the oil dipstick 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 chec...

Page 252: ...re you add oil if you have a 2 2L engine See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location This is where you add oil if you have a 2 4L engine See Engine Compartment Overvi...

Page 253: ...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 254: ...g and better protection for your engine at 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...

Page 255: ...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 environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain...

Page 256: ...e 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 and the engine backfires...

Page 257: ...re changing See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choosetohavethisdoneatthedealershipservicedepartment If you do it your...

Page 258: ...place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D...

Page 259: ...el into the cross hatched area 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 fluid gener...

Page 260: ...3 000 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 ter...

Page 261: ...utch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check...

Page 262: ...OOLR 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 temperature D Let the warn...

Page 263: ...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 264: ...the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehic...

Page 265: ...n 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 replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight S...

Page 266: ...e reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level...

Page 267: ...on location Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix...

Page 268: ...eak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your l...

Page 269: ...es 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 wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a f...

Page 270: ...or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes See Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Properly...

Page 271: ...acking up and firmly applying the brakes a few times Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehi...

Page 272: ...om running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery w...

Page 273: ...ket remove the two bolts from the headlamp Pull the headlamp assembly up and toward the front of the vehicle to access the bulb assembly When replacing the driver s side headlamp twist the bulb assemb...

Page 274: ...he black collar by turning it counterclockwise 5 Remove the bulb by pulling the bulb straight out 6 Snap a new bulb into the socket 7 Reinstall the bulb assembly by reversing Steps 1 through 3 making...

Page 275: ...er through the rectangle hole in the headlamp bracket Apply pressure to the snap feature toward the outboard of the vehicle Guide the lamp forward 3 When the lamp is removed twist the socket to remove...

Page 276: ...he outboard tab in the bracket Align the two inboard pins with the hole in the headlamp bracket 6 Push the front park and turn lamp straight in until you hear a snap The snap feature is visible throug...

Page 277: ...cles without a convenience net pry the fastener loose On vehicles with a convenience net remove the net and unscrew the fastener Then pull down the trunk trim 2 Remove the assembly by turning it one q...

Page 278: ...s 2 With the screwdriver push the tab rearward to release the lamp lens 3 Push the lens forward to release the two tabs at the front of the lens 4 Gently remove and replace the bulb s 5 Reverse Steps...

Page 279: ...nt blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length see Capacities and Specifications in the Index Here s how to remove the Shepherd s Hook type 1 Pull t...

Page 280: ...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 281: ...overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Roug...

Page 282: ...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 283: ...re if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber D The tread or sidewa...

Page 284: ...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 285: ...fety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under contr...

Page 286: ...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 287: ...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 288: ...and don t spin your wheels NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the front tires If you have other tires use tire chains only where legal and...

Page 289: ...uer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these wil...

Page 290: ...oughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Proble...

Page 291: ...t cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a c...

Page 292: ...sary replace blades that look worn Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every...

Page 293: ...ials in the Index Your vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a...

Page 294: ...matic car 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 NOTICE...

Page 295: ...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 296: ...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 297: ...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 298: ...Vehicle in the Index Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses Should your headlamps fail to function have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuse The windshield...

Page 299: ...r have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette...

Page 300: ...njectors Fuse Usage AIR BG Air Bag CRUISE Cruise Control Module Switch ABS Anti Lock Brake Ignition Blank Not Used RFA BATT Remote Keyless Entry System MIRROR Power Mirror LT HDLP Left Headlamp RDO IN...

Page 301: ...eater HVAC Climate Control System WIPER Windshield Wiper BCM Body Control Module AMPL Audio Amplifier PWR WDO Power Windows Sunroof DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay Engine Compartment Fuse Block The en...

Page 302: ...Blower PCM Powertrain Control Module A C A C Compressor FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump HEATER BLOWER Heater and A C Blower Replacement Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Back Up Lamps 912 Front Parking Turn Signal Lamps 3...

Page 303: ...ill 1 8 quarts 1 7 L Cooling System 2 2L 10 2 quarts 9 6 L 2 4L 10 2 quarts 9 6 L Refrigerant Air Conditioning See refrigerant charge label under hood Fuel Tank 14 3 U S gallons 54 1 L Tire Pressures...

Page 304: ...1 02 mm 2 4L ACDelcoR Type 41 963 Gap 0 050 inch 1 27 mm Windshield Wiper Blade Shepherd s Hook Type Left Side 22 inches 56 cm Right Side 17 inches 43 cm Vehicle Dimensions Length All Models 180 9 in...

Page 305: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 7 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 21 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 30 P...

Page 306: ...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 307: ...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 308: ...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 309: ...le 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 whichever...

Page 310: ...500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Eng...

Page 311: ...tem will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the...

Page 312: ...n Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern...

Page 313: ...er or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Servi...

Page 314: ...on Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and add...

Page 315: ...dditional information See footnote 33 000 Miles 55 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil...

Page 316: ...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 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Chang...

Page 317: ...so see footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside tempe...

Page 318: ...An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation patter...

Page 319: ...ect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rota...

Page 320: ...te 69 000 Miles 115 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months...

Page 321: ...j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires...

Page 322: ...s 145 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occu...

Page 323: ...ion Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and ad...

Page 324: ...nous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require c...

Page 325: ...item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the...

Page 326: ...in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Ser...

Page 327: ...n pattern and additional information See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis compon...

Page 328: ...in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Se...

Page 329: ...or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Manual transaxle fluid doesn t require change 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Cha...

Page 330: ...ion See footnote Also see footnote 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 Change en...

Page 331: ...in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An...

Page 332: ...See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Also see footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 m...

Page 333: ...ous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require ch...

Page 334: ...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 DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine...

Page 335: ...Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Manual Transaxle Check It is not nec...

Page 336: ...s below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake in the Index if necessary NOTE Do not use the a...

Page 337: ...to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs...

Page 338: ...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 339: ...r leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as...

Page 340: ...nspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking Caliper Knuckle Maintenance Inspection If you operate your vehicle in a highly corrosive environment as indicated by...

Page 341: ...kable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 1...

Page 342: ...n Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor an...

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 40 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 345: ...Procedure 8 4 Customer 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 Cana...

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: ...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 pleas...

Page 348: ...lable 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 discontin...

Page 349: ...tance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive...

Page 350: ...ers 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 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 text...

Page 351: ...New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with qua...

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: ...otify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English...

Page 356: ...service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner...

Page 357: ...the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM CHE ORD99 Pric...

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