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Overdrive-Off Switch (If Equipped)

The overdrive

-

off switch is located on the left side of

the shift lever. When operating under normal conditions,
the vehicle will automatically default to overdrive when
initially started until it is disengaged. If overdrive is
turned off and the vehicle is turned off, when the vehicle
is restarted, overdrive will automatically turn back on.
By operating the overdrive off switch, with the ignition
switch in the ON position, the four

-

speed automatic

transmission (three

-

speed plus overdrive) can be

converted to a three

-

speed automatic transmission.

While in the three

-

speed mode, the transmission 

will not shift into the overdrive position.

To convert the transmission to the three

-

speed mode,

push in the overdrive

-

off switch and release it. The

OD/OFF indicator light on the instrument panel cluster
will come on. The overdrive

-

off switch is for normal

driving, however, it also offers more power and lower
fuel economy than driving in the overdrive position.
Here are some times you might choose to drive with 
the overdrive off switch engaged:
D When driving on hilly, winding roads.
D When going down a steep hill.
To return the transmission to the four

-

speed mode, 

push in the overdrive

-

off switch again. The OD/OFF

indicator light will go off. Disengaging the overdrive

-

off

switch is for normal driving with the four

-

speed

automatic transaxle. If you need more power for
passing, and you are:
D Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), 

push your accelerator pedal about halfway down.

D Going about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your

accelerator all the way down.

If the transfer case shift lever is in the 4L position, 
the four

-

speed automatic transmission will remain 

in the three

-

speed mode.

Summary of Contents for 2001 tracker

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Page 3: ...2001 Chevrolet Tracker Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Part Number 22625229 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i ...

Page 4: ...ke Tilt Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control If Equipped Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Cargo Cover Luggage Carrier Option Accessory Power Outlet Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag Systems Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restraint Systems Features and Control...

Page 5: ...Driving Recreational Vehicle 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 Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the Road Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Your Driving and the Road Comfort Controls and Audio Systems iii ...

Page 6: ...intenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants Engine Air Cleaner Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped Brakes Bulb Replacement iv ...

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 Manual Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 10 Service Publications Index Section 9 Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide v ...

Page 8: ...l 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 sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires ca...

Page 9: ...ve their new vehicle If you do this it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTI...

Page 10: ... could damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on yo...

Page 11: ...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 WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE...

Page 12: ... Dipstick 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 Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 For a More Detailed Look at What s Under the Hood See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded only See Section 6 for octane ratings ...

Page 13: ... 15 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Driver Position 1 23 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 24 Right Front Passenger Position 1 24 Supplemental Restraint System SRS 1 31 Rear Seat Passengers 1 34 Center Passenger Position 4 Door Models 1 35 Children 1 39 Restraint Systems for Children 1 51 Older Children 1 54 Safety ...

Page 14: ... easy entry seats and the folding rear seatback Manual Front Seat CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving ...

Page 15: ...Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat cushion Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to its original upright position ...

Page 16: ...s 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 could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback ...

Page 17: ...int is closest to the top of your ears This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The head restraint can be adjusted to four positions To raise the restraint pull up on the restraint To lower the restraint push in the release button while you push down on the restraint ...

Page 18: ...move the seat rearward until it locks Then move the seatback to its original position CAUTION If any easy entry seat isn t locked it can move In a sudden stop or crash the person sitting there could be injured And even if there is no crash or sudden stop a driver sitting in an unlocked easy entry seat could be startled by the sudden movement and hit the wrong control or pedal causing an accident A...

Page 19: ...the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be injured Remove the head restraints only when you need to fold the seat and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in the top of the folded seat bottom When the seat is returned to the passenger position be sure the head restraints are instal...

Page 20: ...re cargo space To fold the rear seats do the following 1 Fold the safety belt buckles and center safety belt if equipped into the pocket of the rear seatback 2 Pull the release straps located near the center of the vehicle to release the seat cushion Fold the seat cushion forward ...

Page 21: ...button and remove the head restraint from the seatback 4 Store the head restraint in the top of the folded seat cushion 5 Pull up on the seatback release knob s on top of the seatback and fold the seatback down On 2 door models you must pull up on both release knobs at the same time to lower the seatback ...

Page 22: ...re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the Supplemental Restraint System SRS or air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can ...

Page 23: ...uckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them ...

Page 24: ...1 12 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it ...

Page 25: ...1 13 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield ...

Page 26: ...ent panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense ...

Page 27: ...hey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts...

Page 28: ...w which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let ...

Page 29: ...as you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and ac...

Page 30: ...ed position You can move the adjuster up just by pulling out the knob and sliding the adjuster up After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pulling out the knob to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your sh...

Page 31: ...t is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 32: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 33: ... 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 much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 34: ...isted 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 can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 35: ...on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 36: ...nger 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 regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Weari...

Page 37: ...injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see...

Page 38: ... 26 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Page 39: ...shold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether ...

Page 40: ...ed as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for t...

Page 41: ...ervice can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag c...

Page 42: ... do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from worki...

Page 43: ...hicle 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 properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pul...

Page 44: ...ke the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt 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 less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal...

Page 45: ...e belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle ...

Page 46: ...osition you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor The word CENTER is on both the buckle and latch plate Also the center buckle and latch plate are a different color than the two outboard buckles and latch plates To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Page 47: ...yone 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 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 Infants and Young Children Every time infants an...

Page 48: ...much 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 suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint ...

Page 49: ...r 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 compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be use...

Page 50: ...Infants 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 young child s hip bones are still so small that vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt wo...

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 surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint ...

Page 52: ...surfaces 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 positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 53: ...raps 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 shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is ...

Page 54: ...rear 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 better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collisio...

Page 55: ...ating positions are located on the floor of the rear cargo area along the outside edge If your vehicle is equipped with a luggage compartment cover remove it before using the top strap When routing the top strap at an outboard seating position pass it between the head restraint and the rear seatback When routing the top strap at the center seating position be sure to pass it between the rear seatb...

Page 56: ...s say Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shou...

Page 57: ... 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 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 58: ...find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 59: ...h plates Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 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 and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around t...

Page 60: ...h 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 child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 61: ...t 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 restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing...

Page 62: ... 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 set the lock ...

Page 63: ... tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s safety bel...

Page 64: ...uld cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly CAUTION Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t...

Page 65: ...e child s face or neck you might want to place the child in a seat that has a lap belt if your vehicle has one CAUTION Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That c...

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 new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a C...

Page 67: ... Transmission Operation 2 24 Manual Transmission Operation 2 26 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 28 Parking Brake 2 29 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 31 Shifting Out of PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 32 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Models Only 2 32 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 33 Engine Exhaust 2 33 Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transmissi...

Page 68: ...rous A child can 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 Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each door s window ...

Page 69: ...ature To use express down push the switch all the way down Release the switch and the window will lower completely Pull up on the switch lightly and release it to stop the window partway Lock Out Switch The driver s door has a lock out switch for the passenger window s When you push the right side of the switch on 4 door models or push in the switch on 2 door convertible models you lock the passen...

Page 70: ...r window switches will not operate Keys CAUTION Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 71: ...first owner The metal plate has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep the code in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this code If you need a new key contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code See Roadside Assistance in the Index for more information ...

Page 72: ...vehicle When a door is locked the handle won t open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive D Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Al...

Page 73: ...To unlock it pull up on the manual lock rod If your vehicle is equipped with the remote keyless entry system you can use the transmitter to lock and unlock the doors See Remote Keyless Entry System later in this section Power Door Locks If Equipped If you have power door locks the switch is located on the driver s door armrest 4 Door Models To lock all the doors and the tailgate press the right si...

Page 74: ...hicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside The rear security door locks are located on the inside of the rear doors To Use One of These Locks 1 Move the lever down to engage the lock 2 Close the door 3 Do the same to the other rear door lock The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside ...

Page 75: ...em If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operatio...

Page 76: ...t is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation The following functions are available with the remote keyless entry system LOCK All doors will automatically lock when the LOCK button on the transmitter is pressed On convertible top vehicles equipped with this system the tailgate will need to be manuall...

Page 77: ...ce your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only two transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to yo...

Page 78: ... does not work try resynchronizing the transmitter 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 send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent to it more than once To resynchronize your transmit...

Page 79: ...the Index Tailgate Lock Release Use your key to lock or unlock your tailgate If you have a convertible you can still open or close the tailgate with the rear window closed Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help K...

Page 80: ...mote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you D Lock all the doors except the driver s New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines D Keep your speed at 55 mph 88 km h or less for the first 500 miles 805 km D Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Don...

Page 81: ...K will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to ACC Don t push the key in while the vehicle is moving NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the...

Page 82: ...ON for normal driving When the engine is not running ACC and ON allow you to operate your electrical accessories such as the radio A warning tone will sound if you open the driver s door when the ignition is in ACC or LOCK and the key is in the ignition Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a sa...

Page 83: ... the engine starts let go of the key and release the pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try 3 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same th...

Page 84: ... an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving en...

Page 85: ... is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P If you have four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEU...

Page 86: ... could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle ...

Page 87: ... the power mode selector switch is turned to P the transmission will not downshift into LOW L NOTICE Don t shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h with the transfer case in FOUR WHEEL HIGH 4H or 35 mph 55 km h with the transfer case in FOUR WHEEL LOW 4L If you move the shift lever to a lower gear while driving faster than the maximum allowable speed for the lower gear ...

Page 88: ...ift until your speed drops below the maximum speed for the lower gear NOTICE If your rear wheels can t turn don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transmission Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmissio...

Page 89: ...f switch and release it The OD OFF indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will come on The overdrive off switch is for normal driving however it also offers more power and lower fuel economy than driving in the overdrive position Here are some times you might choose to drive with the overdrive off switch engaged D When driving on hilly winding roads D When going down a steep hill To retur...

Page 90: ...ide SECOND 2 gear starts for improved traction on slippery surfaces The power mode selector switch must be in the P power mode and the transmission gear selector in SECOND 2 which will remain in SECOND 2 until you shift the vehicle to DRIVE D Manual Transmission Operation 5 Speed This is your shift pattern Here s how to operate your transmission FIRST 1 Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST ...

Page 91: ...sing the accelerator pedal You cannot go from FIFTH 5 into REVERSE R If you try you will be locked out You must first shift into NEUTRAL move the lever to the left back to the right and then shift into REVERSE R This is a safety feature NOTICE Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission Also use REVERSE R a...

Page 92: ...FOUR WHEEL LOW 4L see the following You should use TWO WHEEL HIGH 2H for most normal driving NOTICE Driving in FOUR WHEEL HIGH 4H or FOUR WHEEL LOW 4L positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle s drivetrain Transfer Case The transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the right of the driver Use this lever to shift into and out of four wheel drive An i...

Page 93: ...also engages your front axle to give you extra traction and can be used for driving downhill uphill or on rocky terrain when you re driving slower than 35 mph 55 km h Remember that driving in FOUR WHEEL HIGH 4H or FOUR WHEEL LOW 4L may reduce fuel economy Also driving in four wheel drive on dry pavement could cause your tires to wear faster and make your transfer case harder to shift You can shift...

Page 94: ... brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button located on the end of the lever Hold the release button in as you move the lever all the way down NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer see Towing a Trailer...

Page 95: ... NEUTRAL your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P by holding in the button on the lever and pushing the lever all the way toward the f...

Page 96: ...he engine running unless you have to Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift ...

Page 97: ...se pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish to be in If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Apply the parking brake until the end of Step 6 2 If the engine is running turn...

Page 98: ...VERSE R and firmly apply the parking brake Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE R with the clutch pedal pressed in you can turn the ignition key to OFF remove the key and release the clutch If you have four wheel drive be sure your transfer case is in a drive gear Your vehicle could roll if it isn t If you are towing a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Parking Over Things That...

Page 99: ...ur vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transmission It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle See the earl...

Page 100: ...l even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL Always set your parking brake Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn To sound the horn press the portion of your steering wheel marked with the horn symbol Tilt Wheel If Eq...

Page 101: ...turn automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows don t flash but just stay on a signal bulb ma...

Page 102: ...h the lever in the low beam position pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch to high beam to signal that you are going to pass When you release the lever the headlamps will return to low beam operation Windshield Wipers The lever on the right side of the steering column controls the windshield wipers and washers You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk up or down For steady wi...

Page 103: ...efully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshield Washer To wash your windshield pull the stalk with the wiper symbol on it toward you one time When you release the stalk the washers will stop The wiper ...

Page 104: ...he button all the way in The washer and wiper will run as long as you hold this button To add washer fluid see Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index Cruise Control If Equipped With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h Wh...

Page 105: ...uise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Press the CRUISE CTRL switch on the instrument panel to turn the system on The indicator light in the switch will come on 2 ...

Page 106: ...ition until you reach the lower speed you want then release the lever Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steep...

Page 107: ...ch to OFF to turn off the lamps 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 helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lights are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL sys...

Page 108: ...with an automatic light sensor on top of the instrument panel so be sure it is not covered If it is the headlamps will remain on continuously There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the DRL and the ALC systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and ALC systems will only be affected when the lig...

Page 109: ...ff 15 seconds after the last door is closed or when the ignition key is turned to ON ON This position is to the right when you are sitting in the driver s seat The dome lamp will turn on and stay on whether or not a door is open Battery Rundown Protection Your vehicle is equipped with a battery saver feature designed to protect your vehicle s battery When the dome lamp or optional luggage compartm...

Page 110: ...ht driving Pull the tab for night driving to reduce glare Push the tab for daytime driving Outside Manual Adjust Mirrors Adjust these mirrors by hand so that 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 switch to control the power mirrors is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel You ca...

Page 111: ...ehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box To open the glove box pull the latch toward you Use your key to lock and unlock the glove box The glove box has a two position detent for opening the door Lower the ...

Page 112: ... items Attach the loops to the hooks located along the sides of the rear cargo area You may attach the convenience net loops to either the forward or the rear hooks Luggage Compartment Cover If Equipped Luggage or other cargo placed in the luggage compartment can be hidden from view by a luggage compartment cover However the luggage compartment covers are not designed to support items loaded on to...

Page 113: ...rgo area of your vehicle The closeout panel can be removed to allow for extra cargo space To remove the close out panel do the following 1 Remove the two attaching bolts from each lower corner of the cargo area 2 Release the tension bows on both sides of the convertible top See Convertible Top later in this section for more information 3 Loosen the lower rear corners of the convertible top ...

Page 114: ...side of the vehicle When you put it back always be sure that it is securely reattached Luggage Carrier Option CAUTION If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier like paneling plywood a mattress and so forth the wind can catch it as you drive along This can cause you to lose control What you are carrying could be violently torn off and this...

Page 115: ...attached to the roof to secure cargo To install the crossrails follow these steps 1 Turn the screw cover lock to the unlocked position and lower the cover 2 Turn the screw counterclockwise to loosen the mounting attachment so it can fit over the side rails ...

Page 116: ...s onto the side rails and adjust their position so the cargo can be mounted properly Make sure the crossrails are not slanted 4 Tighten the screws securely taking care not to overtighten them Then raise and lock the screw covers ...

Page 117: ...rward as possible to keep the load from shifting Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened To reduce unnecessary windnoise generated by air ...

Page 118: ...he ashtray To remove it press down on the tab and pull the ashtray out To reinstall the ashtray push it in until the tab latches The rear ashtray is on the back of the center console Push on the left side of the ashtray The ashtray will turn clockwise for usage To remove the rear ashtray press down on the tab and pull it out NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray If y...

Page 119: ...ot be compatible to the power accessory outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the power accessory plugs NOTICE When using the accessory power outlet maximum electrical loads must not exceed 15 amps Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended period...

Page 120: ...stic windows if your vehicle is out in cold weather 41_F 5_C or below The cold can cause cracks and other damage to the windows and to the top as it is being lowered or raised NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued D Don t lower the top if it is damp or wet After the top is down the trapped water can cause stains mildew and damage to the inside of your car Be sure to dry off the top before you lower it...

Page 121: ...ow latch buttons and pull the latch back 3 Unhook the latch from the front top bow 4 Swing the front top bow up and back while folding the canvas top as shown Be sure that you don t pinch the canvas top between the front top bow arms and the roof rails 5 Take out the holding strap from the pocket near the dome lamp ...

Page 122: ...sunroof Be sure your front top bow is latched securely Removing and Installing Your Rear Window The rear window on your vehicle is removable This allows you to open the back opening all the way or to replace the window if it becomes deteriorated To remove the rear window do the following 1 Open the rear gate all the way 2 Unfasten the canvas flaps at the lower corners of the rear window to uncover...

Page 123: ...ps and flaps are correctly fastened and overlapped Make sure that the window is completely closed before driving Removing and Installing the Side Window To remove the side window do the following 1 Release the tension in the canvas top support arms Unfasten the Velcro strips on the top and rear quarter of the side window 2 Unzip the zipper almost all the way leaving about 3 inches 8 cm of it still...

Page 124: ...pulling it forward and out It may help to rock the window back and forth to remove it 4 Unfasten the plastic clip which is part of the canvas top at the top front corner of each side window Then unzip the zipper the rest of the way and remove the side window To install the side window 1 Make sure the plastic clip at the top front corner of the canvas top is unfastened ...

Page 125: ...ore completely zipping the window There is a locating pin in the front upper corner to assist in aligning the window 4 Pull rearward on the rear edge of the window to make sure the window is secure and finish zipping the window 5 After completing installation make sure that the front and bottom ends are securely hooked and the rear top end of the window is under the canvas top 6 Refasten the plast...

Page 126: ...e tension in the canvas top support arms first 2 Open the rear window and hang it down inside the luggage compartment or over the top of the vehicle s trunk 3 Unfasten the snaps that secure the canvas top to the roof The snaps are located on either side of the dome lamp Reattach the snaps which hold the sunroof canvas in place ...

Page 127: ...re not pinching any part of the canvas top Make sure the safety belts are not blocked by the folded top 5 Engage the latches by pushing down on the support arms at the hinges Reverse the steps to raise your canvas top During installation of the top make sure the plastic retaining strip along the front edge of the canvas top is aligned with the locating pin in the channel There is a mark near the c...

Page 128: ...2 62 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 129: ... Window Defogger If Equipped H Comfort Controls I Rear Window Wiper Washer If Equipped J Coinholder K Cruise Control Button If Equipped L Power Remote Control Mirror If Equipped M Instrument Panel Brightness Control N Hood Release O Instrument Panel Fuse Block P Ignition Switch Q Cigarette Lighter Power Outlet R Power Mode Selector Switch If Equipped S Shift Lever T Ashtray U Audio System V Vent S...

Page 130: ... is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have left and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States cluster shown Canada similar ...

Page 131: ...s door to show the old reading and when the new one was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero The button located to the right of the odometer display allows you to switch between the odometer and the two trip odometers Press the button once to switch to TRIP A and again to switch to TRIP B To return ...

Page 132: ... you should not be alarmed when this happens 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 one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you wh...

Page 133: ...bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a cras...

Page 134: ...drive a short distance with this light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brak...

Page 135: ... harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light and Towing Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light i...

Page 136: ...e anti lock brake system warning light on can lead to an accident After you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then sta...

Page 137: ...e is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is re...

Page 138: ...ons to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways...

Page 139: ...tion by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installe...

Page 140: ...spection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE...

Page 141: ...to show you it is working but the light will go out when you turn the engine 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 Sometimes when the engine is idling at a stop the light may blink on and off This is normal D If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal CAUTION Don t keep driving if t...

Page 142: ...selector switch is turned to P power with the ignition switch in the ON position This light comes on as a check for approximately five seconds when the ignition key is turned to ON or START Overdrive Off Light If Equipped This light comes on when the automatic four speed transmission has been converted to the three speed mode and the overdrive is turned off This light also comes on as a check for ...

Page 143: ... the fuel gage All these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage D At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads F full D It takes more or less fuel to fill up than the gage reads For example the gage reads half full but it took more or less than half of the tank s capacity to fill it D The gage moves a little when you turn stop or spe...

Page 144: ...tem 3 3 Air Conditioner Controls 3 4 Heating 3 4 Defogging and Defrosting 3 4 Rear Window Defogger If Equipped 3 5 Ventilation System 3 6 Audio Systems 3 6 Setting the Clock 3 6 AM FM Stereo 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player If Equipped 3 18 Understanding Radio Reception 3 18 Tips About Your Audio System 3 19 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 2...

Page 145: ...r toward the floor the windshield and side windows The air also comes from both vents at the ends of the instrument panel if the thumbwheel below them is in the open position The air conditioning compressor will run automatically in this setting without turning on the A C button light DEFROST This position directs air to the windshield and side windows The air also comes from both vents at the end...

Page 146: ...TSIDE AIR Choose this position to circulate outside air through the comfort control system Air Conditioner Controls The air conditioning system uses the same controls as described previously The function of each lever is explained under Climate Control System in this part The incoming air is cooled and dehumidified instead of being heated Push the A C button to change your comfort control system f...

Page 147: ...uickest results move the air intake lever to RECIRCULATE Move the airflow lever to FLOOR the temperature lever toward the right for warmer air and the fan lever toward the fan symbol You should switch to OUTSIDE AIR once in a while to avoid stale air and cloudy windows Defogging and Defrosting Slide the air intake lever to OUTSIDE AIR and the airflow lever to DEFROST to direct air to the windshiel...

Page 148: ...djust the temperature control lever to a comfortable setting and move the fan control lever toward the fan symbol Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air into the vehicle when it is moving Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the fan is running and the air intake lever is at OUTSIDE AIR Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the direction and amou...

Page 149: ...yment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Setting the Clock Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds Then press the HR arrow until the correct hour appears Press and hold the MIN arrow until the correct minute appears...

Page 150: ...will only scan the six presets that are in the band selected Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets The channel number P1 through P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the...

Page 151: ...ill appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the right speakers L and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the left speakers L and a zero will appear on the display when the the sound is 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 FADE Press and ...

Page 152: ... is active or to display the clock 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 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 seek to stations with a strong signal only SCAN Press and hold one ...

Page 153: ...eep Whenever you press 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 arrow to increase bass B and a positive number will appear on the display Press and hold the down arrow to decrease bass B and a negative number will appear on the display B and a...

Page 154: ...se 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 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 will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the front speaker...

Page 155: ...a tape when the ignition is off first press the eject button or the RCL knob PREV 1 Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the 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 to the beginning of the current selec...

Page 156: ... at least three seconds of silence between each selection for RPT to work Press this button again to turn off repeated play OFF will appear on the display AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a tape is in the player The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE With a cassette tape in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a cassette tape CAS will appear on the dis...

Page 157: ... Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob cloc...

Page 158: ...ith weak reception stop for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next preset station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets The channel number P1 through P6 will appear momentarily just before the frequency is displayed PUSHBUTTONS The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and s...

Page 159: ...will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the right speakers L and a number will appear on the display when the sound is balanced toward the left speakers L and a zero will appear on the display when the the sound is 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 FADE Press and...

Page 160: ...onds 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 disc The sound will mute while seeking NEXT 2 Press this button or the right SEEK arrow to go to the next track The track number will appear on the display If you hold the button or press it more tha...

Page 161: ...ry If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines ...

Page 162: ... Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 h...

Page 163: ...s 4 Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the broken tape detection feature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on it...

Page 164: ...grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Antenna Use the knob on the end of the antenna to raise the antenna To lower it hold the antenna mast near the roof and feed it into the holder Do ...

Page 165: ... 4 Drunken Driving 4 7 Control of a Vehicle 4 7 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 30 Driving at Night 4 32 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 35 City Driving 4 36 Freeway Driving 4 37 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 38 Highway Hypnosis 4 38 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 40 Winter Driving 4 44 Recrea...

Page 166: ...d many types of crashes including a rollover crash Driver Behavior The single most important thing is this everyone in the vehicle including the driver should buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index In fact most serious injuries and fatalities to unbelted occupants can be reduced or prevented by the use of safety belts In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than...

Page 167: ...hicles This means that you shouldn t expect a utility vehicle to handle the same way a vehicle with a lower center of gravity like a car would in similar situations But driver behavior factors are far more often the cause of a utility vehicle rollover than are environmental or vehicle factors Safe driver behavior and understanding the environment in which you ll be driving can help avoid a rollove...

Page 168: ...s these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years about 16 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S...

Page 169: ...during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried 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 legal limit at a BAC of 0 10...

Page 170: ... 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 collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the...

Page 171: ...g 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 another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet...

Page 172: ...e 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 lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid If your vehicle has anti lock brakes this warning light on the instrument panel will come on briefly wh...

Page 173: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates ...

Page 174: ...be the wrong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle can t respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you don t have anti lock use a squeeze braking technique This will give you maximum braking while maintainin...

Page 175: ...steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you re steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the roa...

Page 176: ...ou 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 problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock ...

Page 177: ...g 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 a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Drive ahe...

Page 178: ...ars 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 blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see ...

Page 179: ...y 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 gravel or other material is on the road For safety you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be l...

Page 180: ...ving safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Ar...

Page 181: ...in the Index Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns Chevrolet recognizes these concerns and urges every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment D Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving obey al...

Page 182: ... we mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicl...

Page 183: ...jects later D Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t cont...

Page 184: ...re may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply st...

Page 185: ...se traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there D Use...

Page 186: ...eering wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall ...

Page 187: ...NEUTRAL when you leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have the manual transmission even if you re in gear This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set t...

Page 188: ...creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your brakes and they won t have to do all the work Descend slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade Thi...

Page 189: ...u have anti lock Avoid braking so hard that you lock the wheels when going downhill If your wheels are locked you can t steer your vehicle If your wheels lock up during downhill braking you may feel the vehicle starting to slide sideways To regain your direction just ease off the brakes and steer to keep the front of the vehicle pointing straight downhill Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill...

Page 190: ...a downhill slide or a rollover D Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over D Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill w...

Page 191: ...ing on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the d...

Page 192: ... will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand This will improve traction Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if...

Page 193: ...our ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you ll never be able to start your engine When you go through water remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you an...

Page 194: ...even braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely ...

Page 195: ... They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly ...

Page 196: ...et wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fil...

Page 197: ... in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake 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 road is wet enough and you re going fast ...

Page 198: ...er 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 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 inches of flowing water can carry away a sma...

Page 199: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start t...

Page 200: ...nce ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s...

Page 201: ...r vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full A...

Page 202: ... leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road int...

Page 203: ...down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running ...

Page 204: ... of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places wher...

Page 205: ...y not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Unless you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to brake very gently too If you do have anti lock see Anti Lock in the Index This system improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Whether you have the anti lock braki...

Page 206: ...round 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 before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious si...

Page 207: ...t 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 to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This...

Page 208: ...ry half hour or so until help comes Recreational Vehicle Towing There may be times when you want to 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 the towing equipment Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear The best way to tow your vehicle is from the rear Follow these steps 1 Pu...

Page 209: ... 4 Make sure the front wheels are facing straight forward and secure the steering wheel with a steering wheel clamping device designed for towing NOTICE Make sure that the towing speed does not exceed 55 mph 90 km h or your vehicle could be badly damaged Towing Your Vehicle from the Front Four Wheel Drive Only NOTICE If your vehicle is a two wheel drive model do not tow it on all four wheels If yo...

Page 210: ...hicle could be badly damaged and the damage would not be covered by your warranty Stop towing every 200 miles 300 km and start the engine Leave the transfer case shift lever in NEUTRAL Shift your automatic transmission to DRIVE D leave a manual transmission in SECOND 2 with the clutch engaged Run the engine at medium speed for one minute to circulate oil in the transfer case Turn the ignition key ...

Page 211: ...rgo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label also found on the driver s door lock pillar It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or ...

Page 212: ...oes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats D Don t leav...

Page 213: ...icle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this section In it are ma...

Page 214: ...railer Operating your vehicle in THIRD 3 when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your transmission If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use FIFTH 5 gear Just drive in FOURTH 4 gear or as you need to a lower gear Three important considerations have to do with weight D the weight of the trailer D the weight of the trailer t...

Page 215: ...a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you re using a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should ...

Page 216: ...noxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hit...

Page 217: ...onnector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Fol...

Page 218: ...al a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the ...

Page 219: ...hen shift to PARK P or REVERSE R for a manual transmission 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 6 Release the regular brakes 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 If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move s...

Page 220: ... Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts 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 ...

Page 221: ...ome problems 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 Changing a Flat Tire 5 31 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 222: ...el to make the 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 push the button again When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100...

Page 223: ...ty 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 your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is ...

Page 224: ...manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be ...

Page 225: ... 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 loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive goes to positive and negat...

Page 226: ...ive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive 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 ...

Page 227: ...t least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove...

Page 228: ...ne part on the vehicle 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 battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed See...

Page 229: ...coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches f...

Page 230: ... re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B or DRIVE D for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s...

Page 231: ...ing Fan If Equipped CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan Don t reach through the grille to release the underhood lever If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down ...

Page 232: ...urned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty If there seems to be no leak start the engine again See if the engine cooling fan speed increases when idle s...

Page 233: ...an be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable wa...

Page 234: ...ore thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including ...

Page 235: ...cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left ...

Page 236: ...the radiator with the proper coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off ...

Page 237: ...the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this ...

Page 238: ...oisy 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 equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers CAUTION Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip o...

Page 239: ...the Spare Tire and Tools The jack wheel wrench and jack handle are stowed in the rear left corner of the luggage compartment 1 To open the jacking tool storage compartment turn the knob counterclockwise Open the cover two inches and pull the entire cover towards the front of the vehicle ...

Page 240: ...5 20 2 Turn the jack screw to remove the jack from the clamps If the screw is too tight use the jack handle to loosen it The tools you ll be using include the jack A jack handle B and wheel wrench C ...

Page 241: ...ate Your vehicle may be equipped with a cover To remove the cover from the spare tire insert your key into the wheel lock and pull the wheel lock off 4 Using the wheel wrench remove the wheel cover nut Gently pry the spare tire cover off the wheel ...

Page 242: ...ts with the wheel wrench 6 Remove the spare tire from the mounting bracket and place it near your flat tire Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts but don t remove them yet ...

Page 243: ...ting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly 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 p...

Page 244: ...se the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well If your vehicle is equipped with running boards position the jack handle on an angle toward the front tire so you can turn the handle front tire only ...

Page 245: ...e the jack handle at an angle until you can turn it at the regular position 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel ...

Page 246: ... 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 oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 7 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 8 Reinstall the wheel nuts with the cone shaped end of the ...

Page 247: ...UTION 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 replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 69 lb ft 95 N m ...

Page 248: ...uence and to the proper torque specification Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Store your vehicle s flat or spare tire by mounting it on the tailgate ...

Page 249: ...el lock back on if equipped and lock it Put the jack jack handle and wheel wrench back into the storage area To stow the jack place it in the storage bracket and turn the shaft clockwise until the jack is securely held in place Reinstall the trim cover by inserting the cover tabs into the slots Push the cover closed and turn the knob clockwise to secure the cover A Wrench B Jack Handle C Jack CAUT...

Page 250: ... could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting y...

Page 251: ... accelerator pedal when the transmission 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 If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Using the Recover...

Page 252: ...hicle 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 tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty ...

Page 253: ...ed 6 24 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 27 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 32 Engine Coolant 6 35 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 35 Power Steering Fluid 6 36 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 37 Brakes 6 41 Battery 6 42 Bulb Replacement 6 46 Tires 6 54 Appearance Care 6 55 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 57 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 6 58 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehic...

Page 254: ...you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Page 255: ...Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American ...

Page 256: ...le will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index If this occurs return to your authorized Chevrolet dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the e...

Page 257: ...ey comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may b...

Page 258: ...able It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The cap is located behind a hinged door on the passenger s side of your vehicle ...

Page 259: ...burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in ...

Page 260: ...k 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 electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only into ...

Page 261: ... underhood lever CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release 1 To open the hood first pull the release handle located on the driver s side of the ...

Page 262: ...elease the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Then let the hood down and close it firmly ...

Page 263: ... A Main Fuse Box B Engine Air Cleaner Filter C Battery D Engine Oil Dipstick E Radiator Pressure Cap F Engine Oil Fill Cap G Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir If Equipped H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir I Brake Fluid Reservoir J Engine Coolant Recovery Tank K Windshield Washer Reservoir ...

Page 264: ...Fuse Box B Engine Air Cleaner Filter C Battery D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Radiator Pressure Cap F Engine Oil Dipstick G Engine Oil Fill Cap H Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservior I Brake Fluid Reservoir J Engine Coolant Recovery Tank K Windshield Washer Reservoir ...

Page 265: ...ox B Engine Air Cleaner Filter C Battery D Radiator Pressure Cap E Engine Oil Fill Cap F Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped G Engine Oil Dipstick H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir I Brake Fluid Reservoir J Engine Coolant Recovery Tank K Windshield Washer Reservoir ...

Page 266: ... 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 oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The handle of the engine oil dipstick is a round yellow ring On the 1 6L engine it is located near the front of the engine compartment towards the passenger s side...

Page 267: ...engine on the passenger s side of the vehicle 2 0L Engine On the 2 5L engine it is located near the front of the engine compartment towards the driver s side of the vehicle 2 5L Engine See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location ...

Page 268: ...nd check the level 1 6L Engine 2 0L Engine 2 5L Engine When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the L low mark then you ll need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets a...

Page 269: ...ehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute 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 changed for you be sure the oil put into your engin...

Page 270: ...symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20_F 29_C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatu...

Page 271: ...lter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 7 5 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and n...

Page 272: ...er 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 you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your eng...

Page 273: ...ter Replacement To check or replace the filter do the following 1 Release the four clips on the cover 2 Lift the cover up 3 Pull out the engine air cleaner filter and check or replace it 4 Reinstall the cover and fasten the clips ...

Page 274: ...h may occur more quickly in dusty areas indicate that the filter needs to be replaced early For how often to change the air filter see Maintenance Schedule in the Index The access panel for the air filter is in the glove box To replace the filter follow these steps 1 Lower the glove box door to the second detent position Push in the sides of the glove box to completely lower the door to allow acce...

Page 275: ...air filter then lift out the lower filter 4 Reverse the steps to install the new filters Once you remove your filter if you choose not to replace it it will not damage your vehicle However the air will no longer be filtered ...

Page 276: ...166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some o...

Page 277: ...w during this cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows D Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running D With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever throug...

Page 278: ...ricants in the Index Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid wit...

Page 279: ...o much or too little fluid can damage your transmission 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 transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your ...

Page 280: ...g Be sure the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch 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 could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level i...

Page 281: ...nd Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Periodic Maintenance Inspections and Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole W...

Page 282: ...to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See...

Page 283: ...evel is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind...

Page 284: ...alf 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 you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before th...

Page 285: ...our times a year have your dealer 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 See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at LOW or...

Page 286: ...add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the c...

Page 287: ...rheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired ...

Page 288: ...roper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid See E...

Page 289: ...s for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the br...

Page 290: ... 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 damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index C...

Page 291: ...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 few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D If you spill b...

Page 292: ... may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ...

Page 293: ...n your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery Se...

Page 294: ...ou need to use For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps A Headlamp B Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps ...

Page 295: ... Open the hood 2 Remove the rubber cover and socket from the headlamp 3 Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressing down and moving the metal retainer away from you 4 Pull the bulb out of the fixture 5 Reverse the steps to install a new bulb ...

Page 296: ... bulb in turn it counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Reverse the steps to install a new bulb Sidemarker Lamps To replace the sidemarker bulb 1 Remove the two screws holding the sidemarker lamp assembly using a screwdriver The assembly should pull away from the vehicle 2 Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the housing 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket 4 R...

Page 297: ...de Passenger s Side 1 Remove the two screws from the combination lamps Gently pull the housing away from the vehicle 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb 5 Reinstall the housing and the screws ...

Page 298: ...maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire ...

Page 299: ...at D Tire 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 Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage ...

Page 300: ... information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown...

Page 301: ...ire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire 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 ti...

Page 302: ...MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires 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 cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and...

Page 303: ...afety 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 controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 304: ...overloaded 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 vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you no...

Page 305: ...r 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 wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and ch...

Page 306: ...g the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instru...

Page 307: ...ead 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 soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum a...

Page 308: ... 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 damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once D Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this p...

Page 309: ...safety belts 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 films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they ...

Page 310: ...mended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle 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 water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use str...

Page 311: ...asive 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 as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted s...

Page 312: ...s painted finish it could leave streaks D If you decide to go through an automatic car wash ask the manager if the equipment could damage your top The plastic windows are pliable and can be scratched if you don t take these precautions when you clean them D Wipe off dust with a soft cotton cloth moistened with clean cool or lukewarm water Don t use a dry cloth Wipe in one direction only not back a...

Page 313: ...omatic 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 When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish ...

Page 314: ...y 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 frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fal...

Page 315: ... 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 water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Silicone...

Page 316: ...d 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 Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label inside the glove box on the door It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint i...

Page 317: ...d from short circuits by fuses circuit breakers and thermal links in the wiring itself This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the copper colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borr...

Page 318: ...h separate circuit including headlamps There are spare fuses inside the fuse box If you have electrical failure check here first Fuse Usage P W Power Windows DOM Dome Light TAIL License Plate Light Clearance Marker Lights Instrument Panel Illumination HAZ Hazard Lights IG O2 Sensor Heater Cruise Control Ignition Coil Meter G Sensor ...

Page 319: ...RN Turn Signal Back Up Light WIP Windshield Wiper Washer Rear Window Wiper Washer Fuses for the air bags are located next to the instrument panel fuse block Engine Compartment Fuse Block The main fuse box in your engine compartment protects all electrical loads See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location For access to the main fuses pull off the cover ...

Page 320: ...ear Defroster Turn Signals Back Up Lamps 8 Anti Lock Brake System 9 All Electrical Loads 10 Air Conditioning Replacement Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Back up Lamp 921 Dome GM Part No 96051559 or equivalent Front Parking and Turn Signal 1157 NA Headlamp Halogen High Beam GM Part No 91174685 or equivalent Low Beam GM Part No 91174687 or equivalent Rear Hazard and Turn Signal 921 Rear Parking and Stop GM ...

Page 321: ...ine 5 8 quarts 5 5 L Fuel Tank Two Door Convertible 14 8 U S gallons 56 L Four Door Hardtop 17 4 U S gallons 66 L Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill 2 6 quarts 2 5 L Manual Transmission Four Wheel Drive 1 6 quarts 1 5 L Two Wheel Drive 2 0 quarts 1 9 L Differential Front 1 1 quarts 1 0 L Rear 2 3 quarts 2 2 L Transfer Case 1 8 quarts 1 7 L Recheck fluid level after filling See Automatic Trans...

Page 322: ... Engine Code C Type L4 Horsepower 127 Firing Order 1 3 4 2 Thermostat Temperature 179_F 82_C 2 5L Engine Specifications VIN Engine Code 4 Type V6 Horsepower 155 Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 Thermostat Temperature 179_F 82_C Wheel and Tires Wheel Nut Torque 69 lb ft 95 N m Tire Pressure See the Tire Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index ...

Page 323: ... Filter GM Part No 91175057 or equivalent PCV Valve 1 6L Engine GM Part No 96068664 or equivalent 2 0L Engine GM Part No 91174516 or equivalent 2 5L Engine GM Part No 91176183 or equivalent Spark Plugs 1 6L Engine GM Part No 91173854 DENSO SK20PR A11 or NGK IFRGE11 Gap 0 043 inch 1 1 mm 2 0L Engine GM Part No 91175704 DENSO SK16PR11 PK16PR11 or NGK IFR5J11 PFR5G 11 Gap 0 043 inch 1 1 mm 2 5L Engin...

Page 324: ...71 3 inches 181 1 cm Height Two Door Convertible 66 5 inches 168 9 cm Four Door Hardtop Two Wheel Drive Base Model 65 6 inches 166 6 cm Four Wheel Drive Base Model 66 3 inches 168 4 cm ZR2 Model 66 5 inches 169 0 cm ZR2 Model with Luggage Carrier 70 7 inches 178 0 cm Two Wheel Drive LT Model 67 2 inches 171 0 cm Four Wheel Drive LT Model 70 0 inches 178 0 cm Wheelbase Two Door Convertible 86 6 inc...

Page 325: ...y dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 9 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 30 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 44 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 48 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 50 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 53 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 326: ...nt 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 our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Page 327: ...do 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 you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service ...

Page 328: ...n 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 perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle These ...

Page 329: ...ou operate your vehicle 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 occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Passenger Compartment Air Filter Inspection Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in ...

Page 330: ...Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Replacement Emission System Hoses Inspection Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement 1 6L Code 6 engine only Brake Fluid Service Spark Plug Replacement Spark Plug Wire Replacement or every 60 months whichever occurs first Short Trip City Intervals At 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection 1 6L Code 6 engine only Every 100 000 Miles 166 0...

Page 331: ...onditions Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Passenger Compartment Air Filter Inspection Valve Lash C...

Page 332: ...ery 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Automatic Transmission Fluid Hose Replacement or every 45 months whichever occurs first Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Replacement Emission System Hoses Inspection Camshaft Timing Belt Replacement 1 6L Code 6 engine only Spark Plug Replacement Spark Plug Wire Replacement or every 60 months whichever occurs first 1 6L Code 6...

Page 333: ...n Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the parking brake lever and ca...

Page 334: ... rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 12 000 Miles 20 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the...

Page 335: ...arings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where 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 police or delivery service If you do not ...

Page 336: ... if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten u joint flange bolts if necessary 18 000 Miles 30 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 ...

Page 337: ... Miles 45 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed ...

Page 338: ...p An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect ignition coil plug cap or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter i...

Page 339: ...fferential fluid j Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 6L Code 6 engine only An Emission Control Service j Replace fuel filter or every 30 months whichever occurs first or sooner if filter is clogged An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect propeller shafts and u joints for looseness and damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first Inspect more frequently if used off roa...

Page 340: ...See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 42 000 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and addit...

Page 341: ...sion fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 10...

Page 342: ...t more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten u joint flange bolts if necessary 48 000 Miles 80 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 51 ...

Page 343: ...footnote 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 whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Replace passenger compartment air filter j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relini...

Page 344: ...ice or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 166 000 km j Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Cle...

Page 345: ...only An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j R...

Page 346: ...curs first Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten u joint flange bolts if necessary 63 000 Miles 105 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 66 000 Miles 110 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect passenger compartment a...

Page 347: ...n pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more ...

Page 348: ... air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j Change manual transmission fluid j Change transfer case fluid j Change differential fluid j Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 6L Code 6 engine only An Emission Control Service j Inspect propeller shafts and u joints for looseness and damage or every 15 mo...

Page 349: ... 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 Inspect passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km j Change engine oil a...

Page 350: ... months whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where 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 police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under an...

Page 351: ...trol Service j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Ro...

Page 352: ...Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten u joint flange bolts if necessary 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 96 000 Miles 160 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect passenger compartment air filter j...

Page 353: ... your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 120 000 Miles 200 000 km j Replace evaporative emission canister and air suction filter or every 120 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL SERVICED ...

Page 354: ...on Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the parking brake lever and c...

Page 355: ... An Emission Control Service j Inspect passenger compartment air filter j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where 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 police or delivery servic...

Page 356: ...ing a trailer Tighten u joint flange bolts if necessary 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs...

Page 357: ... vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 166 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 30 months whichever occurs first j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs first See Engine...

Page 358: ...mission Control Service See footnote j Change manual transmission fluid j Change transfer case fluid j Change differential fluid j Replace fuel filter or every 30 months whichever occurs first or sooner if filter is clogged An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 6L Code 6 engine only An Emission Control Service j Inspect propeller shafts and u j...

Page 359: ...senger compartment air filter j Replace automatic transmission fluid hose or every 45 months whichever occurs first j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses suc...

Page 360: ...ing a trailer Tighten u joint flange bolts if necessary 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occur...

Page 361: ... any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 166 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belts or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 30 months whichever occurs fi...

Page 362: ...l Service See footnote j Change manual transmission fluid j Change transfer case fluid j Change differential fluid j Replace fuel filter or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 6L Code 6 engine only An Emission Control Service j Inspect emission system hoses and replace as necessary An Emission Control Se...

Page 363: ...Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect passenger compartment air filter j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under...

Page 364: ...nformation See footnote j Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary 1 6L Code 6 engine only An Emission Control Service j Inspect propeller shafts and u joints for looseness and damage or every 15 months whichever occurs first Inspect more frequently if used off road or for pulling a trailer Tighten u joint flange bolts if necessary 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or ev...

Page 365: ...mission fluid hose or every 45 months whichever occurs first j Inspect camshaft timing belt 1 6L Code 6 engine only An Emission Control Service See footnote j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Wh...

Page 366: ...ap or every 30 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Change manual transmission fluid j Change transfer case fluid j Change differential fluid j Replace fue...

Page 367: ... 7 5 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 1...

Page 368: ... level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index for further details Hood Latch Operation Check Pull the primary hood latch release handle inside the vehicle...

Page 369: ...m last longer seal better and not stick or squeak 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 Fluid Level Check Check the transfer case axle differential s and automatic or manual transmission fluid levels and add as needed See Transfer Case Axle Rear Axle Front and Automatic Tra...

Page 370: ... halfway and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch isn t pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps ...

Page 371: ... in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until th...

Page 372: ...or 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 well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Engine Co...

Page 373: ...mine when to change the lubricant Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustmen...

Page 374: ...r your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water preferable distilled and good quality Ethylene Glycol Base Coolant GM Part No 1052753 or equivalent conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M See Engine Coolant in the Index Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme ...

Page 375: ... quart or equivalent SAE 75W 85 GL 4 gear oil Automatic Transmission DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Manual Transmission Shift Linkage Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Clutch Linkage Pivot Points C...

Page 376: ...All and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Axle Lubricant GM Part No 12345977 or SAE 80W 90 GL 5 gear lubricant USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 123...

Page 377: ...ovided 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 receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 378: ...7 54 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 379: ...n 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 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 9 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 ...

Page 380: ...ents 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 Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager cont...

Page 381: ... 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 please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are c...

Page 382: ...ilable 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 discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet ha...

Page 383: ...stance 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 equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobil...

Page 384: ...ders 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 telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 D Free towing for warranty repairs D Basic over the phone technical advice D Available dealer services at reasonable costs i e wrecker services locksmith key ...

Page 385: ... 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 quality and priority service When roadside services are required our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurred for utilizing outside services For prompt assistance when calling ...

Page 386: ...ted 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 day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconven...

Page 387: ...le Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Cou...

Page 388: ...annot 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 Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE...

Page 389: ...notify 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 or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 ...

Page 390: ... 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 publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfol...

Page 391: ... 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 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to m...

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