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Chevrolet 2002 Impala, Owner'S Manual

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RDS Messages

ALERT!: Alert warns of national or local emergencies.
You will not be able to turn off alert announcements.
ALERT! appears on the display when an alert
announcement plays. When an alert announcement
comes on the current radio station, you will hear it, even
if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc
is playing. If the cassette tape or compact disc player is
playing, play will stop for the announcement and resume
when the announcement is finished.

This function will only work during actual emergency
broadcasts, and will not work during tests of the
emergency broadcast system. This feature is not
supported by all RDS stations.

INFO (Information): If the current station has a
message, the information symbol will appear on the
display. These text messages are from the RDS
broadcaster to the listening public and may be general
information such as artist and song title, call in phone
numbers, etc. Press this button to see the message. 
If the whole message does not appear on the display,
parts of the message will appear every three seconds
until the message is completed. To scroll through the
message at your own speed, press the INFO button 
again for less than one second. 

A new group of words will appear on the display. 
Once the complete message has been displayed, the
information symbol will disappear from the display until
another new message is received. The old message can
be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new
message is received or a different station is tuned to.
When a message is not available from an FM station,
NO INFO will be displayed.

TRAF (Traffic): Press this button to receive traffic
announcements. If the current station does not broadcast
traffic announcements, the radio will seek to a station
that does. The traffic symbol will flash on the display.
When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic
announcements, it will stop. If no station is found, 
NO TRAF will appear on the display.

Your radio can be programmed to interrupt the playback
of a cassette tape, CD or FM radio by enabling the
traffic interrupt feature. Press the TRAF button once to
seek to an RDS station that supports the traffic interrupt
feature if the current station does not. The traffic symbol
will flash on the display when seeking for a station that
supports traffic interrupt. When the traffic interrupt
feature is on, TRAF will appear on the display.

Summary of Contents for 2002 Impala

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Page 2: ...i 2002 Chevrolet Impala Owner s Manual Litho in U S A ECopyright General Motors Corporation 06 20 01 Part Number 10315383 A First Edition All Rights Reserved ...

Page 3: ... 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 can...

Page 4: ...nd a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others c...

Page 5: ...ent colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you ...

Page 6: ...v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle ...

Page 7: ...s Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Driver Position 1 21 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Air Bag Systems 1 31 Center Front Passenger Position 1 33 Rear Seat Passengers 1 36 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 38 Children 1 42 Restraint Systems for Children 1 56 Older C...

Page 8: ...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 Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat back and forth with your body to be sure the seat is ...

Page 9: ...r the seat by sliding the control up or down D Raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion by sliding the front of the control up or down D Raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion by sliding the rear of the control up or down Manual Lumbar If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature the knob is located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Turn the knob toward the front o...

Page 10: ...rm the seat to a lower temperature Press HI to warm the seat to a higher temperature To turn this feature off move the switch to the center position Reclining Front Seatbacks Lift the lever to release the seatback then move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever to lock the seatback in place Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will move forward ...

Page 11: ...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 12: ... injury in a crash Split Folding Rear Seat If Equipped You can fold either side of the seatback down in your vehicle for more cargo space Make sure the front seat isn t reclined If it is the rear seatback won t fold down all the way To lower the rear seatback follow these steps 1 Remove the rear center lap shoulder belt latch by pressing the release button ...

Page 13: ...seatback follow these steps 1 Raise the seatback up and make sure it latches Push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked in position 2 Reconnect the center safety belt latch plate to the buckle Make sure the safety belt label is pointing to the release button and that both are facing the front of the vehicle Make sure the belt is not twisted Push and pull on the latch plate to be sure it...

Page 14: ...son wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Safety Belts They 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 air bag system CAUTION Don t let a...

Page 15: ...ckle 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 p...

Page 16: ...1 10 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 17: ...1 11 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 18: ...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 19: ...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 20: ...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 21: ...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 22: ...ht adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the release lever 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...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...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 25: ... 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 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has air bags a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal a...

Page 29: ... them CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Frontal air bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal air bags may provide less protection in fron...

Page 30: ...r back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle and should not lean on the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for...

Page 31: ...he system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel ...

Page 32: ...1 26 The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door ...

Page 33: ... In addition your vehicle has dual stage frontal air bags which adjust the amount of restraint according to crash severity For moderate frontal impacts these air bags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is ...

Page 34: ... inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel instrument panel and the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants c...

Page 35: ...Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have b...

Page 36: ...s also equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and throttle data D Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Im...

Page 37: ...and Owner Publications in the Index CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag systems Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person perform...

Page 38: ...ilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly...

Page 39: ...d they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seating positions 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...

Page 40: ...if you ever had to 3 To make 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 c...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...sitions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of th...

Page 43: ...elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top ...

Page 44: ...r body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Children Everyone 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 w...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...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 47: ...fants 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 the 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 ...

Page 48: ... 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 49: ...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 50: ...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 51: ...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 CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s...

Page 52: ...red don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also hav...

Page 53: ...nstalled for the rear seating positions You ll find them behind the rear seat on the filler panel Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system You ll find anchors A in all three rear seating positions To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system will have a dot on the seatback...

Page 54: ...se and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here A Vehicle anchor B LATCH system attachment points C Top strap A Vehicle anchor B LATCH system attachment points With this system use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle s safety belts to secure a child restraint ...

Page 55: ...Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 If the child restraint is forward facing attach the top strap to the to...

Page 56: ...front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger air bag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It s always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure t...

Page 57: ...ions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to u...

Page 58: ...g 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 and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or lar...

Page 59: ... is a safer place you can secure a forward facing child restraint 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 ba...

Page 60: ... 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 61: ...ur knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the 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 62: ...belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could 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 buckle...

Page 63: ...a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear S...

Page 64: ...t in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 65: ...To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safet...

Page 66: ...s After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repai...

Page 67: ...tion Positions 2 32 Starting Your Engine 2 34 Engine Coolant Heater Option 2 36 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 40 Parking Brake 2 41 Shifting Into PARK P 2 44 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 45 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 45 Engine Exhaust 2 46 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 47 Tilt Wheel 2 47 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 54 Exterior Lamps 2 57 Interior Lamps 2 59 Mirrors 2 66 Access...

Page 68: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous 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 ...

Page 69: ...s down feature This switch is labeled AUTO Tap the rear of the switch and the driver s window will open a small amount If the rear of the switch is fully pressed the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window press and hold the front of the switch Lock Out Switch The driver s window controls also include a lock out swit...

Page 70: ...cle 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: ...e has a number of features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have an extra key If your vehicle s equipped with the OnStar system with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock y...

Page 72: ... stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped From the inside use the manual or power door locks To unlock e...

Page 73: ...automatically locking and unlocking doors Programmable Modes Mode 1 No automatic door lock or unlock Mode 2 Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P no automatic door unlock Mode 3 Automatic all door lock when the transaxle is shifted out of PARK P automatic unlock for the driver s door only when the transaxle is shifted into PARK P Mode 4 Automatic all door lock when th...

Page 74: ...cle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door and then open the door from the outside Lockout Protection Feature To protect you from locking your key in the vehicle this feature stops the power door locks from locking when the keys are in the ignition and a door is open If a power lock switch is press...

Page 75: ...ce may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmit...

Page 76: ...er The ignition must be in OFF or ACC for the panic alarm to work When you press the panic button on the remote keyless entry transmitter the headlamps will flash the horn will honk repeatedly and your interior lamps will illuminate attracting attention if you need it The alarm will continue until one of the following occurs D The panic alarm button on the remote keyless entry transmitter is press...

Page 77: ...n the panic alarm is activated The interior lamps will illuminate until the ignition is turned to ON or until an illumination period of 40 seconds has elapsed or the doors are locked with the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter If a door is opened during the illumination period the timed illumination will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on while the door i...

Page 78: ...ouch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a flat object like a coin into the slot on the back of the transmitter Gently pry apart the front and back 2 Gently pry the battery out of the transmitter Do not use a metal object 3 Put the new battery into the transmitter as shown on the transm...

Page 79: ...can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid D Make sure all other windows are shut D Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on VENT That will forc...

Page 80: ...ipped Remote Trunk Release You can also unlock the trunk from inside the vehicle Press the button located below the exterior lamps control on the underside of the dashboard The shift lever must be in PARK P for the remote trunk release button to work Trunk Assist Handle There is an assist handle located on the inside of the trunk lid toward the driver s side of the vehicle ...

Page 81: ...l cluster See Trunk Open Message in the Index for more information Trunk Release Handle There is a glow in the dark trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the latch This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle down to open the trunk from the inside Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your trunk you can order a trap resist...

Page 82: ...e short chirps and a pause repeated for up to two minutes After one minute the trunk latch will release If the ignition is not in OFF the trunk latch will not release automatically and the horn will not sound To cancel the horn alarm and automatically release the trunk lid before two minutes are up turn the ignition to ON Do not cover the sensor with items you put into the trunk or with add on acc...

Page 83: ...s a disable switch you can use to turn off the trunk release sensor To turn off the sensor turn the ignition to ON and press the switch next to the lens for two seconds The horn will chirp once when the sensor is turned off When the sensor is off the light in the switch will flash The TRUNK OPEN message in the message center will flash for one minute each time the ignition is turned on as a remind...

Page 84: ...arget for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your ignition and transaxle will be locked And remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your val...

Page 85: ...and the headlamps and back up lamps will flash for approximately two minutes When the alarm is armed the trunk may be opened with the remote keyless entry transmitter If you use the key to open the trunk the alarm will sound The power door lock switches are also disabled You must use your remote keyless entry transmitter or your key to unlock the doors when the system is armed Arming with the Powe...

Page 86: ... alarm condition has occurred since last arming Disarming with Your Key Your alarm system will disarm when you use your key to unlock the doors The light on the radio will go off to let you know the system is no longer armed Vehicle Customization Settings Some of the convenience features can be reset or customized to perform according to your preference Features you can program depend upon the opt...

Page 87: ...ing information shows how to reset or customize features after entering the main menu SETTINGS Display Current Settings OIL LIFE Oil Life Reset This feature allows you to reset the GM Oil Life Systemt Monitor after an oil change see Engine Oil in the Index Be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE accidentally at any time other than when the oil has been changed It can t be reset accurately until the n...

Page 88: ... seconds Mode 3 60 SEC 60 seconds Before your vehicle was shipped from the factory it was programmed to Mode 2 The mode to which your vehicle was programmed may have been changed since it left the factory To determine the mode to which your vehicle is programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Scroll using the SEEK up or down arrows until LT DELAY appears on the d...

Page 89: ...programmed or to program your vehicle to a different mode do the following 1 Scroll using the SEEK up or down arrows until AUTOLOCK appears on the display 2 Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu The current selection will have an asterisk next to it If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section ...

Page 90: ...ill have an asterisk next to it If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 3 Scroll using the PREV or NEXT buttons through the modes to change the current mode 4 With your preference displayed press the DISP button to select A chime will be heard to ve...

Page 91: ...V or NEXT button to enter the submenu The current selection will have an asterisk next to it If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 3 Scroll using the PREV or NEXT buttons through the modes to change the current mode 4 With your preference displaye...

Page 92: ... the display 2 Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu The current selection will have an asterisk next to it If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 3 Scroll using the PREV or NEXT buttons through the modes to change the current mode 4 W...

Page 93: ...on the display 2 Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu The current selection will have an asterisk next to it If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 3 Scroll using the PREV or NEXT buttons through the modes to change the current mode 4...

Page 94: ...appears on the display 2 Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu The current selection will have an asterisk next to it If you do not wish to change the current mode you can either exit the programming mode by following the directions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle 3 Scroll using the PREV or NEXT buttons through the modes to change the curren...

Page 95: ...o match the remote keyless entry transmitter to your vehicle To match the transmitter do the following 1 Scroll using the SEEK up or down arrows until FOB PROG appears on the display 2 Press the PREV or NEXT button to enter the submenu BEGIN will be displayed 3 Press the DISP button to start programming When the message PUSH FOB flashes press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the first trans...

Page 96: ...stem is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance in the Index for more information New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an ela...

Page 97: ...urn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service ACC Accessory This is the position in which you can operate your electrical accessories With the key in this position the ignition and automatic transaxle will unlock ON This is the position to which the switch returns after you start the engine ...

Page 98: ... Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transaxle Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine 1 With your foot off the accelera...

Page 99: ...ne is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly Starting Your 3800 Series II V6 Engine 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn your ignition key to START When the engine starts let g...

Page 100: ...normal starting procedure NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly Engine Coolant Heater Option In very cold weather 0_F 18_C or colder the engine coolant heater can h...

Page 101: ...ed 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 engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends o...

Page 102: ...e a shift lever on the steering column or on the console between the seats This graphic is displayed on your instrument panel cluster Maximum engine speed is limited on automatic transaxle vehicles when you re in PARK P or NEUTRAL N to protect driveline components from improper operation ...

Page 103: ...lling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in ON If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while ...

Page 104: ...with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re D Going less than 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down D Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator pedal all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power NOTICE If your vehicle see...

Page 105: ...ng in non highway scenarios i e city streets etc SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on NOTICE Don t drive in SECOND 2 for more than 25 miles 40 km or at speeds over 55 mph 90 km h or you can damage your transaxle Us...

Page 106: ...you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transaxle Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Parking Brake The parking brake is located to the left of the brake pedal near the driver s door To set the parking brake hold the brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the par...

Page 107: ...ee Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P 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 suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won ...

Page 108: ...king brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to OFF 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P ...

Page 109: ...nly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set b...

Page 110: ...saxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in ON See Automatic Transaxle Operation in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever by pushing it all the way into PARK P while ...

Page 111: ...sciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is...

Page 112: ...e a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even wh...

Page 113: ...hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel into place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following D Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer D Flash to Pass Feature D Windshield Wipers D Windshield Washer D Cruise Control...

Page 114: ...r a lane change a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index Turn Signal On Chime If you leave either one of your turn signals on and drive more than 3 4 mi...

Page 115: ...ay between wiping cycles turn the band upward LO Low Speed Turn the band up to LO for a steady wiping at a low speed HI High Speed Turn the band up to HI for a steady wiping at a high speed MIST Turn the band downward to MIST for a single wiping cycle Hold the band at this setting until the windshield wipers start then release it The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe If additional cycles ...

Page 116: ...fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision United States Canada The LOW WASHER FLUID message in the message center will appear when the fluid level is low When you are low on washer fluid the LOW WASHER FLUID message will be illuminated in the message center for 60 seconds After 60 seconds it will go out When the ignition is turned off this message will appear again for three second...

Page 117: ...dless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the traction control system option begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System in the Index When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control...

Page 118: ...ise control has been set to the desired speed Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more press the RESUME button on your steering wheel You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there ...

Page 119: ...our vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you set the cruise control speed by pressing the SET button on the steering wheel Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control D Press the COAST button on the steering wheel until you reach the lower speed you want then release it D To slow dow...

Page 120: ...le and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to cancel the cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal D Slide the lever on the turn signal lever to the left to the OFF position D Press the COAST and ACCEL buttons at the same time Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory i...

Page 121: ... be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system s automatic headlamp control will make your high beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are ...

Page 122: ...ition the delayed headlamp illumination cycle will not occur To disable the delayed headlamp illumination feature or change the time of delay see Vehicle Customization Settings in the Index Fog Lamps If Equipped The fog lamps button is located on the instrument panel next to the exterior lamps control wheel to the left of the steering column Your ignition must be in ON for the fog lamps to illumin...

Page 123: ... are reading lamps Illuminated Entry If Equipped Your courtesy lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped If you open a door the lamps will stay on while it s open and then turn off automatically about 25 seconds after you close it If you press UNLOCK and don t open a door the lamps will turn off after about 40 second...

Page 124: ... opened the timed illumination period will be canceled and the interior lamps will remain on because a door is open Delayed Exit Lighting This feature illuminates the interior for a period of time after the key is removed from the ignition The ignition must be off for delayed exit lighting to work When the key is removed interior illumination will activate and remain on until one of the following ...

Page 125: ...e a dome lamp Battery Rundown Protection Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave on the interior courtesy lamps reading map lamps visor vanity lamps trunk lamp or glove box lamps If you leave any of these lamps on they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes if the ignition is moved to OFF The lamps won t come back on again until...

Page 126: ...t the bottom of the mirror between the two map lamps This lever is used to change the mirror from day to night position To reduce glare from headlamps behind you while driving at night turn the lever 90 degrees To return to the mirror back to the day position return the lever to its original position There are two map lamps located on the bottom of the mirror Each lamp is turned on and off by pres...

Page 127: ...ror will lighten whenever you shift to REVERSE R There are two map lamps located on the bottom of the mirror Each lamp is turned on and off by pressing the button next to the lamp One photocell on the front of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell facing rearward senses headlamps behind you To turn the electrochromic feature off press the button in the center of the ...

Page 128: ... on this mirror functions exactly like the electrochromic mirror described previously See Mirrors Electrochromic Day Night Rearview in the Index for more information There are two map lamps located on the bottom of the mirror Each lamp is turned on and off by pressing the button next to the lamp There are also three OnStar buttons located at the bottom of the mirror face See your dealer for more i...

Page 129: ...and the area beside and behind your vehicle Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance o...

Page 130: ...sole lid Rear Seat Armrest and Cupholder If Equipped If your vehicle has the split folding rear seat there will be two cupholders in the rear seat armrest To access them pull down on the cloth strap located toward the top of your center back seat cushion Trunk Convenience Net If Equipped Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it on the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocer...

Page 131: ...ashtray and lift it out NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself NOTICE Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away...

Page 132: ... outlet Close the cover when not using the outlet On vehicles without a center console it is located in the ashtray drawer to the right of the ashtray Remove the rubber cover to access the outlet When not using the outlet make sure the cover is on it NOTICE When using accessory power outlets D Maximum load of any outlet should not exceed the amperage rating D Be sure to turn off electrical equipme...

Page 133: ... t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything that exceeds the fuse rating When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything that exceeds the amperage rating NOTICE Power outlets are desi...

Page 134: ...ve box and is labeled with a wire function and fuse rating NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment and never use anything that exceeds the fuse rating For information on accessing the connection and electrical hookup plea...

Page 135: ...ted the system will automatically reset and redial This ensures connection to the center there is no additional action required Press the Communication button to cancel the automatic redial Emergency Button In an emergency situation press the emergency service button Upon receiving the call an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will ale...

Page 136: ...ssible for assistance Cellular Antenna The cellular antenna on the outside of your vehicle is critical to effective communications using the OnStar system Optimum cellular reception can be obtained when the mast is straight up and down OnStar Services The following services are available within OnStar service plans Your vehicle comes with a specific one year service plan that allows use of some or...

Page 137: ...to unlock itself The advisor can delay unlocking your vehicle Remote Door Unlock is disabled 48 hours after the vehicle is parked to maintain the battery charge Vehicle Locator Service To contact the center call 1 888 4 ONSTAR You will be required to provide your security information An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to sound the horn and or flash the lamps Route Support An advisor ca...

Page 138: ... are obstructed OnStar will not function if the vehicle s battery is discharged or disconnected It may also be inoperative if the vehicle is in an accident and the OnStar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged OnStar is the communication link between you and existing governmental emergency and roadside service providers OnStar will receive your call and use reasonable effort to contac...

Page 139: ...en Express Open To activate the express open feature push the switch rearward You can stop the power sunroof before it is completely open by pushing the switch forward Vent Your sunroof also has a vent feature It can be activated from the closed sunroof position by pushing the switch once rearward To close push and hold the sunroof switch forward When using this feature the sunshade should be full...

Page 140: ...ing interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facil...

Page 141: ... hold the hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from HomeLink and then press and hold the transmit button on the hand held transmitter Continue to hold both buttons until the indicator light on HomeLink begins to flash rapidly this may take up to 90 seconds If you have trouble programming HomeLink make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the ...

Page 142: ...t 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist in programming the transmitter 2 Press the Learn or Smart button on the garage door opener motor head unit An indicator light will begin to flash when the motor head unit enters the training mode Following this step you have 30 seconds to start Step 3 3 Return to Ho...

Page 143: ...ile the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds Release both buttons Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink to default settings hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds Continue to hold both button...

Page 144: ...2 78 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 145: ...ltifunction Lever D Audio Steering Wheel Controls Option E Hazard Warning Flasher Button F Audio System G Air Vent H Exterior Lamps Control I Remote Trunk Release Button J Tilt Steering Wheel Lever K Hood Release L Steering Wheel Cruise Control If Equipped M Ignition Switch N Center Console Shift Lever If Equipped O Climate Controls P Glove Box ...

Page 146: ...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 is in your tank and many other things you need to drive safely and economically 3400 V6 Engine Cluster United States version shown Canada similar ...

Page 147: ...2 81 3800 V6 Engine Cluster United States version shown Canada similar ...

Page 148: ... then that will be done But if it can t then it will be set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Your trip odometer tells how far you have driven since you last reset it Your trip select reset switch will go back and forth between the odometer and the trip odometer if the button is pressed and release...

Page 149: ...ou locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warn...

Page 150: ...l s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Your vehicle may also have a Driver Information Center DIC that works along with the warning lights and gages See Driver Information Center DIC in the Index Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to ON a chime will come on for about eight seconds to re...

Page 151: ... is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away 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 i...

Page 152: ...mes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See 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...

Page 153: ...t fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Traction Control System Warning Light The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons D If you turn the system off by pressing the TRAC OFF button located on the instrument panel a chime will sound and the warning light will come on and stay on To turn the system back on press the button again The warning...

Page 154: ...ng the majority of the operation the gage will read 210_F 100_C or less If you are pulling a load or going up hills it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and approach the 250_F 122_C mark When the gage reads greater than 250_F 122_C the HOT COOLANT TEMP light will be illuminated in the message center and a chime will sound continuously If the gage reaches the 260_F 125_C mark it indicates ...

Page 155: ...is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engine ...

Page 156: ...y see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified se...

Page 157: ... dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection 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 p...

Page 158: ...his occurs you should have your vehicle serviced immediately CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty ...

Page 159: ...nited States 3400 V6 Engine Cluster United States 3800 V6 Engine Cluster Canada 3400 V6 Engine Cluster Canada 3800 V6 Engine Cluster The fuel gage when the ignition is on tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible ...

Page 160: ...e message center is located below the temperature gage or the tachometer gage if equipped on the instrument panel cluster It gives you important safety and maintenance facts Modes Service Traction System If Equipped United States Canada If this message appears when you are driving there is a problem with your traction control system and your vehicle is in need of service When this message is displ...

Page 161: ... running you may have a problem with your charging system If there is a problem with the charging system four chimes will sound when the message comes on The battery display will also stay on while the key is in ON until the engine is started If the message stays on after starting the engine it could indicate a problem with the generator drive belt or some other charging system problem Have it che...

Page 162: ...e gage and the coolant level See Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Engine Overheating in the Index for further information Low Coolant Level United States Canada This message is displayed when the cooling system is low on coolant Four chimes will also sound The engine may overheat See Engine Coolant in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can ...

Page 163: ...tes Canada This message is displayed for 60 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle when the engine oil level is low Four chimes will also sound When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that your engine oil level is low Be sure to have your vehicle serviced right away See Engine Oil in the Index on how to check the oil level and for w...

Page 164: ...e must be reset Until it is reset this message will be displayed for 60 seconds each time you start the engine For more information on resetting the system see Engine Oil When to Change in the Index Door Ajar United States Canada This message will appear if the driver s door or one of the passenger s doors is not completely closed and the ignition is in ON If you are in a forward or reverse gear p...

Page 165: ...r vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer for service Low Brake Fluid United States Canada This message will be displayed when your vehicle has a brake problem The brake system warning light will also be illuminated If this message appears the brakes aren t working properly You should have your vehicle serviced immediately See Brake System Warning Light in the Inde...

Page 166: ...r Fluid United States Canada This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid The message is only displayed for 60 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle For more information see Windshield Washer Fluid in the Index When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that your washer fluid is low Be sure to refill th...

Page 167: ... the other three tires When you have checked the tire pressures be sure to reset the tire inflation monitor See Tires in the Index Service Vehicle Soon United States Canada This message will come on if you have engine problems These problems may not be obvious and may not affect vehicle performance or durability Consult a qualified dealership for necessary repairs to maintain top vehicle performan...

Page 168: ...nsor is turned off See Trunk Release Sensor in the Index for more information Highbeam Out United States Canada If this message appears you may have a problem with your high beam headlamps The message will stay on approximately 60 seconds When the ignition is turned off this message will be displayed again for three seconds to remind you that you may have a problem with your highbeam headlamps Be ...

Page 169: ... to reset A chime will sound to confirm that your requested change has been made and all the segments of the display will briefly light up To change the display to a metric or English reading press the RESET and MODE buttons at the same time Hold them down for three seconds and the display will change A chime will be heard to confirm the new selection The reset button can also be used to manually ...

Page 170: ...isplayed in this mode of operation D Compass Temperature Mode One of eight compass readings and the outside temperature are displayed If the temperature is below 38_F 3_C the word ICE is displayed for two minutes D Trip Computer Pressing the MODE button cycles through the five displays Press the MODE button after the last Trip Computer display to return the DIC to the OFF mode Compass Variance Com...

Page 171: ...dge the change in zone number A chime will sound to confirm that the new zone number has been set Automatic Compass Calibration The compass is self calibrating which eliminates the need to manually set the compass When the vehicle is new the calibration process may not be complete In these cases CAL will be displayed and all segments of the compass will be illuminated where the compass reading is ...

Page 172: ...error messages appear see your dealer Trip Computer There are five trip computer displays which may be stepped through by pushing the MODE button The information will appear in the following order D AVG ECON Average Fuel Economy This shows the average fuel economy since the last reset D INST ECON Instantaneous Fuel Economy This shows fuel economy for the most recent second of driving D RANGE Trip ...

Page 173: ...FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control 3 16 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 25 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 35 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 36 Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equippe...

Page 174: ...r temperature on the driver s side independent of the temperature set by the passenger Slide the lever upward to raise the temperature Slide the lever downward to lower the temperature Passenger s Temperature Lever The lever on the right adjusts the air temperature on the passenger s side independent of the temperature set by the driver Slide the lever upward to raise the temperature Slide the lev...

Page 175: ...not be selected in this mode Mode Buttons Outside Air Press this button to force the system to use outside air This button is usable in all of the mode settings An indicator on the button will light up when this button is selected Recirculation Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to limit odors entering your vehicle This bu...

Page 176: ...y this you can select a fan setting turn the mode knob on the control panel to the bi level mode press the A C button and move the temperature control to a comfortable setting Heating On cold days select a fan setting turn the mode knob on the control panel to floor press the outside air button on and move the temperature control all the way in the red area The system will bring in outside air hea...

Page 177: ...fter about 15 minutes If you turn them on again the defogger and the outside rearview mirrors will only stay on for about seven and one half minutes before turning off again You can also turn them off by turning the ignition off or by pressing the button again Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or decal across the defogger grid NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else ...

Page 178: ...eed to be replaced See Maintenance Schedule and Passenger Compartment Air Filter in the Index Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather adjust the mode knob to floor and the fan to the ...

Page 179: ...wo seconds Then press and hold HR until the correct hour appears AM or PM will appear on the display Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off The clock symbol will appear on the display in time set mode To set the clock to the time of an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold HR and MN at the same time for...

Page 180: ...nition turned off Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations ASEEK Press the right arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while seeking APSCAN Preset Scan Press and hold one of the arrows...

Page 181: ... or TREB appears on the display Then turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass and treble to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone a...

Page 182: ...ition Using RDS Mode Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS is a system that receives data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to RDS displays program information and can control your radio With RDS the radio can do the following D Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to D seek to stations with traffic announcements ...

Page 183: ...pear on the display Press the SEEK TYPE button and the radio will seek to the first RDS broadcaster of the selected program type If the radio cannot find the desired program type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type ...

Page 184: ...the message at your own speed press the INFO button again for less than one second A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to Whe...

Page 185: ...ng a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on and the radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing A tape symbol is shown on the display whenever a tape ...

Page 186: ...ard through the tape SEEK and a positive number will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for next to work To forward through each selection press the right SEEK arrow The sound will mute while seeking 3 REV Reverse Press this pushbutton to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last s...

Page 187: ...TAPE Check Tape If this message appears on the radio display the tape won t play because of one of the following errors D The tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not be us...

Page 188: ...ll appear on the display for five seconds indicating the feature is active 3 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and ...

Page 189: ...to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection ATUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations A SEEK Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while seeking A PSCAN Preset Scan Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds and the radio will produc...

Page 190: ... TREB appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass and treble to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone and speak...

Page 191: ...speaker control is displayed The radio will produce one beep and display ALL with the level display in the middle position Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS is a system that receives data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to You can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio With RDS your radio can do the fol...

Page 192: ...uency PTY and the name of the program if available Pressing and holding this knob will activate the RDS default display Finding a PTY Preset Station P TYPE LIST Program Type Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select the Program Type PTY you want to listen to TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display Press the SEEK TYPE button and the radio will seek to the first RDS broadcaster of the...

Page 193: ... during tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message the information symbol will appear on the display These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be general information such as artist and song title call in phone numbers etc Press this button to see the message I...

Page 194: ...ent radio station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing The traffic symbol and TRAFFIC will appear on the display while the traffic announcement plays If the compact disc player was being used the compact disc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error This message is displayed when the radio ha...

Page 195: ...the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed Release it to play the track The display will show ET and the elapsed time 4 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for m...

Page 196: ...JT Eject Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Compact Disc Messages If the disc comes out it could be for one of the following reasons D If you re driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth...

Page 197: ...l Press this button to select LOW MEDIUM or HIGH AVOL will appear on the display The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive Each higher volume setting allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the...

Page 198: ...de The channel number P1 through P6 will appear with the frequency In FM mode this function will scan through the current band such as FM1 or FM2 The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning Setting Preset Stations 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 per...

Page 199: ...isted To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL is displayed Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the left speaker...

Page 200: ...These features will only work when the RDS information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide their station name the time of day and...

Page 201: ...If the radio cannot find the desired program type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stron...

Page 202: ...ed To scroll through the message at your own speed press the INFO button again for less than one second A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new message is received or a different st...

Page 203: ...lership for service Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing A tape symbol is shown on the...

Page 204: ...ing forward through the tape SEEK and a positive number will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for next to work The sound will mute while seeking 3 REV Reverse Press this pushbutton to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses The station f...

Page 205: ...tte tapes may be loaded with the radio off if this button is pressed first Cassette Tape Messages CHK TAPE Check Tape If this message appears on the radio display the tape won t play because of one of the following errors D The tape is tight and the player can t turn the tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn...

Page 206: ... pushbutton to go to the previous track if the current track has been playing for less than eight seconds If this pushbutton is pressed and the current track has been playing for more than eight seconds it will go to the beginning of the current track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving back th...

Page 207: ...ear on the display To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press this knob until you see the display you want then hold this knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a disc is playing The disc will stop but remain in the player TAPE CD Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio Press TAPE C...

Page 208: ... last selected PTY TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display if it is not already showing If a station with the selected PTY is not found the radio will return to the original station If both SEEK TYPE and TRAF are on the radio will search for stations with traffic announcements and the selected PTY PRESET Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset ...

Page 209: ...ud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following 1 Adjust the volume knob to the lowest setting 2 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio ...

Page 210: ...leaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer GM Part No 12344789 When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize it as a broken tap...

Page 211: ... writing when handling discs Pick up discs by 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 Backglass Antenna Your AM FM antenna is integrated with your rear window defogger located in the rear...

Page 212: ...gs in the Index for more information Chime Level Adjustment Chime level adjustment is only available on RDS radios The radio is the vehicle chime producer The chime is produced from the driver s side front door speakers To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The chime volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will b...

Page 213: ...ing 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Control System 3800 V6 Engine 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 18 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 21 City Driving 4 22 Freeway Driving 4 23 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 24 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 26 Winter Driving 4 30 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 32 Lo...

Page 214: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Page 215: ... alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the pr...

Page 216: ...is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the dr...

Page 217: ...l in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and j...

Page 218: ...e Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or 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 1...

Page 219: ...ssist 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 Brake System If Equipped Your vehicle may have anti lock brakes 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 briefl...

Page 220: ...s 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 on wheel sp...

Page 221: ... 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 maintaining steering control You do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably ...

Page 222: ...tions But the system can upshift the transaxle only as high as the shift lever position you ve chosen so you should use the lower gears only when necessary See Automatic Transaxle in the Index When the system is on this warning light will come on to let you know if there s a problem See Traction Control System Warning Light in the Index When this warning light is on the system will not limit wheel...

Page 223: ...ing you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possibl...

Page 224: ... speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For exampl...

Page 225: ... a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your ve...

Page 226: ...ndicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also ...

Page 227: ...up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid ...

Page 228: ...n when you have any doubt If you have the anti lock braking system remember It helps avoid only the braking skid If you do not have anti lock then in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheels rolling again This restores steering control Push the brake pedal down steadily when you have to stop suddenly As long as the wheels are rol...

Page 229: ... 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 230: ... 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 windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tan...

Page 231: ... 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 enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water...

Page 232: ...ry 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 smaller vehicle If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down ...

Page 233: ...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 234: ...you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you 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...

Page 235: ...ear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting 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 chec...

Page 236: ...e 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 rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road...

Page 237: ...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 and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool y...

Page 238: ...r a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be 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 ...

Page 239: ...ition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Keep your traction control system on It improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has a traction control system you ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions See Traction Control System in the Index Unless you have the anti lock braking system you ll want to...

Page 240: ...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 241: ... engine to keep warm but be careful CAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it 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 tim...

Page 242: ...d another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing a...

Page 243: ...r vehicle must be towed you should use a dolly See Dolly Towing that follows for more information Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly To tow your vehicle using a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on the dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position 5 Release the parking brake ...

Page 244: ... carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options The other label is the Certification label found on the rear edge of the driver s door 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 ...

Page 245: ...thing else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the trunk of your vehicle In a trunk put them as far forward as you can Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitc...

Page 246: ...ld 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 part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rule...

Page 247: ...tions when towing a trailer Don t drive faster than the maximum posted speed for trailers or no more than 55 mph 90 km h to save wear on your vehicle s parts Three important considerations have to do with weight D the weight of the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the total weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It should never weigh ...

Page 248: ...he 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 or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then th...

Page 249: ... hitch that does not attach to the bumper D Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach ch...

Page 250: ...id tap at the upper rear master cylinder port But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always ...

Page 251: ... bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making v...

Page 252: ...t down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 km h to reduce the possibility of engine and transaxle overheating If you have overdrive you may want to drive in THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a ...

Page 253: ...pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive 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 trailering it s a good idea to review this information before you start your trip ...

Page 254: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 10 Towing Your Vehicle 5 10 Engine Overheating 5 13 Cooling System 5 23 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 23 Changing a Flat Tire 5 35 Compact Spare Tire 5 36 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 255: ... the instrument panel cluster The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off 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 u...

Page 256: ... 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 a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehicle by pus...

Page 257: ...e repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative termin...

Page 258: ... cap You should always use the remote positive terminal instead of the positive terminal on the battery CAUTION An electric fan 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 ...

Page 259: ... with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 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 will go...

Page 260: ...e good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal location of the vehicle with the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part o...

Page 261: ...ss 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that the cables don t touch each other or any other met...

Page 262: ...h vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from 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 5 Return the remote positive terminal cover to its original position ...

Page 263: ...d Engine Protection Operating Mode This emergency operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency situation If an overheated engine condition exists an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a significant loss in power and engine performance The low coolant light may come on and t...

Page 264: ...iving 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 See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle ...

Page 265: ... on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D 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 pul...

Page 266: ... When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 3400 V6 Engine A Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B Electric Engine Cooling Fans 3800 V6 Engine A Engine Coolant Recovery Tank B Electric Engine Cooling Fans ...

Page 267: ...else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark on the coolant recovery tank To check the coolant level look for the COLD mark on the side of the coolant recovery tank that faces the engine If the coolant level is not at or above the COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses ...

Page 268: ...f they aren t your vehicle needs service NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system...

Page 269: ...ur 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 water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and ...

Page 270: ...ou 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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued cooling syst...

Page 271: ...e vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot 1 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...

Page 272: ... SeriesII V6 engine cover shieldto accessthe bleed valve A Clean the area around the engine oil fill tube and cap before removing Twist the oil fill tube with cap attached counterclockwise and remove it B Lift the engine cover shield at the front slide the catch tab out of the engine bracket and remove the cover shield C Put the oil fill tube with cap attached in the valve cover oil fill hole unti...

Page 273: ...6 Bleed Valve 1 3400 V6 Bleed Valve 2 3400 V6 engine There are two bleed valves One is located on the thermostat housing The other is located on the thermostat bypass tube 3800 V6 engine There is one bleed valve It is located on the thermostat housing 3800 Series II V6 Bleed Valve ...

Page 274: ... spilled coolant from the engine and the compartment 7 If you have the 3800 V6 engine replace the 3800 Series II V6 engine cover shield A Remove the oil fill tube with cap attached from the valve cover B Insert the catch tab on the cover shield under the bracket on the engine C Place the hole in the cover shield over the hole in the valve cover Install oil fill tube and cap by twisting clockwise 8...

Page 275: ...R coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 12 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 arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this 13 Check the coolant in the recovery tank The level in the coolant recovery tank should be at the HOT mark...

Page 276: ...e under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your 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 h...

Page 277: ... Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the trunk The steps for removing the compact spare tire and installing it on the vehicle are listed below 1 Turn the center nut on the compact spare tire cover counterclockwise to remove it Then remove the cover ...

Page 278: ... compact spare tire from the trunk See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare 3 Turn the nut holding the jack counterclockwise and remove it Then remove the jack and wrench ...

Page 279: ...ench C Removing Wheel Covers and Wheel Nut Caps Wheel Center Caps Your vehicle may have center caps if equipped with aluminum wheels To remove a center cap use the wheel wrench to pry gently at the notch in the wheel cap Don t use a tool that is narrower than the wheel wrench to pry at the notch ...

Page 280: ...you can finish loosening them with your fingers Then using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry along the edge of the cover until it comes off The edge of the wheel cover could be sharp so don t try to remove it with your bare hands Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet ...

Page 281: ... injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Jack placement for a front tire The diagram shows you where you should place your jack to change a front tire Use the bolts A as a guide when positioning the jack lift head C near the rear edge of the front wheel opening B For jacking at the vehicle s front location put the jack lift ab...

Page 282: ...ing at the vehicle s rear location put the jack lift head about 4 inches 10 cm from the front edge of the rear wheel opening in the cutout of the rocker panel molding Put the compact spare tire near you 2 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well of the vehicle Remove all wheel nuts...

Page 283: ...aces where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or 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 4 Install the compact spare tire 5 Reinstall the wheel nu...

Page 284: ...ION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to 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 100 lb ft 140 N m ...

Page 285: ...laced NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare Storing the Flat 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 A...

Page 286: ...e stem facing down with the protector guide through a wheel bolt hole 2 Remove the protector guide and attach the retainer securely The cover will not fit over a full size tire so be sure to store the cover as far forward as possible 3 When you put the compact spare tire back in the trunk place the protector guide back in the foam holder 4 Put the cover back over the compact spare tire and tighten...

Page 287: ...ore all these in the proper place The compact spare tire is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to return your compact spare tire to your trunk properly A Retainer B Cover C Compact Spare Tire D Nut E Jack F Wrench G Lock Nut Tool H Foam Holder I Extension and Protectiv...

Page 288: ... Tire Inflation Monitor in the Index The system may not work correctly when the compact spare is installed on the vehicle Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The co...

Page 289: ...e wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has traction control you should turn the system off See Traction Control S...

Page 290: ...gine Air Cleaner Filter 6 20 Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped 6 21 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 28 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 28 Power Steering Fluid 6 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 31 Brakes 6 34 Battery 6 35 Bulb Replacement 6 40 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 41 Tires 6 51 Appearance Care 6 51 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 53 Care of Safety Belts 6 55 Cl...

Page 291: ...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 292: ...d be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of 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 Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less th...

Page 293: ...your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The mal...

Page 294: ...ything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use fuel containing methanol It can c...

Page 295: ...eep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The tethered fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver s side of the vehicle While refueling let the fuel cap hang by the tether below the fuel fill opening To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right ...

Page 296: ...side of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new fuel cap be sur...

Page 297: ... the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Thi...

Page 298: ...andle located inside the vehicle near the parking brake pedal 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood latch 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull the hood down and close it firmly ...

Page 299: ... Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir B Lower Underhood Fuse Block C Upper Underhood Fuse Block D Radiator Pressure Cap E Engine Coolant RecoveryTank F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir G Engine Oil Fill Cap H Engine Oil Dipstick I Transaxle Fluid Dipstick J Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir K Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...

Page 300: ...servoir B Lower Underhood Fuse Block C Upper Underhood Fuse Block D Radiator Pressure Cap E Engine Coolant RecoveryTank F Power Steering Fluid Reservoir low in engine compartment G Engine Oil Dipstick H Engine Oil Fill Cap I Transaxle Fluid Dipstick J Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir K Engine Air Cleaner Filter ...

Page 301: ...ould check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground 3400 Code E V6 Engine 3800 Code K V6 Engine The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop located near the front of the engine See Engine Compar...

Page 302: ...level 3400 Code E V6 Engine 3800 Code K V6 Engine When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the lower 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 engine oil 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 ...

Page 303: ...gine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American 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 ...

Page 304: ...usly if you have the 3400 V6 engine SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle However you can use SAE 10W 30 if it s going to be 0_F 18_C or above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 ...

Page 305: ...ur vehicle However you can use SAE 5W 30 if it s going to be colder than 60_F 16_C before your next oil change When it s very cold you should use SAE 5W 30 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 3800 Code K V6 Engine ...

Page 306: ...ased on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE O...

Page 307: ...ntil SETTINGS is displayed 3 Press the SEEK PTYPE up or down arrow to scroll through the main menu 4 Scroll until OIL LIFE appears on the display 5 Press the 1 PREV or 2 NEXT button to enter the submenu RESET will be displayed 6 Press the TUNE DISP button to reset A chime will be heard to verify the new setting and DONE will be displayed for one second 7 Once the message has been reset scroll unti...

Page 308: ... of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help Engine Air Cleaner Filter The engine air cleaner filter is located in the engine compartment on th...

Page 309: ... 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 engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped The passenger compartment air filter is located und...

Page 310: ...placement Parts in the Index Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher D In...

Page 311: ...en driving D When outside temperatures are above 90_F 32_C D At high speed for quite a while D In heavy traffic especially in hot weather D While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180_F to 200_F 82_C to 93_C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder tha...

Page 312: ...erview in the Index for more information on location 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3400 Code E V6 Engine 3800 Code K V6 Engine 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the cross hatched area 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable ra...

Page 313: ...label is made especially for your automatic transaxle Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty 3 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coo...

Page 314: ... whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts 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 wate...

Page 315: ...re than four 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 The coolant recovery tank is located between the power steering fluid reservoir and the underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehi...

Page 316: ...pty add coolant to the radiator See Engine Overheating in the Index CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot CAUTION ...

Page 317: ...ap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck The radiator pressure cap is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger s side near the diagonal cross brace See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger s si...

Page 318: ... dipstick When the 3400 V6 engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H hot mark When it s cold the level should be at the C cold mark If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid For the 3800 V6 engine the level should be at the HOT mark when the engine compartment is hot If the fluid is at the ADD mark you should add fluid What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see ...

Page 319: ...acturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if i...

Page 320: ...leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you ha...

Page 321: ...t 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 bra...

Page 322: ...nditions or climates 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 Brake linings should always be replaced ...

Page 323: ...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 See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for battery location WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause canc...

Page 324: ...d in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers for horizontal aim or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams at you for vertical aim If you believe your headlamps need to be re aimed we recommend that you take your vehicle to the dealer for service However it is possible for you to re aim your headlamps by...

Page 325: ...adlamps Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps A Parking Turn Signal Lamp B Low Beam Headlamp C High Beam Headlamp 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the air baffle 3 Remove the two headlamp fasteners by pulling up on them ...

Page 326: ...dlamp 7 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by raising the lock tab and pulling the connector away from the bulb s base 8 Install the electrical connector to the bulb 9 Install the new bulb by inserting the smallest tab on the bulb base into the matching notch in the retaining ring Turn the bulb a quarter turn clockwise until it stops 10 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to reinstall the headlam...

Page 327: ...p B Tail Stop Turn Signal Lamp 1 Open the trunk Remove the convenience net if your vehicle has one Unhook the net from the upper wing nut 2 Remove the two upper convenience net wing nuts 3 Pull the carpet away from the rear of the vehicle 4 Unscrew the two remaining wing nuts ...

Page 328: ...arpeting 12 Reinstall the upper convenience net wing nut and convenience net if equipped Back Up Lamp The back up lamps are located in the applique on the rear of the trunk lid 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the nine wing nuts 3 Pull the rear trunk applique away from the vehicle 4 To remove a socket press the tab turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out 5 Pull the old bulb out Do not twist it 6...

Page 329: ...wiper blades 1 Turn on the wipers to the low wipe setting 2 Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the outer positions of the wiper pattern The blades are more accessible for removal replacement while in this position 3 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 4 While holding the wiper arm away from the glass push the release clip from under the blade connecting point and pull...

Page 330: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a...

Page 331: ...verloading 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 Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket ...

Page 332: ...tects differences in tire rotation speeds that are caused by changes in tire pressure The system can alert you about a low tire but it doesn t replace normal tire maintenance See Tires in the Index When the LOW TIRE PRESSURE message comes on you should stop as soon as you can and check all your tires for damage If a tire is flat see If a Tire Goes Flat in the Index Also check the tire pressure in ...

Page 333: ...the calibration process during driving The system normally takes 15 to 20 minutes of driving in each of three speed ranges to learn tire pressures The speed ranges are 15 to 40 mph 25 to 65 km h 40 to 65 mph 65 to 105 km h and above 65 mph 105 km h When learning is complete the system will alert you after two to eight minutes if a tire is 12 psi 83 kPa different from the other three tires Detectio...

Page 334: ...x Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a pa...

Page 335: ...location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed...

Page 336: ...here applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades ...

Page 337: ... to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel ...

Page 338: ...place it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM ori...

Page 339: ...en It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain m...

Page 340: ...tone D Paint Thinner D Turpentine D Lacquer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and ...

Page 341: ...d the section use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with co...

Page 342: ...hoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the w...

Page 343: ...d not be attached across the defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a full strength glass cleaning liquid The windshield is clean if beads do not for...

Page 344: ...ect rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly an...

Page 345: ...ve 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 surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that ar...

Page 346: ...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 347: ...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 348: ...6 59 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials ...

Page 349: ...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 on the inside of your trunk lid It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint in...

Page 350: ...lamp circuit is protected by individual fuses in the underhood fuse block An electrical overload will cause the fuse to blow If this happens have your headlamp system checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some ele...

Page 351: ...e If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating Driver s Side Instrument Panel Fuse Block Some fuses are in a fuse block at the end of the instrument panel on the driver s side of the vehicle Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses Mini Fuses Description PCM BCM CLSTR Powertrain Control Module Body Contr...

Page 352: ...rols AC CRUISE HVAC Temp Door Motors Module Cruise Control Module A C FAN HVAC Blower STR COL Steering Wheel Lighting Mini Fuses Description DR LK Body Control Module Door Lock Controls PWR MIR Power Mirrors CLSTR BCM Cluster Body Control Module Data Link Connector Battery TrapAlert tSystem LH HTD ST BCM Driver s Heated Seat Body Control Module Battery Controlled Loads Circuit Breaker Description ...

Page 353: ...he end of the instrument panel on the passenger s side of the vehicle Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses Mini Fuses Description RH HTD ST Passenger Heated Seat PWR DROP Accommodated Device B U LP Back Up Lamps DIC RKE Driver Information Center Remote Keyless Entry HVAC ...

Page 354: ...ory Power Outlet Battery C LTR Cigarette Lighter RADIO Radio Radio Amplifier FRT PARK LP Front Parking Lamps Instrumentation Lighting Circuit Relay Description PARK LP RELAY Parking Lamp Relay BACK UP LP RELAY Back up Lamps Relay BATT RUN DOWN PROTECTION RELAY Battery Run Down Protection Relay REAR DEFOG RELAY Rear Defogger Relay Heated Mirror Relay Circuit Breaker Description POWER SEATS BRKR Pow...

Page 355: ... CRANK RLY Starter Crank Relay Circuit Relay Description HORNS Horn FOG LTS Fog Lamps Maxi Fuses Description LEFT I P Left Fuse Block Battery RT I P 1 Right Fuse Block Battery RT I P 2 Right Fuse Block Battery U HOOD 1 Underhood Top Fuse Block Mini Fuses Description HORN RLY Horn Relay BLANK Blank BLANK Blank FOG RLY Fog Lamps Relay F PMP RLY Fuel Pump Relay DRL EXIT LTS Low Left Front High Left F...

Page 356: ...e information on location Circuit Relay Description FAN CONT 3 Secondary Cooling Fan Passenger s Side FAN CONT 2 Cooling Fan Control Relay FAN CONT 1 Primary Cooling Fan Driver s Side IGN RELAY Ignition Relay A C CMPR HVAC Compressor Maxi Fuses Description IGN SW Ignition Switch RT I P 3 Rear Defogger Audio System U HOOD 2 Ignition Relay AIR Pump COOLING FANS Cooling Fans Battery ...

Page 357: ...Post Converter Replacement Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Back Up 921 Front Parking Turn Signal 3357NAK or 3457NAK Headlamp High Beam 9005 Headlamp Low Beam 9006 Tail Stop Turn Signal 3057 For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer Capacities and Specifications Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information Automatic Transaxle Pan Removal and Replacement 7 4 qua...

Page 358: ...ations 3400 LA1 V6 Engine Type V6 VIN Code E Displacement 204 CID Firing Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 3800 L36 V6 Engine Type V6 VIN Code K Displacement 231 CID Firing Order 1 6 5 4 3 2 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work you ll need the proper service manual See Doing Your Own Service Work in the Index for additional information It is recommended that service work on your a...

Page 359: ...nger Compartment Air Filter All Engines GM Part No 10406026 Engine Oil Filter All Engines PF47 Spark Plugs 3400 Code E V6 41 940 Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 3800 Code K V6 41 921 Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Windshield Wiper Blades Length 22 0 inches 56 0 cm Type Shepherd s Hook AC DelcoR part number ...

Page 360: ...e services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 16 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 20 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 22 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 23 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 361: ...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 362: ... 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 363: ...ns on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your 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 servic...

Page 364: ...he U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or 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 Whenever t...

Page 365: ...en diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL message will come on Change your oil as soon as possible within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a...

Page 366: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7 ...

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Page 368: ...u are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote ACTUAL S...

Page 369: ...ns the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See fo...

Page 370: ...proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi ...

Page 371: ...compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVIC...

Page 372: ...you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote See footnote ACTUAL...

Page 373: ...ns the filter may require replacement more often 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 See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See f...

Page 374: ...ler towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Inde...

Page 375: ...l and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine 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 Windshiel...

Page 376: ...horn chirps and the latch releases Follow the disabling procedure See Trunk Release Sensor in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them 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 Automatic T...

Page 377: ...in any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle 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 below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in the ...

Page 378: ...e 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 transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only D To c...

Page 379: ...nd Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhau...

Page 380: ...ar Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspe...

Page 381: ...ke Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Automatic Transaxle DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 1...

Page 382: ...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 383: ...7 24 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 384: ...7 25 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 385: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 386: ... 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 8 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 10 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 ...

Page 387: ...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 388: ... is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you should file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have Cana...

Page 389: ...eech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing 1 800 833 CHEV 2438 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Chevrolet the letter s...

Page 390: ...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 mobility equipment installe...

Page 391: ...dside assistance with minor mechanical problems If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however some services may incur costs Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer Basic Care and Courtesy Care Roadside Basic Care provides D Toll free number 1 800 CHEV USA 2...

Page 392: ... of 2002 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks Please see your selling dealer for details Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 2002 and newer Chevrolet vehicles for a period of 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first All Courtesy Care services must be pre arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management Basic Care and Courtesy ...

Page 393: ... proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs...

Page 394: ... fuel expenses up to 10 per day five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained at actual cost up to a maximum of 30 00 pe...

Page 395: ...ribed herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA ...

Page 396: ...ntario K1A 0N5 REPORTINGSAFETYDEFECTSTO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll 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 M...

Page 397: ...nd intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM v...

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