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Your Driving, the Road, and
Your Vehicle

Defensive Driving

The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive
defensively.

Please start with a very important safety device in your
vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for
Everyone on page 1-10.

Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”
On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means
“always expect the unexpected.”

Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going
to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what
they might do. Be ready for their mistakes.

Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of
accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following
distance. It is 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, reading, or reaching for something on
the floor — makes proper defensive driving more difficult
and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury.
Ask a passenger to help do things like this, or pull off the
road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple
defensive driving techniques could save your life.

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Summary of Contents for 2005 Aveo

Page 1: ...formation Center SIC 3 26 Audio System s 3 35 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 35 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 41 Bulb Replacement 5 41 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 47 Tires 5 48 Appearance Care 5 70 Vehicle Identification 5 78 Electrical System 5 79 Capacities and Spec...

Page 2: ... is sold leave this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If this is done it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle Picture...

Page 3: ...ION 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 do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen iii ...

Page 4: ...o warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the f...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ... Older Children 1 28 Infants and Young Children 1 30 Child Restraint Systems 1 34 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Top Strap 1 38 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 39 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 40 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Positio...

Page 8: ...nt could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...e seat cushion Turn the knob forward to raise the height of the seat cushion and rearward to lower it Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback pull up the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked 1 3 ...

Page 10: ...b because it will not 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 not 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 11: ...e button and press down on the head restraint in order to adjust the position downward To remove the head restraint pull the head restraint all the way up Then push in the release button and lift the head restraint from the guide sleeve Replace the head restraint and reset it in the original position before driving Your vehicle may have adjustable rear seat head restraints Push in the release butt...

Page 12: ...y 2 Pull up the release knob located on top of the rear seatback 3 Fold the rear seatback forward and down 4 Move the safety belts out of the space between the seatback and the seat cushion so they are not in the way as the seat is being folded CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rear...

Page 13: ...he safety belts are not twisted or caught under the seatback 2 Push down firmly on the top of the seatback until it latches securely in the fully upright position Rear Seat Operation Hatchback Folding the Seatback The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space To fold down the seatback do the following 1 If your vehicle has adjustable head restraints push the head restraints down al...

Page 14: ... the seat cushion to unlock the rear seat cushion 6 Lift and fold up the seat 7 Clip the hook to the head restraint of the front seat to keep the rear seat secure 8 Store the rear safety belts and buckles in the storage area under the floor mat 1 8 ...

Page 15: ...re properly routed and attached and are not twisted To return the seatback to the upright position do the following 1 Remove the safety belts and buckles from the storage area 2 Unclip the hook from the head restraint of the front seat 3 Push the rear seat cushion downward to its original position until it latches securely 4 Lift up the seatback and push it to its original position Ensure that the...

Page 16: ...you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts...

Page 17: ...crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot 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 sea...

Page 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...pside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system eve...

Page 21: ... to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 28 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 30 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to ...

Page 22: ...s you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 27 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as ...

Page 23: ...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 across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 17 ...

Page 24: ...oo loose It will not 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 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...an 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 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...eriously 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 are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 20 ...

Page 27: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not 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 1 21 ...

Page 28: ...lt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move the shoulder belt height adjuster down press the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position After you move the height adjuster to where you wa...

Page 29: ...r pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 15 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Ac...

Page 30: ...hen pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Be sure you are using the correct buckle and that the latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safe...

Page 31: ...pelvic bones And you would 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 across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the bel...

Page 32: ...he center rear safety belt 1 Pull the center rear safety belt from the retractor 2 Push the latch plate at the end of the safety belt strap into the buckle with the black release button until the mechanism clicks Make sure the strap is not twisted The sliding latch plate will face the front of the vehicle 3 Pick up the sliding latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The ...

Page 33: ...ch the front of the vehicle hits something Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 55 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will o...

Page 34: ...er 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 buc...

Page 35: ...der belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the 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 ...

Page 36: ...child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young 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 whil...

Page 37: ...oes not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it 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 1 31 ...

Page 38: ...stem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner 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 wheth...

Page 39: ...ak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chil...

Page 40: ... 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 1 34 ...

Page 41: ...ces 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 1 35 ...

Page 42: ...ch 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 it will have a ...

Page 43: ...ng child restraint in a rear seat If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat There are a couple of things you need to know about using child restraints in your rear seat If you use a child restraint in the center rear seating position the safe...

Page 44: ...nd follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored do not 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 h...

Page 45: ... during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Top strap anchors are alr...

Page 46: ...anchors Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system You will find anchors for the rear outside seating positions There is not room for three child restraints in the rear seat but you can install two child restraints one in each rear outside seat position If you need to install two child restraints in the rear seat see Where to Put the Restraint on p...

Page 47: ...A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage C Top Tether A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that system 1 41 ...

Page 48: ...unzip the seat cover below the labels to access each lower anchor CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secu...

Page 49: ...e it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 40 See Top Strap on page 1 38 if the child res...

Page 50: ... the buckle This means you are using the correct buckle Also make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 44 ...

Page 51: ...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 larger child pa...

Page 52: ...a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint If you need to secure a forward facing child restrain...

Page 53: ...or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle 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 1 47 ...

Page 54: ...hicle has airbags one airbag for the driver and another airbag for the right front passenger Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating airbag But these airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system CAUTION You can be severely injured or kill...

Page 55: ...gs The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags 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 airbag system is designed for them...

Page 56: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 50 ...

Page 57: ...e occupants Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling It depends largely on what you hit the direction of the impact and how quickly your vehicle slows down If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph 14 to 23 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicl...

Page 58: ...ering wheel or the instrument panel Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But airbags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those airbags A...

Page 59: ...will need some new parts for your airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Veh...

Page 60: ...he airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Restraint System Check 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 l...

Page 61: ... necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If the frontal air bags inflate you will also need to replace the driver s and right front passenger s safety belt pretentioners and safety belt Be sure to do so Then the new pretensioner and safety belt will be there to help protect you in a collision After a crash you may need to replace the driver and ri...

Page 62: ... NOTES 1 56 ...

Page 63: ... In 2 17 Ignition Positions 2 18 Starting Your Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater 2 20 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 21 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 25 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 27 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 29 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transaxle 2 30 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 30 Engine Exhaust 2 31 Running Your Engine While You Are Pa...

Page 64: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 65: ...de easily using the tag Your vehicle may have an electronic immobilizer designed to protect your car against theft If so only keys with the correct electronic code can be used to start the vehicle See Immobilizer Operation on page 2 16 for additional information Even if a key has the same profile it will not start the engine if the electronic code is incorrect If you need a new key contact your de...

Page 66: ... 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 transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the dista...

Page 67: ...rrent system is deactivated The LED light on the transmitter will flash when the buttons on the transmitter are pressed The lock and unlock buttons will not operate and the theft deterrent system will not activate while the key is in the ignition Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a tra...

Page 68: ...e surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Remove the screw from the back of the cover and open the cover of the transmitter 2 Pull the transmitter out of the cover and carefully detach the sticker from the unit Keep the sticker clean 3 Remove the battery and replace it with the new one Make sure the positive side of the ...

Page 69: ...er See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 To manually unlock the doors from the outside insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle To manually lock the doors from the outside insert the key and turn it toward the rear of the vehicle All doors except for the driver s door can be locked from the outside by pushing down the manual door lock and then closing the door The...

Page 70: ...or 3 Do the same thing to the other rear door lock Notice Pulling the inside door handle while the rear door security locks are engaged could damage your vehicle Do not pull the inside door handle while the rear door security locks are engaged The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside while this feature is in use Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On 1 Unlock the d...

Page 71: ...angerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot 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 Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooli...

Page 72: ...lease Handle Notice Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located on the underside of the trunk lid This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle down to open...

Page 73: ...ntrol System on page 3 14 If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 31 To open the liftgate on your hatchback from outside of the vehicle insert the key into the lock cylinder and turn it counterclockwise if it is locked Then push the button under the handle above the license plate and pull up the handle to open the liftgate You can...

Page 74: ... overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each window The rear windows do not open fully 2 12 ...

Page 75: ... The window lockout is located with the driver s power window switches Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still operate all the windows with the lockout on Press the lockout button again to return to normal window operation Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also remove them from the center...

Page 76: ...ws the hood and the trunk or liftgate Ensure that the windows are closed as the system can be armed even if the windows are open 2 Turn the key to LOCK and remove the key from the ignition If the key is inserted in the ignition the transmitter will not arm the theft deterrent system 3 Lock the doors by pressing the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter The LED light on the transmitte...

Page 77: ...d within 30 seconds after disarming the system using the transmitter all of the doors will automatically lock and the theft deterrent mode will rearm How the System Alarm is Activated If a door or the trunk or liftgate is opened without using the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter the horn will sound and the lamps will flash for up to 30 seconds How to Turn Off the System Alarm If the sys...

Page 78: ...special key that works with the theft deterrent system There is a transponder in the key head that is electronically coded The correct key will start the vehicle An invalid key immobilizes the engine The immobilizer system isolates the power supply to the ignition system the fuel pump and the fuel injectors The engine immobilizer is activated after the key is turned to LOCK and removed from the ig...

Page 79: ...y and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the theft deterrent system at this time In an emergency contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do n...

Page 80: ...on locks your steering wheel ignition shift lever and transaxle This is the only position in which you can insert or remove the key For easier key operation when unlocking the steering wheel move the steering wheel from right to left and turn the key to ACC ACC Accessory This position operates some of your electrical accessories such as the radio but not the climate control system ON This is the p...

Page 81: ...onds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it does not start wait about 15 seconds and try again to start the engine by turning the ignition to START Wait about 15 seconds between each try When your engine has run about 10 seconds to warm up your vehicle is ready to be driven Do not run your engine at high speed when it is cold If the weather is below f...

Page 82: ...ing the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not 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...

Page 83: ... It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily CAUTION It is 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 Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others ...

Page 84: ...arranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 28 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart while you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towe...

Page 85: ...IVE D4 as much as possible Do not shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough N...

Page 86: ...de and return to normal automatic transaxle operation While on the HOLD indicator light on the secondary information center will light up See Hold Mode Light on page 3 30 When hold mode is activated the transaxle is fixed in the gear selected Hold Mode Features Winter Function Select hold mode while in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D4 to help the vehicle maintain traction on slippery road surfaces such as s...

Page 87: ...or pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine...

Page 88: ...r when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Don t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located between the bucket seats 2 26 ...

Page 89: ...ed and the brake warning light is off before driving Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle 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 will not move even when you are ...

Page 90: ...ever away from PARK P If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transaxle If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To preven...

Page 91: ...tion off and remove the key 3 Remove the cover over the shift lock release slot by prying it off using a small flat object like a screwdriver The shift lock release slot is located at the top of the shift lever 4 Insert the key into the shift lock release slot and press and hold the key 5 Shift to NEUTRAL N 6 Remove the key from the shift lock release slot insert the key into the ignition and star...

Page 92: ...hen parking on level ground place the shift lever into NEUTRAL When parking downhill place the shift lever in REVERSE R When parking uphill place the shift lever in FIRST 1 3 After shifting turn the ignition to LOCK remove the key and release the clutch Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers lea...

Page 93: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Page 94: ...ning Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 23 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 Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured...

Page 95: ...mirror so that the glare of headlamps from behind is reduced Push the control for daytime use pull it for night use Outside Manual Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors should be adjusted so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the outside manual mirrors using the control lever located next to the mirror The outside rearview ...

Page 96: ...r 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 over your shoulder before changing lanes The passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver s seat It also makes things like...

Page 97: ...g the bottom of the handle upward Cupholder s The two cupholders are located in the center instrument panel below the climate control system To use the cupholder push in on its outer edge Then pull out the cupholder After use push in the cupholder until it latches There is also a cupholder located in the rear part of the center console behind the parking brake 2 35 ...

Page 98: ...ened all of the way You must manually open and close the sunroof cover To open the sunroof to the vent position open the sunroof cover Then press and hold UP To return the sunroof to its original position press DOWN and hold it until the sunroof reaches the desired position To fully open the sunroof open the sunroof cover Then press and hold DOWN To close the sunroof press UP and hold it until the...

Page 99: ...let Adjustment 3 17 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 18 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 19 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 20 Speedometer and Odometer 3 21 Trip Odometer 3 21 Tachometer 3 21 Safety Belt Reminder Tone 3 21 Brake System Warning Light 3 22 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 23 Highbeam On Light 3 24 Fuel Gage 3 24 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 25 Secondary Information Center SIC 3 26 Cl...

Page 100: ...ystem s 3 35 AM FM Radio 3 35 Radio with CD Base Level 3 37 Radio with CD MP3 3 41 Radio Reception 3 47 Care of Your CDs 3 47 Care of Your CD Player 3 47 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 47 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

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Page 102: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 103: ... Cigarette Lighter See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 3 13 L Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 14 M Glove Box See Glove Box on page 2 35 Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off The hazard warning flasher button is located near t...

Page 104: ...e steering wheel hold the wheel and push the lever down Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and pull the lever up to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 7 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on p...

Page 105: ...d other drivers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and then check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 80 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal multifunction lever away from you When...

Page 106: ...ve the lever toward INT for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshield wipers start then let go The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band toward INT longer Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are...

Page 107: ...dow washer wiper Operate the rear window washer wiper system by pushing the windshield washer wiper lever away from you The wiper operates intermittently when the lever is in the first position Washer fluid sprays onto the rear window and the wiper operates continuously when the lever is pushed to the second position Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the ext...

Page 108: ...nd before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamp band is in OFF or in the parking lamp position The parking brake is released An indicator light on the secondary information center will come on when the DRL syst...

Page 109: ... secondary information center will come on when the fog lamps are on See Fog Lamp Light on page 3 34 Turn the band to OFF to turn the fog lamps off The fog lamps will also turn off when the high beam headlamps are turned on When the high beam headlamps are turned off the fog lamps will turn on again Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights The...

Page 110: ...g brake on the center console To use the outlet remove the protective cap When not in use always cover the outlet with the protective cap The accessory power outlet is operational when the ignition is turned to ACC or ON Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds t...

Page 111: ...he lower part of the center instrument panel To remove the front ashtray for cleaning open the ashtray fully press in the retaining tab and pull the bin out Notice If you put papers or other flammable items in the ashtray hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle Never put flammable items in the ashtray The cigarette lighter is located to the righ...

Page 112: ...t be on in order for the air conditioning compressor to run To change the current mode select one of the following from the right knob Y Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs about half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets Some o...

Page 113: ...ir conditioning follow these steps to use the system Start the engine and set the fan control knob to the desired speed The air conditioning compressor does not operate when the fan control knob is in the off position Press the A C button to turn the air conditioning compressor on and off When the A C button is pressed an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that air conditio...

Page 114: ...re defrosting Select one of these available modes from the right knob 0 Defog This mode directs most of the air to the windshield and the floor outlets A small amount of air is also directed to the outboard outlets for the side windows To help clear the side windows quickly do the following 1 Select the bi level mode 2 Select the highest fan speed 3 Select A C 4 Select the temperature 1 Defrost Th...

Page 115: ...is pressed The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning the engine off Notice Don t use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Use the knob...

Page 116: ... be changed periodically To change the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Open the glove box halfway down 2 Grip the glove box by both the upper and lower sides and pull it out of its housing 3 Remove the filter cover by pressing in on the bottom retaining tab and pulling the cover down 4 Remove the old passenger compartment air filter 5 Then reverse the steps to install th...

Page 117: ...pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warni...

Page 118: ...e is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle s instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages United States shown Canada similar 3 20 ...

Page 119: ...ht area of the speedometer By pressing the reset button you can tell how many miles or kilometers have been recorded on either Trip A or Trip B since you last set the trip odometer back to zero To reset each trip odometer to zero press and hold the reset button The reset button resets only the trip odometer that is being displayed Each trip odometer must be reset individually Tachometer The tachom...

Page 120: ... set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not fully release If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes 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 stil...

Page 121: ...erature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 24 United States Canada 3 23 ...

Page 122: ...ional information Fuel Gage Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is turned to ON When the tank nears empty the low fuel warning light will come on You still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3 25 for more information United States Canada 3 24 ...

Page 123: ...f full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The indicator moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Warning Light This light comes on when the vehicle is low on fuel The low fuel warning light comes on when there is approximately 1 7 gallons 6 0 liters of fuel remaining ...

Page 124: ...s some of the warning lights and indicators The SIC is located in the center of the instrument panel above the center air outlets The digital clock is also located in the center of the SIC See Clock on page 3 27 and Instrument Panel Overview on page 3 4 for more information 3 26 ...

Page 125: ...r press the H button once To go forward more than one hour press and hold the button until the correct hour is reached M Minute To go forward one minute press the M button once To go forward more than one minute press and hold the button until the correct minute is reached After disconnecting the battery or replacing the fuse reset the clock Safety Belt Reminder Light The safety belt light will co...

Page 126: ...y If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on or flashes when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away by your GM dealer CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or t...

Page 127: ...gnition is turned to ON and may stay on for several seconds That is normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to LOCK Or if the light comes on stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you are driving your vehicle needs service See your GM dealer If the regular brake system warning lig...

Page 128: ...nctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system 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 awhile your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engin...

Page 129: ... 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 see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You also may be able to correct the emission system ...

Page 130: ...sions 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 prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the Check Engine li...

Page 131: ...out when you turn the ignition on If it does not come on with the ignition on you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you are idling at a stop sign the light may blink on and then off If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catche...

Page 132: ...me on when the Daytime Running Lamps DRL are on A flashing DRL light indicates a possible burned out headlamp or that the vehicle may need service to repair a defective DRL relay See your GM dealer See Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 3 10 for more information Door Ajar Light When the ignition is on this light will stay on until all doors are closed and completely latched If the key is in the ign...

Page 133: ...ded sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly Figure out which audio system is in your vehicle find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls AM FM Radio Playing the Radio O Power Press t...

Page 134: ...rogrammed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons for longer than two seconds Ch will appear on the display when the station has been set Whenever that numbered pushbutton is pressed the station that was set will return 5 Repeat the ...

Page 135: ... the fade between the front and the rear speakers The display will show the fade level Radio with CD Base Level Playing the Radio ON OFF Press this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM The display will show the selection TUN Tune Turn this knob to select radio sta...

Page 136: ...re Setting the Tone Bass Treble SOUND Bass Treble Press this button until BAS appears on the display Then turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the bass The display will show the bass level When finished making the selection press this button to select the bass level Press this button until TRE appears on the display Turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the treble The display ...

Page 137: ...on the display If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound ...

Page 138: ...is button while a CD is playing to pause the CD Track and the track number will flash on the display Press this button again to start playing the CD X Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When t...

Page 139: ...on Push this knob again to stop scanning The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six n...

Page 140: ... until EQ OFF appears on the display to select customized equalization settings designed for classic pop rock jazz and voice Turn the volume knob until the desired equalization setting appears on the display When finished making the selection press the SOUND button to select the equalization setting To cancel an equalization setting press the SOUND button until EQ OFF appears on the display turn t...

Page 141: ...hese problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 2 RPT Repeat Press this pushbutton to repeat the current track RPT will appear on the display Press this pushbutton again to turn off repeat play 3 INT Scan Press this button to listen to the first few seconds of each...

Page 142: ...umber of files folders playlists or sessions If you wish to play large numbers of files folders playlists or sessions minimize the length of the file folder or playlist name You can also play an MP3 CD that was recorded using no file folders The system can support up to 11 folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down the complexity and confusion in tryin...

Page 143: ...layed play will continue from files according to their numerical listing After playing the last track from the last folder play will begin again at the first track of the first folder or root directory File System and Naming The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio will display the file...

Page 144: ...earlier for more information 5 DN Down Press this pushbutton to go to the previous directory 6 UP Press this pushbutton to go to the next directory TRACK Previous Next File Turn this knob one notch to go to the first track in the previous or to go to the next folder The player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD with each turn of the knob DIR Directory Press and release this bu...

Page 145: ... the sound to come and go Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a CD is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling CDs Pick up CDs by grasping th...

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Page 147: ... 12 Driving at Night 4 14 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 15 City Driving 4 18 Freeway Driving 4 19 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 20 Highway Hypnosis 4 21 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Winter Driving 4 23 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 28 Loading Your Vehicle 4 29 Towing 4 35 Towing Your Vehicle 4 35 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 35 Towing a ...

Page 148: ...ions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It is 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...

Page 149: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Page 150: ...er relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal limit at 0 08 percent In some other countries the limit is even lower For example it is 0 05 percent in bot...

Page 151: ...t alcohol 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 attentivene...

Page 152: ...hicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distan...

Page 153: ...the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer 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 speed and controls b...

Page 154: ...ong thing to do Your wheels can stop rolling Once they do the vehicle cannot respond to your steering Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling That could be off the road into the very thing you were trying to avoid or into traffic If you do not have anti lock brakes use a squeeze braking technique This will give you maximum braking while maintainin...

Page 155: ...eering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have four wheel anti lock brakes adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places You can lose control The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate Those two control systems steering and acceleration can overwhelm those places where the tires meet the road...

Page 156: ...t unless you have anti lock not enough to lock your wheels See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can...

Page 157: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Loo...

Page 158: ...er your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you ...

Page 159: ...d when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine bra...

Page 160: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your ...

Page 161: ...eatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in...

Page 162: ...rough large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you cannot try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a...

Page 163: ...r that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a sma...

Page 164: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 19 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 to move ...

Page 165: ...nce there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you 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...

Page 166: ... than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh such as after a day s work do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs ...

Page 167: ...d with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure you...

Page 168: ...d also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even...

Page 169: ...ane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or wi...

Page 170: ...include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You will have a lot less tr...

Page 171: ...ery road Whether you have ABS or not you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement Without ABS if you feel your vehicle begin to slide let up on the brakes a little Push the brake pedal down steadily to get the most traction you can Remember unless you have ABS if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling you will just slide Brake so your wheels always keep rolling an...

Page 172: ...n help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you do not have blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to kee...

Page 173: ...long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close th...

Page 174: ...too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 28 For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 61 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and...

Page 175: ...ry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of...

Page 176: ...eight Rating GVWR and the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for the front and rear axle see Certification Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label United States version locate the Vehicle Capacity Weight A If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label Canadian version locate the Maximum Load amount 2 ...

Page 177: ...ilable cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight or Maximum Load for Example 1 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Avail...

Page 178: ...ht or Maximum Load for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight or ma...

Page 179: ...ls you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle Label Example United States Version Label Example Canadian Version 4 33 ...

Page 180: ...our warranty Do not overload your vehicle If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything 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 will keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of your vehi...

Page 181: ...re are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equi...

Page 182: ... using a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Turn the ignition to ACC 3 Put the vehicle in NEUTRAL N 4 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 5 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position 6 Release the parking brake Towing a Trailer Do not use your vehicle to tow a trailer The vehicle is not designed or intended for such a use Towing a trailer can adversel...

Page 183: ...Pressure Cap 5 24 Engine Overheating 5 24 Cooling System 5 26 Power Steering Fluid 5 31 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 32 Brakes 5 33 Battery 5 36 Jump Starting 5 36 Headlamp Aiming 5 41 Bulb Replacement 5 41 Halogen Bulbs 5 41 Headlamps 5 42 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 43 Turn Signal Lamps Side 5 44 Fog Lamps 5 44 Sidemarker Lamps Front 5 45 Sidemarker Lamps Rear 5 46 Taillamps Turn Signal S...

Page 184: ...leaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 74 Finish Care 5 74 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 75 Aluminum Wheels 5 75 Tires 5 76 Sheet Metal Damage 5 76 Finish Damage 5 76 Underbody Maintenance 5 77 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 77 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 77 Vehicle Identification 5 78 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 78 Service Parts Identification Label 5 79 Electrical System 5 79 Add On Electric...

Page 185: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Page 186: ...ce Record on page 6 26 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confu...

Page 187: ... World Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at www autoalliance org fuel_charter htm Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards it is designed to operate on fuels that meet ...

Page 188: ...tice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl ...

Page 189: ... refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel To open the fuel filler door pull up on the release lever located on the floor on the outboard side o...

Page 190: ...ore likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 74 When replacing the fuel cap turn it to the...

Page 191: ...amp on page 3 30 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a ve...

Page 192: ...uids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and li...

Page 193: ...osing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the inner fender and return the prop to its retainer Lower the hood 12 inches 30 cm above the vehicle and release it to latch fully Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary 5 11 ...

Page 194: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood here is what you will see Automatic shown Manual similar 5 12 ...

Page 195: ...page 5 32 Engine Oil If the oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see Oil Pressure Light on page 3 33 You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the ...

Page 196: ... the oil level gets above the upper hole A that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range between the holes on the dipstick Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil t...

Page 197: ...Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area of extreme cold where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C it is rec...

Page 198: ...m or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand clean...

Page 199: ...ilter Inspect the engine air cleaner filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km and replace every 30 000 miles 50 000 km If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the engine air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter r...

Page 200: ...ause 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 are driving Automatic Transaxle Fluid When to Check Check your automatic transaxle fluid level at least twice a year Add fluid if needed See At Least Twice a Year on page 6 18 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to h...

Page 201: ...n PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The automatic transaxle dipstick is located toward the front of the engine compartment near the power steering fluid ...

Page 202: ...g fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check earlier in this section 4 When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way Manual Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to the dealership service department and have it repaired as s...

Page 203: ...ide of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 24 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and proper coolant will Give freezing protection down to 22 F 30 C Give boiling prot...

Page 204: ... coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not 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 the proper coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your wa...

Page 205: ...re cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be between the MAX A and MIN B marks on the coolant surge tank The level rises at engine operation temperatur...

Page 206: ...ghtly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3 23 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay awa...

Page 207: ...ine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the war...

Page 208: ...ools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface Make sure that the air conditioning is turned off The coolant level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the coolant surge tank when the engine is cool If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap...

Page 209: ...ice Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged If you have not found a problem yet check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If coolant is vis...

Page 210: ... turn the pressure cap CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could cat...

Page 211: ...e coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and rem...

Page 212: ...AX mark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the MAX mark add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches ...

Page 213: ...you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down The level should be between the MIN B and MAX A marks on the reservoir If the level drops below the MIN B mark add power steering fluid What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see...

Page 214: ...n page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not 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 does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when...

Page 215: ...e a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will 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 C...

Page 216: ...ust a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care o...

Page 217: ...s inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brake pads replaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection on page 6 23 Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal...

Page 218: ...hicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after...

Page 219: ...gh so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic...

Page 220: ...erhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water ...

Page 221: ... this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote...

Page 222: ... in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or...

Page 223: ... in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam headlamps may be necessary if it is difficult to see the lane markers for horizontal aim or if oncoming drivers flash their high beam headlamps at you for vertical aim If you believe your headlamps need to be re aimed we recommend that you take your vehicle to your dealer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper typ...

Page 224: ...move the five screws from top of the radiator grille 3 Remove the radiator grille 4 Remove the three bolts from the headlamp assembly 5 Remove the headlamp assembly 6 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb 7 Remove the headlamp cap 8 Release the spring that retains the bulb by loosing the screw 5 42 ...

Page 225: ...s 2 through 5 under Headlamps on page 5 42 for instructions on how to remove the headlamp assembly 2 Turn the front turn signal bulb socket counterclockwise 3 Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the lamp housing 4 Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb socket 5 Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in and turning it clockwise 6 Install...

Page 226: ...urn the bulb socket counterclockwise 4 Remove the bulb from the lamp housing by pulling the bulb straight out of the socket 5 Install the new bulb into the bulb socket by pushing it in and rotating the bulb socket clockwise 6 Push the side turn signal lamp assembly back into its original position Fog Lamps To replace a fog lamp bulb do the following 1 Locate the fog lamp bulb socket by reaching un...

Page 227: ...the headlamp assembly See Steps 2 through 5 under Hood Release on page 5 10 to access the front sidemarker lamps 2 Turn the front sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise 3 Pull the front sidemarker bulb socket out of the front bumper 4 Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket 5 Install the new bulb by pressing it straight into the bulb socket 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to install the b...

Page 228: ... straight out of the socket 5 Install the new bulb by pressing it straight into the socket 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps To replace a taillamp stoplamp or back up bulb do the following 1 Open the trunk or liftgate See Trunk Sedan on page 2 9 or Liftgate Hatchback on page 2 11 for more information 2 Remove the two screws and the lamp asse...

Page 229: ...ront Parking Turn Signal 94535574 Sidemarker Front and Rear 94535587 Side Turn Signal 94535587 Stoplamp Taillamps 94535574 Turn Signal Lamps 94535572 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check under Part B Owner Checks and Services on page 6...

Page 230: ...erloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 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 See I...

Page 231: ...rs following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread E Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturer...

Page 232: ...the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 70 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be infl...

Page 233: ... type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and the speed rating of a tire The load range represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to...

Page 234: ...dards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see L...

Page 235: ...90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tir...

Page 236: ...ar wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air over inflation you can get the following Unusual wear Poor handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door latch This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures ...

Page 237: ...e firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pres...

Page 238: ... 29 for an example of the tire and loading information label and where it is located on your vehicle Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 85 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...

Page 239: ...tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location o...

Page 240: ...mpact Spare Tire on page 5 70 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum selec...

Page 241: ...arked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned 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 t...

Page 242: ...ould be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace 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 wh...

Page 243: ... front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to ...

Page 244: ...ng else you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warnin...

Page 245: ...ll not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle When you have a flat tire use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks The following information will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire 5 63 ...

Page 246: ... the trunk A Jack B Wheel Wrench C Jack Handle D Screwdriver 1 Open the trunk or liftgate See Trunk Sedan on page 2 9 or Liftgate Hatchback on page 2 11 for more information 2 Lift the trim cover 3 Remove the foam tray 4 Remove the jack the jack handle and the wheel wrench from the foam tray 5 64 ...

Page 247: ...Installing the Spare Tire 1 If your vehicle has wheel covers loosen the four plastic caps by hand or by using the wheel wrench The plastic nuts do not come off of the cover 2 Remove the wheel cover using the flat end of the jack handle or the screwdriver Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 5 65 ...

Page 248: ...arest the flat tire 6 Put the compact spare tire near you 7 Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Hatchback shown Sedan similar 5 66 ...

Page 249: ...h the wheel well 9 Remove all of the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise 10 Remove the flat tire CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the 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 the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you ...

Page 250: ...uts can cause the wheel to come 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 the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 85 for wheel nut torque specifica...

Page 251: ... 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 To store a flat or compact spare tire and tools do the following 1 Store the flat tire or the compact spare in the compact spare tire compartment 2 Secure the retainer 3 Store the tools securely in the ...

Page 252: ...t can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Do not use your compact spare on other vehicles And do not mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Notice Tire chains will not fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Do not use tire chains on you...

Page 253: ...e a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn To avoid forming a ring on the fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Most stains can be removed with club soda water To clean use the following instructions 1 For liquids blot with a clean soft white cloth For solids remove as much as possible and then va...

Page 254: ...Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup black coffee egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed using the club soda water instructions given earlier in this section If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water and baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water Let dry Sta...

Page 255: ...on your vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Glass should be cleaned often Your GM dealer can provide an approved cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 77 Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely ...

Page 256: ...soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 74 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of the vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 77 Notice Machine compounding or...

Page 257: ...the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Aluminum Wheels Notice If you use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome plated wheels you could damage the surface of the wheel s The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use only GM approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep th...

Page 258: ...ur vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replace...

Page 259: ...hy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on pu...

Page 260: ...orless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The ...

Page 261: ...Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 54 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses one for each headlamp in the fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an...

Page 262: ...of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block There is a fuse puller located on the engine compartment fuse block It can be used to easily remove fuses from the fuse block In...

Page 263: ...ZRD Instrument Panel Cluster Hazard Flasher CLSTR CLK Instrument Panel Cluster Clock DR LCK Door Lock Remote Keyless Entry BCK UP Back Up Lamp ECM TCM Engine Control Module Transmission Control Module ECM TCM Engine Control Module Transmission Control Module WPR WSWA Wiper Washer DIS INJECTOR Direct Ignition System Injector 5 81 ...

Page 264: ...LANK Not Used CLK RADIO Clock Audio Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location To access the fuses pull out the top and bottom flaps to release the cover To reinstall the cover push the cover until it is secure 5 82 ...

Page 265: ... Passenger s Side Headlamp High DIODE FOG Fog Lamp Diode HI BEAM LT Driver s Side Headlamp High Fuses Usage BLANK Not Used LOW BEAM RT Passenger s Side Headlamp Low ILLUM RT Parking Lamp Right Side Illumination Circuit 5 83 ...

Page 266: ... Air Conditioning Blower ABS Anti lock Brake System I P FUSE BATT Instrument Panel Fuse Box COOL FAN Radiator Fan IGN 2 Ignition 2 BLANK Blank Fuses Usage IGN 1 Ignition 1 PWR WNDW Power Windows SPARE Spare Relays Usage BLANK Not Used COOL FAN LOW Cooling Fan Low HEAD LAMPS HI Headlamp High HEAD LAMPS LOW Headlamp Low PWR WNDW Power Window FRT FOG Fog Lamp COOL FN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control FUEL PU...

Page 267: ...oling System 6 3 quarts 6 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 3 96 quarts 3 75 L Fuel Tank 11 9 gallons 45 0 L Transaxle Automatic 6 2 quarts 5 87 L Transaxle Manual 1 9 quarts 1 8 L Wheel Nut Torque 81 lb ft 110 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxl...

Page 268: ...om your dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number A C Filter 96539649 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 96536694 Engine Oil Filter 96395221 Fuel Filter 96537170 Spark Plugs 96130723 NGK IFR6E11 Windshield Wiper Blade Hook Type Driver s Side Passenger s Side Rear 96497155 96619022 96301840 5 86 ...

Page 269: ...ce 6 13 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 At Each Fuel Fill 6 18 At Least Once a Month 6 18 At Least Twice a Year 6 18 At Least Once a Year 6 19 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 22 Exhaust System Inspection 6 22 Fuel System Inspection 6 22 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 23 Throttle System Inspection 6 23 Brake ...

Page 270: ...e necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid le...

Page 271: ...u have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 12 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 ...

Page 272: ...owing and note how you drive If you have questions 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 to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use a...

Page 273: ...ese conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Drive Belt s Inspection Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filte...

Page 274: ...rive Belt s Inspection Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Spark Plug Replacement Cooling System Service EVAP System Service PCV System Service Timing Belt Inspection Brake Clutch Fluid Change or 24 months whichever occurs first Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Spark Plug Wire Replacement Timing Belt Replacement EVAP System Solenoid Valve Filter Replacement Every 90 000...

Page 275: ...n page 5 55 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 12 000 Miles 20 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 55 for proper rotation ...

Page 276: ... Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 55 for proper rotation pattern and additional information S...

Page 277: ...age 5 55 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If ...

Page 278: ...Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 55 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Replace spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Inspect drive belt s Replace timing belt Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be comp...

Page 279: ... drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions inspect filter at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect drive belt s 78 000 Miles 130 000 km Change en...

Page 280: ...cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 21 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect EVAP canister vapor lines and solenoid valve filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect PCV system A...

Page 281: ... be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection on page 6 23 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 55 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil ...

Page 282: ...information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 55 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Inspect drive belt s Inspect timing belt Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 ...

Page 283: ...5 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Inspect drive belt s 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 55 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or ever...

Page 284: ...hever occurs first 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 55 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace ...

Page 285: ...See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect drive belt s Inspect timing belt Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 21 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test...

Page 286: ...t level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 21 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 32 for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure ti...

Page 287: ... leaks A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss Have the system inspected and repaired if needed Automatic Transaxle Check Check the transaxle fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5 18 A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid level in the brake clutch reservoir See Hydraulic Clutch on pa...

Page 288: ...way and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch is not pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before ...

Page 289: ...perty could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly ...

Page 290: ...n 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 exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look...

Page 291: ...amaged 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 Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings fo...

Page 292: ...Canada 993089 and conforming to GM Specification 1825M or recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M See Engine Coolant on page 5 21 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Look for Approved for the H Specif...

Page 293: ...eting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditio...

Page 294: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 26 ...

Page 295: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 27 ...

Page 296: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 28 ...

Page 297: ...gram 7 6 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 12 Section 7 Customer Assistance and...

Page 298: ...ter contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquir...

Page 299: ...le Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Progra...

Page 300: ...ithin www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet 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 C...

Page 301: ... 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Overseas Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Re...

Page 302: ...olled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Call Chevrolet s Roadside Assistance at 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 24 hours a day 365 days a year to speak with a Chevrolet Roadside Assistance representative We will provide the following services during the Bumper to Bumper ...

Page 303: ...ge Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you and your family Remember we are only a phone call away Chevrolet Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 234 8872 text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 Chevrolet reserves the right to limit...

Page 304: ...your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do s...

Page 305: ...al usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle p...

Page 306: ...erformance and may be used to improve crash performance of future vehicles and driving safety Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes these on board systems do not record sounds such as conversation of vehicle occupants To read this information special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data is required GM will not access information about a crash event...

Page 307: ... 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifyi...

Page 308: ...d transfer cases Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1 800 GM DRIVE 1 800 463 ...

Page 309: ...6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to...

Page 310: ... NOTES 7 14 ...

Page 311: ...ake System Warning Light 3 29 Appearance Care 5 70 Aluminum Wheels 5 75 Care of Safety Belts 5 73 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 77 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 74 Appearance Care cont Fabric Carpet 5 71 Finish Care 5 74 Finish Damage 5 76 Glass Surfaces 5 73 Instrument Panel 5 73 Interior Plastic Components 5 73 Sheet Metal Damage 5 76 Tires 5 76 Underbody Maintenance 5 77 Vehicle Care Appearance ...

Page 312: ...mps and Back up Lamps 5 46 Turn Signal Lamps 5 44 Buying New Tires 5 58 C California Fuel 5 5 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 85 Carbon Monoxide 2 9 2 11 2 31 4 23 4 36 Care of Safety Belts 5 73 Your CD Player 3 47 Your CDs 3 47 Center Rear Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 26 Chains Tire 5 61 Charging System Light 3 29 Check Engine Light 3 30 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10...

Page 313: ...ontrol System 3 14 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 3 18 Outlet Adjustment 3 17 Clock 3 27 Clutch Hydraulic 5 20 Compact Spare Tire 5 70 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 23 Heater Engine 2 20 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 24 Cooling System 5 26 Cupholder s 2 35 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 7 4 Cus...

Page 314: ...oads 4 15 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 28 Winter 4 23 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 79 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 82 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 80 Headlamp Wiring 5 79 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 80 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 79 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 79 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 17 Battery 5 36 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 30 Coolant 5 21 Coolan...

Page 315: ...tainer 5 9 Filling Your Tank 5 7 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 6 Gage 3 24 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Light 3 25 System Inspection 6 22 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 82 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 80 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 80 Windshield Wiper 5 79 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 23 Fuel 3 24 Speedometer 3 21 Tachometer 3 21 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Sp...

Page 316: ...0 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 10 Horn 3 6 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Hydraulic Clutch 5 20 I Ignition Positions 2 18 Immobilizer 2 16 Immobilizer Operation 2 16 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 30 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 54 Inspection Brake System 6 23 Engine Cooling System 6 23 Exhaust System 6 22 Fuel System 6 22 Part C Periodic Mainte...

Page 317: ... 3 30 Light cont Low Fuel Warning 3 25 Malfunction Indicator 3 30 Oil Pressure 3 33 Safety Belt Reminder 3 27 Safety Belt Reminder Tone 3 21 Lockout Protection 2 9 Locks Central Door Unlocking System 2 7 Door 2 7 Lockout Protection 2 9 Rear Door Security Locks 2 8 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 6 13 Loss of Control 4 12 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 25 M Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 5 ...

Page 318: ... System Inspection 6 23 Using Your 6 4 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 30 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Transaxle Fluid 5 20 Operation 2 25 Manual Windows 2 12 Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror 2 33 Outside Convex Mirror 2 34 Outside Heated Mirrors 2 34 Mirrors cont Outside Manual Mirrors 2 33 Outside Power Mirror 2 34 MyGMLink com 7 4 N New Vehicle Break In 2 17 Normal M...

Page 319: ... Belts 1 14 R Radios 3 35 AM FM Radio 3 35 Care of Your CD Player 3 47 Care of Your CDs 3 47 Radio with CD 3 37 3 41 Understanding Reception 3 47 Rear Door Security Locks 2 8 Rear Seat Operation 1 6 1 7 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 23 Rearview Mirrors 2 33 Reclining Seatbacks 1 3 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 35 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 5 Remov...

Page 320: ...oulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 22 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Seats Driver Seat Height Adjuster 1 3 Head Restraints 1 5 Manual 1 2 Rear Seat Operation 1 6 1 7 Reclining Seatbacks 1 3 Secondary Information Center SIC 3 26 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 43 Rear Seat Position 1 43 Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Selecting the Right Schedule Maintenance 6 5 Service 5 3 Ad...

Page 321: ...Tilt Wheel 3 6 Tires 5 48 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 5 75 Buying New Tires 5 58 Chains 5 61 Changing a Flat Tire 5 62 Cleaning 5 76 Compact Spare Tire 5 70 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 61 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 54 Inspection and Rotation 5 55 Installing the Spare Tire 5 65 Removing the Flat Tire 5 65 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 64 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 69 Tire Sidewall Labelli...

Page 322: ...ation Number VIN 5 78 Service Parts Identification Label 5 79 Ventilation Adjustment 3 17 Visors 2 13 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 19 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3 5 Other Warning Devices 3 5 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 60 Replacement 5 60 Where to Put the Restraint 1 37 Windows 2 12 Manual 2 12 Power 2 13 Windshield Wiper Blades Cle...

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