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Chevrolet 2008 Optra, Owner'S Manual

The Chevrolet 2008 Optra Owner's Manual is a comprehensive guide for Chevy owners, providing essential information and instructions for maintenance and operation. Available for free download at manualshive.com, this manual is a must-have resource to fully understand and maximize your Optra's features and performance.

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Battery

Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is
time for a new battery, see your dealer/retailer for
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
handling.

Vehicle Storage

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CAUTION:

Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 5-35
for tips on working around a battery without
getting hurt.

Infrequent Usage: If you drive your vehicle infrequently,
remove the black, negative (

−

) cable from the battery.

This will help keep the battery from running down.

Extended Storage: For extended storage of your vehicle,
remove the black, negative (

−

) cable from the battery or

use a battery trickle charger. This will help maintain the
charge of the battery over an extended period of time.

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Summary of Contents for 2008 Optra

Page 1: ...stem s 3 41 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 23 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 4 Fuel 5 6 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 40 Bulb Replacement 5 40 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 48 Tires 5 49 Appearance Care 5 79 Vehicle Identification 5 87 Electrical System 5 88 Capacities and Specifications 5 94 Maintenance Replac...

Page 2: ...hicle may not have all of them For example more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer retailer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 1 800 551 4123 www helmi...

Page 3: ...d the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people We tell you what the hazard is and what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Pleas...

Page 4: ... The notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words There are also warning labels on the vehicle which 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 operat...

Page 5: ...traint Systems 1 33 Where to Put the Restraint 1 36 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 37 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Airbag System 1 51 Where Are the Airbags 1 54 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 56 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 57 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 57 What Will You See After an Ai...

Page 6: ... you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a sliding storage tray under the front seat the manual seat lever looks like this Pull up and hold the lever located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the sea...

Page 7: ...sh a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle does not have a sliding storage tray under the front seat the manual seat bar looks like this 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 i...

Page 8: ... the rear knob to adjust the tilt of the rear portion of the seat cushion Manual Lumbar Your vehicle may have manually operated lumbar support for the driver s seat To adjust the front seat lumbar support use the lever located on the outboard side of the seatback Push the lever down to adjust the support for the lower part of the seatback Pull the lever up to return the support to its original pos...

Page 9: ...e seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked The seats have manual reclining seatbacks The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seats To recline the seatback 1 Lift the recline lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position the...

Page 10: ...clined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job 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 cannot 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 protecti...

Page 11: ... up to raise it To lower the restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and push the restraint down The rear seat head restraints may be adjustable and work the same as the front head restraints The head restraints are removable To remove a restraint press the button located on the top of the seatback and lift the head restraint from the guide sleeve Replace the head restraint b...

Page 12: ...e damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 1 Push the rear head restraints down completely 2 Detach the safety belt in the rear center seat position Press the button in the buckle to release the latch plate from the buckle 3 Press the release button located on top of the rear seatback 4 Fold t...

Page 13: ...erly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 2 Make sure that the safety belts are not twisted or caught under the seatback 3 Re attach the rear center safety belt ...

Page 14: ...s 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 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Your vehicle has indicators as a reminder to buckle your safety belts See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 27 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law re...

Page 15: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 11 ...

Page 16: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 12 ...

Page 17: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 1 13 ...

Page 18: ...elts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in a crash even one that is not your fault you and...

Page 19: ...out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should know Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to th...

Page 20: ...oo loose It will not give 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 snugly against your body 1 16 ...

Page 21: ...otection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs 1 17 ...

Page 22: ...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 on the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 18 ...

Page 23: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 19 ...

Page 24: ...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 The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 20 ...

Page 25: ...ash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 21 ...

Page 26: ...oss 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 retailer to fix it 1 22 ...

Page 27: ...if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If you ever pull the shoulder portion of a passenger belt out all the way you may engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If y...

Page 28: ...ater in this section 6 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close a door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage...

Page 29: ...e the height adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pressing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants Although you cannot see them they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe fron...

Page 30: ...egnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly 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 retailer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid person...

Page 31: ...ses the below fit test Sit all the way back on the seat Do the knees bend at the seat edge If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper safety...

Page 32: ...ere or even fatal internal injuries in a crash According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly CAUTION Never do this Here ...

Page 33: ...d would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child might slide under the lap belt The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The child could also move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest 1 29 ...

Page 34: ...er allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people or can be thrown out of the vehicle In addition young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone they need to use a child restraint CAUTION Peopl...

Page 35: ...s plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 31 ...

Page 36: ...t will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck T...

Page 37: ... belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems A rear facing infant seat A 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 kee...

Page 38: ...straint is not properly secured in the vehicle Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the child restraint must be secured in the vehicle Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle se...

Page 39: ...n a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly sec...

Page 40: ...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 Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airba...

Page 41: ...or use with the LATCH system Make sure that a LATCH compatible child restraint is properly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properl...

Page 42: ...top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restraint may have a single tether A or a dual tether C Either will have a single attachment B t...

Page 43: ...ether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors To assist you in locating the lower anchors each seating position with lower anchors has two labels ne...

Page 44: ...while the top tether anchor is in use Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed For outside seating positions in a wagon model the top tether anchors A are exposed anchors located behind the rear seat on the floor of the rear cargo area B Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the s...

Page 45: ...l be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the Restraint on pa...

Page 46: ...le s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or ot...

Page 47: ...ontact between the child restraint LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anch...

Page 48: ...e to access the anchors For the center position in a wagon model flip the cover on the ceiling to access the anchor 2 4 Raise the headrest or head restraint if the desired seating position has an adjustable headrest or head restraint See Head Restraints on page 1 7 2 5 Route and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you...

Page 49: ...TCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 37 for how to install your child restraint using LATCH If you secure a child restraint using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 37 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law req...

Page 50: ...belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the correct buckle Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt ...

Page 51: ...the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 If your child restraint has a top tether follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 37 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it ...

Page 52: ...airbag deploys CAUTION A child in 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 Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child ...

Page 53: ...lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped the off symbol on the passenger airbag stat...

Page 54: ... portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure If the airbag or airbags are off the off symbol will be lit when the vehicle is started 1 50 ...

Page 55: ...traint If the off symbol is still not lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle and check with your dealer retailer To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way Airbag System Your vehicle has the following airbags A frontal airbag for the driver A frontal airbag for the right front passenger Your vehicle ma...

Page 56: ...of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Frontal airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes Seat mounted side impac...

Page 57: ...or or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted airbags CAUTION 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 Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehic...

Page 58: ...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 54 ...

Page 59: ...e properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat mounted side impact airbag Driver ...

Page 60: ... vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design In addition your vehicle has dual stage frontal ai...

Page 61: ...d hardware are all part of the airbag module Frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel For vehicles with seat mounted side impact airbags there are airbag modules in the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or t...

Page 62: ...r does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fr...

Page 63: ...vent Data Recorders on page 7 16 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag system Improper service can mean that the airbag system will not work properly See your dealer retailer for service Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger s position The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible when you start the vehicle The airbag...

Page 64: ...n the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in 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 Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the ...

Page 65: ...lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1 48 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the off symbol is still not lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not ...

Page 66: ...remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat massagers and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position then sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes This will allow the syst...

Page 67: ...ditional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment other than any that GM has approved for your specific vehicle See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 64 for more informat...

Page 68: ...sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system height front end or side sheet metal they may keep the airbag system from working properly Changing or mo...

Page 69: ...sistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A If you have questions call Customer Assistance The phone nu...

Page 70: ...e safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 27 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 5 81 Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 27 for more information Notice If an airbag covering is da...

Page 71: ...mblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have your safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If your vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash you may need new LATCH system parts New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system if equipped was not being used at the time of the crash If an ...

Page 72: ... NOTES 1 68 ...

Page 73: ...ant Heater 2 21 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 22 Manual Transmission Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission 2 29 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 30 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission 2 31 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 32 Engine Exhaust 2 32 Running the Vehicle While Parked 2 33 Mirrors 2 34 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 34 Outside Manual Mirrors 2 34 Outside...

Page 74: ...ed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children One key is used for the ignition and all locks When a new vehicle is delivered the dealer retailer removes the key tag and gives it to the first owner The tag has a code on it that tells your dealer retailer how to make extra keys For vehicle security keep the key tag in a safe place and also record the k...

Page 75: ...ion is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is norm...

Page 76: ...cally lock and the theft deterrent system will reactivate Q Lock Press Qto lock all of the doors and the liftgate if equipped If all of the doors and the liftgate are closed the hazard lamps will flash once and the horn will sound to indicate that locking has occurred The theft deterrent system will activate and the security light will flash If the driver s door is open while pressing lock all of ...

Page 77: ...e normal operating range If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works change the battery Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery in the RKE transmitter do the following 1 Remove the screw from the back of the cover and open the cover of...

Page 78: ...Continued CAUTION Continued Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening T...

Page 79: ...E transmitter From the inside lock and unlock all of the doors by pushing or pulling the manual door lock The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the optional power door lock switches located on the driver s door Central Door Unlocking System Your vehicle may have a central door unlocking system that is activated from the driver s door From the outside you can lock or unlock all of the door...

Page 80: ...ty locks on each rear door that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1 Move the lever up to lock 2 Close the door 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 loc...

Page 81: ...ck the door from the inside and open the door from the outside 2 Move the lever down to unlock 3 Do the same for the other rear door The rear door locks can now be locked and unlocked normally Lockout Protection This feature helps prevent locking the key in the car The driver s door can only be locked with the door closed From the outside of the vehicle close the driver s door and lock it using th...

Page 82: ... or cooling system to its highest speed and select the control setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System on page 3 19 If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 32 The liftgate can be locked and unlocked from outside of the vehicle by inserting the key into the lock and turning it The Remote Key...

Page 83: ... 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 11 ...

Page 84: ...cle move The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows If your vehicle has this feature the power window switches are located on the dri...

Page 85: ... also include a lockout button 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 lock on Press the lockout button again to return to normal window operation Sun Visors To block out glare you can pull the visors down They can also be removed from the center mount and moved to the side Visor Vanity Mi...

Page 86: ...e closed as the system can be activated even if the windows are open 3 Lock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter The transmitter must be used to activate the theft deterrent system The LED light on the transmitter will flash once All of the doors will lock The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the horn will sound The theft deterrent mode will activate The security light will ...

Page 87: ...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 system alarm is active it can be deactivated using one of the following methods Press the lock or unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter Unlock the driver s or passenger s front door using the key Otherwise the alarm will automatically stop after...

Page 88: ...a passive theft deterrent system The immobilizer system prevents your vehicle from being started by unauthorized persons The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system The security light will come on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system Your vehicle has a special key that works wi...

Page 89: ... made In an emergency contact Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle 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 not drive at an...

Page 90: ...on switch could cause damage or break the key Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand Make sure the key is all the way in If it is turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard If none of this works then your vehicle needs service LOCK OFF This position locks the steering wheel ignition shift lever and transmission This is the only position in which you can in...

Page 91: ... ACC ACCESSORY and ON RUN allow you to operate electrical accessories such as the radio Starting the Engine Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N The engine will not start in any other position that is a safety feature To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the ...

Page 92: ... your engine at high speed when it is cold If the weather is below freezing 32 F or 0 C let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If the engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts bri...

Page 93: ...rong 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 cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it ...

Page 94: ...t movement of the shift lever while the vehicle is moving PARK P This position locks the front wheels It is the best position to use when the 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 runnin...

Page 95: ...ck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 17 NEUTRAL N In this position the 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 towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You c...

Page 96: ...ower 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 Use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 the transmission does not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only ...

Page 97: ...ys When the transmission is in DRIVE D the transmission operates in a gear range of SECOND 2 to THIRD 3 to DRIVE D and tries to maintain DRIVE D for as long as possible When the transmission is in THIRD 3 the transmission operates in a gear range of SECOND 2 to THIRD 3 and tries to maintain THIRD 3 for as long as possible When the transmission is in SECOND 2 the transmission is fixed in that gear ...

Page 98: ...the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator 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...

Page 99: ...o REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped Also use REVERSE R along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle Shift Speeds CAUTION If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Do not shi...

Page 100: ...ng Light on page 3 31 To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released a...

Page 101: ...u If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transmission CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it ...

Page 102: ... you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P An automatic transmission vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK P when the ignition is in LOCK OFF You have to fully apply your regul...

Page 103: ...ave the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Before leaving your vehicle do the following 1 Hold the brake pedal down and firmly apply the parking brake 2 Fully press in the clutch pedal and place the shift lever into the gear position as stated below When parking on level ground place the shift lever into NEUTRAL When parking downhill place the shift lever in R...

Page 104: ...onsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if The exhaust system sounds strange or different Your 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 Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or the exhaust system has been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is comin...

Page 105: ...in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 13 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission 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 inju...

Page 106: ... avoid glare from the lamps behind you Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use Outside Manual Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors should be adjusted so you can see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the outside mirrors with the control levers on the driver and passenger doors The outside rearview mirrors can be folded ...

Page 107: ...le Outside Convex Mirror 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 side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat It als...

Page 108: ...holders push down on the rear seat center armrest to use them Sunglasses Storage Compartment The sunglasses storage compartment is located above the driver s door To open it pull down and hold the upper part of the cover To close the compartment let go of the cover and the compartment will automatically close Front Armrest Storage Area Your vehicle has a front armrest storage area To open the stor...

Page 109: ...ding cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 220 lbs 100 kg or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possible and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Y...

Page 110: ...located on both sides of the tailgate openings To remove the cover release the handle after pulling it toward you The cover will retract automatically Do not place items on top of the cargo cover Hideaway Rear Storage Bins Wagon Only There are various bins under the luggage compartment floor To access the bins pull up on the floor mat handle 2 38 ...

Page 111: ...h and hold it until the sunroof reaches the desired position To fully open the sunroof push the rear part of the switch The sunroof will open automatically until the front or the rear part of the switch is pushed again To close the sunroof push the front part of the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation In both the vent and ...

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Page 113: ...s and Cigarette Lighter 3 17 Clock 3 18 Climate Controls 3 19 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 22 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 23 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 24 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 25 Speedometer and Odometer 3 26 Trip Odometer 3 26 Tachometer 3 26 Safety Belt Reminders 3 27 Airbag Readiness Light 3 27 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 28 Charging System Lig...

Page 114: ...arning Light 3 40 Audio System s 3 41 Radio with CD MP3 WMA 3 42 Radio with Six Disc CD MP3 WMA 3 48 Using an MP3 Radio with CD Player 3 54 Using an MP3 Radio with Six Disc Player 3 58 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 61 Radio Reception 3 62 Care of Your CDs 3 63 Care of the CD Player 3 63 Integrated Windshield Antenna 3 63 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

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Page 116: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 117: ... Brightness on page 3 15 G Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 H Exterior Lamps Control See Exterior Lamps on page 3 13 I Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 61 J Horn See Horn on page 3 6 K Cruise Control Buttons See Cruise Control on page 3 10 L Windshield Wiper Control See Windshield Wipers on page 3 8 M Climate Control System See Climate...

Page 118: ...If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt Wheel Your vehicle has a tilt wheel which lets you adjust the steering wheel before you drive The lever that lets you tilt the steering wheel is located under the steering column To tilt the st...

Page 119: ... lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically To signal a lane change raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever returns by itself when it is rele...

Page 120: ...his feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass To use it pull the turn signal multifunction lever toward you until the high beam headlamps come on then release the lever to turn them off Windshield Wipers Use this lever located on the right side of the steering wheel to operate the windshield wipers The ignition must be turned to ON RUN t...

Page 121: ...g 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 frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If the blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload Windshi...

Page 122: ...ear window and the wiper operates continuously when the lever is pushed to the second position Cruise Control If your vehicle has cruise control a speed of about 24 mph 39 km h or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below 24 mph 39 km h CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot ...

Page 123: ...l cluster comes on to show that the cruise control is on See Cruise Control Light on page 3 38 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set to a desired speed and then turned off by applying the brake or clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission this shuts off the cruise control However it does not need to be reset Once you are going about 24 mp...

Page 124: ... is done the vehicle goes about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle s speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle slows down to the cruise control speed set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed load and the steepness of the hi...

Page 125: ... band to this position to turn all lamps off except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Headlamps on Reminder If the driver s door is opened with the ignition turned to LOCK OFF or ACC ACCESSORY and the lamps are on a warning chime will sound Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many differ...

Page 126: ... is used As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps use them for better visibility in foggy or misty conditions The band for the front fog lamps is located in the middle of the turn signal multifunction lever While using the fog lamps the ignition must be on as well as the parking lamps or low beam headlamps Turn the ...

Page 127: ...tions ON The light comes on and stays on regardless of whether a door is opened or closed O Door The light comes on while a door is opened After all of the doors are closed the light stays on for about seven seconds and then fades out on the Notchback Wagon models On the Hatchback model the light will go off after the doors are closed The light will also turn off when the ignition is turned to ON ...

Page 128: ...conds once the driver s door is closed Accessory Power Outlet s Accessory power outlets can be used to connect auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio One accessory power outlet is located on the front of the center console below the front ashtray For wagon models there may be another outlet in the rear luggage compartment on the driver s side To use the outlet remo...

Page 129: ...m the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray is located at the lower part of the center of the instrument panel To remove the bin from the front ashtray for cleaning open the ashtray fully lift up the inner bin and then pull the bin out The rear ashtray is located at the bottom of the rear center console Pull the...

Page 130: ...rd one hour 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 S Set To reset the time to the nearest hour press the S button For example if this button is pressed while the time ...

Page 131: ...ill also be directed to the windshield instrument panel side outlets and the rear outlets Be sure to keep the area under the front seats clear to allow the flow of air to the rear compartment Temperature Control Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to manually increase or decrease the temperature inside the vehicle Turn the knob to the blue area to get cool air and to the red area to ...

Page 132: ... the engine This is normal Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming into the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle or to help heat or cool the air inside the vehicle more quickly Press this button to turn the recirculation mode on When the button is pressed an indicator light in the button comes on Press this button again to return to outsid...

Page 133: ...conditioning compressor To defrost the windows faster turn the temperature control knob clockwise to the warmest setting Front Heated Windshield Your vehicle may have a heated front windshield which can be used with defog and defrost This feature will only work when the ignition is turned to ON RUN The front heated windshield uses a heated element to remove fog or frost from the bottom of the wind...

Page 134: ...this section for more information on this button Notice Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs would not 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 lever located in the center of each outlet to change the d...

Page 135: ... the module The filter may need to be changed periodically To change the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Remove the four screws from the filter cover located below the glove box 2 Remove the filter cover 3 Remove the old passenger compartment air filter 4 Reverse the steps to install the new air filter Make sure that the new filter is inserted to the correct air flow 3 2...

Page 136: ...rning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are 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 is a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights c...

Page 137: ...hicle 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 Uplevel shown Base similar 3 25 ...

Page 138: ...g the reset button you can tell how many 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 displayed Each trip odometer must be reset individually Tachometer The tachometer displays your engine speed in revolutions per m...

Page 139: ...ound if the driver s safety belt is already buckled Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensor the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnost...

Page 140: ...r a few seconds when the engine is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system Your vehicle has a passenger airbag status indicator in the clock located in the center of the instrument panel When you start the vehicle the passenger airbag status indicat...

Page 141: ...child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat if the airbag is turned on CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and seat mounted side impact airbag if equipped if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail sa...

Page 142: ... protection of the airbag s See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 27 for more on this including important safety information Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on and the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working It should go out when the engine is started If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the...

Page 143: ...ou 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 st...

Page 144: ...u still have brakes but you do not have antilock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you do not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 31 Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS Warning Light If your vehicle has Speed Sensitive Power Steering this warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition...

Page 145: ...ature Gage Your vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gage With the ignition turned to ON RUN this gage shows the engine coolant temperature 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 eng...

Page 146: ... on page 5 57 for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A computer system called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems It makes sure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The check engine light comes on to indicate that there i...

Page 147: ...s could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 4 When the ignition is turned to ON RUN this light comes on and should go out after a few seconds as a check to show it is working If the light does not come on have it repaired This light also comes on d...

Page 148: ...ler retailer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You might be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling the Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A ...

Page 149: ...d Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or might 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 e...

Page 150: ...start your engine as a check to be sure it works If it does not have your vehicle serviced If the light comes on and stays on it means that oil is not flowing through your engine properly You could be low on oil and you might have some other system problem Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light will come on when the fog lamps are in use The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog La...

Page 151: ...urns on whenever the Daytime Running Lamps are on See Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 3 13 for more information Door Ajar Light This light will stay on until all doors are closed and completely latched If the key is in the ignition while the driver s door is open you will also hear a warning chime Trunk Ajar Light Hatchback Only This light will come on when the trunk is not completely closed 3 3...

Page 152: ...fore the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took 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 ...

Page 153: ...l of its controls Familiarize yourself with its operation Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle such as an audio syste...

Page 154: ...ion AM Press this button to switch to an AM station The display shows the selection FM Press this button to switch to an FM station The display shows the selection TUNE Press the TUNE arrows to select radio stations Press the up TUNE arrow to increase or the down TUNE arrow to decrease the radio frequencies SEEK Press the SEEK arrows to seek radio stations Press the up SEEK arrow to seek the next ...

Page 155: ...e six numbered buttons for more than two seconds The preset button number one through six flashes on the display when the station has been set When that numbered preset button is pressed that preset station returns 5 Repeat the Steps 1 through 4 for each preset button Order of Sound Function The order for displayed sound function is BASS TRE BAL FADE EQ OFF and VOL Bass Treble Fade Balance Equaliz...

Page 156: ...SOUND button to set the equalization setting To cancel an equalization setting press the SOUND button until EQ OFF displays turn the Oknob until OFF displays then press the SOUND button again to set the equalization setting Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing When a CD is inserted CDP displays As the CD is loading File...

Page 157: ...and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error displays see CD Messages later in this section 2 RPT Repeat Press this button to repeat the current track RPT displays Press this button again to turn off repeat play 3 RDM Random Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM displays Press this button again to tur...

Page 158: ...n MP3 in the index CD Messages CHECK CD If this message displays and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again ...

Page 159: ...icle is in PARK P See Defensive Driving on page 4 2 for more information on driver distraction To use a portable audio player connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 inch cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack While a device is connected turn the portable audio player on and press the radio CD AUX button to hear audio from the device over the vehicle speakers CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button once to pl...

Page 160: ...Station AM Press this button to switch to an AM station The display shows the selection FM Press this button to switch to an FM station The display shows the selection TUNE Press the TUNE arrows to select radio stations Press the up TUNE arrow to increase or the down TUNE arrow to decrease the radio frequencies SEEK Press the SEEK arrows to seek radio stations Press the up SEEK arrow to seek the n...

Page 161: ...hes on the display when the station has been set When that numbered preset button is pressed that preset station returns 5 Repeat the Steps 1 through 4 for each preset button Order of Sound Function The order for displayed sound function is BASS TRE FAD BAL EQ OFF and VOL Bass Treble Fade Balance Equalization Off and Volume Setting the Tone Bass Midrange Treble SOUND Bass Midrange Treble Press thi...

Page 162: ... press the SOUND button to select the equalization setting To cancel an equalization setting press the SOUND button until EQ OFF displays Turn the Oknob until OFF displays then press the SOUND button again to select the equalization setting Order of Sound Function The order for displayed sound function is EQ OFF CLASSIC DANCE ROCK JAZZ POP VOICE TECHNO and EQ OFF Playing a CD s LOAD Press this but...

Page 163: ...maged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD does not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 63 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with...

Page 164: ...e CD remains inside the radio for future listening FM Press this button to listen to the radio while a CD is playing The inactive CD remains inside the radio for future listening CD AUX Press this button to play a CD while listening to the radio CDP displays when the CD player has been selected The CD symbol displays when a CD is loaded Press this button while a CD is playing to pause the CD PAUSE...

Page 165: ...r If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer retailer when reporting the problem Using the Auxiliary Input Jack AUX IN Auxiliary Input The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate This is not an audio output Do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack An external audio device such as an i...

Page 166: ...ry jack does not detect the presence of an output jack the auxiliary mode does not display Using an MP3 Radio with CD Player MP3 WMA CD R Disc MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 WMA disc on a personal computer Make sure the MP3 WMA files are recorded on a CD R disc Do not mix standard audio and MP3 WMA files on one disc Make sure each MP3 WMA file has a m3u or wma extension other file extensions ...

Page 167: ...tory Empty Directory or Folder If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the file structure that contains only folders subfolders and no compressed files directly beneath them the player advances to the next folder in the file structure that contains compressed audio files The empty folder does not display No Folder When a CD contains only compressed files the files are located under the...

Page 168: ...cted 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 quality can be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled There can be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding...

Page 169: ...n to repeat the tracks in all of the directories ALL displays Press this button again to turn off repeat play SEEK Previous Next Folder in MP3 WMA Mode Press the SEEK arrows to change the folder If CD R does not have any folder ROOT flashes on the display for a short time TUNE Previous Next Track Press the up TUNE arrow to go to the next track The track number displays Press the down TUNE arrow to...

Page 170: ...ames might use more disc memory space than necessary To conserve space on the disc minimize the length of the file and folder names An MP3 WMA CD that was recorded using no file folders can also be played The system can support up to eight folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down the difficulty and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder du...

Page 171: ...File System and Naming The song name in the ID3 tag is displayed If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio displays the file name without the extension such as MP3 WMA instead Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened Parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename does not display Playing an MP3 WMA While the ignition is on ins...

Page 172: ... of the recorded CD with a marking pen Notice If a label is added to a CD or more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs the CD player could be damaged While using the CD player use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debri...

Page 173: ...nt MP3 WMA song A choice of additional information such as Song Title Album Title and Artist Bit rate might also display When information is not available No Info information displays Press this button for longer than two seconds to change display mode Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following...

Page 174: ...ide of the toggle bar below the minus sign to decrease the volume Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the item from the accessory power outlet AM The range for...

Page 175: ... because the lens of the CD optics can become contaminated by lubricants Integrated Windshield Antenna The antenna is located in the windshield It is a very thin metal layer that outlines near the edges of the windshield The connector is at the top of the windshield where the headliner ends For proper radio reception the antenna connector at the top of the windshield needs to be properly attached ...

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Page 177: ...s of Control 4 8 Driving at Night 4 10 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 10 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 11 Highway Hypnosis 4 12 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 12 Winter Driving 4 13 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 17 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 18 Loading Your Vehicle 4 18 Towing 4 23 Towing Your Vehicle 4 23 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 23 Towing a Trailer 4 25 Secti...

Page 178: ... then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Death and injury associated with drinki...

Page 179: ...ailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 4 Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 31 Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths...

Page 180: ...st But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non dealer non retailer accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 4 Antilock Brake System ABS Your vehicle might have the Antilock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that will help...

Page 181: ...ery driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking If you have ABS you can steer and brake at the same time However if you do not have ABS your first reaction to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down might be the wrong 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 wh...

Page 182: ... can get in a curve depends on the condition of the tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly apply the brakes Both control systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road Unless you have antilock b...

Page 183: ...ot room That is the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply the brakes but unless you have antilock brakes not enough to lock the wheels See Braking on page 4 3 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 availa...

Page 184: ...e passing we suggest the following tips Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass If in doubt wait Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines that could indicate a turn or an intersection Never cross a solid or double solid line on your side of the lane Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Doing so can reduce your ...

Page 185: ...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 reducing veh...

Page 186: ...fferences increase A 50 year old driver might need at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water CAUTION Wet b...

Page 187: ...g distance Pass with caution Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 49 Before Leaving on a Long Trip To prepare your vehicle for a long trip consider having it serviced by your dealer retailer before departing Things to check on your own include Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir fu...

Page 188: ...nd Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain Tips for driving in these conditions include Keep your vehicle serviced and in good shape Check all fluid levels and brakes tires cooling system and transmission Going down steep or long hills shift to a lower gear CAUTION If you do not shift down the brakes could get so hot that they...

Page 189: ...ccident Pay attention to special road signs falling rocks area winding roads long grades passing or no passing zones and take appropriate action Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Have your vehicle in good shape for winter You might want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some wint...

Page 190: ... on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Unless your vehicle has the Antilock Brake System ABS you want to brake very gently too If you do have ABS ...

Page 191: ...see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do t...

Page 192: ...ou and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out 4 16 ...

Page 193: ...ut do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free your vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 18 CAUTION If ...

Page 194: ...t get your vehicle out after a few tries it might need to be towed out If your vehicle does need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 23 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the Maximum Load weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show...

Page 195: ...nflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 The Tire and Loading Information label is attached inside the glove box of the five door hatchback model The Tire and Loading Information label for the wagon is attached to the vehicle s center pillar below the driver s door latch There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the Gros...

Page 196: ...ggage load capacity For example if the maximum load amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 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 S...

Page 197: ...m 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 maximum load weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum load weight Example 2...

Page 198: ...And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out See Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit earlier in this section 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 co...

Page 199: ...mething inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Re...

Page 200: ...ilering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you will want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 11 Dinghy Towing Notice If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The ...

Page 201: ...ing a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Turn the ignition to ACC ACCESSORY 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 a...

Page 202: ... NOTES 4 26 ...

Page 203: ...ngine Air Cleaner Filter 5 16 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 18 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 18 Hydraulic Clutch 5 18 Engine Coolant 5 19 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 22 Engine Overheating 5 22 Cooling System 5 24 Power Steering Fluid 5 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 30 Brakes 5 31 Battery 5 34 Jump Starting 5 35 Headlamp Aiming 5 40 Bulb Replacement 5 40 Halogen Bulbs 5 40 Headlamps 5 41 Front ...

Page 204: ...alance 5 66 Wheel Replacement 5 66 Tire Chains 5 67 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 68 Changing a Flat Tire 5 69 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 70 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 73 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 78 Compact Spare Tire 5 78 Appearance Care 5 79 Interior Cleaning 5 79 Fabric Carpet 5 80 Leather 5 81 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 81 C...

Page 205: ...Equipment 5 88 Headlamp Wiring 5 88 Windshield Wiper Fuses 5 88 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 88 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 89 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 89 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 91 Capacities and Specifications 5 94 Maintenance Replacement Parts 5 95 Engine Drive Belt Routing 5 96 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care 5 3 ...

Page 206: ...overed by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer retailer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer retailer and ask for GM Accessories you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM Accessories Also see Adding Equipment to...

Page 207: ...d If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 15 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempt...

Page 208: ... the use of gasolines containing MMT See Additives on page 5 6 for additional information California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications See the underhood emission control label If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfac...

Page 209: ...an corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions can contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT We recommend against the use of such ...

Page 210: ...ular phones 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 Do not re enter the vehicle while pumping fuel 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 of the driver...

Page 211: ...es as soon as possible See Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 82 When replacing the fuel cap turn it to the right clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 34 CAUTION If a fire starts while you...

Page 212: ...th the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping fuel Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan...

Page 213: ...front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and place the hood prop into the slot in the hood 4 Before closing 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 hood and return the prop to its retainer Lower the hood 12 inches 30 cm above the vehicle and release...

Page 214: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 215: ...page 5 34 Engine Oil If the engine oil pressure light appears on the instrument cluster check the engine oil level right away For more information see Oil Pressure Light on page 3 38 You should check the engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm ...

Page 216: ... the proper operating range the 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 to Use Look for three things GM6094M Your vehicle s eng...

Page 217: ...ge not covered by your warranty If you are in an area of extreme cold where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both provide easier cold starting and better protection for the engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Do not add anything to the oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol t...

Page 218: ...ment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of used oil ask your dealer retailer a service station or a local recycling cent...

Page 219: ...ne with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fir...

Page 220: ...nd have it repaired as soon as possible You may also have your fluid level checked by your dealer retailer when you have your oil changed See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 26 for the proper fluid to use Hydraulic Clutch There is one reservoir for both the brake and the hydraulic clutch fluid See Brakes on page 5 31 for more information The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehi...

Page 221: ...ever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life 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 22 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust...

Page 222: ...COOL 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 warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer retailer check your cooling system Notice If you use extra inhibitor...

Page 223: ...ine operation temperature and drops again when the engine cools down Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant surge tank but only when the engine is cool If the coolant surge tank is empty a special fill procedure is necessary See Engine Overheating on page 5 22 for instructions on How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank CAUTION You can be...

Page 224: ...Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it...

Page 225: ...o 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 warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and park your vehicle right a...

Page 226: ... 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 Minimum and Maximum marks on the coolant surge tank when the engine is cool If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure...

Page 227: ... Notice Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the 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 visible ...

Page 228: ... 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 229: ...the 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 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 remove...

Page 230: ...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 Maximum mark add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches...

Page 231: ...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 Then check the fluid level The level should be between the MIN B and MAX A marks on the reservoir If the level is below the MIN B mark add the power steering fluid to the appropriate level Replace the cap and completely tighten it What t...

Page 232: ...or 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 the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very co...

Page 233: ...a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well It is not a good idea to top off the brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If your vehicle has too much brake...

Page 234: ...ample just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic 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 immedia...

Page 235: ...er retailer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service might be required Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving the brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and wo...

Page 236: ... Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you are not careful See Jump Starting on page 5 35 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Infrequent Usage If you drive your vehicle infrequently remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep the battery from running do...

Page 237: ...uld damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles ...

Page 238: ... tethered cap on the battery The negative terminal is located under a black tethered cap on the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Flip the caps up to access the positive and negative terminals CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric ...

Page 239: ...missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will ge...

Page 240: ...ng until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the ch...

Page 241: ...ood Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good bat...

Page 242: ...im If the headlamps need to be re aimed it is recommended that you take the vehicle to your dealer retailer for service Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 48 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer retailer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratc...

Page 243: ...els remove the four screws and the radiator grill Then remove the three bolts and the headlamp assembly 3 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb 4 Remove the headlamp cap A for the low beam or B for the high beam headlamp by turning it counterclockwise 5 Release the spring that retains the bulb 6 Remove the old bulb 7 Install a new bulb 8 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to ins...

Page 244: ...etains the headlamp assembly 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb socket out of the lamp housing 5 Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb socket 6 Install the new bulb into the bulb socket by pressing it in and turning it clockwise 7 Reinstall the bulb socket into the lamp housing by turning it clockwise 8 Reverse Steps 1 through 2 to insta...

Page 245: ...cle where the side turn signal lamp is located 2 Remove the side turn signal lamp assembly by pulling it forward 3 Turn 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 turning it clockwise 6 Push the side turn signal lamp assembly back into its original position ...

Page 246: ...out of the bulb socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the socket 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to install the assembly Sidemarker Lamps Rear To replace a rear sidemarker bulb 1 Reach inside of the rear bumper and locate the socket 2 Turn the rear sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise 3 Pull the rear sidemarker bulb socket out of the rear bumper 4 Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb soc...

Page 247: ... the bulb socket 5 Install the new bulb 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the lamp assembly Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Wagon To replace a CHMSL bulb on a wagon model 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 2 10 for more information 2 Remove the two screws and the liftgate trim cover 3 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp housing 4 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the b...

Page 248: ...unterclockwise 5 Install the appropriate new bulb into the socket 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the lamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps Wagon To replace one of these bulbs 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 2 10 for more information 2 Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly 3 Remove the taillamp assembly from the vehicle 4 Remove the bulb socket ...

Page 249: ...tion 2 Remove the protective cover 3 Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise 4 Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise 5 Install the appropriate new bulb into the socket 6 Reinstall the protective cover License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Remove the two screws holding each of the license plate lamps 2 Turn and pull the licen...

Page 250: ...5578 Turn Signal Rear 94535572 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer retailer Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking See Wiper Blade Check for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5 95 Here is how to ...

Page 251: ...Your Vehicle on page 4 18 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured ...

Page 252: ... the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards C Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers 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...

Page 253: ...d tire has lost air and gone flat See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 78 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 68 B Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread C Tire Identification Number TIN 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 ...

Page 254: ...ociation B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 70 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 70 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is use...

Page 255: ...s are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 56 Curb Weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel...

Page 256: ...eight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 18 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward whe...

Page 257: ... New Tires on page 5 62 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 64 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of de...

Page 258: ...le This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the tire a...

Page 259: ... Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placa...

Page 260: ...functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5 59 for additional information Federal Communications Commission FCC and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Mon...

Page 261: ... when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive This could be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure A Tire and Loading Information label attached to your vehicle shows the size of your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Lo...

Page 262: ...ould prevent the TPMS from functioning properly See Buying New Tires on page 5 62 Operating electronic devices or being near facilities using radio wave frequencies similar to the TPMS could cause the TPMS sensors to malfunction If the TPMS is not functioning it cannot detect or signal a low tire condition See your dealer retailer for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message comes on ...

Page 263: ...the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 18 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 94 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts t...

Page 264: ...s degrades over time even if they are not being used This is also true for the spare tire if your vehicle has one Multiple conditions affect how fast this aging takes place including temperatures loading conditions and inflation pressure maintenance With proper care and maintenance tires will typically wear out before they degrade due to age If you are unsure about the need to replace your tires a...

Page 265: ... different sizes brands or types may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the correct size brand and type of tires on all wheels It is all right to drive with your compact spare temporarily as it was developed for use on your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 78 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of drivi...

Page 266: ...ying New Tires on page 5 62 and Accessories and Modifications on page 5 4 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum selection width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the Unites States National Highway Traff...

Page 267: ...is tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustai...

Page 268: ...r dealer retailer 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 wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right whee...

Page 269: ...ins only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until i...

Page 270: ...and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous wi...

Page 271: ...king brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be certain the vehicle will not move put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being...

Page 272: ...s the spare tire and tools A Jack B Wheel Wrench C Jack Handle D Screwdriver Wagon Models To access the spare tire and tools 1 Open the liftgate See Liftgate on page 2 10 for more information 2 Fold the floor cover by pulling the handle upward 3 Lift the floor tray 4 Release the prop from its retainer and put the prop into the slot 5 70 ...

Page 273: ...e counterclockwise and remove the retainer 6 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 78 for more information 7 To access the tools pull the strap on the tool box cover upward The tools are located inside the foam tray 5 71 ...

Page 274: ... spare tire counterclockwise and remove the retainer 5 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 78 for more information 6 Remove the jack by turning the jack retainer located on the right side of the jack counterclockwise to release it The jack is located in the trunk in front of the compact spare tire 7 Then remove the jack handle and the wheel wrench The jack handle and the...

Page 275: ...ehicle has wheel covers use the jack handle to begin loosening the wheel covers Using the flat end of the jack handle or the screwdriver pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off Store the wheel cover in the cargo area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 5 73 ...

Page 276: ...d fits in Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire 5 Put the compact spare tire near you 6 Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle 5 74 ...

Page 277: ...can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 7 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 8 Remove all of the wheel...

Page 278: ... emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 69 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 11 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts Because the nuts mi...

Page 279: ...nd have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 94 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifi...

Page 280: ... 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 50 mph 80 km h so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it is best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Yo...

Page 281: ... apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window defogger When cleaning the glass on your vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in your vehicle s breathing space Before using cleaners r...

Page 282: ... soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed For solid dry soils remove as much as possible and then vacuum To clean use the following instructions 1 Saturate a lint free clean white cloth with water or club soda 2 Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth...

Page 283: ...thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of your interior and are not recommended Do not use silicone or wax base...

Page 284: ...rials on page 5 86 Follow all manufacturers directions regarding correct product usage necessary safety precautions and appropriate disposal of any vehicle care product Rinse the vehicle well before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface sc...

Page 285: ... period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster Washing with water is all that is usually needed However you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim...

Page 286: ...hem because the surface could be damaged Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes you could damage the aluminum or chrome plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Never drive a vehicle equipped with aluminum or chrome plated wheels through an automatic car wash t...

Page 287: ...corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer retailer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout ...

Page 288: ...rom chrome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects tires No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Medi...

Page 289: ...istration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code helps you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 94 for your vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification Label This label is on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts The label has the f...

Page 290: ...irbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 64 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses 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 a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the m...

Page 291: ...you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located on the end of the instrument panel o...

Page 292: ...n Signal Lamps ABS Antilock Brake System LTR Cigarette Lighter CLSTR BTSI Cluster Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Automatic Transmission Shift Lock BTSI Solenoid RKE Remote Keyless Entry BCK UP Back up BLANK Not Used TCM Transmission Control Module BATT SAVER Battery Saver ENG FUSE BOX DRL Engine Fuse Box Daytime Running Lamps 5 90 ...

Page 293: ...Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver side of the vehicle near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location To access the fuses press in the top flap to release the cover To reinstall the cover push the cover until it is secure Notice Spilling liquid on any electrical components on your vehicle may damage it Always keep t...

Page 294: ...e HEAD LAMPS Headlamps ECM Engine Control Module I P FUSE Instrument Panel Fuse FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Fuses Usage A C Air Conditioning HORN Horn HI BEAM Headlamp High Beam DRIVER S PWR WNDW Driver Power Window 5 92 ...

Page 295: ... RT Headlamp Low Beam Right SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare BATT PWR Battery Power ABS Antilock Brake System HVAC BLWR HVAC Blower IGN 2 Ignition 2 Fuses Usage IGN 1 Ignition 1 FUSE PLR Fuse Puller COOL FAN LOW Cooling Fan Low DEFOG Defog COOL FAN HI Cooling Fan High PWR WNDW Power Window Relays Usage COOL FAN LOW Cooling Fan Low FRT FOG Front Fog ILLUM Illumination Relay A C CMPRSR Air Condit...

Page 296: ...aution label located under the hood See your dealer retailer for more information Cooling System 7 9 qt 7 5 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 2 qt 4 0 L Fuel Tank 14 5 gal 55 0 L Transmission Automatic 7 3 qt 6 9 L Transmission Manual 1 9 qt 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...

Page 297: ...pecification can be obtained from your dealer retailer Part GM Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 96553450 Engine Oil Filter 96458873 Fuel Filter 96335719 A C Filter 96554378 Spark Plugs 93742299 Windshield Wiper Blades Driver s Side 96478670 Passenger s Side 96498696 Rear 96341429 5 95 ...

Page 298: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 5 96 ...

Page 299: ...e 6 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 19 At Each Fuel Fill 6 19 At Least Once a Month 6 19 At Least Twice a Year 6 20 At Least Once a Year 6 21 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 24 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 24 Exhaust System Inspection 6 24 Fuel System Inspection 6 24 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 24 Throttle System Inspection 6 25 Brake S...

Page 300: ...al are 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 flu...

Page 301: ...qualified technician do the work See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5 5 If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 15 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 in...

Page 302: ...te how you drive If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer retailer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer retailer for your service needs you will know that trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use a...

Page 303: ...gine 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 Filter Replacement Spark Plu...

Page 304: ...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 Filter Replacement Spark Plug Replacement EVAP System Service PCV System Service Restraint System Check Every 37 500 Miles 60 000 km Automatic Transmission Fluid Change severe service only Every 60 000 Miles ...

Page 305: ...that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection on page 6 25 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months ...

Page 306: ...000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 24 000 Miles 40 000 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 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km Change engine oil and fi...

Page 307: ...hever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 37 500 Miles 60 000 km Change automatic transmission fluid if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hill...

Page 308: ...ths whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 54 000 Miles 90 000 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 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An E...

Page 309: ...ntrol Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000 Miles 120 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires Se...

Page 310: ...ichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 84 000 Miles 140 000 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 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emiss...

Page 311: ... See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 96 000 Miles 160 000 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 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 16...

Page 312: ...l recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection on page 6 25 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 60 for proper rota...

Page 313: ... properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also see Checking the Restraint Systems on page 1 66 Inspect drive belt s Inspect EVAP canister vapor lines and EVAP vent solenoid valve An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect PCV ...

Page 314: ... 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 16 for more information Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace spark plugs An Em...

Page 315: ...information Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Inspect drive belt s Change automatic transmission fluid if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain Uses such as...

Page 316: ...f you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also see Checking the Restraint Systems on page 1 66 Inspect drive belt s Inspect EVAP canister vapor lines and EVAP vent solenoid valve An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect PCV system An Emission Control Service See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km ...

Page 317: ...oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep the engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to the engine not covered by your warranty Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 Windshield Washe...

Page 318: ...d damp weather more frequent application may be required See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 26 Automatic Transmission Check It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss Check for leaks If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your dealer retailer and have it repaired as soon as possible Manual Transmission Che...

Page 319: ...you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 28 if necessary Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter wor...

Page 320: ... start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in each shift lever position With an automatic transmission the ignition should turn to LOCK OFF only when...

Page 321: ...your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by ...

Page 322: ...c 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 for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exha...

Page 323: ...ccelerator 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 Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in...

Page 324: ...gine Coolant on page 5 19 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Solvent Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission Fluid ESSO LT 71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 GM Part No in Canada 89021903 Manual Transmission Manual Transmission ...

Page 325: ...lease 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 Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No U S 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No U ...

Page 326: ...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 28 ...

Page 327: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 29 ...

Page 328: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 30 ...

Page 329: ...8 Courtesy Transportation 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 7 16 Event Data Recorders 7 16 OnStar 7 17 Navigation System 7...

Page 330: ...263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the wi...

Page 331: ...Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no charge Mediation Arbitration Program General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory related vehicle service claims The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter and may include an informal hearing before the arbiter The program is des...

Page 332: ...zed offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to My Showroom Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area My Dealers Retailers Save details such as address and phone number for each of your preferred GM Dealers or Retailers My Driveway Receive service reminders and helpful advice on owning ...

Page 333: ...3 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 www gmcanada com 1 800 263 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 Pleas...

Page 334: ...sers call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program For vehicles purchased in the U S call 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 Text telephone TTY 1 888 889 2438 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year As the owner of...

Page 335: ...nflated is covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start A battery jump start is covered at no charge if the vehicle does not start Trip Routing Service Canada only Upon request Roadside Assistance will send you detailed computer personalized maps highlighting your choice of either the most direct route...

Page 336: ...s and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number of the vehicle Odometer reading Vehicle Identification Number VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem Towing and Road Service Exclusions Specifically excluded from Roadside Assistance coverage are towing or services for vehicles operated on a non p...

Page 337: ...and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GM helps to minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle S...

Page 338: ...age fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by app...

Page 339: ...le Limited Warranty and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your dealer retailer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair cen...

Page 340: ...he phone number Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license number vehicle license plate vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Num...

Page 341: ... Genuine GM parts Remember if your vehicle is leased you may be obligated to have the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts even if your insurance coverage does not pay the full cost If another party s insurance company is paying for the repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits wit...

Page 342: ...diately in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited Call them at 1 800 333 0510 or write to Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa Ontario K1B 3V9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this please notify General Motors Call 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Cus...

Page 343: ... Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus processing fee Without Portfolio Owner Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 U S plus processing fee Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4...

Page 344: ... near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as How various systems in your vehicle were opera...

Page 345: ...d the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner OnStar If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services please refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use Navigation System If your vehicle has a navigation system use of the system may result in the storage of destinations addresses telephone numbers and other trip information...

Page 346: ... NOTES 7 18 ...

Page 347: ...ng System 1 59 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 64 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 57 Antenna Integrated Windshield 3 63 Antilock Brake System ABS 4 4 Antilock Brake System Warning Light 3 32 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels 5 84 Care of Safety Belts 5 81 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 85 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 82 Fabric Carpet 5 80 Finish Care 5 82 Finish Damage 5 85 Instrument Panel V...

Page 348: ...Braking in Emergencies 4 5 Break In New Vehicle 2 17 Bulb Replacement 5 40 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 45 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 42 Halogen Bulbs 5 40 Headlamp Aiming 5 40 Headlamps 5 41 License Plate Lamps 5 47 Replacement Bulbs 5 48 Sidemarker Lamps 5 44 Taillamps Stoplamps and Back Up Lamps 5 47 Taillamps Turn Signal and Stoplamps 5 46 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and...

Page 349: ...ng a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 45 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Where to Put the Restraint 1 36 Cigarette Lighter 3 17 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 84 Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 82 Fabric Carpet 5 80 Finish Care 5 82 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 81 Interior 5 79 Leather 5 81 Tires 5 84 Underbody Maintenance 5 85 Washing Your Vehi...

Page 350: ...ors 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 13 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 15 D Daytime Running Lamps 3 13 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light 3 39 Defensive Driving 4 2 Diesel Running Out of Fuel 2 33 Disc MP3 3 54 3 58 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 5 Dome Lamp 3 15 D...

Page 351: ...5 88 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 16 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 34 Coolant 5 19 Coolant Heater 2 21 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 33 Cooling System Inspection 6 24 Engine cont Drive Belt Routing 5 96 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 32 Oil 5 13 Overheating 5 22 Starting 2 19 Event Data Recorders 7 16 Extender Safety Belt 1 26 Exterior Lamps 3 13 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 16 Fi...

Page 352: ...ing Light 3 40 Running Out of 2 33 System Inspection 6 24 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 91 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 89 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 89 Windshield Wiper 5 88 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 33 Fuel 3 40 Speedometer 3 26 Tachometer 3 26 Gasoline Octane 5 6 Specifications 5 6 Glove Box 2 36 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 6 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restr...

Page 353: ... Things Under 5 10 Release 5 11 Horn 3 6 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Hydraulic Clutch 5 18 I Ignition Positions 2 18 Immobilizer 2 16 Immobilizer Operation 2 16 Inadvertent Power Battery Saver 3 16 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 30 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 56 Inspection Brake System 6 25 Engine Cooling System 6 24 Exhaust System 6 24 Fuel System 6 24 Part C Periodic Maintenanc...

Page 354: ...rake System Warning 3 32 Brake System Warning 3 31 Charging System 3 30 Cruise Control 3 38 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator 3 39 Door Ajar 3 39 Fog Lamp 3 38 Highbeam On 3 39 Hold Mode 3 33 Low Fuel Warning 3 40 Malfunction Indicator 3 34 Oil Pressure 3 38 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 28 Safety Belt Reminders 3 27 Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS Warning Light 3 32 Tire Pressure 3 34 Tru...

Page 355: ...edule cont Exhaust System Inspection 6 24 Fuel System Inspection 6 24 How This Section is Organized 6 3 Introduction 6 2 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 6 14 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 19 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 24 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 26 Part E Maintenance Record 6 28 Sel...

Page 356: ...e 5 13 Pressure Light 3 38 Older Children Restraints 1 27 Online Owner Center 7 4 OnStar Privacy 7 17 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 22 Outlets Accessory Power 3 16 Outside Convex Mirror 2 35 Heated Mirrors 2 35 Manual Mirrors 2 34 Power Mirrors 2 35 Owners Canadian ii P Paint Damage 5 85 Park Brake 2 28 Park P Shifting Into 2 29 Shifting Out of 2 30 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 ...

Page 357: ...with Six Disc CD 3 48 Reception 3 62 Rear Door Security Locks 2 8 Rear Seat Armrest 2 37 Rear Seat Operation 1 8 Rear Windshield Washer Wiper 3 10 Rearview Mirrors 2 34 Reclining Seatbacks 1 5 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 23 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 73 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...

Page 358: ...equirements 5 5 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 5 Service cont Engine Soon Light 3 34 Publications Ordering Information 7 15 Service Scheduling Appointments 7 8 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 64 Sheet Metal Damage 5 84 Shifting Into Park P 2 29 Shifting Out of Park P 2 30 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6 7 Signals Turn and Lane Change 3 7 Spare Tire Com...

Page 359: ...ure Light 3 34 Tires 5 49 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 5 84 Buying New Tires 5 62 Chains 5 67 Changing a Flat Tire 5 69 Cleaning 5 84 Compact Spare Tire 5 78 Different Size 5 64 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 68 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 56 Inspection and Rotation 5 60 Installing the Spare Tire 5 73 Pressure Monitor Operation 5 59 Pressure Monitor System 5 57 Removing the Flat Tire 5 73 Removing the Spare Tire...

Page 360: ...e Identification Number VIN 5 87 Service Parts Identification Label 5 87 Ventilation Adjustment 3 22 Visors 2 13 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 24 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 66 Different Size 5 64 Replacement 5 66 Where to Put the Restraint 1 36 Windows 2 11 Manual 2 11 Power 2...

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