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Section 5

Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Jump Starting

Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating

Cooling System

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

Compact Spare Tire

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Summary of Contents for LUMINA 2001

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

Page 4: ...nction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net If Equipped Auxiliary Power Connection Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages...

Page 5: ...Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Start...

Page 6: ...ance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System Engine Air Cleaner Filter Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade R...

Page 7: ...it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty M...

Page 8: ...Motors of Canada Limited for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you...

Page 9: ...d a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that c...

Page 10: ...thing that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read ot...

Page 11: ...ave to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIEL...

Page 12: ...ice Station Guide Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pres...

Page 13: ...ions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Right Front Passenger Position 1 21 Air B...

Page 14: ...ual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not mo...

Page 15: ...e a bar and a handle under the front edge of the seat Lift the bar to unlock the seat and to slide it forward and backward Release the bar and try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat i...

Page 16: ...to the back Raise or lower the seat by holding the switch up or down REAR C Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch down to lower the rear of the seat Reclining Front Seatb...

Page 17: ...job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt...

Page 18: ...some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not...

Page 19: ...the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad...

Page 20: ...1 8 Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Page 21: ...1 9 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Page 22: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Page 23: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Page 24: ...r vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly...

Page 25: ...er belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the l...

Page 26: ...t adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without squeezing the...

Page 27: ...is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

Page 28: ...ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cau...

Page 29: ...be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too...

Page 30: ...sted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it...

Page 31: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Page 32: ...right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for two things If...

Page 33: ...are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits...

Page 34: ...g system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this...

Page 35: ...23 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s sid...

Page 36: ...it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate i...

Page 37: ...parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the...

Page 38: ...rpeting or higher or if water enters your vehicle and soaks the carpet the air bag controller can be soaked and ruined If this ever happens and then you start your vehicle the damage could make the ai...

Page 39: ...to an air bag when it inflates Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qua...

Page 40: ...make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Bel...

Page 41: ...n strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one pro...

Page 42: ...pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release butto...

Page 43: ...l injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a...

Page 44: ...itions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints...

Page 45: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Page 46: ...ior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size o...

Page 47: ...uch until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will su...

Page 48: ...are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatibl...

Page 49: ...nfants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A yo...

Page 50: ...restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surfac...

Page 51: ...urfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positione...

Page 52: ...aps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type...

Page 53: ...forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTIO...

Page 54: ...e child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States so...

Page 55: ...urer s instructions say Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure...

Page 56: ...if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckl...

Page 57: ...doesn t lock and you can pull the belt out of the retractor again it means your vehicle doesn t have the child restraint locking feature on the shoulder belt retractor D If your vehicle has the child...

Page 58: ...ighten the belt 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way...

Page 59: ...child restraint in the right front passenger seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See the ear...

Page 60: ...ind it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child rest...

Page 61: ...child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a righ...

Page 62: ...cle has this feature by pulling the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor Then let the belt go back a few inches and try to pull the belt out again If you can t pull the belt out because it h...

Page 63: ...tor while you push down on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt D If your vehicle doesn t have the child restraint l...

Page 64: ...k all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s...

Page 65: ...ld cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strik...

Page 66: ...er belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety B...

Page 67: ...hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if...

Page 68: ...bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a ve...

Page 69: ...tion Positions 2 15 Starting Your Engine 2 17 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 18 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 22 Parking Brake 2 22 Shifting Into PARK P 2 25 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 25 Parking...

Page 70: ...child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot wea...

Page 71: ...mount If the rear of the switch is pressed all the way down the window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the front of the switch To raise the window press and hold...

Page 72: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Page 73: ...aler or a qualified locksmith how to make extra door keys Keep the plugs in a safe place If you lose your door keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs If you need a new igni...

Page 74: ...ies or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can h...

Page 75: ...yless Entry If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter...

Page 76: ...r and try again D Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operati...

Page 77: ...your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery...

Page 78: ...your vehicle Trunk CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and ev...

Page 79: ...nk can be opened at any time using this lock release so be sure to lock your doors Trap Resistant Trunk Kit To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your trunk you can order a trap resistant t...

Page 80: ...a lighted spot close all windows and lock your vehicle Remember to keep your valuables out of sight Put them in a storage area or take them with you Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someo...

Page 81: ...hree minutes and try again If the starter still won t work and the key appears to be clean and dry wait about three minutes and try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fus...

Page 82: ...aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during br...

Page 83: ...s you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel Use OFF if you must have your vehicle pushed or towed RUN D This position is where the key returns after...

Page 84: ...g your battery or damaging your starter 2 If your engine won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and...

Page 85: ...n electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cor...

Page 86: ...ngine because your vehicle can t 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 Don t...

Page 87: ...REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transaxle see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL...

Page 88: ...wrong with your transaxle your vehicle may default to SECOND 2 However if you drive very far that way your vehicle can be damaged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then yo...

Page 89: ...an damage your engine FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST...

Page 90: ...may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do f...

Page 91: ...ke 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can le...

Page 92: ...ift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift you...

Page 93: ...e keeping the brake pedal pushed down Then move the shift lever out of PARK P If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try the following 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply...

Page 94: ...ing into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the en...

Page 95: ...ps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you are parking on a hill and if you re pulling a trailer also see Towing a Trailer in the Index Horn Press on the steeri...

Page 96: ...nished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until t...

Page 97: ...long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wip...

Page 98: ...Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads S...

Page 99: ...1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will only work after you set the cruise control speed by pushing the SET button Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce you...

Page 100: ...tems D Headlamps D Taillamps D Parking Lamps D License Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights D Courtesy Lamps A The thumbwheel is used to control interior lighting For more information on...

Page 101: ...amps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it s dark enough outside your DRL will turn off and your low beam headlamps will illuminate The other lamp...

Page 102: ...r if equipped If you open a door the lamps will stay on while it s open and then turn off automatically about 18 seconds after you close it If you don t open a door the lamps will turn off after about...

Page 103: ...ou from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the courtesy lamps on If you leave the dial turned all the way up or if you leave a door open the lamps will automatically turn off after 10...

Page 104: ...tion pull the lever toward you Manual Outside Mirrors To adjust the driver s side mirror move the knob in the direction you want to move the mirror Adjust the passenger s side mirror by hand Power Out...

Page 105: ...y really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Glove Box...

Page 106: ...ipped Your vehicle may have a convenience net You ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk Put small loads like grocery bags behind the net It can help keep them from falling over during sharp...

Page 107: ...into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage To use the lighter just push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out...

Page 108: ...w A 3 Use a screwdriver to screw the locator post into the vehicle s carpeting Press down while turning to allow the locator to pierce the floor carpet The locator will not screw down tightly but will...

Page 109: ...a hush panel NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as they should This wouldn t be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer be...

Page 110: ...2 42 The Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Page 111: ...ntrols C Instrument Panel Cluster D Steering Wheel Audio Controls If Equipped E Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger F Glove Box G Side Window Defogger H Interior Lamp Controls I Hood Release J Tilt...

Page 112: ...ument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel is in your tank and many other things you need to drive sa...

Page 113: ...2 45 Optional Cluster...

Page 114: ...nder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then that is what will be done If it can t then it will be set at ze...

Page 115: ...ou 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 t...

Page 116: ...dy If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the a...

Page 117: ...d braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there is a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the...

Page 118: ...x CAUTION Your regular brake system may not be working properly if the anti lock brake system warning light is on Driving with the anti lock brake system warning light on can lead to an accident After...

Page 119: ...e pressure The anti lock brake system active light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the...

Page 120: ...ns that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as pos...

Page 121: ...tem is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not w...

Page 122: ...see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and...

Page 123: ...ler or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspecti...

Page 124: ...s not running the light will come on as a test to show you it is working but the light will go out when you turn the ignition to START If it doesn t come on with the ignition on you may have a problem...

Page 125: ...l level monitoring system only checks the oil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank It does not monitor the engine oil level when the engine is running Additionally an oil leve...

Page 126: ...our fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the indicator nears EMPTY E you still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon Here are four things t...

Page 127: ...5 Ventilation System 3 6 Audio Systems 3 6 Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic Tone Control 3 7 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Compa...

Page 128: ...the temperature of the air flowing through the system Turn this knob clockwise toward red for warmer air Turn it counterclockwise toward blue for cooler air Mode Knob The left knob has several setting...

Page 129: ...running you can control the temperature VENT This setting brings in outside air and directs it through the instrument panel outlets FLOOR This setting sends most of the air through the ducts near the...

Page 130: ...ng in outside air and direct it to your upper body while sending slightly warmed air to your lower body You may notice this temperature difference more at some times than at others Heating On cold day...

Page 131: ...on or pressing the button again Do not attach anything like a temporary vehicle license or decal across the defogger grid NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the re...

Page 132: ...e ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle...

Page 133: ...ume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particul...

Page 134: ...tored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds The radio will scan through each of the stations stored on your pushbuttons except those stations with weak reception The AUTO TONE setting stored for that...

Page 135: ...eakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on ea...

Page 136: ...EXT or SEEK operation Press this button or one of the SEEK arrows again to return to normal play REV 4 Press this button to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio...

Page 137: ...e following steps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACC 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds indicating the...

Page 138: ...SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appear on the display Use...

Page 139: ...g will switch to manual and the AUTO TONE display will go blank TREB Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble When you u...

Page 140: ...should play If the disc comes out it could be one of the following D The disc is upside down D It is dirty scratched or wet D It is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again PREV 1 Press this...

Page 141: ...rt it If you turn off the ignition or radio with a disc in the player it will stay in the player When you turn on the ignition or system the disc will start playing where it was stopped If you press E...

Page 142: ...7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show REP to let...

Page 143: ...shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 6 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your cod...

Page 144: ...player will advance with the up arrow and rewind with the down arrow PRESET Press this button to play a station you have programmed on the radio preset buttons AM FM Press this button to choose AM FM1...

Page 145: ...loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust th...

Page 146: ...action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer GM Part No 1234478...

Page 147: ...it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Y...

Page 148: ...ving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 10 Steering 4 12 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 14 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 Ci...

Page 149: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Page 150: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Bu...

Page 151: ...e other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we...

Page 152: ...in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that perso...

Page 153: ...up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with...

Page 154: ...king That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your en...

Page 155: ...This is normal If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system the anti lock brake system warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Here s how anti lock wo...

Page 156: ...brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enou...

Page 157: ...ll help you retain steering control If you do have anti lock it s different See Anti Lock Brakes in the Index In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Po...

Page 158: ...speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed...

Page 159: ...a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder whil...

Page 160: ...dicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not g...

Page 161: ...r to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleratio...

Page 162: ...ile driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the ti...

Page 163: ...roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the day...

Page 164: ...act repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your hea...

Page 165: ...iping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield o...

Page 166: ...it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or ot...

Page 167: ...nd otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips D Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pa...

Page 168: ...e time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just be...

Page 169: ...e there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leav...

Page 170: ...s it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tire...

Page 171: ...ere are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable D Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transaxle These parts can work...

Page 172: ...your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transaxle and you can cl...

Page 173: ...a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be dri...

Page 174: ...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...

Page 175: ...ound clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake...

Page 176: ...see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time...

Page 177: ...wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTICE Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Loading Your Veh...

Page 178: ...ight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle If you do have a heavy load spread it out Don t carry more than 167 lbs 75 kg in your trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVW...

Page 179: ...cle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats D Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle D When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Towing a Tr...

Page 180: ...speeds and under greater loads generating extra heat What s more the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here...

Page 181: ...ailering information or advice or you can write us at Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communicatio...

Page 182: ...e trunk lid or see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct...

Page 183: ...he trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly D If your vehicle has anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems...

Page 184: ...are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still w...

Page 185: ...Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle may need a different turn signal flasher and or extra wiring Check with your dealer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you sig...

Page 186: ...RIVE B or as you need to a lower gear Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can...

Page 187: ...ulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transaxle fluid don t overfill engine oil drive belt cooling syst...

Page 188: ...that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Chan...

Page 189: ...itch to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press...

Page 190: ...NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or...

Page 191: ...AL N before setting the parking brake 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could...

Page 192: ...TION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough wa...

Page 193: ...negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too CAUTION Fans or other moving en...

Page 194: ...t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the...

Page 195: ...od battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal E...

Page 196: ...u will find a coolant temperature gage and a warning light about a hot engine on your instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light in the Index You...

Page 197: ...ed 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 dow...

Page 198: ...ner is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear wh...

Page 199: ...e Cap C Electric Engine Cooling Fans CAUTION An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from a...

Page 200: ...ehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index NOTICE When adding coolant it is import...

Page 201: ...in water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mix...

Page 202: ...ing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can...

Page 203: ...d be severely damaged 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly count...

Page 204: ...coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 3 After the engine cools open the coolant air blee...

Page 205: ...lled coolant from the engine and the compartment 6 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 7 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 8 Start...

Page 206: ...a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator peda...

Page 207: ...y could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine To be even...

Page 208: ...are cover counterclockwise to remove it Then lift and remove the cover Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove it Then lift off the spacer and remove the spare tire See Compact Spare Tire later...

Page 209: ...s remove them using the wheel wrench If there is a wheel cover you can loosen the nut caps with the wheel wrench but the wheel nut caps do not come off Then using the flat end of the wheel wrench pry...

Page 210: ...wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head 3 Position the jack under the vehicle and raise the jack lift head until it fi...

Page 211: ...ould be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the...

Page 212: ...urfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When...

Page 213: ...uld fall off causing a serious accident 8 Put the spare tire on and then reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held aga...

Page 214: ...ave the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 1b ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the...

Page 215: ...store the flat tire in your trunk Use the following procedure to secure the flat tire in the trunk Put the flat tire in the trunk so the side that faces out when it is on the vehicle is facing down T...

Page 216: ...When you install the wheel cover on the full size tire tighten the nut caps to 5 lb ft 7 N m Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartm...

Page 217: ...ou want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again NOTICE When the compact spare is i...

Page 218: ...s of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle For information about using tire chains on your vehic...

Page 219: ...Things Under the Hood 6 12 Engine Oil 6 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Engine Coolant 6 24 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 25 Power Steering Fluid 6 26 Windshield Washer Flu...

Page 220: ...ou want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manua...

Page 221: ...e outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehi...

Page 222: ...ed Chevrolet dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used repairs may not be covered by your warranty...

Page 223: ...any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact...

Page 224: ...ourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more...

Page 225: ...indicator lamp to light and your fuel tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel contain...

Page 226: ...s clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield w...

Page 227: ...handle located inside the vehicle near the parking brake pedal Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release located under the front edge of the hood Pull the release with...

Page 228: ...6 10 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood you ll see...

Page 229: ...G Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick H Brake Fluid Reservoir I Engine Air Cleaner Filter J Remote Positive Battery Terminal K Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir L Underhood Electrical Center Driver s...

Page 230: ...order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near the front of the engine See Engine Compartment Ove...

Page 231: ...oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located toward the...

Page 232: ...te API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil...

Page 233: ...ecommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your...

Page 234: ...away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil...

Page 235: ...filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t driv...

Page 236: ...les 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choosetohavethisdoneatthedealershipservicedepartment If you do it y...

Page 237: ...applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in...

Page 238: ...o the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally l...

Page 239: ...inkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine tem...

Page 240: ...ngine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTI...

Page 241: ...l should be at the COLD mark or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to the HOT mark or a little higher If this LOW COOLANT light comes on and stays on it means you re low o...

Page 242: ...contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coo...

Page 243: ...let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove t...

Page 244: ...or more information on location Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for...

Page 245: ...eak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your l...

Page 246: ...es may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a f...

Page 247: ...may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pul...

Page 248: ...longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve...

Page 249: ...ft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement In this section you ll find directions for changing the bulbs in some of the lamps on your vehicle See Replacement Bulbs in the Index to find the typ...

Page 250: ...ng it back and away from the headlamp 3 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by raising the lock tab and pulling the connector away from the bulb s base 4 Install the electrical connector to...

Page 251: ...6 33 Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps 1 Open the hood There is one flap on each side of the radiator 2 Open the flap by lifting the tab...

Page 252: ...ard to release the mounting tabs and gently pull the inside of the assembly away from the vehicle 5 Push the tab on the bulb socket and turn it counterclockwise Pull the socket out of the assembly 6 R...

Page 253: ...he stoplamp behind the rear seats in front of the trunk hinges 2 Turn the socket counterclockwise until it stops and pull the bulb and socket out of the assembly 3 Push in the bulb turn it countercloc...

Page 254: ...wing nuts 5 Pull the assembly from the body carefully 6 To remove a socket press the tab turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out 7 Pull the bulb out Do not twist it 8 Push the new bulb into t...

Page 255: ...reinstall the socket Dome Lamp 1 Grasp the front and rear center of the dome lamp cover at the same time Then squeeze and pull downward To help pry the sides loose a screwdriver may be used as an aid...

Page 256: ...lades are more accessible for removal replacement while in this position 3 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 4 While holding the wiper arm away from the glass push the release cli...

Page 257: ...a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious...

Page 258: ...erloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough r...

Page 259: ...s use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the...

Page 260: ...ocation of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Tire Loading Information label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Perfor...

Page 261: ...ere applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by th...

Page 262: ...to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A...

Page 263: ...e 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 w...

Page 264: ...ions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find t...

Page 265: ...uer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these wil...

Page 266: ...oughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Proble...

Page 267: ...oe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild...

Page 268: ...the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not f...

Page 269: ...a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be ne...

Page 270: ...cause you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can al...

Page 271: ...have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the fra...

Page 272: ...plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with...

Page 273: ...the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Ser...

Page 274: ...ght away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overloa...

Page 275: ...of the instrument panel Pull off the cover labeled FUSES to expose the fuses Additional fuses are in the underhood electrical centers on the driver s and passenger s sides of the engine compartment Ci...

Page 276: ...DLC 11 Power Accessory 2 Sunroof Control Unit S E O Accessory Feed Fuse Description 12 Anti Theft PCM Theft Deterrent Module Powertrain Control Module PCM IGN System Relay 13 ABS Electronic Brake Cont...

Page 277: ...l Flasher 31 Not Used 32 Power Locks Door Lock Relay Remote Keyless Entry Receiver 33 DRL MDL Daytime Running Lamp Module S E O Accessory Switch Fuse Description 34 Not Used 35 Not Used 36 Not Used 37...

Page 278: ...electrical center is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Fuse Description Blank Not Used Blank Not Use...

Page 279: ...Not Used Blank Not Used 11 Circuit Breaker C Starter Relay Str Whl Control 2 Power Accessory 2 and Theft Deterrent Relay 12 HD LPS Circuit Breaker to Headlamp Switch 13 ABS ABS Relay Relay Description...

Page 280: ...partment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Fuse Description Blank Not Used R Cmpt Rel Remote Trunk Release Back Up Lamps Remote Control Door Lock Receiver P...

Page 281: ...M Bat fuse 13 Fan Cont 1 Relay Relay Description 14 Fuel Pump 15 A C Cmpr 16 Fan Cont 2 Secondary Cooling Fan Passenger s Side 17 Fan Cont 1 Primary Cooling Fan Driver s Side 18 Ign Syst Replacement B...

Page 282: ...ng be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code J Engine Type 3100 V6 Displacement 19...

Page 283: ...e needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 18 Part C...

Page 284: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Page 285: ...o the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what y...

Page 286: ...s on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your se...

Page 287: ...wing Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or...

Page 288: ...er severe conditions the indicator may come on before 3 000 miles 5 000 km Never drive your vehicle more than 10 000 miles 16 000 km or 12 months without an oil and filter change The system won t dete...

Page 289: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7...

Page 290: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8...

Page 291: ...otation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern...

Page 292: ...otation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In he...

Page 293: ...he Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control S...

Page 294: ...Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tir...

Page 295: ...er towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transa...

Page 296: ...and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine...

Page 297: ...Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather m...

Page 298: ...n any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could...

Page 299: ...e regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parkin...

Page 300: ...and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect...

Page 301: ...m Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspec...

Page 302: ...ake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Power Steering System GM Pow...

Page 303: ...vided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Page 304: ...7 22 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Page 305: ...Procedure 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 7 Cana...

Page 306: ...nts Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE D...

Page 307: ...title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Chevrolet pleas...

Page 308: ...lable in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontin...

Page 309: ...stance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive...

Page 310: ...ers Roadside membership is free however some services may incur costs Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer Basic Care and Courtesy Care D Toll free number 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 text...

Page 311: ...New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with qua...

Page 312: ...ed If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work...

Page 313: ...e Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is avai...

Page 314: ...nnot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washin...

Page 315: ...otify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English...

Page 316: ...service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner...

Page 317: ...the above address for quotation 2001 120 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax GM CHE ORD99 Pric...

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