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Summary of Contents for MALIBU 1998

Page 1: ...I G E N U I N E C H E V R O L E T...

Page 2: ...m LimitedWarranty 4 Courtesy ransportation1 m...

Page 3: ...gerscan 110 Thls I information about safetybeltusage alr One of the firstthingsyou IIpro1 vehicle isadjust the seats Depl able to dothis manuallyor with pa zr I _ I I Read through these pages to learn...

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Page 6: ...ve under different conditions Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Service and Appearance Care Here the m...

Page 7: ...anual in your vehicle so it will be there if youever need it when you reon the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho inU S A Part No 10294281 B...

Page 8: ...rom making carriages to making cars forming half the team thatgave birth to Chevrolet Louis Chevrolet the other half of the team at the wheelof his experimental Classic Six which entered production in...

Page 9: ...transmission and ofered a hosto f accessories including such nicetiesas a clock I 1 The legacy o f America sfavorite sportscar began in 1953 when 319 hand assembled white Corvettes launched the first...

Page 10: ...I I The 1957 Chevy started a romance with the American public and was poweredby an available fiel injected V8 Your new Chevrolet continuesa tradition ofquality and value V...

Page 11: ...nual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings andSymbols You will find a number of safety cautionsin this book We use a box and the word CAUTIONto tell you about things that could hurt...

Page 12: ...that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your w a r r a n t y and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what todo to help avoid the damage When you read o...

Page 13: ...is driven n FASTEN SEAT BELTS These symbols have to do with your lamps SIGNALS ee TURN FOGLAMPS 0 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle These symbols are on some o...

Page 14: ...ne Here Are QuestionsMany People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Driver Position Safety BeltUse During Pregnancy Right Front PassengerPosition SupplementalRest...

Page 15: ...a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is n...

Page 16: ...button Lower the seat by pushingand holding the top of the button To move the seat forward push the rear of the button forward To move theseat backward push the front of the button rearward Raise the...

Page 17: ...seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever and ensure the handle returns to the original position and the seatback is securely locked Pull up on the lever and the seat will go...

Page 18: ...injuries For proper protection when the vehicle isin motion havethe seatback upright Then sit well back in the seatand wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Slide the head restraintup or dow...

Page 19: ...not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejectedfrom it You can beseriously injured orkilled In the same crash you might not beif youare b...

Page 20: ...hes are mild and some crashes can be so serious thateven buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away W...

Page 21: ...I t someone on it Get it up to speed Thenstop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 8...

Page 22: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield I or the instrumentpanel...

Page 23: ...even if you re upside down And your chance of being consciousduring and afteran accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted If my vehicle has air bags why should I have...

Page 24: ...afety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are differentrules for smaller children...

Page 25: ...e slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tiltthe latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle the belt Pull up on the latch p...

Page 26: ...ng pelvic bones And you d be less likel to slide under the lap belt If you slid underit the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt sho...

Page 27: ...sition You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulderbelt guide After you move the adjuster to where you w a n t it try to moveit down without squeezing the release butt to make sure...

Page 28: ...sly hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body I A The shoulder beltis too loose It w...

Page 29: ...u can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled inthe wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forceswould be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause...

Page 30: ...ously 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 andneck injury Also the belt would apply too much for...

Page 31: ...ted across the body A UTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt I a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straightso it can...

Page 32: ...en Like all occupants theyare more likelyto be seriously injuredif they don t wear safety belts 0 I Before youclose the door be sure the belt is out of the way Ifyou slam the door on it you can damage...

Page 33: ...s are designed to help reducethe riskof injury from the forceof an inflating air bag But even these air bags must inflate very quickly if they are to do theirjob and comply with federal regulations He...

Page 34: ...ir bags Thedriver should sitas far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle A CAUTI I 1 Children who are up against or very close to an air bag whenit inflates can be seriously...

Page 35: ...How the Air Bag System Works B i The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tellsyou if there isan electrical problem See AirBag Readiness Light in the Index for more i...

Page 36: ...to that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything betweenan occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any oth...

Page 37: ...kly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing systemdetects that the vehicle is in a crash The sen...

Page 38: ...so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh airby opening a window or door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshiel...

Page 39: ...r costsby turning off the vehicle immediately Don t let anyone start the vehicle even to tow it unless the battery cables are first disconnected ServicingYour Air Bag EquippedVehicle Air bags affect h...

Page 40: ...trike others in the vehicle whoare wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions U 3 Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one pro...

Page 41: ...e sure it is secure If the beltis not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release buttonon the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safet...

Page 42: ...uld cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulderand across the chest These parts of the body arebest able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if...

Page 43: ...t the comfort guide pulls 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 outgro...

Page 44: ...astic cord mustbe under the belt Then place theguide over the belt and insert the twoedges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic c...

Page 45: ...then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward andin between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed Center Passenger Position U 4 Buckle...

Page 46: ...o make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the sameway as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Bel...

Page 47: ...st be restrained while in a vehicle 1 CAUTION 1 Children who are up against or very 4 se to an air bagwhen it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though yourvehicle has reduc...

Page 48: ...small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants needcomplete support including support for the head and neck This is necessarybecause an infant s neck is weak...

Page 49: ...til a crash Duringa crash a baby will become so heavy you can t holdit For example in a crash CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 kmh a 12 1b 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 2404b 110 kg force on y...

Page 50: ...ting a child restraint take into consideration not onlythe child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint willbe compatible withthe niotor vehicle in which it will be used An infantcar...

Page 51: ...nts are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and aboutone year of age This type of restraint facesthe rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a crash...

Page 52: ...ard facingrestraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to102cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible...

Page 53: ...kg and about four to eight yearsof age It s designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap...

Page 54: ...he front seat We at GeneralMotors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in the rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why A child in a rea...

Page 55: ...nchor hardware and installation instructions specifically designed for this vehicle The dealer can then install the anchor for you In Canada this work will be done for you free of charge Or you may in...

Page 56: ...ld restraint instructions will show you how 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbucklethe safety belt quickly if you ever had to Tilt the latch plate...

Page 57: ...you push down onthe child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push downon the child restraint asyou tighten the belt directions tobe...

Page 58: ...t instructions will show you how 4 5 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you wouldbe able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to To tighten the belt pull itsf...

Page 59: ...t Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why 1 46 1 CAUTION A child ina rear facing childrestraint can be seriously injur...

Page 60: ...needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child sface or neck putit behind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make surethe release buttonis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the s...

Page 61: ...sh down on the child restraint asyou tightenthe belt directions to be sure it is secure 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safet...

Page 62: ...so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statisticsshow that childrenare safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they n...

Page 63: ...e to thechild s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have...

Page 64: ...this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force wouldthen be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Whereverthe child sits the lap po...

Page 65: ...or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart underimpact forces If a beltis torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and h...

Page 66: ...ss Entry System TrUnk Theft Passlock New Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Engine Engine CoolantHeater If Equipped AutomaticTransaxleOperation Parking Brake ShiftingInto PARK P Shiftin...

Page 67: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave th...

Page 68: ...ow to make extra keys Keep the tag ina safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have one made easily using this tag If you need a new key go to your dealerfor the correct key code I NOTICE Y...

Page 69: ...enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop yourvehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown outof the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear sa...

Page 70: ...e is not closed properly the ignition is on and you shift from PARK P or NEUTRAL N you will heara chime Also the Door Ajarlight on the instrumentpanel will come on and stayon until the doors are close...

Page 71: ...cle open your door and set the locks from the inside then get out and close the door Keyless Entry System If Equipped If your vehicle has this option you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your...

Page 72: ...heck the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few ste...

Page 73: ...ehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched toit You can match your transmitter to as many 1998 General Motors vehicles as you own aslong as they have the same Keyless EntrySystem Cont...

Page 74: ...ynchronizingthe transmitter withthe receiver Synchronization Your keyless entrysystemis equipped witha security system that prevents anyonefrom recording and playing back your signal The transmitter d...

Page 75: ...ed with the setting on V E N T That will force outside air into your vehicle See 6ComfortControls in theIndex instrument panel openthem all theway If you have air outlets onor under the See Engine Exh...

Page 76: ...ent features we know that nothing we put on it can makeit impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target...

Page 77: ...lock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system The system is armed once the key is removed from the ignition Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned wit...

Page 78: ...gs can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get newbrake linings Don t towa trailer during break in See Towinga Trailer inthe Indexfor more info...

Page 79: ...when theengineis running But even when theengineis not running you can useON to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START D This position sta...

Page 80: ...starts but then stops it couldbe flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your acceleratorpedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in STARTfor a maximum of 15seconds T...

Page 81: ...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 STARTfor up to 15seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine N...

Page 82: ...In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heatercan help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during enginewarm up Usually the coolant heatershouldbe plugged in a minim...

Page 83: ...xtension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before startingthe engine be sure to unplugand store the cord asit was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it couldbe damaged How lo...

Page 84: ...the Index If Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P range before starting the engine Your vehicle has a Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock You have to apply your regular brake before you can shift fr...

Page 85: ...L N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Thisposition is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than35 mph 56 km h push your...

Page 86: ...you can damage your transaxle Use AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or THIRD 3 as much as possible Don tshift into SECOND 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph 105 km h or you can damage yourengine FIRST 1 This...

Page 87: ...ke hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push downthe parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brakesystemwarning light willcome on To release the parking bra...

Page 88: ...n t move even when you re on fairlylevel ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the par...

Page 89: ...hift lever away from PARK P without first pushing the button If you can it means thatthe shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hilland you don t shift your tr...

Page 90: ...he shift intothe gear you wish Press the shift lever button before movingthe shift lever If you ever hold thebrake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to ACC 2 Apply...

Page 91: ...only with all thewindows down to 0 Have yourvehicle fixed immediately or different modified improperly blow out anyCO and Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not topark with the engine...

Page 92: ...icle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting IntoPAR...

Page 93: ...switch Press LOCK OUT to stop front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still control all the windows with the lock on Press the LOCK OUT button again for normal window...

Page 94: ...l the way up or down When theturnisfinished the lever will return automaticall An arrowon the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal alane change just raise...

Page 95: ...o Pass This 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 signaVmultifunction lever toward you until the high beam head...

Page 96: ...hat damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snowfrom the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshiel...

Page 97: ...In freezing weather don t use your washer un the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washe fluid canform ice on the windshield blocking your vision When you release the button the washers will stop bu...

Page 98: ...5 mph 40km h When you apply your brake thecruise control shuts off A CAUTION I Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on windin...

Page 99: ...mph 40km h or more you can You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you press the ACCEL RESUME button longer th half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you releas...

Page 100: ...ise Control on Hills How well yourcruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steephills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal t...

Page 101: ...turn signal lever end cap up two positions to turn on Headlamps ParkingLamps SidemarkerLamps 0 Taillamps LicensePlateLamps InstrumentPanelLights Rotate the switch to OFF to turn allof the lampsoff La...

Page 102: ...illuminated The DRL system will remain off anytime your vehicle is in PARK P or the parking brake is engaged As with any vehicle you shouldturn on the regular headlamp systemwhen you need it Your veh...

Page 103: ...ed on When the high beams are turned off the fog lamps willcome on again Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control You can brightenor dim the instrument panel cluster lights by rotating the sw...

Page 104: ...ipped with a battery saverfeat designedto protectyour vehicle s battery When any interiorlamp trunk reading footwell or glove box isleft on when the ignitionis turned off the battery saversystem will...

Page 105: ...river s door To adjust your passenger s side mirror sit in the driver s seat and have a passenger adjust the mirror for you Power Remote ControlMirror If Equipped g This switch is located on the armre...

Page 106: ...y into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Center Console Storage Area Storage Compartments Glove Box The c...

Page 107: ...ument panel cupholder is located to the left of the steering wheel To use it pull it out until the rubber insert is revealed The insert is removable for easy cleaning To clean it use spray window clea...

Page 108: ...lat when you re not usingit Ashtray and Lighter The ashtray is located atthe lower part of the center of the instrumentpanel To remove the ashtrayfor cleaning pull upon the metal tab and pullthe bin o...

Page 109: ...on the passenger s side visor When you lift the cover the light will turn on Accessory Power Outlet The accessory power outlet is locatedto the rightof the ashtray You can useit to plug in additional...

Page 110: ...the vent and full open positions the airflow can be adjusted for driving comfortby pushing and holding the switchforwarduntil the sunroof movesto a desired position To close the sunroof push the swit...

Page 111: ...Instrument Panel...

Page 112: ...tpanel are A InstrumentPanel Brightness Control B Fog Lamp Switch If Equipped C T u r n SignaVMultifunctionLever D Cruise Control Switches If Equipped E InstrumentCluster F Windshield Wipermasher Leve...

Page 113: ...Your vehicle is equipped with this cluster or one very similar It includes indicator warninglights and gages that are explained on the following pages Be sure to read them WASH LOW SYSTEM THEFT CHECK...

Page 114: ...your vehicleneeds a new odometerinstalled Ifthe new one can be set to the mileagetotal of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver...

Page 115: ...repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also saveyou or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem withone of your vehicle s func...

Page 116: ...n Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel whichshowsthe air bagsymbol The system checks the air bag s electricalsystemfor malfunctions The light tells youif...

Page 117: ...this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Brake System Warning Li...

Page 118: ...uhave a brakeproblem Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lockbrake system thislight will come on when you turn your ignition onor start your engine and it will stay on for three seconds...

Page 119: ...stop your vehicleand turn off theengine as soon as possible In Problems on the Road this manual showswhat to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light I This light comes on brie...

Page 120: ...This systemis also designedto assist your service technician in correctly diagnosingany malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving yourvehicle with this light on after awhile your emission controls may n...

Page 121: ...emains on steady see If the LightIs On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe todo so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehic Turn the keyoff wait at least10sec...

Page 122: ...e above steps have made thelight turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanicalor electric...

Page 123: ...a3100engine then CHECK you will have CHECK OIL OIL light in your instrumen panel cluster This light will come on briefly whenyou start your vehicle If the light stays on after starting your vehicle o...

Page 124: ...nition toON The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the Passlock system has entered a tampermode If the vehiclefails to start see Passlock in the Index If the lightcomes on...

Page 125: ...Your fuel gage tells you abouthow much fuel you have left when the ignition is on When the indicator nears E EMPTY the light will come on and you will hear a chime You still have a little fuel left b...

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Page 128: ...pped Ventilation System Audio Systems Setting the Clock for Systemswithout Automatic Tone Control Setting the Clock for Systemswith Automatic Tone Control 3 7 3 9 3 14 3 18 3 19 3 21 3 21 3 22 3 23 3...

Page 129: ...hefan off which will also turn the climate control systemoff turn the knob all th way to the left In any other setting the fan will run continuously The fan mustbe on to run the air conditioning compr...

Page 130: ...it is pressed Recirculationis available in allmodes except defog and defrost It is not recommended to use this button in the FLOOR mode with heat It is useful to quickly cool the vehicle on hotdays Ou...

Page 131: ...tHeater inthe Index Defogging and Defrosting Windows Your systemhas two settings for clearing thefront and side windows For each setting adjust the temperatur control as desired To defrost the front w...

Page 132: ...temporary vehicle license across the defogger grid onthe rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or anything else sharp on the insideof the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warmin...

Page 133: ...ll close all outside ven Audio Systems Your DelcoElectronics audio system has been design to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoymentout of it if you acquain...

Page 134: ...e radio willgo to a station stop for a few seconds thengo on tothe next station The radio will scan up or down the radio band dependingon thearrow you pressed first Press bothSEEK arrows or the upper...

Page 135: ...1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET willappearon the display 3 Press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time withinfive seconds The sound will mute When it returns release the button...

Page 136: ...volume turn the knob to the right Turn it to the left to decrease volume The knob is capable of rotating continuously RECALL Press this buttonto recall the station being played If you press the button...

Page 137: ...ption The AUTO TONE setting stored for that pushbutton will be automatically chosen Press P SCAN or one of the pushbuttons again to stop scanning P SCAN will be displayed whenever the tune is in the P...

Page 138: ...bs 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 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than t...

Page 139: ...rection arrow blinks during NEXT or SEEK operation The sound will muteduringNEXT orSEEK operation Press this button or one of the SEEK arrows again to return to normal play REV 4 Press this button to...

Page 140: ...assette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five secondsto reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset CD Adapter Kits It is...

Page 141: ...reases the volume as necessar to overcome noiseat any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you d If you don t wantto use SCV turn the control all the way down Each...

Page 142: ...reception The AUTO TONE setting storedfor that pushbuttonwill be automatically chosen Press P SCAN or one of the pushbuttonsagain to stop scanning P SCAN will be displayed whenever the tuner is in the...

Page 143: ...nd between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in...

Page 144: ...ow long it has been playing elapsed time The track number also appears when you change the volume or when a new track starts to play AM FM Press this button to play the radio when a di is in the playe...

Page 145: ...needed for the playerto stop at the beginning of the selection The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation andthe sound will mute in this mode NEXT 2 Press NEXTor the SEEK up arrow t...

Page 146: ...e radio will display to show the indicator was reset Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio Itworks by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whene...

Page 147: ...secret code 9 Press AM FM and this time the display will show SECto let you know that your radio is secure The indicator by the volume control will begin flashing when the ignition is turned off 1 LO...

Page 148: ...won t turn on and LOC will appear on the display To unlock a secured radio see Unlockingthe Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section Understanding Radio Reception AM The ran...

Page 149: ...m Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failureof the tape player Your tape p...

Page 150: ...leaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection feature is active again recommended cleaning time You may also choose a non scrubbingaction wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabri...

Page 151: ...spingthe outeredges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD opti...

Page 152: ...11 4 12 4 13 4 14 4 16 Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 19 4 20 4 2...

Page 153: ...entable 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 goin...

Page 154: ...ink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmentalreasons for these laws The obviousway to solve this highway safety problem is for people never todnnk alcohol and then drive But what...

Page 155: ...me other countries it s even lower The BAC limitfor all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks inone hour Of course as we v...

Page 156: ...person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries tothe brain spinalcord or heart This means that whenanyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chan...

Page 157: ...up your foot anddo it That s reaction time Average reaction timeis about 3 4of a second But that s only an average It might be less withone driver and as longas two or three seconds or more with anot...

Page 158: ...d 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 mayget harder to push down If your engine stops you will stillhave some...

Page 159: ...nti lock system can change the brake pressure faste than any driver could The computer is programmed to make themost of available tire and road conditions Here s how anti lock works Let s say the road...

Page 160: ...Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s importantto takecurves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happenon curves Here s why Experienceddriver or begin...

Page 161: ...e curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steeringin Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopp...

Page 162: ...ood reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off RoadRecovery You may find that your right wheels havedropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you...

Page 163: ...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 Do not get...

Page 164: ...s brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an e...

Page 165: ...or braking includingenginebraking by shifting toa lower gear Any sudden changescould cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recog...

Page 166: ...They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for y...

Page 167: ...enly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy can make it harder to seeroad...

Page 168: ...to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them 4 17 I Wet brakescan cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose con...

Page 169: ...ning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best adviceis to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive...

Page 170: ...e time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving 0 Treat a green lightas a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enoughto need it When a light turns green and just befo...

Page 171: ...rge into the gap at clos to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal chec your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Tryto blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once youare...

Page 172: ...done before starting out Of course you ll findexperienced and able service expertsin Chevroletdealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some thi...

Page 173: ...es your vehicle can leave the road inless than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware thatit can happen Then here are some tips Make sure you...

Page 174: ...lope Coasting dow i n NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do a l l the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have...

Page 175: ...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 drivin...

Page 176: ...ld snow orice can be slick and hard to driveon But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least tractionof all You can get wetice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain...

Page 177: ...re the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimesthe surfaceof a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of...

Page 178: ...gine to keep warm but be careful aCAUTION Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle This can cause deadlyCO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcomeyou and kill you You can t see it ors...

Page 179: ...e 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 Recreational VehicleTow...

Page 180: ...tion To replace a fuse 1 Set the parking brake 2 Remove the keyfrom the ignition switch 3 Replacethe fuse I NOTICE 1 Position the vehicle to tow and then secure it 2 Turn the ignition switch to OFF 3...

Page 181: ...PSIi28KPa SEE OWNER S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry The Tire Loading Information labe found onthe rear edge of the driver s si...

Page 182: ...hicle Weight Rating The GVWR includesthe weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo Never exceedthe GVWR for your vehicle or the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR for either the front or rear axle...

Page 183: ...e it whenever you can Don t leave a seat folded down unless you need to Towing a Trailer I A CAUTION I If you don t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a tr...

Page 184: ...eds and under greater loads generating extra heat What smore the trailer adds considerably to wind resistance increasing the pulling requirements If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are...

Page 185: ...ring information or advice or you can write us at ChevroletMotor Division Customer Assistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada write to General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Communi...

Page 186: ...driver s door or see LoadingYour Vehicle in the Index Then be sure you don tgo over the GVW limitfor your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s importantto have the correct h...

Page 187: ...ot t r y to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experien Before setting out for t...

Page 188: ...om of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to theleft To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if pos...

Page 189: ...ailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades NOTICE Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding 6 miles 9 6 km Extended higher than normal engine and transaxle temperatures may result and damag...

Page 190: ...ce chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorbthe load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply yourparking 5 Release the reg...

Page 191: ...tment Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will helpyou find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically...

Page 192: ...at can occur on the road 5 2 5 2 5 3 5 8 5 12 Hazard Warning Flashers Other WarningDevices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating 5 15 5 22 5 22 5 32 5 33 Cooling System If a Tire Goes F...

Page 193: ...n Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off To turnoff the flashers press the switch aga...

Page 194: ...ontain enough electricity to If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you burn you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costlydamage to yourvehicle that woul...

Page 195: ...sary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessorypower outlet T u r noff all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In additi...

Page 196: ...epresent Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water andget medical help immediately 6 Check th...

Page 197: ...to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehiclehas one 9 Now connectthe black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end...

Page 198: ...e battery is much less Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the enginefor a while Try to startthe vehicle withthe dead battery If it won t start aftera few tries it probably needs servi...

Page 199: ...ect Before you do anything turn on the hazard warning flashers When you call tell the towing service That your vehiclecannot be towed from the front or rear with sling typeequipment as described later...

Page 200: ...ecured This can cause a collision serious personal injury and vehicle damage The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported Don t usesubstitutes ropes leath...

Page 201: ...OTICE Continued Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly and r...

Page 202: ...ed NOTICE Continued Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle Damage can occur from vehicle to ground or vehicle to wheel lift equipment To help avoid damage install a towing dolly a...

Page 203: ...gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage in the Index You will also find a low coolant level warning light on your vehicle s instrument panel See Low Coolant Warning...

Page 204: ...e is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it...

Page 205: ...as necessary 3 If you re in a jam shiftto NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gearwhile driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheatwarning you can drive Just to b...

Page 206: ...Cooling System When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 2 4L Engine 3100 Engine A Coolant Surge Tank with PressureLap B Electric CoolingEngine Fans...

Page 207: ...and tools away ifrom any underhood electric fa If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until itcools down The coolant level should be at or above FULL COLD mark...

Page 208: ...d Coolant to the Coolant SurgeTank If you haven tfound a problem yet but the coolant leve isn t at FULL COLD mark or slightly higher add a 50 50 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and DEX COO...

Page 209: ...re theproper coolant mixturewill Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get th...

Page 210: ...e glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine I k 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system includingthe coolant s...

Page 211: ...2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture up to FULL COLD mark or slightly higher 5 20...

Page 212: ...nside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the levelis lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reachesFULL COLD 5 Then replace the pressurecap Be sure the pres...

Page 213: ...e under control by steering theway you wantthe vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tiregoes flat the next par...

Page 214: ...the cover See Compact SpareTire later in this sectionfor more information about the compact spare You will find thejacking instructions label on the underside of the tire cover The following steps wi...

Page 215: ...ve it Then lift off the adapter and remove the spare tire T 1 L 1 Remove thejack and wheel wrenchfrom the trunk Your vehicle sjack and wheel wrench are stored in a foam tray The tools you llbe using i...

Page 216: ...he wheel nut caps but do not try to remove the caps from the cover 3 Somemodels areequippedwith aluminum wheels Remove thecoverplate to find the wheel nuts Carefully usethe wedge endof the wheel wrenc...

Page 217: ...el wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 5 Position thejack and raise thejack head until itfits firmly intothe notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire Put the compact sp...

Page 218: ...ith thejack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit thejack lift headinto the proper location before...

Page 219: ...laces where thewheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a clothor a paper towel to do this but be sure touse ascraper orwire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off...

Page 220: ...TION 1 Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead toan accident Be sure touse the correctwheel nuts If you have to re...

Page 221: ...swon t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare Storing the Flat Tire and Tools I A CAUTION F Storing a jack a tire or ot...

Page 222: ...tof the vehicle could cause injury Ina sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place The compact spare isfor temporary use only Replace the compact...

Page 223: ...e compact spareis made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 k d h for distancesup to 3 000miles 5000km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you wan...

Page 224: ...uck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spinyour wheels too fast The method knownas rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use cauti...

Page 225: ...ing Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That wi clear the area around your front wheels Then shift b and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wh...

Page 226: ...ntainer CheckingThings Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner AutomaticTransaxleFluid Engine Coolant Surge Tank PressureCap Thermostat Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery 6 31 6...

Page 227: ...you want to do some of your own service work you want to use the proper Chevrolet Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle th this manual can To order the proper servic...

Page 228: ...ded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher At a minimum it should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3 5 M93 in Canada Improved gasoline specifications have been developedby t...

Page 229: ...erator whether or not his fuel contains MMT GeneralMotors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used sparkplug life may be reduced and your emission control system p...

Page 230: ...club or contact a major oil company that does business inthe country where you ll be driving You can also write usat the following address for advice Just tell us where you regoing and give your Vehic...

Page 231: ...the tethered cap inside the fuel door If you get gasoline on yourselfand then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline canspray outon you if youopen the fuel filler cap too quickly Thi...

Page 232: ...tank andemissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container Never fill a portable fuel containerwhile it is in your vehicle Static electricity...

Page 233: ...on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not t...

Page 234: ...ehandle before lifting the hood Lift the hood release the hood prop rod from its retainer and put the hood prop intothe slot marked PROP ROD Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on...

Page 235: ...you open the hood you ll see A Engine Coolant Surge Tank B Engine Oil Fill Cap C Engine Oil Dipstick D Power Steering Fluid Reservoir E Brake Fluid Reservoir F AirCleaner G Battery H Windshield Washe...

Page 236: ...hen you open the hood you ll see A Engine CoolantSurgeTank B Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Fill Cap D Engine Oil Dipstick E Brake Fluid Reservoir F AirCleaner G Battery H Windshield Wash...

Page 237: ...away For more information see Check OilLight in the Index You should check your engineoil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engineoil every time you get fuel In...

Page 238: ...ine and give the oil a few minutes to drain backinto the oil pan If you don t theoil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel...

Page 239: ...kind of oil to use For crankcasecapacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark thats...

Page 240: ...cap for the 3100engine is located on the front of the engine Be sure to fill it enough to put the levelsomewherein the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through...

Page 241: ...of the oil container lr you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into yourengineis American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oi...

Page 242: ...ion for your engine at extremelylow temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you thinksomethingshould be added When to Change Engine Oil If an...

Page 243: ...acturer s warnings aboutthe use and disposal of oil pro ts Used oilcan be a real threat to the environment If you changeyour ownoil be sure to drain all free flowing oil fromthe filter before disposal...

Page 244: ...iving Automatic Transaxle Fluid It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your Chevrolet deal...

Page 245: ...oblem with engineoverheating see Engine Overheating in the Index 8 A 50 50mixture of water andDEX COOL coolant wilk 0 Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C 0 Give boiling protection up to 265O F...

Page 246: ...ur engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50mixture of clean waterand DEX COOL coolant NOTICE I f yo...

Page 247: ...engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot When your eng...

Page 248: ...make sureit is tight Surge Tank Pressure Cap I NOTICE Your pressure capis an 15psi 105kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installedto prevent coolantloss and possible enginedamage from overheati...

Page 249: ...D mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper...

Page 250: ...l NOTICE When using concentrated washerfluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage yo...

Page 251: ...d since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good ideato top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid w...

Page 252: ...h as Delco Supreme 11 GM P a r t No 12377967 Use new brake fluidfrom a sealed container only Always clean thebrake fluid reservoircap and the area around thecap before removingit This will help keep d...

Page 253: ...off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear d r u m brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make high pitched warning sou...

Page 254: ...brakes inspected too Brake linings shouldalwaysbe replacedas complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealerif the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase i...

Page 255: ...o expect can change in many other waysif someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Every new Chevrolet has an ACDelco Freedom battery You never have to add water to one of these When i...

Page 256: ...s not listed in this section contact your Chevroletdealer service department Halogen Bulbs A CAUTION I Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burstif you drop or scratch the bulb You or oth...

Page 257: ...ly and remove it 2 Carefully pull directly up on the two latches 3 Remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle by pulling forward Use care not to scratch the vehicl with the lamp or the lamp with the fe...

Page 258: ...lace thelamp to its original position by carefully lining up the lamp to the mounting balls 8 Press downon the two latches Replace the splash shield by pushing down on the retainer Center High Mounted...

Page 259: ...TaiYStopFIhrn SignaVBack Up Lamps 1 Unscrew the fastener located on the insideof the trunk at the rear of the vehicle 2 Gently pull back the trunk trim A Back up Lamp B Taillamp Stop Lamp C Rear T u...

Page 260: ...3 Remove the three plastic wingnuts 4 Pull out the taillamp assembly to expose the backplate...

Page 261: ...of the backplateare securely fastenedto the taillamp assembly before installing it on the vehicle When securing the lamp assembly back into place align the assembly so that the trunk lid doesn t cont...

Page 262: ...igh quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your ChevroletWarranty booklet for details A CAUTION Poorly ma...

Page 263: ...howsthe correct inflation pressuresfor your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sittingfor at least three hours or driven no more than 1mile 1 6km NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you...

Page 264: ...Rotation Tires shouldbe rotated every6 000to 8 000miles 10 000to 13000 k m Any time you noticeunusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possibleand check wheel alignment Also check for damagedtires or...

Page 265: ...eto use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing aFlat Tire in the Index When It s Time for New Tires One wayto tell when it s time for new tiresis to...

Page 266: ...r tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires Mixing tires could caus...

Page 267: ...formanceCriteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear gradeis a comparativerating based on the wear rateof the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For e...

Page 268: ...erly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure The wheels on your vehicle wer...

Page 269: ...tires lose air and makeyou lose control You could havea collisionin which you or others couldbe injured Always use the correctwheel wheelbolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrongwheel can...

Page 270: ...be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst intoflame if you strike a match or get them ona hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerousif you breathe their fumes in a closed space When youuse anythin...

Page 271: ...n before they set Carefully scrapeoff any excess stain Use a clean clothor sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn If a ringforms after spot cleaning cl...

Page 272: ...ool water andallow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi PurposeInterior Cleaner Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove di...

Page 273: ...cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because th...

Page 274: ...Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Don t use strongsoaps or chemicaldetergents Use liquid hand dish or car washing mild detergent soaps You can get GM approved cleaning products fr...

Page 275: ...painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weathe and chemicalfallout thatcan take their toll over a peri of years You can help to keep the paint finish l...

Page 276: ...sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Finish Damage Any stone chips fractur...

Page 277: ...as of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing systemcan do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a c...

Page 278: ...d acrylics Plexiglas TM plastic rubber and vinvl 16oz 0 473L 16oz 0 473L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils 16oz 0 473...

Page 279: ...icle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is theenginecode This code will help you identify your en...

Page 280: ...is protected by fuses one for each headlamp in thefuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this happens have your headlampwiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The w...

Page 281: ...same amperage Justpick a featureof your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and useits fuse if it is the correct amperage Replaceit as soon as you can Also there...

Page 282: ...ge Radio Wipers Trunk Release and Remote Lock Control Turn Signals STOPLPS HAZARD LPS IPCIHVAC BATT MICRO RELAY TRUNK REL CIRCUIT BRKR PWR SEATS MICRO RELAY DR UNLOCK MICRO RELAY DR LOCK MICRO RELAY D...

Page 283: ...W C HVAC BLOWER D CRUISE E FOG LPS F INT LPS G RDO BATT H SUNROOF Fuse A Usage Instrument Panel Lights Dimmer Cruise Control ClimateControl System Cruise Control Fog Lamps Interior Lamps Body Function...

Page 284: ...he engine compartment near the air cleaner Fuse Usage Maxi Fuses 1 2 3 Ignition Switch Left Hand Electrical Center Power Seats Power Mirrors Door Locks Trunk Release and Remote Lock Control Left Hand...

Page 285: ...ng Compressor 17 Not Used 1 Fuel Pump 19 Automatic Light Control Micro Relays Fuse 20 21 22 Mini Fuses 23 32 33 34 35 36 37 43 44 Usage Automatic Light Control Horn Daytime RunningLamps Spare Fuse Hol...

Page 286: ...l Pump Injectors Generator Right Hand Headlamp Left Hand Headlamp Cooling Fan HVAC Blower ClimateControl Fuse Pullerfor Mini Fuses Tach Test Pointfor DiagnosticTesting ReplacementBulbs OutsideLamps Bu...

Page 287: ...ing be sure to fillto the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 2 4L Engine Specifications VIN Engine Code T Type L4 Displacement 2 4 Li...

Page 288: ...nch 1 27 mm 3100 AC Type 041 940 Platinum Plug Gap 0 060 inch 1 52 mm Passenger s Side 19 inches 48 cm Driver s Side 22 inches 56 cm Engine Oil Filter Spark Plugs Windshield Wiper Blades Vehicle Dimen...

Page 289: ...b NOTES...

Page 290: ...NOTES 6 65...

Page 291: ...b NOTES 6 66...

Page 292: ...uction How This Section is Organized P a r tA ScheduledMaintenanceServices Short Trip City Definition Short TripKity Intervals Long Tripmghway Definition Long Tripmghway Intervals 7 7 Short TripKity M...

Page 293: ...e Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep y vehicle in good working condition but also helpsthe environment All recommended maintenance procedur are important Improper vehicle ma...

Page 294: ...n easily do to helpkeep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains importantinspections that your dealer s servicedepartmentor anotherqualified service center shou...

Page 295: ...our dealer This part tells you the maintenanceservices you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealerfor your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supportedse...

Page 296: ...eyour vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down soonex Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months...

Page 297: ...00Miles 12500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs firs Tire Rotation Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 k m Air CleanerFilter Replacement Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Ever...

Page 298: ...following Footnotes The U S EnvironmentalProtection Agency or the California AirResources Board has determinedthat the failure to perform this maintenanceitem will not nullify the emission warranty o...

Page 299: ...geengineoil and filter or every3months whichever occurs first 0 Rotatetires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service rotation patternand additional informat...

Page 300: ...oil and filter or every3 months whicheveroccurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Inspect air cleanerfilter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Ser...

Page 301: ...ire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission ControlService rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 0 Changeengineoil and filter or every3 mo...

Page 302: ...tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper 33 000 Miles 55 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfirst An Emission Control Service 36 000 Miles 6...

Page 303: ...er An Emission Control Service rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75000 km 0 Changeengineoil and filter or every3 months whichever occurs first El Inspect air cleane...

Page 304: ...ditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperatureregularly reaches90 F In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery servic...

Page 305: ...ern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every3 months whichever occurs fist An Emission ControlService DATE I DATE MILEAGE 60 000Miles 100 00...

Page 306: ...Miles I05 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occursfist An Emission ControlService 44 000 Miles I10 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occ...

Page 307: ...filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions An Emission ControlService Replacefilter if necessary An EmissionControlService See...

Page 308: ...ires See Tire Inspectionand Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter...

Page 309: ...rn and additional information See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper 93 000 Miles 155 000 km Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occur...

Page 310: ...e vehicle is mainly driven An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service under one or more of these conditions In heavy city trafficwhere the outside temperatureregularly reaches90 F In hill...

Page 311: ...efill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occursfirst See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure t...

Page 312: ...lowing Footnotes 7The 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...

Page 313: ...0 Change engineoil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service rotation pattern and additio...

Page 314: ...ation See footnote An Emission Control Service 0 Inspect fuel tank cap and linesfor damage or leaks Inspect fuelcap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service Seefootnot...

Page 315: ...ons In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service...

Page 316: ...n patternand additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service 0 Inspect fuel tank cap and linesfor damage or leaks Inspect fuelcap gasket for any damage Repl...

Page 317: ...roper An Emission ControlService rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0 Change engineoil and filter or every12monms whichever occursfirst 0Replaceair cleane...

Page 318: ...eplace spark plugs 0 Change automatictransaxle fluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven An Emission Control Service An Emission Control Service under one or more of these conditions In heavy ci...

Page 319: ...sh and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occursfirst See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pr...

Page 320: ...e oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check theengine coolant level and addDEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary Se...

Page 321: ...Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts thatappearworn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Automatic Tra...

Page 322: ...position your vehicle needs service 3 Try to start the engine in each gear The starter I A CAUTION I When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be inj...

Page 323: ...Beready to apply the regular brake at once should thevehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To...

Page 324: ...es 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 thecomp...

Page 325: ...he complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings f...

Page 326: ...11 Brake Fluid GM PartNo 12377967or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid USAGE Power Steering System Automatic Transaxle Key Lock Cylinders Windshield Washer Solvent Hood Latch Assembly SecondaryLatch Pivots...

Page 327: ...ided after the maintenance interval Any additionalinformationfrom OwnerChecks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added o the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance rece...

Page 328: ...Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICEDBY READING...

Page 329: ...I Maintenance Record 7 38...

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Page 332: ...ion Procedure CustomerAssistance for Text Telephone TTY Users ChevroletRoadsideAssistance Program CanadianRoadsideAssistance CourtesyTransportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolutio...

Page 333: ...However if a concern has no been resolved to your completesatisfaction take the followingsteps STEPONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly reso...

Page 334: ...French For helpoutside of the UnitedStates and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate In Mexico 525 625 3256 In herto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In the U S VirginI...

Page 335: ...nter P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada write to GeneralMotors of CanadaLimited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel SamDrive Oshawa OntarioLlH 8P7 Refer to your Warranty and Owne...

Page 336: ...umber willprovide you over the phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems If your problem cannotbe resolved over the phone our advisors have access to a nationwidenetwork of dealer recom...

Page 337: ...onjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warrant to eligible purchasers of 1998 Chevrolet passenger car and light duty trucks Please see your selling dealer fo...

Page 338: ...e the followingavailable to give tothe advisor 0 VehicleIdentificationNumber VIN Licenseplatenumber Vehiclecolor 0 Vehiclelocation 0 Telephone number whereyou can be reached 0 Vehicle mileage Descript...

Page 339: ...Note All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevroletdealer service management Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs 0 ChevroletCourtesy Transportationis not pa...

Page 340: ...rty can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty To assist in resolving these disagreements Chevroletvoluntari...

Page 341: ...Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 Warranty Information Your vehicle comes witha separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO T...

Page 342: ...you ll notify us Please callus at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet CustomerAssistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada pleasecall us at 1 800 263 3777 Englis...

Page 343: ...e the Mainte RETAIL SELL PRICE 90 00 Schedule for all models TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustmentsand s...

Page 344: ...e Iffurther information IS needed write to the addresss Rown below or call 1 800 782 4356 Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip w information within 30 days of delivery On return...

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Page 346: ...ng 6 50 Antenna Fixed 3 24 Antifreeze 6 20 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 53 4 7 Brakes 2 53 4 7 Anti Theft Radio 3 19 Appearancecare 6 45 AppearanceCareMaterials 6 53 Arbitration Program 8 9...

Page 347: ...Compact Disc Player 3 24 Care ofYour Compact Discs 3 24 CassetteDeckService 7 29 CassetteTapePlayer 3 9 3 18 Cassette Tape Player Care 3 22 CDAdapterKit 3 13 CDPlayer 3 14 CD Player Theft Deterrent Fe...

Page 348: ...23 Checking 6 22 Heater Engine 2 17 SurgeTank 5 15 SurgeTank Pressure Cap 6 23 CoolingSystem 5 15 Courtesy Transportation 8 8 CruiseControl 2 33 Cruise Light 2 59 Cupholder CenterConsole 2 42 Cupholde...

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Page 350: ...omer Assistance 8 4 Heating 3 4 High BeamHeadlamps 2 30 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 HillandMountainRoads 4 22 Hitches Trailer 4 35 Hood Checking Things Under 6 8 Release 6 8 Horn 2 28 Hydroplaning 4 18 Igni...

Page 351: ...ice 7 3 0 KeylessEntry System 2 6 tion 2 7 Keys 2 2 Maintenance o r m Replacementparts 6 63 Wtenmce Recard 7 36 Maintenance Sckdule 7 1 Intrctductbn 7 2 LongTrip Highway Definition 7 6 Long Trip Highw...

Page 352: ...4 MountainRoads 4 22 Multifunction Lever 2 29 ShortTrip CityIntervals 7 5 Net Convenience 2 43 Neutral AutomaticTransaxle 2 20 NewVehicle Break In 2 13 Nightvision 4 15 Odometer 2 49 Odometer Trip 2 4...

Page 353: ...4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 35 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 28 Inside Daymight 2 39 Refrigerants AirConditioning 6 62 Remote Cassette Tape Player 3 18 Remote Trunk Release 2 10 TrunkReleas...

Page 354: ...s 7 4 SeatAdjuster 1 2 1 52 Seatback RecliningFront 1 4 Seats ManualFront 1 2 Use During Pregnancy 1 19 Power 1 3 Rear 1 5 RestraintSystems 1 2 SeatControls 1 2 Securing a Child Restraint 1 42 SecondG...

Page 355: ...hometer 2 50 Taillamp Bulb Replacement 6 34 TapePlayerCare 3 22 Theft 2 11 Theft Deterrent Feature CD Player 3 19 Thermostat 6 23 Third Gear Automatic Transaxle 2 21 TiltSteeringWheel 2 28 Time Settin...

Page 356: ...4 36 Tongueweight 4 34 Total Weight on Tires 4 35 Towing 4 32 Turnsignals 4 38 Weight 4 34 Transaxle Automatic 6 19 IgnitionLockCheck 7 32 Transmitters KeylessEntrySystem 2 6 Transportation Courtesy 8...

Page 357: ...9 6 62 Replacement 6 43 UsedReplacement 6 44 Wrench 5 23 Windows 2 27 Auto Down 2 28 LockOutSwitch 2 28 Power 2 27 I WindshieldWasher 2 32 Fluid 2 32 6 25 FluidLevelCheck 7 29 Windshield Wipers 6 55 W...

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