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Summary of Contents for Optra 2005

Page 1: ... 3 26 Audio System s 3 42 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 33 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Headlamp Aiming 5 37 Bulb Replacement 5 38 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 44 Tires 5 45 Appearance Care 5 66 Vehicle Identification 5 75 Electrical System 5 75 Capacities and Specifications 5 82 Norm...

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

Page 3: ...ION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen iii ...

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

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...5 Infants and Young Children 1 27 Child Restraint Systems 1 31 Where to Put the Restraint 1 34 Top Strap 1 35 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 36 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 43 Airbag Syste...

Page 8: ... you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a sliding storage tray under the front seat the manual seat lever looks like this Pull up and hold the lever located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the sea...

Page 9: ...age tray under the front seat the manual seat bar looks like this Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Driver Seat Tilt Adjuster The manual drivers seat tilt adjuster knobs are located on the outboard side of the seat cushi...

Page 10: ...port for the lower part of the seatback Pull the lever up to return the support to its original position Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked Pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will ...

Page 11: ...b because it will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can not do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback...

Page 12: ...upward Push in the release button in order to adjust the position downward The rear head restraints may also be adjusted Push in the release button and move the head restraint to the desired position To remove the head restraint pull the head restraint all the way up Then push in the release button and lift the head restraint from the guide sleeve Replace the head restraint and reset it in the ori...

Page 13: ...he rear head restraints as far down as possible 2 Press down on the release button located on top of the rear seatback 3 Fold the rear seatback forward and down CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked 1 7 ...

Page 14: ... 2 Push rearward firmly on the top of the seatback until it latches securely in the fully upright position Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where he or she can not wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you...

Page 15: ...ee Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 29 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a crash you do not know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of the...

Page 16: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 10 ...

Page 17: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...sions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an excellent driver but if you are in an accident even one that is not your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40...

Page 20: ...ss you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 24 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety b...

Page 21: ...under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...oo loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 16 ...

Page 23: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 17 ...

Page 24: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 18 ...

Page 25: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...lt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move the shoulder belt height adjuster down press the release button and move the height adjuster to the desired position After you move the height adjuster to where you wa...

Page 27: ...r pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 14 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Ac...

Page 28: ...lt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Be sure you are using the correct buckle and that the latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 24 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the ...

Page 29: ...injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase inju...

Page 30: ...ont passenger They help the safety belts reduce a person s forward movement in a moderate to severe crash in which the front of the vehicle hits something Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 63 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s...

Page 31: ...er belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buc...

Page 32: ...der belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that ...

Page 33: ...child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained whil...

Page 34: ...oes not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 28 ...

Page 35: ...d or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 29 ...

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

Page 37: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a ...

Page 38: ...of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 32 ...

Page 39: ...d restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of the in...

Page 40: ...fant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear...

Page 41: ... require the top strap always to be anchored Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored do not use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In ...

Page 42: ...attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location Top strap anchors are already installed in your vehicle for the rear seating positions Do not secure a child restraint with a top strap in the right fro...

Page 43: ...f the vehicle Remove the cargo cover before installing the top strap The cargo cover should remain off while the top strap anchor is in use You will find the two anchors A for the outside seating positions on your wagon on the rear cargo floor B behind the rear seat Hatchback Wagon Outside Positions 1 37 ...

Page 44: ...agon on the ceiling B Each top strap anchor is covered by a plastic cover when not in use The plastic cover has a child restraint anchor symbol on it as shown Squeeze and pull the front part of the plastic cover to access the top strap anchors Wagon Center Position 1 38 ...

Page 45: ...raints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage C Top Tether A Lower Anchorage B Lower Anchorage In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that s...

Page 46: ...the LATCH system are identified with label A CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint foll...

Page 47: ...s to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 39 See Top Strap on page 1 35 if th...

Page 48: ... the buckle This means you are using the correct buckle Also make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 42 ...

Page 49: ...ove freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 34 In addition your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system is designed to...

Page 50: ...off General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat position move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats With Sliding Storage Tray on page 1 2 or Manual Seats Without Sliding Storage Tray on ...

Page 51: ...as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Manual Seats With Sliding Storage Tray on page 1 2 or Manual Seats Without Sliding Storage Tray on page 1 3 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you turn the ignition to ON or START See Pa...

Page 52: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 46 ...

Page 53: ...cle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint A thick layer of additional material suc...

Page 54: ...and right front passenger If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver and or the right front passenger the words AIR BAG will appear on the airbag covering on the side of the seatback closest to the door Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal airbag But these airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with...

Page 55: ...eful airbags have provided in the past Side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to inflate only in CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued moderate to severe crashes where something hits the side of your vehicle They are not designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is ...

Page 56: ...m 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 Older Children on page 1 25 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 27 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tel...

Page 57: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 51 ...

Page 58: ...one the driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door If your vehicle has one the passenger s side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door 1 52 ...

Page 59: ... frontal crashes But they are designed to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not base...

Page 60: ...occupants Your vehicle may or may not have a side impact airbag See Airbag System on page 1 48 Side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes A side impact airbag will inflate if the crash severity is above the system s designed threshold level The threshold level can vary with specific vehicle design Side impact airbags are not designed to inflate in frontal or nea...

Page 61: ...ted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The airbag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But the frontal airbags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s moti...

Page 62: ...with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma...

Page 63: ...and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 7 9 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag or the airbag covering on...

Page 64: ...nger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat General Motors recommends that child ...

Page 65: ...s designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the right front passenger seat is unoccupied the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child restraint the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat a right front passenger takes his her weight off of...

Page 66: ...he system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front...

Page 67: ...nt safety information A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates Remove any additional material from the seat cushion before reinstalling or securing the child restraint or small occupant You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermark...

Page 68: ...bably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A Changing or moving any pa...

Page 69: ...placed The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any ...

Page 70: ...crash you may need to replace the driver and right front passenger s safety belt retractor assemblies even if the frontal airbags have not deployed The driver and right front passenger s safety belt retractor assemblies contain the safety belt pretensioners Have your safety belt pretensioners checked if your vehicle has been in a collision or if your airbag readiness light stays on after you start...

Page 71: ...olant Heater 2 20 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 21 Manual Transaxle Operation 2 25 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 28 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transaxle 2 29 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transaxle 2 30 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 31 Engine Exhaust 2 31 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 32 Mirrors 2 33 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 33 Outside Manual Mi...

Page 72: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Page 73: ...Be sure you have spare keys Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received ...

Page 74: ... location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operatio...

Page 75: ...lock If a door is not opened or if the engine is not started within 30 seconds after pressing unlock on the remote keyless entry transmitter all of the doors will automatically lock and the theft deterrent system will reactivate Q Lock Press this button to lock all of the doors and the liftgate if equipped If all of the doors and the trunk or liftgate are closed the hazard lamps will flash once an...

Page 76: ...om unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your ve...

Page 77: ...er of the transmitter unit 3 Remove the battery and replace it with the new one Make sure the positive side of the battery faces up Use one three volt CR1616 or equivalent type battery 4 Close the cover of the transmitter unit and put the unit in the cover of the transmitter 5 Assemble the transmitter cover and replace the screw Make sure the cover is on tightly so water will not get in 6 Test the...

Page 78: ...ked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the optional keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 To manually unlock the doors from the outside insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle To manual...

Page 79: ... unlocking system is activated from the driver s door From the outside you can lock or unlock all of the doors on your vehicle from the driver s door by using either the key or the optional keyless entry transmitter From the inside you can lock or unlock all of the doors using the driver s door lock Power Door Locks Your vehicle may have power door locks With the power door locks you can unlock or...

Page 80: ...ecurity locks are engaged The rear doors on your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside while this feature is in use Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On 1 Unlock the door from the inside 2 Open the door from the outside If you do not cancel the security lock adults or older children who ride in the rear will not be able to open the rear door from the inside You should let adults and...

Page 81: ...ehicle has one When closing the trunk close from the center to ensure it fully latches CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal bet...

Page 82: ...ease handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located inside the trunk on the underside of the trunk lid This handle will glow following exposure to light Pull the release handle down to open the trunk from the inside 2 12 ...

Page 83: ...rol setting that will force outside air into your vehicle See Climate Control System on page 3 21 If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 31 To unlock the liftgate on your hatchback or wagon from outside of the vehicle insert the key into the lock cylinder and turn it clockwise or use the remote keyless entry transmitter if equipp...

Page 84: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 14 ...

Page 85: ...ss Down Window The driver s window may also have an express down feature This switch is labeled AUTO Press the switch then release it and the driver s window will go all the way down To stop the window while it is lowering press the switch again To raise the window pull up and hold the switch Window Lockout The driver s power window controls may also include a lockout button Press the lockout butt...

Page 86: ...ou use the optional remote keyless entry transmitter Arming the System To arm the system do the following 1 Turn the ignition to LOCK and remove the key from the ignition If the key is inserted in the ignition the transmitter will not operate the theft deterrent system 2 Close the doors the windows the hood and the trunk or liftgate Make sure the windows are closed as the system can be activated e...

Page 87: ...n 30 seconds after disarming the system with the transmitter all of the doors will automatically lock and the theft deterrent mode will reactivate How the System Alarm is Activated If a door or the trunk or liftgate is opened without using the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter the horn will sound and the lamps will flash for up to 30 seconds How to Turn Off the System Alarm If the system...

Page 88: ...can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 35 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn the key to four different positions CAUTION On manual transaxle vehicles turning the key to LOCK and removing it will loc...

Page 89: ...n the engine is running But even when the engine is not running you can use ON to operate your electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The switch will return to ON for normal driving Do not turn the key to START if the engine is running Even if the engine is not running ACC and ON allow ...

Page 90: ...tor pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Notice Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessorie...

Page 91: ...kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transaxle Operation If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle the shift lever is located on the console between the seats Your vehicle may also have an ...

Page 92: ...n automatic transaxle shift lock control system You have to apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in ON If you cannot shift out of PARK P while holding the brake pedal down see Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transaxle on page 2 29 REVERSE R Use this gear to back up When shifting from NEUTRAL N to REVERSE R you must press down on the shift lever while...

Page 93: ... as you increase speed may damage the transaxle Have your vehicle serviced right away THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D Here are some times you might choose THIRD 3 instead of AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D When driving on hilly winding roads When going down a steep hill SECOND 2 This position gives you more ...

Page 94: ...th the automatic transaxle the malfunction indicator lamp MIL or the HOLD indicator light will turn on or flash See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 36 or Hold Mode Light on page 3 35 Have your vehicle fixed as soon as possible Hold Mode If your vehicle s transaxle has hold mode you can select this mode to drive with some characteristics of a manual transaxle With hold mode turned on the autom...

Page 95: ... Winter Function Select hold mode while in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D THIRD 3 or SECOND 2 to help the vehicle maintain traction on slippery road surfaces such as snow mud or ice Manually Controlling Shift Select hold mode to use your automatic transaxle like a four speed manual transaxle Manual Transaxle Operation Five Speed This is your shift pattern Here is how to operate your manual transaxle FIRST ...

Page 96: ... Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press down the clutch pedal lift up the ring on the shift lever and shift into REVERSE R Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal Notice Shifting to REVERSE R while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Shift to REVERSE R onl...

Page 97: ...ning Light on page 3 32 To release the parking brake hold the brake pedal down Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released an...

Page 98: ...cle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running Automatic Transaxle CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch f...

Page 99: ...ve another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transaxle so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transaxle Your automatic transaxle vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK P when the ignition is in LOCK You have to fully apply your regular brakes ...

Page 100: ...10 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transaxle Before leaving your vehicle do the following 1 Hold the brake pedal down and firmly apply the parking brake 2 Fully press in the clutch pedal and place the shift lever into the gear position as stated below When parking on level ground place the shift lever into NEUTRAL When parking downhill place the shift lever in ...

Page 101: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 102: ...ning Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 23 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured...

Page 103: ...to avoid glare from any headlamps behind you Push or pull the tab for daytime night use Outside Manual Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors should be adjusted so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position Adjust the outside mirrors with the control levers on the driver s and passenger s doors The outside rearview mirrors can be folded fl...

Page 104: ...them toward the vehicle Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from...

Page 105: ...love box by pulling the bottom of the handle upward Cupholder s The cupholders are located in the center console and in the rear seat center armrest To use the front cupholders move the inner support forward or backward If your vehicle has rear cupholders push down the rear seat center armrest to use them 2 35 ...

Page 106: ...ont Storage Area Your vehicle may have a sliding storage tray located under the front passenger seat To use the tray pull up on the end of the tray and pull it toward the instrument panel Push the tray toward the seat to return it to its original position Front Armrest Storage Area Your vehicle has a front armrest storage area To open the storage area pull up on the lift lever and raise the lid To...

Page 107: ...onger than the roof rack Notice Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 220 lbs 100 kg or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possible and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle ...

Page 108: ...and hold it until the sunroof reaches the desired position To fully open the sunroof push the rear part of the switch The sunroof will open automatically until the front or the rear part of the switch is pushed again To close the sunroof push the front part of the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation In both the vent and fu...

Page 109: ...et Adjustment 3 24 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 24 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 26 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 26 Speedometer and Odometer 3 28 Trip Odometer 3 28 Tachometer 3 28 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 29 Safety Belt Reminder Tone 3 29 Airbag Readiness Light 3 29 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 30 Charging System Light 3 32 Brake System Warning Light 3 32 Anti Lock Brake Sy...

Page 110: ...41 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 41 Audio System s 3 42 Radio with CD Base Level 3 42 Radio with CD MP3 3 46 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 52 Radio Reception 3 53 Care of Your CDs 3 53 Care of Your CD Player 3 53 Backglass Antenna 3 54 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 111: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 112: ...Instrument Panel Overview Four Door Sedan and Wagon 3 4 ...

Page 113: ...Clock See Clock on page 3 20 E Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 42 F Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 G Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 10 H Horn See Horn on page 3 8 I Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 21 J Ashtray See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 3 19 K Cigarette Lighter See Ashtrays and Cigarett...

Page 114: ...Hatchback 3 6 ...

Page 115: ...2 F Instrument Panel Brightness Control See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 G Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 10 H Audio Steering Wheel Controls If Equipped See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3 52 I Horn See Horn on page 3 8 J Cruise Control Buttons See Cruise Control on page 3 12 K Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 21 L Ashtray See Ashtrays and Ci...

Page 116: ... no matter what position your key is in and even if the key is not in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind you...

Page 117: ...r away from you Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and pull the lever toward you to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 3 10 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 10 Flash to Pass See Flas...

Page 118: ...vers will not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs If the arrow still does not work check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 76 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam push the turn signal multifunction lever away ...

Page 119: ...FF Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers Misting Function Move the lever toward but not completely in the INT position for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshield wipers start then let go The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the lever toward INT longer Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing w...

Page 120: ...when the lever is in the first position Washer fluid sprays onto the rear window and the wiper operates continuously when the lever is pushed to the second position Cruise Control If your vehicle has cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 24 mph 39 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below 24 ...

Page 121: ...e 3 39 2 Accelerate to the speed you want 3 Press the SET button and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake pedal or the clutch pedal if you have a manual transaxle This of course shuts off the cruise control But you do not need to reset it Once you are going about 24 mph 39 km h...

Page 122: ...me you do this you will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hil...

Page 123: ...the ignition key and open the door they will automatically turn off to prevent the battery from being discharged OFF Turn the band to this position to turn all lamps off except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL Headlamps on Reminder If you open the driver s door with the ignition turned to LOCK or ACC while leaving the lamps on you will hear a warning chime Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running La...

Page 124: ...he parking brakes are on The high beam headlamps are on The low beam headlamps are on The flash to pass feature is used As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps use them for better visibility in foggy or misty conditions The band for the front fog lamps is located in the middle of the turn signal multifunction lever...

Page 125: ...them Dome Lamp The switch on this lamp has three positions ON The light comes on and stays on regardless of whether a door is opened or closed O Door The light comes on while a door is opened After all of the doors are closed the light stays on for about seven seconds and then fades out The light will also turn off when the ignition is turned to ON OFF The light remains off even when a door is ope...

Page 126: ...ow the front ashtray For wagon models there may be another outlet in the rear luggage compartment on the driver s side To use the outlet remove the protective cap When not in use always cover the outlet with the protective cap The accessory power outlet is operational when the ignition is turned to ACC or ON Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always ...

Page 127: ...ated at the lower part of the center of the instrument panel To remove the bin from the front ashtray for cleaning open the ashtray fully lift up the inner bin and then pull the bin out The rear ashtray is located at the bottom of the rear center console Pull the ashtray toward the rear of the vehicle to open it To remove the rear ashtray press in the retaining spring and pull the bin out Notice I...

Page 128: ...s the H button once To go forward more than one hour press and hold the button until the correct hour is reached M Minute To go forward one minute press the M button once To go forward more than one minute press and hold the button until the correct minute is reached S Set To reset the time to the nearest hour press the S button For example if this button is pressed while the time is between 8 00 ...

Page 129: ...to the instrument panel outlets and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets 5 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets Some of the air will also be directed to the windshield instrument panel side outlets and the rear outlets Be sure to keep the area under the front seats clear to allow the flow of air to the rear compartment The middle knob can also be used to sele...

Page 130: ...n your vehicle has cooled turn the recirculation mode off The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Recirculation This mode keeps outside air from coming into the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from entering your v...

Page 131: ...ws are clear Rear Window and Outside Mirror Defogger Your vehicle may have a rear window and outside mirror defogger This feature will only work when the ignition is turned to ON The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window Before using this feature clear as much snow from the rear window as possible Rear Press this button to turn the rear window and out...

Page 132: ...e of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle may have a passenger compartment air filter It is located on the passenger s...

Page 133: ...ur screws from the filter cover located below the glove box 2 Remove the filter cover 3 Remove the old passenger compartment air filter 4 Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter Ensure that the new filter is inserted to the correct air flow Sedan shown Hatchback similar 3 25 ...

Page 134: ...h this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on as you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that ...

Page 135: ...Your vehicle s instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages Uplevel shown Base similar 3 27 ...

Page 136: ...e reset button you can tell how many kilometers have been recorded on either Trip A or Trip B since you last set the trip odometer back to zero To reset each trip odometer to zero press and hold the reset button The reset button resets only the trip odometer that is displayed Each trip odometer must be reset individually Tachometer The tachometer displays your engine speed in revolutions per minut...

Page 137: ... belt is already buckled Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensor the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more informat...

Page 138: ... vehicle The airbag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition to ON If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your rearview mirror has a passenger airbag status indicator When the ignition key is turned to ON or START the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and...

Page 139: ...r s seat unless the airbag has been turned off If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 58 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no ...

Page 140: ...Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good 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 ignition to ON If it does not c...

Page 141: ...on when the ignition is turned to ON and may stay on for several seconds That is normal If the light stays on turn the ignition to LOCK Or if the light comes on stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the light still stays on or comes on again while you are driving your vehicle needs service See your GM dealer If the regular brake syste...

Page 142: ...his happens see your GM dealer for service Traction Control System TCS Warning Light If your vehicle has the Traction Control System TCS this light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned to ON If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem The TCS warning light may also come on for the following reasons If the TCS warning ligh...

Page 143: ...Coolant Temperature Gage Your vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gage With the ignition turned to ON this gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn o...

Page 144: ...un as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transaxle exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or replacement tires that do not match your vehicle s original tires can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not c...

Page 145: ...llow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel you...

Page 146: ...ol systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness your GM dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection Oil Pressure Light If you have low engine oil pressure this light will stay on after you start your engine or come on when you are driving This indicates that y...

Page 147: ...would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Fog Lamp Light The fog lamps light will come on when the fog lamps are in use The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off See Fog Lamps on page 3 16 for more information Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your cruise control The light will go out wh...

Page 148: ...s light will illuminate when the Daytime Running Lamps DRL are activated See Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 3 15 Door Ajar Light This light will stay on until all doors are closed and completely latched If the key is in the ignition while the driver s door is open you will also hear a warning chime Trunk Ajar Light Sedan This light will come on when the trunk is not completely closed 3 40 ...

Page 149: ...he gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The indicator moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Warning Light This light ...

Page 150: ...as been added improperly Figure out which audio system is in your vehicle find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls Radio with CD Base Level Playing the Radio ON OFF Press this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM The display wi...

Page 151: ...re Setting the Tone Bass Treble SOUND Bass Treble Press this button until BAS appears on the display Then turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the bass The display will show the bass level When finished making the selection press this button to select the bass level Press this button until TRE appears on the display Turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the treble The display ...

Page 152: ...heck will appear on the display As each new track starts to play Track and the track number will appear on the display If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an a...

Page 153: ...when listening to the radio CDP will appear on the display when the CD player has been selected Press this button while a CD is playing to pause the CD Track and the track number will flash on the display Press this button again to start playing the CD X Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears o...

Page 154: ...n be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons for longer than two seconds The pushbutton number will flash on the display when the station has been set Whenever that numbered pushbutton is pressed the station that was set w...

Page 155: ... on the display turn the volume knob until OFF appears on the display then press the SOUND button again to select the equalization setting Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade SOUND Balance Fade To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers press this button until BAL appears on the display Turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the balance level When ...

Page 156: ...k on each loaded CD INTRO will appear on the display To stop scanning press this button again The current track will begin to play 4 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM will appear on the display Press this pushbutton again to turn off random play TRACK Previous Next Track Turn this knob one notch to go to the start of the current track or...

Page 157: ...ssions and 255 files the player will let you access and navigate up to the maximum but all items over the maximum will be ignored Root Directory The root directory will be treated as a folder If the root directory has compressed audio files the directory will be displayed as F1 ROOT All files contained directly under the root directory will be accessed prior to any root directory folders However p...

Page 158: ...nger than 32 characters or 4 pages will be shortened The display will not show parts of words on the last page of text and the extension of the filename will not be displayed Preprogrammed Playlists You can access preprogrammed playlists which were created by WinAmp MusicMatch or Real Jukebox software however you will not have editing capability These playlists will be treated as special folders c...

Page 159: ...playing an MP3 except for those listed here See Playing a CD earlier for more information 5 DN Down Press this pushbutton to go to the previous directory 6 UP Press this pushbutton to go to the next directory TRACK Previous Next File Turn this knob one notch to go to the first track in the previous or to go to the next folder The player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD with ...

Page 160: ...ason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following VOL w x Volume Press the up or ...

Page 161: ...e sound to come and go Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a CD is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling CDs Pick up CDs by grasping the o...

Page 162: ...some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by your warranty Because this antenna is built into your rear window there is a reduced risk of damage caused by car washes and vandals If you choose to add a cellular telephone to your vehicle and the antenna needs to ...

Page 163: ...oss of Control 4 13 Driving at Night 4 14 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 City Driving 4 18 Freeway Driving 4 19 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 20 Highway Hypnosis 4 21 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 21 Winter Driving 4 23 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 27 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 28 Loading Your Vehicle 4 28 Towing 4 33 Towing Your Vehicle 4 33 Recreational Vehicle Towin...

Page 164: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 165: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 166: ...els above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The...

Page 167: ... of your vehicle Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with anothe...

Page 168: ...onger brake life If your engine ever stops while you are driving brake normally but do not pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle m...

Page 169: ...ld The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too ...

Page 170: ... you maximum braking while maintaining steering control You can do this by pushing on the brake pedal with steadily increasing pressure In an emergency you will probably want to squeeze the brakes hard without locking the wheels If you hear or feel the wheels sliding ease off the brake pedal This will help you retain steering control If you do have anti lock brakes it is different See Anti Lock Br...

Page 171: ...It provides ease when parking yet a firm solid feel at highway speeds Steering Tips Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here is why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surf...

Page 172: ...n drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parke...

Page 173: ...od reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle...

Page 174: ...t is 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 too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will ...

Page 175: ...ing and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving tho...

Page 176: ...vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt If you have the anti lock braking system ABS remember It helps avoid only the braking skid If you do not have ABS then in a braking skid where the wheels are no longer rolling release enough pressure on the brakes to get the wheel...

Page 177: ...ut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the ...

Page 178: ...rkings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping 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 or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even ...

Page 179: ... deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Page 180: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 19 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 181: ...ve a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your ...

Page 182: ...ey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can ch...

Page 183: ... the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a...

Page 184: ... slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill Drive in the highest gear p...

Page 185: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 23 ...

Page 186: ... wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Unless you have the anti lock braking system ABS you will want to brake very gently too If you do have ABS see...

Page 187: ... patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to sum...

Page 188: ...nd check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and i...

Page 189: ...n as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h...

Page 190: ...you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 33 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the Maximum Load weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry the Tire and L...

Page 191: ...Tire Pressure on page 5 51 Inflation Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label is attached inside the glove box for the sedan and hatchback models The tire and loading information label for the wagon is attached to the vehicle s center pillar below the driver s door latch There is also important loading information on the Certification label It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...

Page 192: ...ggage load capacity For example if the maximum load amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in S...

Page 193: ...m Load for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s maximum load weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum load weight Example 2...

Page 194: ...not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Notice Overloading your vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not ...

Page 195: ...ssional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The...

Page 196: ...ons Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you will want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 20 Dinghy Towing Notice If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not tow your vehicle...

Page 197: ... using a dolly follow these steps 1 Put the front wheels on a dolly 2 Turn the ignition to ACC 3 Put the vehicle in NEUTRAL N 4 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 5 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position 6 Release the parking brake Towing a Trailer Do not use your vehicle to tow a trailer The vehicle is not designed or intended for such a use Towing a trailer can adversel...

Page 198: ... NOTES 4 36 ...

Page 199: ...5 23 Cooling System 5 24 Power Steering Fluid 5 28 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 29 Brakes 5 30 Battery 5 33 Jump Starting 5 34 Headlamp Aiming 5 37 Bulb Replacement 5 38 Halogen Bulbs 5 38 Headlamps 5 38 Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 5 39 Turn Signal Lamps Side 5 40 Fog Lamps 5 40 Sidemarker Lamps Front 5 41 Sidemarker Lamps Rear 5 41 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 42 Taillamps Turn Signa...

Page 200: ...enses 5 70 Finish Care 5 70 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 71 Aluminum Wheels 5 71 Tires 5 72 Sheet Metal Damage 5 72 Finish Damage 5 72 Underbody Maintenance 5 73 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 73 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 74 Vehicle Identification 5 75 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 75 Service Parts Identification Label 5 75 Electrical System 5 75 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 75 Headla...

Page 201: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Page 202: ... 62 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Part E Maintenance Record on page 6 26 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you att...

Page 203: ... It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at www autoalliance org fuel_charter htm Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to othe...

Page 204: ...tice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl ...

Page 205: ... refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel To open the fuel filler door pull up on the release lever located on the floor on the outboard side o...

Page 206: ...ore likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 69 When replacing the fuel cap turn it to the...

Page 207: ...amp on page 3 36 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a ve...

Page 208: ...rn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle It is located on the lower left side of ...

Page 209: ...r and place the hood prop into the slot in the hood 4 Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Lower the hood 12 inches 30 cm above the vehicle and release it to latch fully Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process...

Page 210: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 211: ...Clutch Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 30 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 5 19 E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 28 F Engine Coolant Surge Tank See Cooling System on page 5 24 G Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 79 H Battery See Battery on page 5 33 I Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fl...

Page 212: ...how the actual level 2 Pull the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the lower hole at the tip of the dipstick B then you will need to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This section explains what kind of oil to use For e...

Page 213: ...rements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeti...

Page 214: ... trips are less than 5 miles 8 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle The vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to ...

Page 215: ...taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help Engine Air Cleaner Filter The engine air cleaner filter is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location When to Inspect t...

Page 216: ...nt intervals CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner filter is off a ba...

Page 217: ...rship service department and have it repaired as soon as possible See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 24 for the proper fluid to use Hydraulic Clutch There is one reservoir for both the brake and the hydraulic clutch fluid See Brakes on page 5 30 for more information The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydra...

Page 218: ...cle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 23 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and proper coolant will Give freezing protection down to 22 F 30 C Give boiling protection up to 26...

Page 219: ... coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your wa...

Page 220: ... little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be between the MAX A and MIN B marks on the coolant surge tank The level rises at engine operation temperature and drops again when the engine cools down Adding Coolant If the level falls below the MIN B mark add the proper coolant mixture at the surge tank but only...

Page 221: ...ant Temperature Gage on page 3 35 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when ...

Page 222: ...ot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there is still no sign of steam you can idle the engine for three minu...

Page 223: ...at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed...

Page 224: ...rom a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and coolant surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have ...

Page 225: ... parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be ven...

Page 226: ...de the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the MAX mark add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the MAX mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated See your dealer if necessary Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward t...

Page 227: ...ighten it What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 24 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an a...

Page 228: ...zing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservo...

Page 229: ...3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 24 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could caus...

Page 230: ...rake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Brake linings...

Page 231: ...in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals ...

Page 232: ... systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the park...

Page 233: ...atch 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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water t...

Page 234: ... let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead b...

Page 235: ...nect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the caps over the positive and negative terminals to their original positions Headlamp Aiming If your vehicle is damaged in an accident the headlamp aim may be affected Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers for horiz...

Page 236: ...tructions on the bulb package Headlamps To replace a headlamp bulb do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 10 for more information 2 Remove the two bolts from the top of the headlamp assembly and one nut on the inside that retains the headlamp assembly 3 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb 4 Remove the headlamp cap by turning it counterclockwise 5 ...

Page 237: ...ut on the inside that retains the headlamp assembly 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb socket out of the lamp housing 5 Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb socket 6 Install the new bulb into the bulb socket by pressing it in and turning it clockwise 7 Reinstall the bulb socket into the lamp housing by turning it clockwise 8 Reverse Ste...

Page 238: ...ousing by pulling the bulb straight out of the socket 5 Install the new bulb into the bulb socket by pushing in and turning it clockwise 6 Push the side turn signal lamp assembly back into its original position Fog Lamps To replace a fog lamp bulb do the following 1 Access the fog lamp bulb by reaching under the front bumper 2 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the fog lamp bulb socket 3...

Page 239: ...out of the bulb socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the socket 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to install the assembly Sidemarker Lamps Rear To replace a rear sidemarker bulb do the following 1 Reach inside of the rear bumper and locate the socket 2 Turn the rear sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise 3 Pull the rear sidemarker bulb socket out of the rear bumper 4 Pull the old bulb straight out ...

Page 240: ...ctor before you remove the lamp assembly 4 Remove the lamp assembly 5 Remove the two screws and the reflector assembly 6 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the bulb socket 7 Install the new bulb 8 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to install the lamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the trunk See Trunk Sedan on page...

Page 241: ...o the socket 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to install the lamp assembly Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Bulb Number Back Up 94535571 CHMSL Sidemarker Front and Rear 94535587 Headlamps High Beam 94535541 Low Beam 94535546 Stoplamp and Taillamp 94535574 Turn Signal Front and Parking Lamp 94535578 Turn Signal Rear 94535572 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer 5 43 ...

Page 242: ...acement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5 83 Here is how to remove the Shepherd s Hook type 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Press the retaining clip A and pull the wiper blade off the arm 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 5 44 ...

Page 243: ...You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 28 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 51 Over...

Page 244: ...rs following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread E Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturer...

Page 245: ...the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 66 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 28 E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be infl...

Page 246: ... type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and the speed rating of a tire The load range represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to...

Page 247: ...numeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 28 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 28 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 28 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of...

Page 248: ...t which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 53 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Gra...

Page 249: ... is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the tire and loading information label see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 28 How you load your vehicle affects vehicle handling and ride comfort never load your vehicle with more weight than it was desig...

Page 250: ...alve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 53 and Wheel Replacement on page 5 56 for more inform...

Page 251: ...s to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 59 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread ...

Page 252: ...s of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels It s all right to drive with your compact spare temporarily it was developed for use on your vehicle See Compact Sp...

Page 253: ...y must also conform to federal safety requirements Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual con...

Page 254: ...ldup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other the a...

Page 255: ...cle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 59 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chai...

Page 256: ...may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous withou...

Page 257: ...ansaxle shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transaxle to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be t...

Page 258: ...driver 1 Open the trunk See Trunk Sedan on page 2 11 for more information 2 Remove the trim cover by pulling up on the tab 3 Remove the foam tray that contains the tools 4 Turn the retainer on the compact spare tire counterclockwise and remove the retainer 5 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 66 for more information 5 60 ...

Page 259: ...e it The jack handle and the wheel wrench are located inside the foam tray Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 If your vehicle has wheel covers use the jack handle to begin loosening the wheel covers Using the flat end of the jack handle or the screwdriver pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off 2 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove t...

Page 260: ...rest the flat tire 4 Put the compact spare tire near you 5 Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Sedan shown Hatchback similar 5 62 ...

Page 261: ...th the wheel well 7 Remove all of the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise 8 Remove the flat tire CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you ...

Page 262: ...uts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 82 for wheel nut torque specifica...

Page 263: ... the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place To store a flat or spare tire do the following 1 Put the flat or spare tire in the compact spare tire compartment then secure the retainer 2 Store the jack in its housing in the cargo area Secure the jack by turning the retainer clockwi...

Page 264: ...her parts of your vehicle Do not use your compact spare on other vehicles And do not mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Notice Tire chains will not fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Do not use tire chains on your compact spare Appearance Care Cleaning pro...

Page 265: ...oved with club soda water To clean use the following instructions 1 For liquids blot with a clean soft white cloth For solids remove as much as possible and then vacuum or brush 2 Apply club soda water to a clean soft white cloth Do not over saturate the cloth should not drip water 3 Clean the entire area Avoid getting the fabric too wet 4 Start cleaning from the seams into the stain to avoid a ri...

Page 266: ...ed by oil and grease can be cleaned with an approved GM cleaner and a clean white cloth 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain 2 Clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow the Using Cleaner on Fabric instructions described earlier Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt This may have to be done more than once Things like tar...

Page 267: ...strips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather frequent application may be required Washing Your Vehicle The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold...

Page 268: ...sh on your vehicle The vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damag...

Page 269: ...rome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only The surface of these wheels is similar to the p...

Page 270: ...dy repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor ...

Page 271: ...frame should be loosened before being flushed Your GM dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the ...

Page 272: ...rome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate...

Page 273: ...Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless yo...

Page 274: ...not snow etc be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse block protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a...

Page 275: ... There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block There is a fuse puller located on the engine compartment fuse block It can be used to easily remove fuses from the fuse block Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located on the end of the instrument panel on the driver s side of the vehicle To access the fuses...

Page 276: ...Fuses Usage AIRBAG Airbag WPR Wiper RADIO CLK Radio Clock Fuses Usage ECM Engine Control Module SPARE Spare AUX LTR Extra Jack 5 78 ...

Page 277: ...gine Fuse Box Daytime Running Lamps HAZRD LAMPS Hazard Lamps A C CLK Air Conditioning Switch Clock HVAC Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning RKE Remote Keyless Entry RADIO Radio S ROOF Sunroof DLC Data Link Connector SPARE Spare Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page...

Page 278: ...es Usage HEAD LAMPS Headlamps ECM Engine Control Module IGN COIL Ignition Coil I P FUSE Instrument Panel Fuse Fuses Usage FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump A C Air Conditioning HORN Horn HI BEAM Headlamp High Beam 5 80 ...

Page 279: ...Lamp Right LOW BEAM RT Headlamp Low Beam Right SPARE Spare SPARE Spare SPARE Spare BATT PWR Battery Power ABS Anti lock Brake System HVAC BLWR HVAC Blower IGN 2 Ignition 2 Fuses Usage IGN 1 Ignition 1 FUSE PLR Fuse Puller COOL FAN LOW Cooling Fan Low DEFOG Defog COOL FAN HI Cooling Fan High PWR WNDW Power Window Relays Usage COOL FAN LOW Cooling Fan Low FRT FOG Front Fog ILLUM Illumination Relay A...

Page 280: ...4 kg Cooling System 7 9 quarts 7 5 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 2 quarts 4 0 L Fuel Tank 14 5 gallons 55 0 L Transaxle Automatic 7 3 quarts 6 9 L Transaxle Manual 1 9 quarts 1 8 L Wheel Nut Torque 81 lb ft 110 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Tran...

Page 281: ...ation can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 96553450 Engine Oil Filter 96395221 Fuel Filter 96335719 A C Filter 96554378 Spark Plugs 93742299 Windshield Wiper Blades Hook Type Driver s Side 96478670 Passenger s Side 96498696 Rear 96341429 5 83 ...

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Page 283: ...ce 6 13 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 At Each Fuel Fill 6 18 At Least Once a Month 6 18 At Least Twice a Year 6 18 At Least Once a Year 6 19 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 22 Exhaust System Inspection 6 23 Fuel System Inspection 6 23 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 23 Throttle System Inspection 6 23 Brake ...

Page 284: ...e necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid le...

Page 285: ...u have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your ...

Page 286: ...owing and note how you drive If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use a...

Page 287: ...ese conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Drive Belt s Inspection Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filte...

Page 288: ...urs first Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Spark Plug Wire Replacement Timing Belt Replacement EVAP System Solenoid Valve Filter Replacement Every 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Fuel Filter Replacement These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to ...

Page 289: ... See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions inspect filter at e...

Page 290: ...rn and additional information See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Inspect drive belt s Inspect timing belt Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressur...

Page 291: ...ty conditions inspect filter at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect drive belt s 48 000 Miles 80 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 52 for proper rotation pattern and additi...

Page 292: ...r perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect EVAP canister and vapor lines Replace solenoid valve filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect PCV system An Emission Control Service See footnote Change brake clutch f...

Page 293: ...gine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more information An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect drive belt s 78 000 Miles 130 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 52 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km Change ...

Page 294: ...ur dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect EVAP canister vapor lines and solenoid valve filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect PCV system An Emission Control Service See footnote Change brake clutch f...

Page 295: ... be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection on page 6 23 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 52 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil ...

Page 296: ...rn and additional information See footnote Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Inspect drive belt s Inspect timing belt Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressur...

Page 297: ... occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 52 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may requir...

Page 298: ...on and Rotation on page 5 52 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Inspect engine air cleaner filter See Engine Ai...

Page 299: ...pect drive belt s Inspect timing belt Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect EVAP canister vapor lines and solenoid valve filter ...

Page 300: ...olant on page 5 20 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 29 for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually inspect your tires and make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures Do not forget to check your...

Page 301: ...oss Check for leaks If a leak occurs take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible Manual Transaxle Check It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level Check for leaks A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss Have the system inspected and repaired if needed Clutch and Brake Pedal Free Play Check Check the clutch pedal and brake pedal for free play and adju...

Page 302: ...way and try to start the engine The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor If the starter works when the clutch is not pushed all the way down your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before ...

Page 303: ...perty could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly ...

Page 304: ...rform these services may be found in a service manual See Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing ...

Page 305: ...side of the radiator and air conditioning condenser To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accel...

Page 306: ...our vehicle s engine see Engine Oil on page 5 14 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water preferably distilled and good quality Ethylene Glycol Base Coolant GM Part No U S 12378560 in Canada 993089 and conforming to GM Specification 1825M or recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M See Engine Coolant on page 5 20 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme ...

Page 307: ...Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubr...

Page 308: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 26 ...

Page 309: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 27 ...

Page 310: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 28 ...

Page 311: ...gram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistance and ...

Page 312: ...ter contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquir...

Page 313: ...vailable to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB Auto Line Program Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and ot...

Page 314: ... Chevrolet s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Vi...

Page 315: ...s program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver s or passenger s adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle such as hand controls and wheelchair scooter lifts The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility co...

Page 316: ...ow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start No start occurrences which require a...

Page 317: ... of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available wh...

Page 318: ...should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of 30 00 a day and must be supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a renta...

Page 319: ...ntrol several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate re...

Page 320: ...access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death...

Page 321: ...nter at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Ma...

Page 322: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 323: ... Inflate 1 53 Where Are the Airbags 1 51 Antenna Backglass 3 54 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 33 Appearance Care 5 66 Aluminum Wheels 5 71 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 73 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 70 Fabric Carpet 5 67 Finish Care 5 70 Finish Damage 5 72 Glass Surfaces 5 69 Instrument Panel 5 69 Interior Plastic Components 5 69 Leather 5 68 Sheet Metal D...

Page 324: ...g Lamps 5 39 Halogen Bulbs 5 38 Headlamp Aiming 5 37 Headlamps 5 38 Bulb Replacement cont Replacement Bulbs 5 43 Sidemarker Lamps 5 41 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 42 Turn Signal Lamps 5 40 Buying New Tires 5 54 C California Fuel 5 5 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 82 Carbon Monoxide 2 11 2 13 2 31 4 23 4 35 Care of Your CD Player 3 53 Your CDs 3 53 Center...

Page 325: ...mponents 5 69 Leather 5 68 Tires 5 72 Underbody Maintenance 5 73 Cleaning cont Vinyl 5 68 Washing Your Vehicle 5 69 Weatherstrips 5 69 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 71 Climate Control System 3 21 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 3 24 Outlet Adjustment 3 24 Clock 3 20 Clutch Hydraulic 5 19 Compact Spare Tire 5 66 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Convenience Net 2 37 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 35 Hea...

Page 326: ... Door Security Locks 2 10 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 14 Seat Tilt Adjuster 1 3 Driving At Night 4 14 City 4 18 Driving cont Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 19 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 21 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 16 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 28 Winter 4 23 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 75 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 79 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 76 Headlamp Wirin...

Page 327: ... 5 28 Windshield Washer 5 29 Fog Lamp Light 3 39 Fog Lamps 3 16 5 40 Front Armrest Storage Area 2 36 Front Storage Area 2 36 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 9 Filling Your Tank 5 7 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 6 Gage 3 41 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Light 3 41 System Inspection 6 23 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5...

Page 328: ...0 Heater 3 21 Highbeam On Light 3 40 Highway Hypnosis 4 21 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 21 Hold Mode Light 3 35 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 10 Horn 3 8 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Hydraulic Clutch 5 19 I Ignition Positions 2 18 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 27 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 51 Inspection Brake System 6 23 Engine Cooling System 6...

Page 329: ...e Control 3 39 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator 3 40 Door Ajar 3 40 Fog Lamp 3 39 Highbeam On 3 40 Hold Mode 3 35 Low Fuel Warning 3 41 Malfunction Indicator 3 36 Oil Pressure 3 38 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 30 Safety Belt Reminder 3 29 Safety Belt Reminder Tone 3 29 Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS Warning Light 3 34 TCS Warning Light 3 34 Traction Control System TCS Warning 3 34 Trunk...

Page 330: ...ntenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Maintenance Schedule cont Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 24 Part E Maintenance Record 6 26 Selecting the Right Schedule 6 5 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6 6 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 22 Throttle System Inspection 6 23 Using Your 6 4...

Page 331: ...P Park P Shifting Into 2 28 Shifting Out of 2 29 Parking Brake 2 27 Over Things That Burn 2 31 Parking Your Vehicle 2 30 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 18 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 22 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 24 Part E Maintenance Record 6 26 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 30 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 24 ...

Page 332: ... the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 61 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 60 Replacement Bulbs 5 43 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 11 General Motors 7 11 United States Government 7 10 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 63 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 63 Restraint Systems Checking 1 63 Replacing Parts 1 63 Right Front Passenger P...

Page 333: ...Right Front Seat Position 1 43 Selecting the Right Schedule Maintenance 6 5 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 Service cont Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Engine Soon Light 3 36 Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 62 Sheet Metal Damage 5 72 Shifting Into Park P 2 28 Shifting Out of Park P 2 29 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6...

Page 334: ...eel 3 9 Time 3 20 Tires 5 45 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 5 71 Buying New Tires 5 54 Chains 5 57 Changing a Flat Tire 5 59 Cleaning 5 72 Compact Spare Tire 5 66 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 58 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 51 Inspection and Rotation 5 52 Installing the Spare Tire 5 61 Removing the Flat Tire 5 61 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 60 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 65 Tire Sidewall Labe...

Page 335: ...ntrol 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 28 Parking Your 2 30 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 75 Service Parts Identification Label 5 75 Ventilation Adjustment 3 24 Visors 2 16 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 26 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3 8 Other Warning Devices 3 8 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Ali...

Page 336: ...Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 44 Fuses 5 76 Windshield Wipers 3 11 Winter Driving 4 23 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 14 ...

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