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The 1957 Chevy started a romance with the American
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Your new Chevrolet continues a tradition of quality and value.

60’s automotive excitement
included Chevrolet landmarks
like the Corvette Sting Ray,
the sporty Camaro, and
powerplants like the
legendary 327 V8.

and we are pledged to

make ownership of your

Chevrolet an enjoyable

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Summary of Contents for VENTURE 1999

Page 1: ...ent conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good 7 1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use 8 1 Cu...

Page 2: ... whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce g...

Page 3: ...n 1912 That year 2999 vehicles were produced Welcome to the largest automotive family in the world the family of Chevrolet owners You have selected a vehicle designed engineered and crafted by teamwork a vehicle backed by a proud history of performance and value Since the first Classic Six rolled off the line in 1912 more than 110 million Chevrolet cars and trucks have worn the Chevrolet marque Th...

Page 4: ...y in a production car The Chevrolet blend of value and performance has become an American tradition whether bred for the racetrack like the legendary Corvette and Camaro or created for the pleasure of the open road Every decade Chevrolet has reinforced its heritage of affordable performance with quality and value crafted into each vehicle It s not surprising that for 80 years Genuine Chevrolet has...

Page 5: ...injected V8 Your new Chevrolet continues a tradition of quality and value 60 s automotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks like the Corvette Sting Ray the sporty Camaro and powerplants like the legendary 327 V8 and we are pledged to make ownership of your Chevrolet an enjoyable and rewarding experience ...

Page 6: ...the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do...

Page 7: ...t something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE ...

Page 8: ...e symbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OI...

Page 9: ...nd the Answers 1 28 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 28 Driver Position 1 36 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 37 Right Front Passenger Position 1 37 Air Bag Systems 1 46 Safety Belt Pretensioners 1 46 Rear Seat Passengers 1 50 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 52 Center Passenger Position Bench Seat 1 54 Center Passenger Position Bucket Seat 1 56 Children 1 59 Bu...

Page 10: ... Slide the seat to where you want it To make sure the seat is locked into place release the lever and try to move the seat with your body To raise the seat pull up on the lever on the front right side of the seat To lower the seat push the lever down CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle...

Page 11: ...ody 6 Way Power Seat Option To adjust the six way power seat Front Control A Raise the front of the seat by holding the switch up Hold the switch down to lower the front of the seat Center Control B Move the seat forward or rearward by holding the control to the front or rear Raise or lower the seat by holding the control up or down Rear Control C Raise the rear of the seat by holding the switch u...

Page 12: ...l is located on the side of the seat Turn this knob to adjust the support for the lower back Reclining Front Seatbacks All front seats recline To adjust the seatback turn this knob It is easier to recline the seat if you lean forward taking your weight off the seatback ...

Page 13: ...do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt 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 seat...

Page 14: ... the lever and fold the seatback forward The seatback will lock into place when you push it back to the upright position Rear Seats Seat Controls The rear seats in your vehicle have levers and straps used to adjust remove and replace the seats By using the levers and straps in the correct order you can easily remove the seats from your vehicle Floor Seat Pin Diagram When you replace the seats in t...

Page 15: ...tside safety belt just pull the sleeve away from the Velcro patch and use the safety belt as usual The sleeve should slide freely when not in use There is also a clip on the safety belt used to secure the belt after it is disconnected from the mini buckle When removing the split second row bench seat secure the loose end of the safety belt in this clip This will keep the safety belt from dangling ...

Page 16: ...ch section of the split bench seat can be either folded down or reclined The following explains how to use either the nylon strap or the lever to fold or recline the seatbacks To fold down the seatback pull this nylon strap on the rear of the seat To raise a seatback pull the nylon strap while raising the seatback until it locks upright To fold down the seatback lift up on this lever located on th...

Page 17: ... One is located below the center in the front of each section of the split bench The other lever is located on the rear of the seat Lift up either lever and slide the seat forward to allow for extra storage behind the seat or slide the seat back to allow extra room for passengers Release the lever Push and pull on the seat to be sure it is locked into place ...

Page 18: ...ght side of the seat 2 Push the red center of the buckle up with a small pointed object like a key or a pen to remove the seat belt if needed 3 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat to fold the seatback forward 4 Slide the seat all the way back by lifting either one of the adjustment bars and sliding the seat fully rearward 5 From behind the bench seat pu...

Page 19: ...forward The split benches have seat position labels located on the back of each seat showing where the seat must go Follow that diagram D The left 40 section of the 40 60 split bench uses the A and B sets of floor cups D The right 60 section of the 40 60 split bench uses the C and D sets of floor cups D The left section of the 50 50 split bench uses the G and H sets of floor cups D The right secti...

Page 20: ...e placing the front hooks of the bench seat onto the front two floor pins To do this the bench seat will need to be angled so that the front hooks clear the floor pins If the front legs are not attached correctly the rear legs will not attach to the rear set of floor pins ...

Page 21: ... around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it 4 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright 5 Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden ...

Page 22: ...re properly attached Bucket Seats There are three types of rear bucket seats RIGHT ONLY CENTER OR LEFT and LEFT ONLY RIGHT ONLY and LEFT ONLY seats may be equipped with the built in child restraint option The rear bucket seats can be removed to provide extra storage Each seat that has the built in child restraint option fits in only one location in your vehicle but seats that don t have the built ...

Page 23: ...f the seatback Use the lever to raise or lower the seatback to the desired position When raising or reclining a seatback to an upright position push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked upright Adjusting the Bucket Seats There are two adjustment levers on each seat to adjust the seat forward or rearward One is located below the center in front of the bucket seat ...

Page 24: ... is locked into place Removing the Bucket Seats Make sure the seatback is in the upright position The head restraints should be fully down 1 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat to fold the seatback forward 2 Slide the seat all the way back by lifting either one of the adjuster levers and sliding the seat fully rearward 3 From behind the seat pull the ny...

Page 25: ... go of the straps or lever until the seat is folded all the way forward 4 To unlatch the front latches with the seat folded forward squeeze the angled latch release bar toward the straight crossbar 5 Remove the seat by rocking it slightly toward the rear of the vehicle and then pulling it out This should be done in one motion ...

Page 26: ... the A and B C and D or G and H sets of floor cups The LEFT ONLY seats that don t have the built in child restraint option fit only in the left location of either row the A and B or G and H sets of floor cups RIGHT ONLY seats that have the built in child restraint option fit only in the right location of the second row the E and F sets of floor cups LEFT ONLY seats that have the built in child res...

Page 27: ...ould be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it 3 Try to raise the seat to check that it is locked down 4 Lift the seatback recliner lever or pull the nylon strap on the back of the seat and raise the seatback until it locks upright 5 Push and pull on the seatback to check that it is locked in place CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sud...

Page 28: ...y turning the knob on the inboard side of the seat It is easier to raise or lower the seatback if you lean forward and take the weight off the seatback The armrests can be lowered or raised for entering or exiting the vehicle Removing the Captain s Chairs 1 Pull the nylon strap behind the chair to release the rear hooks from the floor pins ...

Page 29: ...d off the front floor pins and removed from the vehicle Replacing the Captain s Chairs The left chair goes in the A and C sets of floor pins The right chair goes in the D and F sets of floor pins 1 Hook the front latches over the front floor pins ...

Page 30: ...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 And it explains the air bag system CAUTION Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected ...

Page 31: ... to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of ...

Page 32: ...yellowblue 1 24 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it ...

Page 33: ...yellowblue 1 25 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield ...

Page 34: ...strument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense ...

Page 35: ...y so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety...

Page 36: ...ems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to see how see Seats in the Index so you can sit up straight 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The sho...

Page 37: ...shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the 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 p...

Page 38: ...to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing the button down to make sure it has locked into position 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 you...

Page 39: ...r belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Page 40: ...TION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Page 41: ...iously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests ...

Page 42: ...ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Page 43: ... is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Page 44: ...door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Page 45: ...the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a Next Generation frontal air bag for the driver another Next Generation frontal air bag for the right front passenger ...

Page 46: ...r bags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants Next Generation frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the...

Page 47: ...e vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety...

Page 48: ...bag The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel ...

Page 49: ...bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door The right front passenger s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger s seatback closest to the door ...

Page 50: ...reshold level is about 9 to 15 mph 14 to 24 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or re...

Page 51: ... to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more g...

Page 52: ...le should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag D Air bags are designed to in...

Page 53: ... your vehicle the damage could make the frontal and side impact air bags inflate and safety belt pretensioners activate even if there s no crash You would have to replace the air bags all the sensors and related parts parts of the safety belt system and parts of the driver and right front passenger s seatbacks If your vehicle is ever in a flood or if it s exposed to water that soaks the carpet you...

Page 54: ... the safety belts for the driver and right front 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 ll need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash in the ...

Page 55: ...properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks ...

Page 56: ...ure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the ...

Page 57: ...en 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 s 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 incre...

Page 58: ...eats in the second row there is one guide for each outside passenger position If your vehicle has a bench seat in the second row there is one guide for the left hand outside passenger position If your vehicle has third row seats there is one guide for each outside passenger position To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comf...

Page 59: ...llowblue 1 51 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt ...

Page 60: ...Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip Center Passenger Position Bench Seat Lap Belt If your vehicle has a third row rear bench seat someone can sit in the center position ...

Page 61: ...g the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to ...

Page 62: ...ou have a lap safety belt which has a retractor 1 Pick up the latch plate and in a single motion pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle let it go back all the way and start again Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 3 Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it ...

Page 63: ... belt quickly if you ever had to The center position bucket seat is a CENTER OR LEFT type seat Because it is the only bucket seat with a lap belt and has a buckle on only one side there are certain places a CENTER OR LEFT type bucket seat should and should not be used See Seats in the Index If the CENTER OR LEFT bucket seat is used on the left side of the vehicle the person sitting there should us...

Page 64: ...ained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor i...

Page 65: ...hild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a frontal crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across ...

Page 66: ...il a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint ...

Page 67: ...hicle To find out where a bucket seat that has a built in child restraint must be located in your vehicle see Removable Rear Bucket Seats in the Index If your vehicle has this option in a 60 40 bench seat you may have one or two built in child restraints This bench seat will only fit in the second row of your vehicle In both types of seats the built in child restraint works the same way ...

Page 68: ...Restraints later in this section for more information Q What if the top of my child s shoulders is above the shoulder belt slots for the five point child restraint harness system A A child whose shoulders are above the shoulder belt slots for the five point child restraint harness system shouldn t use this child restraint Instead the child should sit on the vehicle s regular seat cushion and use t...

Page 69: ...the head restraint until the lower edge of the head restraint is even with the top of the seatback 2 Rotate the head restraint rearward until it touches the top of the seatback Make sure there is no gap between the lower edge of the head restraint and the top of the seatback ...

Page 70: ...yellowblue 1 62 3 Lower the child restraint cushion You ll be using the child restraint s harness A to secure your child Don t use the vehicle s safety belts ...

Page 71: ...ar seat and use the vehicle s adult safety belts WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER S INSTRUCTIONS ON THE USE OF THIS CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN YOUR CHILD STRIKING THE VEHICLE S INTERIOR DURING A SUDDEN STOP OR CRASH SNUGLY ADJUST THE BELTS PROVIDED WITH THIS CHILD RESTRAINT AROUND YOUR CHILD 4 Before placing the child in the child restraint add slack to the shoulder harness Pul...

Page 72: ...e buckle is free of any foreign objects that may prevent you from securing the latch plates If you can t secure a latch plate see your dealer for service before using the child restraint 8 Place the other side of the harness over the child s shoulder 9 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks 10 Pull up on both latch plates to make sure they are secure ...

Page 73: ...ositioned on the child s shoulders CAUTION An unfastened shoulder harness clip won t help keep the harness in place on the child s shoulders If the harness isn t on the child s shoulders it won t be able to restrain the child s upper body in a sudden stop or crash The child could be seriously injured Make sure the harness clip is properly fastened ...

Page 74: ...ss and buckle strap are not twisted 13 Adjust the position of the harness on the child s shoulder by moving the clip up or down along the harness On each side of the harness the shoulder part should be centered on the child s shoulder The harness should be away from the child s face and neck but not falling from the child s shoulders If you expect that the child will sleep while riding you can rec...

Page 75: ...nt 1 Unfasten the shoulder harness clip 2 Unlatch the harness by pushing the button on the buckle 3 Move one side of the harness off the child s shoulder 4 Move the other side of the harness off the child s shoulder 5 Remove the child from the child restraint cushion ...

Page 76: ...ld restraint before using the vehicle s lap shoulder belt 1 Move both latch plates and both sides of the shoulder harness clip to the bottom of the harness straps 2 Fold the child restraint cushion and leg rest up into the seatback 3 Press the child restraint cushion firmly into the seatback ...

Page 77: ...eatback 5 Rotate the head restraint forward and push it all the way down Just like the other restraint systems in your vehicle your built in child restraint needs to be periodically checked and may need to have parts replaced after a crash See Checking Your Restraint Systems and Replacing Seat and Restraint System Parts After a Crash in the Index ...

Page 78: ...es When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make...

Page 79: ...restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable ...

Page 80: ...These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat ...

Page 81: ...to 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window ...

Page 82: ...n the rear rather than the front seat We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in a rear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags...

Page 83: ...cing child restraint is suitable for your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Canadian law requires that forward facing child restraints have a to...

Page 84: ...ou need to have an anchor bracket installed for the center bucket seat in the second row or for the right hand side of a 60 40 bench seat you can ask your dealer to put it in for you This work will be done for you free of charge If you want to install an anchor bracket yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint ...

Page 85: ...tions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how Third Row Outside Seats If you are using a child restraint in a third row outside seat position tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front o...

Page 86: ...Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Page 87: ... may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Page 88: ...int Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how ...

Page 89: ...u push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passeng...

Page 90: ...estraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pull the lap belt all the way out without stopping 3 While holding it out run the belt through or around the child restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how ...

Page 91: ...ever had to 5 To tighten the belt feed it back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Page 92: ...ously injured or killed if the front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehicle is a passenger van always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat If your vehicle is a cargo van do not use a rear facing child restraint i...

Page 93: ...at as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child rest...

Page 94: ...child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger...

Page 95: ...ndow so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they need to use the safety belts properly D Children who aren t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash D Children who aren t buckled up can strike other people who are ...

Page 96: ...lder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoul...

Page 97: ...e belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Page 98: ... has a built in child restraint also periodically make sure the harness straps latch plates buckle clip child head restraint and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt and built in child restraint system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt or built in child restraint system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts ...

Page 99: ...e the driver s and right front passenger s safety belt buckle assembly Be sure to do so Then the new buckle assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision If safety belts or built in child restraint harness straps are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt built in child restraint or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repa...

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Page 101: ...Deterrent Option 2 35 PASS KeyR III 2 37 New Vehicle Break In 2 38 Ignition Positions 2 40 Starting Your Engine 2 41 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 43 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 47 Parking Brake 2 48 Shifting Into PARK P 2 50 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 51 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 52 Engine Exhaust 2 52 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 53 Windows 2 55 Turn Signal Multifuncti...

Page 102: ...n a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Page 103: ...btain the correct key code In an emergency call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance at 1 800 CHEV USAR 1 800 243 8872 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have an extra key ...

Page 104: ...operly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter if your vehicle has this option To unlock either front door from the outside with the key insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle You can lock either front door from the ...

Page 105: ...nlock position and release This will only unlock that door or the liftgate You can unlock all the doors and the liftgate by inserting the key into the key cylinder turning to the unlock position and holding for one second With power door locks you can lock all the doors from the outside by inserting the key and turning the key to the lock position Also when the doors are locked with the power door...

Page 106: ... the doors will lock automatically when you move your shift lever out of PARK P All doors will unlock automatically when the ignition is turned off while the shift lever is in PARK P You can program the Automatic Door Locks to operate with the remote keyless entry system and to lock and unlock automatically to suit your needs See Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index With the...

Page 107: ...ss Entry System Option If your vehicle has this option you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your liftgate from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your 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 o...

Page 108: ... D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation Remote Driver s Door and All Door Unlock When you press UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter only the driver s door will unlock If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds all the doors and the liftgate will unlock If you would like all the doors to unlock the first time you press UNLOCK s...

Page 109: ...u use your remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock your vehicle or to operate the power sliding door if equipped your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command was received If you would like to change the way the parking lamps operate with Remote Unlock Confirmation see Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Remote Alarm If Equipped When you press the hor...

Page 110: ...any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transmitters matched to it See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the batt...

Page 111: ...em uses a continually changing code for increased security Normally the receiver in your vehicle will keep track of this changing code D Loss of synchronization will occur if the transmitter is activated more than 256 times while out of range of the vehicle D Loss of synchronization will occur after the battery replacement if the transmitter is immediately activated more than 16 times while out of...

Page 112: ...witches there will be a blank button in its place For more information please see each of these features in the Index Instrument Panel Switchbank This switchbank is located in the instrument panel below the comfort controls The switches and controls that you may find in this switchbank are the Rear Fan Knob Rear Window Wiper Washer and Traction Control If your vehicle does not have some of the opt...

Page 113: ...can be programmed with several different features The features you can program depend on the options that came with your vehicle The following chart shows the features that can be programmed To determine which features your vehicle is equipped with follow the steps listed for entering the programming mode ...

Page 114: ...tion Delayed Illumination and Exit Lighting With Delayed Illumination the interior lamps will stay on for about 25 seconds after all the doors and the liftgate are closed With Exiting Lighting the interior lamps will come on and stay on for about 25 seconds whenever you remove the key from the ignition To customize these features to your preference see Programmable Modes following Programmable Mod...

Page 115: ...rned to OFF To customize these features to your preference see Programmable Modes following Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes Mode 1 Both Features Off Automatic door locking and unlocking is disabled You will always need to lock your doors manually before driving to increase occupant safety Mode 2 Automatic Door Locking Only D The automatic door unlock...

Page 116: ...e driver s door open you won t be able to lock the doors using the power door lock switch D When you press LOCK on the power door lock switch or remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped while any door or the liftgate is open the doors will not lock Instead you will hear three chimes which let you know that the Last Door Closed Locking feature is in operation Five seconds after all the doors an...

Page 117: ... by following the instructions later in this section or program the next feature available on your vehicle Remote Driver s Unlock Control With the Remote Driver s Unlock Control feature you can program your vehicle to do the following D When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter the driver s door will unlock and D When you press UNLOCK on your remote keyless entry transmitter a...

Page 118: ...to let you know the command has been received If you press LOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter again the horn will sound briefly and the parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know your vehicle is locked and D When you use the remote keyless entry transmitter to unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door if equipped your parking lamps will flash briefly To customize these...

Page 119: ...unlock your vehicle or operate your power sliding door if equipped your parking lamps will flash briefly to let you know the command has been received Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4 To change the mode 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Press the LOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter 3 Count the number of chimes you hear The number...

Page 120: ... 4 Damage Detection with Normal Sensitivity If anyone damages or enters your vehicle while your Content Theft Deterrent system is armed an alarm will sound and your parking lamps will flash for up to two minutes Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 4 To change the mode 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Turn the parking lamps on then off 3 Count the nu...

Page 121: ... keyless entry transmitter To customize this feature to your preference see Programmable Modes following Programmable Modes Your vehicle can be programmed to one of the following modes Mode 1 Power Door Lock Switch Arming Off D The system will arm when you lock the doors with your key or remote keyless entry transmitter The key must be removed from the ignition when you lock the doors or the Conte...

Page 122: ... doors with your key or remote keyless entry transmitter and the key is removed from the ignition D The system will disarm when you unlock the doors with your key or remote keyless entry transmitter Vehicles are delivered programmed in Mode 1 To change the mode 1 Follow the instructions for Entering Programming Mode listed previously 2 Insert your second key fully into any door key cylinder and tu...

Page 123: ...so if your vehicle is equipped with the Content Theft Deterrent system remember to arm the system before exiting Sliding Door To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle pull the handle out and then pull the door toward the rear If you slide the door all the way back the door will rest in a detent position The door must overcome this detent when closing To move the door forward you must firs...

Page 124: ...acing downward on a steep grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door and only then allow it to slowly close ...

Page 125: ... with the switches inside your vehicle If you have the optional remote keyless entry system you can also operate the power sliding door with your remote transmitter See Keyless Entry System in the Index CAUTION Leaving young children or pets unattended in your vehicle can be dangerous They could operate the power sliding door A child or others could be injured Do not leave children or pets unatten...

Page 126: ...unted switch in front of the passenger s sliding door or the remote keyless entry transmitter NOTICE When your vehicle goes through an automatic car wash be sure the power sliding door is turned off If it isn t the power sliding door may open accidentally To open or close the sliding door press and release one of the following two power door switches One switch is located in the overhead console s...

Page 127: ... the buzzer will not sound indicating the door is not completely closed CAUTION If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate before the power sliding door latches closed the door may reverse to the open position A child or others could fall out of the vehicle and be injured Always make sure the power sliding door is closed and latched before you drive away If anything obstructs the powe...

Page 128: ...th is clear before closing the door If you want to open the power sliding door when the switch is turned on pull the inside or outside handle and let go The door will open fully To open the power sliding door when the power sliding door switch is off pull the inside or outside handle and slide the door all the way back ...

Page 129: ... the latched position Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door by using the inside door handle The security lock lever is located on the inside of the sliding door on the front edge of the door To access the lever open the sliding door Use the security lock label on the ...

Page 130: ...ed here It will be easier if you read through them once before beginning this procedure 1 Check to be sure the power sliding door is unlocked and securely closed 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF 3 Turn on the power sliding door on the switchbank 4 Remove the RADIO fuse from the underhood fuse and relay center Leave it out for 30 seconds 5 Reinstall the fuse and wait 10 seconds 6 Disable the power sl...

Page 131: ...late Once slightly opened the liftgate will rise by itself Lamps in the rear of the vehicle will come on illuminating the rear cargo area see Interior Lamps in the Index NOTICE Be sure there are no overhead obstructions such as a garage door before you open the liftgate You could slam the liftgate into something and break the glass To close the liftgate pull down on the handle then firmly shut the...

Page 132: ...omfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leav...

Page 133: ...have to leave something valuable in your vehicle D Put your valuables in a storage area like your glove box D If your vehicle has a remote keyless entry system take the transmitter with you D Lock all the doors except the driver s Content Theft Deterrent Option If your vehicle has this option it has a theft deterrent alarm system A light located on top of your instrument panel near the center of t...

Page 134: ...switch to let you know the system is arming After all doors and the liftgate are closed and locked the security light will begin flashing at a very slow rate to let you know the system is armed Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Your alarm system will arm when you use your remote keyless entry transmitter to lock the doors if the key is not in the ignition The security light will tur...

Page 135: ...ity Try programming the Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 1 If you continue to experience nuisance alarms you may want to try turning off damage detection by programming your Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 2 If you are still having trouble with nuisance alarms you can turn off the Content Theft Deterrent system by programming your Content Theft Deterrent to Mode 3 See Multifunction Alarm Locks and ...

Page 136: ...ethod to start the vehicle will be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes When trying to start the vehicle if the engine does not start and the PASS KEY light comes on the key may have a damaged transponder Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to che...

Page 137: ... Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time If you lose or damage a PASS Key III key see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS Key III to have a new key made New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if ...

Page 138: ...ed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in the vehicle with children With the ignition key in the ignition switch you can turn the switch to five positions ACCESSORY A This is an on position in which you can operate your electrical power accessories Press in the ignition switch as you turn the top of it toward you ...

Page 139: ...ne is running But even when the engine is not running you can use RUN to operate your electrical power accessories and to display some instrument panel warning lights START E This position starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to RUN for normal driving Note that even if the engine is not running ACCESSORY and RUN are positions that allow you to op...

Page 140: ...our ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it...

Page 141: ...signed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly If you ever have to have your vehicle towed see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle See Towing Your Vehicle ...

Page 142: ...10 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and ...

Page 143: ...k from the solenoid of the BTSI This ensures that the BTSI is operating properly If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of PARK P in this section CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not full...

Page 144: ...ine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out ...

Page 145: ...aged So if this happens have your vehicle serviced right away Until then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for higher speeds THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving but 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 D When dr...

Page 146: ...ntil then you can use SECOND 2 when you are driving less than 35 mph 55 km h and THIRD 3 for higher speeds FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the selector lever is put in FIRST 1 the transaxle won t downshift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough NOTICE If your front whee...

Page 147: ... with your left foot To release the tension on the parking brake cable you will need to apply about the same amount of pressure to the parking brake pedal as you did when you set the parking brake When you remove your foot from the parking brake pedal it will pop up to the released position NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them...

Page 148: ...he engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake with your left foot 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this D Pull the lever t...

Page 149: ...ith the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift...

Page 150: ...lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have 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 CAUTION Before shifting out of PARK P you must fully apply your regular brakes Your vehicle can roll If you have lef...

Page 151: ...ke application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the ignition key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the engine and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things ...

Page 152: ...is coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if ever you have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier Ca...

Page 153: ...ake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Windows Manual Windows Use the manual crank to open and close the front windows Power Windows Option If you have power windows the switches on the driver s door armrest control the front windows when th...

Page 154: ...e window in the open position To close pull the center of the latch forward and then close the latch Press the center of the latch to secure the window in the closed position Power Rear Quarter Windows If Equipped This button located in the overhead console switchbank is used for opening and closing the power rear quarter windows Press the top ribbed side of the button to open the windows both win...

Page 155: ...efore you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your D Turn Signal and Lane ...

Page 156: ...is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps the signal indicator will flash at a normal rate even if a turn signal bulb is burned out Check the front and rear turn signal ...

Page 157: ...des may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools Clear away snow or ice to...

Page 158: ...sh symbol on it Push in the bottom of the button to continue the intermittent wiper cycle after the washing cycle is completed Cruise Control Option With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 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 about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes t...

Page 159: ...e cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don t want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use it 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Push in the SET button at the e...

Page 160: ...e accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed D Move the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A briefly and then release it Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster The accelerate feature will work whether or not you ha...

Page 161: ...ourse applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control D Step lightly on the brake pedal or D Move the cruise switch to OFF Erasing Cruise Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed m...

Page 162: ...ng Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset A light sensor on top of the instrument panel makes the DRL work so be sure it isn t covered The DRL system will make front parking and turn signal lamps come on in day...

Page 163: ...the headlamps switch clockwise to increase the brightness of the instrument panel lights and counterclockwise to decrease the brightness Turn the control all the way counterclockwise to turn them off Interior Lamps Control Turn the dial all the way clockwise to turn on the interior lamps if the interior lamps override switch is off Turn the dial counterclockwise to turn the lamps off Interior Lamp...

Page 164: ...erior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked See Delayed Illumination later in this section To turn the exit lighting feature off or on see Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Delayed Illumination The delayed illumination feature will continue to illuminate the interior for 25 seconds after all doors have been cl...

Page 165: ...le any door or liftgate is open and slowly fade out when all doors and the liftgate are closed The interior lamps may stay on for up to 25 seconds after all doors have been closed if they have not been locked See Delayed Illumination earlier in this section To turn the exit lighting feature off or on see Multifunction Alarm Locks and Lighting Choices in the Index Front Reading Lamps There are two ...

Page 166: ...enable the interior lights override Battery Saver Your vehicle has a feature to help prevent you from draining the battery in case you accidentally leave the interior lamps on If you leave any interior lamps on while the ignition is in LOCK or OFF they will automatically turn off after 10 minutes The lamps won t come back on again until you D Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY D turn the interi...

Page 167: ...rs can be folded forward or rearward In the rearward position they will fold almost flush with the vehicle This feature is particularly useful in automatic car washes Your mirrors have a blue tint to reduce glare while driving at night Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror ...

Page 168: ...Use the key to lock or unlock the glove box The glove box door has a detent to prevent the door from lowering too far Open the glove box until the door is partway open then pull the door down if you need it fully open To close the glove box the door must be pushed up past the detent In the door of the glove box you will find a tissue pack holder and clip for a pen or pencil Compact Overhead Consol...

Page 169: ...ional overhead console are explained on the following pages Garage Door Opener Compartment You can store your garage door opener in the rear compartment of your overhead console and operate it from this position To install your garage door opener follow these instructions 1 Open the compartment by pressing the latch forward Remove the piece of self sticking VelcroR 2 Peel the protective backing fr...

Page 170: ...down and press the opener firmly into place 4 Once the opener is installed use the black pegs inside the compartment door to make sure the lined area on the compartment door will contact the control button on your garage door opener when pressed 5 Add one peg at a time until your garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button ...

Page 171: ...ray that slides out Slide the tray all the way toward the rear of the vehicle until the tray locks onto the plastic tabs at the end of the guide rails The tray holds CDs or cassettes in the center area You can also store cassettes in the left side area The right side area can hold either the coinholder which lifts out or another cassette The tray can be removed for cleaning or when you want to rep...

Page 172: ...o replace the tray line up the guides on the bottom of the tray with the guide rails in the storage bin door Slide the tray back in Front Seat Storage Bin Thestoragebinislocatedunderthemanualfrontpassenger s seat To open the bin lift the handle and slide the drawer out Cupholders There are cupholders on the inboard side of the front passenger s seat and the right side of the second row bench seat ...

Page 173: ...gs on the floor The side of the cargo net closest to the front of the vehicle is higher than the side closest to the liftgate Once you ve loaded items into the net stretch the higher side of the net up and over the top of the load to hold it firmly in place The cargo net has a maximum capacity of 100 lbs 45 kg It is not designed to hold larger heavier loads Store such loads on the floor of your ve...

Page 174: ...take down the convenience nets to extend their life and retain their elasticity Front Seat Storage Net There is a storage net that stretches between the front seats Pull the hooks toward the passenger s seat and insert them into the holes next to the cupholder To store the net lift the hooks up and out of the holes The net does not detach from the driver s seat When not in use it is recommend that...

Page 175: ... other drivers to have a collision and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle If you have the optional luggage carrier you can load things on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier has slats and side rails attached to the roof as well as sliding crossrails and place...

Page 176: ...rd as you can Then slide the crossrail up against the rear of the load to help keep it from moving You can then tie it down Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo ar...

Page 177: ...tighten the release knobs by turning them clockwise This will lock the crossrails in place Use the adjustable tie down loops in the side rails to help secure large loads Reposition the tie downs by turning them counterclockwise then slide them along the side rail Turn the tie downs clockwise to tighten them in place If you wish to attach the luggage tie downs or other compatible bicycle or ski acc...

Page 178: ...the end of the bumper strip with a flathead screwdriver and cut off enough of the strip to access the tapped plates After removing the tie downs or other equipment be sure to reinstall the piece of bumper strip that was cut ...

Page 179: ...If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage Side Ashtrays To open the ashtray press the right side and turn it open To remove the ashtra...

Page 180: ...D Theft Detection Notification and Stolen Vehicle Tracking D Remote Door Unlock D Roadside Assistance with Location D Route Support D Convenience Services D Remote Diagnostics D Hands Free Voice Activated Cellular Telephone For more information contact your dealer Accessory Inflator System Option Your vehicle may be equipped with an air inflator With it you can inflate things like air mattresses a...

Page 181: ...It includes a 20 foot 6 m hose with an air pressure gage and nozzle adapters CAUTION Inflating something too much can make it explode and you or others could be injured Be sure to read the inflator instructions and inflate any object only to its recommended pressure ...

Page 182: ...ee Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index or see your dealer for service Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about 10 minutes To reset press the ON switch again Don t run your air inflator for longer than 30 minutes at one time If you do you may damage the system After 30 minutes wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the air inflator To turn off the inflator press OFF and det...

Page 183: ...power outlet is located in the rear compartment on the driver s side To remove the cover pull the tab on the cover and pull it off To replace the cover on the rear outlet line up the tabs at the back of the cover and put the cover in place Push down the tab to secure the cover When not in use always cover the rear outlet with the protective cap NOTICE When using the accessory power outlet D Maximu...

Page 184: ...yellowblue 2 84 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Page 185: ...tch E Instrument Panel Cluster F Center Vents G Audio System H Side Vents I Lamp Switch J Hood Release K Horn L Ignition Switch M Climate Controls N Rear Fan Controls Option O Accessory Power Outlet P Storage Bin Q Remote CD Player Option R Instrument Panel Switchbank S Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter T Glove Box U Front Vents V Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...

Page 186: ... you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to drive safely and economically The indicator warning lights and gages are explained on the following pages United States shown Canadian similar ...

Page 187: ...ne has probably tried to turn it back so the numbers may not be true You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then that will be done If it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The t...

Page 188: ...hould 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 when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to ...

Page 189: ...ork properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working It will rema...

Page 190: ...nited States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is st...

Page 191: ...he anti lock brake system warning light on can lead to an accident After you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service If the anti lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you ve started your engine turn the ignition off Or if the light comes on and stays on when you re driving stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then st...

Page 192: ...gly The traction control system warning light may come on for the following reasons D If there s a brake system problem that is specifically related to traction control the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on If your brakes begin to overheat the traction control system will turn off and the warning light will come on until your brakes cool down D If the tractio...

Page 193: ...e the light will go out as soon as the anti lock system stops adjusting brake pressure or the traction control system stops limiting wheel spin The LOW TRACTION light also comes on briefly as a bulb check when the engine is started If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light This light will come ...

Page 194: ... operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible In Problems on the Road this manual shows you what to do See Engine Overheating in the Index Low Coolant Warning Light United States Canada If this light comes on your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat See Engine Coolant in the Index ...

Page 195: ... cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving...

Page 196: ...uired Emission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways D Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission cont...

Page 197: ...lfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly ins...

Page 198: ...e proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Oil Pressure Light Your vehicle is equipped with an oil pressure warning light Your oil pressure light lets you k...

Page 199: ...nd the ignition is turned to RUN or START If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P while the power sliding door is open or in the process of closing and the power sliding door override feature is disabled a buzzer will sound This is a warning that the power sliding door is not completely closed CAUTION If you shift the transaxle out of PARK P and accelerate before the power sliding door latches cl...

Page 200: ...e to restart your engine if you turn it off Your PASS Key III system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the PASS Key III system at this time Fuel Gage United States Canada When the indicator nears EMPTY E you still have a little fuel left but you should get more soon If your fuel is low the warning light near the fuel gage will go o...

Page 201: ...y move while cornering braking or speeding up D The gage may not indicate EMPTY E when the ignition is turned off Low Fuel Warning Light If your fuel is low the warning light next to the fuel gage will go on and stay on until you add fuel If the warning light is still on after adding fuel you need to reset the warning light To reset the warning light turn the ignition to OFF then to ON If the ligh...

Page 202: ...ress the MODE button after the last Trip Computer display to return the DIC to the OFF mode Off No driver information is displayed in this mode of operation Compass Temperature Mode One of eight compass readings and the outside temperature are displayed If the temperature is below 38_F 3_C the temperature reading will toggle between displaying the outside temperature and the word ICE for two minut...

Page 203: ...ehicle is new the calibration process may not be complete In these cases the calibration symbol C will be displayed where the compass reading is normally displayed To calibrate the compass in an area free from large metal objects make three 360_ turns The calibration symbol will turn off and the compass reading will be displayed Manual Compass Calibration If the compass appears erratic and the cal...

Page 204: ...onomy for the most recent second of driving D RANGE Trip Range This shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with the remaining fuel The fuel economy used to calculate range is based on the last few hours of driving D FUEL USED Trip Fuel Used This shows the accumulated fuel used since the last reset D AVG SPEED Average Speed This shows the average speed since the last reset Resetting the ...

Page 205: ...without Automatic Tone Control 3 9 Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic Tone Control 3 9 AM FM Stereo 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 14 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 19 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 23 Rear Seat Audio If Equipped 3 25 Remote Compact Disc Player If E...

Page 206: ...ob controls the temperature of the air coming through the system Turn it counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Turn it clockwise toward the red area for warmer air Mode Knob This knob controls the direction of where the air will enter the vehicle UPPER This setting directs outside air through the instrument panel outlets BI LEVEL This setting directs outside air into your vehicle in...

Page 207: ...FROST setting is selected the system will automatically go to OUTSIDE AIR mode Air Conditioning On very hot days your vehicle will cool down more quickly and economically if you open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape For all settings adjust the temperature control knob and fan speed as desired To get maximum cooling or a quick cool down on very hot days press the A C and RECIRCU...

Page 208: ...t more quickly because the engine coolant is already warmed See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Defogging and Defrosting To rapidly defrost the windshield turn the temperature control knob all the way clockwise to the red area and turn the mode knob to DEFROST Adjust the fan to the highest speed To keep the windshield clear and bring in heated air through the heater ducts turn the mode knob to ...

Page 209: ...wouldn t be covered by your warranty Rear Climate Control Option If you have the optional rear climate control the rear seat passengers can control the temperature and the amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle The amount of air directed to the rear of the vehicle can also be adjusted using the front control for the rear fan Set the main climate control mode knob to LOWER DEFOG or DEFRO...

Page 210: ...n the fan to the desired setting for the amount of air to be directed to the rear of the vehicle The temperature of the air will be the same as the air in the front of the vehicle The rear fan control in the instrument panel switchbank has an R setting which allows the rear passengers to use the rear climate control knobs to adjust the air through the rear air outlets Rear Comfort Controls The rea...

Page 211: ...anel see Mode Knob earlier in this section The mode you choose will regulate both the front and rear climate control systems Rear Air Vents To maximize airflow through the rear heater outlet place the left bucket seat in the second row in the forward position see Adjusting Rear Seats in the Index The vent behind the left rear seat is the cold air return vent Be sure to keep it free of obstructions...

Page 212: ...You can also stop outside air from entering by turning the fan to OFF and pushing the RECIRCULATION button Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves This will allow the heater and defroster to work much better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather turn the blower fan t...

Page 213: ...n five seconds press and hold the right arrow on the SEEK button until the correct minute appears Press and hold the left arrow on the SEEK button until the correct hour appears Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic Tone Control Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears AM FM Stereo Playing the Radio VOLUME This knob turns the system...

Page 214: ...ered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 14 stations seven AM and seven FM Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press SET SET will appear on the display 5 Press one of the four numbered buttons within five seconds Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for eac...

Page 215: ... the speakers FADE Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped Playing the Radio VOLUME This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume To increase volume and turn the radio on turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to dec...

Page 216: ...u set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time Just 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same buttons the s...

Page 217: ...laying use the VOL FADE BAL BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio Other controls may have different functions when a tape is inserted The display will show an arrow to show which side of the tape is playing REV Press the SEEK arrow pointing to the left and the tape will reverse rapidly until you press this button again lightly FWD Press the SEEK arrow pointing to the right and the ta...

Page 218: ... tape symbol on the display will flash showing that the cut tape detection feature is no longer active This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease vol...

Page 219: ... you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appear in the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press SEEK again to stop scanning The sound will...

Page 220: ... switch to manual and the AUTO TONE display will go blank If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUTO TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for country western classical news rock pop and jazz stations C W will appear on the display when you...

Page 221: ...etal or CrO2 and sets the pre emphasis Anytime a tape is inserted the top side is selected to play first PREV 1 Press this button or the left SEEK arrow to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds it will go to the beginning of t...

Page 222: ...s button to change to the tape function when the radio is on The tape symbol with an arrow will appear on the display when the tape is active If your system is equipped with a remote playback device pressing this button a second time will allow the remote device to play EJECT Press this button to remove the tape The radio will play EJECT may be activated with either the ignition or radio off Casse...

Page 223: ...ndicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter It will power up the radio and begin playing This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR VOL Press this knob to turn the system on and off To increase volume turn the knob clockwise Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume Th...

Page 224: ... you re not using it SEEK Press the right or left arrow to go to the next higher or lower station The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds and SCAN will appear on the display Use SCAN to listen to stations for a few seconds The radio will go to a station stop for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press SEEK again to stop scanning The sound will...

Page 225: ... switch to manual and the AUTO TONE display will go blank If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUTO TONE This feature allows you to choose preset bass and treble equalization settings designed for country western classical news rock pop and jazz stations C W will appear on the display when you...

Page 226: ... selection If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking RDM 2 Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RANDOM will show on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play RDM is reset to off when the disc is ejected NEXT 3 Press this button or the right SEEK arrow to ...

Page 227: ...ill start playing where it was stopped If you press EJECT but don t remove the disc the player will pull the disc back in to protect it after about one minute If you leave a compact disc in the player while listening to the radio it may become warm Rear Seat Audio If Equipped This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the music sources including AM FM cassette tapes or CDs Howeve...

Page 228: ...d Automatic Tone Control while listening to a cassette tape press the up arrow to hear the next selection on the tape Press the down arrow to go back to the previous selection The SEEK button is inactive if the cassette mode on the front radio is in use If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control or the Remote Compact Disc Player while list...

Page 229: ...en ejected but is still sitting in the remote CD player will be pulled back into the player after approximately 30 seconds This protects the disc and player from damage The disc will not start playing To remove the disc press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player All of the compact disc functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for EJECT When a disc is in the player a CD ...

Page 230: ...right arrow to go to the next higher track on the disc RANDOM Press P SCAN to enter the random play mode RANDOM will appear on the display While in this mode the tracks on the disc will be played in random order If you press SEEK PREV or NEXT while in the random mode the PREV or NEXT track will be scanned randomly Press P SCAN again to turn off RANDOM and return to normal operation RECALL Press th...

Page 231: ...e procedure NOTE If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until...

Page 232: ...to enter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the disp...

Page 233: ...an adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound...

Page 234: ...to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dea...

Page 235: ... display will flash for two seconds 4 Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection feature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleanin...

Page 236: ...edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Integrated Windshield Antenna The antenna in your vehicle is a very thin metal layer in the windshield If you look near the edges of the windshield you can see the outline of the ...

Page 237: ...ve Driving 4 3 Drunken Driving 4 6 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Driving at Night 4 17 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 20 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 23 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 25 Winter Driving 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 29 Loading Your Vehic...

Page 238: ...ost preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone...

Page 239: ...drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on t...

Page 240: ...In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the drivi...

Page 241: ...lcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness ...

Page 242: ... bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66...

Page 243: ...ill 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 Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine or when you begin to drive away your anti lock brake system ...

Page 244: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel s...

Page 245: ...void a braking skid See Low Traction Light in the Index Traction Control System If Equipped Your vehicle may have a traction control system that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system works the front brakes and reduces e...

Page 246: ...ve the system on But you can turn the traction control system off if you ever need to You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index To turn the system off press the TCS symbol on the bottom of the button in the center console switchbank The indicator light on the traction control button will go off If the system is limi...

Page 247: ...n you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden accel...

Page 248: ...First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it...

Page 249: ...assing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Driv...

Page 250: ...ther cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle t...

Page 251: ...leration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on ...

Page 252: ...roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytim...

Page 253: ... night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects...

Page 254: ...Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your 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 ...

Page 255: ...u can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water wat...

Page 256: ... Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you st...

Page 257: ...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 speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes che...

Page 258: ...y to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D ...

Page 259: ...e can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the roa...

Page 260: ...TRAL 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 wouldn t 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 D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help c...

Page 261: ...th and 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 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between you...

Page 262: ...trol accelerate gently Try not to break the gentle traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the...

Page 263: ...o to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your cloth...

Page 264: ... 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 it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and...

Page 265: ...n a dolly 2 Put the vehicle in PARK P 3 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 4 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing 5 Release the parking brake Loading Your Vehicle The Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver s door ...

Page 266: ... with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear 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 c...

Page 267: ...cessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload You should never exceed the GVWR or the GAWR Your dealer can help you determine your payload Electronic Level Control Option On vehicles equipped with the optional electronic level control the rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you load or unload your vehicle ...

Page 268: ...the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this section In it...

Page 269: ...ngine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D You should use THIRD 3 or as you need to a lower gear when towing a trailer Operating your vehicle in THIRD 3 when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your transaxle Three important considerations have to do with weight D the weight of the trailer D the weight of the trailer tongue D and the weight ...

Page 270: ... carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer...

Page 271: ... your vehicle are not intended for hitches Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper type hitches to them Use only a frame mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper D If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg be sure to use a properly mounted weight carrying hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper v...

Page 272: ... ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Because you have anti lock brakes do not try to tap into your vehicle s brake system If you do both brake systems won t work well or at all Driving with a Trailer CAUTION If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsci...

Page 273: ...orking This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudd...

Page 274: ...ailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades ...

Page 275: ...ady to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you D Start your engine D Shift into a gear and D Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pullin...

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Page 277: ...blems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 20 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Changing a Flat Tire 5 31 Compact Spare Tire 5 32 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 278: ...ash on and off Your hazard warning flashers button is on top of the steering column Press the button in to turn on your flashers Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers push the button down and it will pop back up by itself When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work ...

Page 279: ...ng steps listed to do it safely On vehicles equipped with the optional power sliding door a low voltage battery or replacing a battery may cause the system to become inoperative See Power Sliding Door in the Index for more information CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because D They contain acid that can burn you D They contain gas that can explode or ignite D They contain enoug...

Page 280: ...d damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t...

Page 281: ...r warranty 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan 5 Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal The terminal is under a tethered cap at the front of the underhood fuse...

Page 282: ... accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal eng...

Page 283: ...onnect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 9 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead bat...

Page 284: ...ery is much less 11 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 12 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 13 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal Removal Procedure A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good B...

Page 285: ... is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or car carrier equipment Don t have you vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless you must If the vehicle must be towed on the drive wheels do not tow the vehicle more than 500 cumulative miles 800 km or exceed 50 mph 80 km h If these limitations must be exceeded then the drive wheels ...

Page 286: ...ll notice a significant loss in power and engine performance The low coolant light may come on and the temperature gage will indicate an overheat condition exists Towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided NOTICE After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will b...

Page 287: ...dly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning...

Page 288: ...nues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam idle the engine for three minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down Also see Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode listed previously in this section You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right ...

Page 289: ...n the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t 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 before you drive the vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t c...

Page 290: ...hey aren t your vehicle needs service How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be da...

Page 291: ...hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system...

Page 292: ...ly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and the radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Page 293: ...sure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap ...

Page 294: ... proper coolant mixture 4 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fans 5 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck ...

Page 295: ...during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this 7 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 8 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank ...

Page 296: ...ehicle 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 If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on y...

Page 297: ...and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you ll need is in the storage compartment at the rear of the vehicle on the passenger s side Remove the side convenience net Open the jack storage compartment by lifting up the tab and pulling the cover off ...

Page 298: ...r D Spare Tire E Extension Chisel End F Wrench The compact spare tire is located under the vehicle ahead of the rear bumper See Compact Spare Tire later in this section for more information about the compact spare Attach the wrench to the extension and insert the chisel end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft Then turn the folding wrench counterclockwise to low...

Page 299: ...yellowblue 5 23 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening The tools you ll be using include the jack A extension B and folding wrench C ...

Page 300: ...ehicle has aluminum wheels use the handle of the folding wrench to pry the large center cap Then with the other end of the folding wrench loosen the nuts If your vehicle has the plastic bolt on wheel covers loosen them completely using the folding wrench and remove the wheel cover ...

Page 301: ... back to the starting position This avoids taking the wrench off the lug nut for each turn For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and wrench The key is supplied in the front passenger s door pocket NOTICE To help avoid damage to the lock nut or the wheel lock key do not use an impact wrench with this key ...

Page 302: ...ot raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you 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 CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid persona...

Page 303: ... the flat tire 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a...

Page 304: ...causing a serious accident 8 Install the spare tire and replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 9 Lower the vehicle by attaching the folding wheel wrench to the jack and turning the wrench counterclockwise Lower the jack completely ...

Page 305: ...he nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification Don t try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare tire It won t fit Store the wheel cover securely in the rear of the vehicle unt...

Page 306: ...across the underside of the wheel 4 When the tire is almost in the stored position turn the tire so the valve is towards the rear of the vehicle This will help when you check and maintain tire pressure in the spare 5 Keep raising the wheel until you hear the hoist mechanism click twice This means the wheel is firmly stored against the underside of the vehicle 6 Push against the wheel to be sure it...

Page 307: ...new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full...

Page 308: ...ge your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed t...

Page 309: ...s If your vehicle has traction control you should turn your traction control system off See Traction Control System in the Index Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transaxle is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward a...

Page 310: ...yellowblue 5 34 NOTES ...

Page 311: ...senger Compartment Air Filter Replacement 6 18 Automatic Transaxle Fluid 6 21 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 21 Thermostat 6 21 Engine Coolant 6 25 Power Steering Fluid 6 26 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 27 Brakes 6 30 Battery 6 31 Bulb Replacement 6 38 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 39 Tires 6 47 Appearance Care 6 48 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 52 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 6 54 Un...

Page 312: ...k If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You sh...

Page 313: ... recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline...

Page 314: ...your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized Chevrolet dealer for service To provide...

Page 315: ...ability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Filling Your Tank The fuel filler door is located on ...

Page 316: ...ng in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right CAUTION If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Th...

Page 317: ...l tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel 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 D Dispense gasoline only ...

Page 318: ...underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like gasoline oil coolant brake fluid windshield 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 first pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle ...

Page 319: ...The hood prop may be hot due to increased engine temperatures under the hood so be careful when handling it Use your hood prop sleeve when handling the hood prop Pull forward on the hood prop to release it from its storage clip Then put the end of the hood prop into the slot in the underside of the hood ...

Page 320: ...e and Relay Center B Remote Positive Terminal C Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D Radiator Pressure Cap E Power Steering Fluid Reservoir F Engine Oil Fill Location G Engine Oil Dipstick H Transaxle Fluid Dipstick I Brake Master Cylinder J Air Cleaner K Engine Coolant Reservoir ...

Page 321: ...re information see Low Oil Level Light in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick is located at the front of the engine compartment near the center The dipstick handle ...

Page 322: ...the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use For crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap is located just behind the engine oil dipstick Be sure to fill it e...

Page 323: ...Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in th...

Page 324: ...rotection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil Your dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule D Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles 8 to 16 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are be...

Page 325: ...roperly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies ...

Page 326: ...e burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Passenger compartment air both outside air ...

Page 327: ...ter will pull straight out To remove the second reach in and slide it toward the opening Pull the second filter out 4 Replace the filters by reversing Step 3 Make sure the filters are inserted so that the sealing foam is angled in the same direction on both filters For the type of filter to use see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index ...

Page 328: ...le under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much ...

Page 329: ... With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps 1 The dipstick is located toward the back of the engine co...

Page 330: ... Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross hatched area on the dipstick 1 Pull out the dipstick 2 Using a long neck funnel add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use o...

Page 331: ... is recommended Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your thermostat a GM thermostat is recommended Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coolant is designed...

Page 332: ... months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new vehicle warranty What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Pla...

Page 333: ... dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The engine coolant reservoir is located on the driver s side of the vehicle above the engine air cleaner filter The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be a...

Page 334: ...an allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ...

Page 335: ... Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick When the engine compartment is hot the level should be at the H mark When it s cold the level should be at the C mark If t...

Page 336: ... labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer flui...

Page 337: ... fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid wh...

Page 338: ...t will come on See Brake System Warning Light in the Index What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only 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 ki...

Page 339: ...pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continui...

Page 340: ...ts many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work...

Page 341: ...see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Jump Starting For jump starting instructions see Jump Starting in the Index Bulb Replacement For the type of bulbs see Replacement Bulbs in the Index Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Head...

Page 342: ...d on top of the headlamp assembly 4 Unscrew the black retainer ring that holds the bulb assembly in place 5 Pull the bulb assembly straight up from the lamp housing 6 Unhook the electrical connector by lifting up the blue tabs and pulling the bulb out ...

Page 343: ...into the electrical connector Push the bulb firmly enough so that the blue tabs hook over the tab on the bulb 8 Carefully put the bulb assembly back into the lamp housing and tighten the black retainer ring in place Be careful not to damage the bulb on the headlamp aiming bar ...

Page 344: ...sembly with the holes in the fender 12 Tighten the bolt connecting the parking turn signal lamp assembly Be sure the tab from the parking turn signal lamp assembly is inboard of the tab from the headlamp assembly Front Turn Signal Parking Lamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the thumb screw attaching the parking turn signal lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the parking turn signal lamp assem...

Page 345: ...ly line up and insert the tabs on the back of the assembly with the slots in the fender Engage the lower clip on the front of the lamp assembly keeping the upper tab on the parking turn signal lamp assembly inboard of the headlamp bracket tab 8 To align the parking turn signal lamp assembly with the headlamp assembly lift up the parking turn signal lamp assembly until the upper edge is contacting ...

Page 346: ...he parking turn signal lamp assembly away from the vehicle 4 Unscrew the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise 5 Replace the bulb by pulling the old one out and gently pushing the new one into the lamp socket 6 Line up the tabs on the sockets with the gaps in the socket holes and screw the bulb socket back into the lamp housing ...

Page 347: ... the upper edge is contacting the fender 9 Fasten the parking turn signal lamp assembly to the headlamp assembly with the thumb screw removed in Step 2 Taillamps 1 Open the liftgate 2 Remove the two screws from the taillamp housing on the inboard side 3 Pull off the entire taillamp housing The locator retaining pins on the outboard side are part of the lamp assembly and will remain intact during r...

Page 348: ...eld wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking See Wiper Blade Check in Section 7 of this manual under Part B Owner Checks and Services for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways For the proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index Here s how to remove the Shepherd s Hook type 1...

Page 349: ...clip click into place Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your Chevrolet Warranty booklet for details CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have ...

Page 350: ...use accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Inflation Tire Pressure The Certification Tire label which is on the rear edge of the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you tha...

Page 351: ...ure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 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 s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement la...

Page 352: ...ere the wheel attaches 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 you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It s 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...

Page 353: ...PC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the ve...

Page 354: ... standards 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 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may de...

Page 355: ...d not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if ...

Page 356: ...ke your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body ...

Page 357: ...n will damage your vehicle Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open you...

Page 358: ...ays read the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vac...

Page 359: ...y scrape off excess stain 2 First clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery that has been treated with Scotchgardt Fabric Protector a 3M product It protects fabrics by repelling oil and water which are the carriers of most stains Even with this protection you still need...

Page 360: ...g reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Cleaning the Built in Child Restraint Pad The built in child restraint pad is attached to the seat frame with fastener strips You can...

Page 361: ...he defogger grid Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshiel...

Page 362: ...nse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an...

Page 363: ...soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Aluminum Wheels If Equipped Keep ...

Page 364: ...nderbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and o...

Page 365: ...glast plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Sil...

Page 366: ...itle and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the inside of the access panel located on the driver s side of the rear of the vehicle It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN...

Page 367: ...by an internal circuit breaker in the instrument panel fuse panel An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor ...

Page 368: ... can borrow one that has the same amperage or use one of the spare fuses in the underhood fuse and relay center Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the right amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse block and the underhood fuse and relay ...

Page 369: ...nstrument Cluster to PRNDL Indicators PWR MIRROR Power Remote Control Mirror Switch CRUISE Cruise Control Module Switch and Release Switch PWR QTR VENT Interior Lamps and Multifunction Switch Power Vent Switch FRT WPR WSHR Windshield Wiper Washer Motor and Switch PASS KEY PASS Key System PWR LOCK Body Control Module BCM HTD MIRROR Heated Mirrors RH T LP Not Used RR FOG LP Not Used CIGAR DLC Cigare...

Page 370: ...STOP LAMP Stoplamp Switch Fuses Usage ABS MOD BATT Electronic Brake Control Module Electronic Brake Traction Control Module EBCM EBTCM CAN VENT SOL Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister Vent Solonoid Valve ELC Electronic Level Control ELC Air Compressor and ELC Relay Trailer Harness CTSY LAMP BCM IGN 1 BCM Electronic Brake Control Indicator Lamp Driver Module Instrument Panel Cluster Rear Side Door ...

Page 371: ...e Door Actuator Front and Rear Window Defogger Relay BCM PRGRM Body Control Module BCM RH HEADLP LOW Not Used RH HEADLP HIGH Not Used PCM IGN MAIN Relay and PCM Underhood Fuse and Relay Center This fuse and relay center is located in the engine compartment in front of the windshield washer fluid reservoir The fuses marked spare are available if a replacement fuse is needed To remove the cover turn...

Page 372: ...h to Fuses Instrument Panel ABS TCS IGN CRUISE DRL ELEC PRNDL IGN 1 PSD SIR T SIG and PCM IGN MAIN Relay Underhood Electrical Center Fuses A C CLU ELEK IGN IGN 1 U H INJ TCC 6 COOL FAN 1 Coolant Fans 7 BATT MAIN 1 Fuses Instrument Panel ABS MOD BATT CIGAR DLC CTSY LAMP FRT PWR SCKT PWR LOCK PWR MIRROR and RR PWR SCKT 8 IGN MAIN 2 Ignition Switch to Fuses I P BCM PRGRM FRT HVAC LOW MED BLWR FRT WPR...

Page 373: ...19 SPARE Not Used 20 Not Used Mini Fuse Usage 21 IGN1 UH Evaporative Emissions EVAP Canister Purge Valve Heated Oxygen Sensors 1 and 2 Mass Air Flow MAF Sensor 22 SPARE Not Used 23 SPARE Not Used 24 SPARE Not Used 25 ELEK IGN Ignition Control Module ICM 26 SPARE Not Used 27 B U LAMP Transaxle Range Switch to Back up Lamps 28 A C CLU A C CLU Relay to A C Compressor Clutch Oil 29 RADIO Driver Inform...

Page 374: ...ed 39 Spare Not Used 40 Mini Fuse Puller Replacement Bulbs Headlamps 9004 HBI Front Turn Signal Parking Lamps 3157NA or 3157 NAK Front Sidemarker Lamps 194 Stop Taillamps Top 3057 Signal Lamps 2nd from Top 3156 Back up Lamps 3rd from Top 3156 Taillamps Bottom 3057 Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions Please refer to Recommen...

Page 375: ... as recommended in this manual Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code E Engine Type V6 Firing Order 1 2 3 4 5 6 Horsepower 185 Thermostat Temperature Specification 195_F 91_C Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant be sure the proper refrigerant is used If you re not sure ask your dealer Normal...

Page 376: ... Wheelbase 112 0 inches 284 5 cm Front Tread Width 61 5 inches 156 2 cm Rear Tread Width 63 3 inches 160 8 cm Vehicle Dimensions Extended Wheel Base Length 200 9 inches 510 2 cm Width 72 0 inches 183 cm Height 68 1 inches 172 9 cm Wheelbase 120 0 inches 304 7 cm Front Tread Width 61 5 inches 156 2 cm Rear Tread Width 63 3 inches 160 8 cm ...

Page 377: ...safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 22 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 30 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 34 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 35 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 37 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Page 378: ...n even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to ...

Page 379: ...lp keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yoursel...

Page 380: ...art tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessa...

Page 381: ...uld follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these 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 Chassis Lubrication or 6 months whichever occurs first Tire Rotation Every 12 000 Miles 20 000 km Passenger C...

Page 382: ...intenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance is true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the Short Trip City schedule for these...

Page 383: ...iles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxle Service severe conditions only Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection or every 60 months whichever occurs first Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Automatic Transaxle Service normal conditions Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Co...

Page 384: ... or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the suspension steering linkage transa...

Page 385: ...irst An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE...

Page 386: ...nge engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 18 000 Miles 30 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 mon...

Page 387: ...trol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL ...

Page 388: ... information See footnote 33 000 Miles 55 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter ...

Page 389: ...every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary A...

Page 390: ...tion pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery servi...

Page 391: ... first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE D...

Page 392: ...sion Control Service j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 63 000 Miles 105 000 km j Change en...

Page 393: ...000 Miles 115 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Ins...

Page 394: ... km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever...

Page 395: ...e footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service...

Page 396: ...ntrol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 6 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUA...

Page 397: ...ng frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coo...

Page 398: ...y or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the suspension steering linkage trans...

Page 399: ...ntrol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lu...

Page 400: ...Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rota...

Page 401: ...tation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery ser...

Page 402: ...2 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace air cl...

Page 403: ...ontrol Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Replace passenger compartment air filter j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j ...

Page 404: ...n Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rot...

Page 405: ...g frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transaxle fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Cool...

Page 406: ...Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid i...

Page 407: ...orn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Automatic...

Page 408: ...works in any other position your vehicle needs service Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock BTSI Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Ind...

Page 409: ...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 D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the ...

Page 410: ...tions or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace as needed Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser To help ...

Page 411: ...dwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting req...

Page 412: ... requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Rear Folding Seat Fuel Door Hinge Liftgate Hinges Power Sliding Door Cable Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Sliding Door Track LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant mee...

Page 413: ...es provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 414: ...yellowblue 7 38 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Page 415: ...er Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 9 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 11 Reporting Safety De...

Page 416: ...epartments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manage...

Page 417: ...ion or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting Chevrolet please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer...

Page 418: ... is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevr...

Page 419: ... If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resourc...

Page 420: ...dealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however some services may incur costs Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer Basic Care and Courtesy Care D Toll free number 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 D Free towing for warranty repairs D Basic over the phone technical advice D Available dealer services at reasonable costs i e wrecker services locksmith key service glass...

Page 421: ...ourtesy Care at any time For complete program details see your Chevrolet dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service When roadside services are required our advisors will explain any payment obligations that may be incurred for utilizing outside services For prompt assistance when calli...

Page 422: ...raged to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing se...

Page 423: ...rmation Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealerships and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Cove...

Page 424: ...TSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS T...

Page 425: ... MI 48007 7047 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 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors...

Page 426: ...rmation about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 10 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify y...

Page 427: ...999 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 15 00 1999 10 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 5 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM CHE ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable i...

Page 428: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES ...

Page 429: ...igerants 6 65 Air Inflator 2 80 Alignment and Balance Tire 6 45 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 53 Antenna Integrated Windshield 3 32 Antifreeze 6 21 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 91 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Appearance Care 6 47 Appearance Care Materials 6 55 Ashtray 2 79 Audio Systems 3 9 Automatic Door Locks 2 6 Overdrive 2 45 Automatic Transaxle Check 7 31 Fluid 6 18 Operation 2 43 Park Mechanism Che...

Page 430: ... 21 Carbon Monoxide 2 52 4 28 4 36 Cargo Net 2 73 Cassette Deck Service 7 30 Tape Player 3 11 3 14 Tape Player Care 3 30 CD Adapter Kits 3 14 3 19 Center Rear Passenger Position Bench Seat 1 52 Bucket Seat 1 54 Certification Tire Label 4 29 Chains Safety 4 36 Tire 6 47 Changing a Flat Tire 5 20 Charging System Indicator Light 2 89 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 90 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 54 C...

Page 431: ...irmation 2 34 Arming with the Power Lock Switch 2 34 Arming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter 2 34 Arming with Your Key 2 34 Disarming with the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter 2 35 Disarming with Your Key 2 35 Nuisance Alarms 2 35 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Convex Outside Mirror 2 67 Coolant 6 21 Adding 6 24 Checking 6 24 Heater Engine 2 41 Recovery Tank 5 14 What to Use 6 22 Cooling System...

Page 432: ...Level Control 4 31 Engine 6 10 Air Cleaner Filter 6 15 Coolant 6 21 Coolant Heater 2 41 Coolant Level Check 7 30 Coolant Temperature Gage 2 94 Exhaust 2 52 4 28 4 36 Identification 6 56 Oil Level Check 7 30 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 5 10 Overheating 5 9 Running While Parked 2 52 Specifications 6 65 Starting Your 2 40 Engine Oil 2 99 6 11 Additives 6 14 Checking 6 12 Used 6 15 What Kind ...

Page 433: ...s with Disabilities 8 5 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 6 55 Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR 4 30 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR 4 30 Guide en Français ii GVWR 4 30 Halogen Bulbs 6 31 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamps 2 61 Bulb Replacement 6 31 High Low Beam Changer 2 56 On Reminder 2 62 Wiring 6 57 Hearing Impaired Customer Assistance 8 4 Heated Outside Mirrors 2 67 H...

Page 434: ... Confirmation 2 9 Resynchronizing 2 11 Keys 2 2 Labels Certification Tire 4 29 Service Parts Identification 6 56 Tire Loading Information 4 29 Vehicle Identification Number 6 56 Lamps Cargo 2 66 Delayed Illumination 2 64 Dome 2 66 Exit Lighting 2 65 Exterior 2 61 Illuminated Entry 2 64 Interior 2 63 On Reminder 2 62 Last Door Closed Locking 2 6 Last Door Closed Locking and Lockout Prevention 2 16 ...

Page 435: ...aintenance Schedule 7 1 How This Section is Organized 7 2 Long Trip Highway Definition 7 6 Long Trip Highway Intervals 7 7 Owner Checks and Services 7 30 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 34 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 35 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Short Trip City Definition 7 5 Short Trip City Intervals 7 5 Maintenance Underbody 6 54 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 39 Malfuncti...

Page 436: ...ots 2 33 Over Things That Burn 2 51 With a Trailer 4 39 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement 6 16 Passing 4 13 PASS KeyR III 2 35 PASS KeyR III Security Light 2 100 Payload 4 31 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 34 Portable Fuel Container Filling a 6 7 Power Accessory Outlets 2 83 Door Locks 2 5 Option Fuses 6 57 Remote Control Mirrors 2 67 Seat 1 3 Steering 4 11 Windows 2 53 Power Slidin...

Page 437: ...ts 8 10 Resetting the Power Sliding Door 2 30 Restraints Checking 1 90 Head 1 6 Reminder Light 1 23 2 88 Replacing Parts After a Crash 1 91 Second Row Safety Belt Stowage 1 7 System Check 7 31 Restraints Child 1 70 Resynchronization 2 11 REVERSE R 2 44 Right Front Passenger Position 1 37 Roadside Assistance 8 6 Roadside Assistance Canadian 8 7 Rocking Your Vehicle 5 33 Rotation Tires 6 41 Safety B...

Page 438: ...ring 8 12 Parts Identification Label 6 56 Publications Ordering 8 12 Work Doing Your Own 6 2 Service and Appearance Care 6 1 Service and Owner Publications 8 12 Service and Owner Publications Ordering in Canada 8 11 Service Publications 8 12 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 45 Sheet Metal Damage 6 54 Shifting Automatic Transaxle 2 43 Into PARK P 2 48 Out of PARK P 2 50 Shoulder Belt Heigh...

Page 439: ... Tires 6 39 Alignment and Balance 6 45 Buying New 6 43 Chains 6 47 Changing a Flat 5 20 Cleaning 6 54 Compact Spare 5 31 Inflation 6 40 Inflation Check 7 30 Inspection and Rotation 6 41 Loading 4 29 Pressure 6 40 Storing a Flat or Spare 5 30 Temperature 6 45 Traction 6 44 Treadwear 6 44 Uniform Quality Grading 6 44 Used Wheel Replacement 6 46 Wear Indicators 6 42 Wheel Replacement 6 45 When It s T...

Page 440: ...umber 6 56 Loading 4 29 Storage 6 30 Ventilation System 3 8 Visors Lighted Vanity Mirrors 2 80 Sun 2 79 Vanity Mirrors 2 79 Warning Devices 5 3 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 88 Warranty Information 8 9 Washer Fluid Windshield 6 26 Washing Your Vehicle 6 52 Weatherstrip Lubrication 7 31 Weatherstrips 6 52 Wheel Alignment 6 45 Nut Torque 5 29 6 66 Replacement 6 45 Used Replacement 6 46 Wrenc...

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