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Engine Compartment Overview

When you open the hood, here is what you will see:

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Содержание 2006 Epica

Страница 1: ...s 3 29 Audio System s 3 46 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 33 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 11 Headlamp Aiming 5 38 Bulb Replacement 5 39 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 45 Tires 5 46 Appearance Care 5 68 Vehicle Identification 5 75 Electrical System 5 76 Capacities and Specifications 5 83 Nor...

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

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

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

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

Страница 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Страница 7: ... 1 28 Older Children 1 28 Infants and Young Children 1 30 Child Restraint Systems 1 34 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Airbag System 1 50 Where Are the Airbags 1 53 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 55 What Makes an Airbag Inflate ...

Страница 8: ...nt could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place 1 2 ...

Страница 9: ...front or rear of the seat cushion up or down and tilt the seatback forward or rearward To adjust the power seat do the following Move the seat forward or rearward by pushing and holding the horizontal switch toward the front or rear of the vehicle Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by pushing the front part of the horizontal switch up or down Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion b...

Страница 10: ...e located on the center console above the ashtray There is a button for the driver s seat and a button for the passenger s seat Press the appropriate button to turn on the heated seat feature The indicator in the button will light when the feature is on Press the button again to turn off the heated seat Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden sto...

Страница 11: ... and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position do the following 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the s...

Страница 12: ...e in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety ...

Страница 13: ...the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chances of a neck injury in a crash Pull the head restraint up to raise it Push in the release button on the head restraint and push the restraint down to lower it 1 7 ...

Страница 14: ...om the guide sleeve Replace the head restraint and reset it in the original position before driving Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Your vehicle has a split folding rear seatback with a center armrest You can fold down either side of the seatback to increase cargo space Folding the Seatback To fold down the seatback do the following 1 Make sure that the front seats are not reclined If they are the ...

Страница 15: ...n needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted To return the seatback to the upright position do the following 1 Lift up the seatback and push it to its original position Ensure that the safety belts are not twisted or caught under the seat ...

Страница 16: ...d or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicl...

Страница 17: ...even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it go...

Страница 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 12 ...

Страница 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13 ...

Страница 20: ...upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every airbag system ev...

Страница 21: ... to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 28 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 30 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to ...

Страница 22: ...e into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 27 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 5 Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you See Shoulder Belt Height Adjustmen...

Страница 23: ...under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 17 ...

Страница 24: ...oo loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 18 ...

Страница 25: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 19 ...

Страница 26: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 20 ...

Страница 27: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 21 ...

Страница 28: ...the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move it down press the release button A and move the height adjuster to the desired position After you move the height adjuster to where you want it try to m...

Страница 29: ...ont Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 15 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull 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 th...

Страница 30: ... the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 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 on page 1 27 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be a...

Страница 31: ...ause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or 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 muc...

Страница 32: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 26 ...

Страница 33: ...afety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 64 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury...

Страница 34: ...er belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buc...

Страница 35: ...der belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that ...

Страница 36: ...child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained whil...

Страница 37: ...oes not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 31 ...

Страница 38: ...stem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also wheth...

Страница 39: ...ak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chil...

Страница 40: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 34 ...

Страница 41: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 35 ...

Страница 42: ...nstructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both Securing an Add on Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system f...

Страница 43: ...traps that come down over each of the infant s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch The five point harness system has two shoulder straps two hip straps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wid...

Страница 44: ...se to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and side airbag if equipped if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off General Motors recomm...

Страница 45: ... safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint equipped with LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments The following explains how to attach a...

Страница 46: ...hment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some top tether equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached In the United States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to r...

Страница 47: ... seatback and the seat cushion showing where the anchors are located To assist you in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is located on the trim cover The top tether anchors are located under the trim covers behind the rear seats on the filler panel Squeeze and pull the front part of the trim cover to access the anchors Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of ...

Страница 48: ...cure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured i...

Страница 49: ...u are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether under the head restraint and in between the head restraint...

Страница 50: ...osition 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 child 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 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the rel...

Страница 51: ...sing 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 If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 39 7 Push...

Страница 52: ...ur sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Even though the...

Страница 53: ...restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the right front passenger s frontal airbag and side airbag if equipped is off If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 1 2 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and side airbag if equipp...

Страница 54: ... portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt from the retractor once the lock has been set 1 48 ...

Страница 55: ...djust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint A thick layer of additional material such as a blanket or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers heaters or massagers located between the seat cushion and the child restraint or small occupant can affect how the passenger sensing system ...

Страница 56: ...ht front passenger If your vehicle has a side impact airbag for the driver and or the right front passenger the words AIR BAG will appear on the airbag covering on the side of the seatback closest to the door Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal airbag But these airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federa...

Страница 57: ...right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Side impact airbags are design...

Страница 58: ... to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To r...

Страница 59: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 53 ...

Страница 60: ... something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not let seat covers bloc...

Страница 61: ... than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If the vehicle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object The frontal airbags driver and right fron...

Страница 62: ...tion is not toward the airbag Side impact airbags would not help you in many types of collisions including many frontal or near frontal collisions and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those airbags Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the fronta...

Страница 63: ...ation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for your airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your v...

Страница 64: ...nger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with a sensor that is part of the right front passenger s seat cushion The sensor is designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the...

Страница 65: ...go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and side airbag if equipped if the right front passenger seat is unoccupied the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child restraint th...

Страница 66: ...ol will not light For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag and side airbag if equipped depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an...

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

Страница 68: ...rt of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your ...

Страница 69: ... working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or re...

Страница 70: ... may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn t being used at the time of the collision If the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver s and right front passenger s safety belt pretensioners and safety belt Be sure to do so Then the new pretensioner and safety belt will be there to help protect you in a collision After a crash you may need to replace the driver a...

Страница 71: ... Break In 2 17 Ignition Positions 2 18 Starting the Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater 2 20 Automatic Transaxle Operation 2 21 Parking Brake 2 25 Shifting Into Park P 2 26 Shifting Out of Park P 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 29 Engine Exhaust 2 29 Running the Engine While Parked 2 30 Mirrors 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 31 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 31 Outside Power Mirrors 2 32 Ou...

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

Страница 73: ...stance Program on page 7 6 for more information Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys Remote Keyless Entry System The keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is su...

Страница 74: ...or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation You can lock and unlock your vehicle using the remote keyless entry system n Lock Unlock P...

Страница 75: ... on page 2 14 for additional information Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmi...

Страница 76: ...of the transmitter 2 Pull the transmitter out of the cover and carefully detach the sticker from the unit Keep the sticker clean 3 Remove the battery and replace it with the new one Make sure the positive side of the battery faces up Use one three volt CR1616 or equivalent type battery 4 Attach the sticker and put the transmitter unit in the cover 5 Put the two halves back together and replace the...

Страница 77: ...help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle From the outside use your key or the remote keyless entry transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 To manually unlock the doors from the outside insert the key and turn it toward the front of the vehicle To manually lock the doors from the outside insert the key and turn it toward the r...

Страница 78: ...t the same time by using either the key in the driver s door or the remote keyless entry transmitter From the inside you can lock or unlock all the doors using the driver s or the front passenger s power door lock switch You can also lock or unlock all of the doors by using the manual door lock knob on the driver s door Power Door Locks With the power door locks you can unlock or lock all of the d...

Страница 79: ... Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks on each rear door that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1 Move the lever upward to lock 2 Close the door 3 Do the same thing to the other rear door lock Notice Pulling the inside door handle while the rear door security locks are engaged could damage your vehicle Do...

Страница 80: ...yless entry transmitter This feature cannot guarantee that you will never be locked out of your vehicle Always remember to take your key with you Trunk To unlock the trunk from the outside use the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter When closing the trunk close from the center to ensure it fully latches CAUTION It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide CO...

Страница 81: ...ice Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle The emergency trunk release handle is only intended to aid a person trapped in a latched trunk enabling them to open the trunk from the inside There is a glow in the dark emergency trunk release handle located on the underside of the trunk lid This handle w...

Страница 82: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 12 ...

Страница 83: ...the window pull up and hold the switch Window Lockout The driver s power window controls also include a lockout button Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from using their window switches The driver can still operate all the windows with the lock on Press the lockout button again to return to normal window operation Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the vi...

Страница 84: ... as the system can be activated even if the windows are open 3 Lock the door using the remote keyless entry transmitter The transmitter must be used to activate the theft deterrent system The LED light on the transmitter will flash All of the doors will lock The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the horn will chirp The theft deterrent mode will arm The security light will flash once every s...

Страница 85: ...d If a door or the trunk is opened without using the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter the horn will sound and the lamps will flash for up to 30 seconds How to Turn Off the System Alarm If the system alarm is active it can be deactivated using one of the following methods Press the lock unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter Unlock the driver s or passenger s front door us...

Страница 86: ...ted by unauthorized persons If your vehicle has an immobilizer system your vehicle has a special key that works with the theft deterrent system There is a transponder in the key head that is electronically coded The correct key will start the vehicle An invalid key immobilizes the engine The immobilizer system isolates the power supply to the ignition system the fuel pump and the fuel injectors Th...

Страница 87: ...t system however is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by the theft deterrent system at this time In an emergency contact Chevrolet Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long ...

Страница 88: ...n unlocking the steering wheel move the steering wheel from right to left and turn the key to ACC ACC ACCESSORY This position operates some of your electrical accessories such as the radio but not the ventilation fan ON This is the position to which the switch returns after you start your engine and release the key The switch stays in ON when the engine is running But even when the engine is not r...

Страница 89: ...rts Wait about 15 seconds between each try When your engine has run for about 10 seconds to warm up your vehicle is ready to be driven Do not race your engine when it is cold If the weather is below freezing 32 F or 0 C let the engine run for a few minutes to warm up 3 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerat...

Страница 90: ...ugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store ...

Страница 91: ... is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others cou...

Страница 92: ...so use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is 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 Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while the ...

Страница 93: ...s When stopping on a hill use the brakes or parking brake to hold the vehicle in place Adaptive Shift Logic Your automatic transaxle will automatically select from three adaptive shift patterns based upon driver behavior Economy mode provides a softer shift feel and optimizes fuel economy Normal mode provides a solid shift feel and is used for normal driving conditions Sport mode provides a firm s...

Страница 94: ...axle operation While on the HOLD light on the instrument panel will light up See Hold Mode Light on page 3 39 When hold mode is activated the transaxle operates in the following ways When the transaxle is in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D the transaxle operates in a gear range of SECOND 2 to THIRD 3 to AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D and tries to maintain AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE D for as long as possible When the transa...

Страница 95: ... or ice Avoid Excessive Shifting Select hold mode while in THIRD 3 to avoid excessive shifting when the adaptive shift logic is not enough to prevent excessive shifting when driving in hilly areas Manually Controlling Shift Select hold mode to use your automatic transaxle like a four speed manual transaxle Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located between the bucket seats 2 25 ...

Страница 96: ...ully released and the brake warning light is off before driving Shifting Into Park P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly...

Страница 97: ...he shift lever away from PARK P If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque l...

Страница 98: ...nd remove the key 3 Remove the cover over the shift lock release slot by prying it off using a small flat object The shift lock release slot is located at the top of the shift lever 4 Insert the key into the shift lock release slot and press and hold the key 5 Shift to NEUTRAL N 6 Remove the key from the shift lock release slot insert the key into the ignition and start the engine 7 Replace the sh...

Страница 99: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Страница 100: ...ne running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 24 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be i...

Страница 101: ...t to the mirror so that the glare of headlamps from behind is reduced Push the control for daytime use pull it for night use Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearview mirror When the automatic dimming feature is turned on the mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from the headlamps behind you A photocell on the mirror senses when it is becoming da...

Страница 102: ... level and glare from vehicles behind you Do not cover the sensors as this will cancel the automatic dimming operation Outside Power Mirrors The control for the power mirrors is located on the driver s side instrument panel below the side outlet Move the outside power mirror control to L for the left mirror and to R for the right mirror If you place the control in the center position no movement o...

Страница 103: ...rror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver s seat It also makes things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are Outside Heated Mirrors When you operate the rear window defogger the heated driver s and passenger s outside power mirrors are warmed to help clear them of ice and snow See Rear Window and Outside Mirror Defogger under Climate...

Страница 104: ...ers press the right side of the lid which will cause the flip lid to automatically open towards the left side To use the rear cupholder pull down the rear seat center armrest Coinholder s Your vehicle has a coinholder A located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel There is also a card holder B located at the top of the coinholder To use these feature pull out the coinholder dr...

Страница 105: ...To open the upper compartment pull up on the left lever and lift the lid To open the lower compartment pull up on the right lever and lift the lid To close the compartments push down on the lid until it latches securely Rear Seat Armrest Your vehicle s rear seat armrest contains two cupholders and a rear console storage area To access the cupholders pull the armrest down from the rear seatback To ...

Страница 106: ...ully open the sunroof push the rear part of the sunroof switch The sunroof will open automatically along with the sunroof shade until you push either the front or the rear part of the switch again To close the sunroof push the front part of the switch and hold it until the sunroof is closed The sunroof will stop if the switch is released during operation The sunroof shade needs to be closed manual...

Страница 107: ...16 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 17 Clock 3 18 Climate Controls 3 19 Climate Control System 3 19 Automatic Climate Control System 3 22 Outlet Adjustment 3 27 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 3 28 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 29 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 30 Speedometer and Odometer 3 31 Trip Odometer 3 31 Tachometer 3 31 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 32 Safety Belt Reminder Tone 3 32 A...

Страница 108: ...ght 3 44 Fuel Gage 3 45 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 46 Audio System s 3 46 Radio with CD Single Display Base Level 3 48 Radio with CD Single Display MP3 3 52 Radio with CD Double Display MP3 WMA 3 59 Radio with Six Disc CD Double Display MP3 WMA 3 67 Trunk Mounted CD Changer 3 75 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 78 Radio Reception 3 79 Care of Your CDs 3 80 Care of the CD Player 3 80 Backglass Antenna...

Страница 109: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Страница 110: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Страница 111: ...tness Thumbwheel See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 15 H Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 11 I Coinholder See Coinholder s on page 2 34 J Exterior Lamps Control See Exterior Lamps on page 3 12 K Horn See Horn on page 3 6 L Windshield Wiper Control See Windshield Wipers on page 3 8 M Cruise Control Lever See Cruise Control on page 3 10 N Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 46 O ...

Страница 112: ... are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn Press near or on the horn symbols on your steering wheel pad to sound the horn Tilt Wheel Your vehicle has a tilt wheel which allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest...

Страница 113: ...e the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a tur...

Страница 114: ...lamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass To use it pull the turn signal multifunction lever toward you until the high beam headlamps come on then release the lever to turn them off Windshield Wipers Use this lever located on the right side of the steering wheel to operate the windshield wipers The ignition must be turned to ON to operate the windshield wipers HI High Turn the...

Страница 115: ...he wiper blades are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen them or warm the windshield before turning the wipers on If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload the wipers If this occurs a circuit A circuit breaker breaker will stop the wipers until the wiper motor cools So be sure to clear any snow or ice from the windshield wiper blad...

Страница 116: ...ould lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads If your vehicle is in cruise control when the optional traction control system begins to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave yo...

Страница 117: ... Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to a higher speed Move the cruise control lever to SET COAST then release the lever and the accelerator pedal You will now cruise at the higher speed Move the cruise control lever to RES ACC Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the lever To increase your speed in very ...

Страница 118: ...ake pedal takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Press the ON OFF button on the cruise control lever Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory ...

Страница 119: ...sier 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 Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will make your low beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness in daylight when the foll...

Страница 120: ...ter visibility in foggy or misty conditions The button for the fog lamps is located on the center of the instrument panel above the front ashtray Press the button to turn the fog lamps on An indicator light in the button will illuminate while the fog lamps are on Press the button again to turn the fog lamps off While using the fog lamps the ignition must be turned to ACC or ON and the parking lamp...

Страница 121: ...bwheel up to brighten the lights or down to dim them Dome Lamp The switch on the dome lamp has three positions The ON position will turn on the lamp The lamp will stay on until it is manually turned off The door or middle position will turn on the lamp whenever a door is opened The lamp slowly turns off after the doors are shut The OFF position will turn off the lamp completely even when a door is...

Страница 122: ... telephone or CB radio The accessory power outlet is located on the front of the center console below the front ashtray To use the outlet remove the protective cap When not in use always cover the outlet with the protective cap The accessory power outlet is operational when the ignition is turned to ACC or ON Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always...

Страница 123: ...e the front ashtray for cleaning pull the bin out To replace press the bin back into place The rear ashtray is located at the rear of the center console To remove the rear ashtray press in the retaining spring and pull the bin out To replace the rear ashtray insert the bottom tabs first and then press in the retaining spring and push the ashtray closed Notice If you put papers pins or other flamma...

Страница 124: ...utton until the correct hour is reached M Minute To go forward one minute press the M button once To go forward more than one minute press and hold the button until the correct minute is reached S Set To reset the time to the nearest hour press the S button For example if the set button is pressed while the time is between 8 00 and 8 29 the display is set to 8 00 If this button is pressed while th...

Страница 125: ...ase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle Turn the knob to the blue area to get cool air and to the red area to get warm air To change the current mode select one of the following from the right knob E Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs about half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and then directs the remaining air to the floor ...

Страница 126: ... settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry To prevent this from happening after the air in your vehicle has cooled turn the recirculation mode off The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air so you may sometimes notice a small amount of water dripping underneath your vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This ...

Страница 127: ... your know that the feature is activated The rear window and outside mirror defogger will turn off about 10 minutes after the button is pressed The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine Notice Do not use anything sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs would not be covered by your ...

Страница 128: ...speed indicator Automatic Operation If your vehicle has this feature do the following to set automatic operation AUTO Automatic Press the AUTO button for automatic control of the inside temperature the air delivery mode and the fan speed The AUTO mode indicator will appear on the display OFF Press this button to turn the system off To set the desired temperature do the following Press the AUTO but...

Страница 129: ...ill also be directed to them Be sure to keep the area under the front seats clear to allow the flow of air to the rear compartment The mode button can also be used to select the defog mode Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section Recirculation Press this button to keep outside air from coming in the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside air and odors from ente...

Страница 130: ...perature press the temperature control knob Pressing this knob again will cancel the outside temperature display otherwise the display will return to the temperature inside of the vehicle after about five seconds The outside temperature sensor is located near the front bumper so the displayed temperature may be affected by road or engine heat while the vehicle is idling or traveling at slow speeds...

Страница 131: ...ntrol system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly É Defog Press the MODE button until the defog symbol appears on the automatic climate control system display This mode directs most of the air to t...

Страница 132: ... window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window Before using this feature clear as much snow from the rear window as possible T Rear Press this button to turn the rear window and outside mirror defogger on or off The button is located below the audio system An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the feature is activated The rear window a...

Страница 133: ...n off about 10 minutes after the button is pressed It can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine Outlet Adjustment Use the lever located in the center of each outlet to change the direction of the airflow Use the thumbwheel located above the side outlets to turn them on and off Operation Tips Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of...

Страница 134: ... The filter traps most of the pollen from air entering the module Like your engine s air cleaner filter it may need to be changed periodically To change the passenger compartment air filter use the following steps 1 Raise the hood 2 Unscrew and remove the three clips and the access panel 3 Remove the old passenger compartment air filter 4 Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter and re...

Страница 135: ...pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warni...

Страница 136: ...your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going how much fuel you are using and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically Your vehicle has this instrument panel cluster which includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages 3 30 ...

Страница 137: ...eering wheel above the ignition switch You can cycle between the odometer and trip odometers A and B by pressing the MODE button By pressing this button you can tell how many kilometers have been recorded on either Trip A or Trip B since you last set the odometer back to zero Press the RESET button until zeros appear to reset each trip odometer The RESET button resets only the trip odometer that i...

Страница 138: ...iness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensors the airbag modules the wiring and the diagnostic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag System on page 1 50 This light will come on for about seven ...

Страница 139: ...n key to ON If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Passenger Airbag Status Indicator Your vehicle has a passenger airbag status indicator in the clock located in the center of the instrument panel When the ignition key is turned to ON or START the passenger airbag status indicator will light for several seconds as a system check Then a...

Страница 140: ...ing airbag or airbags Do not use a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat unless the airbag or airbags have been turned off Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION...

Страница 141: ...or more on this including important safety information Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working Then it should go out when the engine is started If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system Have it checked by you...

Страница 142: ... set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake does not fully release If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is stil...

Страница 143: ...arning light is also on you do not have anti lock brakes and there is a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 36 The anti lock brake system warning light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition to ON This is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Speed Sensitive Power Steering SSPS Wa...

Страница 144: ... is specifically related to traction control the TCS will turn off and the warning light will come on If your brakes begin to overheat the TCS will turn off and the warning light will come on until the brakes cool down If the TCS warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on your vehicle needs service See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 for...

Страница 145: ... you turn the system off by pressing the TCS button located below the shift lever To turn the system back on press the button again and this light should go out For more information see Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 Hold Mode Light If your vehicle has this feature this light will come on when the hold mode is active If the HOLD mode light flashes have your vehicle checked See Hold Mode u...

Страница 146: ...n control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The Check Engine light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This ...

Страница 147: ...ur vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to...

Страница 148: ...t equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know...

Страница 149: ...oblem with the fuse or bulb Have it fixed right away If you are idling at a stop sign the light may blink on and then off If you make a hard stop the light may come on for a moment This is normal CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle s...

Страница 150: ...ytime Running Lamps DRL Indicator Light This light will come on when the Daytime Running Lamps DRL are activated See Daytime Running Lamps DRL on page 3 13 Door Ajar Light When the ignition is on this light will stay on until all doors are closed and completely latched Trunk Ajar Light This light will come on when the trunk is not completely closed 3 44 ...

Страница 151: ...ome owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the service station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The indicator moves a little when...

Страница 152: ...ourself with its features Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience See Defensive Driving on page 4 2 By taking a few moments to read this manual and get familiar with your vehicle s audio system you can use it with less effort as well as take advantage of its features While your vehicle is parked set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations s...

Страница 153: ...h its operation Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if equipped Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle such as an audio system CD player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio...

Страница 154: ... next station Push this knob again to stop scanning The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one o...

Страница 155: ... until EQ OFF appears on the display to select customized equalization settings designed for classic pop rock jazz and voice Turn the volume knob until the desired equalization setting appears on the display When finished making the selection press the SOUND button to select the equalization setting To cancel an equalization setting press the SOUND button until EQ OFF appears on the display turn t...

Страница 156: ...loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 80 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is ...

Страница 157: ... CD Track and the track number will flash on the display Press this button again to start playing the CD X Eject Press this button to eject a CD The only way a CD can be ejected from the player is by pressing the eject button The CD will not eject when the ignition or the radio is turned off CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of ...

Страница 158: ...t station Push this knob again to stop scanning The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of th...

Страница 159: ... until EQ OFF appears on the display to select customized equalization settings designed for classic pop rock jazz and voice Turn the volume knob until the desired equalization setting appears on the display When finished making the selection press the SOUND button to select the equalization setting To cancel an equalization setting press the SOUND button until EQ OFF appears on the display turn t...

Страница 160: ... loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 80 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is...

Страница 161: ...ess this button again to start playing the CD X Eject Press this button to eject a CD The only way a CD can be ejected from the player is by pressing the eject button The CD will not eject when the ignition or the radio is turned off Using an MP3 CD MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 disc on a personal computer Make sure the MP3 files are recorded on a CD R disc Do not mix standard audio and MP3 ...

Страница 162: ...t contains compressed audio files and the empty folder will not be displayed or numbered No Folder When the CD contains only compressed files the files will be located under the root folder The next and previous folder functions will have no function on a CD that was recorded without folders or playlists When displaying the name of the folder the radio will display ROOT When the CD contains only p...

Страница 163: ...track starts to play F001 the track number and the song name will appear on the display If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When a CD is in the player and the ignition is turned on the radio must be turned on before the CD will start playback When the ignition and radio are turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last...

Страница 164: ...ontinue moving backward or forward through the CD with each turn of the knob DIR Directory Press and release this button to repeat the tracks in the current directory DIR will appear on the display Press and release this button twice to repeat the tracks in all of the directories ALL will appear on the display Press and release this button again to turn off repeat play CD Messages CHECK CD If this...

Страница 165: ...o switch to an FM station The display will show the selection TUNE Press this button to select radio stations Press the up arrows to increase or the down arrows to decrease the radio frequencies SEEK Press this button to seek radio stations Press the up arrows to seek the next radio station or the down arrows to seek the previous radio station SCAN AST Press this button to scan radio stations The ...

Страница 166: ...une in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons for longer than two seconds The preset button number one through six will flash on the display when the station has been set Whenever that numbered preset button is pressed the memorized station will return 5 Repeat the upper four steps for each preset button Order of Sound Function The order for sound function is BASS TRE...

Страница 167: ...red equalization setting appears on the display When finished making the selection press the SOUND button to set the equalization setting To cancel an equalization setting press the SOUND button until EQ OFF appears on the display turn the volume knob until OFF appears on the display then press the SOUND button again to set the equalization setting Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot la...

Страница 168: ... a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 2 RPT Repeat Press this button to repeat the current track RPT will appear on the display Press this button again to turn off repeat play 3 RDM Random Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM...

Страница 169: ...lable for display by the radio when recorded using ID3 tags version 1 and 2 Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less Make sure to finalize the disc when burning an MP3 WMA disc using multiple sessions It is usually better to burn the disc all at once The pla...

Страница 170: ...name of the folder the radio will display ROOT When the CD contains only compressed audio files but no folders all files will be located under the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio will display ROOT Order of Play Tracks will be played in the following order Playback will begin from the first track under the root directory When all tracks from the root directory h...

Страница 171: ...lems occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs on page 3 80 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer an...

Страница 172: ...ion such as Song Title Album Title and Artist Bit rate may also appear on display When information is not available No Info will appear on the display Press this button for longer than two seconds to change display mode CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to norm...

Страница 173: ...on to switch to an FM station The display will show the selection TUNE Press this button to select radio stations Press the up arrows to increase or the down arrows to decrease the radio frequencies SEEK Press this button to seek radio stations Press the up arrows to seek the next radio station or the down arrows to seek the previous radio station SCAN AST Press this button to scan radio stations ...

Страница 174: ...or AM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered buttons for longer than two seconds The preset button number one through six will flash on the display when the station has been set Whenever that numbered preset button is pressed the memorized station will return 5 Repeat the upper four steps for each preset button Order of Sound Function The order for sound function i...

Страница 175: ...until the desired equalization setting appears on the display When finished making the selection press the SOUND button to set the equalization setting To cancel an equalization setting press the SOUND button until EQ OFF appears on the display turn the volume knob until OFF appears on the display then press the SOUND button again to set the equalization setting Playing a CD s LOAD Press this butt...

Страница 176: ... label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead Notice If you add any label to a CD insert more than one CD into the slot at a time or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs you could damage the CD player When using the CD player use only CDs in good...

Страница 177: ...d hold this button to eject all CDs The only way a CD can be ejected from the player is by pressing the eject button The CD can eject when the ignition or the radio is turned off Using an MP3 CD MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3 WMA disc on a personal computer Make sure the MP3 WMA files are recorded on a CD R disc Do not mix standard audio and MP3 WMA files on one disc Make sure each MP3 WMA fi...

Страница 178: ...ressed files directly beneath them the player will advance to the next folder in the file structure that contains compressed audio files and the empty folder will not be displayed or numbered No Folder When the CD contains only compressed files the files will be located under the root folder The next and previous folder functions will have no function on a CD that was recorded without folders or p...

Страница 179: ... will stay in the player When a CD is in the player and the ignition is turned on the radio must be turned on before the CD will start playback When the ignition and radio are turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the...

Страница 180: ... changed only when the SOUND button is pressed for longer than two seconds 1 DIR Directory Press this button to repeat the tracks in the current directory DIR will appear on the display Press this button again to repeat the tracks in all of the directories ALL will appear on the display Press this button again to turn off repeat play SEEK Previous Next Folder in MP3 WMA Mode Press the up or down a...

Страница 181: ...y be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Trunk Mounted CD Changer If your vehicle has the CD changer you can play up to 6 CDs continuously N...

Страница 182: ...re located on the right side Load each of the magazine trays Each of the 6 trays holds one CD Load the trays from top to bottom placing a CD on the tray label side up If you load a CD label side down the CD will not play and an error will occur Gently push the tray back into the magazine slot until it locks into place Repeat this procedure for loading up to 6 CDs in the magazine Close the door by ...

Страница 183: ...this pushbutton to select the previous CD in the magazine 6 UP Next Press and hold this pushbutton to select the next CD in the magazine 2 RPT Repeat Press this pushbutton to repeat the current track RPT will appear on the display Press this pushbutton again to turn off repeat play 3 INT Scan To scan the tracks on the current CD press this pushbutton until INTRO appears on the display The first te...

Страница 184: ...orrectly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following PWR Po...

Страница 185: ... reception if items such as cellphone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the item from the accessory power outlet AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other For bette...

Страница 186: ...dge Care of the CD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the internal lens of the CD optics with lubricants Backglass Antenna Sedan Models For the Sedan models the antenna is integrated with the rear window defogger located in the rear window Make sure the inside surface of the rear window glass is not scratched and that the lines on the ...

Страница 187: ...Hatchback and Wagon models the antenna is located in the windshield The antenna on your vehicle is a very thin metal layer that outlines near the edges of the windshield The connector is at the top of the windshield where the headliner ends For proper radio reception the antenna connector at the top of the windshield needs to be properly attached to the post on the glass If difficulty with remote ...

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Страница 189: ... of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 City Driving 4 19 Freeway Driving 4 20 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 21 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Winter Driving 4 24 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 28 Loading Your Vehicle 4 29 Towing 4 33 Towing Your Vehicle 4 33 Recreational Vehicle ...

Страница 190: ...t pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult an...

Страница 191: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Страница 192: ... drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal l...

Страница 193: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Страница 194: ...ke pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in t...

Страница 195: ... you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle may have the Anti Lock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic brak...

Страница 196: ...could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to...

Страница 197: ...nt brakes to limit wheel spin This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON along with the Traction Control System Active warning light This light will blink when your Traction Control System is limiting wheel spin You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal This light will also come on when the anti lock brake system is working If your vehicle is in cruise contr...

Страница 198: ...ou prefer To turn the system on or off press the TCS button located on the console below the shift lever When you turn the system off the Traction Control Off light will come on and stay on If the Traction Control System is limiting wheel spin when you press the button to turn the system off the warning light will come on but the system will not turn off right away It will wait until there is no l...

Страница 199: ...n of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places Yo...

Страница 200: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 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 a full 180 degrees ve...

Страница 201: ...nother 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 Drive ahead Lo...

Страница 202: ...are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot 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 to see its f...

Страница 203: ...nly the acceleration skid If your traction control system is off then an acceleration skid is also 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 ...

Страница 204: ... less trouble adjusting to night But if you are driving do not wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the h...

Страница 205: ... the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will...

Страница 206: ... deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Страница 207: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 20 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Страница 208: ...mp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slow...

Страница 209: ... your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full A...

Страница 210: ...re some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your rearview mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency Hill and Mountain Roa...

Страница 211: ... in gear when you go downhill Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill Drive in the highest gear possible Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at spe...

Страница 212: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 24 ...

Страница 213: ...ou can get wet ice when it is about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Traction control improves your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road Even though your vehicle has the Traction Control System TCS you will want...

Страница 214: ... a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to s...

Страница 215: ...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 close th...

Страница 216: ...l as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth you can destroy your transaxle See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 4 28 For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 59 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shif...

Страница 217: ...AWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific tire and loading Information label is attached to the lower part of the center pillar B pillar on the driver s side of the vehicle The label shows the ...

Страница 218: ...maximum load amount shown in pounds and kilograms 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the maximum load amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being l...

Страница 219: ...m Load for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information label for specific information about your vehicle s maximum load weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s maximum load weight Example 2...

Страница 220: ...vehicle s trunk CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Notice Overloading your vehicle may caus...

Страница 221: ...eed to Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing yo...

Страница 222: ... towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you will want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be towed See Before Leaving on a Long Trip on page 4 21 Dinghy Towing Notice If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the gr...

Страница 223: ...3 Put the vehicle in NEUTRAL N 4 Set the parking brake and then remove the key 5 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position 6 Release the parking brake Towing a Trailer Do not use your vehicle to tow a trailer The vehicle is not designed or intended for such a use Towing a trailer can adversely affect handling durability and fuel economy 4 35 ...

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Страница 225: ... Pressure Cap 5 22 Engine Overheating 5 22 Cooling System 5 24 Power Steering Fluid 5 29 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 30 Brakes 5 31 Battery 5 34 Jump Starting 5 35 Headlamp Aiming 5 38 Bulb Replacement 5 39 Halogen Bulbs 5 39 Headlamps 5 39 Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 41 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 42 Parking Lamps 5 43 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 44 Replacement Bulbs ...

Страница 226: ...mps Lenses 5 71 Finish Care 5 71 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 72 Aluminum Wheels 5 72 Tires 5 73 Sheet Metal Damage 5 73 Finish Damage 5 73 Underbody Maintenance 5 73 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 73 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 74 Vehicle Identification 5 75 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 75 Service Parts Identification Label 5 75 Electrical System 5 76 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 76 H...

Страница 227: ...nce and safety including such things as braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer can acc...

Страница 228: ...o service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want ...

Страница 229: ...part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher If the octane rating is less than 87 you may notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher ...

Страница 230: ...uired to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean or ...

Страница 231: ... the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Nev...

Страница 232: ... refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel To open the fuel filler door pull up on the release lever located on the floor on the outboard side o...

Страница 233: ...badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle...

Страница 234: ...not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 40 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 damage...

Страница 235: ...d plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release lever under the front center of the hood 3 P...

Страница 236: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Страница 237: ...ure light appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see Oil Pressure Light on page 3 43 You should check your engine oil level regularly this is an added reminder Checking Engine Oil It is 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...

Страница 238: ...e oil level gets above the upper hole A that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range between the holes on the dipstick Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil to U...

Страница 239: ...Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area of extreme cold where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C it is rec...

Страница 240: ...m or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand clean...

Страница 241: ...on of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the engine air cleaner filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km and replace it every 30 000 miles 50 000 km If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change 5 17 ...

Страница 242: ...the latches See Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6 4 for replacement intervals CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the eng...

Страница 243: ...any of these conditions the fluid and filter do not require changing Notice Use of automatic transaxle fluid labeled other than ESSO LT71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use ESSO LT71141 or TOTAL ATF H50235 labeled automatic transaxle fluid Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when...

Страница 244: ... get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine rad...

Страница 245: ... between the Maximum A and Minimum B marks on the coolant surge tank The level rises at engine operation temperature and drops again when the engine cools down Adding Coolant If the level falls below the Minimum B mark add the proper coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool If the surge tank is empty a special fill procedure is necessary See Cooling System on page 5 24 fo...

Страница 246: ...dly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overhea...

Страница 247: ...o PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and park your vehicle right a...

Страница 248: ... away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface Make sure that the air conditioning is turned off The coolant level should be between the Minimum and Maximum marks on the coolant surge tank when the engine is cool If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure...

Страница 249: ...Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged If you have not found a problem yet check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If coolant is visible...

Страница 250: ... turn the pressure cap CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could cat...

Страница 251: ...the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about two or two and one half turns If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove...

Страница 252: ...imum mark for at least five minutes 4 With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower than the Maximum mark add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level re...

Страница 253: ...w to Check Power Steering Fluid To check the power steering fluid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap 4 Add power steering fluid to the appropriate level 5 Replace the cap and completely tighten it The level should be between the MIN B and MAX A marks If the level drops to or below the MIN ...

Страница 254: ...n page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when...

Страница 255: ...xed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic ...

Страница 256: ...ystem parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediat...

Страница 257: ...e pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you apply the brakes with or without the vehicle moving your brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have...

Страница 258: ...d compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you ar...

Страница 259: ... systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the park...

Страница 260: ...ep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amo...

Страница 261: ...ttery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Do not let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the nex...

Страница 262: ...battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive and negative terminal caps to their original positions Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment Howeve...

Страница 263: ...ou drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps To replace a headlamp bulb do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information A Low Beam Headlamp B High Beam Headlamp 2 Remove the three bolts from the headlamp assembly 3 Pull out the headlamp assembly 4 Release the two wire bars th...

Страница 264: ...g that retains the bulb To remove the low beam headlamp bulb turn the bulb counterclockwise 8 Install the new bulb To replace the high beam headlamp bulb install the bulb retaining spring To replace the low beam headlamp bulb turn the bulb clockwise 9 Connect the wiring harness connector to the bulb and replace the headlamp cap 10 Reverse Steps 1 through 6 to reinstall the headlamp assembly 5 40 ...

Страница 265: ... front turn signal bulb socket 3 Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the bulb socket 4 Turn the front turn signal bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing 5 Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb socket 6 Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in and turning it clockwise 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall 5 ...

Страница 266: ...unted stoplamp CHMSL housing on the underside of the rear window shelf 2 Pry off the lamp housing with a flat tool 3 Remove the bulb socket 4 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the bulb socket 5 Install the new bulb 6 Install the bulb socket into the CHMSL 7 Push the CHMSL housing back into its original position 5 42 ...

Страница 267: ...1 Reach in the underside of the front bumper and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise 2 Pull the bulb socket out of the front bumper 3 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the bulb socket 5 43 ...

Страница 268: ... bulb from the socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise 5 Install the appropriate bulb into the socket 6 Replace the bulb socket into the lamp housing Twist the bulb socket clockwise to secure 7 Close the trim cover Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up 94535571 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 94535587 Front Parking and Turn Signal 94535578 Headlamp High beam 94...

Страница 269: ... and Services on page 6 19 for more information Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways Here is how to remove the Shepherd s Hook type 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Press the retaining clip A and pull the wiper blade off the arm 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1 and 2 5 45 ...

Страница 270: ...too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 52 Overinflated tires are...

Страница 271: ...rs following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread E Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturer...

Страница 272: ...the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 67 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be infl...

Страница 273: ...e tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description These characters represent the load range and the speed rating of a tire The load range represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry The speed rating is the ...

Страница 274: ...acturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 29 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when ...

Страница 275: ... Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 54 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire info...

Страница 276: ...latch This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the tir...

Страница 277: ...mount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Re check the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure 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 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate ...

Страница 278: ... to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 61 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread ...

Страница 279: ... of different sizes brands or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes brands or types may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the correct size brand and type of tires on all wheels It is all right to drive with your compact spare temporarily as it was developed for use on your vehicle See Compact ...

Страница 280: ...ee Buying New Tires on page 5 55 and Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum selection width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the Unites States National Highway ...

Страница 281: ...is tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustai...

Страница 282: ... proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel sh...

Страница 283: ...5 61 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You cannot know how it has been used or how far it has been driven It could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains Notice Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that ar...

Страница 284: ...d and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous ...

Страница 285: ...event the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side...

Страница 286: ...ation 2 Lift and remove the trim cover 3 Turn the retainer on the spare tire counterclockwise and remove the retainer 4 Remove the compact spare tire See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 67 for more information 5 Remove the jack the jack handle and the wheel wrench Your vehicle s jack is stored in a foam tray in the left side of the trunk The tools are stored in a bag in the trunk near the spare tire ...

Страница 287: ... flat end of the jack handle or the screwdriver Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Do not remove them yet 4 Locate the notch in the frame near each wheel which the jack head fits in 5 Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle s frame nearest the flat tire 6 Put the compact s...

Страница 288: ...your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 8 Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath...

Страница 289: ...ush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 11 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 12 Place the compact spare tire on the wheel mounting surface CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 13 Install the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward ...

Страница 290: ...ut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 83 for the wheel nut torque specification 15 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Storing a Flat...

Страница 291: ... sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 50 mph 80 km h so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it is best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare i...

Страница 292: ...move any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the integrated radio antenna and the rear window defogger When cleaning the glass on your vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner ...

Страница 293: ...ing techniques For liquids gently blot the remaining soil with a paper towel Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed For solid dry soils remove as much as possible and then vacuum To clean use the following instructions 1 Saturate a lint free clean white cloth with water or club soda 2 Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the s...

Страница 294: ... are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of your interior and are not recommended Do not use silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instru...

Страница 295: ...s on page 5 74 Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish on your vehicle The vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and mad...

Страница 296: ...rome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only The surface of these wheels is similar to the p...

Страница 297: ... GM dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop 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 Cle...

Страница 298: ...ls and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Medium f...

Страница 299: ...labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth 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 will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VIN Mo...

Страница 300: ...ected by fuses one for each headlamp in the fuse block An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some el...

Страница 301: ... feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block There is a fuse puller located on the engine compartment fuse block It can be used to easily remove fuses from the fuse...

Страница 302: ...ssure Monitor System Option AUTO A C BCM Automatic Temperature Control A C Compressor Relay Body Control Module BCM HVAC EPS Manual Air Conditioning Electronic Power Steering EPS Option AIRBAG Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM Option ABS Anti lock Brake System Option TCM BTSI Transmission Control Module TCM Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock BTSI 5 78 ...

Страница 303: ...VM Rear Glass Defogger Switch RADIO CRUISE Radio Battery Positive Voltage Cruise HTD SEAT Heating Mat Accessory Power Outlet AUTO A C CLSTR Automatic Temperature Control Cluster DLC Data Link Connector DLC Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information ...

Страница 304: ...5 80 ...

Страница 305: ... FOG LAMPS Fog Lamp Relay STOP LAMPS Brake Switch I P FUSE BATT Instrument Panel Fuse Box Fuses Usage ILLUM RT Illumination Right Parking Lamp FRT DEFOG Front Defogger ILLUM LT Left Parking Lamp HVAC BLWR Blower Motor IGN 2 Ignition Key ON START FOG DIODE Fog Lamp Relay HORN Horn PWR MIR Power Mirror DRL Daytime Running Lamps ENG 2 Injector Variable Induction System VIS Electronic Exhaust Gas Reci...

Страница 306: ... PWR WNDW Power Window FUSE PLR Fuse Puller Relays Usage COOL FAN HI Electric Cooling Fan High Speed A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor HEAD LAMP Headlamp COOL FAN CNTRL Electric Cooling Fan Control FRT FOG Front Fog Lamp HORN Horn ILLUM LAMPS Taillamp FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump COOL FAN LOW Electric Cooling Fan Low Speed PWR WNDW Power Window ENG MAIN Engine Control Module ECM Ignition Coil 5 82 ...

Страница 307: ... 1 61 lbs 0 73 kg Brake Fluid 0 53 qt 0 5 L Cooling System 8 7 qt 8 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 8 qt 6 4 L Fuel Tank 16 6 gal 63 0 L Transaxle Automatic 7 8 qt 7 4 L Wheel Nut Torque 81 lb ft 110 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transaxle Spark...

Страница 308: ...e obtained from your dealer Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 96332566 Engine Oil Filter 96389188 Fuel Filter 96335719 A C Filter 96296618 Spark Plugs 96417176 Windshield Wiper Blade Hook Type Driver s Side 96342895 Passenger s Side 96220735 5 84 ...

Страница 309: ...e 6 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 19 At Each Fuel Fill 6 19 At Least Once a Month 6 19 At Least Twice a Year 6 20 At Least Once a Year 6 20 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 23 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 23 Exhaust System Inspection 6 23 Fuel System Inspection 6 24 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 24 Throttle System Inspection 6 24 Brake S...

Страница 310: ...e necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid le...

Страница 311: ...a qualified technician do the work See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5 4 If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 14 Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important ...

Страница 312: ...owing and note how you drive If you have questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use a...

Страница 313: ...to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Drive Belts Inspection Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Filter Replace...

Страница 314: ...e Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement Drive Belts Inspection Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Filter Replacement Cooling System Service EVAP System Service PCV System Service Brake Fluid Change or 24 months whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transaxl...

Страница 315: ...tervals and the maintenance be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection on page 6 24 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire I...

Страница 316: ...every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 24 000 Miles 40 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs...

Страница 317: ...n and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 42 000 Miles 70 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace engine oil pan drain plug washer Rotate tires See Tire...

Страница 318: ...n Control Service 54 000 Miles 90 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 60 000 Miles ...

Страница 319: ...tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000 Miles 115 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 72 000 Miles 120 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and...

Страница 320: ... months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 17 for more ...

Страница 321: ...e Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Change automatic transaxle fluid if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these c...

Страница 322: ...s and the maintenance be recorded A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection on page 6 24 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 ...

Страница 323: ...dditional information See footnote Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect drive belts Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emissio...

Страница 324: ...h as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions the fluid does not require changing 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 M...

Страница 325: ...s See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 53 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often Inspect engine air cleaner f...

Страница 326: ...p and neck Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect EVAP canister vapor lines and EVAP vent solenoid valve An Emission Control Service See footnote Inspect PCV system An Emission Control Service See footnote Change brake fluid or every 24 months whichever occurs first 97 500 Miles 162 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occu...

Страница 327: ...ine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid rese...

Страница 328: ...tion 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 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 25 Automatic Transaxle Inspection It is not necessary to check the transaxle fluid level A transaxle fluid leak is the only reason ...

Страница 329: ...in any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before 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 on page 2 25 Be...

Страница 330: ...egular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check th...

Страница 331: ...n Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect...

Страница 332: ...rottle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect di...

Страница 333: ...ee Engine Oil on page 5 13 Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water preferably distilled and good quality Ethylene Glycol Base Coolant GM Part No U S 12378560 in Canada 993089 and conforming to GM Specification 1825M or recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Brake Fluid Only Delco Supreme...

Страница 334: ...nada 10953474 Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and ...

Страница 335: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 27 ...

Страница 336: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 28 ...

Страница 337: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 29 ...

Страница 338: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 30 ...

Страница 339: ...ide Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 14 Section 7 Customer ...

Страница 340: ...ustomer Communication Centre by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of t...

Страница 341: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Страница 342: ...dresses below United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 www Chevrolet com 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Isl...

Страница 343: ...ogram This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call...

Страница 344: ...ow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start No start occurrences which require a...

Страница 345: ...r ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your ...

Страница 346: ...actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum amount per day and must be supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and...

Страница 347: ...ol several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repai...

Страница 348: ... data collection Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle s resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are...

Страница 349: ...g Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts Some insurance companies will not s...

Страница 350: ...s includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license number vehicle license plate vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN insurance company and policy number and a general description of the damage to the o...

Страница 351: ...ou are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has ...

Страница 352: ... Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Ser...

Страница 353: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

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Страница 355: ...es 1 56 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 55 Where Are the Airbags 1 53 Antenna Backglass 3 80 Antenna Integrated Windshield 3 81 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 37 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels 5 72 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 73 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 71 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 68 Fabric Carpet 5 69 Finish Care 5 71 Finish Damage 5 73 I...

Страница 356: ...akes 5 31 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In New Vehicle 2 17 Bulb Replacement 5 39 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 42 Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 41 Halogen Bulbs 5 39 Headlamp Aiming 5 38 Headlamps 5 39 Parking Lamps 5 43 Replacement Bulbs 5 44 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 5 44 Buying New Tires 5 55 C California Fuel 5 6 California Proposition 65 Warning 5 4 ...

Страница 357: ...5 71 Inside of Your Vehicle 5 68 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 70 Leather 5 70 Tires 5 73 Cleaning cont Underbody Maintenance 5 73 Washing Your Vehicle 5 70 Weatherstrips 5 70 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 72 Climate Control System 3 19 Air Filter Passenger Compartment 3 28 Automatic 3 22 Outlet Adjustment 3 27 Clock 3 18 Coinholder s 2 34 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Compact...

Страница 358: ...r Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp 3 15 Door Ajar Light 3 44 Central Door Unlocking System 2 8 Door Ajar Reminder 2 9 Locks 2 7 Power Door Locks 2 8 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 15 Seat Tilt Adjuster 1 3 Driving At Night 4 16 City 4 19 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Freeway 4 20 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 17 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 2...

Страница 359: ...17 Finish Damage 5 73 Flash to Pass 3 8 Flat Tire 5 60 Flat Tire Changing 5 61 Flat Tire Storing 5 66 Fluid Automatic Transaxle 5 19 Power Steering 5 29 Windshield Washer 5 30 Fog Lamps 3 14 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 10 Filling Your Tank 5 8 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage 3 45 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Ligh...

Страница 360: ...lash to Pass 3 8 Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 41 Headlamps cont Halogen Bulbs 5 39 High Low Beam Changer 3 8 On Reminder 3 13 Parking Lamps 5 43 Heated Seats 1 4 Heater 3 19 3 22 Highbeam On Light 3 44 Highway Hypnosis 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 Hold Mode Light 3 39 Hood Checking Things Under 5 11 Release 5 11 Horn 3 6 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 I Ignition...

Страница 361: ...81 J Jump Starting 5 35 K Keyless Entry System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 5 47 Lamps Dome 3 15 Exterior 3 12 Fog 3 14 Map 3 16 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 39 Light Airbag Readiness 3 32 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 37 Brake System Warning 3 36 Charging System 3 35 Cruise Control 3 43 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator 3 44 Door Ajar 3 44 Highbeam On 3 44 Hold Mode 3 39 Low Fuel War...

Страница 362: ...r Manual Controls 1 4 M Maintenance Normal Replacement Parts 5 84 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill 6 19 At Least Once a Month 6 19 At Least Once a Year 6 20 At Least Twice a Year 6 20 Brake System Inspection 6 24 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 24 Exhaust System Inspection 6 23 Fuel System Inspection 6 24 How This Section is Organized 6 3 Introduction 6 2 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maint...

Страница 363: ...rview Mirror 2 31 Outside Convex Mirror 2 33 Outside Heated Mirrors 2 33 Outside Power Mirrors 2 32 MyGMLink com 7 3 N New Vehicle Break In 2 17 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 5 84 O Odometer 3 31 Odometer Trip 3 31 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Oil Engine 5 13 Pressure Light 3 43 Older Children Restraints 1 28 Online Owner Center 7 3 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 27 Outside Convex ...

Страница 364: ...ensioners Safety Belt 1 27 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 14 R Radios 3 46 Care of Your CD Player 3 80 Care of Your CDs 3 80 Radio with CD 3 48 3 52 3 59 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 67 Trunk Mounted CD Changer 3 75 Understanding Reception 3 79 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Rear Seat Armrest 2 35 Rear Seat Operation 1 8 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 23 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimm...

Страница 365: ...s Properly 1 15 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 14 Safety Belts cont Rear Seat Passengers 1 23 Right Front Passenger Position 1 23 Safety Belt Extender 1 27 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 23 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 10 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 22 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Seats Driver Seat Tilt Adjuster 1 3 Head Restraints 1 7 Heated Seats 1 4 Manual 1 2 Manual L...

Страница 366: ...itive Power Steering SSPS Warning Light 3 37 Speedometer 3 31 Starting Your Engine 2 19 Steering 4 11 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 23 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 3 78 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 3 6 Storage Areas Center Console Storage Area 2 35 Coinholder s 2 34 Cupholder s 2 34 Glove Box 2 34 Rear Seat Armrest 2 35 Sunglasses Storage Compartment 2 35 Stuck ...

Страница 367: ...Tire Sidewall Labeling 5 47 Tire Terminology and Definitions 5 49 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 56 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 58 Wheel Replacement 5 58 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 54 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 33 Towing a Trailer 4 35 Your Vehicle 4 33 Traction Control System Active Light 3 38 Control System TCS 4 9 Control System Warning Light 3 38 Off Light 3 39 Transaxle Fluid A...

Страница 368: ...hts Gages and Indicators 3 29 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 58 Different Size 5 56 Replacement 5 58 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Windows 2 12 Power 2 13 Windshield Washer 3 9 Washer Fluid 5 30 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 45 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 72 Wiper Fuses 5 76 Wipers 3 8 Winter Dri...

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