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Page 2: Emergency Towing
® 1-800-CHEV-USA 1-800-CHEV-USA Every 2001 Metro under warranty is For vehicles purchased in Canada, For vehicles purchased in Canada, backed with the 1-800-268-6800) 1-800-268-6800) following call call services: that provides in an emergency: Free lockout assistance Free dead-battery assistance Courtesy Transportation Free out-of-fuel assistance...
Page 4 Table of Contents Seats and Restraint Systems Seats and Seat Controls Air Bag Systems Section Safety Belts Restraint Systems for Children Features and Controls Windows Windshield Wipers Section Keys and Door Locks Exterior and Interior Lamps Automatic Transmission Mirrors Parking Brake Storage Compartments Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Instrument Panel, Warning Lights and Gages...
Page 5 Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Section Heating and Air Conditioning Radio Setting the Radio Clock Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Drunken Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Section Control of a Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle Braking Towing a Trailer...
Page 6 Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Fuel Tires and Wheels Section Checking Fluids and Lubricants Appearance Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Brakes Capacities and Specifications Bulb Replacement Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Maintenance Schedule Section Scheduled Maintenance Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Owner Checks and Services...
Page 7 Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedures Warranty Information (See Warranty Manual) Section Customer Assistance Offices Reporting Safety Defects on page 8-10 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Service Publications Index In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Section You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.
Page 8 For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 9: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual CAUTION: Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and These mean there is something that could hurt controls for your vehicle.
Page 10: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage Also, in this book you will find these notices: would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 11: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. Also see “Warning Lights and Gages” in the Index. For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important for have to do with are on some of are used on...
Page 12 Service Station Guide Oil Viscosity Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Oil See Section 6 See Section 6 a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5...
Page 13: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Air Bag System Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...
Page 14: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls Manual Front Seat This part tells you about the seats how to adjust them, and also about reclining front seatbacks, seatback latches, CAUTION: easy entry seats and the folding rear seatback. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 15: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Reclining Front Seatbacks The lock lever is located to your right under the driver’s front seat and to your left under the passenger’s front To adjust the seatback, lift the lever located on the seat. Pull up on the lever to unlock the seat. Slide the outboard side of the seat.
Page 16 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 17 Rear Seatback Folding the Rear Seatback The rear seatback in your vehicle folds down to provide more cargo space. To fold the seatback down do the following: 1. Pull up on the knobs on both sides of the seatback. If you have a split rear seatback, you can fold half of the seatback down by pulling only the knob on the side you want to fold down.
Page 18: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
To raise the seatback do the following: Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone Make sure the loops on the seatback are fastened and This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts the rear safety belts pass through the loops. properly.
Page 19 In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. CAUTION: You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 20: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.
Page 21 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. doesn’t stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...
Page 22 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-10...
Page 23: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About
Here Are Questions Many People Ask If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? About Safety Belts and the Answers You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident even one that isn’t your fault...
Page 24: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.”...
Page 25 Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 26 What’s wrong with this? 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. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 27 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 28 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 29 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 30: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 31: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. Here are the most important things to know about the When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that air bag system: the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is CAUTION: wearing them properly.
Page 32 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the belt system nor its air bag system is designed blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating for them. Young children and infants need the air bag, as you would be if you were leaning protection that a child restraint system can forward, it could seriously injure you.
Page 33 How the Air Bag System Works The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. Where are the air bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-21...
Page 34 When should an air bag inflate? CAUTION: An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed If something is between an occupant and an “threshold level.”...
Page 35 What makes an air bag inflate? What will you see after an air bag inflates? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing so quickly that some people may not even realize system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which the air bag inflated.
Page 36 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, NOTICE: windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the Air bags are designed to inflate only once.
Page 37: Rear Seat Passengers
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Rear Seat Passengers Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! There are parts of the air bag system in several places Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear around your vehicle.
Page 38 When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 39 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 40: Children
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 while in a vehicle.
Page 41 CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 42 What are the different types of add child restraints? CAUTION: on child restraints, which are purchased Children who are up against, or very close to, any by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured types.
Page 43 CAUTION: CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, The body structure of a young child is quite including support for the head and neck. unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom This is necessary because a newborn infant’s the safety belts are designed.
Page 44: Restraint Systems For Children
Restraint Systems for Children 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 An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
Page 45 A forward facing child seat (C E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields.
Page 46 How do child restraints work? When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, A child restraint system is any device designed for it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position vehicle safety standards.
Page 47: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can General Motors, therefore, recommends that child move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure restraints be secured in the rear seat including an infant...
Page 48 In Canada, the law requires that forward facing Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points. child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same anchored.
Page 49 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 50 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the the retractor to set the lock. retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down...
Page 51: Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat. Front Seat Position You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
Page 52 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-40...
Page 53: Older Children
Older Children 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down Older children who have outgrown booster seats should on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 54 What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 55 What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is CAUTION: very close to the child’s face or neck? Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but Never do this.
Page 56: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light you should use it. and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your loose or damaged safety belt system parts.
Page 57: Replacing Restraint System Parts
Replacing Restraint System Parts If you ever see a label on the driver’s or the right front passenger’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be After a Crash sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision.
Page 58 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 59: Manual Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 60 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 61 If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using the code. If you need a new key, contact your Chevrolet dealer who can obtain the correct key code. See “Roadside Assistance”...
Page 62: Door Locks
Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key. To lock the door, turn the key toward the front of the vehicle. To unlock the CAUTION: door, turn the key toward the rear of the vehicle. Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Page 63: Rear Door Security Locks
Power Door Locks (If Equipped) Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle is equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your car from the inside. To Use One of These Locks This feature allows you to lock or unlock all of the doors at the same time.
Page 64 The switch is located on the inside of the rear door. To Cancel the Rear Door Lock To use the security locks do the following: 1. Move the lever all the way down. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same thing to the other rear door lock. The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use.
Page 65: Leaving Your Vehicle
Leaving Your Vehicle CAUTION: (Continued) If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set the locks from the inside. Then get out and Turn the fan on your heating or cooling close the door. system to its highest speed with the setting on CIRCULATE.
Page 66 Remote Trunk Release (If Equipped) Trap-Resistant Trunk Kit Your vehicle may have a remote trunk release lever. To help prevent a child from becoming trapped in your trunk, you can order a trap resistant trunk kit from your dealer. Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
Page 67 Key in the Ignition Close all windows. Lock all the doors except the driver’s. If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves New Vehicle “Break In” don’t do it. When you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door, NOTICE: you’ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key...
Page 68 Ignition Positions NOTICE: With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t switch to four positions. turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard.
Page 69: Starting Your Engine
ON (C): This is the position to which the switch returns Starting Your Engine after you start your engine and release the switch. The Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). switch stays in the ON position when the engine is Your engine won’t start in any other position that’s a running.
Page 70 Starting Your Engine 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the ignition key to START.
Page 71: Automatic Transaxle Operation
Automatic Transaxle Operation CAUTION: There are several different positions for your shift lever. It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Page 72 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t starting the engine. Your vehicle has a automatic connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re transaxle shift lock control system. You have to fully already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Page 73 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. LOW (L): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on If you need more power for passing, and you’re: very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector Going less than about 27 mph (43 km/h), push your lever is put in LOW (L), the transaxle won’t shift into accelerator pedal about halfway down.
Page 74: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button. Hold the release button in as you move The parking brake is located between the seats. To set the lever all the way down.
Page 75 NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. Shifting Into PARK (P) CAUTION: 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if set the parking brake.
Page 76: Torque Lock
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Torque Lock Engine Running If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in CAUTION: the transaxle.
Page 77 Shifting Out of Park (P) 3. Turn the ignition key to ON. 4. Find the access hole cover on the driver’s side of Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock the console, near the shift lever. control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the 5.
Page 78: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 79: Running Your Engine While You're Parked
Running Your Engine While CAUTION: You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if ever have to, here are some things to know. the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 80: Turn And Lane Change Signals
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 81: Windshield Wipers
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wipers To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high beam to low, push the turn signal away from you. To switch back to low beams, pull the lever toward you. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on.
Page 82: Exterior Lamps
Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you Exterior Lamps from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before Headlamps using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.
Page 83: Lamps On Reminder
The DRL system will make your low beam headlamps : This position will turn on the following lamps: come on at a reduced brightness when the following Parking Lamps conditions are met: Sidemarker Lamps The ignition is on, Taillamps the headlamp switch is off, and Instrument Panel Lights the parking brake is released.
Page 84: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Mirrors Instrument Panel Brightness Control Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached above your This knob controls the windshield. The mirror has a pivot so that you can adjust brightness of your it up and down or side to side. instrument panel lights.
Page 85: Storage Compartments
Manual Remote Control Mirror Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right.
Page 86: Ashtray And Cigarette Lighter
Cupholder and Compartment NOTICE: To use the cupholder, pull it out until it stops. With cups removed, push it back in to store it. An open storage tray Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand is below the cupholder. while it is heating.
Page 87 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-30...
Page 88 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever L. Rear Window Defogger Switch (If Equipped) B. Air Vent M. Hood Release C. Brightness Control N. Fuse Block D. Horn O. Ashtray E. Hazard Warning Flasher P.
Page 89: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 90: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). This part describes the warning lights and gages that Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been may be on your vehicle.
Page 91: Safety Belt Reminder Light
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on Air Bag Readiness Light when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument there may be a problem, check the section that tells you panel, which shows AIR BAG.
Page 92: Charging System Light
Charging System Light CAUTION: This light will come on briefly when you turn the If the air bag readiness light stays on after you ignition to ON or START, start your vehicle, it means the air bag system but when the engine is not running, as a check to show may not be working properly.
Page 93: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light CAUTION: Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you Your brake system may not be working properly need both parts working well.
Page 94: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the Your vehicle is equipped gage pointer moves to the with a computer which hot “H” side of the band, monitors operation of the your engine is too hot! It fuel, ignition and emission means that your engine...
Page 95 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is NOTICE: working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one If you keep driving your vehicle with this light of two ways: on, after a while, your emission controls may not...
Page 96 If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, Are you low on fuel? stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. As your engine starts to run out of fuel, your engine may Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the not run as efficiently as designed since small amounts of engine.
Page 97: Oil Pressure Light
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Oil Pressure Light Some state/provincial and local governments have or If you have a problem with may begin programs to inspect the emission control your oil pressure this light equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this may stay on after you start inspection could prevent you from getting a your engine, or come on...
Page 98 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) CAUTION: Indicator Light You will have this light on Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If the instrument panel cluster. you do, your engine can become so hot that it It goes on whenever the catches fire.
Page 99: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All of these situations are normal and do not Your fuel gage show about indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage. how much fuel is in your At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the tank.
Page 100 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Audio Systems Climate Control System Setting the Clock...
Page 101: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls FLOOR: This position directs air toward the floor. With this system, you can control the heating and DEFOG: This position directs air toward the ventilation in your vehicle. The vehicle’s air floor, the windshield and side windows. conditioning can also control cooling. DEFROST: This position directs air to the Your vehicle also has the flow through ventilation...
Page 102: Air Conditioner Controls
Air Conditioner Controls On days when it is raining or the humidity is high, follow these dehumidifying steps to help clean windows The air conditioning that are cloudy with moisture. Push the A/C button. system uses the same Move the air intake lever to circulate. Move the airflow controls as described lever to defrost and the fan control lever toward the fan previously.
Page 103: Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)
Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped) NOTICE: The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp remove fog from the on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you rear window. could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 104 Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a car in cold weather, move the fan lever toward the fan symbol for a few moments before driving off.
Page 105: Audio Systems
Audio Systems AM-FM Stereo Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Page 106 Finding a Station preset station stored on your pushbuttons, except those stations with weak reception, stop for a few seconds and AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 flash the station frequency, then go on to the next preset and FM2.
Page 107 Setting the Tone To set bass or treble to the middle position, select the desired tone control. Then press and hold AUDIO for BASS: Press and release AUDIO repeatedly until more than two seconds until you hear a beep. B and a BAS appears on the display.
Page 108: Understanding Radio Reception
FADE: Press and release AUDIO until FAD appears on Understanding Radio Reception the display. Then press and hold the up arrow to move the sound to the front speakers or the down arrow to move the sound to the rear speakers. “F” and a number The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, will appear on the display when the sound is balanced especially at night.
Page 109: Antenna (If Equipped)
To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Antenna (If Equipped) Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Use the knob on the end of the antenna to raise the antenna. To lower it, hold the antenna mast near the Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably roof and feed it into the holder.
Page 110 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving City Driving Drunken Driving Freeway Driving Control of a Vehicle Before Leaving on a Long Trip Braking...
Page 111: Defensive Driving
Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents.
Page 112: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Many adults by some estimates, nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol, Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to it’s against the law in every U.S.
Page 113 According to the American Medical Association, a It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, lb. (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce if the same person drank three double martinis (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, BAC of about 0.06 percent.
Page 114 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of There’s something else about drinking and driving that 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills many people don’t know. Medical research shows that of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or...
Page 115: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 116: Braking In Emergencies
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive Braking in Emergencies in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. that requires hard braking. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops.
Page 117: Steering
Steering Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both control Power Steering systems steering and braking have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the hard If you lose power steering assist because the engine braking can demand too much of those places.
Page 118: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 119: Off - Road Recovery
Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
Page 120 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one start your left lane change signal before moving out thing, following too closely reduces your area of of the right lane to pass.
Page 121: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, when the three control systems (brakes, steering and your vehicle may straighten out.
Page 122: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead.
Page 123: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 124 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your Driving too fast through large water puddles or even windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can going through some car washes can cause problems, too. make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement The water may affect your brakes.
Page 125: Driving Through Flowing Water
Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your Driving Through Flowing Water tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on CAUTION: the road.
Page 126: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip.
Page 127: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow.
Page 128: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Of course, Maps: Do you have up date maps? you’ll find experienced and able service experts in Chevrolet dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willing to help if you need it. 4-19...
Page 129: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 130 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can CAUTION: make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system ignition off is dangerous.
Page 131: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice 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 Here are some tips for winter driving: couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 132: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have good traction.
Page 133 Remember, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop If You’re Caught in a Blizzard rolling, you’ll just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road. Watch for slippery spots.
Page 134 Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body CAUTION: insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 135: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost Towing Your Vehicle from the Front all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can.
Page 136 2. Set the parking brake. Towing Your Vehicle from the Rear 3. Turn the ignition key to ACC to unlock the steering wheel. 4. Release the parking brake. NOTICE: The front wheels transmit shocks during towing. The steering column may not be strong enough to withstand the shocks.
Page 137: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle The other label is the Certification label, also found on the driver’s door lock pillar. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it Weight Rating (GVWR).
Page 138: Towing A Trailer
Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or CAUTION: rear axle. Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. CAUTION: Put things in the trunk or rear area of your vehicle.
Page 139 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Cooling System Other Warning Devices If a Tire Goes Flat Jump Starting Changing a Flat Tire Towing Your Vehicle Compact Spare Tire Engine Overheating...
Page 140: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button located on top of the steering column to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others.
Page 141: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices NOTICE: If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind Ignoring these steps could result in costly your vehicle. damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be Jump Starting covered by your warranty.
Page 142 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables NOTICE: can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able If you leave your radio on, it could be badly to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damaged.
Page 143 5. Find the positive (+) and negative ( ) terminals on 6. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or each battery. missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic CAUTION: things you should know.
Page 144 8. Don’t 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. 9. Now connect the black negative ( ) cable 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) to the good battery’s terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 145 10. The other end of the negative ( ) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move.
Page 146: Towing Your Vehicle
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the heavy, unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the negative ( ) terminal on the vehicle with the...
Page 147: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating CAUTION: You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage” in the Index. Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Page 148: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 149: Cooling System
Cooling System CAUTION: When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Page 150 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned.
Page 151: Recovery Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant NOTICE: Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the isn’t at the FULL mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 152 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: pressure cap even a little they can come out You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot at high speed. Never turn the cap when the engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol cooling system, including the radiator pressure and it will burn if the engine parts are hot cap, is hot.
Page 153: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 154 2. Fill the radiator with the proper coolant mixture, up 5. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the to the base of the filler neck. See “Engine Coolant” upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the in the Index for more information about the proper engine cooling fan.
Page 155: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 156: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 157: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 2. Remove the compact spare tire by turning the wing nut on the top of the spare counterclockwise and The equipment you’ll need is in the trunk under the removing it. See “Compact Spare Tire” later in this carpet and cover.
Page 158 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), wheel 4. Attach the jack handle to the jack. Turn the jack wrench (B) and jack handle (C). handle clockwise to raise the lift head. 5-20...
Page 159: Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. If you have a wheel cover, remove it using the flat end of the jack handle. Pry along the edge of the wheel cover (as shown) and pull toward you until it comes off.
Page 160 2. Under the vehicle near each wheel, there are jack head seating plates in the vehicle’s frame. Position the jack and raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly 3. If the flat tire is a front tire, follow the instructions onto the plates closest to the flat tire.
Page 161 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: 4.
Page 162 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 163 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. 7. Install the compact spare tire. 8. Reinstall the wheel nuts 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle with the rounded end counterclockwise.
Page 164 10. Tighten the wheel nuts NOTICE: firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. 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.
Page 165 Storing the Flat Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. After you’ve put the compact spare tire on your vehicle, you’ll need to store the flat tire in your trunk.
Page 166 Storing the Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. The compact spare tire is for temporary use only.
Page 167: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire NOTICE: Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. When the compact spare is installed, don’t take Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be your vehicle through an automatic car wash with 60 psi (420 kPa).
Page 168: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, NOTICE: Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your vehicle as well as the tires.
Page 169 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 170: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for more about how to service your vehicle than this manual all your service needs.
Page 171 Adding Equipment to the Outside of CAUTION: Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can You can be injured and your vehicle could be affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with damaged if you try to do service work on a your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of vehicle without knowing enough about it.
Page 172 See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index. If this occurs, return to your authorized Chevrolet dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is Canada Only determined that the cause of the condition is the type of Be sure the posted octane is at least 87.
Page 173: Fuels In Foreign Countries
The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized Chevrolet dealer for service. Fuels in Foreign Countries To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States...
Page 174: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
Page 175 When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure CAUTION: you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly If you get gasoline on yourself and then installed.
Page 176: Checking Things Under The Hood
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in An electric fan under the hood can start up and your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the injure you even when the engine is not running. container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
Page 177: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the driver’s side. Then go to the front of the vehicle to release the secondary hood release. Reach under the hood toward the center. Pull the lever all the way up with one hand and lift the hood up with your other hand.
Page 178 Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on prop into the slot in the hood. properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
Page 179: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood, you’ll see these items: A. Hood Prop E. Engine Oil Fill Cap I. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Power Steering Reservoir F. Electric Engine Cooling Fan J. Battery C. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter G. Radiator Pressure Cap K.
Page 180: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you If the engine oil pressure get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must light appears on the be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. instrument panel, it means you need to check your The engine oil dipstick...
Page 181: When To Add Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick NOTICE: and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so all the way. Remove much oil that the oil level gets above the upper it again, keeping the mark that shows the proper operating range, tip down, and check...
Page 182: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.
Page 183: When To Change Engine Oil
As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W 30 is best for Engine Oil Additives your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W 30 if it’s Don’t add anything to your oil. The recommended oils going to be 0 C) or above. These numbers on an with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Page 184: What To Do With Used Oil
If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway Engine Air Cleaner/Filter maintenance schedule. Change oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 7.5 months whichever occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower.
Page 185 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Replacement 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 stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned.
Page 186: Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid NOTICE: When to Check and Change Too much or too little fluid can damage your A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid transaxle. Too much can mean that some of the level is when the engine oil is changed. fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles or exhaust system parts, starting a fire.
Page 187 Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Prepare your vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 188: How To Add Fluid
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the area between notches on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level.
Page 189: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and The following explains your cooling system and how to half coolant that meets GM Specification 1825 add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with which won’t damage aluminum parts.
Page 190: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 191 Adding Coolant CAUTION: If you need more coolant, add the proper coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot CAUTION: enough.
Page 192: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 193: Windshield Washer Fluid
How To Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off. The What to Use level should fall between the MIN and MAX marks on When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the reservoir.
Page 194 Adding Washer Fluid NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Page 195: Brake Fluid
Brakes lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out Brake Fluid of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all.
Page 196 What to Add NOTICE: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT 3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. Using the wrong fluid can badly damage Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Maintenance Schedule.
Page 197: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high...
Page 198: Brake Adjustment
Brake Adjustment Low Maintenance Battery Every time you make a moderate brake stop, your disc The battery in your vehicle needs only periodic service. brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderate or You never have to add water. But check the battery, heavier stop, then your brakes might not adjust correctly.
Page 199: Bulb Replacement
Index to check the size and type of bulb you need to use. running down. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your Chevrolet dealer’s service department. CAUTION: Halogen Bulbs Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas CAUTION: that can explode.
Page 200 Headlamps 3. Pull the headlamp assembly straight out from the vehicle. Halogen Capsule Lamps 4. Turn the plastic lock ring about one quarter turn 1. Open the hood. counterclockwise to remove it. Save the lock ring to use with the new bulb assembly. 5.
Page 201 Headlamp Aiming To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: Your vehicle may have the halogen capsule headlamp system. These headlamps have horizontal and vertical The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly adjustments. These have been pre set at the factory and level surface.
Page 202 A. “0” Mark B. Center Line A. Vertical Aiming Gear C. Horizontal Aiming Gear B. Vertical Indicator 1. Verify that the black line is not at the “0” mark. For vertical adjustment: 2. Using a flat tipped screwdriver, adjust the horizontal 1.
Page 203 Front Turn Signal/Parking/Sidemarker Lamps To remove the front turn signal, parking or sidemarker lamps: 1. Open the hood. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the headlamp assembly mounting screws. 3. Pull the headlamp straight out from the vehicle. 4. Turn the appropriate socket counterclockwise and pull the socket out.
Page 204: Rear Combination Lamps
Rear Combination Lamps 4. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull the socket out. To remove the rear combination bulbs: 5. Disconnect the bulb from its socket by twisting and 1. Remove the two screws from the combination lamps then pulling the bulb out. on the outside of the vehicle.
Page 205 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see overloaded tires. The resulting accident your Chevrolet Warranty booklet for details. could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure.
Page 206 Inflation -- Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Tire Loading Information label, which is on the driver’s door lock pillar, shows the correct inflation If your tires have too much air (overinflation), pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” you can get the following: means your vehicle has been sitting for at least Unusual wear three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 207: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here. Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles Don’t include the compact spare tire in your (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual tire rotation.
Page 208: Buying New Tires
When It’s Time for New Tires The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that One way to tell when it’s can’t be repaired well because of the size or location time for new tires is to of the damage.
Page 209: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading CAUTION: Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A (radial and bias belted tires), the vehicle may not...
Page 210 Treadwear Temperature A, B, C The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 211: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance CAUTION: The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
Page 212: Tire Chains
Used Replacement Wheels Tire Chains NOTICE: CAUTION: Use tire chains only where legal and only when Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or that are the proper size for your tires.
Page 213: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some Alcohol are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle.
Page 214: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Here are some cleaning tips: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set.
Page 215: Cleaning Vinyl
Cleaning Vinyl Care of Safety Belts Use warm water and a clean cloth. Keep belts clean and dry. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. CAUTION: Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly.
Page 216: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of the six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See Windshield, Backglass and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Wiper Blades Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, of color, gloss retention and durability.
Page 217: Finish Care
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.
Page 218: Chemical Paint Spotting
Although no defect in the paint job causes this, materials available from your dealer or other service Chevrolet will repair, at no charge to the owner, the outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout in your dealer’s body and paint shop.
Page 219 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 oz.
Page 220: Engine Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label inside on the load floor at the rear of the vehicle, on the spare tire cover.
Page 221: Electrical System
Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from Add-On Electrical Equipment short circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. NOTICE: Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse.
Page 222 Fuse Usage H/L, L Left Headlamp, High Beam Indicator DOOR LOCK Door Lock System Cigar, Radio DOME Dome Lamp WIPER Front and Rear Wiper/Washer AIR BAG Air Bag HEATER Heater Fan Motor, Fuse Usage Air Conditioning STOP Stop Lamp Rear Defogger HAZARD Hazard, Horn BACK...
Page 223 Engine Compartment Fuse Block Fuse Usage Air Conditioner RDTR Radiator Fan Motor Fuel Injection PTC Heater The main fuse box is in your engine compartment on the driver’s side. SPARE Not Used LAMP Taillamps, Stoplamps, For access to the main fuses, squeeze the tabs on Hazard, Headlamps the sides and pull off the cover.
Page 224: Capacities And Specifications
......1157 Turn Signal and Hazard (Front and Rear) ..1156 **Recheck the fluid level after filling. See “Automatic Transaxle Fluid.” *For information on these bulbs, contact your Chevrolet dealer’s service department. 6-56...
Page 225: Engine Specifications
Engine Specifications Normal Maintenance Type Replacement Parts VIN Engine Code 2 ..... . . Battery ......Firing Order Engine Air VIN Engine Code 2...
Page 226 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part B: Owner Checks and Services Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance...
Page 227: Introduction
Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
Page 228: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition.
Page 229: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle Maintenance Services uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else Using Your Maintenance Schedule drives the vehicle.
Page 230: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
Page 231 Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Intervals Long Trip/Highway Definition Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of Service (severe conditions only). the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Camshaft Timing vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area Belt Inspection.
Page 232 Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Intervals Long Trip/Highway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Change (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). Service (severe conditions only). Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Camshaft Timing occurs first).
Page 233: Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Footnotes (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The service shown California Air Resources Board has determined that at 120,000 miles (200 000 km) should be performed at the failure to perform this maintenance item will not...
Page 234 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
Page 235 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Page 236 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Page 237 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
Page 238 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines and any hoses for damage, (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 239 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Page 240 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
Page 241 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) DATE Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher.
Page 242 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
Page 243 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plug wires (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 244 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
Page 245 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Page 246 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Page 247 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
Page 248 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines and any hoses for damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Rotate tires.
Page 249 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) DATE Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE...
Page 250: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Footnotes (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The service shown California Air Resources Board has determined that at 120,000 miles (200 000 km) should be performed at the failure to perform this maintenance item will not...
Page 251 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Page 252 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Page 253 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
Page 254 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Page 255 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) DATE Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher.
Page 256 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires.
Page 257 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines and any hoses for damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 258 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary.
Page 259 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 260 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Inspect the valve lash and adjust if necessary. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines and any hoses for damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Rotate tires.
Page 261 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) DATE Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher.
Page 262: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the Listed in this part are owner checks and services which windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid should be performed at the intervals specified to help if necessary.
Page 263: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Fluid Level Check Check the automatic transaxle fluid level and add as Restraint System Check needed. See “Automatic Transaxle” in the Index. Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your Check for leaks. A fluid loss in this system could belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are indicate a problem.
Page 264 Starter Switch Check Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly.
Page 265 Ignition Automatic Transaxle Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn set the parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift the engine running and transaxle in NEUTRAL (N),...
Page 266: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Steering, Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive Axle Boot and Maintenance Inspections Seal Inspection Listed in this part are inspections and services which Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of each spring and fall).
Page 267: Engine Cooling System Inspection
Engine Cooling System Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, hoses for proper hook up, binding, leaks, cracks, fittings and clamps;...
Page 268: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT and Lubricants Hydraulic Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, Brake System (GM Part No. 12377967 or part number or specification may be obtained from equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid). your dealer.
Page 269 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Chassis Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Hood and Multi Purpose Lubricant, Lubrication Door Hinges No. 12377985 or equivalent) or Superlube (GM Part lubricant meeting requirements No. 12346241 or equivalent). of NLGI # 2, Category LB Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM or GC Conditioning Part No.
Page 270: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Page 271 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-46...
Page 272 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Courtesy Transportation...
Page 273: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 274 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of When contacting Chevrolet, please remember that dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. resolved by the dealership without further help, contact...
Page 275: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone
If a U.S. customer wishes to write BBB Auto Line to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. Customer Assistance Center. 4200 Wilson Boulevard...
Page 276: Gm Mobility Program For Persons
From: GM Mobility Program for Persons Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) with Disabilities 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 This program, available to qualified applicants, can Fax Number: 313-381-0022 reimburse you up to $1,000 Canada toward aftermarket driver General Motors of Canada Limited or passenger adaptive Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 equipment you may require...
Page 277: Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program
Chevrolet is excited to announce the from a legal roadway) establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 2001 Chevrolet, membership FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost in Roadside Assistance is free. on the road or locked inside)
Page 278: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) the Bumper Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty License plate number to eligible purchasers of 2001 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer Vehicle color for details.) Vehicle location...
Page 279: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation, a customer Warranty service can generally be completed while you support program for new vehicles. wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to minimize your inconvenience by providing several retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with transportation options.
Page 280: Warranty Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide Please contact your dealer for specific information about you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you availability.
Page 281: Reporting Safety Defects To The United
REPORTING SAFETY REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO DEFECTS TO THE UNITED THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT STATES GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should Motors of Canada Limited.
Page 282: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
1908 Colonel Sam Drive in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 us. Please call us at 1 1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232 5170 8-11...
Page 283 2001 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
Page 284 Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal ORDER TOLL FREE service. If further information is needed, write to the address shown below or call (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) 1-800-551-4123. Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return 1-800-551-4123 information within 30 days of delivery.

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