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I993 Owner’s Manual 0 Chevrolet Cavalier introduction Part I 2 3 4 5 6 7 Part 8 Part 9 Part Part Part Part Part Part Printed in USA Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Seats & SafetyBelts , .. . . . . .. Features & Controls . . . . . . . . . . . .47 = Comfort Controls & Audio Systems . . . I O! Your Driving and the Road . . . . . . . . . . 123 I Problems on the Road. . . . . . . . . . Service & Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . I95 MaintenanceSchedule . . . . . . . . . .
important Notes About this Manual Please keep this manual in your Chevrolet, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it. This manual includes the latest information at the timeit was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice.
w I 1 ’ , .. :> Louis Chevrolet,the other half of the team, at the wheel of his experimental “Classic Six,” which enteredproduction in 1912. That year 2999 vehicles wereproduced. The dynumic William C “Billy ’’ Durant shlfted gearsfram muking carriages to making cars, forming half the team that gave birth to Chevrolet.
k In Januuy 1942, Chevroletfictorics were convirted to militaty production in an all-out@ort to achieve victoryin Europe and the Pacific.. . but millionsof Americans already owned a “Chevy.
The 1957 Chevy started a romance with the American public-and was poweredby an available fuel-injectedV8. 60's automotive excitement included Chevrolet landmarks like the Corvette Sting Ray,the sporty Camuro, and powerplants like the legendary 327 V8. m7 Your new Chevrolet continuesa tradition of quality and value.
How to Use this Manual Part 5: Problems on the Road This part tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. Part 6: Service & Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your Chevrolet running properly and looking good.
I Vehicle Damage Warnings Satiety Warnings and Symbols I You will find a numberof safety cautions in this book. We use yellow and the word CAUTION to tellyou about things that couldhurt you if you were to ignore the warning. These mean there is somethiq that could hurt you or other ople. L In the yellow 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 don’t, you or others could be hurt.
How to Use this Manual Vehicle Symbols These are someof the symbols you will These symbols are important for you find on your vehicle.
These symbols are on some of your controls: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster These symbols are usedon warning and indicator lights: Engine Coolant Temperature -1 cc Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse TrunkRelease Battery Charging System Lighter Fuel Horn Rear Window Defogger Ventilating Fan Power Window Engine Oil Pressure wbl Brake Anti-Lock Brakes (@I Hood Release 9
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. Part II Seats & Safety Belts H e r e YOU’II find information about the seats in your Chevrolet and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things . you should not do with safety belts Seats and Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SafetyBelts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How.to Wear Safety Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats & Safety Belts Seats and Seat Controls This section tellsyou about the seatshow to adjust them-and also about reclining seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat IC" I , You can lose control of the - b vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don't want to. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Move the lever under the front seat to unlock it.
L I 9u I l V l V A Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’tdo their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lapbelt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Seats & Safety Belts I I Mama/ 4- Way Adjustab/e Driver’s Seat (OPTION) There are two levers atthe front of the seat. The left lever adjusts the seat forward and back. The right lever adjusts the angle of the front of the seat. To Adjust the Seat’s Forward and Rearward Movement: Lift the left lever up and adjustthe seat forward or back. Then release the lever and try to move the seat to be certain that it is locked in place.
Easy-Entry Seat (RS 2-DOOR AND 2-24 MODELS) If the seatback isn’t locked, it 4 L could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to getin and out of the rear seat. When you push down on therear latch and tilt the rightfront seatback fully forward, the whole seat will slide forward.
Seats & Safety Belts .-”_ 1 1 Folding Rear Wagon Seats To add more cargo room, your rear seatback can be easily foldeddown. Be sure to check your seatback latchesnow and then by pushing the seatback back and forth. If they do not latch properly, have them checked by your dealer. Remember to keep safety beltsclear of seat hinges and latchesso they are not damaged when you raise and lower the seatback. ... & To Lower the Split Folding Rear Seat: 1. There is a release lever onthe side of each seat.
4 To Raise the Split Folding Rear Seat: 1. Push down on the edge of the seatback and pull upthe filler panel. 2. Lift the seatback until it locks in place. Push back and forth onthe seatback to be sure it is locked in place. To Lower the One-Piece Rear Seat: 1. Pull down on the release lever located on the right side of the seat. 2. Pull the seatback forward and down. Once folded, the weight of the onepiece seatback will hold it down. To Raise the One-Piece Rear Seat: 1.
Seats & Safety Belts Safety Belts: Z7iey’re For Everyone (Cant.) * Don’t let anyone ride where d theycan’twearasafetybelt properly. Ifyou are in a crash and you’renotwearingasafety belt, vour iniuries can be much worse. ?ou c 2 hit things insidethe vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injuredor 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. ...
I u . . Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. 1. For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child. 2. When the bike hits the block, it stops. But the child keeps going! 3. Take the simplest “car.” Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 19 . .
Seats & Safety Belts I Why Safety Belts Work (CONI:) 4. Put someone on it. e 5. Get it up to speed. Then stop the 44car.”The rider doesn’t stop. 6. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield.. . 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. 7. or the instrumentpanel.. . 20 8.
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety BeltsQ: Why don’t they just put in air bags so people won’t haveto wear and the Answers Q: If I’m a good driver, andI never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? safety belts? Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle A: You may be an excellent driver, but after an accident if I’m wearing a A: ‘Air bags,’’ or Supplemental Inflatable Restraint systems, are in if you’re in an accident-even one safety belt? some vehicles today and will be that isn’t yo
C b Its & Safety Belts rn How to Wear Safety Belts Properly-Adults I When the key is turned to Run or Start, W r n ~ ~ J $ ~This section is only for peopleof adult Safety Belt Warning Light A a chime willcome on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is buckled. The safety belt light willalso come on andstay on foraboutaminute. If the driver’sbeltis buckled, neitherthe chime nor the light will come on.
Vehicles First Sold in Canada Driver Position Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt Was your Chevrolet first sold, when new, in Canada? (If it was, a sticker on the driver’s door will say “conforms to all applicable Canada motor vehicle. . . etc.) If so, then the rest of Part 1 does not apply to your vehicle. To learn how to use your safety belts, please read the Owner’s Manual Safety Belt Supplement. It comes with every new Chevrolet first sold in Canada. This section describes the driver’s restraint system.
Seats & Safety Belts Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt (CON1) The lap belt should be wornas low on the hips as possible. In a crash, this And you don't have to unbuckle when you get out. applies force tothe strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under Just get into the vehicle. Then close and lock the door. Adjustthe seat so you can the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. sit up straight.
To unbuckle the automatic belt, just push the button on the buckle. To Reattach the Automatic Belt: 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see the Index under Seat Controls. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pullthe belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Seats & Safety Belts Automatic lapshoulder Belt (CONr.) Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION A You can be seriously injuredif 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. Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm.
- Safety BeltUse During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear alapshoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety beltis worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash.
Seats & Safety Belts Rear Seat Passengers Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident The positions next to the windows have statistics show that unbelted peoplein lap-shoulder belts. the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those whoare wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown outof the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.
Ib If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. If the belt is not long enough, see the Index under Safety Belt Extender. Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upwardor outward so you would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.
Seats & Safety Belts ?ear Seat Outside Passenger Dositions (CONT.) To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The safety belt locksif there's a sudden 'top or a crash. CAUTION A 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 againstyour body. . .
I 2. Slide the guide under and pastthe belt. 3. Be sure that the beltis not twisted There is one guide for each outside The elastic cord must be under the and it lies flat. The elastic cord must passenger position in the rear seat. You belt. Then, place the guide over the be under the belt and the guide on will find them tucked in between the top. belt, and insert the two edges of the belt seat back and the interior body, about into the slots of the guide. half-way down the edge of the seat back.
Seats & Safety Belts f- Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Center Passenger Position for Children and Small Aduits To remove and store the comfort guides, If your vehicle has a rear bench seat, just perform these stepsin reverse order. someone can sitin the center position. 4. Buckle the belt around thechild, and Squeeze the belt edges togetherso that When you sit in a center seating make sure that both the lap belt and you can take them out from the guides.
Children To make the belt longer, tiltthe latch plate and pull it alongthe belt. To make the belt shorter, pull itsfree end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and releaseit the salne way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn't long enough, see the Index under Safeq Belt Extender. Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upwardor outward so yc)U would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to.
Seats & Safety Belts r A ,.. :a -- -" x i 1 Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infint restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child's hip bones are so smalI that a r e g u l a r belt might notstay low on the hips, as it should. Instead, the belt will likely be over the child's abdomen.
Child Restraints Where to Put the Restraint Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, butthe child also has to be secured withinthe restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury. The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that.
Seats & Safety Belts Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your Chevrolet dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how todo it. . . I 36 Securing a Child Restraint ina Rear Outside Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. . 1 Put the restraint on the seat.
, .... . ’. 4. Buckle the belt.Make sure the release button faces upward or outward, so you’llbe able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. 5. To tighten the belt, pulluponthe shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. 6. Push and pull the child restraintin different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Seats & Safety Belts I Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Rear Seat Position When you secure a child restraint in a center seating position, you’ll be using the lap belt. Seethe earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. . . I I 38 1. Make the beltas long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pullingit along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3.Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again. Then see if it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adultor larger child passenger.
Seats & Safety Belts Securing a Child Restraint inthe Right Front Seat(CONT.) Once the special hardware is installed, please follow the instructions with it, and these steps: 1 .Unbuckle attachingthe automatic lap-shoulder belt by pushing the button on the buckle. It will stay on the door, ready to be rebuckledfor use by adults or older children. y r / infantkhild seat hardware in another vehicle.If you do, it may not work well andthe child may not protected be properly in acrash.
. ... .. . . . .... ...,,... . . . . 3.Put the belt's special latch plate into the vehicle's safety belt buckle. 4. You can make the belt longerby 8. Put the hook on the free end through tilting the buckle and pulling it along the slot in the latch plate. the belt. 5 . Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 6. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 7. Run the belt through or around the child restraint.
Seats & Safety Belts Securing a Child Restraint in the To Remove the InfanUChiId Seat Restraint 7ight Front Seat(CONX:) 9. To make it tight, pull the belt while you push down on the child restraint. If the belt won’t stay tight, switch it end for end. IO. Push and pull the child restraint in different directionsto be sure it is secure. 1. Push the buttonon the safety belt buckle and remove the special latch plate. Leave the latch plate on the special belt. 2.
X20 x20 L U205 Children L a r , r Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show thatchildren are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren't buckled upcan be thrown out in acrash.
Seats & Safety Belts larger Children (CONT.) Safety Belt Extender Q: What if a child is wearing a lapshoulder belt, but the child isso small that the shoulder belt is very neck? close to the child’s face or A: Move the child towardthe center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt stillis on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child‘s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Safety Belts After a Now and then, make sure all your belts, Crash buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
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.; . .. I Part 2 Features & Controls Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 H e r e you can learn about the GloveBox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 many standardand optional features Ignition . . . . . . . .
Features & Controls Keys The ignition keys are for the ignition only. vehicle-with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children. The door keys are for the doors and all other locks. When a new Chevrolet is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner.
Door Lock A~ - Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers-especially childrencan easily open thedoors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won't openit. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren't locked. Wear d t y belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be fat better off whenever you drive your vehicle.
ures & Controls Automatic DoorLocks Power Door Locks You can lock or unlock all doors of your vehicle from the driver or passenger door lock switch. On 4-door models, the switch on each rear door works only that door’slock. It won’t lock (or unlock) all of the doors-that’s a safety feature. 50 Just close your doors and turn on the ignition. If you have an automatic transaxle, all of the doors will lock when you move your shift lever out of P (Park) or N (Neutral).
I .. Trunk lock Remote Trunk Release (OPTION) To unlock the trunk from the outside, insert the door key and turn it. Pull upward on the remote release handle, located onthe floor near the left side of the driver’s seat, to release the trunk lid. Lockout Feature: The remote trunk release is equipped with a lockout feature to help prevent unauthorized entry into the trunk when the vehicle is unattended. The switch is located on the inside of the trunk lid, mounted to the trunk lid latch.
Features & Controls I CJ2044 Remote Lifigate Release To &dock the liftgate from the outside, insert the door key and turn it clockwise. Then lift up the bottom of the liftgate. Be sure there are no overhead obstructions beforeyou open the liftgate. You could slam the liftgate into something and breakthe glass. It can be dangerous todrive L with the liftgate open. Carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into vehicle. You can’t see or I your smell co. It can cause unconsciousness or even death.
Theft Glove Box Lock (RS AND 2-24 MODELS) Use the door key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open, pinch the handle, Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your Chevrolet has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we puton it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition:If you walk away from your vehicle withthe keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves-so don’t do it.
Features & Controls . . ,. . . ... . New Vehicle “Break-ln” Convenience Net(OPTION) Trunk Cargo Anchors(omoN) Your vehicle may have a convenience net. You’ll see it just inside the back wall of the trunk. Put small loads, like grocery bags, behind the net. It can help keep them from falling over during sharp turns or quick starts and stops. Unclip a corner of the convenience net to fit larger objects behind the net, then reclip it to secure themin place. The net isn’t for larger, heavier loads.
Ignition Switch Key Release Button With the ignitionkey in the ignition switch, Run: An “on” position to which the you can turn the switch to five positions: switch returns after you start your engine and release the switch. The Accessory: An “on” position in which switch stays in the Run position when you can operate your electrical power the engine is running. But even when accessories. Press in the ignition switch the engine is not running, you can use as you turn the top of it toward you.
Features & Contr Starting Your Engine Key Release Button (CONT.) - On manual transaxle vehicles, u d n g the key ta Lock will lock the s h M g column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision, If you need to tum the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to Off. Don’t press the key release button while the vehicle is mcwing. 56 If your key seems stuck in Lock and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in.
Automatic Transaxle Manual Transaxle 1. Move your shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in any other position-that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use N (Neutral) only. 1. Shift your gear selector toN (Neutral) 2. Don’t push the accelerator pedal and hold the clutch pedal to thefloor before starting your engine. In some other vehicles you might need to do while starting the engine.
Features & Controls 60th Transaxles (CONI) 4. If your engine won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal allthe way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in Start for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.
Engine Block Heater (OPTION) In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. To Use the Block Heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrapthe electrical cord. 3.Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet. A Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet couldcause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheatand cause a fire. You could be seriously injured.
Features & Controls rn Shifting the Park P (Park): This locks your front wheels. It’s the best position to use when you Your automatic transaxle hasa shift lever start your engine because your vehicle located on the console between the seats. can’t move easily. There are several different positions for your shift lever.
U Ensure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) range before starting the engine. Your Chevrolet has a brake-transaxle shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift fiom P (Park) when the ignition key is in the Run position. If you cannot shift outof P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever-push the shift lever all the way into P (Park) and also release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish.
Features & Controls Neutral (CONT:) Forward Gears Shifting outof P (Park) or N (Neutral) while your engine is --racing” (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your footis firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Don’t shift out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) while your engine is racing. 62 D (Drive): This position is for normal Damage to your transaxle caused driving.
Don’t drive in 2 (Second Gear) fo more than 5 miles (8 km), or at speeds over 55 mph (88 km/h), or you can damage your transaxle.U! D as much as possible. Don’t shift into 2 unless you are going slower than 65 mph (105 km/h), you can damage your engine. r 1 (First Gear): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than 2. You can use it crh very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud.
Features & Controls 1 3 5 2 4 R Hi 1 Shifting the 5-Speed Manual Transude There are seven different positions: N Neutral 1 First Gear 2 Second Gear 3 Third Gear 4 Fourth Gear 5 Fifth Gear R Reverse This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to 3,4 and 5 (Third, Fourth and Fifth Gears): Shift into 3,4 and 5 the sameway operate your transaxle: you do for 2. Slowly let upon the clutch 1 (First Gear): Press the clutch pedal pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. and shift into 1.
r Shift to R (Reverse) only afte vehicle is stopped. Shifting to R (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transaxle. Also, use R (Reverse), along with the parking brake, for parking your vehicle. Shift Light (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) Shifi Speeds (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) If you have a manual transaxle, you have a SHIFT light. This light will showyou when to shiftto the next higher gear for best fuel economy.
Features & Controls Parking Brake ShiiT Speeds(COPIT.) when you downshift, or if you the engine whenyou downshift, you can damage the clutch or transaxle. If you skip more than one 4 1 gear when you downshift, you could lose controlof your vehicle. And you could injure yourselfor others. Don’t shift from5 to 2, or 4 to 1. b 66 I I i The parking brake leveris located between the bucket seats. To Set the Parking Brake: Hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever.
Shifting Into P (Park) To Release the Parking Brake: If You are ona Hill: See the Index under Parking on Hills. That section showshow to turn your front wheels. Hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever upuntil you can press the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down. Driving with the parkingbrakeon can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replam them, and you could also dama other parts of your vehicle.
Features & Controls A Shifting Into P (Park) (CONTI 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your 2. Move the shift lever into theP (Park) position like this: Hold in the button right foot and set the parking brake. on the lever, and push the lever all the way toward the front of your vehicle. 3.Move the ignition key to Lock. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignitionkey in your hand, your vehicle is inP (Park).
Shifting Out of P (Park) (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE) If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle Your Chevrolet hasa brake-transaxle is in P (Park) and your parking brake is shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brakesbefore you can shift firmly set before you leave it. After you’ve moved the shift lever into the from P (Park) when the ignition isin the P (Park) position, hold the regular brake Run position. See the Index under pedal down.
Features & Controls Engine Exhausf I* Engine exhaust cankill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust comingifin Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damagedin a collision. Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points onthe road or over road debris. Repairs weren’t done correctly.
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked(AuToMATIc TRANSAXLE) It’s better not topark with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some thingsto know. I I Idling the engine with the air system control OFF could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle(see the earlier CAUTION under Engine Exhaust). Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadlycarbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan switch is atthe highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage.
Features & Controls 1 . i I Power Windows (opTIoN) With power windows, switcheson the center console control eachof the windows when the ignition is on. In addition, in 4-dOOr models, each rear passenger door has a control switch for its own window. The driver’s window switchhas an Auto Down feature. The driver’s window can be opened a small amountby pushing the switch marked AUTO to the first detent. When the switch is fully pressed, the window will go down all the way.
Tilt Steering Wheel(OPTION) L rim SignuUHeadlight Beam Lever A tilt steering wheel allowsyou to adjust the steering wheel beforeyou drive. You can also raise it to the highest The lever on the left sideof the steering level to give your legsmore room when column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change you exit and enter the vehicle. Indicator To tilt the wheel, hold the steering Headlight High-Low Beam Changer wheel and pull the lever.
Features & Controls Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator (CONI) rn Cruise Control (OPTION) With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 h / h ) or To signal a lane change,just raise or more without keeping your foot on the lower the lever until the green arrow accelerator. This can really help on long starts to flash. Hold it there until you trips. Cruise control does not workat complete your lane change.The lever will return by itself when you release it.
To Resume a Set Speed To Set Cruise Control 3. Push in the SET button at the end of 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. I I I If you leave yourcruise control switch ON when you're not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don't .want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch W F ' until you want to use it. the lever and releaseit. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Features & Controls ‘0 Resume a Set Speed(CONT.) A I If you hold the switch at RIA longer than half asecond, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake or clutch pedal. You could be startled and evenlose control. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at RIA. To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed: There are two ways to go to a higher speed.
To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control: Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
Features & Controls To Get Outof Cruise Control To Erase Cruise Speed Memory Headlights There are several ways toturn off the cruise control: Step lightly on the brake pedal, or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transaxle; OR Move the cruise switch to OFF. When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.
Turn the band marked -'o'I ' to E -D to turn on: Headlights Parking Lights Side Marker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Turn the band marked to OFF to turn off the lights.
Features & Controls Daytime Running Lights (DRL) hdicator Light(CANADA ONLY) Daflime Running Lights If your vehicle was firstsold, when new, in Canada, you will have this light on the instrument panel. It goes on whenever the Daytime Running Lights are on. The Canadian federal government has decided that Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL are required on new vehicles sold in Canada.
I ?;. I .q Headlight High-Low Beam Changer I Flash-to-Pass (EXCEPT CANADA) Flash-to-Pass lets you use your high To change the headlights from low beam beam headlights to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever allthe way toward you. To use it, pull the turn signal lever Then release it. When the high beams toward you. are on, a blue lighton the instrument If Your Headlights are Off: panel also will be on.
Features & Controls Dome Light Reading Light(OPTION) Rear Compartment Light(WAGON) To turn on thedome light, move the lever all theway up. In the DOOR position the illuminated entry/exit system is activated.To turn off all interior lights,move the lever to OFF. To Replace theBulb: Grasp the center front and center rear portion of the housing and squeeze firmly but gently. The housing should pop off.
L Windshield 1 CIUU I I W I V I You control the windshield wipers by moving the stalk with thewipersymbol 1 , Damaged wiper blades may 5 prevent you from seeing well on it up or down. enough to drive safely. To avoid For a Single Wiper Cycle: damage, be sure to clear ice and Push the stalk down to MIST until the snow from the wiper blades before wipers start, then let go. The wipers will using them. If they're frozen tothe stop after one cycle.
Features & Controls Windshield Washer Standard Wipers: To spray washer fluid on the windshield, pull the stalk withthe wiper symbol on it toward you one time. When you release the stalk the washers will stop, but the wipers will keep going in low until you move the wiper control to OFF. Intermittent Windshield Wipers: If you have intermittent windshield wipers, after each wash cycleends the wipers will resume the delay speed you were using before.If you had no speed selected, the wipers will stop.
Inside Manual DayINight Rearview Mirror To reduce glare from lights behind you, move the lever toward you to the night position. Convex OutsjdeMirror (OPTION) Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. I Adjust this mirror by hand so that you just see the side of your vehiclewhen you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. If you aren’t used to a convex CAUTioN mirror, you can hit another vehicle.
Features & Controls il Remote Contra/ Mirror Sun Visors The driver side outside mirror should be To block out glare, you can swing down adjusted with the control lever on thethevisors. door so that you just see the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable drivingposition. Visor Vanity Mirrors(opTIoN) Pull down the sun visor and open the cover to expose the vanity mirror.
I 3 Cup Holder Ashtrays and Lighter Rear Ashtray To use the cup holder, slide it out from the dash. Use the right side for larger containers. To open the center console ashtray, lift the lid. To clean the ashtray, pull up on the LIFT tab along the left edge. To use the lighter, just push it in all the way and let go. When it's ready, it will pop back out by itself. To clean the rear console-mounted ashtray, open it, push down on the snuffer and pull it out.
I, Sunroof (omoN) The sunroof includes aglass panel that opens for ventilation andis completely removable, and anair deflector that assures a smooth flowof air. To Open the Sunroof: Pull down on the latch release handle and then push it forward untilthe glass panel locks into place. To Remove the SunroofGlass Panel: 1. With the sunroof open, press up on the glass release tab, located inside the latch release handle. 2. Lift the panel up and out. The air deflector will automatically pop up.
. .. .. . .. 3.Store the glass panel in the special storage bag in the trunk. CAllTlbN 4. If you have the optional fold-down rear seat, you can secure the storage bag containing the glass panel to the trunk anchors using the straps provided. I Don't try to remove the m sunroofpanel while the whicle is moving. Trying to remove the sunroof panelwhile the vehicle is moving could cause an . accident.
Features & Controls 030 Sunroof (CONT.) 2. Push forward onthe rear edge of the glass while lowering the panel. Do not force a hinge if it binds in aslot. Reposition the glass panel and start again. Finally, push the glass release tab, engage the latch with the striker and close the panel. 90 LAU I IUN An improperly installed sunroof panel may fall into or fly off the vehicle. You or others could be injured.
CJ2081 I Roof Luggage Carrier (WAGON, OPTION) If you have the optional luggagecarrier, you can load things on topof your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats attached to the roof, side rails, and tiedowns. Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your Chevrolet. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see theIndex under Loading Your Ehicle.
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The lnstrument PanelYour information System Your instrument panel is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to drive safely and economically. The main componentsof your instrument panel are: 1. Side Vents 2. Instrument Panel Intensity Control 3. Turn SignaVHeadlight Beam Lever 4. Hazard Warning Flashers Switch 5. Instrument Cluster 6. Ignition Switch 7.
Features & Controls STANDARD CLUSTER Instrument Panel Clusters Your Chevrolet is equipped withone of these instrument panelclusters, which include indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages. Besure to read about those that apply tothe instrument panel cluster for your vehicle. = . 94* Speedometer and Odometer Tamper ResistantOdometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
OPTIONAL CLUSTER 52143 If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if it can’t, then it’s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed, Trip Odometer (omoN) Tachometer (oPnoN) The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven sinceyou last set thetrip odometer to zero. To set the trip odometer to zero, press the knob to the right of it.
Features & Controls Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators may be This section describesthe warning lights Gages can indicate when there or is a problem with oneof your and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together tolet you Warning lights and gages can signal that know when there’s a problem with your something is wrong before it becomes vehicle.
Engine Coolant Temperature The gage moves a little when you turn a comer or speed up. The gage doesn’tgo back to E when you turn off the ignition. For your fuel tank capacity, see Service Station Informationon the last pageof this manual. Gage With the ignition in theRun position, this gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointermoves into the red area, your engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated.
Features & Controls Oil Warning Light(3.7~v6 ENGINE) If you have a problem with youroil, this The oil light could also come on in three other situations: light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are When the ignition is on but the engine driving. This indicates that oil is not is not running, the light will come on going through yourengine quickly as a test to show you it is working, but enough to keepit lubricated.
Oil Pressure Gage (opTIoN) The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kpa. Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature, and oil viscosity, but readings above the red warning zone indicatethe normal operating range. A reading in the red zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure.Have your vehicle serviced immediately.
Features & Controls Charging System Light Brake Sysfem Warning Light The charging system light willcome on Your Chevrolet’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part briefly when you turn on the ignition isn’t working, the other part can still and the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. Then it work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working should go out. If it stays on, or comes well.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Shift light (MANUAL TRANSAXLE) Unless the regular brake system warning This light comes on whenyou need to light is also on, you will still have brakes,shift to the next higher gear. Seethe With anti-lock, this light will go on Index under Manual Transale. when you start your engine and it will but not anti-lock brakes.If the regular also on, brake system warning light is stay on for three seconds.
Features & Controls Malfunction IndicatorLamp (Check Engine Lighf) A computer monitorsoperation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating thatyou have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon. . .
Check Gageslight This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your various gagesto see if they are in the warning zones. This light will also come on when the fuel level is low, 1 to 3 gallons (3.8 to 11.4 liters).
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Part 3 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems I n this part you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offeredwith your Chevrolet. Be sureto read aboutthe particular system supplied with your vehicle. Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Rear Window Defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Climate Control System With this system, you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the flow-through ventilation systemdescribed later in this section. Lever Controls: The upper lever changes the functions of your system. The lower lever changesthe temperature of the air coming throughthe system. Slide the upper control lever toOFF to turn off the system. 3f : Sets the fanspeed. To select the force of air you want,'turn the knob.
r Air Conditioning System r Air Conditioning The upper lever hasthree air The air conditioner compressor operates conditioner settings. On very hot days, whenever the AIC button is pressed. It The air conditioner and heater work open the windows long enough to let hot also operates automatically (and the best if you keep your windows closed light will glow) when inthe MAX while using them. Your vehicle also has inside air escape.
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Air Conditioning (CONX:) VENT Use on pleasant days when little heating or cooling is needed, to direct outside air into the vehicle. In this setting, the air flow is through the instrument panel outlets. B/L (Bi-Level): Use on cool, but sunny days. This setting brings inthe outside air, but directs it intwo ways. Air is directed to the upper portion of your body through the instrument panel outlets, and tothe lower portion of your body through the heater ducts.
i; ,' . ... . . - -. . $, Defogging Windows with Air Conditioning System Slide the lower lever to HOT. To defog the front windshield, set the upper lever to DEF and turn the fan control to HI. Rear Window Defogger(omoN) To defog the side windows, set the upper lever to B/L, the fan control to HI, and press the A/C button. Aim the side vents toward the side windows. For increased air flow to the side vents, close the center vents.
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems r ?ear Window Defogger(cow.) Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Flow-Through Ventilation System Your Chevrolet’s flow-through ventilation system lets outside air into the vehicle when it is moving. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running.
IAudio Systems The following pagesdescribe the audio systems available for yourChevrolet, and how to get the best performance from them. Please read about the system in your vehicle. I Setting the Clock IOU. I equip: A Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumesof sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing.
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems BASS: Slide this lever up to increase bass, or down to decrease it. YSEEKk Press to seek and stopon the next station higheror lower on the R L(Balance): The control ring AM/FM Stereo Radio radio band.
To Preset Radio Stations: The four pushbuttonsunder the digital display can be used to preset up to 14 radio stations (sevenAM and seven FM stations.) 1 Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET. The word SET will appear on the digital screen for five seconds, 3. While SET is displayed, press one of the four pushbuttons. Wheneveryou press this buttonagain, the preset station will be tuned in. 4. Repeat steps 1-3 for each of four AM and four FM stations.
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems AM/FM Stereo Radiowith Cassette Tape PIayer (CONT.) TREBLE: Slide this leverup to ikrease treble, or down to decreaseit. If a station is weak or noisy, reduce the treble. BASS: Slide this lever up to increase bass, or down to decreaseit. VSEEKk Press to seek and stop on the next station higheror lower on the radio band.
Up to three additional stations on each band may be preset by “pairing” pushbuttons: 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET, and within five seconds press any two adjacent pushbuttons at the same time. Whenever you press these buttons again, the preset station will be tuned in. AUTO DNR: This unit is equipped with an automatic Dynamic Noise Reduction (DNR) system that reduces background hiss on AM and FM radio broadcasts, as well as on cassette tapes.
AM/FM Stereo Radio with Compact Disc Player RCL (Recall): Press this to change R L (Balance): The controlring between the clock and radio frequency The digital display indicates information behind the upper knob adjusts the on the display. With the ignitionoff, you right/left speaker balance. on time or radio station frequency, the can press RCL to see the clock AM or FM radio band, whether the TUNE: Rotate the lower knob to tune in displayed. station is in stereo, and other radio radio stations.
Radio Controls SEEK: When you press the left sideof this button, the radio automatically tunes to the next lower frequency on the band. When you press the right side, it automatically tunes to the next higher frequency on theband. SCAN: Press to listen fora few seconds to the next station upor down on the AM or FM band. Press again within five seconds to stop scanning,or press the PWR-VOL knob.
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems I AM.FM Stereo Radio with Compact Disc Player (CONT.) RCL (Recall): Press this button once to see which track is playing. Press again If the disc comes backout and/or Err within five seconds to see how long appears on the display: your selection has been playing.The The disc may be upside down. track number also will be displayed The disc may be dirty, scratched or when the volume is changedor a new wet. track starts toplay.
CD Player Anti-Theit Feature When Finished with the Compact Disc Player: If you turn the radio off, or turn off the ignition, the disc will stay in the player and start again when you turn on the ignition or the PWR-VOL button. The disc will begin playing at the point where it had been stopped. ST-PL (Stop-Play): Press to stop the disc player; the radio will play. Press again to play the disc (the player will start playing the disc where it had stopped earlier).
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems CD Player Anti-Theftkature (CONT.) To Disable the Anti-Theft System: Enter your secret code by following these steps (you will have only 15 seconds between each step). 1. Turn the ignition on and the radio off, then press station preset buttons 1 and 4. SEC will appear, showing the radio is secure. 2. Press SET and 000 will appear on the display. 3.Press SCAN until the first digit of your secret code appears. 4.
Understanding Radio Reception F M Stereo AM Stereo FM Stereo will giveyou the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. Your Delco@ systemmay be able to receive C-Quam@stereo broadcasts. Many AM stations around the country use C-Quam@to produce stereo, though some do not. C-Quam@is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems X3074 m Care of Your Cassette Tape Player (CONT.) Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store themin their original cases or other protective Clean your tape player with a wipingcases and away from direct sunlight and action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette, and follgw the directions provided with dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, it.
Part 4 Your Driving and the Road H e r e you’ll find information about driving on different kindsof roads and in varying weather conditions . We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Roadsigns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Drunken Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Your Driving and the Road ;_. SrOP DO NOT ENTER WRONG WAY RR ADVANCE CROSSING NARROW BRIDGE PASSING NO ZONE Color of Road Signs Yellow indicates a general warning. Slow down and be carefbl whenyou see Red means Stop. It may also indicate a yellow sign. It may signal a railroad Road Signs that some movement is not allowed. Examples are Do Not Enter and Wrong crossing ahead, a no passing zone, or The road signs you see everywhere are some other potentially dangerous Way. coded by color and shape.
LOW WORKERS SHOULDER AHEAD AHEAD FLAGGER Orange indicates road construction or maintenance. You’ll want to slow down when you see an orange sign, as part of the road may be closed off or tom up. And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around, too. :I CANOEING Shape of Road Signs A diamond-shaped sign is a warning of The shape of the sign will tellyou something, too. An octagonal (eight-sided) sign means Stop. It is always red with white letters.
Your Driving and the Road 1 L KEEP RIGHT LEFT OR THROUGH muHT TURN ONLY Shape of Road Signs (CONI) Symbols on Road Signs Traffic 1ights Rectangular (square or oblong) signs show speed limits, parking regulations, give directions, and such informationas distances to cities. There are many international road signs in use today. We’re all familiar with traffic lights or stop lights. Often green arrows are being used in the lights for improvedtraffic control.
Mur Own Signals REVERSIBLE LANE ON MULTILANEROADWAY Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no drivingin that lane at that time. A green arrow means you may drive in that lane. Look for the signs posted to warn drivers what hours and days these systemsare in effect. Drivers signal to others, too. It’s not only more polite, it’s safer to let other drivers know what you are doing.
Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about Expect other drivers torun stop signs driving is: Drive defensively. when you are on a through street. Be Please start with a very important safety ready to brake if necessary as you go through intersections. Youmay not have device in your Chevrolet: Buckle up. to use the brake, butif you do, you will (See theIndex under Safety Belts.) be ready.
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway deathtoll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol takes away three things that anyone needs todrive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Police recordsshow that half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol-a driver, a passenger or someone else, suchas a pedestrian, had been drinking.
Your Driving and the Road 3 HOURS I people are impaired at a BAC Drunken Driving(CONI) The law in most U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In Canada the limit is 0.08 percent, and in some other countries it’s lower than that. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to sixdrinks (in one hour). I30 Of course, as we’ve seen, it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks, and how quickly the persondrinks them.
“I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with a higher BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse. That’s especially true for brain, spinal cord and heart injuries.
Your Driving and the Road Braking Braking action involvesperception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 34 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physicalcondition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part.
I “Riding” yourbrakes can cause them to averheat to the point that they won’t work well. You might not be able to stop your vehicle in time to avoid an accident. If you “ride” your brakes, they will get so hot they will require a lot of pedal force to slow you down. Avoid “riding” the brakes. ‘‘Riding” the brakes wears them out much faster. You would neec costly brake replacement much sooner than normal,and it also reduces fuel economy.
Your Driving and the Road Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your Chevrolet has an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent skidding. This light on the instrument panel will go on when you start your vehicle. When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise and you may even notice that your brake pedal moves a little while this is going on. This is the ABS system testing itself.
Disc Brake Wear indicators ou can steer around the obstacle while b~raking hard. As you brake, your lmputer keeps receiving updates on Wthee1 speed and controls braking P’ressure accordingly. I I Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your h t to the brake pedal. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough morn up ahead to stop, even though YOU have a n t i - l ~ ~brakes.
Your Driving and the Road Disc Brake Wear lndicators Rear Drum Brakes Brake Pedal Travel (CONT) Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. Also, therear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing. When you have the front brakes replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, too. Brake linings shouldalways be replaced as complete axle sets.
Brake Adjustment Braking In Emergencies Power Steering Every time you make a moderate brake Use your anti-lock braking system when If you lose power steering assist because stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear. If you need to. With anti-lock, you can the engine stops or the system fails to you rarely make a moderate or heavier steer and brake at the same time. In function, you can steer but it will take stop, then your brakes might not adjust many emergencies, steering can help much more effort.
Your Driving and the Road Steering Tips-Driving on Curves It’s important to takecurves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to thesame laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible forthe vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels.
I I - An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If you Steering in Emergencies are holding the steering wheel at the There are times when steeringcan be recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, more effective than braking. For you can turn it a full 180 degrees very example, you come over a hill and find a quickly without removing either hand.
Your Driving and the Road Off-Road Recovev (CONT.) pull entirely onto the shoulder and stop, then follow the same procedures. But if the right front tire scrubs against the side of the pavement, do not steer more sharply. With too much steering angle, the vehicle may jump back onto the road with so much steering input that it crosses over intothe oncoming traffic before you can bring it back under control.
If you suspect thatthe driver of the vehicle you want to pass isn’t aware of your presence, tap thehorn a couple of times before passing. Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaitingan opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces yourarea of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance.
Your Driving and the Road Loss of Control Skidding Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens whenthe three control systems (brakes,‘steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Driving at Night While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues-such as enough water, ice or packed snow on the road to make a “mirrored surface”-and slow down when you have any doubt.
Your Driving and the Road Night Wsion High Beams If the vehicle approaching you has its No one can see as well at nightas in the shielded from thatglare may adjust high beams on, signal by flicking yours more quickly to darkness back on the daytime. But as we getolder these to high and then back to low beam. This road. But be sure to remove your differences increase.
A Few More Night Driving Suggestions Remember that your headlights light up far less of a roadway when you are in a Keep your windshield and allthe glass turn or curve. on your vehicle clean-inside and out. Glare at night ismade much worse by Keep your eyes moving; thatway, it's dirt on the glass. Eventhe inside of the easier to pick out dimly lighted objects. glass can build up a film causedby dust.
Your Driving and the Road Driving in the Rain(CONT:) walking. Road spray can often be worse for vision than rain, especially if it comes from adirty road. So it is wise to keep your wiping 2quipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled. 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. m m .
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fastenough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. You might not be aware of hydroplaning. You could drive along for some time without realizing yourtires aren’t in constant contact with the road.
Your Driving and the Road Tips on Driving in Fog Everybody then has a betterchance to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead. A patch of dense fog may extend only Driving inFog, Mist and Haze for a few feet (meters) or for miles Fog can occur with high humidity or (kilometers); you can’t really tell while heavy frost. It can be so mild that you you’re in it. You can only treat the can see throughit for several hundred situation with extremecare. feet (meters).
City Driving something between you and moving vehicles-space, trees, telephone poles, a private driveway, anything that removes you from other traffic. zf visibility is near zero and you must stop but are unsure whether you are away from the road, turn your lights on, start your hazard warningflashers, and sound yourhorn at intervals or when you hear approaching traffic. Pass other vehicles in fog only if you can see far enough ahead to pass safely.
Your Driving and the Road Freeway Driving Entering the Freeway Driving on fhe Freeway Mile for mile, freeways(also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they havetheir own special rules. The most importantadvice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow.
Leaving the Freeway If you are moving from an outside to a center lane on a freeway havingmore than two lanes, make sure another vehicle isn’t about to move into the same spot. Look at the vehicles two lanes over and watch for telltale signs:turn signals flashing, an increase in speed, or moving toward the edge of the lane. Be prepared to delay your move. Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night.
Your Driving and the Road Driving a Long Distance Before Leaving ona Long Trip Although most longtrips today are made on freeways, there are still many made on regular highways. Long-distance driving on freeways and regular highways is the same in some ways. The trip has to be planned and the vehicle prepared, you drive at higherthan-city speeds, and there are longer turns behind the wheel. You’ll enjoy your trip more if you and your vehicle are in good shape.
On the Road Highway Hypnosis Unless you are the only driver, it is good to share the driving task with others. Limit turns behind the wheel to about 100 miles (160 km) or two hours at a sitting. Then, either change drivers or stop for some refreshment like coffee, tea or soft drinks and some limbering up. But do stop and move around. Eat lightly along the way. Heavier meals tend to make some people sleepy.
Your Driving and the Road ”- . Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels andalso the brakes, tires, cooling system and transaxle. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills.
Parking on Hills As you go over the top of a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled caror an accident. You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no passing zones, a falling rocks area, or winding roads. Be alert to these andtake appropriate action. Winter driving can present special problems. See the Index under Winter Driving. Parking Downhill Hills and mountains meanspectacular Turn your wheels tothe right.
Your Driving and the Road i. Parking on HiNs (COM:) Parking Uphill If there is a curb, turn your wheels to the left if the curb is at the right side of your vehicle. If you’re going uphill on a one-way street and you’re parkingon the left side, your wheels should point to the right. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill, turn the wheels to the right. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill on the left side of a one-way street, your wheels should be turned to the left.
Torque Lock (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE) Winter Driving If you are parking on a hill and you Here are some tips for winter driving: don’t shift your transaxle into P (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may Have your Chevrolet in good shape for put too much force on the parking pawl winter. Be sure your engine coolant in the transaxle. You may find it difficult mix is correct. to pull the shift lever out of P (Park). Snow tires can help in loose snow, but This is called “torque lock.
Your Driving and the Road Driving onSnow or /ce Most of the time, those placeswhere your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all.
I If You’re 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 summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth to your vehicle toalert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. A Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.
Your Driving and the Road If You're Stuck inDeep Snow lf bu're Caught ina B l i n d (CONT) Run your engine only as longas you must, This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it goa 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 headlights. Let the heater run for a while.
Towing a nailer Your Cavalier is neither designed nor intended to tow a trailer.
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Part 5 Problems on the Road H e r e you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Jumpstarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 6 4 Towing Your Chevrolet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169 Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Problems on the Road -<.' I X600! Jump Starling Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. Move the switch to the right to make your front and rear turn signal lights 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. To turn off the flashers, move the switch to the left.
Batteries can hurt you. They b can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you don’t follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you. - Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’tbeweredby your warranty. Trying to st yourChevrolet by pushing or pulling it could damage your vehicle, even if you have a manual transaxle.
Problems on the Road Jump Starting (CONT:) 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able tostart your Chevrolet, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transaxle inP (Park) or a manual transaxlein N (Neutral). A I 4.
Using a match near abattery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight ifyou need more light. Be sure the batteries have enough water. You don’t need to add water to the Delco Freedom@battery installed in everynew GM vehicle. But if a battery hasfiller caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water totake care of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas couldbe present.
Problems on the Road Jump Starting (conrr.) 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle withthe dead battery. Use a remote positive(+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it tothe positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive(+) terminal if the vehicle hasone. 6. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal.
I Towing Your Chevrolet 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don't touch eachother or any other metal. Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your Chevrolet.
Problems on the Road bwing Your Chevrolet(CONI) To help avoid injury to you or lers: a Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. a Never tow fasterthan safe or posted speeds. * Never tow withdamaged parts not fully secured. * Never get under your vehicle after it has been liftedby the tow truck. * Always use separate safety chains on each side when towing a vehicle. Never use “J” hooks. Use Thooks instead. m m m 170 p-AU I IUN the ignition key off.
Towing from the FrontVehicle Hook-Up Before hooking up to a tow truck, be sure to read all the information in Towing Your Chevrolet earlier in this section. 1. Attach T-hook chains into the slots in the bottom of the floor pan, just behind the front wheels, on both sides. I D m Do not tow with sling-type equipment or fascia damage will occur. Use wheellift or car carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps.
Problems on the Road Towing from the FrontVehicle Hook-Up (CONT.) Towing from the RearVehicle Hook-Up 2. Attach a separate safety chain around Before hooking up to a towtruck, be sure to read all the information in the outboard endof each lower Towing Your Chevrolet earlier in this control arm. section. Also be sure to use the proper hook-up for yourparticular vehicle. All Models: 1. Attach T-hook chainson both sides in the slotted holesin the bottom of the frame rail just ahead of the rear wheels.
2-24 Model: All Models: NOTICE m e n using.w~&l-liftequipment, towing over rough surfices can damage a vehicle. To help avoid this, install a towing dolly beneath the wheels that would otherwise be on the ground during the tow. This will increase clearance between the wheel-lift equipment and the underbody of the towed vehicle. I I 3. Attach a separate safety chain to each side of the axle inboardof the spring.
Problems on the Road 7 Engine Overheating If Steam is Corning from Your Engine You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Chevrclet's instrument panel. If your engine catchesfire because you keep driving withno coolant, yourvehiclecanbebadly : z damaged. The costly repairs w o u f.>*~ , ~ not be covered by your warranty. i <* = = 174 A Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if youjust open thehood. Stay away from the engineif you see or hear steam coming from it.
If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. If you have an air conditioner, turn it off. 2. Turn on your heaterto full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. 3.Try to keep your engine under load (in a drive gear where the engine runs slower). If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about ten minutes. If the warning doesn’tcome back on, you can drive normally.
Problems on the Road Engine Overheating(CONT.) The coolant level should be at or above FULL COLD. If it isn't, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pumpor somewhere else in the cooling system. II L Engine damage from runningyour engine without coolant isn't covered by your warranty. I . . I76 Cooling System-3.
The coolant level should be ator above FULL COLD. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses,radiator,water pump or ’ somewhere else in the cooling system. , Heater and radiator hoses, and -b other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engineif there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, andyou could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle.
Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONT.) How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank (or the Coolant Surge Tank): If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above FULL COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank (or coolant surge tank). If you have the coolant surge tank, besure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool beforeyou do it.
A You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn ifthe engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank (or coolant surge tank) is at or above FULL COLD, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there's one more thing you can try if you have a 2.2L L4 engine.
Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONE) 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, How to Add Coolant to the 2.2L LA butnowpushdown as you turn it. EngineattheRadiator: . 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. Turn the pressurecap slowly to the left until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for thatto stop.
4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to FULL COLD. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and letit run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add moreof the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the baseof the filler neck.
Problems on the Road Engine Overheating (CONT) 8. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, How to Add Coolant to the3.lL V6 but now push down as you turn it. Engine at the Coolant Surge Tank: Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
3.Fill the coolant surge tank withthe proper mix, up to FULL COLD. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and letit run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches FULL COLD. 5. Then replace the pressure cap.
Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire Zf 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 ifyou should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what todo: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pullsthe vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly.
1 I I Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change yourtire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in P (Park). 3. Shift a manual transaxle to 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 4. Turn off the engine. The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and changea tire. The eqclipment you’ll need is in the trunk or rear area.
Problems on the R Changing a Flat Tire (CONT:) . 1 Pull the carpeting from the floor of the trunk or rear area. 2. Turn the center retainer nuton the compact spare tire housing counterclockwise to remove it, then lift the tire cover. You will find the jacking instructions label on the underside of the tire cover. ... Ia6 3. If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire housing lid hook, pull the front of the lid up and hook it to the rear upper edgeof the trunk. 4.
6. Remove the band around the jack. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack head a few inches. For 2-24 Models: On 2-24 models, a cover plate must be removed to find the wheel nuts. Remove the cover plate using the flat end of a wheel wrench. 7. Using the wheel wrench, remove the plastic cap nuts and loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove the wheel nuts yet.
Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire (CONT.) 8. Position the jack under the vehicle. Raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notchin the vehicle’s frame nearest the flattire. Do not raise the vehicle yet. Put the compact spare tire near you. I Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicie slipsoff the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported onlyby a jack.
Ll X5076 11. Remove any rust or dirt from the Rust or dirt on the wheel, or wheel bolts, mounting surfacesor on the parts to which it is spare wheel. fastened, can make the wheel nuts 12. Place the spare on the wheel become loose after a time. The wheel mounting surface. could come off and cause an accident. When you change a CAUTION wheel, remove any rustor dirt from the places where the wheelattaches Never use oil or grease on to the vehicle. In an emergency, studs or nuts.
Problems on the Road Changing a Flat Tire (CONT) 14. Lower the vehicle by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence, as shown. I Incorrect wheel nutsor 1 L improperlytightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose andeven come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheelnuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get the right kind.
Compact Spare Tire Don’t try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It won’t fit. Store the wheel cover and plasticcap nuts in the trunk or rear area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced. 16. Store the flat tire in the compact spare tire compartment, and secure with the wing bolt and extension. Store the jack and wheel wrench in their compartment, also. Although the compact spare was fully inflated when your vehicle wasnew, it can lose air after a time.
Problems on the Road lf You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, lce or Snow Compact Spare Tire(CONT.) compact ;$ What you don't want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels. your vehicle and destroy thechains""'" The method known as "rocking" can too. Don't use tire chains on your help 'you get out when you're stuck, but compact spare. you must use caution. Tire spare. chains won't hetm=! fit Using your Don't use your compact spare on some other vehicle.
If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode and you or others could be injured. And, the transaxle or other parts of the vehicle can overheat.That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage. When you’re stuck, spin the wheels as little as possible. Don’t spin the wheels above 35 mph (56 h / h ) as shown on the speedometer. - Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicleas well as the tires.
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Part 6 Service & Appearance Care i ..... \ ' ......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....................... . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . .. .. I -- &5 ~ H e r e you wit1 find information about the care of your Chevrolet. This part begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check importantfluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle. and a section devoted to its . appearance care Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service & Appearance Care Service Doing Your Own Service Work Your Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM partshave one of these marks. If you want todo some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper Chevrolet Service Manual.
Fuel If you try to do your own servic work without knowing enough abot it, your vehicle could bedamaged. Use regular unleaded gasoline ratedat 87 octane or higher. It should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the U.S. and CGSB 3.5-92 in Canada. These fuels should have the proper additives, so you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In the U.S. and Canada, it’s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline (unleaded). You’ll see “UNLEADED” right on the pump.
Service & Appearance Care Gasolines for CleanerAir Fuel (CONTI What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen, suchas MTBE or alcohol? MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether? Fuel that is no more than 15% MTBE is fine for your vehicle. Ethanol is ethyl or grain alcohol. Properly-blended fuel that isno more than 10%ethanol is fine for your vehicle. Methanol is methyl or wood alcohol. I98 Fuel that is more than 5 % methanol is bad for your vehicle. Don’t use it.
X Fuels in Foreign Countries In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines. These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions. General Motors recommends thatyou use reformulated gasoline. By doing so, you can help clean the air, especially in those parts of the country thathave high ozone levels. You should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain detergents and oxygenates, and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions.
Service & Appearance Care F Filling Your lank I I 4Knu l”’” Gasoline vaporis highly flammable. It bums violently, and that cancause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re ar gasoline or refueling your hicle. Keep sparks, flames, and loking materials away from ,,soline. rhile refueling, hangthe cap inside the le1 door. - The cap is behind a hingeddoor on the right side of your vehicle. To take off the cap, turnit slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
Checking Things Under the Hood The following sections tell you how to check fluids, lubricants and important parts underhood. Hood Release To open the hood, first pull theHOOD handle inside the vehicle. Then go to the front of the vehicleand release the secondary hood release.
Service & Appearance Care Hood Release (CONI) Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. 1 I I Things that burn can get on L hot engine parts andstart a me. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer andother fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn ontoa hot engine.
2.21 L4 Engine (CODE 4) d 56053 When you open the hood, you’ll see: 1. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (if equipped) 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 6. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7. Battery 8 . Air Cleaner 9. Engine Oil Dipstick IO. Engine Oil Fill Cap 1 1.
Service & Appearance Care ' 3.11 V6 Engine (CODE T) 1 When you open the hood, you'll see: 1. Coolant Surge Tank 2. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 3.Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick (if equipped) 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir 5. Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir (if equipped) 6. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir 7. Battery 8. Air Cleaner 9. Engine Oil FillCap 10.
Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil level every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, theoil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. Turn off the engine and give the oila few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. 2.2L L4: Checking Engine Oil To Check Engine Oil: Pull out the dipstick and cleanit with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way.
Service & Appearance Care Engine Oil (CONT.) When to Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains whatkind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see the Index under Capacities & SpeciBcations. 2.2L L4: Adding Engine Oil Look for Three Things: SG “SG” must be on the oil container, either by itself or combined with other quality designations, such as “SG/CC,” “SG/CD,” “SF, SG, CC,” etc.
Engine Oil Additives SAE 5W-30 Don't add anything to your oil. Your As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE Chevrolet dealer is ready to advise if 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. you think something should be added. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it's going to be0"F (-18"C)or above. These numbers onan oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils suchas SAE 1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50. Energy Conserving II Oils with these wordson the container will help you save fuel.
Service & Appearance Care When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: Engine Block Heater An engine block heater can be a big Most trips are less than4 miles (6 km). help if you have to parkoutside in very It’s below freezing outside and most cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder. If your vehicle has thisoption, see the trips are less than 10 miles (16 km). index under Engine Block Heater.
Air Cleaner Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you change your ownoil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever disposeof oil by pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help.
Service & Appearance Care 1 1 1 2.2L L4: Air Filter Replacement 3.1L V6 (Except 2-24): Air Filter 3.1L V6 (2-24): Air Filter To check or replace the filter, remove the two wing nuts and lift the cover. Replacement To check or replace the filter, remove the three wing nuts and lift the cover. Replacement To check or replace the filter, unclip the three clips andremove the cover.
Automaric Transaxle Fluid When to Check and Change: A good timeto check your automatic transaxle fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule todetermine when to change your fluid. See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Services. How to Check: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Chevrolet dealership Service Department.
Service & Appearance Care Automatic Transaxle Fluid (CONT.) To Check the Fluid Level: Park your vehicle on a level place. Place the shift lever in P (Park) with the parking brake applied. With your footon the brake pedal, move the shift lever through eachgear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in P (Park). 2.2L L4: Checking Automatic Transaxle Fluid Then, Without ShuttingOff the Engine, Follow These Steps: 1.
Manual Transaxle Fluid How to Add Fluid: Refer to the 2.2L L4: Adding Automatic Maintenance Scheduleto determine Transaxle Fluid what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See the Index under Fluids & Lubricants. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on thedipstick. It doesn't take much fluid, generally less than a pint (0.5 L). Don't overfill.
Service & Appearance Care Manual Transax/e Fluid(CONT.) How to Check: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at a Chevrolet dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, besure to follow all the instructions here,or you could get a false reading onthe dipstick. Too much or too little fluid can damage your transaxle.Too much can mean that someof the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts, startinga fire.
Hydraulic Clutch 2. Push it back in all the way and remove it. 3. Check both sidesof the dipstick and read the lower level. The fluid level must be betweenthe ADD and FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may appear at the bottom of the dipstick even when the fluid levelis several pints low.) 4. If the fluid level is where it should be, push the dipstick back in all the way. How to Add Fluid: Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of fluid to use.
Service rance Care Hydraulic Clutch(CONTJ Engine Coolant How to Check: The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see the Index under Engine Overheating. The proper coolant for your Chevrolet will: Give freezing protection down to -34"F (-37"C). Give boiling protection up to 262°F (128" C). Protect against rust andcorrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights workas they should.
Adding Coolant-2,21 L4 Engine Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mix will. Your vehicle's coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mix. With plain water or the wrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn't get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50150 mix of clean water anda proper antifreeze.
Service & Appearance Care Adding Co01ant-2~2L L4 Engine (CONT.) 1I Adding C00lant-3~IL V6 Engine I A Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap-even a little-when the engine and radiator are hot. II You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
Radiator Pressure Cap , .. ',!:Your radiator cap is a 15 psi g.., ''.' (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent . '..~. coolant loss and possible engine ::'. damage from overheating.Be sure .;the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator .. Y;filler neck. I.,, ,:; ... . . _/,.__ F+ Thermostat Power SteeringFluid Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system.
Service & Appearance Care Power Steering Fluid(CONT.) Windshield Washer Fluid What to Add: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See the Index under Fluids & Lubricants. To Add: Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the bottle is full. When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-tol15ewasher fluid. Water can use the solution to freeze and .
Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system.
Service & Appearance Care Replacing BrakeSystem parfs Brake Master Cylinder(CONT.) When your brake fluid fallsto a low level, your brake warning light will come on. See the Index under Brake System Warning Light. What to Add: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid-such as Delco Supreme ll@(GM Part No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. I 122 ’ A DOT-5 silicone brake fluid can damage your vehicle. Don’t use it. Don’t let someone put inthe wrong kind of fluid.
genuine GM replacement parts. If you don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly. For example,if someone puts in brake linings thatare wrong for your vehicle, the balance between yourfront and rear brakes can change, for the worse. The braking performance you’ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts. Battery Vehicle Storage Every new Chevrolet has a Delco Freedom@battery. You never have to add water to one of these.
Service & Appearance Care 1 Headlight Halogen Bulbs Bulb Replacement For the type of bulb, see the Index under 1. Turn the lock ring clockwise until the Replacement Bulbs. flanges align with the slots inthe ~1 Halogen bulbs have pressurizedgas inside andcan bLl3t if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Take special care when handling and disposingof halogen bulbs. housing. Then pull the ring back from the housing.
Taillight Bulb Replacement 2. Pull out the bulb assembly. 3.Disconnect the bulb base fromthe socket by lifting the plastic locking tab. 4. Snap a new bulb into the socket. 5. Replace the bulb assembly by reversing steps 1-3. For the typeof bulb, see theI d e x under 2-Door Models: Replacement Bulbs. 1. Pull the carpet back from the comer and remove the plastic wing nuts.
Service & Appearance Care Tai//ightBulb Replacement (CONr) 3. Press the bulb housing release lever and turn the housing turn counterclockwise to remove it. 4. To remove the bulb, push in and rotate it counterclockwise. 5. Reverse all steps to reassemble the taillight housing. D D D 226 Wagon: 3.Pull back gently on the taillight 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two Torx@ screws. housing. 4. Press the bulb housing tab, rotate the housing counterclockwisef/6 turn and remove it.
5. To remove the bulb, pushthe bulb in, and rotate it counterclockwise. 6. Reverse all steps to reassemble the taillight housing. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Loading %ur Vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry. The Replacement bladescome in different types and are removed in different ways.
Service & Appearance Care Loading Your Vehicle (CONI:) the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWRfor your vehicle, or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 132 lbs. (60 kg) in your trunk or rear area. 128 Do not load your vehicle any the GVWR or the maximum front and rearGAWRs.
1-- - Things you= strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in thetrunk or rear area of your vehicle. In a trunk, put them as h r forward as you can. Try to spread the weight evenly. If you have fold-down rear seats, you’ll find four anchors on the back wall of your trunk. You can use these anchors to tiedown lighter loads. They’re not strong enough for heavy things, however, so put them as fbr forward as you can in the trunk or rear area.
Service & Appearance Care lnflation-lire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires, when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at leastthree hours or driven no more than a mile. 230 Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not.
Tire hspection and Rotation To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotatedat the mileages recommendedin the Maintenance Schedule. See the Index under Scheduled Maintenance Services. Use this rotation pattern. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. Seethe Index under Wheel Nut Torque.
Service & Appearance Care Unijiorpn Tire Quality Grading Buying New Tires To find out what kind and sizeof tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number.
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half(1%) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Service & Appearance Care Temperature-A, 8, C ~ N T J Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Those grades are molded on the sidewalls of passenger car tires.
Used Replacement Wheels A Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others .could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. z . -.
Service & Appearance Care Tire Chains Appearance Care A vehicle, I Cleaning products canbe hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flameif you strike a match or get them on a hot partof the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything in a container to clean yourChevrolet, be sure to follow the instructions. And always open yourdoors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Cleaning the Insideof Your Chevrolel Use a vacuum cleaner often to get ridof dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl with a clean, damp cloth. Your Chevrolet dealer has twoGM cleaners-a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you canbefore they set. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often.
Service & Appearance Care Using &am-Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area toremove any loose dirt. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material. Don’t rub it roughly. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove the suds.
Fabric Protection Special CleaningProblems Your Chevrolet has upholstery that has been treated with ScotchgardTM Fabric Protector, a 3M product. Scotchgard” protects fabrics by repelling oil and water, which are thecarriers of most stains. Even with thisprotection, you still need to clean your upholstery often to keep it looking new. Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1-800-433-3296 (in Minnesota, 1-800-642-6167).
Service & Appearance Care Cleaning Vinyl Just use warm water anda clean cloth. Rub with aclean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stainif you don’t get them off quickly. Use aclean cloth and solvent-type vinyl/leather cleaner. .. 240 Cleaning the Top of the instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrument panel.
Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don’t use abrasive cleaners onglass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleanersare used on the inside of the rear window, anelectric defogger element may be damaged. Any temporary license should not be attached across the defoggergrid.
Service & Appearance Care Cleaning the Outsideof Your Chevrolet (CONT) Textured-Surface Bumper Covers Finish Careof Textured-Surface (VL and RS MODELS) Bumper Covers Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarmor cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle inthe direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strongsoaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (non-detergent) soaps.
Finish Care Aluminum Wheels White Sidewall Tires Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Chevrolet may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer. (Seethe Index under Appearance Care.) Your Chevrolet has a “basecoatl clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth andgloss to the colored basecoat, Your aluminum wheels have a protectivt coating similar to the painted surface of your Chevrolet.
Service & Appearance Care D D D Weatherstrips Sheet Metal Damage breign Material These are places where glass or metal meets rubber. Silicone grease there will make them last longer, seal better, and not squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anticorrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection.
Finish Damage Underbody Maintenance Any stone chips, fracturesor deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealeror other service outlets. Larger areasof finish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s body and paint shop.
Service & Appearance Care Vehicle ldentification Number Engine ldentification Service Parts Identification Label WIN) The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code for your GM engine. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications, and replacement parts in this section. You’ll find this label on your spare tire cover or on the inside of your trunk lid. It’s very helpfbl if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: Your VIN. Its model designation. Paint information.
X5027 Add-on Electricai Equipment Don’t add anything electrical to your Chevrolet unlessyou check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some of it can just keother things,from - .. working as tt, . . should. 1 Fuses & Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers. and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself.
Service & Appearance Care Fuse Rating Circuitry (AMP.
Headlight Wiring Windsheld Wipers The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the fuseblock. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlight system checked right away. To access the headlight circuit breaker, squeeze the plastic clip together and remove. The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker anda fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc.
Service & Appearance Care Capacities & Specifications EngineCrankcase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.0 quarts When changing Jilter, up to I quart (I liter) more oil may be needed. Automatic Transaxle PanRemovalandReplacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.0 quarts AfterCompleteOverhaul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.9 quarts When draining or replacing torque converter,more fluid may be needed.
Refrigerant, Air Conditioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See refrigerant charge label under hood. Not all airconditioning refrigerants are the same. I f the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the properrefrigerant is used. I f you 're not sure,ask your Chmrolet dealer. FuelTank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.2 gallons 57.5 L Power Steering Pump Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service & Appearance Care Fluids & Lubricants ITEM Antifreeze Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (Ethylene Coolant Mixtures Base) Glycol ChassisLubricant ................. (Grease Gun Insert) Delco Supreme ll@Brake Fluid . . . . . . APPLICATION Year-Round Antifreeze for GM PART NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1052753 GeneralChassisLube,etc. . . . . . . . . . . 1052497 1 gal. 14 02. (3.8 L) (397 g) Brake System and Clutch Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . .16 . 1052535 oz. (0.
Replacement Bulbs OUTSIDE LIGHTS BULB Back-UpLights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1156 Front Parking/Turn Signal Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2357NA Center High Mount Stoplight Inside (Carpet Covered) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1141 Inside (Pedestal Mount) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1156 Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service & Appearance Care Replacement Bulbs (CONT.) BULB INSIDE LIGHTS Dome Light 562 Wagon Rear Compartment and Base ..................... Dome/Reading Lights 168 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Heater & A/C Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 High-BeamIndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Specifications 2.2L3.1L L4 V6 4 T VINEngineCode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L4 V6 Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1 Liters 2.2 Liters Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.80:1 8.85:1 Compression Ratio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3-4-2 1-2-3-4-5-6 Firing Order. . . . . . . . . . .
Service & Appearance Care Normal Maintenance ReplacementParts Air Cleaner Element 2.2L L4 . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1L V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine Oil Filter 2.2L L4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1L V6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PCV Valve 2.2L L4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1LV6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spark Plugs 2.2L L4 .
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I IMPORTANT Part KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED 7 Maintenance Schedule Section T h i s part coversthe maintenance required for your Chevrolet.Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Pian I Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Chevrolet dealer for details. Introduction A Word About Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Schedule Introduction A Word About Maintenance Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your We at General Motors want to helpyou keep your vehicle in vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how environment. All recommended maintenance proceduresare you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a important. Improper vehicle maintenance or the removalof few times a week.
How This Part is Organized The remainder of this part is divided into five sections: Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services shows what to have done and how often. Someof these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs. Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured.
Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using bur Maintenance Schedules Selecting the Right Schedule First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is This section tells you the maintenance services you should right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide which schedule have done and when you should schedule them. Your to follow: Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it.
Schedule I Schedule I1 Is any one of these true for your vehicle? Most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). Most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km) when outside temperatures are below freezing. The engine is at low speed most of the time (asin door-todoor delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). You operate your vehiclein dusty areas. If any one (or more) of these is true for your driving, follow Schedule I. Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the above conditions is true.
Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Schedule I Follow Schedule I if your vehicleis MAINLY driven under oneor more of the following conditions: When most trips are less than 4 miles (6 km). I When most trips are less than 10 miles ITEM (16 km) and outside temperatures NO. remain below freezing. When most trips include extended idling and/or frequent low-speed operation, as in stop-and-go traffic. When operating in dusty ,areas.
The services shown in this schedule up to 48,OOO miles (80 OOO km)are to be performed after 48,OOO miles at the same intervals.
Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) Schedule I/ Follow Schedule II ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply. WHEN TO PERFORM TO BE SERVICED Miles (kilometers) or Months (whichever occursfirst). See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services following Schedules I and II. I 2 I I 4 I EngineAccessoryDriveBeltInspection* 16/ *An Emission Control Service. ~2The US.
r The services shown in this scheduleup to 45,000 miles (75 OOO km) are to be performed after45,000 miles at the same intervals. IMILES (000) . 1 7.5 1 15 I 25 30 22.5 I 37.5 I 45 KILOMETERS (000) 12.5 I 37.5 I 50 0 I I I I I I I I 62.
Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations of the services listedin Schedule I and Schedule II. The proper fluids and lubricants to useare listed in Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses ITEM NO. SERVICE 1 2 Engine Oil and Filter Change-Always use SG Energy Conserving11oils of proper viscosity.
ITEM NO. SERVICE 4 5 6 Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection*Inspect the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and proper tension. Replace as needed. Cooling System Service*-Drain, flush and refill the system withnew or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 1825M. Keep coolant at the proper mixtureas specified. See the Index under Coolant. This provides proper freeze protection, corrosion inhibitor level and engine operating temperature.
Maintenance Schedule Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (Cont.) ITEM NO. SERVICE 10 Air Cleaner Filter Replacement*-Replace every 30,000 miles (50 OOO km) or more often under dusty conditions. Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals for your driving conditions. ITEM NO. SERVICE 11 FuelTank, Cap and Lines Inspection**Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines (including fuel rails and injection assembly) for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for an evenfiller neck imprint or any damage.
Section B: Owner Checks & Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified tohelp ensure the safety, dependability and emissioncontrol performance of your vehicle. At Each Fuel Fill (It CHECK OR SERVICE Engine Oil Level Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Section D.
Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks & Services (Cont.) At Least Twice a Year I CHECK OR SERVICE I Hydraulic Clutch WHAT TO DO Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See the Index under Hydraulic Clutch. A fluid loss in this system could indicate aproblem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once.
CHECK OR SERVICE Interlock-BTSI (Automatic Transaxle WHAT TO DO When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. I 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on h level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see the I d a under Parking Brake if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediatelyif the vehicle begins to move. 3.
Maintenance Schedule Section B: Owner Checks & Services (Cont.) At Least Once a Year (CONT:) CHECK OR SERVICE WHAT TO DO ~~ Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle P (Park)MechanismWhen Check you are doingthis check, yourvehiclecouldbegin to move. You or others couldbe sure there is room in front of your vehicle -gular brake at onc - Thould the vehicle begin to A injuredandpropertycouldbedamaged.Make in case it begins to roll.
Section C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Maintenance Schedule Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants NOTE:Fluids and lubricants identified belowby name, part number or specification may be obtained from yourGM dealer. USAGE FWID/WBRICANT Engine Oil GM Goodwrench MotorOil or equivalent for API service SG Energy ConservingII oils of the proper viscosity. The “SG” designation may be shown alone or in combination with others, such as “SG/CC,” “SG/CD,” or “SF, SG, CC,” etc.
I USAGE Key Lock Cylinders FUIID/LUBRICANT Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. l2345l20), synthetic SAE SW-30 engine oil or silicone lubricant (GM Part No. 1052276 or 1052277). Manual Transaxle Shift Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB or GM Part Linkage No. 1052497 or equivalent. Automatic Transaxle Shift Linkage ClutchLinkagePivotEngine Points Chassis Lubrication WindshieldWasherGM Solvent Engine oil. oil.
Maintenance Schedule Section D: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants (Conr.) USAGE FWID/LUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring a. Engine oil. Anchor b. Release Pawl b. Chassis lubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB or GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent. Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant (GM Part No. 1050109). Hood and Door Hinges, Fuel Door Hinge, Rear Compartment Lid Hinges, Wagon Tailgatt Hinge, Rear Folding Seat Weatherstrips Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No.
Section E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed theservice in the columns indicated. When completing the Maintenance Performed column, insert the numbers from the Schedule DATE ODOMETER I SERVICED BY READING I or Schedule I1 maintenance charts which correspond to the maintenance performed. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Maintenance Schedule Section E: Maintenance Record DATE 280 ODOMETER READING (Cont.
Part 8 Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282 Customer Assistance for theHearing or Speech Impaired. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 H e r e you will find out how to BBB MediatiodArbitration Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284 contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This part also tells you Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Assistance Information STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with For prompt assistance, please havethe following information availableto give a member of dealership management. the Customer Assistance Representative: Complaints can often be quickly resolved at that level.
We encourage you to call the toll-free When contacting Chevrolet, please number listed previously in order to remember that your concern will likely give your inquiry prompt attention. be resolved in the dealership, using the However, if you wish to write dealership’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you Chevrolet, write to: follow Step One first if you have a United States concern. Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O.
Customer Assistance Information GM Parficipation In Better Business Bureau MediationArbitmtion Program* Our experience has shown that the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this part has been very successful in achieving customer satisfaction. However, ifyou have not been substantially satisfied, Chevrolet wants you tobe aware of GM’s voluntary participationin a no-charge mediatiodarbitration program called BBB AUTO LINE.
decision is rendered '(or 47 days if you did not first contact your dealeror Chevrolet) . We encourage you to use this program before or instead of resorting to the courts. We believe it offers advantages over courts inmost jurisdictions because it is fast, free of charge, and informal (lawyers are not usually present, although you may retain one at your expense if you choose).
Customer Assistance Information Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and ifit finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
24-Hour Roadside Assistance Number Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program To enhance Chevrolet's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1993 Chevrolet/Geo, your membership in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year,by calling 1-800-CHEV USA (1-800-243-8872).
Customer Assistance Information 4 Service Publicatz'ons Information on how to obtain Product Service Publications and Indexesas described below is applicable only in the fifty U.S.states (and the District of Columbia) and only forcars and light trucks with GVWR less than 10,000 pounds (4 536 kg).
Individual PSP’S If you don’t wantto buy all the PSP’s issued by Chevrolet for allcar or truck models in the model year, you can buy individual PSP’s, such as those which may pertain to aparticular model. To do this, you will first need to see our index of PSP’s. It provides a varietyof information. Here’s what you’ll find in the index and how you can get one: What bu’ll Find in the Index A list of all PSPs published by Chevrolet in a model year(1989 or later).
Customer Assistance Information Chevrolet Service Publications How You Can Get an Index(CONT.) Cut out the ordering form, fill out, it and mail it in. We will then see to it that an index is mailed to you.There is no charge for indexes for the 1989-1993 model years. Toll-F’ree Telephone Number If you want an additional orderingform for an index, just call toll-free andwe’ll be happy to sendyou one. Automated recording equipment will take your name and mailing address. The number to call is 1-800-551-4123.
1993 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of pur vehicle can be purchasedby filling out the Service Publications Order Form in this book and mailino it with wur check, money orderor credit card information toHelm, Incorporated (addresslisted below).
I NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and Check or Money alsothename of theperson to whoseattentiontheshipmentshould be sent.Orderpayableto For purchases outside U.S.A. please writeto the above address for quotation. Helm, Inc. (USA 0 TOTAL MATERIAL ~ funds only - do not send cash.) (ATTENTION) TOTAL i ~purchasers h i ~ add 4% sales tax Handling Charge ~ I $3.50 , Canadian Postage/ Handlina U S . Funds) 0 0 VISA $6.
Index Adding Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . .222. 252 Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . .247 Engine Coolant . . . . . . .217. 250. 252 Engine Oil . . . . . . . . ..206. 250. 252 Hydraulic Clutch Fluid . . . . .2l5. 252 Power Steering Fluid . .220. 251. 252 Transaxle Fluid Autornatic . . . . . . . . .213.250. 252 Manual . . . . . . . . . . .2l5. 250. 252 Windshield WasherFluid . . . . . . .220 Air Cleaner Filter . . . . . . . . . .209. 256 Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities & Specifications . . . . . .250 Carbon Monoxide in Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..70. 71.159 Cassette Tape Player (see Audio Systems) Center Console Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . .87 Center Passenger Position . . . . . . . . .32 Chains. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192. 236 Changing a Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . .184 Charging System Warning Light. . . -100 “Check Engine” Light . . . . . . . . . . . 102 “Check Gages” Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Checking Brake Fluid. . . . . . . .
Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . -80 Dead Battery: What to Do ........ 164 Defects. Safety (see Safety Defects) Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128 Defogger. Rear Window . . . . . . . . . .109 Defogging Your Windows . . . . .106. 109 Defrosting .................... 108 Dome Light .................... 82 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Downshifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65. W4 Driver Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Driving .......................
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Flat Tire ...................... 184 Flooded Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 Fluid Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..221. 252 Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250 Hydraulic Clutch . . . . . . . . . .2l5. 252 Power Steering . . . . . . .219.251. 252 Transaxle Automatic . . . . . . . ..211.250. 252 Manual . . . . . . . . . . .2l3. 250. 252 Windshield Washer. . . . . . . .220. 252 Fluids & Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification Number. Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56. 246 Idling Your Engine . . . . . . . . . . ..68. 71 If You're Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow . . . . . . . . 192 Ignition Key ......................... 48 Key Release Button . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Positions ..................... 55 Illuminated Entry System. . . . . . . . . .50 Indicator Lights (seeWarning Lights) Infant Restraint (see Child Restraints) Inflation. Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230 Inside Rearview Mirror . . .
Index Manual Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Owner Checks & Services . . . . . . . .271 Radiator Overheating Manual Remote Control . . . . . . . . . 86 Owner’s Manual. How to Use . . . . . . . 6 (see Overheated Engine) Mountain Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Radiator Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . 219 Radio (seeAudio Systems) E i n t Spotting. Chemical . . . . . . . . .245 Reading Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 N e w Vehicle Break-In Park. Shifting Into . . . . . . . .
Rocking Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Stuck. If You Are . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Roof Luggage Carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Rotation. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 SAdults afety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....................... 17 22 Automatic Lap-Shoulder Belt. . . . .23 Care ....................... 240 Center Passenger Position . . . . . . .32 Checking .................... 45 Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33. 43 Child Restraints . .
Index Steering In Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 Steering Wheel. Tilt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Stereo Sound Systems (see Audio Systems) Storing Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .223 Stuck. IfYou Are . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192 Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Sun Visors ..................... 86 Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Damage Warnings . . . . . . . . .7 Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Anti-Lock Brake System. . . . . . . .101 Vehicle Identification Number Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .lo0 (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56. 246 Brake ...................... 100 Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . .91. 227 Charging System..............lo0 Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Check Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Station Information wmusme\a wasner Iswu See Page 220 Battery / The Delco Freedom@ battery needs no water. See Page 223 Transaxle Fluid / Automatic: See Page 211 Manual: See Page 213 See Tire-Loading Information label on the driver’s door. See Page 230 e Tirt .
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