2004 Chevrolet Aveo Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1 Front Seats ............................................... 1-2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1-6 Safety Belts ............................................. 1-10 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-28 Air Bag Systems ...................................... 1-50 Restraint System Check ............................ 1-58 Features and Controls ...........................
Canadian Owners You can obtain a French language copy of this manual from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, and the CHEVROLET Emblem are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. The name AVEO is a trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let this happen.” {CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will find these notices: Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage or indicator. Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle.
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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ......................................................1-2 Manual Seats ................................................1-2 Driver Seat Height Adjuster ..............................1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ........................................1-3 Head Restraints .............................................1-5 Rear Seats .......................................................1-6 Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback) .....................
Front Seats Pull up and hold the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it. Manual Seats {CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle 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. 1-2 Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar.
Driver Seat Height Adjuster Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the height of the driver’s seat cushion, turn the knob located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Turn the knob forward to raise the height of the seat cushion and rearward to lower it. To adjust the seatback, pull up the lever located on the outboard side of the seat and move the seatback to where you want it. Release the lever and push rearward on the seatback to make sure it is locked.
{CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1-4 The lap belt can’t do its job either.
Head Restraints Push in the release button and press down on the head restraint in order to adjust the position downward. Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chances of a neck injury in a crash. Pull up the head restraint in order to adjust the position upward. To remove the head restraint, pull the head restraint all the way up. Then push in the release button and lift the head restraint from the guide sleeve.
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback) 3. Fold the rear seatback forward and down. 4. Move the safety belts and safety belt buckles out of the space between the seatback and the seatback cushion. Folding the Seatback The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space. To fold down the seatback, do the following: 1. If your vehicle has adjustable head restraints, push the head restraints down all the way. 5.
{CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. {CAUTION: 7. Clip the hook to the head restraint of the front seat to keep the rear seat secure. 8. Store the rear safety belts and buckles in the storage area under the floor mat. A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash.
To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: 1. Remove the safety belts and buckles from the storage area. 2. Unclip the hook from the head restraint of the front seat. 3. Push the rear seat cushion downward to its original position until it latches securely. Rear Seat Operation (Sedan) Folding the Seatback The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space. To fold down the seatback, do the following: 4. Lift up the seatback and push it to its original position.
{CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: 1. Lift up the seatback and push it to its original position. Ensure that the safety belts are not twisted or caught under the seatback. 2. Push down firmly on the top of the seatback until it latches securely in the fully upright position.
Safety Belts {CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. {CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.
In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away.
Put someone on it. 1-12 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel...
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be – whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident – even one that isn’t your fault – you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h).
4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Q: What’s wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: 1-18 The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Q: What’s wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Q: What’s wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. A: 1-20 The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
Q: What’s wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Right Front Passenger Position Lap-Shoulder Belt To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly see, Driver Position on page 1-15. The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.
2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Be sure you are using the correct buckle and that the latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
{CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Center Rear Passenger Position Your vehicle has a removable safety belt in the center rear seating position. To install the center rear safety belt, use the following instructions. 1. Pull the center rear safety belt from the retractor. 2. Push the latch plate at the end of the safety belt strap into the buckle with the black release button until the mechanism clicks. Make sure the strap is not twisted. The sliding latch plate will face the front of the vehicle.
3. Insert the upper part of the safety belt into the safety belt guide. Make sure the safety belt is not twisted. Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger. They help the safety belts reduce a person’s forward movement in a moderate to severe crash in which the front of the vehicle hits something. Pretensioners work only once.
Child Restraints Older Children Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash.
Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? A: If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle. If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle.
CAUTION: (Continued) this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Infants and Young Children {CAUTION: Never do this.
CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. {CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much — until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it.
Q: What are the different types of add-on child {CAUTION: restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
{CAUTION: {CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant’s body, the back and shoulders. Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints.
Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. 1-34 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner. For many years, add-on child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child also has to be secured within the restraint.
Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat.
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored. Others require the top strap always to be anchored. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.
In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to an anchor point specified in Top Strap Anchor Location on page 1-40. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed.
Top Strap Anchor Location You will find the anchors on your sedan behind the rear seat on the filler panel. Top strap anchors are already installed in your vehicle for the rear seating positions. You will find the anchors on your hatchback in the rear cargo area. Do not use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position because there is no place to anchor the top strap.
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will find anchors (A) for the rear outside seating positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A, B) and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints. Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap (C).
A B To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has either label A or B on the seatback. In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system.
{CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual.
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. See Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-41. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach and tighten the LATCH attachments on the child restraint to the LATCH anchorages in the vehicle.
3. Buckle the belt. Be sure the latch plate clicks when you put it into the buckle. This means you are using the correct buckle. Also, make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor.
Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here is why: {CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint.
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-48 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has air bags – a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag for the driver. If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the driver it will say AIR BAG on the air bag covering on the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.
CAUTION: (Continued) And, for some unrestrained occupants, frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past. The side impact air bag for the driver is designed to inflate only in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the driver’s side of your vehicle. It isn’t designed to inflate in frontal, in rollover or in rear crashes.
{CAUTION: Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in your vehicle.
Where Are the Air Bags? The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
{CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering. Don’t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag.
When Should an Air Bag Inflate? The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 14 mph (14.5 to 23 km/h).
How Does an Air Bag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
• Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an {CAUTION: When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door.
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11.
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash {CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
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Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............................................................2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System .........................2-4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...........2-5 Doors and Locks .............................................2-7 Door Locks ....................................................2-7 Central Door Unlocking System ........................2-8 Door Ajar Reminder ........................................2-8 Rear Door Security Locks ..................
Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
One key is used for the ignition, the door and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the key tag and gives it to the first owner. The tag has a code on it that tells your dealer how to make extra keys. For vehicle security, keep the key tag in a safe place and also record the key number somewhere other than inside of the vehicle. If you lose your key, you will be able to have a new one made easily using the tag.
Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation The following functions are available if your vehicle has the remote keyless entry system: K (Unlock): Press this button to unlock all of the doors. The hazard lamps will flash twice to indicate that unlocking has occurred and that the theft-deterrent system is deactivated. You can lock and unlock your doors from about 20 ft (6 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter. The LED on the transmitter will flash when the buttons on the transmitter are pressed.
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the LED fails to illuminate or if the transmitter will not work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it is probably time to change the battery. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry.
Doors and Locks CAUTION: Door Locks (Continued) • Young children who get into unlocked {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will not open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive.
All doors, except for the driver’s door, can be locked from the outside by pushing down the manual door lock and then closing the door. The driver’s door lock can not be pushed in while the door is open. Upon leaving the vehicle, the driver’s door can only by locked from the outside by using the key or the optional remote keyless entry transmitter. Central Door Unlocking System The central door unlocking system is activated from the driver’s door.
Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks on each rear door that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors on your vehicle from the inside. Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Then open the door from the outside. If you do not cancel the security lock feature, adults or older children who ride in the rear will not be able to open the rear door from the inside.
Lockout Protection If your vehicle has remote keyless entry, you have lockout protection. This feature stops the driver’s door lock from locking when the driver’s door is open. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle, take your keys. All of the doors, except for the driver’s door, can be locked from the outside by pushing down the door lock and then closing the door. The driver’s door can only be locked from the outside by using the key or the optional remote keyless entry transmitter.
Remote Trunk Release Open the trunk on your sedan from inside your vehicle by pulling up the release lever located to the left side of the driver’s seat. Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Using the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk may damage it. Use the emergency trunk release handle only to help you open the trunk lid. When closing the trunk, close from the center to ensure it fully latches.
Liftgate (Hatchback) {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the liftgate: • Make sure all other windows are shut.
Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Window Lockout Manual Windows On a vehicle with manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window. The driver’s power window controls also include a lockout button. The rear windows do not open fully. Power Windows If your vehicle has power windows, the switches are located on the armrest on the driver’s door. In addition, each passenger door has a switch for its own window. Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from using their window switches.
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. 3. Lock the doors by pressing the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. • The LED on the transmitter will flash once. • All of the doors will lock. • The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the horn will chirp. Theft-Deterrent System • The theft-deterrent mode will arm.
To avoid activating the alarm by accident, do one of the following: • Unlock the driver’s or passenger’s front door using the key. • Press the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. How the System Alarm is Activated Unlocking a door any other way will activate the alarm when a door or the trunk or liftgate is opened.
Immobilizer Immobilizer Operation This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Your vehicle may have a passive theft-deterrent system. The immobilizer system prevents your vehicle from being started by unauthorized persons. 1. this device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does not start and the security light continues flashing, the key may have a damaged transponder. Turn the ignition off and try again. Starting and Operating Your Vehicle If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another key. At this time, you may also want to check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-85. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service.
Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key to four different positions. Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can not turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if so, is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of these works, then your vehicle needs service.
Starting Your Engine Automatic Transaxle Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not start in any other position — that is a safety feature. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Shifting into PARK (P) with the vehicle moving could damage the transaxle. Shift into PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. Manual Transaxle The shift lever should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine.
Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only) Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. In very cold weather 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of the coolant heater is not required. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2.
Automatic Transaxle Operation PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels. It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily. {CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, the shift lever is located on the console between the seats.
Ensure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transaxle shift lock control system. You have to apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P) while holding the brake pedal down, see Shifting Out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 2-30. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4): This position is for normal driving. Notice: Driving your vehicle if you notice that it is moving slowly or not shifting gears as you increase speed may damage the transaxle. Have your vehicle serviced right away. You can drive in SECOND (2) when you are driving less than 35 mph (55 km/h) and AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4) for higher speeds until then. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills.
Hold Mode If your vehicle’s transaxle has hold mode, you can select this mode to drive with some characteristics of a manual transaxle. With hold mode turned on, the automatic transaxle will stay in a specific gear range. While on, the HOLD indicator light on the secondary information center will light up. See Hold Mode Light on page 3-28. When hold mode is activated, the transaxle is fixed in the gear selected.
Manual Transaxle Operation Five-Speed This is your shift pattern. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you are going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you have come to a complete stop and it is hard to shift into FIRST (1), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST (1). SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2).
NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal, lift up the ring on the shift lever and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transaxle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.
Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-20. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can press the release button. Hold the release button in as you move the brake lever all the way down.
Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running {CAUTION: {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow.
Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transaxle. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) on page 2-29.
4. Insert the key into the shift-lock release slot and press and hold the key. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) Before leaving your vehicle, do the following: 1. Hold the brake pedal down and firmly apply the parking brake. 2. Fully press in the clutch pedal and place the shift lever into the appropriate position as stated below: • When parking on level ground, place the shift lever into NEUTRAL. • When parking downhill, place the shift lever in REVERSE (R). 5. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 6.
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust {CAUTION: {CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-32 Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. • Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. {CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-32. Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage.
Mirrors Outside Manual Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror The outside rearview mirrors should be adjusted so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Grip the mirror in the center to move it up or down and side to side. The day/night adjustment allows you to adjust the mirror to avoid glare from any headlamps behind you.
Outside Power Mirror Outside Convex Mirror Your vehicle may have an outside power mirror control that adjusts the passenger’s side mirror. Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. The control for the power mirror is located on the driver’s door panel, above the power window buttons. {CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle upward. Close the glove box with a firm push. Cupholder(s) The cupholders are located in the center instrument panel, below the climate control system. To use the cupholder, push in on its outer edge. Then pull out the cupholder. After use, push in the cupholder until it latches. There is also a cupholder located in the rear part of the center console, behind the parking brake.
Sunglasses Storage Compartment Sunroof If your vehicle has this feature, the switch is located on the headliner between the sun visors. If your vehicle has this feature, the sunglasses storage compartment is located above the driver’s door. To open the sunglasses storage compartment, pull down and hold the upper part of the cover. To close the compartment, let go of the cover and the compartment will automatically close. The sunroof will only operate when the ignition is turned to ON.
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Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...............................3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................3-3 Other Warning Devices ...................................3-4 Horn .............................................................3-4 Tilt Wheel .....................................................3-4 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .........................3-5 Windshield Wiper Lever ...................................3-6 Exterior Lamps .........................
Instrument Panel Overview 3-2
The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-15. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-18. C. Digital Clock and Secondary Information Center. See Clock on page 3-25 and Secondary Information Center (SIC) on page 3-24. D. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-3. E. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See “Instrument Panel Brightness” under Interior Lamps on page 3-10. F.
The hazard warning flasher button is located on the center of the instrument panel. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key is not in. Tilt Wheel Your vehicle has a tilt wheel which allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle. The tilt wheel lever is located underneath the steering column slightly to the left.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Windshield Wiper Lever To change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever away from you. Windshield Wipers When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on if the ignition is turned to ON. To change the headlamps from high beam to low beam, pull the turn signal lever toward you.
INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to this position to choose a delayed wiping cycle. OFF: Move the lever to this position to turn off the windshield wipers. Misting Function Move the lever toward the INT position for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the windshield wipers start; then let go. The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band toward INT longer. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely.
Exterior Lamps ; (Parking Lamps): Turn the band to this position to turn on the parking lamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. OFF: Turn the band to this position to turn all lamps off, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Lamps On Reminder If you open the driver’s door with the ignition turned to LOCK or ACC while leaving the lamps on, you will hear a warning chime.
An indicator light on the secondary information center will come on when the DRL system is on. See Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light on page 3-33. When the DRL system is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, parking lamps and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated unless you have turned the exterior lamps control to the parking lamp or headlamp position. The DRL system will turn off when one of the following conditions are met: • • • • • The ignition is off. The parking brake is on.
Interior Lamps Dome Lamp Instrument Panel Brightness Your vehicle will have one of the following dome lamp switches. This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column. Turn the thumbwheel to the right to brighten the lights or to the left to dim them. You will have this version if your vehicle does not have a sunroof.
The switches have three positions. ON: The light comes on and stays on regardless of whether a door is open or closed. O (Door): The light comes on when a door is opened. The light turns off when all the doors are shut. Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls The ashtray is located at the lower part of the center instrument panel. To remove the front ashtray for cleaning, open the ashtray fully, press in the retaining tab and pull the bin out. Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Notice: If you put papers or other flammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage your vehicle.
To change the current mode, select one of the following from the right knob: If your vehicle has an air intake lever (base model), move the lever to choose the recirculation mode. E (Vent): Using the recirculation mode for extended periods may cause your windows to fog. If this happens, select the defrost mode. This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets.
1. Select the vent mode. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting. 2. Select the highest fan speed. Select one of these available modes from the right knob. 3. Press the A/C button. É (Defog): For quick cool down on hot days, do the following: 4. Select the recirculation mode. 5. Select the coolest temperature. Using these settings together for long periods of time may cause the air inside of your vehicle to become too dry.
Rear Window and Outside Mirror Defogger Outlet Adjustment Your vehicle may have a rear window and outside mirror defogger. This feature will only work when the ignition is turned to ON. The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from the rear window. Before using this feature, clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. < (Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window and outside mirror defogger on or off.
Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle may have a passenger compartment air filter. It is located behind the glove box and can be accessed after removing the glove box from its housing. The filter traps most of the pollen from air entering the module. Like your engine’s air cleaner/filter, it may need to be changed periodically. To change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: 3. Remove the filter cover by pressing in on the bottom retaining tab and pulling the cover down. 4.
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fast you are going, how much fuel you are using, and many other things you will need to drive safely and economically. Your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster includes indicator warning lights and gages that are explained on the following pages.
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles, used in the United States, or kilometers, used in Canada. The tachometer displays your engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Trip Odometer The trip odometer can record the number of miles, used in the United States, or kilometers, used in Canada, traveled for up to two trips.
Safety Belt Reminder Tone If your vehicle has this feature, a tone will sound for several seconds when the ignition is turned to ON to remind people to fasten their safety belts. The tone will not sound if the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well.
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-29. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage {CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident.
Highbeam On Light Fuel Gage This light comes on whenever the high-beam headlamps are on. See “Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5 for additional information. United States Canada Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is turned to ON. When the tank nears empty, the low fuel warning light will come on. You still have a little fuel left, but you should get more soon.
Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: • At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. Low Fuel Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. • It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank.
Secondary Information Center (SIC) The secondary information center (SIC) displays some of the warning lights and indicators. The SIC is located in the center of the instrument panel, above the center air outlets. The digital clock is also located on the center of the SIC. See Instrument Panel Overview on page 3-2 for further information on location.
Clock Your vehicle has a digital clock. The clock is located in the secondary instrument cluster on the center of the instrument panel, above the center air outlets. When the ignition is turned to ACC or ON, the time is displayed in the digital clock. There are two adjusting buttons for the digital clock: H (Hour): To go forward one hour, press the H button once. To go forward more than one hour, press and hold the button until the correct hour is reached.
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the secondary information center (SIC), which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see Air Bag Systems on page 1-50.
Charging System Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, and the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light If your vehicle has an anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when the ignition is turned to ON and may stay on for several seconds. That is normal. Then it should go out when the engine is started.
Hold Mode Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp If your vehicle has this feature, this light will come on when the hold mode is active. If the HOLD mode light flashes, have your vehicle checked. See “Hold Mode” under Automatic Transaxle Operation on page 2-22 for additional information on this feature. 3-28 Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems.
Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty.
If the Light Is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: You also may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: • Reducing vehicle speed. • Avoiding hard accelerations. • Avoiding steep uphill grades. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle.
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on.
Oil Pressure Light If you have a low engine oil pressure problem, this light will stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that your engine is not receiving enough oil. The engine could be low on oil, or could have some other oil problem. Have it fixed immediately. The oil light could also come on in three other situations: • When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to show you it is working.
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light This light will come on when the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) are on. A flashing DRL light indicates a possible burned out headlamp, or that the vehicle may need service to repair a defective DRL relay. See “Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)” under Exterior Lamps on page 3-8 for further information on the DRL system. Door Ajar Light When the ignition is on, this light will stay on until all doors are closed and completely latched.
Audio System(s) AM-FM Radio Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio – be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly.
t u (Scan): Press this knob until SCAN flashes on the display, then press either the up or the down arrow buttons to determine the direction for the radio to scan the stations. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press either arrow button again to stop scanning. Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal. Press this button until TRE appears on the display.
Radio with CD The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal. Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM/FM to select FM1, FM2, or AM. 3. Tune in the desired station. Playing the Radio ON/OFF: Press this knob to turn the system on and off.
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) SOUND (Bass/Treble): Press this button until BAS appears on the display. Then turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the bass. The display will show the bass level. When finished making your selection, press this button to select the bass level. SOUND (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this button until BAL appears on the display.
Playing a CD Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. You can insert a CD with the ignition off. Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD. When the CD is inserted, CDP will appear on the display. As the CD is loading Filecheck will appear on the display. As each new track starts to play, Track and the track number will appear on the display.
TRACK (Previous/Next Track): Turn this knob one notch to go to the start of the current track or to go to the next track. The track number will appear on the display. The player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD with each turn of the knob. TUN (Forward/Reverse): Push and hold this knob to fast forward or to reverse through the current track. AM/FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening.
Root Directory Order of Play The root directory will be treated as a folder. If the root directory has compressed audio files, the directory will be displayed as F1 ROOT. All files contained directly under the root directory will be accessed prior to any root directory folders. However, playlists (Px) will always be accessed before root folders or files.
File System and Naming Playing an MP3 The song name that will be displayed will be the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio will display the file name without the extension (such as.mp3) as the track name. With the ignition on, insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in, Loading, then Filecheck, then MP3 will appear on the display. The CD should begin playing. You can insert a CD with the ignition off.
Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. CD Messages Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD. CHECK CD: If this message appears on the display and the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. All of the CD functions work the same while playing an MP3, except for those listed here. See “Playing a CD” earlier for more information.
Theft-Deterrent Feature The theft-deterrent system is designed to discourage theft of your radio. When the radio and vehicle are turned off, your radio has a blinking red light to indicate that the theft-deterrent system is activated. The theft-deterrent system also activates when the audio system has been disconnected from the battery. When this occurs, the AF code and security code will have to be entered in order to operate your radio.
Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a CD is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling CDs. Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..........4-2 Defensive Driving ...........................................4-2 Drunken Driving .............................................4-3 Control of a Vehicle ........................................4-6 Braking .........................................................4-6 Steering ......................................................4-10 Off-Road Recovery .......................................4-12 Passing ......................
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-10. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes.
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: • • • • Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness. Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving.
According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of liquors like whiskey, gin or vodka. It is the amount of alcohol that counts.
But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision.
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That is reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts − heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here is what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down.
Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you.
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here is why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves.
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking — if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can not; there is not room. That is the time for evasive action — steering around the problem.
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. • When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and do not get too close.
Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you can not see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. • Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. • In remote areas, watch for animals. • If you are tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who does not lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean — inside and out.
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It is wise to keep your windshield wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid.
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 are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Hydroplaning does not happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road.
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. • Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You will save time and energy. See Freeway Driving on page 4-20. • Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it.
Freeway Driving At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are.
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. {CAUTION: • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash.
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your trunk. Also see Tires on page 5-51. 4-24 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. What is 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.
Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. If You Are Caught in a Blizzard • Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice.
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 to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow. • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.
Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat.
Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transaxle back and forth, you can destroy your transaxle. See “Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out.” For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see Tire Chains on page 5-66. Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels.
Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: • What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations. • How far will you tow? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. • Do you have the proper towing equipment? See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations.
Dolly Towing Your vehicle can be towed using a dolly. To tow your vehicle using a dolly, follow these steps: 1. Put the front wheels on a dolly. 2. Turn the ignition to ACC. 3. Put the vehicle in NEUTRAL. 4. Set the parking brake and then remove the key. 5. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position. 6. Release the parking brake. Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground could cause transaxle damage.
Loading Your Vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight or maximum load amount and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label.
The Tire and Loading Information label shows your vehicle’s seating capacity, the total weight it can properly carry and the original equipment tire size and the recommended cold tire inflation pressure for those tires. For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5-51 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-59. If your vehicle was purchased in the United States, the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 1, is attached to the driver’s side, center pillar, below the door latch.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 1, locate the Vehicle Capacity Weight ”. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 2, locate the “Maximum Load” amount. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3.
Example 2 Example 3 Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Loading Your Vehicle Total Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight or Maximum Load for Example 2 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) A Vehicle Capacity Weight or Maximum Load for Example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = 750 lbs (340 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) C Available Cargo Weight = 250 lbs (113 kg) C Available Cargo Weight = 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer
Certification Label Canada United States 4-36 The Certification label, found either on the center pillar, near the Tire and Loading Information label or on the end of the driver’s door, tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. Never exceed the GVWR for 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. Do not carry more than 110 lbs (50 kg) in your trunk. {CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Notice: Overloading your vehicle may cause damage.
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Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............................................................5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work .........................5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ......................................................5-4 Fuel ................................................................5-5 Gasoline Octane ............................................5-5 Gasoline Specifications ....................................5-5 California Fuel ....................
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tires ..............................................................5-51 Inflation - Tire Pressure .................................5-59 Tire Inspection and Rotation ...........................5-60 When It Is Time for New Tires .......................5-61 Buying New Tires .........................................5-62 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..........................5-63 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ..................5-64 Wheel Replacement ...................
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-58.
Fuel Gasoline Specifications Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by automobile manufacturers around the world and contained in the World-Wide Fuel Charter which is available from the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers at www.autoalliance.org.
California Fuel Additives If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts. That damage would not be covered under your warranty. Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT.
Filling Your Tank {CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle — this is against the law in some places.
{CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of your vehicle. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-28. {CAUTION: If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant.
Checking Things Under the Hood {CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle inside the vehicle. It is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. {CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire.
2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push the secondary hood release lever up. The secondary hood release lever is located under the front center of the hood. 5-12 3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop from its retainer located on the underside of the hood.
Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the inner fender and return the prop to its retainer. Lower the hood 12 inches (30 cm) above the vehicle and release it to latch fully. Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary. 4. Place the hood prop into the slot on the inner fender.
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you will see the following: Automatic shown, Manual similar 5-14
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20. B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-15. C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-15. D. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on page 5-36. E. Automatic Transaxle Dipstick. See Automatic Transaxle Fluid on page 5-21. F. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on page 5-28. G. Engine Compartment Fuse Block.
See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through. What Kind of Engine Oil to Use When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the lower hole at the tip of the dipstick (B), then you will need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use.
• SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not available, you may use SAE 10W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. Engine Oil Additives GM Goodwrench® oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle.
Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner. If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months — whichever occurs first. If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. Change oil and filter every 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months — whichever occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the engine air cleaner/filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the engine air cleaner/filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid {CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires. If it is6 not there and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Do not drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off. Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire.
Hydraulic Clutch How to Check and Add Fluid There is one reservoir for both the brake and the hydraulic clutch fluid. See Brakes on page 5-36 for more information. The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self-adjusting. The master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic fluid. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 5-25. A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and proper coolant will: • • • • • Give freezing protection down to −22°F (−30°C). Give boiling protection up to 268°F (131°C) Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should.
Checking Coolant {CAUTION: Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap — even a little — when the engine and radiator are hot. The engine coolant surge tank is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the driver’s side. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on location. 5-24 The vehicle must be on a level surface.
Adding Coolant Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap If the level falls below the MIN (B) mark, add the proper coolant mixtureat the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. If the surge tank is empty, a special fill procedure is necessary. See Cooling System on page 5-28 for instructions on “How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank.” Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured.
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine {CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: • Climb a long hill on a hot day. • Stop after high-speed driving. • Idle for long periods in traffic. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes.
Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is what you will see: {CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. Make sure that the air conditioning is turned off. A.
{CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. The coolant level should be between the MIN (B) and MAX (A) marks on the coolant surge tank when the engine is cool.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause your engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If you have not found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank.
{CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and a proper coolant.
{CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about two or two and one-half turns.
4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower than the MAX (A) mark, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the MAX (A) mark. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the MAX (A) mark on the coolant surge tank.
Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. The power steering fluid reservoir is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for reservoir location. It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Brakes Brake Fluid Your vehicle has one reservoir for both the brake and clutch hydraulic systems. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir 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.
Brake Wear {CAUTION: Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake fluid. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications. Your rear drum brakes do not have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected immediately. Also, the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing.
Battery Vehicle Storage Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new battery, get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for battery location. If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down.
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely. {CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They 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 do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you.
3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or in the accessory power outlet. Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio! 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (−) terminal locations on each vehicle. Your vehicle’s positive (+) terminal is located under a red tethered cap on the battery.
{CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.
8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (−) cable does not go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (−) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery. 9.
Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal. To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2.
Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beam may be necessary if it is difficult to see lane markers (for horizontal aim), or if oncoming drivers flash their high beams at you (for vertical aim). If you believe your headlamps need to be re-aimed, we recommend that you take your vehicle to the dealer for service.
Headlamps Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the five screws and the radiator grille. 3. Remove the three bolts and the headlamp assembly. 4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb. 1. Open the hood. 2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb. 3. Remove the headlamp cap. 4. Release the spring that retains the bulb. 5. Remove the old bulb. 6. Install the new bulb. 7. Install the bulb retaining spring. 8.
6. Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the lamp housing. 7. Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb socket. Turn Signal Lamps (Side) 1. Remove the side turn signal lamp assembly by pulling it forward. 2. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise. 8. Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in and turning it clockwise. 9. Install the socket into the lamp housing by turning it clockwise. 10. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to install the assembly.
Fog Lamps Sidemarker Lamps (Front) 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the radiator grille and the headlamp assembly. See Steps 2 through 3 under Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps on page 5-46. 3. Turn the front sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise. 1. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the front fog lamp bulb. 2. Turn the front fog lamp bulb counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Install the new bulb. 4. Connect the wiring harness connector to the front fog lamp bulb. 5-48 4.
Sidemarker Lamps (Rear) 1. Reach into the inside of the rear bumper and locate the rear sidemarker bulb socket. 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise. Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps 3. Pull the socket out of the rear bumper. 4. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket. 5. Install the new bulb by pressing it straight into the socket. 6. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to install the socket. 1. Open the trunk or liftgate. 2. Remove the two screws and the lamp assembly. 3.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Here is how to remove the Shepherd’s Hook type: Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” under Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-19 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Press the retaining clip (A) and pull the wiper blade off the arm. 3.
Tires CAUTION: Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual. • Underinflated tires pose the same danger • {CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples below show a typical passenger car tire and a compact spare tire sidewall.
(A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (E) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resistance. For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5-63.
(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has lost air and gone flat. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-75 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5-66. (B) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread.
Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger car tire size. (B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. (C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is “70,” as shown in item “C” of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 70% as high as it is wide.
Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height to its width.
Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. There are 6.9 kPa’s to one psi. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire.
Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars,” that show across the tread of a tire when only 2/32 inch of tread remains. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-61. Tread Width: The width of the tire’s tread.
Inflation - Tire Pressure When to Check The tire and loading information label, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-32, for the location of your vehicle’s tire and loading information label. Check your tires once a month or more. Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not.
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5-61 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-64 for more information. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-91. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. Make sure the replacements are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. {CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle. {CAUTION: 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 your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured.
Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops.
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. {CAUTION: CAUTION: (Continued) To be even more certain the vehicle won’t move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle. Changing a tire can be dangerous.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 1. Lift the trim cover. The compact spare tire and tools you will need are located in the cargo area. A. Jack B. Wheel Wrench 5-68 C. Jack Handle D. Screwdriver 2. Remove the foam tray from the cargo area. Remove the jack, the jack handle and the wheel wrench from the foam tray. The jack is stored in the front center area of the foam tray.
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has wheel covers, use the jack handle to begin loosening the wheel covers. Using the flat end of the jack handle or the screwdriver, pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off. 3. Turn the retainer on the compact spare tire counterclockwise and remove the retainer. 4. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-75 for more information. 2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts.
{CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. {CAUTION: Hatchback shown, Sedan similar 3. Near each wheel is a notch in the frame which the jack head fits in. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. Put the compact spare tire near you.
5. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well. 6. Remove all of the wheel nuts by turning them counterclockwise. 7. Remove the flat tire. 4. Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle.
8. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. {CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 9. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index for the wheel nut torque specification. Do not try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare tire. It will not fit.
Storing the Flat Tire and Tools Storing the Spare Tire and Tools {CAUTION: {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone.
Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 50 mph (80 km/h), so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire repaired or replaced where you want.
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you are cleaning the inside.
Here are some cleaning tips: • Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. • Clean up stains as soon as you can — before they set. • Carefully scrape off any excess stain. • Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. • If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set. Using Cleaner on Fabric 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 2.
Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. • Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. • Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you do not get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner. See your dealer for this product. Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry.
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. {CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months.
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-82. Your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish.
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Sheet Metal Damage Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Underbody Maintenance Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with plain water.
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Usage Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and Swirl Remover Polish other light surface contamination. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects finish. Cleans, shines and Foaming Tire Shine protects in one easy step, Low Gloss no wiping necessary. Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and Wash Wax Concentrate lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free.
Service Parts Identification Label Headlamp Wiring You will find this label inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses, one for each headlamp, in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel Fuse Block 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. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. There are spare fuses provided in the engine compartment fuse block.
Fuses CIGAR JACK HORN Usage Cigar Jack Horn AUDIO, CLOCK Audio, Clock STOP LAMP Stop Lamp T/SIG Turn Signal METER, HAZARD Instrument Panel Cluster, Hazard Flasher METER, CLOCK Instrument Panel Cluster, Clock DOOR LOCK, RKE BACK UP LAMP Back Up Lamp ECM, TCM Engine Control Module, Transmission Control Module ECM, TCM Engine Control Module, Transmission Control Module WIPER, WASHER 5-86 Door Lock, Remote Keyless Entry Wiper, Washer
Fuses Usage DIS, INJECTOR Direct Ignition System, Injector ABS, ENG FUSE Antilock Brake System, Engine Fuse AIRBAG Air Bag HVAC BLOWER HVAC Blower BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used BLANK Not Used CLOCK, AUDIO Clock, Audio Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, near the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on location.
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Fuses H/L HI RH BLANK H/L HI LH BLANK Usage Head Lamp High Right Side Fuses HORN Usage Horn Not Used HEAD LAMP Headlamp Head Lamp High Left Side FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Not Used A/C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor Head Lamp Low Right Side FRT FOG Front Fog Lamp ILL RH Parking Lamp Right Side, Illumination Circuit BLOWER Blower H/L LOW LH Head Lamp Low Left Side H/L LOW RH ILL LH Parking Lamp Left Side, License Plate Lamp ABS Antilock Brake System IP F/BOX Instrument Panel Fuse Box
Relays BLANK Usage Not Used RAD FAN LOW Radiator Fan Low Relay RELAY HEAD LAMP HIGH RELAY Head Lamp High Relay HEAD LAMP LOW RELAY Head Lamp Low Relay PWR WINDOW Power Window Relay RELAY FOG LAMP RELAY Fog Lamp Relay MAIN RELAY/FAN CONTROL RELAY Main Relay/Fan Control Relay 5-90 Relays FUEL PUMP RELAY A/C COMP RELAY Usage Fuel Pump Relay Air Conditioning Relay (OPTION) MAIN RELAY Main Relay (Option) RAD FAN HI RELAY Radiator Fan High Relay ILLUMINATION Illumination Relay RELAY BLANK Not Us
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-26 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric 1.48 lbs 0.67 kg Brake/Clutch Fluid 0.51 quarts 0.48 L Cooling System 7.4 quarts 7.0 L Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Engine Oil with Filter 3.96 quarts 3.75 L Fuel Tank 11.9 gallons 45.0 L 6.2 quarts 5.87 L 1.9 quarts 1.
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Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ......................................6-2 Introduction ...................................................6-2 Maintenance Requirements ..............................6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................6-2 How This Section is Organized .........................6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...........6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ....................6-4 Selecting the Right Schedule ...........................
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty.
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your GM dealer’s service department do these jobs. Your GM dealer has GM-trained and supported service people that will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries.
Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Intervals First you will need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide which schedule to follow: Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: • Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km).
Long Trip/Highway Definition Long Trip/Highway Intervals Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions. Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation.
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-19 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-24.
15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. ❑ Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change.
❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect drive belts. Inspect timing belt. Drain, flush and refill cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect EVAP canister, vapor lines and solenoid valve filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Inspect PCV system. An Emission Control Service.
45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. ❑ Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change.
❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect drive belts. ❑ Replace timing belt. ❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect EVAP canister, vapor lines and solenoid valve filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.
75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. ❑ Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change.
❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Inspect drive belts. ❑ Inspect timing belt. ❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect EVAP canister, vapor lines and solenoid valve filter. An Emission Control Service.
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-19 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-24. Footnotes † The U.S.
22,500 Miles (37 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-60 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter.
45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. ❑ Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Rotate tires.
❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect EVAP canister, vapor lines and solenoid valve filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Inspect PCV system. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change brake/clutch fluid (or every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 for more information. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced.
At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assemblies, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, hood and body door hinges, rear compartment and any folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-28 if necessary. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move. 3.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With {CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication.
Fuel System Inspection Throttle System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-15.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubricant Manual (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, Transaxle Shift in Canada 88901242) or lubricant Linkage meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Usage Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Fluid/Lubricant Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-29
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date 6-30 Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information Customer Assistance and Information ...............7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......................7-2 Online Owner Center ......................................7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...............................................7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ............................7-4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ..................................................
Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days.
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Offices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S.
Overseas – Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V. Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma # 2740 Col. Lomas de Bezares C.P. 11910, Mexico, D.F.
Roadside Assistance Program • Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. (The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure.) Security While You Travel 1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872) As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program.
While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service, it is added security while traveling for you and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call away. Chevrolet Roadside Assistance: 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-234-8872), text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438. Chevrolet reserves the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in Chevrolet’s judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence.
Transportation Options Courtesy Rental Vehicle Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following: Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair.
Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer.
To read this information, special equipment is needed and access to the vehicle or the SDM is required. GM will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than • with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, • in response to an official request of police or similar government office, • as part of GM’s defense of litigation through the discovery process, or • as required by law.
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Service Publications Ordering Information If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited.
Owner’s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.
A Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-11 Adding Washer Fluid ....................................... 5-35 Additional Program Information ........................... 7-9 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-84 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ...... 3-35, 3-37 Air Bag Readiness Light .......................................... 3-26 Air Bag Systems ...........................................
B C Backglass Antenna ......................................... 3-44 Battery .......................................................... 5-39 Battery Replacement ......................................... 2-6 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ......................... 4-21 Body Lubrication Service .................................. 6-21 Brake Parking ...................................................... 2-28 System Inspection ....................................... 6-25 System Warning Light ...................
Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................... Infants and Young Children ........................... Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) .......................... Older Children ............................................. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ................................... Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ..................................................
Customer Assistance Information (cont.) Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government .............................. 7-11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ......................... 7-10 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-6 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-11 D Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) .......................... 3-8 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light ............. 3-33 Defensive Driving .............................................
Engine (cont.) Coolant ...................................................... 5-23 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-21 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-21 Cooling System Inspection ............................ 6-25 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-14 Exhaust ..................................................... 2-32 Oil ............................................................. 5-15 Overheating ........................................
G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-21 Fuel .......................................................... 3-22 Speedometer .............................................. 3-19 Tachometer ................................................. 3-19 Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5-5 Specifications ............................................... 5-5 Glove Box .....................................................
I J If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine .......... 5-27 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ............... 5-26 If the Light Is Flashing ..................................... 3-30 If the Light Is On Steady ................................. 3-30 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard ......................... 4-26 If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ....... 4-28 Ignition Positions ............................................. 2-19 Ignition Transaxle Lock Check ..........................
Light Air Bag Readiness ....................................... 3-26 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ................... 3-27 Brake System Warning ................................. 3-20 Charging Systems ....................................... 3-27 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator .................. 3-33 Door Ajar ................................................... 3-33 Fog Lamp .................................................. 3-32 Highbeam On .............................................
Malfunction Indicator Light ................................ 3-28 Manual Seats ................................................... 1-2 Manual Transaxle ............................................ 2-20 Fluid .......................................................... 5-21 Operation ................................................... 2-26 Manual Transaxle Check .................................. 6-20 Manual Windows ............................................
Parking Brake and Automatic Transaxle Park (P) Mechanism Check ........................... 6-23 Parking Your Vehicle ....................................... 2-31 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ............ 6-4 Part B - Owner Checks and Services ................ 6-19 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections .......... 6-24 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .................................................. 6-26 Part E - Maintenance Record ...........................
Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government .................................. 7-11 General Motors ........................................... 7-11 United States Government ............................ 7-10 Restraint System Check ................................... 6-20 Checking Your Restraint Systems ................... 1-58 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ..................................................... 1-59 Restraint Systems Checking ..................................................
Service Bulletins ............................................. 7-11 Service Manuals ............................................. 7-11 Setting Preset Stations ............................ 3-35, 3-36 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) .................. 3-35, 3-37 Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-81 Shift Speeds .................................................. 2-27 Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-29 Shifting Out of Park (P) .........................
Tires (cont.) If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-66 Inflation - Tire Pressure ................................ 5-59 Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-60 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-63 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-64 Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-64 When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... 5-61 Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle ...............
W Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-17 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-3 Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-4 Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv Washing Your Vehicle ...................................... 5-79 Weatherstrip Lubrication ................................... 6-20 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ........................
