2008 Chevrolet Aveo Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1 Front Seats ............................................... 1-2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1-7 Safety Belts ............................................. 1-14 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-32 Airbag System ......................................... 1-56 Restraint System Check ............................ 1-72 Features and Controls ..........................
Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer/retailer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the name AVEO are registered trademarks 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.
Index A good place to quickly locate information about the vehicle is the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. A box with the word CAUTION is used to tell about things that could hurt you or others if you were to ignore the warning. We tell you what the hazard is and what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols You will also find notices in this manual. The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage, or indicator. Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice tells about something that can damage the vehicle.
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ......................................................1-2 Manual Seats ................................................1-2 Seat Height Adjuster .......................................1-3 Manual Lumbar (Sedan) ..................................1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ........................................1-4 Head Restraints .............................................1-6 Rear Seats .......................................................
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 do not 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.
Seat Height Adjuster 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. Manual Lumbar (Sedan) Your vehicle may have manually operated lumbar support for the driver’s seat. To adjust the front seat lumbar support, use the lever located on the outboard side of the seatback. Push the lever down to adjust the support for the lower part of the seatback.
Reclining Seatbacks Your seats have manual reclining seatbacks. The lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the 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 do not want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
To return the seatback to an upright position, do the following: 1. Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull 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 cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body.
Head Restraints Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant’s head. This position reduces the chances of a neck injury in a crash. 1-6 Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower it, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. The front seat head restraints also tilt forward. To tilt the head restraint, first put it in the upright position by tilting it forward fully and releasing it.
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation (Sedan) Folding the Seatback The rear seatbacks can be folded down to increase cargo space. To fold down the seatback: Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 1. Remove the safety belt strap from the safety belt guide by pulling it through the slot. 2. Push the head restraints all the way down.
4. Detach the center safety belt from the mini buckle by inserting the key into the slot in the mini buckle, pressing the release button, and allowing it to retract. 5. Pull up the release knob located on top of the rear seatback. 6. Fold the rear seatback forward and down. To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Hook the safety belts into the safety belt guide. 2. Lift the seatback up and push it to its original position.
{CAUTION: {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback) Folding the Rear Seats The rear seats can be folded to increase cargo space. To fold the rear seats: 1. Lower the head restraints completely. 2. Unlatch the center safety belt by pressing the red button on the buckle. 4. Pull up the release knob, located on the top of the seatback, and fold the seatback forward and down. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
6. Pull the release handles on the rear side of the seat cushion to unlock the seat cushion. 8. Clip the hook to the front seat head restraint to keep the rear seat secure. 7. Lift the seat cushion up and flip it forward. 9. When the rear seat is folded, store the safety belt buckles and center safety belt in the storage area under the floor mat.
Unfolding the Seats To return the rear seats to the normal seating position: 1. Unclip the hook from the front seat head restraint. 2. Remove the safety belt buckles and center seat safety belt from the storage area. Notice: Damage to the safety belt buckle or rear seat locking mechanism can occur if the safety belt and buckles are pinched under the rear seat cushion. Do not place the safety belt and buckles on the floor under the rear seat cushion when the rear seat is put back to the sitting position. 3.
{CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. 5. Lift the seatback up and push it back to its original latched position. 6. Unhook the safety belts in the outboard seating positions from the retaining clips. 7.
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: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle harder or be ejected from it and be seriously injured or killed.
After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter... a lot! Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels.
Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-16 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...
or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense.
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if Q: If I am 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 are in A: You could be — whether you are wearing a safety a crash — even one that is not your fault — you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. belt or not.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see Older Children on page 1-32 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-34. Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. It is very important for all occupants to buckle up.
Q: What is 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 snugly against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give as much protection this way.
Q: What is 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 on 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 is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests. A: The belt is over an armrest.
Q: What is 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 are not as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. A: The belt is behind the body.
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in your vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt. If you are using a rear seating position with a detachable safety belt and the safety belt is not attached, see Rear Seat Operation (Sedan) on page 1-7 or Rear Seat Operation (Hatchback) on page 1-10 for instruction on reconnecting the safety belt to the mini-buckle. Here is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index.
Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-31. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary. 5. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash.
6. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close a 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.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Safety Belt Pretensioners Your vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger. Your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although you cannot see them, they are part of the safety belt assembly. They can help tighten the safety belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met.
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer/retailer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats.
Child Restraints Older Children The manufacturer’s instructions that come with the booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the below fit test: • Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. • Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, then return to the booster seat.
Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: 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. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash.
{CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child might slide under the lap belt. The belt force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The child could also move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.
{CAUTION: {CAUTION: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts. People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby does not 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 airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag 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 should always be secured in appropriate infant restraints.
Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (A) 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 (B) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness. 1-38 A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle {CAUTION: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle’s safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual.
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 recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child riding in a rear-facing child restraint; a child riding in a forward-facing child seat; an older child riding in a booster seat; and children, who are large enough, using safety belts. A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.
When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with your child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. There are a couple of things you need to know about using child restraints in your rear seat: If you use a child restraint in the center rear seating position (A), the safety belts and the child restraint LATCH anchors for the rear outside seating positions (B) will not be accessible.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Lower Anchors The LATCH system holds a child restraint during driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system.
Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached.
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. To assist you in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. 1-44 Hatchback models may have zippers over the lower anchor areas. If so, unzip the seat cover below the labels to access each lower anchor.
Sedan Hatchback For sedan models, the top tether anchors are located under the covers behind the rear seat on the filler panel. Pull open the cover to access the top tether anchors. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. For hatchback models, the top tether anchors (B) are located in the rear cargo area, attached to the back wall (A) of the vehicle.
Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1-40 for additional information.
{CAUTION: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten. Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock, if your vehicle has one, after the child restraint has been installed. Be sure to follow the instructions of the child restraint manufacturer.
2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. 2.2. Flip the cover to access the top tether anchors. 2.3. For hatchback models, remove the cargo shade before installing the top tether. The cargo shade should remain off while the top tether is in use. 2.4.
If the position you are using has a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts. If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts.
If you need to install more than one child restraint in the rear seat, be sure to read Where to Put the Restraint on page 1-40. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4.
6. If your child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-42. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. 5.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1-40. In addition, your vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag (if equipped) under certain conditions.
If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-42 for how to install your child restraint using LATCH. If you secure a child restraint using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-42 for top tether anchor locations. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint.
4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary. 1-54 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
If the airbag or airbags are off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started. If a child restraint has been installed and the off symbol is not lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint.
Airbag System Your vehicle has the following airbags: • A frontal airbag for the driver. • A frontal airbag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may have the following airbags: • A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the driver. • A seat-mounted side impact airbag for the right front passenger. All of the airbags in your vehicle will have the word AIRBAG embossed in the trim or on an attached label near the deployment opening.
{CAUTION: {CAUTION: Frontal airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes. They are not designed to inflate in rollover, rear crashes, or in many side crashes. Airbags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag, as you would be if you were sitting on the edge of your seat or leaning forward.
{CAUTION: Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see Older Children on page 1-32 or Infants and Young Children on page 1-34.
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
{CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag.
When Should an Airbag Inflate? Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver’s or right front passenger’s head and chest. However, they are only designed to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants.
In addition, your vehicle has dual-stage frontal airbags. Dual-stage airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. Your vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact. For moderate frontal impacts, dual-stage airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment. For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs.
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module. In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel.
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? After the frontal and seat-mounted side impact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate, so quickly that some people may not even realize the airbags inflated. Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes. For location of the airbag modules, see What Makes an Airbag Inflate? on page 1-63. The parts of the airbag that come into contact with you may be warm, but not too hot to touch.
In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After an Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger’s position. The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible when you start your vehicle. airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system.
The passenger sensing system works with a sensor that is part of the right front passenger’s seat. The sensor is designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated occupant and determine if the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag (if equipped) should be enabled (may inflate) or not. United States – Hatchback Canada – Hatchback If you have a hatchback, the airbag off symbol will be visible in the Secondary Information Center (SIC) during the system check.
{CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag.
If a child restraint has been installed and the off symbol is not lit, turn the vehicle off. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer’s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1-52.
Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag (if equipped). {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system.
A thick layer of additional material, such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you not use seat covers or other aftermarket equipment other than any that GM has approved for your specific vehicle. See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-71 for more information about modifications that can affect how the system operates.
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add to or change about the vehicle that could keep the airbags from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly.
Restraint System Check Airbags Checking the Restraint Systems The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-30 for more information. Safety Belts Now and then, 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.
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 (RKE) System ................2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...................................................2-4 Doors and Locks .............................................2-6 Door Locks ....................................................2-6 Central Door Unlocking System ........................2-7 Door Ajar Reminder ........................................
Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks.
Your vehicle may have an electronic immobilizer designed to protect your car against theft. If so, only keys with the correct electronic code can be used to start the vehicle. See Immobilizer Operation on page 2-16 for additional information. Even if a key has the same profile, it will not start the engine if the electronic code is incorrect. If you need a new key, contact your dealer/retailer who can obtain the correct key code. Also see Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-8.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation You can lock and unlock your vehicle’s doors from about 20 ft (6 m) away using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. 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. Sedan n (Lock/Unlock): Press this button to lock all of the doors.
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer/retailer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer/retailer. When the dealer/retailer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched.
5. Put the two halves back together and replace the screw. Make sure the cover is on tightly, so water will not get in. 6. Test the transmitter operation. CAUTION: • Young children who get into unlocked Doors and Locks Door Locks • {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.
All doors, except for the driver’s door, can be locked by pushing down the manual door lock and then closing the door. The driver’s door can only by locked from the outside by using the key or the optional remote keyless entry transmitter. From the inside, you can lock and unlock all of the doors by pushing or pulling the manual door lock located on each door.
Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks on each rear door that prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside. Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock is On 1. Unlock the door from the inside. 2. Open the door from the outside. If you do not cancel the security lock, adults or older children who ride in the rear will not be able to open the rear door from the inside. You should let adults and older children know how to cancel the locks.
Trunk {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the trunk lid: • Make sure all other windows are shut.
If your vehicle has a trunk release lever located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat, you can open the trunk from inside your vehicle by pulling the release lever. Trunk Release Lever Emergency Trunk Release Handle Notice: Do not use the emergency trunk release handle as a tie-down or anchor point when securing items in the trunk as it could damage the handle.
Liftgate (Hatchback) {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot 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. Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each window. The rear windows do not open fully.
Power Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome from extreme heat in warm or hot weather and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move.
Theft-Deterrent Systems Window Lockout The window lockout is located with the driver’s power window switches. 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. Theft-Deterrent System Your vehicle may have a theft-deterrent system. Press the lockout button to stop the front and rear passengers from using their window switches.
3. Lock the doors by pressing the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. • The LED light on the transmitter will flash once. • All of the doors will lock. • The hazard warning lamps will flash once and the horn will sound. • The security light will flash to indicate that the theft-deterrent system is armed. For hatchback models, the security light is located on the secondary information center (SIC) on the center of the instrument panel.
How to Turn Off the System Alarm If the system alarm is active, it can be deactivated using one of the following methods: • Press the lock or unlock buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter. • Unlock the driver’s or passenger’s front door using the key. Otherwise, the alarm will automatically stop after 30 seconds. The system will then lock the doors and rearm the theft-deterrent system.
If the immobilizer system does not recognize the electronic code when the key is turned to START, the engine will not start and the security indicator will continue blinking. If your key is ever damaged, you may not be able to start your vehicle. When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does not start and the security light continues flashing, there may be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again.
Ignition Positions The ignition switch can be turned to four different positions with the key. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand. Make sure the key is in all the way. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. LOCK/OFF: This position locks the steering wheel, ignition, shift lever and transmission. This is the only position in which you can insert or remove the key.
Starting the Engine Automatic Transmission Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). The 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: Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. Manual Transmission The shift lever should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged.
3. If the engine still will not start, or starts but then stops, it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Notice: The engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle.
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer/retailer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle. The dealer/retailer can give you the best advice for that particular area. Automatic Transmission Operation PARK (P): This position locks your front wheels.
REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. When shifting from NEUTRAL (N) to REVERSE (R), you need to apply the regular brake and push the release button on the front of the shifter and then forward. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped.
Notice: If your vehicle seems to start up rather slowly or not shift gears when you go faster, and you continue to drive your vehicle that way, you could damage the transmission. 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 (D) 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 transmission has hold mode, you can select this mode to drive with some characteristics of a manual transmission. With hold mode turned on, the automatic transmission will stay in a specific gear range. For the Hatchback, the HOLD light will light up on the secondary information center. For the Sedan, the HOLD light will light up on the instrument panel cluster. See Hold Mode Light on page 3-48.
Manual Transmission Operation Five-Speed SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5), the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal.
Shift Speeds {CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. You could injure yourself or others. Do not shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. Parking Brake The parking brake lever is located between the bucket seats. 2-26 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 3-33.
Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission) {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 (Automatic Transmission) Shifting Out of PARK (P) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. 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.
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) 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 gear 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). • When parking uphill, place the shift lever in 4.
Parking Over Things That Burn {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. Engine Exhaust {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. CAUTION: 2-30 (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) You might have exhaust coming in if: • The exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Running the Engine While 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 2-30. 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 Manual Rearview Mirror When you are sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind your vehicle. Hold 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 the lamps behind you. Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use.
Outside Power Mirror For sedan models, the control for the power mirrors is located on the instrument panel, left of the steering wheel. To adjust the mirrors, do the following: 1. Select the mirror you want to adjust by moving the selector switch to L for the driver’s side mirror or R for the passenger’s side mirror. 2. To adjust the mirror, press the corresponding edges located on the four-way control pad to move the mirror in the direction that you want it to go - up, down, left or right.
Outside Convex Mirror Storage Areas {CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The passenger side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver’s seat. It also makes things, like other vehicles, look farther away than they really are.
Cupholder(s) Sunglasses Storage Compartment There are two cupholders 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. If your vehicle has this feature, the sunglasses storage compartment is located above the driver’s door. To open, pull down and hold the upper part of the cover.
Sunroof If the vehicle has this feature, the switch is located on the headliner between the sun visors. To open the sunroof to the vent position, open the sunshade. Then press and hold the driver’s side of the switch. To close the sunroof, press and hold the passenger’s side of the switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position. To fully open the sunroof, open the sunshade. Then press and hold the passenger’s side of the switch. To close the sunroof, press and hold the driver’s side of the switch.
Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview ...............................3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................3-8 Other Warning Devices ...................................3-8 Horn .............................................................3-8 Tilt Wheel .....................................................3-9 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever .........................3-9 Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................3-10 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ..............
Section 3 Instrument Panel Highbeam On Light .......................................3-40 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light .....3-40 Door Ajar Light .............................................3-41 Fuel Gage ...................................................3-41 Low Fuel Warning Light .................................3-42 Secondary Information Center (SIC) .................3-43 Secondary Information Center (SIC) (Hatchback Only) .......................................
✍ NOTES 3-3
Instrument Panel Overview Hatchback shown 3-4
The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-24. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-27. C. Digital Clock and Secondary Information Center. See Clock on page 3-20 and Secondary Information Center (SIC) (Hatchback Only) on page 3-43. D. Hazard Warning Flashers Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-8. E. Instrument Panel Brightness Control. See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-17. F. Hood Release.
Sedan shown 3-6
The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-24. B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-27. C. Digital Clock. See Clock on page 3-20. D. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 5-10. E. Horn. See Horn on page 3-8. F. Audio System. See Audio System(s) on page 3-54. G. Climate Control System. See Climate Control System on page 3-20. H. Ashtray. See Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-19. I. Cupholder.
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located to the right of the climate control system on the sedan. It is located in the center of the instrument panel on the hatchback. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press the button again to turn the flashers off.
Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever 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. Uplevel shown, Base similar The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • G Turn and Lane-Change Signals.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer 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 change the headlamps from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal/multifunction lever away from you. When the high beams are on, this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on if the ignition is turned to ON/RUN. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
Windshield Wipers 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 INT 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.
Windshield Washer To wash the windshield, pull the windshield washer/wiper lever toward you with the ignition turned to ON/RUN. {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. When the lever is released, the washers stop, but the wipers will continue to wipe for several cycles and will either stop or will resume at the speed being used previously.
Cruise Control If your vehicle has cruise control, a speed of about 24 mph (39 km/h) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below 24 mph (39 km/h). When the brakes are applied, or the clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission, the cruise control turns off. {CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed.
3. Press the SET button and release it. The cruise control light will come on in the instrument panel cluster to show that the cruise control is on. 4. Take your foot off the accelerate pedal. Resuming a Set Speed Suppose the cruise control is set to a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, or the clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission. This shuts off the cruise control. But it does not need to be reset.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Exterior Lamps Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle’s speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle’s speed.
; (Parking Lamps): Turn the band to this position to turn on the parking lamps, together with the taillamps, license plate lamp, and instrument panel lights. OFF: Turn the band to this position to turn all lamps off, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Headlamps on Reminder If the driver’s door is opened while the ignition is turned to LOCK/OFF or ACC/ACCESSORY with the lamps left on, a warning chime will sound.
Fog Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness If your vehicle has fog lamps, use them for better visibility in foggy or misty conditions. The band located on the middle of the turn signal/multifunction lever controls the fog lamps. This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. While using the fog lamps, the ignition must be turned to ON/RUN and the low-beam headlamps or parking lamps must be on. Turn the band to ON to turn the fog lamps on.
Dome Lamp Inadvertent Power Battery Saver Your vehicle will have one of the following dome lamp switches. This feature is designed to protect your vehicle’s battery against drainage from the taillamps, license plate lamps, instrument panel lights, and parking lamps. When the ignition is turned off, the power to these features will automatically turn off after 5 seconds once the driver’s door is closed.
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/retailer for additional information on accessory power outlets. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes.
Clock If you have a sedan there is a digital clock located in the center of the instrument panel, above the center air outlets. When the ignition is turned to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, the time is displayed in the digital clock. There are three adjusting buttons for the digital clock: Climate Controls Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation for your vehicle can be controlled with this system. H (Hour): To go forward one hour, press the H button once.
To change the current mode, select one of the following from the right knob: Y (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. \ (Bi-Level): This mode directs about half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, and then directs the remaining air to the floor outlets. [ (Floor): Uplevel shown, Base similar, Sedan only This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets. Some of the air will also be directed to the rear outlets.
If your vehicle has a lever (base model), move the lever to choose the recirculation mode. Using the recirculation mode for extended periods may cause your windows to fog. If this happens, select the defrost mode. : (Outside Air): This mode brings outside air into the vehicle. If your vehicle has a recirculation button (uplevel model), press the button until the recirculation mode is turned off. Your vehicle will then return to outside air mode.
Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity or moisture condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers. Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly. For best results, clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting.
Outlet Adjustment To change the passenger compartment air filter, use the following steps: To open an outlet, press on its cover. Turn the cover to change the direction of the airflow. Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system.
3. Remove the four screws on the knee bolster. 4. Remove the knee bolster. 5. Remove the filter cover by pressing in on the bottom retaining tab and pulling the cover down. 6. Remove the old passenger compartment air filter. 7. Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter and replace the glove box. View the air flow arrows on the filter before installing to ensure the filter is installed correctly.
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages on your vehicle. 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 the warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on 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.
United States Automatic Transmission Sedan shown, Canada Manual Transmission Sedan similar 3-28
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). 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 Reminders Airbag Readiness Light Safety Belt Reminder Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-56.
{CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the airbag system may not be working properly. The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle. The airbag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when the engine is started.
When you start the vehicle, the passenger airbag status indicator will light for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, if the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag and seat-mounted side impact airbag (if equipped).
Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when the ignition is turned on, and the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. It should go out when the engine is started. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. Have it checked by your dealer/retailer. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery.
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 4-27. {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.
Hold Mode Light If your vehicle has this feature, this light comes on when the hold mode is active. If the HOLD mode light flashes, have your vehicle checked. See “Hold Mode” under Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-21 for more information. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Sedan Canada Sedan Your vehicle has an engine coolant temperature gage. With the ignition turned to ON/RUN, this gage shows the engine coolant temperature.
Tire Pressure Light Your vehicle has a tire pressure light. This light comes on briefly when the engine is started and provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. When the Light is Solid This indicates that one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. Stop and check your tires as soon as it is safe to do so. If underinflated, inflate to the proper pressure. See Tires on page 5-50 for more information.
Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of your vehicle or replacement tires that do not match your vehicle’s original tires can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and can cause this light to come on. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3.
If the Light Is On Steady You might be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling the Tank on page 5-7. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off.
This can happen if you have recently replaced the battery or if the battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This can take several days of routine driving. If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness, your dealer/retailer can prepare the vehicle for inspection.
Fog Lamp Light Highbeam On Light If your vehicle has this feature, the fog lamps light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 3-17 for more information. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-10 for more information.
Door Ajar Light The door ajar light will come on whenever a door is opened, regardless of the ignition position. United States Sedan Canada Sedan If the key is in the ignition while the driver’s door is open, you will also hear a warning chime. Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN. Fuel Gage 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 vehicle 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) Secondary Information Center (SIC) (Hatchback Only) United States shown, Canada similar 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 in the center of the SIC. See Clock (Hatchback Only) on page 3-44 and Instrument Panel Overview on page 3-4 for more information.
Clock (Hatchback Only) Safety Belt Reminders 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/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, the time is displayed in the digital clock. There are two adjusting buttons for the digital clock: Safety Belt Reminder Light The safety belt light will come on and stay on until the driver’s safety belt is buckled.
Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the Secondary Information Center (SIC), which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-56.
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator (Hatchback) Your vehicle has the passenger sensing system. United States – Hatchback Canada – Hatchback If you have a hatchback, the airbag off symbol will be visible in the Secondary Information Center (SIC) during the system check. When you start the vehicle, the passenger airbag status indicator will light for several seconds as a system check.
Charging System Light {CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger’s seat may not have the protection of the airbag(s). See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-30 for more on this, including important safety information.
Antilock Brake System Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this light will come on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not come on have your vehicle serviced. If the light stays on, turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. If the light comes on, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you are driving, your vehicle needs service. See your dealer/retailer.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It makes sure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The check engine light comes on to indicate that there is an OBD II problem and service is required.
If the Light Is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following can prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: You might be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: • Reduce vehicle speed. • Avoid hard accelerations. • Avoid 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 causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You might 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 might 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 your vehicle has low engine oil pressure, 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 by your dealer/retailer. 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.
Fog Lamp Light Door Ajar Light If your vehicle has this feature, the fog lamps light will come on when the fog lamps are in use. The door ajar light will come on whenever a door is opened, regardless of the ignition position. The light will go out when the fog lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 3-17 for more information. Cruise Control Light If your vehicle has cruise control, this light comes on whenever you set the cruise control.
Audio System(s) Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features. {CAUTION: This system provides you with far greater access to audio stations and song listings. Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed. Always keep your eyes on the road and your mind on the drive — avoid engaging in extended searching while driving.
AM-FM Radio (Single Display, Base Level) 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. The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band.
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) f (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. AM-FM Radio (Double Display, Base Level) Press this button until TRE appears on the display. Then turn the volume knob to increase or to decrease the treble. The display will show the treble level. If a station is weak or noisy, decrease the treble.
The previous volume setting is maintained whenever the radio is turned on. The volume can be adjusted by using the volume knob. Finding a Station AM/AUX: Press this button to play an AM station while a portable audio device is playing. Press this button again and the system will begin playing audio from the connected portable audio player. If a portable audio player is not connected, “no input device found” will be displayed. FM: Press this button to switch between FM1 or FM2.
Order of Sound Function Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) The order for displayed sound function is BASS, MID, TRE, FAD, BAL, EQ OFF, and VOL. SOUND (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this button until BAL appears on the display. Turn the power/volume knob to increase or to decrease. The display will show the balance level. When finished making the selection, press this button to select the balance level.
Order of Sound Function The order for displayed sound function is EQ OFF, CLASSIC, DANCE, ROCK, JAZZ, POP, VOICE, TECHNO, and EQ OFF. Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in park (P). See Defensive Driving on page 4-2 for more information on driver distraction. To use a portable audio player, connect a 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable to the radio’s front auxiliary input jack. When a device is connected, turn the portable audio player on.
Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) The previous volume setting is maintained whenever the radio is turned on. The volume can be adjusted by using the volume knob. Finding a Station AM: Press this button to switch to an AM station. The display shows the selection. FM: Press this button to switch to an FM station. The display shows the selection. ( ) TUNE: Press the TUNE arrows to select radio stations. Press the up TUNE arrow to increase or the down TUNE arrow to decrease the radio frequencies.
AST (Automatic Store) Order of Sound Function Six FM1 preset stations with the strongest reception in the region can be automatically stored. Press the AST button for more than two seconds. The display shows AUTO SCANNING and then SCANNING flashes on the display. Once the stations are stored, the radio switches to FM1 and the first preset station begins to play. FM-A displays while listening to the automatic stored stations. Press the AM or FM button to cancel automatic store.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Playing a CD SOUND (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this button until BAL (balance) displays. Turn the O knob to increase or to decrease. The display shows the balance level. After making the selection, press this button to set the balance level. To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers, press this button until FAD (fade) displays.
Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen. Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or more than one CD is inserted into the slot at a time, or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs, the CD player could be damaged.
Playing an MP3/WMA CD-R Disc If you have a radio with a single CD (MP3), it is capable of playing an MP3/WMA CD-R disc. For more information on how to play an MP3/WMA CD-R disc, see “Using an MP3” in the index. CD Messages CHECK CD: If this message displays and/or the CD comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play.
Using the Auxiliary Input Jack The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output. Do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack. An external audio device such as an iPod, laptop computer, MP3 player, CD changer, or cassette tape player, etc. can be connected to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening. The auxiliary input jack also accepts cell phone connectors.
Radio with Six-Disc CD (MP3/WMA) The previous volume setting is maintained whenever the radio is turned on. The volume can be adjusted by using the volume knob. Finding a Station AM: Press this button to switch to an AM station. The display shows the selection. FM: Press this button to switch to an FM station. The display shows the selection. ( ) TUNE: Press the TUNE arrows to select radio stations. Press the up TUNE arrow to increase or the down TUNE arrow to decrease the radio frequencies.
AST (Automatic Store) Order of Sound Function Six FM1 preset stations with the strongest reception in the region can be automatically stored. Press the AST button for more than one second. The display shows AUTO SCANNING and then SCANNING flashes on the display. Once the stations are stored, the radio switches to FM1 and the first preset station begins to play. FM-A displays while listening to the automatic stored stations. Press the AM or FM button to cancel automatic store.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Order of Sound Function SOUND (Balance/Fade): To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press this button until BAL (balance) displays. Turn the O knob to increase or to decrease the balance. The display shows the balance level. After making the selection, press this button to select the balance level. The order for displayed sound function is EQ OFF, CLASSIC, DANCE, ROCK, JAZZ, POP, VOICE, TECHNO, and EQ OFF.
Once playback begins, the track and track number displays. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player, it stays in the player. While a CD is in the player and the ignition is turned on, the radio must be turned on before the current CD starts playback. When the ignition and radio are turned on, the CD starts playing where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring.
( ) TUNE (Previous/Next Track): Press the up TUNE arrow to go to the next track. The track number displays. Press the down TUNE arrow to go to the start of the current track. The player continues moving forward or backward through the CD with each press of the up or down arrows. AM: Press this button to listen to the radio while a CD is playing. The inactive CD remains inside the radio for future listening. FM: Press this button to listen to the radio while a CD is playing.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. If the radio displays an error message, write it down and provide it to your dealer/retailer when reporting the problem. Using the Auxiliary Input Jack AUX IN (Auxiliary Input): The radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate. This is not an audio output. Do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack.
Using an MP3 (Radio with CD Player) MP3/WMA CD-R Disc MP3 Format If you burn your own MP3/WMA disc on a personal computer: • Make sure the MP3/WMA files are recorded on a CD-R disc. • Do not mix standard audio and MP3/WMA files on one disc. • Make sure each MP3/WMA file has a .m3u or .wma extension, other file extensions might not work. • Files can be recorded with a variety of fixed or variable bit rates.
No Folder File System and Naming When a CD contains only compressed files, the files are located under the root folder. The next and previous folder function does not function on a CD that was recorded without folders or playlists. When displaying the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT. The song name in the ID3 tag is displayed. If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio displays the file name without the extension (such as MP3/WMA) instead.
If playing a CD-R, the sound quality can be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. There can be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD does not play properly.
When information is not available, No Info (information) displays. Press this button for longer than two seconds to change display mode. • Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album. Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less.
Empty Directory or Folder File System and Naming If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the file structure that contains only folders/subfolders and no compressed files directly beneath them, the player advances to the next folder in the file structure that contains compressed audio files. The empty folder does not display. The song name in the ID3 tag is displayed.
If playing a CD-R, the sound quality can be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. There can be an increase in skipping, difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged, such as cracked, broken, or scratched, the CD will not play properly.
When information is not available, No Info (information) displays. Press this button for longer than two seconds to change display mode. Audio Steering Wheel Controls When the system is on, press and release this knob to mute the system. Press and release this knob again to turn the sound back on. SEEK: Press and release this button within 0.5 seconds to go to the next preset station. Press and hold this button for longer than 0.5 seconds to go to the next radio station.
Radio Reception Care of Your CDs Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet. Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust.
Fixed Mast Antenna (Hatchback) The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, replace it. Notice: Do not apply aftermarket glass tinting with metallic film. The metallic film in some tinting materials will interfere with or distort the incoming radio reception. Any damage caused to your backglass antenna due to metallic tinting materials will not be covered by your warranty.
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..........4-2 Defensive Driving ...........................................4-2 Drunk Driving .................................................4-2 Control of a Vehicle ........................................4-3 Braking .........................................................4-3 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...........................4-4 Braking in Emergencies ...................................4-5 Steering ............................
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Drunk Driving {CAUTION: Defensive Driving Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt — See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-14. {CAUTION: Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do and be ready.
Police records show that almost 40 percent of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. In recent years, more than 17,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, with about 250,000 people injured. For persons under 21, it is against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological, and developmental reasons for these laws.
And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road, whether it is pavement or gravel; the condition of the road, whether it is wet, dry, or icy; tire tread; the condition of the brakes; the weight of the vehicle; and the amount of brake force applied. 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. The brakes might not have time to cool between hard stops.
ABS 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. Braking in Emergencies As you brake, the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. If you have ABS, you can steer and brake at the same time.
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 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 cannot; there is not room. That is the time for evasive action — steering around the problem.
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find that your vehicle’s right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving. Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing, we suggest the following tips: • Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect a successful pass. If in doubt, wait.
Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle’s three control systems. In the braking skid, the wheels are not rolling. In the steering or cornering skid, too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force.
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving because some drivers are likely to be impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Night driving tips include: • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Reduce headlamp glare by adjusting the inside • Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps. • Keep the windshield and all glass on your vehicle clean — inside and out. • Keep your eyes moving, especially during turns or curves.
Hydroplaning {CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Driving through flowing water could cause your vehicle to be carried away. If this happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip • Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead and to the sides. To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing.
Winter Driving {CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and 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. Always have the engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. • Stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane.
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between the tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You have a lot less traction, or grip, and need to be very careful. traction of all. You can get wet ice when it is about freezing, 32°F (0°C), and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there.
Remember, unless your vehicle has ABS, if you brake so hard that the wheels stop rolling, you will just slide. Brake so the wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. • Whatever your vehicle’s 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.
{CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes.
Loading Your Vehicle 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 also shows the tire size of the original equipment tires (C) and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5-50 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-57. There is also important loading information on the Certification label. See “Certification Label” later in this section. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1.
Example 1 Item A B C 4-20 Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = Example 2 Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) A 300 lbs (136 kg) B 700 lbs (317 kg) C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) 250 lbs (113 kg)
Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passenger, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle’s capacity weight.
Tire and Loading Information Label - Canada A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the driver’s side, center pillar (B-pillar). This label shows the Maximum Load amount, the number of occupant seating positions, the original equipment tires, and the recommended cold tire inflation pressure. For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5-50 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-57. There is also important loading information on the Certification label.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the Maximum Load amount equals 1400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (295 kg). 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6.
Example 2 Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight or Maximum Load for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Example 3 Total Item 1,000 lbs (453 kg) A 750 lbs (340 kg) B 250 lbs (113 kg) C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight or Maximum Load for Example 3 = Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information label f
Certification Label Label Example - Canada Label Example - United States A vehicle specific Certification label is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver’s door latch. This label 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. See “Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit” earlier in this section. If you put things inside your vehicle — like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else — they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. {CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-8. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing” following. Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle, such as behind a motorhome.
Dolly Towing 3. Set the parking brake and remove the key. Notice: Towing your vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground could cause transmission damage. Do not tow the vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the road. 4. For an automatic transmission, insert the key into the shift-lock release slot. See Shifting Out of PARK (P) on page 2-28. 5. Shift to NEUTRAL (N). 6. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position. 7. Release the parking brake.
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............................................................5-3 Accessories and Modifications ..........................5-3 California Proposition 65 Warning .....................5-4 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements .....5-4 Doing Your Own Service Work .........................5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...........................................5-5 Fuel ................................................................
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Tire Inspection and Rotation ...........................5-61 When It Is Time for New Tires .......................5-63 Buying New Tires .........................................5-64 Different Size Tires and Wheels ......................5-65 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..........................5-66 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ..................5-67 Wheel Replacement ......................................5-67 Tire Chains ..........................................
Service Accessories and Modifications For service and parts needs, visit your dealer/retailer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to your vehicle they can affect your vehicle’s performance and safety, including such things as, airbags, braking, stability, ride and handling, emissions systems, aerodynamics, durability, and electronic systems like antilock brakes, traction control and stability control.
California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-70. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See Part E: Maintenance Record on page 6-24. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it.
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. See the underhood emission control label. 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 might be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp could turn on and your vehicle might fail a smog-check test.
Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by your warranty. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving.
{CAUTION: Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. 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. Hatchback shown. Sedan similar The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. 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 3-49. {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. Leave the area immediately.
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. {CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift up on the secondary hood release lever, located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and release the hood prop from its retainer located on the underside of the hood. 4. Securely place the hood prop into the slot on the inner fender. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood, here is what you will see: Automatic shown, Manual similar 5-12
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17. B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-13. C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking Engine Oil” under Engine Oil on page 5-13. D. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir. See “Brake Fluid” under Brakes on page 5-32 and Hydraulic Clutch on page 5-21. E. Automatic Transmission Dipstick. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-19. F. Engine Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System on page 5-26. G.
Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. 1. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you do not do this, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use 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 have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil. Both provide easier cold starting and better protection for the engine at extremely low temperatures. Engine Oil Additives Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils with the starburst symbol that meet GM Standard GM6094M are all you need for good performance and engine protection.
What to Do with Used Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products. Used oil can be a threat to the environment.
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the engine air cleaner/filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace it every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. 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. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is required.
Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Check your automatic transmission fluid level at least twice a year. Add fluid if needed. See At Least Twice a Year on page 6-18. How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealer/retailer service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: 1. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, fluid should be between MIN and MAX mark of the hot area of the dipstick. 4.
If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the area between the two dimples in the hot range on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. It does not take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Do not overfill. Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage your vehicle, and the damages may not be covered by your warranty.
How to Check and Add Fluid Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL® engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for five years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL® extended life 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.
What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half DEX-COOL® coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you do not need to add anything else. {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.
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. To check the engine coolant, the vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be between the Maximum (A) and Minimum (B) marks on the coolant surge tank.
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine {CAUTION: {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. When replacing the pressure cap, make sure it is hand-tight and fully seated. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 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 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 there is still no sign of steam, you can idle the engine for three minutes while you are parked.
{CAUTION: {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. Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. To check the engine coolant, the vehicle should be parked on a level surface.
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.
Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. {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.
4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower. If the level is lower than the Maximum mark, add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the mark. 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated.
How to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-23. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow 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 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water.
It is not a good idea to top off the brake fluid. Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. {CAUTION: If your vehicle has too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged.
Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and could have rear drum brakes or rear disc brakes. 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. The sound can come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving, except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly. {CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to an accident.
Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer/retailer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service might be required. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a moderate brake stop, the disc brakes adjust for wear. If you rarely make a moderate or heavier stop, then the brakes might not adjust correctly.
Vehicle Storage {CAUTION: {CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 5-36 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt. Infrequent Usage: If you drive your vehicle infrequently, remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery. This will help keep the battery from running down.
2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you do not want. You would not be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure.
{CAUTION: {CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there.
6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Do not let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always connect and 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.
Bulb Replacement Headlamps (Hatchback) For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-48. To replace a headlamp bulb: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. 2. Remove the five screws from top of the radiator grille. 3. Remove the radiator grille. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer.
10. Install the new bulb. 11. Install the bulb retaining spring. 12. Reverse Steps 1 through 8 to install the headlamp assembly. Headlamps (Sedan) To replace a headlamp bulb: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. 7. Remove the headlamp cap. 8. Release the spring that retains the bulb by loosing the screw. 9. Remove the old bulb. 5-42 2. Remove the three bolts from the headlamp assembly.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the rear of the bulb. Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Hatchback) 5. Remove the headlamp cap. To replace a front turn signal or parking lamp bulb: 3. Remove the headlamp assembly. 1. Remove the radiator grille and the headlamp assembly. See Steps 2 through 5 under Headlamps (Hatchback) on page 5-41 or Headlamps (Sedan) on page 5-42 for instructions on how to remove the headlamp assembly. 6. Release the spring that retains the bulb. 7.
3. Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the lamp housing. 4. Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb socket. 5. Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in and turning it clockwise. 6. Install the socket into the lamp housing by turning it clockwise. 7. Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to install the assembly. Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps (Sedan) To replace a front turn signal or parking lamp bulb: 1. Open the hood.
6. Install the new bulb into the socket by pressing it in and turning it clockwise. 7. Install the socket into the lamp housing by turning it clockwise. 8. Reverse Steps 1 through 2 under Headlamps (Hatchback) on page 5-41 or Headlamps (Sedan) on page 5-42 to install the assembly. Turn Signal Lamps (Side) To replace a side turn signal bulb: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-10 for more information. 2.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) (Sedan) To replace a CHMSL bulb on the hatchback, contact your dealer/retailer. To replace a CHMSL bulb on the sedan: 1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-9 for more information. 2. Remove the two screws and the lamp housing. Disconnect the wiring harness connector before removing the lamp housing. 3. Remove the five screws and the reflector assembly. 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of the bulb holder. 5. Install the new bulb. 6.
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps To replace a taillamp, turn signal lamp, stoplamp, or back-up bulb: 1. Open the trunk or liftgate. See Trunk on page 2-9 or Liftgate (Hatchback) on page 2-11 for more information. Sedan 2. Remove the two screws and the lamp assembly. 3. Remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing the bulb and turning it counterclockwise. 5. Install the appropriate bulb into the socket. Hatchback 6.
License Plate Lamp Replacement Bulbs To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Remove the two screws holding each of the license plate lamps. 2. Turn and pull the license plate lamp toward you through the opening. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Install the new bulb. 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Here is how to remove and replace the windshield wiper blade: Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For the proper type, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5-100. 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 vehicle Warranty booklet for details. {CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. • Overloading your vehicle’s tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-18.
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.
(D) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (E) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire 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 5-66. (F) Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load.
(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. (C) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The Tire Identification Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manufactured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire, although only one side may have the date of manufacture.
(D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter R means radial ply construction; the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter B means belted-bias ply construction. (E) Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in inches. (F) Service Description: These characters represent the load range and the speed rating of a tire. The load range represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry.
DOT Markings: A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) motor vehicle safety standards. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand, and date of production. Maximum Inflation Pressure: The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-57 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-18. Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread.
Inflation - Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively. Notice: Do not let anyone tell you that under-inflation or over-inflation is all right. It is not.
How to Check Tire Pressure Monitor System Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are under-inflated. Check the tire’s inflation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. If your vehicle has this feature, the TPMS sensors are mounted onto each tire and wheel assembly, excluding the spare tire and wheel assembly. The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your vehicle’s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to a receiver located in the vehicle.
TPMS Malfunction Light The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of the TPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When the system detects a malfunction, the low tire warning light flashes for about one minute and then stays on for the remainder of the ignition cycle. The low tire warning light comes on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the conditions that can cause the malfunction light to come on are: • One of the road tires has been replaced with the spare tire.
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 5-63 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-67 for more information. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-18 for an example of the tire and loading information label and where it is located on your vehicle.
When It Is Time for New Tires Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions influence when you need new tires. One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need new tires if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle. If you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommends that you get tires that are the same size, brand, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as your vehicle’s original tires. This way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety, during normal use, as the original tires.
Different Size Tires and Wheels {CAUTION: If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle. Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low-pressure warning if tires not recommended for your vehicle are installed.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum selection width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the Unites States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which grades tires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.
Temperature — A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. 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.
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset, and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensors, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, and TPMS sensors for your vehicle.
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. (Continued) 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. {CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The compact spare tire and tools you will need are located in the trunk. The following information will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. A. Jack B. Wheel Wrench C. Jack Handle D. Screwdriver 1. Open the trunk or liftgate. See Trunk on page 2-9 or Liftgate (Hatchback) on page 2-11 for more information. 2. Lift the trim cover.
3. Remove the foam tray. 4. Remove the jack, the jack handle and the wheel wrench from the foam tray. 5-72 5. Turn the retainer counterclockwise and remove it from the compact spare. 6. Remove the compact spare tire. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-78 for more information.
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-70 for more information. 2. If your vehicle has wheel covers, loosen the four plastic caps by hand or by using the wheel wrench. The plastic nuts do not come off of the cover. 3. Remove the wheel cover using the flat end of the jack handle. Pry along the edge of the wheel cover until it comes off.
Hatchback Sedan 5. Locate the notch in the frame near each wheel which the jack head fits in. 6. Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fits firmly into the notch in the vehicle’s frame nearest the flat tire. 7. Put the compact spare tire near you.
{CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 8. Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheel wrench onto the end of the jack handle. {CAUTION: 9. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise.
12. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
15. Lower the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 16. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown. {CAUTION: Incorrect or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to a crash. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. To store a flat or compact spare tire and tools: 1. Store the flat tire or the compact spare in the compact spare tire compartment. 2. Secure the retainer. 3. Store the tools securely in the foam tray and place the tray back in the cargo area. 4.
Do not use your compact spare on other vehicles. And do not mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They will not fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. Notice: Tire chains will not fit your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too. Do not use tire chains on your compact spare. Appearance Care Interior Cleaning Your vehicle’s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often.
Your dealer/retailer has a product for cleaning your vehicle’s glass. Should it become necessary, you can also obtain a product from your dealer/retailer to remove odors from your vehicle’s upholstery. Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques: • Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface. • Never use a stiff brush. It can cause damage to your vehicle’s interior surfaces.
To clean, use the following instructions: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled. 4. Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the cleaning cloth remains clean. 5.
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of your interior and are not recommended.
Washing Your Vehicle Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle. Avoid using high pressure washes closer than 12 inches (30 cm) to the surface of the vehicle. Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of paint and decals.
If your vehicle has a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish, the clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish on your vehicle.
Aluminum Wheels Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, you could damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied.
Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer/retailer. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer’s/retailer’s body and paint shop. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody.
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax-Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel. White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl. Glass Cleaner Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints.
Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label This label is on the inside of the glove box. It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. The label has the following information: • Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) • Model designation • Paint information • Production options and special equipment Do not remove this label from the vehicle. This is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
Headlamp Wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers The headlamp wiring is protected by fuses in the fuse block. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to turn off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located on the end of the instrument panel on the driver side of the vehicle. Sedan To access the fuses, open the fuse panel door by pulling the door out. Hatchback 5-90 To reinstall the door, first insert the rear edge of the fuse panel door, then push the front of the door into the end of the instrument panel to secure it.
Fuses AUX LTR HORN, REAR/FOG LTR STOP RADIO, CLK Usage Auxiliary Cigarette Lighter Horn, Rear Fog Lamps Cigarette Lighter Stop Lamp Audio, Clock CLSTR, HAZRD Instrument Panel Cluster, Hazard Flasher TRN/SIG Turn Signal DR/LCK Door Lock, Remote Keyless Entry CLSTR, CLK ECM, TCM Instrument Panel Cluster, Clock Engine Control Module (ECM), Transmission Control Module (TCM) BCK/UP Back-Up Lamp WPR, WSWA Wiper, Washer ECM, TCM Engine Control Module (ECM), Transmission Control Module (TCM) Hatchba
Fuses ENG FUSE Usage Engine Fuse ALTERNATOR Alternator HVAC HVAC Blower AIRBAG 1 Airbag 1 BLANK Not Used ABS DIODE (ABS) Antilock Brake System Antilock Brake System Diode AIRBAG 2 Airbag 2 BLANK Not Used CLK, RADIO Sedan Clock, Audio Fuses SDM WIPER CLUSTER 5-92 Usage Sensing and Diagnostic Module Windshield Wiper Switch, Windshield Wiper Motor Instrument Panel Cluster, Brake Switch, Anti-theft Mode T/SIG Turn Signal, Hazard Switch EMS2 Stoplamp Switch
Fuses EMS1 STOP LAMP CIGAR Usage Engine Room Fuse Block, Rear HO2S, Transmission Control Module, VSS, Fuel Pump Brake Switch Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power Outlet Fuses B/UP LAMP HORN On-Board Diagnostics, Immobilizer ROOM LAMP Trunk Lamp, Trunk Open Switch, Cluster, Dome Lamp DEFOGGER Back-up Lamps Horn Control Switch, Dome Lamp, ELEC MIRROR Mirror Air Conditioning Switch AUDIO/RKE AUDIO/CLOCK Radio, Clock OBD Usage DEFOG MIRROR Radio, Remote Keyless Entry, Clock, Power Mirror Unit, Anti-Th
Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver side of the vehicle, near the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical components on your vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. Sedan To access the fuses, pull out the top and bottom flaps to release the cover. To reinstall the cover, push the cover until it is secure.
Fuses HI BEAM RT DIS HI BEAM LT DIODE (FOG) Usage Passenger Side High Beam Headlamp Direct Ignition System Driver Side High Beam Headlamp Fog Lamp Diode Passenger Side Low Beam LOW BEAM RT Headlamp ILLUM RT Parking Lamp Right Side, Illumination Circuit LOW BEAM LT Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp ILLUM LT INT LTS INJECTOR Driver Side Parking Lamp, License Plate Lamp Room Lamp Injector DEFOG Defogger S/ROOF Sunroof ILLUM LAMPS Illumination Relay HORN HEAD LAMPS Horn Headlamps Hatchback 5-95
Fuses FUEL A/C FOG LAMPS Usage Fuel Pump Air Conditioning Compressor Front Fog Lamp Relays BLANK Usage Not Used COOL FAN LOW Cooling Fan Low HEAD LAMPS HI High Beam Headlamp HVAC BLOWER Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Blower ABS Antilock Brake System HEAD LAMPS LOW Low Beam Headlamp Instrument Panel Fuse Box PWR WNDW Power Window I/P FUSE BATT.
Sedan Fuses BATT Usage Instrument Panel Fuse Block PK/LP LH Driver Side Parking Lamp, Taillamp PK/LP RH Passenger Side Parking Lamp, Taillamp Fuses Usage IGN2/ST Ignition Switch ACC/IGN1 Ignition Switch HAZARD Hazard Lamps, Theft-Deterrent System 5-97
Fuses H/L LOW RH FAN HI H/L LOW LH Usage Passenger Side Low-Beam Headlamp Cooling Fan High Speed Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp FRT FOG Front Fog Lamps (Option) FAN LOW Cooling Fan Low Speed H/L HI High-Beam Headlamps A/C COMP FUEL PUMP SPARE ABS EMS2 P/WINDOW1 ECU SPARE EMS1 SPARE 5-98 Air Conditioning Compressor (Option) Fuel Pump Spare Antilock Brake System (Option) LEGR Valve, HO2S, EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid, CMP Sensor Power Window Switch (Option) Engine Control Module, Transmission Control
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-23 for more information. Capacities Application English Metric For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer/retailer for more information. Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 6.3 qt 6.0 L Engine Oil with Filter 3.96 qt 3.
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer.
Engine Drive Belt Routing 5-101
✍ NOTES 5-102
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 the 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 If you want to purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-17. This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using the Maintenance Schedule We want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You might drive short distances only a few times a week. Or you might drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You might 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 Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection. Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement. Drive Belt(s) Inspection.
Long Trip/Highway Definition 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 driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions. Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Replacement. Timing Belt Replacement. EVAP System Solenoid Valve Replacement. Every 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Fuel Filter Replacement.
Footnotes 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-61 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +) ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-61 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect drive belt(s).
37,500 Miles (60 000 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. − In hilly or mountainous terrain. − Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery service. ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter.
54,000 Miles (90 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-61 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 78,000 Miles (130 000 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.
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires.
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. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-18 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-22. 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 5-61 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 5-17 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires.
67,500 Miles (112 500 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 5-61 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter.
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace engine oil pan drain plug washer. ❑ Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17 for more information. ❑ Rotate tires.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid 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. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Wiper Blade Check Hydraulic Clutch System Check Inspect wiper blades for wear, cracking, or contamination. Clean the windshield and wiper blades, if contaminated. Replace wiper blades that are worn or damaged. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 5-49 and Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 5-84 for more information. Check the fluid level in the brake/clutch reservoir. See Hydraulic Clutch on page 5-21. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check {CAUTION: {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. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-26 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3.
Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. • With an automatic transmission, the ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). • With a manual transmission, the ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when you press the key release button. On all vehicles, the ignition key should come out only in LOCK/OFF. Turn the steering wheel to the left and to the right.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections 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/retailer do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services can be found in a service manual. See Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-17.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Usage Engine Oil Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System Windshield Washer Solvent Power Steering System Automatic Transmission Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol.
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 6-25
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date 6-26 Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance and Information ...............7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......................7-2 Online Owner Center ......................................7-5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ................................7-6 Customer Assistance Offices ............................7-6 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ................7-7 Roadside Assistance Program ..........................7-8 Scheduling Service Appointments ..
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.
STEP THREE — U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program to enforce your rights.
STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps 1 and 2, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims.
Online Owner Center My GM Canada (Canada only) Online Owner Center (United States only) My GM Canada is a password-protected section of gmcanada.com where you can save information on GM vehicles, get personalized offers, and use handy tools and forms with greater ease. The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: • Get e-mail service reminders.
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 in the U.S. 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.
Overseas — Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 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 Services Provided For vehicles purchased in the U.S., call 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872); (Text telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438). The following services are provided in the U.S. and Canada up to 5 years/100,000 miles (160 000 km), whichever occurs first, and, in Canada only, up to a maximum coverage of $100. For vehicles purchased in Canada, call 1-800-268-6800. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire in good condition, when equipped and properly inflated, is covered at no charge. The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure. • Jump Start: A battery jump start is covered at no charge if the vehicle does not start.
Calling for Assistance For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please provide the following to the Roadside Assistance Representative: • Your name, home address, and home telephone number • Telephone number of your location • Location of the vehicle • Model, year, color, and license plate number of the vehicle • Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle • Description of the problem Towing and Road Service Exclusions Specifically excluded from Roadsi
Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper to Bumper (Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada) and extended powertrain warranty in both the U.S. and Canada. Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait.
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, and public transportation is used instead of the dealer’s shuttle service, the expense must be supported by original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by GM for shuttle service. In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available.
Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions. Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with the same materials and construction methods as the parts with which your vehicle was originally built.
Insuring Your Vehicle If a Crash Occurs Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage. There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision parts.
• If your vehicle cannot be driven, know where the towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver’s name, the service’s name, and the phone number. • Remove any valuables from your vehicle before it is towed away. Make sure this includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle. • Gather the important information you will need from the other driver.
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process Reporting Safety Defects In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs, GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair. If you have a pre-determined repair facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts.
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, notify Transport Canada immediately, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited.
Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated P.O.
Event Data Recorders This vehicle has an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
OnStar® ® If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar® services, please refer to the OnStar® Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use. Navigation System If your vehicle has a navigation system, use of the system may result in the storage of destinations, addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information. Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions.
A Accessories and Modifications ............................ 5-3 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ....................................................... 1-71 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-88 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ................................. 5-17 Air Conditioning .............................................. 3-20 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ...................
Audio System (cont.) Care of Your CDs ........................................ Fixed Mast Antenna ..................................... Radio Reception .......................................... Radio with CD ............................................ Radio with Six-Disc CD ................................ Automatic Transmission Fluid .......................................................... Operation ...................................................
Check Engine Light ....................................... 3-36, Checking Things Under the Hood ...................... Chemical Paint Spotting ................................... Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ............................... Infants and Young Children ........................... Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children .......... Older Children ............................................. Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position ...................................
Customer Assistance Information (cont.) GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ............... 7-7 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ....... 7-17 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government .............................. 7-17 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government ......................... 7-16 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... 7-8 Service Publications Ordering Information ........ 7-17 D Daytime Running Lamps ..................................
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-17 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...... 3-36, 3-49 Coolant ...................................................... 5-22 Coolant Heater ............................................ 2-20 Coolant Temperature Gage ........................... 3-35 Cooling System Inspection ............................ 6-22 Drive Belt Routing ...................................... 5-101 Engine Compartment Overview ...................... 5-12 Exhaust ......
G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ......................... 3-35 Fuel .......................................................... 3-41 Speedometer .............................................. 3-29 Tachometer ................................................. 3-29 Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5-5 Specifications ............................................... 5-5 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-34 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program .
Infants and Young Children, Restraints ............... 1-34 Inflation - Tire Pressure ................................... 5-57 Inspection Brake System ............................................. 6-22 Engine Cooling System ................................ 6-22 Exhaust System .......................................... 6-22 Fuel System ............................................... 6-22 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ....................... 6-22 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal .......
Light (cont.) Oil Pressure ....................................... 3-39, 3-52 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator .................. 3-31 Safety Belt Reminders .......................... 3-30, 3-44 Tire Pressure .............................................. 3-36 Lights Exterior Lamps ............................................ 3-15 Flash-to-Pass .............................................. 3-10 High/Low Beam Changer .............................. 3-10 On Reminder ..........................................
Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Using .......................................................... 6-4 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... 6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ........................ 3-36, 3-49 Manual Lumbar Controls .................................... 1-3 Manual Seats ................................................... 1-2 Manual Transmission Fluid .......................................................... 5-21 Operation ...................................................
P Paint, Damage ............................................... 5-86 Park Brake .................................................... 2-26 Park (P) Shifting Into ................................................ 2-27 Shifting Out of ............................................ 2-28 Parking Over Things That Burn ................................. 2-30 Parking Your Vehicle ....................................... 2-29 Part A - Scheduled Maintenance Services ............. 6-4 Part B - Owner Checks and Services ...
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire .................................................. 5-73 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-71 Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-48 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government .................................. 7-17 General Motors ........................................... 7-17 United States Government ............................ 7-16 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems .................
Service, Scheduling Appointments ..................... 7-10 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle .............. 1-70 Sheet Metal Damage ....................................... 5-85 Shifting Into Park (P) ....................................... 2-27 Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-28 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ................ 6-6 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ........................ 3-10 Spare Tire Compact ....................................................
Tires (cont.) Removing the Flat Tire ................................. 5-73 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ............... 5-71 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ............ 5-78 Tire Sidewall Labeling .................................. 5-51 Tire Terminology and Definitions .................... 5-54 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-66 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-67 Wheel Replacement .....................................
W Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-26 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... 3-8 Other Warning Devices .................................. 3-8 Safety and Symbols ......................................... iii Vehicle Damage .............................................. iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance .......................... 5-67 Different Size .............................................. 5-65 Replacement ..............................................
