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Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-2Rear Seats...

But do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicle ismoving.{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. E

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorWhen you are sitting in a comfortable driving position,adjust the mirror so you can see clearly behind yourvehicle. Grip

Outside Power MirrorYour vehicle may have an outside power mirror controlthat adjusts the passenger’s side mirror.The control for the powermirror is l

Storage AreasYour vehicle has shopping hooks on each front seatbackfor your convenience.Glove BoxOpen the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handl

Sunglasses Storage CompartmentIf your vehicle has this feature, the sunglasses storagecompartment is located above the driver’s door.To open the sungl

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Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-3Other Warning Devices ...

Instrument Panel Overview3-2

The main components of your instrument panel are thefollowing:A. Air Outlet. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-15.B. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instr

The hazard warningflasher button is locatedon the center of theinstrument panel.Your hazard warning flashers work no matter whatposition your key is in,

Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following:• Turn and Lane-Change Signals• Headlamp High/L

Head RestraintsAdjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraintis closest to the top of your head. This position reducesthe chances of a ne

Headlamp High/Low-Beam ChangerTo change the headlamps from low beam to high beam,push the turn signal/multifunction lever away from you.When the high

INT (Intermittent): Move the lever to this position tochoose a delayed wiping cycle.OFF: Move the lever to this position to turn off thewindshield wip

Exterior LampsThe lever on the left side of the steering columnoperates the exterior lamps.The exterior lamp band has three positions:3(Headlamps): Tu

An indicator light on the secondary information centerwill come on when the DRL system is on. See DaytimeRunning Lamps Indicator Light on page 3-33.Wh

Interior LampsInstrument Panel BrightnessThis feature controls the brightness of the instrumentpanel lights.The thumbwheel for this feature is located

The switches have three positions.ON: The light comes on and stays on regardless ofwhether a door is open or closed.O (Door): The light comes on when

Ashtrays and Cigarette LighterThe ashtray is located at the lower part of the centerinstrument panel. To remove the front ashtray forcleaning, open th

To change the current mode, select one of the followingfrom the right knob:E (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrumentpanel outlets.( (Bi-Level)

For quick cool down on hot days, do the following:1. Select the vent mode.2. Select the highest fan speed.3. Press the A/C button.4. Select the recirc

Rear Window and Outside MirrorDefoggerYour vehicle may have a rear window and outsidemirror defogger. This feature will only work when theignition is

Rear SeatsRear Seat Operation (Hatchback)Folding the SeatbackThe rear seatbacks can be folded down to increasecargo space.To fold down the seatback, d

Passenger Compartment Air FilterYour vehicle may have a passenger compartmentair filter. It is located behind the glove box and can beaccessed after re

Warning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will help youlocate them

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will know how fastyou a

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your odometer shows how fa

Safety Belt Reminder ToneIf your vehicle has this feature, a tone will sound forseveral seconds when the ignition is turned to ONto remind people to f

If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off theroad and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal isharder to push. Or, the pedal may go

Highbeam On LightThis light comes onwhenever the high-beamheadlamps are on.See “Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer” under TurnSignal/Multifunction Lever o

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 befo

Secondary Information Center (SIC)The secondary information center (SIC) displays some of the warning lights and indicators. The SIC is located in the

ClockYour vehicle has a digital clock. The clock is located inthe secondary instrument cluster on the center ofthe instrument panel, above the center

7. Clip the hook to the head restraint of the front seatto keep the rear seat secure.8. Store the rear safety belts and buckles in thestorage area und

Air Bag Readiness LightThere is an air bag readiness light on the secondaryinformation center (SIC), which shows the air bagsymbol. The system checks

Charging System LightThe charging system lightwill come on briefly whenyou turn on the ignition,and the engine is notrunning, as a checkto show you it

Hold Mode LightIf your vehicle has thisfeature, this light will comeon when the hold modeis active.If the HOLD mode light flashes, have your vehicleche

Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with thislight on, after a while, your emission controlsmay not work as well, your fuel economy may notbe as

If the Light Is FlashingThe following may prevent more serious damage toyour vehicle:• Reducing vehicle speed.• Avoiding hard accelerations.• Avoiding

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel.See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will

Oil Pressure LightIf you have a low engineoil pressure problem, thislight will stay on afteryou start your engine, orcome on when youare driving. This

Daytime Running Lamps IndicatorLightThis light will come onwhen the Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) are on.A flashing DRL light indicates a possible burned

Audio System(s)Notice: Before you add any sound equipment toyour vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobiletelephone or two-way radio – be sure yo

tu(Scan): Press this knob until SCAN flasheson the display, then press either the up or the downarrow buttons to determine the direction for the radio

To return the seatback to the upright position, do thefollowing:1. Remove the safety belts and buckles from thestorage area.2. Unclip the hook from th

Radio with CDPlaying the RadioON/OFF: Press this knob to turn the system on and off.VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease volume.Find

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)SOUND (Bass/Treble): Press this button until BASappears on the display. Then turn the volume knob toincrease or to decre

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up.The player will pull it in and the CD should beginplaying. You can insert a CD with the i

TRACK (Previous/Next Track): Turn this knob onenotch to go to the start of the current track or to go to thenext track. The track number will appear o

Root DirectoryThe root directory will be treated as a folder. If the rootdirectory has compressed audio files, the directorywill be displayed as F1 ROO

File System and NamingThe song name that will be displayed will be the songname that is contained in the ID3 tag. If the song nameis not present in th

Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caughtin the CD player.Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD.If an error appears on the

Theft-Deterrent FeatureThe theft-deterrent system is designed to discouragetheft of your radio. When the radio and vehicle areturned off, your radio h

Care of Your CDsHandle CDs carefully. Store them in their original casesor other protective cases and away from directsunlight and dust. If the surfac

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person sitting there. Alwayspress

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is:Drive defensively.Please start with a very im

Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It is the number one contributorto the highway death toll,

According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb(82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml)bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a

But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skillsof many people are impaired at a BAC appro

Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering andthe accelerator. All

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drivein spurts − heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This i

Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time youneed to get your foot up to the brake pedal or alwaysdecrease stopping distance. If you get too close

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steerbut it will take much m

Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill and finda truck stopped in yo

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped off theedge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving.If the level of the shou

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For onething, following too closely reduces your area ofv

Loss of ControlLet us review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems (brakes,steering and acceleration) do not have

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or evenseveral seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark.Whe

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on thewater. This can happen if the road

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are thesafest of all roads. But they h

When you want to leave the freeway, move to theproper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit,do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up.Dr

In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the lawsays to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work.You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you d

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis, lac

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you areplanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable.• K

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice betwee

Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake sohard that your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide.Brake so your wheels always keep rolling a

Here are some things to do to summon help and keepyourself and your passengers safe:• Turn on your hazard flashers.• Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to

Run your engine only as long as you must. This savesfuel. When you run the engine, make it go a littlefaster than just idle. That is, push the acceler

Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts ofyour vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin thewheels too fast while shifting your transaxle backa

Here are some important things to consider before youdo recreational vehicle towing:• What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle?Be sure you re

Dolly TowingNotice: Towing your vehicle from the rear with thefront wheels on the ground could cause transaxledamage. Do not tow the vehicle from the

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.1-12

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight your vehiclecan carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacityweight or maximum lo

The Tire and Loading Information label shows yourvehicle’s seating capacity, the total weight it can properlycarry and the original equipment tire siz

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit1. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Informationlabel, Example 1, locate the Vehicle CapacityWeight ”.

Loading Your VehicleItem Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightor Maximum Load forExample 2 =1,000 lbs(453 kg)BSubtract Occupant Weight150 lbs (68

Certification LabelThe Certification label, found either on the center pillar,near the Tire and Loading Information label or onthe end of the driver’s d

And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread itout. Do not carry more than 110 lbs (50 kg) in your trunk.{CAUTION:Do not load your vehicle any

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Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4Adding Equipment to the

Tires ...5-51Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-59Tire Inspection

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

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

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

FuelUse of the recommended fuel is an important part of theproper maintenance of your vehicle.Gasoline OctaneUse regular unleaded gasoline with a post

California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (see the underhood emission control label),it is designed to operate o

Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuelsyste

Filling Your Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries toyou and others, read and follow al

The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged dooron the passenger’s side of your vehicle.To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left(counte

When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sureyou fully install the cap. The diagnostic

Checking Things Underthe Hood{CAUTION:An electric fan under the hood can start upand injure you even when the engine is notrunning. Keep hands, clothi

2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and push thesecondary hood release lever up.The secondary hood release lever is located underthe front center o

4. Place the hood prop into the slot on the innerfender.Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps areon properly. Then lift the hood to reli

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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 bon

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the engine, you will see the following:Automatic shown, Manual similar5-14

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-20.B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil”under Engine Oil on page 5

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the lower hole at the tip of thedipstick (B), then you will need to add at least one quartof oil. But

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F(–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not

Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and showing the AmericanPetroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Enginesstarburst

Driving under these conditions causes engine oil tobreak down sooner. If any one of these is true for yourvehicle, then you need to change your oil an

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe engine air cleaner/filter is located in the enginecompartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.See Engine Compartmen

{CAUTION:Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filteroff can cause you or others to be burned.The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it helpsto s

Hydraulic ClutchThere is one reservoir for both the brake and thehydraulic clutch fluid. See Brakes on page 5-36 formore information.The hydraulic clut

Engine CoolantThe following explains your cooling system and how toadd coolant when it is low. If you have a problemwith engine overheating, see Engin

Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in anaccident

Checking CoolantThe engine coolant surge tank is located in the rearof the engine compartment on the driver’s side.See Engine Compartment Overview on

Adding CoolantIf the level falls below the MIN (B) mark, add the propercoolant mixtureat the surge tank, but only when theengine is cool. If the surge

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood.Stay away from the engin

If No Steam Is Coming From YourEngineIf you get an engine overheat warning, but see or hearno steam, the problem may not be too serious.Sometimes the

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Coolant Surge Tank with Pressure CapB. Electric Engine Cooling

The coolant level should be between the MIN (B) andMAX (A) marks on the coolant surge tank when theengine is cool. If it is not, you may have a leak a

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankNotice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fillprocedure. Failure to follow this procedure couldcause your e

{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other liquid such as alcohol, can boilbefore the proper c

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine parts are hotenough

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixtureto the MAX (A) mark on the coolant surge tank.Wait about five minutes, then check to see ifthe le

3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Do not let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the beltacross you very quick

Power Steering FluidWhen to Check Power Steering FluidThe power steering fluid reservoir is located toward thefront of the engine compartment on the dr

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will beopera

BrakesBrake FluidYour vehicle has one reservoir for both the brake andclutch hydraulic systems. It is filled with DOT-3brake fluid. See Engine Compartme

{CAUTION:With the wrong kind of fluid in your brakesystem, your brakes may not work well, or theymay not even work at all. This could cause acrash. Alw

Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to helpprevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspectbrake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel

BatteryYour new vehicle comes with a maintenance freebattery. When it is time for a new battery, get one thathas the replacement number shown on the o

Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to follow the steps

3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplugunnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarettelighter or in the accessory power outlet. Turn offt

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.5. Check that the jum

8. Now connect the blacknegative (−) cable tothe negative (−)terminal of the goodbattery. Use a remotenegative (−) terminalif the vehicle has one.Do n

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. A

Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in thewrong order, electrical shorting may occur anddamage the vehicle. The repairs would not becovered by yo

Headlamp AimingIf your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlampaim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beammay be necessary if it is dif

Headlamps1. Open the hood.2. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from therear of the bulb.3. Remove the headlamp cap.4. Release the spring that re

6. Pull the front turn signal bulb socket out of the lamphousing.7. Press the bulb inward and turn it counterclockwiseto remove it from the bulb socke

Fog Lamps1. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from thefront fog lamp bulb.2. Turn the front fog lamp bulb counterclockwise andremove it.3. Insta

Sidemarker Lamps (Rear)1. Reach into the inside of the rear bumper and locatethe rear sidemarker bulb socket.2. Turn the socket counterclockwise.3. Pu

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear or cracking. See “Wiper BladeCheck” under P

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

Tire Sidewall LabelingUseful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall.The examples below show a typical passenger car tireand a compact sp

(A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of lettersand numbers used to define a particular tire’s width,height, aspect ratio, construction type an

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not givenearly as much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger car tire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion of a

Tire Terminology and DefinitionsAir Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressingoutward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressureis express

Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of anasymmetrical tire that must always face outward whenmounted on a vehicle.Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit f

Speed Rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to atire indicating the maximum speed at which a tirecan operate.Traction: The friction between the tire a

Inflation - Tire PressureThe tire and loading information label, shows the correctinflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold.“Cold” means your

Tire Inspection and RotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km).Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front andrear inflation pressures as shown on the tire and loadinginformation label. Make certain that al

Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Tire-Loading Information label.Make sure the replacements are the same siz

Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable on thetire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximumsection width. For exam

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place li

Temperature – A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generationof heat and its ability

If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel boltsor wheel nuts, replace them only with new GMoriginal equipment parts. This way, you will be sure

Tire ChainsNotice: Use tire chains only where legal and onlywhen you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chainsthat are the proper size for your tires.

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on yourhazard warning flashers.{CAU

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe compact spare tire and tools you will needare located in the cargo area.A. JackB. Wheel WrenchC. Jack HandleD. Sc

3. Turn the retainer on the compact spare tirecounterclockwise and remove the retainer.4. Remove the compact spare tire. See CompactSpare Tire on page

3. Near each wheel is a notch in the frame which thejack head fits in.Position the jack and raise the jack head until it fitsfirmly into the notch in the

4. Insert the jack handle into the jack and the wheelwrench onto the end of the jack handle.5. Raise the vehicle by turning the wheel wrenchclockwise.

8. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfacesand spare wheel.{CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fast

12. Tighten the wheel nutsfirmly in a crisscrosssequence, as shown.{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously in

Storing the Flat Tire and Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury. In a

Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflated whenyour vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation pressure

Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous.Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if youstrike a match or get them on a hot part

Here are some cleaning tips:• Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.• Clean up stains as soon as you can — beforethey set.• Carefully scra

Cleaning VinylUse warm water and a clean cloth.• Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt.You may have to do this more than once.• Things like tar,

Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clean and dry.{CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, itmay severely weaken them. In a crash, theymight

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a carwashing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.Follow instructio

Cleaning Aluminum WheelsKeep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth withmild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. Afterrinsing thoroughly, dry

Underbody MaintenanceChemicals used for ice and snow removal and dustcontrol can collect on the underbody. If these are notremoved, corrosion and rust

Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials(cont’d)Description UsageSwirl Remover PolishRemoves swirl marks,fine scratches andother light surfacecontamination.Cl

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you wouldn’t have

Service Parts Identification LabelYou will find this label inside of the glove box. It is veryhelpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is:

Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakersand fusible

Fuses UsageCIGAR JACK Cigar JackHORN HornAUDIO, CLOCK Audio, ClockSTOP LAMP Stop LampT/SIG Turn SignalMETER,HAZARDInstrument Panel Cluster, HazardFlas

Fuses UsageDIS,INJECTORDirect Ignition System, InjectorABS, ENGFUSEAntilock Brake System, Engine FuseAIRBAG Air BagHVACBLOWERHVAC BlowerBLANK Not Used

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Fuses UsageH/L HI RH Head Lamp High Right SideBLANK Not UsedH/L HI LH Head Lamp High Left SideBLANK Not UsedH/L LOW RH Head Lamp Low Right SideILL RHP

Relays UsageBLANK Not UsedRAD FAN LOWRELAYRadiator Fan Low RelayHEAD LAMPHIGH RELAYHead Lamp High RelayHEAD LAMPLOW RELAYHead Lamp Low RelayPWR WINDOW

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Please refer to Part D:Recommended Fluid

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Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of t

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

How This Section is OrganizedThis maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explainswhat to have done an

Part A: Scheduled MaintenanceServicesIn this part are scheduled maintenance services whichare to be performed at the mileage intervals specified.Using

Selecting the Right ScheduleFirst you will need to decide which of the two schedulesis right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide whichschedule to

Long Trip/Highway DefinitionFollow this scheduled maintenance only if none ofthe conditions from the Short Trip/City ScheduledMaintenance are true. Do

Short Trip/City ScheduledMaintenanceThe services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles(166 000

15,000 Miles (25 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.❑ Replace passenger compa

❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.❑ Inspect drive belts.❑ Inspect timing belt.❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system. See EngineCoola

45,000 Miles (75 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.❑ Replace passenger compa

❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.❑ Replace spark plug wires. An Emission ControlService.❑ Inspect drive belts.❑ Replace timing belt.

Right Front Passenger PositionTo learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safetybelt properly see, Driver Position on page 1-15.The right front p

75,000 Miles (125 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.❑ Replace passenger comp

❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.(See footnote †.)❑ Inspect drive belts.❑ Inspect

Long Trip/Highway ScheduledMaintenanceThe services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles(166 0

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

45,000 Miles (75 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.❑ Replace passenger comp

❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system. See EngineCoolant on page 5-23 for what to use. Inspect hoses.Clean radiator, condenser, pressure capand neck.

90,000 Miles (150 000 km)❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.❑ Replace passenger com

Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and serviceswhich should be performed at the intervals specified tohelp ensure th

At Least Twice a YearRestraint System CheckMake sure the safety belt reminder light and all yourbelts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorage

At Least Once a YearKey Lock Cylinders ServiceLubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricantspecified in Part D.Body Lubrication ServiceLubricate

Safety Warnings and SymbolsYou will find a number of safety cautions in this book.We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you aboutthings that could

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Be sure you are using the correct buckle and thatthe latch plate clicks when inserted into the

Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock ControlSystem Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, the vehiclecould move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, y

Parking Brake and Automatic TransaxlePark (P) Mechanism Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others co

Part C: Periodic MaintenanceInspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a year (for instance,e

Fuel System InspectionInspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.Engine Cooling System InspectionInspect the hoses and have them replaced if

Part D: Recommended Fluidsand LubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber or specification may be obtained from yourdealer.Usag

Usage Fluid/LubricantManualTransaxle ShiftLinkageChassis Lubricant(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985,in Canada 88901242) or lubricantmeeting requirements of N

Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service andany additiona

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced By Maintenance Record6-29

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced By Maintenance Record6-30

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. An

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better Business Bureausto settle automotive disputes regarding vehi

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Overseas – Customer AssistancePlease contact the local General Motors Business Unit.Mexico, Central America andCaribbean Islands/Countries(Except Puer

Roadside Assistance ProgramSecurity While You Travel1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872)As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle, you areautomatically enrol

While we hope you never have the occasion to use ourservice, it is added security while traveling for you andyour family. Remember, we are only a phon

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completed while youwait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolethelps minimize your incon

Additional Program InformationCourtesy Transportation is available during theBumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period,but it is not part of the New V

To read this information, special equipment is neededand access to the vehicle or the SDM is required.GM will not access information about a crash eve

Reporting Safety Defects to theCanadian GovernmentIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehiclehas a safety defect, you should immediately

Center Rear Passenger PositionYour vehicle has a removable safety belt in the centerrear seating position.To install the center rear safety belt, use

Owner’s InformationOwner publications are written specifically for ownersand intended to provide basic operational informationabout the vehicle. The ow

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-11Adding Washer Fluid ... 5-35Additional Program Info

BBackglass Antenna ... 3-44Battery ... 5-39Battery Replac

Child RestraintsChild Restraint Systems ... 1-34Infants and Young Children ... 1-30Lower Anchorage

Customer Assistance Information (cont.)Reporting Safety Defects to theCanadian Government ... 7-11Reporting Safety Defects

Engine (cont.)Coolant ... 5-23Coolant Heater ... 2-21Coola

GGageEngine Coolant Temperature ... 3-21Fuel ... 3-22Speedometer ...

IIf No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ... 5-27If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ... 5-26If the Light Is Flashing ...

LightAir Bag Readiness ... 3-26Anti-Lock Brake System Warning ... 3-27Brake System Warning ...

Malfunction Indicator Light ... 3-28Manual Seats ... 1-2Manual Transaxle

3. Insert the upper part ofthe safety belt into thesafety belt guide.Make sure the safetybelt is not twisted.To learn how to use the safety belt once

Parking Brake and Automatic TransaxlePark (P) Mechanism Check ... 6-23Parking Your Vehicle ...

Reporting Safety DefectsCanadian Government ... 7-11General Motors ... 7-11Unit

Service Bulletins ... 7-11Service Manuals ... 7-11Setting Preset S

Tires (cont.)If a Tire Goes Flat ... 5-66Inflation - Tire Pressure ... 5-59Inspection

WWarning Lights, Gages and Indicators ... 3-17WarningsHazard Warning Flashers ... 3-3Other Warning Devices ..

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can’t properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can b

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weighmuch — until a crash. During a crash a baby willb

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any air bag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulderbelts

{CAUTION:Newborn infants need complete support,including support for the head and neck.This is necessary because a newborn infant’sneck is weak and it

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice will

Child Restraint SystemsAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in amotor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designedto restrain or posit

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint forthe child’s body with the harness and also sometimeswith surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-li

Q: How do child restraints work?A: A child restraint system is any device designed foruse in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or positionchildren. A

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.We, therefore,

Top StrapSome child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.”It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision.For it to work, a top str

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap beanchored. In the United States, some child rest

Top Strap Anchor LocationTop strap anchors are already installed in your vehiclefor the rear seating positions.Do not use a child restraint with a top

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will findanchors (A) for the rear outside seating pos

In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, youneed a child restraint designed for that system.To assist you in locating the lower anchors for t

These labels are located at each lower anchor position,near the base of the seat.Child restraints and booster cushions that can be usedwith the LATCH

These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle:v

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom of these

3. Buckle the belt. Be sure the latch plate clicks whenyou put it into the buckle. This means you are usingthe correct buckle. Also, make sure the rel

5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lapportion of the belt and feed the shou

Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag.Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat.Here is why:{CAUTION:A child in a rear-facing ch

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull the r

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

Air Bag SystemsThis part explains the frontal and side impact air bagsystems.Your vehicle has air bags – a frontal air bag for thedriver and another f

CAUTION: (Continued)And, for some unrestrained occupants, frontalair bags may provide less protection in frontalcrashes than more forceful air bags ha

{CAUTION:Anyone who is up against, or very close to,any air bag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulderbelts off

Where Are the Air Bags?The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrumentpanel on th

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If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air bagis in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door.{CAUTION:If something is between

When Should an Air Bag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-fro

How Does an Air Bag Restrain?In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steering wheelor the instr

{CAUTION:When an air bag inflates, there is dust in theair. This dust could cause breathing problemsfor people with a history of asthma or otherbreathi

Servicing Your Air Bag-EquippedVehicleAir bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There are parts of the air bag systems in several placesarou

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint systemmay not prope

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Keys ...2-2Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. They couldoperate the power windows or other controls o

One key is used for theignition, the door and allother locks.When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removesthe key tag and gives it to the first o

Front Seats ...1-2Manual Seats ...1-2Driver Seat Heigh

Remote Keyless Entry SystemIf equipped, the keyless entry system operates on aradio frequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules

Remote Keyless Entry SystemOperationThe following functions areavailable if your vehiclehas the remote keylessentry system:Q (Lock): Press this button

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about two years.You can tell the battery is weak

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

All doors, except for the driver’s door, can be lockedfrom the outside by pushing down the manual door lockand then closing the door. The driver’s doo

Rear Door Security LocksYour vehicle has rear doorsecurity locks on each reardoor that help preventpassengers from openingthe rear doors on yourvehicl

Lockout ProtectionIf your vehicle has remote keyless entry, you havelockout protection. This feature stops the driver’s doorlock from locking when the

Remote Trunk ReleaseOpen the trunk on yoursedan from inside yourvehicle by pulling upthe release lever located tothe left side of thedriver’s seat.Whe

Liftgate (Hatchback){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgateopen because carbon monoxide (CO) gas cancome into your vehicle. You can’t

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heat a

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden

Manual WindowsOn a vehicle with manual windows, use the windowcrank to open and close each window.The rear windows do not open fully.Power WindowsIf y

Theft-Deterrent SystemsVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know

To avoid activating the alarm by accident, do one of thefollowing:• Unlock the driver’s or passenger’s front door usingthe key.• Press the unlock butt

ImmobilizerThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. this device may not cause interf

When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does notstart and the security light continues flashing, thekey may have a damaged transponder. Turn th

Ignition PositionsWith the key in the ignitionswitch, you can turn thekey to four differentpositions.{CAUTION:On manual transaxle vehicles, turning th

Starting Your EngineAutomatic TransaxleMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine will not start in any other position — that isa sa

Engine Coolant Heater (Canada Only)Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater. Invery cold weather 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater

Automatic Transaxle OperationIf your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, the shiftlever is located on the console between the seats.Movement between c

Ensure that the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatictransaxle shift lock control system. You have

Driver Seat Height AdjusterTo adjust the height ofthe driver’s seat cushion,turn the knob locatedon the outboard side of theseat cushion.Turn the knob

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (D4): This position is fornormal driving.Notice: Driving your vehicle if you notice that it ismoving slowly or not shifting gears

Hold ModeIf your vehicle’s transaxle has hold mode, you canselect this mode to drive with some characteristics ofa manual transaxle. With hold mode tu

Manual Transaxle OperationFive-SpeedThis is your shift pattern.Here is how to operate your manual transaxle:FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shif

NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idleyour engine.REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutchpedal, lift up the ring on the shift lever

Parking BrakeThe parking brake lever is located between the bucketseats.To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal downand pull up on the parking

Shifting Into Park (P)(Automatic Transaxle){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) withthe

Torque LockIf you are parking on a hill and you do not shift yourtransaxle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of thevehicle may put too much force on

4. Insert the key into theshift-lock release slotand press and holdthe key.5. Shift to NEUTRAL (N).6. Remove the key from the shift-lock release slot,

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running Your Engine While YouAre ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION